Best Spots for Outdoor Dining in New Orleans
Our favorite restaurant patios, balconies and courtyards
Last Updated: Thursday, August 25, 2022 3:18 PM by Lauren Saizan
Last Updated: Thursday, August 25, 2022 3:18 PM by Lauren Saizan
New Orleans is full of restaurants with outdoor dining, with many boasting lush patios for a picturesque dining experience. And it seems the options have only grown in recent months. Whether you're looking for romantic dinner under string lights or brunch with a side of sunrays, sit back, relax, and take in the pleasant surroundings of some of our favorite outdoor dining destinations below.
Lauren Saizan is a New Orleans native raised in the Gentilly neighborhood. In addition to being the editorial and online content manager for New Orleans & Company, she is also a member of Mélange Dance Company. Lauren has performed professionally in many venues across the city, including the Sydney & Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden, the New Orleans Museum of Art, Longue Vue House & Gardens, and Marigny Opera House. When not writing or dancing, she can be spotted sipping the Blue Eyes tea at French Truck, attending a concert downtown, or visiting a local library.