Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Virginia

16 restaurants available nearby

1. Brenner Pass

4.7

Exceptional(1910)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary European • Richmond

Booked 15 times today

Contemporary Alpine inspired cuisine from award winning chef Brittanny Anderson. Modern twists on classic French, Italian, Swiss, Austrian & European cuisine. Alpine wine from small producers, old world regional specialties, sherry by the glass & natural wines. Unique craft cocktails hand made by our bartenders, house made infusions & molecular techniques, eclectic spirit list focusing on amaro and rhum agricole, gin, whiskey, scotch, cane & agave spirits. Happy hour weekdays at bar. Euro and American beer program featuring saisons, sour ales & hazy IPAs. Naturally leavened bread made from scratch & homemade desserts by pastry chef Olivia Wilson. Craft coffee & espresso. Local cultural hot spot with energetic, social atmosphere. Tasty cheeses on our cheese cart. Great for birthday or anniversary. Fresh, locally sourced produce. Dinner M-Sat. for luxury dining or expeditious business meal. Reservations recommended, not required. Elegan

A photo of Perry's Steakhouse & Grille – Richmond - Short Pump restaurant

2. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille – Richmond - Short Pump

4.6

Exceptional(1142)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Dumbarton

Booked 100 times today

Perry’s First Virginia Location is now open in Richmond! Located along West Broad and I-64, our 11,000-square-foot space accommodates up to 350 guests with details of glass, lighting, and a breadth of textures to create an air of modern elegance and comfort that is sure to welcome our new community.The expansive main dining room provides guests an opportunity to soak in the Perry’s Rare and Well Done® experience, with glimpses of our chefs in our open kitchen along with a spectacular wine wall and vibrant Bar 79®, complete with lively island seating and outdoor dining. Our four beautifully appointed private dining rooms are the perfect place to transform your future milestones into cherished memories.

3. Parterre

4.6

Exceptional(320)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Richmond

Booked 1 time today

Thank you for choosing to dine with Parterre! Parterre combines an appreciation of our love of good food and drink, with Richmond's rich history. Our specialties are dishes of traditional and southern fare with a Cajun influence. Our experienced culinary team blends seasonal ingredients with fresh and local produce, perfectly capturing flavors our region is known for. Parterre Restaurant offers an approachable and quaint space for neighborhood residents and visiting guests alike to enjoy. Close to many of Richmond's theaters and musical venues, we're a perfect spot to enjoy a meal before a show. Or unwind after work on our charming patio with fabulous cocktails, a nice offering of beers & wines and delightful food. (We install heaters out on the patio during the fall/winter season). We looking forward to entertaining you, and making your experience delicious & inviting.

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4. Bookbinder's Seafood and Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(5667)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Richmond

Booked 50 times today

Bookbinder’s is a locally family owned Seafood & Steakhouse and is unique to Richmond. Bookbinder’s offers the perfect combination of rich history and atmosphere. Close to the James River in historic Tobacco Row, steak and seafood lovers will enjoy the ambiance of exposed beams and brick walls in this refurbished tobacco warehouse. From steak to lobster to seafood, each dish is intricately prepared and beautifully presented. We look forward to seeing you soon!! We are honored to have been selected as one of the 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America for 2018, as Voted by Open Table Diners, (based on an analysis of twelve-million reviews of more than 26,000 restaurants across the country)!

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5. Fall Line Kitchen & Bar

4.4

Awesome(727)

Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Richmond

Booked 56 times today

Fall Line Kitchen & Bar draws its name and inspiration from one of Virginia’s most prominent geological features, and the upscale-casual Richmond restaurant is dedicated to ingredient-focused comfort food with regional craft brews and cocktails.

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6. East Coast Provisions

4.6

Exceptional(1809)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Richmond

Booked 30 times today

Located in the heart of Carytown, East Coast Provisions offers an inventive approachable American Fusion menu specializing in shellfish, fresh fish, sushi and steak. East Coast Provisions has a big city feel with a sleek décor and multiple levels of exposed brick, 2 fireplaces, intimate rooms, multiple bars and one of Richmond’s best outdoor patios. We have convenient parking and accept reservations for parties of all sizes. We are currently serving in the dining room and on our patio. Due to weather the patio is first come, first served; we do our best to accommodate all requests but cannot guarantee specific table requests. We apply a 20% gratuity to all parties of 8 or more.

7. Southern Kitchen

4.1

Excellent(1553)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Richmond

Booked 46 times today

Southern Kitchen, which is known as "The Mouth of the South" to the locals, serves up comfort food favorites. From collard greens to fried fish and chicken, the eatery provides a comfortable, relaxed spot for enjoying classic Southern food, beer, and wine for lunch, and dinner. Since opening in 2014, the restaurant has focused on providing good food paired with a classy experience and great customer service. Southern Kitchen features a variety of options for starting the meal, including fried oysters, fried okra, southern rolls, and salad. Enjoy sandwiches like the salmon cake and chicken club, or dive into some apple pecan salad, fried fish, big momma's chicken, and chicken livers and onions. Southern Kitchen also features plenty of filling plates, including the seafood platter, meatloaf, catfish, and southern-fried pork chops.

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8. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Richmond, VA

4.3

Awesome(6886)

Price: Moderate

• American • Richmond

Booked 115 times today

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

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9. The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing

4.3

Awesome(5335)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Richmond

Booked 38 times today

Our Rocketts Landing location occupies the top floor of the restored Power Plant building, which sits on the James River and once provided electricity for Richmond’s trolley cars. We specialize in seafood and locally-sourced signature entrees. And we can't forget the incredible view!

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10. Amuse at The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

4.7

Exceptional(1780)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Richmond

Booked 21 times today

Amuse is a seasonal, farm to table driven restaurant, located on the third floor of the museum. Whether you are dining in our main dining room, full-service bar, or our private dining room, you will be able to take in sweeping views of the Robins Sculpture Garden and the museum’s Cochrane Atrium. Our team works diligently to provide a menu that is directly inspired by the art-filled surroundings, current exhibitions, and seasonality while also carefully selecting only the finest ingredients from local vendors, artisans, and farmers. Just a friendly reminder that the museum does not allow balloons, confetti, glitter, plants potted with soil, and candles with open flames. If a date and time you seek for a reservation appears to be full, please give us a call so we can see what other times might be available.

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Hollyvip
Virginia •25 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We dined in on the senior menu. The Senior Menu and meal were outstanding. The steak was cooked to perfection, the pear and pecan salad was fresh and very tasty, shared a cream spinach as a side and a crème brûlée for dessert. The restaurant is charming, our server was fantastic and friendly, and the noise level was minimal. If you haven’t tried Perry Steakhouse at Short Pump, you need to treat yourself to an excellent dining experience!
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Perry's Steakhouse & Grille – Richmond - Short PumpPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Dumbarton
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4.6
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Melanie
Virginia •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Melody was fantastic!! The food was incredible! Great atmosphere.
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Bookbinder's Seafood and SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Richmond
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4.8
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Gary
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Anna server fantastic. Even though new you would think been there for years. Gb
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Fall Line Kitchen & BarPrice: Expensive• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Richmond
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4.4
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Mikevip
Virginia •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
This is one of the top restaurants in RVA. Consistently excellent dishes fit for the season. Strong cocktail choices. Delicious wine list. And attentive service. A true gem.
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Brenner PassPrice: Moderate• Contemporary European• Richmond
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4.7
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steve
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Our family of four thoroughly enjoyed our dinner at Parterre Restaurant in downtown Richmond. Located in an historic area and building, the ambiance was pleasant with enjoyable music at an appropriate volume as background. We started with delicious fried oysters as an appetizer for the table, complemented by beverages of choice from a nice selection. Our dinners included; a steak, which our daughter said was delicious; an autumn salad with shrimp, which was also raved about; a burger that our son stated was one of the best he’s had; and my shrimp and grits with andouille, which also rated as one of the best I’ve had (and I thoroughly enjoy shrimp and grits!). Our server had the perfect balance of great service and genuine friendliness, while being unobtrusive. We highly recommend Parterre and will come back when e are in Richmond.
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ParterrePrice: Moderate• Southern• Richmond
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4.6

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16 restaurants available nearby

1. Brenner Pass

2. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille – Richmond - Short Pump

3. Parterre

4. Bookbinder's Seafood and Steakhouse

5. Fall Line Kitchen & Bar

6. East Coast Provisions

7. Southern Kitchen

8. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Richmond, VA

9. The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing

10. Amuse at The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

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