28 rain-friendly outdoor patios in Orlando

Hammered Lamb

1235 N. Orange Ave., Orlando
Open since 2013, this Ivanhoe Village staple has been pleasing Orlandoans with over-the-top brunch dishes, Bloody Marys and energetic events on their decked-out covered outdoor seating area for more than a decade.

Seito Sushi

8031 Turkey Lake Road, Orlando
Seito Sushi, with two locations across Orlando, offers a lively atmosphere with creative sushi and Japanese dishes (and cocktails!), plus a perfectly rain-proof patio to enjoy it all on.

Mia's Italian Kitchen

8717 International Drive, Orlando
Featuring house-made pasta and grandma pies, the pizzas that emerge fresh from the brick ovens at Mia’s Italian Kitchen are something you’d find on a dinner table in Naples, Italy. Skip the Italian vacation and enjoy a not-so cool Central Florida breeze on the outdoor patio.

Domu

7600 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Orlando
At this ramen bar, guests might need to wait out a spot on the coveted open patio. Domu makes their noodles in-house and they have tweaked their broth recipes to mouthwatering perfection. Because of this, and the fact that they don’t take reservations, ensuring a table at Domu is a challenge, but worth it.

Columbia Restaurant

649 Front St., Celebration
Columbia Restaurant in Celebration brings the iconic flavor of Spanish food to Orlando while also offering covered outdoor seating to escape the heat and enjoy some sangria.

Artisan's Table

55 W. Church St., Orlando
Artisan's Table features chef-driven cuisine for brunch and dinner, complemented by a craft cocktail and coffee bar – all located in the heart of downtown Orlando.

Ember

42 W. Central Blvd., Orlando
Grab a drink on Ember's picturesque Mediterranean piazza-themed patio. The 7,600-square-foot outdoor terrace hosts sofas and a beautiful bar.

The Wellborn

211 N. Lucerne Circle W.
This quaint neighborhood hangout spot and bar aims to offer a "taste of vacation." Guests can enjoy the scenic atmosphere, small plates, desserts and Sunday brunch on top of a plentiful wine and cocktail list.

Bites & Bubbles

1618 N. Mills Ave., Orlando
The local and independently owned Bites & Bubbles serves up tasty meals and wines both inside and on the covered patio, perfect for a summer afternoon. Located in the heart of the Mills 50 District, the venue offers a full dinner menu Tuesday through Saturday and monthly wine dinners. Not only are there numerous fine cheese boards to pick from, but there is a variety of other upscale dishes and desserts to enjoy such as lobster Thermidor and white chocolate mousse.

Luke's Kitchen and Bar

640 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland
This Maitland spot offers a carefully curated menu of high-quality seafood, including a raw bar and plenty of small plates and entrees cooked over an open fire grill. Luke's Kitchen and Bar also features a classically inspired bar program with a wide selection of craft beer, wine and cocktails.

Grape & The Grain

1110 Virginia Drive, Orlando
Grape and the Grain is a quaint neighborhood wine bar that also offers frequent live music and some killer rain-proof views.

Barley and Vine Biergarten

2406 E. Washington St., Orlando
The Milk District Biergarten has one of the best patio bars in town, perfect to sip on one of the more than two dozen draft beers available.

The Taproom at Dubsdread

549 W. Par St., Orlando
While the Taproom may be dark on the inside, this sports bar located on Dubsdread Golf Course offers a patio brunch with a full Sunday morning cocktail menu. The shaded patio overlooks the golf course; we’re not sure where you can get a more Florida Sunday brunch than here.

Chroma Modern Bar + Kitchen

6967 Lake Nona Boulevard, Orlando
This modern kitchen and bar serves up time-honored dishes and weekly happy hour deals, plus it features a pretty killer outdoor seating area to enjoy it all on.

Canvas Restaurant

13615 Sachs Ave., Orlando
Besides the gorgeous floor-to-ceiling windows, the flashy yellow lamps and the brick walls, Canvas restaurant overlooks a beautiful lake with a partially covered patio. The restaurant has recently introduced a food and drink happy hour menu featured Monday through Friday.

Hamilton’s Kitchen – Alfond Inn

300 E.New England Ave., Winter Park
Hamilton's Kitchen at the Alfond Inn is one of the pricier patios to chill at but if you're up for it, it's worth the cash. Enjoy drinks and snacks in the courtyard, or go for breakfast, lunch or dinner (along with brunch on the weekends) — there's plenty of opportunities to enjoy their Southern-style cooking al fresco.

Yellow Dog Eats

1236 Hempel Ave., Gotha
This quaint cafe in Gotha has everything you could want for a fun, casual dining experience: the barbecue, the history and a garden to enjoy your food in. Check out Yellow Dog's live music schedule to catch a show in that very same garden.

Norman's

7924 Via Dellagio Way, Orlando
After a 16-year run at the Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes and then a three-year hiatus, Norman Van Aken's legendary eatery Norman's made a triumphant return in the Dr. Phillips area earlier this year. The menu's Latin-Caribbean DNA is still intact, but flavors from Japan and Southeast Asia expand on Van Aken's "New World" culinary vision.

Armando’s

463 W. New England Ave., Winter Park
Armando’s gives guests the opportunity to eat some Neapolitan pizza out on their patio, right in Hannibal Square. Get the views and the food without having to fly all the way to Italy.

Teak Neighborhood Bar & Grill

6400 Time Square Ave., Orlando
Teak Neighborhood Bar & Grill is largely known for its burgers and large selection of beer, with 41 drafts and 51 bottles to choose from. A little less known, though, is that it also happens to have one of the best patios in Orlando. So pull up a chair and order one of your favorite brews from the outdoor bar while you enjoy a football game available on any of the numerous TVs.