North Georgia’s temperate climate means Atlantans can enjoy living life outdoors for most of the year. It also means Atlanta and its sprawling metropolitan area offer a robust outdoor dining scene with a lengthy patio season which often lasts from March until early December.
Eater compiled this handy guide to outdoor dining that includes everything from relaxing patios and al fresco dining destinations with the dog to takeout windows, outdoor road trips to plan, and where to grab picnic supplies and wine for an afternoon or evening in the park.
Perfect patio dining and beer gardens
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Relaxing Patios at Atlanta Restaurants
Rooftop Patios With Serious Views
Covered Patios at Atlanta Restaurants
Brilliant Beer Gardens to Visit in Atlanta
Atlanta Restaurants for Outdoor Fireside Dining
Dog-Friendly Patios in Atlanta
Where to Lounge and Dine Poolside
Takeout windows and picnic supplies
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Atlanta Takeout Windows to Grab Food While on the Go
Atlanta Restaurants and Markets for Picnic Provisions
Neighborhood and Locally Owned Markets Around Atlanta
Ice cream and gelato
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Atlanta Shops for Ice Cream and Gelato
Where to Treat Yourself to Soft Serve Ice Cream
Outdoor road trips
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Atlanta Gas Stations to Fill Up on Biscuits, Wings, and Tacos
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