Thegaragecafe 20230119 130613 Alabama, Food, Outdoors, Patios — Cheers from the Garage. (The Bama Buzz)

Summer break may be over, but that doesn’t spell the end of summertime temperatures—or, as we call them in my house, patio weather. We wanted to share our favorite patios in honor of Alabama’s extra-long balcony season.

So far, our list has nine great patios, but we want your help crafting a part two—so read onto the end for ways to submit your favorite bar or restaurant to our list.

Botanic | Auburn

Img 2941 Alabama, Food, Outdoors, Patios — A restaurant, a plant store + a practical little market? We’re in. (Ella Walton / The Bama Buzz)

What to order: Marry me three cheese tortellini
Address: 1702 Frederick Rd, Opelika, AL 36801
Hours
- The Grille: Tues-Sat, 11AM-2PM + 5-9PM | Sun, 10AM-2PM | Closed Mon.
- The Patio Bar: Thurs + Fri, 3PM-close | Sat, 12-close | Closed Mon.
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The Garage | Birmingham

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What to order: BLT + soup of the day
Address: 2304 10th Terrace S, Birmingham, AL 35205
Hours: Weds + Thurs, 11AM-11PM | Fri + Sat, 11-2AM | Sun, 12-10PM | Closed Mon. + Tues.
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Tiki | Orange Beach

What to order: Charbroiled oysters (dozen or half-dozen, your choice!)
Address: 27844 Canal Rd, Orange Beach, AL 36561
Hours: 11AM-10PM, daily
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Juniper | Birmingham

Juniper 5 Alabama, Food, Outdoors, Patios — Juniper is a fan-favorite around here. (Nathan Watson / The Bama Buzz)

What to order: Veggie plate + duck fat fries
Address: 3811 Clairmont Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35222
Hours: Mon-Thurs, 4-10:30PM | Fri + Sat, 4PM-12AM | Closed Sun.
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The Gulf | Orange Beach

The Gulf In Gulf Shores 3 Alabama, Food, Outdoors, Patios — I never let a beach trip go by without visiting The Gulf. (Liv George / The Bama Buzz)

What to order: Grouper sandwich + loaded fries
Address: 27500 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL 36561
Hours: Sun-Weds, 11AM-9PM | Thurs-Sat, 11AM-10PM
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Lost Pizza Co. | Florence

What to order: Large Lucille pizza + fried ravioli
Address: 201 N Seminary St, Florence, AL 35630
Hours: 11AM-9PM, daily
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Locals | Fairhope

Gorgeous Streets And Walkways Of Fairhope — Gorgeous streets and walkways of Fairhope. (Liv George / The Bama Buzz)

What to order: Build-your-own bison burger + cucumber salad
Address: 312 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope, AL 36532
Hours: Sun + Mon, 11:30-3PM | Tues-Sat, 11:30AM-3PM + 5-9PM
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Grace | Mobile

What to order: Catch of the day with blue cheese mashed potatoes + grilled asparagus
Address: 555 Dauphin St, Mobile, AL 36602
Hours: Mon-Weds, 11AM-9PM | Thurs-Sat, 11AM-10PM | Closed Sun.
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Stovehouse | Huntsville

Dsc06819 Alabama, Food, Outdoors, Patios — Even on a gloomy day, this patio looks inviting. (The Bama Buzz)

What to order: Choose your own dining adventure from 13 fabulous restaurants.
Address: 3414 Governors Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
Hours: 10AM-10PM, daily (hours may vary at individual restaurants)
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