Reviewed by: Caleb Turrentine
Cool down at these 9 patios we love across Alabama
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
- 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.
- More info
The Garage | Birmingham
- 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.
- More info
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
- More info
Juniper | Birmingham
- 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.
- More info
The Gulf | Orange Beach
- 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
- More info
Lost Pizza Co. | Florence
- What to order: Large Lucille pizza + fried ravioli
- Address: 201 N Seminary St, Florence, AL 35630
- Hours: 11AM-9PM, daily
- More info
Locals | Fairhope
- 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
- More info
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.
- More info
Stovehouse | Huntsville
- 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)
- More info
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