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Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Phoenix / Arizona

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Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are great for outdoor dining in Phoenix / Arizona? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Social Birdie (Restaurant and Bar) restaurant
4.8
4.8 (66)
$30 and under
American
Queen Creek
About the restaurant
Come join us at Social Birdie in the beautiful city of Queen Creek, where we serve amazing burgers and steak sandwiches for lunch as well as offer unique items like bone marrow and hand cut steaks and Chilean sea bass for dinner. In the mood for some amazing breakfast? Join us on Saturdays and Sundays for brunch and try our sweet and spicy chicken and waffles or our amazing lemon ricotta pancakes. Our patio hosts the best sunset over our San Tan Mountains allowing for our guests to dine under the stars for dinner. We have amazing options for cocktails, wine, and beer to satisfy all tastes. We also host live music Thursdays-Saturdays on our patio! Want to bring the kids? No problem! We also have corn hole and other fun activities.
Top review
Ana
Dined 3 days ago
We had a great dinner for my husbands birthday last night. Live Music was great and I definitely recommend the Ribeye and Wedge Salad!
A photo of The Vig - Arcadia restaurant
4.7
4.7 (225)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Central Phoenix
About the restaurant
Friendly, high-end and unique are just some of the things people say about The Vig Restaurant and Bar. It is an upscale tavern that has indoor seating as well as a patio area for guests to relax at and enjoy great food and service. The Vig Restaurant and Bar also offers live DJs and music to further enhance the atmosphere, and there are even games of bocce ball from time to time.The menu at The Vig Restaurant and Bar has items for brunch, lunch and dinner, and the menu is varied enough that there's something for nearly every taste. There's steamed edamame, blackened shrimp arugula salad, turkey sandwiches and short rib tacos. There is also a dessert and kid's menu, making The Vig Restaurant and Bar an ideal spot for families.
Top review
Laura
Dined 3 days ago
The hot honey chicken sandwich was delicious!! We also tried the truffle fries and queso. Everything was yummy!! We had a great time and will be back ;-)
A photo of Red Allen's Bar & Grill restaurant
4.6
4.6 (978)
$30 and under
American
Litchfield Park
About the restaurant
Named after The Wigwam’s venerated head golf pro for 42 years, Red Allen’s Bar & Grill offers a delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner destination overlooking the elegant, arched palms and rolling greens of the historic Gold and Blue golf courses.

No worries if you can’t tell the difference between a pitching wedge and a wedge of iceberg – everyone can appreciate the relaxed vibe and updated comfort food of Red Allen’s Bar & Grill. Soups, sandwiches, burgers, pulled chicken and other timeless favorites will be available at both lunch and dinner.

Opening up to the patio, the bar welcomes all to relax and chat over a local microbrew and platters of savory appetizers. Join us at the dog friendly Red Allen’s Bar & Grill, where the casual atmosphere and soul-warming cuisine are truly a winning combination.

Top review
OpenTable Diner
Dined 3 days ago
We love eating here. Only downside it took a long time to get our check and we have 2 kids so it was a little hectic
A photo of SWAN Sushi Seafood Bar restaurant
4.6
4.6 (206)
$31 to $50
Sushi
North Scottsdale
About the restaurant
Welcome to Swan Sushi located at Troon North. We serve a variety of fish that is always freshly caught and artfully crafted onto your plate by an experienced sushi chef to ensure top notch quality of sushi or sashimi. At Swan Sushi we provide outdoor seating with a beautiful view where you can dine or grab a drink and chill outside with your friends and family. Dogs are welcome on the patio as well. Our indoor seating gives the option to sit at a table or sushi bar.
Top review
KimberlyVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Our server Lisa (Leesa?) is fun, efficient, professional. We always ask to be in her area. Food is delicious and atmosphere inviting!,
A photo of Proof restaurant
4.5
4.5 (750)
$31 to $50
Comfort Food
North Scottsdale
About the restaurant
Embark on a cross-country road trip through the main street of America, tapping into the nation’s rich heritage and the historic days of Route 66. The Proof bar highlights small batch and craft distilled American spirits, with an emphasis on bourbon and whiskey, as well as wines from across the United States. Guests can take in the outdoors from every angle with walls that open to views of Pinnacle Peak and extensive patio dining. Televisions, games and a bustling bar bring buzzing energy to the restaurant on a nightly basis.

Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in this relaxed American canteen.

Top review
DeidreeVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Fabulous as always! The short ribs and the baby back ribs were incredible!
A photo of Talavera restaurant
4.5
4.5 (1847)
$30 and under
Steakhouse
North Scottsdale
About the restaurant
Talavera at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale is a modern take on the classic steakhouse serving prime cuts of meats with vibrant Southwestern décor.
Top review
Steve
Dined 2 days ago
Unforgettable dining experience! The food is exquisite in quality and taste, and priced well for the portions. Highly recommend reserving a patio spot for sunset.
A photo of RnR restaurant
4.4
4.4 (218)
$30 and under
American
Old Town Scottsdale
About the restaurant
Located in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale, RnR Gastropub provide the only two-story dining patio overlooking the vibrancy of Scottsdale Road. As an architecturally modernist eatery, RnR’s industrial style is warmed by exposed brick, dark woods and their signature burnt orange accents. Specializing in modern twists on America’s classic comfort foods, RnR boasts boldly innovative chefs, imported Italian coffees and a 1,800 bottle wine cellar with featured wines by the glass or bottle. RnR’s extensive menu overflows with culinary novelty certain to impress. The space itself is fully indoor/outdoor by use of retractable glass garage doors and features a mix of multi-use seating options, including community tables, booths, lounge and traditional seating.
Top review
CarolVIP
Dined on Jan 11, 2025
Great food, service, and atmosphere. We had 10 people meet there to watch football, and Haley made sure we were well hydrated and fed. She was efficient and fun - everything you want/need in a bartender. The food was great - wings, omelets, burgers - we tried it all.
A photo of OBON Sushi + Bar + Ramen  at The Grove restaurant
4.3
4.3 (335)
$30 and under
Asian
Central Scottsdale
About the restaurant
With a polished casual approach, OBON is the spot for an unconventional and memorable dining experience. The menu features an array of starters, steamed buns, ramen and sushi, as well as an expansive list of inventive and thoughtful cocktails.
Top review
Tyler
Dined 4 days ago
We randomly chose OBON on opentable maps and it did not disappoint! The sushi and crispy rice trios were great.
A photo of BackYard  - Desert Ridge restaurant
4.0
4 (61)
$31 to $50
American
Desert Ridge
About the restaurant
Now Open at Desert Ridge Marketplace!

Meet your friends at Backyard, where the game is always on! Park it in front of one of our massive TVs or challenge your friends to a game of your own in our open-air playground. Dog-friendly (dog park opening soon!) and fun-driven, Backyard is comfortably familiar, while keeping things exciting on a daily basis! So grab your furry (and non-furry) friends and swing on in for a good time.

Top review
Stan Carla
Dined 1 day ago
Always enjoyed this bar Been coming since they opened
A photo of The Table at Junipine restaurant
3.9
3.9 (488)
$31 to $50
Bistro
Sedona
About the restaurant
Offering a canyon casual dining experience with a cozy ambiance, The Table At Junipine, offers seasonal comfort food favorites on the leafy banks of Oak Creek. Soak up the tranquil forest setting on our laid-back outdoor patio. In winter, keep warm around one of our crackling fires inside.

Whether you are a resident of our resort, Junipine Resort, or just passing through the canyons of Oak Creek, come visit us at The Table at Junipine!

Top review
Gina LeeVIP
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
We absolutely loved Dale and the entire staff!!!!! Food was delicious!
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