Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Richmond

14 restaurants available nearby

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1. Fall Line Kitchen & Bar

4.4

Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Richmond

Booked 33 times today

Fall Line Kitchen & Bar draws its name and inspiration from one of Virginia’s most prominent geological features, and the upscale-casual Richmond restaurant is dedicated to ingredient-focused comfort food with regional craft brews and cocktails.

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2. East Coast Provisions

4.6

Exceptional(1844)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Richmond

Booked 7 times today

Located in the heart of Carytown, East Coast Provisions offers an inventive approachable American Fusion menu specializing in shellfish, fresh fish, sushi and steak. East Coast Provisions has a big city feel with a sleek décor and multiple levels of exposed brick, 2 fireplaces, intimate rooms, multiple bars and one of Richmond’s best outdoor patios. We have convenient parking and accept reservations for parties of all sizes. We are currently serving in the dining room and on our patio. Due to weather the patio is first come, first served; we do our best to accommodate all requests but cannot guarantee specific table requests. We apply a 20% gratuity to all parties of 8 or more.

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3. Bookbinder's Seafood and Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(5772)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Richmond

Booked 23 times today

Bookbinder’s is a locally family owned Seafood & Steakhouse and is unique to Richmond. Bookbinder’s offers the perfect combination of rich history and atmosphere. Close to the James River in historic Tobacco Row, steak and seafood lovers will enjoy the ambiance of exposed beams and brick walls in this refurbished tobacco warehouse. From steak to lobster to seafood, each dish is intricately prepared and beautifully presented. We look forward to seeing you soon!! We are honored to have been selected as one of the 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America for 2018, as Voted by Open Table Diners, (based on an analysis of twelve-million reviews of more than 26,000 restaurants across the country)!

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4. Amuse at The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

4.8

Exceptional(1815)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Richmond

Booked 8 times today

Amuse is a seasonal, farm to table driven restaurant, located on the third floor of the museum. Whether you are dining in our main dining room, full-service bar, or our private dining room, you will be able to take in sweeping views of the Robins Sculpture Garden and the museum’s Cochrane Atrium. Our team works diligently to provide a menu that is directly inspired by the art-filled surroundings, current exhibitions, and seasonality while also carefully selecting only the finest ingredients from local vendors, artisans, and farmers. Just a friendly reminder that the museum does not allow balloons, confetti, glitter, plants potted with soil, and candles with open flames. If a date and time you seek for a reservation appears to be full, please give us a call so we can see what other times might be available.

5. Brenner Pass

4.7

Exceptional(1919)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary European • Richmond

Booked 12 times today

Contemporary Alpine inspired cuisine from award winning chef Brittanny Anderson. Modern twists on classic French, Italian, Swiss, Austrian & European cuisine. Alpine wine from small producers, old world regional specialties, sherry by the glass & natural wines. Unique craft cocktails hand made by our bartenders, house made infusions & molecular techniques, eclectic spirit list focusing on amaro and rhum agricole, gin, whiskey, scotch, cane & agave spirits. Happy hour weekdays at bar. Euro and American beer program featuring saisons, sour ales & hazy IPAs. Naturally leavened bread made from scratch & homemade desserts by pastry chef Olivia Wilson. Craft coffee & espresso. Local cultural hot spot with energetic, social atmosphere. Tasty cheeses on our cheese cart. Great for birthday or anniversary. Fresh, locally sourced produce. Dinner M-Sat. for luxury dining or expeditious business meal. Reservations recommended, not required. Elegan

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6. The Daily Kitchen and Bar Restaurant-Carytown

4.4

Awesome(843)

Price: Moderate

• American • Richmond

Booked 5 times today

We strive to serve foods that are not only delicious, but also health conscious, environmentally friendly and socially responsible. We use organic, all natural, local and sustainable ingredients as much as possible while still keeping our prices fair. In addition, we also offer an extensive selection of vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and paleo options. We accept reservations for parties of up to 16 on Opentable. Please email us at carytown@thedkb.com for reservations of 16 or larger. Our patio is first come, first serve. We hope to see you in Carytown soon!

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7. The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing

4.4

Awesome(5363)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Richmond

Booked 19 times today

Our Rocketts Landing location occupies the top floor of the restored Power Plant building, which sits on the James River and once provided electricity for Richmond’s trolley cars. We specialize in seafood and locally-sourced signature entrees. And we can't forget the incredible view!

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8. The Hard Shell - Downtown

4.7

Exceptional(1785)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Richmond

Booked 13 times today

Located in downtown Richmond's historic Shockoe Slip, The Hard Shell Restaurant is known to locals as one of the best seafood restaurants in town. With a new fresh look; The Hard Shell features sleek booths, lots of light and a vibrant city feel. The Hard Shell has Richmond's widest variety of fresh and local seafood. Menu items include signatures such as filet and lobster, shrimp and scallops, lump crab cakes. Patio requests honored when possible but tables are first come, first served. Happy hour is available at the bar and on the patio and is first come, first served. Private dining & reservations are available. Dress is casual.

9. MOSAIC Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(2354)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Richmond

Booked 21 times today

Serving lunch and dinner daily as well as Sunday brunch. Full bar with local beer, cocktail &wine list. Beautiful patio dining available for the al fresco experience. Since 1996, our mission has been to effectively nourish body and soul while preserving the highest level of quality and value. The open kitchen & upscale atmosphere of eclectic, modern American cuisine is designed to provide tasteful fare in a casual, full service environment.

10. Azzurro

4.6

Exceptional(1922)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Richmond

Booked 18 times today

Relaxed refinement, outstanding meals, and impeccable service blend to create unforgettable Italian dining at Azzurro. Whether seated on the softly-lit patio or inside near the comfort of a crackling fireplace, this award-winning restaurant embodies an elegant, yet warm, intimate ambiance. Here you will be greeted by a friendly, attentive staff eager to assist you with seating, menu selection, and an extensive wine list. Most important is our desire to provide an exceptional, memorable experience. Ranging from a casual luncheon to celebrating that most special occasion, Azzurro is the ideal choice.

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TrishVIP
Virginia •96 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Repeat guest at ECP — met friends for brunch. Service was cordial and attentive; food was delicious. Friends were doing dry January and loved the mocktail versions of their drinks.
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East Coast ProvisionsPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Richmond
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4.6
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HeatherVIP
Virginia •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Absolutely wonderful meal. ❤️ Friend from out of town, wanted something eclectic foodie meets comfort. Serena our waitress was AMAZING. Great menu recommendations, subtle attentive service, highly recommend.
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Brenner PassPrice: Moderate• Contemporary European• Richmond
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4.7
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Amari
Virginia •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
I had a lovely time. Our server was amazing! The food was good! However, the portion size was small. There was also a $3 up charge to substitute the wild rice that came with the salmon to mashed potatoes. The portion of the mash potatoes was very small for it to be an up charge. Overall, the food, drinks, and experience was great!
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Fall Line Kitchen & BarPrice: Expensive• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Richmond
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4.4
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Elizabeth
Washington, D.C. Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
Wonderful service and food. The appetizers and entrees were beautifully presented.
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Amuse at The Virginia Museum of Fine ArtsPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Richmond
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4.8
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Audrey
Virginia •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 2, 2025
Wonderful experience! Bradley was a phenomenal waiter. Cowboy ribeye was the best steak my partner and I have eaten, and paired with the scampi sides elevated it to the top. Also tried the stuffed salmon, which was okay. Desserts were amazing as well. Service was way better than expected!
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Bookbinder's Seafood and SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Richmond
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4.8

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14 restaurants available nearby

1. Fall Line Kitchen & Bar

2. East Coast Provisions

3. Bookbinder's Seafood and Steakhouse

4. Amuse at The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

5. Brenner Pass

6. The Daily Kitchen and Bar Restaurant-Carytown

7. The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing

8. The Hard Shell - Downtown

9. MOSAIC Restaurant

10. Azzurro

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