60 Best Outdoor Patios in New Orleans, LA (2026)
Looking for outdoor patios in New Orleans, LA? We've tracked 60 outdoor patios. Browse the list below — or let our AI trip planner build a New Orleans itinerary around them.
Top picks
Our highest-rated outdoor patios in New Orleans
All Outdoor Patios in New Orleans
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Mammoth Espresso
Bearcat Cafe
Rosalita's Backyard Tacos
Tonti's Hand
Fat Boy’s Pizza
Vals
the flagpole
The Station
Botanicals Nola
Joey K's
Bourrée
Cowbell
Midori Sushi and Hibachi Express
Petite Closet Cafe
Zasu
Sukho Thai
Pizza Delicious
Plum Street Snowballs
The Bell
Gasa Gasa
Habana Outpost
Markey's Bar
Boucherie
Nomiya
Wonderland & Sea
IHOP
The Joint
Tout De Suite
Gris-Gris
Friendly Bar
Palm and Pine
Hivolt Coffee
Cafe Beignet
HEY Coffee Co.
The Daily Beet
Tacos & Beer
Don Villavaso on the Bayou
Wishing Town Bakery Cafe
Satsuma Maple
Parkway Bakery & Tavern
The Orange Couch
Galaxie Tacos
Who Dat Coffee Cafe
The Club Ms Mae’s
PJ's Coffee House
World Famous Corporation Bar & Grill
Munch Factory
Frequently asked questions
Where are the best outdoor patios in New Orleans?
We track 60 restaurants and bars with real outdoor seating in New Orleans, LA. top-rated picks is one of the most-visited. Shaded patios book up fast on warm evenings — reserve when you can, and check whether they take walk-ins on the business page.
Are the patios pet-friendly?
Many but not all. Patios in LA can legally allow dogs at the operators discretion, and most New Orleans patios on this list do — but always check the patio policy or call ahead, especially at upscale spots.
Whats the best season for patio dining in New Orleans?
In New Orleans, LA, patio season typically runs from early spring through late fall. Heat lamps and umbrellas extend it on both ends. The busiest patio windows are weekend brunches and weekday happy hours when the weather cooperates.
Do New Orleans patios accept reservations?
About half of the 60 spots on this list take patio reservations specifically; the rest are first-come, first-served. The reservation policy is noted on each business page along with phone number and direct booking links.
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