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Eat, Drink—and Be Airy!—North

Summer is almost here and the patios are open! Check out these local spots with alfresco dining options and enjoy great food in the great outdoors.

An outdoor dining area on a stone-paved sidewalk under a canopy of leafy trees. Wooden tables and chairs are neatly arranged, with vibrant red flowers in a planter in the immediate foreground. Further down the street, additional seating is visible beneath red awnings, complemented by lush hanging baskets overflowing with yellow and orange blossoms. Dappled sunlight filters through the trees onto the sidewalk, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere.

Andora

Address: 1616 Mt. Nebo Road, Ohio Township Contact: andorarestaurant.com, or 412.749.2452

A casual fine-dining destination tucked away in the suburbs. Enjoy flowing fountains, shady umbrellas, flowers and lush greenery—perfect for a special outdoor dining experience.

Anna Marie’s Winery and Café

Address: 790 East Butler Road, Butler Contact: annamarieswineryandcafe.com, or 724.431.4810

Enjoy lunch and dinner featuring Italian cuisine paired with delicious wine on the spacious covered patio.

Aspinwall Beans ‘N’ Cream

Address: 16 Brilliant Avenue, Aspinwall Contact: aspinwallbeansncream.com, or 412.781.2373

A locally owned and operated breakfast and lunch spot! Enjoy a sandwich or wrap with a delicious specialty coffee on the shady patio accented with pretty blooms in a charming setting.

Aviva Brick Oven

Address: 16099 Perry Highway, Warrendale Contact: avivabrickoven.com, or 724.799.8849

Pizza is cooked in a traditional wood-burning brick oven to provide flavor seldom found outside of Italy, with the finest and freshest ingredients. A patio is available for outdoor dining—perfect for unwinding after work or a casual family dinner.

Avva

Address: 235 Commercial Avenue, Aspinwall Contact: avvapgh.com, or 412.206.7878

A taste of the Mediterranean, each dish is crafted with attention to detail. Enjoy classic favorites to exciting new recipes. Outdoor dining is available on a charming front porch and inviting patio.

Baja Bar & Grill

Address: 1366 Old Freeport Road, Fox Chapel Contact: bajabargrill.com, or 412.963.0640

The menu offers delicious food for every taste and occasion—from appetizers to desserts and everything in between. Relax, have a meal, and take in amazing views of the Allegheny River and boats passing by on the large outdoor deck.

Bamboo Bar & Beach

Address: 20810 US-19, Cranberry Township Contact: northparkloungecranberry.com, or 724.772.2233

Island dining in Cranberry! With an emphasis on food and family, have fun eating on the large tiki-themed patio.

Bartram House Bakery

Address: 2000 Village Run Drive, Wexford Contact: bartramhousebakery.com, or 724.719.2442

Made-from-scratch bakery that also provides a wide variety of breakfast items, sandwiches and salads. Umbrella-covered tables on the patio are perfect for a sunny day or evening dining.

Billy’s Roadhouse

Address: 10150 Old Perry Highway, Wexford Contact: billysroadhouse.com, or 724.934.1177

Delicious and unpretentious menu featuring award-winning wings! Two patio areas are available in a beautiful, wooded setting for a casual summertime meal.

Breakneck Tavern

Address: 273 Mars Valencia Road, Mars Contact: breaknecktavern.com, or 724.625.9150

An American restaurant with influences of Southern BBQ and Cajun foods. Enjoy patio seating covered with a pergola and shady umbrellas.

Cadence Clubhouse

Address: 9999 Kummer Road, Allison Park Contact: cadenceclubhouse.com, or 412.536.3917

Locally crafted beer and spirits, artisan pizzas, protein rice bowls and more—a great spot to refuel after a ride or run in North Park. Ample outdoor seating is available.

Cafe Notte

Address: 8070 Ohio River Boulevard, Emsworth Contact: cafenottepgh.com, or 412.761.2233

Known for award-winning Northern Italian food and service, housed in a unique old building. Enjoy quiet dining on the tree-lined patio on sunny days or in front of a wood-burning fireplace.

Chen’s

Address: 101 Brandt Drive, Cranberry Township Contact: chencranberry.com, or 724.776.6760

Fine Chinese dining and beyond. A koi pond, stone bridge and greenery are just some of the charming features on the patio for outdoor dining.

A group of four friends laughing and enjoying a meal together at an outdoor restaurant table in the evening. They are seated in wicker chairs around a table with white linens, glasses, and food. The outdoor patio is decorated with warm string lights and a striped awning, creating a cozy atmosphere.

Cornerstone Restaurant & Bar

Address: 301 Freeport Road, Aspinwall Contact: cornerstonepgh.com, or 412.408.3240

The Cornerstone’s mission is to serve fresh, elevated food and beverages paired with a comfortable environment. A front outside seating area gives a perfect view of the bustling community.

Derailleur Bike Shop Café

Address: 107 Dittmer Road, Butler Contact: derailleurbsc.com, or 724.282.1091

This general store-turned-bike shop/café is the place to stop along the Butler-Freeport Community Trail. The price is right for Tex-Mex fare or a gourmet grilled cheese. Enjoy all of it and a delish beverage on the cozy patio.

Dive Bar & Grille

Address: 3410 Saxonburg Boulevard, Glenshaw Contact: divebarandgrille.com, or 412.767.4110

A fun place to relax with friends and enjoy delicious appetizers, meals and drinks, with outdoor seating for reveling in the nice weather.

Doce Taqueria

Address: 4826 McKnight Road, Ross Township Contact: docetaqueria.com, or 412.366.3636

Don’t stop at tacos! Pick your favorites to make your own Mexican meal at this local joint and enjoy all of it on the outdoor patio.

Elia Mediterranean Grille

Address: 400 Warrendale Village Drive, Warrendale Contact: eliamediterraneangrille.com, or 724.799.8801

Cozy restaurant with authentic Mediterranean flavors. The covered patio is the perfect spot to enjoy your meal in the summer.

Freedom Farms Dinners in the Field

Address: 434 Overbrook Road, Valencia Contact: freedomfarmspa.com, or 724.586.5551 (Reservations are required.)

The ultimate farm-to-table alfresco dining experience! Choose from two farm-fresh dinner events, one with local PA breweries or one with local PA wineries—both with live music. Visit the website for more details on available dates and to make a reservation.

Grille 565

Address: 565 Lincoln Avenue, Bellevue Contact: grille565.com, or 412.301.8623

A hometown restaurant with delicious comfort food and live entertainment. Enjoy all of it on the deck or cozy sidewalk seating.

Hal’s Bar & Grill

Address: 3225 Babcock Boulevard, Ross Township Contact: halsbar.com, or 412.364.3230

Family-owned and operated! Boasting great food, beer and atmosphere. Includes a front patio with shady umbrellas and tables for summertime dining.

Handlebar Café

Address: 584 Dinnerbell Road, Saxonburg Contact: handlebarcafesaxonburg.com, or 724.524.1888

Family-friendly restaurant serving fresh pizza and pasta with homemade ingredients from recipes passed down from Italy. Try the authentic Chicago-style deep-dish pizza for an out-of-the-box experience. Sidewalk seating with umbrella-covered tables is available.

Hardwood Café

Address: 646 Pittsburgh Road, Butler Contact: hardwoodcafebutler.com, or 724.586.5353

A family-operated sports bar and grille with a great atmosphere and wood-fired gourmet pizzas, specialty burgers and a full menu of favorites. Seasonal beers and fine wines go great with the meal and can be enjoyed on the patio with friends and family.

The Harmony Inn

Address: 230 Mercer Street, Harmony Contact: theharmonyinn.com, or 724.452.5124

Serving American cuisine with Mexican and German specialties in an intimate, casual setting. Large outdoor dining area with a stunning fireplace is perfect for chilly evenings.

Hartwood Restaurant & Whispers Pub

Address: 3400 Harts Run Road, Glenshaw Contact: hartwoodrestaurant.com, or 412.767.3500

An elegant boutique restaurant featuring fresh, seasonal, upscale cuisine in a casual country setting. Outdoor dining in a garden-like atmosphere is available, complete with a wood-burning fireplace.

Il Pizzaiolo

Address: 3405 Harts Run Road, Glenshaw, and 701 Warrendale Village Drive, Warrendale Contact: ilpizzaiolonorthhills.com

Locally owned and operated! Specializing in Neapolitan pizza that’s certified Vera Pizza Napoletana. During the summer months, dine on the spacious iron-fenced patio featuring a stone fireplace and accents in both locations.

Jergel’s Rhythm Grille

Address: 103 Slade Lane, Warrendale Contact: jergels.com, or 724.799.8333

Besides a unique music and entertainment venue, an outdoor patio area with two firepits is available for outdoor dining. Offering a tantalizing menu of appetizers, salads, wings, pizza, burgers and sammies.

Jimmy Wan’s

Address: 1686 Route 228, Cranberry Township Contact: jimmywans.com, or 724.778.8978

Offering a vibrant array of Asian favorites and delicacies ranging from the traditional classics to the innovative and contemporary. Dine in the picturesque outdoor seating area featuring hanging gardens attached to a trellis.

Kaufman Tavern

Address: 105 South Main Street, Zelienople Contact: kaufmantavern.com, or 724.452.8900

Enjoy the ambiance and atmosphere of this unique dining destination that has favorites from flatbreads to seafood, shareables to handhelds. A patio with umbrella-covered tables is perfect for a rendezvous with family and friends.

Log Cabin Inn

Address: 430 Perry Highway, Harmony Contact: springfields.com/log-cabin-inn, or 724.452.4155

Enjoy aged Black Angus beef, chops, steaks, fresh seafood, sandwiches, soups and salads in an early 1800s cabin. Dine outdoors on a covered deck overlooking the lush woods.

Lula

Address: 515 Broad Street, Sewickley Contact: lulasewickley.com, or 412.749.1200

Casual chic, upscale tapas, small plates and more! Enjoy sidewalk seating in the charming heart of Sewickley.

Mambo Italia

Address: 424 Broad Street, Sewickley Contact: mamboitalia.net, or 412.741.3777

A little infusion of Naples, with authentic Neapolitan pizza from a top-of-the-line imported brick oven and more! An open restaurant front bringing fresh air in plus outdoor tables make this a perfect place for dining with family and friends.

Middle Road Inn

Address: 1822 Middle Road, Glenshaw Contact: middleroadinn.com, or 412.486.7159

Enjoy classic American fare on an outdoor covered deck set in a lovely, wooded setting.

Nancettas Ristorante

Address: 1200 Old Freeport Road, Fox Chapel Contact: nancettasitalian.com, or 412.781.2220

The basis for every dish is scratch-made, in-house, using only the freshest seasonal ingredients prepared in the true Italian style, “fresh and light.” Enjoy the quaint and charming patio surrounded by greenery—a lovely spot for an outdoor summer lunch or dinner.

Nicky’s Thai Kitchen

Address: 1026 Mt. Nebo Road, Ohio Township Contact: nickysthaikitchen.com, or 412.438.8424

The outside patio looks like an oasis! Enjoy it while feasting on Thai food including appetizers, entrées with six different curry options, and chef specials featuring salmon, duck, crab or lamb.

Off the Hook

Address: 908 Warrendale Village Drive, Warrendale Contact: offthehookfish.com, or 724.719.2877

Featuring an open oyster bar, where guests can observe chefs shucking, as well as outdoor dining, an extensive wine-by-the-glass program, chef’s table inside the kitchen, and a unique hand-cut fish to-go option.

OTB North Park (Over the Bar) Bicycle Cafe

Address: 10301 Pearce Mill Road, Allison Park Contact: otbbicyclecafe.com, or 724.940.5000

After a bike ride, relax and enjoy views of North Park Lake as you eat your meal under a shady umbrella or by the firepit. This bike-themed restaurant offers sandwiches, salads, burgers, craft beer and more.

The Oven Pizza Co.

Address: 2000 Village Run Drive, Wexford Contact: theovenpizzaco.com, or 724.799.8750

A family-owned business offering fresh and flavorful pizzas. Relax and enjoy yours outside on the large patio.

Patrón Mexican Grill

Address: 11675 Perry Highway, Wexford Contact: patronmexicangrills.com, or 724.935.3559

A raised patio with shady umbrellas is a great place to enjoy Mexican cuisine created from authentic and time-tested recipes.

A group of four friends laughing and enjoying glasses of red wine at an outdoor restaurant table on a bright, sunny day. The table is filled with various platters of food, including meats and cheeses, along with glasses of water. Lush green plants and trees are visible in the background, adding to the vibrant, summertime atmosphere.

Pomodoro

Address: 2572 Brandt School Road, Wexford Contact: mypomodoropizza.com, or 724.935.8333

Dishes created using only the freshest, finest ingredients. Open garage doors bring in the fresh air for a fun and casual dining experience on a summer evening.

Poor Richard’s Public House

Address: 10501 Perry Highway, Wexford Contact: poorrichardspublichouse.com, or 724.935.9870

Grab a seat on the front patio for a casual meal featuring delicious pub fare.

Revival on Lincoln

Address: 366 Lincoln Avenue, Bellevue Contact: revivalonlincoln.com, or 412.223.5715

A fine-dining experience of American fare complemented by creativity and locally sourced, diverse and seasonal cuisine. The outdoor patio enhances the meal on a beautiful summer evening.

Rico’s Restaurant

Address: 1 Rico Lane, Ross Township Contact: ricospgh.com, or 412.931.1989

Family-owned and operated restaurant featuring Northern Italian-inspired filleted veal, fish, and beef as well as homemade desserts and sauces. Covered patio is available for a special outdoor dining experience.

Rocky’s Route 8

Address: 602 Willruth Drive, Allison Park Contact: facebook.com/RockysRoute8, or 412.487.6259

Italian-American classics, award-winning hoagies, wonderful homemade dishes, soups, sauces and more! Relax and enjoy a casual dining experience on the outdoor deck.

Sewickley Quarter

Address: 545 Beaver Street, Sewickley Contact: sewickleyquarter.com, or 412.420.7819

Part event venue, part restaurant, this gorgeous spot makes you feel like you’re in the French Quarter. Pick from a menu of cozy American fare and craft cocktails, and find a table in the serene outdoor dining area.

Sewickley SpeakEasy

Address: 17 Ohio River Boulevard, Sewickley Contact: sewickleyspeakeasy.com, or 412.741.1918

Partake in delicious steaks, seafood and other American classics. Alfresco dining is available in an outdoor seating area overlooking moving trains and the boats on the Ohio River.

Shenanigans Bar & Grille

Address: 2310 Babcock Boulevard, Ross Township Contact: shenanigansbarandgrille.com, or 412.821.4355

With a casual, upscale, and laid-back atmosphere, Shenanigans is the perfect meeting place for any outing, either lunch or dinner. Enjoy a meal outdoors on the patio with a firepit.

Sieb’s Pub & Restaurant

Address: 3382 Babcock Boulevard, Ross Township Contact: siebspub.com, or 412.364.8511

Enjoy food that is made with fresh ingredients, homemade recipes and that little something extra that makes it all delicious. Enjoy a casual lunch or dinner on the sunny patio.

The Slippery Mermaid Sushi Bar

Address: 613 Beaver Street, Sewickley Contact: slipperymermaid.com, or 412.741.2459

A mixture of sushi for purists and inventive dishes you might never have seen before. Patio dining is available, with tables and shady umbrellas.

Spice Affair

Address: 8 Brilliant Avenue, Aspinwall Contact: spiceaffairpittsburgh.com, or 412.847.7423

An Indian restaurant serving traditional favorites! A covered patio is perfect for outdoor dining.

The Sports Grille

Address: 1294 Freedom Road, Cranberry Township Contact: thesportsgrillecranberry.com, or 724.776.5500

A relaxing, family-friendly, “come as you are” restaurant. Although sports-themed, the emphasis is on homemade food and large portions rather than typical bar food. A patio with tables and umbrellas is available.

A beautifully set wooden table on a sun-drenched stone patio, featuring a delicious meal of grilled salmon with asparagus, a tomato and avocado salad, and a bowl of pasta. Beside the plates are a basket of bread, a glass of beer, and a bright orange Aperol Spritz garnished with mint. In the background, other diners enjoy their meals at similar tables surrounded by lush greenery and flowering bushes under a bright, clear sky.

Sunny Jim’s Tavern

Address: 255 Camp Horne Road, Ohio Township Contact: sunnyjimstavern.com, or 412.761.6700

A tradition of great food and drinks served with a friendly smile. Meats smoked over local hardwood each day and a scratch-made menu are perfect for dining on the outdoor patio with tables and shady umbrellas.

Thai Tamarind

Address: 2909 Mt. Royal Boulevard, Glenshaw Contact: thaitamarindglenshaw.com, or 412.487.2307

Authentic Thai food in the northern suburbs! A patio lined with plants is available for outdoor dining.

Thorn Hill Tap House

Address: 105 VIP Drive, Wexford Contact: thornhilltaphouse.com, or 724.383.8484

The garage doors are lifted when the temperature is just right, allowing diners to take in the fresh air. Enjoy the atmosphere with a handcrafted sandwich, burger off the grill, or a yummy appetizer.

Tomato Pie Cafe

Address: 885 East Ingomar Road, Allison Park Contact: facebook.com/tomatopienorthpark, or 412.364.6622

More than pizza! Offering pasta, sandwiches and salads, with fresh herbs grown on the premises. Sit on the pretty patio with greenery and flowers and enjoy a special outdoor dining experience.

The Turn Club

Address: 1298 Freedom Road, Cranberry Township Contact: theturnclubs.com, or 724.789.8876

A golf fanatic’s oasis, the menu rivals the appeal of the golf simulators. An extensive offering of creative salads, gourmet tacos, artisan flatbreads and more can be enjoyed on the patio.

Union Brothers Brewing

Address: 270 Mercer Street, Harmony Contact: unionbrothersbrewing.com, or 724.473.0964

This craft brewery and eatery features everything from chili to a fried ravioli sandwich and an ale or lager to go with it. Enjoy the sunshine and the meal at a picnic table outside.

Vivo Kitchen

Address: 432 Beaver Street, Sewickley Contact: vivokitchen.com, or 412.259.8945

Award-winning restaurant with a focus on fresh and local ingredients, offering small plates, fresh pasta, grilled meats and fish, as well as house-made desserts. There is a charming stone patio with greenery.

Walnut Grill – Wexford

Address: 12599 Perry Highway, Wexford Contact: eatwalnut.com, or 724.933.8410

A complete menu of breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert plus family meal menus. Outdoor seating is plentiful on the patio.

Wexford Public

Address: 12087 Perry Highway, Wexford Contact: wexfordpublic.com, or 878.465.2031

Upscale pub grub in a relaxed atmosphere, with plenty of outdoor seating available.

Wheelfish

Address: 635 Sangree Road, Ross Township Contact: wheelfish.com, or 412.487.8909

Classic American barbecue, handcrafted bourbon cocktails and a live music lineup. Enjoy warm summer nights with the outdoor seating.

Didn’t see your favorite spot for alfresco dining? Email editors@icmags.com to submit the information. All restaurants are subject to change. Visit the websites for the most updated information.

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