6 Great Spots for Al Fresco Dining in Austin

Every good meal tastes best when paired with a breath of fresh air and gorgeous natural scenery. As autumn draws near and temperatures grow mild, it's the perfect time of year to savor some mouthwatering Texan cuisine al fresco style, at one of today's featured spots.

Mozart's Coffee Roasters

Austin born and bred, Mozart’s Coffee Roasters sports vast, multi-level patio featuring scenic waterfront views of the nearby lake. Relax and enjoy the scenery while partaking in Mozart’s “bottomless coffee” deal: unlimited refills of a daily selection of light, medium, dark, flavored and decaf brews for just $4.65.

Mozart's Coffee Roasters
3825 Lake Austin Blvd
Austin, TX 78703
United States

Phone: +1 512-477-2900

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Olive & June

Nestled in Bryker Woods lies Olive & June: a pleasant, three-story Italian eatery featuring an outdoor patio built around a sprawling, shady oak tree for alfresco dining. Olive & June specializes in authentic Italian cuisine, with dishes such as handmade ravioli, pork meatballs, and mouthwatering desserts like chocolate tiramisu and peach panna cotta. The venue runs a happy hour weekdays until 6 PM, offering a 50% discount on beer, cocktails, and all dinner menu items.

Olive & June
3411 Glenview Ave
Austin, TX 78703
United States

Phone: +1 512-467-9898

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Kalimotxo

This chic and stylish Spanish cocktail bar overlooks the lights of downtown Austin from its spacious al fresca patio, suspended above Shoal Creek. Named for a special basque drink combining coca-cola with red wine, Kalimotxo offers an array of wines and cocktails and light snack fare known as “pintxos”, typically served in bars throughout northern Spain. For an unique evening refreshment, try the customizable Pintxo Board, featuring goat cheese-stuffed piquillo pepper, grilled marinated crimini mushroom, and grilled octopus.

Kalimotxo
607 W 3rd St #105
Austin, TX 78701
United States

Phone: +1 512-333-0737

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Lenoir

Stylish with a “vintage chic” vibe, Lenoir offers creative Mediterranean and Indian cuisine. Diners can choose from an array of options a la carte, while lounging under the shade of sprawling trees in the picturesque wine garden. Lenoir prides itself on creating a menu that pairs with the Texan climate: light, refreshing fare that uses very little butter, cream or gluten. Try a small plate such as the Texas Apple Salad, with arugula amaranth and pecan miso dressing, followed by the mint marigold ice cream with peach compote and almond crumble.

Lenoir
1807 S 1st St
Austin, TX 78704
United States

Phone: +1 512-215-9778

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Jacoby's Restaurant & Mercantile

Dedicated to ranch-to-table dining, Jacoby’s Restaurant and Mercantile is situated charmingly along the Colorado River, which guests can admire from the restaurant’s outdoor patio. The restaurant uses Jacoby Beef: bred, raised and processed in Central Texas by the Jacoby family and raised exclusively on pasture grass, hay, and feed free of growth hormones and antibiotics. Take in the scenic river views while enjoying the BBQ Meatloaf with mashed potatoes, smoked rainbow carrots and caramelized onions, or the Chicken Fried Steak, paired with mashed potatoes, arugula salad and black pepper gravy.

Jacoby's Restaurant & Mercantile
3235 E Cesar Chavez St
Austin, TX 78702
United States

Phone: +1 512-366-5808

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Kitty Cohen's

Inspired by “life’s rebel women”, Kitty Cohen’s is a retro-style cocktail lounge and patio bar located in East Austin. The spot serves daytime-friendly drinks and frozen treats, perfect for enjoying the warm sunshine next to the onsite wading pool. The menu’s “KC Frozens” includes drinks such as the Frozen Absolut Screw: Absolut Citron, Absolut Vanilla and Orange Juice.