Now is a great time to get outside and enjoy the beach, the boardwalk, and these outdoor dining patios in Virginia Beach. So, pull up a chair and indulge in these patios and some of the best food in the area.
Steinhilber’s
Running as a family-owned business since 1939, Steinhilber’s features a large outdoor patio, with fire pits, string lights, and water views.
Hot Tuna Bar & Grill
For a lively bar scene, crafty cocktails, and fresh seafood-focused dishes check out the Hot Tuna Bar & Grill. This local favorite is a hot spot for live music and a social atmosphere. Grab a drink at their outside bar and enjoy the warmth from their fire pits tables for those cooler spring evenings.
Calypso Bar & Grill
In true Virginia Beach fashion, Calypso Bar & Grill dishes out fresh seafood and great cocktails. Calypso Bar & Grill boasts the largest covered patio along the Virginia Beach oceanfront; thus your meal comes with sweeping ocean views.
Waterman’s Surfside Grill
For excellent beach views and fresh Chesapeake Bay seafood, head to Waterman’s Surfside Grill. Located along the Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Waterman’s not only serves up one of the best restaurants with outdoor dining patios in Virginia Beach, but it is also home to the original Orange Crush – Virginia Beach’s signature drink.
Chix Seaside Grille and Bar
Pull up a seat Chix Seaside Grill & Bar for a casual beachfront dining experience. With plenty of outdoor space to enjoy beautiful ocean views, this popular spot serves the VA Beach favorite, the Orange Crush, and seafood classics like Surf N’ Turf Shrimp Tacos.
Rudees on the Inlet
Located on Rudee’s Inlet is Rudee’s on the Inlet, a Virginia Beach classic. Best known for its open-air Cabana Bar and classic American seafood dishes, patrons can enjoy waterfront dining at its best on their outdoor patio. The outdoor Cabana Bar offers local brews and crafty cocktails from their “docktail menu.”
Rockafeller’s
Catch marina views and waterfront dining at its best with a stop at Rockafeller’s at end of Rudee Inlet. A true sea-to-table dining experience, enjoy from-the-boat fresh seafood at this family-owned Virginia Beach favorite.
Catch 31 Fish House and Bar
Located along Virginia Beach’s oceanfront, Catch 31 Fish House and Bar is in the perfect location for ocean views and al-fresco dining. Enjoy a good steak, fresh seafood, or samplings from their raw bar all on their seaside patio. Plus, with its proximity to Neptune Park, their outdoor space makes a great place to spend an evening listening to live music performed at the park.
The Green Cat
Get your day started with a made-to-order juice at The Green Cat. Sip on your favorite flavor in their outdoor patio adorned with a vine-covered pergola, all surrounded by a garden of potted flowers and plants.
Stay at Sundial Inn
When you stay at Sundial Inn, you’ll be within walking distance of hundreds of restaurants including some of these with the best outdoor patios. Plus, you can stay steps from the beach and boardwalk all at a price you can afford!
Our hotel is the perfect budget-friendly option for your Virginia Beach vacation. From our Standard Double Bed to our Deluxe King Bed Efficiency, there is an option for everyone. Browse all our accommodations and start planning your escape to Virginia Beach!