| One of the most attractive parts about life in Austin is | | | | Four Seasons - A splurge for some, the Four |
| our ability to be outdoors almost the entire year round. | | | | Seasons' menu is superb, and although it is pricey, the |
| Austin's restaurants reflect this outdoorsy aesthetic, | | | | beauty of their patio, overlooking Lady Bird Johnson |
| with many of them providing attractive and fun al | | | | Lake (formerly Town Lake) makes this a special |
| fresco dining. Here are some of the best patios to be | | | | destination with a uniquely Austin feel. Enjoy the patio |
| found around Austin. | | | | for dinner, or for their famous buffet brunch, featuring |
| Old Alligator Grill - This casual South Austin staple has | | | | eggs Benedict; carving, griddle and omelette stations; |
| a large, wooden patio. Specializing in oysters, shrimp, | | | | fresh seafood and salads, and more. (98 San Jacinto |
| and other Cajun delicacies, the OAG even has live | | | | Boulevard / Austin, TX 78701-4039) |
| music periodically. The patio, although adjacent to the | | | | Fino - Couch-style seats are available on the patio |
| parking lot of a mall, features enormous trees for | | | | terrace of this centrally located gem, with plenty of |
| shade, and the people watching is premium. A great | | | | gorgeous old oak trees providing shade and scenery. |
| beer selection and an unbelievable happy hour make | | | | Fino is open for lunch and dinner, and specialized in |
| this South Lamar spot an oasis for all. (3003 South | | | | small, creative plates. With an excellent wine list, this |
| Lamar, Austin, TX 78704) | | | | patio is perfect for a relaxing meal above the fray. |
| Eastside Cafe - This East Austin treasure has long | | | | (2905 San Gabriel Street / Austin, TX 78705) |
| held to a local, natural, and partially vegetarian menu, | | | | Texican - Although technically in Cedar Park, the north |
| and their patio has the unique distinction of being | | | | location of this Tex-New-Mex stalwart allows diners to |
| adjacent to the garden from which they harvest much | | | | sample their justifiably famous cabrito, enchiladas and |
| of their daily ingredients. Walking through the converted | | | | margaritas on one of the area's nicest decks. The |
| house gives diners the impression of being at a very | | | | large, covered patio is tiled, and has ceiling fans every |
| special party, and the beauty and serenity of the patio | | | | few feet - a nice touch during the summer. (11066 |
| enhances their celebrated food and wine greatly. (2113 | | | | Pecan Park Blvd. |
| Manor Road / Austin, TX 78722) | | | | |