Von's 1000Spirits Back Sundeck. Photo: Jason Trinkle
The incredible spring weather we're having makes it the perfect time to welcome the sunshine and soak in the much-needed Vitamin D on Seattle’s finest patios. Here are a few we love to frequent, especially on a sunny day!
Von’s raised sidewalk patio overlooking First Avenue is the perfect place to people watch and enjoy a lunch, afternoon cocktails or dinner. There’s also a spacious back sundeck that overlooks the lovely Harbor Steps gardens where you can sip and nosh to your heart’s content. With a diverse menu to satisfy all taste buds, you can order wood-fired pizzas, pasta, fresh seafood, salads, and Hamburgs. Most important, you can get Spun Sugar Cocktails, and Von’s famous Scratch Martini is only $5!
Clams & Frites on the Bastille Patio. Photo: Stephanie Forrer
Bastille is a fine French restaurant with a spacious patio located in the quaint Ballard neighborhood. Dedicated to organic, sustainable agriculture, lettuces and herbs are grown on the 4,500 square foot rooftop garden. Weekend brunch on the patio is pure happiness, especially with the Challah French Toast and the rooftop-sourced Gem Lettuces.
Pintxo Patio. Photo: Pintxo Facebook
Get your Spanish tapas fix by visiting Pintxo in Belltown. You can chill on the 2nd Avenue sidewalk patio with a bottle of Tempranillo and plate full of Croquetas de Jamon Serrano, Tortilla Española, Crab Stuffed Piquillo Peppers and Queso de Cabra.
Guacamole & Margaritas on the Little Water Cantina Patio. Photo: Stephanie Forrer
Conveniently located above Lake Union, with outstanding views of downtown Seattle and Gas Works Park, Little Water Cantina has the perfect patio for those much needed rays, traditional Mexican cuisine, and margaritas! Order a flight of tequila with your seasonal margarita, a Wild Boar Torta Ahogada, and fresh Guacamole & Chips. Then kick back on the patio to absorb the summer-like weather.
The Painted Hills Burger at Lecosho. Photo: Stephanie Forrer
Nestled halfway down the Harbor Steps, Lecosho has a peaceful patio that is conveniently removed from the hustle and bustle of Seattle sidewalks. This is a great spot for a business lunch or dinner. On the lunch menu, try the Painted Hills Burger, the Cubano, or the Fish Stew. For dinner, Grilled Octopus, Steamed Local Mussels, Carlton Farms Pork Tenderloin, and Duck Confit Risotto are all divine choices.
Maximilien Patio. Photo: Maximilien Facebook
With breathtaking views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains, Maximilien has one of Seattle’s most sought after patios. You’ll likely have a short wait time for patio seating, but the view and the French food are well worth it. The Croque-Madame, Le Canard, and Steak aux Roquefort are a few of our favorite lunch menu items, and all pair beautifully with a bottle of rosé.
