BEST OUTDOOR DINING IN FAIRHOPE, AL: 10 MUST-TRY RESTAURANTS
by: Chris Andrews
Nothing beats a meal outdoors in Fairhope, AL! Whether you’re enjoying waterfront sunsets, garden patios, or vibrant downtown courtyards, this charming town has plenty of beautiful outdoor dining options. Here are 12 must-try spots where you can soak in the scenery while savoring delicious food!
The Hope Farm
The Hope Farm’s outdoor dining area features some the most picturesque dining views in all of Fairhope. Sitting on a little over an acre, The Hope Farm is a farm-to-table experience like no other. Most ingredients in each dish are grown on site. Whether you’re on a date night, entertaining out-of-town guests, or need a place to relax, The Hope Farm is casual, elegant, and delicious all-in-one!
Bay Breeze Cafe
Bay Breeze has one of the largest outdoor dining decks in Fairhope. With fans in the summer and heaters in the winter, there’s never a bad time to sit outside at Bay Breeze. That means there is also never a bad time to enjoy their signature Roasted Corn and Tomato Bisque.
Sunset Pointe
The name says it all! Sunset Pointe at Fly Creek Marina is one the best sunset dining views in America. It also doesn’t hurt that the food and drinks are phenomenal. The large outdoor area is perfect for the nightly ringing of the bell and sunset toast when the sun eclipses over Mobile Bay.
Locals
A meal in the courtyard at Locals is more of a trip to Italy! The Tuscan-style terracotta tiles and cobblestone will elevate your dining experience to whole new level. Locally sourced ingredients, great burgers, and even a bar inside the alley makes Locals a great stop to dine outside in Fairhope.
Rae’s Kitchen
Rae’s Kitchen is the go-to place in Downtown Fairhope for meals, snacks, or trays to grab on the run. They also offer a full lunch menu each day or sandwiches, wraps, and salads. Enjoy their menu while dining on their beautiful outdoor area tucked away off Section Street.
Ox Kitchen
When you’re craving one of the best burgers in Fairhope, Ox Kitchen is the place to go! With outdoor picnic tables and lawn chairs, Ox has a very appealing outdoor area especially for the little burger lovers in your family.
Bill E’s
Open 7 days a week, Bill E’s is a casual, laid back place to grab amazing burgers, sandwiches, and plenty more. The smell of Bill S’s bacon smoking, live music playing, while you’re enjoying great food and drink is an experience you will never forget at Bill E’s.
Warehouse Bakery
Warehouse is a fantastic made from scratch bakery with pastries, donuts, and all sorts of baked goods to get your morning started. Warehouse also have a lovely outdoor space to sip coffee and enjoy something from the kitchen or the glass case.
Cafe Viola
Cafe Viola is one of the newest restaurants in Fairhope. They have an exquisite outdoor deck overlooking the corner of Church and De La Mare. It is the perfect place for you to enjoy one of their delicious entrees, a glass of wine, or one of their signature cocktails while dining al fresco.