There are many places in Indiana that offer outdoor seating, but some are meant for it. These outdoor restaurants in the Hoosier State are perfect for this time of year and should not be passed up. If you’re looking for a way to get outside without having to be too active, you’ll really want to try out these eateries.
- Bridges Waterside Grille, Michigan City
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Facebook/Bridges Waterside Grille This dockside restaurant is ideal for summer dining and grabbing a drink with loved ones. It offers magnificent views of Lake Michigan and some old bridges nearby. Guests enjoy a menu of burgers, chicken, pulled pork, fish tacos and sandwiches, clams, shrimp, salads, and much more. Click here for more details.
- East Bank Emporium Restaurant, South Bend
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Though it has not been in business consistently, this restaurant was established shortly after the town bridge was built in 1912. It is home to the only outdoor dining along the St. Jospeh River, and it offers extraordinary views of downtown South Bend. The menu is full of traditional comfort foods that everyone loves.
- Fresco Italian Cafe, Indianapolis
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Facebook/Fresco Italian Café on the Canal You can pretend you’re in Venice when you enjoy the outdoor dining at this fabulous Indy restaurant where canal boats float by and come right up to your table to dock. Views of the water and surrounding city accompany your meal. The restaurant sells Italian beef sandwiches, pizza, and more. More details about this place are available here.
- Matey’s Restaurant, Michigan City
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Facebook/Mateys Restaurant Take your mind on a tropical getaway when you visit this wonderful spot that is located right on Lake Michigan. It is known for its frozen drinks, seafood, and other delights that will whisk you away to the Caribbean. Get more information about this place here.
- The Overlook Restaurant, Leavenworth
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Facebook/The Overlook Restaurant When it comes to outdoor restaurants, this one has some of the best views in the state. It is situated atop a bluff and is an excellent place to visit anytime of year. The outdoor seating is best and only available when the weather is nice. All sorts of comfort food can be had. Click here for more details about this incredible place.
- Farmhouse Cafe Restaurant & Tea Room, Brown County
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TripAdvisor/juliebfromindy Dine on a porch or in the garden at this charming eatery that will make you feel like you’re visiting a friend or family member’s home. The vintage and eclectic design is welcoming and sure to put you in a tranquil mood. Garden-fresh sandwiches, pasta, steak, smoothies, cakes, and much more are enjoyed. Get more information about this whimsical spot here.
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This dockside restaurant is ideal for summer dining and grabbing a drink with loved ones. It offers magnificent views of Lake Michigan and some old bridges nearby. Guests enjoy a menu of burgers, chicken, pulled pork, fish tacos and sandwiches, clams, shrimp, salads, and much more. Click here for more details.
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Google/Elmer Babbs
Emporium Restaurant is temporarily closed as of May 2020.
Though it has not been in business consistently, this restaurant was established shortly after the town bridge was built in 1912. It is home to the only outdoor dining along the St. Jospeh River, and it offers extraordinary views of downtown South Bend. The menu is full of traditional comfort foods that everyone loves.
Facebook/Fresco Italian Café on the Canal
You can pretend you’re in Venice when you enjoy the outdoor dining at this fabulous Indy restaurant where canal boats float by and come right up to your table to dock. Views of the water and surrounding city accompany your meal. The restaurant sells Italian beef sandwiches, pizza, and more. More details about this place are available here.
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Take your mind on a tropical getaway when you visit this wonderful spot that is located right on Lake Michigan. It is known for its frozen drinks, seafood, and other delights that will whisk you away to the Caribbean. Get more information about this place here.
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When it comes to outdoor restaurants, this one has some of the best views in the state. It is situated atop a bluff and is an excellent place to visit anytime of year. The outdoor seating is best and only available when the weather is nice. All sorts of comfort food can be had. Click here for more details about this incredible place.
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Dine on a porch or in the garden at this charming eatery that will make you feel like you’re visiting a friend or family member’s home. The vintage and eclectic design is welcoming and sure to put you in a tranquil mood. Garden-fresh sandwiches, pasta, steak, smoothies, cakes, and much more are enjoyed. Get more information about this whimsical spot here.
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