Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Chestnut Hill

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Back BayBeacon HillBrightonBrooklineCambridgeCharlestown

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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80 restaurants available nearby

1. Baramor

4.3

Awesome(292)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Newton

Booked 6 times today

Baramor is a warm and cozy American pub serving gastro cuisine. Baramor is built on the foundation that there is always something môr in all aspects of life.

2. Giulia Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1822)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cambridge

Booked 22 times today

Giulia is a chef-owned regional Italian restaurant located between Harvard and Porter Squares in Cambridge. It is the first restaurant of award-winning Chef Michael Pagliarini. Its reputation has spread nationally with frequent out of town guests as well as Boston area locals.Giulia puts a particular emphasis on hand-crafted pastas, made each day on our custom-built chef’s table adjacent to the open kitchen.Best of Boston Italian Restaurant. All Italian wine list with unique Italian varietals. Local purveyors, dry aged local beef, burrata di andria, stone milled flours, vegetarian options.Giulia is currently open for indoor dining and limited outdoor dining. We accept reservations up to two weeks in advance. To reserve a patio table, please call us at 617-441-2800. All reservations made online are for indoors only. Kindly note that our patio is uncovered so reservations there are weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.

3. Sycamore

4.8

Exceptional(2787)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Newton

Booked 18 times today

Sycamore is a seasonally inspired, chef-owned neighborhood bistro in Newton Centre. Emphasizing locally sourced produce, fish and meat, our menu draws on classic European country food; rustic and wholesome. Our beverage program is designed to complement the cuisine. The wine list focuses on passionate small producers, our beers are by and large domestic craft selections and the cocktail list highlights classic drinks and sipping spirits.

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4. Terra - Eataly Boston

4.4

Awesome(3854)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Back Bay

Booked 103 times today

Located on the third floor of Eataly Boston, Terra is a unique restaurant inspired by earth and fire. The dining room centers around a wood-burning Italian grill, where the Terra culinary team cooks raw ingredients over burning flames, allowing the simple flavors to shine.In every earthy dish, the fire’s smoked warmth rekindles our fundamental connection to the elements. Plentiful and playful, the grilled plates are perfect to share around the restaurant's rustic tables, especially when paired with seasonal drinks.

5. MIDA - South End

4.7

Exceptional(2807)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • South End

Booked 57 times today

MIDA is a South End neighborhood restaurant, inspired by the simplicity of classic Italian dishes . Our menu focuses on many regions of traditional Italian food and culture, using fresh, seasonal ingredients.Dinner is served Monday - Thursday, and Sundays from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM and Friday and Saturday from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM. Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM. Patio reservations are available on a same day first come basis only. Please call the restaurant to secure patio seating. Patio availability is dependent on weather. Walk-ins are always welcome.

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6. Buttermilk & Bourbon

4.6

Exceptional(3489)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Back Bay

Booked 106 times today

Takeout and delivery services are available via our website and Uber Eats. There are three options for seating: Standard (Indoors), High-Top (Indoors), and Outdoors. If one of these options does not appear, it is because we are currently booked for that type of seating during the date and time you are seeking. We offer a fifteen-minute grace period and ask that you call us if you will be running late or your reservation may be canceled. We allow an hour and a half for a reservation of 2 guests and 2 hours for reservations consisting of 3 or more guests. All outdoor patio reservations are subject to being canceled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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7. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Boston - Prudential Center

4.6

Exceptional(3562)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Back Bay

Booked 157 times today

Welcome to Earls Prudential, located in Boston's vibrant Back Bay area in the iconic Prudential Center. Just steps from the Hynes Convention Center and Fenway Park, we offer an upscale casual experience with an energetic atmosphere, two big lively bars and an epic year-round rooftop patio.Our modern American menu is inspired by global flavours and crafted with premium ingredients, paired with expertly crafted cocktails and confidently charming service. Earls Prudential is the perfect destination for all occasions: lunch, dinner, Happy Hour, late-night eats, or weekend brunch.Earls Prudential is an ideal venue for hosting your next event. From intimate gatherings and corporate events to large-scale social celebrations, our versatile dining spaces can accommodate groups of all sizes.Your table is ready—we can’t wait to welcome you!

8. South End Buttery

4.4

Awesome(2432)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • South End

Booked 28 times today

South End Buttery is a neighborhood eat-in and take-away bakery/cafe by day and full bar/restaurant by night. The Buttery's award-winning food has a reputation for combining seasonal, local ingredients to create exceptional everyday food at everyday prices. The Buttery takes casual fine dining to new heights, with classic comfort food as well as dishes for the health and calorie conscious that pair beautifully with the affordable wine and beer selections. You'll feel like you're dining in your own home – but you won’t have to do the dishes!

9. Buttonwood

4.8

Exceptional(981)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Newton

Booked 18 times today

Buttonwood is a neighborhood restaurant in Newton Highlands that serves rustic American food. Our bar focuses on local craft beers, classic cocktails, and small-production wines. We serve the full dinner menu at our bar and counter seats, and encourage walk-in parties for the bar and dining room. For our most up-to-date menu please visit us at buttonwoodnewton.com .

10. Henrietta's Table

4.5

Awesome(4752)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Cambridge

Booked 62 times today

"FRESH FROM THE FARM AND HONEST TO GOODNESS HOME COOKING"Henrietta’s Table opened its doors to a diverse and adoring public 20 years ago. In that time the restaurant has come to be the dining room of Nobel laureates, celebrities and New England Farmers. The Charles Hotel’s Executive Chef, Sean Lizotte, helms Henrietta’s Table and has designed a menu of "honest to goodness New England cooking."Henrietta's Table has been at the forefront of farm-to-table dining since before it was a trend or a hashtag. Located in the heart of Harvard Square, you don't need a degree to appreciate our simple, homemade flavors - just like you'd find in Grandma's kitchen. The Ritz cracker crusted scrod, Yankee pot roast and warm grain bowl are some of our guests' favorite dishes. Our menus rotate daily based on availability from our local farmers and artisans, pushing our chefs to constantly create mouthwatering dishes that let the ingredients shine.

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Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was exceptional, everything we ordered was delicious and I cannot wait to go back and order everything else on the menu. A fantastic meal from start to finish.
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Giulia RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Cambridge
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4.8
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Brian
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was fantastic. Service was timely and gracious. - Long term Sycamore fan
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SycamorePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Newton
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4.8
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ClaudiaCVIP
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Delicious food and great service. Definitely would recommend and return.
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MIDA - South EndPrice: Moderate• Italian• South End
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4.7
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Lisa
New York City •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Such a fun experience in Boston! Highly recommend. Our food came out quickly, was delicious and the staff were super.
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Terra - Eataly BostonPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Back Bay
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4.4
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EricVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •40 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 29, 2024
Great food and service in a nice neighborhood pub!
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BaramorPrice: Moderate• American• Newton
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4.3

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