Picture yourself in a picture-postcard view of Greater Miami & Miami Beach as you dine al fresco on fresh seafood and innovative global cuisine. From rooftops with panoramic vistas to cozy courtyards and sidewalk cafes, Miami offers delicious opportunities to enjoy a memorable meal outdoors.

Lido Bayside

Bright yellow umbrellas, a vibrant crowd and sweeping views of Biscayne Bay make Lido Bayside in South Beach a stunning waterfront destination any time of day – in fact, the restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. The menu focuses on fresh, local ingredients and lots of vegetarian and vegan options. Choose something light from the snacks menu to start off your meal (the burrata with grilled ciabatta and blistered confit cherry tomatoes is a tasty selection), then move on to delicious entrees, such as the lobster papardelle or the fried whole snapper.

Cecconi's outdoor dining — Spark up the romance at Cecconi's at Soho Beach House

Cecconi’s Miami Beach

Tucked away in the chic digs of Soho Beach House in Mid Beach, Cecconi’s Miami Beach is a lovely Italian eatery set in a romantic outdoor courtyard where ivy-draped trellises surround the cool green and cream tile floors, and rough-hewn wooden pergolas and twinkling lights float overhead. Settle into the cozy surroundings and peruse Cecconi’s breakfast, brunch and all-day menus as well as an extensive drinks list. You can’t go wrong with such dishes as truffle, goat cheese and zucchini blossom pizza, beef carpaccio or spinach gnocchi with mushrooms and leeks.

A La Folie Cafe

A hidden gem is at the western end of Española Way in South Beach. A La Folie Cafe is a laid-back spot specializing in homemade crepes and French classics such as country paté, quiche Lorraine, croque-monsieur and escargots. Grab a table on the sidewalk and you’ll be transported to a charming French village. The cafe offers an extensive menu of savory and sweet crepes filled with everything from smoked salmon, brie and mushrooms to caramelized pears with a homemade almond filling. Or try the spicy habibi lamb sausage sandwich and French-style Caesar salad. For dessert, the flourless almond-lemon cake is heavenly.

Bayshore Club's tables with water view — Brunch by the water at Bayshore Club Bar & Grill

Bayshore Club Bar & Grill

Housed in a restored open-air hangar that once was home to Pan American Clipper flying boats, the Art Deco restaurant and retro bar at Bayshore Club Bar & Grill recall the golden age of air travel. Bayshore Club’s modern menu is all about seafood, from the all-day lunch and dinner menu to weekend brunch. The views from Dinner Key are spectacular whether you’re indulging in signature dishes such as seared mojo snapper and low country shrimp and grits on the top level of the restaurant, playing corn hole on the lawn, sharing a crab & shrimp cocktail cooler from the raw bar, or sipping wine or a cocktail as you kick back in a private cabana. There’s live music Wednesday through Sunday at this popular Coconut Grove dining spot.

Glass and Vine outdoor dining — Experience inventive fare at Coconut Grove's Glass & Vine

Glass & Vine

Set in Coconut Grove's Peacock Park near Biscayne Bay, Glass & Vine is a popular spot for lunch, dinner, happy hour and weekend brunch. Sit on the outdoor deck or under trees wrapped in lights on the sprawling brick patio and enjoy Chef Giorgio Rapicavoli’s inventive locally-sourced fare designed to be shared. Highlights include crispy branzino with roasted vegetables, cast iron scallops with English pea risotto, and nori-crusted ahi tuna. Don’t pass up a side of truffle fries.

Greenstreet Café outdoor dining — Grab a sidewalk table at Greenstreet Cafe

Greenstreet Cafe

Greenstreet Cafe is a Miami institution serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and a late-night snacks menu. Grab a sidewalk table in the shade and enjoy the bohemian ambiance of The Grove, a historic neighborhood founded in the 1870s by artists, intellectuals and adventurers. The cafe’s menu covers a lot of ground with classics, such as Angus cheeseburgers, alongside Italian favorites, like penne bolognese and chicken alfredo linguine, as well as lighter fare, such as a fig mesclun salad with aged cheese.

Quinto

Quinto, on the fifth floor of EAST Miami, is an elevated South American restaurant offering guests personable service and flavorful food. Featuring an authentic open-fire parrilla and wood-fired oven, Quinto offers a rustic-chic dining room and terrace overlooking Brickell City Centre and the Downtown Miami skyline. With a variety of menus that take you from breakfast through dinnertime (and brunch on Sunday), you’ll have plenty of culinary options and price points to choose from. Highlights from the all-day menu include a 32 oz. bone-in cowboy steak, a whole butterflied sea bass, and an octopus tostada with grilled pineapple and guacamole.

Mandolin Aegean Bistro

Hidden behind a blue picket fence and shaded by white awnings and umbrellas, Mandolin Aegean Bistro is an al fresco gem in the Miami Design District. It’s popular among Miami’s fashion set, who like to swing by for Mediterranean fare after a morning or afternoon of shopping. Start with the Greek or Turkish sampler, each with garden vegetables, and the Greek village salad. Indulge in a spicy mandolin beef-and-lamb kebab or the beef souvlaki, and don’t leave without ordering pistachio baklava.

Naomi’s Garden Restaurant & Lounge

Surround yourself with the colors and flavors of the Caribbean at Naomi’s Garden Restaurant & Lounge near Liberty City. The family-owned Haitian-Caribbean restaurant’s outdoor area features colorful murals, lush gardens and patio seating. Naomi’s is known for its oxtail, jerk chicken, fried snapper and conch stew. Be sure to load up on delicious side dishes, such as plantains, baked mac & cheese, collard greens and pumpkin soup. Vegans have many options here, from tofu stroganoff to chick pea or okra stew. Sip a refreshing glass of passion fruit juice with your meal.

The Café at Books & Books

Good books and good food meet in the Spanish-style courtyard of the founding location of the legendary Books & Books independent bookstore chain. The Café at Books & Books in Coral Gables offers both indoor and outdoor seating, but the umbrellas of the wrought iron tables beckon you to enjoy dishes highlighting local and seasonal ingredients. Choose from fresh sandwiches, salads and entrees with several vegan and vegetarian options.

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