*Updated 6/22 at 9:49 a.m.
As the Lehigh Valley entered the Yellow Phase, restaurants began opening for outdoor dining on Friday, June 5. With social distancing guidelines in place, locals can enjoy al fresco offerings at these Valley favorites.
3rd & Ferry Fish Market is set up for al fresco dining in the street! Enjoy all your seafood favorites.
Apollo Grill has al fresco dining Tuesday through Sunday with additional garden seating available! Call for reservations.
The Bayou’s Bethlehem location is now taking two-hour reservations for patio seating. They are allowing six guests per table/reservation. Guests must wear masks when not at their table and when entering the building. Social distancing is still strongly encouraged.
In Easton and Bethlehem, Billy's Downtown Diner is offering outdoor patio dining seven days a week. They're serving up mimosas, Bloody Mary's and, even, cheap wine!
Birthright Brewing Company in Nazareth got out the measuring tape and is open for patio seating. It is first come, first served. Customers are not permitted to move tables but can seat themselves at tables labeled “sanitized.” There is no smoking allowed.
blue grillhouse
Blue Grillhouse’s award-winning patio is open for outdoor seating! Join them on a first come, first served basis—but give them a call day-of to confirm availability.
Bolete actually built their own outdoor dining setup, and it's a sight to be seen! Check it out here, along with their menu. Make your reservation via RESY!
Braveheart Highland Pub has opened its patio, with seatings imited to 90 minutes each. Timeslots are available starting at 11:30 a.m. and ending at 8:30 p.m. Servers will be wearing masks and social distancing guidelines will be enforced. Reservations can be made by calling the restaurant and are required.
Copperhead Grille boasts two locations, equating to two patio options! It’s first come, first served, but don’t worry—locals can also enjoy a Parking Lot Picnic! Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. Click here for their live music lineup.
Picnic at Durham Springs! Place your order a day in advance and reserve a table to dine outdoors on their lawn or deck. Food will be served at the restaurant entrance. Seating is weather dependent.
Enjoy outdoor dining Thursday through Sunday at the Easton Public Market! Order online and grab a seat! Participating vendors include Mister Lee's Noodles, Taylor Taco Shop, Scratch, Full of Crepe and more! Click here for details.
Sit outside in the heart of Bethlehem at Edge Restaurant. Reservations are required!
Eight Oaks Farm Distillery in New Tripoli will begin outdoor dining on Saturday, June 20, and available moving forward on Fridays from 3–8 p.m., Saturdays from 2–8 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. All reservations must be made over the phone. Enjoy cocktails, beer on tap and food from Trè Locally Sourced! Parties will be limited to six guests and to 90 minutes. Fun and laughter are mandatory. Click here for more info.
Fiamma Italian Grill in Bethlehem is encouraging customers to spread the word of their opening. Sit at their patio and enjoy some Italian food. And for those chilly summer nights, don’t worry—they have outdoor heaters!
Folino Estate Vineyard & Winery is open for outdoor seating. Reservations are required, with a maximum of six guests per party. Enjoy an outdoor takeout dining experience, as they do not have servers at this time.
Franklin Hill has outdoor seating at all of its locations. Masks are required and social distancing is mandatory.
Dine on the patio at Gio Italian Grill, where they have plenty of umbrellas to keep you cool and dry.
Al fresco dining is available rain or shine at Green Vida Co. They can assure six feet of space between tables at their Park Plaza location.
Photo by Shelbie Pletz
Grille 3501 Outdoor Seating
Allentown’s Grille 3501 is accepting outdoor dining reservations for lunch and dinner. Guests can now enjoy a drink at the bar with their recently installed glass dividing panels!
Historic Hotel Bethlehem is open for outdoor dining Thursday through Monday. Reservations are required and can be made by calling the restaurant or via OpenTable. Tables are limited to four guests and seatings cannot exceed 90 minutes. Check out their outdoor dining menu and more on their regulations here!
The Barn patio at House & Barn is open for outdoor dining from 11:20 a.m.–7:20 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Seating is on a first come, first-served basis. Tables are limited.
The lawn at Jay’s Local is open for seating! Tables are first come, first served.
Celebrate happy hour with outdoor dining Monday through Wednesday from 3–6 p.m. at McCarthy’s Red Stag Pub. Seating is first come, first served. Check out their specialty menu here.
Photo by Shelbie Pletz
Melt
Melt at the Promenade is open for outdoor dining! Seating is on a first come, first served basis. Give them a call on your desired dining date to discuss table availability.
Outdoor seating at Mesa Modern Mexican is open to satisfy all your margarita and taco cravings! Reservations can be made online or by calling the restaurant.
Notch Modern Kitchen and Bar wants you to enjoy cocktails on their patio. Try the Banana Joes, Don a Lada and Guy n Gal. Space is limited, so be sure to book via Resy!
Photo by Alison Conklin
Oak Steakhouse is open for outdoor dining, with reservations required. Seating is available between 4 and 9 p.m. Social distancing rules will be in effect!
Try the new menu at Pearly Baker's Alehouse and enjoy their outdoor dining.
Tented outdoor dining in the street is available at The River Grille. Check out their new menu here! Reservations are recommended.
Roasted is encouraging customers to order takeout and enjoy their meal in the sun! Enjoy their nice parklet setup!
Sette Luna has returned to normal hours with outdoor dining. Dinner runs from 3:30–9 p.m. Seating is first come, first served.
Enjoy outdoor seating and beer slushies at Seven Sirens Brewing. Enjoy on-site food trucks and live music.
The Shelby has plenty of outdoor seating, and is serving up a full menu, cocktails, wine and beer. Click here for their live music lineup.
The patio at Social Still Distillery is open! Enjoy cocktails, crushies and scratch-made food. Reservations are required and can be made via OpenTable.
Springtown Inn is taking reservations for their deck and front porch! Check out their outdoor dining menu here.
The Steel Club’s outdoor dining (and pool!) is open. Give them a call to make a reservation.
Tacos Y Tequila's City Center location has upgraded its patio with a "mighty big umbrella!" They have seating available at their Easton location as well!
Photo by by Shelbie Pletz
Tapas on Main
Call to reserve patio seating at Tapas on Main, and take advantage of their new parklet seating too!
Patio reservations are now being accepted Tuesday through Sunday at The Trapp Door Gastropub, weather permitting. Cool off with a Mojito Slushee!
Tucker at the Silk Mill has limited, socially distant outdoor seating. They’re offering easy, contactless ordering and payment on your phone—and they’ve expanded their outdoor takeout menu! Tables are limited to groups of four or less. Guests must wear a mask when arriving, during pick-up at the window and when leaving. No reservations necessary.
Two Rivers Brewing has outdoor dining available Thursday through Sunday.
Union Gardens at Union & Finch is now open for lunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday, as well as weekend brunch! Book your reservation using OpenTable. Walk-ins will be first come, first served. All seatings are limited to 90 minutes.
Enjoy al fresco dining at Urbano’s new parklets! Enjoy Margarita Monday and Taco Tuesday.
The View at Morgan Hill was counting down the days until they could open up their deck for seating. It’s not called “The View” for nothing! And check out that tape measurer to ensure social distancing.
Photo by Shelbie Pletz
White Orchid
Tented outdoor seating is available at Wert's Café. Enjoy seasonal sangria and their burger of the month!
Read up on the rules and regulations of patio seating at White orchids Thai Cuisine. They are open for lunch and dinner with limited capacity and social distancing. Make your required reservation using OpenTable or by calling the restaurant.
Wiz Kidz patio is officially back, with some of their outdoor seating open and ready. Customers are asked to keep social distancing in mind, as Wiz Kidz will be ensuring all proper health and sanitation practices are in place.
Photo by Alison Conklin
Zest
Enjoy the outdoor terraces (equipped with fans!) at ZEST Bar & Grille. Reservations are available via OpenTable.
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