Best Outdoor Drinks in
1. Rontoms, Portland
Cozy indoor-outdoor space part sheltered by an imposing angular wooden deck. Catch their Sunday Sessions for live local music. Rontoms is a real crowd-puller.
Cozy indoor-outdoor space part sheltered by an imposing angular wooden deck. Catch their Sunday Sessions for live local music. Rontoms is a real crowd-puller.
Rooftop bar with stunning views of the city, day or night. The drinks are pricey, but arguably worth it for the ambiance and location. It's recommend to book beforehand - getting a seat can sometimes prove tough.
Overrun by tourists but a view is a view and this one is hard to beat so it's worth the wait. Uniquely Berlin in that it's great to bring kids to during the day, but... you can also party here until 4 am.
Daytime café, but best experienced as an alfresco bar. Order cocktails whilst soaking up the creative atmosphere of Istanbul. The cats, art deco mezzanine, and often-changing backdrop are some of the café's main attractions.
Gloria is a retro-chic bar, located in the borough of Eimsbüttel, serving hearty fare - from antipasti, to burgers and pizza. At its best when enjoying alfresco beer and cocktails on the venue's patio.
Charming little bar and beer garden hidden down an alleyway in the Rixdorf region of Neukölln. Built into a former blacksmith's workshop, Zosse features an extensive menu of drinks in addition to your usual beer-on-tap staples.
A brewery next to a windmill? It doesn't get more Dutch than that. Nice spot for any type of beer on the river. They also offer cheap tours of the factory on the weekends for just over the price of a drink.
Independent winery in an urban setting that works closely with local vineyards and growers to create the optimum final product. The indoor-outdoor venue also has a kitchen for peckish drinkers. A self-taught and self-funded operation.
Trendy concept brewery with an outdoor terrace specializing in sour beers. Instead of selling beer by the glass, Blue Owl offers visitors a tasting glass that includes four complimentary brews - these can be enjoyed over multiple visits.
Dating to 1734, this is one of Dublin’s oldest pubs. Well-known and visited by many over the years, this watering hole retains many of its traditional features and has an outdoor beer yard that is especially busy during the summer months.
Unique and amazing outdoor Berlin spot 🌉 often featuring live musicians. Go around sunset with a few beers and some friends and just take in the atmosphere.
Authentic German beers served here. Food-carts and a giant boot of draft beer, your choice.
Perfect place for a tan and a cocktail in the summer. A beach bar and a fine-sand beach in a city. 🏖️ Swimming? Take a dip in their outdoor floating pool in the Spree River. Right next to CDV and a few other clubs.
Historic outdoor beer garden offering live sports coverage and in-house music festivals - expect a near-full house at all the advertised events. The famous locale, which was founded in 1866, also serves a plethora of German dishes.
A Bavarian style beer garden serving good food & beer in a rustic-chic space with a lake-view. Definitely one of the more posh Berlin beer gardens, but well worth a trip at least once.
Once named the World's Top Beach Bar by Conde Nast, Tanjong Beach Club is a serene beach spot on Sentosa Island. The venue offers coastal cuisine and white sand beaches, and hosts parties on weekends. Enjoy alfresco drinks on the beach.
Elegant in-house restobar on the seventh floor of the Altis Avenida Hotel. Offers a menu of finger food and comfort meals. But at its best as an alfresco drinks venue - book ahead to secure a spot for sunset. Can be pricey.
Indoor beerhall and outdoor garden serving both craft and Czech brews. A great place for social drinks - be it with family or friends. Pair a tankard with either some deep-fried perogies, or a grilled Bratwurst.
Indoor-outdoor venue where visitors can enjoy a cup of coffee, cold beer, food truck eats, and live performances. A hip, cover-all locale frequented by members of the Austin community.
Aesthetic bar among upscale neighbors in Hayes Valley. Laid-back, almost beachy atmosphere inside and out. The drinks are good - try a cocktail, punch bowl, or spritz - but do not expect a food menu.
Great spot to go to get familiar with the best local craft beers 🍻. While you knock a few back you can also enjoy classic American dishes that are generous in portion. The carnivore mac and cheese is a must-try.
Between here and Cafe am Neuen See you have your idyllic Hollywood painting of a classic southern German style beer garden covered. It's a nice spot that fits the vibe (vibe!!) of Prenzlauer Berg, but also a bit on the pricey side.
Munich’s answer to the popular trend of dynamic spaces using shipping containers. Focusing on street food in a non-pretentious atmosphere, this social venue is popular with younger crowds – especially on the weekends.
The Potting Shed is an inner-city resto-bar. Whilst the eclectic venue serves a host of lunch and dinner plates, it's biggest draw is its plant-crowded garden. Visit for alfresco beer and cocktails, and grab a plate or two if peckish.
This beautiful hilltop park is an old fort, making it perfect for history buffs. Excellent spot to picnic above great views of Alcatraz and The Golden Gate Bridge. Saturdays are a full on party scene if weather permits.
Come each evening, Piazza del Fico draws a local bohemian crowd - people will be drinking alfresco in the streets, more so than in the bars. During the day there is a diverse crowd, some playing chess.
The ultimate Berlin style beer garden. Perched right on the Spree and the little neighbor to superclub Kater Blau, Holzmarkt has borrowed some of Kater's style and charm to create a one-of-a-kind spot.
Industrial aesthetic bar and brewery with a dog-friendly patio and fried chicken food truck. The tap list features an assortment of globally-influenced brews - from European-style pilsners and English ales to American pales.
Pub fare and signature cocktails served on an outdoor terrace with one of the best oceanfront views in Lisbon. The freshly renovated space was designed around a social club concept - dine, drink, and party.
Drinks kiosk in prime location alongside the Carmo Convent medieval ruins. Order classic Spanish fare including port wine, sangria, beers, and coffee. A place to people watch and listen to live music in the square.
Midtown Miami jazz club and wine garden - seriously good spot for congregating with friends and non-hectic socializing. Inside is small, but the outside patio is far more expansive. Boasts a pleasantly-European feel.
Large brewery with indoor and outdoor seating. Sample everything - from core beers to limited-release brews. They also offer great happy hour deals and have a food truck on-site for those who get a little peckish.
Perfect spot for beer enthusiasts. Listen to their live radio and sip on a unique brew. If peckish, turn to their bistro style menu for hearty eats and snacks. Best enjoyed when on the outdoor terrace in the sun.
Riverside bar and restaurant that prides itself on Berlin specialties, with a wide range of draft beers on tap. Bit of a Mitte tourist spot, so skip the food, but perfectly fine to grab a drink by the river.
Unique location not because of where it is, but because of what it's next to (Berghain). If you're there anytime on Saturday or Sunday the soundtrack you'll be listening to is techno. Three levels with some good sunny spots to be found.
Beer garden during the day, bar at night, club in the early morning. Somewhat self-branded as a "magical playground for adults", with three dance floors playing techno to house to everything but, it's basically true.
Modern "American style" brewery. They have a range of IPAs, some decent BBQ options, and plenty of space to have fun and relax.
Wonderful beer garden that makes for a charming date night. Have some German-Italian food, enjoy the live music, and take to the ballroom dance floor. If you have two left feet, no worries – they offer dance classes 💃💃💃.
Coogee Pavilion's menu features Mediterranean fare alongside burgers and pizza. Though, the real draw are the views over Coogee Beach. Grab an afternoon cocktail and commandeer one of the outdoor tables - terrace or ground floor.
Housed within two heritage buildings, Gorgeous George strikes a tenuous balance between preserving the old and stylishly introducing the new. Even if you're not staying, the rooftop bar offers an impressive drinks menu and sunshine.
A scene. Pools with a party atmosphere are hard to come by in the summer, so among the slim pickings you're either trying to go here, Badeschiff, or if you know someone, the Soho House. The line can be very long - try and book ahead.
One for the craft lovers. Liquid Gold is a store and taproom dedicated to - no surprise - beer. They have a large rotation of curated brews and the bartenders are happy to make recommendations. Check the coolers out back for cans to go.
Bar and restaurant with 54 draft lines - something for everyone. Enjoy a pint or can alongside a full roster of brewhouse classics: burgers, burritos, tacos, and wings. Dine and drink inside or out. Visit on a Saturday for brewery tours.
Community, 24 hour parties, food trucks, and underground sound - Nowadays is an indoor-outdoor party venue and social hub. The backyard is a beer garden with picnic tables. Inside is a bar and dance floor. Book tickets for large events.
Upscale restaurant with a lakeside beer garden. Delicate European dishes are served within, though many visit for the more casual experience of Seehaus' terrace. Admire the garden setting with a craft brew in hand. Bookings are advised.
An outdoor sports bar featuring shipping containers, food trucks, and games. You'll need a reservation with a minimum spend for the tables in the back so it's best for big groups.
Multipurpose venue serving coffee, craft brews, sandwiches, and other light meals. The mixed-concept bar has become an all-day space for the local community - it's open from seven in the morning until late.
Pub that hosts events like trivia and game nights. Huge selection of craft beers which is nice to mix in with the usual beer garden pilsners. There's an outdoor section and music as well when the weather's nice.
Compound with a beer garden and surf school (artificial waves!). You may not have come to Berlin to surf, but that doesn't mean you can't catch some waves 🏄🏼.
Open-air terrace bar sitting right above the 1992 Olympic diving pool on Montjuïc hill. The busy counter hands off cold beers and sangria to crowded tables waiting for the sun to drop over the Barcelona skyline.
