Right now, all we want to do is sit outside, sip on a drink (or two), eat great food, relax with friends and family and enjoy this lovely spring weather.
Here are a few of our current favorite patio spots to hit up around town.
Red Door, 3701 Cantrell Road, Little Rock: The outdoor seating at this restaurant has been referred to as a treehouse. With trees, shrubbery and flowers surrounding the deck, it’s easy to see how that comparison was made. When the weather is nice and the sun is out, the patio also provides a great view of Cantrell Road. Most take advantage of this seating right now before the summer heat hits. During the day, you’ll usually see the most patrons outside at Red Door early on in the lunch service and early on during dinner. The patio, which seats about 60 people, is open when the restaurant is, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5-9 p.m. For more information on Red Door, click here.
Ya Ya’s Euro Bistro, 17711 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock: There’s not much the outdoor seating at Ya Ya’s doesn’t offer. Luxurious furniture and live music a few times a week is just some of what you might encounter. The location, at the Promenade at Chenal, allows patrons to enjoy a nice, relaxing meal outside while being close to several places to shop. You can also enjoy live music quite a bit while chowing down. The patio, which can seat 90-100 people, is open when the restaurant is, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. Most take advantage of the outdoor option during the weekends. For more on Ya Ya’s, click here.
Loca Luna, 3519 Cantrell Road, Little Rock: If you’re looking for the patio seating with a more relaxed feel, Loca Luna might be your place. The outdoor seating, which can seat about 48, offers a covered and open section. Surrounded by vegetation of all kinds, it’s a popular spot for an afternoon margarita. The tables have the option of being candlelit after dark. Most enjoy the setting during the spring and fall, and it usually gets busy during the evening hours. It’s open when the restaurant is. For more information, click here.
U.S. Pizza Co., 2710 Kavanaugh Blvd., Little Rock: This covered- patio gives a great view of Kavanaugh in Hillcrest. There are plenty of umbrellas to go around to give guests a cool option and some shade in warm weather. It’s a great place to enjoy a beer, or a bucket of champagne during the weekend brunch, while taking in the sights and sounds of Hillcrest. The patio can seat about 70 and is open daily for lunch and dinner. There’s also the option of renting the upstairs patio with the event room at the restaurant. For more on U.S Pizza Co., click here.
Cantina Laredo, 207 N. University Ave., Suite 130, Little Rock: True to its cuisine, this place provides a quick Mexican getaway with a relaxing, fun atmosphere. There’s a built-in canopy that provides shade when it’s hot. When it’s a bit chilly, heat lamps keep guests toasty. Most take advantage of the patio seating during the spring and fall. It’s also a great place to enjoy Happy Hour during the week. It’s open Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Friday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Reservations are available for the restaurant, but not the patio. For more information, click here.