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Our 10 Favorite Restaurants in Dunedin with Outdoor Dining

  • December 3, 2020
  • | 5:00 PM

Tampa Bay locals should take advantage of the Florida weather and take their meal outside! If you’re looking for the best restaurants in Dunedin where you can dine outdoors, then we have the list for you. The restaurants in Dunedin have so much to offer – from fresh seafood to the best Mexican food in the area!

Check out our master guide below for the best outdoor restaurants in Dunedin and let us know which you are going to visit first!

Nature's Food Patch

Locally grown, organic, and family-owned? It can’t get much better than that! Nature’s Food Patch in Dunedin is a favorite lunchtime spot for us to eat at when exploring downtown. Not only is it a grocery store that has all the finest quality natural and organic products to offer, but they also have a cafe with a delicious menu.  We recommend grabbing a bite from the cafe, sitting outside, and enjoying the flavors of your lunch while enjoying the views of Dunedin.
Hours and Location

Market Hours:
Monday – Sunday | 8AM–9PM

Café Hours:
Monday – Sunday | 9AM–5PM

Soup Bar Hours:
Monday – Sunday: 8AM–6PM

? 966 Douglas Avenue #106 Dunedin, Florida 34698

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? Bon Appetit

Bon Appetit

Beautiful beaches of Dunedin inspire one of the best spots for elegant, outdoor eats. Bon Appetit is one of the most popular upscale dining experiences in Dunedin! This classy seafood restaurant not only serves fresh seafood, but also has a beautiful outdoor dining area where you can watch the boats pass by. Their patio features Florida inspired wicker furniture and a high top bar, complete with televisions if you want to catch a game!

Seafood is what Bon Appetit does best, so we have to recommend their lobster dishes! From a refreshing Lobster Wedge Salad or their delicious Surf and Turf, there are plenty of dishes to enjoy.

Hours

Daily | 12–9PM

? 148 Marina Plaza, Dunedin, FL 34698

? Cafe Alfresco

Cafe Alfresco

When looking for a hearty meal, there is no place better than Cafe Alfresco. Located along the Pinellas Trail, you’ll see their quaint patio while on your run or bike ride! Stop in to this diner style cafe for the best American items with International fusion influences. This is going to be your choice spot for an amazing brunch outdoors. While enjoying the view of the Pinellas Trail, enjoy their amazing dishes – like a Crab Cakes Benedict with the best hollandaise sauce in the area!

Hours & Location

Sunday | 9AM–8PM
Monday – Thursday | 11AM–8PM
Friday | 11AM–9PM
Saturday | 9AM–9PM

? 344 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698

? Pearly's Beach Eats

Pearly's Beach Eats

A beachy atmosphere, palm trees, a colorful patio, and tacos – Pearly’s Beach Eats is the perfect getaway! Relax and enjoy their outdoor patio inspired by summers in Dunedin. This dog friendly patio is the perfect spot to hang out with friends and bring your pup along as well!

At Pearly’s Beach Eats, you are going to want to order tons of tacos to mix and match with friends. They offer tons of different variations – like Cobia fish tacos or Volcano Shrimp with a refreshing mango jicama slaw. Pair some tacos with an ice cold beer and you’ll be set for an amazing night with friends! Quick tip: Pearly’s serves up amazing vegetarian options, so every dietary restriction will be happy!

Hours & Location

Sunday | 11AM–8PM
Monday | Closed
Tuesday – Thursday | 11AM–8PM
Friday – Saturday | 11AM–9PM

? 903 Douglas Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698

? Lucky Lobster Co.

Lucky Lobster Co.

Are you a seafood fanatic? Look no further than Lucky Lobster Co! The huge outdoor patio at Lucky Lobster is the best spot to enjoy a dinner with family or on a casual date. We love the twinkly lights on the covered area, which is great for when rain showers spring from out of nowhere.

All of the seafood dishes at Lucky Lobster are amazing, using local fresh seafood of the area. We recommend enjoying their yummy Oysters Rockefeller – using fresh Blue Point oysters, spinach, and parmesan!

Hours & Location

Sunday | 10:30AM–9PM
Monday – Thursday | 11AM–9PM
Friday | 11AM–10PM
Saturday | 10:30AM–10PM

? 941 Huntley Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698

? @thehonu

The Honu

Get a break from the work week and take a trip to Hawaii… in Dunedin! The Honu is a Hawaiian inspired restaurant and tiki bar – serving up modern eats and strong drinks. Their outdoor bar is such a fun spot to grab drinks! We love their tropical inspired decor, with nautical lanterns and palm print seating. Enjoy the atmosphere with your pup, as it is a dog friendly outdoor dining area!

Check out the island style dishes at The Honu! They create an island spin on fresh ingredients from local markets. Choose from their classic menu or from their vegetarian and vegan options! Be transported to Hawaii with one bite of the Huli Huli Sliders – with Hawaiian barbeque and a Hawaiian roll.

Hours & Location

Sunday | 11AM–10PM
Monday | Closed
Tuesday – Thursday | 11AM–10PM
Friday – Saturday | 11AM–11PM

? 516 Grant St, Dunedin, FL 34698

? Dunedin House of Beer

Dunedin House of Beer

The summer sun, a cold beer, and picnic tables – it’s the simple things that can be the best! House of Beer is an outdoor bar, featuring 42 different types of beer – so even the pickiest beer aficionados will be happy here! Find your new favorite here by ordering a flight of their craft beer selections – ranging from local Tampa Bay favorites to the outlandish. Check out their Peanut Butter Blonde beer – a crowd favorite!

If you go hungry, no worries. House of Beer hosts rotating food trucks to keep you full when you get the munchies. Check out their website for updates on the new food trucks!

Hours & Location

Sunday – Tuesday | 12PM–3AM
Wednesday – Thursday | 2PM–3AM
Friday – Saturday | 12PM–3AM

? 927 Broadway, Dunedin, FL 34698

? Crown and Bull

Crown and Bull

Crown and Bull is a popular haunt of the Dunedin locals, and for good reason! Their beautiful outdoor patio is the perfect spot to hang out and grab an amazing meal. The outdoor patio is decorated with winding trees, twinkly lights, and sleek patio furniture. Located in Downtown Dunedin, it’s a great choice to kick off a night out by enjoying their nightly live music!

All of their dishes are made using the best local ingredients. Their New American menu uses house made creations like their own prime rib, kimchi, sauerkraut, and more. Check out their tender Steak Sandwich – it’s savory and full of flavor!

Hours & Location

Sunday – Thursday | 8AM–1AM
Friday – Saturday | 8AM–2AM

? 319 Main St #5733, Dunedin, FL 34698

? Dunedin Smokehouse

Dunedin Smokehouse

One of the best places for fun with friends during the week is the Dunedin Smokehouse. Their outdoor dining area is the perfect place to catch a game, with their larger than life projection of the most popular games! Also you won’t have any issues finding a table to watch the game like in small sports bars, as their outdoor dining area has ample seating for you and your entire crew.

Not only is the space amazing, but the food is delicious! With Brisket Chili Nachos and perfectly cooked St. Louis Ribs, these may be the best sportsbar snacks in the area.

Hours & Location

Sunday – Thursday | 11AM–9PM
Friday – Saturday | 11AM–10PM

? 471 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698

? Living Room on Main

Living Room on Main

Living Room on Main is a New American bar and restaurant in the heart of Dunedin. Their eclectic menu is full of flavors from around the world – serving their creations for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch! Topped off with their high quality service, and you’re in for the best meal of the week.

Their outdoor patio allows your to enjoy the Florida weather with your dog. They even have a special menu for your pup, so they can enjoy a chef cooked meal as well!

Hours & Location

Sunday | 10AM–10PM
Monday – Thursday | 11AM–10PM
Friday | 11AM–12AM
Saturday | 10AM–12AM

? 487 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698

? Casa Tina

Casatina

Are you craving Mexican food? It is the best craving to have in Dunedin because you can visit Casatina! This Mexican tavern is the best spot to enjoy some live music and an expansive menu. It is also extremely vegan and vegetarian friendly!

Rain or shine, the covered patio at Casatina is the best spot enjoy a meal. Their space is decorated with Mexican inspired art to build a fun vibe. There are tons of options to choose from, we recommend their Enchiladas Verdes! This traditional meal is full of zesty flavor, with soft corn tortillas filled with cheese and topped with a green tomatillo sauce.

Hours & Location

Sunday | 11AM–9:30PM
Monday | Closed
Tuesday – Thursday | 5–9:30PM
Friday – Saturday | 11AM–10PM

? 365 Main St, Dunedin, FL 34698

Our Favorite Restaurants in Dunedin with Outdoor Seating

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Curated by

Jacky Saunders

Jacky Saunders

Jacky is a blogger for the Stuff to Do in Tampa Bay City Guide. For more insight on the best events and things to do in the Tampa Bay area, download the UNATION app and follow @StufftoDoinTampaBay on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Pinterest, and TikTok.

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