It’s the most beautiful time of year in the Pacific Northwest and warm summer days are finally here! Now is the perfect time to grab a seat outside on a patio where you can soak up the sun and enjoy a cool drink or a great bite to eat.
Downtown Tacoma is home to many restaurants that offer outdoor seating, so take advantage of patio season with a visit to:
McMenamins Elks Temple: Grab a drink or dine outdoors on McMenamin’s beautiful and historic Spanish Steps. Additional outdoor seating at McMenamins can be found at the top of the steps located along Broadway’s vibrant streetscape.
enRama: If craft cocktails, savory small plates, and fresh pasta are your angle, enRama’s outdoor patio has you covered. Don’t miss happy hour from 3-5pm Tuesday through Saturday.
Camp Colvos Brewing + Pizza Co: Kick back on the patio at Camp Colvos with a perfect slice of pizza and a cold craft beer or cocktail.
Incline Cider House: Sip some cider in the sunshine at Incline’s family-owned and operated tavern where they offer a selection of 16 craft ciders on tap along with a rotating selection of local beers and wines.
Matador: Order up a margarita and enjoy some great Mexican food out on the patio at one of downtown’s favorite local establishments.
Wooden City: From woodfired pizzas and shareable plates to specialty craft cocktails and more, grab a seat outdoors and enjoy Wooden City’s robust menu that offers something special for everyone.
Odd Otter Brewing Company: Enjoy a cold craft beer or cider outside at Odd Otter where their small-batch creations are brewed right on site.
The Office Bar & Grill: Catch some rays while you enjoy some from-scratch American Pub Style food and full bar with a great happy hour.
The Forum: Stop by downtown’s classic tavern located in the historic old Olympus Hotel for some cold beers, cool cocktails, and all American grub.
Meconi’s Tacoma Pub: Sit outside this casual downtown sports bar and beat the heat with a cocktail and some great pizza, pasta, sandwiches, and more.
The Harmon: Soak in the sights on bustling Pac Ave as you enjoy The Harmon’s craft microbrews, juicy burgers, and other tasty pub style food.
Zeeks Pizza: Sit back and relax on Zeek’s outdoor patio on the UW Tacoma campus with one of their signature craft pizzas and cold draft beer.
The Mix: Pull up a seat and order a drink to enjoy on the patio at Tacoma’s favorite LQBTQ+ neighborhood bar. Happy hour is daily from 2-7pm.
ALMA: Head to the ALMA Patio to enjoy their colorful, covered, and heated outdoor space to enjoy some creative food and drinks or to simply hangout while you wait for a takeout order.
