Restaurants and Bars with Outdoor Seating

Bluebird – Bluebird, the King’s Road institution, has proven one of west London’s most popular haunts for both people watching and overindulging in rosé. Cosy up underneath a space heater, order up a few bottles to warm the cockles and expect excellent Anglo-Gallic cuisine. 

Chiltern Firehouse - This terrace is truly beautiful, with a monochrome colour scheme and covered in fairy lights for when the sun comes down. Perfect for breakfast, lunch and dinner, you can't go wrong with a visit here. 

Circolo Popolare - Another 'Instagrammable' spot, this Big Mamma restaurant has nailed the interior, making it a must visit restaurant. The terrace is in a quaint little area of the restaurant facing out onto a pedestrianised square.

Coya, Angel Court - This Peruvian inspired terrace is the perfect spot to escape the City for the afternoon, with delicious small plates and excellent cocktails.

Dalloway Terrace - Being one of London's most 'Instagrammable' restaurants and this is very apparent as soon as you walk in the door. With the florals changing every season it is the perfect spot for an afternoon tea with friends. 

Double Standard at The Standard - This terrace is perfect for some drinks and light bites with friends or on a date, its always buzzing and beautifully designed on the ground floor along the whole length of the hotel.

Fiume - Located right along side the Thames, this lovely little terrace is perfect for a chilled lunch with friends.

Garden at The Berkeley - An intimate and informal style Mediterranean restaurant that is so gorgeous the images alone will make you want to visit. The garden overlooks St Paul's Church and has been decorated with lanterns, candles, olive trees and lavender. 

Garden at The Corinthia - This secluded courtyard makes you feel like you have been transported to the Mediterranean with a menu to match. 

Home House – The garden dining area at Home House has always been on our hit list as one of the best al fresco environments in the Big Smoke and it’s as alluring as ever this autumn. Grab a seat on the handsome decking or under a big brolly or within the large marquee structure in the middle for open-air extravagance.

Ivy Chelsea Garden – The west London bolthole Ivy Chelsea Garden has a gorgeous summer garden as well as a new air filtration system and temperature sensitive cameras to ensure you are as safe as you are satiated. For leafy environs and classic cooking, Ivy Chelsea Garden ticks all of the boxes. 

Ivy City Garden - Another venue located right along side the Thames, the terrace here provides perfect views of London whilst enjoying The Ivy's delicious British menu. 

La Goccia - As another Petersham Nurseries venue, this spot is nothing but beautiful with a very relaxed vibe. The menu has a extensive offering of Italian small plates, aperitivi and pastas. 

Luca - Not only is Luca one of London's best Italian restaurants but it certainly has one of the city's best outdoor spaces too. The space feels very Mediterranean making it hard to believe it is actually located in Farrington. 

Nusr-Et - Hidden behind the main restaurant this secret terrace is the perfect place for a long lunch or a sunset dinner. 

Parrillan at Barrafina - This terrace bar and table top grill has a stunning view of Regent's canal and is located right in the heart of Kings Cross.

River Cafe - The outdoor dining terrace here provides beautiful views of the river sitting alongside the Chao Phraya River, with 2 live cooking spaces too. This is the perfect place for a celebration.

Scotts - The terrace at Scott's offers a slightly different dining experience to their dining room but their outside tables are still just as beautifully dressed, still maintaining their old school class. 

The Maine - In one of London's most swankiest new restaurants, this terrace is certainly one to visit this summer. The tables are surrounded by stunning foliage with delicious food to match. 

The Orangery at Number Sixteen Hotel - Perfect for drinks or romantic dinners, The Orangery is hidden away at Number Sixteen Hotel with a calm aura surrounding it, filled with beautiful trees and a delicious British menu to accompany. 

The Phene - A short walk away from the Kings Road, this tucked away Chelsea Pub has a charming garden, perfect in both the Summer and the Winter months.