One of the best parts of living in Southern California is having access to so many magnificent restaurants serving up some of the freshest cuisine around. And what makes our restaurants here even better? Outdoor dining, of course! Here are seven of the best spots in SoCal where you can dine outside in a magical garden setting.
- Las Campanas – Riverside
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yelp/diana w. Located at the historic Mission Inn in downtown Riverside, this lush outdoor setting is a heavenly place to dine. You’ll be surrounded by the beauty of towering palm trees wrapped in twinkly lights in this hidden outdoor oasis tucked far away from the noisy city.
- The Cottage – La Jolla
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yelp/victor w. You can’t beat a hearty breakfast at The Cottage in La Jolla on a beautiful SoCal day. This gem will enchant you from the moment you enter the serene outdoor setting. This is tops on my list for one of the best places to start my day.
- Shenandoah at the Arbor Restaurant – Los Alamitos
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facebook/shenandoah at the arbor Escape from a busy day and relax into a peaceful meal at this quaint outdoor restaurant that will make you feel like you’re a million miles away from it all.
4.Little Door – West Hollywood
yelp/brendan a. What could be more cozy than dining in this secret garden tucked inside West Hollywood? Elegant lights and candles create a warm glow in this swanky restaurant perfect for date night.
- Molly’s Souper – Upland
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yelp/lyla h. Casual comfort food in an elegant garden outdoor space is what you’ll find at Molly’s Souper. Located in a converted Craftsman home turned restaurant, there’s truly nothing more magical than dining in this tranquil garden setting.
- Madison Square Garden and Cafe – Laguna Beach
yelp/mary w. Enjoy breakfast and brunch in the outdoors in Laguna Beach where you’ll be surrounded by nothing but lush greenery and fragrant flowers.
- Eveleigh – West Hollywood
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yelp/lea n. This is the spot to dine when you’re seeking that fairy tale garden elegance that’s right out of a storybook. Whether you’re in the mood for a full meal or just a light appetizer and a bottle of wine, the outdoor space at Eveleigh will make it a night to remember.
What a heavenly way to dine in Southern California. Do you have a favorite outdoor restaurant with a garden dining room? Let us know in the comments if you’ve ever been to any of these spots on the list.
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Located at the historic Mission Inn in downtown Riverside, this lush outdoor setting is a heavenly place to dine. You’ll be surrounded by the beauty of towering palm trees wrapped in twinkly lights in this hidden outdoor oasis tucked far away from the noisy city.
yelp/michael c.
yelp/victor w.
You can’t beat a hearty breakfast at The Cottage in La Jolla on a beautiful SoCal day. This gem will enchant you from the moment you enter the serene outdoor setting. This is tops on my list for one of the best places to start my day.
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Escape from a busy day and relax into a peaceful meal at this quaint outdoor restaurant that will make you feel like you’re a million miles away from it all.
yelp/brendan a.
What could be more cozy than dining in this secret garden tucked inside West Hollywood? Elegant lights and candles create a warm glow in this swanky restaurant perfect for date night.
yelp/dave c.
yelp/lyla h.
Casual comfort food in an elegant garden outdoor space is what you’ll find at Molly’s Souper. Located in a converted Craftsman home turned restaurant, there’s truly nothing more magical than dining in this tranquil garden setting.
yelp/mary w.
Enjoy breakfast and brunch in the outdoors in Laguna Beach where you’ll be surrounded by nothing but lush greenery and fragrant flowers.
yelp/bettina h.
yelp/lea n.
This is the spot to dine when you’re seeking that fairy tale garden elegance that’s right out of a storybook. Whether you’re in the mood for a full meal or just a light appetizer and a bottle of wine, the outdoor space at Eveleigh will make it a night to remember.
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