Ready for a sunny outdoor brunch, Seattle?
After a chilly winter, Seattle is more than ready to get outside and enjoy summer. There’s no better way to do that than by indulging in a leisurely brunch out in the fresh air and sunshine. Luckily, there is no shortage of outdoor brunch spots in Seattle.
No matter which neighborhood you find yourself in, you’ll be able to take your pick of patios to on which to sip coffee (or a cocktail!) and chow down on chicken and waffles while people-watching and soaking up that rare Seattle sun. It wasn’t easy narrowing it down but we prioritized the places with the most delicious food, picturesque patios, and inviting ambiance.
Here are our top picks for brunch spots with outdoor seating in Seattle:
1. Arthur’s, West Seattle
Arthur’s is an all-day cafe in West Seattle offering Australian-style food and drink. They have a decent amount of tables and tree shade out front. They open at 9:00 a.m. on the weekends.
šLocation: 2311 California Ave SW
2. Kamp Social House, Madison Valley
Kamp Social House serves brunch every Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Their menu is a mix of New American and Caribbean flavors and you can finish off your meal with soft serve. Their patio is pup-friendly!
šLocation: 2800 E Madison St
3. Citizen Collective, Lower Queen Anne
Eat and play at Citizen Collective which has a sun-drenched patio as well as their Campfire Beer Garden, which is about to reopen for spring. They have an extensive breakfast menu and excellent cocktail selections.
šLocation: 706 Taylor Ave N
4. Skillet, Capitol Hill
This iconic Seattle diner chain serves up comfort food like no other. You’ll find all of the brunch classics on their menu that is filled with food from local farms, in addition to cocktails and local brewery beers on tap.
Skillet opens at 7:00 a.m. for all-day breakfast every day. The outdoor seating at their Capitol Hill location is limited, however, so if it’s a gorgeous Sunday and you want to enjoy your mimosa outside you might want to make a reservation.
šLocation: 1400 E Union St
5. Terra Plata, Capitol Hill
You can’t beat Terra Plata’s rooftop patio for a sunny weekend brunch. This farm-to-table offers delicious Mediterranean fare. Its heated rooftop patio is fully covered in case of rain but also has open air sides for airflow, so you’ll be comfortable no matter what the weather. Make a reservation here. Brunch is served on Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
šLocation: 1501 Melrose Ave
6. Nue, Capitol Hill
Nue’s globally-inspired menu is just as eclectic as their indoor decor (which is worth taking a peek at even if you’re sitting outside). We recommend their signature spicy Chengdu fried chicken wings with waffles and their South African Sunny Bunny, which is chicken, Indian masala, and an egg served in an epic bread bowl. And don’t forget to order the Vietnamese coffee.
Nue offers brunch seven days a week. They save most of their seating for walk-ins, but you can also make a reservation here.
šLocation: 1519 14th Ave
7. Marination, Columbia City & West Seattle
Marination blends Asian flavors with Pacific Northwest staples. Their menu includes drool-worthy items like chicken and waffles and breakfast tacos. They have a location with a waterfront view in West Seattle, and another location in Columbia City.
Brunch is from 9:00 to 2:00 on Saturday and Sunday, and you can check out their entire menu here.
šLocation: 3714 S Hudson St
8. Dreamland Bar & Diner, Fremont
Dreamland in Fremont has an incredible high-concept patio dubbed Carnelian Bay. Their Saturday drag brunch is incredibly popular and sells out weeks in advance, so make sure to plan ahead for that. See the drag brunch schedule.
šLocation: 3401 Evanston Ave N
9. Bounty Kitchen, Queen Anne
With their location in Queen Anne, Bounty Kitchen supplies Seattle with fresh, local, organic meals. Best of all, their brunch is served all day, every day (they open at 10:00 a.m.). Whether you order a hearty breakfast sandwich or the gluten-free griddle cakes, you’ll leave feeling truly nourished. Find more details here.
šLocation: 7 Boston Street
10. Oddfellows, Capitol Hill
Step into Oddfellows’ brick-lined back patio and you’ll feel like you found Seattle’s best-kept brunch secret. The vibe is equally cool inside, and the food and cocktails will have you coming back for more.
Oddfellows opens at 9:00 a.m. for weekend brunch and reservations are available.
šLocation: 615 19th Ave E
11. The White Swan Public House, South Lake Union
If you want to brunch by the water in SLU, head to the dockside patio at The White Swan Public House. Their sustainable seafood menu is great for when you want to liven up your brunch routine with a smoked salmon bagel or some comforting seafood chowder.
Brunch is on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. You can get a reservation here . Check out their brunch menu here.
šLocation: 1001 Fairview Ave N
12. Pablo y Pablo, Wallingford
This popular PNW-inspired Mexican restaurant and bar has a generous amount of covered outdoor seating for sunny weekend brunch. It’s also worth noting that their patio is very dog-friendly! After scarfing down a brunch of Mexican-inspired staples, you’ll want to take your furry friend over to nearby Gasworks Park to continue enjoying the nice weather.
See Pablo y Pablo’s brunch menu here.
šLocation: 1605 N 34th St
13. Harry’s Beach House, West Seattle
Another fantastic brunch option for our West Seattle friends, Harry’s Beach House is located on Alki Beach. You can enjoy the scent of the Puget Sound while sitting at one of their outdoor tables. The menu matches the nautical theme, with oysters, shrimp cocktail, and smoked salmon Benedict joining more traditional brunch classics. They open at 9:00 a.m. on the weekends for brunch. You can see their full hours and make a reservation here.
Hot top: You can also find a great brunch with outdoor seating at their Capitol Hill sister restaurant, Harry’s Fine Foods.
šLocation: 2676 Alki Ave SW
Happy brunching, Seattle!
Featured image via oddfellowscafe.com