Looking for the best outdoor patio for your next meal? It is an experience that shouldn’t be missed. The fresh air, natural light, and stunning surroundings add a touch of enchantment to any dining experience. It’s a great way to break out of the ordinary indoor dining routine and enjoy a refreshing change of scenery. Whether it’s brunch, lunch, dinner, or just a drink, an outdoor patio is the ideal spot to unwind and relax. Check out these outdoor patios in Grove City, Ohio.
Grove City has a DORA area where you can move from outdoor patio to patio with a drink in your hand; read more about the DORA here.
Cimi’s Bistro
One of central Ohio’s finest outdoor dining areas is found at Cimi’s Bistro, overlooking the rich green rolling golf course. Voted as one of Columbus’ best outdoor patios, this bougie outdoor space needs to make your summer list of places to eat. Italian fare coupled with live music from 6p-9p on Thursdays and Fridays starting in May through the end of August, Wine & Dine Wednesdays where kids eat for 50% off and bottles of wine and glass pours are 20% off, and Sunday Brunch makes this patio an outdoor destination to return to again and again.
Tip: Seating on the patio is by reservation only. Book your reservation by visiting their website, calling 614.539.0722, or booking through OpenTable.
Blu Willy’s
Locally owned and situated in the heart of Grove City, patio seekers will find Blu Willy’s. Known for their two-handed juicy burgers, this hometown joint is a local favorite. While you are there to enjoy the outdoor dining, make sure to go inside to see the mural painted above the door in honor of their dog whose name was Blu, and their dad William or “Willy.” Owners said, “We lost them both shortly before opening, and we chose the name Blu-Willys to honor and remember them.”
Town Center Pub
If there is one patio that the Grove Citians love to head to its Town Center Pub, where you can drink like the locals! Follow them on the socials and plan your next night out. Themed nights are the favorite when laughter and fun fill the whole pub, inside and out. From drink specials and pool to karaoke, trivia night, and BINGO – Town Center Pub is always a good time!
Grove City Brewing Company/Plum Run Winery
Grove City Brewing Company & Plum Run Winery offers a cozy environment, perfect for locals and visitors alike. Plus this is one of the only places that house a brewery and winery under one roof! There is plenty of people watching to do while you sit on the dog-friendly patio and sip a beer or wine flight. Be sure to check out what is on their menu as they are always coming up with tasty new items.
Plank’s on Broadway
The Plank’s on Broadway’s patio in Grove City is one of the most historic restaurants in town. While lunch and dinner are always fantastic at Plank’s, their nightly specials are one of the best meals to enjoy on the patio. Grab yourself a drink from their bar and savor the sunshine! (Check in for the Visit Grove City Pizza Trek while you are here!)
Broadway Plates & Pints
The newest patio on Broadway is at Broadway Plates & Pints. Home of Comedy Night, Boozy Bingo, 16 rotating taps, 14 large TVs, and more. Plus their menu has a little something for everyone. Choose from yummy burgers, fresh salads, crunchy calzones, and wings with house made sauces. This is never a wrong choice. (Check in for the Visit Grove City Pizza Trek while you are here!)
TIP: Catch the Official Crew Games on screen here and Hop Yard 62!
Hop Yard 62
Beer drinkers rejoice because your patio has been found! Hop Yard 62 is a hop lovers’ paradise. Live music and food trucks grace the outside each weekend, creating an upbeat ambiance. Grab a flight and sit with other craft brew lovers. Celebrating a birthday? Hop Yard 62 is the only place where you can get a BEER CAKE! #drinklocal
Mona’s Eats and Treats
Mona’s Eats and Treats is an iconic place for an outing to experience summertime ice cream on an outdoor patio. Every spring Mona’s opens for the summer to serve up some of Grove City’s finest ice cream and treats. Happy faces fill the patio while every bite is savored! From hand-dipped cones to mega-sized banana splits, this warm-weather favorite needs to make your summer patio bucket list! Don’t forget to turn into a see how many scoops you are or grab your friends and turn into a banana split 😝
It’s hard not to love beautiful weather, dog-friendly dining, and the live music that comes with eating outdoors. Not only are they an added option to the dining landscape, but they bring families and friends together in our reimagined urban areas. So where are you eating and drinking first? Share your outdoor dining adventures with us by using the hashtag #VisitGroveCity
Outdoor Dining Tip: Pick someone who always says “yes” to scoping out the dessert menu!
