Try These 10 Massachusetts Restaurants For A Magical Outdoor Dining Experience

This restaurant is located above a gurgling river and offers plenty of outdoor seating. The vibe here is upscale casual and the menu features classic New England fare with a twist. After your meal, stop by the Montague Book Mill just a few feet away. (440 Greenfield Road, Montague)

This charming spot is a working farm with an amazing bakery and restaurant attached. The food here is fresh from the fields and the bucolic setting will relax you almost as fast as you can eat one of their sinfully good doughtnuts or flatbreads. Relax on the porch with your treats or wander the surroundings for a dose of sunshine. (139 Spring Street, Millis)

Sunset Tiki Bar & Grill feels like something straight from the Caribbean, but its actually hiding beside a pond in inland Westport. The tropical vibe here is perfect for an afternoon lunch or fun night out. There’s free beach volleyball, swimming and fun music to complement the awesome eats. (79 Powers Road, Westport)

In the mood for a classy lunch break or romantic dinner? Check out Concord’s Colonial Inn for outdoor dining that will put you in a sunny mood. Their menu is filled with comfort food and classic items like a towering Bloody Mary and impeccable roasted potatoes. The restaurant is housed in one of the most historic structures in Concord, and you might even catch sight of the resident ghost. (48 Monument Square, Concord)

If you’re headed down to the Cape for the weekend (or if you’re a local with a growling belly), head to Sesuit Harbor Cafe in Dennis for a taste of the sea paired with stunning waterfront views. This is the kind of place that offers tasty summer favorites like fried clams and lobster rolls, friendly service and a full roll of paper towels on every picnic table. (357 Sesuit Harbor Neck Road, Dennis)

Looking for a great summer spot to eat outside west of center? While you’re certainly spoilt for choice in terms of outdoor dining in this region of Mass., the Williamsburg Snack Bar is a great casual option. They offer tasty eats at seriously low prices. Though they now operate out of a standalone building rather than a snack cart, this place still offers a lovely patio where you can breathe the fresh air and devour your goodies. (109 Main Street, Haydenville)