Embrace the chill and enjoy the season with Lehigh Valley’s best spots for outdoor dining this winter! From cozy patios with fire pits to heated igloos and twinkling lights, these restaurants offer unforgettable dining experiences under the open sky. Bundle up, gather your friends, and discover the charm of winter al fresco!
Notch Modern Kitchen & Bar
5036 Hamilton Blvd., Allentown, PA
The fusion cuisine at Notch ranges from juicy pork dumplings and bao buns to “Drunken Bolognese” and fish and chips with kimchi coleslaw. They also go the extra mile on outdoor seating, with an intentional “Cozy Corner” prix fixe menu just for the patio. Though covered and heated, the space is open-air, so bring your hats and scarves—that brisk winter air makes Notch’s Winter Asian Fondue all the more satisfying!
Switchback Pizza Company
525 Jubilee St., Emmaus, PA
Enjoy a cozy and delicious winter dining experience at Switchback Pizza Company in Emmaus! Their outdoor setup features heated tents, perfect for savoring their wood-fired pizzas, fresh salads, and other locally inspired dishes while staying warm and comfortable. It’s the ideal spot to embrace the season with great food and a welcoming atmosphere.
Sage Alley Brewery & Grille
213 N. Main St., Coopersburg, PA
Tucked away in Coopersburg, Sage Alley Brewery & Grille is a veteran-owned establishment with limited Thursday through Sunday hours (now offering Friday lunch specials) and a varied collection of brews. With a custom heated enclosure, the 40-by-60-foot patio accommodates up to 40 guests. Warm-up with homemade soup, unique brews, and a toasty panini.
Porter's Pub
700 Northampton St., Easton, PA
Porter’s Pub in Easton wears its name well, hunkered-down and dimly lit with rough stone walls. But for those looking for more headspace and fresh air, a roomy beer garden is available for dinner service only. Inside a heated and walled tent, it’s popular on weekends and hosts live music Wednesday and Thursday nights.
Eight Oaks Farm Distillery
7189 Route 309 New Tripoli, PA 18066
Enjoy farm fresh food and spirits at Eight Oaks Farm Distillery, who partners with Tre on the Farm for a delicious locally-sourced food menu that changes seasonally. Try a couple of small plates for the table and add on a main dish like the Southern Pimento Burger—if it's still on the menu when you visit. The permanent tent at the farm should keep the cold away — but order up an apple hot toddy (pictured below) in case you need extra warmth.
Grille 3501
3501 Broadway, Allentown, PA
Grille 3501 boasts a lofty and breathtaking atmosphere inside this wood-beamed and high-windowed four-season indoor-outdoor porch and mezzanine. Try the incredible cocktails and a fusion menu fit for that special date night. On busier nights additional tent space comes into play.
Braveheart Highland Pub
430 Main St., Hellertown, PA
With its old-world tavern charm, Braveheart Highland Pub is your go-to spot for classic Scottish dishes like haggis and hearty bangers and mash, along with a variety of other delicious offerings. Their newly added deck offers a cozy outdoor dining experience, thoughtfully warmed and covered for comfort during the colder months.
Copperhead Grille
5737 Rt. 378, Bethlehem, PA
Copperhead Grille, a local favorite on 378, has upped its outdoor game with a massive 2,000-square-foot patio! Grab your wings, nachos, or sizzling fajitas and catch the game outside, no need to step foot inside. It’s the perfect spot to hang out, chow down, and enjoy all the action in the fresh air!
Three Oak Steakhouse
323 Northampton St., Easton, PA
OAK’s glass-enclosed rooftop bar in downtown Easton, PA offers an outdoor dining experience without the chill. Hanging string lights and fire pit tabletops provide a cozy vibe in the winter months. Enjoy a cocktail up top before venturing downstairs to the 128-seat multi-floored restaurant for a steak dinner.
People watching, main streets, picturesque settings, and fresh air are key to Lehigh Valley's best sun-drenched patios, "parklets," and rooftop tables.
