The newly opened second location of Israeli favorite Motek boasts a generous outdoor patio. It’s located in the Aventura Mall, making it the prime spot to fuel up with dishes like hummus with mushrooms, crispy cauliflower with spicy harissa honey glaze, and the award-winning Arayes burger. Pro-tip, don’t miss the Za’atar French fries and save room for multiple tempting dessert options.

Oenophiles seeking a spot to enjoy a great bottle of wine paired with a small but tasty food selection will not be disappointed by this cafe and natural wine bar in North Miami. Started by a group of friends passionate about food and drink, it boasts an extremely unpretentious vibe that includes a compact bookstore, wine shop, and bakery. Knowing how well pizza pairs with wine means patrons will find some of the tastiest slices (squares) in town here; just be sure to come early before it sells out. The expansive outdoor seating with large tables invites mingling.

Serving brunch Thursday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., this favorite, helmed by husband and wife chefs Akino and Jamila West, wins diners’ hearts with Southern dishes with an Italian influence. Sit in the expansive courtyard under the shade of an enormous Banyan tree while enjoying wild mushroom polenta, lemon ricotta pancakes, or chicken and waffles — all of which are worthy of a return.

It’s no accident that this restaurant’s name means “the gardener” in French. From the vegetable-forward menu to the usage of green throughout the tasteful modern design, the award-winning Design District restaurant (recently awarded a Michelin star) celebrates nature — and that includes an outdoor area for diners to enjoy. Sit in the comfortable garden setting and sample a rotating menu that may include dishes like cauliflower and mascarpone agnolotti with broccoli ginger coulis or sea bass with chimichurri, cipollini onion, and fennel salad.

在邁阿密設計的熱點地區購物者,this Nikkei restaurant on Palm Court Plaza has captured food lovers’ hearts with delicate tiraditos, cebiches, and nigiri. The award-winning spot is the genesis of brother and sister chef duo Nando and Val Chang and their father, Fernando Chang, who never tire of pushing the envelope regarding creativity and flavor.

Joining its sister restaurant in Aventura, this new Wynwood location features a cozy, hidden courtyard loaded with ambiance. Diners can enjoy upscale street tacos (cue in the roasted Brussels sprouts taco or roasted duck) and other Mexican favorites. Cocktail lovers will appreciate the drinks made with freshly-squeezed juices like the pineapple express or the Paloma Fresca. Of course, there’s beer, wine, and sangria for those wanting to keep things simple.

With a straightforward approach to Greek and Turkish cuisine, Doya is a definite go-to destination for outdoor dining. Embracing meze culture with tapas-style portions meant to be shared, dishes like Branzino ceviche, sea beans with garlic yogurt, and turkey pastrami hummus are not to be missed. Wood-fired grilled dishes are plentiful and worth exploring, and the cozy outdoor seating creates this Wynwood restaurant's ideal, intimate ambiance.

The elegant Basque restaurant in the Rubell Museum boasts a verdant outdoor dining area perfect for sipping a glass of one of the many outstanding Spanish wines. Dishes like beet tartare, wild mushroom rice, slow-cooked rack of lamb, and branzino in a regional Bilbaina sauce, transport diners to the Iberian peninsula.

With an expansive outdoor patio seating 75, diners can enjoy over-the-top seafood platters, a wide array of pasta dishes, and chef Vauthy’s award-winning steaks at the Miami Beach favorite. The thoughtfully curated wine list begs for lingering and enjoying alfresco conversations.

Long before this Coconut Grove hotspot underwent an expansion, this local favorite provided lush and ample outdoor seating. Drawing local residents, many of which bring their four-legged friends along, diners can savor Cuban American fare like snapper escabeche (fried fish served in a vinegar-based marinade), masitas (fried pork chunks), and pollo a la Milanese. Brunch is a big draw (and great for people-watching), with favorites like the cast iron pancake and pastelitos in flavors well beyond the traditional guava and cheese.

Coconut Grove’s Peack Garden takes its garden one notch above the rest, including a partnership with Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden and the Million Orchid Project (a program focused on propagating millions of native orchids and other important orchids for reintroduction into South Florida’s urban landscapes). From grilled oysters to a French dip short rib sandwich to cacio e pepe pasta, diners are treated to a varied menu in a secret garden setting.