Best Outdoor Dining Restaurants in Boerum Hill
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
French Louie
Modern French bistro with strong cocktails and a garden patio.
Notable Picks
#1
French Louie
8.5
French Louie is a modern French-American bistro at the crossroads of Boerum Hill and Brooklyn Heights, known for steak frites, a strong raw bar and a leafy back patio. Locals use it for dates, pre-Barclays dinners and relaxed neighborhood celebrations where cocktails and comfort dishes both matter.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak frites, Crème brûlée French toast, Bananas Foster profiteroles
What Makes it Special: Modern French bistro with strong cocktails and a garden patio.
#2
Bedouin Tent
8.4
Family-owned since 1989, Bedouin Tent is a Boerum Hill mainstay for Middle Eastern stuffed pitas, dips, and grilled meats served in a casual tented dining room and backyard. Locals rely on it for hand-stretched pita, falafel, and lamb-heavy plates that feel homey rather than polished, with steady praise across decades of reviews.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fresh-baked pita with hummus and baba ghanoush, Falafel platter with salads, Spiced lamb kebab or lamb sandwich
What Makes it Special: A decades-old, family-run Middle Eastern spot with house-made pita and a backyard tent that feels transportive.
8.3
Verde on Smith is a bustling Smith Street standby where lasagna alla bolognese shares the spotlight with brunch plates and cocktails. The brick-walled space and outdoor seating make it as useful for daytime meetups as it is for casual Italian dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Homemade lasagna alla bolognese, Pappardelle al ragù, Fried calamari
What Makes it Special: High-energy Italian spot where lasagna and brunch both draw regulars.
#4
Savelli
8.3
Savelli is a newer Italian restaurant and bar on Smith Street that leans into polished pastas, pizzas, and a serious wine list in a warmly lit room. It feels tailored for date nights and small celebrations, with a garden patio that softens the bustle of the surrounding streets.
Must-Try Dishes:
Margherita pizza, Funghi pizza, Chocolate lava cake
What Makes it Special: Smith Street’s modern Italian dining room where wood-fired pizzas, house pastas, and a strong bar program make it feel more polished than a typical neighborhood joint.