Best Places to Dine Outdoors this Summer

One of the best parts of summer is spending time outside. When the winds of winter pass, everyone looks forward to sitting down for a cold drink and great meal outside. For great views of nature and expertly prepared food, check out these best places to dine outdoors this summer.

Borio's Restaurant

For beautiful lakefront dining that's great for families and private parties, check out Borio's Restaurant.

Their outdoor patio and bar goes right out to the banks of Oneida Lake, giving you an epic view whether you're stopping by for lunch, dinner, or a wedding.

If you don't have an upcoming event or banquet that you want to schedule here, swing by for brunch on the weekend. This popular spot offers unparalleled views of the lake while you treat the family to a Sunday breakfast buffet.

There's a great mix of cuisine too. If being on the water has you craving seafood, you're in luck with choices like scallops, clam strips, Canadian salmon, and fresh grilled haddock. If your taste buds want to stay on land you can try a shaved steak or their 1/2lb steer burger.

They know you'll want to enjoy the outdoor space all season, so there's live music on the patio too. Follow them on Facebook to keep up with all their musical acts, events, and delicious specials.

The Brewster Inn

Have you ever dreamed of fine dining in an old mansion and then walking straight out to a dock? At The Brewster Inn you can do just that.

Built in the 1890s as the summer home for industrialist Benjamin Brewster, this enormous house from the Gilded Age rests right on the south shore of Cazenovia Lake. 

Inside you'll find four separate dining rooms that are all well equipped to give you a great night out or handle all your friends and family at a wedding or party.

There really is fine dining to be had at this pristine landmark. An award-winning climate-controlled wine cellar gives you endless options to pair with fancy foods like escargot, rack of lamb, and filet mignon.

After dinner, head outside to enjoy some after dinner drinks from the gazebo bar. Both the bar and the terrace are open at night thanks to delicately hung strings of lights.

And, with lodging available you can make a whole weekend of your time dining on the lake. Visit their Facebook page to get a look at all the latest nightly specials.

Mirbeau Inn & Spa

If you've ever wanted to step into a painting, Mirbeatu Inn & Spa may be what you're looking for. This gorgeous getaway features chateaus and floral designs inspired by the works of French impressionist painter Claude Monet.

With its quaint housing and courtyard that's fitted with its own pod and bridge, you'll think you've been transported to a European villa.

All of it, from the design to the friendly customer service, is geared towards your well-being. That comes through in their menu too. Fresh ingredients and expert care go into everything from their breakfast to dinner and dessert menu. You can even sign up for a cooking class.

After you've enjoyed a nice meal, feel free to explore with a fitness class or rent a boat to head out onto Skaneatles Lake.

Follow them on Facebook to check out all the latest news and events.

Dining Under The Stars

Whether you're looking for waterfront views, classic turn of the century architecture, or the stylings of a relaxing villa, there's plenty of reasons these are the best places to dine outdoors this summer. Our team at Bill Rapp Subaru hopes to see you there!