8 places with outdoor dining around the Heights, River Oaks and Montrose

• 2044 E. T C Jester Blvd., Houston
• www.longweekendtx.com

Azumi

The River Oaks District hot spot offers a stylish patio where guests can enjoy Azumi’s daily happy hour specials with dishes such as discounted sushi rolls, cocktails, sake and wine. On Thursdays, the restaurant offers $2 martini specials.

• 4444 Westheimer Road, Ste. G-130, Houston
• www.azumirestaurant.com/houston

Jax Grill

Guests can snack on menu favorites such as Texas red chili, grilled burgers, chicken-fried steak, burgers and salads, along with lighter bites while relaxing on the outdoor patio.

• 1613 Shepherd Drive, Houston
• www.jaxgrillhouston.com

Johnny Ritas Cocina y Cantina

The Mexican restaurant offers a patio where guests can indulge in margaritas, tequila cocktails and classic dishes like fajitas, tacos and nachos. Happy hour specials include $8 margaritas, palomas and ranch waters, plus $4 beers and a selection of food specials.

• 5602 Fulton St., Houston
• www.johnnyritas.com

Loro Asian Smokehouse & Bar

Loro is an Asian smokehouse and bar that merges Asian and Texas cuisine. Menu items include Crispy Thai Pork Ribs, Crunchy Cabbage Salad and appetizers such as Wonton Chips and Dip. Loro is also known for its boozy slushies, including a frozen espresso martini and a mango sake slushy.

• 1001 W. 11th St., Houston
• www.loroeats.com

Brasserie 19

Nestled in the heart of River Oaks Shopping Center, Brasserie 19's patio hosts monthly events such as Le Brunch de Funk on the last Sunday of the month and themed brunches, including its Aperol Spritz brunch and Rosé Day.

• 1962 W. Gray St., Houston
• www.brasserie19.com

Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette

Enjoy fresh oysters on the patio at Liberty Kitchen, as well as lunch, dinner, weekend brunch and happy hour. The restaurant also offers “Evening Royale,” which it calls reverse happy hour, lasting from 4 p.m. to close on Sundays and Mondays.

• 4224 San Felipe St., Houston
• www.libertykitchenoysterette.com

Da Gama Canteen

Located directly on the Heights Hike & Bike Trail with views of Lawrence Park, the Da Gama patio offers a vibrant setting to explore a menu rooted in Indian and Portuguese heritage.

• 600 N. Shepherd Drive, Ste. 520, Houston
• www.dagamahtx.com

This list is not comprehensive.