If you’re worried about more than just getting stood up by your Tinder date when you dine out, al fresco is is the way to go. Here’s a list of local places where you can eat outdoors, along with their hours.
Aberdeen
High Octane: Sip your coffee at one of their outdoor tables Tuesday-through Thursday from 7 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday from 7 a.m. until 9 p.m., Saturday from 8 a.m. until 9 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Dogs are allowed on the patio.
Lynette’s Bakery and Cafe: This Cuban cafe has added a few outdoor tables, where you can enjoy goods from the walk-up window.
Pinehurst
Pinehurst has recently approved on-street dining from 5-10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights. Check social media for Dugan’s Pub, Ten-Ya, and Drum and Quill for updates.
Elliotts on Linden: Enjoy your meal from Chef Mark and his crew in the open air Monday through Saturday from 4 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.
Elliotts Provisions: Enjoy your favorites from Elliotts Provisions outside Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until 3:30 p.m.
Ironwood Cafe: The patio you know and love is open for lunch Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Brunch hours are Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Dinner hours are Monday through Thursday from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 5 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. Dogs are allowed outside.
Lisi Italian: Get your Lisi on from 4-8 p.m. Monday through Thursday and Friday and Saturday from 4-9 p.m.
Maxie’s Grill & Tap Room: Maxie’s is open from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. on Wednesdays and 11 a.m. until 9:30 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. Dogs are allowed on the patio.
The Market Place: Open for dine-in service; the patio is open as well.
Pinehurst Brewing Company: Pinehurst Brewing Co. is open from 4 until 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, from 11 a.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday and from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. on Sunday. Dogs are allowed on the beer garden patio.
The Roast Office: The Roast Office is open Monday through Saturday from 6:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Sundays from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Ryder Cup Lounge: The Ryder Cup Lounge is open every day from 11:30 a.m. until 11 p.m.
The Deuce: Eat your buffalo chicken salad al fresco and take in a view of the green from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
Drum & Quill Public House: Drum & Quill is open from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.
Theo’s Taverna: Dine outside in the picturesque village of Pinehurst.
Southern Pines
195 American Fusion: 195 is open for lunch Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Their dinner hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 5:30 until 9:30 p.m. Dogs are allowed on the patio.
The Bell Tree Tavern: The Bell Tree is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. until 12 a.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. until 10 p.m. Dogs are allowed on the patio.
Betsy’s Crepes: Inhale a Pedro crepe at Betsy’s outside Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Sundays from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Dogs are allowed outside.
Broad Street Bakery: Dine-in is available, as is patio dining. Dogs are welcome outside.
CharBar No. 7: CharBar No. 7’s patio is open every day from 11:30 a.m. until 9 p.m.
Chapman’s: Chapman’s Food & Spirits has reopened downtown, with both indoor and outside seating.
Fish Co.: Get your sushi on while people watching downtown Monday through Saturday from noon until 8 p.m. Dogs are allowed outside.
Five Guys: Consume a bag of fries the size of your head every day from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. Dogs are not allowed on the patio.
Full Moon Oyster Bar: Full Moon Oyster Bar is open Monday through Thursday from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. and Sunday from 11:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. Dogs are not allowed on the patio.
The Ice Cream Parlor: The outdoor tables at this DTSP spot are open Monday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. until 9 p.m. and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. until 7 p.m. Dogs are allowed outside.
IHOP: Because sometimes your town is fancy enough to have an IHOP with outdoor seating. They’re open every day from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m. Dogs are not allowed on the patio.
Kickback Jacks: Kickback Jacks is open every da from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m.
The Leadmine: Dine al fresco at The Leadmine. They’re open Tuesday through Saturday from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Dogs are allowed outside.
Midland Bistro: Midland Bistro is open for breakfast Monday through Saturday from 8:30-11:30 a.m.; open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.
The Sly Fox: The Sly Fox is open Monday through Saturday from 11:30 a.m. until 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. Dogs are allowed on the patio.
SoPies: SoPies is open Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m., Friday & Saturday from 11 a.m. until 2:30 a.m. and Sunday from noon until 9 p.m. Dogs are allowed outside.
Sweet Basil: Sweet Basil is open Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. and Saturday from 11:30 a.m until 3 p.m. Dogs are allowed outside.
Thyme & Place: Thyme and Place is open for dine-in and takeout, and has a nice, shady patio.
Wedgies: Wedgies is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. until 4 pm. and Sunday from 11 am. until 3 p.m.
Wolcott’s: Wolcott’s is open Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 4:30 until 8 p.m. Dogs are allowed outside.
Whispering Pines
Whispering Pies: Whispering Pies is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. and Sunday from noon until 8 p.m. Dogs are allowed outside.
Carthage
Buggy Town: This local favorite has appropriately placed outdoor seating.
Pik N Pig: Pik N Pig is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. and from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Sunday. Dogs are allowed on the patio.
Did we miss your favorite spot for dining al fresco? Email hello@itsthesway.com and let us know. Check out our full list of restaurants offering dine-in and takeout services here.
