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8 Best Gilbert Patio Restaurants

Get ready for patio season!

Patio season is something special in Arizona. Once the temperatures finally begin to drop, an ordinary dinner outside can feel like its own little event. I knew I had to nail down the best patio restaurants in Gilbert with specific criteria.

Of course, saying a restaurant “has a patio” only tells us so much. In Arizona, we also need to know whether that patio has shade, ceiling fans, misters or heaters. Those details can make the difference between enjoying a leisurely dinner outside and immediately asking to move indoors.

The best patio also depends on what kind of evening you’re planning. Sometimes you want rooftop cocktails or an upscale seafood dinner. Other nights call for a bottle of wine, somewhere to bring the dog or a casual outdoor meal with the kids.

See you next week!