If you're anything like us, you'd happily spend your whole life basking in the warm glow of the summer sunshine, and luckily for you, these bars and restaurants are letting you do just that. We've rounded up some of the best places for alfresco drinks in Birmingham, from chic eateries fronting sleek terraces to a whole world of beautiful beer gardens and romantic rooftops to add to your bucket list.
Last updated on 26th May 2023
Transport to Italy this summer with Riva Blu's eye-catching alfresco space. Sip on glasses of wine or a spritz while tucking into the most delicious eats - think everything from lobster linguine and wood-fired pizza to steak and truffle cheesy fries.
Gosta Green is a relaxed pub that really comes into its own when the weather heats up. Popular with students from the neighbouring university, the beer garden here is always packed during the spring and summer months.
Known for its cracking selection of craft ales and tasty handmade pizzas, The Birmingham Stable is a popular restaurant in the heart of the city. In the summer months, head to the front terrace area to soak up some vitamin D and sink pints while chowing down on sumptuous slices.
Searching for pretty places to drink outside? Edgbaston pub The White Swan is fronting a gorgeous alfresco terrace, ideal for whiling away your afternoons tucking into excellent food and an extensive cocktail selection.
Take your drinking outside over at Tennis Court, where you'll uncover a sprawling beer garden just waiting to be enjoyed. Saddle up to one of the picnic benches to take advantage of the glorious sunshine, not to mention the fantastic selection of food and tipples.
One of the best pubs to drink outside in Birmingham, this city centre spot is set to be a real suntrap come the summertime. Catch up with friends and family on their outdoor tables with a fresh pint in hand and a plate of something tasty.
Fancy a bit of alfresco drinking in Birmingham? The Clifden is giving you everything you need for an epic evening outside. Along with a beer garden, the venue slings out street eats, freshly pulled pints and quiz nights.
Serving a huge range of craft ales, classic cocktails and long drinks, the Bristol Pear in Selly Oak is the ideal haunt for outdoor drinking. Grab a table on their streetside terrace and watch the world go by as you sip on pocket-friendly pints.
Situated in Birmingham, The Red Lion is a brilliant outdoor spot to head to if you're looking to sit in the sun while tipping back a pint of lager. Plus, the venue slings out scrumptious scran of burgers, roasts and beer battered haddock.
For a fabulous outdoor restaurant in Birmingham city centre, Browns is the place for a break from the bustle of the shopping district. Serving modern British cuisine and handcrafted cocktails, you can bask in the relaxed atmosphere from the outside terrace, which looks out on some of the city's most notable landmarks.
A fab canalside spot, The Distillery is a mecca for gin lovers and sun-seekers. Spread over two floors inside, you'll find tasty food in their dining room, alongside a working gin still. The bit you're here for though is its enormous terrace, perfect for a brew or two when the weather is beaut.
If you're looking for outdoor drinks in Birmingham this season, The Rectory is a top spot to hit up. The St Paul's Square bar is home to a cute courtyard space that comes complete with heaters, pretty plants and cracking pints of beer.
A top-notch venue, Luna Springs is putting in a bid to be the best beer garden in the city. Taking over from the old arena, this sprawling alfresco space is bringing together cocktails, craft brews and a huge programme of live events and entertainment.
A venue worth buzzing about, Slug and Lettuce is a fun and friendly cocktail spot ready to host you during those toastier months. If you're based closer to the city centre though, you can also find a pretty canalside location at their Brindleyplace venue.
Hunting for weekend spots to relax in? The Pitcher & Piano is the canalside haunt to head to during the warmer months. The large bar and restaurant promise affordable bottomless brunches, botanical cocktails and pretty views over the water.
Boasting a cracking beer garden and plenty of pints, Dead Wax Digbeth is a great place for an alfresco affair. Enjoy munching on stone-baked pizzas while soaking up the sun and checking out the venue's huge range of vinyl records.
A brilliant rooftop bar in Birmingham, The Button Factory is the hotspot for all seasons. A perfect place for post-work pints and tasty food, this Jewellery Quarter favourite also offers a covered terrace where you can sip on swish spritzes and watch the world from above.
For alfresco drinks and pretty surrounds, this Brindleyplace haunt is quite the stunner. A steakhouse and Champagne lounge on the top of The Cube, the rooftop restaurant fronts a chic terrace, perfect for those summertime date nights.
One of the city's most popular post-work haunts, The Canal House is a dreamy spot for drinks with a view in Birmingham. With a sprawling beer garden right on the water's edge and a first floor terrace to lounge on, this fun pub has got space for all.
A venue that needs no introduction, this craft beer pub on John Bright Street offers a collection of pavement tables perfect for catching up with friends and family, or enjoying a few quiet drinks on a sunny day. Pair your pints with messy wings and delish burgers.
Nowhere does craft beer like The Dark Horse does. The charming Moseley boozer offers a regularly rotating selection of sips and a gorgeous terrace area, perfect for those sunny days and balmy nights. If you get peckish, there's a slew of burgers to tuck into.
The best outdoor cafe in Birmingham, Ju Ju's Cafe is seriously a stunner when it comes to alfresco affairs. Kick back in its patio area and split a bottle of wine or a few of their signature cocktails. We recommend trying the Sex on the Canal and the Brummie Mary.
A former Art Deco townhouse near the botanical gardens, The High Field is one of the best spots for alfresco drinks - think Aperol spritz and excellent vino. Offering up a lush, green garden complete with two terraces, the Edgbaston pub has space for you and all your mates.
When it comes to outdoor dining pods in Birmingham, it doesn't get any better than Craft English Garden. Along with top-notch cuisine and refreshing gin drinks, you can also admire its floral decor, outside terrace and warming fire pits for when the weather cools down.
Just when you thought this big kid's playground couldn't get any better, they front one seriously massive beer garden as well. The Roxy Ball Room is an excellent alfresco affair, thanks to its sprawling alfresco terrace situated in the heart of Digbeth.
A must-visit for Digbeth haunts, Birdies' outdoor space is a fun and colourful boozer ideal for all times of the year. While fully heated and covered to save you from any drizzle, the watering hole is set to be a popular spot when the sun finally arrives.
While it may be known for wild parties and live music events, The Mill boasts a stunning rooftop garden. While listening to tunes, you and your pals can tip back mixed drinks or refreshing beer - fab for a bit of pre-drinking before a concert.
A sprawling outdoor bar in Digbeth, Zumhof Biergarten is the party-ready spot to spend your summer. Load up on delicious street food from their onsite vendors, washed down with a craft beer from the venue's huge selection.
Head over to Resorts World where this all-weather terrace is ready and waiting to welcome you with panoramic views and top-notch tipples every day of the year. For the best outdoor dining in Birmingham, Sky By The Water is bringing you cocktails, secret gardens and more.
With two beautiful, leafy spaces to choose from, it's no wonder The Village is one of the most fabulous alfresco bars in Birmingham. From their cutesy garden brimming with booths and topiary, to the tree-propped tables out front; grab a bevvie and soak up the sun.
One of Birmingham's best-kept secrets, this unique hidden rooftop is the only place to seek out when the sun's out. Sitting pretty above the Jewellery Quarter, this dinky outdoor drinking den offers beautiful views and a slick array of seasonal sips.
