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These Patios Are Officially Open for the Season

It's time to eat (and drink) outdoors.

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| Katie Chudy for Eater

As perfect patio days increase in frequency, more restaurants are opening up outdoor dining options for the season. All of the patios on this map have officially opened (although if the weather is iffy, call first before heading over). Updates will be added as spring and summer progress. (Most recent update: May 14, 2015.)

On a related note, several readers have inquired about dog-friendly patio options. Share your intel here.

Note: Patios are listed alphabetically, not ranked.

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American Fresh Taproom

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The tent has been removed for the season, and now Somerville Brewing Company's beer garden is really a beer garden. Live music Fridays and Saturdays, trivia nights, and more. [Photo: Facebook]

Area Four

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Pizza on a wide sidewalk on the edge of grassy Technology Square. [Photo: Provided]

Atwood’s Tavern

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A hidden, plant-filled oasis in East Cambridge. [Photo: Facebook]

Audubon Boston

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Party behind Audubon on the bamboo-bedecked patio. [Photo: Provided]

B&G Oysters

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One of the most romantic patios in the South End. [Photo: Susie Cushner for B&G Oysters]

Back Bay Harry's

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Sidewalk dining under bright umbrellas. [Photo: Facebook]

Barcelona Wine Bar - South End

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Brand new, pleasant plant-lined patio in the South End. [Photo: Facebook]

Battery Park Bar & Lounge

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Battery Park's 100-person patio has heat lamps and a bar of its own. Available 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily, guests can ask their servers for a variety of board games, including Giant Jenga and Colossal Connect Four. Every other Thursday from May 21 to August 27, 2015, $2 Island Creek oysters will be available from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. (or while supplies last). On Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., try the "Weekend Warrior" special for $35 — a bucket of beer and a 16-piece appetizer combo, including boneless Buffalo tenders, mac & cheese bites, "dirty" pretzels, and more. [Photo: Provided]

A lovely sunken patio with twinkling lights. [Photo: Facebook]

It's the first season for this hedge-enclosed 28-seater, which features a fireplace and heating lamps. Chilly at night? They'll give you a sarape to wear. [Photo: Provided]

Bistro du Midi

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A narrow strip of cozy sidewalk with views of the Public Garden. [Photo: Facebook]

Bloc 11 Cafe

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Ivy, sunshine, and coffee: the "blocyard" is open. [Photo: Facebook]

Boston Chops

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Sidewalk steak in the bustling South End. [Photo: Facebook]

Brewer's Fork

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Wood-fired pizzas and an epic beer list on a quiet, brand new Charlestown patio. Lights, heaters, etc. will be added as the season progresses, but the patio is open and waiting for you. [Photo: Provided]

Bronwyn

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Cozy and lively, the Bronwyn biergarten is the perfect place for a beer and a pretzel. Or a full meal. [Photo: Facebook]

Burger Dive

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Burgers and milkshakes on an umbrella-bedecked patio on the edge of Assembly Row. [Photo: Facebook]

Canary Square

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With large garage doors leading out to this Jamaica Plain patio, there are seating options for fresh air under shelter and in the great outdoors. [Photo: Provided by Canary Square]

Cask 'n Flagon

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Outdoor dining and drinking, right in the heart of Fenway. [Photo: Provided]

Catalyst Restaurant

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There's a special menu available only on the patio, featuring pitchers of punch and shareable small plates. [Photo: Provided]

A spacious patio with great views of the Charles. [Photo: Facebook]

A secluded, walled-in patio with plenty of greenery and comfy seats. [Photo: Facebook]

Deep Ellum

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One of Allston's best hidden patios to grab a beer or more. [Photo: Facebook]

Deuxave

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A lovely patio at the junction of Commonwealth Avenue and Massachusetts Avenue. [Photo: Provided]

Devlin's Restaurant

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Lots of space on this Brighton patio, including some high-tops and umbrellas. [Photo: Facebook]

Dosa Factory

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Get your fill of dosa — and plenty of Central Square activity — on this sidewalk patio. [Photo: Facebook]

Earls Kitchen + Bar

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Big umbrellas and an overhanging roof protect diners from the elements. [Photo: Facebook]

El Potro

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Sidewalk dining right in the heart of Union Square. [Photo: Facebook]

Fairsted Kitchen

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The pleasant Brookline patio is now open, and there's a focus on refreshing draft cocktails, courtesy of "spirit whisperer" Will Izasa, recently promoted from head bartender. [Photo: Provided]

Five Horses Tavern

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Just a few tables on the sidewalk, but lively nonetheless. [Photo: Facebook]

Five Horses Tavern

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A sunny piece of sidewalk in the South End. [Photo: Facebook]

Grafton Street Pub

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A wide stretch of Harvard Square sidewalk, flanked by mini trees. [Photo: Provided]