Minnesotans know exactly how precious patio season is — and Edina delivers some of the best outdoor dining in the Twin Cities metro. Spread across three distinct districts (50th & France, Galleria Edina, and Southdale Center) plus Centennial Lakes Park, these ten patios offer the ideal backdrop for brunches, date nights, long summer dinners, and everything in between.
1. Tavern on France
Centrally located along France Avenue, Tavern on France features an outdoor bar surrounded by fire pits — making it a go-to from the first warm day of spring straight through cool September evenings. "It's regularly voted the best patio by our readers," says Edina Magazine editor Angela Johnson. "It's enclosed, so you're not hearing traffic." Signature cocktails include the Minneapolis Mule and the Rosénade, paired with elevated comfort food and wood-fired pizza.
2. Pittsburgh Blue
The upscale steakhouse at Galleria Edina opens its seasonal patio each summer with a menu built for lingering. Signature dishes include prime rib French dip, wagyu beef cheek pappardelle with truffle cream, and naturally aged filet mignon. The Butcher's Sampler is a crowd-pleaser for groups — premium cuts and specialty sides, family-style.
3. Thérèse
Chef Daniel del Prado's French brasserie at 50th & France — named after his mother — brings a personal, soulful touch to every plate. Settle onto the patio for beef tartare with horseradish buttermilk sauce, a decadent burger layered with chicken liver pâté, or seasonal gems like stinging nettle risotto.
4. Bellecour
Chef Gavin Kaysen's beloved Francophile café serves laminated pastries, exceptional espresso, and Lyon-inspired small plates. The jambon baguette is a study in minimalist excellence. Bellecour also boasts the exclusive Dirty French Burger — a cult favorite that originated at Kaysen's flagship before finding a permanent home here. The café's outdoor seating is ideal for a leisurely weekend morning.
5. Wooden Hill Brewing Company
Edina's first brewery blends casual neighborhood energy with a serious craft-beer program. The patio benefits from large windows and a glass garage door that creates seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Co-founder Sean Ewen calls it "a great place to meet up." Look for Code 3 Juicy IPA, French River Saison, gourmet burgers, and in-house craft soda on the menu.
6. Good Earth
Above the bustle of Galleria Edina, Good Earth's foliage-draped pergola patio offers shade and panoramic views of the surrounding streetscape. The menu leans seasonal and locally sourced — summer salads with farm-fresh ingredients are a signature, alongside fresh juices, smoothies, and organic wines. A genuinely restorative spot.
7. CōV Edina
CōV's nautical-themed patio channels Nantucket — cozy couches around a fire pit, cocktails worth lingering over, and a menu that leans hard into the sea. Standouts include jumbo lump crab cakes, grilled or fried mahi tacos, sushi, and the cioppino stew loaded with North Atlantic lobster, scallops, and shrimp.
8. Ciao Bella
Located just on the Edina-Bloomington border, Ciao Bella puts an emphasis on handcrafted dishes built from local ingredients. The turkey burger with basil aioli and brick-roasted chicken are regulars, while the dessert menu — housemade gelato, molten chocolate cake, tiramisu, and the signature Limonetta Bella pie — makes it easy to stay a while.
9. Pinstripes
Pinstripes sits right on the edge of Centennial Lakes Park, its Adirondack-lined patio offering views of the lake and fountains. It's an Italian-American bistro with bocce, bowling, and wood-fired pizza — casual enough for families, polished enough for date night. Angela Johnson notes it's especially magic during the Edina Art Fair in June, when the park fills with artists and visitors.
10. Town Hall Station
A converted gas station with genuine community character, Town Hall Station pours Minneapolis-brewed beers on tap and serves what they call "road food" — wild rice burgers, Oklahoma smashed burgers, Juicy Lucy, and tricked-out tacos. Angela Johnson calls it "a charming little place" with "a neighborhood feel" that's walkable from a good chunk of Edina. The award-winning Pitstop Cherry Lager is worth the trip alone.






