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Al fresco dining / eating outdoors in Cheltenham
Our guide to 75+ places to eat outside in Cheltenham.
There are plenty of bars, cafés and restaurants that provide diners with the opportunity to eat al fresco in Cheltenham. Enjoy beautiful Regency views of The Promenade or overlook our gardens and parks whilst enjoying food and drinks.
The three main districts for al fresco dining in Cheltenham are The Brewery Quarter, Regent Street and Montpellier. Many of the restaurants in The Brewery Quarter offer outdoor dining space, including Pho, The Alchemist, Mowgli and Flight Club.
On a dry summer’s day, all the outdoor dining areas on Regent Street will be busy with diners enjoying the sunshine, including The Find, WoodKraft and KIBOU. If you wander down Cambray Place, you will find Tailors Eating House and Mr Cambray's Curiosity, both offering sunny hotspots to drink and dine.
If you are looking for something low key, Huffkins Bakery boasts an outdoor seating area on the bustling Promenade, with a fantastic array of lunchtime foods and all-day snacks.
In Montpellier, there are many alfresco dining choices, including The Ivy with views of Montpellier Gardens. Head down to Chaplais Kitchen for delicious pizzas on their terrace.
Dining on the terrace of Cheltenham's only rooftop restaurant and bar, The Nook on Five, is an unmissable treat. At Imperial Square, you will also find Sef Steakhouse and Belgrave House Settebello, where you can dine in their unique orangery.
Other stylish al fresco options include the beautiful outdoor space at No. 131, with seating under the leaf-lined avenue of the Upper Promenade, and Queens Summer Garden, an outdoor sanctuary offering live music on Saturdays, along with bottomless Prosecco and afternoon tea.
A short drive from Cheltenham town centre, there are many al fresco dining options, including Dunkertons Cider Bar, The Langton and The Exmouth Arms.
Hotels outside the town centre, including Ellenborough Park, The Greenway and Cowley Manor, also offer alfresco dining options with scenic countryside views.
For a comprehensive list of 75+ places to eat outdoors in Cheltenham keep scrolling.
For more inspiration check out our guide - Beer Gardens in Cheltenham
