Entertainment / Food
Oct 17, 2024
It’s patio season in Downtown Arlington
Another summer of unbearable Texas heat has come and gone. It’s time to rejoice, because summer is behind us and beautiful patio weather is ahead of us!
With fall weather finally catching up to the fall season, we couldn’t be more excited to hit up all the patios downtown has to offer (at any time of day)! This time of year, we’re finding any excuse to be outdoors, so here’s your guide to all the great spaces in Downtown Arlington to help you take advantage of this beautiful weather.
Catch a game
Sports are in full swing this time of year. Luckily, many of downtown’s patios offer screens to watch your favorite team play. Catch a Cowboys game on a Sunday throughout the rest of the year. The Dallas Stars and Dallas Mavericks also play various games through December.
- J. Gilligan’s Bar & Grill
- Hurtado Barbecue
- The Grease Monkey Burger Shop & Social Club
- Cartel Taco Bar
- The Tipsy Oak
Munch and mingle
If you’re looking for a place to catch up with friends and grab a bite, Downtown Arlington has a variety of great food options for everybody. From tacos to burgers to barbecue to pizza, we got it all and that’s only scratching the surface. Downtown has several restaurants with outdoor seating where you can try something new, surrounded by unique scenery. As a bonus, places like The Tipsy Oak, Cartel Taco Bar, J. Gilligan’s, and Grease Monkey allow you to brings your dog!
- The Tipsy Oak
- Cafe Americana
- Cartel Taco Bar
- The Hive Daytime Eatery
- Sugar Bee Sweets Bakery
- J. Gilligan’s Bar & Grill
- Kintaro Ramen
- Hurtado Barbecue
- The Grease Monkey Burger Shop & Social Club
- Los Molcas Tacos Bar & Grill
- Cane Rosso Arlington
- Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers
Late night fun
After the sun goes down early, the fun officially begins! Lots of Downtown's bars, breweries and pubs have spacious outdoor seating with many doubling as a pet-friendly environment. Our bars and restaurants don't stop at the bare minimum, several of these spots host live music and events, including Binions Ice House and Division Brewing. Many of these spots are also on our Public Art Path!
Union Worx Coworking is another great spot to relax with furry companions or meet up with friends. If you’re tired of working from home and you need a change of scenery, Union Worx is the perfect place to go.
Though the Levitt Pavilion’s fall season is wrapping up in early November, plan a picnic on the lawn any time! The Levitt lawn, located inside Founder’s Plaza, is a public space available nearly year-round. Founders Plaza is the crown jewel in the revitalization of Downtown Arlington and has become a favorite place for an impromptu picnic lunch, community gatherings and celebrations. Inside Founders Plaza, visitors will find two special areas: the History Garden and the Meditation Grove. The History Garden features historical markers about Arlington and its founders along with native plants. Pick up your lawn chairs, grab your wagons, and lay out your picnic blankets for a beautiful fall night under the stars.
Spend your fall season enjoying the patios of Downtown Arlington!
