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16 Sheltered Spots for Dining Outdoors in Miami When It Rains

Rain, rain, go away

by Olee Fowler@oleefowler Updated Jan 20, 2022, 10:30am EST

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by Olee Fowler@oleefowler Updated Jan 20, 2022, 10:30am EST

Miami’s weather is one of the most enviable traits the city has — making patio dining possible all year long. But, it also makes diners subject to the never predictable South Florida weather including torrential downpours that occur almost daily in the Magic City.

Below are 16 spots that will shield diners from the unpredictable South Florida weather year round.

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Shuckers Waterfront Bar & Grill

Shuckers is where locals get together with friends to enjoy casual seafood, endless rounds of draft beer, strong drinks, and shareable orders of Caribbean cracked conch, black Chilean mussels, grilled cheese, fish tacos, and dolphin fingers. Plenty of covered outdoor seating is available, which overlooks beautiful water views. Parking is ample and the dress code is nonexistent.

1819 79th Street Causeway, North Bay Village, FL 33141

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Ironside Pizza

This longstanding Italian favorite, nestled inside the up-and-coming Ironside complex, has long been a favorite for classic, perfectly-charred Neapolitan style pizzas that boast the right combination of crunch and chew. Its newly revamped digs adds even more covered outdoor seating, while the restaurant keeps with its BYOB roots encouraging guests to bring their favorite bottle of vino to pair with its large assortment of pizza pies.

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7580 NE 4th Ct, Miami, FL 33138

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Andiamo! Brick Oven Pizza

Housed inside a former tire shop, this neighborhood pizza staple boasts plenty of covered outdoor seating to protect guests from even the most brutal of Miami elements. For all the pizza junkies hankering for more than the ordinary cheese, pepper and mushroom toppings, opt for the make-your-own pizza and choose from an assortment of daily-delivered toppings, like pancetta, prosciutto, eggplant and broccoli rabe, just to name a few.

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5600 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33137

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Vista Restaurant

Grab a seat at Vista’s colorful and charming patio — where somehow no matter the temperature or the weather it always feels cool and breezy — and dine on dishes with Italian with Miami influences like calamari with sesame salt, crudo with mango salad, Maltagliati pasta with brisket, poblano pesto gnocchi, and snapper a la plancha.

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5020 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137

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Amara at Paraiso

Michael Schwartz’s restaurant sits directly on Biscayne Bay and showcases stunning views that can be seen from the expansive patio area. But even when the weather turns sour, most of the seats are covered and the menu is still worth checking out filled with items like its short rib empanadas, yucca cheese puffs, grilled red snapper, and its surf-and-turf parradilla.

3101 NE 7th Ave, Miami, FL 33137

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Bakan

This Mexican-inspired outpost in the heart of Wynwood, features a variety of regional Mexican dishes and a large assortment of mezcal and tequila offerings all in its well-covered outdoor patio that prevents guests from too much heat or rain.

2801 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33127

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Le Chick Miami

A little rain won’t stop Le Chick. The Amsterdam implant serves up fried chicken and decadent burgers no matter how bad the weather is thanks to its retractable roof positioned over the patio. Get the Royale with cheese if a burger is on the brain or have a little bit of everything and order the ‘Why Not’ platter that comes with pork ribs, fried chicken, rotisserie chicken, a mountain of onion rings, and special sauces for each.

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310 NW 24th St, Miami, FL 33127

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The Butcher Shop Beer Garden & Grill

Since its opening in 2013, Butcher Shop has successfully served as a butcher shop, beer garden, and popular eatery with most of its seating in the outdoor patio that is fully covered to spare guests from the elements. The menu features hearty comfort food like burgers where the bacon and cheese are mixed directly into the patty and hot German pretzels served with cheese sauce.

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165 NW 23rd St, Miami, FL 33127

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Verde

Grab a seat at Verde’s expansive covered patio overlooking Biscayne Bay and dine on dishes like prosciutto pizza, its popular chicken under a brick, and grilled salmon. Of course leave room for dessert as its chef Hedy Goldsmith brings back her popular pastries to the restaurant.

1103 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132

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Macchialina

Dine on well-executed Italian classics like braised short-rib lasagna, branzino, veal Milanese, in Macchialina’s ample outdoor dining area dubbed “il Giardino” offering plenty of fully covered dining that holds up to Miami’s not-so-predictable weather.

820 Alton Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139

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Garcias

This classic Miami spot that overlooks the Miami River has been serving up freshly caught — right off the boat in some cases — seafood for more than 50 years. And diners can grab a bite on its first or second floor patios that both boast cover from the rain.

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501-599 NW 5th St, Miami, FL 33128

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Orilla Bar & Grill

This South American fusion outpost on Miami Beach serves up favorites like spicy beef empanadas, crispy arancini, bucatini pasta, and a variety of steaks seared on the charcoal grill, all in a sexy tropical outdoor space that is fully covered for those occasional sudden showers.

426 Euclid Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

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Il Gabbiano

This swanky spot located in Downtown Miami sits right on the water in the back of the unsuspecting One Miami condo building that boasts a fully covered patio area. It’s one of those places with impressive white glove service that keeps guests coming back. Expect a large bread basket, chunks of Parmesan cheese, bruschetta, and fried zucchini to appear before menus are even opened or any ordering has taken place.

335 S Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33131

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Monty's Raw Bar

Monty’s is a place to eat cracked conch, sip an inexpensive cocktail on a dock open to the sea breeze, and watch the boats glide by. The fact that is offers ample covered patio seating is just a plus.

2550 S Bayshore Dr, Miami, FL 33133

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Fiola Miami

Uber-chic Coral Gables eatery Fiola is still bringing its top notch service and Italian fair to diners thanks to its well covered outside seating. From caviar to white truffles to a wagyu ribeye, the high-end dishes are worth the splurge.

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1500 San Ignacio Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33146

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Latin House

Diners can grab a seat a Latin House’s new outdoor patio cheekily named “El Patio,” which is fully covered from the elements. While dining, opt from options like a hearty plate of tacos, pig “wings,” chicken tenders, elote, and even keto-friendly dishes, all without having to worry about the rain.

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8695 SW 124th Ave, Miami, FL 33183

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Shuckers Waterfront Bar & Grill

1819 79th Street Causeway, North Bay Village, FL 33141

Shuckers is where locals get together with friends to enjoy casual seafood, endless rounds of draft beer, strong drinks, and shareable orders of Caribbean cracked conch, black Chilean mussels, grilled cheese, fish tacos, and dolphin fingers. Plenty of covered outdoor seating is available, which overlooks beautiful water views. Parking is ample and the dress code is nonexistent.

1819 79th Street Causeway, North Bay Village, FL 33141

Visit Website

Ironside Pizza

7580 NE 4th Ct, Miami, FL 33138

This longstanding Italian favorite, nestled inside the up-and-coming Ironside complex, has long been a favorite for classic, perfectly-charred Neapolitan style pizzas that boast the right combination of crunch and chew. Its newly revamped digs adds even more covered outdoor seating, while the restaurant keeps with its BYOB roots encouraging guests to bring their favorite bottle of vino to pair with its large assortment of pizza pies.

Open in Google Maps

7580 NE 4th Ct, Miami, FL 33138

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Andiamo! Brick Oven Pizza

5600 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33137

Housed inside a former tire shop, this neighborhood pizza staple boasts plenty of covered outdoor seating to protect guests from even the most brutal of Miami elements. For all the pizza junkies hankering for more than the ordinary cheese, pepper and mushroom toppings, opt for the make-your-own pizza and choose from an assortment of daily-delivered toppings, like pancetta, prosciutto, eggplant and broccoli rabe, just to name a few.

Open in Google Maps

5600 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33137

Visit Website

Vista Restaurant

5020 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137

Grab a seat at Vista’s colorful and charming patio — where somehow no matter the temperature or the weather it always feels cool and breezy — and dine on dishes with Italian with Miami influences like calamari with sesame salt, crudo with mango salad, Maltagliati pasta with brisket, poblano pesto gnocchi, and snapper a la plancha.

Open in Google Maps

5020 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137

Visit Website

Amara at Paraiso

3101 NE 7th Ave, Miami, FL 33137

Michael Schwartz’s restaurant sits directly on Biscayne Bay and showcases stunning views that can be seen from the expansive patio area. But even when the weather turns sour, most of the seats are covered and the menu is still worth checking out filled with items like its short rib empanadas, yucca cheese puffs, grilled red snapper, and its surf-and-turf parradilla.

3101 NE 7th Ave, Miami, FL 33137

Visit Website

Bakan

2801 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33127

This Mexican-inspired outpost in the heart of Wynwood, features a variety of regional Mexican dishes and a large assortment of mezcal and tequila offerings all in its well-covered outdoor patio that prevents guests from too much heat or rain.

2801 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33127

Visit Website

Le Chick Miami

310 NW 24th St, Miami, FL 33127

A little rain won’t stop Le Chick. The Amsterdam implant serves up fried chicken and decadent burgers no matter how bad the weather is thanks to its retractable roof positioned over the patio. Get the Royale with cheese if a burger is on the brain or have a little bit of everything and order the ‘Why Not’ platter that comes with pork ribs, fried chicken, rotisserie chicken, a mountain of onion rings, and special sauces for each.

Open in Google Maps

310 NW 24th St, Miami, FL 33127

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The Butcher Shop Beer Garden & Grill

165 NW 23rd St, Miami, FL 33127

Since its opening in 2013, Butcher Shop has successfully served as a butcher shop, beer garden, and popular eatery with most of its seating in the outdoor patio that is fully covered to spare guests from the elements. The menu features hearty comfort food like burgers where the bacon and cheese are mixed directly into the patty and hot German pretzels served with cheese sauce.

Open in Google Maps

165 NW 23rd St, Miami, FL 33127

Visit Website

Verde

1103 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132

Grab a seat at Verde’s expansive covered patio overlooking Biscayne Bay and dine on dishes like prosciutto pizza, its popular chicken under a brick, and grilled salmon. Of course leave room for dessert as its chef Hedy Goldsmith brings back her popular pastries to the restaurant.

1103 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132

Visit Website

Macchialina

820 Alton Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Dine on well-executed Italian classics like braised short-rib lasagna, branzino, veal Milanese, in Macchialina’s ample outdoor dining area dubbed “il Giardino” offering plenty of fully covered dining that holds up to Miami’s not-so-predictable weather.

820 Alton Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Visit Website

Garcias

501-599 NW 5th St, Miami, FL 33128

This classic Miami spot that overlooks the Miami River has been serving up freshly caught — right off the boat in some cases — seafood for more than 50 years. And diners can grab a bite on its first or second floor patios that both boast cover from the rain.

Open in Google Maps

501-599 NW 5th St, Miami, FL 33128

Visit Website

Orilla Bar & Grill

426 Euclid Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

This South American fusion outpost on Miami Beach serves up favorites like spicy beef empanadas, crispy arancini, bucatini pasta, and a variety of steaks seared on the charcoal grill, all in a sexy tropical outdoor space that is fully covered for those occasional sudden showers.

426 Euclid Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Visit Website

Il Gabbiano

335 S Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33131

This swanky spot located in Downtown Miami sits right on the water in the back of the unsuspecting One Miami condo building that boasts a fully covered patio area. It’s one of those places with impressive white glove service that keeps guests coming back. Expect a large bread basket, chunks of Parmesan cheese, bruschetta, and fried zucchini to appear before menus are even opened or any ordering has taken place.

335 S Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33131

Visit Website

Monty's Raw Bar

2550 S Bayshore Dr, Miami, FL 33133

Monty’s is a place to eat cracked conch, sip an inexpensive cocktail on a dock open to the sea breeze, and watch the boats glide by. The fact that is offers ample covered patio seating is just a plus.

2550 S Bayshore Dr, Miami, FL 33133

Visit Website

Fiola Miami

1500 San Ignacio Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33146

Uber-chic Coral Gables eatery Fiola is still bringing its top notch service and Italian fair to diners thanks to its well covered outside seating. From caviar to white truffles to a wagyu ribeye, the high-end dishes are worth the splurge.

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1500 San Ignacio Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33146

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Latin House

8695 SW 124th Ave, Miami, FL 33183

Diners can grab a seat a Latin House’s new outdoor patio cheekily named “El Patio,” which is fully covered from the elements. While dining, opt from options like a hearty plate of tacos, pig “wings,” chicken tenders, elote, and even keto-friendly dishes, all without having to worry about the rain.

Open in Google Maps

8695 SW 124th Ave, Miami, FL 33183

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