There’s something special about taking in a meal while enjoying the air outside, and it could even contribute to your happiness, particularly if there are plants around. During the pandemic, having outdoor seating was a lifeline for many restaurants, allowing them to operate both takeaway and dine-in services.
Many also used the opportunity to show off their personality with decor and furniture that fit their vibe. Are you partial to a luxurious fake garden? Or are you more into lawn chairs and tiki vibes?
Globally, many people may have associated the outdoor dining experience with the cafes of European cities or street food stalls in Asia. Travelers and locals alike often spend hours sipping coffee and eating delicious and cheap food. In the U.S., outdoor seating can take the form of small tables, semi-private nooks, or communal-style seating for the masses, like at a beer garden. Key to a good outdoor table is shade from the sun and, in urban settings, walls or barriers that can cut down on fumes and noise from nearby car traffic.
Restaurants may also play up other perks—like having a great view. The coronavirus pandemic also increased demand for outdoor heaters so restaurants could keep serving meals outside in the colder seasons. All these adjustments have led to more Americans rediscovering the pleasures of dining al fresco, away from the noise inside.
While a good chunk of pandemic-era outside seating may have shrunk back since the return to “normal,” many restaurants still have their prized patio tables ready for patrons. Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Corvallis using data from Yelp. Rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list.
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#30. Squirrel’s Tavern
– Rating: 4.0/5 (119 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 100 SW 2nd St Corvallis, OR 97333
– Categories: Bars, American (Traditional), Hot Dogs
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#29. El Palenque
– Rating: 4.0/5 (65 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 1845 NW Circle Blvd Corvallis, OR 97330
– Categories: Mexican
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#28. Crystals Cuisine & Cafe
– Rating: 4.0/5 (103 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 1425 NW Monroe Ave Ste E Corvallis, OR 97330
– Categories: Middle Eastern, Greek
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#27. Papa Murphy’s
– Rating: 4.5/5 (4 reviews)
– Address: 5278 SW Philomath Blvd Corvallis, OR 97333
– Categories: Pizza
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#26. Block 15 Brewing
– Rating: 4.5/5 (899 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 300 SW Jefferson Ave Corvallis, OR 97333
– Categories: American (New), Breweries, Pubs
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#25. La Rockita
– Rating: 4.5/5 (140 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 922 NW Circle Blvd Ste 130 Corvallis, OR 97330
– Categories: Mexican
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#24. Common Fields
– Rating: 4.5/5 (29 reviews)
– Address: 545 SW 3rd St Corvallis, OR 97330
– Categories: Food Trucks, Mediterranean
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#23. The Brass Monkey
– Rating: 4.5/5 (77 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 130 SW 1st St Corvallis, OR 97333
– Categories: American (New), Burgers, Sandwiches
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#22. Fifth Street Growlers
– Rating: 4.5/5 (10 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 215 SW 5th St Corvallis, OR 97333
– Categories: Sandwiches, Sports Bars
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#21. khalo Naser
– Rating: 4.5/5 (19 reviews)
– Address: 115 NW Jackson Ave Corvallis, OR 97330
– Categories: Middle Eastern
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#20. Old World Deli
– Rating: 4.5/5 (93 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 341 SW 2nd St Ste 4 Corvallis, OR 97333
– Categories: Delis
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#19. Little Morocco
– Rating: 4.5/5 (125 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 517 SW 2nd Ave Ste 104 Corvallis, OR 97333
– Categories: Middle Eastern, Halal, Moroccan
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#18. First Alternative Natural Foods Co-op
– Rating: 4.5/5 (29 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 2855 NW Grant Ave Corvallis, OR 97330
– Categories: Grocery, Delis, Organic Stores
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#17. Yummy Yummy
– Rating: 4.5/5 (46 reviews)
– Address: 930 NW Kings Blvd Corvallis, OR 97330
– Categories: Chinese
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#16. La Santa Pub
– Rating: 4.5/5 (8 reviews)
– Address: 820 NW 9th St Unit 101 Corvallis, OR 97330
– Categories: Pubs, Latin American
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#15. Cheesy Stuffed Burgers
– Rating: 4.5/5 (122 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 453 Madison Ave Corvallis, OR 97333
– Categories: Burgers
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#14. Lupe’s
– Rating: 4.5/5 (50 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 2047 NW Monroe Ave Corvallis, OR 97330
– Categories: Bars, Latin American, Dance Clubs
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#13. Ryko’s Asian Delicacy
– Rating: 4.5/5 (28 reviews)
– Address: 425 SW Madison Ave Ste B Corvallis, OR 97333
– Categories: Asian Fusion, Korean
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#12. Castor Kitchen & Bar
– Rating: 4.5/5 (122 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 458 SW Madison Ave Corvallis, OR 97333
– Categories: Bars, American (New), Southern
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#11. Upper Deck Sports Pub
– Rating: 4.5/5 (6 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 175 SW Twin Oaks Cir Corvallis, OR 97333
– Categories: Pubs, Sports Bars, American (Traditional)
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#10. Tacos El Machin
– Rating: 4.5/5 (54 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 544 SW 4th St Corvallis, OR 97333
– Categories: Mexican, Food Trucks
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#9. Del Alma
– Rating: 4.5/5 (241 reviews)
– Price level: $$$
– Address: 136 SW Washington Ave Ste 102 Corvallis, OR 97333
– Categories: Latin American, Caribbean, Cocktail Bars
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#8. Orient Yang
– Rating: 4.5/5 (11 reviews)
– Address: 1420 NW 9th St Corvallis, OR 97330
– Categories: Chinese
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#7. Baguette
– Rating: 4.5/5 (325 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 121 SW 3rd St Corvallis, OR 97333
– Categories: Sandwiches
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#6. The Australian Meat Pie Shop
– Rating: 4.5/5 (61 reviews)
– Address: 134 Sw 4th St Corvallis, OR 97333
– Categories: Australian, Desserts, Breakfast & Brunch
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#5. Max’s Food and More
– Rating: 4.5/5 (7 reviews)
– Address: 2475 NW 9th St Corvallis, OR 97330
– Categories: Cocktail Bars, Mexican
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#4. Tian Fu DIY Hotpot
– Rating: 4.5/5 (158 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 1425 NW Monroe Ave Ste F Corvallis, OR 97330
– Categories: Chinese, Noodles, Hot Pot
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#3. 4 Chicken and Waffles
– Rating: 5.0/5 (11 reviews)
– Address: 126 SW 4th St Corvallis, OR 97333
– Categories: Gluten-Free, Waffles, Chicken Shop
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#2. Miguel’s Mexican Cuisine
– Rating: 5.0/5 (11 reviews)
– Address: 520 SW 4th St Corvallis, OR 97330
– Categories: Food Trucks, Mexican
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#1. Pupuseria Del Valle
– Rating: 5.0/5 (12 reviews)
– Address: 545 SW 3rd St Corvallis, OR 97333
– Categories: Salvadoran, Comfort Food
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