Highest-rated Restaurants With Outdoor Seating in Fort Smith, According to Yelp

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Highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Fort Smith, according to Yelp

Theres 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 Fort Smith 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.

#30. Thai Garden Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5/5 (8 reviews)
- Address: 4611 Towson Ave Fort Smith, AR 72901
- Categories: Thai
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#29. Yellow Umbrella

- Rating: 4.5/5 (13 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1608 S Greenwood Ave Fort Smith, AR 72901
- Categories: Burgers
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#28. R & R's Curry Express

- Rating: 4.5/5 (94 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1525 Rogers Ave Fort Smith, AR 72901
- Categories: Indian
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#27. The Artistic Bean

- Rating: 4.5/5 (33 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 615 Garrison Ave Fort Smith, AR 72901
- Categories: Coffee Roasteries, Bakeries, Wraps
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#26. The Egg of Fort Smith

- Rating: 4.5/5 (103 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3801 Planters Rd Fort Smith, AR 72908
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Cafes, American (Traditional)
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#25. Donut Palace

- Rating: 4.5/5 (21 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4101 Rogers Ave Fort Smith, AR 72903
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Donuts
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#24. El Nayarita

- Rating: 4.5/5 (9 reviews)
- Address: 1206 N 11th St Fort Smith, AR 72901
- Categories: Mexican, Seafood
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#23. Neumeier's Rib Room

- Rating: 4.5/5 (100 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 424 Garrison Ave Fort Smith, AR 72901
- Categories: Barbeque, Bars, Music Venues
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#22. Patrick's Butcher Boy Burgers

- Rating: 4.5/5 (114 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4300 Rogers Ave Fort Smith, AR 72903
- Categories: Burgers, American (Traditional), Food Stands
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#21. Wok N Eggrolls

- Rating: 5.0/5 (3 reviews)
- Address: 9501 Rogers Ave Fort Smith, AR 72903
- Categories: Asian Fusion
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#20. Mexican Tacos Don Lalo

- Rating: 5.0/5 (3 reviews)
- Address: 3722 North O St Fort Smith, AR 72904
- Categories: Food Stands, Tacos
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#19. Miguel's Taqueria

- Rating: 4.5/5 (32 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1719 Rogers Ave Fort Smith, AR 72901
- Categories: Mexican
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#18. Saga

- Rating: 4.5/5 (14 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4900 Rogers Ave Ste 103j Fort Smith, AR 72903
- Categories: Ramen, Sushi Bars
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#17. El Mariachi Mexican Grill

- Rating: 5.0/5 (3 reviews)
- Address: 2700 S Zero St Fort Smith, AR 72908
- Categories: Mexican
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#16. Las Americas

- Rating: 4.5/5 (117 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1806 Zero St Fort Smith, AR 72901
- Categories: Mexican, Salvadoran
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#15. Bonnie's Dairy Freeze

- Rating: 4.5/5 (17 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5400 Midland Blvd Fort Smith, AR 72904
- Categories: Burgers, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Sandwiches
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#14. The Rialto Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5/5 (20 reviews)
- Address: 720 Garrison Ave Fort Smith, AR 72901
- Categories: Seafood, Sandwiches, Steakhouses
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#13. La Mesa

- Rating: 4.5/5 (28 reviews)
- Address: 6500 Hwy 271 S Fort Smith, AR 72908
- Categories: Mexican
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#12. Asian Cafe

- Rating: 4.5/5 (11 reviews)
- Address: 7110 Rogers Ave Ste 112 Fort Smith, AR 72903
- Categories: Asian Fusion, Thai
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#11. Paizi's Gyros Mediterranean Grill

- Rating: 4.5/5 (93 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3110 S 74th St Fort Smith, AR 72903
- Categories: Mediterranean
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#10. Thai Chicken Bowl

- Rating: 4.5/5 (155 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2100 Rogers Ave Fort Smith, AR 72901
- Categories: Thai
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#9. Nara Chicken

- Rating: 4.5/5 (16 reviews)
- Address: 2815 Grand Ave Fort Smith, AR 72901
- Categories: Mediterranean
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#8. Moka Joe's Cafe & Coffee

- Rating: 4.5/5 (15 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 9207 Hwy 71 S Ste 1 Fort Smith, AR 72916
- Categories: Cafes
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#7. Fried Rice 2

- Rating: 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Address: 3802 Towson Ave Fort Smith, AR 72901
- Categories: Thai
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#6. Pupuseria Virolena

- Rating: 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1517 N 11th St Fort Smith, AR 72901
- Categories: Salvadoran
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#5. Diamond Head Restaurant 2

- Rating: 5.0/5 (25 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1901 Midland Blvd Fort Smith, AR 72904
- Categories: Chinese, Vietnamese, American (Traditional)
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#4. Asian Kitchen Express

- Rating: 5.0/5 (24 reviews)
- Address: 3842 Midland Blvd Fort Smith, AR 72904
- Categories: Laotian, Thai, Chinese
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#3. Sakuu Asian Bakery & Deli

- Rating: 5.0/5 (24 reviews)
- Address: 4620 Rogers Ave Ste 105 Fort Smith, AR 72903
- Categories: Bakeries, Bubble Tea, Sandwiches
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