Highest-rated Restaurants With Outdoor Seating in Lafayette, Indiana, According to Yelp

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Highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Lafayette, Indiana, 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 Lafayette 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. Buttery Shelf Eatery

- Rating: 4.5/5 (15 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 927 Main St Lafayette, IN 47901
- Categories: American (Traditional)
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#29. Banh Mi Eatery

- Rating: 4.5/5 (77 reviews)
- Address: 1201 S 4th St Lafayette, IN 47905
- Categories: Vietnamese, Sandwiches
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#28. John Purdue Room

- Rating: 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 900 W State St West Lafayette, IN 47907
- Categories: American (New)
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#27. Copper Moon Hi Vine Cafe

- Rating: 4.5/5 (6 reviews)
- Address: 302 Vine St Ste 110 West Lafayette, IN 47906
- Categories: Bakeries, Coffee Roasteries, Cafes
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#26. Panchis tacos

- Rating: 5.0/5 (3 reviews)
- Address: 2415 Sagamore Pkwy S Lafayette, IN 47905
- Categories: Mexican
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#25. Lkora Fastfood

- Rating: 4.5/5 (10 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 184 Farabee Dr Lafayette, IN 47905
- Categories: Food Trucks, Fast Food, Mexican
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#24. Escape Velocity Brewing

- Rating: 4.5/5 (45 reviews)
- Address: 405 Sagamore Pkwy S Ste A2 Lafayette, IN 47905
- Categories: Breweries, Vegan, Vegetarian
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#23. East End Grill

- Rating: 4.5/5 (474 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1016 Main St Lafayette, IN 47901
- Categories: American (New), Bars
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#22. Budges Drive In

- Rating: 4.5/5 (36 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1102 N 14th St Lafayette, IN 47904
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Burgers
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#21. Azzip Pizza

- Rating: 4.5/5 (89 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 105 Farabee Dr S Ste B Lafayette, IN 47905
- Categories: Pizza
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#20. D&R BBQ & Catering

- Rating: 4.5/5 (117 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 135 N Creasy Ln Lafayette, IN 47905
- Categories: Caterers, Barbeque
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#19. The Pickle

- Rating: 4.5/5 (65 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 914 Union St Lafayette, IN 47904
- Categories: Salad, Pizza, Wraps
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#18. Las Brazas Taqueria

- Rating: 4.5/5 (51 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2601 Teal Rd Lafayette, IN 47905
- Categories: Tacos
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#17. Mango Loco

- Rating: 4.5/5 (18 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1440-3 Sagamore Pkwy N Lafayette, IN 47904
- Categories: Mexican, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
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#16. Pizza Uncommon

- Rating: 4.5/5 (53 reviews)
- Address: 1522 Win Hentschel Blvd West Lafayette, IN 47906
- Categories: Pizza
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#15. D&R Market

- Rating: 4.5/5 (75 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 105 N Creasy Ln Lafayette, IN 47905
- Categories: Grocery, Specialty Food, Barbeque
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#14. EMT Foodtruck

- Rating: 4.5/5 (13 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: Lafayette, IN 47901
- Categories: Food Trucks, Comfort Food, Soul Food
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#13. Bao Dumpling

- Rating: 4.5/5 (9 reviews)
- Address: 111 S River Rd Ste D West Lafayette, IN 47906
- Categories: Chinese
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#12. Sacred Grounds

- Rating: 4.5/5 (48 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 724 Wabash Ave Lafayette, IN 47905
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Music Venues, Cafes
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#11. Chaparritos

- Rating: 4.5/5 (18 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1185 Sagamore Pkwy W West Lafayette, IN 47906
- Categories: Mexican, Food Trucks
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#10. Jersey Mike's Subs

- Rating: 4.5/5 (13 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 210 S Creasy Ln Ste 2150 The Pavilion Lafayette, IN 47905
- Categories: Sandwiches
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#9. Sweet Revolution Bake Shop

- Rating: 4.5/5 (97 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 109 N 5th St Lafayette, IN 47901
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Bakeries, Breakfast & Brunch
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#8. The Eleventh House

- Rating: 4.5/5 (17 reviews)
- Address: 409 S 4th St Lafayette, IN 47901
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches, Bagels
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#7. Krüg Corner Pub

- Rating: 5.0/5 (5 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 900 Kossuth St Lafayette, IN 47905
- Categories: Desserts, Brewpubs, Tapas/Small Plates
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