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

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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 . 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鈥攍ike 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. compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Albany using data from . 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. Rosanna's Italian Kitchen

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#30. Rosanna's Italian Kitchen

- Rating: 4.5/5 (60 reviews)
- Address: 23 Dove St Albany, NY 12210
- Categories: Italian, Tapas/Small Plates, Pasta Shops
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#29. Umana Yana

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#29. Umana Yana

- Rating: 4.5/5 (327 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 240 Washington Ave Albany, NY 12210
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Ethiopian, Caribbean
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#28. Bar Vegan

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#28. Bar Vegan

- Rating: 4.5/5 (9 reviews)
- Address: 205 Lark St Albany, NY 12210
- Categories: Tapas/Small Plates, Cocktail Bars
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#27. Pastina

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#27. Pastina

- Rating: 4.5/5 (16 reviews)
- Address: 11 Colvin Ave Albany, NY 12206
- Categories: Italian
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#25. Greek On the Run

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#25. Greek On the Run

- Rating: 4.5/5 (13 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 58-94 Washington Ave Albany, NY 12210
- Categories: Food Trucks, Greek
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#24. Josie's Table

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#24. Josie's Table

- Rating: 4.5/5 (45 reviews)
- Address: 1475 Western Ave Stuyvesant Plz Albany, NY 12203
- Categories: American (New), Bars, Seafood
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#23. Dutch's Place

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#23. Dutch's Place

- Rating: 4.5/5 (8 reviews)
- Address: 462 Albany Shaker Rd Albany, NY 12211
- Categories: American (Traditional), Pizza
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#22. City Line Cafe & Deli

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#22. City Line Cafe & Deli

- Rating: 4.5/5 (8 reviews)
- Address: 1144 Broadway Albany, NY 12204
- Categories: Salad, Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches
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#21. El Rey Mexitalia

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#21. El Rey Mexitalia

- Rating: 4.5/5 (22 reviews)
- Address: 215 Western Ave Albany, NY 12203
- Categories: Mexican, Italian, Chicken Wings
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#20. Pellegrino M Importing

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#20. Pellegrino M Importing

- Rating: 4.5/5 (53 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1197 Central Ave Albany, NY 12205
- Categories: Grocery, Delis, Imported Food
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#19. Ragonese Italian Imports

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#19. Ragonese Italian Imports

- Rating: 4.5/5 (75 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 409 New Scotland Ave Albany, NY 12208
- Categories: Specialty Food, Delis, Sandwiches
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#18. Son of Egg

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#18. Son of Egg

- Rating: 4.5/5 (131 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 418 Madison Ave Albany, NY 12210
- Categories: Sandwiches, Korean, Asian Fusion
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#17. Albany War Room Tavern

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#17. Albany War Room Tavern

- Rating: 4.5/5 (12 reviews)
- Address: 42 Eagle St Albany, NY 12207
- Categories: Bars, Sushi Bars, Steakhouses
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#15. Subculture Vegan Deli & Provisions

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#15. Subculture Vegan Deli & Provisions

- Rating: 4.5/5 (23 reviews)
- Address: 227 Lark St Albany, NY 12210
- Categories: Delis, Gluten-Free, Vegan
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#14. Eggy's Place

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#14. Eggy's Place

- Rating: 4.5/5 (48 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1 Erie Blvd Albany, NY 12204
- Categories: Food Trucks, Breakfast & Brunch, Sandwiches
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#13. Wizard Burger

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#13. Wizard Burger

- Rating: 4.5/5 (38 reviews)
- Address: 74 N Pearl St Albany, NY 12207
- Categories: Burgers
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#12. Fiorello Importing & Luigi's Deli

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#12. Fiorello Importing & Luigi's Deli

- Rating: 4.5/5 (42 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1182 Western Ave Albany, NY 12203
- Categories: Italian, Delis
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#10. Banh Mi 47

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#10. Banh Mi 47

- Rating: 4.5/5 (55 reviews)
- Address: 74 N Pearl Street Albany Ny Albany, NY 12207
- Categories: Vietnamese
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#9. Kane's Hot Dogs on Wheels

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#9. Kane's Hot Dogs on Wheels

- Rating: 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Address: 15 Wolf Rd Albany, NY 12205
- Categories: Hot Dogs
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#8. Elhariri Hot Food

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#8. Elhariri Hot Food

- Rating: 5.0/5 (8 reviews)
- Address: 301 Ontario St Albany, NY 12208
- Categories: Fast Food, Halal, Chicken Wings
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#7. The Cobblestone Lunch Shoppe

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#7. The Cobblestone Lunch Shoppe

- Rating: 5.0/5 (30 reviews)
- Address: 37 Maiden Ln Albany, NY 12207
- Categories: Sandwiches, Soup, Salad
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#6. The Cheese Traveler

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#6. The Cheese Traveler

- Rating: 5.0/5 (200 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 540 Delaware Ave Albany, NY 12209
- Categories: Cheese Shops, Sandwiches, Beer, Wine & Spirits
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#5. Stella Del Mare

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#5. Stella Del Mare

- Rating: 5.0/5 (21 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 123 Madison Ave Albany, NY 12202
- Categories: Italian, International Grocery, Delis
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#4. The Lark Street Tavern

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#4. The Lark Street Tavern

- Rating: 5.0/5 (6 reviews)
- Address: 453 Madison Ave Albany, NY 12210
- Categories: Venues & Event Spaces, Barbeque, Cocktail Bars
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#3. Charcoal Dole

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#3. Charcoal Dole

- Rating: 5.0/5 (7 reviews)
- Address: Albany, NY 12205
- Categories: Caterers, Barbeque
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#2. Fresh N' Pressed

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#2. Fresh N' Pressed

- Rating: 5.0/5 (10 reviews)
- Address: 456 Madison Ave Albany, NY 12208
- Categories: Sandwiches, Breakfast & Brunch, Salad
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