Highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Salem, 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 . 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 Salem 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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#20. Deli House

- Rating: 4.5/5 (48 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 48 Congress St Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: Delis, Sandwiches, Pizza
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#19. Crave

- Rating: 4.5/5 (20 reviews)
- Address: 101 Lafayette St Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Cafes, Bakeries
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#18. Salem's Retreat

- Rating: 4.5/5 (45 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 96 North St Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Bars, Sandwiches
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#17. All Souls Lounge

- Rating: 4.5/5 (52 reviews)
- Address: 282 Derby St Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: Lounges, Hot Dogs, Cocktail Bars
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#16. Dotty & Ray's

- Rating: 4.5/5 (89 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 112 North St Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: American (Traditional), Seafood, Breakfast & Brunch
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#15. Georgia's Pizza

- Rating: 4.5/5 (107 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 28 Norman St Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: Pizza, Food
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#14. Mercy Tavern

- Rating: 4.5/5 (249 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 148 Derby St Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: Comfort Food, Gastropubs, Music Venues
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#13. American Flatbread - Salem

- Rating: 4.5/5 (13 reviews)
- Address: 311 Derby St Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: Pizza, Salad, Vegan
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#12. Spitfire Tacos

- Rating: 4.5/5 (82 reviews)
- Address: 105 Lafayette St Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: Tacos, Tex-Mex
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#11. Back Alley Bacon

- Rating: 4.5/5 (10 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 24 Liberty St Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: Food Trucks, American (New)
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#10. Clam Shack

- Rating: 4.5/5 (250 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 200 Fort Ave Salem Willows Park Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: Seafood, Sandwiches, Fast Food
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#9. A & J King Artisan Bakers

- Rating: 4.5/5 (339 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 48 Central St Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: Bakeries, Coffee & Tea, Cafes
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#8. Super Taco

- Rating: 4.5/5 (12 reviews)
- Address: 179 Fort Ave Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: Mexican
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#7. April's II

- Rating: 4.5/5 (50 reviews)
- Address: 400 Highland Ave Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: American (Traditional), Dominican, Breakfast & Brunch
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#6. Paprika Grill

- Rating: 4.5/5 (184 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2 Liberty St Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: Mediterranean, Turkish, Kebab
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#5. Minzu Sushi

- Rating: 4.5/5 (79 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 142 Canal St Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: Sushi Bars, Japanese
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#4. Settler

- Rating: 5.0/5 (137 reviews)
- Address: 2 Lynde St Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: American (New)
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#3. Tepeyac Cocina Mexicana

- Rating: 5.0/5 (50 reviews)
- Address: 262 Highland Ave Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: Mexican
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#2. Ray Adea's Mediterranean Kitchen

- Rating: 5.0/5 (162 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 90 Lafayette St Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: Mediterranean, Kosher, Vegetarian
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#1. ChezCasa

- Rating: 5.0/5 (61 reviews)
- Address: 97 Bridge St Salem, MA 01970
- Categories: Sandwiches, Salad
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