We can’t guarantee blue skies and balmy breezes. But if fresh-air dining is on your to-do list, we can point you toward a few of our favorite patios, decks, and outdoor dining rooms.
In no particular order, they include:
The Baricelli Inn (2203 Cornell Rd., 216-791-6500). Short of a trip to the Italian countryside, this Little Italy mainstay can’t be beat for soaking up a summery vibe. Surrounded both by luxurious plantings and the neighborhood’s handsome architecture, an umbrella’d table here is ideal for alfresco noshing. Among best bets, don’t miss the artisanal meat boards, the perfectly appointed cheese plates, or the petite pastas. …
This article appears in May 14-20, 2008.