Enjoy dining outside in Weld County

Published on August 22, 2024

A backyard barbecue. An empty table with hot dogs grilling in the background.

Eating out can be fun, and the atmosphere of dining outside can bring more to the experience as it lets visitors enjoy fresh air, scenery and the overall feel of a community. In a county as large as Weld that’s home to 32 municipalities, there are many places that offer outside dining. Here are just a few:

The Tavern at St. Michael’s Square – 2918 67th Ave., Greeley

Enjoy a nice day dining on the Tavern’s patio in the heart of St. Michael’s Square. Enjoy a wide selection of burgers, sandwiches, salads and more as well as a long list of cocktails and beer on tap.

The Cow Saloon and Eatery – 800 9th St., Greeley

Take in downtown Greeley at the Cow Saloon and Eatery. Of all the items on the menu, the prime rib special on Thursday features what has been referred to by customers as the “best prime rib in town.”

Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant – 825 9th St., Unit A Greeley

Fajitas, slow-cooked black beans and many other TexMex items are staples of the Rio in Greeley, one of five locations in Colorado.

Cables Pub and Grill – 1923 59th Ave., #105 Greeley 

Grab a table in Cables outdoor seating area and enjoy many different items or the daily specials, including “All You Can Eat” Spaghetti or “Burger Madness.”

Georgia Boys Barbeque, the Smokehouse – 141 Fifth St., Frederick

One of three Georgia Boys’ locations in Northern Colorado, the Smokehouse in Frederick offers southern barbecue favorites. Don’t forget about happy hour specials Tuesday through Friday from 2:30 to 5 p.m.

McCarty’s at the Eaton Country Club – 37661 Weld County Road 39, Eaton

Enjoy the view of rural Weld County, against a golf course and the mountains at McCarty’s at the Eaton Country Club. With a number of different items to choose from, McCarty’s offers an opportunity to get away from the “hustle and bustle” of the city and enjoy great food.

The Hearth Restaurant and Pub – 205 1/2 4th St., Windsor

With a wrap-around deck overlooking Windsor Lake, The Hearth Restaurant and Pub provides scenic views while visitors enjoy craft beers and Italian-style pizza — familiar pizza in New York and Boston that has been brought to Windsor.

 Mash Lab Brewing and Kitchen – 4487 Highland Meadows Pkwy., Windsor

Searching for a dog-friendly outdoor space to enjoy the evening? Stop by Mash Lab Brewing, which features a large patio area. Enjoy a number of comfort foods along with one of 20 beers, all brewed in-house.

The Mirror Image Brewing Company – 5969 Iris Parkway, Unit C Frederick

The Mirror Image Brewing Company offers pizzas with Italian, Chicago, and Detroit-style crusts to go along with many on-tap selections that have received medals from the Great American Beer Festival in recent years.

By Baker Geist, Communications Specialist