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Spots with outdoor seating

Fresh air makes every meal taste better.

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Updated May 2026
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Chicken shop

Small chicken shop offers flavorful fried chicken with varied spice levels and unique sauces. Quiet patio provides private outdoor seating away from street noise. Casual atmosphere focuses on quick service and large portions for a satisfying meal.

A small patio sits in the back, offering a quiet spot away from the main street noise. Seating is private, with no shared tables, and the area stays clean and welcoming.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be amazing and delicious."

"The patio is a great spot in the back."

"I had the best chicken sandwich I ever tasted."

Good to know

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Fyrebird offers a college discount for El Co students.

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Parking is relatively easy on Fridays after work.

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Fyrebird offers a variety of flavors and spice levels for sandwiches, tenders, and wings.

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Outdoor seating shines with picnic tables and umbrellas offering shade and calm vibes. Upbeat music lifts the mood while guests enjoy affordable burgers and snacks. Sunshine and fresh air make it a pleasant spot despite some dust exposure.

A clean outdoor seating area offers a pleasant spot to enjoy meals. Music and sunshine add to the relaxed atmosphere during dining.

People are saying

"I found the food tasty and the prices good."

"I thought the chicken sandwich was huge and really good."

"I loved the fresh, huge spicy chicken sandwich and garlic fries."

Good to know

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The combo meal costs $8 and includes fries and a drink.

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Expect a 25-minute wait for a whole pizza during peak hours.

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They offer many specials and discounts throughout the week.

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Mediterranean restaurant

Large covered patio offers gazebo-like outdoor seating with fans that blow hot air on warm days. Space suits families and client meetings with a calm, quiet vibe and semi-outdoor design that keeps it peaceful despite traffic noise.

A large covered patio offers outdoor seating in a gazebo-like structure. Fans blow hot air, making it less cool on warm days.

People are saying

"The food here is amazing, fresh, and perfectly prepared."

"The Mediterranean food here is so fresh and tasty."

"I enjoyed the large covered patio seating here."

Good to know

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The restaurant offers large portion sizes for reasonable prices.

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Expect some confusion during busy hours due to food pickup system.

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The patio has limited cooling options, only a fan available.

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Japanese grocery store

Japanese grocery store offers authentic products and a sushi conveyor belt in a mini food court. Spacious, covered outdoor seating welcomes dogs and provides a casual dining spot. Clean, organized layout creates a friendly, immersive atmosphere.

A spacious, covered outdoor seating area offers plenty of room to dine comfortably. The outdoor food court allows for casual meals, and dogs are welcome in the outdoor dining space.

People are saying

"This grocery store has a great selection of Japanese food and ready-to-eat options."

"It's a fun experience with unique Japanese items and games to explore."

"The outdoor seating area is spacious and covered, perfect for bringing your dogs."

Good to know

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Discounts on selected food items are available after 6pm.

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Sushi is 20% off after 7pm.

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EBT is accepted for purchases.

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Cocktail bar

Cozy dive bar buzzes with live music and a friendly crowd enjoying karaoke and dancing. Quiet corners with board games invite relaxed chats. Outdoor patio offers smoking area and casual seating for fresh air.

A back patio exists specifically for smoking. Some outdoor tables offer seating for those who want to be outside. An outdoor patio provides additional space.

People are saying

"It's a fun bar with a diverse and friendly crowd."

"I loved the affordable drinks here."

"The outdoor seating has live music and bands playing."

Good to know

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Karaoke is available on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights.

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Sunday nights feature open jam sessions for anyone who wants to play.

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Parking is available, but can be difficult to find during peak hours.

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Minimalist, upscale design creates a cozy, modern vibe with spacious seating indoors and outdoors. Outdoor area offers a chill vibe perfect for relaxing or working on a laptop. Plenty of power outlets and wifi make it ideal for studying, socializing, or unwinding.

Unique outside setting offers a chill vibe for evenings. Outdoor seating works well for relaxing or working on a laptop with beverages.

People are saying

"The coffee here is bold, creamy, and just the right amount of sweet."

"The matcha here is so smooth and creamy with fresh fruit purรฉes."

"The ube matcha latte here is really good."

Good to know

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The cafe charges a 2.95% surcharge for credit card payments.

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Mochi drinks are available starting at 11am.

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Parking is ample and available in the plaza.

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Pizza restaurant

New York style pizza shines with thin, crisp crust and homemade marinara sauce. Outdoor dining offers a shaded patio with clean tables, perfect for a calm meal. Affordable lunch specials attract both college students and locals.

Outdoor seating includes an outside patio with 4-5 tables. The area offers shade and stays clean, creating an old school vibe for dining outside.

People are saying

"This pizza is easily some of the best I've ever had."

"I enjoyed the salad here."

"I enjoyed the old school vibe of the outdoor seating."

Good to know

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The lunch special includes 2 pieces of pizza, a salad, and a drink for under $10.

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Parking is available on-site in the back to the left.

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You can order by the slice at GiGi's Pizza.

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Small deli with authentic Italian atmosphere and vibrant, family-oriented vibe. Outdoor seating offers a sidewalk cafe experience next to a busy street. Shelves display imported Italian goods and fresh-baked bread, creating a lively, old-school feel.

People are saying

"I found the Italian deli sandwiches here to be delicious and authentic."

"I found the bread here to be always fresh and delicious."

"The sandwiches here are huge and reasonably priced."

Good to know

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Expect long lines during lunch; arrive early to avoid waiting.

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Parking can be challenging; consider arriving by public transport.

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Credit cards accepted, but cash is preferred for smaller purchases.

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Japanese restaurant

Small Japanese spot shines with crispy tonkatsu and fresh sides. Spacious outdoor patio invites diners to relax. After 5pm, orders switch to takeout but seating remains available for a casual vibe.

Great outside patio offers plenty of space. Most seating in the food court is outdoors, with options to eat outside or inside after 5pm.

People are saying

"The food at this grocery store is excellent and the rice was really good."

"The tonkatsu is crispy outside and tender inside."

"The outdoor seating here is great, with a really nice patio."

Good to know

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After 5pm, all orders are automatically packaged for takeout.

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Seating is limited, especially indoors, so arrive early.

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Parking is plentiful at the Tokyo Central marketplace.

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