Courtyards, patios, beer gardens, roof terraces, we've got them all listed here in our selection of the best venues for alfresco drinking in Cardiff. Many establishments are doing their best to draw the sun-worshipping crowd with a host of well-maintained outdoor areas so View Cardiff have done the groundwork and picked the best options for alfresco drinking in Cardiff - just for you, dear reader.
10 Feet TallSip a cocktail or three on the patio of this sophisticated joint on Church Street.
The CliftonThis Brains pub on Clifton Street has outdoor seating that proves very popular on occasions when the sun dares to appear.
1 Clifton Street,
CARDIFF,
CF24 1PW
Clive ArmsYou will find an inviting beer garden at the back of this lovely old Victorian pub on Cowbridge Road East.
360 Cowbridge Road East,
CARDIFF,
CF5 1HE
Duke Of ClarenceAnother beer garden can be found in this very popular pub and lounge bar on Clive Road.
48 Clive Road,
Canton,
CARDIFF,
CF5 1HJ
Eli JenkinsComfortable outdoor seating area in this relaxed and comfortable pub on Bute Crescent.
7-8 Bute Crescent,
CARDIFF,
CF10 5AN
Great WesternEnjoy a pint out on the patio, strewn with flowers and shrubs.
Ha Ha BarThis sophisticated venue on The Friary has a very appealing outdoor area (with heaters) for talent-spotting in the summertime.
Swell BarAnother inviting patio area available from this blues bar in Windsor Place.
The WoodvilleThis predominately student pub has a perfect beer garden at the rear.
Yard Bar and Kitchen(British)Sample a pre-dinner tipple in the courtyard of this popular bar and kitchen on St Mary Street.