The best outdoor dining in Notting Hill combines a terrace, garden, or courtyard you would actively choose with food and drink worth the visit. This guide covers restaurant terraces, pub gardens, and cafe tables; a pavement table only counts when it is genuinely usable. Andrew selects which places qualify; reader votes shape the running order.
The best outdoor dining in Notting Hill combines a terrace, garden, or courtyard you would actively choose with food and drink worth the visit. This guide covers restaurant terraces, pub gardens, and cafe tables; a pavement table only counts when it is genuinely usable. Andrew selects which places qualify; reader votes shape the running order.Read the noteHide the note
The best outdoor dining in Notting Hill combines a terrace, garden, or courtyard you would actively choose with food and drink worth the visit. This guide covers restaurant terraces, pub gardens, and cafe tables; a pavement table only counts when it is genuinely usable. Andrew selects which places qualify; reader votes shape the running order.
The local tip: Slip through the tiny dividing doors into the back snugs — the Grade II wooden screens have been there since the 1830s.
A genuinely historic pub founded in 1826, Grade II listed and on CAMRA's National Inventory of Historic Pub Interiors. Original Victorian wood panelling, wooden floors, and private booths separated by partitions so low you duck to pass between them -- these "snugs" are wonderfully atmospheric. Open fire in winter. The massive walled beer garden out back is one of the best outdoor drinking spots in the area.
The local tip: The banana bread is legendary. Go for the full brunch on weekends
Australian-owned cafe with a health-forward menu in a warehouse-style space hidden behind a courtyard just off Portobello Road. Known for the Rose Latte, Lavender Latte, acai bowls, and Cherry Ripe Pancakes. Extensive gluten-free and plant-based options. Dog-friendly. One of the most photographed cafes in Notting Hill, but the coffee -- especially flat whites -- is genuinely better than many specialty-only shops.
The local tip: Ask for the garden room upstairs — the retractable glass roof and greenery make it the best seat in the house, whatever the weather.
A three-storey boho restaurant and late-night bar that is one of Notting Hill's coolest spots. Enter through a dramatic mural by Portuguese street artist Vhils into dark, moody interiors. Strong natural wine list and seasonal cocktail menu. Wood-fired plates on the food side. The garden room upstairs has a retractable glass roof filled with plants. One of the few places on Portobello where you can drink past midnight.
The local tip: Try the ricotta hotcakes. Window seats are prime people-watching
A proud fixture of Notting Hill for over a decade. The signature Ricotta Hotcakes with banana and honeycomb butter are legendary -- genuinely one of London's most iconic brunch dishes. The light-filled corner space on Westbourne Grove is reliably good for fresh, seasonal cooking any time of day. Founded by Australian Bill Granger who popularised brunch culture in London.
The local tip: Book the terrace for a warm evening, or sit close to the open kitchen if the tabun oven is the draw.
An evening-only live-fire restaurant inside The Whiteley, built around an open tabun clay oven and charcoal grill. Head chef Sachin Mistry draws on Mediterranean and Levantine flavours, while a circular cocktail bar and secluded terrace give the room a suitably glamorous edge. This is dinner with a sense of occasion, not a casual drop-in.
The local tip: Book the garden in summer, and don't skip the yoghurt with spoon sweets.
A modern Greek restaurant on pretty Hillgate Street, operating since 2012 and still one of Notting Hill's best-known neighbourhood dining rooms. It turns taverna classics into something brighter and more refined, with a garden that is a strong summer booking. So loved it has spawned siblings across town, but this is the original.
The local tip: One of the last proper community pubs. The beer garden is a suntrap
Sitting proudly at the top of Portobello Road near Ladbroke Grove. A big, handsome Victorian pub with high ceilings, large windows, and an excellent beer garden. Dog-friendly throughout. Proper neighbourhood pub with good food and a fantastic range of drinks. Popular with the Carnival crowd given its Ladbroke Grove location. The outdoor space is one of the larger pub gardens in the area.
The local tip: Two-time Evening Standard Pub of the Year, on a residential side street with hanging flower displays you'll see on Instagram before you find the door.
Dating from 1843 on a quiet residential street. AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence. The flower-bedecked front terrace and heated patio are gorgeous in warmer months. Inside, the dining room serves an eclectic European-influenced menu alongside gastropub classics and premium steaks. Original stained glass windows in the light-filled bar. Legend has it Lord Ladbroke once owned it and lost it at poker. Dog-friendly and family-friendly with a kids menu.
The local tip: Cow pie or arctic roll — Jesse Dunford Wood signatures since 2010, with a Sunday roast locals queue for.
Independently owned, family-run pub that is Notting Hill's best destination for craft beer. 23+ taps pouring the best from London's craft breweries and beyond. Fresh, seasonal British food to match. The atmosphere is classic but not stuffy. A garden for outdoor drinking. This is the pub for people who care deeply about what's in their glass. The tap selection rotates frequently.
The local tip: Head straight through to the heated courtyard — and with a midnight close every day, it outlasts almost everything else by the Gate.
A relaxed pub right next to Notting Hill Gate station with one of the area's best courtyard beer gardens -- heated, with hanging lights, lush greenery, and bold wall art, seating up to 47. Wednesday night quiz. Live sports on Sky. The famous Gate Theatre (75-seat fringe venue) used to be upstairs. Open until midnight every day. Probably the oldest pub in the area, dating from the 1800s.
The local tip: The hidden courtyard garden behind the yellow curved frontage has a fire pit — Portobello Road's oldest pub kept its secret out back.
Thought to be the oldest pub in Notting Hill, dating from 1852 and the first watering hole on Portobello Road. The bright sunshine-yellow facade is iconic and instantly recognisable. The "Secret Garden" beer garden out back is a genuine gem with colourful tables and growing vines. Classic British pub grub. Victorian interior with elegant slender poles and a curved frontage. An institution.
The local tip: Make it a double bill: mezze and chargrilled fish upstairs, then finish downstairs in Naked & Famous — the basement bar earns the trip.
Named after the Greek god of the west wind. A cool, buzzy take on Greek cuisine right on Portobello Road. Modern mezze, chargrilled meat and fish, and a strong cocktail list. The basement bar Naked & Famous is worth the trip alone. The building sits at the intersection of Westbourne Grove and Portobello Road -- prime Notting Hill territory.
What makes a good outdoor terrace in Notting Hill?
Outdoor seating has to be useful, not decorative. Across Notting Hill, that means tables you would actually choose, enough space to settle in, and food or drink that still earns the visit when the weather is not carrying the whole experience.
How this guide for outdoor seating is curated
12 places in Notting Hill currently make this guide because the outdoor setup is a real reason to choose them. I start with places I would recommend, then use reader agree/disagree signals to catch drift. Paid placement is not part of the ranking. If new details no longer match the guide, the listing is reviewed and can come off.
Frequently asked
What's the best outdoor terrace in Notting Hill?
Farm Girl, Gold, and The Windsor Castle are the top outdoor seating picks in Notting Hill. The selection reflects Andrew's editorial judgment and this guide's outdoor terrace criteria.
Where can I find outdoor seating places in Notting Hill?
This guide covers 12 outdoor seating places in Notting Hill. They span 3 categories: pubs, coffee shops, restaurants.
Which pubs in Notting Hill are good for outdoor seating?
7 pubs fit the outdoor seating brief, including Gold, The Elgin, and The Ladbroke Arms. Each is rated by community agreement.
Which coffee shops in Notting Hill are good for outdoor seating?
2 coffee shops fit the outdoor seating brief, including Farm Girl and Granger & Co.. Each is rated by community agreement.
Which restaurants in Notting Hill are good for outdoor seating?
3 restaurants fit the outdoor seating brief, including Kāio, Mazi, and Zephyr. Each is rated by community agreement.
How is this guide for outdoor seating curated?
Andrew starts with places he would recommend, then anonymous agree/disagree votes can move the order around. Paid placement is not part of the ranking.
