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Health & Fitness

A Table with a View

After being cooped up for months or bundled up in so many layers, there is something really exciting about sipping a coffee at an outside café table, or enjoying a meal under the sun or stars. It makes good food that much better!

Right now, this is the perfect time of year to indulge in this Springtime experience. Spring is here and Main Street is coming alive with outdoor dining options. While some haven’t opened just yet, here are a few that are already seating patrons outside, or that will be very soon.

Check out these restaurants for some great outdoor dining and enjoy the fresh air and sunshine:

  • ColdStone Creamery – While you may enjoy mixing cookies or candy or fruit with your ice cream, there is no denying that licking that cold treat while people watching on Main Street takes it up another notch.
  • Forbidden City Bistro (opening in May) – as the weather continues to warm, you can look forward to getting a table outside as you partake of some incredible Asian fare at this award winning Middletown restaurant.
  • It's Only Natural Restaurant – It is only natural that you’d like to satisfy your vegan tastebuds while embracing some sunshine and a breeze as well. Check out their fabulous patio!
  • Klekolo – Sipping coffee at an outdoor café table is so very European, check out Klekolo and feel as chic as the French.
  • Tavern at the Armory – Their lovely outdoor seating area is open again, and there is no time like the present to stop in with a friend for lunch or dinner – or even brunch – and enjoy the gorgeous weather we’re having.
  • Tuscany Grill – another great choice for outside dining is Tuscany Grill. Enjoy some delicious Italian cuisine and get a taste of the Continental lifestyle.
  • Tschudin Chocolates – Yes, you can even enjoy some delectable desserts and chocolate outdoors and make everyone else very jealous.

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