Best Restaurants with Outdoor Seating in Salisbury 2026
Ranked by Visitors - updated May 2026
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“The most romantic restaurant setting in Wiltshire. We had a riverside table for Sunday lunch and it was absolutely magical — the Cathedral visible through the w-”
“The best craft beer pub in Wiltshire. The range of real ales and cask beers is exceptional and the staff actually know what they are talking about. A genuine fr-”
“The most peaceful place to have coffee in Salisbury. The Cathedral Close setting is magical and the outdoor terrace on a sunny morning is simply wonderful. Scon-”
Restaurants with Outdoor Seating in Salisbury - full guide
- Old Mill Hotel is currently Salisbury's top-ranked restaurants with outdoor seating - voted #1 by locals.
The Old Mill Hotel has the finest outdoor dining experience in Salisbury — a riverside terrace directly above the River Avon with an unobstructed view of the Cathedral across the water meadows. Cloisters Cafe offers the most atmospheric outdoor seating — tables in the Cathedral Close, one of the most beautiful outdoor spaces in England.
Salisbury is a cathedral city in Wiltshire with a population of around 40,000. Despite its size, it consistently outperforms expectations for the quality and variety of restaurants with outdoor seating on offer - particularly along Fisherton Street, the Cathedral Close, and The Maltings shopping centre. The city draws over 5 million visitors a year, many of whom are specifically searching for the best restaurants with outdoor seating Salisbury has to offer.
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Which restaurants in Salisbury have outdoor seating?+
Old Mill Hotel has the best riverside terrace. Cloisters Cafe has outdoor seating in the Cathedral Close. Winchester Gate has a sunny south-facing garden.
Is Restaurants with Outdoor Seating in Salisbury good?+
Yes — Salisbury has an excellent reputation for its restaurants with outdoor seating. The city punches above its weight for a place of 47,000 people, with a strong independent culture and high local standards.
Where in Salisbury can I find the best restaurants with outdoor seating?+
The city centre and Fisherton Street are the main areas for restaurants with outdoor seating in Salisbury. See our ranked list above for the top-rated options as voted by locals.
Is Restaurants with Outdoor Seating near Salisbury Cathedral?+
Many of the best restaurants with outdoor seating options in Salisbury are within walking distance of the Cathedral. The Cathedral Close and Fisherton Street area (10 minutes walk) are the best starting points.
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