Best Patios for a Summer Evening
7 stops · about 4 hours · Updated October 6, 2026
Summer evening plans in Howell, MI start with outdoor seating, dinner hours, and what each stop serves. George's Restaurant pairs outdoor tables with comfort food, coffee, and dessert, staying open until 8 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. For a later finish, 2FOG's Pub offers outdoor seating, New American fare, craft beers, and cocktails, with Friday and Saturday hours extending to 11 p.m. Cleary's Pub combines outdoor seating with tap beer and bar food; live music nights are also part of its lineup.
The choices extend from brewery fare to a more upscale dinner. Block Brewing Company serves beer flights, BBQ, and hearty pub food, while Sandbaggers Restaurant offers comfort food, small plates, and an on-site bar. The Silver Pig Bar & Oyster Room brings oysters, brick-oven pizza, and craft cocktails to the list, opening at 4 p.m. on its listed operating days. Diamonds Steak and Seafood offers outdoor seating, happy-hour food and drinks, and vegetarian and healthy options. Dinner reservations are recommended at Diamonds; 2FOG's Pub, Cleary's Pub, and The Silver Pig also accept reservations.
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Stop 1
George's Restaurant
4.6(1106)Howell
George's Restaurant combines outdoor seating with comfort food, coffee, and dessert, with service until 8 p.m. Tuesday through Friday for an early evening meal.
Stop 2
2FOG's Pub
4.5(1869)Howell
2FOG's Pub offers outdoor seating, New American fare, craft beers, and cocktails, with late-night food and reservations among its dining options.
Stop 3
Cleary's Pub
4.5(1366)Howell
Cleary's Pub pairs outdoor seating with tap beer, bar food, and happy-hour offerings, while its broader lineup includes live music nights.
Stop 4
The Silver Pig Bar & Oyster Room
4.5(549)Howell
The Silver Pig Bar & Oyster Room serves oysters, brick-oven pizza, and small plates alongside craft cocktails and wine in a stylish setting.
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Stop 5
Sandbaggers Restaurant
4.3(37)Howell
Sandbaggers Restaurant serves comfort food and small plates with beer and cocktails, adding a children's menu, high chairs, and free parking.
Stop 6
Block Brewing Company
4.2(967)Howell
Block Brewing Company brings craft beer flights, BBQ, and hearty pub food to the lineup, with Friday and Saturday hours extending to 11 p.m.
Stop 7
Diamonds Steak and Seafood
4.2(1882)Howell
Diamonds Steak and Seafood combines outdoor seating and table service with happy-hour food and drinks, vegetarian options, and recommended dinner reservations.
