Parsippany Outdoor Dining Guide: Here's Where To Eat

PARSIPPANY, NJ — Spring has sprung, and that means better weather for outdoor dining. Luckily there are plenty of local options, whether it's a casual dinner for two, brunch with the family or just a quick bite by yourself.

Outdoor dining has become more popular in New Jersey these past two years. The expansion of outdoor options began when New Jersey prohibited and then limited eating and drinking inside restaurants because of COVID-19. But even without the pandemic restrictions, the restaurant setup remains popular.

Sure, the pandemic has launched innovations that allow patrons to dine outside in the winter, with eateries setting up indoor dining tents and even igloos. But the days of needing shelter from the cold are waning, setting up the chance for even more opportunities to eat al fresco in the coming months.

Here are some spots with outdoor-dining setups around Parsippany. If you know of a great spot we missed, share it in the comments or email josh.bakan@patch.com.

• Eccola Italian Bistro, 1082 Route 46 W, Parsippany
• Jashan by Dhaba, 252 Route 46, Parsippany
• Houlihan's, 1735 Route 46 E, Parsippany
• Marakesh Restaurant, 321 Route 46 E, Parsippany
• Shake Shack, 70 Waterview Blvd., Parsippany
• Elmas Turkish & Mediterranean Cuisine, 1561 Route 46, Parsippany
• Casa Bella, Route 46 and Lakewood Drive, Denville
• Fasil Mediterranean Restaurant, 308 Wootton St. Unit 1, Boonton
• Verde Ristorante, 1012 Tabor Rd., Morris Plains
• Boonton Station, 202 Myrtle Ave., Boonton
• Barka, 60 Route 46, Mountain Lakes
• Bruno's Italian Bistro, Powder Mill Plaza, 2900 Route 10 W, Morris Plains

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