Winter outdoor dining? Is that even a thing? It is in our area! Just because there’s ice and snow doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the outdoors. Try dining in an igloo, or huddle up around a fire pit!
Winter Outdoor Dining: Fire Pits, Heaters and Igloos!
Please note: These outdoor spaces may not be opening depending on the weather. Please contact each business before visiting to ensure availability.
Igloos
701: Camp Lonetree
Back this season are two new and improved igloos available by reservation! Each igloo holds up to 6 people and offers four different experiences to discover. You can also stay warm sitting by their huge fire pit on their 4-season rooftop patio.
Fire Pits
The Lights Plaza
Get your skates on and head to The Lights in West Fargo! They have skate rentals available, a few restaurants on the plaza, and even Lundy’s Ice Cream shop. There are firepits around the rink for you to enjoy!
Frostival S’Mores & More Event
Cook your own S’mores, drink hot chocolate, listen to music, and skate on an outdoor rink! This is one of many Frostival events worth checking out! (Note: 2026 schedule is still TBD.)
Drekker Brewing Co.
Grab a local craft beer, gather with friends, and get cozy by the large fire pit at Drekker.
Bar Down
Out back beyond the garage doors is a great spot to enjoy drinks and snacks on their patio, that’s home to multiple fire pits to keep you warm!
Pub West
Despite being one of the largest patios in town, they’ve got you covered with both fire pits and heating towers.
Cowboy Jack’s
Get to the rooftop patio early and score the coveted seats in front of their outdoor fireplace! The drinks and ambiance are sure to deliver a cozy time.
Porter Creek
Not only does Porter Creek have indoor and outdoor fire elements, but if you’re not ready to take the outdoor dining plunge, you can enjoy their 4-seasons enclosed patio space.
Outdoor Heaters
Junkyard Brewing Company
Heaters on the patio at the Moorhead location make it enjoyable to be outside on balmy winter days. Junkyard Brewing Company specializes in new and experimental styles of craft beers and is just across the river.
So, embrace the winter season and dine outdoors — but with a fire or heater nearby!
