Best Summer Gardens in Bucharest (Hidden Courtyards, Terraces & Outdoor Spots)

Where to drink wine in Bucharest in an outdoor summer garden? I’ll tell you about my favourite summer gardens in Bucharest, with chill vibes and great wine. Sure, some close when September comes, and some stay open until late in the autumn.

I often find myself wondering “where to sit outside in Bucharest” during summer. Because nobody wants to sit indoors anymore when it is so warm and beautiful outside. So let’s discover these stunning wine bars and Bucharest terraces that you have to visit for drinks and food. Fancy or relaxed, there are all kinds of summer gardens in Bucharest. And they all have wine.

I lived all my life in Bucharest (between all my travels, European road trips and times when I lived abroad), and I know a thing or two about the best spots in the city.

As a local and someone who has seen this summer vibes change over the decades in Bucharest, I can say for sure that these are some of the best spots to spend a lazy afternoon in Bucharest, when all you want to do is have a lemonade or a glass of wine and catch up with friends.

Of course, if you are planning a budget trip to Europe, you have to include Bucharest on your Europe itinerary.

And if you know all these summer gardens for drinks and food, check out some cool rooftops in Bucharest if you’re looking for more awesome places to hang out.

Sera Eden

Address: Strada C. A. Rosetti 37, 030167 București

One of the best and most popular summer terraces in Bucharest is Sera Eden.

The location of this concept has changed over the years, but the name was always the same. In a way, I think locals got attached to the name and the branding of the place, and that’s why it stuck.

However, the place has definitely evolved in the last decade.

It all started in the backyard of a rundown historic building and presented as a care-free urban garden for non-pretentious millennials. Nowadays, Sera Eden has evolved into a top summer location for hangouts, a bit more posh than what you’d expect from a summer garden where you hang out for beer and some fast food.

As with a lot of cool places to eat and drink in Bucharest, Sera Eden is a more pretentious spot, where you need to book a table in advance if you want to meet up with your friends there during the weekend. Think of it as more of an outdoor restaurant in Bucharest. No reservation, no room for walk-ins.

Since it became so popular, they expanded the area to include multiple bars, restaurant food options, and more.

Green Hours Jazz Cafe

Address: Calea Victoriei 120

Green Hours is one of the more established restaurants and summer gardens on this entire list. I’ve known this place since I was in high school, and it still attracts crowds all year round, as they also have a nice indoor space.

In fact, this jazz cafe calls itself the first cultural hub in Bucharest, and they have been open since 1994.

During the warm season, the patio is almost always full, especially on afternoons and weekends. Occasionally, local musicians take over the mic and offer live music.

Conveniently located on Calea Victoriei, the best avenue in Bucharest for a summer stroll in the city, Green Hours makes it the perfect stop for a snack or a drink if you need a break from all the walking around. The garden is dog-friendly, and locals still love this spot.

The inside cafe also hosts private and paid events such as intimate concerts and plays. Check their future events here.

Gradina Olari

Address: Strada Olari 8

The charm of these summer gardens in Bucharest is that you get to enjoy something to eat, a nice drink in a casual and relaxed spot, somewhere in the heart of the city. Gladina Olari, which took its name from the street on which it is located, and it is tucked in the heart of Bucharest, is this small garden, which belongs to an old, beautiful house.

The atmosphere is almost romantic, with dim lights hanging over your head after the sunset, with a few well-thought-out food options, street food style and a great drinks selection at the bar. All are self-service, and the staff is lovely.

I visited Gradina Olari a bunch of times, as its location is one of the best gathering points when I want to hang out with my friends who live in other parts of the city.

Lokal

Address: Mihai Eminescu 57

I discovered this place one night as I was walking home from another summer garden in Bucharest. I have heard about this fabulous place, but I had no idea where it was.

This is a garden I would rate as a more authentic hipster summer garden. Good wine and beer. Across the street is a much-appreciated restaurant that also serves some of its magical food here (Becca’s Kitchen).

As the name implies, this garden offers a more local vibe, and you can see that once you enter the old house, which displays some vintage objects. Some people are nostalgic for the ’90s and prefer more relaxed settings as opposed to the newer and more posh places in Bucharest.

Café Verona

Address: Strada Pictor Arthur Verona 13-15

Café Verona has a stricter schedule and only opens during the summer. Please check if they are open before going there.

The cafe is also known as BOB Verona, and it is located behind a Carturesti bookstore and close to Bucharest’s main hipster scene. It’s within walking distance of Piata Romana, a main spot in Bucharest.

Cafe Verona has a long history as a summer garden. I remember it since I was in my first year of college. Great lemonade (their pride and joy), fries and obviously, wine.

There is free WiFi available, and you can even work from their garden during the summer.

I would categorise Cafe Verona as somewhere between commercial and hipster, but it’s still a favourite amongst locals.

Grădina Floreasca

Address: Bulevardul Mircea Eliade 16

By this point, it should be obvious that “Grădina” means garden. Gradina Floreasca is one of the more chic summer restaurants to drink a glass of wine and have lunch or dinner, which also has a pool.

Gradina Floreasca is the kind of location where people organise corporate events during the summer and even weddings. You can also visit it during the day and enjoy the pool.

I think this is the spot to go if you want a more elevated feel than a beer garden or walking on dirt. I confess this isn’t my personal kind of summer garden, but I realise that comes down to each individual’s lifestyle.

Anagram Brewery

Address: Platforma Industrială Grantmetal, Strada Mehadia 43, 060543 București

Anagram is the least touristy place on this entire list. This is an actual craft beer spot that only locals who live around it know. If you love craft beer and want to discover such a place in Bucharest, far away from the touristy places, then Anagram is as local as it gets.

The place has existed for a few years already, but it started getting popular in 2024. Every season, they seem to change the beer offer, and you will normally find about 8-10 craft beers on tap and some more in bottles. The brewery is in the same spot as the bar. While they have a few tables inside, the place really comes to life when it gets warm outside.

There are some tables in front of the place, but I prefer the small garden in the back, where you sit under the trees and leave all the urban chaos behind.

I often go to this spot with my partner and my dog, as it is unpretentious and makes for the perfect place after a walk along the side of the lake (Lacul Morii). You order at the bar, and there is a burger shop that can also serve food. But I always order food (Bolt Food or Wolt), and you can set the location at the bar, and you can eat whatever you want.

The bar opens during afternoons and weekends. I recommend checking their socials before going.

The best summer garden in Bucharest

I like all these places in Bucharest, and I wouldn’t recommend them if they weren’t a good option for going out and enjoying a summer garden in Bucharest. Unfortunately, I feel that Bucharest lacks a bit in these more casual settings, as most people just look for an outdoor restaurant in Bucharest. But a summer garden is more than a table outside the restaurant. It’s a vibe, and you can’t find that just about everywhere in Bucharest.

However, I promise to keep this list of summer gardens up to date as soon as I discover more of them.

While some of these summer gardens in Bucharest close during the winter, some will remain open. Make sure to check them out on your next trip to Bucharest!

And if you’re just planning your first trip to my hometown, make sure to check out the list of all the places you have to check out in Bucharest on your first trip to Romania.