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Sharon’s BBQ Catering

Sharons BBQ EnclosureSharon’s BBQ Catering in Abilene, TX serves up classic Texas barbecue favorites in a casual, friendly atmosphere. Texans take barbecue very seriously. Popular with local folks and people passing through Abilene, Sharon’s BBQ Catering has been voted “Abilene’s Favorite Barbecue” since opening in 2005. The screen enclosures around their porch let diners enjoy the sunny Texas weather, while remaining in a comfortable room. The long picnic tables and party lights give this space a friendly, festive feeling. It’s like being on a picnic, without the annoyance of insects and inclement weather! The screens are hand rolled, so there are no visible ropes. This gives the windows a clean, uncluttered appearance.

Visit The Abilene Zoo; Get Up Close to A Giraffe!

Just a short drive away is Grover Nelson Park, where you can visit The Abilene Zoo. This zoo features over 600 animals, a Safari Train, carousel, and their very popular Giraffe Encounter experience. Visitors to the zoo can visit the giraffes up close, and hand feed them from a special observation deck. The Abilene Zoo is breeding this endangered species according to the direction of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ Species Survival Plan. Abilene Zoo’s Education Department provides educational programs, summer camps, weekend programs, tours, classes, special events all year long.

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Cape Cod National Golf Club

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Cape Cod National Golf Club is an 18-hole championship golf course located in Brewster, Massachusetts. Founded by John Pfeffer and his wife Linda, Cape Cod
National first opened its doors in 1998. This picturesque golf club is designed for a diverse membership that is interested in a challenging and interesting golf experience.
This spacious patio features our popular motorized enclosure system. The system is equipped with a shade cloth that acts as a windbreak in cooler weather. As with all
motorized systems from Southern Patio Enclosures, the shades can be raised or lowered with just the touch of a button. Heaters that are mounted in the ceiling keep the patio warm and comfortable when the New England air turns chilly.

Chatham Lighthouse

Just under ten miles away from the Cape Cod National Golf Club is the famous Chatham Lighthouse. This scenic lighthouse is located in Chatham, MA, in the “elbow” of Cape Cod. It is a very popular spot for photographers. Built in 1808, it was added to the National Registry of Historic Places in 1987. It originally had two light towers, but in 1923, the second tower was dismantled and transported up the coast to Eastham, where it became the “Nauset Lighthouse”. Today, the former light keeper’s house at Chatham is an active U.S. Coast Guard station, and on-duty personnel living quarters. Tours are available to the public during the Summer months.

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Mountaineer Casino Racetrack & Resort

Get a free quote on motorized cafe blinds from Southern Patio EnclosuresThe Mountaineer Casino Racetrack and Resort is a popular vacation spot situated near the beautiful Ohio river. It is enjoyed by people from West Virginia and Ohio, who come to enjoy the golf course, spa, restaurants, and casino. The Mountaineer Casino has built a spacious patio gaming area with over 100 slot machines and six gaming tables. This space is wrapped with mesh border enclosures with clear windows, allowing guests to enjoy the lovely view and refreshing breezes. This enclosed space features the very popular motorized screens, that can be raised or lowered remotely with just the touch of a button. The motorized screens also help keep the casino patio warm in the cold Appalachian Winters, and cooler during the height of Summer. This unique gaming patio also provides a space for guests who wish to smoke, while still complying with the County’s recent smoking regulations.

Homer Laughlin China

The Homer Laughlin China Co. is located in the small town of Newell, West Virginia. It’s approximately four miles from the Mountaineer Casino Racetrack and Resort, along the Ohio River. The factory offers public tours, but be advised that advance reservations for the tours are required. If you just want to shop, The Homer Laughlin Factory Outlet Store offers a great selection. Also, if you enjoy bargain hunting, you can visit the “Seconds Room” at the factory, where pieces with very slight imperfections are sold at fractions of the regular prices.
Homer Laughlin China Co. has made numerous types of dinnerware for household and commercial use since the 1870’s, but the company is probably best known for their colorful Fiesta pattern dinnerware. Fiesta dinnerware was first introduced in the 1930s, and is very popular with collectors. In the 1980s, Fiesta dinnerware was reintroduced to the retail market after being out of production for years. New modern colors were introduced, and it is now more popular than ever. In fact, it is the most collected dinnerware in U.S. history.

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Hoblitzelle Salvation Army Camp

Crystal Clear VinylThe Salvation Army Summer camp programs date back to the 1890s, with locations throughout the United States. In April of 1956, Camp Hoblitzelle in Midlothian, Texas was dedicated as a Salvation Army Camp home through a generous gift from the Hoblitzelle Foundation. Located approximately 40 miles south of the Dallas/Ft. Worth area, this camp is seated on 1,200 acres of scenic Texas pasture land. The Salvation Army Camp Hoblitzelle is a traditional summer camp program providing children the rich experience of camping in the context of a Christian community.
This large enclosed patio overlooks a fountain on the camp’s lake. No one wants to spend their time at camp suffering from sunburn or mosquito bites! Clear vinyl panels protect from inclement weather and mosquitoes, without spoiling the peaceful view. A sun shade helps to block harmful UV rays in the hot Texas summertime. The vinyl material we use for our enclosures is the toughest available; sturdy enough to stand up to everyday weather stresses all year around. The vinyl pieces are joined by a process known as RF welding, which actually strengthens the seams, rather than using stitching which will perforate and weaken the vinyl.

Midlothian – Small Town Charm

During the months of May through October, Midlothian hosts “Midlothian Market Day” on the first and third Saturday. From 8:00AM to Noon, Heritage Park in downtown Midlothian is filled with local food and craft vendors. If you find yourself in Midlothian in early the Fall, the Midlothian Chamber of Commerce Wine and Arts Festival takes place in early November. this one day event has free admission, but you can purchase a $25 “Wine Walk” ticket that includes 15 tastings, a tote bag, and souvenir wine glass. Many local artists, musicians, food vendors participate in this festival, which showcases wine tastings from many delicious Texas wineries.

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Smoke’n Honey House

There is a saying that almost everything is bigger in Texas, and the Smoke’n Honey House certainly proves this! It has approximately 14,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor seating space, nearly 40 beers on tap, about 60 different bottled beers, and a mouth watering menu of barbecue and sandwiches.

Sadly, the Smoke’n Honey House closed in 2023

Large Patio With Large Appeal

The spacious patio seating area is the perfect spot to enjoy a nice view while hanging out with your friends. The patio features motorized blinds, which can be lowered to help keep the space cool and cut down on harsh sun glare. The blinds are easy to operate; just a push of a button and they can be raised or lowered. There is no need to interrupt customers while they are enjoying themselves. These blinds are surrounded by all metal housing and tracks, with rope welting sides that slide into the side tracks. This locks the curtain into its tracks, so it won’t slip under high winds.
Another prominent feature integrated into the patio is a permanent framed door that acts as a handicap accessible fire exit. Doors from Southern Patio Enclosures feature a heavy duty closer to prevent it from “slamming”, and sturdy self-tapping metal screws for increased durability.

Visit The National U.S. Armed Forces Museum

Just a couple of miles away from Smoke’n Honey House is the National United States Armed Forces Museum of Texas. This mission of this museum is to expand knowledge, deepen awareness, and increase appreciation of the dedication and sacrifice of the citizens who serve in all branches of the United States Armed Forces. Guided tours are conducted by retired military personnel, who are happy to share their history and answer questions. This museum is a must for anyone interested in military history.

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Patio Dining at Del Frisco’s Grille, Southlake, TX

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Del Frisco’s Grille in Southlake, Texas is located in the center of the entertainment district of Southlake Town Square. It’s a great place to enjoy drinks and a meal before or after a day of shopping. Patio dining is very popular in Texas, however the weather isn’t always cooperative. The patio at Del Frisco’s features the very best technology to make one’s outdoor dining experience as pleasant as possible.

Adjustable Climate Control Technology for Maximum Comfort

motorized patio screens sun shade material clear vinyl windows rooftop patio del frisco restaurant orange furnitureThe patio at Del Frisco’s Grille features motorized screens by Southern Patio Enclosures. These motorized vinyl patio enclosures are easy and quick to operate, and built to be as seamless and invisible as possible. You can quickly adjust the screens to account for changing weather, deploying up to 16 patio curtains with the push of a single button. There’s no need to interrupt dining guests, or to hunt for a step ladder. Just push a button, and you can eliminate bright sun glare while your customers can still enjoy the view! They also become a seamless part of your outdoor architecture. Our motorized vinyl patio enclosures can be installed so that they completely disappear when rolled up.

A remote controlled louvered roof by Equinox Roof Company allows the roof to go from fully opened to fully closed, in just a matter of moments. The louvers can be closed to shut out full sunlight, minimize UV exposure and control midday heat and sun. The fully closed position also keeps out any rain. The louvers can be opened to let in sunlight and air flow, adjusting to the exact angle needed to cut down on glare. A custom built cooling system by Jetstream Outdoor Cooling keeps the patio cool even in the middle of the Texas Summer. The Jetstream Cooling System utilizes a 1000 psi misting pump system which allows “Flash Evaporation” to occur and cool the air, dropping the ambient temperature up to 25 degrees. As the mist evaporates and Flash Evaporation occurs, the surrounding heat is absorbed causing the temperature to drop.

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Enclosed Patio at Coconut Joe’s Beach Grill

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This enclosed patio and rooftop deck at Coconut Joe’s Beach Grill, Isle of Palms, SC, are wonderful spaces to enjoy music, good food, and an ocean view. The patio enclosure lets customers enjoy the view, while remaining cool in the Summer heat. People can dine and enjoy a few beachside drinks without being bothered by uncomfortable temperatures or annoying insects. It’s a fairly simple remodel project, that produces big results.

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We are proud of the work and happy that Coconut Joe’s Beach Grill is a satisfied customer:

“Just wanna let you know that we love love love the patio enclosure. Also, the installers were quick, efficient and professional. I am very pleased with the final product.

Kudos to your team!” – Joe Petro, Coconut Joe’s Beach Grill & Bar

Explore The South Carolina Coast

Isle of Palms, South Carolina is a popular beach destination. In addition to relaxing on the shore, there are plenty of other coastal adventures to be found! Barrier Island Eco Tours offers a variety of activities that highlight the unique wildlife and natural history of the area. Whether its a wildlife exploration tour, a dolphin watching cruise, or even a shark fishing expedition, there are plenty of fun tour options that your family will enjoy.

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The Pour Vineyard Patio

The Pour Vineyard

The Pour Vineyard PatioThe Pour Vineyard sits on a Centennial Farm that has been passed down from generation to generation for over 150 years.The owners of this beautiful wedding facility wanted to bring the feel of the vineyards in Napa, Tuscany and Bordeaux to their own backyard. The enclosed patio space on this wedding venue offers a beautiful view of the vineyards, while guests enjoy a comfortable, elegant setting. Wedding guests are able to enjoy the natural beauty of the grounds at The Pour Vineyard, while remaining shielded from the elements.

Small Town Charm of Red Bud, or Big City Excitement of St. Louis

The Pour Vineyard is located in Red Bud, Illinois. Red Bud is a predominantly farming community of German descent. In 1978, the Red Bud Historic District was placed on the National Register of Historic Places as an example of a 19th century crossroads commercial town. It is located just 45 minutes south of St. Louis, Missouri. St. Louis is home to many museums, restaurants, and an outstanding zoo. It’s a great destination for out of town wedding guests who want to explore the area.

Mastodon State Historical Site

If you’re looking for something more adventurous nearby, the Mastodon State Historical Site is only about 23 miles away from Red Bud, Illinois. Mastodon State Historic Site contains an important archaeological and paleontological site: the Kimmswick Bone Bed. This is the first solid evidence of the coexistence of humans and the American mastodon in eastern North America. Additionally, there is a museum with artifacts and fossils, hiking trails, and picnic areas. It’s a great place to visit if you have an interest in prehistoric artifacts.

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9 Best Restaurants with Amazing Outdoor Patios in Texas

One of the very best experiences one can enjoy in life is exquisite outdoor dining.

What better way to spend an evening than enjoying great company, delicious food, in a cool summery breeze of a restaurant with an outdoor patio in Texas?

The great thing with these restaurants is that by having a restaurant patio enclosure, they can offer the best of both worlds.

Keeping the patio screen enclosure closed keeps the restaurant cozy when the weather is cool. The restaurant is then transformed into an awesome dining experience as the weather warms up and the enclosure is fully opened, converting the restaurant to an outdoor diner.

In this post, we’re going to have a look at 9 of the best restaurant with amazing outdoor patios in Texas.

We recommend these restaurants for a couple of things

  1. Highly rated restaurant with amazing food
  2. Great ambience of an outdoor patio!

Let’s start this list of Texas restaurants with outdoor patios.

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Perla’s Seafood and Oyster Bar, Austin, Texas

We’ll start this list of outdoor patio restaurants with a recommendation for the seafood fans.

Have a look at Perla’s outdoor patio:

Wouldn’t you want to be eating there right now?

Before we actually speak in detail at Perla’s, let’s have a bit of a look at what people are saying about this outdoor patio dining experience.

Perla’s offers excellent seafood cuisine in a casual elegant setting.

A vast selection of seafood is on offer, from a fully-stocked cold bar, seafood sandwiches, fresh market seafood, the mouth-watering Perla’s Plates and USDA Prime steaks for those who are not in the mood for seafood.

Our next (and quite a few of restaurants on our list) is on the San Antonio river walk. You’ll find that many of the great restaurants with outdoor patios are to be found here.

Bella on the River, River Walk, San Antonio, Texas

Sadly, Bella on the River closed in 2023

At Bella on the River, David and the entire crew serve you with great focus and attention to detail. So much so, that Bella on the River has picked up the San Antonio Express News Critics’ Choice for The Best River Walk Dining for the years 2012, 2013 and 2016.

Their intimate outdoor patio on the River Walk, means it is a really excellent outdoor dining location. It’s literally like walking up, off the River Walk into a small Spanish bistro. If you walk indoors, the natural limestone rock walls, candle-lit tables make it feel just like the Southern European and Mediterranean food restaurant it really is.

But the ambience is not the only great thing about Bella’s.

Chef Sean Fletcher ensures his kitchen crew creates and produces an outstanding menu focused on creativity, balance, quality, and value using Mediterranean food and ingredients.

True to its name, you’ll find plenty of Mediterranean dishes on the menu. Such stuff as the delicious Bruschetta, the Fritto Misto, the Seafood Paella, the Spaghetti all’ Amatriciana and plenty of other excellent dishes are all reminiscent of an Italian trattoria.

And what do Bella’s patrons say about the restaurant?

With Bella on the River being rated #7 out of 4000 restaurants in San Antonio, we’re sure you’ll enjoy this experience to the full.

Contigo Restaurant, East Austin, Texas

Our next restaurant with amazing outdoor patios in Texas is Contigo, a bustling pub with a great atmosphere, and most of all a great outdoor space. Rather than your typical pub grub, Contigo actually offers a very different selection of bar food.

But before we discuss the menu, look at this outdoor patio. Doesn’t it look great for a casual outdoor meal?

The Contigo bar is actually part of the Contigo Ranch complex.

In fact, rather than the typical pub grub, you’ll find plenty of food coming straight from the Contigo ranch. The Farmer’s Cheese, Quail, the Ox Tongue Slider, the Pork Liver Pate and the Charcuterie tasting are all great choices.

The Contigo also caters for catering events as necessary for groups.

While our opinion is that the food menu is fantastic, the locals and visitors also have plenty of praise for Contigo.

Joe T. Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant, Fort Worth, Texas

We continue our culinary trip around Texas’ most amazing restaurants with outdoor patios with a visit to Joe T. Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant in Fort Worth.

Before we actually discuss the food, have a look at this awesome garden where you can enjoy your food:

The garden is actually one of the attractions of this restaurant, and reviewers mention it over and over again.

The restaurant is also the winner of the James Beard Foundation Award for Excellence!

In fact, on TripAdvisor, it’s rated the #13 restaurant in Fort Worth. That’s a great rating, given that there are more than 1300 restaurants in Fort Worth.

Joe T. Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant has been a Fort Worth staple since when it was founded in 1935 by Mr. and Mrs. Joe T. Garcia. The restaurant has remained in the family ever since, with plenty of rich family history found throughout the restaurant and their famous patio – very well-known to locals and visitors alike.
The menu offers your typical Mexican food, but as can be seen by its TripAdvisor rating, this is of excellent quality. At Joe T’s you’ll find cheese nachos, tacos, guacamole, tortillas, beef and chicken fajitas, pico-de-gallo and lots more.

Once again, it’s best to have a look at what recent visitors to the restaurant have to say about the food and atmosphere.

We’d recommend heading down to Joe T’s if you’re in the Fort Worth area and try for yourself the delicious Mexican food in their “delightful” courtyard.

The next restaurant with outdoor dining space is something a bit different.

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Banger’s Sausage House and Beer Garden, Austin, Texas

Speaking of Texas outdoor patio’s, we cannot miss Banger’s Sausage House and Beer Garden.

But why do we mention specifically the outdoor patio? Well, have a look for yourself:

As the mantra of Banger’s goes, it’s all about a wonderful place to eat, drink and hangout.

“Not too rowdy, not too laid back, just a good old fashioned good time.”

Banger’s serves homemade sausage, craft beer, pig roasts, beef jerky and pickled accompanied by Americana and country music.

Banger’s believes that quality food should be made from scratch, and that’s why they have picked up plenty of great ratings, giving them a prestigious position of the #24 of 3066 restaurants in Austin, Texas.

We’d recommend you do what the gentleman is suggesting and visit Banger’s if you’re around Austin!

The Guenther House, San Antonio, Texas

The Guenther house is a Victorian house with beautiful grounds which also includes a restaurant, set with an indoor restaurant with “Ballroom” style seating and an outdoor patio set in the outdoor arbor areas of the Guenther house.

It’s the dining area on the outdoor patio which puts the Guenther house restaurant on this list of best restaurants with outdoor patios in Texas.

Have a look for yourself.

The photo does not do much justice to the very pleasant experience of dining in Guenther House’s outdoor patio.

It’s no wonder that this restaurant takes the number #16 spot on TripAdvisor from about 4000 restaurants in San Antonio.

The Guenther house is famous for the bread which they make in their own flour mill. They are also quite famous for their waffles.

As for lunch, the mouth-watering specials which you can get to enjoy during your outdoor patio lunch include: The Champagne Chicken Enchiladas, the Pioneer Taco Salad, the French Onion Soup, the San Antonio Quiche, the Chicken A La King and plenty more.

Besides the above, you’ll find a nice selection of soups, salads, sandwiches, pastries and desserts. The Guenther House Restaurant also has the option to cater for group events.

But what do the actual visitors of the restaurant say about it?

There’s a reason why we’ve recommended this San Antonio, Texas restaurant with outdoor patio, and the above sums it up quite nicely.

Zocca Cuisine D’Italia, River Walk, San Antonio, Texas

Although we’re still discussing restaurants with outdoor patios in Texas, we’re back to Italy – italian food that is.

This is another restaurant which has an outdoor patio right by the riverside and that’s part of the reason we think it merits a spot on our list of best restaurants with outdoor patios in Texas.

But let’s do the pictures do the talking shall we?

The restaurant’s name, Zocca, is actually the name of a rustic village in the north of Italy. The restaurant (just like the village) is renowned for its balsamic vinegars, cheeses and a place to enjoy great Italian cuisine on the River Walk.

The menu features traditional italian pasta dishes such as the traditional Tagliatelle with bolognese sauce, Spaghetti with oversized meatballs and Marinara sauce and plenty of other Italian dishes.

And what would a good italian restaurant be without a good pizza? There’s a limited selection, but one cannot go wrong with any of them.

And what do the patrons say about Zucca? The review below speaks for itself.

The restaurant takes the #23 spot out of about 4000 restaurants in San Antonio, which is quite a feat.

Boudro’s on the Riverwalk, San Antonio, Texas

Our next restaurant with outdoor patio is also on the San Antonio Riverwalk, but can you blame us for choosing that?

Few experiences can beat dining al fresco by the Riverwalk at Boudro’s.

Have a look for yourself!

Boudro’s, a Texas bistro, is a treasured and popular destination on the San Antonio River Walk.

Their very unique attractions include the prickly pear margarita and the tableside guacamole presentation – where the guacamole is prepared at your table!

Executive chef Robbie Nowlin is known to combine the traditions of South Texas with finesse from the world’s finest restaurants, while the extensive wine cellar complements the chef’s dishes perfectly.

The menu includes such delicious items as the Gulf Coast Sea cakes, the Duck and Sausage Gumbo soup, the Boudreaux’s Shrimp and Grits, the Wood Grilled Atlantic Salmon and the Mesquite Grilled Texas Quail.

After dinner enjoy a vintage cognac or port.

Taking the prestigious #20 spot from all restaurants in San Antonio, we have no doubt you’ll enjoy a great outdoor meal at Boudro’s.

As the review above says, if you’re taking visitors to this restaurant, you’re probably treating them to the very best San Antonio has to offer, don’t you think?

Little Rhein Steakhouse, San Antonio River Walk, Texas

Our final item on this list of best restaurants in Texas with outdoor patios is, not surprisingly, a steakhouse, which incidentally, is a fine-dining restaurant, also on the riverwalk in San Antonio.

The Little Rhein Steak House is very famous for its perfectly prepared steaks, award-winning wine-list and a casual, rustic charm.

Housed in the historic Otto Bombach House, it has a history of being visited by movie stars, professional athletes, politicians and other celebrities – as well as, local residents and visitors to San Antonio.

But what about its outdoor dining setting?

The menu is exactly what one would expect from a fine-dining steakhouse. Such delicious starters as Lump Crab Stuffed Avocado and Crab Claws Cocktail set the tone for the rest of the meal.

As a steakhouse, it serves Texas’s best certified angus beef, with plenty of prime cuts, as one would expect from such a high-caliber restaurant.

And here’s what some of the customers of the restaurant have to say about the Little Rhein Steak House and it’s outdoor dining.

If you’re looking for a great steak, don’t miss the Little Rhein Steak House.

What’s your favorite restaurant with outdoor patio in Texas?

And with that we have a wrap. Restaurants with outdoor patios in Texas are plentiful and thanks to their restaurant patio enclosures outdoor dining in these restaurants are a great experience both in warm weather and those cooler Texas days.

If you’re looking for a good outdoor meal in Texas, we’ve given you plenty of choice for you to choose from with our list of best restaurants with amazing outdoor patios.

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Delray Beach Club

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The Delray Beach Club is a private member-owned Beach Club that sits on 3.5 acres of pristine oceanfront property in Delray Beach, Florida. The property features stunning views that overlook the Atlantic Ocean. Florida is known as “The Sunshine State” for good reason. A cool, shaded retreat during the heat of the afternoon is a quintessential part of the coastal lifestyle. The enclosed patio is a wonderful place for members to enjoy the poolside view in comfort. The enclosure helps keep the air conditioning and heating systems operating efficiently. It also acts as a windbreak against the chilly Atlantic breezes that occasionally occur in the evenings.

Delray Beach Has A Thriving Art Community

On July 25th, 2012, Delray Beach was named Most Fun Small Town in the USA by Rand McNally, USA Today and the Travel Channel on a nationally televised special; “Best of the Road”. In addition to the pristine beaches and breathtaking coastal views, there is no doubt the thriving art community contributed significantly to this distinction! More than 20 galleries and public art pieces are located downtown and in the Pineapple Grove Arts District. The North end of the Pineapple Grove district is home to Artists Alley, where you will find a colony of over twenty working artists in their studios. While visiting Artists Alley, you can shop for paintings, sculpture, glass, photography, and other works of original art.