The end of summer usually means the end of patio season in Cleveland. But thanks to you-know-what in 2020, many local restaurants decided to extend the outdoor dining season with heaters, fire pits, and even cozy private igloos.
And guess what? It stuck! Igloo dining and heated patios are seemingly here to stay, and Clevelanders are definitely here for it.
So while I already have an extensive list of my favorite patios in Cleveland, I also decided to round up some outdoor spots that you can visit in the fall, winter, and early spring months, too.
If you’re looking for my summer patio list, find it here. But if you’re looking for the best igloo dining in Cleveland, keep reading!
This list includes Cleveland patios heated with space heaters and fire pits, as well as local spots that have installed heated igloos, greenhouses, and other small structures that you can reserve for dining throughout the fall and winter.
PLEASE NOTE: I try to keep this list as updated as possible in regards to who has what open, but I always recommend visiting each restaurant’s website or calling ahead to double check on all the details. List last updated December 6, 2025.
Restaurants with igloos in Cleveland
Even before the pandemic, some local restaurants added transparent geodesic domes (i.e. “igloos”) to their patios for atmospheric winter dining. But in fall 2020, these private dining options exploded in popularity around Cleveland – and many restaurants have brought them back every winter since.
Most Cleveland restaurants with igloos kit out their igloos with tables, couches, heaters, lights, and other decorations, making booking one a whole dining experience.
Local spots offering igloos in Cleveland include:
Georgetown / Vosh
18515 Detroit Rd, Lakewood | For: Meals, drinks, or special occasions
The cozy igloos at the Georgetown in Lakewood are a fall-spring tradition, and are always super popular every year.
The Georgetown has heated “Arctic Igloos” that can each seat up to 8 people on their large outdoor patio. The igloos are furnished in a cozy contemporary way that differs slightly depending on upcoming holidays, and I probably don’t have to tell you that they are always a hot commodity.
Igloos are reservable in 2-hour time slots, and you definitely need to book in advance. The igloos are all set up for dining, with a large table and up to 8 chairs, plus heaters to keep them toasty warm.
These igloos do usually book up fast, but they also keep them out usually until April.
Booking info: Book online here; seating times are 5-7 p.m. and 7:30-9:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday, and 3-5 p.m., 5:30-7:30 p.m. and 8-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday. There’s a $25-$50 rental fee per booking, and a minimum spend per igloo of $100.
Pro tip: Follow the Georgetown on social media (especially Instagram Stories) to learn about any last-minute cancellations.
The Fairmount
2448 Fairmount Blvd, Cleveland (Cleveland Heights) | For: Cocktails, small plates
I love the Fairmount’s patio for great drinks and their special patio menu, and the fact that they always add standing heaters around the bar during the fall. But the last couple of years they’ve been adding heated igloos, too!
These decorated igloos are up on the Fairmount’s patio usually by late November, to go along with their fall/winter drink specials.
Booking info: Igloos opened for booking on November 14, 2025. There’s no booking fee for the igloos, and you can now book them through Toast (scroll down to “Igloos” when booking).
Merwin’s Wharf
1785 Merwin Ave, Cleveland (Irishtown Bend) | For: Bar food and a beer garden feel
Merwin’s Wharf will once again offer igloo dining this winter. The full-service igloos at Merwin’s Wharf are fully furnished and heated, overlooking the Cuyahoga River. They can hold anywhere from 2-8 people, and can be reserved for two-hour time slots.
These igloos are available during the day when Merwin’s Wharf is open, too, which is nice if you want to try them out for lunch!
Booking info: There’s a $25 booking fee per igloo, and an automatic 20% gratuity added to your bill. They are available starting in mid-November 2025 and running through February 15, 2026. You need to book in advance, and can book here.
The Rustic Grill at StoneWater
1 Club Dr, Cleveland (Highland Heights) | For: Meals
The Rustic Grill at the StoneWater Golf Club usually has a few heated igloos on its covered back patio during the winter months. I don’t have details yet for 2025, but last year there were two dining igloos and one lounge igloo outfitted with tables, rugs, lights, and heaters. The igloos went up towards the end of November and were available through March.
You can reserve these igloos for lunch, dinner, and even brunch, with seatings bookable in 2 hour blocks.
Booking info: (2024 info; I’ll update when I have 2025 info!) Reservations are required, and can be made from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., and from 5-8 p.m. (and 10 a.m.-noon for Sunday brunch). There’s a $100 minimum spend on Friday and Saturday nights, and a 22% gratuity is added to all igloos. Call 440-461-4653 x106 to book.
Table 45
9801 Carnegie Ave, Cleveland | For: Dinner from a special menu
The Intercontinental hotel’s Table 45 restaurant has set up cozy igloos again this year, filled with European-style chalet vibes. The restaurant’s igloos have tables, space heaters, and lots of cozy touches. There are two different size options, one for 2-6 guests and another for 6-12 guests.
Booking info: There’s a $50 per person minimum in the igloos, and you’ll need to book at least a day in advance. Call the restaurant for booking, or try Open Table.
The Aviator
20920 Brookpark Rd, Cleveland | For: Lunch or dinner with views of the airport runway
This restaurant and event space across the street from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is going all out this winter with heated igloos overlooking the airport runways!
Igloos can hold up to 8 people, and are bookable in 2-hour blocks for lunch and dinner.
Booking info: Igloos are available daily for both lunch and dinner. Each igloo requires a $25-$50 rental fee and a minimum spend of $125-$200, depending on the day of the week. An automatic 20% gratuity will be added to every bill. Book your igloo here (scroll down to “Igloos on the Runways”).
Market Rocky River
1137 Linda St, Rocky River | For: Elevated pub grub
While not offering igloos, Market in Rocky River is offering something unique: the chance to dine inside a ski gondola!
This is a super cute dining option that can seat 2-4 people at a small table. Gondolas are available for lunch, dinner, and brunch, and you can order from the regular Market menu. The gondolas are heated, but they recommend you dress warmly.
Booking info: Gondolas available November 25, 2025-February 22, 2026. Reservations can be made by on OpenTable online. There’s a $25 reservation deposit per gondola, but no minimum spend. More info here.
The Yard on 3rd
38040 3rd St, Willoughby | For: Drinks and socializing
To go along with its outdoor pop-up Christmas bar this winter, The Yard on 3rd in Willoughby will also be hosting a few small igloos! These igloos are first-come, first-served for seating, and you can stay as long as you have an open bar tab.
Booking info: The igloos are available as long as the Yard on 3rd stays open for the winter; last year they did close up for the season in January!
Other spots near Cleveland with igloos
Not opposed to driving a little further for a private igloo? Here are some other options to check out not far from Cleveland:
- Blue Heron Brewpub – Medina, OH – Blue Heron has igloos again this year. Each igloo has two heaters inside and can accommodate up to 8 guests. Rental rates and minimum spends vary; find more info and book here.
- Twin Oast Brewing – Port Clinton, OH – If you’re heading up to Catawba Island this winter, don’t miss the fairy-light-covered igloo village at Twin Oast Brewing. Each igloo can accommodate up to 8 guests. Rental rates and minimum spends vary; find more info and book here.
- Old Firehouse Winery – Geneva-on-the-Lake – This winery has 7 private igloos this winter, available to book Friday-Sunday. There is a $100 deposit required, which is put towards your final bill. Find more info and book here.
Cleveland heated patios
The following Cleveland patios have space heaters (and in some cases space heaters AND fire pits) dotted around in order to keep things cozy. Also noted are whether the patios have added cover to protect against rain (or, let’s be honest, snow).
Not all of these will stay open through the winter, though, so it’s always a good idea to message or call ahead to make sure the patio is still open!
1. Market Garden Brewpub
1947 W 25th St, Cleveland (Ohio City) | For: Beer, food, watching a game
Market Garden has always referred to its beer garden as being “four-season,” with its ginormous outdoor fireplace and long, fixed high-top tables with big space heaters hanging above them.
The beer garden is not covered, though, so this isn’t an ideal spot if it’s raining or snowing. But it IS one of the most atmospheric patios in Cleveland!
(This one does eventually close for the winter.)
2. All Saints Public House
1261 W 76th St, Cleveland (Battery Park) | For: Craft cocktails and full meals
All Saints has become a local favorite for those looking for a cool bar space with a beautiful patio. Last fall, All Saints invested in a bunch of standing heaters to keep its patio going through the fall and winter.
And while this patio is fall-friendly, it won’t stay open through the winter; they only keep it open while the weather is still mild. If your heart is set on patio dining here, I recommend calling ahead on the day you want to visit to see if the patio is open.
3. Jukebox
1404 W 29th St, Cleveland (Hingetown) | For: Drinks, pierogi, game day
Jukebox added a tent and standing heaters to its outdoor space in 2020, and now offers 800 square feet of covered patio space that stays open into the winter.
Jukebox has some cozy fall cocktails to enjoy, too, and does outdoor watch parties for Browns games, with multiple TVs on the patio for viewing.
4. Lakewood Truck Park
16900 Detroit Ave, Lakewood | For: Food trucks, drinks, game day
This food truck park in Lakewood is almost entirely patio (with one large indoor bar, too). In the past, they have set up igloos during the winter. But in 2025, they have set up a large heated tent outdoors with tables, comfortable seating, and TVs. The heated tent is great for game day drinks!
I’ve tried to make this list as complete as possible, but if I’ve missed any heated patios or igloo options, please let me know so I can get info and add them.
It seems like we could be in for another long winter here in Cleveland, but hopefully these heated patio options will make it possible for you to still get out and support local businesses.
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Will you be visiting any heated patios or igloos in Cleveland this fall/winter?
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Amanda was born and raised in northeast Ohio, and has always been a fangirl of her home state. Now, she’s sharing her love of the Cleveland area, highlighting all the best things to do, see, and eat in the CLE. She’s been running Cleveland Traveler since January 2019.
Flour has turned their front walk way into a heated patio.
Good to know! I know lots of local spots have tried to keep their patios open this year, and I’m sure I’ve missed some of them!
Thank you for this. It’s the beginning of March 2021 and we’re looking for when patios will open to see humans again! Appreciate the research!
It likely won’t be long! I’m sure most restaurants with patios will open as soon as the weather allows! Until then, these are all good options.
I love this article! But where is the map that was mentioned at the beginning of the post?
Sorry, I had the map made last year (2020) when there were a lot more igloo/patio options! I haven’t made one for this year. Sorry for the confusion.
With the continued high rates of respiratory infections in October 2023, it would be helpful to know there are restuarants offering options for dining outdoors even as temperatures start to fall. Many would love to dine out on Cleveland restaurant patios while avoiding illness indoors. Heaters seem like such a small expense to offer guests. In 2020 and 2021 many restaurants welcomed outdoor diners by offering patios with heaters and igloos. Your website posted these outdoor winter dining locations. Immunocompromised residents in northeast Ohio who seek to avoid infections frequent Cleveland restaurants in good weather. They spend money on fine dining just the same as those willing to risk infection, but they continue to need enhanced safeguards in 2023. Will you be posting locations that continue to offer cold weather patio dining options such as heaters or igloos in 2023?
I will, Theresa, but restaurants do not announce this info very far in advance, so I have to wait until the weather truly starts to get cold to see which restaurants will once again offer igloos/outdoor heaters. I would expect the 2023 list to be similar to 2022, though.