San Antonio only has a few days left to enjoy mild temperatures before summer’s angry return. That means locals should plan to enjoy the waning days of patio bites STAT. These best Alamo City spots for outdoor dining this spring combine chic atmospheres with effortless warm-weather fare. Grab a cocktail, and you won’t mind the emerging tan lines.

Anaqua Garden Bar
It might not have the drama of the White Lotus, but this poolside stunner at the Plaza San Antonio Hotel and Spa is just as good for gossip. Shaded by a pergola and potted palms, the chic property squeezes in tight rows of loungers to bring some casual eavesdropping into the fun. Perk up your ears when you hear food and drink suggestions. We’re usually raving about the rum-soaked House of Don Ramon cocktail and the Guacapoke with zingy Ahi tuna.

Domingo
With views of the San Antonio River and the city’s stunning architecture, the Canopy’s signature restaurant widens the imagination on what San Antonio hotel restaurants can be. It feels freshest during brunch when the restaurant serves churro waffles and halibut with calabacitas stew. Keep the party going afterward by having an Afternoon Spritz at Lo Cura, the property’s tiny bar tucked into a River Walk alcove.

Domingo features breathtaking River Walk views.Domingo/ Facebook

Down on Grayson
The preppy black-and-white striped umbrellas might suggest this near-Pearl hot spot is buttoned-up. The actual experience is anything but. A constant stream of guests ensures a vivacious atmosphere, amped up with a couple of spicy margaritas. Although the restaurant serves fancier plates like crispy snapper or a New York Strip, save them for indoor dining. Instead, embrace the classy cookout vibes with a fat Char King burger.

Il Forno
A wild tangle of foliage hangs over guests at this pizzeria, evoking Campania wine country without resorting to Mamma Mia cliches. Diners will want to keep the illusion going with the house Montepulciano. A carnivorous crew will gravitate to the meaty Intero, but even they should consider going off-script. Things Found Underground, topped with potatoes, leeks, spring onions, and preserved lemon, is springtime on charred crust.

Il Forno brings Italian charm without the cliches.Il Forno/ Facebook

La Fogata
The Vance Jackson location of this Tex-Mex classic might be the only San Antonio restaurant with more Yelp photos of the outside than the inside. Who can blame guests for wanting to take a few selfies among the babbling fountain and swaying papel picado? Even after a basket of chips, the house margaritas can be sneaky. Order the Un Poquito de Todo plate to gird yourself from the punch.

Ladino
There are precious few seats outside this stylish Pearl spot, so consider making a standing appointment. The modern Mediterranean fare deserves a breeze, even if it’s not filled with salt air. A skin-contact Rkatsiteli will take guests from the spicy feta dip to the harissa shrimp. Switch over to the cardamom coffee-spiked Un Cafiko cocktail for the Medjool date cake.

Otto’s Ice House
This Pearl newcomer sands down some of the rough edges of traditional San Antonio ice houses without losing any of the charm. Although the spot serves cocktails, beer seems more natural, whether from a bucket or mixed up into a michelada. Visit Thursday through Sunday to enjoy live music in the front yard. But don’t crunch too loudly on the white Cheddar-dusted pork skins.