FERNANDO’S MEXICAN CUISINE Upscale Tex-Mex cuisine, stellar margaritas, friendly service and a killer weekend brunch with $4 Bloody Marys and Margarita Swirls make Fernando’s a local patio-available favorite. www.fernandostexmex.com CASA MILAGROS An intimate patio featuring quaint string lighting and seasonally blooming plants have made Casa Milagros a consistent favorite among readers. It’s like a little taste of Mexico—right in Richardson. www.casamilagrorestaurant.com WILDFLOWER PATIO AND GRILL FormerlyknownasMarcusCafé,Wildflowerhasmodern Texas cuisine and a flower-filled patio that make this a no-brainer choice for Happy Hour, Date Night, or relaxing weekend evenings. www.wildflowerpatioandgrill.com MI COCINA (WATTERS CREEK) A beautiful patio with umbrellas, lush greenery and a nice view of the creek keep this patio well-populated. Enjoy the ducks as they swim by—while you’re hoisting a Mambo Taxi Margarita (or two). www.micocinarestaurants.com THE RUSTIC Local, craft beers,Texas wines and spirits, live music and a large patio with picnic tables give The Rustic a taste of Austin, Dallas-style. Don’t miss the Cactus Fritters or Wild Boar Meatballs—perfect to share while you’re soaking in the social scene. www.therustic.com Lekka Fernando's Mexican Cuisine Casa Milagros Mi Cocina (Watters Creek) “Perfect fall weather for cocktailing with friends or just enjoying a little 'me' time." goodTO GO The Rustic Check out more great restaurants in our Dining Guide at GoodLifeFamilyMag.com.