As weather gets warmer, it's prime time for patios

Sharon Thompson MARKCORNELISON|STAFF

Ahh, spring. Now, we can go out to eat again.

The long snowy winter kept many of us from dining out as often. It was easier to scramble eggs or make a sandwich in a warm home kitchen than it was to venture out on icy streets and sidewalks.

Warmer days produce cravings for our favorite chef-prepared salmon or bacon-wrapped tenderloin.

Let's make up for those lost dinners by trying new places this spring, and supporting our local restaurateurs.

Patio report

It might not be short-sleeve weather just yet, but several Lexington restaurants with notable al fresco dining scenes have their patios open or will open them soon. Here are some:

Azur Restaurant, 3070 Lakecrest Circle, will open its patio this weekend, and whenever the weather permits. Call (859) 296-1007 or go to Azurrestaurant.com.

Cheapside Bar & Grill, 131 Cheapside, is open when it is not snowing or raining. Call (859) 254-0046 or got to Cheapsidebarandgrill.com.

The patio at The Grey Goose, 170 Jefferson Street, officially opens Friday. Call (859) 233-1500.

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As weather gets warmer, it's prime time for patios