Watch comings and goings along Cantrell Road while enjoying dinner specials and other menu treats at the outdoor patio of Trio's.

Cooler weather promises the pleasures of outdoor dining. What restaurants have the best decks, patios and/or porches? Why do you like them? Note your favorites in Comments below; InArkansas.com will report on the results.

And check out some of InArkansas.com's favorites.

Acadia -- Sit in the shade on the three-tiered wood terrace, sip a cocktail and enjoy watching the joggers and dog walkers along Kavanaugh Boulevard.

Boscos -- The outdoor tables catch breezes from the nearby Arkansas River in this River Market restaurant.

Buffalo Grill (Riverdale location) -- Savor a burger or signature salad on a spacious wooden deck  next to Botanica Gardens.

Casa Manana -- Gotta love the roofed and railed deck behind the restaurant that's pleasant rain or shine.

Cheers in the Heights -- People sometimes wait in line for an outside table beneath the covered patio, even when there's plenty of room inside.

Copper Grill  -- An airy, plant-bedecked area shows off the best of downtown.

Dizzy's Gypsy Bistro -- The exterior porch at this River Market eatery is tight-packed and popular.

Pizza Cafe -- We enjoy the huge fans that keep us cool when sitting outdoors and the plexiglass half-walls that keep the wind at bay.

Taziki's -- Find a table on the deck at the airy rear of this popular fast-casual restaurant, not at the tables fenced off in the busy front parking lot.

Trio's -- Pull up a chair on the patio at this stylish, hospitable restaurant known for its creative cocktails and menu innovation and consistency.  

YaYa's Euro Bistro -- A serene outdoor setting sits far away from the bustle of Chenal Parkway. 

ZaZa -- We bring our small dogs here when we want to dine outdoors. The staff is dog-friendly, as are the other patrons (at least so far).