Dining in at a restaurant is usually the norm, but being able to dine outside is a treat!

When the weather conditions cooperate, dining outside can add so much to a meal.

Perhaps you can enjoy a nice meal or a beverage with friends and family while also enjoying nature.

Where’s your favorite spot to “eat out?”

Nominate it to be part of our “Best Place for Outdoor Dining,” as Patch unveils its Readers' Choice.

Just log in and post your vote in the comments section below. You may nominate multiple places, but please post each nomination in a separate comment so we can make sure they are all counted. Your nominee must be in one of our Patches to be eligible.

Nominations are due by July 9.

Voting for Readers’ Choice 2012 will begin in late July and winners will be announced in August.