Summer is all about slowing down, getting together, and enjoying good food. Whether you’re meeting friends for brunch, grabbing coffee on the go, enjoying a family dinner, or treating yourself to dessert, there’s no better season to explore the local dining scene.
Use this Summer Dining Bucket List to see how many food-inspired adventures you can check off before summer ends!
☐ Enjoy a meal on a patio.
☐ Order something you’ve never tried before.
☐ Grab an iced coffee or refreshing summer drink.
☐ Treat yourself to dessert after dinner.
☐ Visit a locally owned restaurant.
☐ Have brunch with friends or family.
☐ Pick up fresh-baked pastries or bread.
☐ Try a seasonal menu item.
☐ Enjoy takeout at a park, lake, or picnic spot.
☐ Order your favorite comfort food.
☐ Discover a new restaurant.
☐ Share an appetizer with the table.
☐ Enjoy breakfast somewhere other than home.
☐ Support a small local business.
☐ Try a signature dish recommended by the staff.
☐ Enjoy dinner downtown.
☐ Indulge in a sweet treat on a hot day.
☐ Bring a friend to one of your favorite dining spots.
☐ Take a food photo worth sharing.
☐ Make memories over a great meal.
Your Score
0–5: Summer is just getting started.
6–12: You’re making the most of the season.
13–19: Official Summer Food Explorer.
20: Local Dining Legend!
Looking for inspiration? This Dining Guide is filled with local favorites ready to help you complete your list—from coffee and pastries to barbecue, brunch, Southern comfort food, and desserts. Whether you’re stopping by Be Kind Coffee Co., Dewey’s Bakery, Little Richard’s BBQ, Jeffrey Adams on Fourth, or discovering a new favorite, summer is the perfect time to savor everything our local dining scene has to offer.
