Like other Michiganders, Chesterfield Township and New Baltimore food lovers were cooped up during the lengthy cold months. But, with the warm weather comes outdoor dining options aplenty. 

Here's a sample of some places with patio seating in the communities:

• Bad Brad's BBQ recently opened its new patio area, complete with landscaping, brick fireplace, small pond and several seating options.
• Louis' Chop House offers fine dining al fresco with its linen-draped tables along the patio.
• Rosie O'Grady's brings the Irish pub outside, where food and drinks are served throughout the afternoon and evening hours.
• Wintergarden Tavern features daily drink specials that mix well with the great outdoors on the newer business' patio. 
• Buffalo Wild Wings lets wing-lovers choose their spices while soaking up the sun during the day or cooling down at night. 
• Panera Bread shades guests with umbrellas as they sip on smoothies and soups and munch on sandwiches.
• If picnics are more your forte, consider Walter and Mary Burke or Brandenburg parks for views of Anchor Bay.