The best dishes for alfresco dining at Time Out Market Chicago

Looking for something light to enjoy while soaking up the sun? Avli’s delightful Greek salad fits the bill. Brimming with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, feta and Kalamata olives, this bright and refreshing mix is tailor-made for warm days. If you need protein, add a chicken skewer or pork gyros.

Nothing says summer like a frozen treat, and none are more epic than Firecakes’ donut ice cream sandwich. Choose a glazed, sprinkles or seasonal donut, select an ice cream flavor and finish it off with indulgent sauces or toppings. Take your sweet creation outside and enjoy it with the breeze at your back. It’s guaranteed to make you smile.

It’s not quite the same as laying on the shores of Honolulu, but a poke bowl from Arami will brighten your day immensely. Find a seat outside and dig into a trio of diced raw fish—tuna, salmon and hamachi—alongside avocado, daikon sprouts, fried onions, cucumber and cilantro over a bed of sushi rice. It’s light, refreshing and the perfect summer-y dish to eat when the weather’s nice.

No-fuss and portable, Evette’s wraps are ideal for eating on Time Out Market Chicago’s patio. A Lebanese pita is filled with your choice of protein—chicken shawarma, steak shawarma, halloumi or lamb and beef—plus lettuce, tomato, pickled onions, pickles, fries, cucumber and yogurt. You don’t have to worry about making a mess and best of all, it’s undeniably delicious.

Chips and guac are one of the ultimate outdoor crowd pleasers, and for good reason. Lil Amaru’s stellar version packs a bit of heat thanks to serrano peppers and though it’s meant to be shared, we wouldn’t blame you for being a little selfish. Pair it with a margarita from the bar and you’ll almost feel like you’re on a beach in Mexico.

Who says you have to keep things light with alfresco dining? Go hog wild and pig out on chef D’Andre Carter’s mouthwatering smoked meats—we won’t judge. His meaty slabs of spare ribs should be devoured outside with reckless abandon like you’re at a family barbecue. Just make sure to bring some extra napkins to wipe up the saucy mess.