St. Louis is home to many, many delightful patios and yes, that's something we've covered time and again. (See this list, and this one, and this one, and !) But let's face it: You can't always get a seat at Bar Italia or Scape, and sometimes even the vast garden at McGurk's doesn't have a free table. When the weather has everyone dreaming of dining al fresco, you may want to try one of these under-the-radar patios instead. Some of these places have only recently opened (or reopened); others are simply a bit more off-the-beaten track. Either way, they're worth a try when the weather is hot and the rest of the city is patiently standing line, waiting for a table at Vin de Set. -- with contributions from Cheryl Baehr, Evan Sult and Sarah Fenske