San Francisco Outdoor Dining Guide: 320+ Patios & Restaurants

UPDATE: Mayor London Breed announced that Outdoor dining may resume in San Francisco beginning 8am on Thursday, January 28, 2021. It is limited to up to 6 people total from up to two households at a table. Live entertainment is allowed except for singing or brass or wind instruments.

It took a lot of legwork and phone calls, but we’ve uncovered 320 restaurants and bars (so far) that are opening for outdoor dining.

Who did we miss? Know of any other restaurants opening for outdoor dining – fill out this form (quickest) or email us (slowest) at events_crew@funcheap.com with the details and links.

Here’s our list. Please note we’ve done our best to get all the details correct, but hours of operation and menus may change without notice during these early days so please contact the restaurant to confirm first before heading out.

Outdoor Dining Resumes January 28

Please note that exact details are still to be determined and exact locations below will be updated shortly. 

UPDATES

• 1/25/21 – All outdoor dining must end by 10pm until SF enters the state’s red tier.
• 1/25/21 – Bars, wineries and breweries without food must remain closed at all times

“Shared Spaces”
Streets Closed for Outdoor Dining

Last updated 1/28/21 – See the full list of 30+ streets closed

• Grant – Chinatown
• Valencia Street – Mission
• Taraval Street – Sunset/Parkside
• Galvez Avenue – Bayview
• Irving Street – Sunset
• Austin Street – Lower Polk
• Natoma Street
• Hayes Valley
• Jane Warner Plaza – Castro
• 18th Street – Castro
• Larkin Street – Tenderloin
• 37th Avenue – Outer Sunset Farmers Market & Mercantile
• Beach Street – Ghirardelli Square
• Ellis Street – Union Square
• Ocean Avenue Parking Lot
• Noe Street – Castro / Duboce Triangle
• 37th Avenue – Sunset Wellness Mercantile
• O’Farrell Street – Fillmore Merchants
• Jessie Street – Westfield San Francisco Centre

There are also many single-business sponsored street closures throughout San Francisco.

San Francisco Outdoor Restaurant Guide

Last checked on 10/22/20 at 9:43pm

Newly Added to the List

• Cole Valley – CreoLa – Shared Spaces Dining in Street serving cajun/creole food.
• Cole Valley – Kezar Bar & Restaurant – Sidewalk Tables
• Corte Madera – Burmatown – Serving Burmese food from front patio outdoor dining.
• Financial District – Cafe Tiramisu – Pino Spinoso from Cafe Tiramisu on Belden Place in the financial district of San Francisco, perhaps the first restaurant with an outdoor permit. Belden Place is a unique place with Italian, French and Spanish restaurants with a typically European/San Francisco History.
• Financial District – Sam’s Grill & Seafood Restaurant – Back Patio
• Lafayette – Roam Artisan Burgers – Roam’s Lafayette restaurant is currently open for outdoor dining, takeout and delivery Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
• Marina – Dragon Well – Parklet. Dragon Well has been locals favorite Chinese restaurant for over 22 years. Made with natural ingredients – Dragon Well is the ultimate healthy comfort food.
• Marina – Roam Artisan Burgers – Roam Artisan Burgers is a premier fine-casual dining destination with six locations in the Bay Area that source flavorful, nutrient-rich meats from animals that are humanely raised on open pastures serving proteins, salads, soups, sides, shakes and sodas crafted from fresh seasonal ingredients. Roam’s San Francisco restaurants on Union Street and Fillmore Street are currently open for outdoor dining, takeout and delivery from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.
• Marina – The Tipsy Pig – Back Patio, Street side and Parklet seating. Tue Wed Thur 4-930, Fri 12-930, Sat/Sun 11-930 (brunch on the weekends)
• Mission Dist. – Atlas Cafe – Parklet with unique sandwiches, pizzas and great salads. Vegan, vegetarian and carnivore options. Beer, wine, kombucha on tap and fantastic coffee drinks
• Mission Dist. – Sushi Shio – Delicious omakase sushi in a warm and serene back patio. Four small tables but they can be joined to seat slightly larger parties.
• Mission Dist. – Zeitgeist – Happy Hour – Beer Garden with glass partitions between picnic tables. Open 7 days a week (4-8pm M-W, 9-2pm+4-9pm Th, 3-10pm F, 1-10pm Sat, 1-6pm Sun), with 22 picnic table “booths” seating up to 8 patrons each. With 18 beers on tap, full bar & classic burger menu, Zeitgeist is continuing to offer its classic experience, albeit with servers at the tables and a bunch of sanitizing. Look at the events page for upcoming music and stand-up comedy performances as well as outdoor film viewings. On Thursday mornings, Zeitgeist is offering “Zeitcafe” collaborating with Four Barrel coffee to provide the much-missed SF cafe experience – strong coffee, breakfast menu, high speed wifi, private booths and laptops welcome. / Zeitgeist is offering a $7 bloody mary special each Thursday from 9 am til 2 pm
• Nob Hill – Flippers Gourmet Burgers – Sidewalk Tables serving 100% Niman Ranch 1/2 lb burgers, newly opened, applied for outdoor seating.
• NoPa – Madrone Lounge – The Madrone Art Bar parklet patio is now open Tuesday-Sunday 4-9pm for socially responsible food, drinks & music. 22 Outdoor Seats, bring layers.
• NoPa – Ragazza – Ragazza, which means girl in Italian, is an homage to the amazingly talented female cooks in owner Sharon Ardiana’s family. Ragazza is an Italian restaurant, featuring Neapolitan-style pizzas using local farm fresh produce and is also known for its hearty salads. Ragazza has an enclosed, but open air heated patio gazebo, which is now accepting reservations for dining. Ragazza has been a San Francisco Chronicle Top 100 restaurant and is a neighborhood favorite. Ragazza is also open for limited indoor dining and for takeout.
• Other – Limonocello – Sidewalk Tables with great neighbourhood italian sandiwches. Recently extended to include pizza , wine tasting and local italian food and wine
• Presidio Heights – Sociale – Lovely Italian restaurant with outdoor dining on front patio
• Richmond District – Outer – Cassava – Parklet
• Russian Hill – Harper & Rye – Outdoor cocktails and food from Co-Nam on new parklet
• San Ramon – Roam Artisan Burgers – Roam’s San Ramon Bay Meadows restaurant is currently open for outdoor dining, takeout and delivery Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The San Ramon City Center location is open Sunday through Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• SoMa – OASIS – Rooftop dining is pretty cool. Drag performances throughout the day. This was a booming drag club (with an awesome “Sex in the City Live” show. Now turned restaurant and drag delivery service (Meals on Heels). Website says: Fridays 5pm – 9pm Saturdays 4pm – 9pm Sundays 3pm – 8pm
• Union Square – Pabu – Terrace seating with heaters. Outdoor dining terrace with heaters. Features the finest sourced fresh seafood, which is flown in daily from Japan’s famed Toyosu Market.
• West Portal – Spiazzo – Shared Spaces Dining in Street. Neighborhood fave with reasonably priced Italian cuisine

Confirmed Happy Hours

• Castro – The Detour – Happy Hour – Arcade bar (minus the arcade games for now) outdoor patio open Wed-Sun from Noon to 8pm (Fri, Sat, Sun open until 9pm) / Happy Hour Wed-Fri (4-6p) – Well drinks $6, Beer & shot $12, $4 wings, $1 off house wine and drafts.
• Cole Valley – Padrecito – Happy Hour – Mexican spot at Carl and Cole with seasonal menu, House made tortillas and salsas. Outdoor dining limited to 1 1/2 hours per reservation. Open Tuesday-Friday 4PM-8:30PM, Saturday 11AM-8:30PM, Sunday 11AM-8:00PM / Happy Hour with $6 margaritas on outdoor patio, Tuesday-Friday 4-5pm during outdoor dining.
• Embarcadero – La Mar – Happy Hour – Bayside Peruvian restaurant opening outdoor dining on Tuesday, June 16th open for lunch from 11am-2pm and Dinner from 5-8:30pm everyday. / Happy Hour is Monday through Friday from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
• Financial District – Escape from New York – Happy Hour – Huge thin-crust slices, beer, wine salads and meatball subs with outdoor seating in alley 1/2 block from Montgomery. / Happy hour 4-6pm $3 beer and $3 slices.
• Financial District – Patriot House – Happy Hour – Gastropub In Embarcadero 2 with American food plus cocktails, beer and wine with a large outdoor space with pelnty of seating and views of the Tranny Building. / Happy Hour is 2-6pm $1 off all draft $1 off House Wine $10 Cocktail of the Day $2 off Select Appetizers
• Fisherman’s Wharf – Cioppino’s – Happy Hour – Named after that lusty and flavorful seafood soup with Dungeness crab which is uniquely San Franciscan. Restaurant has a huge 110 person capacity patio, newly added tented “Beer Garden” space for Happy Hour / Happy Hour with $3.00 draft beer or $4.00 wine with the purchase of a pizza. Thurs-Sun 4pm-6pm
• Fisherman’s Wharf – Scoma’s – Happy Hour – Classic SF seafood restaurant serving Pacific seafood, caught on small boats, and brought to our pier by local fishermen. They also offer a full bar program with premium crafted cocktails and an extensive award-winning wine list to complement your meal. Outdoor dining only, weather permitting from 12- 7PM daily. Their outdoor setup is the closest you can get to dining on the water in SF. / Happy Hour, 3-5PM Monday through Thursday with Insane deals on Scoma’s Pier to Plate local seafood
• Ghirardelli Square – San Francisco Brewing Company – Happy Hour – Big outdoor patio and beer garden serving small batch craft beer and yummy bites. Open every day from 3-8pm. / Enjoy a special $3 beer during their happy hour Monday – Friday (3 – 6 PM) with prices increasing by $1 each hour until 6 PM.
• Japantown – Pa’ina Lounge & Restaurant – Happy Hour – Asian-American comfort food with poke, tropical cocktails and “boba dranks” with outdoor dining / Happy hour from 3-5pm
• Lower Haight – Maven – Happy Hour – Enjoy Bourbon cocktails, bloody marys and upscale dishes like Duck Hash and Ube pancakes and Cochinita Pork Tacos on newly-built gorgeous parklet on Haight and Steiner with succulent sculpture built from reclaimed pallets. Open Tue – Sun 4.30 pm -8.30 pm. / Happy Hour, free old fashioned with burger. 4.30 pm – 5.30 pm.
• Mid-Market – Cadillac Bar & Grill – Happy Hour – Tex-mex space near Twitter with new lower prices. Back Patio open Friday and Saturday from 11:30am to 8pm. Reservations recommended. / Happy hour 3-6pm with $6 hours margaritas and $5 draft beer
• Mission Bay – ATwater Tavern – Happy Hour – Waterfront dining within earshot of Oracle Park. / Happy hour all day, $2 off house wine, all draft beer and well liquors.
• Mission Bay – Parklab Gardens – Happy Hour – Food truck park next to mini golf course. Open Monday – Sunday 10 am for golf, 11 am for food to 8 pm. Food closes on weekdays from 3-5 pm. / Parklab Happy Hour Monday – Friday 4-7 – glass of sangria $5. Classic red wine, or Peachy Time Rosé sangria – agave wine margaritas $7. Classic Lime, or Strawberry. – glass of house red, white or rosé wine $6
• Mission Bay – Spark Social SF – Happy Hour – Food truck park with fire pits and double-decker bus opening on Wednesday June 17th with new social distancing circles on the lawn, limited seating. / Happy Hour Monday- Friday 4-7 – glass of sangria $5. Classic red sangria, or Watermelon white wine sangria -glass of house red, white or rosé wine $6
• Mission Dist. – Gracias Madre Restaurant – Happy Hour – A 100% plant-based organic Mexican restaurant. Recently opened their outdoor patio with only 6 tables available, open from 11am-9pm 7 days a week. / Happy Hour 7 days a week from 2pm-6pm. Their glasses of red sangria, red Tempranillo wine, and Chardonnay are $5. Happy hour cerveza is $5. House Margaritas are $8. Single tacos, gorditas, and tostadas are $5. Happy Hour size nachos are $8.
• Mission Dist. – Hawker Fare – Happy Hour – Lao Isaan eatery and Tiki Bar on Valencia between 17th and 18th with outdoor seating. Serves up tropcial drinks like prickly pear daquris plus $15 lunch specials / Happy Hour Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays from 4-6pm. $10 cocktails and $14 bar bites
• Mission Dist. – Napper Tandy – Happy Hour – Irish sports bar on 24th street expects to have permit for outdoor seating ready for Friday, June 19th. / Happy hour 4 to 7 Monday to Friday includes $6 Margaritas Green apple / raspberry/ jalapeño pineapple/ and lime.
• Mission Dist. – West of Pecos – Happy Hour – A Southern inspired restaurant and cocktail bar.
  / Happy Hour is Monday to Friday 4:00PM – 6:00PM
• Parkmerced – The Lister Bar / Hall of Flame – Happy Hour – Bar with large backdoor patio serves Hall of Flame burgers. Open every day Noon to 10pm make reservations for seating at least 12 hours in advance. Some tables saved for walk-in. Order food directly from bar and get delivered to table. Wednesdays at 7pm it’s socially distant trivia night. / Happy Hour 4-7pm weekdays $1 off well drinks and draft beers.
• Potrero Hill – Mochica – Happy Hour – Peruvian-inspired restaurant with signature Peruvian cocktails has reopened patio dining Tue-Thu (4-9p) and Fri-Sun (11a-10p). Closed Mondays. / Happy Hour 4pm-5:30pm Tuesday-Sunday
• SoMa – Alchemist Bar & Lounge / Woodbury – Happy Hour – Gastropub has new street-side parklet one block from Oracle Park with outdoor dining and cocktails with house made infusions and hand crafted syrups. Mon-Sat from 3pm to 8pm / Happy hour from 3pm to 5pm with $6 wine, $7 Sparkling Rose, $10 Margarita, Old Fashioned, Aperol Spritz or Pliny of the Elder, and $4 select beers.
• SoMa – Lao Table – Happy Hour – Stylish “East Cut” Thai restaurant with outdoor patio, a $12 “Back to Basics” menu served in eco-friendly banana leaf packaging (instead of plastic containers) / Happy hour M-F from 4pm to 7pm with $1 oysters, $3.50 beer, $7 wine and cocktails in theiroutdoor area.
• SoMa – The Pink Elephant Alibi – Happy Hour – Vegas-style Brunch, gourmet entrées, organic fruit and herb-Infused cocktails, craft monastery beers. Open for outdoor dining Tuesday-Thursday: 4-9:pm Bottomless Mimosa ($30): Friday – Sunday: 12-8pm / Thursdays: Free Taco Thursdays (4-9pm) – Buy two drinks and get a free taco or save taco points. Also Birthdays: Free Shot for anyone who missed their birthday March till Now.
• Western Addition – Scopo Divino – Happy Hour – Wine bar with live music at California & Divisadero. Happy Hour Daily from 3-6 (1/2 price oysters and 20% off beer & wine), and daily for dinner from 3-9 pm with brunch Saturdays and Sundays from 11am-3pm. / Happy Hours Daily from 3-6 (1/2 price oysters and 20% off beer & wine)
• SoMa – Alexander’s Steakhouse – Happy Hour – The Patio by Alexander’s Steakhouse is a casual outdoor experience that features some of the favorites from the Steakhouse, combined with some amazing pastas that have been created by Hours of operation are Wednesday through Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with Sunday brunch served from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. / The Patio has a dog-friendly Yappy Hour Wednesday through Friday from 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. during which guests are encouraged to bring along their furry friends who will receive some dog-friendly treats. Discounted bites, cocktails and wine offered at this time include $5 hamachi shots, $12 cocktails and $10 glasses of wine.
• Financial District – The Lightbox Café – Happy Hour – Now open for outdoor dining, they have reconfigured the restaurant to allow social distancing while also creating a place to rela. Open Monday-Friday from 6:30AM-8:00PM! / Happy Hours are Monday – Friday, 3pm – 7pm. Enjoy $5 Beer, $7 Wine, and some tasty appetizers.
• Marina – Café Boho – Happy Hour – Front patio + secret garden with unique eats, European-California fusion, cakes and a happy hour. / Happy Hour is Tuesday to Sunday, 5:00pm-6:30pm with $3 beer, $5 wine and $1 oysters (served by 1/2 or full dozen)
• Outer Richmond – Foghorn Taproom – Happy Hour – A beer bar with 15 rotating wing sauces, 12 rotating craft beer taps, and rotisserie chicken that rotates too! Have a pitcher while watching the game. Their Parklet dining is now open, Monday – Friday at 12pm – 10pm, Saturday – Sunday at 12pm – 10pm. / Happy Hour on weekdays between 3-6pm with $1 off all beers
• Outer Richmond – The Links Bar and Grill – Happy Hour – Offers great local foods and specialty cocktails in a fun, social atmosphere their outdoor back patio is open Monday to Sunday 11 am -8 pm but close on Tuesday.
  / Super Sunset Happy Hour starts at 3pm – 8pm for Covid special project.
• Tenderloin – Ben Thai – Happy Hour – Seating takes place in an open public space at Austin Alley (at Polk St.) which is dedicated to outdoor dining. Hours of Operation: Sun/Tues/Wed/Thurs 3-9pm; Fri/Sat 3-11pm; Closed Mondays / Happy Hour is every day from 5p to 7p. All appetizers $1 off, all draft beer $2 off, all bottled beer $1 off, Mimosa or sangria $1 off.
• Mission Bay – Death by Taco – Happy Hour – Mediterranean-Turkish meze/tapas bar with daily brunch, Monday-Friday 9 am-3 pm, Saturday-Sunday 8 am-3 pm. Dinner is Wednesday-Sunday 5 pm-9 pm. Parklet and outdoor dining is available. / Happy Hour is between 4pm and 6pm Monday to Friday and ALL DAY Tuesday. Margarita $8, $32 pitcher and Fish Taco $4(instead of $7)
• Embarcadero – Osha Thai – Happy Hour – Experience the modern twist on authentic street food of Bangkok. Their front patio outdoor dining is open Mon to Thu 11 am to 8 pm and Friday to Sat 11 am to 9 pm. / Happy Hour is 4 pm to 7 pm with $1 Oysters.
• Mission Bay – SF Kebab – Happy Hour – Enjoy their Mediterranean Cuisine such as gyros, wraps, kebabs, hummus, tabbouleh, couscous, salads and more. Open Everyday with Outdoor Seating Available from 11am to 8pm / Happy Hour (Beer on Tap, House Wines), Monday through Friday 3pm to 5pm
• SoMa – Mathilde French Bistro – Happy Hour – Taditional French Cuisine, serving dinner on our heated patio with retractable awning to keep you warm. Tuesday to Saturday, 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Enjoy Live Jazz Music every Thursday from 6:30-9:30pm. / Unwind with wine, drinks and appetizer specials Thursday – Saturday from 5:30-6:30 pm.

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Bayview

• Bayview – All Good Pizza – Brick-oven pizza, beer and wine with outdoor patio. Open for outdoor dining starting Friday June 12 – open Tuesday through Saturdays 10:30am to 5pm
• Bayview – Cafe Envy – Lettuce bowls, jerk salmon and zoodles at restaurant owned by Black women. Open for outdoor dining starting Friday 6/12 at 3pm

Bernal Heights

• Bernal Heights – Balompie Cafe – Serving up pupusas as well as typical Salvadoran dishes such as sopa de Mondongo, yucca and plantains. They also serve breakfast and handmade corn tortillas. Open for takeout and outside dining from 9am to 8pm (closed on Tuesdays.) on Mission and Richland.
• Bernal Heights – Bernal Star – Brunch, burgers and brews opening up starting June 12th for outdoor dining in patio plus sidewalk 4pm to 9pm Tuesday to Sunday.
• Bernal Heights – The Front Porch – Yummy fried chicken joint plans to officially open patio on July 7th, but running multiple soft openings in advance. Email thefrontporchsf@gmail.com to request dine-in for parties of 4 diners.

Castro

• Castro – Anchor Oyster Bar – Same local owner since 1977 serving the Chronicle’s “favorite clam chowder” plus oysters (duh!). Two sidewalk tables.
• Castro – Blind Butcher – Stylsih and rusitc 18th Street spot serving crispy buttermilk oysters, chees boards, salads and rack of lamb. Seven sidewalk tables
• Castro – Bonita Taqueria Y Rotisserie – Mexican food, rotisserie chicken and cocktails on big open patio on 16th near Market. $5 to go happy hour.
• Castro – Canela Bistro & Wine Bar – Spanish tapas, entrees & wines, plus homemade desserts on Market Street with packed sidewalk tables
• Castro – Castro Coffee Company – Outdoor patio next to the Castro Theater serving coffee, teas and cheese
• Castro – Castro Tarts Cafe & Bakery – Asian breakfast, coffee, tea, salads smoothies and juices with three sidewalk tables.
• Castro – Catch – Upscale seafood restaurant on Market near Castro with limited seating on outdoor heated patio and on the sidewalk
• Castro – Duboce Park Cafe – Serving kale smoothies, avocado shakes, house-brewed coffee plus salad, bahn mi, vegan wraps and breakfast. Across street from Duboce Park, dog-friendly outdoor dining open M–Su 8a-4p
• Castro – Fable – Stunning three-tiered heated patio with seasonally inspired dishes, opening June 12th. Call to make your reservation 415-590-2404.
• Castro – Gai – Serving Thai-style chicke and rice, Thai iced tea and Vietnamese ice coffe on happy little red tables and chairs on the sidewalk
• Castro – Gyro Express – Fast casual Mediterranean spot on corner of Castro & 18th with four sidewalk tabls
• Castro – Harvey’s – Named after Harvey Milk, four high-top sidewalk tables on 18th. Open 7 days a week
• Castro – HiTops – Mashup of Korean, Mexican and California serving bowls, burritos and poke. Two tiny little tables out front
• Castro – Il Casaro Pizzeria & Mozzarella Bar – 235 Church St. at Market St. Wood-fired Napolitan style pizza sidewalk dining starts Friday, June 12th
• Castro – Kantine – Scandinavian foods, breads, pastrie plus killer coffee, beer and wine with outdoor seating on Market at Laguna. Tuesday through Friday 8am to 2pm. Open Sat & Sun 9am to 2pm
• Castro – Kasa Indian Eatery – Kati rolls and Indian burritos with two small sidewalk tables on 18th and Noe
• Castro – Kitchen Story – Brunch spot with millionaire’s bacon reopens patio staring Friday, June 12. 10am-2:00pm (Weekday Brunch) and 9am-2:00pm (Weekend Brunch). Reservations for weekday only
• Castro – L’Ardoise Bistro – Delish upscale French restaurant on Noe St. in the middle of residential block sets up sidewalk dining serving steak frites, coq au vin and wine
• Castro – La Tortilla – Two little tables out front of standard counter-serve Mexican joing
• Castro – Lark Food & Wine – Souvlaki, Kurdish meatballs, Gree chicken swekers, wraps, charcuterie and cheese boards open for outdoor dining on 18th St.
• Castro – Lookout – Sidewalk drinks along 16th Street and Market
• Castro – Midnight Sun – LGBT bar on 18th Street with large outdoor dining area in the street with cocktails, beer and Oz pizza. Typically open until 9pm.
• Castro – Mix Neighborhood Bar – Small bar spilling out onto the 18th Street sidewalk. Not sure if they are supposed to open yet, but it’s been a lively scene recently.
• Castro – Oz Burger – Burgers, fries and shakes with a few outdoor tables. Probably the ugliest outdoor signage of any restaurant in SF.
• Castro – Oz Pizza – Giant thin-crust slices w/ unusual flavors (figgy piggy and ostrich) plus chocolate covered bacon and beer. Four sidewalk tables
• Castro – Poesia Osteria Italiana – Very cozy neighborhood italian restaurant with back patio and front deck dining on 18th btwn Castro and Noe.
• Castro – Project Juice – Juices, paleo waffles, superfood smoothie bowls. Open for contactless delivery with two tables in front.
• Castro – Qualitea – Bubble tea shop on 18th near Noe with two tables out front.
• Castro – Saucy Asian – Mashup of Korean, Mexican and California serving bowls, burritos and poke. Two tiny little tables out front
• Castro – Starbelly – Cozy comfort food with craft beer and cocktails. Reservations accepted for outdoor dining starting 6/15. Heated patio.
• Castro – Taco Boys – Two tiny little tables outside taco and burrito shop on Market next to Super Duper
• Castro – Taco Ogasmica – Colorful mexian spot with outdoor dining on Market St., fresh tortillas, burittos, aguas frescas and margaritas.
• Castro – The Castro Founatin – Soda fountain–inspired ice cream shop serving housemade scoops, cakes, cookies & pies.Open 2-7p Wednesday to Sunday with outdoor benches on the sidewalk.
• Castro – The Cove – Castro Street cafe with a few sidewalk tables serving tons of breakfast & brunch items along with mimosas and bloodies
• Castro – The Detour – Happy Hour – Arcade bar (minus the arcade games for now) outdoor patio open Wed-Sun from Noon to 8pm (Fri, Sat, Sun open until 9pm) / Happy Hour Wed-Fri (4-6p) – Well drinks $6, Beer & shot $12, $4 wings, $1 off house wine and drafts.
• Castro – U: Dessert Story – Next level Asian desserts influenced by Korean, Japanese and Thai passion like Boba Thai Tea Bingsoo, Matcha Crepe Cake, Chocolate Mochi Waffles and Blue Lychee drinks. Outdoor sidewalk seating can be reserved in advance, or waitlist for walk-in. Open 1-10pm Monday to Friday, Noon to 10pm Saturday and Sunday.
• Castro – Willkommen – Triangle-shaped fresh beer bar and German sausage joint opening outdoor tables on Monday, June 15th with tons of seating (for 60-10) on Market and Sanchez with planter boxes to help with the wind. Happy hour 5-6pm everyday get monster-sized stein liters for half-price.

Chinatown

• Chinatown – Boiling Shrimp Restaurant – Reasonably priced off the beaten path at 150 Waverly Place (near Washington) with authentic Northern Chinese comfort food and quick bites including Pot stickers, fried rice, wonton noodle soup, and fried seafood noodles. Restaurant hours may vary. Get takeout and enjoy outdoor dining with tables set up on Grant & Commercial Sat & Sun typically from 11am to 5pm through Sept. 20, 2020.
• Chinatown – Bow Han Restaurant – Known for Chinese comfort food, specialties include chicken, sausage and mushroom clay pot, curry chicken, Kung bow prawn, fresh oysters, fried eggplant and spring rolls. 850 Grant near Washington. Restaurant hours may vary. Get takeout and enjoy outdoor dining with tables set up on Grant & Commercial Sat & Sun typically from 11am to 5pm through Sept. 20, 2020.
• Chinatown – China Live! – A daily changing menu that often includes roasted peking duck with seasonal fruit glazes, taipei braised beef noodle soup, sheng jian bro dumplings, pan fried pork dumplings, lap cheong, chrysanthemum salad with starfruit vineyard, and sesame soft serve, and mango shaved ice. Outside dining, delivery and pickup only 4-8:30pm. 644 Broadway St. Restaurant hours may vary. Get takeout and enjoy outdoor dining with tables set up on Grant & Commercial Sat & Sun typically from 11am to 5pm through Sept. 20, 2020.
• Chinatown – Chinatown Restaurant – Open for outdoor dining and take-out Monday through Saturday 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Diners can enjoy balcony dining at this colorful restaurant, which serves dim sum, seafood, Peking duck and many traditional Northern and Southern Chinese dishes. 744 Washington across from Portsmouth Sq. Get takeout and enjoy outdoor dining with tables set up on Grant & Commercial Sat & Sun typically from 11am to 5pm through Sept. 20, 2020.
• Chinatown – Dim Sum Corner – New restaurant at picturesque corner of California and Grant serves cooked-to-order dim sum dishes prepared as delectable bite-sized portions in bamboo bow steamer baskets. Boba drinks and fruit teas also available. Restaurant hours may vary. Get takeout and enjoy outdoor dining with tables set up on Grant & Commercial Sat & Sun typically from 11am to 5pm through Sept. 20, 2020.
• Chinatown – Far East Cafe – Iconic restaurant at 631 Grant serves popular Cantonese dishes including fried chicken wings, wonton soup with vegetables and sweet and sour spare ribs. Restaurant hours may vary. Get takeout and enjoy outdoor dining with tables set up on Grant & Commercial Sat & Sun typically from 11am to 5pm through Sept. 20, 2020.
• Chinatown – Grand Place Restaurant – Well known for hanging ducks in the window and specializes in rice porridge soups, Chinese donuts, roast duck, and wonton noodle soup. 737 Washington btwn Grant and Portsmouth Square. Restaurant hours may vary. Get takeout and enjoy outdoor dining with tables set up on Grant & Commercial Sat & Sun typically from 11am to 5pm through Sept. 20, 2020.
• Chinatown – Mr. Jiu’s – Chinese-American chef Brandon Jew’s first solo venture delivers some classic Cantonese dishes with a Bay Area twist, like sourdough scallion pancakes, salt & vinegar shrimp chips, and dutch crunch BBQ pork buns, all crowned with a Michelin star. Tues – Sat 2:00p – 6:30p. Accepting reservations for outdoor tables. 28 Waverly Place. Get takeout and enjoy outdoor dining with tables set up on Grant & Commercial Sat & Sun typically from 11am to 5pm through Sept. 20, 2020.
• Chinatown – Spicy King – Spicy Szechuan and classic country style dishes including green onion pancakes, bbq chicken wings, hot pots, organic vegetables, spicy garlic prawns, fish fillet with chopped red pepper with spicy jalapeño. 65 Waverly Place. Restaurant hours may vary. Get takeout and enjoy outdoor dining with tables set up on Grant & Commercial Sat & Sun typically from 11am to 5pm through Sept. 20, 2020.
• Chinatown – Washington Bakery – Look for Hong Kong inspired dishes with a bistro flare serving hand-crafted drinks (pearl milk teas), pastries, cakes, Chinese Fried Bread plus dishes like Won Ton Soup, Pork Lion Porridge, and Shrimp Dumpling Braised Noodles. 733 Washington btwn Grant and Portsmouth Square. Restaurant hours may vary. Get takeout and enjoy outdoor dining with tables set up on Grant & Commercial Sat & Sun typically from 11am to 5pm through Sept. 20, 2020.

Cole Valley

• Cole Valley – Bambino’s – Enjoy the flavors of Italy with Classics like Calamari Friti, Fettuccine Carbonara and hand tossed pizza evoke a Trattoria in Tuscany. Choose from a selection of distinctive Italian and California wines, refreshing salads, wholesome soups, home-made breads and unforgettable desserts. Sidewalk tables are open for outdoor dining, daily 11:30 am to 9:30 pm.
• Cole Valley – Beit Rima – Arabic comfort food at Carl and Cole serving up Shakshuka, Fattoush, Gazan Braised Lamb Shank and more with outdoor dining 4-8pm, Wednesday to Sunday.
• Cole Valley – CreoLa – Shared Spaces Dining in Street serving cajun/creole food.
• Cole Valley – Kezar Bar & Restaurant – Sidewalk Tables
• Cole Valley – Padrecito – Happy Hour – Mexican spot at Carl and Cole with seasonal menu, House made tortillas and salsas. Outdoor dining limited to 1 1/2 hours per reservation. Open Tuesday-Friday 4PM-8:30PM, Saturday 11AM-8:30PM, Sunday 11AM-8:00PM / Happy Hour with $6 margaritas on outdoor patio, Tuesday-Friday 4-5pm during outdoor dining.
• Cole Valley – Zazie – Yummy neighborhood brunch spot with delish pancakes opening outdoor heated patio every day 8am to 2pm and again for dinner from 5-9pm.

Corte Madera

• Corte Madera – Burmatown – Serving Burmese food from front patio outdoor dining.

Cow Hollow

• Cow Hollow – Dragon Well – Serving delicious and healthy Chinese food with warm, friendly service. They have a new parklet out front with plenty of seating. Open Wednesday to Monday, Lunch at 11:30 am to 3 pm and Dinner at 5 to 10 pm.
• Cow Hollow – Wildseed – Fresh, flavorful, hearty plant-based meals to dine al fresco at our outdoors tables and newly installed parklet. Open on Mon – Thu 12-9pm | Friday 12-10pm, Saturday 11am-10pm and Sunday 11am-9pm.

Dogpatch

• Dogpatch – Magnolia Brewing – Burgers, fried chicken, salads and beer open for outdoor dining on sidewalk and beers brewed on site.
• Dogpatch – Marcella’s Lasagneria – San Francisco’s first Lasagneria offers front patio outdoor dining daily from 10 am to 3pm.
• Dogpatch – Moshi Moshi – Low key Japanese spot serving up Sushi & soba with cute garden patio with limited tables. Open 11:30am to 8pm, Tuesday through Saturday. Reservations recommended for patio. Sidewalk seating on 18th open first come first served.
• Dogpatch – Piccino – A Restaurant, Coffee Bar & Bakery rolled into one. Their Patio is now open for outdoor dining, Cafe is open Wed-Sun 830am-5pm and Dinner starts 4pm-8pm, Wed-Sun.
• Dogpatch – The Midway – One of a kind art & music space now hosting outdoor socially-distant DJ events and dinner parties on many Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Table reservations range from $40 to $100 and include admission for four people and entertainment, but food and drinks are extra. Madam Zola’s Fortune, The Midway’s onsite café will be serving up delicious summer-themed bites and bottles you can order from your phone directly to your table.

Embarcadero

• Embarcadero – Delancey Street Restaurant – Patio, garden and sidewalk dining opens on June 12th for lunch and dinner.
• Embarcadero – Epic Steak – Waterfront steak house with Bay Bridge views accepting outdoor brunch & dinner reservations from June 15th
• Embarcadero – Eve’s Waterfront – Enjoy al fresco dining by the water, open on weekends from 11:00 a.m. to sunset. On Saturdays and Sundays, customers can enjoy brunch and bottomless mimosas until 4:00 p.m. as well as other a la carte offerings, a $25.00 four-course prix fixe menu, handcrafted cocktails and select wines and beers all day Signature brunch items include the Ultimate Seafood Steamer Pot, Shrimp Ceviche, Creme Brûlée French Toast and Fried Chicken Benedict.
• Embarcadero – Fog City – Sweeping bay views from diner at 1300 Battery opening outdoor dining starting June 12 from 11:30am to 9pm. Walk-in only.
• Embarcadero – Gott’s – Spacious patio on Ferry Plaza with picnic tables serving Niman Ranch burgers, Noe’s bacon plus salads and fish tacos. Serving milkshakes, beer, wine but unfortuantley no happy hour
• Embarcadero – Harborview – Dim Sum and Cantonese Chinese Cuisine outdoor patio with stunning views of the Bay and the Ferry Building reopens Tuesday, June 16th.
• Embarcadero – Hi-Dive – Waterfront watering hole at Pier 28 1/2 just south the Bay Bridge opens their patio on June 12th.
• Embarcadero – Hillstone – Formerly Houston’s, serving SF with American favorites since 2000 on their patio.
• Embarcadero – La Mar – Bayside Peruvian restaurant opening outdoor dining on Tuesday, June 16th open for lunch from 11am-2pm and Dinner from 5-8:30pm everyday.
• Embarcadero – Osha Thai – Happy Hour – Experience the modern twist on authentic street food of Bangkok. Their front patio outdoor dining is open Mon to Thu 11 am to 8 pm and Friday to Sat 11 am to 9 pm. / Happy Hour is 4 pm to 7 pm with $1 Oysters, $7 Cocktails, and discounted bites, wines, and beers.
• Embarcadero – Pier 23 Cafe – Outdoor dining on airy waterfront patio and beer garden serving pub grub, fresh seafood and summer salads
• Embarcadero – Piperade – Spanish/French basque restaurant opening for outdoor dining June 12th open Monday to Friday 10am to 8:30pm. Serving all-day menu with 13 tables and max capacity of 40 guests.
• Embarcadero – Red’s Java House – Waterfront dive with fish & chips right near the ballpark reopens patio on Saturday June 12th

Fillmore Dist.

• Fillmore Dist. – Chouquet’s – Open for outdoor brunch (Eggs Benedict, Croque Monsieur) and dining (Steak Frites, Short Ribs, Moules) every day from 10am to 9pm.
• Fillmore Dist. – Curbside Cafe – Tiny restaurant on California just east of Mollie Stone’s. A neighborhood fixture since 1978, serving a French-American breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a few outdoor bistro tables plus soon will be adding a covered parklet.
• Fillmore Dist. – Florio – Italian and French classics served at double row of socially-distant tables on sidewalk open Tuesday-Sunday for Diinner (5-7:30p) and Lunch of Saturdays & Sundays at Noon including Bloody Mary Deluxe.
• Fillmore Dist. – Jackson Fillmore – Roman trattoria in Pacific Heights with several sidewalk tables
• Fillmore Dist. – Noosh – Noosh is open for outdoor sidewalk seating on Fillmore Street starting Friday, June 12th and will expand its outdoor seating footprint next week. New items added to the Eastern Mediterranean-meets-California menu include a Falafel-crusted Lamb & Beef Burger and Meatball Melt Chubby Pita Sandwich. Open Wednesday-Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Fillmore Dist. – Santino’s – San Francisco Legacy Business serving Mediterranean Cuisine and Californian Fine Wines on Fillmore with outdoor seatig from Noon to 9pm
• Fillmore Dist. – SPQR – Rome-inspired cuisine with daily updated menus of dishes like prosciutto, soft polenta, or family meals for sharing. Open outdoors for Lunch (1-4p) and dinner (5-8p) Wednesdays through Sundays
• Fillmore Dist. – State Bird Provisions – New outdoor dining ‘pavilion’ serving a mix of State Bird & The Progress favorites and flavors. New outdoor dining hours for this week are Friday 5:00 to 8:00 pm and Saturday & Sunday 11:30 to 8:00 pm.
• Fillmore Dist. – Taco Bar – Quesadillas, tortas, burritos, bowls and, of course, tacos. Just a few outdoor tables, open every day 11am to 8pm
• Fillmore Dist. – The Progress – New outdoor dining ‘pavilion’ serving a mix of State Bird & The Progress favorites and flavors. New outdoor dining hours for this week are Friday 5:00 to 8:00 pm and Saturday & Sunday 11:30 to 8:00 pm.

Financial District

• Financial District – Bix – Swanky Jackson Square restaurant on an alleyway opening for drinks and appetizers on June 16-17 and opening for dinner on June 18.
• Financial District – Cafe Bastille – Alley-way Parisian-style French restauant on cozy Belden lane serving dishes from Cafe Bastille as well as B44 on B44’s patio. Opening outdoor dining on June 12th
• Financial District – Cafe de la Presse – French restaurant with sunny patio open Monday to Friday from 11am to 5pm for outdoor dining
• Financial District – Cafe Tiramisu – Pino Spinoso from Cafe Tiramisu on Belden Place in the financial district of San Francisco, perhaps the first restaurant with an outdoor permit. Belden Place is a unique place with Italian, French and Spanish restaurants with a typically European/San Francisco History.
• Financial District – Escape from New York – Happy Hour – Huge thin-crust slices, beer, wine salads and meatball subs with outdoor seating in alley 1/2 block from Montgomery. / Happy hour 4-6pm $3 beer and $3 slices.
• Financial District – Palio – Outdoor dining at independent family-owned restaurant specializing in wood fired pizzas, fresh pasta made in-house, plus wine and Italian craft beers. No happy hour for the time being. Open My-F 11:30am to 8pm
• Financial District – Patriot House – Happy Hour – Gastropub In Embarcadero 2 with American food plus cocktails, beer and wine with a large outdoor space with pelnty of seating and views of the Tranny Building. / Happy Hour is 2-6pm $1 off all draft $1 off House Wine $10 Cocktail of the Day $2 off Select Appetizers
• Financial District – Perbacco – Downtown Italian restaurant with extensive wine list with sidewalk dining open 11:30pm to 7pm every weekday
• Financial District – Sai’s Vietnamese Restaurant – Mom and pop Vietnamese restaurant that has also been offering wok stir fried items for 35 years. Open Mon- Fri from 10:30 am to 6:45 pm.
• Financial District – Sam’s Grill & Seafood Restaurant – Back Patio
• Financial District – Schroeder’s – The Bavarian-inspired beer hall opened their outdoor dining via a parklet, Tuesday-Friday from 12pm to 7pm, they will be offering dishes like Kartoffell Tots, Bavarian Pretzel with Wild Turkey bourbon mustard, Wursts and Burgers on pretzel buns with a small side of Kartoffell Tots and more.
• Financial District – Super Duper – Very limited outdoor seating at 346 Kearny starting June 12th. Please call other locations to confirm
• Financial District – The Lightbox Café – Happy Hour – Now open for outdoor dining, they have reconfigured the restaurant to allow social distancing while also creating a place to rela. Open Monday-Friday from 6:30AM-8:00PM! / Happy Hours are Monday – Friday, 3pm – 7pm. Enjoy $5 Beer, $7 Wine, and some tasty appetizers.
• Financial District – The Vault Garden – Brand new fully-outdoor 100-seat restaurant on the plaza at 555 California opening with heat lamps for outdoor dining on June 18th. Serves ceviche, stone fruit salad, fish tacos, burgers, beignets, wine and cocktails.
• Financial District – Wayfare Tavern – Outdoor dining opening June 12th (Noon to 9pm) plus Saturday and Sunday (3pm to 9pm)

Fisherman’s Wharf

• Fisherman’s Wharf – Boudin Bakers Hall – Home of their mother dough, their flagship offers sandwiches, salads, sourdough pizzas, and their classic soups served in bread bowls.
• Fisherman’s Wharf – Cioppino’s – Happy Hour – Named after that lusty and flavorful seafood soup with Dungeness crab which is uniquely San Franciscan. Restaurant has a huge 110 person capacity patio, newly added tented “Beer Garden” space for Happy Hour / Happy Hour with $3.00 draft beer or $4.00 wine with the purchase of a pizza. Thurs-Sun 4pm-6pm
• Fisherman’s Wharf – Fog Harbor Fish House – Watch the sea lions at Pier 39 with California fresh seafood following Monterey Bay Aquarium’s sustainable practices opening June 15th with outdoor seating for 176.
• Fisherman’s Wharf – Luau Lounge Tiki Bar – Pop-up tiki bar patio is now open on Pier 39. Big seating area with distanced tables to enjoy an outdoor dining experience. With a full menu of island inspired foods and cocktails, beer and wine.
• Fisherman’s Wharf – Pier Market Seafood Restaurant – Mesquite-grilled seafood at Pier 39 to view sea lions and the Bay. Opening Monday June 15th for outdoor dining for 64
• Fisherman’s Wharf – Scoma’s – Happy Hour – Classic SF seafood restaurant serving Pacific seafood, caught on small boats, and brought to our pier by local fishermen. They also offer a full bar program with premium crafted cocktails and an extensive award-winning wine list to complement your meal. Outdoor dining only, weather permitting from 12- 7PM daily. Their outdoor setup is the closest you can get to dining on the water in SF. / Happy Hour, 3-5PM Monday through Thursday with Insane deals on Scoma’s Pier to Plate local seafood
• Fisherman’s Wharf – The Buena Vista – Opened in 1916, Classic SF spot at Hyde & Beach open daily for outdoor dining and takeout. (11am – 8pm Mon-Fri, Sat-Sun 9am – 8pm). Menu changes weekly but with many favorites like Dungeness Crab Melt, Belgian Waffle with Chocolate Bacon, as well as their world-famous Irish Coffee.
• Fisherman’s Wharf – The Cod Mother Fish & Chips – Traditional British fish and chips opening Friday, June 12th for outdoor dining
• Fisherman’s Wharf – Wipeout Bar & Grill – Surfer bar (mostly for toursists) at Pier 39 opening Monday, June 15th for outdoor patio dining from 9am to 6pm for 68 people.

Ghirardelli Square

• Ghirardelli Square – Palette Tea House – Dim sum, seafood and Cantonese cooking (plus premium teas) with outdoor dining on their patio plus a full bar and cocktail program.
• Ghirardelli Square – San Francisco Brewing Company – Happy Hour – Big outdoor patio and beer garden serving small batch craft beer and yummy bites. Open every day from 3-8pm. / Enjoy a special $3 beer during their happy hour Monday – Friday (3 – 6 PM) with prices increasing by $1 each hour until 6 PM.

Hayes Valley

• Hayes Valley – a Mano – Hand-made pasta on Hayes street with long front patio opening for outdoor dining starting Saturday 6/13 from Noon to 9pm. Initially it will be first-come-first-served
• Hayes Valley – Little Gem – Now open for expanded outdoor dining every weekend 11:00am – 6:30pm. Enjoy brunch with mimosas and our legendary quinoa/almond pancakes, or fried chicken and crispy potatoes.
• Hayes Valley – Monsieur Benjamin – A modern restaurant and bar inspired by the traditions of French cuisine and the spirit of Parisian bistro culture, their cooking utilizes the abundance of great products in the Bay Area to offer a menu of classic French dishes alongside tastefully modernized recipes. Open on Sun, Wed, Thu: 5-7pm and Fri, Sat: 5-8pm.
• Hayes Valley – Patxi’s Pizza – Deep dish pizza with with outdoor patio seating along Hayes St.

Ingleside

• Ingleside – Jo Jo’s Cafe – Have a bite of our tasty Chicken Fried Rice or their specially made pan fried noodles. Parket is open for outdoor dining, Tuesday – Sunday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
• Ingleside – Lucho’s – Now open for outdoor dining, a California-American cuisine infused with the flavors of the Yucatán region of Mexico. Closed on Monday and open Tuesday – Sunday 9:00 am – 02:00 pm, cooking up breakfast, brunch and lunch.
• Ingleside – Ocean Ale House – 16 taps of craft beer, wine and locally-sourced American pub food. Their Parklet is open for outdoor dining, Tues and Wed 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm and Friday to Sunday at 7:30 am – 8:00 pm.

Inner Richmond

• Inner Richmond – B Star – Burmese and pan-Asian specialties, with outdoor tables set up in their new parklet on Clement. Beer, wine and fresh soju cocktails. Reservations by phone. Thursday-Sunday 5pm-8:30. Heaters and additional hours coming soon.
• Inner Richmond – Cinderalla Russian Bakery & Cafe – Since 1953, Russian Bakery at 6th and Balboa serves fresh bread, pirogi, piroshki (fried or baked with beef, beef and cheese, potatoes, cabbage or mushroom fillings), sandwiches, soups Russian boiled dumplings and sweets on outdoor tables. Open 7am to 7pm every day.
• Inner Richmond – Eats Restaurant – Classic breakfast and sandwiches. Eggs, waffles, pancakes, burgers and a delicious fried chicken sandwich. Takeout and outdoor tables (with heat lamps) Thursday-Sunday 9am-2pm.
• Inner Richmond – Richmond Republic Draught House – Draught house with a great selection of beers, burgers, and amazing mac and cheese. 642 Clement St (b/t 7th and 8th Ave) Outdoor dining hours: Mon-Fri 4pm – 10pm, Sat and Sun 12pm – 10pm but please contact venue to confirm.
• Inner Richmond – Tastebuds – Soul food inspired cafe on 5th Ave and Balboa with outdoor seating, serving wine, beer, fried oreos, cinnamon french toast, shrimp omelets and fried chicken and waffles plus periodic pop-up BBQ from Smokin’ Woods. Open 9a to 2p 7 days a week.
• Inner Richmond – Uncle Boy’s – Neighborhood favorite offering burgers. 245 Balboa St (at 4th Ave). No official mention on website about outdoor dining, but readers have confirmed seeing outside tables.

Inner Sunset

• Inner Sunset – Lale – Mediterranean-Turkish meze/tapas bar with daily brunch, Monday-Friday 9 am-3 pm, Saturday-Sunday 8 am-3 pm. Dinner is Wednesday-Sunday 5 pm-9 pm. Parklet and outdoor dining is available.
• Inner Sunset – Pacific Catch – Serving balanced and healthful seafood preparations inspired by flavors from the Pacific. Their Inner Sunset location offers sidewalk seats to enjoy a socially distant meal out. Open on Sunday to Thursday: 11am to 8pm and Friday to Saturday: 11am to 9pm.
• Inner Sunset – Patxi’s Pizza – Deep dish pizza with with outdoor patio seating along Irving St. We have heard reports that this location does not have an outdoor patio. please contact the restaurant directly for updates..

Jackson Square

• Jackson Square – Cotogna – Upscale and rustic Tuscan restaurant with lovely sidewalk seating area along Pacific Ave. Open Tuesday – Saturday Noon – 8:00 pm
• Jackson Square – The Old Ship Saloon – Barbary Coast watering hole built upon the ruins of a Gold Rush shipwreck. Limited outdoor dining along Battery St.

Japantown

• Japantown – Pa’ina Lounge & Restaurant – Happy Hour – Asian-American comfort food with poke, tropical cocktails and “boba dranks” with outdoor dining / Happy hour from 3-5pm

Lafayette

• Lafayette – Roam Artisan Burgers – Roam’s Lafayette restaurant is currently open for outdoor dining, takeout and delivery Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Lower Haight

• Lower Haight – Maven – Happy Hour – Enjoy Bourbon cocktails, bloody marys and upscale dishes like Duck Hash and Ube pancakes and Cochinita Pork Tacos on newly-built gorgeous parklet on Haight and Steiner with succulent sculpture built from reclaimed pallets. Open Tue – Sun 4.30 pm -8.30 pm. / Happy Hour, free old fashioned with burger. 4.30 pm – 5.30 pm.
• Lower Haight – Nikkie’s – Lower Haight sports bar with new parklet, 10 outdoor tables, full bar and menu of burgers, wings and fried tilapia. Closed Mondays.

Marina

• Marina – Blackwood – Thai restaurant opens up patio and sidewalk dining (with fireside tables) on June 12th with brunch (10a-3p) and dinner (4-10p)
• Marina – Brazen Head – Cow Hollow pub with outdoor dining from 5-10pm nightly serving prime rib sliders, veal piccata, the impossible burger plus full bar
• Marina – Café Boho – Happy Hour – Front patio + secret garden with unique eats, European-California fusion, cakes and a happy hour. / Happy Hour is Tuesday to Sunday, 5:00pm-6:30pm with $3 beer, $5 wine and $1 oysters (served by 1/2 or full dozen)
• Marina – Dragon Well – Parklet. Dragon Well has been locals favorite Chinese restaurant for over 22 years. Made with natural ingredients – Dragon Well is the ultimate healthy comfort food.
• Marina – Indie Superette – Wellness market and cafe opens for outdoor dining of plant-based fare like quinoa and mushroom tacos with setaing for up to 16 on Filbert Street sidewalk
• Marina – Izzy’s – Now open with their full-service outdoor dining with a spacious new 40-seat patio. Serving a menu of classic steakhouse favorites, local seafood, craft cocktails, and regional wines. Friday through Sunday, 4pm – 9pm.
• Marina – Le Marais Bakery – French fare and artisanal bakery opening for outdoor dining at 2066 Chestnut “this weekend.”
• Marina – Palm House – Tropical Hawaiian-inspired patio serving island cuisine and vacation drinks. Patio opening Friday June 19th 11:30a – 9pm with 7 tables to start
• Marina – Roam Artisan Burgers – Roam Artisan Burgers is a premier fine-casual dining destination with six locations in the Bay Area that source flavorful, nutrient-rich meats from animals that are humanely raised on open pastures serving proteins, salads, soups, sides, shakes and sodas crafted from fresh seasonal ingredients. Roam’s San Francisco restaurants on Union Street and Fillmore Street are currently open for outdoor dining, takeout and delivery from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.
• Marina – Squat & Gobble – Creperie and brunch spot (plus massive burgers) opens its patio on June 12th
• Marina – Tacolicious – Starting June 12th open from 11 am to 9 pm for outdoor dining on sidewalks and decks.
• Marina – The Dorian – Well-known cocktail program and contemporary California cuisine opening outdoor dining on Wednesday June 17 from 4-9pm with 12 tables
• Marina – The Patio Wine Lounge & Kitchen – A friendly neighborhood garden sanctuary with a back patio in the Marina. Mon-Fri 5-10pm, Sat noon-10pm and Sun noon-8pm.
• Marina – The Tipsy Pig – Back Patio, Street side and Parklet seating. Tue Wed Thur 4-930, Fri 12-930, Sat/Sun 11-930 (brunch on the weekends)

Mid-Market

• Mid-Market – Cadillac Bar & Grill – Happy Hour – Tex-mex space near Twitter with new lower prices. Back Patio open Friday and Saturday from 11:30am to 8pm. Reservations recommended. / Happy hour 3-6pm with $6 hours margaritas and $5 draft beer
• Mid-Market – Montesacro – Roman-style pizza (called “pinsa”) borrowing the terrace from next-door neighborh Dottie’s True Blue Cafe, open 11:30am to 9pm starting Monday, June 15th
• Mid-Market – Proper – Rooftop bar 120 feet over Market St. reopening on June 15th for breakfast, lunch and dinner

Mission Bay

• Mission Bay – ATwater Tavern – Happy Hour – Waterfront dining within earshot of Oracle Park. / Happy hour all day, $2 off house wine, all draft beer and well liquors.
• Mission Bay – Death by Taco – Happy Hour – Not your typical taco, all of their ingredients are organic, non-GMO. Enjoy 75+ tequilas and mezcal on their outdoor sidewalk tables from 12 noon to 9pm. / Happy Hour is between 4pm and 6pm Monday to Friday and ALL DAY Tuesday. Margarita $8, $32 pitcher and Fish Taco $4(instead of $7)
• Mission Bay – Mission Rock Resort – Outdoor dining reopens on June 12th for waterfront dining focusing on brunch and seafood. Reservations preferred starting June 15th
• Mission Bay – Parklab Gardens – Happy Hour – Food truck park next to mini golf course. Open Monday – Sunday 10 am for golf, 11 am for food to 8 pm. Food closes on weekdays from 3-5 pm. / Parklab Happy Hour Monday – Friday 4-7 – glass of sangria $5. Classic red wine, or Peachy Time Rosé sangria – agave wine margaritas $7. Classic Lime, or Strawberry. – glass of house red, white or rosé wine $6
• Mission Bay – Seven Stills Brewery – Enjoy whiskey, cocktails, beer and great food at their dog-friendly beer garden. Open on Wednesday – Friday 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Saturday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm and Sunday 11:00 am – 8:00 pm.
• Mission Bay – SF Kebab – Happy Hour – Enjoy their Mediterranean Cuisine such as gyros, wraps, kebabs, hummus, tabbouleh, couscous, salads and more. Open Everyday with Outdoor Seating Available from 11am to 8pm / Happy Hour (Beer on Tap, House Wines), Monday through Friday 3pm to 5pm
• Mission Bay – Spark Social SF – Happy Hour – Food truck park with fire pits and double-decker bus opening on Wednesday June 17th with new social distancing circles on the lawn, limited seating. / Happy Hour Monday- Friday 4-7 – glass of sangria $5. Classic red sangria, or Watermelon white wine sangria -glass of house red, white or rosé wine $6

Mission Dist.

• Mission Dist. – Asiento – Asiento, the Spanish word for “seat,” is a neighborhood bar (21+) welcoming Mission residents and faraway friends. Come on down and grab takeout or sit on the sidewalk. Tues-Fri 5-8pm and weekend brunch (sometimes with a DJ) 11:30-3 both Sat and Sun.
• Mission Dist. – Atlas Cafe – Parklet with unique sandwiches, pizzas and great salads. Vegan, vegetarian and carnivore options. Beer, wine, kombucha on tap and fantastic coffee drinks
• Mission Dist. – Casements – Cozy Irish cocktail den with upscale bar snacks opening outdoor seating on June 12th serving savory pies, nachos, stews & curries.
• Mission Dist. – Causwells – Comfort food with regional Southern focus, plus beer, wine cider and low ABV cocktails in their newly built outdoor dining area.
• Mission Dist. – Curio – Outdoor patio opens on June 19th with new menu from Chef Jason Raffin (including a Fernet Smoked Pork Sando with Cruciferous Kimchi on a House Potato Chip Bun, Ritual Coffee-Rubbed Fried Chicken Strips & more) .
• Mission Dist. – Curry Up Now – Indian street food like chicken tikka masala burritos open for patio seating at all locations
• Mission Dist. – Elda – California bar on 16th with a Latin soul with pina (and matcha) coladas , ramen and pork fried rice. July hours are Thursday 3-9pm, Friday 3-10pm’ish Saturday 3-10pm’ish & Sunday 1-7pm.
• Mission Dist. – Foreign Cinema – Slated to reopen the courtyard June 24th. Wednesday through Saturday dinner and Saturday and Sunday brunch. Will be showing movies after dark like old times
• Mission Dist. – Giordano Bros. – Pittsburgh-style All-in-One Sandwiches, Italian hoagies, wings, sides, cocktails, and beers. Limited seating on outdoor patio on 16th near Valencia. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
• Mission Dist. – Gracias Madre Restaurant – Happy Hour – A 100% plant-based organic Mexican restaurant. Recently opened their outdoor patio with only 6 tables available, open from 11am-9pm 7 days a week. / Happy Hour 7 days a week from 2pm-6pm. Their glasses of red sangria, red Tempranillo wine, and Chardonnay are $5. Happy hour cerveza is $5. House Margaritas are $8. Single tacos, gorditas, and tostadas are $5. Happy Hour size nachos are $8.
• Mission Dist. – Hawker Fare – Happy Hour – Lao Isaan eatery and Tiki Bar on Valencia between 17th and 18th with outdoor seating. Serves up tropcial drinks like prickly pear daquris plus $15 lunch specials / Happy Hour Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays from 4-6pm. $10 cocktails and $14 bar bites
• Mission Dist. – Kahnfections – A bakery cafe serving classic French pastries, known for their biscuit sandwiches, buttermilk biscuits with choice of spread (butter, lemon aioli, or garlic aioli), cheese and egg + you can add ham, bacon, avocado and/or chicken. They have added open spots in front of the bakery to add to their existing sidewalk tables. Open 7 days a week, 730am-2pm weekdays and 8am-2pm weekends.
• Mission Dist. – Loló – Serving California inspired Jaliscan cuisine both tapas style & offering family platters. Delicious cocktails. Fun decor (even outside). Heaters. Open Tuesday-Thursday 4-9 & Friday’s & Saturday’s 4-10
• Mission Dist. – Lost Resort – Their partially covered patio and sidewalk tables are open for outdoor dining, Tues – Fri from 3pm to 10pm and Sat-Sun from 12pm to 10pm. Cocktails by Captain Brad and excellent complimentary bites from our kitchen make it a destination for all.
• Mission Dist. – Lupulandia – Tijuana-inspired brewpub with craft cocktails opening outdoor patio on June 12th open 2pm to 10pm.This weekend’s specials includ Tacos de Chicharrón 3x$10
• Mission Dist. – Manny’s – Serving breakfast (Spiced chia puddling and Shakshka), plus pizas and meze salads. Open for outdoor dining, beer, wine and coffee at 16th and Mission.
• Mission Dist. – Mission Bowling Club – Although bowling isn’t open yet, their green front patio is open for outdoor dining with 9 beers on tap, full bar delish Mission Burger, fried chicken and you can “take and bake” pretzels for cooking at home.
• Mission Dist. – Monk’s Kettle – Neighborhood tavern on 16th St. w/ craft beer and upscale American pub fare. For the first time in their 12 year history, they will be taking reservations.
• Mission Dist. – Napper Tandy – Happy Hour – Irish sports bar on 24th street expects to have permit for outdoor seating ready for Friday, June 19th. / Happy hour 4 to 7 Monday to Friday includes $6 Margaritas Green apple / raspberry/ jalapeño pineapple/ and lime.
• Mission Dist. – Panchinta’s – Traditional Salvadorean pupusas (meat & veggie) plus fried plantans, fried tilapia, and bistek Salvadoreno. Website out of date, but Yelp and Google reviews report it open, and we saw outdoor seating on 7/12/20.
• Mission Dist. – Picaro – Spanish tapas and paella in the Mission. Although website, instagram and Facebook are hopelessly out of date, there are tables outfront (as of 7/12/20) and recent Yelp reviews. Best to call first to confirm hours and seating. (415) 431-4089.
• Mission Dist. – Pork Store Cafe – Serving brunch (Pesto Feta Scramble, Corned beef hash, eggs benedict, chicken fried steak, pancakes & french toast) plus mimoasas and bloody marys. Open for outdoor dining curbsied and back patio.
• Mission Dist. – Puerto Alegre – Serving up margaritias and Mexican food in The Mission since 1970. A few sidewalk tables available. Wed & Thu 3pm to 7pm. Friday and Saturday 12:30pm to 7pm.
• Mission Dist. – Rosamunde – New expanded outdoor seating with terrace and sidewalk tables at Mission Street serving craft beer and sausages. Opening for outdoor dining on Friday, June 12th.
• Mission Dist. – San Jalisco – Family-run Mexican restaurant with outdoor seating at 20th and Van Ness with large portions serving up classics, plus menudo and pozole. Named one of Top 100 Restaurants in San Francisco to eat at in 2019 by SF Gate.
• Mission Dist. – Son’s Addition – Classical French training, combined with Mexican-French heritage, and SF upbringing. Brunch patio open 4-9 pm and 10:20-3pm on Saturday and Sunday
• Mission Dist. – Standard Deviant – 14th Street outdoor beer garden and picnice tables with beer served (with food purchase) Open Wednesday-Saturday 3-7pm and Sunday 1-5pm.
• Mission Dist. – Sushi Shio – Delicious omakase sushi in a warm and serene back patio. Four small tables but they can be joined to seat slightly larger parties.
• Mission Dist. – Tacolicious – Starting June 12th open from 11 am to 9 pm for outdoor dining on sidewalks and decks.
• Mission Dist. – Teeth – Back patio opening Friday June 12 from 2-9pm with full bar, wings, tatchos and Popson’s burgers.
• Mission Dist. – The Sycamore – Gastropub featuring burgers, weekend brunch and Happy hour is every day 4-7 $1 off all draft beers. Outdoor dining opens June 12th. Call to reserve: (415) 252-7704
• Mission Dist. – The Wooden Nickel – A neighborhood bar open for outdoor seating offers bar eats and a full bar. Specialties are California Burritos and Frozen Slushies. Open Tuesday-Saturday 3:00pm-9:00pm.
• Mission Dist. – True Laurel – Their patio is looking cute, they’ve got some new cocktails and tasty new items on their brunch menu. Open Wed – Fri 4pm-9pm, Sat and Sun 11am-9pm (brunch 11am-1:30pm).
• Mission Dist. – We Be Sushi – Known for their outstanding Sushi cuisine, with a modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients. They have sidewalk tables for outdoor dining open Sunday-Thursday at noon -10 pm and Friday and Saturday at noon to 11 pm.
• Mission Dist. – West of Pecos – Happy Hour – A Southern inspired restaurant and cocktail bar.
  / Happy Hour is Monday to Friday 4:00PM – 6:00PM
• Mission Dist. – Zeitgeist – Happy Hour – Beer Garden with glass partitions between picnic tables. Open 7 days a week (4-8pm M-W, 9-2pm+4-9pm Th, 3-10pm F, 1-10pm Sat, 1-6pm Sun), with 22 picnic table “booths” seating up to 8 patrons each. With 18 beers on tap, full bar & classic burger menu, Zeitgeist is continuing to offer its classic experience, albeit with servers at the tables and a bunch of sanitizing. Look at the events page for upcoming music and stand-up comedy performances as well as outdoor film viewings. On Thursday mornings, Zeitgeist is offering “Zeitcafe” collaborating with Four Barrel coffee to provide the much-missed SF cafe experience – strong coffee, breakfast menu, high speed wifi, private booths and laptops welcome. / Zeitgeist is offering a $7 bloody mary special each Thursday from 9 am til 2 pm

Nob Hill

• Nob Hill – Bell Tower – Neighborhood bar and restaurant that offers salads, sandwiches, pizzas and cold drinks. Their sidewalk tables and a new Parklet with 4 tables are open Monday to Friday 11 am to 2 pm and Saturday and Sunday 10:30 am to 2 pm.
• Nob Hill – Cocotte – Traditional French Rotisserie with avant-garde flavors inspired by California’s farm-fresh palate. Open All Day Everyday for Outdoors Lunch, Brunch, Happy Hour and Dinner (11:30 am – 9:00 pm) plus live music on certain days.
• Nob Hill – Flippers Gourmet Burgers – Sidewalk Tables serving 100% Niman Ranch 1/2 lb burgers, newly opened, applied for outdoor seating.
• Nob Hill – Nob Hill Cafe – Relaxed cafe serving Tuscan pastas & pizzas. Open for outdoor dining, 4-8 pm starting June 12th

Noe Valley

• Noe Valley – La Ciccia – An intimate restaurant that will take you to a culinary journey through the Italian island of Sardinia. Sidewalk tables are available for outdoor dining, open on Tue – Sun 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm.
• Noe Valley – Lovejoy’s – Lovejoy’s opens their outdoor dining. known for their warm scones, tasty tea sandwiches and a bottomless pot of tea await you. Limited tables on a first come first serve basis on weekends, Friday,Saturday & Sunday 11-3pm.
• Noe Valley – NOVY Restaurant – Greek gyro restaurant on 24th offers limited DIY outdoor dining (bus your own table) – Open Noon to 3pm and 5-8pm.
• Noe Valley – Valley Tavern – Neighborhood bar on 24th St. with back patio open for “dining”

NoPa

• NoPa – 4505 BBQ – Big front patio open for outdoor dining so you can no Pig In or Pig Out.
• NoPa – Horsefeather – Casual neighborhood spot with an beautiful open atrium dining, well-executed list of cocktails with fresh ingredients, housemade syrups and showcasing New American food offerings. Happy Hour will be beginning soon, everyday from 2pm – 4pm. On Divisadero between Fell and Hayes plus occasional tiki pop-ups with Last Rites. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays, Open Fridays – Sundays til 11pm
• NoPa – Madrone Lounge – The Madrone Art Bar parklet patio is now open Tuesday-Sunday 4-9pm for socially responsible food, drinks & music. 22 Outdoor Seats, bring layers.
• NoPa – Ragazza – Ragazza, which means girl in Italian, is an homage to the amazingly talented female cooks in owner Sharon Ardiana’s family. Ragazza is an Italian restaurant, featuring Neapolitan-style pizzas using local farm fresh produce and is also known for its hearty salads. Ragazza has an enclosed, but open air heated patio gazebo, which is now accepting reservations for dining. Ragazza has been a San Francisco Chronicle Top 100 restaurant and is a neighborhood favorite. Ragazza is also open for limited indoor dining and for takeout.

North Beach

• North Beach – Barbara Pinseria – Specializes in Pinsa, an ancient style of Roman pizza made using combination of soy, rice, and heirloom wheat flour. Outdoor dining opens Friday, June 12
• North Beach – Bask – Spanish & French tapas with sangria, beer, wine and bubbles. Outdoor dining open 5-8 Tuesday to Thursday and 5-9 Friday & Saturday. They have their own Dutch DJ every Saturday evening 7:45 to 9:45 pm. This is a free event.
• North Beach – Belle Cora – Cozy beer and wine bar with covered streetside patio. Sometimes shows soccer games on two outdoor TVs
• North Beach – Caffe BaoNecci – Tuscan restaurant at 516 serving up thin crust pizzas, Eggplant Parmigiana, and Tiramisu open for outdoor dining at 5pm on Thursday and at Noon on Fri-Sat-Sun
• North Beach – Caffe Greco – Sidewalk tables with espresso drinks, Italian desserts, light bites & wine. No mention on official website of outdoor dining, but Yelp readers report it open. Cash only.
• North Beach – Caffe Macaroni – No mention online that they are open, but we’ve received several reports that this small Italican Cucina is open for outdoor dining.
• North Beach – Caffe Trieste – Family-owned iconic coffee spot for 60+ years setting up new outdoor “piazza” in the street with umbrellas for shade.
• North Beach – Chubby Noodle – Chubby Favorites plus New Dishes including Pho & Ramen, Specialty Cocktails, Beer, Sake, Wine by the Bottle. Full Service Sidewalk Seating​ Daily from 11am-10pm. 570 Green St. btwn Columbus & Grant
• North Beach – Gino and Carlo – Although only takeout is listed on their website and social, readers confirm a few outdoor tables serving hot dogs, pesto pasta, Italain sausages and full bar. Outdoor TV shows Giants games.
• North Beach – Il Casaro Pizzeria & Mozzarella Bar – Wood-fired Napolitan style pizza sidewalk dining at Columbus and Grant starts Friday, June 12th
• North Beach – Kell’s Irish Restaurant & Pub – Lively Irish bar serving pub grub with sidewalk dining on Jackson Street at Columbus
• North Beach – Maggie McGarry’s Irish Pub – Irish Bar on Grant with outdoor sidewalk parklet. Often soccer games on sidewalk facing TVs.
• North Beach – Mama’s on Washington Square – Super yummy corner brunch spot across from Washington Square Park loved by locals and tourists alike with outdoor dining with sandwiches, salads, pancakes, french toast and omelettes. Open Tuesday-Sunday from 9am -2pm
• North Beach – Original Joe’s – Classic Italian- American fare at its finest. Their sidewalk tables for outdoor dining are now available. Open Monday thru Sunday 11:30 am –8:00 pm.
• North Beach – Pat’s Cafe – Happy Hour – Serves awesome healthy, hearty, home-style American food for breakfast and lunch all day. They have “shared spaces” for outdoor dining, brunch served on Saturdays and Sundays. Open Monday and Tuesday 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m, Wednesday to Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. / Happy hour is 3:00pm to 6:00pm, all beers at $3.50.
• North Beach – Sodini’s Trattoria – Old school Italian spot open for over 100 years in the heart of North Beach on Green and Grant. Outdoor dining starts at 3pm with steaks, cannelloni, pasta and proudly serving no decaf and no desserts.
• North Beach – Tony’s Pizza Napolatana – 13-Time World Pizza Champion Tony Gemignani’s flagship restaurant opens for outdoor dining. For the first time ever, Tony’s opens its (out)doors to guests every day of the week (previously closed on Tuesdays). Wednesday-Sunday from 12-10 p.m.; Monday-Tuesday from 12-8 p.m.
• North Beach – Tupelo’s – Grant Ave. bar with 7 outdoor tables first come first served with full bar and Southern soul food. Gets busy on weekends with live music (yes, even during COVID era they have bands).

Novato

• Novato – Crave – Now open for patio dining serving upscale farm to table California cuisine. Their menu is prepared with all-local ingredients and complemented by hand crafted cocktails, craft beers and California wines. Signature items include Oakwood Grilled Manila Clams and Filipino inspired Beef Short Ribs and not to be missed is their fresh local seafood offerings along with woodfire grill meats and poultry. Enjoy their $8.00 each “Side Scoobies” menu. Open Sun- Thur from 5pm – 9pm and Fri and Sat from 5pm – 10pm.

Ocean Beach

• Ocean Beach – Park Chalet – Their on-premise dining on the restaurant’s patio and lawn has re-opened. A seafood-centric all-day menu is being served Monday through Friday from 12:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with weekend brunch from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The restaurant’s signature selection of award-winning house-brewed beers and ales (from Beach Chalet) is complemented by classic, contemporary and original cocktails, plus select wines, both domestic and international.

Other

• Other – Limonocello – Sidewalk Tables with great neighbourhood italian sandiwches. Recently extended to include pizza , wine tasting and local italian food and wine

Outer Richmond

• Outer Richmond – Fiorella – Fiorella brings the hood outdoor dining in the garden on the weekends & pizza and Tuesday is Burger Night. Open, Sunday-Thursday 4:30pm to 9:00pm, and Friday-Saturday 4:30pm to. 9:30pm.
• Outer Richmond – Foghorn Taproom – Happy Hour – A beer bar with 15 rotating wing sauces, 12 rotating craft beer taps, and rotisserie chicken that rotates too! Have a pitcher while watching the game. Their Parklet dining is now open, Monday – Friday at 12pm – 10pm, Saturday – Sunday at 12pm – 10pm. / Happy Hour on weekdays between 3-6pm with $1 off all beers
• Outer Richmond – Lokma – Turkish and Meditteranean at 1801 Clement St (at 19th Ave) with outdoor dining. Brunch: Fri, Sat, Sun 10am – 3pm, Dinner Mon-Sun 4pm – 9pm
• Outer Richmond – Pearl – California inspired Mediterranean cooking opening Friday 6/12 for outdoor dining. Reservations recommended
• Outer Richmond – The Links Bar and Grill – Happy Hour – Offers great local foods and specialty cocktails in a fun, social atmosphere their outdoor back patio is open Monday to Sunday 11 am -8 pm but close on Tuesday.
  / Super Sunset Happy Hour starts at 3pm – 8pm for Covid special project.
• Outer Richmond – Violets American Tavern – Craving for a perfectly balanced drink to end your shift? Looking for a cocktail, a solid burger, or a plate of bbq oysters? Outdoor dining starts from 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

Outer Sunset

• Outer Sunset – The Irish Center – United Irish Culture Center hosts pop-up outdoor beer garden with picnic tables and umbrellas in their parking lot on 45th Ave. and Wawona with full bar and basic bites like burgers, hot dogs, grilled cheese and pesto salad. Typically open Fridays (4-8p), Saturdays (1-8p) & Sundays (1-6:30p) but definitely check Instagram for the latest updates.

Palo Alto

• Palo Alto – Telefèric – Serving authentic Spanish tapas, pintxos, and craft cocktails in Palo Alto

Parkmerced

• Parkmerced – The Lister Bar / Hall of Flame – Happy Hour – Bar with large backdoor patio serves Hall of Flame burgers. Open every day Noon to 10pm make reservations for seating at least 12 hours in advance. Some tables saved for walk-in. Order food directly from bar and get delivered to table. Wednesdays at 7pm it’s socially distant trivia night. / Happy Hour 4-7pm weekdays $1 off well drinks and draft beers.

Potrero Hill

• Potrero Hill – Chez Maman – A neighborhood restaurant with a bistro concept. Tasty items like a hamburger with guacamole or French brie with a good glass of wine – a welcoming and tasty French meal. Patio Dining is open everyday 11:30 am to 10 pm.
• Potrero Hill – Double Play Bar & Grill – Sports bar (minus the sports, for now) across the street from the old baseball stadium. We’ve seen tables outside that end early, possiby when restaurant closes at 3pm each day, but call for hours (415) 621 9859
• Potrero Hill – Dumpling Time – Visitors can watch dumplings being made fresh right before their eyes, from the restaurant’s signature dumplings, pan-seared, well-stuffed, crispy-skinned gyoza, to steamed dumplings, traditional Chinese dumplings and noodles, Dumpling Time will delight dumpling aficionados and newbies alike. Now open for patio dining, Mon-Thur 11 am to 8:30 pm and Fri – Sun 10:30 am to 9 pm.
• Potrero Hill – Harmonic Brewing – They’ve got one of the largest and sunniest beer gardens around where you can enjoy rotating food vendors. Outdoor taproom seating is available every Friday 2-7pm and Saturday 12-7pm.
• Potrero Hill – Mochica – Happy Hour – Peruvian-inspired restaurant with signature Peruvian cocktails has reopened patio dining Tue-Thu (4-9p) and Fri-Sun (11a-10p). Closed Mondays. / Happy Hour 4pm-5:30pm Tuesday-Sunday
• Potrero Hill – The Morris – A modest, unpretentious bistro where you can eat and drink at world-class level. Well known for their Duck Duck Duck Tasting Menu and chartreuse slushy, their sidewalk tables are open for outdoor dining, Wednesday to Sunday 5 pm to 9 pm.
• Potrero Hill – Thee Parkside – Serving burgers, booze, espresso, carne asada tots, Guava Margarita Slushies and weekend specials announced in Instagram like kaula pork, garlic shrimp or chicken katsu, Outdoor seating Friday & Saturday (Noon to 7pm) and Sunday 11am to 5pm
• Potrero Hill – Torraku Ramen – SF Ramen Truck’s brick and mortar location on Deharo open for patio dining serving up ramen, Japanese beer and sake.

Presidio Heights

• Presidio Heights – Magic Flute Ristorante – California-Italian menu seven days a week with patio for brunch, lunch and dinner.
• Presidio Heights – Sociale – Lovely Italian restaurant with outdoor dining on front patio

Richmond District – Outer

• Richmond District – Outer – Cassava – Parklet

Russian Hill

• Russian Hill – Abrazo – Abrazo means “warm embrace” in Spanish, featuring Spanish-Californian cuisine, sourcing only the freshest and most traditional ingredients. Tuesday – Saturday Dinner 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm and closed on Sunday – Monday.
• Russian Hill – Amarena – Lively Italian spot with gluten free options. Opens Sunday through Thursday 5:00pm – 9.00pm Friday and Saturday 5:00pm – 10:00pm.
• Russian Hill – Caffe Greco – Espresso drinks, Italian desserts, light fare & wine are served inside & at popular sidewalk tables.
• Russian Hill – Fiorella – Fiorella brings the hood outdoor dining in the garden on the weekends & pizza and Tuesday is Burger Night. Open, Sunday-Thursday 4:30pm to 9:00pm, and Friday-Saturday 4:30pm to. 9:30pm.
• Russian Hill – Frascati Restaurant – Mediterranean style bistro, located in one of SF’s most desirable neighborhoods.Their cuisine is inspired from the Mediterranean coast and has strong Californian influences. They take pride in all of our house made desserts and ice creams. Open at 5:00pm Wednesday – Saturday and 2pm – 8pm on Sunday.
• Russian Hill – Harper & Rye – Outdoor cocktails and food from Co-Nam on new parklet
• Russian Hill – Mezcalito – Offers Parklet Outdoor dining, enjoy their thirst quenching house-made Margaritas (valid ID required) and favorite dishes as Meal Kits. Open Sunday to Thursday from 12 pm to 9 pm and Friday and Saturday from 12 pm to 10 pm.
• Russian Hill – Noren Izakaya – Brings retro Kyoto to SF with traditional charcoal-grilled Yakitori Skewers, Tonkotsu Ramen, Sashimi, Sake, Shochu, and imported beer.
• Russian Hill – Serafina – An Innovative Roman/ Italian Restaurant that opened at the start of the pandemi. Don’t miss their 8-10 specials as they incorporate seafood in Italian dishes.. Open Wednesday – Monday: 4 pm – 10 pm, Closed on Tuesday.
• Russian Hill – Seven Hills – Small rustic Italian restaurant that specializes homemade pasta.Now open for lunch or dinner 7 days a week, Outside tables are limited, first come first serve.
• Russian Hill – The New Spot on Polk – Family-owned diner serving breakfast all day open outdoor sidewalk dining from 8am to 7pm (but closes early at 2pm on Wed & Thu). Dog-friendly, outdoor street side seating with a covering awning, and heating for the outdoors coming soon.

San Ramon

• San Ramon – Roam Artisan Burgers – Roam’s San Ramon Bay Meadows restaurant is currently open for outdoor dining, takeout and delivery Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The San Ramon City Center location is open Sunday through Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

SoMa

• SoMa – 25 Lusk – Roof Top Outdoor Dining. Voted top 20 best new restaurants by Esquire Magazine within its first year of opening, also a certified green business, our roof top embraces the highest quality of standards and ingredients in a casual, safe, and constantly sanitized environment. Creative cocktails meet pizza, salads and caviar, varied wines, and a great beer selection.
• SoMa – 54 Mint – Modern Italian trattoria tucked into Mint Plaza reopening patio dining Monday, June 15th
• SoMa – Alchemist Bar & Lounge / Woodbury – Happy Hour – Gastropub has new street-side parklet one block from Oracle Park with outdoor dining and cocktails with house made infusions and hand crafted syrups. Mon-Sat from 3pm to 8pm / Happy hour from 3pm to 5pm with $6 wine, $7 Sparkling Rose, $10 Margarita, Old Fashioned, Aperol Spritz or Pliny of the Elder, and $4 select beers.
• SoMa – Alexander’s Steakhouse – Happy Hour – The Patio by Alexander’s Steakhouse is a casual outdoor experience that features some of the favorites from the Steakhouse, combined with some amazing pastas that have been created by Hours of operation are Wednesday through Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with Sunday brunch served from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. / The Patio has a dog-friendly Yappy Hour Wednesday through Friday from 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. during which guests are encouraged to bring along their furry friends who will receive some dog-friendly treats. Discounted bites, cocktails and wine offered at this time include $5 hamachi shots, $12 cocktails and $10 glasses of wine.
• SoMa – Barcha – Large heated patio serving seasonal Mediterranean fare at 28 Fremont opens Monday, June 15th at 11:30am
• SoMa – Basil Thai – They set up a few tables outdoor to bring the spirit of Bangkok to a bite, good food & strong drinks. Open for lunch Monday – Friday 11:30am-2pm and dinner 4-8:30pm.
• SoMa – Black Hammer Brewery – Bryant St. brew pub serving crowlers and cans of fresh beer and hot German comfort food. New sidewalk patio for 40 people opens Monday, June 15th. Happy hour 5-6pm everyday get monster-sized stein liters for half-price.
• SoMa – Chuy’s Fiestas – Enjoy delicious Mexican plates with a touch of Mexican roots in their newly opened patio. Open daily from 9 am to 4 pm.
• SoMa – CLOSED – Cathead BBQ – Unfortunately CatHead has closed down permanently. Serving CatHead Biscuits, Coca-Cola Smoked Brisket, Slow Smoked Pulled Pork & Sweet Tea BBQ Chicken. Outdoor patio with socially-distant picnic tables (with shade) in the parking lot. Open Wed-Sun 11am-6pm
• SoMa – Flytrap Restaurant – One of the oldest restaurants in SF dating back to the late 1800s. Their Garden Patio now has heaters with 2 different settings for low and high. They have a kickass fried chicken sandwich, house made gnocchi, and fried brussel sprouts. Full dinner and full bar available Monday to Saturday 3 pm to 10 pm.
• SoMa – GOZU – Launching outdoor dining on 7/22 with a new concept, GOZU-Chan, the first restaurant to employ a UV irradiation sanitizing system upon reopening indoor dining in California. The Gozu dining experience features Wagyu from around the world, including Japan. Open from 5pm – 11pm, Tuesday to Saturday.
• SoMa – Jersey – Town Hall’s fried chicken, East Coast pizza, falafel fritters and jersey chopped salads plus beer and wine. Outdoor dining available.
• SoMa – Local Brewing – An award winning brewery with amazing fresh beer and delicious fresh food pairings serving up specials every weekend. Enjoy it at our new outdoor dining space or takeout. Open every day of the week. Beer delivery is also available.
• SoMa – Mars Bar & Restauant – 7th and Brannan spot with full bar, kitche with lots of organic options, and two huge outside patios (one heated). Currently open 12-7 for outdoor dining but probably will expand our hours later into the evening on Thursday and Friday especially if the weather gets warmer.
• SoMa – Mathilde French Bistro – Happy Hour – Taditional French Cuisine, serving dinner on our heated patio with retractable awning to keep you warm. Tuesday to Saturday, 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Enjoy Live Jazz Music every Thursday from 6:30-9:30pm. / Unwind with wine, drinks and appetizer specials Thursday – Saturday from 5:30-6:30 pm.
• SoMa – OASIS – Rooftop dining is pretty cool. Drag performances throughout the day. This was a booming drag club (with an awesome “Sex in the City Live” show. Now turned restaurant and drag delivery service (Meals on Heels). Website says: Fridays 5pm – 9pm Saturdays 4pm – 9pm Sundays 3pm – 8pm
• SoMa – Rocco’s Cafe – Serving homemade Italian/American food for over 20 years their sidewalk tables for dining outdoors are available, open Wednesday-Saturday Breakfast/ lunch 10am-2pm and Dinner 4pm-8pm.
• SoMa – Rooh – Progressive Indian menu and cocktail bar on Brannan starting outdoor dining on Friday, June 12th with about 8-10 tables. Tuesday-Sunday from 5 to 9 p.m.
• SoMa – SAJJ Mediterranean – Fast casual retaurant on 2nd near Brannan serving healthy and customizable Mediterranean food has reopened outdoor patio dining at locations across the Bay Area
• SoMa – Lao Table – Happy Hour – Stylish “East Cut” Thai restaurant with outdoor patio, a $12 “Back to Basics” menu served in eco-friendly banana leaf packaging (instead of plastic containers). Open every Monday – Friday from 11am – 8pm. Signature dishes include Garden Fish Platter, Lao Sausage, Grilled Calamari, Beef Lettuce Wraps, Crab Curry, Panang Lamb Curry, Pad Mee Lao, and Lao Fried Rice. / Happy hour M-F from 4pm to 7pm with $1 oysters, $3.50 beer, $7 wine and cocktails in theiroutdoor area.
• SoMa – Sushi Hashiri – Dine under a 7-foot plastic dome “igloo” on Mint Plaza at Michelin-starred sushi spot & one of SF’s most expensive restaurants. Two seatings, 5pm and 7:30pm with $200 per person 5-course Kaiseki & Omakase Edomae Sushi dining experience. Open Wednesday through Saturday
• SoMa – The Pink Elephant Alibi – Happy Hour – Vegas-style Brunch, gourmet entrées, organic fruit and herb-Infused cocktails, craft monastery beers. Open for outdoor dining Tuesday-Thursday: 4-9:pm Bottomless Mimosa ($30): Friday – Sunday: 12-8pm / Thursdays: Free Taco Thursdays (4-9pm) – Buy two drinks and get a free taco or save taco points. Also Birthdays: Free Shot for anyone who missed their birthday March till Now.
• SoMa – The Willows – Friendly neighborhood bar in SoMa featuring good food, great cocktails, 12 rotating craft beer drafts.
• SoMa – Yank Sing – Starting June 20th traditional and contemporary Dim Sum location on Steverson opening patio dining from 11am to 3pm every day

Telegraph Hill

• Telegraph Hill – Darren’s Cafe – Their Front Patio is now open to serve American breakfast and lunch plus Vietnamese Pho and other great dishes. Open Monday to Sunday, 7:30 am – 2:30 pm.
• Telegraph Hill – Gino & Carlo – A classic North Beach sports bar and lounge of SF since 1942 officially opening its doors. Catch any sporting event on one of our 6 flat screens while imbibing in our refreshing pours. Thursday-Sunday weekly from 1pm-8pm for to-go drink orders.
• Telegraph Hill – Park Tavern – A Big Night Restaurant Group’s 3-star American tavern serving high-end bistro fare is now open for outdoor dining.

Tenderloin

• Tenderloin – Batter Bakery – Seating takes place in an open public space at Austin Alley (at Polk St.) which is dedicated to outdoor dining. Hours of Operation: Sun/Tues/Wed/Thurs 3-9pm; Fri/Sat 3-11pm; Closed Mondays
• Tenderloin – Ben Thai – Happy Hour – Seating takes place in an open public space at Austin Alley (at Polk St.) which is dedicated to outdoor dining. Hours of Operation: Sun/Tues/Wed/Thurs 3-9pm; Fri/Sat 3-11pm; Closed Mondays / Happy Hour is every day from 5p to 7p. All appetizers $1 off, all draft beer $2 off, all bottled beer $1 off, Mimosa or sangria $1 off.
• Tenderloin – Charmaine’s – Their spacious outdoor rooftop restaurant is an great spot for breakfast, lunch, dinner or their new weekend brunch. Their Japanese Breakfast Box is a can’t miss.
• Tenderloin – El Lopo – Seating takes place in an open public space at Austin Alley (at Polk St.) which is dedicated to outdoor dining. Hours of Operation: Sun/Tues/Wed/Thurs 3-9pm; Fri/Sat 3-11pm; Closed Mondays
• Tenderloin – Grubstake – Late night spot with outdoor dining on patio open until Midnight with burgers, steak & eggs, breakfast specials and beer and wine. Seating takes place in an open public space at Austin Alley (at Polk St.) which is dedicated to outdoor dining. Hours of Operation: Sun/Tues/Wed/Thurs 3-9pm; Fri/Sat 3-11pm; Closed Mondays
• Tenderloin – Lower Polk Shared Space on Austin Alley – This is an open public space that will offer food service from El Lopo, Grubstake Diner, Ben Thai, Vegan Picnic and Batter Bakery. Seating takes place in Austin Alley (at Polk St.) which is dedicated to outdoor dining. Hours of Operation: Sun/Tues/Wed/Thurs 3-9pm; Fri/Sat 3-11pm; Closed Mondays.
• Tenderloin – Vegan Picnic – Seating takes place in an open public space at Austin Alley (at Polk St.) which is dedicated to outdoor dining. Hours of Operation: Sun/Tues/Wed/Thurs 3-9pm; Fri/Sat 3-11pm; Closed Mondays

Treasure Island

• Treasure Island – Mersea – Amazing view of San Francisco from unique container-style restaurant and bar. Courtyard reopening on June 12th

Union Square

• Union Square – 620 Jones – Garden patio overlooking Geary with big huge umbrellas and blankets if it gets cold. Pizza and fried chicken with chipotle mayo plus Watermelon Basil Cooler, and Blue Pea Flower Jasmine Lemonade. Already open (shhhhhh) Closed Mondays.
• Union Square – Amorino Gelato – Authentic Italian gelato from a meticulous selection natural ingredients at 338 Grant Ave.
• Union Square – Del Popolo – Their back patio is open for Alfresco dining Tuesday to Saturday from 5:00pm to 8:30 pm. Offers wood-fire neapolitan pizzas, pop-up menu every Tue and Wed to keep things interesting.
• Union Square – Herlen Place – Modern and chic coffee and wine bar located in between Union Square and the Financial District, right by Chinatown’s Dragon Gate
• Union Square – Hogwash – Modern California beer bar, featuring house made sausages and 30 of the world’s finest craft beers on tap
• Union Square – Irish Bank – Alley way Irish bar opening at 11:30am for outdoor dining starting Friday, June 12
• Union Square – John’s Grill – A San Francisco tradition since 1908, this historic restaurant is one of the city’s oldest serving up steaks and fresh seafood and was a setting in The Maltese Falcon. Named one of the 10 best by Esquire and featured in Gourmet Magazine. Enjoy a new 700-square-foot outdoor dining area: Monday – Sunday, noon – 8 pm.
• Union Square – Le Colonial – French-Vietnamese villa in a alleyway in the old Trader Vics spot with an atrrium-style patio with ceiling fans and rattan decor reopening on Father’s Day (June 21st 3 to 8) and then opening slowly starting June 25th
• Union Square – ONE65 Patisserie – World-class chef serves sophisticated desserts and light bites literally right on Union Square is now serving Sunday brunch from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the restaurant’s sidewalk patio. Outdoor seating is available Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and on Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Union Square – Pabu – Terrace seating with heaters. Outdoor dining terrace with heaters. Features the finest sourced fresh seafood, which is flown in daily from Japan’s famed Toyosu Market.
• Union Square – Pacific Cocktail Haven – Cute little parklet on 580 Sutter with patio cocktails and partnering with Filipino eatery, Pinoy Heritage, for some tasty meal kits. Website says open 3-6 PM Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
• Union Square – Tad’s Steak House – Classic diner & steak house dating back to 1955. Al fresco dining with sidewalk tables along Powell Open Monday thru Saturday 9a to 8p & Sunday from 10a to 7p
• Union Square – Tunnel Top – Small, local cocktail bar located on top of the Stockton Tunnel, according to Visit Union Square is open for “outdoor dining”
• Union Square – Zingari – Rooftop dining with house-made pastas and roasted or grilled meats and fish around Italian wine and classic Italian cocktails.

Walnut Creek

• Walnut Creek – Telefèric – Serving authentic Spanish tapas, pintxos, and craft cocktails in Walnut Creek

West Portal

• West Portal – Franco’s Latin Table – A classic Peruvian, family owned and operated neighborhood restaurant. Lively and vibrant atmosphere. Serves Great fish n chips. Open Monday – Sunday : 11:00 am – 9:00 pm.
• West Portal – McCarthy’s Irish Bar – Local Irish bar partners with Franco’s Latin Table to offer appetizers. All of our seating is outdoors so please don’t forget your masks and jackets before you swing by. Open Monday-Friday from 2 pm -10 pm and Saturday & Sunday 12 pm -3 pm.
• West Portal – Roti Indian Bistro – The best North Indian food restaurant in SF. Roti’s Parket is now open, offering fabulous cuisine from North India and Southern India, crafted in the flavors of their vegetarian dishes. Open on Monday at 5pm to 8:30pm and Tuesday – Sunday: 3pm to 8:30pm.
• West Portal – Spiazzo – Shared Spaces Dining in Street. Neighborhood fave with reasonably priced Italian cuisine
• West Portal – Squat & Gobble – Creperie and brunch spot (plus massive burgers) opens its patio on June 12th
• West Portal – Trattoria da Vittorio – Delicious Italian food made from our Calabrian family recipes. From wood-fired pizzas to pastas to meat dishes to vegetarian favorite. They have parket dining now open Monday through Friday Lunch at 11:30 am to 3:00 pm and Dinner at 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm, Saturday – 11:00 am to 10:00 pm and Sunday – 11:00 am to 9:00 pm.

Western Addition

• • Western Addition – Scopo Divino – Happy Hour – Wine bar with live music at California & Divisadero. Happy Hour Daily from 3-6 (1/2 price oysters and 20% off beer & wine), and daily for dinner from 3-9 pm with brunch Saturdays and Sundays from 11am-3pm. / Happy Hours Daily from 3-6 (1/2 price oysters and 20% off beer & wine)

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