Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in The Castro

95 restaurants available nearby

1. Frances

4.8

Exceptional(3658)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • The Castro

Booked 3 times today

At Frances, chef Melissa Perello’s seasonal menu reflects modern California sensibilities and focuses on ingredients from local markets, farms and producers in a casual, neighborhood setting. Named after Chef Perello’s grandmother, Frances is an ode to refined but comfortable sensibilities in both food and decor. Whether it’s the technique-rich, yet simple approach to food, or the open, familiar atmosphere and stellar service, Frances' honest, focused approach has resonated with customers and critics alike.

2. Fable - SF

4.7

Exceptional(2189)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • The Castro

Booked 64 times today

Fable is the best garden patio restaurant in San Francisco. In the heart of the vibrant Castro neighborhood, our patio restaurant showcases seasonal California cuisine and the best brunch in town. Join us for dinner and brunch seven days a week in a unique, all-weather outdoor dining experience. Inside Fable, our open kitchen concept shows how fresh ingredients are used to create the finished product.

3. Starbelly

4.5

Awesome(1579)

Price: Moderate

• American • The Castro

Booked 53 times today

Starbelly is a modern, urban restaurant that serves California Comfort food in the heart of The Castro. Our garden patio and fun atmosphere make Starbelly a neighborhood favorite, serving lunch, brunch and dinner. Our craft cocktails, beer and wine lists all play well with our seasonal menu.

4. Foreign Cinema

4.8

Exceptional(8820)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Mission District

Booked 57 times today

Foreign Cinema is a one of a kind, nationally acclaimed restaurant combining independent films with California-Mediterranean cooking. Enjoy an airy yet chic setting, complete with indoor dining room with a fireplace, outdoor courtyard with 35mm film screening starting at dusk, mezzanine, gallery curated by Modernism West & full bar in the main dining room. Foreign Cinema has something for everyone including their DJ/live music bar, Laszlo. Enjoy special happy hours, uniquely craft cocktails, zero proof selections, full Foreign Cinema dinner menu, and lively music to end your evening.We are currently booking for Outdoor Patio & Indoor/Standard seating 60 days in advance. A ‘standard seating’ reservation is indoor dining. Reservations for 10+ may be booked through private dining department - contact janine@foreigncinema.com for more information.

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5. Nopa - San Francisco

4.6

Exceptional(3534)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 59 times today

Nopa is a San Francisco gathering place north of the Panhandle, serving urban rustic food and specializing in organic wood-fired cuisine. We serve simple dishes created with seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms and purveyors.

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6. Harborview Restaurant & Bar

4.5

Awesome(1442)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 72 times today

Located at Four Embarcadero Center, Harborview Restaurant & Bar serves quintessential Cantonese Cuisine and traditional yet innovative dim sum and banquet menus, with impeccable service in an elegant and relaxed atmosphere. With a main dining room seating more than 200, Harborview also features a full bar, patio, private dining and special event space. Harborview is a combination of traditional Cantonese classics and our own original recipes, using the finest ingredients. We look forward to serving you soon!Harborview Restaurant Team

7. Dalida

4.7

Exceptional(879)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Presidio

Booked 60 times today

Beautiful Modern Mediterranean restaurant by Chefs Laura and Sayat (Star Chefs and San Francisco Chronicle Rising Stars) at the Main Parade Lawn in the heart of the Presidio National Park. The restaurant's menus feature Presidio-inspired seasonal craft cocktails, a progressive wine menu, and a cuisine that balances the comfort of familiar Mediterranean flavors with California sensibilities. In cohesion with the Presidio National Park, the design features soft, natural colors; repurposed furniture items from the Presidio; and a mural and a hand-drawn wall paper by Bay Area artist Emily Parkinson. Diners can enjoy a patio with a view of Alcatraz; an intimate private dining room; a lofty main dining room surrounded by windows on two sides; a cozy bar that is a local favorite; and an open-concept kitchen counter with counter seats and high tables.

8. Mr. Digby's

4.6

Exceptional(465)

Price: Expensive

• American • Noe Valley

Booked 18 times today

Mr. Digbys Bar and Restaurant is the new neighborhood spot in Noe Valley, SF! Join us for elevated American comfort food and classic cocktails in a comfortable, polished setting. We offer dog-friendly sidewalk and parklet seating, bar seating and standard seating. Chronicle rated "Best Food of the Week" 2021.

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9. Delfina Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(980)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mission District

Booked 34 times today

Delfina is a bustling, James Beard Award-winning neighborhood trattoria in San Francisco’s Mission District. Owned by Anne and Craig Stoll.

10. Waterbar

4.6

Exceptional(10931)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 34 times today

Waterbar is a seafood-centric restaurant located on the waterfront with spectacular panoramic views of the bay and city skyline, exceptional design, and a menu of the freshest sustainable fish and seafood. Featuring stunning outdoor (dog-friendly) dining on the waterfront patio, a relaxed atmosphere and floor-to-ceiling circular aquariums filled with an eye-catching array of fish and marine life from the Pacific Ocean. Waterbar is not to be missed.

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Ana
San Francisco Bay Area •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always a great vibe. Service was attentive and helpful. Drinks are dope, food is on point. Brunch menu is delicious! All around a good experience. Cheers to the team!
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Foreign CinemaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Mission District
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4.8
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Nicole
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Service was fantastic! We loved the food, and really enjoyed how fresh everything was. Would love to return!
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Nopa - San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Californian• North Panhandle / USF
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4.6
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Kurt
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Fable is like a well-oiled machine, when I want a sweet, little restaurant getaway that feels like home away from home, I go to Fable! The food is deliciously consistent and more healthy than not. The staff are attentive but not up in your grill and if you’re lucky enough to get a patio table for your weekend brunch, the delightful ambiance brings it all together and why Fable is one of my favorite places in the City!
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Fable - SFPrice: Moderate• Californian• The Castro
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4.7
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Carlos
West Palm Beach •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Very nice experience overall , very good service and food
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FrancesPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• The Castro
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4.8
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JayVIP
Phoenix / Arizona •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
Really nice experience. Great food and super attentive service. We're on the covered patio, so a little less buzzy than the dining room, so easy to catch up with friends. Highly recommended.
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StarbellyPrice: Moderate• American• The Castro
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4.5

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95 restaurants available nearby

1. Frances

2. Fable - SF

3. Starbelly

4. Foreign Cinema

5. Nopa - San Francisco

6. Harborview Restaurant & Bar

7. Dalida

8. Mr. Digby's

9. Delfina Restaurant

10. Waterbar

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