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Castro

  1. Cafe Flore

    2298 Market St, San Francisco, CA
    An outdoor setting offers the perfect balance of seclusion and inclusion at this perpetually busy cafe.

  2. Chow

    215 Church St, San Francisco, CA
    Backyard tables at this comfort food institution proves popular on sunny days and warmer nights.

  3. Home

    2100 Market St, San Francisco, CA
    Comfort cuisine in a Castro restaurant that offers prime people-watching and a fireplace patio.

  4. Nirvana Restaurant

    544 Castro St, San Francisco, CA
    Diners dig into pan-Asian fare while kicking back in the charming heated garden deck.

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Embarcadero

  1. Hog Island Oyster Company

    1 Ferry Plz, San Francisco, CA
    Commuters and tourists dig into oysters at one of the handful of tables overlooking the bay.

  2. Taylor's Refresher

    1 Ferry Plaza, San Francisco, CA
    American road food goes upscale at this Ferry Plaza favorite, which comes complete with a massive deck.

  3. Mistral Rotisserie Provencale--CLOSED

    One Ferry Building, No 41, San Francisco, CA
    Pick up all the makings of a Provencal picnic at this gourmet takeout spot, then enjoy it at one of the waterfront tables.

  4. Red's Java House

    Pier 30, San Francisco, CA
    No-frills burger and coffee shack offers a casual backyard deck with a stunning view of the soaring Bay Bridge.

  5. Ferry Plaza Seafoods

    1 Ferry Building, San Francisco, CA
    Simply prepared seafood, front-row views of the bay and affordable prices are the hallmarks of this informal eatery.

  6. Americano Restaurant and Bar

    8 Mission St, San Francisco, CA
    The Hotel Vitale's flagship restaurant offers a hip waterfront patio scene alongside its Italian standards with a California twist.

  7. Epic Roasthouse

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    369 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA
    Arguably the city's best view of the Bay Bridge can be found on the patio at this grand steakhouse on the bay.

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The Haight/Cole Valley

  1. Cafe Du Soleil

    200 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA
    An airy French cafe in the lower Haight features sidewalk seating on sunny days.

  2. Reverie Coffee Cafe

    848 Cole St, San Francisco, CA
    Grab coffee and a muffin or swirl wine on the bright patio at this versatile neighborhood eatery.

  3. Zazie

    941 Cole St, San Francisco, CA
    Breezy Cole Valley cafe offers a pretty, flower-laden backyard deck.

  4. Boulange de Cole Valley

    1000 Cole St, San Francisco, CA
    Authentic French breads, pastries and a smattering of outdoor tables bring out the neighborhood in Cole Valley.

  5. Bia's Restaurant & Wine Bar

    1640 Haight St., San Francisco, CA
    The spacious, tree-covered patio in the back is a pretty sit-down option for Mediterranean fare.

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Hayes Valley/Civic Center

  1. Flipper's

    482 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA
    A Hayes Valley burger joint with a popular outdoor patio.

  2. Zuni Cafe

    1658 Market St, San Francisco, CA
    Fries, oysters and Euro-inspired streetside seating -- this Mediterranean legend still has it going on.

  3. DeLessio Market and Bakery

    1695 Market St, San Francisco, CA
    The petite deck is a popular sit-down option at this bright gourmet bakery and eatery.

  4. Arlequin

    384B Hayes St, San Francisco, CA
    Grilled sandwiches and a gorgeous garden seating highlight this small Hayes Valley cafe.

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Marina/Cow Hollow

  1. Bistro Aix

    3340 Steiner St, San Francisco, CA
    This California bistro offers globally inspired dishes and a heated garden patio.

  2. Bistro Yoffi -- CLOSED

    2231 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA
    International food and jazz draws an eclectic crowd to this garden-like Marina cafe.

  3. Perry's (Union Street)

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    1944 Union St, San Francisco, CA
    Soups, sandwiches and four coveted outdoor tables are the lure at this neighborhood eatery.

  4. Bin 38

    3232 Scott St, San Francisco, CA
    Sexy, popular wine bar and restaurant with lots of room--inside and out--for stylish mingling and relaxing.

  5. Betelnut Pejiu Wu

    2030 Union St, San Francisco, CA
    Nosh on Pan-Asian dishes while sipping potent tropical drinks at this dining spot's curbside tables.

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Mission

  1. Foreign Cinema

    2534 Mission St, San Francisco, CA
    Concrete chic meets "La Dolce Vita" at this Mission District phenomenon, which offers an outdoor courtyard.

  2. El Rio

    3158 Mission St, San Francisco, CA
    A free-spirited dance club with an outdoor patio in the Outer Mission.

  3. Tartine Bakery

    600 Guerrero St, San Francisco, CA
    The few street-side tables fill up quickly at this wildly popular Mission cafe.

  4. Blue Plate

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    3218 Mission St, San Francisco, CA
    The premier real estate--tree-tucked tables overlooking a gurgling fountain--is in the highly sought-after backyard garden.

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Noe Valley

  1. Le Zinc

    4063 24th St, San Francisco, CA
    Rustic French fare pleases the clean-cut Noe Valley crowd at this popular bistro with sidewalk seating.

  2. Savor

    3913 24th St, San Francisco, CA
    Crepes, omelets, sandwiches and a pretty courtyard make this spot a popular Noe Valley destination.

  3. Incanto

    1550 Church St, San Francisco, CA
    An upscale take on unusual Italian country fare wows an urban crowd at this Noe Valley favorite.

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North Beach

  1. Caffe Greco

    423 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA
    Sidewalk tables along busy Columbus Avenue make for prime people watching.

  2. Trattoria Pinocchio

    401 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA
    Familiar Italian favorites are served indoors and out on North Beach's main drag.

  3. Rose Pistola

    532 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA
    Street-side tables give European flair to this upscale trattoria in the heart of North Beach.

  4. Figaro

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    414 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA
    A fireplace, twinkling white lights and a huge mural of the Assisi hills create a romantic atmosphere on the 70-seat garden patio.

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Pacific Heights/Laurel Heights

  1. Magic Flute

    3673 Sacramento St, San Francisco, CA
    Cal-Italian cuisine is dished up on a popular, scenic patio.

  2. Sociale

    3665 Sacramento St, San Francisco, CA
    Comfortable yet upscale, this courtyard Italian restaurant is a Laurel Heights favorite.

  3. Rigolo

    3465 California St, San Francisco, CA
    Families jam indoor and outdoor tables for comfort food with French and Italian influences.

  4. The Grove Fillmore

    2016 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA
    Large, popular Fillmore neighborhood hangout for coffee, beer or a bite to eat.

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Richmond District

  1. Bazaar Cafe

    5927 California St, San Francisco, CA
    Lovely cafe boasts a charming, sophisticated interior -- and one of the prettiest art gardens in the Richmond District.

  2. Bill's Place

    2315 Clement St, San Francisco, CA
    Pleasant outdoor patio and gourmet burgers make this Richmond standby a neighborhood fave.

  3. Garden House Cafe

    3117 Clement St, San Francisco, CA
    Sunny cafe and patio offers tasty subs heaped with veggies.

  4. Simple Pleasures Cafe

    3434 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA
    When the fog lifts, regulars at this casual cafe scramble to score one of the few outdoor seats.

  5. Park Chalet

    1000 Great Hwy, San Francisco, CA
    Soak up unmatched views of the Pacific from this garden restaurant, which offers open-air dining.

  6. B Star Bar

    127 Clement St, San Francisco, CA
    This Burma Superstar spinoff shows up its older sibling with a charming backyard patio and a much shorter table-wait, too.

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SoMa

  1. The Ramp

    855 China Basin St, San Francisco, CA
    A killer view of the bay is the eternal lure at this unpretentious China Basin restaurant and bar.

  2. Primo Patio Cafe

    214 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA
    Solid, satisfying Caribbean food served in an enclosed patio creates charm in SoMa.

  3. Momo's

    760 Second St, San Francisco, CA
    The massive front patio facing AT&T Park gets packed on game nights.

  4. Chez Spencer Restaurant & Bar

    82 14th St, San Francisco, CA
    For a romantic tete-a-tete, ask for a table on the welcoming front patio, enclosed by a white-picket fence.

  5. Ducca

    50 Third St, San Francisco, CA
    This Venice-inspired SoMa eatery wins fans with classic Italian fare, a posh lounge and versatile outdoor patio and sculpture garden.

  6. Chez Papa Resto

    414 Jessie St, San Francisco, CA
    Dine on Mint Plaza at this swanky brother to the popular Chez Papa Bistrot.

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Sunset District

  1. Java Beach Cafe

    1396 La Playa St, San Francisco, CA
    Surfers, tourists and neighborhood locals looking for a java fix flock to this Outer Sunset sweet spot.

  2. Park Chow

    1240 9th Ave, San Francisco, CA
    A bustling outdoor patio and rooftop deck gives two options for alfresco dining at the Sunset outpost of this comfort food standby.

  3. Darla's

    822 Irving St, San Francisco, CA
    Find warm service, a cheerful backyard courtyard and tasty diner fare at family-friendly prices.

  4. Sea Breeze Cafe

    3940 Judah St, San Francisco, CA
    Laid-back neighborhood spot by the ocean boasts comfort food and outdoor seating.

  5. Yumma's

    721 Irving St, San Francisco, CA
    Flavorful Middle Eastern food and a petite patio make for casual, pleasant dining.

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Union Square/Financial District

  1. The Terrace at The Ritz Carlton

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    600 Stockton St, San Francisco, CA
    A brick courtyard, an elegant fountain and a profusion of well-tended flowers make this the loveliest and most civilized venue for alfresco dining in the city.

  2. Bambuddha Lounge

    601 Eddy St, San Francisco, CA
    Posh professionals unwind with down-tempo grooves at the Phoenix Hotel's poolside lounge.

  3. Café Tiramisu

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    28 Belden Pl, San Francisco, CA
    A blanket of white lights twinkles over a slew of outdoor tables at this charming Italian hideaway.

  4. Cafe Claude French Restaurant

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    7 Claude Ln, San Francisco, CA
    On balmy evenings, tourists and downtown workers jam outdoor tables along Claude Lane's pedestrian-only alleyway.

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