Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Cole Valley

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1. Zazie

4.7

Exceptional(1174)

$$$$

• French • Cole Valley

Booked 19 times today

Zazie is a neighborhood French bistro in Cole Valley specializing in the country cooking of Southern France. The well heated garden patio has a louvered roof, and is a delightful place to enjoy a casual, relaxed meal with friends and family. Our menu is seasonal, featuring slow braised rabbit, cassoulet, grilled fresh fish, and a variety of vegetarian options. Zazie invites dog lovers to bring their pup to dinner on the heated, covered patio on Monday nights and take $10 off any bottle of wine on our list. Tuesday nights are no corkage nights; bring as many bottles as you can gracefully handle! We are famous for our American style brunch seven days/ week as well, although reservations are not accepted for brunch. Zazie is proudly Tip Free! Our menu prices include a living wage, profit sharing, and full benefits for ALL our hard working staff.

2. Waterbar

4.7

Exceptional(11458)

$$$$

• Seafood • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 91 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.Please note, we only accept reservations 30 days in advance.

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3. Nopa - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(3891)

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• Californian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 85 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.

4. Chouquet's

4.7

Exceptional(1868)

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• French • Pacific Heights

Booked 36 times today

A couple enjoying each others company tucked into a banquette late in the evening…a group of girlfriends people-watching from the sidewalk tables over brunch…two neighbors stopping by to grab lunch at the bar. These people all have one thing in common as they enjoy a meal here on Fillmore Street in Pacific Heights- Chouquet's. Whether inside our dining room or outside under the heated protection of our large awning, diners come to Chouquet’s to enjoy fresh, seasonal French bistro fare in a casual yet refined environment. Join us for lunch, brunch, or dinner and let us satisfy you with signature dishes such as our boeuf bourguignon, duck confit, onion soup or with bistro classics such as steak frites, moules marinière, and our famous crème brûlée for dessert. To complement your meal, we offer over 20 wines by the glass from our eclectic wine list of smaller producers.

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5. Firefly Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(3133)

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• Contemporary American • Noe Valley

Booked 27 times today

We serve food that, more often than not, accesses that part of our deepest soul where genuine expression can flow forth. We have always tried to give our food and service our best selves, as honest and vulnerable as we can muster. We strive to be a place where you might actually have a real connection; maybe with your server, maybe with your food or maybe with your possibly gracious host who is ACTUALLY glad you’re there. Oh, you wanted a restaurant description? Sorry. Can’t really help you there. We’re not so big on labels. Our food is hard to nail down as we are constantly evolving and entirely seasonal and personal. We’ve used “Food you eat” as a tag line on occasion and that remains accurate. We could also describe it as “Food we really want you to eat”. When you’re here, tell us what you would call it.

6. Octavia

4.7

Exceptional(2830)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Pacific Heights

Booked 24 times today

Octavia is the sister restaurant of Frances, helmed by award-winning Chef Owner Melissa Perello. Octavia serves dinner five nights a week in an elegant and relaxed neighborhood setting. Beautifully defined flavors and seasonally driven cuisine are the cornerstones of Octavia’s menu. Leveraging longstanding relationships with the region’s top purveyors and farms, Octavia's daily evolving selections spotlight Chef Perello's commitment to sustainability and the Bay Area’s wealth of agricultural resources.

7. Lokma

4.8

Exceptional(930)

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• Turkish • Richmond District

Booked 32 times today

Lokma, which means “a bite” in Turkish, opened in February 2018 in the Outer Richmond. We proudly serve fresh Californian and Turkish-inspired dishes, offering our guests a comforting blend of flavors and warm hospitality in our bright, inviting space.We allow a 15-minute grace period for reservations, and we kindly ask that you give us a call if you’re running a little late. After 15 minutes, reservations may be marked as no-shows.Because we experience a high number of no-shows and last-minute cancellations, parties of 5 or more are subject to a 24-hour cancellation window. A credit card is required through OpenTable, and a $15 per-person fee will apply for no-shows or late cancellations.Our outdoor dining area is cozy and fully heated, and we’re happy to provide blankets upon request to make your experience even more comfortable.

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8. Bistro Central Parc

4.7

Exceptional(1120)

$$$$

• Italian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 18 times today

Our executive chef is excited to present their vision to you and all our guests. With the utmost romantic atmosphere, our caring and committed staff make sure you have a fantastic experience with us!

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9. Harborview Restaurant & Bar

4.5

Awesome(1809)

$$$$

• Chinese • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 109 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

10. Greens Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(11167)

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• Vegetarian / Vegan • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 58 times today

Greens is open for indoor and outdoor dining, with take out available online or at our in-house kiosk. When reserving a table outdoors, we recommend bringing a jacket that is suitable for wind and chilly weather. Our heated dining pavilion is in front of the Greens building. Diners savor Greens imaginative vegetarian cuisine that features local and seasonal produce and the finest ingredients from our organic farm Green Gulch. Focusing on creative and nutritious meals balanced in flavor and textures, our menus are inspired by farmers, relationships and stories around the world. Located in Landmark Building A of the historic Fort Mason Center, Greens is home to some of the most dramatic views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Marin Headlands that San Francisco has to offer.

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JoanGold
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food and service is excellent! I highly recommend the Tiger Prawn salad. Thank you for an enjoyable lunch in your warm and inviting restaurant.
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Cote Ouest$$$$• French• Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
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4.9
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lucy
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
All the dishes are prepared to perfection. I had lunch there three days in the last week. Always great! I bring my dog. It’s her favorite place.
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Chouquet's$$$$• French• Pacific Heights
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4.7
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jo
Belgium •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Had a wonderful experience at Harborview Restaurant & Bar! The food was absolutely delicious, the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was just perfect. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a great meal!
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Harborview Restaurant & Bar$$$$• Chinese• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.5
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Yezid
Orange County •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great food, excellent service by staff, and a memorable dinner to celebrate my daughter’s graduation from USF. Shout out to Yunis (our server) for taking care of our group. Thank you for the fun evening. We’ll see you again.
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Bistro Central Parc$$$$• Italian• North Panhandle / USF
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4.7
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BarbaraGold
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2026
We loved the food and vibe of the restaurant. The service was personable and attentive. Zazie is a neighborhood gem. I only wished I lived in SF to eat there more often
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Zazie$$$$• French• Cole Valley
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4.7

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