Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in San Francisco Bay Area

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Hercules Draft House & Cantina

4.9

4.9 (47)

$30 and under

Mexican

Los Gatos

About the restaurant

STEP INTO THE WORLD OF GOOD TIMES AND GREAT EATS AT HERCULES DRAFT HOUSE & CANTINA, LOCATED IN THE HEART OF LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA. OUR LIVELY BAR AND RESTAURANT IS THE PERFECT DESTINATION FOR FRIENDS AND SPORTS ENTHUSIASTS ALIKE, OFFERING A FUN ATMOSPHERE, DELICIOUS FOOD, AND THE BEST PLACE TO CATCH ALL THE BIGGEST GAMES ON TV. WHETHER YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A NIGHT OUT WITH FRIENDS, A PLACE TO ENJOY A GREAT MEAL, OR A SPOT TO CHEER ON YOUR FAVORITE TEAM, HERCULES DRAFT HOUSE & CANTINA IS THE PLACE TO BE. SO COME ON IN, GRAB A COLD DRINK, SINK INTO A COMFORTABLE SEAT, AND GET READY FOR A TRULY UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE.

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Donvip

Dined on Aug 28, 2024

Took the family for Taco Tuesday and the food was great and everyone enjoyed it. Drinks specials were perfect with the meal. We will go back for sure. It was very busy, but great service from the staff.

The Taste of Tea

4.8

4.8 (218)

$30 and under

Japanese

Healdsburg

About the restaurant

Online reservations are limited, please call for full availability. Open Thursdays through Mondays, seating ends 30 mins prior to closing.
The Taste of Tea is The is real Taste of Japan; A hidden gem in Downtown Healdsburg, loved by locals and tourist for 8 years. Serving the best Ramen, prepared by executive Chef Nez Tokugawa and his passionate team, using family recipes with the finest local and imported ingredients. Mixologist crafted beverages; Adult tea cocktails, sake, beer and tea reimagined. Our sophisticated indoor and outdoor dining spaces are spacious and comfortable. Online ordering and retail shopping available www.thetasteoftea.com. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @thetasteoftea

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Gracevip

Dined on Aug 24, 2024

We love coming here. The food is always so fresh, healthy and delicious. We've only had the noodle dishes. I never feel overly stuffed or bloated afterwards. Service is always good. Sitting outside in the parklet is wonderful too.

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Blue Sakana - Blackhawk (Formerly Blue Gingko - Blackhawk)

4.8

4.8 (136)

$30 and under

Japanese

San Ramon

About the restaurant

Come to unwind, stay for the unexpected

Blue Sakana is an Izakaya style restaurant with share plates where friends can go to have a drink and unwind after a long day. Chef and owner, JD prepares Japanese influenced dishes from around the world consisting of an eclectic mix of local and seasonal meat, noodle, sashimi, and traditional sushi specialties, with an emphasis on a unique variety of fresh seafood.

The staff welcomes you into their house and offers up comfort, hospitality and fun. Blue Sakana Blackhawk features an outdoor patio and a full bar, stocked with an extensive selection of sake, where our team happily introduce diners to the world of sake.

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John

Dined on Aug 19, 2024

Went to celebrate birthday Food was delivered quickly Fresh and tasty Dessert was complimentary for birthday person

Yeti Indian Cuisine Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (434)

$30 and under

Indian

Glen Ellen

About the restaurant

Our creative menu is a Nepalese-Indian fusion of both cultures. Our kitchen draws the best from Sonoma County by bringing you fresh seasonal produce meats & seafood. We offer traditional appetizers, curries, tandoori and a number of vegetarian dishes. We have international and local beers in addition to our extensive wine list.

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Jeffreyvip

Dined on Aug 21, 2024

My wife and I love Yeti at the mill. We try and have their great indian food a few time a month!

Agave Mexican Restaurant - Healdsburg

4.7

4.7 (26)

$50 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Healdsburg

About the restaurant

Agave Healdsburg serves authentic regional dishes that showcase the rich and unique flavors of Oaxaca, Mexico. Owner and Executive chef, Octavio Diaz uses the freshest ingredients of the seasons to take guests on a culinary journey. The restaurant’s menu ensures there is always something new for guests.

Start with some traditional appetizers like the molotes, memelitas, ceviche, or freshly made guacamole. House specialties include our homemade mole negro served with any protein or vegetables of your choice. Agave is known for its unique mezcal handcrafted cocktails as well as its "famous" mole negro. "You enter as a stranger and leave as family".

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Valerie

Dined 6 days ago

Service was great. Food is always great and fresh. Eric our server at the bar made perfect recommendations on food and drinks

Altovino

4.7

4.7 (4)

$31 to $50

Italian

Nob Hill

About the restaurant

Altovino is a charming neighborhood restaurant offering a rotating menu of thoughtfully composed dishes that showcase the progression of the San Francisco seasons and capture the spirit of the regional Italian table.
The wine list encompasses a range of Italian wine, both classic and unique.

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Dave

Dined 7 days ago

Possibly the best meal we have ever had. Starters were fresh and full of flavour, mains were incredible. Would highly recommend a visit

The Refuge - San Mateo

4.7

4.7 (95)

$30 and under

Gastro Pub

San Mateo

About the restaurant

As featured on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives, The REFUGE specializes in hand-carved, ultra tender, boldly flavored navel pastrami which is sending shockwaves throughout the gastronomic consciousness of patrons who call it “the greatest this planet will see in some time.” The REFUGE boasts the world’s best Belgian and Craft Beer on draught (24 in San Mateo) in the Bay Area, with many more by bottle.

Since 2008, the REFUGE has been providing protection for many East Coast street food classics especially the hand-carved navel pastrami. But wait, just for good measure, we grind our own blend of hamburger on a daily basis as well as procure our own Ribeye Blend for our Authentic CheeseSteaks.

We also offer honest Old World wine, dazzling salads and eclectic appetizers. Casual connoisseurs unite! This place is the real deal. Whether it’s a quick lunch, a raging evening, a private event, take-out or delivery, the REFUGE experience is unlike any other place at any one time.

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Helen

Dined 6 days ago

I finally found my favorite smoked beef in the Bay Area. It tasted just like what I had missed, and the craft beer also amazed me. It is a place that I will always reminisce about.

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Experience

REFUGE San Mateo Bi-Weekly Trivia Night!

The Lexington House

4.6

4.6 (278)

$50 and over

Californian

Los Gatos

About the restaurant

A shared plate dining experience, The Lex offers modern California cuisine with global influences. Chef Ethan Carreon and his team shop 3-4 times a week at the Farmers Markets to offer an ever changing menu in tune with the many seasons of the Bay Area. The Chicken from Fogline Farm and The Lex Burger is a always a stand-out as well as our vegetarian & seafood dishes. Owner Stephen Shelton is the leader of the passionate & authentic service staff on the floor and heads up the well curated cocktail, beer and wine program. Our Patio Dining is a great option for dining or dropping in for a cocktail and a bite around the fire-pit, all offering great views of the hustle & bustle of Downtown Los Gatos. It is well heated & covered for the cool and winter nights (dressing warmly is still recommended). The dining room and bar is a hip, yet sophisticated vibe for date night, a special celebration or just getting together with friends or business colleagues...The vibe is always right!

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Eddievip

Dined 6 days ago

The menu changes all the time but it’s consistently creative and delicious.

Rancho Cantina

4.6

4.6 (25)

$30 and under

Mexican

Lafayette

About the restaurant

Rancho Cantina is a Mexican restaurant serving traditional cuisines with a dash of contemporary flavors. The restaurant has a chic and stylish yet elegant interior with warm ambience and comfortable furnishings. The place is good for dinner and offers a casual dining space to hang out with friends or family. Rancho Cantina has a full alcohol bar and offers outdoor seating for a refreshing experience. Television and free Wi-Fi are also available here. Rancho Cantina is known to be serving delectable Mexican cuisine varieties. Some of the popular choices at the restaurant include chicken taco, cheese quesadilla, guacamole, steamed mussels, carne asada, adobe brick chicken, fish tacos, vegetarian quesadilla, enchilada variety and grilled chicken. The restaurant also serves scrumptious desserts, appetizers, salads and sides.

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Judievip

Dined 6 days ago

This was our first time having brunch at Rancho Cantina and it may just become a weekend tradition. The menu choices were great and the preparation perfect. I highly recommend it!

Tacolicious - Palo Alto

4.6

4.6 (200)

$30 and under

Mexican

Palo Alto

About the restaurant

Tacolicious is a casual, modern Mexican restaurant with locations in San Francisco, Palo Alto and Manhattan Beach (LA). We source our ingredients responsibly, take our tacos as seriously as our cocktails, and offer a fun sit-down, full-service experience.

Large party of 12 +? Email us at palo_alto_management@tacolicious.com and we'll fit you in. We have outdoor dining, a great private room and do off-site catering. Go to tacolicious.com for more information; catering requests can be sent to events@tacolicious.com.

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Letty

Dined 2 days ago

Lovely place with delicious food ! My favorite is chicken lime soup , carnitas tacos and the churros

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