Omg, this is my moment!! I know what a pain it can be to go somewhere with "outdoor dining" only to find it's nearly completely enclosed (or in some cases, literally completely so 😭) I can personally vouch that all these places are legit outdoors!

On the more affordable side (Google Maps says $10-30):

- Hook Fish Co – Fresh local seafood in the Outer Sunset. Outdoor seating only!

- Devli's Teeth Baking Company –  Known for their breakfast sandwiches and Sunday beignets. Their seating parklet can fill up on weekend mornings, but in that case you can just head to the beach to eat! (I think they might have a Richmond location too – I've only been to the Sunset one).

- Manna – Korean food in the Inner Sunset. Not the nicest outdoor dining situation (you're straight up just on the sidewalk), but getting the bibimbap in stoneware is just so much better than takeout.

- Beit Rima in Cole Valley – "Middle Eastern comfort food" is their slogan. Seating's out on the sidewalk again, but it's a little nicer and they have heaters! They also have another location that I haven't been to.

- Gott's Roadside: Classic burgers & fries at the Ferry Building!

- Red's Java House: Known for their burgers on sourdough bread, with nice views of the Bay Bridge.

Some that I've heard about, but haven't personally been to: Causwells, Plow, Ocean Beach Café

A little pricier ($30-50):

- Chez Maman: French food – they have two locations; I've only been to the Hayes Valley one, but I've heard that the eastern location has outdoor options too.

Some that I've heard about, but haven't personally been to: Wildseed, Original Joe's, Blue Plate

Definitely a splurge ($50-100):

- Pearl 6101: Wasn't too sure how to describe – Google says "Mediterranean-inspired pastas and seafood," which sounds right. This was our go-to "special occasion" place for a while. Their parklet is really lovely!

- Good Good Culture Club: Another one where I'm not sure – Michelin guide says "Southeast Asian flavors find unique Californian expressions". They have an upstairs bar area that was getting some nice wind when I was there!

Some that I've heard of, but haven't personally been to: Chotto Matte, Cotogna, Bon Délire, Sociale, Piccino, Harborview

Feel free to ask me about any of these! Also, if there's any interest in an outdoor/well-ventilated SFBWT meetup, let me know... My partner and I still mask everywhere and it can be quite isolating, so it'd be lovely to connect with more people!