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As the days get warmer, spending time outdoors can be hard to resist. Enjoying a meal al fresco is one of the best ways to dine out while we continue to navigate the pandemic.
Here’s a list of restaurants with outdoor seating that you can enjoy right now. Keep in mind that some places have opened up their full restaurants. If you are strictly looking to sit outdoors, give them a call to make specific reservations ahead of time.
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For the health and safety of restaurant staff and diners, there are rules that guests must follow. We’ve included some of that information in this list, but we highly suggest also looking over the rules online or calling the restaurant if you have questions. Wearing a mask, social distancing, and cashless payments are among the most common rules we’ve spotted.
Summer Social Club at Employees Only (West Hollywood)
Employees Only turned their parking lot into Summer Social Club featuring a roster of weekly events paired with food pop-ups and cocktails. Happening every Wednesday to Sunday through August the calendar of events like movie nights and wellness days will be complemented by food activations including brunch hosted by Salt’s Cure (Saturday and Sunday), Tacos Tu Madre, Bareng Burgers, EO Tiki Thursdays and a new sustainable raw seafood pop up by Chef Brian Bornemann called Crudo e Nudo. More information.
Blue Streak (Santa Monica)
Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel’s Blue Streak has 13 outdoor fire pits. It’s open for lunch and dinner throughout the week, plus brunch on the weekends. More information.
Cafe Amici (Beverly Hills)
Cafe Amici at Hotel Beverly Terrace is open for al fresco dinner Weds.-Sun., 5:30-9:30 p.m. Stop by between 5:30-6:30 p.m. for Apertivo, featuring a flight of four Italian wines plus a charcuterie and cheese board for $19/person (typically $25). More information.
The Tasting Kitchen (Venice)
The Tasting Kitchen will re-open on August 19 with a brand new open-air patio that seats 28. Chef Travis Passerotti’s new summer menu features seasonal dishes like pan de catalunya and stuffed squash blossoms alongside classics like handmade pastas and the TK burger. More information.
The Abbey (West Hollywood)
The Abbey Food & Bar has a new outdoor dining area they’re calling Abbey Road. Enjoy food, cocktails, beer, wine, mocktails, and more in a European-style setting in Abbey’s alleyway. More information.
Casa Vega (Sherman Oaks)
Casa Vegas’s Sherman Oaks location has a big tent patio space with greenery and strung up lights to enjoy classic Mexican food and one of the best margaritas in the city. More information.
Market Tavern (Fairfax)
Market Tavern officially opens at The Original Farmers Market on August 10 for patio dining. The vibe is UK rock ’n’ roll and the menu is a modern take on British pub food. More information.
The Independence (Santa Monica)
Gastropub The Independence is open in Santa Monica for lunch, dinner, happy hour, and brunch. On Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to close, get $2 wings, $6 well whiskeys, and $8 signature whiskey drinks. More information.
Harlowe (West Hollywood)
Harlowe has a new and lovely outdoor patio where you can enjoy its new menu from Little Door chef T. Nicolas Peter, plus beer, wine, and cocktails. More information.
Lady Byrd Cafe (Echo Park)
The new cafe has expanded its parking lot into an outdoor dining oasis filled with plants and individual greenhouse dining pods. More information.
Terra (Century City)
Enjoy rooftop views with your food at Terra. Located on the roof of Eataly, Terra is known for its wood-grilled dishes and refreshing botanical cocktails. For summer they’ve launched a Build Your Own Gin & Tonic menu! More information.
Patio 818 (Northridge)
Patio 818 is a new outdoor American and Mexican restaurant from Matador Bowl. They’re using an adjacent parking lot to serve cocktails, beer, BBQ, flatbreads, burgers, and more. More information.
Sushi TAMA (West Hollywood)
Sushi TAMA recently soft-opened with a covered outdoor patio and additional sidewalk seating. Chef Hideyuki Yoshimoto spent over a decade training at the Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo. At TAMA, the menu highlights a rotating selection of fresh sashimi, maki, temaki, and nigiri. More information.
JOEY DTLA (DTLA)
JOEY DTLA located at The Bloc provides street-level patio dining with an extensive food and drink menu including Korean fried cauliflower and steak and lobster ravioli. Their Spicy Passionfruit Margarita is also the perfect cool down as you dine al fresco style. More information.
Jerry’s Patio Cafe & Bar (Marina del Rey)
From Jerry’s Famous Deli is a new outdoor patio eatery and walk-in takeout counter featuring modern comfort foods, like a latke and pastrami breakfast burrito. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. More information.
The Andaz (West Hollywood)
The Andaz West Hollywood launched its “Sundeck Dining Experience,” which takes place near its rooftop pool. Enjoy craft cocktails and modern cuisine, including a cheese and charcuterie board or steak frites. Reservations are available between 6-9:45 p.m. by calling the hotel at (323) 656-1234 or texting (323) 672-3331. More information.
Hilltop Coffee + Kitchen (Windsor Hills)
This Angeleno-owned business offers breakfast and lunch, along with coffee, juices, and pastries. The Windsor Hills location has a patio to enjoy loaded toasts they nicknamed “Droptops” and fresh beignets. Note that the larger Inglewood location seen on HBO’s Insecure does not have outdoor seating. More information.
Spire 73 (DTLA)
Spire 73, located on the 73rd floor of the InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown hotel, is the tallest outdoor dining experience you can have in L.A. It opens daily at 5 p.m. Make a reservation via OpenTable. More information.
Alcove (Los Feliz)
The beloved cafe with an extremely popular garden patio is now open for all-day service. More information.
Ocean Prime (Beverly Hills)
Seafood restaurant Ocean Prime has a spacious outdoor patio. More information.
Tacocita (Pasadena)
Fast-casual, globally-inspired tacos and chicken spot Tacocita has patio seating at the front of the restaurant. More information.
Undergrind Cafe (Beverlywood)
This American comfort food spot has outdoor seating right out front. Open seven days a week, the menu includes shrimp and grits, sweet cream pancakes, and a variety of unique lattes like the Peanut Butter Cup Latte. More information
Counterpart Vegan (Echo Park)
Counterpart Vegan offers sidewalk patio seating. Open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. for house-made, plant-based all-day brunch, lunch, and dinner. More information.
E.P. & L.P. (West Hollywood)
Multi-level modern Asian hotspot E.P. & L.P. reopens its L.P. rooftop with a new and affordable menu and social distancing configuration. Expect inventive snacks, cocktails, and hearty bar bites on the menu. There’s even a daily happy hour! More information.
Uncool (Larchmont Village)
New burger spot Uncool has added outdoor seating and offers a back patio. Get burgers, fried chicken sandwiches, vegan shakes, and more here. More information.
Osteria Mamma (Hancock Park)
Italian restaurant Osteria Mamma created a patio in its parking lot. More information.
Veranda (DTLA)
Hotel Figueroa’s poolside restaurant carries a Mexico City-inspired menu with refreshing cocktails in a beautiful outdoor setting. More information
Birdie G’s (Santa Monica)
Birdie G’s has extended its patio to wrap around the building. The dining room inside will have its windows and doors wide open as well. Chef Jeremy Fox and his team have also rolled out a new menu featuring preserved and fermented elements like a Koji-Rubbed Hanger Steak, creamed summer greens with artichoke miso, and The Relish Tray filled with shunkiyo radishes fermented in chamomile kombucha, white kimchi, sunchokes, and more. More information.
Grand Central Market (DTLA)
All vendors are now open and ready to serve the public inside the historic open-air marketplace. More information.
A.O.C (Beverly Grove)
Suzanne Goin’s market-driven, small plates wine bar is open for dinner and weekend brunch. Its rustic European-style patio is a fine place to enjoy Chef Suzanne Goin’s famous Spanish fried chicken. More information.
Phat Birds (Silver Lake)
The fried chicken pop-up has a residency on Kettle Black’s patio. Birds are prepared Nashville Hot, Honey Dipped, or Traditional. More information.
Casita del Campo (Silver Lake)
This almost 60-year-old classic Mexican restaurant has a beautiful patio ready for you to enjoy chips, margaritas, and generous plates of comfort food like enchiladas and tamales. More information.
Masa Taco (Whittier)
The vegan-friendly Mexican restaurant has opened its patio for dine-in service on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. You can also pick up N95 face masks, disinfecting wipes, and more at its popular storefront. More information.
Alta Adams (West Adams)
Chef Keith Corbin’s ultra-cool soul food restaurant has reopened its patio for brunch. Reserve one of the four patio tables by calling 323-571-4999. A deposit will be taken during the reservation More information.
3rd Base LA (Hollywood)
New sports lounge 3rd Base serves farm-to-table cuisine on its patio. Open for dinner daily and for brunch on the weekends. More information.
HATCH Yakitori + Bar (DTLA)
Located at The Bloc, this modern Izakaya-style restaurant has outdoor seating available and a menu of yakitori, raw seafood, and bento boxes alongside cocktails, sakes, and rare Japanese whiskeys. More information
40 Love (West Hollywood)
The Country Club-themed eatery has added more outdoor table seating to the patio and alleyway along with televisions, sound equipment, umbrellas, skylights, and floral decor. More information
Haute Mess (Fairfax)
The European-style cafe and market offers outdoor seating on its sidewalk. More information
Dama (DTLA)
Chef Antonia Lofaso’s Latin-inspired DAMA has one of the chicest patios in the city. The tropical-themed space is open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday. More information.
Bardonna (Santa Monica)
Cafe Bardonna offers sidewalk patio seating in Santa Monica. Brunch is served all day alongside sandwiches, salads, coffee and espresso drinks, tea, and more. More information.
Salazar (Frogtown)
Mexican restaurant Salazar has reopened for outdoor dining, pickup, and delivery. Hours are Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Make a reservation via Resy. More information.
Esters (Santa Monica)
Esters now has a new outdoor addition next to its patio. Sip on one of 40 by-the-glass wine options selected by Kathryn Coker and nibble on Chef Jessica Liu’s new dishes. There’s been a reconfiguration of the space with bistro tables, lounge furniture, and rows of potted trees to separate guests from sidewalk traffic. More information.
Spago Beverly Hills (Beverly Hills)
Wolfgang Puck’s restaurant will greet guests with temperature checks and aromatic sanitizing hand spritz upon entering. Face coverings are required when not seated at a table. Virtual menus viewed on your phone, reconfigured distancing seating, and an expanded outdoor dining space are a few of the recent updates. Spago is open Wednesday through Sunday for dinner service and lunch is served Friday and Saturday. Guests are required to make a reservation in advance. More information.
Della Terra (Fairfax)
The Northern Italian restaurant has transformed its back patio into an old-school, Hollywood-themed dining space with vintage Hollywood images and even a New York Skyline. More information.
Here & Now (DTLA)
Limited patio space is available for folks to sip cocktails like the Pandan Pistachio Piña Colada and munch on burgers, fries, and other casual bar bites. More information.
Nobu (Malibu)
This sushi restaurant sits right on the beach. The food is high-end and so are the spectacular views. More information.
Rosaline (West Hollywood)
Ricardo Zarate’s modern Peruvian restaurant is open for service, both in its open-air dining room and on its patio. All guests will be temperature checked upon arrival. Tables have been spaced out to adhere to social distancing rules. Reservations are recommended. More information.
Georgia’s (Long Beach)
The mother and daughter-owned soul food restaurant has patio seating in its Long Beach Exchange location. More information.
Imperial Western (DTLA)
The brewery inside Union Station gets a makeover as a Bavarian-style beer hall featuring German-inspired beers, steins, and sausages. There is ample space for social distancing inside and the patio has added seating areas. There are a few easy guidelines for enjoying the beer hall; give them a read here. More information
Cassia (Santa Monica)
The Southeast Asian restaurant with a California twist has re-arranged its entire dining room and expansive outdoor patio. There are also directional markers on the floor to help folks navigate the new space. More information.
Fred 62 (Los Feliz)
The retro 90s diner is back with its huge eclectic menu and all-day breakfast. The sidewalk patio is a fun place for people-watching. More information.
FIA (Santa Monica)
The California Coastal restaurant is now open and its beautiful patio space is ready to serve dinner and brunch. More information.
Lawry’s (Beverly Hills)
The Silver Cart Terrace is Lawry’s new outdoor dining space and the first time this classic L.A. restaurant has offered an al fresco meal. Enjoy the famous prime rib, classic cocktails, wine, and more. Open Tues.-Sun., 4:30-9 p.m. More information.
Olea Garden (Santa Monica)
Santa Monica Proper hotel has a new outdoor dining space on the weekends called Olea Garden. Get sushi and sake on Fri. & Sat. From 5-11 p.m., or brunch on Saturdays from noon to 5 p.m. More information.
Calabra (Santa Monica)
Santa Monica Proper hotel also has a rooftop poolside restaurant open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch. Open Mon.-Thus., 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.; Fridays, 7:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Sundays 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. More information.
The Waterfront (Venice)
The Waterfront offers California cuisine, beachy cocktails, and beer Wednesday through Sunday. More information.
Theia (West 3rd)
Greek restaurant Theia is now open for patio dining. Upscale cuisine is inspired by the Greek island Mykonos. They also have beer, wine, and cocktails. More information.
The Front Yard (North Hollywood)
The Front Yard at the Garland has expanded outdoor seating. Opens for lunch and dinner Weds.-Fri., brunch and dinner Saturday and Sunday. More information.
Ela Ela (Melrose)
The h.wood Group’s new pop-up, Ela Ela, is open or outdoor dining Weds.-Sun., 6-10 p.m. Enjoy Mediterranean-inspired California cuisine. —> More information.
Lunetta (Santa Monica)
Lunetta has two new patios for outdoor dining. Open for brunch, lunch, dinner, and “Happier Hour.” Each week features a new tasing menu. More information.
Norah (West Hollywood)
Norah has a new patio space open for outdoor dining. It’s open Weds.-Sun., 5-11 p.m. Also, we love their cast iron cornbread. More Information.
Gracias Madre (West Hollywood)
The plant-based Mexican eatery has a patio space open for dining offering weekly happy hour from 4-6 p.m., dinner daily; as well as weekend brunch. More information.
Little Beast (Eagle Rock)
The Craftsman bungalow space serves modern American fare. There is a patio on the east wing of the building. It’s open Wednesday through Sunday for dinner service. Reservations are highly recommended. More information.
Tacos Tu Madre (Multiple Locations)
Mexican eatery Tacos Tu Madre offers outdoor seating at all of its locations, including Los Feliz, West Hollywood, Westwood, and Larchmont Village. Note that its West Hollywood location has the largest patio. More information.
Margot (Culver City)
This stunning coastal Mediterranean restaurant is situated on the rooftop of Platform. Diners will enjoy a 360-degree view of the city inside the dining room and outside on the patio. More information.
Rustic Canyon (Santa Monica)
This Santa Monica institution has added larger, lower tables and an additional section to their sidewalk seating. Dine on Chef Andy Doubrava’s new seasonal dishes, like Steamed Sea Bass with Munak’s Sungold Tomato & Smoked Bone Broth and made-to-order Soft Pretzels with mustard. Enjoy a Snack Time Menu before dinner from Wednesday to Sunday from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. the menu features lite bites and cocktails. –> More information
The Original Farmers Market (Fairfax District)
All food vendors are now ready to serve the public. Customers are required to wear masks. Social distancing is enforced. Sanitizer stations are available at the entrance. More information.
Little Dom’s (Los Feliz)
The Italian eatery has reopened its dining room and cozy street curb patio. You must make a reservation to dine in. More information.
Superba Food + Bread (Venice)
All-day cafe Superba can now host 75 guests outside. They’re open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus brunch on the weekends. To-go and delivery are also available, and you can also stop by the walk-up/to-go area to take home some baked goods. More information.
The Parlor (Fairfax)
The patio is open at The Parlor. This one’s ideal for people looking to watch sports as they’ve managed to also put 12 TVs in their outdoor area. Currently open for dinner during the week and lunch and dinner on the weekends. Make a reservation on Yelp or by emailing [email protected]. More information.
The Culver Hotel (Culver City)
La Jardin at the Culver Hotel is now open for outdoor dining with a new menu from new Executive Chef Ben Diaz. Open for aperitifs and dinner Thursday through Sunday. Apertif Hour is 4:30 to 7 p.m. and 9-10 p.m. with specials on cocktails, beer, and wine. Reservations are encouraged. Make yours through OpenTable.com or by calling 310-558-9400. More information.
VERSE (Toluca Lake)
VERSE has a new patio for outdoor dining where you can enjoy a new al fresco menu from Chef Oscar Torres. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 6:30-10 p.m. More information.
Faith & Flower (DTLA)
Chef Michael Hung is remixing a New American menu inspired by the diversity of our city. Enjoy kimchi deviled eggs, cod slow-roasted in a Szechuan pepper jus, and pork enchiladas in black sesame mole sauce. The entire restaurant is open for service including the front patio. Servers wear face masks, face shields, and gloves. More information.
Tallula’s (Santa Monica)
The globally inspired Mexican spot created a “Margarita Garden” by converting the majority of their large parking lot into an outdoor patio. Enjoy new dishes by Chef Saw Naing and crew like Organic Chicken Al Pastor Tacos with spicy pickled jalapeño and pineapple or the Crispy Rice Salad. –> More information
Madre (Palms & Southbay)
Both locations of Madre, an Oaxacan-focused restaurant and mezcaleria, have patios. The South Bay, however, has two. More information.
The Stalking Horse Brewery (West Los Angeles)
The British-inspired pub has an intimate patio in the back. Cornish fare and a selection of British beers are what make this place special. Open Thursday through Sunday. More information.
Bar Amá (DTLA)
There’s a new social distancing patio set up in the alleyway of Josef Centeno’s Tex-Mex eatery Bar Amá. Officially named Harlem Place, the space offers boombox vibes, cold beer, margaritas, tacos dorados, and more. Open Tuesday through Sunday from 1-8 p.m. Reservations are welcome. More information.
ama citá (DTLA)
Another Centeno space is now open with limited patio seating. Open Tuesday through Sunday from 1-8 p.m. More information.
Hank’s (Pacific Palisades)
Hank’s at Palisades Village is open and serving American classics like the Denver Cut Pot Roast and Steak Frites. Its dining room and limited outdoor seating are available. More information.
Huckleberry (Santa Monica)
The bakery cafe implemented a few sidewalk tables and some limited indoor seating for dining on-site. –> More information
Playa Provisions (Playa del Rey)
Top Chef winner Brooke Williamson’s beachside restaurant is serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch on its newly expanded patio. To ramp up on safety, the space has been reconfigured for socially distant dining and plexiglass has been installed between indoor and outdoor booths. More information.
L’Antica Pizzeria (Hollywood)
This Neapolitan pizzeria is open every day for socially distant brunch, lunch, and dinner on its back patio. More information.
Malibu Wines & Beer Garden (Malibu)
The popular outdoor wine tasting spot is open on Friday and Saturdays, serving wood-fired pizzas from Two Doughs. Guests must wear masks. More information.
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Interstellar (Santa Monica)
The market-driven cafe has a patio for the public to enjoy an iced Orange Maple Latte as well as grab-and-go friendly items like a prosciutto, arugula sandwich with burrata cheese and truffle oil. More information.
The Milky Way (Beverly Hills)
Kosher restaurant The Milky Way is now offering cashless, sidewalk service. Make a reservation online or use Resy. Takeout, pickup, and delivery is also available via Postmates. More information.
Marino (Hollywood)
Open since 1983, this Italian eatery has created an outdoor dining space with the help of some Astroturf and spaced out tables. Open for lunch and dinner. More information.
Milo & Olive (Santa Monica)
Bakery and pizzeria Milo & Olive is now open for outdoor dining. Their new patio has bistro lights, umbrellas, and planters full of edible herbs from nearby farm Upward Bound House. Dinner starts at 5 p.m. daily. More information
The Malibu Cafe (Malibu)
The outdoor California cuisine cafe located in Calamigos Ranch is going above and beyond to assure the safety of its staff and customers. Temperatures are taken in your car upon arrival. Sanitation stations are at the entrance of every facility. The giant yard games aren’t available, but paddleboats are open. Dining materials are single-use and disposable. Several functions are touchless including restrooms, payments, and ordering. More information.
BOA Steakhouse (West Hollywood & Santa Monica)
Both locations are open and have patios, but the West Hollywood location has a more spacious patio. More information.
Pasta Sisters (Culver City)
Pasta Sisters has two patios open with social distancing tables at its Helms Bakery location. More information.
Momed (Atwater Village)
The hidden Atwater Village restaurant has a patio larger than its indoor space. Enjoy Mediterranean dishes and possibly a temperature check. More information.
Malibu Farm Restaurant (Malibu)
The oceanside restaurant is open all day for patio dining. Make your reservation online. More information.
The Draycott (Pacific Palisades)
The California Brasserie is open for dinner and brunch on its gorgeous patio. Guests must wear a mask and will have their temperatures taken before being seated. More information.
The Rose Venice (Venice)
The large shaded outdoor patio is the perfect go-to spot for this globally influenced California restaurant. More information
Hawkins House of Burgers (Watts)
This old-school burger joint is 70 years old and offers patio seating. More information.
Sushi Roku (Pasadena)
Reopening on June 18, the contemporary sushi spot has a cozy patio space right in the heart of Old Town Pasadena. More information.
Katana (West Hollywood)
The epic patio overlooking Sunset Boulevard is open for service. The upscale Japanese fusion restaurant will require guests to wear masks. Should a guest find themselves without a mask, they can purchase one on the spot from the restaurant. More information.
Manuela (DTLA)
Manuela will welcome back guests for dining on its patio starting July 1. Hauser & Wirth gallery will also reopen to the public on this day, but you’ll need to make an appointment to see the exhibitions. More information.
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