Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in El Cerrito

41 restaurants available nearby

1. Juanita & Maude

4.8

Exceptional(1751)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Albany

Booked 15 times today

An intimate neighborhood restaurant, Juanita & Maude features Chef Scott Eastman's personal take on American Cuisine. The daily changing menu highlights classic dishes including Michelin Guide's top 5 hamburger in California. His refined comfort food is matched with seasonal craft cocktails and an international wine list. Juanita & Maude's lively dining room or serene outdoor patio is the perfect spot for a night out, celebration or special occasion. Conveniently located near the corner of Solano and San Pablo Avenues.

2. Akemi Berkeley

4.4

Awesome(476)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Berkeley

Booked 9 times today

Opened in February 2015, AKEMI is the latest incarnation of miyuki on 1695 Solano Avenue in North Berkeley (Albany border) in the San Francisco Bay Area.Along with a revamped interior and exterior that includes salvaged wood and upgraded kitchen equipment, AKEMI features an updated menu spotlighting fresh ingredients and well-crafted flavors while retaining customer classics such as our sushi rolls. AKEMI is the new name we bestow upon the beauty that is good food with good people in a good place.For outdoor reservations please call the restaurant.

3. Zaytoon

4.8

Exceptional(784)

Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • Albany

Booked 21 times today

Zaytoon Mediterranean Restaurant and Bar offers Mediterranean comfort foods with a modern American twist. Located at the corner of Solano and Kains, Zaytoon embraces the everyday Mediterranean kitchen, making it the focus of your casual fine dining experience. With hummus inspired by the flavors of Jerusalem and humanely raised meats, Zaytoon is much more than your average shawarma joint! Come try Zaytoon’s craft cocktails, created by the Jessica Maria, the owner of Albany's craft cocktail bar, the Hotsy Totsy Club. Meet up with your coworkers or friends for Zaytoon's full bar and Happy Hour! Reserve a table for your romantic night out. Reservations are not required for lunch as we have plenty of seating, but feel free to call us at 510-898-1316 to check availability.

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4. The Berkeley Boathouse

4.1

Excellent(567)

Price: Expensive

• American • Berkeley

Booked 8 times today

Enjoy a diversified and innovative menu prepared by our culinary team highlighting fresh, local ingredients paying tribute to purveyors from California and the Bay Area. With an emphasis on contemporary California cuisine, the Boathouse menu is inspired by the Berkeley waterfront offering the classic California dishes infused with global influences in an artful presentation to amuse your senses. Designed for sharing, our well-balanced menu consists of a selection of small plates, flatbreads, sides, composed salads, and main entrées.

5. Babette

4.7

Exceptional(129)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Berkeley

Booked 7 times today

At Babette, the husband and wife team of Joan Ellis and Patrick Hooker, are in the kitchen preparing each plate to ensure that their vision and taste profile are translated to each diner. The attention to detail are evident in not only the food they make but also the ambience they have created. The interior of the restaurant is natural brick and the couple have chosen a rich color palette of deep blues and greens for the walls. An elegant chandelier hangs over a natural wood backed booth providing both a cozy and elegant feel to the room. Outside on the spacious patio, a magnificent redwood tree provides natural shade to the built in seating area and plants are abundant creating a lush, garden setting. Live music Brunches, New York style Pizza, unique Entrees and our famous Sicilian Lemon Almond Pistachio Cake are just a taste of what you will find at Babette. Warm and knowledgeable staff will make you feel like part of the family.

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6. Study Hall Rooftop Lounge

4.5

Awesome(170)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Berkeley

Booked 7 times today

Welcome to Study Hall! Located on the 12th floor. Indoor/outdoor dining with stunning views of the area. Beverage Centric - light food menu with Pacific, Oceana and Asian inspired appetizers, share plates and entrees

7. Agrodolce

4.3

Awesome(1441)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Berkeley

Booked 24 times today

From the family that brought you Trattoria La Siciliana—a fixture of Berkeley’s Elmwood district for the past twenty years—Agrodolce is a sister restaurant located in the heart of Berkeley’s Gourmet Ghetto. We are housed in a beautiful brick building that is equipped with a full bar and outdoor seating. Serving authentic Sicilian food, the type you’d only expect to find in the alleys of Palermo, Agrodolce features unique and truly authentic food.

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8. Heroic Italian - Berkeley

4.6

Exceptional(128)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Berkeley

A unique artisanal Italian restaurant and wine bar in Downtown Berkeley. Located on a quite side street, our outdoor patio is a quiet refuge for those who want a Gourmet Casual experience. We balance the best imported Italian meats and cheeses with locally sourced produce and herbs. Our Italian and Californian wines pair perfectly with our Sandwiches, Pastas, Pizza and Salads.We use QR codes for Contact-less ordering and payment from the tables. We will bring food and wine to the table.

9. Little Star Solano

4.5

Awesome(385)

Price: Moderate

• Pizza Bar • Albany

Booked 1 time today

## Little Star Solano: Where Pizza Meets Community Little Star Solano is more than just a pizzeria; it's a vibrant gathering place where families, friends, and food lovers come together to savor delectable pizzas in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Step inside and be greeted by the aroma of freshly baked dough and the lively chatter of happy diners. The restaurant boasts a spacious dining room with high ceilings, comfortable booths, and a long, eye-catching red booth that spans an entire wall. Art Deco lighting and beautiful artwork add to the unique ambiance. Little Star Solano's menu features a mouthwatering selection of pizzas, crafted with the finest ingredients and innovative recipes. From classic deep-dish pies with their signature cornmeal crust to thin-crust pizzas bursting with flavor, there's something for every taste bud. But the culinary journey doesn't stop there. Little Star Solano also offers a variety of salads, appetizers, sandwiches, and desserts, all made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Beyond the delicious food, Little Star Solano is committed to its community. They support local schools and non-profit organizations, and their "Crust for Classrooms" program donates a portion of dine-in dinner sales to different education programs every month.

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10. Fish & Bird Sousaku Izakaya

4.2

Awesome(23)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese (Izakaya) • Berkeley

Booked 4 times today

Fish & Bird is a unique izakaya-style restaurant and bar specializing in modern Japanese cuisine, integrating fresh local, organic, and sustainable ingredients with curated traditional ingredients from Japan. The sophisticated interpretation of traditional dishes is a reflection of the current trends in metropolitan Japan. Enjoy dining in a casual yet comfortable dining room or at our full bar with Japanese whiskey and small-batch spirits, unique sake, wine, beer, and craft cocktails. Limited outdoor dining is available on the sidewalk, weather permitting. We are located six blocks from the downtown Berkeley BART station. Ample street parking is also available. Our accolades include Michelin Michelin-recommended list, San Francisco Chronicle's Top Japanese Restaurant in the Bay Area, Eater SF 38 Essential Restaurants in the East Bay, Esquire's Best New Restaurant in America 2021, San Jose Mercury News The Bay Area's Best Restaurants 2022: The Top Ten, and many more.

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John Paul
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We are Berkeley locals and The Boathouse is one of our favorite places to dine.
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The Berkeley BoathousePrice: Expensive• American• Berkeley
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4.1
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Betty
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Everything we ate was delicious. The Beet Salad was well dressed and plentiful for two. The Short Ribs were tender and tasty - great comfort dish! The Lamb Kebabs and Couscous are my “go to favorite”. The Baklava w/Vanilla Ice Cream was “the right way to end a fantastic meal”! Our server was attentive (checked in on us regularly) and efficient. Wonderful dining experience!
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ZaytoonPrice: Moderate• Middle Eastern• Albany
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4.8
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Denise
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We had a choice to sit outside or inside - I think either would have been lovely but we chose outside and sat around the fire table - between the fire table, heat lamp and cozy blankets, the temperature was perfect even on a somewhat chilly night and you could not beat the wonderful atmosphere. It was our first time here but will not be the last.
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BabettePrice: Expensive• Californian• Berkeley
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4.7
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Nancy
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 19, 2024
This was our first time at this restaurant and we were pleasantly surprised. The food was excellent, as was the service. I would highly recommend this location.
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Juanita & MaudePrice: Very Expensive• American• Albany
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4.8
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PaulVIP
Portland / Oregon •41 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 11, 2024
We ate at Akemi two nights in a row. That says it all. Counter seating was tons of fun. Watching the masters at work was best theater in Berkeley. Food was simply delicious. And, we will return!
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Akemi BerkeleyPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Berkeley
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4.4

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41 restaurants available nearby

1. Juanita & Maude

2. Akemi Berkeley

3. Zaytoon

4. The Berkeley Boathouse

5. Babette

6. Study Hall Rooftop Lounge

7. Agrodolce

8. Heroic Italian - Berkeley

9. Little Star Solano

10. Fish & Bird Sousaku Izakaya

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