Concert venue The Chapel's sister restaurant sports a simple and satisfying menu and rare open patio right off Valencia Street for prime people-watching.

Former Yoshi's chef Sho Kamio has a new spot with rustic Japanese takes on miso-cured pork chops, sea urchin fettuccine, and hibachi-grilled beef tongue available on their 25-seat patio (complete with heat lamps).

Sparrow sports a hidden back patio with a relaxed atmosphere and plenty of backyard good vibes (and heat lamps). Head out back for their stellar brunch or an afternoon beer and snack.

An enclosed gazebo is a new addition to the wonders awaiting you at Ragazza's lush back patio, where you can enjoy pizza and vino amid climbing vines and greenery.

Emperor Norton's outdoor area feels like an urban hideout from the world. Grab a high chair in this walled concrete hideaway for a no-nonsense open air experience.

Nopalito's Inner Sunset location has a back patio that's still a well-kept secret. With seats for 25-30 (including three orange beer tables) and jasmine and passionfruit vines, this spot is open come good weather (just call ahead to make sure if you're patio bound).

Welcome to "Paradiso," aka Dante's lovely patio, where you can snag relaxed neighborhood Italian fare and cocktails along with climbing vines and a convivial atmosphere.

This upscale Mexican food chain is a FiDi outdoor dining destination complete with tableside guacamole prep and frozen pomegranate margaritas.

The Corner Store's 40-seat enclosed patio area is nothing to shake a stick at. Grab a date and a milkshake for the new-retro feel (or come for their brand-new happy hour).

This waterfront behemoth is built for warm weather, with bayside views, an oyster bar, and a deck made for bloody mary (or piña colada) mornings.

Brotzeit Lokal's claim to fame isn't its 16 brews on tap or hearty bar eats, but rather the spacious patio that faces the estuary for stellar views and bay breezes to go along with your beer.

A huge waterfront patio sets The Forge apart from the crowd. With fire pits, a dog-friendly attitude and a full complement of California-style pizzas, this is a go-to for warm weather on the bay.

Lungomare brings still more Italian to Oakland, and comes correct with a front patio area that's perfect for sunny days on Jack London Square.