Food & Drink

Best Patios & Outdoor Dining in the South Bay

Ocean air, string lights and a table outside. Our favorite South Bay patios.

Updated October 24, 2026 · 7 spots

  1. 1

    Tin Roof Bistro

    3500 N Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

    Choose between a full-service courtyard with a fountain and a front porch with lounge seating.

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  2. 2

    Nelson's

    100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275

    Outdoor tables and fire pits overlook the Pacific, with fish tacos, burgers, and California beers on the menu.

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  3. 3

    Bluewater Grill

    665 N Harbor Dr, Redondo Beach, CA 90277

    The waterfront patio overlooks King Harbor's sailboats and includes a fire pit.

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  4. 4

    Brewport Tap House & Kitchen

    204 Main St, El Segundo, CA 90245

    This downtown tap house combines outdoor seating, self-pour beer and wine, and a full kitchen.

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  5. 5

    Martha's

    25 22nd St, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

    A beachside patio hosts breakfast and lunch, including white corn scrambles and breakfast burritos.

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  6. 6

    Uncle Bill's Pancake House

    1305 Highland Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

    This family-run breakfast restaurant has an outdoor patio and serves breakfast and lunch daily.

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  7. 7

    The Bottle Inn

    26 22nd St, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

    The outdoor patio offers sunset views alongside Italian pastas, entrees, and wine.

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