Want to eat outside with your kids in Oakland? Thanks to those of you following on the 510Families Facebook page, we have curated a list of the top kid-friendly restaurants with outdoor dining options. Below are some options for restaurant patios open in Oakland roughly listed from North to South.
Arthur Mac’s Tap and Snack in North Oakland
This super family-friendly restaurant is all outdoors with a daily-rotating list of local craft beer, wine, and hard seltzer. But don’t just come for their drinks; they’re known for pizza, wings, fresh salads, and bonus– vegan options. Big kids, note that they’ve got classic arcade games. (Little kids may not even need quarters – they love to pretend to play.) (4006 MLK Jr. Way, Oakland) Website >
Barney’s Burgers
Both Oakland locations on Piedmont and College Avenue offer outdoor seating. Take your pick and don’t skip the milkshakes! (5819 College Ave. or 4162 Piedmont Ave.) Website >
Crepevine on College
Breakfast for dinner! Or for breakfast. Rockridge’s Crepevine has an enclosed patio that is perfect for squirmy kids with syrup on their fingers. If your little ones are not runners, the parklet offers lovely seating as well. (5600 College Ave., Oakland) Website >
Forge Rockridge
Wood-fired pizzas, sandwiches, and salads are all on the menu at Forge Rockridge. The spacious outdoor patio makes it a perfect spot for families to enjoy a laid-back lunch or dinner. (5900 College Ave, Oakland) Website >
Pizziaolo in Temescal
Best known for their wood-fired pies, handmade pasta, and loved for date night, Pizzaiolo welcomes kids and has a backyard seating area that is quite lovely. New parents? Try Pizziaolo for morning coffee and pastries on a weekday – the place is packed with laptop-toting folks and strollers. (5008 Telegraph Ave., Oakland) Website >
Doña on Piedmont Avenue
With two levels of outdoor patio space, this stylish Mexican spot is kid-friendly to the max. Psst, the margaritas are fantastic. (3770 Piedmont Ave., Oakland) Website >
Drake’s Dealership in Uptown Oakland
This place is huge and perfect for big groups. They serve the ultimate combination: beer and pizza. Dogs (and kids) welcome. (2325 Broadway, Oakland) Website >
Cholita Linda in Temescal
Enjoy your tasty fish tacos on their cute colorful patio. Order a side of rice, beans, guac for the kids, and don’t forget your agua fresca. (4923 Telegraph Ave., Oakland ) Website >
Prescott Market in West Oakland
This food hall brings together five or six restaurants and pop-ups with abundant outdoor seating, including a sandbox. Beware of the proximity to the Oakland Baller’s field, because crowds might make parking and/or finding a seat difficult. (1620 18th St, Oakland, CA) Website >
Taps and Takeout in Montclair
It’s not just takeout! There is a small amount of seating at this casual neighborhood spot that’s super welcoming to kids, often with live music. (5736 Thornhill Ave., Oakland ) Details on Yelp >
Brotzeit Lokal in East Oakland
Located on the waterfront at 1000 Embarcadero in Oakland, this beer garden offers sausages, fries, pretzels, ketchup, and lots of other kid favorites. And plenty of beer on tap too. Dogs are allowed on the outdoor patio. (1000 Embarcadero, Oakland) Website >
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Related: 99 kid-friendly restaurants in the East Bay
(See also: our list of Berkeley restaurants and Alameda restaurants with the same criteria.)
