An amazing lunch or brunch spot! The decor and atmosphere was great, and service was awesome and very fast. Smashed potatoes: 9.5/10 Breakfast sandwich with bacon: 9/10 French toast: 8.5/10 Levain toast: 7.5/10 Prices were very reasonable, portion sizes were good. Definitely recommend if you're in the area! read more

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Love this neighborhood gem in the Outer Sunset area. It has a cozy, fun, warm, and atmosphere with an amazing staff. I always start off with their famous warm bread and butter and smoked trout gem salad. Their seasonal fish dish is so good and the roasted chicken is my absolute favorite! I highly recommend sitting at the bar for the lovely, curated, delicious cocktails! read more

Outerlands - Salmon and spinach - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Outerlands is a small restaurant located just outside of southwest quadrant of Golden Gate Park. My friend and I arrived and was told there was a brief wait. There was no notification system (e.g., text or beeper device), so we checked out a nearby shop and returned 20 minutes later. We came to check in for our table and were told we needed to wait in line to order our food before entering. This isn't a big deal but worth noting because the process was a bit confusing. After placing our order outside, we were taken to our seats. There was a slight mix up with the tables, but the issue was quickly resolved and did not impact the rest of our service. I enjoyed my two dishes, squash soup and mushroom toast. My favorite bites were spoonfuls of soup with sunflower seeds - it warmed me to the core on a chilly day. The toast was delicious as well with the freshness of the goat cheese and sweetness of the caramelized onions shining through. I am not much of a pancake fan (or sweetbread/pastry for that matter), but the small sample I had was good. My friend found the whole dish to be too sweet and tolerated eating 1/4 of the dish. She very much enjoyed the smashed potatoes. They were flavorful, esp with the aioli, however I wish there was a bit more of a crunch on the outside. The menu is not extensive, but everything we had was quality food. The seating/ordering procedure does a bit of a disservice to the customer service experience. Meaning, having no check-ins for quality assurance and overall happiness of the guests. It wasn't awful and this just may be based on a norm that may be changing. Personally, I chalked it up to being potentially short-staffed and this being the best way to efficiently turnover tables. This place is clearly very popular but the wait wasn't too long, so they are doing something right! FYI: There are two 5% charges (livable wage and health fees) added to you check that go to the staff read more

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Love this place!!!! Nice ambience We went there around 1pm on a Saturday, they told us that they ran out of the Dutch pancake, so we got their French toast instead. It was good. And must try their bacons!! The wait was quick than I expected on weekend, we only waited 15mins to get the table. We heard that their Dutch pancake is good, we will definitely go back to try! read more

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Decent brunch spot near Ocean Beach, but I wasn't super moved by the food given the long line! The dutch pancake just didn't feel very cohesive -- it felt like I was eating separate ingredients thrown on top of the pastry. My friend liked her eggs benedict, though! Atmosphere is also very cute and woody. Dined: June 18, 2022 read more

Outerlands - Dutch Pancake - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Delicious breakfast sandwich! I was so happy with this order, the proportions of everything were just right and the service was very fast as well as friendly. The place was really cute both inside and outside and is just a short walk from the beach. read more

Outerlands - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Have had some polarizing dining experiences here - fantastic bar service with food and middling service and experience sitting in a tight two-person near the food counter couldn't be worse for dining experience. Service in the dining area is more typical of SF, not great for the price, certainly not up to par with the quality of food. Of note, they charge a 5% service charge + a 5% SF health mandate; then their Toast system automatically options gratuity on top of that. A curious choice. read more

I've come here 3 times for brunch, love it! The breakfast sandwich. Is amazing and I don't usually even like fried eggs but i love it in this sandwich. The avocado toast, and smoked salmon toast are excellent. The service is great, I love how you can pre-order before seating. The ambience is great. A little pricey but totally with it for the beautiful upscale atmosphere ambience. You have to come early or they sell out of dishes read more

Yeh, not so much... 2nd time there and I really really wanted to love it, but the whole experience, getting a table, the service, (that seemed overwhelmed by a weekend crowd as if it was the first time they were slammed) having to sit outside bundled up on lawn chairs in the cold sunset or wait a really really long time, it was all just too stressful and annoying to consider bothering again, and the food, well It was OK but, yeah not so much... read more

This is THE brunch spot. I don't have a single bad thing to say about this place. I haven't had their dinner, but had brunch twice here and the potatoes are 100% a must get. We loved the toast as well. Huge fan of their breakfast sandwich. I'm DYING to get back here. The brunch cocktails are chefs kiss read more

Outerlands - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came for brunch on a weekend and it was really busy. We put our name down and waited about 40 minutes. They seated us at the end of the bar on low bar stools; not the ideal location but at that point we were starving and just wanted to order some food and coffee. We ordered the dutch pancake, which I thought would be more sweet but glad it wasn't. We also ordered an omelet dish. Both were good, but nothing too exciting. I wouldn't go out of my way to go here again, but if I was in the area I would stop by. read more

Outerlands - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Good food, great ambience and service. I did not enjoy waiting in line for 45 minutes for a table. read more

Outerlands - French toast - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Went for the first time for brunch yesterday and really didn't enjoy our visit. We were greeted at the door by two staff members. You're made to order, pay, and tip at the door before going inside. I really don't like that. Worse customer experience than ordering at the counter at a McDonald's, at least there you're out of the wind For the two of us we got two breakfast sandwiches with bacon, a coffee, and a cappuccino. It was nearly $50 before tip. The breakfast sandwich was a burnt hamburger bun with a single egg with a slice of cheese, two strips of bacon, and a pile of arugula. It tasted pretty good, but it was so small and insubstantial. The coffee tasted like mud. Cappuccino was more tolerable but was a tiny portion Although the place was absolutely *swarming* with staff (seriously, there were SO many people working) nobody checked on the table after dropping off food and there was no opportunity to get anything else to eat without going outside to the front again. Ended up paying over $55 after tip to leave hungry. Nice decor, but otherwise a miserable experience. read more

Good vibes, a lovely seating area outside and great service. The food was pretty good, standard American fair. Smashed potatoes; actually highly recommend. Some of the best potatos ever! Breakfast sandwich: decent with pork, not super special Grilled cheese: decadent cheesiness read more

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Atmosphere was excellent to go along with exceptional food. The wait staff was very knowledgeable and attentive. read more

Outerlands - Great food! - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

I had a really great lunch today at Outerlands. Weather was so nice near Ocean Beach had to stop in for some healthy food. Really awesome flavors in the Veggie Hash; Potato, cabbage, onion, roasted mushroom, goat cheese, folded eggs. I also shared with my friend the Granola & Goat Yogurt; Mulberries, seeds, nuts, oats, fresh orange slices. The house coffee was also very good. I want to try the trout frittata next time. I saw a few people enjoying it, loved how it looked, yUm! Overall great lunch spot. Its definitely not a cheap option, but fun for a change. read more

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We came for dinner on a cold, rainy night. The place is lusciously dark, perfectly illuminated by candles and dim overhead (non-LED) lights, and the food is incredible--the homemade pasta is delicious. Almost everything is homemade and delicious! And do yourself a favor and get an order (or 2, or 3...) of the bread and butter. The bread is so soft, fluffy, warm, fresh, and perfectly crusty. The delicious butter is homemade and by far the best butter I have ever tasted. Staff are knowledgeable on their cocktails, and at explaining the less common items on the menu. read more

I came here on a Sunday morning with my sister and it was such a great experience! The service was outstanding and the wait is not too long especially with a lot of people. The inside of the restaurant is very cozy and lively. We ordered the levain toast, breakfast sandwich, smashed potatos, latte, and apple cider ginger tea. Everything was so delicious and I am definitely coming back again! read more

A solid brunch spot if you're in Outer Sunset. Their famous levain toast was good (not necessarily memorable) and it came with salted butter and apple sauce. Our favorite dish was the chia bowl, which although a bit small, was well put together in terms of flavor with a good dose of pears and honey. read more

Outerlands - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Definitely disappointed. I came here with a friend who had been here before and said it was a pretty solid brunch spot so she decided to have me try it. I don't know if it was just an off day, but ngl the most disappointing part of our experience was the service. Although the workers managing the front with customers waiting outside were nice, the service was almost nonexistent once we were seated! They sat us at a table that was pretty small so we had a hard time trying to keep all of our food on the table without everything falling, but honestly that's way beyond the point. Nobody ever checked in on us, we constantly had to flag down several different servers for everything. I understand it was busy given it was a Saturday afternoon, but I still think that checking in on customers goes a long way regardless. The food wasn't bad, but the service left a bad taste in my mouth. read more

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When I first moved to San Francisco, I aggressively made brunch plans every weekend with the intent of hitting up all the brunch hotspots that the city famously offers (Zazie, Mama's, Plow, etc.). I never made it to Outerlands due to it being so out of the way. Five years later, I can finally check Outerlands off my list! I ordered the most popular item on the menu, the Eggs-in-jail, which is a thick slab of toast with a hole cut in the middle filled with egg and topped with perfectly cooked bacon (crispy, flavorful, and not too salty) and arugula. It's not an item I would I say that I've had dreams about since, but I will say that I think that at a price of $12, it's a perfectly crafted brunch item. It's a satisfying portion that doesn't leave you too hungry or too full and incorporates complementary flavors and textures. Outerlands is perfect if you're in the area and if it were my neighborhood brunch spot, I'd be a regular. read more

Outerlands - Eggs-in-jail - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came in to get brunch and catch up with some friends. We ordered and paid and said at our table. However 20 minutes into sitting they never brought out the water or my drink until I had to get up and ask the host. This instantly made me regret leaving a tip and left a terrible first impression considering it was not busy and toward the end of the brunch shift. The food tastes phenomenal. However at the end of the meal my dining partner immediately got sick and spent the next 1-2 hours in their bathroom purging. When I got home I also shortly after got pretty sick. I am very questioning of the food safety practices of this establishment after this whole ordeal. read more

Outerlands - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Wow! So good!!! Ordered the breakfast sandwich and added avocado and bacon. Paired with a rośe...chef's kiss! Went early afternoon with a party of four and was seated quickly. Highly recommend for a brunch spot! read more

Outerlands - Breakfast sandwich with added avocado, and bacon - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Food was generally good and the inside servers were all gems but the wait staff outside was less than helpful. You have to put your name in outside, then get a number, then order and be sat. However after outting my name down and waiting in line number 2, the woman at the front said oh actually they were in front of you so you have to go to the back of the line... after we waited in line, with those people, who asked if we were also waiting. Just an overall strange process and had to tip before receiving anything. Inside was nice, food was mostly good. Dutch pancake was delicious but doesn't need the ricotta. Latte was almost like black coffee The sandwich was good but basic. Lot of money to add on to make it good. read more

Seriously one of the best brunches I've had. Everything we ordered was so good. We got the oyster mushroom gallete, Dutch pancake, a chocolate chip cookie, and drinks. read more

My friend and I were looking for a cute Lowkey place to eat Sunday brunch, and happened to stumble upon this place. The wait was about 20 minutes at 1230/1pm. The menu was located outside, and you order before getting seated (gratuity included!). I ordered the breakfast sandwich and Yukon potatoes while my friend got the soup with pulled pork. The Yukon potatoes really hit the spot for me, as they were flavorful and melted in your mouth. I did like my sandwich, but I found it a bit hard to eat since it was so thick. Love the vibes of this place, and the food tasted fresh and well worth the price. read more

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This is one of those places that has wonderful food despite the fairly consistently gnarly wait. It's pretty much the best food option in the area near the Great Hwy but also a source of amazing memories in, outside, and up and down the block while waiting for a table with my partner and now with my kids. Their breakfast sandwich is solid. Nice quick easy options for the kids. Beautiful driftwood vibe inside around the bar and above the kitchen. Super convenient to have the parklet near the outdoor tables for extra seating and entertainment room for kiddos. Heads up, they now have you order when you get your table which is a little odd but ends up being pretty efficient. Didn't end up minding it as much as I thought I might, fyi. read more

Came here for brunch. You get on the wait list, when your name is called, you stand in line and order and pay up front, then wait to be seated. Food came out fairly quick. Everything we ordered was amazing! We ordered the squash toast, smoked trout toast, smashed potatoes, Dutch pancake and squash soup. read more

Outerlands - Dutch Pancake and squash toast - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Combine a long wait with an organic menu, local ingredients, housemade bread, and cocktails, and you have all the ingredients for a bougie brunch! Outerlands has gotten a lot of coverage/hype, and the lines definitely show it! For weekend brunch, I started with the sticky bun, which was beautifully draped in a salted caramel glaze and decorated with orange, grapefruit, and pumpkin seeds. The glaze had a nice slightly floral hint, though overall, this pastry was a bit sweet for my tastes. And then on to the mains! I started with the popular "eggs-in-jail," a creative dish consisting of a thick slice of housemade bread with a hole in the middle, into which was cooked a perfectly runny egg. The slice was then topped with super crispy slices of bacon and lightly dressed arugula, and served with a creamy aioli smeared onto the plate. The toasted bread was perfectly toasty, springy, and chewy, and even the round of bread that was punched out to make the hole was served on the side as well! Next, I had the veggie sandwich, a creative sandwich with a filling of roasted cauliflower, pea sprouts, and a crispy papadum cracker. But the best part of the sandwich was the paste of red lentil dahl spread on the insides of the bread, which gave the sandwich a nice curry-spice flavor. The two halves of this griddled sandwich were served with a pickle and a small side salad of dressed arugula topped with shavings of watermelon radish and carrot. Overall, the sandwich had a nice flavor and I loved the crispy, toasty texture of the outside of the bread slices contrasting with the springy, chewy interior. That said, the slices of bread were way too thick given the small amount of filling. Overall, this was a fun restaurant for a casual brunch in a relaxed atmosphere. The staff was quite friendly and the prices were fair, though I probably wouldn't want to wait in line to eat here again. read more

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I have been here once before back in 2017 and from what I had remembered I was decently satisfied, so I thought to try it once more. First off, the way they run the restaurant is incredibly efficient, you order before you are seated so all they have to do is just bring your food straight to the table. We got our food unbelievably fast and every employee we interacted with was incredibly kind. They do have a 20% tip included with every bill, however as someone who has worked in the restaurant industry once before, I very much appreciated it them making sure their staff has a livable wage. Now for the food, the presentation was aesthetic and cooked quite well. We got the iced green tea which was strong but refreshing, the Dutch pancake which was fluffy and a great crispiness on the on the outside, and the breakfast sandwich. The breakfast sandwich was my least favorite menu item due to the lack of flavor which was disappointing. The only reason why I wouldn't give this place the full five stars is due to the fact that most of their food wasn't spiced very much, which made for a blander flavor. However I will say, if I need a brunch spot in the sunset - this will most definitely be my go to place. It's read more

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Finally tried out Outerlands after so many recommendations! 1. Service was just phenomenal. Since they're in the farm to table business, their service represented just that personal acknowledgment of each customer. I heard a few servers even address the customers by their first name once they'd put their names on the waitlist. Super personable and friendly staff! 10/10 2. Great latte! I tried their whole milk latte and it was just right! Smooth, strong, not bitter at all. 3. Breakfast sandwich: I got it without any add ons, the original, and it was great! The aioli is delicious and it comes with a lot of arugula so you won't feel guilty about the bread and cheese with the eggs. 9/10 4. Chia bowl: it was a good mix of fruits, nuts and chia pudding with honey drizzle. May have lacked flavor to an extent though, but it is your standard healthy chia seed bowl. 5. Ambiance: really liked the ambiance! The restaurant is very close to the ocean in a primarily residential neighborhood in outer sunset. The interior is very rustic and cute! 10/10 read more

Outerlands - Chia Bowl and Breakfast Sandwich - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Great spot. Went for dinner with the wife. If "vibey" was in the dictionary it would have a picture of this restaurant. Perfect casual but not sloppy atmosphere. The visual decor was great and perfect for a. Place near the ocean. Dinner menu was very very small but everything we had was excellent from the fresh baked bread to the kale salad to the pork chops to the halibut. Not sure you could go wrong with the menu. Service was friendly and efficient but not rushed. Would most definately come back and try new things. read more

I bought a loaf of Sourdough, which was 13 dollars, to take home. I thought it was a tad pricey, but ok . The bread is absolutely delicious, and does not get stale or hard as a rock in a day . It is so much better than even the loaves you buy from the market that are in paper bags , made daily from various local bakeries . I'm not sure why, but this is the best Sourdough I've had in the city . read more

Outerlands - A ship going under golden gate recently. - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

If you're looking for a tasty brunch without the wait time for a waiter to take your payment, this is the place. They take your order before you sit down which seems weird but is actually way more practical. Food was delivered so fast and staff didn't make us feel rushed even though it was a Saturday morning. Don't sleep on this place. Worth the hype! read more

Outerlands - Breakfast sandwich, olive oil cake - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

I know we live in SF and all but for the quality and quantity of the food, it's freakin overpriced! Came here because my roomie wants me to try their Dutch pancake, but lo and behold it's only available on the weekend! Boooo.... Ok we decided to still eat here anyway. Looking at the menu, it's pretty limited. I decided to get the veggie hash $18 and add bacon for $4. The dish itself is not bad, it was basically a stirfry veggies with potatoes and overcooked omelet. For $22 I feel robbed. I convinced my roomie that this was very poor choice of restaurant because for $60 breakfast for 2 people, we could've splurge eating asian food. PS: they charge 5% on ur bill for mandated employee health insurance. Such BS! read more

Outerlands - veggie hash $22 with bacon - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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We literally just found our new favorite brunch spot! From the moment you walk in, it feels like your nestled into a log cabin somewhere in the mountains. The ambiance is very warm & cozy as well as providing an ample amount of quaint outdoors tables. The service is very friendly although, be mindful of their ordering/seating process. This was not made very clear to us when we put our names on the wait list. So, if there's a wait, after you put your name down, make sure you order & prepay. They will then give you a number & direct you to your table once it's ready. We ordered the smashed potatoes with aioli, chia pudding, Dutch pancake, breakfast sandwich with no cheese but, added carmelized onions, chocolate chip cookie, & polenta cake. Everything was mind blowing & out of this world! We started with the chocolate chip cookie & polenta cake. Hands down, best CCC I've ever had! Seas salt on top, just the right amount of chocolate, chefs kiss. The polenta cake has blackberries & figs, warm, textured, & served with crème fraiche on the side; very good. My favorite thing we ordered were the smashed potatoes. Best potatoes I've ever had in my life & the aioli dipping sauce is very light & flavorful. The breakfast sandwich was light yet filling, carmelized onions cooked to perfection, I just wished my fried egg was runny instead of dry. Finally, the Dutch pancake was unlike anything we'd ever had! So flaky & crunchy with just the right amount of fruit, nuts, & sweet. One of the best aspects of this spot is the location which for me happens to be my old neighborhood. It shines bright in the Outer Sunset/Ocean Beach area by adding value to this quieter area of SF. We will definitely be back soon & highly recommend checking them out if you haven't had the pleasure of dining with them yet. read more

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Where do all the locals go? Well now then, they go to Outerlands; a quaint American Bistro located in the Outer Sunset district. Here is the skinny on this place: 1- parking is a problem (parking is a problem in all of San Francisco) 2- often times busy you'll have to put your name on the waitlist 3- Interior seating available and patio seating around the perimeter of the restaurant with Heat lamps available also 4- Do not leave unless you have tried their bread. And they're butter. They make their own butter 5- moderately priced with friendly and knowledgeable staff 6- excellent coffees and teas are available, along with a very modest and decent wine list. Located about five blocks away from the great American highway and Judah, you will find the Outerlands. Yup, if you're in that area you'll definitely want to try this place. Well I've not had their lunch or brunch, I'm told it is just as good as the rest of their menu. read more

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Stopped by here for some brunch after walking at Ocean Beach, and it was as advertised. The ingredients are fresh, balanced, and I especially liked the breakfast sandwich and potatoes. The Danish pancake was good but could have been a bit more doughy. Sitting outside is super nice and parking was pretty easy. read more

Outerlands - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

I began to feel stupid, collecting precious little dishes all over my tiny table, evidence I didn't kern to the usual diner profile. I ordered the "folded eggs" and bacon plate, the execution not particularly special (eggs were overcooked and not particularly folded) except for the quality of the smoky bacon and the amazing homemade, thick-sliced toast, breakfast didn't really move the needle. And toast does not a brunch make especially when you answer questions like "Do you want butter for your toast?" and have to work harder than you want to in order to get jam. Or ketchup Or hot sauce Or salt & pepper Or sugar Or cream Or a refill on your coffee All but one of the wait staff were friendly once you got their attention but Lordy, it was just too much work when I wanted to chill. I looked around at the beautiful interior, possibly made of reclaimed wood (and certainly looking like it) with its cool, angular entry and sensual, curved walls and felt disappointed I'd waited too long to try this hipster place and was now let down. Maybe dinner is better - and Sunday brunch apparently has myriad options not available to weekday diners. You couldn't tell by the busy-ness of a Friday morning, makeup-free J. Crew couples and families and their children looking perfect in the filtered light. Add surfboards and you'd have a Richard Avedon photoshoot. With toast. read more

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Outerlands is definitely not your typical brunch of waffles, pancakes, and eggs Benedict. It's definitely a more unique brunch menu but I LOVED it!! Stop by if you are looking to mix up your typical brunch palate. I came by at 11am on a Saturday morning expecting a crazy line, we only had to wait 20 min and we enjoyed walking through nearby shops in the mean time. We sat outside and under a heater but they gave us cute blankets in case we were still cold as we sat outside. It wasn't too cold of a day, but being winter we were kept cozy. I ordered two items and split with a friend. - sweet Dutch pancake was AMAZING. I loved the toppings of apple, pecans, and fresh whipped cream. It was the perfect sweet breakfast item and something I've never had before. - quiche was pretty normal and came with a salad. It was really good, probably pretty standard as quiche go. I would still recommend. read more

Outerlands - Dutch Pancake Baked in a Cast Iron Pan - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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