If you do not like waiting in line, Outerlands is not for you. We have become accustom to waiting as we often indulge outside on a patio with our dog. Our initial thought was, “could it be any longer than a regular weekend wait at Delarosa?” Turns out it can! It took us a while to mosey on over there finally arriving at noon, but we did not sit down at the table until 1:30. This definitely sounds worse than it is so allow me to explain! For whatever reason it is parklet galore over on Judah and 45th. Everyone was seated comfortably waiting for a table with a coffee in hand. So while we sat and sipped we enjoyed conversations with other patrons and GG even made a few friends.

Now let’s get to the nitty gritty and talk food! One of the reasons I liked this place right off the bat was because the menu was small. There is a difference between small and limited. Outerlands definitely has something for everyone without being overwhelming. How many times have you brunched and ordered way too much food just because you could not decide what dish to order?! Yeah, me too, not going to happen here. From fresh pastries, quiche, porridge, pancakes, to “eggs-in-jail,” it’s offered.

We started off with coffee cake, although our first choice was a glazed doughnut followed by a sticky bun. Lesson learned. If you show up late, your favorite pastries will be sold out. The coffee cake was fine, we really just needed something in our stomachs. My hubby ordered the refried black beans and eggs, with a side of breakfast potatoes – those were buttery and crisp at the same time. Mmmm…I ordered the eggs-in-jail, although the squash and feta open faced sandwich was very tempting. You are probably wondering what the heck kind of food that is, but it is actually a very clever name for such a concoction. Imagine a pillowy piece of toast that has been hollowed out. Now drop a runny egg in there and garnish it with cabbage, balsamic vinaigrette, aioli, and bacon and your eggs are officially in “jail.” I added avocado on mine, and GG swiped the bacon, but over all it was delicious. I often eat avocado toast with a sunny side up egg, so this was like a souped up version. I did not think I would like the cabbage but it added a nice crunch and sort of tasted like a fresh salad thanks to the vinaigrette. Enough about prisoner eggs, you cannot dine at Outerlands without indulging in the famous pancake. Imagine your favorite puffy pancake baked in a cast iron pan…yep, that’s how they do things around here. Whether you like your pancakes savory or sweet, there is an option for you. We topped ours with sweet apple and house made ricotta, with a side of syrup for dipping. It was very decadent and a traditional breakfast item in a form I have never seen before.

Will we return to this San Francisco brunch spot? OF COURSE. At 12:00 noon? HELL NO. I happily await my next visit and already plan to try the feta and egg dish, and hopefully get my hands on a doughnut. My apologies for the lack of photos but we were too hungry to take any more pics…and when I’m hungry I’m HANGRY. Forgive me! Until next time Outerlands…at 9:00 am sharp.

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9:30 am: Head North on foot or Uber towards the bay to pick up a bike from “New Holiday Adventure Sale & Rentals.” It’s a dry cleaner with bike rentals at a rock bottom price. Nothing fancy here but you won’t find a better deal. Put a dent in your sugar high with a bike ride over the Golden Gate Bridge!

Morning Alternative:
Pick up a coffee and off to prison you go! Alcatraz aka “The Rock,” known for housing famed criminals such as Al Capone and the “Bird Man,” is one of the most traveled National Parks in America. Take the audio tour as you walk through jail cells and spooky courtyards. Buy your tickets early and you won’t regret it.

12:00 pm: Arrive in Sausalito totally rejuvenated. Leave your bike with valet – it’s worth the five bucks and hit the artisan shops. If you’ve worked up an appetite, grab a snack from the cafe, but save your appetite for later.

1:00 pm: Take the Blue & Gold ferry back to the Fisherman’s Wharf SF. Upon Arrival, head West towards Ghiradelli Square. If the Dungeness crab is one of the reasons you’re visiting SF, devour a crabby critter at Lou’s Fish Shack. Wash it down with a 60 oz Lou’s Blues pineapple vodka delight. That’s if you’re sharing, of course! Your fur baby is welcome on the outdoor patio.

3:30 pm: Follow the sidewalk towards the Aquatic Park Green and relax on a park bench along the waterfront. Yep, that’s Alcatraz in front of you and the Golden Gate Bridge to your left…this city is THAT picturesque. Enjoy a game of fetch with Fido in the lush grass.

4:00 pm: After a little R&R, ride the Hyde line cable car up the hills to Lombard Street aka the “Crooked Street.” Get your camera ready! Aside from the obligatory cable car selfie, you’ll want to capture a bird’s eye view shot of the cars winding down the road. Between the floral arrangements and the Bay Bridge in the background, there’s no better photo op.

Photo courtesy of baycityguide.com

4:30 pm: Grab your bike and make your way down Lombard Street to drop off your rental, and head South up Buchanan towards Union Street – a fashionista’s shopping haven. Here you’ll find gift shops, jewelry stores, among trendy boutiques (Current Clothing deserves a shoutout). Sit for a glass of wine at the neighborhood gem, Capannina, or indulge in the ravioli or chicken if you skipped the crustaceans.

Afternoon Alternative: Escape to Alamo Square to admire the Painted Ladies. Grab a cocktail along Divisadero at Horse Feather.

6:00 pm: Hail a cab Request an Uber for naptime and a smart causal outfit change.

8:00 pm: Mission bound to Lazy Bear – a stellar restaurant. Hopefully you’ve worked up an appetite because you’re about to participate in one of the most unique dining experiences in America. From the first to the twelfth course (no that’s not a typo), indulge in lip-smacking good concoctions made from the freshest local ingredients. I hope you took advantage of naptime, because you’ll be feasting until midnight. For more information, refer to my two-part blog series, Your Guide to Lazy Bear San Francisco: A Unique Dining Experience and Your Guide to Lazy Bear San Francisco: The Appropriate Attire.

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