7 San Diego Eateries Named Among '100 Best Al Fresco Dining Restaurants In America'

SAN DIEGO, CA: Whether you are in North County, South Bay, Harbor Island or Escondido, chances are you're close to one of OpenTable's "100 Best Al Fresco Dining Restaurants in America for 2016."

"Dining al fresco is a delicious way for travelers and locals alike to take in the sights, sounds and flavors of a city," says Caroline Potter, OpenTable Chief Dining Officer. "These winning restaurants have created delightful outdoor seating areas that provide a front-row seat to the natural beauty and urban vistas around them, allowing guests to commune with their surroundings while experiencing welcoming hospitality and fresh fare."

Seven San Diego-area eateries made the list released Wednesday by the online reservation site:

• Brockton Villa, La Jolla
• George's Ocean Terrace, La Jolla
• Poseidon, Del Mar
• The Prado at Balboa Park
• Tom Hams Lighthouse, Harbor Island
• SEA180° Coastal Tavern, Imperial Beach
• Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens, Escondido

Throughout California, 44 eateries made the list, which was generated from more than 5 million restaurant reviews submitted by verified OpenTable diners between May 1 and April 30 of this year. 

All restaurants with a minimum "overall" score and number of qualifying reviews were included for consideration, according to OpenTable. Qualifying restaurants were then scored and sorted according to the percentage of qualifying reviews for which "great for outdoor dining" was selected as a special feature. 

(Image via Cohn Restaurants)