Fall in Los Angeles is patio weather at its best: warm, golden afternoons that slide into cool, breezy evenings. There’s no better time to settle in at The 1917 Outdoor Restaurant, the al fresco patio tucked into San Antonio Winery’s historic Los Angeles home. Here’s why it belongs on your fall list—and what to order while you’re there.
An Outdoor Restaurant with a Century of History
The 1917 is named for the year San Antonio Winery was founded, and it sits on the exterior of the family’s original Lamar Street winery in Lincoln Heights, just northeast of downtown LA. That makes it a rare thing in the city: a genuine winery patio with real history behind it, minutes from the DTLA core and only a short drive from Dodger Stadium.
The space itself is built for lingering—an open-air patio where the Riboli family’s elevated-but-easy hospitality meets a menu of French and Italian flavors from Chef Jo Dijamco. As one of the more distinctive options for patio dining in downtown LA’s orbit, it trades the usual sidewalk-table experience for something that feels like a small escape.
What to Eat
The kitchen leans into French and Italian cooking, and the rhythm of the week gives you a couple of great ways to visit. Weekend brunch runs Friday through Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.—ideal for a leisurely late-morning table as the fall light comes through. Happy Hour lands Thursday and Friday from 1 to 5 p.m., which in autumn overlaps beautifully with golden hour on the patio.
The Drink to Order: A Hugo Spritz
The spritz is the signature sip of easy, al fresco afternoons, and The 1917 patio pours one worth ordering—the Hugo Spritz from the Riboli family’s own Spritz Del Conte.
It’s a ready-to-serve, wine-based Italian spritz crafted from Glera grapes sourced from Italy’s famed Veneto region, the same grape behind Prosecco. Served over ice, it’s light, bubbly, and balanced, with aromatic elderflower, floral sweetness, and crisp, fresh mint—the classic Hugo profile done authentically. At around 13% ABV, it’s a bright, laid-back cocktail made for slow afternoons that stretch into the evening.
If you prefer a more bittersweet, orange-forward aperitivo, the original Spritz Del Conte Classico—built on Prosecco and a blend of 20 botanicals—is the more traditional Italian spritz in the lineup. Either way, it’s the kind of drink that makes a fall evening on the patio feel like a little slice of La Dolce Vita.
Make an Evening of It
Beyond the regular menu, The 1917 hosts special events that are perfect for a fall night out—from wine pairing dinners to country line dancing—so it’s worth checking the events schedule when you plan your visit. The patio can also be reserved for private cocktail-style events Monday through Friday if you’re marking a fall occasion.
Because the patio is open-air, seating is offered weather permitting and hours can shift with the season, so reserving ahead is the way to go.
Plan Your Visit
The 1917 Outdoor Restaurant is at 737 Lamar Street, Los Angeles, CA 90031, on the exterior of the original San Antonio Winery. For questions, call 323.330.8700. Reservations are available online and are recommended, especially on weekends. Note that the patio is closed on major holidays, including New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, the 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Wine tasting reservations are available daily at the winery as well.
Reserve a table on the The 1917 Outdoor Restaurant page.
FAQs
Where is The 1917 Outdoor Restaurant located?
It’s at 737 Lamar Street in the Lincoln Heights neighborhood, just northeast of downtown Los Angeles, on the exterior of San Antonio Winery’s original 1917 location.
Is there a wine bar near Dodger Stadium?
Yes—The 1917 is only a short drive from Dodger Stadium, making it an easy spot for a relaxed drink or meal before or after a game.
What kind of food does The 1917 serve?
French and Italian dishes from Chef Jo Dijamco, with weekend brunch Friday through Sunday (10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.) and Happy Hour on Thursday and Friday (1–5 p.m.).
What is the Hugo Spritz served on the patio?
It’s the Hugo Spritz from the Riboli family’s Spritz Del Conte—a wine-based Italian spritz made from Glera grapes, served over ice with elderflower, floral, and fresh mint notes.
Do I need a reservation, and is the patio outdoors?
The 1917 is an open-air patio, so seating is weather permitting, and reservations are recommended. You can book online through the restaurant’s page.