Revealed: The Outside Lands 2024 food and drink lineup
Culinary Beats: The 2024 Golden Gate Gastronomy & Music Experience
As the summer sun warms the iconic Golden Gate Park, the Outside Lands Music Festival prepares to serve up a symphony of flavors and sounds. From August 9-11, 2024, a diverse array of 100 Bay Area restaurants will converge to offer an unparalleled culinary experience, perfectly harmonized with the rhythms of renowned musical acts. This year's festival not only celebrates the return of beloved eateries but also introduces 16 fresh faces to the gastronomic lineup, all set against the backdrop of San Francisco's lush urban oasis.Savor the Soundtrack of San Francisco: Where Music Meets Michelin Stars
The Culinary Symphony of Outside Lands
San Francisco's Outside Lands is synonymous with a rich tapestry of tastes that are as eclectic and vibrant as its musical lineup. This year, the festival's culinary offerings are curated to reflect the city's diverse palate, with a staggering 94% of the participants being minority- and female-led ventures. The forthcoming weeks will also unveil a tantalizing beverage selection, promising to complement the array of dishes with artisanal sips.
Among the returning favorites are establishments that have become synonymous with the city's food scene, such as Woodhouse Fish Co., Mamahuhu, and Suppenküche. They join a host of other culinary artisans from Oakland and beyond, each bringing their unique flavors to the festival's table.
New Flavors on the Horizon
The festival's gastronomic landscape is set to expand with the introduction of 16 new eateries, each poised to make their mark. Noteworthy among them is Saigon Sandwich, a Tenderloin gem known for its banh mi, and Mandalay Restaurant, a recent recipient of the James Beard America’s Classics Award. The Rockridge neighborhood's Ramen Shop and Copas, with its innovative smashburger tacos, are also set to debut, adding to the festival's culinary diversity.
These new additions are a testament to the festival's commitment to culinary innovation and its role in showcasing the latest and greatest of the Bay Area's food scene.
Bites of the Bay: A Gastronomic Adventure
2024 introduces 'Bites of the Bay,' a novel way for festival-goers to indulge in the region's culinary delights. For a mere $20, attendees can embark on a flavorful journey, sampling secret snacks from a selection of over 70 participating restaurants. Imagine savoring a Smashburger Slider from Smish Smash or a Mini Lobster Roll from Woodhouse Fish Co., each offering a bite-sized window into the soul of Bay Area cuisine.
This innovative feature is designed to allow attendees to taste a wider variety of offerings, ensuring that every palate is pleased and every craving is satisfied.
Exclusive Culinary Encounters
For those seeking a more upscale dining experience, the Golden Gate Club presents an opportunity to engage with chefs of Michelin and James Beard acclaim. VIP pass holders are granted exclusive access to a wider selection of gourmet dishes from high-end restaurants such as A16, Kantine, and KAIYO, elevating the festival experience to new heights of luxury and taste.
The festival's commitment to culinary excellence is evident in these high-dollar encounters, which provide an intimate setting for gastronomes to connect with the minds behind the menus.
Musical Pairings: Headliners and Eats
As the beats of The Killers and Post Malone pulse through the park, attendees can enhance their musical journey with a diverse spread of eats. From the savory to the sweet, the festival's food lineup is as carefully curated as its musical acts, ensuring that each note is met with a corresponding taste.
Whether it's a spicy pepperoni slice from Pink Onion or a refreshing açaí bowl from Ruru Kitchen, the festival promises a sensory experience that marries the auditory with the gustatory, creating memories that will linger long after the last chord has been struck.
