Best Contemporary Italian Restaurants in Berkeley
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- HHectorSan Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoHoly cow! Excellent food and service! Great quaint location. Had the steak and scallops dishes for dinner. Delicious, tasty, well-seasoned, well cooked. Opened up with the charred Brussels sprouts and beef carpaccio. Also had the little gem salad. Their bread is soft and crunchy at the same time? How’s that? The place was sold out and with a line of people waiting for their turn to sit at a table. Owners are present and working. Just a great restaurant with great dishes!More infoCreekwood RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Berkeley•4.6
- JJosephBaltimore / Maryland •11 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoAmazing food, flavors blended really well together and wine selection was excellent. Staff were also very friendly and helpfulMore infoBack to BackPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Nob Hill•4.7
- JJenniferSan Francisco Bay Area •14 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoWe love this place- a nice hidden gem in downtown WC. We love sitting at the bar and Lucas is great- very knowledgeable and an experienced bartender. They had a three course prefix for Valentines Day which was a little pricey but delicious nonetheless. We just wish they still offered their delicious homemade bread during the prefix. One of our favorite date night locations- we’ll be back!More infoMontesacro Walnut CreekPrice: Expensive• Italian• Walnut Creek•4.8
- CFColemanFam6San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoWe have been dining here for over 11 years, we live in Green Valley and travel over an hour, usually to get here due to traffic. It’s absolutely worth it. Thank you to Giuseppe and Christine, and all of their wonderful staff. Tonight our server was Nico and he was wonderful! The food is always so delicious and fresh, but even more importantly, our service is always top-notch. Thank you so much always. Wade and Christine Coleman More infoTraboccoPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Alameda•4.8
- SSandyVIPLos Angeles •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 25, 2025The pasta class was an awesome experience! We learned how to hand knead artisanal flour and make 4 types of hand-pressed and 4 types of filled pasta while learning the history/background for each. They showed us the machines they use to make their extruded pasta and freely answered all our questions. Beverages and fresh rosemary shortbread were available throughout the 3.5 hour class. After we finished making our pasta we got to observe them being prepared into the dishes we dined on afterward. Our teachers were very knowledgeable and helpful. I definitely recommendMore infoPasta Supply Co. MissionPrice: Moderate• Italian• Mission District•5
Discover best Contemporary Italian restaurants in Berkeley
Discover the essence of contemporary Italian cuisine in Berkeley's vibrant dining scene, located in the East Bay of the San Francisco Bay Area. Renowned for its innovative fusion of Italian techniques with local Californian flavors, Berkeley offers a variety of restaurants that cater to those seeking a modern twist on classic Italian dishes. Each establishment in this area showcases a commitment to fresh, seasonal ingredients, ensuring each dish bursts with flavor and authenticity. The dining environments range from casual chic to sophisticated elegance, providing perfect settings for both relaxed meals and special occasions. Patrons can expect exceptional service and a welcoming atmosphere, reflecting Berkeley's reputation for culinary excellence and innovation. Whether you're craving artisanal pizzas, handcrafted pastas, or inventive Italian entrees, Berkeley's contemporary Italian restaurants promise a memorable gastronomic experience. Explore these culinary gems to satisfy your palate with top-tier Italian cuisine right in the heart of the East Bay.