Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Belmont

Although it is sometimes difficult to get a reservation, the food and service all always excellent.

Yummy cocktails to start. Fabulous dinner: chicory, foie gras walnut salad + octopus + lumache for me. Dining companions had the lasagna, bay scallops, and cobia. All were delicious. Katie recommended a delightful champagne to enhance the first courses. Pammy’s continues to be a gem.

Gorgeous vibes and exemplary service matched the innovative and yummy food— which manages to be cozy and casual and highly elevated all at the same time. A perfect spot for a celebration or intimate dinner out. 10/10

Sycamore creates consistently excellent food and drinks. Last night's boudin blanc is a treasure -- only prepared in December, and it runs out in early January -- is it a delicate, flavorful white sausage that is like eating soft clouds of umami. So good! Also, the lamb two ways was exceptional -- small rack plus lamb confit wrapped in dark leaves, served on a flavorful couscous. They also happily prepared a vegetarian version of their gemelli carbonara, with chunks of squash and forest mushrooms. Bartender Scott remains a standout -- makes great drinks and is funny and whimsical. Owner Dave was gracious, as always. We have been to Sycamore time and time again, and they never disappoint.

Umami Omakase is fabulous. We give the dining experience five stars for the food and experience of sitting at the sushi bar and watching the chef prepare each dish. What fun to see the delicate and exquisite fish being prepared and then to be filled with such pleasure eating the fish.