Best Hot Spot Restaurants in El Cerrito

24 restaurants available nearby

1. Juanita & Maude

4.8

Exceptional(1757)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Albany

Booked 27 times today

An intimate neighborhood restaurant, Juanita & Maude features Chef Scott Eastman's personal take on American Cuisine. The daily changing menu highlights classic dishes including Michelin Guide's top 5 hamburger in California. His refined comfort food is matched with seasonal craft cocktails and an international wine list. Juanita & Maude's lively dining room or serene outdoor patio is the perfect spot for a night out, celebration or special occasion. Conveniently located near the corner of Solano and San Pablo Avenues.

2. La Marcha

4.6

Exceptional(1227)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Berkeley

Booked 29 times today

La Marcha Tapas Bar, located in Berkeley, California, is a culinary gem led by Chef Sergio Monleon and Chef Emily Sarlatte. Known for its innovative Spanish cuisine, La Marcha offers signature paella dishes and a variety of delightful tapas. The restaurant has earned accolades including listed in the Michelin Guide, Best of the Bay awards, and recognition among the top 5 Spanish restaurants by several publications. Situated near landmarks such as UC Berkeley and BAMPFA, it boasts a cozy, rustic atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Committed to community service, Chef Sergio, Chef Emily, and the team actively participate in local and global charitable initiatives. Join us at La Marcha Tapas Bar for an unforgettable dining experience that celebrates the vibrant flavors and culture of Spain.

3. Zaytoon

4.7

Exceptional(787)

Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • Albany

Booked 16 times today

Zaytoon Mediterranean Restaurant and Bar offers Mediterranean comfort foods with a modern American twist. Located at the corner of Solano and Kains, Zaytoon embraces the everyday Mediterranean kitchen, making it the focus of your casual fine dining experience. With hummus inspired by the flavors of Jerusalem and humanely raised meats, Zaytoon is much more than your average shawarma joint! Come try Zaytoon’s craft cocktails, created by the Jessica Maria, the owner of Albany's craft cocktail bar, the Hotsy Totsy Club. Meet up with your coworkers or friends for Zaytoon's full bar and Happy Hour! Reserve a table for your romantic night out. Reservations are not required for lunch as we have plenty of seating, but feel free to call us at 510-898-1316 to check availability.

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4. Revival Bar+Kitchen

4.5

Awesome(2790)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Berkeley

Booked 11 times today

Revival Bar+Kitchen is serving distinctive, locally sourced, farm-to table, snout-to tail, utterly delicious food for brunch and dinner. The full bar is mixing original, hand-crafted cocktails, and our bar menu is available to satisfy after-the-show appetites. The entire dining room is available for meetings and buy outs.

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5. Hana Japan Steak & Seafood - Berkeley

4.3

Awesome(416)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Berkeley

Booked 22 times today

Hana Japan Steakhouse in Berkeley California specializes in teppanyaki and hibachi cuisine. The menu features USDA Choice Black Angus beef, grilled seafood items as well as vegetarian options. Try the Hibachi Salmon for a tasty dinner, the popular New York Steak or our newly added House Dry Aged Rib-Eye. Dinner items are served with a salad featuring our special organic Hana dressing, house soup, steamed rice and seasonal vegetables. Hana Japan’s menu also serves a kid-friendly dishes. Serving the San Francisco Bay area since 1979, Hana Japan draws a local regular crowd and proudly serve during dinner hours. Diners get to enjoy special discounts on their birthdays when they visit with parties of four or more. We are now open for dinner seven days a week. Reservations are Highly Recommended.

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6. Kokkari Estiatorio

4.9

Exceptional(9166)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 232 times today

Kokkari (pronounced “Ko-Kar-ee”) is a small fishing village located on the islands of Samos in the Aegean Sea, whose name is derived from the small onions that were once produced in the nearby fields. Its fertile soil and Mediterranean climate translated into an abundance of fresh produce as well as treasured seafood and game. Legend tells that Kokkari is the site where Orion, a mighty hunter and a young man of gigantic stature and great beauty, fell in love with the daughter of the king of Chios. For the love of her, Orion forged the island for wild game and seafood to prepare elaborate banquets in celebration of their love. Today, we hope you will enjoy your own celebration as you dine at Kokkari Estiatorio on food “fit for the Gods” prepared with an Aegean palate and the style of innovative California fare.

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7. ACRE Kitchen and Bar

4.6

Exceptional(656)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Oakland

Booked 47 times today

ACRE is an ingredient-driven menu of California/Mediterranean cuisine served witha welcoming, neighborhood approachability.*20% gratuity will be added to all parties 8 or more.

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8. Original Joe's - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(4237)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North Beach

Booked 126 times today

Original Joe’s is the quintessential, classic San Francisco dining experience. A fabric of the City for over 80 years, it is located in the heart of the historic and majestic North Beach, a mecca for natives, tourists, and culinary aficionados alike.Original Joe’s is the oldest of all existing Joe’s restaurants in the country and is the innovator of what is now nationally known as the “Joe’s Concept”. With its signature red leather booths, legendary smooth cocktails, and renowned Italian American menu, Joe’s has come to signify its own Northern Californian category of food and symbolizes classic Italian American comfort food at its finest.

9. Waterbar

4.6

Exceptional(10938)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 127 times today

Waterbar is a seafood-centric restaurant located on the waterfront with spectacular panoramic views of the bay and city skyline, exceptional design, and a menu of the freshest sustainable fish and seafood. Featuring stunning outdoor (dog-friendly) dining on the waterfront patio, a relaxed atmosphere and floor-to-ceiling circular aquariums filled with an eye-catching array of fish and marine life from the Pacific Ocean. Waterbar is not to be missed.

10. Wayfare Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(7844)

Price: Moderate

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 86 times today

Chef Tyler Florence brings his passion for high quality and style to San Francisco with his new flagship restaurant, Wayfare Tavern. A classic San Francisco Tavern featuring authentic American dishes inspired by local cuisine at the turn of the 20th century, the menu ranges from classic comforts to rustic delicacies. The beverage menu features locally-sourced wines including a selection of Florence's own label, quality draft beers and organic root beer as well as classic Victorian-era cocktails.All three floors of the restaurant have been designed keeping historical accuracy in mind making Wayfare Tavern reminiscent of a Victorian parlor and an Edwardian men's club, where anything goes from black-tie to blue jeans. Pull up a stool to the Chef's Counter at the open kitchen and look on as Chef prepares your lunch or head to the Library and Billiard Room for a game of pool. Wayfare Tavern is a truly unparalleled dining experience translated from a century ago. Photo: John Lee.

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Daniel
San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great atmosphere and service. We liked most of the food, some dishes more than others. Our favorites were the Piquillos, Croquetas, and the Sangria to drink. The desserts all looked great and we enjoyed one but I don’t recall the name. We recommend and will be back.
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La MarchaPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Berkeley
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4.6
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TomVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •31 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent service, great cocktails and bar, and very good menu with interesting ingredients (pomegranates! Quince!)
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Revival Bar+KitchenPrice: Expensive• Californian• Berkeley
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4.5
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco Bay Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great cook friendly staff
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Hana Japan Steak & Seafood - BerkeleyPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Berkeley
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4.3
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Tim
San Francisco Bay Area •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Another great evening at one the best restaurants in the country. The consistently innovative menu with flavors and combinations from around the world but united by a Bay Area perspective always has great choices and is unfailing delicious. Great vibe and comfortable atmosphere starting with Nick at the front of the house to every member of the staff.
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Juanita & MaudePrice: Very Expensive• American• Albany
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4.8
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Betty
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
Everything we ate was delicious. The Beet Salad was well dressed and plentiful for two. The Short Ribs were tender and tasty - great comfort dish! The Lamb Kebabs and Couscous are my “go to favorite”. The Baklava w/Vanilla Ice Cream was “the right way to end a fantastic meal”! Our server was attentive (checked in on us regularly) and efficient. Wonderful dining experience!
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ZaytoonPrice: Moderate• Middle Eastern• Albany
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4.7

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24 restaurants available nearby

1. Juanita & Maude

2. La Marcha

3. Zaytoon

4. Revival Bar+Kitchen

5. Hana Japan Steak & Seafood - Berkeley

6. Kokkari Estiatorio

7. ACRE Kitchen and Bar

8. Original Joe's - San Francisco

9. Waterbar

10. Wayfare Tavern

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