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4.8
Exceptional(1740)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Albany
Booked 19 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.
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4.6
Exceptional(620)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Oakland
Booked 40 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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4.6
Exceptional(1199)
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.
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4.4
Awesome(2433)
Price: Expensive
• Unspecified • Berkeley
Booked 52 times today
Experience a vibrant, casual gathering place with bay view patio seating, showcasing regionally-sourced cuisine. A kitchen inspired by Bay Area artisans is complimented by a spirited bar offering house-crafted cocktails and a well-balanced wine list.
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4.7
Exceptional(1319)
Price: Expensive
• Vegan • Oakland
Booked 25 times today
Since 1994 Millennium has been committed to providing fresh, innovative vegan cuisine. Millennium offers globally inspired plant-based fare in an inviting fine dining setting. Working with small farms, our menu changes constantly to showcase the finest local, sustainable, and organic produce at its peak. Thoughtfully blending flavors from around the world with classic techniques, we create vibrant dishes that are exciting to diners of all kinds. Our bar features inventive cocktails highlighting our house-made infusions and fresh juices, as well as craft beers and an internationally recognized wine list.
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4.8
Exceptional(776)
Price: Moderate
• Middle Eastern • Albany
Booked 14 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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4.7
Exceptional(589)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Oakland
Booked 6 times today
Enoteca Molinari is an Italian restaurant & wine bar (with heated outdoor seating) that specializes in house-made pasta and Italian dishes using local and seasonal ingredients. Enjoy our all Italian wine list and don't forget to try some dessert.Please make sure to give us 24 hours of notice if you can't make your reservation. Thank you for your understanding!Grazie mille!
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4.4
Awesome(476)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Berkeley
Booked 4 times today
Opened in February 2015, AKEMI is the latest incarnation of miyuki on 1695 Solano Avenue in North Berkeley (Albany border) in the San Francisco Bay Area.Along with a revamped interior and exterior that includes salvaged wood and upgraded kitchen equipment, AKEMI features an updated menu spotlighting fresh ingredients and well-crafted flavors while retaining customer classics such as our sushi rolls. AKEMI is the new name we bestow upon the beauty that is good food with good people in a good place.For outdoor reservations please call the restaurant.
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4.6
Exceptional(2770)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Berkeley
Booked 22 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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4.8
Exceptional(1624)
Price: Expensive
• French • Berkeley
Booked 10 times today
Julia's Restaurant is a true neighborhood gem, located in the historic Berkeley City Club. Its French cuisine is creatively innovative, inspired by local and organic ingredients. It's not just about the food, but the experience. Reviewers rave about the 'superb food', 'lovely ambience', and 'excellent service' in a 'beautiful, peaceful Julia Morgan building'. The restaurant's unique blend of Julia Morgan's architectural design and French cuisine is a true Berkeley treasure.
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  • Barbara
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Still too noisy but delicious! I tried the lobster croquettes with the lemon curd aioli. Wonderful.
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    La MarchaPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Berkeley
    4.6
  • Dakari
    San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Loved it. The food was perfect. The Rockfish appetizer was my fave and the oysters. Service was excellent. Chef came out and spoke to several of the guests. Steak was perfectly cooked tender and juicy according to my husband. The sauce on my striped bass was phenomenal! Pricy but worth it!!
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    Limewood Bar & RestaurantPrice: Expensive• undefined• Berkeley
    4.4
  • OpenTable Diner
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We'd been wanting to return to for some time. One word: FANTASTIC! Millennium is a VERY hot spot and it can be challenging to get a reservation on a day and time that suits you if you don't plan far enough ahead of time. PLAN EARLY if you can. I had a day/time in mind but had to adjust a bit, but got a spot at a "High Top" (tall table with chairs). When we arrived, the Maître d' showed us where we were "scheduled" to sit. It was close to the front door on a breezy winter night. IF we were at the other end of this longish table, it might have been okay (not perfect). We asked the Maître d' IF there were any options. He reviewed the options and said he could place us in the patio or at the bar. We went to the patio, which is more or less sheltered, but not fully enclosed. There was ample heating (as far as I was concerned) but it didn't suit my wife. We went back to the Maître d' station and he reviewed the situation anew. A colleague reviewed options with him, and Voila.....we were fortunate to get a very nice table for two! Thank you Millennium and staff for taking the time to accommodate us! Stars for service: 5 Attentive but not intrusive - timing was perfect throughout Stars for Food: 5 Creative, sumptuous and plentiful Stars for Ambiance: 5 Comfortable, unpretentious, interesting I hope this review helps you decide if Millennium is a place you want to experience. - Graystroke
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    Millennium OaklandPrice: Expensive• Vegan• Oakland
    4.7
  • Birgit
    San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Very nice atmosphere and service. Food was good but not fabulous.
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    Juanita & MaudePrice: Very Expensive• American• Albany
    4.8
  • OpenTable Dinervip
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Excellent all around. Savory chanterelles with pasta dish went well with other starters. Drinks well described and delicious. Appreciate the flow of conversation enabled by the sound panels in the ceiling.
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    ACRE Kitchen and BarPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Oakland
    4.6
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