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Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Walnut Creek

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A photo of Telefèric Barcelona - Walnut Creek restaurant
1. Telefèric Barcelona - Walnut Creek
4.6
Exceptional(3680)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Walnut Creek
Booked 75 times today
Telefèric Barcelona doors were first opened thirty years ago in Barcelona, Spain. Now, our passionate team has grown to include some of the world’s most creative and innovative chefs and mixologists, and are eager to share the Spanish culture and gastronomy with you. Come visit us for a degustation of the Best Spanish Tapas in the Bay, Innovative paellas, and refreshing hand-crafted cocktails. Dare to enjoy a fun and unique dining experience surrounded by a high-end European decor and lively ambiance.
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2. Shadowbrook Winery
4.7
Exceptional(574)
Price: Very Expensive
• Winery • Walnut Creek
Booked 6 times today
Shadowbrook Winery has become the East Bay’s most decorated winery with over 75 medals. Shadowbrook is a small production family-owned winery located in the foothills of Mt. Diablo. We offer a diverse selection of exceptional red wines, along with some fantastic white wine options. Whether you're looking for a wine tasting experience, a glass or bottle to enjoy, or even a variety of local beers on draft, we’ve got something for everyone. Pair it all with our excellent food menu for the perfect experience.We offer various seating options all with beautiful views of Mt. Diablo and our vineyards. There truly isn't a bad seat in the house! Most seating is outdoors to enjoy the scenery, with covered patios, shade, and umbrellas for warm days, plus heaters, a fireplace, and fire pits for cooler weather. We also offer indoor seating, though it does not have the same views. All seating is first-come, first-served. Please note we are reservation-only, so plan ahead!
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3. Parada Peruvian Kitchen
4.6
Exceptional(1426)
Price: Expensive
• Peruvian • Walnut Creek
Booked 13 times today
Parada Peruvian Kitchen is a gem in Walnut Creek. It's praised for its vibrant and flavorful Peruvian comfort food, with many reviewers lauding the food and service as 'outstanding', 'impeccable' and 'gracious'. It's also mentioned that the restaurant has a lively, intimate atmosphere and excellent service, making it a great place for families and friends to gather. It's definitely worth the drive!
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4. Barranco
4.6
Exceptional(1147)
Price: Moderate
• Peruvian • Lafayette
Booked 12 times today
Barranco is a warm, casual yet sophisticated, full-service restaurant serving modern Peruvian cuisine from Chef Carlos Altamirano made with high-quality and responsibly sourced ingredients. Inspired by the romantic seaside district of Barranco in Lima, Peru, Barranco is dedicated to creating an outstanding eating and drinking experience with a spirit that is laid-back and approachable.Inspired by its namesake, Barranco’s menu offers seafood, family-style tapas and a select number of main dishes. In addition to a ceviche bar, Barranco’s menu features bocaditos (small bites) such as Scallops Carlitos and Langostinos Crocantes (prawns), grilled anticuchos (meat skewers), pollo a la brasa (traditional Peruvian rotisserie chicken), classic Peruvian sandwiches, an assortment of delectable sides and, for dessert, Alfajores, the popular Latin-American artisanal cookies.Barranco’s beverage program features pisco, the traditional spirit of Peru.
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5. Tzunun
4.7
Exceptional(410)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • Pleasant Hill
Booked 2 times today
From sip to savor, T’zunun is committed to providing a Mexican culture based experience. With an eye for sustainability, T’zunun’s focus on unique artisan and local ingredients to create trend-setting modern Mexican plates. An experience marked by local and Mexican wines, organic hand crafted cocktails, perfectly paired with delicate yet approachable dishes.
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6. Blossom and Root Kitchen
4.8
Exceptional(176)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Danville
Booked 12 times today
Featuring plant based ingredients, elevated cooking techniques, a creative beverage list and a colorful ambiance with indoor and outdoor seating. Blossom & Root is the Tri-Valley dining destination for anyone curious about - or naturally inclined towards contemporary vegan fare with an "Eat Local" emphasis. Private dining is available. The pretty space is full of blue patterns and hues, with lots of plants (decorative and possibly edible). Featuring just as creative of a bar program as menu. Steven Diehl has elevated the bar program to match our eclectic menu by Chef Chris Johnson. Together the team puts out beautiful food and beverages not to be missed.
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7. Perle Wine Bar
4.6
Exceptional(171)
Price: Expensive
• French • Oakland
Booked 10 times today
Perle is a neighborhood wine bar, specializing in french-California focused cuisine. We strive to casually exceed our customer's expectations with interesting food options and a wine list that is varied and affordable. Two San Francisco restaurant personalities, Chef Rob Lam from Butterfly & Sommelier Marcus Garcia from Fleur de Lys decided to open a hip and comfortable wine lounge and restaurant loaded with great wines, spirits, craft cocktails and beer... In the small, quaint, Montclair village in the hills of Oakland. House specialties include caviar, oysters, mussels and other gems of the sea... classic fromage and charcuterie... to a burger considered one of Oakland's best! Currently in San Francisco Chronicle's Top French Restaurants!!!
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8. Locanda Ravello
4.6
Exceptional(832)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Danville
Booked 25 times today
An Amalfi Coast pizzeria in downtown Danville. Featuring Neopolitan pizza and pasta. Just drop by, we have a large dining area and roomy lounge. Reservations are accepted online and by phone for lunch, dinner is walk-ins only. Thank you!
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9. Aozora Japanese Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(576)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Danville
Booked 29 times today
Aozora Japanese Restaurant brings Danville the finest Japanese flavors and style. Enjoy our menu featuring delicious shared plates and entrees from the kitchen, beautifully crafted sushi rolls from the sushi bar, and enticing drinks from the bar.
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10. La Finestra Ristorante
4.8
Exceptional(469)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Moraga
Booked 6 times today
La Finestra Ristorante is Family Owned and Operated Sicilian, Italian Restaurant. La Finestra first opened it's doors to the community of Lamorinda on December 1999 in Lafayette, California, then moved to Moraga, California on October 2018.La Finestra offers an authentic Sicilian dishes with seafoods, pastas, poultry and meat. We Serve Lunch and Dinner daily, except on Mondays.Come and join us for live Piano played by Bob Athayde and his friends. Full Bar, Indoor and Outdoor seating, Private Banquet Room .......

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Discover best worth the drive restaurants in Walnut Creek

Discover exceptional dining experiences in Walnut Creek, a culinary hotspot in the San Francisco Bay Area's East Bay, where each restaurant is truly "worth the drive". This vibrant locale boasts a variety of dining establishments that cater to every palate, from smoky Southern barbecue delights to exquisite Northern Italian fare and vibrant Peruvian flavors. These restaurants are celebrated not only for their unique and flavorful dishes but also for their consistent quality, exceptional service, and inviting atmospheres. Patrons appreciate the attention to detail, from beautifully plated meals to an extensive selection of wines and spirits. Whether you're a local food enthusiast or a visitor exploring the East Bay, Walnut Creek offers a rich dining scene that promises a memorable gastronomic adventure. The area's commitment to quality and service makes it a must-visit for anyone looking for an outstanding dining experience.

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