Best Casual Restaurants in Walnut Creek

47 restaurants available nearby

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1. Rooftop - Walnut Creek

4.5

Price: Expensive

• American • Walnut Creek

Booked 35 times today

Rooftop in Walnut Creek offers a stunning view of Mt. Diablo while providing creatively prepared new American cuisine. Owners Jim and Jennifer Telford, along with partner and Executive Chef Justine Kelly offers guests a beautiful outdoor lounge for dining out with friends. Besides the picturesque surroundings that also showcases downtown Walnut Creek, Rooftop has a living wall with lush greenery and water features. Guests can feast on black cod wrapped in a banana leaf with pea shoots, lamb meatballs or other flavorful plates. Delicious desserts, fresh salads and bar bites will also satisfy the appetite. With mentions in publications like Diablo Magazine and California Home Design, Rooftop is a wonderful location for a business lunch or a romantic evening out with a date. It has a full bar and welcomes reservations.

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2. Melo's Italian Table

4.7

Exceptional(244)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Walnut Creek

Booked 24 times today

Chef John Paul Piccolo, studied culinary arts at the ICIF prestigious Castle of Costigliole d’Asti in Italy. He has now brought his expertise and passion for food to Walnut Creek. With his extensive knowledge of Italian cuisine, he has crafted a menu filled with delicious and authentic dishes that are sure to satisfy any palate. From homemade focaccia to mouthwatering pizzas, every bite is a taste of Italy. Whether you're craving a classic Margherita pizza, a gourmet salad or a hearty plate of lasagna, this new restaurant is the place to be for a truly memorable dining experience.

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3. Il Fornaio - Walnut Creek

4.6

Exceptional(4183)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Walnut Creek

Booked 38 times today

Step inside Il Fornaio and take an award-winning culinary journey through Italy. Specialties include house made pastas, wood-fired pizza, grilled fish, authentic risotto, and rotisserie meats. Using the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking techniques, Il Fornaio offers a wide variety of premium-quality Italian food paired with great cocktails and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list.

4. Fizz Walnut Creek

4.4

Awesome(32)

Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Walnut Creek

Booked 3 times today

FIZZ IS 21 & OVER ONLY!Experience the Sparkle of Fizz Walnut Creek – Your Destination for Champagne & Sparkling Wine!Discover Fizz Walnut Creek, the East Bay’s premier champagne bar and dining experience. Located in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek, Fizz offers a curated selection of luxury champagnes, sparkling wines, and expertly created champagne flights! Pair your drinks with our small plates, oysters, duck fat fries, cheese boards, caviar, and other items to enhance your champagne experience!Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, planning a romantic date night, or gathering with friends, Fizz provides a chic, vibrant atmosphere with options like our cozy heated patio, intimate private bubbles room, and full venue buyouts. Join us for exclusive events, wine club perks, and a dining experience that sparkles as much as the bubbles in your glass.Reserve your table on OpenTable today and let us add a little fizz to your evening!

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5. La Fontaine - Walnut Creek

4.7

Exceptional(670)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Walnut Creek

Booked 16 times today

La Fontaine combines French & Italian cuisine to present you with a vibrant menu that is made with local and seasonal ingredients. Our team strives to give you a sophisticated and unique experience every time you visit.

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6. Sauced BBQ & Spirits - Walnut Creek

4.1

Excellent(804)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • Walnut Creek

Booked 13 times today

We are so excited to have the opportunity to bring authentic BBQ to Northern California. Our goal at Sauced is to provide excellent food with unmatched southern charm and ambiance. Axe cages, crafted cocktails, 25 plus beers on tap, 200 whiskeys, bourbons, scotches or ryes and of course our award winning bbq will surely get you Sauced. For axe throwing reservations please visit www.saucedbbqandspirits.com.

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7. Galpao Gaucho - Walnut Creek

4.6

Exceptional(490)

Price: Very Expensive

• Brazilian Steakhouse • Walnut Creek

Booked 9 times today

Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse delivers an exquisite dining experience inspired by the rich Gaucho culture and culinary traditions of Southern Brazil. Galpão Gaucho’s rodizio experience offers an unparalleled dining experience, featuring 18 expertly grilled meats, including the new 24-karat Golden Steak™, paired with unlimited visits to an extensive 45-item gourmet salad bar.Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse, an authentic Brazilian dining experience.> THANKSGIVING 2024 - 11:30 AM - 8 PM Included in the rodizio (Thanksgiving Day only) we will also serve turkey and sweet potato casserole as part of the menu. No additional cost> HOLIDAY HOURS: CHRISTMAS EVE 2024 11:30 am - 9:00 pm, CHRISTMAS DAY 12 pm - 8 pm, NEW YEAR'S EVE 11:30 am - 9:00 pm, AND NEW YEAR'S DAY 12 pm - 8 pm

8. Burma Two

4.8

Exceptional(247)

Price: Moderate

• Burmese • Walnut Creek

Booked 17 times today

Burma 2 is a Burmese Restaurant with a Full Bar and Outdoor Patio serving Authentic Burmese Cuisine as well as Burmese Inspired Cocktails and Beers.With over 20 years of experience in Burmese Cuisine, our Chef offers some of the finest dishes prepared fresh daily for our guests. From our Traditional Tea Leaf Salad to our Burmese Shrimp and Basil and Dried Chili Beef, we will satisfy your palette and amaze your taste buds.

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9. 1515 Restaurant & Lounge

4.1

Excellent(833)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Walnut Creek

Booked 1 time today

1515 Restaurant & Lounge, your go-to spot for fresh and creative California cuisine in a relaxed, stylish setting. Whether you’re here for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch, we are ready for you.Kick off your meal with appetizers like seared jumbo habanero glazed scallops, calamari, fried ravioli or bruschetta. Dive into our award winning entree selections like fresh sea bass or salmon, a juicy grilled ribeye steak or lamb chops. Or try the seafood fettuccine, zesty chicken piccata, jambalaya penne pasta, hearty fresh salads, hot sandwiches, and delicious pizzas. These selections all go perfectly with our extensive wine list and crafted cocktails, Enjoy beautiful weather on our sunny patio or catch the game on one of our many TVs throughout the bar and dining areas. Planning a special event? Our private dining and banquet rooms are ideal for any occasion. Reach out to info@1515wc.com to book your spot. And for a taste of what’s happening, follow us on Instagram @1515_restaurant.

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10. OPA - Walnut Creek

3.9

Excellent(342)

Price: Very Expensive

• Greek • Walnut Creek

Booked 1 time today

At Opa! Walnut Creek we offer our guests a warm, inviting authentic Greek dining experience. We provide quality food and excellent service at an affordable price.Our menu includes traditional Greek dishes, such as, moussaka, gyros, souvlaki and baklava.From the bar, enjoy a glass of wine or one of our signature cocktails including The Grand Opa! Sangria, The Opa!tini or The Argonaut.We look forward to serving you at Opa!

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Jason
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Really love this place in the summer… but it was still really nice for a winter birthday celebration. Vibe and drinks were on point… first time having something other than starters and the entree was delicious.
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Rooftop - Walnut CreekPrice: Expensive• American• Walnut Creek
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4.5
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Randyvip
San Francisco Bay Area •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food was as always excellent. The attentiveness of the staff was good outside of some curious lapses in time when our waitress just seemed to disappear somewhere.
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La Fontaine - Walnut CreekPrice: Moderate• Italian• Walnut Creek
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4.7
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Debbie
San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had a great time. There was a little misunderstanding but the waiter corrected it to our satisfaction right away!
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Il Fornaio - Walnut CreekPrice: Moderate• Italian• Walnut Creek
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4.6
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 19, 2024
As always, I enjoyed my meal as did my guest! This is easily my 10th visit during the past year and have never been disappointed. I would recommend this restaurant without exception.
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Melo's Italian TablePrice: Expensive• Italian• Walnut Creek
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4.7
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Kailavip
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 9, 2024
Overall great. Champagne was amazing, food was delicious. Service was a bit slow
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Fizz Walnut CreekPrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• Walnut Creek
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4.4

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47 restaurants available nearby

1. Rooftop - Walnut Creek

2. Melo's Italian Table

3. Il Fornaio - Walnut Creek

4. Fizz Walnut Creek

5. La Fontaine - Walnut Creek

6. Sauced BBQ & Spirits - Walnut Creek

7. Galpao Gaucho - Walnut Creek

8. Burma Two

9. 1515 Restaurant & Lounge

10. OPA - Walnut Creek

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