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1. Shelby's Orinda
4.6
Exceptional(164)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary European • Orinda
Booked 3 times today
Shelby's, in Orinda, crafts elevated and contemporary Continental and California fusion cuisine made with fine ingredients in its friendly and bright restaurant. The organic sweet potato chips with a mild chipotle dip and the breaded fried brie in a chipotle-strawberry glaze with warm baguette make most welcoming starter options. Some of Shelby's specialty entrée dishes include the slow-roasted Asian baby back ribs in a tangy marinade, the seafood paella with saffron rice, chicken, seafood and vegetables in a tasty broth and the black forest pizza topped with ham, bacon bits, cheese and caramelized onions. For a sweet end to your meal, the cold blueberry soup with vanilla ice cream won't steer you wrong.Shelby's also serves a fully organic breakfast, when you can indulge such plates as the California omelette with turkey, avocado, cheese and roasted fingerling potatoes and the croissant French toast with vanilla custard and strawberries.
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2. La Piazza - Orinda
4.4
Awesome(5)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Orinda
With its cheerful exterior and warm and friendly setting, La Piazza in Orinda is a San Francisco Bay area gem. Offering the fun of an open kitchen, where pizzas, pastas, salads and desserts are prepared before your eyes, La Piazza is a perfect choice for dinner or a post-movie treat as it is directly across the street from the Orinda Theatre. A truly classic Italian menu includes pizza, antipasti, beautiful pasta dishes, heartier entrees and a stunning dessert list. In fact, many visit La Piazza for dolci along with a glass from their comprehensive wine list or excellent and authentic coffees.
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3. ACRE Kitchen and Bar
4.5
Awesome(721)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Oakland
Booked 55 times today
Right in the heart of Rockridge, Oakland, ACRE Kitchen & Bar is all about simple, seasonal food done right. Led by Chef Dirk Tolsma, we source from the best Northern California farms and purveyors to create dishes that are fresh, honest, and made to be shared.Our fresh ground brisket burger on a house-baked bun? A local favorite. The berbere-spiced fried chicken? Crispy, bold, and packed with flavor. Some dishes rotate with the seasons, but the commitment to great ingredients never changes.We work with FEED Sonoma Co-Op, Star Route Farms, Full Belly Farm, Monterey Fish, and Rocky’s Chicken to bring you the best of what’s local.Proudly awarded Gold for Best New Restaurant in the East Bay Express Best of the East Bay Awards, we’re here to serve up great food with a true taste of Northern California.*20% gratuity will be added to all parties 8 or more.
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4. Limewood Bar & Restaurant
4.3
Awesome(2512)
Price: Expensive
• Unspecified • Berkeley
Booked 49 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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5. The Hideout Kitchen
4.6
Exceptional(1702)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lafayette
Booked 67 times today
The Hideout Kitchen is a Lafayette, family owned and operated restaurant that's best known for serving a seasonal menu of Californian comfort cuisine for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. The atmosphere of the restaurant provides a warm, yet upscale dining experience. Whether you're enjoying a leisurely brunch with friends or sharing a special dinner with loved ones, our friendly staff will make you feel right at home.
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6. Monk's Kettle
4.4
Awesome(55)
Price: Moderate
• American • Oakland
Booked 16 times today
The Monk’s Kettle is a neighborhood tavern in Oakland's Rockridge district offering upscale pub fare and a broad and balanced list of craft beers, ciders, small producer wines and more. At once a restaurant, a bar, a gathering place. The Monks Kettle is all of these, all the time, to all comers. A place where all are welcome, where the mission is simply to create a place people want to be.Named the Best Beer Bar in California. Named one of the best Burgers and Chicken Sandwiches in the region.
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7. A16 Rockridge
4.5
Awesome(2381)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Oakland
Booked 27 times today
A16 is an upscale casual restaurant with a focus on Southern Italian food and wines. The restaurant features wood oven-fired Neapolitan Pizza and other specialties of Campania.Take out and Delivery available at A16pizza.com from 5:00pm-9:00pm.Closed on Mondays. For information about reserving the Private Dining Room please call the restaurant at 510.768.8003
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8. donato&co.
4.7
Exceptional(1747)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Berkeley
Booked 21 times today
Rustic Italian cuisine w/ a contemporary twist, featuring house made pastas & locally sourced seafood & meats cooked over a live fire.
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9. Daughter Thai Kitchen
4.6
Exceptional(202)
Price: Moderate
• Thai • Oakland
Booked 11 times today
We are a Thai Food New Generation offering classic Thai Street dishes to regional comfort cooking from the Southern part of Thailand, our hometown. Our menu is cooked using fresh, organic ingredients; traditional and non-traditional dishes. Our beverage menu is carefully crafted to elevate your Thai experience. The menu was curated around our food menu and the ingredients. Let us transport you to Thailand!
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10. Rancho Cantina
4.8
Exceptional(59)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Lafayette
Booked 5 times today
Step into Rancho Cantina and experience California's culinary heritage. This vibrant restaurant celebrates the rich flavors of the Golden State, blending Spanish and Mexican traditions for an authentic dining experience. The warm atmosphere features reclaimed wood, leather-backed bar stools, and Mexican tiling, creating a cozy yet upscale vibe. The open kitchen and wood-fired grill let you witness the culinary artistry as tortillas are flipped and dishes are crafted with care. Rancho Cantina's menu offers unique dishes, many cooked over the wood-fired grill. From succulent house specials to flavorful Cantiña plates, there's something for everyone. Don't miss their signature Rancho Enchiladas, available with various fillings and sauces. Complete your visit with a refreshing margarita. Their drink menu includes local beers, imported bottles, a curated selection of wines, and rancho-inspired cocktails. Enjoy a Spicy Bandelero with Xicaru Mezcal or a classic Rancho Sour with Lunazul tequila. Whether for a romantic date or a casual meal, Rancho Cantina is the perfect choice.

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  • CatherineVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •20 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Wonderful birthday dinner and such a nice touch with the personal card.
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    ACRE Kitchen and BarPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Oakland
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    4.5
  • Nancy
    San Francisco Bay Area •49 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Salads and sandwiches very tasty. We had a very nice and accommodating waiter. Good lunch restaurant!
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    The Hideout KitchenPrice: Moderate• American• Lafayette
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    4.6
  • OpenTable Diner
    Houston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Mar 4, 2025
    As sheets, excellent food, service and menu. I’ll be back soon
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    Limewood Bar & RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• Berkeley
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    4.3
  • TomVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •25 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Feb 15, 2025
    Glad to be able to get a Valentine's Day reservation on fairly short notice. The service was friendly and welcoming. It was a busy night, and the server was honest about our not having time for dessert if we wanted to make our show. Too bad, because the desserts looked yummy and they have a great selection of after-dinner liqueurs (along with a great wine list). We had a salad and two entrees. Both were well conceived and presented. The salmon was cooked a little more than I requested but was still tasty. Overall a lovely Valentine's Day dinner!
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    Shelby's OrindaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary European• Orinda
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    4.6
  • DavidVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •110 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Feb 10, 2025
    We have been frequenting this restaurant after viewing a film at the Orinda Theatre. We have found the service to be accommodating and the food delicious. I appreciate that they have many vegetarian choices in their soups and entrees. The noise level is usually moderate. It was energetic on this day because there was a large group watching the Super Bowl.
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    La Piazza - OrindaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Orinda
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    4.4

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