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1. Agrodolce
4.4
Awesome(1460)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Berkeley
Booked 25 times today
From the family that brought you Trattoria La Siciliana—a fixture of Berkeley’s Elmwood district for the past twenty years—Agrodolce is a sister restaurant located in the heart of Berkeley’s Gourmet Ghetto. We are housed in a beautiful brick building that is equipped with a full bar and outdoor seating. Serving authentic Sicilian food, the type you’d only expect to find in the alleys of Palermo, Agrodolce features unique and truly authentic food.
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2. donato&co.
4.7
Exceptional(1747)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Berkeley
Booked 39 times today
Rustic Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist,featuring house made pastas & locally sourced seafood & meats.Well-situated in Berkeley's lively Elmwood district, Donato & Co. offers rustic Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist.Chef Donato Scotti has partnered with longtime friend Chef Gianluca Guglielmi to bring his third restaurant concept to the Bay Area.Anchored by a warm and sophisticated setting with a natural and authentic Italian vibe, the dynamic menu reflects the chefs' culinary philosophies of using fresh, simple ingredients in inventive ways, drawing upon each region of Italy with a sensitivity only natives can express.
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3. Hong Kong East Ocean Seafood Restaurant - Emeryville
4.4
Awesome(110)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Emeryville
Booked 9 times today
Indulge in Asian cuisine next to a lovely view of the bay at Hong Kong East Ocean Seafood Restaurant. This restaurant is famous for its off-the-menu dimsum, lavish lunch specials and authentic Chinese recipes, served in spacious surrounds that include a scenic view of the Golden Gate Bridge. The seafood menu features savory dishes made with pacific lobster, large rock cod, Alaskan king crab and coral trout alongside others. The menu at Hong Kong East Ocean Seafood Restaurant also boasts beef, lamb, chicken and vegetable entrees alongside a nice range of dessert. The restaurant's open space and bustling ambiance make it a good pick for large group outings. Hong Kong East Ocean Seafood Restaurant also provides catering services that can be tailored towards different events, including graduations, birthday parties and weddings.
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4. Namastey Patio
4.6
Exceptional(56)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Oakland
Booked 4 times today
Namastey Patio Nepalese and Indian Cuisine is the best place to get authentic Nepalese and Indian food in Oakland, CA. Our professional staff provides a friendly and prompt service for a pleasant dining experience. We value our customers and strive to make your meal satisfying and fun. Our goal is to make sure that you have a memorable dining experience with your family and friends.People love our glass fenced beautiful patio and ambiance .
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5. The Saap Avenue
4.8
Exceptional(153)
Price: Moderate
• Laotian • Oakland
Booked 1 time today
Authentic Laotian Eatery. Elegant & Casual Dining Experience. Southeast Asian Inspired Cocktails. The Saap Avenue is a full bar and restaurant specializing in fresh traditional Laotian dishes such as Sai Aou (Lao Sausages), Thum Mak Hoong (Lao Papaya salad), and Ho Mok Pla (Steam Catfish in Banana leaves). Come in and enjoy our casual and elegant restaurant setting with lots of positive energetic vibes.
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6. Wayfare Tavern
4.6
Exceptional(7873)
Price: Moderate
• American • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 74 times today
Wayfare Tavern is a true American tavern in the heart of San Francisco, offering an authentic dining experience. Its menu, crafted by Chef Tyler Florence, features traditional American dishes and a selection of locally sourced wines. The restaurant's design, inspired by Victorian-era parlor and an Edwardian men's club, adds to its authenticity. Reviewers frequently mention the restaurant's 'well-executed' food, 'comfortable' ambience, and 'seamless' service. One reviewer even noted the vibe of the restaurant as 'classic'.
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7. The Parthenon
4.4
Awesome(88)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 17 times today
Welcome to The Parthenon, your gateway to the authentic flavors of Greece nestled in the heart of San Francisco. As a Mediterranean Wine Bar and Mezes, we offer a rich tapestry of Greek culinary delights that will transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed Greek islands.Our menu is a celebration of traditional Greek cuisine, with a contemporary twist.Pair your meal with a selection from our Mediterranean Wine Bar, and don't forget to save room for our delectable sides, including Greek Fries and Garlic Fries.
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8. 54 Mint
4.6
Exceptional(3444)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • SOMA
Booked 21 times today
54 Mint is a hidden gem in the heart of downtown San Francisco across from the old US Mint Building. We offer authentic Roman cuisine prepared only with fresh and seasonal ingredients. Our pastas, bread and desserts are made fresh in house on a daily basis. Our bar offers an extended variety of Italian wines, craft cocktails and high-end imported and local spirits.
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9. Reve
4.8
Exceptional(2607)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Lafayette
Booked 21 times today
RÊVE is not that snooty, splurge-on-your-anniversary kind of French restaurant. Au contraire.This is your classic, everyday neighborhood French bistro run by Chef Paul Magu-Lecugy & his wife, Laura. That kind of cozy little place you’d imagine in Saint Michel or Saint Germain. Not smack dab in the middle of the 'burbs. But lucky for you, that’s exactly where 5-star chef Paul Magu will be paying homage to the French comfort food that he fell in love with as a boy growing up in Paris. We’re talking authentic French onion soup. Steamed mussels. Steak frites. And don’t forget creme brulee… 2021 -2024 Michelin recognized Open Table "Diner's Choice" 2017-2024Reservations available for 8 or less people until May.
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10. Taksim
4.8
Exceptional(427)
Price: Expensive
• Turkish • SOMA
Booked 23 times today
Taksim offers an authentic Mediterranean dining experience, crafted with a modern approach. Reviewers have praised its 'authentic, scrumptious and flavorful' food, and its 'creative, beautifully presented' drinks. Its dedication to using the best ingredients and unique, playful take on classic dishes have made it a hit with customers. As one reviewer noted, it's 'true to the cuisine' and 'different and delicious'.
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  • Nancy
    San Francisco Bay Area •49 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Always enjoy their pasta but thought we would try their entrees. The lamb shank and the petrale soul were savory and presented well, though a bit more rich than we are accustomed to. The radicchio salad was very good and our desserts were great. Our waiter, Benjamin was really nice as was the maitre d’. A great neighborhood restaurant!
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    donato&co.Price: Expensive• Italian• Berkeley
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    4.7
  • GabrielaVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Best part: hot n sour soup--my husband called it a soul hug. The Chinese broccoli was still crunchy and tasty. The sesame balls were delicious. We also had the featured dessert -- sweet mung bean soup. The views are outstanding, the service impeccable and the music soothing. Will definitely return.
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    Hong Kong East Ocean Seafood Restaurant - EmeryvillePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Emeryville
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    4.4
  • RobinVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •43 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Mar 6, 2025
    We were running late for our reservation due to traffic. So I called in to order take out. Sam the manager had nonproblem to change our resvetation to take out. And the food was just as good, so hot we had to wait to eat it!
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    AgrodolcePrice: Moderate• Italian• Berkeley
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    4.4
  • David
    San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 15, 2025
    Delicious food and lots of food. The atmosphere is somewhat casual, so not quite a date night place but a terrific value.
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    The Saap AvenuePrice: Moderate• Laotian• Oakland
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    4.8
  • Karla
    San Francisco Bay Area •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 7, 2025
    The food was delicious and the service was attentive and welcoming. We were not sure what level of heat to ask for. We chose medium hot and it was too hot for some of us. So now we know to order mild next time. We will definitely be back.
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    Namastey PatioPrice: Moderate• Indian• Oakland
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    4.6
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