Best Lunch Restaurants in Richmond

229 restaurants available nearby

1. La Marcha

4.6

Exceptional(1199)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Berkeley

Booked 25 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.

2. Skates on the Bay

4.6

Exceptional(7415)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Berkeley

Booked 65 times today

Skates on the Bay is a beautiful and historic waterfront gathering place for fresh seafood and unmatched views of the San Francisco Bay, offering lunch, brunch and dinner dining year-round. Originally opened in 1984 in the Berkeley Marina, the reimagined Skates on the Bay now boasts a modern and stunning decor, a new Raw Bar, elegant Private Dining Room and innovative local-driven menus.

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3. Biancoverde at Hotel Mac

4.6

Exceptional(243)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Richmond

Booked 7 times today

Italian cuisine from the heart & soul by Executive Chef Fabio Bucio

4. Assemble Kitchen

4.1

Excellent(331)

Price: Moderate

• American • Richmond

Booked 2 times today

Anchored within the historic Richmond Marina neighborhood, with perhaps the most beautiful and inclusive views in the Bay Area, Assemble Kitchen offers a casual and approachable experience with a hint of history that both roots you to the present and takes you back in time. Assemble Kitchen has been wowing its patrons since it opened in February 2013. Located next to the spectacular Craneway Pavilion and adjacent the Rosie the Riveter Visitor’s center, our stylish industrial décor complements our modern menu of “re-tooled American classics.”

5. Zaytoon

4.8

Exceptional(777)

Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • Albany

Booked 8 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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6. The Berkeley Boathouse

4.2

Awesome(558)

Price: Expensive

• American • Berkeley

Booked 7 times today

Enjoy a diversified and innovative menu prepared by our culinary team highlighting fresh, local ingredients paying tribute to purveyors from California and the Bay Area. With an emphasis on contemporary California cuisine, the Boathouse menu is inspired by the Berkeley waterfront offering the classic California dishes infused with global influences in an artful presentation to amuse your senses. Designed for sharing, our well-balanced menu consists of a selection of small plates, flatbreads, sides, composed salads, and main entrées.

7. Babette

4.8

Exceptional(124)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Berkeley

Booked 9 times today

At Babette, the husband and wife team of Joan Ellis and Patrick Hooker, are in the kitchen preparing each plate to ensure that their vision and taste profile are translated to each diner. The attention to detail are evident in not only the food they make but also the ambience they have created. The interior of the restaurant is natural brick and the couple have chosen a rich color palette of deep blues and greens for the walls. An elegant chandelier hangs over a natural wood backed booth providing both a cozy and elegant feel to the room. Outside on the spacious patio, a magnificent redwood tree provides natural shade to the built in seating area and plants are abundant creating a lush, garden setting. Live music Brunches, New York style Pizza, unique Entrees and our famous Sicilian Lemon Almond Pistachio Cake are just a taste of what you will find at Babette. Warm and knowledgeable staff will make you feel like part of the family.

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8. Marina Seafood Dockside Patio

4.3

Awesome(116)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Berkeley

Booked 3 times today

Located 5 min from the heart of Berkeley, and in the middle of the scenic Berkeley Marina waterfront, and right off I-580. With a large, spacious, and meter-free parking lot. Right next to Hana Japan.A warm and inviting waterfront seafood restaurant with plenty of delicious land meat options. Water-facing windows along the sit-down–covered–dining room invite bay views and a true oceanside patio feel. An attractive full bar for marina-adjacent snacking and sipping. Locally crafted beers, creative combinations, approachable and relaxed atmosphere with a focus on hospitality and an absolute commitment to quality.Ideal for date nights, meetups with friends, group parties, company corporate parties, and for delicious food with an amazing harborside view. UC Berkeley is just up the road, the Bay Bridge, and San Francisco is also a short skip away. Enjoy our fresh homemade pasta, fresh ingredients and an array of non-seafood options, we have dishes for everyone.

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9. three.one four pizzeria

4.5

Awesome(144)

Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Berkeley

Booked 16 times today

We are located in the historic Lalime's space in the Westbrae neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.Our intentions with three.one four was to create a dining experience that is so captivating, it transcends all others. Our menu features small bites, salads, and World Class rustic pies from acclaimed Chef Mario Vollera. We utilize high quality Italian cheeses and fresh local products in our food and our menu is partnered with a carefully curated wine list featuring an extensive by the glass offering. We believe that our elevated food paired with our warm, intuitive, yet unobtrusive service style will help make three.one four a buzz-worthy neighborhood destination for many years to come.

10. Akemi Berkeley

4.4

Awesome(476)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Berkeley

Booked 10 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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Randy
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Wonderful food and service. The salad was stellar; produce was very fresh. Everyone in our party of seven was happy with their meal.
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Biancoverde at Hotel MacPrice: Moderate• Italian• Richmond
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4.6
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Madeleinevip
San Francisco Bay Area •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
A wonderful Thanksgiving experience in. all respects! Delicious food, friendly staff, good service. Our outstanding server, Angelina, was kind and attentive to our needs. Other staff and hosts were courteous and went our of their way to help me feel important and comfortable. And all this happened in a crowded restaurant on a holiday evening! Wow!
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Skates on the BayPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Berkeley
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4.6
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David
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We went for a special occasion. The service was very attentive. The food was fantastic, especially the steak kabobs.
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ZaytoonPrice: Moderate• Middle Eastern• Albany
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4.8
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Barbara
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days 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
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4.6
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LisaV
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
4.0
Dined on Aug 2, 2024
food was great, and the view and ambience are unbeatable, and our server was very nice, but the service was extremely slow but I will go back again because they've just reopened under new management and they have a good menu as well.
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Assemble KitchenPrice: Moderate• American• Richmond
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4.1

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229 restaurants available nearby

1. La Marcha

2. Skates on the Bay

3. Biancoverde at Hotel Mac

4. Assemble Kitchen

5. Zaytoon

6. The Berkeley Boathouse

7. Babette

8. Marina Seafood Dockside Patio

9. three.one four pizzeria

10. Akemi Berkeley

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