Best Lunch Restaurants in Richmond

227 restaurants available nearby

1. La Marcha

4.6

Exceptional(1227)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Berkeley

Booked 32 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(7473)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Berkeley

Booked 40 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(259)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Richmond

Booked 8 times today

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

4. Assemble Kitchen

4.1

Excellent(331)

Price: Moderate

• American • Richmond

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

4.7

Exceptional(787)

Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • Albany

Booked 13 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

4.0

Excellent(571)

Price: Expensive

• American • Berkeley

Booked 5 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

4.7

Exceptional(129)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Berkeley

Booked 6 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. three.one four pizzeria

4.6

Exceptional(167)

Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Berkeley

Booked 18 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.

9. Akemi Berkeley

4.6

Exceptional(477)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Berkeley

Booked 4 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.

10. Ajanta Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1119)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Berkeley

Booked 3 times today

Ajanta features regional dishes from all over India, offered through a menu that changes every month. We feature organic chicken and vegetables. When possible, we use local and sustainable products. All seafood is sustainable, obtained from Monterey Fish Market. All meats are hormone- and antibiotic-free. Ajanta has been voted best Indian restaurant in the entire San Francisco Bay Area by Zagat Guide from 2009-2014. We were also voted best Indian restaurant in the Bay Area A-List contest from 2009-2011 and 2013. In addition, we have received top reviews in several publications, including the East Bay Express, Diablo Magazine, and the Contra Costa Times. We are also included in Michelin Guide.Our elegant dining hall features art inspired from the famous Ajanta caves in India.

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Daniel
San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
4.0
Dined today
Great atmosphere and service. We liked most of the food, some dishes more than others. Our favorites were the Piquillos, Croquetas, and the Sangria to drink. The desserts all looked great and we enjoyed one but I don’t recall the name. We recommend and will be back.
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La MarchaPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Berkeley
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4.6
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Karen
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We really enjoyed our lunch. We came in as a group for our holiday lunch and everything was fantastic! The food and drinks were great, the service was superb (thanks, Sean!), and it was so nice to have a lovely view for two hours and to not be rushed out. Thank you, Skates! We'll be back!
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Skates on the BayPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Berkeley
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4.6
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dorothy
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Nicely prepared food, arrived promptly and was very good. Staff was great
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Biancoverde at Hotel MacPrice: Moderate• Italian• Richmond
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4.6
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Betty
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
Everything we ate was delicious. The Beet Salad was well dressed and plentiful for two. The Short Ribs were tender and tasty - great comfort dish! The Lamb Kebabs and Couscous are my “go to favorite”. The Baklava w/Vanilla Ice Cream was “the right way to end a fantastic meal”! Our server was attentive (checked in on us regularly) and efficient. Wonderful dining experience!
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ZaytoonPrice: Moderate• Middle Eastern• Albany
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4.7
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LisaV
San Francisco Bay Area •5 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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227 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. three.one four pizzeria

9. Akemi Berkeley

10. Ajanta Restaurant

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