Best Casual Restaurants in Albany

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1. Juanita & Maude

4.8

Exceptional(1740)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Albany

Booked 17 times today

An intimate neighborhood restaurant, Juanita & Maude features Chef Scott Eastman's personal take on American Cuisine. The daily changing menu highlights classic dishes including Michelin Guide's top 5 hamburger in California. His refined comfort food is matched with seasonal craft cocktails and an international wine list. Juanita & Maude's lively dining room or serene outdoor patio is the perfect spot for a night out, celebration or special occasion. Conveniently located near the corner of Solano and San Pablo Avenues.

2. Zaytoon

4.8

Exceptional(776)

Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • Albany

Booked 10 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.

3. Little Star Solano

4.5

Awesome(384)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Albany

Booked 3 times today

Since the early days of Little Star Pizza in San Francisco, we have taken enormous pride in serving our award-winning deep-dish and thin-crust pizzas. By offering organic salads, appetizers made from scratch, house-made dressings and sauces, oven-baked sandwiches, and fresh dough tossed daily, our once small pizzeria has blossomed into a dynamic neighborhood restaurant. Beyond dozens of signature dishes, our bar serves artisan cocktails, carefully selected wines, and beer in an elegant yet comfortable environment. Our commitment to our employees, community, schools, and local nonprofit organizations embodies who we are. We treat our guests like family, invest in our employees, and use responsible and high-quality ingredients to continue the Little Star legacy. Thank you for choosing to dine with us.

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4. ACRE Kitchen and Bar

4.6

Exceptional(620)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Oakland

Booked 35 times today

ACRE is an ingredient-driven menu of California/Mediterranean cuisine served witha welcoming, neighborhood approachability.*20% gratuity will be added to all parties 8 or more.

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5. Heroic Italian - Berkeley

4.5

Awesome(127)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Berkeley

Booked 2 times today

A unique artisanal Italian restaurant and wine bar in Downtown Berkeley. Located on a quite side street, our outdoor patio is a quiet refuge for those who want a Gourmet Casual experience. We balance the best imported Italian meats and cheeses with locally sourced produce and herbs. Our Italian and Californian wines pair perfectly with our Sandwiches, Pastas, Pizza and Salads.We use QR codes for Contact-less ordering and payment from the tables. We will bring food and wine to the table.

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6. Limewood Bar & Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(2433)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Berkeley

Booked 52 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.

7. Burdell

4.5

Awesome(133)

Price: Very Expensive

• Soul food • Oakland

Booked 10 times today

Burdell is a Soul Food restaurant in the Temescal neighborhood of Oakland from James Beard Finalist, Chef Geoff Davis.Named for and inspired by his maternal grandmother, Burdell, the restaurant reflects her love for well-set tables, entertaining guests, shared meals, and laughter. Burdell is centered on nostalgia, family recipes, thoughtful and sustainable sourcing, and the forgotten impact of Black farming, ranching, fishing, foraging, and culture on American cuisine and hospitality. The menu highlights farmers and artisans harvesting and creating excellent products around us. Paired with the food is a robust list of wine and beverages from producers around the World-focusing on wines that are farmed and crafted with care and sustainable practices.

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8. Millennium Oakland

4.7

Exceptional(1319)

Price: Expensive

• Vegan • Oakland

Booked 26 times today

Since 1994 Millennium has been committed to providing fresh, innovative vegan cuisine. Millennium offers globally inspired plant-based fare in an inviting fine dining setting. Working with small farms, our menu changes constantly to showcase the finest local, sustainable, and organic produce at its peak. Thoughtfully blending flavors from around the world with classic techniques, we create vibrant dishes that are exciting to diners of all kinds. Our bar features inventive cocktails highlighting our house-made infusions and fresh juices, as well as craft beers and an internationally recognized wine list.

9. donato&co.

4.6

Exceptional(1695)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Berkeley

Booked 25 times today

Rustic Italian cuisine w/ a contemporary twist, featuring house made pastas & locally sourced seafood & meats cooked over a live fire.

10. Babette

4.8

Exceptional(124)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Berkeley

Booked 2 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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Linda
Washington, D.C. Area •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We haven’t been in a while and it was jump’in and still delicious! Was able to snag a last min rez or we wouldn’t have gotten in, so that was lucky. Don’t come here, it makes it harder for us 🤣
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ZaytoonPrice: Moderate• Middle Eastern• Albany
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4.8
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Birgit
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Very nice atmosphere and service. Food was good but not fabulous.
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Juanita & MaudePrice: Very Expensive• American• Albany
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4.8
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San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Excellent all around. Savory chanterelles with pasta dish went well with other starters. Drinks well described and delicious. Appreciate the flow of conversation enabled by the sound panels in the ceiling.
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ACRE Kitchen and BarPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Oakland
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4.6
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Judi
San Francisco Bay Area •66 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
We come to Heroic Italian before seeing our play at Berkeley Rep and are always so glad we have chosen to eat here. The salads (this time we did the California Caprese salad - sooo good,, and enough for 2) are always hearty and original. The pinsas are a favorite -- we love the crispy crust and the fresh toppings. Serving is prompt and friendly. (and Berkely Rep patrons get a complimentary glass of Prosecco.). No wonder we keep returning!
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Heroic Italian - BerkeleyPrice: Moderate• Italian• Berkeley
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4.5
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Kristen
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined on Oct 1, 2024
I love finding great pizza spots! This place is great and their thin crust is superb.
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Little Star SolanoPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Albany
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4.5

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161 restaurants available nearby

1. Juanita & Maude

2. Zaytoon

3. Little Star Solano

4. ACRE Kitchen and Bar

5. Heroic Italian - Berkeley

6. Limewood Bar & Restaurant

7. Burdell

8. Millennium Oakland

9. donato&co.

10. Babette

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