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1. La Marcha
4.6
Exceptional(1254)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Berkeley
Booked 35 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.
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2. Flores Emeryville
4.4
Awesome(49)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Emeryville
Booked 10 times today
Flores is a three-time Michelin Bib Gourmand winning restaurant serving up hyperlocal Mexican food from across the country. From the Gulf to the Pacific, we bring the heart and soul of Mexico to your table through our favorite family recipes. Flores serves up traditional Mexican cuisine in a relaxed and vibrant setting that transports you to the beachside resorts of Mexico. Our bar features more than 50 rare and small-batch tequilas and mezcals, which we serve in handcrafted margaritas and creative cocktails.4% surcharge will be added to all guest checks for employee benefit, including health insurance, commuter benefit, sick days, and minimum wage ordinance.
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3. Skates on the Bay
4.5
Awesome(7494)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Berkeley
Booked 88 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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4. Popoca
4.8
Exceptional(41)
Price: Moderate
• Latin American • Oakland
Booked 11 times today
Popoca is a Salvadoran-inspired restaurant in the heart of Oakland. Popoca means “to emit smoke” in Nawat, the language of native people of El Salvador who stoked wood fires to prepare food over a comal for their families. Revered as more than just a means of cooking, smoke represents a prayer or offering to the spirits.Popoca is a mix of heritage and play. Our food is driven by preserving past, creating something new and uniquely Oakland. After years of pop-ups, Popoca has its own digs in the Old Oakland neighborhood, where the pupusas, chicken with fermented pineapple sauce, and other Cali-Salvadoran specialties are happily devoured.
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5. Juanita & Maude
4.9
Exceptional(1774)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Albany
Booked 11 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.
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6. Yoshi's Oakland
4.7
Exceptional(8349)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Oakland
Booked 54 times today
Yoshi's has served Japan's best traditional dishes to Bay Area patrons since 1972. The menu highlights artfully arranged sushi, fresh grilled seafood, classic Japanese dishes, and vegetarian fare. Patrons can kick off their shoes in the traditional Japanese tatami seating or dine at tables. Expert sushi chefs create sushi and sashimi to order either in the restaurant or in the jazz house. Start the evening in the cocktail lounge before dinner or have a nightcap after taking in a show in the jazz house.
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7. Hong Kong East Ocean Seafood Restaurant - Emeryville
4.3
Awesome(106)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Emeryville
Booked 14 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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8. A16 Rockridge
4.4
Awesome(2377)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Oakland
Booked 13 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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9. MUA
4.4
Awesome(1394)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Oakland
Booked 12 times today
MUA is known for its open atmosphere, eclectic décor, art events and, of course, its delicious food. Ideal for large parties or intimate gatherings, the spacious dining room creates a relaxed, casual vibe for guests to enjoy their meals. A large selection of wines, cocktails and beers make MUA a great spot for an evening out with friends. Family owned and run Mua was one of the first restaurants to open in what was then Auto Row in Oakland, in 2008. After their first 2 restaurants, Pastoral in Berkeley (first opened in 1982 while still students, 37 in the architecture program at Cal and San-Ju painting at SFAI) then later Soizic (Jack London Square, 1996), they wanted to shift gears from heavily curated menus to more comfort-based fare catering more to the eclectic and artistic community in Oakland. Today you’ll find people of all ages and backgrounds, from Too Short to Jerry Brown.
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10. ZINO
4.3
Awesome(415)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Berkeley
Booked 7 times today
A Modern Mediterranean Restaurant and Bar located in the heart of Downtown Berkeley. ZINO features a rotating menu of cuisines, complemented by a modern cocktail program infused with Mediterranean flavors and spices. ZINO is a gathering place for people of the community to socialize, celebrate, and share in the unique flavors of one of the most diverse regions of the world.Vegetarian menu available.For Parties of 9 or more, please contact the restaurant directly.

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