Best Family Style Restaurants in El Cerrito

28 restaurants available nearby

1. 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.

2. Agrodolce

4.3

Awesome(1435)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Berkeley

Booked 14 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.

3. 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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4. 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

5. China Live

4.7

Exceptional(3186)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Chinatown

Booked 86 times today

China Live, Eater's "Restaurant of the Year," features fresh, seasonal Chinese cuisine cooked from specialized stations that merge traditional Chinese and Western culinary equipment. Our main dining area, with views of our exhibition kitchens, plays centerpiece, appointed with chairs and tables all handcrafted in China from reclaimed Chinese elm. We also offer outside dining.

6. Burdell

4.5

Awesome(133)

Price: Very Expensive

• Soul food • Oakland

Booked 17 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.

7. Roses on Adeline

4.8

Exceptional(43)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Berkeley

Booked 8 times today

All guests must be 21+Where love for Food, Art & Community thrives. Seasonally driven bar food & cocktails with an emphasis on quality and freshness, beer, wine & great vibes too!Our menu features comforts & classics with a sprinkle of innovation and creativity. Fresh, seasonal, local California fusion.

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8. Bardo Lounge & Supper Club

4.8

Exceptional(481)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Oakland

Recommended in the MICHELIN Guide for California 2021-2023. Located in Oakland’s historic Grand Lake District, Bardo is a neighborhood lounge and restaurant inspired by the comfort and camaraderie of a mid-century dinner party. Drawing on the celebration and elegance of old school entertaining, we envisioned a space for friends and neighbors to enjoy amazing food, cocktails, conversation and great music. Our lounge is a swank living room, furnished with hand-picked finds from antique and vintage markets from Palm Springs to Portland. Our mezzanine dining room features a rotating menu of fresh, seasonal supper-fare with local and sustainably sourced meats, fish and produce. While we think the food, drinks and atmosphere are all great reasons to visit us, it’s the relationships with our friends, neighbors and guests that is the driving force behind Bardo.

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9. COQUETA - San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(3344)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 40 times today

Brought to you by Award Winning Chef Michael Chiarello and located at Pier 5 on the bustling San Francisco Waterfront, Coqueta is inspired by the cuisines of Spain. Chef Chiarello feels that Spain’s signature ‘small plates’ coupled with the social vibrancy of their dining scene is the perfect combination for San Francisco, which has its own deep-rooted history with the country. Focusing on regional dishes from Madrid, Catalonia, the Basque Country and beyond, the menu will feature Chiarello's interpretation of traditional Spanish cuisine and, as has always been his tradition, will highlight the bounty of fresh, local ingredients from land and sea.Coqueta means “flirt” or “infatuation” in Spanish, and represents Michael Chiarello and his team’s exploration and interpretation of Spanish Cuisine, wine and inspired cocktails, while highlighting the bounty of Northern California.

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10. The Empress by Boon

4.5

Awesome(1362)

Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Chinatown

Booked 29 times today

Empress by Boon is San Francisco’s newest, must-visit epicurean destination, offering a seasonal menu in modern Cantonese gastronomy. Michelin-starred Chef Ho Chee Boon applies traditional techniques to fresh, local ingredients to produce distinctive contemporary dishes infused with Cantonese flavors. The spacious restaurant occupies the former location of Chinatown’s celebrated Empress of China with striking city views. Reimagined by Chef Boon and team, the Empress was brought back to its former glory by embracing modern design elements while incorporating restored original features, creating a welcoming atmosphere that pays homage to the history of the beloved location.

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Quentinvip
Los Angeles •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
I thoroughly enjoyed China Live which provides a way cool ambiance over any San Francisco Chinatown I've been to. I would prefer a little more variety in the dimsum... and enjoyed their very cool way of presenting Peking Duck which is as effortless as a Cha siu bao. I am a fan of their way of doing Chinese fusion cuisine and will return again.
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China LivePrice: Moderate• Chinese• Chinatown
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4.7
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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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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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Adrienne
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We celebrated my daughter’s 21st birthday with a brunch. Twelve happy and well-fed people! We sat outside on the patio and enjoyed incredible food, a jazz ensemble, and a wonderful ambiance. We loved the ricotta pancakes, shrimp toast, and huevos rancheros. Everything was perfect!!
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BabettePrice: Expensive• Californian• Berkeley
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4.8
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Joevip
San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 18, 2024
The food, drinks, and service were excellent. We have always enjoyed Agrodolce
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AgrodolcePrice: Moderate• Italian• Berkeley
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4.3

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28 restaurants available nearby

1. Zaytoon

2. Agrodolce

3. Babette

4. Biancoverde at Hotel Mac

5. China Live

6. Burdell

7. Roses on Adeline

8. Bardo Lounge & Supper Club

9. COQUETA - San Francisco

10. The Empress by Boon

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