Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Berkeley

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1. Commis Dining Room

4.8

Exceptional(1232)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Oakland

Booked 13 times today

Commis in Oakland is a Two-Star Michelin rated fine dining restaurant by James Beard Foundation Nominated Chef James Syhabout that serves a multi-course Tasting Menu.Diners at Commis are invited to linger for 2.5 to 3 hours over an multi-course meal in a warm, comfortable and relaxing dining room appointed by glowing glass light pendants, dark furniture, bare walnut tables, dim lit candles and floral arrangements. Delivered by the attentive service staff and sommeliers, the cuisine of Commis showcases some of the best Northern California ingredients that are in season through modern and classic cooking techniques. The cuisine aims to bridge the flavors, textures and temperatures of the East and West with every course with the intention to excite and satisfy.

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2. Limewood Bar & Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(2473)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Berkeley

Booked 42 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.

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3. Julia's Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1650)

Price: Expensive

• French • Berkeley

Booked 26 times today

Teatime Tuesdays | 12pm-2pmIndoor DiningLunchWednesday - Saturday | 12pm-2pmDinnerTuesday-Saturday | 5pm-7:45pmLocated on the second floor of the Berkeley City Club, a Julia Morgan Historic Hotel, Julia's boasts a beautiful over-sized fireplace, and ornate details true to Morgan's iconic Moorish Gothic architectural design.Julia's offers an innovative, creative, contemporary approach to your dining experience and is inspired by local, organic, and seasonal ingredients. Our diverse wine list complements our menu featuring wines carefully selected from regions around the world.

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4. Millennium Oakland

4.7

Exceptional(1342)

Price: Expensive

• Vegan • Oakland

Booked 23 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.

5. Juanita & Maude

4.8

Exceptional(1758)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Albany

Booked 32 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.

6. donato&co.

4.5

Awesome(1719)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Berkeley

Booked 38 times today

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

7. A16 Rockridge

4.4

Awesome(2368)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Oakland

Booked 44 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

8. Babette

4.7

Exceptional(130)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Berkeley

Booked 20 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.

9. Mago

4.8

Exceptional(80)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Latin • Oakland

Booked 11 times today

Mägo is a family owned and operated fine dining restaurant from Chef Mark Liberman. We offer an exciting tasting menu cooked over wood fire, offering our take on Contemporary Colombian fare, anchored in an understanding of using Northern California ingredients, simple flavors in bold combinations.Our tasting menu focuses on ingredients that are at their most peak in deliciousness .This usually means produce that is in season, which in turn means they are their most flavorful, which is one of the reasons why we change our menu daily. In order to ensure the proper planning of your evening, please allow for 2.5 hours.We also offer an a la carte dining experience at our bar that is available for walk in guests.The restaurant’s informal atmosphere features an open kitchen surrounded by intimate tables, outdoor heated garden patio and chefs counter seating. From the warm greeting you receive upon entering until your final goodbye, we invite you to feel at home.

10. 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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PatVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •37 reviews
5.0
Dined today
What a great experience! We loved the architecture & history of the building. The server was very knowledgeable about the menu and had great suggestions! The food quality was delicious.
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Julia's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• French• Berkeley
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4.8
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Elena
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Millennium is an exceptional restaurant. The prices are so reasonable for the truly amazing food. Everything is special and delicious and so lovely. Millennium is a must go restaurant!
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Millennium OaklandPrice: Expensive• Vegan• Oakland
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4.7
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Jane
San Francisco Bay Area •30 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent service from gentleman on the outdoor patio (which is mostly covered and has good heating). Food is not only creative, but it’s delicious (not always true with “creative” food). It is expensive so will be an occasional, not a regular, spot for me.
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Juanita & MaudePrice: Very Expensive• American• Albany
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4.8
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Gordon
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
My wife and I dine out in the Bay Area very frequently. The service here was outstanding some of the best we’ve experienced ever.
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Limewood Bar & RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• Berkeley
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4.3
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Ganna
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 22, 2024
We were back to Commis after 8 years and it did not disappoint! Great, state of art food! We will definitely be back again, hopefully sooner!
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Commis Dining RoomPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Oakland
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4.8

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65 restaurants available nearby

1. Commis Dining Room

2. Limewood Bar & Restaurant

3. Julia's Restaurant

4. Millennium Oakland

5. Juanita & Maude

6. donato&co.

7. A16 Rockridge

8. Babette

9. Mago

10. Zaytoon

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