Best Restaurants for Foodies in Kensington

33 restaurants available nearby

1. Juanita & Maude

4.8

Exceptional(1742)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Albany

Booked 16 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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2. ACRE Kitchen and Bar

4.6

Exceptional(622)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Oakland

Booked 45 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.

3. Akemi Berkeley

4.4

Awesome(476)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Berkeley

Booked 12 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.

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4. Study Hall Rooftop Lounge

4.4

Awesome(169)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Berkeley

Welcome to Study Hall! Located on the 12th floor. Indoor/outdoor dining with stunning views of the area. Beverage Centric - light food menu with Pacific, Oceana and Asian inspired appetizers, share plates and entrees

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5. Creekwood Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(967)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Berkeley

Booked 23 times today

Creekwood Restaurant, located at 3121 Sacramento Street, officially opened its doors on Friday, November 16, 2018. The location spans 1,700 square feet, seats 50 inside and 20 people on the patio and will feature a California – Italian menu. The atmosphere is cozy, warmly lit, with wood paneled walls and custom lighting. We serve brunch on Saturday and Sundays as well! “We are thrilled to be a neighborhood restaurant serving our community. We have a great pizza oven and create custom Neapolitan style pizzas. Diners should come hungry and ready to enjoy freshly made pasta, meatballs, steak, lamb, seafood, salads and house made desserts all of which feature seasonal ingredients. We also have a wide selection of wine, beer and espresso drinks."

6. Zaytoon

4.8

Exceptional(777)

Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • Albany

Booked 16 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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7. Revival Bar+Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(2772)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Berkeley

Booked 24 times today

Revival Bar+Kitchen is serving distinctive, locally sourced, farm-to table, snout-to tail, utterly delicious food for brunch and dinner. The full bar is mixing original, hand-crafted cocktails, and our bar menu is available to satisfy after-the-show appetites. The entire dining room is available for meetings and buy outs.

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8. Hana Japan Steak & Seafood - Berkeley

4.3

Awesome(409)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Berkeley

Booked 15 times today

Hana Japan Steakhouse in Berkeley California specializes in teppanyaki and hibachi cuisine. The menu features USDA Choice Black Angus beef, grilled seafood items as well as vegetarian options. Try the Hibachi Salmon for a tasty dinner, the popular New York Steak or our newly added House Dry Aged Rib-Eye. Dinner items are served with a salad featuring our special organic Hana dressing, house soup, steamed rice and seasonal vegetables. Hana Japan’s menu also serves a kid-friendly dishes. Serving the San Francisco Bay area since 1979, Hana Japan draws a local regular crowd and proudly serve during dinner hours. Diners get to enjoy special discounts on their birthdays when they visit with parties of four or more. We are now open for dinner seven days a week. Reservations are Highly Recommended.

9. donato&co.

4.5

Awesome(1697)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Berkeley

Booked 15 times today

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

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10. Millennium Oakland

4.6

Exceptional(1323)

Price: Expensive

• Vegan • Oakland

Booked 18 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.

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Phoebe
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Amazing food with perfect execution and creative vibrancy. Great service paired with warm ambience enhanced our experience even more. Our favorite was the grilled pork with braised savoy cabbage, chanterelles, and pear purée. Perfectly juicy and seasoned, paired with the right amount of sweetness, acidity, and umami. Churros were also the best and most unique ones. They were slightly custardy in the middle and served with a rich and sweet/savory miso caramel sauce.
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Juanita & MaudePrice: Very Expensive• American• Albany
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4.8
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Newfood4me
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Acre is an amazing restaurant. It’s a rare gem where the execution across the board is outstanding. It consistently delivers excellent food in a great atmosphere with top notch service. I’ve been for a casual night with friends to an anniversary dinner and it was perfect for both- a great time with fantastic food!
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ACRE Kitchen and BarPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Oakland
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4.6
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Cyndi
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great food, quiet and cozy ambiance. We will be back.
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Creekwood RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Berkeley
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4.7
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Ismail
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 16, 2024
It was an incredible experience thank you………………………..
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Study Hall Rooftop LoungePrice: Moderate• Californian• Berkeley
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4.4
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Antonella
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Aug 24, 2024
Great food and service! Glad to have Akemi in the neighborhood!
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Akemi BerkeleyPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Berkeley
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4.4

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33 restaurants available nearby

1. Juanita & Maude

2. ACRE Kitchen and Bar

3. Akemi Berkeley

4. Study Hall Rooftop Lounge

5. Creekwood Restaurant

6. Zaytoon

7. Revival Bar+Kitchen

8. Hana Japan Steak & Seafood - Berkeley

9. donato&co.

10. Millennium Oakland

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