Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Orinda

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1. Shelby's

4.6

Exceptional(163)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary European • Orinda

Booked 3 times today

Shelby's, in Orinda, crafts elevated and contemporary Continental and California fusion cuisine made with fine ingredients in its friendly and bright restaurant. The organic sweet potato chips with a mild chipotle dip and the breaded fried brie in a chipotle-strawberry glaze with warm baguette make most welcoming starter options. Some of Shelby's specialty entrée dishes include the slow-roasted Asian baby back ribs in a tangy marinade, the seafood paella with saffron rice, chicken, seafood and vegetables in a tasty broth and the black forest pizza topped with ham, bacon bits, cheese and caramelized onions. For a sweet end to your meal, the cold blueberry soup with vanilla ice cream won't steer you wrong.Shelby's also serves a fully organic breakfast, when you can indulge such plates as the California omelette with turkey, avocado, cheese and roasted fingerling potatoes and the croissant French toast with vanilla custard and strawberries.

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2. ACRE Kitchen and Bar

4.6

Exceptional(652)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Oakland

Booked 61 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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3. Limewood Bar & Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(2462)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Berkeley

Booked 46 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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4. The Hideout Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(1629)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lafayette

Booked 89 times today

The Hideout Kitchen is a treasured neighborhood gem, loved for its Californian comfort cuisine, warm ambiance, and excellent service. As one reviewer put it, 'Neighborhood gem. Staff is excellent and food is delicious.' It's a place where friends gather for a leisurely brunch, or where families share a special dinner, all amidst a cozy, upscale dining experience.

5. Reve

4.9

Exceptional(2552)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Lafayette

Booked 11 times today

Indoor / Standard Table = dining room. Outdoor = Garden Tent / Patio. Starting October 29, 2024 seating will be in an enclosed heated garden tent. Fully outdoor garden is available by phone only 7 days in advance, weather permitting. Reservations available for 8 or less. To inquire about parties of 9-14 please call.RÊVE is not that snooty, splurge-on-your-anniversary kind of French restaurant. Au contraire.This is your classic, everyday neighborhood French bistro run by Chef Paul Magu-Lecugy & his wife, Laura. That kind of cozy little place you’d imagine in Saint Michel or Saint Germain. Not smack dab in the middle of the 'burbs. But lucky for you, that’s exactly where 5-star chef Paul Magu will be paying homage to the French comfort food that he fell in love with as a boy growing up in Paris. We’re talking authentic French onion soup. Steamed mussels. Steak frites. And don’t forget creme brulee… 2021 -2024 Michelin recognized Open Table "Diner's Choice" 2017-2024

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6. Millennium Oakland

4.6

Exceptional(1336)

Price: Expensive

• Vegan • Oakland

Booked 16 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.

7. Enoteca Molinari

4.7

Exceptional(594)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Oakland

Enoteca Molinari is an Italian restaurant & wine bar (with heated outdoor seating) that specializes in house-made pasta and Italian dishes using local and seasonal ingredients. Enjoy our all Italian wine list and don't forget to try some dessert.Please make sure to give us 24 hours of notice if you can't make your reservation. Thank you for your understanding!Grazie mille!

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8. The Park Bistro & Bar

4.4

Awesome(1785)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lafayette

Booked 49 times today

The Park Bistro & Bar showcases only the freshest, local and organically grown produce as well as naturally raised meats and line-caught fish. Executive Chef Rodrigo Alvarez has created an approachable, yet inventive menu, presenting a French twist on American fare. With a wholesome and earthy quality, many dishes elevate “comfort” food. Natural light from the romantic inner fountain courtyard, intimate alcoves, a large communal table and versatile private dining spaces. Rustic stone floors, natural wood tables, leather seating and an original art program create a warm and inviting, yet grand and inspiring, space that will create the most memorable dining experience in Lafayette. Reservations are for can be made for The Park Bistro or The Park Bar.

9. Locanda Positano

4.8

Exceptional(1368)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lafayette

Booked 40 times today

Enzo Rosano grew up in a town just outside of Naples, Italy. His fondest memories of his childhood are centered around his mother’s cooking and the spirited meals he shared with his eight siblings. Mama Carmela’s amazing cooking kept her children close to home throughout their childhood and young adulthood. Her culinary influence also played a role in Enzo’s decision to enroll in the Scuola Alberghieria Culinary and Hospitality program in Naples. Upon completion of his culinary training, Enzo landed a job as bartender at Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s Vong’s in London. Next was a stop as bar manager at The Berkeley Knightsbridge, a luxury property also in London. When he came to the Bay Area, his first stop was in Half Moon Bay where he helped open one of the town’s most popular restaurants, Mezza Luna, with family friend, Roberto Giovanni. At Caffe Riace,Enzo joined his brothers and worked alongside them as they made plans to open AquaPazza in San Mateo in 2008

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10. Revival Bar+Kitchen

4.5

Awesome(2787)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Berkeley

Booked 13 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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Leslie
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Superior Ambience. Great service. Magnificent views!
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Limewood Bar & RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• Berkeley
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4.3
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Leslie
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Acre never disappoints. This was no exception. There was a delay in the kitchen and food was taking longer than usual to come out. We barely noticed because we were with old friends catching up. But the manager came out and apologized and brought us a free appetizer and comped another round of drinks, so we were all good!
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ACRE Kitchen and BarPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Oakland
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4.6
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nancyVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Wonderful as usual. We went on Christmas Eve and sat outside in the tent. The tent area is quiet. The inside can become very lively. We had the halibut , the harvest dish and my go the puttanesca . All served in a timely manner with great service. I do miss the intimacy of the first restaurant. However, it is great to see them shine at this new place.
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The Hideout KitchenPrice: Moderate• American• Lafayette
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4.6
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T.G.
Tahoe / Reno Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
Reve is such a local gem. Excellent service, prompt and efficient. They nailed the moules frites and and scallop risotto. Very easy to make pretty good, it takes skill to make it sublime. A round of clicks for the chef!
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RevePrice: Very Expensive• French• Lafayette
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4.9
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Kevin
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
Great service and the owner was very attentive and helpful. Food was really good
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Shelby'sPrice: Moderate• Contemporary European• Orinda
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60 restaurants available nearby

1. Shelby's

2. ACRE Kitchen and Bar

3. Limewood Bar & Restaurant

4. The Hideout Kitchen

5. Reve

6. Millennium Oakland

7. Enoteca Molinari

8. The Park Bistro & Bar

9. Locanda Positano

10. Revival Bar+Kitchen

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