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Kokkari Estiatorio
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.8(9,295)Financial District / Embarcadero - 2
House of Prime Rib
Price: Very Expensive•Steak•4.8(16,089)Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness - 3
Waterbar
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.6(11,081)Financial District / Embarcadero - 4
Elena's
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.6(711)Forest Hill / West Portal - 5
La Mar Cocina Peruana San Francisco
Price: Expensive•Peruvian•4.7(8,615)Financial District / Embarcadero
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Four Kings
Price: Moderate•Chinese•4.7(190)Chinatown - 2
State Bird Provisions
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.7(3,362)Western Addition - 3
STK - San Francisco
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4(1,416)Financial District / Embarcadero - 4
Dalida
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.7(1,104)Presidio - 5
Copra
Price: Very Expensive•Indian•4.7(49)Western Addition
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The Palm Court at RH San Francisco
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.8(1,885)Potrero Hill / Dogpatch - 2
Boulevard
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.8(9,164)Financial District / Embarcadero - 3
Octavia
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(2,693)Pacific Heights - 4
Gary Danko
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French / American•4.8(1,748)Fisherman's Wharf - 5
Lolinda
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.7(3,067)Mission District
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SAFFRON KITCHEN
Price: Expensive•Afghan•4.8(100)From Kabul to the mediteranean, at Saffron Kitchen we provide Afghan cuisine with a unique mediteranean flavors using herbs and spices along the silk-road region. Our recipes have stood the test of time for generations of home cooking. Our dumplings like Mantu and Ashak will remind of the ear east feasts while the various Kabobs of chicken, lamb, beef, and seafood are driven from the central asian recipes and spices. We offer an excellent vegetarian selection on our menu as well. To complement the food menu, we offer an excellent selection of premium wines, spirits, and many kinds of beer on tab.Ajanta Restaurant
Price: Moderate•Indian•4.8(1,110)Ajanta features regional dishes from all over India, offered through a menu that changes every month. We feature organic chicken and vegetables. When possible, we use local and sustainable products. All seafood is sustainable, obtained from Monterey Fish Market. All meats are hormone- and antibiotic-free.
Ajanta has been voted best Indian restaurant in the entire San Francisco Bay Area by Zagat Guide from 2009-2014. We were also voted best Indian restaurant in the Bay Area A-List contest from 2009-2011 and 2013. In addition, we have received top reviews in several publications, including the East Bay Express, Diablo Magazine, and the Contra Costa Times. We are also included in Michelin Guide.
Our elegant dining hall features art inspired from the famous Ajanta caves in India.
La Marcha
Price: Expensive•Spanish•4.6(1,297)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.three.one four pizzeria
Price: Expensive•Pizzeria•4.6(213)We are located in the historic Lalime's space in the Westbrae neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.
Our intentions with three.one four was to create a dining experience that is so captivating, it transcends all others. Our menu features small bites, salads, and World Class rustic pies from acclaimed Chef Mario Vollera. We utilize high quality Italian cheeses and fresh local products in our food and our menu is partnered with a carefully curated wine list featuring an extensive by the glass offering. We believe that our elevated food paired with our warm, intuitive, yet unobtrusive service style will help make three.one four a buzz-worthy neighborhood destination for many years to come.
Claremont Lobby Bar
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.4(38)The historic Claremont Lobby Lounge & Bar sets the tone for a sophisticated evening, serving up signature craft cocktails, light bites and a selection of local craft beer and wine. Join us after dinner for a nightcap, or gather with friends over a glass of champagne while you take in the sweeping San Francisco Bay views.Babette
Price: Expensive•Californian•4.7(156)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.
donato&co.
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.7(1,765)Rustic Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist,
featuring house made pastas & locally sourced seafood & meats.
Well-situated in Berkeley's lively Elmwood district, Donato & Co. offers rustic Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist.
Chef Donato Scotti has partnered with longtime friend Chef Gianluca Guglielmi to bring his third restaurant concept to the Bay Area.
Anchored by a warm and sophisticated setting with a natural and authentic Italian vibe, the dynamic menu reflects the chefs' culinary philosophies of using fresh, simple ingredients in inventive ways, drawing upon each region of Italy with a sensitivity only natives can express.Skates on the Bay
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.5(7,554)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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From verified diners like you
- PPeterSan Francisco Bay Area •33 reviews5.0Dined todayThe beef bourguignon was outstanding, the best I have had anywhere and the assortment of small dishes with flatbread was original and delicious. The Basque cheesecake was also wonderful.More infoRevival Bar+KitchenPrice: Expensive• Californian• Berkeley•4.4
- JJoanieSan Francisco Bay Area •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoGreat food, great service, and overall a great time with my party of 8. Will def be coming back for sureMore infoStudy Hall Rooftop LoungePrice: Moderate• Californian• Berkeley•4
- CCoriSan Francisco Bay Area •41 reviews5.0Dined on Apr 9, 2025Beautiful decor ,a luxurious setting inside an historic hotel. Delicious food, cooked to perfection and excellent presentation; reasonably priced for the quality and quantity of the food. Service is 5 star. We had amazing appetizers- a Mediterranean plate of Muhamarra, hummus, olives, cucumbers, delicious pita and crab cakes- best we’ve ever had! The chicken scallopini in a mouthwatering mushroom sauce, deliciously paired with tender broccolini and mashed potatoes. The grilled salmon sat on an incredible and creative bed of barley, minced with a variety of vegetables - a delight to the palate. This is now on our list of favorite restaurants and will be bringing many guests back to enjoy this fine cuisine .More infoZINOPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Berkeley•4.2
- NNancyVIPSan Francisco Bay Area •283 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 28, 2025Delicious food, charming and knowledgeable waitstaff and a relaxing vibe.More infoFish & Bird Sousaku IzakayaPrice: Expensive• Izakaya• Berkeley•4.2
- AAlanVIPSan Francisco Bay Area •66 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 14, 2025We went there for lunch. As it's wet outside, we picked a table inside. The sandwiches we ordered were excellent. Courteous and speedy service. It was a pleasant experience.More infoHeroic Italian - BerkeleyPrice: Moderate• Italian• Berkeley•4.5
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Dog friendly restaurants in Berkeley include Babette, Creekwood Restaurant and Study Hall Rooftop Lounge
Child friendly restaurants in Berkeley include Skates on the Bay, Babette and three.one four pizzeria
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