Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in East Bay

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Marina Bar and Grill

5.0

5 (41)

$30 and under

American

Discovery Bay

About the restaurant

Marina Bar and Grill is a trendy, casual restaurant and bar situated in Discovery Bay.
We take pride in serving community favorites with exceptional service and a friendly smile.
Our prime location at Discovery Bay Marina offers stunning waterfront views for you to enjoy along with your delicious meal and refreshing drink.
In addition to our extensive take-out menu, we also host parties, events, and all special occasions.
We invite you to come and enjoy an unforgettable time with us!

Top review

LynnVIP

Dined 6 days ago

I have so much FUN playing Singo Bingo with my friends.. great crowd, food and atmosphere….👍🏻

Shadowbrook Winery

4.9

4.9 (554)

$50 and over

Winery

Walnut Creek

About the restaurant

Shadowbrook Winery has become the East Bay’s most decorated winery with over 75 medals. Shadowbrook is a small production family-owned winery located in the foothills of Mt. Diablo. We offer a diverse selection of exceptional red wines, along with some fantastic white wine options. Whether you're looking for a wine tasting experience, a glass or bottle to enjoy, or even a variety of local beers on draft, we’ve got something for everyone. Pair it all with our excellent food menu for the perfect experience.
We offer various seating options all with beautiful views of Mt. Diablo and our vineyards. There truly isn't a bad seat in the house! Most seating is outdoors to enjoy the scenery, with covered patios, shade, and umbrellas for warm days, plus heaters, a fireplace, and fire pits for cooler weather. We also offer indoor seating, though it does not have the same views. All seating is first-come, first-served. Please note we are reservation-only, so plan ahead!

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SherriVIP

Dined on Dec 9, 2024

Always love spending time with friends at this beautiful venue. The crab dip was delicious and a must have!

Skates on the Bay

4.6

4.6 (7442)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Berkeley

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Dined 5 days ago

Skates on the Bay in Berkeley provided a delightful lunch experience today as I caught up with a dear friend. We started with the artichoke and crab dip, which was rich and creamy, featuring generous chunks of fresh crab. It was served warm with toasted baguette slices, making it perfect for sharing while we chatted. For my main course, I enjoyed the salmon sandwich, which was a true highlight. The salmon was flaky and moist, topped with creamy avocado and served on a toasted brioche bun. The presentation was impeccable, making it almost too pretty to eat! The service was attentive yet unobtrusive, with our server offering excellent recommendations. The restaurant's waterfront location provided stunning views of the San Francisco Bay, creating an inviting atmosphere for our leisurely lunch. Overall, my experience at Skates on the Bay was exceptional, combining fresh seafood, beautiful presentation, and attentive service—an ideal spot for enjoying great food with friends!

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4.5

4.5 (797)

$30 and under

Seafood

Benicia

About the restaurant

Sailor Jack’s is the top restaurant in Benicia for seafood served with California flair. Located on the scenic Carquinez Straits, our seasonally changing menu offers something for everyone at breakfast, lunch, weekend brunch and dinner. Named for author Jack London who lived nearby and loved the area, our menu is naturally complimented by a carefully curated selection of great wines and signature cocktails also available in our comfortable upstairs bar. Located in a historic (circa 1868) sea captain’s home, the waterfront view setting is unique in Contra Costa, offering two floors and several charming rooms (plus outdoor deck and patio) where you can enjoy an intimate date for 2, a meal out with friends, or a major family celebration.

Top review

kevin

Dined today

Excellent service Delicious food Great ambiance I will come back again & recommend to family & friends

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Popular dish

FISH & CHIPS

Popular dish

NEW ENGLAND STYLE CLAM CHOWDER

Popular dish

SEAFOOD GUMBO

Smith's Landing Seafood Grill

4.5

4.5 (645)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Antioch

About the restaurant

The Delta's quintessential waterfront dining experience. This iconic location in Historic Antioch is locally owned by community stewards who are passionately driven to ensure a special dining experience for our guests while enjoying incredible Delta views. Our menu features creative appetizers, savory steaks, inventive pasta dishes and we only source wild seafood- there is something for everyone.

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Gina

Dined 1 day ago

Great food, great service. Place was packed and still got served quickly.

Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine- Oakland

4.5

4.5 (196)

$31 to $50

Thai

Oakland

About the restaurant

Not your typical Thai! We are a Thai New Generation restaurant focusing on bringing you adventurous, bold flavors of traditional and non-traditional dishes using the freshest ingredients. Look out for our nightly specials from regional home cooked dishes to market fried grasshoppers. We are consistently voted the "Best Thai Restaurant" in San Francisco by Michelin Bib Gourmand 2016 - 2019. The Best Thai Restaurant. San Francisco, Oakland, Menlo Park, Berkeley and Portland.

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Angeline

Dined on Dec 8, 2024

We celebrated my husband’s 50th birthday with a group of 15, and the experience was fantastic. The management team ensured our reservations were seamless, maintaining clear and responsive communication throughout. They went above and beyond to accommodate our needs, providing space for both a wheelchair and a high chair. The service was exceptional—every server was polite, attentive, and prompt. The dishes were served in a timely manner and were absolutely delicious. We wouldn’t hesitate to return to this location again!

Limewood Bar & Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (2452)

$31 to $50

Unspecified

Berkeley

About the restaurant

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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Kristi

Dined 4 days ago

The service was fantastic! Unfortunately the place was very very noisy And we strained to hear each other talk. They tell me that new management is coming in and we very much hope they will put in carpets and acoustical tile so that we can enjoy this place much more.

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Experience

Heritage Dinner - New Year's Eve

Study Hall Rooftop Lounge

4.4

4.4 (169)

$30 and under

Californian

Berkeley

About the restaurant

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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Ismail

Dined on Nov 16, 2024

It was an incredible experience thank you………………………..

Marina Seafood Dockside Patio

4.4

4.4 (117)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Berkeley

About the restaurant

Located 5 min from the heart of Berkeley, and in the middle of the scenic Berkeley Marina waterfront, and right off I-580. With a large, spacious, and meter-free parking lot. Right next to Hana Japan.

A warm and inviting waterfront seafood restaurant with plenty of delicious land meat options. Water-facing windows along the sit-down–covered–dining room invite bay views and a true oceanside patio feel. An attractive full bar for marina-adjacent snacking and sipping. Locally crafted beers, creative combinations, approachable and relaxed atmosphere with a focus on hospitality and an absolute commitment to quality.

Ideal for date nights, meetups with friends, group parties, company corporate parties, and for delicious food with an amazing harborside view. UC Berkeley is just up the road, the Bay Bridge, and San Francisco is also a short skip away. Enjoy our fresh homemade pasta, fresh ingredients and an array of non-seafood options, we have dishes for everyone.

Top review

Julie

Dined on Dec 8, 2024

This is a lovely setting overlooking the Berkeley Marina boat basin. Very warm heat lamps with a nice sense of sheltered open air seating. Had tacos and shrimp with grits. Very tasty

The Grill at Wente Vineyards

3.8

3.8 (304)

$31 to $50

American

Livermore

About the restaurant

The Grill offers a great place to relax and enjoy a glass of wine with the exceptional view of the 18th green and surrounding vineyards. We are now open for reservations 7 days a week. We will be going Cashless on November 1, 2023.

Current menu favorites:

DIP TRIO: ARTICHOKE DIP / ROASTED RED PEPPER FETA / LEMON AND GARLIC HUMMUS

DR. PEPPER RIBS

VINYARD APPLE SALAD

PIMENTO SMASH BURGER

LOBSTER GRILLED CHEESE

Current Breakfast Menu:
-Breakfast Plate
-Breakfast Burrito
-Breakfast Sandwich
-Buttermilk Pancakes
-Steak and eggs plate

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Jean

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

Great service and excellent place to have a business lunch! We will definitely come back. The view of the golf course was beautiful. We did wine tasting at the tasting room so we didn’t order wine.

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