Best Restaurants with a Fireplace in Orinda

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchGerman

Regions

East Bay

Neighborhoods

AlamedaBerkeleyLafayetteOaklandOrindaWalnut Creek

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

14 restaurants available nearby

1. Casa Orinda

4.7

Exceptional(2573)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Orinda

Booked 28 times today

Casa Orinda has been serving the finest Western and Italian food in the area for the past 84 years. We are famous for our fried chicken, prime beef, and classic Italian pasta, chicken, and veal dishes -- everything being made from scratch in our kitchen using only the freshest, highest quality ingredients. Our full service mahogany bar is a popular stop for locals and visitors looking for a nice refreshment and a hearty meal in a cozy, friendly atmosphere. We have three dining rooms, each with a slightly different character afforded by our hand-formed brass hearth fireplace, Western original art collection, famous antique gun collection, and alluring floral arrangements.

A photo of Julia's Restaurant restaurant

2. Julia's Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1694)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Berkeley

Booked 19 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.

A photo of The Park Bistro & Bar restaurant

3. The Park Bistro & Bar

4.3

Awesome(1823)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lafayette

Booked 21 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.

4. Agrodolce

4.4

Awesome(1460)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Berkeley

Booked 26 times today

From the family that brought you Trattoria La Siciliana—a fixture of Berkeley’s Elmwood district for the past twenty years—Agrodolce is a sister restaurant located in the heart of Berkeley’s Gourmet Ghetto. We are housed in a beautiful brick building that is equipped with a full bar and outdoor seating. Serving authentic Sicilian food, the type you’d only expect to find in the alleys of Palermo, Agrodolce features unique and truly authentic food.

5. Trabocco

4.8

Exceptional(3538)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Alameda

Booked 30 times today

Chef-owner, Giuseppe Naccarelli presents a seasonally inspired menu of classic Italian dishes with a modern twist, influenced by the cuisine of his native region of Abruzzo. A Trabocco is a unique fishing pier found along the Adriatic coast of Abruzzo. Architect and Designer Lev Weisbach of Weisbach Architecture|Design was inspired by the beautiful Trabocchi of Abruzzo when he created his spectacular design. With its reclaimed wood ceilings, dramatic copper encased fireplace, and modern bar Trabocco is warm and welcoming yet strikingly dramatic and modern.

A photo of Il Fornaio - Walnut Creek restaurant

6. Il Fornaio - Walnut Creek

4.2

Awesome(4240)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Walnut Creek

Booked 27 times today

Step inside Il Fornaio and take an award-winning culinary journey through Italy. Specialties include house made pastas, wood-fired pizza, grilled fish, authentic risotto, and rotisserie meats. Using the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking techniques, Il Fornaio offers a wide variety of premium-quality Italian food paired with great cocktails and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list.

7. Skates on the Bay

4.5

Awesome(7508)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Berkeley

Booked 58 times today

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.

8. Marzano

4.8

Exceptional(1066)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Oakland

Booked 19 times today

Just like the small family-owned trattorias of Italy, Marzano is simple, rustic, and generous in spirit. Executive Chef, Robert Holt, draws his inspiration from Southern-Italy, with an emphasis on wood-fired Neapolitan pizza.

A photo of three.one four pizzeria restaurant

9. three.one four pizzeria

4.6

Exceptional(195)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Berkeley

Booked 20 times today

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.

10. Babette

4.6

Exceptional(145)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Berkeley

Booked 14 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.

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CeliaV
San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
5.0
Dined today
I have been to the Park Bistro & Bar before, but tonight I was bringing a special guest with me. And like always, this place is just magnificent. the staff is just so kind and amiable, and you feel so welcomed. The food is outstanding! Everything about this place is perfection! I cannot wait to go back for another memorable experience!
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The Park Bistro & BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Lafayette
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4.3
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food, as always was fantastic. Our waitress, Greta, made our evening even better with her sincere dedication to her profession; you should most certainly dine here.
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TraboccoPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Alameda
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4.8
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DavidVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •25 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Good food and cocktails in a lovely, historic room.
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Julia's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• French• Berkeley
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4.7
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BeverlyVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Fried chicken is excellent! Many many menu items are the same.
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Casa OrindaPrice: Expensive• American• Orinda
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4.7
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RobinVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •43 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 6, 2025
We were running late for our reservation due to traffic. So I called in to order take out. Sam the manager had nonproblem to change our resvetation to take out. And the food was just as good, so hot we had to wait to eat it!
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AgrodolcePrice: Moderate• Italian• Berkeley
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4.4

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