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1. Paradiso - San Leandro

4.7

Exceptional(1937)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • San Leandro

Booked 68 times today

Welcome to Paradiso! We are open daily from 11:30am to 9:00 pm (closing at 10:00pm on Friday & Saturday). Whether you are looking for a birthday, anniversary, romantic dinner for two, corporate event in our private dining room, or anything in between, your great experience is waiting for you. With our award winning Level 2 Wine Spectator list, craft cocktail program, and "everything made from scratch" menu, Paradiso's California inspired Italian seafood and steakhouse has been a crowd favorite for nearly three decades. By booking your anniversary with us on open table, you get a anniversary Gift Card, so come celebrate with us! We also have takeout and delivery available, please check our website for hours and details.

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2. Top Hatters Kitchen & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(621)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • San Leandro

Booked 16 times today

Top Hatters Kitchen and Bar is a modern neighborhood restaurant, that has secured a place on the SF Chronicle's top 100 list and has been honored with a Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition. We serve an eclectic mix of rustic made-from-scratch dishes, celebrating the wonderful textures that make up our neighborhoods. We offer a mingling of small and large plates, meant to be shared, always nuanced and inspired by what we harvest from our neighboring small farms. Our food is approachable, eschewing complicated names, and bohemian in spirit as we are nonconforming and unconventional—sophisticated only in the way we can weave different ethnic influences and ingredients together.

3. Horatio's

4.6

Exceptional(4019)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • San Leandro

Booked 37 times today

Come experience the romance and brilliance of a 200-year-old Royal Navy at this one-of-a-kind restaurant. You will be surrounded by handcrafted beams, authentic nautical artifacts, and amazed with a spectacular view over the bay. Docked at the San Leandro Marina, Horatio's has been serving classic and artfully prepared seafood, quality steaks, fresh salads and other delicious offerings since 1979.

4. Jo's Modern Thai

4.6

Exceptional(33)

Price: Expensive

• Thai • Oakland

Booked 18 times today

Jo's Modern Thai is a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant in Oakland's Laurel District.Born from the cultural exchange between Oakland native Kao Saelee and his wife Jo, Jo's Modern Thai embodies vibrant Thai flavors with a modern twist. The menu blends bold, balanced Thai dishes with creative, irreverent approaches. Highlights include smoky barbecue brisket drunken noodles and a laab-inspired pork burger, with customizable spice levels to suit all palates.Jo's celebrates the deep connections between food, culture, and community, reimagining traditional recipes with Thai and Californian flair. We prioritize thoughtful sourcing, partnering with local farmers and artisans to showcase the best seasonal ingredients. Our curated selection of wines and inventive craft cocktails further elevates the experience, inviting guests to savor the flavors of Thailand in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

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5. El Torito - San Leandro

4.3

Awesome(650)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • San Leandro

Booked 11 times today

The authority in great Mexican food for more than 65 years. Offering a memorable experience to make each guest feel like family.

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6. Black Angus Steakhouse - San Lorenzo

4.3

Awesome(2356)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • San Lorenzo

Booked 27 times today

WE’VE BEEN MASTERING OUR CRAFT SINCE 1964, so you could say we know a thing or two. Our cuts are aged at least 21 days, seasoned to excellence, expertly flame-grilled and served up just the way you like it. You’ve earned it. Whether you’re here to throw back a couple with old friends or trying to finish off the High Noon Feast on your own, there’s always a seat for you. So here’s to the nights you can’t remember and the steaks you won’t forget. To learn more visit www.blackangus.com

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7. CocoBreeze Caribbean Restaurant and Bakery

4.0

Excellent(3)

Price: Moderate

• Caribbean • Oakland

Authentic Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery. Our Executive Chef & Owner, Annabelle Goodridge is from the sweet islands of Trinidad and Tobago. Chef Ann skillfully crafts vibrant, nostalgic West Indian cuisine w/ a modern twist. Accompanied by her daughter Merissa Lyons, this dynamic duo bridges savory & sweet w/ tradition & modern tech to bring you a truly unique immersive Caribbean experience. We also feature freshly made Superfood Juices, a full Bakery, as well a variety of Vegan, Gluten-Free options, full service Catering and Event planning. Our clientele enjoys classic Caribbean cuisine, including but not limited to braised oxtails, jerk chicken, vegan fish, curry jackfruit, trini doubles, whole fried Escovitch, & Jamaican patties. Our restaurant attracts locals from all over California's Bay Area, as well as out-of-town visitors. We offer socially distanced outdoor dining, pick-up, and delivery. We also offer full-service Catering services. Taste the islands!

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8. Bardo Lounge & Supper Club

4.8

Exceptional(489)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Oakland

Booked 22 times today

Recommended in the MICHELIN Guide for California 2021-2023. Located in Oakland’s historic Grand Lake District, Bardo is a neighborhood lounge and restaurant inspired by the comfort and camaraderie of a mid-century dinner party. Drawing on the celebration and elegance of old school entertaining, we envisioned a space for friends and neighbors to enjoy amazing food, cocktails, conversation and great music. Our lounge is a swank living room, furnished with hand-picked finds from antique and vintage markets from Palm Springs to Portland. Our mezzanine dining room features a rotating menu of fresh, seasonal supper-fare with local and sustainably sourced meats, fish and produce. While we think the food, drinks and atmosphere are all great reasons to visit us, it’s the relationships with our friends, neighbors and guests that is the driving force behind Bardo.

9. Trabocco

4.7

Exceptional(3508)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Alameda

Booked 42 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.

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10. ACRE Kitchen and Bar

4.6

Exceptional(657)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Oakland

Booked 73 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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Rod
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Even though it was a busy Thursday night the staff was attentive and the service was prompt. The food was excellent. Parking can be a challenge as there is only a tiny lot and the street is busy, so best to get there early so you can find a spot
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Paradiso - San LeandroPrice: Expensive• Italian• San Leandro
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4.7
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Glenn
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
From the host to our server, Kristen, excellent service, made us feel at home, food was excellent.
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Horatio'sPrice: Moderate• Seafood• San Leandro
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4.6
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MelindaVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Service was excellent and the food was amazing. Loved the coconut cakes. Very flavorful, even the vegan ones we had. The curry was spicy but not over the top and very flavorful. Loved the eggplant but wish the portion size was a bit larger. We ended up ordering a 2nd one. The drunken noodles were tasty, and they offered to put the spicy chili's on the side for the milder side of our group. Overall delicious and nice ambience.
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Jo's Modern ThaiPrice: Expensive• Thai• Oakland
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4.6
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EdmundoVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We always enjoy our dinners at El Torito. They were having a special for chicken fajitas for 10.99 (normally around 20). Very good value and excellent service.
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El Torito - San LeandroPrice: Moderate• Mexican• San Leandro
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4.3
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RichardVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •24 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
My favorite neighborhood spot for dining. Food and service is always great and the menu changes so always something new to explore.
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Top Hatters Kitchen & BarPrice: Expensive• Global, International• San Leandro
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4.7

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1. Paradiso - San Leandro

2. Top Hatters Kitchen & Bar

3. Horatio's

4. Jo's Modern Thai

5. El Torito - San Leandro

6. Black Angus Steakhouse - San Lorenzo

7. CocoBreeze Caribbean Restaurant and Bakery

8. Bardo Lounge & Supper Club

9. Trabocco

10. ACRE Kitchen and Bar

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