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1. Atithi Restaurant

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$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • Orinda

Booked 1 time today

Atithi, meaning "guest" in Bengali, invites you to savor the vibrant flavors of authentic Bangladeshi cuisine in Orinda. This family-owned restaurant combines California-fresh ingredients with traditional Bangladeshi spices. Experience the warm hospitality of the Zayed family, whose passion for food is evident in every dish. Start with their signature Beef Tahri, a flavorful biryani with tender braised beef. For a creamy delight, try the Goat Rezala, a rich curry featuring succulent goat meat. Vegetarians will enjoy the Coconut Chicken Korma, a fragrant dish with chicken in a creamy coconut sauce. Atithi is dedicated to using the freshest, locally-sourced ingredients, with handcrafted spices imported from Bangladesh for added authenticity. Whether dining in or taking out, Atithi promises a memorable experience that transports your taste buds to the heart of Bangladesh. Come and discover the unique flavors that make Atithi special.

2. Shelby's Orinda

4.6

Exceptional(165)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary European • Orinda

Booked 5 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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3. La Piazza - Orinda

4.5

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$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Orinda

Booked 3 times today

With its cheerful exterior and warm and friendly setting, La Piazza in Orinda is a San Francisco Bay area gem. Offering the fun of an open kitchen, where pizzas, pastas, salads and desserts are prepared before your eyes, La Piazza is a perfect choice for dinner or a post-movie treat as it is directly across the street from the Orinda Theatre. A truly classic Italian menu includes pizza, antipasti, beautiful pasta dishes, heartier entrees and a stunning dessert list. In fact, many visit La Piazza for dolci along with a glass from their comprehensive wine list or excellent and authentic coffees.

4. Casa Orinda

4.8

Exceptional(2585)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Orinda

Booked 34 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.

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5. The Hideout Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(1716)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Lafayette

Booked 68 times today

The Hideout Kitchen is a Lafayette, family owned and operated restaurant that's best known for serving a seasonal menu of Californian comfort cuisine for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. The atmosphere of the restaurant provides a warm, yet upscale dining experience. Whether you're enjoying a leisurely brunch with friends or sharing a special dinner with loved ones, our friendly staff will make you feel right at home.

6. Reve

4.8

Exceptional(2615)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Lafayette

Booked 24 times today

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" 2017-2024Reservations available for 8 or less people until May.

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7. ACRE Kitchen and Bar

4.5

Awesome(726)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Oakland

Booked 50 times today

Right in the heart of Rockridge, Oakland, ACRE Kitchen & Bar is all about simple, seasonal food done right. Led by Chef Dirk Tolsma, we source from the best Northern California farms and purveyors to create dishes that are fresh, honest, and made to be shared.Our fresh ground brisket burger on a house-baked bun? A local favorite. The berbere-spiced fried chicken? Crispy, bold, and packed with flavor. Some dishes rotate with the seasons, but the commitment to great ingredients never changes.We work with FEED Sonoma Co-Op, Star Route Farms, Full Belly Farm, Monterey Fish, and Rocky’s Chicken to bring you the best of what’s local.Proudly awarded Gold for Best New Restaurant in the East Bay Express Best of the East Bay Awards, we’re here to serve up great food with a true taste of Northern California.*20% gratuity will be added to all parties 8 or more.

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8. Daughter Thai Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(203)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Thai • Oakland

Booked 11 times today

We are a Thai Food New Generation offering classic Thai Street dishes to regional comfort cooking from the Southern part of Thailand, our hometown. Our menu is cooked using fresh, organic ingredients; traditional and non-traditional dishes. Our beverage menu is carefully crafted to elevate your Thai experience. The menu was curated around our food menu and the ingredients. Let us transport you to Thailand!

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9. Limewood Bar & Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(2520)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Berkeley

Booked 62 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.

10. Locanda Positano

4.7

Exceptional(1409)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lafayette

Booked 33 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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JaimeVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •56 reviews
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Dined 1 day ago
Always An Excellent Experience. A Truely Classic Dining Experience.
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Casa OrindaPrice: Expensive• American• Orinda
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4.8
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LocalDiner
San Francisco Bay Area •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Enjoyed an awesome dinner with friends on the patio this evening ... Trevor was our wonderful server, very attentive and responsive. I loved my entree, Honey Fried Chicken ... a fav and it didn't disappoint! My friends loved their salmon entrees, salmon was moist and tender. Great evening, thank you HideOut!
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The Hideout KitchenPrice: Moderate• American• Lafayette
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RichardVIP
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5.0
Dined on Mar 16, 2025
Great food in a relaxed atmosphere. Also the best margaritas around
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Shelby's OrindaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary European• Orinda
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DavidVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •110 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 10, 2025
We have been frequenting this restaurant after viewing a film at the Orinda Theatre. We have found the service to be accommodating and the food delicious. I appreciate that they have many vegetarian choices in their soups and entrees. The noise level is usually moderate. It was energetic on this day because there was a large group watching the Super Bowl.
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La Piazza - OrindaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Orinda
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1. Atithi Restaurant

2. Shelby's Orinda

3. La Piazza - Orinda

4. Casa Orinda

5. The Hideout Kitchen

6. Reve

7. ACRE Kitchen and Bar

8. Daughter Thai Kitchen

9. Limewood Bar & Restaurant

10. Locanda Positano

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