The Best Restaurants in Bay Area

The Block

The Block Petaluma is a food park located in the heart of Downtown Petaluma. On weekends a rotation of food trucks come in. There is a large outdoor patio with communal fire pits and plenty of seating. There's also a climate controlled indoor area wi... more

The Blue Door

The Blue Door is not just another restaurant. We took great thought & pride into building an environment our guests could feel comfortable in. We believe that all ones senses must feel the soul of the restaurant in order to truly capture our esse... more

The Blue Light

The Blue Light Bar and Restaurant was opened in 1984 by legendary blues star Boz Scaggs. Combining delicious down-home meals with a Texas twang, a pumping bar, and great rock 'n roll... - citysearch.com The Blue Light has a full bar with food, pool... more

The Brass Door

Our menu features USDA Choice, Midwestern, Corn Fed Beef, fresh seafood, fresh pasta, spectacular soups and salads and daily "blue plate" specials. Prime Rib is our specialty. We are "the local meeting place" for business and social events in the Sa... more

The Brixton on 2nd

The Brixton San Francisco has opened the second location of its iconic, rock 'n roll inspired restaurant. The Brixton on 2nd is a full service restaurant with a lively bar and cafe and features two separate private dining rooms available for guests.... more

The Brixton on Union

The Brixton. A Welcome Refuge. Craft Beer and Specialty Cocktails. Scrumptious eats. A kick-drum backbeat. Whet your whistle and satisfy your food craving at The Brixton. Located in the heart of Cow Hollow. Dinner | Thursday -Sunday Brunch | Sa... more

The Bullshead

This classic little West Portal burger joint / American restaurant focuses on gourmet burgers (buffalo) and steaks. more

The Bungalow Kitchen by Michael Mina – Tiburon

Award-winning chef Michael Mina and hospitality veteran Brent Bolthouse first joint partnership in Southern and Northern California. The Bungalow Kitchen by Michael Mina is a new social dining experience and community clubhouse with two locations,... more

The Bywater

Founded by Andrew Burnham and David Kinch..., The Bywater celebrates the city where Kinch first learned how to cook. The menu features New Orleans-inspired dishes and southern staples like fried green tomatoes and po’boys, a raw bar, a list of... more

The Caprice

The Caprice is just as historic and fabled as the town of Tiburon itself. The restaurant was founded in 1956 by Kirby Atterbury, a Hemingway-esque bon vivant whose legendary antics and adventures were recounted so often that they became simply known... more

The Cats

Featuring the "Baron of BBQ" Paul Kirk's famous dry rub, The Cats Restaurant & Bar serves up the best BBQ in the Bay Area! Established in 1896, and originally a stop on the old stage line, The Cats roadhouse served as a weigh station for horse... more

The Cavalier

The Cavalier is a London inspired brasserie from Restaurateurs Anna Weinberg, James Nicholas and Chef Jennifer Puccio, owners and creators of the critically acclaimed San Francisco restaurants Marlowe and Park Tavern. more

The Chameleon Cafe

Free Wi-Fi Internet. Frequent art openings and music events. Please check out our menu at www.chameleoncafesf.com more

The Charter Oak

Charter Oak in St. Helena is another highly discussed new restaurant making the list. Charter Oak is a beautifully elegant restaurant set in an all brick building featuring a large wood-burning oven, from which they produce eclectic and almost fully... more

The Cheese Board Collective Pizzeria

People swear by it. Best pizza in the Bay Area (and the USA). The no meat pizzas are topped with organic and local ingredients whenever possible. Everything is made fresh daily. The menu is subject to change based on availability. But there's so... more

The Clubhouse Bistro

The Clubhouse Bistro is Foster City's hottest nightclub, cocktail lounge and bistro restaurant. Located in the San Mateo area at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, the Clubhouse radiates an upscale club atmosphere with a laid-back, Northern California party vib... more

The Corner

The Corner is a wine country destination in the heart of downtown Napa along the riverfront promenade. With a modern American menu by Chef Dustin Falcon, the cuisine is largely influenced by his Italian heritage, culinary training in French technique... more

The Counter

We're on a mission to challenge the way people think about burger places. We're about creative construction for delicious hamburgers yes, even the Impossible(TM) Burger!. We think life is about experiences. Trying stuff. Learning. Being Inventive.... more

The Counter - Santana Row

Santana Row just wouldn’t be complete without an upscale hamburger place and this is it. If the folks at Beverly Hills 90210 had bought out Mel’s Diner and revamped it with wines intended for hot dog relish, they might have wound up with... more

The County Bench Kitchen + Bar

At The County Bench Kitchen + Bar we draw inspiration from our local farmers, fisherman, wine makers, and brewers. We believe the best food comes from the best ingredients and that the best ingredients come from right here in our own backyard. In our... more

The Craftsman

Regional American comfort food. more

The Crepe House

This colorful and busy cafe serves crepes, sandwiches, omelets, and espresso drinks to young polk locals. Open windows and sidewalk tables make this place spacious and very pleasant for a casual visit. more

The Crow's Nest

Since 1969, The Crow's Nest Restaurant in Santa Cruz, California has featured award-winning food, spirits & live entertainment from one of the most spectacular waterfront views on the Monterey Bay. ~~~~~~~~~ One of the finest restaurants in San... more

The Dark Horse Inn

Specializing in local craft beer & Northern California wines served with great burgers, sandwiches & bar bites. Good for Families. more

The Den at Fourth Street Bowl

In the tradition of great bowling alley bars, the Den at Fourth Street Bowl welcomes one and all with cheap drinks, killer grub from the adjoining café and the dark, aged confines that constitute the best of dives. Between, or in lieu of, roun... more

The Douglas Room

The Douglas Room was founded by Mo Hodges and Brian Felley of famed Tenderloin watering hole, Benjamin Cooper. Central to the experience will be a high-energy, social bar scene, featuring a concise hand-crafted cocktail program with innovative season... more

The Drawing Board

The Drawing Board, situated in the heart of Historic Downtown Petaluma, is a seasonal New-American restaurant that emphasizes locally sourced ingredients and wholesome menu offerings. When you visit us, you are guests in our home, and we hospitably w... more

The Dream Inn

When you stay at Dream Inn Santa Cruz, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel in Santa Cruz, you'll be on the beach and minutes from Santa Cruz Wharf and Main Beach. This 4-star resort is within close proximity of Lighthouse Point Park and Santa Cruz Surfing... more

The Dutch Goose

Welcome to the home of The Dutch Goose in Menlo Park where we've been serving burgers, brews, and pizza to our loyal patrons since 1966. We take pride in our carved tables, peanut shells on the floor, signature deviled eggs, 8 plasma televisions, hea... more

The Farmers Union

This is an American tavern where we put everything we love into the mix. We have food you can't wait to take another bite of; old fashioned cocktails alongside some originals that you've never tasted before; over 52 craft beers on tap; and wines t... more

The Fat Lady Restaurant

The Fat Lady Restaurant is known as one of Oakland's finest lunch and dinner houses, located in a restored 1884 Victorian just off Jack London Square. The Fat Lady also offers accommodations for a private and semi-private banquet rooms. more

The Fine Mousse

We are a sparkling wine and french fry bar with other offerings, including seven-spiced brussels sprouts to local cheeses to little gems salads. Everything pairs well with bubbly! Your time at The Fine Mousse will be a unique experience that i... more

The Fire Pit Restaurant

American & Asian Cuisine, family friendly, full service or take out, beer & wine. Plus karaoke on Friday & Saturday, football on Sunday & Monday. more

The Fly Trap

The Flytrap restaurant is one of the oldest restaurants in San Francisco dating back to the late 1800's. Located in SoMa, just a few blocks away from the Moscone Center and Yerba Buena Center. We got our name over a hundred years ago because the owne... more

The Flying Falafel

Welcome to The Flying Falafel! Available 7 days a week at the Metreon's (4th & Mission) new indoor farmer's market, The Flying Falafel offers an all-you-can-eat salad bar to let your appetite roam free. Never fear, our thick whole wheat pita po... more

The Forge Pizza

Forge features wood-fired cooking specializing in Neapolitan-style pizza and American classics. All while using local, organic and seasonal ingredients.  Nearly 80 percent of the Forge’s menu items are prepared using the imported, Italia... more

The Fourth Bore

Steps away from the Orinda Bart Station in the heart of Orinda Theater Square. The Fourth Bore Tap Room and Grill is home to 28 local craft beers and All-American Cuisine with a twist. more

The French Laundry

Dining at the French Laundry is akin to attending a top-notch performance; it's a four-hour affair. Everything is orchestrated to give you the best possible experience. The setting is a lovely old rustic building that, while perfectly comfortable, in... more

The Front Porch

Nice and cozy, fried chicken waffles, bourbon pecan pie, brioche bread pudding, spicy shrimp and grits, fried pickles, to name just a few of the traditional southern dishes on the menu. more

The Garden Court at Palace Hotel

The Garden Court is spectacular, with its dome stained glass ceiling, shimmering crystal chandeliers, marble floors and a menu as elaborate as the gold leaf sconces and mirrored doors. The à la carte brunch highlights the unique, indigeno... more

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