The Best Restaurants in Bay Area

Big Sur Lodge Restaurant

Not the most amazing food, you'll have to get up to Carmel if you want a better dining experience but the Big Sur Lodge Restaurant is super convenient; right at the entrance to Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park. more

Bill's Place

This all-American restaurant offers some of the best burgers in town. Real thick, potato cut fries are also a nice treat. The friendly service and chandeliers -- yes, really, a diner with chandeliers -- are also a clue of the unique nature that i... more

Bimbo's 365 Club

Bimbo's is one of the most intimate concert halls in the city.  The plush curtains, to the seating lend an aire of soffistication to the place; plus the musical acts that come through are usually first rate.   Here's a good read about how B... more

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Bini's Kitchen

Bini's Kitchen launched through food incubator La Cocina in 2012. Binita Pradhan, the owner and chef of Bini's Kitchen is a native of Kathmandu, Nepal. Her Nepalese counter-service restaurant is known for its momos with a signature spicy tomato cil... more

Birch & Rye

BIRCH & RYE presents a modern interpretation of Russian cuisine. Using premium and niche ingredients we reimagine Russian food through a California lens, with a unique take on traditional plates deconstructed. Featuring handcrafted infused vodkas. more

Bird and Bottle

A relatively recent addition to Santa Rosa’s dining scene, Bird and Bottle is a bit experimental, fun and innovative restaurant. The food is a hodgepodge of Asian, Jewish and Californian influences, resulting in dishes like Smoked Black Cod on... more

Birdsong

While much of the cooking at Birdsong is rooted in tradition (read: classical technique melded with cultural references to the Pacific Northwest), chef Chris Bleidorn goes beyond that marrying the natural habitat of the past with the present. Bleidor... more

Birk's

2009 BEST OF SILICON VALLEY Reader Survey Winner - Second Place Best Business Lunch Birk's is Silicon Valley's premier steak and chops house since 1989. They were voted "Best American Restaurant" by San Jose Mercury News in 2003. Designed by P... more

Birley Sandwiches

Birley’s is a sandwich café serves breakfast, lunch and we offer catering.   We use only the freshest organic field greens, seasonal vegetables, fresh fish and meats, cheeses from around the world, signature dressings and, of course... more

Biscuits & Blues

Biscuits and Blues has earned a reputation as one of America's premier blues venues.  We present top Blues acts nightly as well as a mix of other genres including Jazz, R&B, and Latin Jazz. And remember, our cabaret-style seating offers a "front... more

Bissap Baobab - Oakland

"We have been missing Oakland, and now since we have only Little Baobab in SF, we decided to reopen Oakland for the benefit of our East Bay community." Baobab's menu may seem to have a dearth of choices at first, but owner Marco Senghor, cousin of... more

Bistro 211

We at Bistro 211 believe that it is our mission to serve healthy, tasteful meals and it is our purpose to make it a joyful experience for both our customers and staff. We strive to offer the best locally grown, wholesome foods possible in a ple... more

Bistro Boudin at Fisherman’s Wharf

Located on the second floor of Boudin at the Wharf, Bistro Boudin offers an ideal place to enjoy a leisurely meal. Warm and inviting with beautiful dark wood accents, Bistro Boudin features a full service bar and spectacular views of the waterfront.... more

Bistro Burger

Great burgers, sandwiches, and salads. more

Bistro Burger

Great burgers, sandwiches, and salads. more

Bistro Clovis

A perennial Civic Center favorite serving classic French fare like rabbit pate, onion soup and tarte Tatin. Gallic aura and solid service help set the scene. -- Michael Bauer more

Bistro E Europe

Step into this charming, slightly cluttered Hungarian restaurant on most nights and find the tables packed with patrons, the din of live Eastern European music in the background, and gregarious owner Julia Pecak serving up dish after dish of her divi... more

Bistro Giovanni

A great Mediterranean restaurant open for dinner daily seven nights a week.  They feature a nice selection of dishes that are unique and authentic.   One of the best restaurants that has a bistro style and with a family atmosphere... more

Bistro Jeanty

One of the best little bistros I've been to, ever. You'll be amazed. The tomato soup is incredible. more

Bistro Luneta

Bistro Luneta’s mission is to promote Filipino flavors to mainstream America and elevate the cuisine to a more sophisticated level.  Breaking from the family-style tradition, Bistro Luneta recreates Filipino dishes into modern presentation... more

Bistro Moulin

Bistro Moulin is a delightful surprise of French cuisine that is the hot new place to eat for locals in PG and Monterey. The Chef and owner, Didier Dutertre is an expert at presenting the most exhuisite and delicious of French home cooking with his... more

Bistro SF Grill

Neighborhood gastro pub and wine bar with gourmet burgers, fish, vegan and vegetarian dishes serving local San Francisco brews on tap and an international selection of wines and beers, wine tastings, and special events. more

Bite Me Burger

Bite Room

Bite Room is the place where you will experience a new taste of sandwiches and smoothies with a premium and house-made ingredients. more

Bitters Bock & Rye

Bitters Bock & Rye is a unique BBQ restaurant and bar where you can enjoy everything from southern-style fried okra, house-smoked BBQ brisket, southern-style BBQ ribs, jalapeno margaritas (with house-smoked jalapeno-infused tequila), we brew b... more

Bittersweet Bistro

Recognized by locals as one of the top restaurants in Aptos and Santa Cruz County, Bittersweet Bistro offers an American Bistro Cuisine style dinner menu with Mediterranean influences. Outstanding dessert menu and an award-winning wine list are serve... more

Bix

Located in an alley on the edge of the Financial District and North Beach, Doug "Bix" Biederbeck runs one of the most loved supper clubs in the city. The decor is very 30s, the food is fine and the nightly jazz is electric. Bix is both lively and rom... more

Bizou

Cozy upscale French bistro with a delightful menu, fine selection of French and California wines, and a friendly staff. more

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

BJ's Brewhouse, since it opened in 2007, has quickly become a brewery institution in Cupertino known for decent prices and awesome beers. While at first glance this place may seem like a brewpub version of an Applebee's, the quality of food and selec... more

Black Angus Steakhouse

At Black Angus Steakhouse, the cuts are aged at least 21 days, seasoned to excellence, expertly flame-grilled and served up just the way you like it.    The restaurant pays homage to the Western cattle rancher, and offers the finest Certifi... more

Black Angus Steakhouse

Steakhouse. Black Angus Steakhouse in San Jose is an institution for quality steakhouse cuisine. This casual, family friendly restaurant is awash with the aromas of aged Black Angus steaks cooked over flame, and the menu satisfies diverse palate... more

Black Star Pirate BBQ

Tony Carracci -- "I Wanted to Create a Rustic, Handcrafted, Locally Grown, Organic experience in a unique space. When I met the good people of Point San Pablo Harbor it just all came together perfectly. This dining experience is like no other! Come g... more

Blackhawk Grille

The Blackhawk Grille combines warm accents with spectacular views of Water Park & the Diablo Valley. more

Blackhawk Plaza

Location: Corner of Camino Tassajara and Blackhawk Road in Danville Directions: Take Crow Canyon Road exit east off I-680 and go 4 miles to the intersection with Camino Tassajara. Continue on Crow Canyon (becomes Blackhawk Road) and make first r... more

Blackwood

Blackwood serves American breakfast every day with bottomless mimosas. They also have service for both brunch and lunch with Thai influence, and dinner is Thai fusion. The dining room features two fireside communal tables out front that give way to... more

Blend

Matt Corvi (Gravity and Velvet Lounge) has created a comfortable, Polynesian (Tiki style) lounge that features great mixed drinks and sweet chill sounds from DJs on given nights more

Blendz

A fresh and healthy quick service food choice. We offer Smoothies, Grilled Panini Sandwiches, Tossed-To-Order Salads and a selection of snack items. Indoor and covered outdoor seating is available. more

Blind Butcher

Blind Butcher features meaty main dishes, branzino, short ribs, lamb shanks, burgers and lobster mac and cheese. Vegetarian and vegan options will also be available. Appetizers will include charcuterie, cheese plates and fried oysters. Abik said pri... more

Blind Tiger Oakland

Delicious pan-Asian inspired tapas and gastropub fare in an bright, intimate room. HAPPY HOUR: FOOD + DRINK specials - Sun-Tue: 5pm-6pm & 10pm-12am / Wed-Sat: 5pm-6pm & 10pm-1am more

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