The Best Restaurants in Bay Area

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

Bissap Baobab is a restaurant serving dinner nightly and a multi-cultural events venue hosting regular international dance & music Latin and Afrobeat events on Friday and Saturday nights. Stop by for a delicious meal and cocktail. Baobab's men... more

1 Upcoming events

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

Blondie's Bar

A classic bar and music venue in the Mission. Martinis served in a 16 oz. glass. Need we say more? Blondie's is one of the most diverse and popular bars in San Francisco, packing in up to 250 people on weekends. You will find an energetic and ecl... more

Bloom Eatery

We are a brand new, modern breakfast and lunch bistro, located in the heart of Santa Clara. Our goal is to take America's favorite breakfast and lunch dishes and provide new, unique and healthy plates. more

Blue Dot Cafe and Coffee Bar

Blue dot cafe and coffee bar was founded by James and Megan Hume to bring high quality food and beverages to the neighborhood. We are committed to great service. We want everyone, of all ages, to feel comfortable at our place. We want blue dot to be... more

Blue Fin Sushi

Traditional & Modern Fusion Dish including Japanese style pizza . Full Bar, Free Parking, Free Delivery. Voted Best sushi restaurant 2009 in San Francisco County by Kron 4 (Best of the Bay TV) more

Blue Front Cafe

Tasty breakfast / cafe, and Mediterranean food in a relaxed, cafe-style environment. more

Blue Line Pizza

The award-winning pizza from legendary SF-based Little Star Pizza is expanding throughout the Bay Area with a new name and look (but same great food). Blue Line Pizza is a neighborhood pizzeria that features tasty apps, organic salads, an assortm... more

Blue Mango

2009 BEST OF SILICON VALLEY Reader Survey Winner - First Place Best Asian Vegetarian Blue Mango isn't strictly a vegetarian restaurant, but that didn't stop Metro readers from singling out the Thai eatery for its meatless dishes like Panang... more

Blue Mermaid Chowder House & Bar

Six types of homemade chowders, steamed mussels and classic cioppino are prepared in an Earth-friendly fashion respectful of the Monterey Bay Aquarium's sustainable fisheries guidelines. Cuisine here is paired with a selection of wines, microbrew bee... more

UPCOMING EVENTS