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1. Elia - Walnut Creek
4.7
Exceptional(459)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • Walnut Creek
Booked 23 times today
At Elia, we create a memorable dining experience for your friends and family. Our authentic greek food in ambience settings will tend to take care of its name and quality.We look forward to serve you soon at our Pleasanton, Walnut Creek, San Carlos downtown locations.
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2. Montesacro Walnut Creek
4.8
Exceptional(515)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Walnut Creek
Booked 25 times today
Located in the heart of Walnut Creek, Montesacro introduces Pinsa and pays homage to Roman culinary traditions.
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3. Puesto Concord Veranda
4.4
Awesome(1109)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Mexican • Concord
Booked 13 times today
Owned and operated by a Mexican American family whose best memories all include tacos, Puesto is an award-winning Mexican Artisan Kitchen & Bar providing an innovative approach to authentic Mexican flavors. Puesto has garnered national acclaim for its Mexico City-style crispy melted cheese tacos, served on handmade non-GMO, organic, maíz azul stone-ground tortillas. In addition to tacos, offerings include a selection of fresh catch ceviches, guacamoles, starters and ensaladas, courtesy of Chef/Partner Luisteen Gonzales. The bar program showcases the best of Mexico City through the use of fresh ingredients in hand crafted cocktails and housemade Micheladas, tequilas, mezcals, Baja craft beers, and Valle de Guadalupe wines you can’t find elsewhere We’re honored to have been featured by media outlets nationally and internationally, some of which include National Geographic, Huffington Post, Refinery 29, MSN, Insider, Zagat, Eater, Food and Wine, and LA Times.
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4. Melo's Italian Table
4.7
Exceptional(320)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Walnut Creek
Booked 39 times today
Chef John Paul Piccolo, studied culinary arts at the ICIF prestigious Castle of Costigliole d’Asti in Italy. He has now brought his expertise and passion for food to Walnut Creek. With his extensive knowledge of Italian cuisine, he has crafted a menu filled with delicious and authentic dishes that are sure to satisfy any palate. From homemade focaccia to mouthwatering pizzas, every bite is a taste of Italy. Whether you're craving a classic Margherita pizza, a gourmet salad or a hearty plate of lasagna, this new restaurant is the place to be for a truly memorable dining experience.
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5. Telefèric Barcelona - Walnut Creek
4.6
Exceptional(3698)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Walnut Creek
Booked 67 times today
TELÈFERIC BARCELONA - WALNUT CREEK is an authentic Spanish restaurant. It's been praised for its 'authentic, high quality, and beyond delicious' food by reviewers. The chefs and mixologists are described as creative and innovative, and the restaurant serves up a delightful experience of Spanish culture and gastronomy. The staff is even noted as being mostly from Spain, adding to the authenticity.
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6. Il Fornaio - Walnut Creek
4.3
Awesome(4235)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Walnut Creek
Booked 29 times today
Step inside Il Fornaio and take an award-winning culinary journey through Italy. Specialties include house made pastas, wood-fired pizza, grilled fish, authentic risotto, and rotisserie meats. Using the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking techniques, Il Fornaio offers a wide variety of premium-quality Italian food paired with great cocktails and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list.
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7. Brasas Do Brazil Steakhouse
4.7
Exceptional(1799)
Price: Expensive
• Brazilian • Concord
Booked 35 times today
Welcome to Brasas Do Brazil – An Authentic Taste of Brazil!Experience the vibrant flavors of Brazil at Brasas Do Brazil, where tradition meets excellence. Our restaurant offers a true Brazilian steakhouse experience, featuring premium meats grilled over an open flame using natural charcoal – just like in Brazil.Enjoy our all-you-can-eat, fixed-price dining with continuous tableside service, as our skilled gauchos carve a variety of rotisserie-grilled meats right at your table. Your experience also includes unlimited access to our gourmet salad bar and hot bar, featuring a variety of traditional Brazilian side dishes.Looking to treat yourself? We offer a tempting selection of house-made desserts and a full bar with handcrafted cocktails, Brazilian favorites, and fine wines.At Brasas Do Brazil, exceptional food and attentive service are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to making your visit memorable.Reservations are highly recommended.
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8. Galpao Gaucho - Walnut Creek
4.6
Exceptional(523)
Price: Very Expensive
• Brazilian Steakhouse • Walnut Creek
Booked 17 times today
Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse delivers an exquisite dining experience inspired by the rich Gaucho culture and culinary traditions of Southern Brazil. Galpão Gaucho’s rodizio experience offers an unparalleled dining experience, featuring 18 unlimited selections from the grill, including the new 24-karat Golden Steak™, paired with unlimited visits to an extensive 45-item gourmet salad bar.Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse, an authentic Brazilian dining experience.
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9. Burma Two
4.5
Awesome(274)
Price: Moderate
• Burmese • Walnut Creek
Burma Two is a highly authentic Burmese restaurant, with over 20 years of experience in the cuisine. The chef offers a wide variety of fresh daily dishes like Traditional Tea Leaf Salad and Burmese Shrimp and Basil. The reviews affirm the authenticity of the food, with phrases like 'tasty and fresh' and 'not trying to be an Indian takeoff but unique dishes'. The restaurant's consistent high ratings for food and service further attest to its authenticity.
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10. Locanda Positano
4.6
Exceptional(1414)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Lafayette
Booked 26 times today
Locanda Positano is the real deal when it comes to Italian cuisine. Enzo Rosano, the chef, grew up in Naples, Italy, where his mother's cooking inspired his culinary journey. Reviews rave about the authenticity of the food, with one customer stating, 'This is just like visiting your favorite local restaurant, friendly and great food.' The restaurant's commitment to using fresh, high-quality ingredients also adds to its authenticity.
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