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1. Commis Dining Room
4.8
Exceptional(1223)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Oakland
Booked 7 times today
Commis in Oakland is a Two-Star Michelin rated fine dining restaurant by James Beard Foundation Nominated Chef James Syhabout that serves a multi-course Tasting Menu.Diners at Commis are invited to linger for 2.5 to 3 hours over an multi-course meal in a warm, comfortable and relaxing dining room appointed by glowing glass light pendants, dark furniture, bare walnut tables, dim lit candles and floral arrangements. Delivered by the attentive service staff and sommeliers, the cuisine of Commis showcases some of the best Northern California ingredients that are in season through modern and classic cooking techniques. The cuisine aims to bridge the flavors, textures and temperatures of the East and West with every course with the intention to excite and satisfy.
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2. donato&co.
4.7
Exceptional(1765)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Berkeley
Booked 22 times today
Rustic Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist,featuring house made pastas & locally sourced seafood & meats.Well-situated in Berkeley's lively Elmwood district, Donato & Co. offers rustic Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist.Chef Donato Scotti has partnered with longtime friend Chef Gianluca Guglielmi to bring his third restaurant concept to the Bay Area.Anchored by a warm and sophisticated setting with a natural and authentic Italian vibe, the dynamic menu reflects the chefs' culinary philosophies of using fresh, simple ingredients in inventive ways, drawing upon each region of Italy with a sensitivity only natives can express.
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3. Commis Bar
5.0
Exceptional(44)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Oakland
Booked 7 times today
With only 10 bar height chairs at the cocktail bar, the COMMIS BAR experience offers a fixed 4-course menu highlighting some the best seasonal Northern California ingredients through modern and classic cooking techniques. Diners at the bar are invited for 1.5 to 2 hours over the entire course of the meal with the shorter fixed menu compared to our full length DINING ROOM menu experience.
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4. Ajanta Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1109)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Berkeley
Booked 2 times today
Ajanta features regional dishes from all over India, offered through a menu that changes every month. We feature organic chicken and vegetables. When possible, we use local and sustainable products. All seafood is sustainable, obtained from Monterey Fish Market. All meats are hormone- and antibiotic-free. Ajanta has been voted best Indian restaurant in the entire San Francisco Bay Area by Zagat Guide from 2009-2014. We were also voted best Indian restaurant in the Bay Area A-List contest from 2009-2011 and 2013. In addition, we have received top reviews in several publications, including the East Bay Express, Diablo Magazine, and the Contra Costa Times. We are also included in Michelin Guide.Our elegant dining hall features art inspired from the famous Ajanta caves in India.
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5. Claremont Lobby Bar
4.4
Awesome(38)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Berkeley
The historic Claremont Lobby Lounge & Bar sets the tone for a sophisticated evening, serving up signature craft cocktails, light bites and a selection of local craft beer and wine. Join us after dinner for a nightcap, or gather with friends over a glass of champagne while you take in the sweeping San Francisco Bay views.
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6. Wine So Cru
4.8
Exceptional(3)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • Berkeley
Booked 1 time today
Wine So Cru is a wine merchant and lounge located in Berkeley. We offer a curated selection of wines from around the world. Enjoy wine by the glass in our relaxing lounge, or purchase a bottle to take home.Wine So Cru is owned and operated by Nu-Beer Putthongvilai, a Certified Sommelier. Nu-Beer loves sharing her passion for wine and strives to create a relaxing neighborhood hangout where friends can gather.We look forward to meeting you!
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7. BIX
4.7
Exceptional(5078)
Price: Expensive
• American • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 38 times today
An exceptionally stylish supper club, civilized speakeasy, a sophisticated saloon. Each of these "personae" is housed in a soaring two-story interior distinguished by a gently curving mahogany bar, fluted columns with ornate capitals, stunning original art, plush banquettes, cozy booths, starched linens, glittering glasses, and polished flatware. Overall, the ambiance is pure 1930's and 1940's - tasteful art moderne reminiscent of the glory days of Cunard and French Line ships. Fashionable and glamorous are the hallmarks. Trendy is simply not a part of the BIX culture. The clientele at BIX ranges from San Francisco movers-and-shakers to "savvy travelers" - owner Doug Biederbeck's term for the many diners in the know from out of town who patronize his establishment. All of them step from the featureless alley into another world - a world of superb cookery and libations, of sparkling service, of stylish nostalgia, of polished live jazz. That world is BIX.
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8. EPIC Steak
4.7
Exceptional(8248)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 82 times today
EPIC Steak is a unique addition to San Francisco’s culinary landscape. Led by acclaimed Executive Chef Parke Ulrich, renowned for his elegant treatment of seafood at Waterbar, Chef Ulrich utilizes similar techniques on meat, creating preparations with a focus on simplicity and flavor.
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9. Angler San Francisco
4.7
Exceptional(320)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 45 times today
Angler is a seafood-focused Saison Hospitality Group restaurant with one Michelin star on the Embarcadero waterfront, featuring views of our expansive wood burning hearth and the San Francisco Bay, where each dish is touched by fire and intended to be shared.Our sourcing is deliberate and our menus closely follow the seasons of Northern California. Chef de Cuisine, Joe Hou
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10. Wayfare Tavern
4.7
Exceptional(7885)
Price: Moderate
• American • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 90 times today
Chef Tyler Florence brings his passion for high quality and style to San Francisco with his new flagship restaurant, Wayfare Tavern. A classic San Francisco Tavern featuring authentic American dishes inspired by local cuisine at the turn of the 20th century, the menu ranges from classic comforts to rustic delicacies. The beverage menu features locally-sourced wines including a selection of Florence's own label, quality draft beers and organic root beer as well as classic Victorian-era cocktails.All three floors of the restaurant have been designed keeping historical accuracy in mind making Wayfare Tavern reminiscent of a Victorian parlor and an Edwardian men's club, where anything goes from black-tie to blue jeans. Pull up a stool to the Chef's Counter at the open kitchen and look on as Chef prepares your lunch or head to the Library and Billiard Room for a game of pool. Wayfare Tavern is a truly unparalleled dining experience translated from a century ago. Photo: John Lee.

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  • JamesVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •37 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Excellent pasta and specials keep the menu fresh. Last night we both had the prix fixe menu which was outstanding.
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    donato&co.Price: Expensive• Italian• Berkeley
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    4.7
  • josephVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •68 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The service and food are out of this world. Wine pairings are unexpected and perfection. While the sit down dinner is an experience, the bar seating is an excellent way to enjoy Commis without the many hours commitment. And the bartender is wonderful.
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    Commis BarPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Oakland
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    5
  • CatherineVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •65 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 14, 2025
    Consistently well prepared and delicious food. cordial servers. the owner is usually there and very welcoming. We go there about once a month - and have done for years.
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    Ajanta RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Indian• Berkeley
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    4.8
  • Franklyn
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 13, 2025
    From the beginning to the end I noticed that every employee knows the reason to be there: to serve and provide a high end quality service. The team really make you feel special. Little details as to walk you to the bathroom, explain the wine history before you drink and the intricate fabrication of the food. The postcard signed by the staff for my girlfriend birthday. Lot of details and they cover all. THANK YOU for ana amazing night.
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    Commis Dining RoomPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Oakland
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    4.8
  • Mackenzie
    San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 29, 2024
    We had a wonderful experience enjoying holiday tea at the Claremont Hotel. It is a pricey treat, but we really enjoyed every minute. The rainy day outside made the vibe even more cozy and comfortable. Food was lovely and enjoyable and varied. Tea was really magical! Hope to do again someday.
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    Claremont Lobby BarPrice: Very Expensive• American• Berkeley
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    4.4

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