Best Cosy Restaurants in San Leandro

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29 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Top Hatters Kitchen & Bar restaurant

1. Top Hatters Kitchen & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(639)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Global, International • San Leandro

Booked 22 times today

Top Hatters Kitchen and Bar is a modern neighborhood restaurant, that has secured a place on the SF Chronicle's top 100 list and has been honored with a Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition. We serve an eclectic mix of rustic made-from-scratch dishes, celebrating the wonderful textures that make up our neighborhoods. We offer a mingling of small and large plates, meant to be shared, always nuanced and inspired by what we harvest from our neighboring small farms. Our food is approachable, eschewing complicated names, and bohemian in spirit as we are nonconforming and unconventional—sophisticated only in the way we can weave different ethnic influences and ingredients together.

2. Marzano

4.8

Exceptional(1066)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • Oakland

Booked 19 times today

Just like the small family-owned trattorias of Italy, Marzano is simple, rustic, and generous in spirit. Executive Chef, Robert Holt, draws his inspiration from Southern-Italy, with an emphasis on wood-fired Neapolitan pizza.

3. Popoca

4.8

Exceptional(52)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Oakland

Booked 16 times today

Popoca is a Salvadoran-inspired restaurant in the heart of Oakland. Popoca means “to emit smoke” in Nawat, the language of native people of El Salvador who stoked wood fires to prepare food over a comal for their families. Revered as more than just a means of cooking, smoke represents a prayer or offering to the spirits.Popoca is a mix of heritage and play. Our food is driven by preserving past, creating something new and uniquely Oakland. After years of pop-ups, Popoca has its own digs in the Old Oakland neighborhood, where the pupusas, chicken with fermented pineapple sauce, and other Cali-Salvadoran specialties are happily devoured.

4. The Peach

4.4

Awesome(27)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Oakland

Booked 14 times today

We are a joyful, feel-good restaurant: The Peach, a vibrant all-day brunch spot at the historic Lakeshore Ave brought to you by the award-winning team behind Jo’s Modern Thai. The Peach reimagines your favorite American brunch classics with bold Asian twists, like Curry Shrimp Congee (a fresh take on shrimp and grits) and Smash Fried Chicken and Pancakes.Our team provides warm, welcoming hospitality in a variety of unique settings—whether you’re dining in our cozy indoor dining room, soaking up the sun on our peach-hued patio, or hosting a special gathering in our tiger wallpapered private dining room.Come experience The Peach for yourself—where brunch meets creativity and every visit feels like a celebration.

5. Pierre Pierre

4.4

Awesome(166)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Oakland

Booked 34 times today

“Indulge in the Timeless Charms of the South at Our Steakhouse!Welcome to a haven of southern hospitality and exquisite dining. Nestled in the heart of Oakland California’s Tribune Tower, Pierre Pierre invites you to savor the rich flavors and warmth of the South. Immerse yourself in a rustic ambiance, where wooden accents and cozy lighting create an inviting atmosphere.Our menu boasts a symphony of flavors, highlighted by expertly grilled steaks infused with authentic southern spices, ensuring each bite is a savory delight. Complemented by classic southern sides like mashed potatoes, sweet potato soufflé & collard greens every dish celebrates culinary heritage.At Pierre Pierre, we take pride in not only serving exceptional cuisine but also in providing an unforgettable dining experience. Whether it’s a special occasion or a gathering with loved ones, join us at Pierre Pierre to experience southern charm, impeccable flavors, and the finest in steakhouse dining.”

6. A16 Rockridge

4.5

Awesome(2381)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Italian • Oakland

Booked 24 times today

A16 is an upscale casual restaurant with a focus on Southern Italian food and wines. The restaurant features wood oven-fired Neapolitan Pizza and other specialties of Campania.Take out and Delivery available at A16pizza.com from 5:00pm-9:00pm.Closed on Mondays. For information about reserving the Private Dining Room please call the restaurant at 510.768.8003

7. Monk's Kettle

4.4

Awesome(56)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• American • Oakland

Booked 20 times today

The Monk’s Kettle is a neighborhood tavern in Oakland's Rockridge district offering upscale pub fare and a broad and balanced list of craft beers, ciders, small producer wines and more. At once a restaurant, a bar, a gathering place. The Monks Kettle is all of these, all the time, to all comers. A place where all are welcome, where the mission is simply to create a place people want to be.Named the Best Beer Bar in California. Named one of the best Burgers and Chicken Sandwiches in the region.

8. Alley & Vine

4.2

Awesome(783)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Alameda

Booked 1 time today

Alley & Vine showcases the California bounty - beautiful produce, pristine seafood, livestock raised with care. Each cocktail is hand-crafted with a reverence for season and quality. The wine list is one of the most preeminent in Alameda, featuring both domestic & international options.But most of all, Alley & Vine is a warm, welcoming place to enjoy yourself and the company of those you care about. Our team is a family and we want to care for you & yours.

9. Jo's Modern Thai

4.7

Exceptional(48)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Thai • Oakland

Booked 16 times today

Jo's Modern Thai is a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant in Oakland's Laurel District.Born from the cultural exchange between Oakland native Kao Saelee and his wife Jo, Jo's Modern Thai embodies vibrant Thai flavors with a modern twist. The menu blends bold, balanced Thai dishes with creative, irreverent approaches. Highlights include smoky barbecue brisket drunken noodles and a laab-inspired pork burger, with customizable spice levels to suit all palates.Jo's celebrates the deep connections between food, culture, and community, reimagining traditional recipes with Thai and Californian flair. We prioritize thoughtful sourcing, partnering with local farmers and artisans to showcase the best seasonal ingredients. Our curated selection of wines and inventive craft cocktails further elevates the experience, inviting guests to savor the flavors of Thailand in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

A photo of Bellanico Restaurant and Wine Bar restaurant

10. Bellanico Restaurant and Wine Bar

4.7

Exceptional(2082)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • Oakland

Booked 8 times today

Bellanico Restaurant & Wine Bar saves some tables for walk-ins, please call Bellanico directly for large party reservations. Bellanico is a continuation of Chris Shepherd & Elizabeth Frumusa’s successful restaurant in San Francisco, Aperto in Potrero Hill. Bellanico is a neighborhood restaurant located in the Glenview district of Oakland. The name Bellanico is derived from their daughters’ nicknames, Bella & Nico. The Bellanico staff take great pride in food, service and wine. We serve rustic Italian cuisine that changes seasonally. We are dedicated to serving the best seasonal, local, sustainable and organic products that they can find. Bellanico features Pitman Farms Chicken, Prather Ranch Meat, Duroc Pork and only wild caught fish and seafood. It also features a wine bar offering Old World wines with an emphasis on Italian wines. There are more than 25 wines by the glass & 6 different flights of wine.

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OpenTable DinerVIP
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
I absolutely love the food at Top Hatters, some of my fav in the area. But I really don’t like the QR ordering system, definitely takes away from the experience.
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Top Hatters Kitchen & BarPrice: Expensive• Global, International• San Leandro
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4.7
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Ivan
San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great experience. Did the tasting menu and almost everything was a hit. I would probably not order the pollo en chicha again in the future. Good sauce, but chicken thigh and legs needed to be cooked more. the lengua pupusa was amazing. The salvi side plate was so flavorful and delicious. The yuca was amazing! Really loved pretty much everything.
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PopocaPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Oakland
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
A real locals, secret culinary spot, great social vibe, attentive service and consistent quality food. I love the soups, some interesting appetizers the New York strip steak and they do fish very nice as well.
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MarzanoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Oakland
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4.8
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RHONDA
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
I celebrated my birthday with a group of 8 - it was an experience like no other from entering into the establishment to the end with the group of waiters singing happy birthday (Stevie Winder version🥰) and presenting me with a slice of butter pecan cheesecake - we all enjoyed our meals and can't wait to return
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Pierre PierrePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Oakland
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4.4
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ArleneVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 Feb 2025
The lobster club is amazing! Great service. Beautiful room.
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The PeachPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Oakland
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4.4

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