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1. Julia's Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1627)

Price: Expensive

• French • Berkeley

Booked 19 times today

Teatime Tuesdays | 12pm-2pmIndoor DiningLunchWednesday - Saturday | 12pm-2pmDinnerTuesday-Saturday | 5pm-7:45pmLocated on the second floor of the Berkeley City Club, a Julia Morgan Historic Hotel, Julia's boasts a beautiful over-sized fireplace, and ornate details true to Morgan's iconic Moorish Gothic architectural design.Julia's offers an innovative, creative, contemporary approach to your dining experience and is inspired by local, organic, and seasonal ingredients. Our diverse wine list complements our menu featuring wines carefully selected from regions around the world.

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2. Claremont Lobby Bar

4.7

Exceptional(31)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Berkeley

Booked 8 times today

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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3. Commis Dining Room

4.9

Exceptional(1227)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Oakland

Booked 14 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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4. Kokkari Estiatorio

4.9

Exceptional(9103)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 204 times today

Kokkari (pronounced “Ko-Kar-ee”) is a small fishing village located on the islands of Samos in the Aegean Sea, whose name is derived from the small onions that were once produced in the nearby fields. Its fertile soil and Mediterranean climate translated into an abundance of fresh produce as well as treasured seafood and game. Legend tells that Kokkari is the site where Orion, a mighty hunter and a young man of gigantic stature and great beauty, fell in love with the daughter of the king of Chios. For the love of her, Orion forged the island for wild game and seafood to prepare elaborate banquets in celebration of their love. Today, we hope you will enjoy your own celebration as you dine at Kokkari Estiatorio on food “fit for the Gods” prepared with an Aegean palate and the style of innovative California fare.

5. Nisei

4.8

Exceptional(74)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Russian Hill

Booked 4 times today

Nisei presents a contemporary approach to Japanese American cuisine by combining deep Japanese flavors, refined cooking technique, and Northern California's finest ingredients. The restaurant is a personal reflection of Chef David Yoshimura's unique experience as a Michelin starred chef and second generation Japanese American, or Nisei. Nisei can accommodate most severe allergies with advance notice, however due to the nature of the tasting menu format, we can not meet all dietary restrictions or aversions. In order to maintain the spirit of our cuisine, the following items can not be removed: Salt, sugar, soy sauce, and egg cooked into items.All Experience prices below reflect a 20% Service Fee and 8.63% SF Sales Tax applied to the base price of each experience. This Service Fee goes towards paying our employees a livable wage as well as providing health insurance.

6. BIX

4.7

Exceptional(4970)

Price: Expensive

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 50 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.

7. Gary Danko

4.8

Exceptional(1604)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Fisherman's Wharf

Booked 47 times today

Twenty-five years after opening its doors in San Francisco’s iconic Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood, Restaurant Gary Danko continues to refine its award-winning combination of classic French cooking, thoughtful and inventive use of local ingredients and personable yet impeccable service.In a warm, enveloping space overhung with fresh flowers and vibrant artworks, an evening at Gary Danko is both intimate and theatrical—a loving nod to an old-world dining experience with its heart thoroughly planted in the new: fresh, locally grown and raised foods drawn from the region’s vast seasonal offerings, prepared with precision and flair.

8. Boulevard

4.7

Exceptional(9058)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 112 times today

Chefs Nancy Oakes, Chef Dana Younkin and our entire team, look forward to welcoming you to a refreshed and reimagined Boulevard! The dining room features a 3 course prix fixe menu with a multitude of choices. For the more spontaneous sorts; our bar, lounge and chef's counter is available on a walk-in basis and limited reservations. An a la carte menu is offered in these areas. For private events and larger groups, please check our our website.

9. Miller & Lux

4.7

Exceptional(1153)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Mission Bay / South Beach

Booked 45 times today

Tyler Florence’s new modern American Steakhouse Miller & Lux at the Chase Center, home of the Golden State Warriors, delivers a refined and comfortable restaurant experience through a sophisticated lens. The highest-quality steaks with impeccable flavor from the best ranches in America; a robust raw bar; fresh sustainable seafood; and farm direct vegetables – all perfectly complemented by a globally curated wine list – combine to inspire the next chapter in Tyler Florence’s mark on innovative American cuisine. Miller & Lux is the new frontier, showcasing Tyler’s spin on unique steakhouse fare and his passion for classic American luxury.

10. Saison

4.9

Exceptional(7)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • SOMA

Booked 22 times today

Saison is a two Michelin-starred, open wood fire restaurant under the leadership of Executive Chef Richard Lee, emphasizing the bounty of California’s evolving terroir and its incredible farmers, ranchers, and fishermen and women. Saison is driven by Lee’s dedication to purity and innovation, paired with a Grand Award-winning wine list in a dynamic space where guest and team celebrate an intimate, culture-shifting experience. Chef Lee builds upon Saison’s formidable foundation as the original fine dining establishment in the U.S. to use open hearth cooking, crafting nuanced flavors with intention that are inspired by the culinary diversity of Northern California.Saison has one of the country’s largest and most remarkable selections of Old and New World wine, with a special emphasis on Burgundy, originally established by Saison Hospitality co-founder and Saison Winery winemaker Mark Bright and now curated by Beverage Director and Assistant General Manager Molly Greene.

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Lindseyvip
San Francisco Bay Area •32 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Our party of 5 women of a certain age were thrilled by the lovely Tuesday Tea lunch - what a treat! While there are other menu selections, we decided to we would indulge in the classic English tea. The wide array of finger food sandwiches, scones, croissants and desserts was a feast both for the eye and appetite. The service was charming. The star of the experience is the venue itself - the beautiful Berkeley City Club designed by Julia Morgan is worthy of a visit in and of itself. We will be back!
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Julia's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• French• Berkeley
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4.8
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Dr. Maria
San Francisco Bay Area •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
absolutely amazing food and ambience.. had the pork chop, the halibut, bread, greek salad and calamari.. absolutely delicious $150 no alcohol… highly recommend as one of the best restaurants in SF! i will be back
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Kokkari EstiatorioPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.9
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Leslievip
Los Angeles •36 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wonderful experience! Food was delicious and imaginative. Sake pairing was perfect.
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NiseiPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Russian Hill
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4.8
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Tahoe / Reno Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We went for holiday afternnon tea and had an outstanding time. The decor was festive and the sophisticated atmosphere is just lovely. Afternoon tea started with a glass of bubbles and then followed by tea of your choice and an array of wonderful finger tea sandwiches, baked items and sweets. Our server Emily was a delight. They were able to accommodate a gluten free request with ease. Definitely recommend.
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Claremont Lobby BarPrice: Very Expensive• American• Berkeley
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4.7
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Darlenevip
San Francisco Bay Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Had an extraordinary dining experience with their 10-course meal with their fabulous wine pairing. I really appreciated the wines chosen so thoughtfully that enhanced and complimented the flavors of each dish and was happy to discover some wonderful international wines. Truly a once in a lifetime luxurious experience. Thank you Commis for making my 60th birthday celebration so memorable and special.
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Commis Dining RoomPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Oakland
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4.9

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30 restaurants available nearby

1. Julia's Restaurant

2. Claremont Lobby Bar

3. Commis Dining Room

4. Kokkari Estiatorio

5. Nisei

6. BIX

7. Gary Danko

8. Boulevard

9. Miller & Lux

10. Saison

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