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4.3
Awesome(420)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Berkeley
Booked 9 times today
A Modern Mediterranean Restaurant and Bar located in the heart of Downtown Berkeley. ZINO features a rotating menu of cuisines, complemented by a modern cocktail program infused with Mediterranean flavors and spices. ZINO is a gathering place for people of the community to socialize, celebrate, and share in the unique flavors of one of the most diverse regions of the world.Vegetarian menu available.For Parties of 9 or more, please contact the restaurant directly.
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4.5
Awesome(131)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Berkeley
Booked 3 times today
A unique artisanal Italian restaurant and wine bar in Downtown Berkeley. Located on a quite side street, our outdoor patio is a quiet refuge for those who want a Gourmet Casual experience. We balance the best imported Italian meats and cheeses with locally sourced produce and herbs. Our Italian and Californian wines pair perfectly with our Sandwiches, Pastas, Pizza and Salads.We use QR codes for Contact-less ordering and payment from the tables. We will bring food and wine to the table.
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4.2
Awesome(175)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Berkeley
Booked 3 times today
Welcome to Study Hall! Located on the 12th floor. Indoor/outdoor dining with stunning views of the area. Beverage Centric - light food menu with Pacific, Oceana and Asian inspired appetizers, share plates and entrees
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4.7
Exceptional(1694)
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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4.6
Exceptional(1274)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Berkeley
Booked 25 times today
La Marcha Tapas Bar, located in Berkeley, California, is a culinary gem led by Chef Sergio Monleon and Chef Emily Sarlatte. Known for its innovative Spanish cuisine, La Marcha offers signature paella dishes and a variety of delightful tapas. The restaurant has earned accolades including listed in the Michelin Guide, Best of the Bay awards, and recognition among the top 5 Spanish restaurants by several publications. Situated near landmarks such as UC Berkeley and BAMPFA, it boasts a cozy, rustic atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Committed to community service, Chef Sergio, Chef Emily, and the team actively participate in local and global charitable initiatives. Join us at La Marcha Tapas Bar for an unforgettable dining experience that celebrates the vibrant flavors and culture of Spain.
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4.5
Awesome(722)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Oakland
Booked 52 times today
Right in the heart of Rockridge, Oakland, ACRE Kitchen & Bar is all about simple, seasonal food done right. Led by Chef Dirk Tolsma, we source from the best Northern California farms and purveyors to create dishes that are fresh, honest, and made to be shared.Our fresh ground brisket burger on a house-baked bun? A local favorite. The berbere-spiced fried chicken? Crispy, bold, and packed with flavor. Some dishes rotate with the seasons, but the commitment to great ingredients never changes.We work with FEED Sonoma Co-Op, Star Route Farms, Full Belly Farm, Monterey Fish, and Rocky’s Chicken to bring you the best of what’s local.Proudly awarded Gold for Best New Restaurant in the East Bay Express Best of the East Bay Awards, we’re here to serve up great food with a true taste of Northern California.*20% gratuity will be added to all parties 8 or more.
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4.5
Awesome(7508)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Berkeley
Booked 58 times today
Skates on the Bay is a beautiful and historic waterfront gathering place for fresh seafood and unmatched views of the San Francisco Bay, offering lunch, brunch and dinner dining year-round. Originally opened in 1984 in the Berkeley Marina, the reimagined Skates on the Bay now boasts a modern and stunning decor, a new Raw Bar, elegant Private Dining Room and innovative local-driven menus.
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4.3
Awesome(2513)
Price: Expensive
• Unspecified • Berkeley
Booked 46 times today
Experience a vibrant, casual gathering place with bay view patio seating, showcasing regionally-sourced cuisine. A kitchen inspired by Bay Area artisans is complimented by a spirited bar offering house-crafted cocktails and a well-balanced wine list.
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4.5
Awesome(201)
Price: Very Expensive
• Soul food • Oakland
Booked 31 times today
Burdell is a Soul Food restaurant in the Temescal neighborhood of Oakland from James Beard Finalist, Chef Geoff Davis.Named for and inspired by his maternal grandmother, Burdell, the restaurant reflects her love for well-set tables, entertaining guests, shared meals, and laughter. Burdell is centered on nostalgia, family recipes, thoughtful and sustainable sourcing, and the forgotten impact of Black farming, ranching, fishing, foraging, and culture on American cuisine and hospitality. The menu highlights farmers and artisans harvesting and creating excellent products around us. Paired with the food is a robust list of wine and beverages from producers around the World-focusing on wines that are farmed and crafted with care and sustainable practices.
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4.7
Exceptional(1747)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Berkeley
Booked 34 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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  • OpenTable Diner
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    La Marcha is a wonderful restaurant. I celebrated my birthday here and the food and drinks were delicious. I would highly recommend folks to check out this restaurant!
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    La MarchaPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Berkeley
    4.6
  • KennethVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •10 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    There were 8 of us in our party. We were seated at along table in the back corner which kept us out of the humddrum of the rest of the restaurant. Overall though the room was quiet. The service was attentive and professional yet friendly. The food was good and the portions, generous. The gluten free/vegetarian options were minimal.
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    ZINOPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Berkeley
    4.3
  • DavidVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •25 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Good food and cocktails in a lovely, historic room.
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    Julia's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• French• Berkeley
    4.7
  • FrankB
    San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 6 Mar 2025
    A nice quiet place slightly off the bustle of downtown Berkeley. Good value and a nice place to actually communicate instead of getting drowned out by too much noise.
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    Heroic Italian - BerkeleyPrice: Moderate• Italian• Berkeley
    4.5
  • Damian
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 2 Mar 2025
    I been wanting to try the StudyHall for awhile now. Indoor seating / bar area was loud but not in a uncomfortable way. They had a live DJ which was nice. The outside area was quiet. Sound proof doors blocked out the live music. I sat outside. The view was amazing only thing that probably would have been better is more view of the bay area bridges & if I would have made the sunset. The food and drinks were great. My only problem was the heat lamps. As much as I appreciate the lamps the heating areas were smaller than I anticipated. The heat lamps great for your table until a strong gust come or you happen to lean to far back. More heat lamp through out the patio area would be ideal
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    Study Hall Rooftop LoungePrice: Moderate• Californian• Berkeley
    4.2
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