Best Pre-Theater Restaurants in El Cerrito

When we have visitors come to town, we always take them to Boudin. The staff are excellent. The food is consistently good and usually, you can get a view from almost every table. The atmosphere is welcoming and I love the downstairs gift shop. It’s always clean, including the facilities. It is a solid place to visit and have space to have good food, drinks and share time with friends and family.

They open a back room on Friday and Saturday and it was quiet! Our server was prompt at figuring out our needs. The food was excellent and the coffee surprisingly good.

Very convenient after Cal winter graduation but training a new bartender so some drinks did not arrive until we finished our meal. Nice atmosphere.

I had an incredible dining experience at STK! The steak was cooked to perfection—tender, flavorful, and enhanced by the delicious butter. The sides were equally impressive; the truffle fries and Brussels sprouts were both flavorful and generously portioned. The service was fantastic—attentive and friendly throughout the evening. The festive Christmas ambience added to the charm, and the live DJ played great music, creating a vibrant and enjoyable atmosphere. Highly recommend this 5-star experience for anyone looking for a top-tier meal and a great vibe!

A great pre-theater option for light bites, sandwiches, and salads. Outside seating is nice mid- afternoon and service was wonderful.