Best Historic Restaurants in Berkeley

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1. Historic John's Grill

4.7

Exceptional(7374)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 95 times today

John's Grill has been a San Francisco tradition since 1908. This historic restaurant is one of the city's oldest and most famous and is a favorite of celebrities who enjoy great steaks, expertly prepared fresh seafood with excellent service and a one of a kind atmosphere. John's Grill was a setting in author Dashiell Hammett, The Maltese Falcon.

2. ZINO

4.2

Awesome(408)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Berkeley

Booked 8 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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3. Julia's Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1638)

Price: Expensive

• French • Berkeley

Booked 7 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. three.one four pizzeria

4.6

Exceptional(154)

Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Berkeley

Booked 21 times today

We are located in the historic Lalime's space in the Westbrae neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.Our intentions with three.one four was to create a dining experience that is so captivating, it transcends all others. Our menu features small bites, salads, and World Class rustic pies from acclaimed Chef Mario Vollera. We utilize high quality Italian cheeses and fresh local products in our food and our menu is partnered with a carefully curated wine list featuring an extensive by the glass offering. We believe that our elevated food paired with our warm, intuitive, yet unobtrusive service style will help make three.one four a buzz-worthy neighborhood destination for many years to come.

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5. Claremont Lobby Bar

4.8

Exceptional(34)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Berkeley

Booked 1 time 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.

6. Skates on the Bay

4.6

Exceptional(7447)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Berkeley

Booked 81 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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7. Bardo Lounge & Supper Club

4.8

Exceptional(486)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Oakland

Booked 11 times today

Recommended in the MICHELIN Guide for California 2021-2023. Located in Oakland’s historic Grand Lake District, Bardo is a neighborhood lounge and restaurant inspired by the comfort and camaraderie of a mid-century dinner party. Drawing on the celebration and elegance of old school entertaining, we envisioned a space for friends and neighbors to enjoy amazing food, cocktails, conversation and great music. Our lounge is a swank living room, furnished with hand-picked finds from antique and vintage markets from Palm Springs to Portland. Our mezzanine dining room features a rotating menu of fresh, seasonal supper-fare with local and sustainably sourced meats, fish and produce. While we think the food, drinks and atmosphere are all great reasons to visit us, it’s the relationships with our friends, neighbors and guests that is the driving force behind Bardo.

8. Casa Orinda

4.7

Exceptional(2515)

Price: Expensive

• American • Orinda

Booked 15 times today

Casa Orinda has been serving the finest Western and Italian food in the area for the past 84 years. We are famous for our fried chicken, prime beef, and classic Italian pasta, chicken, and veal dishes -- everything being made from scratch in our kitchen using only the freshest, highest quality ingredients. Our full service mahogany bar is a popular stop for locals and visitors looking for a nice refreshment and a hearty meal in a cozy, friendly atmosphere. We have three dining rooms, each with a slightly different character afforded by our hand-formed brass hearth fireplace, Western original art collection, famous antique gun collection, and alluring floral arrangements.

9. Monk's Kettle

4.5

Awesome(33)

Price: Moderate

• American • Oakland

Booked 9 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.

10. The Peach

new

4.5

Awesome(3)

Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Oakland

Booked 4 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.

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Karen
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This is our 4th year going to John's for the holiday season and it never disappoints! Lovely time, good food and so love SF.
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Historic John's GrillPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / Union Square
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4.7
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Robert
New Mexico •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was decent quality and very reasonably priced. What I enjoyed most about this restaurant was its cleanliness, simple menu and spacious dining. Plus, the ambience was quiet with low-volume Christmas music in the background. Zino's was truly the best restaurant choice in which to celebrate my UC Berkeley graduation directly after the ceremony ended. The staff had a lovely sense of humor and even wished me congratulations.
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ZINOPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Berkeley
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4.2
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Joe
Tahoe / Reno Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Pleasantly surprised, 1st time for us. food was outstanding. Tony did a very nice job serving us. We would request him on our next visit. Ambience was throwback to compliment the architecture. We just loved it! Thank you so much. Joe and JULIA.
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Julia's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• French• Berkeley
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4.8
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CatherineVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Delicious pizzas and salads and the roasted Brussels sprouts are especially good. And the restaurant felt festive. We are so happy that 3.14 is back!
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three.one four pizzeriaPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Berkeley
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4.6
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LindaVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •18 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 Dec 2024
We had our annual high tea, a Christmas tradition, here and it was excellent, from atmosphere, to service to food. We'll come again!
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Claremont Lobby BarPrice: Very Expensive• American• Berkeley
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4.8

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42 restaurants available nearby

1. Historic John's Grill

2. ZINO

3. Julia's Restaurant

4. three.one four pizzeria

5. Claremont Lobby Bar

6. Skates on the Bay

7. Bardo Lounge & Supper Club

8. Casa Orinda

9. Monk's Kettle

10. The Peach

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