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4.7
Exceptional(516)
$$$$
• Japanese • Berkeley
Booked 6 times today
Opened in February 2015, AKEMI is the latest incarnation of miyuki on 1695 Solano Avenue in North Berkeley (Albany border) in the San Francisco Bay Area.Along with a revamped interior and exterior that includes salvaged wood and upgraded kitchen equipment, AKEMI features an updated menu spotlighting fresh ingredients and well-crafted flavors while retaining customer classics such as our sushi rolls. AKEMI is the new name we bestow upon the beauty that is good food with good people in a good place.For outdoor reservations please call the restaurant.
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4.7
Exceptional(1070)
$$$$
• Indian • Berkeley
Booked 1 time today
Ajanta features regional dishes from all over India, offered through a menu that changes every month. We feature organic chicken and vegetables. When possible, we use local and sustainable products. All seafood is sustainable, obtained from Monterey Fish Market. All meats are hormone- and antibiotic-free. Ajanta has been voted best Indian restaurant in the entire San Francisco Bay Area by Zagat Guide from 2009-2014. We were also voted best Indian restaurant in the Bay Area A-List contest from 2009-2011 and 2013. In addition, we have received top reviews in several publications, including the East Bay Express, Diablo Magazine, and the Contra Costa Times. We are also included in Michelin Guide.Our elegant dining hall features art inspired from the famous Ajanta caves in India.
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4.9
Exceptional(2003)
$$$$
• American • Albany
Booked 30 times today
An intimate neighborhood restaurant, Juanita & Maude features Chef Scott Eastman's personal take on American Cuisine. The daily changing menu highlights classic dishes including Michelin Guide's top 5 hamburger in California. His refined comfort food is matched with seasonal craft cocktails and an international wine list. Juanita & Maude's lively dining room or serene outdoor patio is the perfect spot for a night out, celebration or special occasion. Conveniently located near the corner of Solano and San Pablo Avenues.
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4.3
Awesome(36)
$$$$
• Lebanese • Albany
Chez Mansour Restaurant- Wine Bar offers Lebanese / Mediterranean food on Solano Ave in Albany, CA.
A photo of Skates on the Bay restaurant
4.5
Awesome(7781)
$$$$
• Seafood • Berkeley
Booked 64 times today
Skates on the Bay is a beautiful and historic waterfront gathering place for fresh seafood and unmatched views of the San Francisco Bay, offering lunch, brunch and dinner dining year-round. Originally opened in 1984 in the Berkeley Marina, the reimagined Skates on the Bay now boasts a modern and stunning decor, a new Raw Bar, elegant Private Dining Room and innovative local-driven menus.
A photo of Limewood Bar & Restaurant restaurant
4.4
Awesome(2784)
$$$$
• Californian • Berkeley
Booked 59 times today
Perched above the San Francisco Bay, Limewood Bar & Restaurant offers a vibrant, California-inspired dining experience that celebrates fresh, locally sourced ingredients and panoramic views of the Bay Area. Guests enjoy seasonal menus that highlight coastal flavors, craft cocktails infused with garden herbs, and a warm, contemporary ambiance perfect for brunch, sunset cocktails, or dinner with a view.Led by a talented culinary team, Limewood showcases the best of Northern California’s bounty—from sustainably caught seafood and artisan meats to farm-fresh produce sourced from nearby growers. Whether dining on the terrace overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge or relaxing by the bar with a signature cocktail, Limewood is a destination for elevated yet approachable dining.Located within the iconic Claremont Resort & Cafe, Limewood Bar & Restaurant invites locals and travelers alike to savor the spirit of the Bay Area in every bite and sip.
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4.5
Awesome(624)
$$$$
• Soul food • Oakland
Booked 26 times today
Burdell is a Soul Food restaurant in the Temescal neighborhood of Oakland from James Beard Finalist, Chef Geoff Davis.Named for and inspired by his maternal grandmother, Burdell, the restaurant reflects her love for well-set tables, entertaining guests, shared meals, and laughter. Burdell is centered on nostalgia, family recipes, thoughtful and sustainable sourcing, and the forgotten impact of Black farming, ranching, fishing, foraging, and culture on American cuisine and hospitality. The menu highlights farmers and artisans harvesting and creating excellent products around us. Paired with the food is a robust list of wine and beverages from producers around the World-focusing on wines that are farmed and crafted with care and sustainable practices.
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4.7
Exceptional(899)
$$$$
• Middle Eastern • Albany
Booked 10 times today
Zaytoon Mediterranean Restaurant and Bar offers Mediterranean comfort foods with a modern American twist. Located at the corner of Solano and Kains, Zaytoon embraces the everyday Mediterranean kitchen, making it the focus of your casual fine dining experience. With hummus inspired by the flavors of Jerusalem and humanely raised meats, Zaytoon is much more than your average shawarma joint! Come try Zaytoon’s craft cocktails, created by the Jessica Maria, the owner of Albany's craft cocktail bar, the Hotsy Totsy Club. Meet up with your coworkers or friends for Zaytoon's full bar and Happy Hour! Reserve a table for your romantic night out. Reservations are not required for lunch as we have plenty of seating, but feel free to call us at 510-898-1316 to check availability.
A photo of ACRE Kitchen and Bar restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1069)
$$$$
• American • Oakland
Booked 64 times today
Right in the heart of Rockridge, Oakland, ACRE Kitchen & Bar is all about simple, seasonal food done right. Open all day for lunch, brunch, and dinner, we’re here whenever you’re hungry.Led by Chef Dirk Tolsma, we source from the best Northern California farms and purveyors to create dishes that are fresh, honest, and made to be shared.Our fresh ground brisket burger on a house-baked bun? A local favorite. The woodfired rotisserie chicken? Smokey, bold, and packed with flavor. Some dishes rotate with the seasons, but the commitment to great ingredients never changes.We work with FEED Sonoma Co-Op, Star Route Farms, Full Belly Farm, Monterey Fish, and Rocky’s Chicken to bring you the best of what’s local.Proudly awarded Gold for Best New Restaurant in the East Bay Express Best of the East Bay Awards, ACRE serves up great food with a true taste of Northern California.20% gratuity will be added to all parties of 8 or more.
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4.8
Exceptional(43)
$$$$
• Mexican • Berkeley
Booked 8 times today
Mercado 925 is a casual family-owned restaurant that offers non-traditional and unique inspired Mexican food. All crafted with love using fresh local ingredients. Our vibrant atmosphere comes alive with color, rhythmic music, and a warm, inviting ambiance. We are proud in offering a selection of fine mezcal and agave-based beverages.

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  • SanfordGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Just a great restaurant. excellent food served in a beautiful setting. Very nice servers.
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    Ajanta Restaurant$$$$• Indian• Berkeley
    4.7
  • Ellen
    Los Angeles •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Great water view table, food, and excellent service from Lak. Gem of a restaurant!
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    Skates on the Bay$$$$• Seafood• Berkeley
    4.5
  • Tina
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Excellent service and delicious, finely prepared sushi. Get the brussels sprouts! They're delicious!
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    Akemi Berkeley$$$$• Japanese• Berkeley
    4.7
  • James
    Greater Boston •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    The food was imaginative, beautiful, and delicious. The service was excellent, with our waiter providing vivid and accurate descriptions of the food and drink. And the ambience provided the perfect setting for a gathering of old friends.
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    Juanita & Maude$$$$• American• Albany
    4.9
  • DavidGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •38 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 16 May 2026
    Always a pleasure visiting Mansour and Tanya. They selected a bottle of very fine French wine. I had the shrimp dinner, my wife had chicken Shawarma, it was delicious as always. Finished off with baklava and espresso. Another great meal. Thank you. Mansour and Tanya!
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    Chez Mansour$$$$• Lebanese• Albany
    4.3

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