Best Casual Restaurants in Kensington

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1. ACRE Kitchen and Bar

4.6

Exceptional(652)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Oakland

Booked 56 times today

ACRE is an ingredient-driven menu of California/Mediterranean cuisine served witha welcoming, neighborhood approachability.*20% gratuity will be added to all parties 8 or more.

2. Juanita & Maude

4.8

Exceptional(1751)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Albany

Booked 15 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.

3. Zaytoon

4.8

Exceptional(784)

Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • Albany

Booked 24 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.

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4. Heroic Italian - Berkeley

4.6

Exceptional(128)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Berkeley

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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5. Limewood Bar & Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(2462)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Berkeley

Booked 49 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.

6. Burdell

4.5

Awesome(157)

Price: Very Expensive

• Soul food • Oakland

Booked 21 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.

7. donato&co.

4.5

Awesome(1711)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Berkeley

Booked 41 times today

Rustic Italian cuisine w/ a contemporary twist, featuring house made pastas & locally sourced seafood & meats cooked over a live fire.

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8. Millennium Oakland

4.6

Exceptional(1336)

Price: Expensive

• Vegan • Oakland

Booked 12 times today

Since 1994 Millennium has been committed to providing fresh, innovative vegan cuisine. Millennium offers globally inspired plant-based fare in an inviting fine dining setting. Working with small farms, our menu changes constantly to showcase the finest local, sustainable, and organic produce at its peak. Thoughtfully blending flavors from around the world with classic techniques, we create vibrant dishes that are exciting to diners of all kinds. Our bar features inventive cocktails highlighting our house-made infusions and fresh juices, as well as craft beers and an internationally recognized wine list.

9. Ajanta Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1119)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Berkeley

Booked 10 times 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.

10. Roses on Adeline

4.9

Exceptional(44)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Berkeley

Booked 4 times today

All guests must be 21+Where love for Food, Art & Community thrives. Seasonally driven bar food & cocktails with an emphasis on quality and freshness, beer, wine & great vibes too!Our menu features comforts & classics with a sprinkle of innovation and creativity. Fresh, seasonal, local California fusion.

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Leslie
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Superior Ambience. Great service. Magnificent views!
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Limewood Bar & RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• Berkeley
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4.3
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Leslie
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Acre never disappoints. This was no exception. There was a delay in the kitchen and food was taking longer than usual to come out. We barely noticed because we were with old friends catching up. But the manager came out and apologized and brought us a free appetizer and comped another round of drinks, so we were all good!
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ACRE Kitchen and BarPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Oakland
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4.6
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Betty
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Everything we ate was delicious. The Beet Salad was well dressed and plentiful for two. The Short Ribs were tender and tasty - great comfort dish! The Lamb Kebabs and Couscous are my “go to favorite”. The Baklava w/Vanilla Ice Cream was “the right way to end a fantastic meal”! Our server was attentive (checked in on us regularly) and efficient. Wonderful dining experience!
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ZaytoonPrice: Moderate• Middle Eastern• Albany
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4.8
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Nancy
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on 19 Dec 2024
This was our first time at this restaurant and we were pleasantly surprised. The food was excellent, as was the service. I would highly recommend this location.
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Juanita & MaudePrice: Very Expensive• American• Albany
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4.8
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Pamela
San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 Dec 2024
A great pre-theater option for light bites, sandwiches, and salads. Outside seating is nice mid- afternoon and service was wonderful.
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Heroic Italian - BerkeleyPrice: Moderate• Italian• Berkeley
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4.6

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104 restaurants available nearby

1. ACRE Kitchen and Bar

2. Juanita & Maude

3. Zaytoon

4. Heroic Italian - Berkeley

5. Limewood Bar & Restaurant

6. Burdell

7. donato&co.

8. Millennium Oakland

9. Ajanta Restaurant

10. Roses on Adeline

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