Best Lunch Restaurants in Lafayette

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1. The Hideout Kitchen

4.5

Price: Moderate

• American • Lafayette

Booked 44 times today

The Hideout Kitchen is a Lafayette, family owned and operated restaurant that's best known for serving a seasonal menu of Californian comfort cuisine for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. The atmosphere of the restaurant provides a warm, yet upscale dining experience. Whether you're enjoying a leisurely brunch with friends or sharing a special dinner with loved ones, our friendly staff will make you feel right at home.

2. Reve

4.9

Exceptional(2533)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Lafayette

Booked 24 times today

Indoor / Standard Table = dining room. Outdoor = Garden Tent / Patio. Starting October 29, 2024 seating will be in an enclosed heated garden tent. Fully outdoor garden is available by phone only 7 days in advance, weather permitting. Reservations available for 8 or less. To inquire about parties of 9-14 please call.RÊVE is not that snooty, splurge-on-your-anniversary kind of French restaurant. Au contraire.This is your classic, everyday neighborhood French bistro run by Chef Paul Magu-Lecugy & his wife, Laura. That kind of cozy little place you’d imagine in Saint Michel or Saint Germain. Not smack dab in the middle of the 'burbs. But lucky for you, that’s exactly where 5-star chef Paul Magu will be paying homage to the French comfort food that he fell in love with as a boy growing up in Paris. We’re talking authentic French onion soup. Steamed mussels. Steak frites. And don’t forget creme brulee… 2021 -2024 Michelin recognized Open Table "Diner's Choice" 2017-2024

3. Rancho Cantina

4.7

Exceptional(39)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Lafayette

Booked 17 times today

Rancho Cantina is a Mexican restaurant serving traditional cuisines with a dash of contemporary flavors. The restaurant has a chic and stylish yet elegant interior with warm ambience and comfortable furnishings. The place is good for dinner and offers a casual dining space to hang out with friends or family. Rancho Cantina has a full alcohol bar and offers outdoor seating for a refreshing experience. Television and free Wi-Fi are also available here. Rancho Cantina is known to be serving delectable Mexican cuisine varieties. Some of the popular choices at the restaurant include chicken taco, cheese quesadilla, guacamole, steamed mussels, carne asada, adobe brick chicken, fish tacos, vegetarian quesadilla, enchilada variety and grilled chicken. The restaurant also serves scrumptious desserts, appetizers, salads and sides.

4. Barranco

4.8

Exceptional(1138)

Price: Moderate

• Peruvian • Lafayette

Booked 10 times today

Barranco is a warm, casual yet sophisticated, full-service restaurant serving modern Peruvian cuisine from Chef Carlos Altamirano made with high-quality and responsibly sourced ingredients. Inspired by the romantic seaside district of Barranco in Lima, Peru, Barranco is dedicated to creating an outstanding eating and drinking experience with a spirit that is laid-back and approachable.Inspired by its namesake, Barranco’s menu offers seafood, family-style tapas and a select number of main dishes. In addition to a ceviche bar, Barranco’s menu features bocaditos (small bites) such as Scallops Carlitos and Langostinos Crocantes (prawns), grilled anticuchos (meat skewers), pollo a la brasa (traditional Peruvian rotisserie chicken), classic Peruvian sandwiches, an assortment of delectable sides and, for dessert, Alfajores, the popular Latin-American artisanal cookies.Barranco’s beverage program features pisco, the traditional spirit of Peru.

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5. Bounty Hunter - Walnut Creek

4.5

Awesome(697)

Price: Expensive

• American • Walnut Creek

Featuring signature dishes like WOOD-SMOKED PRIME RIB, PRIME NY STRIP and our FRESH FISH OF THE DAY. Begin your meal with CRAFT COCKTAILS & HIGHLY-ACCLAIMED WINES plus a wide range of starters including fresh Royal Miyagi Oysters. Explore our RARE WINE & SPIRITS SHOP to discover exceptional wines and spirits sourced from renowned vineyards and distilleries. Retail bottle purchases may be enjoyed with your meal ($25 corkage). Seating options include: GARDEN PATIO, BAR & LOUNGE, and of course our warm & comfortable DINING ROOM.

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6. Rooftop - Walnut Creek

4.5

Awesome(378)

Price: Expensive

• American • Walnut Creek

Booked 49 times today

Rooftop in Walnut Creek offers a stunning view of Mt. Diablo while providing creatively prepared new American cuisine. Owners Jim and Jennifer Telford, along with partner and Executive Chef Justine Kelly offers guests a beautiful outdoor lounge for dining out with friends. Besides the picturesque surroundings that also showcases downtown Walnut Creek, Rooftop has a living wall with lush greenery and water features. Guests can feast on black cod wrapped in a banana leaf with pea shoots, lamb meatballs or other flavorful plates. Delicious desserts, fresh salads and bar bites will also satisfy the appetite. With mentions in publications like Diablo Magazine and California Home Design, Rooftop is a wonderful location for a business lunch or a romantic evening out with a date. It has a full bar and welcomes reservations.

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7. The Park Bistro & Bar

4.4

Awesome(1761)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lafayette

Booked 35 times today

The Park Bistro & Bar showcases only the freshest, local and organically grown produce as well as naturally raised meats and line-caught fish. Executive Chef Rodrigo Alvarez has created an approachable, yet inventive menu, presenting a French twist on American fare. With a wholesome and earthy quality, many dishes elevate “comfort” food. Natural light from the romantic inner fountain courtyard, intimate alcoves, a large communal table and versatile private dining spaces. Rustic stone floors, natural wood tables, leather seating and an original art program create a warm and inviting, yet grand and inspiring, space that will create the most memorable dining experience in Lafayette. Reservations are for can be made for The Park Bistro or The Park Bar.

8. Locanda Positano

4.8

Exceptional(1348)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lafayette

Booked 35 times today

Enzo Rosano grew up in a town just outside of Naples, Italy. His fondest memories of his childhood are centered around his mother’s cooking and the spirited meals he shared with his eight siblings. Mama Carmela’s amazing cooking kept her children close to home throughout their childhood and young adulthood. Her culinary influence also played a role in Enzo’s decision to enroll in the Scuola Alberghieria Culinary and Hospitality program in Naples. Upon completion of his culinary training, Enzo landed a job as bartender at Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s Vong’s in London. Next was a stop as bar manager at The Berkeley Knightsbridge, a luxury property also in London. When he came to the Bay Area, his first stop was in Half Moon Bay where he helped open one of the town’s most popular restaurants, Mezza Luna, with family friend, Roberto Giovanni. At Caffe Riace,Enzo joined his brothers and worked alongside them as they made plans to open AquaPazza in San Mateo in 2008

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9. True Food Kitchen - Walnut Creek

4.5

Awesome(3269)

Price: Moderate

• American • Walnut Creek

Booked 78 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Walnut Creek for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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10. The Cooperage American Grille

4.4

Awesome(2657)

Price: Expensive

• American • Walnut Creek

Booked 65 times today

The Cooperage is serving up the ultimate upscale American Comfort Food in the heart of Walnut Creek. The extensive menu features favorites such as a smoked Prime Rib French dip, our signature burger, and the Grilled Fish Tacos. The Cooperage also offers a variety of lighter, vegetarian options, including a selection of salad entreés made with local and organically grown ingredients.The Cooperage is a neighborhood hangout, great for a date night or dinner with the family. Featuring a bar-casual atmosphere including flat screen TV's, a large selection of beer and wine on tap, and an award winning cocktail list.Private events can also be booked at The Cooperage year-round. Family gatherings and business functions, to rehearsal dinners, showers and birthday celebrations. Choose from our assortment of private spaces perfect for parties large or small.

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Jenvip
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Wonderful experience!! Delicious empanadas and delicious cocktails !
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BarrancoPrice: Moderate• Peruvian• Lafayette
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4.8
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Williamvip
New York City •63 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Rancho is really a nice neighborhood restaurant. The food is always good and the service excellent. We have been going to Rancho for a number of years now and we always praise the restaurant when we leave. Expanded hours has helped, too. Bill C Lafayette
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Rancho CantinaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Lafayette
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4.7
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GREG
San Francisco Bay Area •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I had the kale salad and it was delicious! We tried to sit inside but way too loud to visit amongst ourselves so we took a table on the enclosed patio which was very nice.
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The Hideout KitchenPrice: Moderate• American• Lafayette
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4.5
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Madeline
San Francisco Bay Area •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Service is outstanding as well as the Branzino with vegetables. Waiter was friendly, courteous and quick on checking with us. Little waiting time to receive the meal. Ambience is intimate.
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RevePrice: Very Expensive• French• Lafayette
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4.9
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Jennifervip
San Francisco Bay Area •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 Sept 2024
Beautiful patio dining, incredible staff. Manager super kind and professional. Our waiter Jean ? From Brazil was wonderful. Very good waiter, fun to talk to and very attentive. Bloody Mary was spicy and delicious. The food was so good. Eggs Benedict very good, loved it on the homemade biscuits, and with bacon a good touch. The side roasted potatoes and fresh fruit just kept on giving. Our daughter had the breakfast burrito, she loved it and she is picky. My husband enjoyed some ribs (as a side, he always has to try the ribs everywhere) and also had the stuffed Meyer lemon ricotta cheese pancakes, he said it all was delicious. I did have a bite of the pancakes and they were exceptional. Excellent experience. My husband and daughter had been in twice before and brought me to experience it too. We will be back so worth the time and money.
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Bounty Hunter - Walnut CreekPrice: Expensive• American• Walnut Creek
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4.5

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92 restaurants available nearby

1. The Hideout Kitchen

2. Reve

3. Rancho Cantina

4. Barranco

5. Bounty Hunter - Walnut Creek

6. Rooftop - Walnut Creek

7. The Park Bistro & Bar

8. Locanda Positano

9. True Food Kitchen - Walnut Creek

10. The Cooperage American Grille

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