Best Restaurants for Foodies in Walnut Creek

12 restaurants available nearby

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1. Telefèric Barcelona - Walnut Creek

4.7

Exceptional(3618)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Walnut Creek

Booked 42 times today

Telefèric Barcelona doors were first opened thirty years ago in Barcelona, Spain. Now, our passionate team has grown to include some of the world’s most creative and innovative chefs and mixologists, and are eager to share the Spanish culture and gastronomy with you. Come visit us for a degustation of the Best Spanish Tapas in the Bay, Innovative paellas, and refreshing hand-crafted cocktails. Dare to enjoy a fun and unique dining experience surrounded by a high-end European decor and lively ambiance.

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2. Rooftop - Walnut Creek

4.6

Exceptional(382)

Price: Expensive

• American • Walnut Creek

Booked 32 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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3. Walnut Creek Branch - La Sen Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(1180)

Price: Expensive

• French • Walnut Creek

Booked 15 times today

On Mother's Day, La Sen will only be offering the Dinner Menu and Special Menu all day. La Sen Bistro in Walnut Creek is serving the parallel French-California classic samples of duck confit, rack of lamb, escargot, beef bourguignon and mussels - just to name a few. These great samples were recognized by the Diablo Magazine, San Francisco Chronicles, Contra Costa Times and San Jose Mercury News. In addition, these samples were also recognized by the Michelin Guide in 2007, 2010, 2011, and 2012.Come join La Sen Bistro for a glass of wine and a taste of French-California cuisine. Cheers to good food and great companies. Bon Appetit!

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4. Montesacro Walnut Creek

4.6

Exceptional(464)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Walnut Creek

Booked 9 times today

Located in the heart of Walnut Creek, Montesacro introduces Pinsa and pays homage to Roman culinary traditions.

5. Burma Two

4.8

Exceptional(249)

Price: Moderate

• Burmese • Walnut Creek

Booked 19 times today

Burma 2 is a Burmese Restaurant with a Full Bar and Outdoor Patio serving Authentic Burmese Cuisine as well as Burmese Inspired Cocktails and Beers.With over 20 years of experience in Burmese Cuisine, our Chef offers some of the finest dishes prepared fresh daily for our guests. From our Traditional Tea Leaf Salad to our Burmese Shrimp and Basil and Dried Chili Beef, we will satisfy your palette and amaze your taste buds.

6. Sasa

4.5

Awesome(2215)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Walnut Creek

Booked 20 times today

Sasa is a Japanese inspired restaurant in Walnut Creek. Izakaya Restaurants are traditional small plate restaurants where friends go to have a drink and unwind after a long day. Situated in the historic 100 year old building that for many years housed the Walnut Creek Meat Market, this architectural jewel has been transformed into a ambiance that wows and invites guests to stay and enjoy the dining experience at SASA. Chef Philip Yang prepare Japanese influenced dishes from around the world. The staff welcomes you into their house and offers up comfort, hospitality and fun. The restaurant includes a full bar with a large Sake selection, outdoor patio, sushi bar and a commitment to fresh local seasonal faire.*Note: Personal wines welcome, a $20 corkage fee will apply per bottle. Dessert plating fee of $2.50 per person for outside desserts. Please note Sasa has patio seating that is enclosed and heated.

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7. True Food Kitchen - Walnut Creek

4.5

Awesome(3271)

Price: Moderate

• American • Walnut Creek

Booked 48 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.

8. Reve

4.9

Exceptional(2538)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Lafayette

Booked 18 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

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9. Pacific Catch Walnut Creek

4.6

Exceptional(1331)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Walnut Creek

Booked 15 times today

Pacific Catch is a WestCoast Fish House dedicated to delivering high quality sustainable seafood with a unique perspective. From the day we opened we've been mindful about where our ingredients come from and how to bring to life the vibrant flavors and feeling of the Pacific. It's our commitment to our guests to keep things interesting, innovative, wholesome and thoughtfully sourced. That's why we've formalized our relationship with the Monterey Bay Seafood Aquarium's Seafood Watch, James Beard Foundation's Smart Catch and the Surfrider Foundation by becoming a partner and bringing on a director of sustainability to help steward these efforts.We will be following the most stringent protocols on cleaning, sanitization, social distancing, and protections for employee health including temperature taking and the use of protective masks and gloves.

10. Barranco

4.8

Exceptional(1139)

Price: Moderate

• Peruvian • Lafayette

Booked 3 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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Jeanne
San Francisco Bay Area •30 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellently prepared unpretentious French food in relaxing venue. Modest size; service pace can slow when it gets busy. Happy to travel from Berkeley to Walnut Creek for a lovely meal.
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Walnut Creek Branch - La Sen BistroPrice: Expensive• French• Walnut Creek
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4.7
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Parveenvip
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Rooftop in Walnut Creek is a fantastic destination for anyone craving delicious American cuisine paired with exceptional service and a vibrant ambiance. The menu offers a creative twist on classic American dishes, featuring fresh, high-quality ingredients that elevate every bite. The service is attentive and friendly, making you feel welcomed and well cared for throughout your visit. The ambiance is another highlight, with a stylish, modern setting and an inviting rooftop patio that provides stunning views and a relaxed yet upscale vibe. Whether you're there for a casual lunch, dinner, or a special occasion, Rooftop is sure to impress.
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Rooftop - Walnut CreekPrice: Expensive• American• Walnut Creek
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4.6
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Cherylvip
San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This is one of our favorite restaurants. The food is always great and always consistent. Our favorites are the tea leaf salad, palata appetizer, lettuce cubs, sesame beef, mango chicken, coconut rice and garlic noodles.
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Burma TwoPrice: Moderate• Burmese• Walnut Creek
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4.8
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Jean
San Francisco Bay Area •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Wonderful service, wines, and food. A very fun place to have my son’s birthday celebration Will definitely go back
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Montesacro Walnut CreekPrice: Expensive• Italian• Walnut Creek
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4.6
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Fatemah
Las Vegas •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had a great time with our dinner last night. It was a birthday celebration for my wife. We first had drinks at the bar and the bartender was great and friendly. The drinks were delicious. The food was great also. The service we are happy with.
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Telefèric Barcelona - Walnut CreekPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Walnut Creek
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4.7

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. Telefèric Barcelona - Walnut Creek

2. Rooftop - Walnut Creek

3. Walnut Creek Branch - La Sen Bistro

4. Montesacro Walnut Creek

5. Burma Two

6. Sasa

7. True Food Kitchen - Walnut Creek

8. Reve

9. Pacific Catch Walnut Creek

10. Barranco

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