Best Neighbourhood Gem Restaurants in San Lorenzo

8 restaurants available nearby

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1. Paradiso - San Leandro

4.7

Exceptional(1937)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • San Leandro

Booked 62 times today

Welcome to Paradiso! We are open daily from 11:30am to 9:00 pm (closing at 10:00pm on Friday & Saturday). Whether you are looking for a birthday, anniversary, romantic dinner for two, corporate event in our private dining room, or anything in between, your great experience is waiting for you. With our award winning Level 2 Wine Spectator list, craft cocktail program, and "everything made from scratch" menu, Paradiso's California inspired Italian seafood and steakhouse has been a crowd favorite for nearly three decades. By booking your anniversary with us on open table, you get a anniversary Gift Card, so come celebrate with us! We also have takeout and delivery available, please check our website for hours and details.

2. Horatio's

4.6

Exceptional(4019)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • San Leandro

Booked 38 times today

Come experience the romance and brilliance of a 200-year-old Royal Navy at this one-of-a-kind restaurant. You will be surrounded by handcrafted beams, authentic nautical artifacts, and amazed with a spectacular view over the bay. Docked at the San Leandro Marina, Horatio's has been serving classic and artfully prepared seafood, quality steaks, fresh salads and other delicious offerings since 1979.

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3. Top Hatters Kitchen & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(621)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • San Leandro

Booked 18 times today

Top Hatters Kitchen and Bar is a modern neighborhood restaurant, that has secured a place on the SF Chronicle's top 100 list and has been honored with a Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition. We serve an eclectic mix of rustic made-from-scratch dishes, celebrating the wonderful textures that make up our neighborhoods. We offer a mingling of small and large plates, meant to be shared, always nuanced and inspired by what we harvest from our neighboring small farms. Our food is approachable, eschewing complicated names, and bohemian in spirit as we are nonconforming and unconventional—sophisticated only in the way we can weave different ethnic influences and ingredients together.

4. Neumanali

4.7

Exceptional(618)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Hayward

Booked 12 times today

Welcome to our beautifully restored Victorian with a contemporary twist. Neumanali opened fifteen years ago and quickly became a neighborhood favorite. We are open for indoor dining. Patio seating is available. We are not requiring masks for those who have been vaccinated, however, we appreciate your adherence to the state masking requirements for those not vaccinated.The menu features both fresh and seasonal entrees in addition to a selection of fun and unusual small plates. Perennial favorites are the pan-seared day boat scallops, grilled ribeye and pan seared pork chop. The wine list is a bit eclectic and features smaller, more difficult to find winery selections. Lush garden dining is available now.

5. Acqua E' Farina

4.6

Exceptional(666)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Hayward

Booked 7 times today

Family Owned restaurant serving Traditional Italian Cuisine in a casual to fine dining setting.

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6. El Torito - San Leandro

4.3

Awesome(650)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • San Leandro

Booked 18 times today

The authority in great Mexican food for more than 65 years. Offering a memorable experience to make each guest feel like family.

7. Trabocco

4.7

Exceptional(3508)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Alameda

Booked 39 times today

Chef-owner, Giuseppe Naccarelli presents a seasonally inspired menu of classic Italian dishes with a modern twist, influenced by the cuisine of his native region of Abruzzo. A Trabocco is a unique fishing pier found along the Adriatic coast of Abruzzo. Architect and Designer Lev Weisbach of Weisbach Architecture|Design was inspired by the beautiful Trabocchi of Abruzzo when he created his spectacular design. With its reclaimed wood ceilings, dramatic copper encased fireplace, and modern bar Trabocco is warm and welcoming yet strikingly dramatic and modern.

8. Jo's Modern Thai

4.6

Exceptional(33)

Price: Expensive

• Thai • Oakland

Booked 22 times today

Jo's Modern Thai is a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant in Oakland's Laurel District.Born from the cultural exchange between Oakland native Kao Saelee and his wife Jo, Jo's Modern Thai embodies vibrant Thai flavors with a modern twist. The menu blends bold, balanced Thai dishes with creative, irreverent approaches. Highlights include smoky barbecue brisket drunken noodles and a laab-inspired pork burger, with customizable spice levels to suit all palates.Jo's celebrates the deep connections between food, culture, and community, reimagining traditional recipes with Thai and Californian flair. We prioritize thoughtful sourcing, partnering with local farmers and artisans to showcase the best seasonal ingredients. Our curated selection of wines and inventive craft cocktails further elevates the experience, inviting guests to savor the flavors of Thailand in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

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Rod
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Even though it was a busy Thursday night the staff was attentive and the service was prompt. The food was excellent. Parking can be a challenge as there is only a tiny lot and the street is busy, so best to get there early so you can find a spot
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Paradiso - San LeandroPrice: Expensive• Italian• San Leandro
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4.7
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Glenn
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
From the host to our server, Kristen, excellent service, made us feel at home, food was excellent.
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Horatio'sPrice: Moderate• Seafood• San Leandro
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4.6
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OpenTable DinerVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Always a great experience. Pork chop A+++ Service great as always.
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NeumanaliPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Hayward
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4.7
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EdmundoVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We always enjoy our dinners at El Torito. They were having a special for chicken fajitas for 10.99 (normally around 20). Very good value and excellent service.
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El Torito - San LeandroPrice: Moderate• Mexican• San Leandro
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4.3
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PattyVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 Jan 2025
I am not a bread person per se, but the foccacia turned me into one. Food was excellent but I would go back just for the foccacia.
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Top Hatters Kitchen & BarPrice: Expensive• Global, International• San Leandro
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4.7

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8 restaurants available nearby

1. Paradiso - San Leandro

2. Horatio's

3. Top Hatters Kitchen & Bar

4. Neumanali

5. Acqua E' Farina

6. El Torito - San Leandro

7. Trabocco

8. Jo's Modern Thai

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