Californian Restaurant Reviews

"We very much enjoyed our experience. The service was exceptional. The ambiance and decor were nicely improved. We go there often."...(see more read all reviewsMeritage at the Claremont (Formerly Jordan’s Restaurant) details or make Meritage at the Claremont (Formerly Jordan’s Restaurant) reservations )

"Wonderful. Food and atmosphere were very good and our waitress was amazing! Tireless in her efforts for us to have an enjoyable evening."...(see more read all reviewsChez Panisse Restaurant details or make Chez Panisse Restaurant reservations )

"sensational unpretentious (but elegant) delicious simple (but imaginative) beautiful relaxed - a wonderful meal out."...(see more read all reviewsChez Panisse Cafe details or make Chez Panisse Cafe reservations )

"Commis is a small(ten tables),urbane, minimally furnished restaurant offering creative and beautifully presented food. My wife and I had an auspicious beginning with a palate cleanser of seltzer water"...(see more read all reviewsCommis (Oakland) details or make Commis (Oakland) reservations )

"After many great meals our recent experience was poor. Had to send back swordfish entree which was so salty that it was not edible. Second try was Ok but arrived after after others had finished"...(see more read all reviewsLalime's details or make Lalime's reservations )

"As usual, Rivoli was top notch. Great food, good service. Excellent value. Rivoli remains my favorite East Bay eatery for their consistent food quality, pleasant surroundings, service and ease of"...(see more read all reviewsRivoli Restaurant details or make Rivoli Restaurant reservations )

"Great food, changing menu with interesting choices, experts at duck preparation. We love the creative edge that Bay Wolf's dishes offer. They're inventive, but never fussy or weird. They are simply"...(see more read all reviewsBayWolf details or make BayWolf reservations )

"The space is warm, spacious and inviting. The four of us had a very enjoyable meal. Ling Cod entree was moist and flavorful. The Squid salad with quinoa was delicious and perfectly cooked. We"...(see more read all reviewsCamino details or make Camino reservations )

"Chef Henry V continues to run a fine restaurant, with imaginative and tasty offerings next to traditional fare."...(see more read all reviewsMontclair Bistro details or make Montclair Bistro reservations )

"We really enjoyed our food and service. We sat for a very long time and we were not bothered by anyone to leave earlier. The food is excellent and a wonderful lunch. We could only eat part of our"...(see more read all reviewsAdagia Restaurant details or make Adagia Restaurant reservations )

"What a pleasant surprise it was to find this place. Everything was delicious. Best halibut I've ever had. Even the veggies were wonderful. Great wine and bar selection. Try a Caipirinha - it's as"...(see more read all reviewsB Restaurant details or make B Restaurant reservations )

"Four of us had a good first experience on a quiet Monday night. I highly recommend the homemade gnocchi with duck and delicious sauce. However we started with the Middle Eastern sample plate"...(see more read all reviewsMezze details or make Mezze reservations )

"Very elegant without being stuffy. The food was delicious and not overpriced. All in all, a great place for both special occasions and as a neighborhood hang-out (I live across the street!)."...(see more read all reviewsThe Lake Chalet Seafood Bar & Grill details or make The Lake Chalet Seafood Bar & Grill reservations )

"We had a group of eight for brunch and they were great!"...(see more read all reviewsZ Cafe & Bar details or make Z Cafe & Bar reservations )

"This is the only restaurant around UCBerkeley where you can get a decent meal before a Cal Performances event. What makes it work is the excellent wait staff who know you need to get fed and out and"...(see more read all reviewsHenry's Restaurant - Hotel Durant details or make Henry's Restaurant - Hotel Durant reservations )