Our Best-Of Guides
94 ranked guides covering cuisines and occasions across every city we cover — no ad spend, just editorial judgment.
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Best Waterfront Dining in the East Bay
Nine restaurants with a real Bay or Delta view — Berkeley Marina, Jack London Square, the Richmond shoreline and the Delta, with the dish to order and when to book for sunset.
Pittsburg
The Best Mexican Food in Pittsburg, CA
Taquerias, birria, mariscos and family-run Mexican kitchens. Here's where Pittsburg locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best BBQ in Pittsburg, CA
Tri-tip, smoked brisket, ribs and butcher-counter classics. Here's where Pittsburg locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best American Restaurants in Pittsburg, CA
Burgers, diners, gastropubs and California comfort food. Here's where Pittsburg locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best Breakfast Spots in Pittsburg, CA
All-day breakfast, bakeries, brunch and barista coffee. Here's where Pittsburg locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
Best Family Restaurants in Pittsburg, CA
Roomy tables, kid-approved menus and fast, friendly service. These Pittsburg picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Quick Lunch Spots in Pittsburg, CA
In and out in 30 minutes without eating something sad. These Pittsburg picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Hidden Gem Restaurants in Pittsburg, CA
Small, family-run spots locals quietly obsess over. These Pittsburg picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Restaurants for Big Groups in Pittsburg, CA
Shareable platters and space for ten-plus people. These Pittsburg picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Late Night Food in Pittsburg, CA
Kitchens still firing after the rest of town closes. These Pittsburg picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Takeout Restaurants in Pittsburg, CA
Travels well, packed properly, ready when you are. These Pittsburg picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Cheap Eats in Pittsburg, CA
Genuinely good food for under $15 a person. These Pittsburg picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Antioch
The Best BBQ in Antioch, CA
Tri-tip, smoked brisket, ribs and butcher-counter classics. Here's where Antioch locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best Asian Food in Antioch, CA
Sushi, phở, Thai curries, ramen, Korean BBQ and dumplings. Here's where Antioch locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best American Restaurants in Antioch, CA
Burgers, diners, gastropubs and California comfort food. Here's where Antioch locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best Breakfast Spots in Antioch, CA
All-day breakfast, bakeries, brunch and barista coffee. Here's where Antioch locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best Desserts & Boba in Antioch, CA
Boba, ice cream, pastries and late-night sweets. Here's where Antioch locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
Best Date Night Restaurants in Antioch, CA
Low lighting, great wine lists and food worth lingering over. These Antioch picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Family Restaurants in Antioch, CA
Roomy tables, kid-approved menus and fast, friendly service. These Antioch picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Quick Lunch Spots in Antioch, CA
In and out in 30 minutes without eating something sad. These Antioch picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Hidden Gem Restaurants in Antioch, CA
Small, family-run spots locals quietly obsess over. These Antioch picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Restaurants for Big Groups in Antioch, CA
Shareable platters and space for ten-plus people. These Antioch picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Late Night Food in Antioch, CA
Kitchens still firing after the rest of town closes. These Antioch picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Takeout Restaurants in Antioch, CA
Travels well, packed properly, ready when you are. These Antioch picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Cheap Eats in Antioch, CA
Genuinely good food for under $15 a person. These Antioch picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Brentwood
The Best Mexican Food in Brentwood, CA
Taquerias, birria, mariscos and family-run Mexican kitchens. Here's where Brentwood locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best BBQ in Brentwood, CA
Tri-tip, smoked brisket, ribs and butcher-counter classics. Here's where Brentwood locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best American Restaurants in Brentwood, CA
Burgers, diners, gastropubs and California comfort food. Here's where Brentwood locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best Breakfast Spots in Brentwood, CA
All-day breakfast, bakeries, brunch and barista coffee. Here's where Brentwood locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
Best Family Restaurants in Brentwood, CA
Roomy tables, kid-approved menus and fast, friendly service. These Brentwood picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Quick Lunch Spots in Brentwood, CA
In and out in 30 minutes without eating something sad. These Brentwood picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Hidden Gem Restaurants in Brentwood, CA
Small, family-run spots locals quietly obsess over. These Brentwood picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Restaurants for Big Groups in Brentwood, CA
Shareable platters and space for ten-plus people. These Brentwood picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Late Night Food in Brentwood, CA
Kitchens still firing after the rest of town closes. These Brentwood picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Takeout Restaurants in Brentwood, CA
Travels well, packed properly, ready when you are. These Brentwood picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Cheap Eats in Brentwood, CA
Genuinely good food for under $15 a person. These Brentwood picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Oakley
The Best American Restaurants in Oakley, CA
Burgers, diners, gastropubs and California comfort food. Here's where Oakley locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best Breakfast Spots in Oakley, CA
All-day breakfast, bakeries, brunch and barista coffee. Here's where Oakley locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
Best Date Night Restaurants in Oakley, CA
Low lighting, great wine lists and food worth lingering over. These Oakley picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Family Restaurants in Oakley, CA
Roomy tables, kid-approved menus and fast, friendly service. These Oakley picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Quick Lunch Spots in Oakley, CA
In and out in 30 minutes without eating something sad. These Oakley picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Hidden Gem Restaurants in Oakley, CA
Small, family-run spots locals quietly obsess over. These Oakley picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Restaurants for Big Groups in Oakley, CA
Shareable platters and space for ten-plus people. These Oakley picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Concord
The Best Italian Restaurants in Concord, CA
Handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza and old-school red sauce. Here's where Concord locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best Asian Food in Concord, CA
Sushi, phở, Thai curries, ramen, Korean BBQ and dumplings. Here's where Concord locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best American Restaurants in Concord, CA
Burgers, diners, gastropubs and California comfort food. Here's where Concord locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
Best Date Night Restaurants in Concord, CA
Low lighting, great wine lists and food worth lingering over. These Concord picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Family Restaurants in Concord, CA
Roomy tables, kid-approved menus and fast, friendly service. These Concord picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Quick Lunch Spots in Concord, CA
In and out in 30 minutes without eating something sad. These Concord picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Restaurants for Big Groups in Concord, CA
Shareable platters and space for ten-plus people. These Concord picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Takeout Restaurants in Concord, CA
Travels well, packed properly, ready when you are. These Concord picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Cheap Eats in Concord, CA
Genuinely good food for under $15 a person. These Concord picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Walnut Creek
The Best Italian Restaurants in Walnut Creek, CA
Handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza and old-school red sauce. Here's where Walnut Creek locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best Asian Food in Walnut Creek, CA
Sushi, phở, Thai curries, ramen, Korean BBQ and dumplings. Here's where Walnut Creek locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best Mediterranean Food in Walnut Creek, CA
Shawarma, mezze, tapas, paella and fresh Greek plates. Here's where Walnut Creek locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best American Restaurants in Walnut Creek, CA
Burgers, diners, gastropubs and California comfort food. Here's where Walnut Creek locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
Best Date Night Restaurants in Walnut Creek, CA
Low lighting, great wine lists and food worth lingering over. These Walnut Creek picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Restaurants for Big Groups in Walnut Creek, CA
Shareable platters and space for ten-plus people. These Walnut Creek picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Pleasant Hill
The Best Italian Restaurants in Pleasant Hill, CA
Handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza and old-school red sauce. Here's where Pleasant Hill locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best Mediterranean Food in Pleasant Hill, CA
Shawarma, mezze, tapas, paella and fresh Greek plates. Here's where Pleasant Hill locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best American Restaurants in Pleasant Hill, CA
Burgers, diners, gastropubs and California comfort food. Here's where Pleasant Hill locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best Vegan Restaurants in Pleasant Hill, CA
Plant-based cooking that stands on its own merits. Here's where Pleasant Hill locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
Best Family Restaurants in Pleasant Hill, CA
Roomy tables, kid-approved menus and fast, friendly service. These Pleasant Hill picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Quick Lunch Spots in Pleasant Hill, CA
In and out in 30 minutes without eating something sad. These Pleasant Hill picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Restaurants for Big Groups in Pleasant Hill, CA
Shareable platters and space for ten-plus people. These Pleasant Hill picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Takeout Restaurants in Pleasant Hill, CA
Travels well, packed properly, ready when you are. These Pleasant Hill picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Cheap Eats in Pleasant Hill, CA
Genuinely good food for under $15 a person. These Pleasant Hill picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Martinez
The Best Asian Food in Martinez, CA
Sushi, phở, Thai curries, ramen, Korean BBQ and dumplings. Here's where Martinez locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best American Restaurants in Martinez, CA
Burgers, diners, gastropubs and California comfort food. Here's where Martinez locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
Best Date Night Restaurants in Martinez, CA
Low lighting, great wine lists and food worth lingering over. These Martinez picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Quick Lunch Spots in Martinez, CA
In and out in 30 minutes without eating something sad. These Martinez picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Hidden Gem Restaurants in Martinez, CA
Small, family-run spots locals quietly obsess over. These Martinez picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Restaurants for Big Groups in Martinez, CA
Shareable platters and space for ten-plus people. These Martinez picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Late Night Food in Martinez, CA
Kitchens still firing after the rest of town closes. These Martinez picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Takeout Restaurants in Martinez, CA
Travels well, packed properly, ready when you are. These Martinez picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Bay Point
The Best Mexican Food in Bay Point, CA
Taquerias, birria, mariscos and family-run Mexican kitchens. Here's where Bay Point locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best American Restaurants in Bay Point, CA
Burgers, diners, gastropubs and California comfort food. Here's where Bay Point locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
Best Hidden Gem Restaurants in Bay Point, CA
Small, family-run spots locals quietly obsess over. These Bay Point picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Late Night Food in Bay Point, CA
Kitchens still firing after the rest of town closes. These Bay Point picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Takeout Restaurants in Bay Point, CA
Travels well, packed properly, ready when you are. These Bay Point picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Cheap Eats in Bay Point, CA
Genuinely good food for under $15 a person. These Bay Point picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Discovery Bay
The Best American Restaurants in Discovery Bay, CA
Burgers, diners, gastropubs and California comfort food. Here's where Discovery Bay locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
Best Date Night Restaurants in Discovery Bay, CA
Low lighting, great wine lists and food worth lingering over. These Discovery Bay picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Family Restaurants in Discovery Bay, CA
Roomy tables, kid-approved menus and fast, friendly service. These Discovery Bay picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Restaurants for Big Groups in Discovery Bay, CA
Shareable platters and space for ten-plus people. These Discovery Bay picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Lafayette
The Best Italian Restaurants in Lafayette, CA
Handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza and old-school red sauce. Here's where Lafayette locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best Mediterranean Food in Lafayette, CA
Shawarma, mezze, tapas, paella and fresh Greek plates. Here's where Lafayette locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
Best Date Night Restaurants in Lafayette, CA
Low lighting, great wine lists and food worth lingering over. These Lafayette picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Restaurants for Big Groups in Lafayette, CA
Shareable platters and space for ten-plus people. These Lafayette picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Danville
The Best Italian Restaurants in Danville, CA
Handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza and old-school red sauce. Here's where Danville locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best Mediterranean Food in Danville, CA
Shawarma, mezze, tapas, paella and fresh Greek plates. Here's where Danville locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
The Best American Restaurants in Danville, CA
Burgers, diners, gastropubs and California comfort food. Here's where Danville locals actually go, ranked by food quality, consistency and value rather than ad spend.
Best Date Night Restaurants in Danville, CA
Low lighting, great wine lists and food worth lingering over. These Danville picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Family Restaurants in Danville, CA
Roomy tables, kid-approved menus and fast, friendly service. These Danville picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.
Best Restaurants for Big Groups in Danville, CA
Shareable platters and space for ten-plus people. These Danville picks are chosen for exactly that occasion.