Diners' Choice: Great for brunch restaurants in East Bay

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Updated July 05, 2025

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Baxters Restaurant & Bar

4.9

4.9 (75)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Benicia

About the restaurant

Baxters is a casual fine dining experience located on First Street in the waterside town of Benicia. We are known for our Beef Wellington and succulent Scallops.

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Randy

Dined on Jun 29, 2025

Great food and great presentation of the entree. Bartender makes a fine cocktail.

Incontro

4.7

4.7 (1866)

$30 and under

Italian

Danville

About the restaurant

Located in Downtown Danville, Incontro Ristorante offers Italian cuisine from all the regions of Italy. We offer signature dishes like our famous gnocchi, lasagna, comfort food and more as well as daily specials. We offer upscale casual indoor dining in the historic Hartz House and outdoor dining in our garden patio. You can enjoy live music on the patio during the dry months. The word Incontro means encounter, signifying the coming together of family and friends in a lovely and family friendly atmosphere while dining and enjoying wine from Italy and California. Our indoor and outdoor full bar offers classic and signature cocktails. House made Focaccia is served with your meal. All our sauces and desserts are made in house. We offer brunch buffet on Sundays (except holidays) and lunch on Saturdays. Parking is easy in our private parking lot off of Railroad Avenue.

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PamelaVIP

Dined on Jun 30, 2025

Great food, great experience as always! Ambience is great, food selection is great

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4.6

4.6 (359)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Alameda

About the restaurant

The Star features the same delicious Chicago-style deep dish pizza that made Little Star Pizza famous, with their consistent Guardian's Best of the Bay Pizza. We have an extended menu including salads, appetizers, and sandwiches. We feature an artisan full bar as well as a diverse beer and wine menus. We are family friendly and accept reservations for large parties as well. We look forward to you joining us!

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ElvaVIP

Dined on Jun 1, 2025

it was great food great service and wonderful atmosphere. I loved it

Fizz Walnut Creek

4.6

4.6 (54)

$31 to $50

Wine Bar

Walnut Creek

About the restaurant

FIZZ IS 21 & OVER ONLY!

Experience the Sparkle of Fizz Walnut Creek – Your Destination for Champagne & Sparkling Wine!

Discover Fizz Walnut Creek, the East Bay’s premier champagne bar and dining experience. Located in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek, Fizz offers a curated selection of luxury champagnes, sparkling wines, and expertly created champagne flights! Pair your drinks with our small plates, oysters, duck fat fries, cheese boards, caviar, and other items to enhance your champagne experience!

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, planning a romantic date night, or gathering with friends, Fizz provides a chic, vibrant atmosphere with options like our cozy heated patio, intimate private bubbles room, and full venue buyouts. Join us for exclusive events, wine club perks, and a dining experience that sparkles as much as the bubbles in your glass.

Reserve your table on OpenTable today and let us add a little fizz to your evening!

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MonikaVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Always fabulous! Owner, people who work there, champagne and food. Special place!

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Experience

Nuit Francais

Experience

Date Night Out Package

Experience

Girls Night Out Special

The Peach

4.6

4.6 (36)

$30 and under

Breakfast

Oakland

About the restaurant

We are a joyful, feel-good restaurant: The Peach, a vibrant all-day brunch spot at the historic Lakeshore Ave brought to you by the award-winning team behind Jo’s Modern Thai. The Peach reimagines your favorite American brunch classics with bold Asian twists, like Curry Shrimp Congee (a fresh take on shrimp and grits) and Smash Fried Chicken and Pancakes.

Our team provides warm, welcoming hospitality in a variety of unique settings—whether you’re dining in our cozy indoor dining room, soaking up the sun on our peach-hued patio, or hosting a special gathering in our tiger wallpapered private dining room.

Come experience The Peach for yourself—where brunch meets creativity and every visit feels like a celebration.

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Michael

Dined on May 3, 2025

Delicious food and fantastic service. Highly recommended

Skates on the Bay

4.5

4.5 (7622)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Berkeley

About the restaurant

Skates on the Bay is a beautiful and historic waterfront gathering place for fresh seafood and unmatched views of the San Francisco Bay, offering lunch, brunch and dinner dining year-round. Originally opened in 1984 in the Berkeley Marina, the reimagined Skates on the Bay now boasts a modern and stunning decor, a new Raw Bar, elegant Private Dining Room and innovative local-driven menus.

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Kathy

Dined 2 days ago

Lovely servers, gorgeous view, great selection of delicious food.

Oeste

4.5

4.5 (70)

$30 and under

American

Oakland

About the restaurant

Oeste is a 100 seat bar and kitchen with a rooftop deck, located in the heart of Old Oakland. At Oeste, we are committed to providing an inviting and inclusive atmosphere, offering food for the soul, and pouring the highest quality spirits, wines and beers. We offer exemplary dishes by focusing on fresh, organic and sustainably farmed ingredients, fusing California cuisine with Latin, Southern and Asian influences. Enjoy one of our signature tap margaritas while lounging on the deck or watching a Warriors game at the bar.

Come solo or with friends and family and enjoy what Oeste has to offer!

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Victoria

Dined 5 days ago

I love Oeste! They have the nicest staff, great cocktails and their catfish is PHENOMENAL! Lexx Jones DJing brings all the vibes together for the ultimate happy hour.

Peony Seafood Restaurant

4.3

4.3 (37)

$30 and under

Chinese

Oakland

About the restaurant

Peony Seafood restaurant is a dim sum and seafood restaurant serving the Bay Area for over 20 years. It's located at the heart of Chinatown Oakland CA. Our professional chefs from Hong Kong provide an authentic experience with every traditional food they prepare - from mouthwatering BBQ pork buns to flavorful Peking duck. Our food isn't just great because it's finger-licking. We insist that everything at Peony Seafood Restaurant is made by hand only using original and fresh ingredients.

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Aaron

Dined on Jun 22, 2025

This was our 1st visit and we enjoyed everything we tried. The service was attentive. The decor was pretty. Will come back to try something new from their extensive menu. Will recommend to family and friends.

Elliston Vineyards

4.2

4.2 (25)

$31 to $50

Winery

Sunol

About the restaurant

Tucked away in the hills of Sunol is Elliston Vineyards. The property – with its historic stone mansion, lush grounds, and secluded Terrace Room offers a unique and picturesque atmosphere that is sure to provide an enjoyable and memorable experience for any occasion. We encourage you to visit Elliston, tour the estate, taste the wines, and enjoy your time at this old-world property.

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Tatyana

Dined 5 days ago

Beautiful place! Very friendly stuff. We tried only wite wines and these were nice.

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Experience

Sommelier Tasting

ZENTRL Kitchen + Bar - City Center

4.1

4.1 (366)

$31 to $50

Californian

San Ramon

About the restaurant

Discover ZENTRL Kitchen + Bar at THE LOT City Center, where California-Asian fusion meets Mexican flair. Indulge in dishes like Grilled Miso Salmon, Adobada Pork Belly Bao Bun, and Ahi Poke Tacos in a stylish, inviting setting. Enjoy Signature Margaritas, Asian-inspired cocktails, and a selection of fine wines and craft beers. Join us for brunch, a game, or a night out with friends—right in San Ramon.

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BrianVIP

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

I got an email from the restaurant advertising their Father’s Day 1/2 lb Wagyu Burger with draft beer special for $20 valid June 13-28. But when we ordered it, our server knew nothing about it. I wasn’t too surprised as employees are often the last to know about what Corporate Management advertises to the public. Our server had to check with a couple of other employees before finding someone who knew about it! So now we’re in business! The burger was DELICIOUS, and perfectly cooked to our medium rare request. It comes with maitake mushrooms and Brie cheese. The rotating IPA draft we selected was equally tasty. Get the special if you see this by June 28. The Wagyu burger alone is $25. But a great deal for $20 with your choice of draft beer. 🍔🍻 Hopefully Management will save their employees embarrassment with better communication 🙏

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