Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Pleasant Hill

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East Bay

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BeniciaConcordDanvillePleasant HillPort CostaWalnut Creek

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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A photo of Benihana - Concord, CA restaurant

1. Benihana - Concord, CA

3.9

Excellent(5777)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Concord

Booked 77 times today

Benihana in Concord, CA is a vibrant bar scene due to its lively ambiance. Customers rave about the 'fun atmosphere', 'fun people', and 'entertaining chefs' in their reviews. The 'ambiance is always fun', 'noise level was high' and 'happy hour is awesome' which further reinforces its vibrant bar scene.

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2. Fleming's Steakhouse - Walnut Creek

4.6

Exceptional(2739)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Walnut Creek

Booked 61 times today

Your Walnut Creek Fleming's is located in the heart of Walnut Creek's boutique and international shopping district on Mt. Diablo Boulevard. Fleming's in Walnut Creek is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.

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3. Wence's Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1395)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Pleasant Hill

Booked 22 times today

Wence's Restaurant is known for its lively bar scene, with customers frequently praising its great ambiance and popular bar. As one reviewer said, 'Bar looked popular' and another mentioned the 'awesome bar' and 'lovely presentation' of the cocktails. The restaurant's vibrant atmosphere is confirmed by the high ratings for ambience in the reviews.

4. Sasa

4.2

Awesome(2269)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Walnut Creek

Booked 28 times today

Nestled in the heart of Walnut Creek, Sasa is an experience. A beautifully transformed 100-year-old building and be transported to a world of culinary delights. The ambiance is both elegant and inviting, with a serene waterfall and Asian-inspired decor setting the stage for a memorable evening.Sasa's menu is a testament to Chef Philip Yang's passion for Japanese-inspired cuisine. He masterfully blends fresh, seasonal ingredients with global influences, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. From exquisitely crafted sushi and sashimi to innovative small plates, each dish is a work of art.Indulge in the melt-in-your-mouth Salmon Melt, a harmonious blend of crab, avocado, and parmesan aioli. Savor the vibrant flavors of the Rainbow Roll, bursting with fresh fish and vibrant colors. Their extensive sake selection and expertly crafted cocktails offer the perfect complement to your meal. Now serving lunch, reverse happy hour, and try our flat iron steak.

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5. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Walnut Creek

4.4

Awesome(4040)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Walnut Creek

Booked 66 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Walnut Creek is praised for its vibrant bar scene, with many reviews highlighting the excellent bar tenders and drinks. Customers love to sit at the bar, noting that the team takes great care of you. It's a perfect place to wine and dine with outstanding service and an incredible atmosphere.

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6. Il Fornaio - Walnut Creek

4.4

Awesome(4236)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Walnut Creek

Booked 36 times today

Step inside Il Fornaio and take an award-winning culinary journey through Italy. Specialties include house made pastas, wood-fired pizza, grilled fish, authentic risotto, and rotisserie meats. Using the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking techniques, Il Fornaio offers a wide variety of premium-quality Italian food paired with great cocktails and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list.

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7. Pacific Catch Walnut Creek

4.6

Exceptional(1387)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Walnut Creek

Booked 16 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.

8. Bella Siena

4.7

Exceptional(4372)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Benicia

Booked 52 times today

With gorgeous views of the Bay, Bella Siena offers a variety of unique and creative dishes drawn fromclassic Italian and innovative Californian cuisine. The seasonally influenced menufeatures fresh salads, savory pastas, hearty meat/seafood entrees and inventive daily specials.

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9. Bridges Restaurant

4.2

Awesome(5244)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Danville

Booked 17 times today

In it's 28-year history, Bridges has received many accolades and awards, including being honored as one of Diablo magazine's "Seven Best Restaurants in the East Bay". Whether dining on the lush, vine-covered patio while enjoying the sounds from our natural granite waterfall, or relaxing indoors amid a sophisticated, comfortable ambiance you will discover why Bridges is a favorite Bay Area dining destination. Executive Chef Kevin Gin awes with his innovative interpretation of California cuisine featuring European and Asian influences. The staff's professional eye for detail and commitment to exceptional service add to the upscale, yet unpretentious dining experience. Bridges warm elegance, spectacular menu and great energy make it the ideal venue for socializing with friends, celebrations, business meetings or private events.

10. Incontro

4.7

Exceptional(1860)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Danville

Booked 15 times today

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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Ginger
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
4.0
Dined today
Beautiful ambiance and the food was delicious! Servers very polite. Would return but with a word of caution. We sat quite a bit before server came to take drink orders. An individual in our party went to the bar and ordered for the table; it was promptly delivered. While I stated the food was delicious, the Gyoza was rubbery and perhaps the worst I have ever tasted. It was graciously taken off the bill. My sense is there was was something wrong in the kitchen; the food came out very slowly. I hope this was a one time "thing," perhaps they were short-staffed that day.
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SasaPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Walnut Creek
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4.2
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sherrieVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Service was great! Food was good as always.. Bene was very helpful and provide great service !
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Wence's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Californian• Pleasant Hill
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4.7
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Kyra
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
wonderful experience will be going back. Steak was perfect and me and my bf had a great server.
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Fleming's Steakhouse - Walnut CreekPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Walnut Creek
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4.6
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Kim
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Land and Sea is the best with melt in your mouth filet mignon!
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Benihana - Concord, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Concord
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3.9
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Kevin
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great experience. 9/10. The steaks were cooked perfectly. Service was excellent, professional yet friendly. Also one of the top steakhouses i’d recommend.
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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Walnut CreekPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Walnut Creek
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4.4

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