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Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in East Bay

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Updated November 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in East Bay? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


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4.9
4.9 (40)
$30 and under
American
Discovery Bay
About the restaurant
Marina Bar and Grill is a trendy, casual restaurant and bar situated in Discovery Bay.
We take pride in serving community favorites with exceptional service and a friendly smile.
Our prime location at Discovery Bay Marina offers stunning waterfront views for you to enjoy along with your delicious meal and refreshing drink.
In addition to our extensive take-out menu, we also host parties, events, and all special occasions.
We invite you to come and enjoy an unforgettable time with us!

Top review
Lynnvip
Dined on Nov 2, 2024
It was a terrific day and evening………… The waffles were die for….so delicious! Chef Bruce did terrific job! The music and the BLUES BAND was fabulous! I will definitely be back again…… A great way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Thanks Vanita and Rich…for a such wonderful time…… Lynn Handelman 🥰
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4.7
4.7 (1640)
$30 and under
German
Alameda
About the restaurant
Traditional German cuisine- Pickup-take out & delivery through UberEats, Postmates & Grubhub- Limited outdoor dining.
Top review
Michaelvip
Dined on Nov 2, 2024
Generous serving sizes, good selection of beers & great tasting German cuisine. Will definitely come back.
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4.7
4.7 (8228)
$30 and under
Japanese
Oakland
About the restaurant
Yoshi's has served Japan's best traditional dishes to Bay Area patrons since 1972. The menu highlights artfully arranged sushi, fresh grilled seafood, classic Japanese dishes, and vegetarian fare. Patrons can kick off their shoes in the traditional Japanese tatami seating or dine at tables. Expert sushi chefs create sushi and sashimi to order either in the restaurant or in the jazz house. Start the evening in the cocktail lounge before dinner or have a nightcap after taking in a show in the jazz house.
Top review
Linda
Dined 1 day ago
A wonderful, memorable first time experience. Our server was warm, friendly and efficient, the food was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. We were there to have dinner before the spectacular show in the showroom, and the full evening was really enjoyable. We'll be back.
A photo of Blue Sakana - Blackhawk (Formerly Blue Gingko - Blackhawk) restaurant
4.7
4.7 (142)
$30 and under
Japanese
San Ramon
About the restaurant
Come to unwind, stay for the unexpected

Blue Sakana is an Izakaya style restaurant with share plates where friends can go to have a drink and unwind after a long day. Chef and owner, JD prepares Japanese influenced dishes from around the world consisting of an eclectic mix of local and seasonal meat, noodle, sashimi, and traditional sushi specialties, with an emphasis on a unique variety of fresh seafood.

The staff welcomes you into their house and offers up comfort, hospitality and fun. Blue Sakana Blackhawk features an outdoor patio and a full bar, stocked with an extensive selection of sake, where our team happily introduce diners to the world of sake.

Top review
Bradleyvip
Dined on Nov 3, 2024
Better than Nobu. Yeah, I said it. Way better than the previous tenant.
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4.5
4.5 (225)
$31 to $50
Caribbean
Walnut Creek
About the restaurant
LITA, a modern Latin-Caribbean restaurant in the heart of Walnut Creek's dynamic downtown. With interiors inspired by Miami's diverse art scene and vibrant cultural influences, LITA is the perfect place for any occasion.
Top review
shirley
Dined 3 days ago
Another amazing meal. Cocktails and shareables were served immediately and deliciously. Service was absolutely the best.
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4.4
4.4 (1363)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Oakland
About the restaurant
MUA is known for its open atmosphere, eclectic décor, art events and, of course, its delicious food. Ideal for large parties or intimate gatherings, the spacious dining room creates a relaxed, casual vibe for guests to enjoy their meals. A large selection of wines, cocktails and beers make MUA a great spot for an evening out with friends.

Family owned and run Mua was one of the first restaurants to open in what was then Auto Row in Oakland, in 2008. After their first 2 restaurants, Pastoral in Berkeley (first opened in 1982 while still students, 37 in the architecture program at Cal and San-Ju painting at SFAI) then later Soizic (Jack London Square, 1996), they wanted to shift gears from heavily curated menus to more comfort-based fare catering more to the eclectic and artistic community in Oakland. Today you’ll find people of all ages and backgrounds, from Too Short to Jerry Brown.

Top review
Christian
Dined on Oct 30, 2024
Great food and great experience. Love the open feel. Can get a bit noisy but its part of the ambiance and I would not change a thing. They were really busy for a Tuesday night. They made our birthday celebrations special!!
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4.4
4.4 (180)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Newark
About the restaurant
Bistro 880 offers a Modern American Cuisine with hints of the Pacific Rim. Bistro 880 has been awarded the Diner's Choice Award 3 years in a row in 2022, 2023, and 2024. We feature signature cocktails to refresh your palate. Thursday is Half-Off Wine Night. Bring all your friends or a loved one and enjoy an evening out. All bottles of wine are half off of the menu price with the purchase of a dinner entree.
Breakfast is served Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 10:00am. On Saturday and Sunday, Breakfast is open from 6:30am to 11:00am.
Dinner is served from 4:00pm to 10:00pm Monday to Thursday.
On Friday & Saturday, Bistro 880 is open for dinner from 5:00pm to 11:00pm. Prime Rib dinner specials are available on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday Nights. Dinner is served from 5:00pm to 9:00pm on Sunday.
Happy Hour is from 4:00pm to 6:00pm Monday through Friday.
Live Music on Friday and Saturday from 9:00pm to 1:00am. No one under 21 years of age allowed in the lounge area or dance floor.

Top review
Antoinette
Dined on Oct 14, 2024
Our dinner was great!!!!Perfect price, excellent service,good food.
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4.2
4.2 (8)
$30 and under
Mexican
Fremont
About the restaurant
Welcome to Mas Fuego, a vibrant Mexican-style kitchen and tequila bar. We take great pride in sharing authentic flavors of Mexico with you, with each dish celebrating our rich culinary heritage. Savor our aromatic foods and handcrafted cocktails, and let us provide you with a warm, memorable dining experience that feels just like home.
Top review
Spencer
Dined 3 days ago
At first I was skeptical, but this turned out to be a great experience. Service was very attentive and the food was great. I would come back again if in the area. Drinks were great too!
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4.2
4.2 (221)
$30 and under
Brazilian
Emeryville
About the restaurant
Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.
Top review
Ebony
Dined 5 days ago
This was my first time experiencing something like this & I enjoyed it very much. I would do it again. Everyone was so nice & knowledgeable.
A photo of Elevation LVK restaurant
4.1
4.1 (420)
$31 to $50
Californian
Livermore
About the restaurant
Open for In-door & Patio Dining! Lunch/Small Plates/Dinner Wed-Fri, Brunch Sat/Sun, DJ Thurs at 6 pm, Live music Fri/Sat 6-9 pm, and Sun 11-2 pm.

Elevation LVK is a full service restaurant at the Livermore Airport in the terminal building overlooking the jet runway.

Every aspect of our service is geared towards fine dining and the most unique experience in a relaxing and inspirational setting while seasonal recipes provide the finest quality of food from California Farmers and Foragers, prepared with love and care.

We strive to make your experience a memorable one, while we change our menu by the season, we will always have your favorites.

Our wine list features the finest local wines.

The dining experience includes calming views of the rolling hills of Livermore Valley in the backdrop to the Airport setting with airplanes and helicopters in the foreground.

The year around aviation events add a novelty to the experience at Elevation LVK.

Top review
Laila
Dined on Nov 2, 2024
First time eating at Elevation LVK, met family there. The atmosphere was great, always fun watching airplanes land and take off. We had breakfast, food was delicious, our waiter was great, he was very friendly and efficient. Will definitely eat there again, thank you!!
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