Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Richmond

146 restaurants available nearby

1. La Marcha

4.6

Exceptional(1228)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Berkeley

Booked 36 times today

La Marcha Tapas Bar, located in Berkeley, California, is a culinary gem led by Chef Sergio Monleon and Chef Emily Sarlatte. Known for its innovative Spanish cuisine, La Marcha offers signature paella dishes and a variety of delightful tapas. The restaurant has earned accolades including listed in the Michelin Guide, Best of the Bay awards, and recognition among the top 5 Spanish restaurants by several publications. Situated near landmarks such as UC Berkeley and BAMPFA, it boasts a cozy, rustic atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Committed to community service, Chef Sergio, Chef Emily, and the team actively participate in local and global charitable initiatives. Join us at La Marcha Tapas Bar for an unforgettable dining experience that celebrates the vibrant flavors and culture of Spain.

2. Juanita & Maude

4.8

Exceptional(1758)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Albany

Booked 31 times today

An intimate neighborhood restaurant, Juanita & Maude features Chef Scott Eastman's personal take on American Cuisine. The daily changing menu highlights classic dishes including Michelin Guide's top 5 hamburger in California. His refined comfort food is matched with seasonal craft cocktails and an international wine list. Juanita & Maude's lively dining room or serene outdoor patio is the perfect spot for a night out, celebration or special occasion. Conveniently located near the corner of Solano and San Pablo Avenues.

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3. Biancoverde at Hotel Mac

4.6

Exceptional(260)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Richmond

Booked 13 times today

Italian cuisine from the heart & soul by Executive Chef Fabio Bucio

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4. The Berkeley Boathouse

4.0

Excellent(572)

Price: Expensive

• American • Berkeley

Booked 6 times today

Enjoy a diversified and innovative menu prepared by our culinary team highlighting fresh, local ingredients paying tribute to purveyors from California and the Bay Area. With an emphasis on contemporary California cuisine, the Boathouse menu is inspired by the Berkeley waterfront offering the classic California dishes infused with global influences in an artful presentation to amuse your senses. Designed for sharing, our well-balanced menu consists of a selection of small plates, flatbreads, sides, composed salads, and main entrées.

5. Zaytoon

4.7

Exceptional(787)

Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • Albany

Booked 14 times today

Zaytoon Mediterranean Restaurant and Bar offers Mediterranean comfort foods with a modern American twist. Located at the corner of Solano and Kains, Zaytoon embraces the everyday Mediterranean kitchen, making it the focus of your casual fine dining experience. With hummus inspired by the flavors of Jerusalem and humanely raised meats, Zaytoon is much more than your average shawarma joint! Come try Zaytoon’s craft cocktails, created by the Jessica Maria, the owner of Albany's craft cocktail bar, the Hotsy Totsy Club. Meet up with your coworkers or friends for Zaytoon's full bar and Happy Hour! Reserve a table for your romantic night out. Reservations are not required for lunch as we have plenty of seating, but feel free to call us at 510-898-1316 to check availability.

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6. Hana Japan Steak & Seafood - Berkeley

4.3

Awesome(416)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Berkeley

Booked 30 times today

Hana Japan Steakhouse in Berkeley California specializes in teppanyaki and hibachi cuisine. The menu features USDA Choice Black Angus beef, grilled seafood items as well as vegetarian options. Try the Hibachi Salmon for a tasty dinner, the popular New York Steak or our newly added House Dry Aged Rib-Eye. Dinner items are served with a salad featuring our special organic Hana dressing, house soup, steamed rice and seasonal vegetables. Hana Japan’s menu also serves a kid-friendly dishes. Serving the San Francisco Bay area since 1979, Hana Japan draws a local regular crowd and proudly serve during dinner hours. Diners get to enjoy special discounts on their birthdays when they visit with parties of four or more. We are now open for dinner seven days a week. Reservations are Highly Recommended.

7. Babette

4.7

Exceptional(130)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Berkeley

Booked 20 times today

At Babette, the husband and wife team of Joan Ellis and Patrick Hooker, are in the kitchen preparing each plate to ensure that their vision and taste profile are translated to each diner. The attention to detail are evident in not only the food they make but also the ambience they have created. The interior of the restaurant is natural brick and the couple have chosen a rich color palette of deep blues and greens for the walls. An elegant chandelier hangs over a natural wood backed booth providing both a cozy and elegant feel to the room. Outside on the spacious patio, a magnificent redwood tree provides natural shade to the built in seating area and plants are abundant creating a lush, garden setting. Live music Brunches, New York style Pizza, unique Entrees and our famous Sicilian Lemon Almond Pistachio Cake are just a taste of what you will find at Babette. Warm and knowledgeable staff will make you feel like part of the family.

8. Ajanta Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1120)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Berkeley

Booked 10 times today

Ajanta features regional dishes from all over India, offered through a menu that changes every month. We feature organic chicken and vegetables. When possible, we use local and sustainable products. All seafood is sustainable, obtained from Monterey Fish Market. All meats are hormone- and antibiotic-free. Ajanta has been voted best Indian restaurant in the entire San Francisco Bay Area by Zagat Guide from 2009-2014. We were also voted best Indian restaurant in the Bay Area A-List contest from 2009-2011 and 2013. In addition, we have received top reviews in several publications, including the East Bay Express, Diablo Magazine, and the Contra Costa Times. We are also included in Michelin Guide.Our elegant dining hall features art inspired from the famous Ajanta caves in India.

9. Passione Emporio

4.9

Exceptional(191)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Berkeley

Booked 2 times today

What does Emporio mean? It’s market where you can get a variety of things you need. Today in small villages in Italy, the Emporio is the center of life. Villagers visit the Emporio daily to socialize, share local happenings, and get their local fresh goods, cheese, pasta, sandwiches, and bread. Passione is bringing a little piece of Italian small village life to you, here in Berkley. Our mission at Passione Emporio is to create a neighborhood restaurant that has the same feel of community and quality as old village Emporios. We source only the best local ingredients and craft them with traditional Italian recipes to make delicious food, with vegan options, along with an authentic array of Italian and locally sourced food and wine.Our rotating wine bar offers a selection of Italian, Californian and European wines and beers with Prosecco at the center of the list to accompany Italian salami and cheese plates during happy hour.

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10. House of Prime Rib

4.9

Exceptional(15878)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 215 times today

62 years of loyal customers can't be wrong. We are grateful to all of our customers, employees, and critics (...though we may not always agree!). The only way to find out the truth is with a visit. Oft imitated, never duplicated. Thank you in advance.

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Michael
San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Nice table very quiet Roger our server was excellent. only free parking is across the street parking in their lot is $40. The crab and shrimp sandwich was excellent though a little overpriced at $29 . The Caesar salad was average The calamari appetizer was great and we really enjoyed the wine flights. Would go back early enough to watch the sunset from the patio
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The Berkeley BoathousePrice: Expensive• American• Berkeley
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Jane
San Francisco Bay Area •30 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent service from gentleman on the outdoor patio (which is mostly covered and has good heating). Food is not only creative, but it’s delicious (not always true with “creative” food). It is expensive so will be an occasional, not a regular, spot for me.
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Juanita & MaudePrice: Very Expensive• American• Albany
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4.8
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Daniel
San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great atmosphere and service. We liked most of the food, some dishes more than others. Our favorites were the Piquillos, Croquetas, and the Sangria to drink. The desserts all looked great and we enjoyed one but I don’t recall the name. We recommend and will be back.
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La MarchaPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Berkeley
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4.6
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dorothy
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Nicely prepared food, arrived promptly and was very good. Staff was great
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Biancoverde at Hotel MacPrice: Moderate• Italian• Richmond
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4.6
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Betty
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
Everything we ate was delicious. The Beet Salad was well dressed and plentiful for two. The Short Ribs were tender and tasty - great comfort dish! The Lamb Kebabs and Couscous are my “go to favorite”. The Baklava w/Vanilla Ice Cream was “the right way to end a fantastic meal”! Our server was attentive (checked in on us regularly) and efficient. Wonderful dining experience!
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ZaytoonPrice: Moderate• Middle Eastern• Albany
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4.7

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146 restaurants available nearby

1. La Marcha

2. Juanita & Maude

3. Biancoverde at Hotel Mac

4. The Berkeley Boathouse

5. Zaytoon

6. Hana Japan Steak & Seafood - Berkeley

7. Babette

8. Ajanta Restaurant

9. Passione Emporio

10. House of Prime Rib

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