Ramen restaurant · Rockridge
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Chez Panisse alums apply California seasonality to ramen, from Meyer lemon shoyu to changing miso bowls, plus standout cocktails. A long-running Chronicle favorite that helped define Rockridge dining and still delivers on both craft and comfort.
Bar & grill · Lakeshore
Wood-fired Californian cuisine, creative cocktails, great bar program
2 Postcards
Vegan restaurant · Piedmont Avenue
Juicy vegan burgers, decadent milkshakes, and loaded tater tots
11 Postcards
Diner · Upper Laurel
Housemade sausages, breads, jams, pastries, and sticky buns
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Restaurant · Rockridge
Artisanal wood-fired pizzas, craft beer, and bay-view patio seating.
Bar · Northgate
Vast selection of craft beers on tap & to-go
Japanese restaurant · Piedmont Avenue
Affordable sushi & Japanese comfort food, tiny space
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Mediterranean restaurant · Montclair Business
Falafel, gyros, amazing burgers, and rotisserie chicken
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Tiki bar · Downtown
Tiki-inspired lounge with potent rum cocktails
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Fried chicken takeaway · Downtown
Nashville hot chicken sandwiches with 7 spice levels, sides, beer
Night club · Northgate
Live music, comedy & burlesque shows, pool, arcade, retro vibe
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