Original Joe's Walnut Creek

High quality for high prices, but worth the splurge! Worth the wait for a table. Art deco atmosphere with attention to details all around

Original Joe’s out here in Walnut Creek is the spot you want to be - even at opening rush hour when it’s buzzing, the team makes you feel welcome from the second you walk in. The place has serious style: modern design with a centered view of South Main Street, a lively bar(mmmm, those drinks), a kitchen bar? for the action, three dining halls, and a cozy fireplace vibe. Service? Think organized chaos in the best way - the staff moves fast, always checking in, and clearly cares about making your night great. How’s my friend said – minion’s family 👍 The portions here are no joke - yes, prices lean higher, but one look at your plate and you’ll get it. The calamari was spot-on, and the entrées are pure comfort-food glory. Better think before you order😉 Drinks are a must - every one we tried was unique and expertly made. Big shout-out to Sarah, who’s crushing it at just 22, and to GM Chris, who knows exactly how to treat guests and keep them coming back. Pro tip: stick around for the after-hours treat - it’s the cherry on top. We’ll be back… tomorrow. No joke.

We hit up Original Joe’s in Walnut Creek on opening weekend and it was like trying to get into a nightclub that serves meatballs. No reservations yet, just pure first come first serve chaos. We showed up at 4:45 and the soonest table was 8:30. Like true food warriors we put our name down and retreated across the street to Cooperage for a pre-dinner dinner. At 7:45 we got the text that our table was ready. Of course by then we were already home in sweatpants, but we threw on our shoes and rushed back because apparently we will run for food. We started with mussels and meatballs and both were excellent. For dessert I had the sundae which was solid while my partner went with the butter cake. The butter cake was decent but a little dry and overcooked which felt like the food version of a bad first date. Considering it was their opening weekend the experience was still a win. I grew up going to the Original Joe’s in San Francisco so it is pretty great to now have one right here in Walnut Creek. We will be back for a proper dinner and brunch once they get reservations going. I am sure this will end up as one of our regular spots in town.

WOW! Opening day is packed and hectic, but the staff and food is phenomenal - fast and friendly and hard working. Great service & Great food !!! Our waiter Jared H was the best.

Just went to the new Original Joe’s in Walnut Creek and I’m already hooked! The atmosphere is warm and inviting with a great energy that makes it perfect for a night out. The food is absolutely outstanding—fresh, flavorful, and authentic with every bite. The drinks were equally impressive, crafted with care and perfectly balanced. A special shoutout to Ronnie at the bar, who was not only friendly and attentive but also made excellent recommendations that really elevated the experience. This place is a gem, and I can’t wait to come back!

I absolutely love the SF location of Original Joe’s, so I knew I had to bring my dad down for day 4 of opening to celebrate his birthday. The wait was definitely long — but 100% worth it. From start to finish, we were treated wonderfully. The service was outstanding, and the team made the evening feel special for us. Great food, great atmosphere, and even better service. Can’t wait to be back already!

I was there for the grand opening. Very nice decor and great atmosphere. The opening crowd overwhelmed the staff, but the front of the house and the back of the house worked amazingly well together. Lots of nice old school touches. My wife left the table for a moment and a waiter stopped by to pick up her napkin from her seat, fold it, and place it back on the table. When plates were bussed from the table, another waiter stopped by with a crumb scraper to tidy the table. Generous food portions, nicely presented and very tasty. A modern version of an old school diner, but with an elegant and welcoming twist.

Great opening! Great Vibe. Emily at the bar was awesome, classic food

Long time fans of Original Joe's! We have been so excited to welcome this restaurant to Walnut Creek! We thoroughly enjoyed Opening Night (which says a lot considering the typical bumps in the road for a new restaurant) the restaurant flowed easily and gave the vibe that they've been open for months! In spite of crowds, the staff remained calm, welcoming, and focused on creating an experience for guests. The food was its typical deliciousness but even more, I enjoyed the service and all of the team members who visibly covered each other, pitched in regardless of their role, and brought the ultimate customer service. We enjoyed a cocktail and shared the wedge salad which is always way more than just a simple wedge, The cocktails were the perfect blend of classic and creative! We brought a sentimental bottle of 2014 Pine Ridge, single designate wine and the corkage was not only reasonable but the experience welcoming to enjoy a personal bottles of unique wine. My spouse loved his chicken parmigiana and ravioli, I have looked forward to opening night just to enjoy their Calamari Dore and mashed potatoes which did not disappoint. Wrapped it up with a shared butter cake which is the perfect mix of fresh fruit, butter cake, ice cream and just enough chocolate. I can't say enough about our server Dominic who went above and beyond to make our dinner a memorable experience and make Joe's feel like home! His personality and attention to detail made us feel like old friends. This is a place that we look forward to returning to time after time. We're so thankful to finally have them in Walnut Creek.

Visit #2 on day 2 of operation. This time, we manned the counter. It's an experience all should have as you get to see all of the food offerings. Counter service was just as good as table service. Very Good, hilarious actually. Fun time. The experience and ambience is great in this place. I'll be a regular. This time. Split the 3/4 lb hamburger steak. This is the best value in the joint, Burger, 2 beers, fries, Less than 40 bucks. The aroma and taste A+. Served on sourdough. Russian River brews. Yah!

My wife and I were excited for its Grand Opening on August 14. We waited for a couple of days since we knew it will be busy since it's the only one in east bay. Today, August 17, we finally got to try the Walnut Creek location for dinner. The ambiance was delightful. We got seated after 10 minutes of waiting and had the opportunity to be in front of the bar to see the chef along side the cooks. We also had the pleasure to meet the owner (Elena Duggan) as she greeted us and asked if we are enjoying our food. Very friendly and such a humble person! What we ordered: Appetizer Zucchini Fries - I have never heard of a restaurant serve this kind of fries and we were astounded by its crunchiness and flavorful taste when we tried it in San Francisco Mains Fussili Pasta - My wife said it's delicious and could be better in terms of being able to taste more pesto in the sauce. Joe's Slow Roasted Prime Rib - Medium Rare is the way! It was melting in your mouth and a good combination with the mash potato and creamy spinach. Dessert - Joe's Warm Buttery Cake - One of a kind dessert where you can't find anywhere else. The cake was warm and moist served with vanilla ice cream. Definitely worth a try after the mains (if you still have room left lol) Special shoutout to Jason, Christian and Caljanae. My wife and I are flattered for your outstanding service that definitely makes us want to keep going back Great Service. Great Atmosphere and food was very delicious

My ultimate restaurant checklist--silverware, bathrooms, and dessert: all passed my check list. Original Joe's is serving not just food, but vibes you can't ignore. First off, the silverware? On point. Bonus: the bathrooms were a whole experience--spacious, light cherry pink, with fresh flowers that made it feel luxe. The service? Immaculate. Like, everyone checked in, and we felt totally cared for. Sitting at the bar added an extra touch of excitement with a kitchen view. Zucchini fries? A must-order every time. The Caesar salad was a salty skip, lasagna didn't make the cut, but the lemon meringue pie? Absolute perfection. This spot has nailed that mix of class and comfort that keeps you wanting more". Will we be back... absolutely PS the servings are plentiful. You can share as we did.

I went in after the Grand opening and it was busy for Lunch service. I had slid into a Bar seat at the counter. It seemed it was self seating in the Bar area. I had ordered a Negroni with Tanqueray and it had a weird garnish. It had a big block and a little onion piece. It strangely worked and i opted for a Burger and side salad for Lunch. Bar patrons were Original Joes fans and came all the way over from SF to have lunch. My Burger was perfectly cooked pink and salad was basic greens. I did ask for Extra tomato slices since Burger didn't come with any. It seemed really busy but the Staff was on top of everything and small request. I will go back and try the Italian fare and maybe eat table side and enjoy the ambiance.

Visited Original Joe's in Walnut Creek a few weeks ago & no matter which location I visit everything is consistently made which I love and appreciate. For our appetizer we ordered the calamari for the table which was lightly breaded and crispy just how we like it. For the main I ended up getting the Fusilli Pesto pasta with added chicken. The pesto sauce is creamy and it paired perfectly with the chicken. The staff has been great dealing with the new opening!

This new location has a lot of potential but there are a few things they need to fine tune. 5-stars for the excellent front of house service and wait staff. Everyone who serviced our table was welcoming, friendly, and attentive. The interior space was clean and nicely decorated. 4-stars for the food. The calamari was the winner, with great texture and flavor. The bread basket was also very good. The aracini and lasagna was decent. The bacon turkey sandwich was ok, but the chips were oily and soggy. Overall, everything was just a little too salty. 2-stars for the wait time, and back of house/kitchen staff. We waited 30 minutes for a table, and an additional 40 minutes for our order. There were several mistakes along the way which caused an additional 15 minute delay (they forgot the bread basket, and brought a couple of dishes that were different from what we ordered). This place is worth a try if you're not in a hurry. Reservations are recommended.

Original Joe's out here in Walnut Creek is the spot you want to be - even at opening rush hour when it's buzzing, the team makes you feel welcome from the second you walk in. The place has serious style: modern design with a centered view of South Main Street, a lively bar(mmmm, those drinks), a kitchen bar? for the action, three dining halls, and a cozy fireplace vibe. Service? Think organized chaos in the best way - the staff moves fast, always checking in, and clearly cares about making your night great. How's my friend said - minion's family The portions here are no joke - yes, prices lean higher, but one look at your plate and you'll get it. The calamari was spot-on, and the entrées are pure comfort-food glory. Better think before you order Drinks are a must - every one we tried was unique and expertly made. Big shout-out to Sarah, who's crushing it at just 22, and to GM Chris, who knows exactly how to treat guests and keep them coming back. Pro tip: stick around for the after-hours treat - it's the cherry on top. We'll be back... tomorrow. No joke.

We went to the new Original Joes in Walnut Creek. They have only been open for a couple days so we wanted to give them a try. The good: * The restaurant is new and clean with a nice retro diner vibe. * the front of house service is really good. They're very friendly and there are tons of workers here. * most of the dishes are provide generous portions and are pretty good. The calamari is huge and the lasagna is flavorful (but a bit too salty) The bad: * it's slow. It took 30 min to get a table, 15 min to get the order in, another 15 to get the appetizers and another 40 to get entrees. All in, we were here for 2 hours. * they made lots of mistakes. They forgot the bread, the turkey bacon club was missing the bacon, and they initially delivered an eggplant Parmesan dish instead of the lasagna. Then they awkwardly removed this eggplant from the table and we waited another 10 minutes for the lasagna. * they have 2 or 3 manager types in suits that randomly walk around and observe. They're weirdly staring at workers and customers. It's strange. * some of the food is just too salty (lasagna and calamari for example)

Pick your location. The food is simply good all across the board. There is a reason why Joe's is so popular. Pick a dish. Any dish. Simply well done. Service is spectacular. If you need to wait for a table, then just sit down or head to the bar and relax. It's worth the wait.

So thrilled to have Original Joe's in Walnut Creek. It's been a long time coming! The wait for lunch was around 45 minutes. Not bad considering they told us it was going to be a little over an hour. Service is top notch. The interior is gorgeous. The staff was friendly and checked in on us. Started with the crispy tower of calamari and a yummy coconut margarita. I ordered the filet of sole and my husband chose the 16 oz ribeye. I selected the ravioli as my side and my husband got the mashed potatoes. They were fluffy and creamy. We were seated near the vibrant open kitchen and the fries looked so good so we had to order that as well. Complimentary assorted bread was outstanding with freshly whipped butter. Everything was fantastic. No more driving to Westlake Joe's in Daly City when I can come here. Positive vibes all around. Can't wait to return.

Ok, the brand spanking new Original Joe's is open at last, to much anticipation and buzz. We made it in on opening day - as did everyone else and their mama. A huge crowd of see-and-be-seens descended on the place like locusts to take in this much-anticipated addition to the Walnut Creek restaurant scene. Opening days at restaurants are always highly unpredictable, and rarely without snags. In this case, Original Joe's carried out their grand opening very well overall, especially given the volume. They knew they would be swamped, and they were ready for it. They have a large, well-trained team. Very refreshing to see, when so many places are chronically understaffed these days. You can tell a lot of careful planning went into this launch. We learned that the tables in the cocktail lounge are open seating, so we snagged one. Our server Dominic was absolutely awesome! Looking forward to seeing him again in future visits. Now for the one piece of constructive feedback.... There was a huge opening day crowd, and staff seemed to be under some pressure to turn tables. This was understandable under the circumstances; after all, they wanted to make sure everyone got a chance to enjoy the full experience on opening day. However, it is also important not to make patrons feel rushed. The staff here don't know us yet, but we like to take our time when we go out. We don't 'camp', either; we keep ordering throughout our visit, spend a considerable amount, and tip well. Like I said, they're not familiar with us yet, so I am not taking away from an otherwise well-deserved five-star rating; just offering some friendly advice to management to keep in mind for the future. More turned tables doesn't always translate into more profit. The customer experience is what matters, and what ensures patrons will return, and business will thrive. I wish Original Joe's many years of success in Walnut Creek, and we will return soon. Like tomorrow.

I have been to the original Original Joe's  way back in the day I think on Taylor in San Francisco. I would meet up with my brother there, fun times. Then there was a fire and they rose from the ashes up on Union and something sort of across from the awesome Tony's Pizza. I think there is another location but who cares because now they are in Walnut Creek, yep in the DubC, finally. So we were able to muscle our way to a table in the open seating cocktail lounge with no wait since the arms on my partner are intimidating AF. Yes ladies, go to the gym and work instead of looking at your social media. Ok, enough of that. After thinking we needed to free up the table we moved to the bar after a 20 minute seek and destroy mission as to who is leaving next. SCORE, made it. So at the table we had the artichoke spinach dip, mussels, and linguine and clams. Probably the best linguine and clams I have ever had. Not sure what they put in there. Yes we had a drink or two but this is a family channel. Moved to the bar. After scoping out possible people moving off the bar with the skill of a Navy Seal on a kill mission we scored 2 seats. No, you don't understand the looks, the these seats are ours, the f- off dude don't even try to get these seats. And after lots of looks, we prevailed. Also, have you seen the arms on my partner.  Seriously, you do not want to tangle with her. So great experience overall. Yep, first day flood of people but for the most part handled well. Shout out to Dominic or server person, great job and seemingly a nice person. Side note, he may have grown up here but left and only has recently relocated, so isn't jaded by the DubC 'culture'. Even though opening day/night is a zoo we will be back.

We love their North Beach location. After a funeral, thought we'd pop in. We were quoted a 3.5 hour wait! There is a counter where you need to put your name in. Bar area is first come first served. A woman cut us in line at the bar chatting with people that were paying - we approached to say they cut and we were told we were rude - hostess/manager said she couldn't do anything. We waited and got a small table in the bar area soon after and sat next to very sweet people. Amazing service! Servers and bussers did an amazing job. Great cocktails, wine and food! Can't wait until they take reservations! Mangia!

Original Joe's Walnut Creek - the new kid on the block. Their grand opening day was 8/14/2025. This is the first location in the East Bay, with their four others located in SF, one in SJ, and one in San Rafael. My SO and I used to frequent the Westlake and Union St in San Francisco often, so we knew what to expect in terms of high quality, great tasting food. On weekends they open 10AM. We got there around 11:15AM and expected a wait with all the hype. We saw a news outlet announce the grand opening and also a post on a popular FB group. We were told it would be a 10-15 min wait for a table of 6. However, I clarified that our party was 4 adults and 2 kids. Hostess said the wait for an indoor table would be 45ish min bc we needed a booster and high chair and those can only fit at certain tables. We thought that was interesting, so we opted for the patio which did not have a wait. Pro tip: they only seat you when your whole party is there. We were seated around 11:50am, give or take a few min. Out on the patio, they have no heat lamps and it was quite windy in the shaded patio. Wish they had told us that! Had to go back to the car to get jackets. No biggie. They brought out a high chair but explained they ran out of boosters, so we had to stack two seat cushions to do a makeshift booster. Our server greeted us and told us off the bat that they were out of chicken tenders and prime rib. He also mentioned they could do a spaghetti with butter and cheese for the kids as an off menu item. We ended ordering the zucchini fries, spicy rigatoni, and side salad. My two friends ordered the eggplant parm, Cobb salad, and the spaghetti with butter and cheese for the kids. We also ordered bread for the table. The zucchini fries came out first around 12:25, then the bread at 12:30. Next was my side salad a few min later. This salad was the item that deviated most from the other O Joe's locations. It was just romaine, vinaigrette, and black pepper in a small bowl. I had asked for vinaigrette on the side but it did not come like that. I didn't want to send it back to an already overwhelmed kitchen. In their other locations, the side salad is huge and comes with cherry tomatoes and red onions. Not worth the $8.95. 30ish min later, the spicy rigatoni, Cobb salad, and eggplant parm dishes were out. The rigatoni was cooked well and the vodka sauce had good flavor and had a little bit of a kick for spiciness. We thought it was well balanced. We asked for crushed red pepper on the side to give it more of a kick to our liking. Only thing is that it came out on the colder side, like it'd been sitting out a while. At other locations we've tried, servers had to tell us that plates were hot and not to touch them. Friends also said that the eggplant parm was great. I wish I had a photo bc the potion was huge! Kids also finished the spaghetti with butter and cheese, so we'll count that as a win! We rank the dishes in order of most to least favorite as follows: - zucchini fries - eggplant parm - spicy rigatoni - Cobb salad - side salad With any grand opening comes with growing pains as all the teams work to get into a groove. We'll definitely be back to try in the near future and hopefully there will be heat lamps on the patio and food will come out on the hotter side.

I was passing through Walnut Creek and saw OJ's. I've been a fan for 50 years, having grown up going to the Daly City location, and am now fairly regular at North Beach. I had heard they were going to open in Walnut Creek, but didn't realize this was opening night. I was only there for drinks, and they were about to shut down, but said I could go to the bar. This new location has the same great service, quality, ambiance and friendly staff you'd expect. At one point, GM Chris came up and in the most polite and friendly way, let us know that we they would be closing, and he had to get his hard-working staff home. That shows he cares about his customers and his employees. Rare and appreciated. I ran into friends who had just had dinner (they also grew up on Westlake Joe's). They loved the new spot. We'll be back.

So glad they're finally open! I've grown up near the Daly City location and would go often for special occasions. We were so hesitant to come on their second day open but we couldn't help ourselves. We went over just before they opened on a Friday and it was great! I've only been to OJs for dinner before so going for lunch was such a great move! We had their zucchini fries and wraps for lunch and it was the perfect size and so yummy! Service was attentive and pretty quick. Ambiance was what to expect for an OJs - classic and upbeat and lively! Truly such a great addition to Walnut Creek. So happy we have another place to indulge that's just in walking distance! Will definitely be back.

Wow!!!! Impressive, on second day of service they killed it all the way around. Food , service, drinks and desserts were all amazing . Welcome to Walnut Creek, what a great addition to our community. We'll be back, loved it !

10/10 experience! Me and my mom went today and everything was absolutely amazing, not one bad thing to say. They opened just a couple days ago and they are on it, I'm surprised how efficiently everything works with them just being open and it being very busy! I'm so excited this place is now in Walnut creek. What we ordered (see photos): * bay shrimp and avocado sandwich *Lemon meringue dessert * zucchini fries All the food was amazing, me and her shared everything and the portions are fairly large. I would definitely recommend the zucchini fries for a party of at least four people because it is pretty big and we couldn't finish all of them lol. The service: Great! We did wait 45 minutes for a table but they took our number and texted us when our table was ready. A wait of that long was definitely worth it and also was very understandable because it just opened up and was extremely busy for lunch when we got there. Our waitress was extremely kind and very attentive, constantly checking on us asking how everything was. They also were coming by and refilling our water frequently. Additionally, the owner and mangers were walking around checking with people on their food. I genuinely think this is the best restaurant I've been in when it comes to customer service! Ambiance: It was really nice inside, most of the tables were all booths unless you wanted to sit at the bar area. And half way through our food they dimmed the lights. They also were playing upbeat music, it was definitely a louder restaurant but we were absolutely not bothered by it. They also do have an open kitchen concept so there are a lot of people running around getting food to tables, they were super on it. Overall amazing experience at this restaurant they work extremely effectively, service and food was amazing! For sure coming back!

Original Joe's has officially landed in Walnut Creek, and it brings with it all the old-school charm, generous portions, and timeless Italian-American flavor that made its San Francisco location a legend. Ambiance: The space beautifully blends classic and modern -- dark wood, cozy booths, white tablecloths, and a long bar that makes you feel like you've stepped into a 1950s supper club. The framed caricatures and nostalgic artwork (including a standout piece featuring Bruno, the Original Joe's co-founder) give the space personality and history. Even during peak hours, the energy feels warm and welcoming, not chaotic. Service: Despite a packed house, the staff was attentive, friendly, and kept things moving. There was a hiccup with my order -- I originally received the Meat Lasagna instead of the Eggplant Parmigiana -- but the server quickly acknowledged the mistake, apologized, and had the correct dish remade with a 15-minute wait. I appreciated the professionalism and follow-through. Food: * Fried Calamari (7/10): A bit salty for my taste, but still crispy and satisfying. * Meat Lasagna (9/10): I only had a couple of bites while trying to identify if it was Eggplant Parmigiana (it wasn't), but it was rich, flavorful, and clearly made with care. * 16 oz. Ribeye with Ravioli (10/10): Shared while waiting for my corrected order -- perfectly seasoned, juicy, and paired well with Joe's signature meat sauce on the side ravioli. A highlight of the meal. * Eggplant Parmigiana (7/10): This was my intended order. It didn't wow me, possibly because my appetite had dipped by the time it arrived. I'd be open to trying it again on a fresh visit. * Butter Cake (8/10): A touch too sweet for my taste, but still delicious and a nice way to end the meal. Final Thoughts: Original Joe's in Walnut Creek delivers a nostalgic dining experience with solid food and classic vibes. While my visit had a few minor bumps, the quality of the dishes and the overall atmosphere made up for it. It's the kind of place where you come hungry, stay a while, and leave full -- not just from the food, but from the experience. Would I go back? Absolutely -- and next time, I'll make room for that lasagna

Amazing bartenders, amazing food, the staff is trained like no tomorrow. I appreciate the owners doing a great job with the training of everybody. This will be my new regular spot with my other friends.

I went to Original Joe's for lunch the day after it opened. We were seated in the back soon-to-be private dining room with private bar. It was cozy and quiet. Everything about OJs is perfection. From the music playing in the background, to the light fixtures, to the impeccable service. The service really is over the top amazing. Everyone and I mean everyone who works there greets you and is clearly trained in high-end dining service. Our server, Dominic, was so friendly and happy to answer any questions we had. Portions are huge and prices fair! The calamari was exceptional. I'm super picky about calamari. Rarely does it meet my three criteria- tender calamari, crispy light coating, and flavor. OJs calamari meets all three! It doesn't even need the fab tartar sauce It comes with. I enjoyed the Dungenss crab roll- a traditionall brioche seafood roll bun filled with butter lettuce and tons of crab in a very light lemon aioli. This is served with homemade potato chips sliced so thin and crisp. I tried bites of the piccata calamari steak and the OJ sole dipped in egg batter. Both outrageously good and huge!! Also served with a side of your choice. My friends picked the homemade ravioli! Wow!!! I would come back and get that for a meal!! Best I've ever had! We finished with the butter cake- a rich decadent cake with fresh fruit and ice cream. Oh! And drinks! I had the caprese martini!! Vodka and tomato gin make this unique drink. I have a new fav restaurant in WC! Original Joes is amazing and worth all the hype!

Great service, waiter was sweet and gave great recommendations, management checked on us multiple times and ambiance was very nice. We were told 45mins-hour wait but really took 25mins. It was really crowded due to it still being new. Food and drinks were great!

Went in on Sunday around 11 o'clock and was seated immediately. We ordered the garlic bread, zucchini, fries, and a carpaccio. Each of the appetizers was phenomenal. The zucchini fries were cooked perfectly, the garlic bread was one of the best I've ever had, and the carpaccio was so fresh with the greens that came with it and olive oil and salt. My wife and daughter both had the French dip; the meat was so tender they said it melted in their mouths. Such a large portion that they could only eat half. I had the veal piccata with raviolis, probably one of the best veals I've ever had fork tender. Then for dessert, we had the butter cake, a large portion; not even three of us could finish it. We will definitely be coming back to all the restaurants in the area. You guys will have to step up your game.

If you're looking for a place not only as a date night, take your family out to eat, even get a group of workmates and hang out. Don't miss out on Walnut Creek's newest show stopper, great Ambiance, phenomenal service and the food adds up to its name. A taste of tradition with a twist

Went on the second opening day. What an amazing job they have done with this space. Ambience is absolutely stunning! The food was so delicious, everything was perfection. The bar was such a vibe, not to mention such exceptional and friendly service. Our waitress was outstanding, especially for how busy they were...they seem to have it completely together. A pleasant surprise because usually when restaurants first open, that's not the case. I was just blown away by everything! Great job! We will definitely be back.

This was my very first time at Original Joe's and I can honestly say the experience was outstanding. The restaurant itself has such a great atmosphere, the food was fantastic, and everything about it made me want to come back again. What really made the night unforgettable though was the service from Daniella. She was absolutely amazing! From the moment we sat down, she was fast, attentive, and so knowledgeable about the menu. She made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. On top of that, Daniella was incredibly hospitable -- she made us feel so welcome, like we were regulars. She went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect, and you could see how great she is at her job. Not only was she efficient, but she did it all with such warmth and professionalism. If you're going to Original Joe's, I can't recommend Daniella enough. She truly made my first visit a 10/10.

This is a fantastic new resturant for Walnut Creek. The food, service and ambiance amazing. I highly recommend this fantastic Resturant. Christian no one better to lead the charge. Congratulations ! Dionne and Charles

Original Joe's is the finest restaurant to hit the East Bay in a very, very long time. The service was beyond excellent, the drinks (we sat in the bar before being seated at our table) were fantastic, and the appetizers, dinner, and desserts exceeded all of our expectations. I highly recommend stopping by Original Joe's!

I Door Dash while staying at Hilton Financial while in SF ... the food was good and hot on arrival.

Can't wait to dine in the WC location. I wish them to prosper and change the area atmosphere with good vibes.

I was really anticipating the opening of Original Joe's for months. I saw every aspect of the building of the restaurant as I walked by it everyday going to the gym and truthfully it could have easily missed our high expectations but it somehow exceeded them. We were lucky enough to get to visit the day after they opened. The host gave us the wait time of 2 hours but then offered that there would be spots available at the counter soon and we ended up being sat within 10 minutes of walking in. We ordered a dirty martini and old fashioned to start. They were both delicious and mine was quite possibly the best martini I've ever had. We were provided with free bread- where the sourdough was a stand out. Then we started with spinach artichoke dip 8/10. We had the spicy rigatoni 9/10, delicious and light with lots of flavor. We also had the Ribeye which was incredible. I'm not a huge steak connoisseur but this was up there with the best we've ever had 15/10. We rounded out the meal with broccolini 6/10, not a stand out and a little plain but didn't need a lot more flavor so it complimented the meal well. And the mashed potatoes which were creamy and delicious 10/10. We each had a glass of red wine with the meal and they were both really good and went well with the meal. The service was excellent and attentive, we were treated with kindness and interacted with by multiple people throughout the meal which made us feel like we belonged. Honestly it blew our expectations out of the water and we can't wait to go back. This will definitely be our staple restaurant and look forward to working our way through the whole menu!

I am not sure what the "hype" was for Original Joes in Walnut Creek. I have patronized the Westlake location several times. The Westlake location is far better. The other concern I have is the cost of each entree. Probably 25% to 30% higher than Westlake. Ouch. For a family of four, you will probably spend close to $300. Appetizers, entrees, dessert and drinks.

omg- place burned down already. will give them another try once they are back. heard its in september 2025 for reopening roast ..!

This was my first time coming to Original Joe's and I had a great experience. All of the staff were great and I really enjoyed the server named Brianna. My husband and me got the meat balls, tomahawk ribeye, mac and cheese, and truffle fries. The food was really good and I'm excited to go back to try the pasta.

Love this new location. Had an amazing dinner last night. Cesar salad, Caprese salad and crab app. Tiramisu and bambolini for dessert. Really good coffee and table service. Will be back for sure. Happy I don't have to go into San Francisco for some Original joes.

The service was amazing! And it was jam Packed with people. The food was delicious. Best crab cake I've ever had. The decor is elevated. We will be coming back! Be prepared to wait for a table because everyone's rushing in to try this place.

The service at the bar was fantastic even while it was a busy night. I thoroughly enjoyed my tomahawk steak. You guys rock! Sorry to hear about the fire. I know you will be back in action and keeping customers happy again. Well wishes to you and your staff.

I originally reviewed this a few days ago and I don't see my post I called to make reservations. I was on hold for at minimum 40 minutes. It finally came up to my turn. The recording stated I was caller one and without connecting me to a person to make the reservation the phone disconnected... thanks for the waste of time

Always serving the best food in the east bay and San Francisco. One of the best restaurants. My wife she loves it. Good luck on the new location. Walnut Creek. ((5 )star's.

At first my family and I were so impressed. Everything from the ambience, friendly staff, and food were so good. However-it made us so sick! We had lunch there today and all of us seem to have food poisoning...as much as we enjoyed it there-I do not recommend it. We ordered to zucchini fries and beef carpaccio for apps and split the pesto fusilli, lasagna, and a spicy chicken dish I don't remember what it was called. We also ordered the donuts for dessert.

My family got to enjoy dinner here at their soft opening. Original Joe's Walnut Creek hit the mark in every aspect. This is a quality of restaurant that Walnut Creek needed. Ambiance was professional and fun. Hospitality was perfect and made us feel like we were the most important in the restaurant. Every meal was delicious. Such large portions that we had a second meal the next day. I can't wait to bring other friends and family!

My husband and I have been avid OJ fans since my days living in north beach SF and we have been so excited for the Walnut Creek location to open for years!! All I can say is WOW it did not disappoint the whole staff and team were fantastic. Bailey was our server and she was extremely attentive and friendly. The whole experience did not skip a beat. 10/10 you guys!! I know grand openings usually pose tons of logistical issues but it was a perfect guest experience. Also the food was fantastic as usual. So happy to have our favorite spot in Walnut Creek. Congrats OJs on a great opening!

Everything was great, the food, the drinks, the service, the ambiance, everything. For those that are complaining about no reservations, phone hold times, lines at the restaurant, please crawl back under the rock from which you came. You are not special and someone will happily take your place; get there early, recognize that you are part of the problem and enjoy the experience... This place is NEW and highly anticipated, there will be wait times, there may be no reservations, but nobody is forcing you into this situation, and you will be rewarded with great food, drinks and service.

Husband and I came to the day opener and sat at the bar with Bartender Bruno. We are long time Joe's fans from acres the bridge. All locations are great, but the WC location was fantastic. We were uncertain about the bone-in veal choices and they were amazing! Our experience was great with the food, but Bruno made it perfect! Cheers & Love WC Joe's and we will see you soon

Everything!!! Great customer service, food to die for, great drinks and the service was outstanding!

Outrageous behavior by Management and the Bouncer who threatened to handcuff my partner's friend after he went to the bathroom and tried to reenter the bar where he had been eating and drinking for over 2 hours. So, my partner and his friend went to the new WC location last evening, opening day. It was loud, busy and crazy, just as you would expect on opening day. They sat at the bar for over 2 hours, eating and drinking. The bartender was great, the food was great. Our friend went to use the bathroom which is in the hallway outside the bar between the dining room and bar area. When he came back, he was confronted by a RUDE, arrogant bouncer who told him the bar was closed due to too many people. Our friend shared he had already been in the bar for 2 hours eating and was just returning, when the bouncer told him, he would put him in cuffs if he tried to enter the bar. It escalated from there due to the bouncer not listening, and the manager was called. Seems the manager had told the bouncer NOT to let anyone else into the bar due to the size of the crowd, which is understandable, but not if you had just come from there to go to the bathroom. The Manager did apologize and offered to buy them a drink. Really? A drink after being threatened to be handcuffed. A customer should never had to endure that type of bullying, aggressive treatment. Hopefully the bouncer has been fired for his aggressive and unacceptable behavior.

Original Joe's, welcome to Walnut Creek! We are long time patrons of OJ's, and have dined at the San Francisco and Daly City locations. We made it to opening day, along with the entire East Bay! Great ambience, food, and service. Quite a feat for opening day, and would like to give a shout out to our server Eva, for an excellent job. Our four-star rating concerns a seating issue with the hostess. We felt the hostess gave priority to two young women who registered with the hostess, after we did. They were seated first at the last small booth, while we were seated after them, at a small banquette along a wall. Perhaps, ageism? We are a couple, probably 20 years their senior. We are hoping that OJ Walnut Creek will become one of our "go to" restaurants, as we dine out frequently. Otherwise, well done.

Wow !!! Opening day is packed and hectic, but the staff and food was phenomenal - fast and friendly and hard working. Great service & Great food !! Our waiter Jared H was the best.