Best Restaurants for a Quick Bite in Pleasant Hill

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1. donato&co.

4.6

Exceptional(1914)

$$$$

• Italian • Berkeley

Booked 18 times today

Rustic Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist,featuring house made pastas & locally sourced seafood & meats.Well-situated in Berkeley's lively Elmwood district, Donato & Co. offers rustic Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist.Chef Donato Scotti has partnered with longtime friend Chef Gianluca Guglielmi to bring his third restaurant concept to the Bay Area.Anchored by a warm and sophisticated setting with a natural and authentic Italian vibe, the dynamic menu reflects the chefs' culinary philosophies of using fresh, simple ingredients in inventive ways, drawing upon each region of Italy with a sensitivity only natives can express.

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2. Lucuma Kitchen & Bar

4.9

Exceptional(252)

$$$$

• Peruvian • Oakland

Booked 31 times today

Step into a world of Peruvian cuisine with a modern twist. Our menu features distinctive dishes, setting us apart from the ordinary. Beyond the plate, you'll find a beautifully designed restaurant, a team dedicated to providing outstanding customer service, and a vibrant bar offering creative Peruvian-inspired cocktails. Join us for a truly special taste of Peru.

3. Incontro

4.5

Awesome(1885)

$$$$

• Italian • Danville

Booked 5 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.

4. Jaji

4.7

Exceptional(285)

$$$$

• Afghan • Oakland

Booked 14 times today

Founded by Sophia Akbar and Paul Iglesias. It marks their debut Afghan concept and is a celebration of the rich flavors and traditions of Afghan culture, reimagined for today’s world. The restaurant is a tribute to Akbar’s ancestral Pashtun tribe and her grandfather’s last name, honoring the resilience and stories of Afghan-American heritage.

5. Rise Over Run

4.0

Excellent(286)

$$$$

• Mediterranean • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 9 times today

Gaze out over sweeping views of the San Francisco skyline at Rise Over Run, the lush outdoor rooftop and indoor solarium. Share a South East Asian inspired cocktail — by local legend Danny Louie — or snack on vibrant dishes, incorporating locally-sourced ingredients.Walk-ins are welcomed and encouraged! Reservations are nice, too.For private event and large group inquiries please email us at SFOTL_events@hilton.com

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6. Heroic Italian - Berkeley

4.6

Exceptional(157)

$$$$

• Italian • Berkeley

Booked 2 times today

Discover a Unique Artisanal Italian Experience in Downtown BerkeleyTucked away on a quiet side street in Downtown Berkeley, our restaurant and wine bar offers a peaceful escape with a charming outdoor patio—perfect for those seeking a Gourmet Casual experience.We offer full service dining inside, but for patio dining we only offer ordering via QR code.We accept reservations for groups of 1-20 online. Larger groups up to 120 can reach out to us eat@heroicitalian.com We blend the finest imported Italian meats and cheeses with fresh, locally sourced produce and herbs to create unforgettable flavors. Our carefully curated selection of Italian and Californian wines pair beautifully with our handmade sandwiches, fresh pastas, crispy pizzas, and vibrant salads.

7. Z Cafe & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(390)

$$$$

• Californian • Oakland

Booked 2 times today

The best happy hour in Oakland featuring over 100 vodkas. Serves Scratch-made American Cuisine for Lunch & Dinner. Party Space. The menu changes seasonally to provide flavors at their peak. Z Cafe & Bar carries over 100 vodka selection and offer a variety of hand shaken specialty martinis.

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8. Park Tavern on Washington Square

4.6

Exceptional(175)

$$$$

• Californian • North Beach

Booked 15 times today

Park Tavern on Washington Square has long been a vibrant staple and foundation of the North Beach community. Now, under the helm of renowned American chef-partner Jonathan Waxman and fifth-generation San Franciscan James Nicholas, Park Tavern on Washington Square celebrates San Francisco’s vibrant dining scene with a fresh new era. The restaurant has several private dining options available for groups and parties. As a Bay Area native and one of the pioneers of “California cuisine” Chef Waxman leans into his roots, celebrating the region’s local ingredients showcased in simple, seasonal dishes. Guests can enjoy a menu including Yellowfin Tuna Crudo with avocado, blood oranges, and fresno chili salsa, Cavatelli with dungeness crab, lemon, and parmesan, and Kurobuta Pork Chop Milanese with new potatoes and pepperonata. A few of Waxman’s trademark dishes make an appearance including the JW Kale Salad with anchovy dressing and breadcrumbs, and the famed JW Chicken with salsa verde.

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9. Delarosa - Yerba Buena

4.4

Awesome(104)

$$$$

• Italian • SOMA

Booked 17 times today

Delarosa is an Italian-style restaurant in downtown San Francisco. It has a free and open design with large, communal tables for many different guests to share during a meal. There is also stool seating around the edges of the restaurant near the bar area. This is a well lit restaurant with long lines of bright pendants lights hanging from the ceilings. Pizza is the main focus at Delarosa, but other Italian cuisine is also offered. During the weekdays, a lunch and dinner menu is offered with frittis, paninis, spiedinis and pasta with your choice of sauce meats and toppings. A large variety of pizza is also offered, including the delicious margherita or spicy marinara pizzas. On weekends, guests can order from the brunch menu for a lighter meal of traditional breakfast dishes, appetizers or pizzas. The bar at Delarosa serves from a selection of popular international and Italian wines.

10. Bar Shoji

4.7

Exceptional(169)

$$$$

• Japanese • SOMA

Booked 25 times today

*PLEASE NOTE: All guests must be 21+ to enter with a physical ID/Passport. Photos of ID/Passport will not be accepted. Guests without valid physical ID will not be seated inside, regardless of original reservation, nor will they be served alcohol*Bar Shoji focuses on Japanese-inspired craft cocktails, as well as a great selection of premium sake and wine. We also offer bar bites with Japanese-inspired flavors to accompany each cocktail. We bring the Japanese practice of omotenashi into our service, ensuring a delicious, intimate , and hospitable experience.*Reservations are limited to 90 minutes per seating, this allows for all guests to enjoy the Bar Shoji experience. We are only able to wait up to 15 min after your reservation time. Thank you for understanding. We look forward to having you join us soon! All inquiries can be sent to hello@shojisf.com

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Christina
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We love this place. Any time we have guests from out of town we take them here!
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Jaji$$$$• Afghan• Oakland
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4.7
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Rebecca
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Lucuma is magical! Delicious and innovative, from cocktails to shared plates and mains to desserts. The decor is thoughtful and hip without being overly trendy, and the service is warm and professional; overall the owners have created an inviting, urban oasis that is perfect for a special night -- but if I lived closer, I might go every night!
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Lucuma Kitchen & Bar$$$$• Peruvian• Oakland
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4.9
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JoanneGold
San Francisco Bay Area •39 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 4, 2026
I've never been disappointed at Donato & Co., neither here nor at Donato Enoteca in Redwood City. It's one of my top two restaurants in the Bay Area.
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donato&co.$$$$• Italian• Berkeley
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4.6
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MariaGold
Tahoe / Reno Area •22 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 29, 2026
Wonderful meal! Consistently cooked to perfection. I started with the beet salad with chicken. Very large, succulent piece of chicken seasoned well. All our mains were yummy! Overall, great experience!
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Incontro$$$$• Italian• Danville
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4.5
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BostonGold
San Francisco Bay Area •369 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 26, 2026
Had the Chipotle Garlic Prawns With the Works Burger that has Bacon, Avocado, in the burger with the lettuce, pickles, tomatoes, onions on the side. Garlic Fries were excellent as usual. Service was OUTSTANDING
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Z Cafe & Bar$$$$• Californian• Oakland
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4.6

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