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Original Joes - Walnut Creek
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$$$$•Steakhouse•4.7(3,023)Walnut Creek
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- BBernidaGoldSan Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoAs always, perfect. Tender, crispy outside scallops. Anchovies provided for my Caesar salad. Perfect waiter (Andre).More infoParadiso - San Leandro$$$$• Italian• San Leandro•4.6
- JJASONSan Francisco Bay Area •1 review5.0Dined on Oct 24, 2026Top Hatter is one of our favorite restaurants. We had a little bit of a snafu when we went once for Valentine’s Day that was a little bit offputting where there was tip added to our check after we’ve already signed and left after several issues with being charged on different receipts. But we gave him another go and did not disappoint. The food was so tasty and the service was lovely and the ambience was top-notch.More infoTop Hatters Kitchen & Bar$$$$• Global, International• San Leandro•4.7
- CcarolSan Francisco Bay Area •22 reviews5.0Dined on Oct 24, 2026It was an overall good experience. Our server was excellent. The food was plentiful and very good.More infoBlack Angus Steakhouse - San Lorenzo$$$$• Steakhouse• San Lorenzo•4
- KKimSan Francisco Bay Area •1 review4.0Dined on Oct 18, 2026Very fun dinner with lots of delicious dishes, service was greatMore infoTancho Japanese Restaurant$$$$• Japanese• Castro Valley•4.6
- GGabrielaGoldSan Francisco Bay Area •49 reviews5.0Dined on Sep 20, 2026I've always loved this place. The service is excellent. The food is always good. Great bar and wine list. Most importantly, it's a local restaurant and they always need our support.More infoAcqua E' Farina$$$$• Italian• Hayward•4.6
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