A hardscrabble working-class quarter, Montesacro is the name of a neighborhood in Rome, which like many others were affected by the aftermath of the World War II. Today, we pay homage to the people of Montesacro, and their beautiful culinary traditions. We take inspiration from the classic “fraschette” of Lazio, old taverns where they only served the famous wine of the region, usually poured straight from the barrel, and patrons sat down on benches along long wooden tables. Sourcing locally and sustainably is at our core. Our menu features only the freshest seasonal ingredients carefully selected from local farms plus small producers in Italy
Montesacro Walnut Creek
To share our love and passion for Italian cooking we opened our doors in the wonderful San Francisco community of Polk, on the corner of Union, in 1986. As our family grew in 1996 we moved to our current location in charming Walnut Creek, CA. After a long remodel we reopen our doors in 2017 as Benvenuti Ristorante. Our goal has always been to bring exceptional traditional Italian cuisine in a warm and welcoming environment while featuring local, sustainable, organic ingredients, an extensive list of Italian and Californian wines, a full bar and a robust cocktail program.
Galpรฃo Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse, an authentic Brazilian dining experience. Serving and preserving the Gaucho’s culture and the authentic dining tradition of the Brazilian cowboy of grilled meats and fresh salads. With 17 different cuts of meats, ranging from beef, pork, chicken, lamb, and fish, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Hearts of palm, artichoke, sweet beets, asparagus, caprese salad, imported cheeses, and cured meats are only some of the almost 40 items that our gourmet salad bar offers. Side dishes like garlic mashed potatoes, caramelized bananas, traditional rice and black beans, are a perfect complement to the true Southern Brazilian menu. Whether you are visiting us for happy hour, a business dinner, a family gathering or a special occasion, we invite you to join us for a unique culinary experience at Galpรฃo Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse.
Welcome to our family-owned market and deli, where tradition meets taste, and every visit feels like coming home. Established in 1996, our market and deli have been a labor of love for our family. From the very beginning, we set out to build a space that not only provides top-notch products but also cultivates a sense of community. Our story is woven into the fabric of our establishment, making each day a continuation of the legacy we’ve built over the years. Step into our market, and you’ll find a delightful array of homestyle goodies. From freshly baked bread and artisanal cheeses to handpicked produce and gourmet treats, we curate our selection with a discerning palate. Our deli boasts an array of signature pastries, prepared with care and using only the finest ingredients โ a true reflection of our dedication to quality.
La Ezkina is a family-owned and operated Mexican fusion restaurant located in Walnut Creek. We’ve poured our heart and soul into every detail, from our completely remodeled space to our innovative menu. Our incredible chef blends traditional New Mexican flavors with modern culinary techniques to create an unforgettable dining experience. Join us for an exceptional meal and enjoy our full-service bar in a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Elia in Walnut Creek, California, is an upscale Greek and Mediterranean restaurant that offers a refined dining experience inspired by the charm of the Greek isles. Elia is known for its authentic cuisine, elegant ambiance, and attentive service with a menu that showcases a blend of traditional Greek dishes and innovative Mediterranean creations, emphasizing fresh, high-quality ingredients. Whether you’re seeking a romantic dinner, a family gathering, or a place to enjoy live music with Mediterranean cuisine, Elia in Walnut Creek offers a memorable dining experience that transports guests to the heart of Greece.
Welcome to Meloโs Italian Table! A vibrant culinary journey awaits you. Our story begins in Calabria, a sun-kissed region of southern Italy, where our ancestors embraced the art of cooking with love. Passed down through the generations, our family recipes have become the heart and soul of our restaurants. Meloโs Pizza & Pasta has been a Contra Costa staple for over 50 years. Now Meloโs Italian Table continues the tradition of our established restaurants, but adds a sprinkle of the new. Here, a touch of modern creativity complements our tradition of always emphasizing variety, freshness, quality and authenticity of ingredients. From classic regional pasta dishes bursting with rich flavors, to mouthwatering pizzas, an assortment of gourmet salads, and entrees ranging from meat to vegan, each dish we serve is a celebration of the flavors our loyal Meloโs customers already recognize as โpassionately Italian!โ
Andaman Thai Kitchen is a welcoming and authentic Thai restaurant known for its bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and warm hospitality. The menu showcases a wide array of traditional Thai dishes, including favorites like Pad Thai, Panang Curry, Tom Yum Soup, and Thai Basil Stir-Fry, all crafted with a balance of sweet, spicy, sour, and savory elements. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available, making it accessible to a range of dietary preferences. The cozy, casual setting makes it ideal for both quick lunches and relaxed dinners. Whether you’re a fan of classic Thai comfort food or looking to explore new flavors, Andaman Thai Kitchen offers a satisfying and flavorful dining experience in the heart of Walnut Creek.
Va de Vi translates to โItโs all about wine!โ in Spainโs Catalan language. Of course, itโs all about food, too! Executive Chef Andy Phillipsโ menu encourages diners to explore and share a variety of eclectic, international small plate portions. Bold tastes encourage diners to explore the large international wine list, easily navigated by tasting notes. Many wines are offered by the glass in addition to pre-arranged flights to allow diners to compare different wines and discover new favorites. A warm, casual elegance defines the ambiance. Outdoors, dine under an ancient oak tree or grab a table in the picturesque lane.
There are more than 135 different ethnic groups in Burma. The majority groups are The Chin, The Kachin, The Karenni (sometimes called Kayah), The Karen (sometimes called Kayin), The Mon, The Rakhine, and The Shan, each with its own unique history, culture, language and cuisine. Some Burmese dishes are blended with its neighboring countries flavors yet most has its own unique identity based on its various ethnic groups and its culture. For example, fermented Tea Leaf Salad is a traditional signature dish that is unique to Burma. Shan cuisine is the most popular due to its delicious, yet simple ingredients. At Burma Unique, we are proudly serving these mixtures of various, unique cultural flavors.
Located in the beautiful downtown area of Walnut Creek, Residual Sugar brings together one of a kind, indigenous wine varietals from France, Spain, Italy, Greece, Austria and beyond to the hands and hearts of our curious guests. Featuring over 30 wines available by the glass, Residual Sugar has one of the most extensive and eclectic wine lists this side of the tunnel. Residual Sugar offers a variety of cheeses and charcuterie from all around the world; from Casatica Di Bufula to Saucisson Sec, we stop at nothing to bring the best, freshest cheeses and meats to the East Bay. Our staff provides side-by-side pairings to accompany each wine, as well as impart guest education about each selection. In addition to our charcuterie and cheese offerings, Residual Sugar is one of the very few North American locations with an expansive conserva program. This seafood is caught, pressed and packed with zero interruptions; some of the freshest seafood offerings coming directly from Portugal, Spain, and Washington.
LITA brings you Miami flavors with Caribbean influences. Our chef driven menu delivers classic Caribbean-Latino dishes, reimagined to highlight locally sourced ingredients. LITA is a fresh and modern approach to Latin Caribbean cuisine. With interiors inspired by Miami’s diverse art scene and vibrant cultural influences, LITA is the perfect place chef-drivenfor any occasion.
Walnut Creek Fleming’s is located in the heart of Walnut Creek’s boutique and international shopping district on Mt. Diablo Boulevard. Fleming’s in Walnut Creek is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether youโre celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out โ we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online for carry out or select from one of our delivery partners. With premium Prime steak options on our Dinner Menu as well as best-in-class seafood and innovative plant-based options, we have something to offer everyone you are dining with. Our Carry Out Menu also offers some of these entrรฉe options as well as a variety of mouthwatering burgers and sandwiches. Looking to host a private event or business meeting in our restaurant or at a different location? Our Events & Catering Menu offers a wide selection of hors d’oeuvres, starters, multi-course lunches and dinners as well as wine and beverage selections. For private dining events hosted in restaurant, our Events & Catering Associate will help you select one of our private dining rooms to accommodate your Guest list and coordinate all the details to ensure itโs a perfect occasion.
Sasa Restaurant is a small plate restaurant where friends can go to have a drink and unwind after a long day. Situated in the historic 100 year old building that for many years housed the Walnut Creek Meat Market, this architectural jewel has been transformed by BH Development and Best Santos Studios. Chef Philip Yang (proprietor & owner of Blue Gingko, Lafayette) prepares Japanese influenced dishes from around the world consisting of an eclectic mix of local and seasonal meat, noodle, sashimi, and traditional sushi specialties, with an emphasis on a unique variety of fresh seafood delivered daily from Tokyoโs world-famous Tsukiji fish market and Oahuโs Fish Auction.
The staff welcomes you into their house and offers up comfort, hospitality and fun. Sasa features an outdoor patio and a full bar, stocked with an extensive selection of sake and Shochu, where expert mixologists happily introduce diners to the world of sake.
True Food Kitchen was founded in 2008 by Dr. Andrew Weil, world renowned Doctor of integrated medicine and creator of the anti-inflammatory food pyramid, with one simple purpose โ to create a restaurant that serves delicious food and drinks without compromising on taste for health, or health for taste. Each carefully selected ingredient is crafted by a passionate culinary team to create meaningful food and drinks that are intentionally delicious and intentionally healthy. So you can cultivate your own food journey and trust that what youโre putting in your body is doing something good for you. True Food serves a variety of chef-driven dishes, craft cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch made with ingredients from top purveyors who help reconnect the natural bounty of the planet with the food thatโs on your plate.
Experience one of downtown Walnut Creekโs best fine dining restaurants. Savor our Northern Italian inspired cuisine specialties featuring prime meats, poultry, fresh seafood, superb pastas, and tempting appetizers. To complement our mouth-watering cuisine, indulge in one of more than 200 bottle selections of premium wines or a full bar serving specialty cocktails. Check our Event Calendar for our upcoming entertainment schedule of the month. Enjoy the warm weather and dine alfresco on our charming patio. Banquet rooms are available for private parties, business functions, and holiday gatherings. For your parking convenience there is a five story parking structure located directly across the street.
Montecatini’s opening day was October 17, 1989, the day of the Loma Prieta earthquake in California. Since then, Montecatini Ristorante has become a place of true Italian dining experience in Walnut Creek, California. All our dishes are meticulously prepared with the finest and freshest ingredients. Our pasta and entrees are served piping hot from our kitchen to your table. Our chef-owner Ermes Paulin has been our executive chef since our restaurant’s opening day 26 years ago. A true Italian chef, Ermes was born in Vicenza Italy, and was classically trained in Rome at one of the finest culinary academy hotel in the world at the age of 17. Ermes is the heart and soul of Montecatini. You can find him at the restaurant almost every day creating the most delicious and consistently amazing dishes for everyone! Currently, Montecatini is awarded Best Italian restaurant in the SF East Bay by Diablo Magazine (July 2016) and also, Best Italian restaurant in Walnut Creek by Walnut Creek Magazine (December 2015). We are humbled by these honored recognition. We promise to live up to the awards we received by providing our customers with amazingly delicious Italian cuisine and impeccable service at all times.
A slice of the East Coast. Robert Pancoast and Julie Tobias-Pancoast are a husband and wife partnership who are also professional chefs. They met in culinary school at The Western Culinary Institute in Portland Oregon in 1993 and have worked in every aspect of the food industry as well as owners of Toast Catering & Private Chefs in Lafayette, CA over the past 12 years .
Authentic, slow-smoked southern BBQ with an extensive craft beer, craft cocktail, and spirits list featuring dozens of large screen tv’s in a family-friendly and lively atmosphere. In creating Sauced, we really wanted to bring the South to Northern California, so we literally did just that. All the wood and corrugated ceiling in here are reclaimed and shipped in from barns in Georgia and North Carolina. We opened Sauced with the invaluable help of a lot of families (our Wives, Mothers, Fathers, Sisters, Uncles, Aunts, Cousins, Children) and friends along the way. We hope the final product is one you will want to experience over and over again for any occasion.
They say that cooking and creating feasts tends to run in families or be our heritage and so it is with the Bigotti family. From their Tuscan roots in Italy to the first family restaurant in Oakland in 1971, Marcelloโs, there is a long history of luscious food preparation and the warmth of Italian cooking. Marcelloโs was a very successful Oakland restaurant, the restaurant later moved to Orinda for years where it held wide acclaim and then to Danville in 1982, where it finally closed its doors to the disappointment of all who loved their food. The Bigotti family opened Il Pavone in 1991 and have kept the tradition of home-cooked Tuscan food alive in Contra Costa County all these years. The restaurant business and creating incredible food runs in the Bigotti blood, three generations of the Bigotti family are involved with the Il Pavone restaurant in Walnut Creek. Creating luscious food and making you feel at home is definitely a family affair.
Pacific Catch is a WestCoast Fish House dedicated to delivering high-quality sustainable seafood with a unique perspective. The menu explores styles and ingredients found throughout the Pacific. We also offer a variety of Fresh Catch specials highlighting specific regions in the Pacific and seasonal offerings. We are the Bay Areaโs leading fish house and we offer fresh, sustainable seafood with Pacific flavors in a decidedly WestCoast style. Our focus is on quality seafood with a unique perspective, inspired by the Pacific and prepared by our chefs in our scratch kitchen.
Imagine walking into an energetic outdoor produce market in Lima, Peru. Visualize the panoply of brightly colored vegetables, the gleaming array of freshly caught seafood, and the succulent aromas of the regionโs renowned rotisserie chicken. Such a place was the inspiration behind Parada, a restaurant that brings the flavors Peru to Walnut Creek. Behind this vibrant venture is acclaimed chef Carlos Altamirano, a man renowned in the Bay Area for his extraordinary take on traditional Peruvian cuisine. Discover dishes such as fresh fish cebiches, organic salads, grilled anticuchos (or meat skewers), and entrees such as the traditional chicken dish known as Pollo a la Brasa. With both a la carte and family style meals available for dine-in or take out, Parada is warm, approachable and gives diners a taste of authentic Peruvian fare.
Limon Rotisserie features innovative Peruvian cuisine in a trendy, upscale, and energetic setting. Since the day we opened our doors in 2002, Limon Rotisserie has won over the hearts of San Francisco locals and visitors alike through our vibrant Peruvian cuisine and modern approach to casual dining. Founded by the Castillo brothers – Antonio, Eduardo, and Martin, Limon Rotisserie is still a family-owned business to this day! At Limon, we craft each dish with purpose and welcome you into our restaurants as if they were your second home. Core to our culinary practices is fresh ingredients, original Peruvian recipes, and unique dishes prepared with contemporary flair.
Original Joeโs in Walnut Creek brings San Franciscoโs classic Italian-American institution to the East Bay with a big, buzzy, old-school vibe. Set at 1300 S. Main Street by Broadway Plaza, the sprawling two-level space seats around 300 guests and features signature Original Joeโs design touches: a long open kitchen counter, leather booths, green-and-white marble accents, a 50-seat cocktail lounge with a fireplace, and two patios that spill out toward the shopping district. The menu leans into hearty, retro comfort foodโporterhouse and ribeye steaks, cheeseburgers, chicken parmigiana, spicy rigatoni and other classic pastas, chops, and big plates that nod to both Italian trattoria and American steakhouse traditions, plus desserts and cocktails that match the โspecial night outโ feel. With its generous portions, throwback style, and warm, bustling atmosphere, Original Joeโs Walnut Creek is designed to feel like a neighborhood fixture from day oneโequally suited to family dinners, date nights at the bar, or celebratory meals with a crowd.
Broderick Roadhouse in Walnut Creek delivers bold, elevated comfort food in a lively, industrial-chic setting. Originally launched as a food truck in Sacramento, this expanding restaurant concept is known for its over-the-top burgers, scratch-made entrees, and creative takes on American classics. The menu features standout dishes like their award-winning Johnny Cash Burger, indulgent bacon mac & cheese, and hand-cut fries loaded with house sauces. Beyond burgers, Broderick also serves hearty sandwiches, salads, wings, vegan options, and craft cocktailsโmaking it a versatile spot for families, foodies, and bar-goers alike. The atmosphere is vibrant and casual, with exposed brick, reclaimed wood, and a full bar offering local brews and seasonal drinks. Whether you’re in for a relaxed lunch, happy hour, or dinner with friends, Broderick Roadhouse offers a satisfying, distinctly West Coast spin on roadhouse dining.