Asian Cuisine in the East Bay CA
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Writer's pictureJudy Sin
Jun 1344 min read

Interactive Map of Asian Cuisine in East Bay CA - Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda


Welcome to the ultimate guide to Asian cuisine in the East Bay, including Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda, Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, and Concord. From bubble tea shops in Lafayette to vibrant Thai flavors in Concord, this guide celebrates a diverse range of tastes and traditions. Use the interactive map at the top of this blog to explore hand-picked eateries across the region.


Discover your next favorite Asian eatery by diving into our interactive map. Click on any location to learn more about the restaurant, its menu, and what makes it a must-visit.





 

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Boba Tea: The Sweet Sip of East Bay CA

Embark on a boba journey through Lamorinda and its neighboring locales, where each sip brings you closer to the heart of East Bay’s vibrant Asian community. Discover the local favorites town by town:


Boba Tea: The Sweet Sip of East Bay CA


Lafayette


Lilikoi Boba

Location: 3488 Mount Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA 94549

Phone: (925) 385-7113

Website: Lilikoi Boba“

Lilikoi Boba is celebrated for its Hawaiian-inspired flavors and relaxed ambiance, making it a favorite among locals.”


Panache Caffe

Location: 3653 Mount Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA 94549

Phone: (925) 284-7232

Website: Panache Caffe

“I always get their boba drinks. They are both delicious and absolutely amazing. My favorite local café. Would recommend to friends!”


Papillon Quality Gourmet

Location: 67 Lafayette Cir, Lafayette, CA 94549

Phone: (925) 283-0466

“This is a great place to have a quick bite, they cook quickly, good tasty coffee and croissants and bagels. Friendly staff.”


Oasis Cafe

Location: 3594 Mount Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA 94549

Phone: (925) 385-0701

“A lovely little cafe! I got the chicken pesto panini, and it was amazing. The panini was filled with flavor and packed perfectly, but it did not make the bread soggy. 10/10 recommend!”


Lafayette Public House

Location: 50 Lafayette Cir, Lafayette, CA 94549

Phone: (925) 962-9537

“The food was so good here! We had some apps (chips & salsa and the beef empanadas) which were both super good. The short rib tacos had such great flavor. Also the Bloody Mary was Chef's kiss 👌🏼 The service was amazing, everyone was really nice and had great recommendations.”


Moraga


iTea

Location: 1460 Moraga Rd, Moraga, CA 94556

Phone: (925) 376-0842

Website: iTea

“iTea is a must-visit boba spot in Moraga. They offer a great selection of boba drinks, milk teas, fruit juices, smoothies, and appetizers. The staff is always friendly, and the orders come in a timely manner. This location has indoor seating and plenty of parking.”


Orinda


Sharetea - Orinda

Location: 41 Moraga Way, Orinda, CA 94563

Phone: (925) 386-0319

“This is my absolute favorite boba place in the Lamorinda area. The staff is nice and friendly, and they hire local high school students. The boba and drinks are delicious and on point. Highly recommend!”


Walnut Creek


Ice Monster

Location: 2230 Oak Grove Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Phone: (925) 988-8022

Website: Ice Monster

“Ice Monster has great smoothies, ice cream slushes, and boba teas. They do more than just drinks - we also like their basil popcorn chicken, fried dumplings, and steamed pork buns!”


Mr. Green Bubble

Location: 1539 Locust St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Phone: (925) 891-4387

“Great boba and tasty drinks! They have a wide variety of teas, some slushes, and toppings too. They have ample inside seating if you choose to dine in. The drinks are decently sized with a great amount of boba.”


Teaspoon Walnut Creek

Location: 2977 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Phone: (925) 891-4469

“Super friendly staff and quick service. The cafe is clean and the tea is strong. Solid milk and fruit teas!”


T4

Location: 1815 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Phone: (925) 891-4199

Website: T4

“The tea is great, with lots of flavors and textures to experience. Their food is also great. The staff is friendly and helpful when you're not sure what to get.”


Bober Tea and Mochi Dough

Location: 1153 Locust St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Phone: (925) 395-1344

“Bober Tea is a welcoming boba shop with an aesthetically pleasing environment. The teas do not disappoint! The boba is delicious, and they have different varieties for everyone.”


Yifang Taiwan Fruit Tea

Location: 1349 Locust St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

“This is one of the few boba places in East Bay that offer almond jelly! I’d recommend adding it as a topping to your drink. Quick service and plenty of seating and outlets/wifi if you want to get some work done too.”


CORNOLOGY

Location: 1349 Locust St B, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Phone: (925) 393-5911

Website: CORNOLOGY“Their Jasmine Milk tea is really good and their service is great! I love their boba so much!”


Boba Studio

Location: 1389 N Main St Suite A, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Phone: (925) 954-7398

“One of our favorite places to get milk teas or boba drinks because they use superior quality ingredients resulting in strong flavors. Service here is also awesome! Super fun vibes!”


Li Cha Tea

Location: 1245 N Broadway, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Phone: (925) 378-7186

Website: Li Cha Tea

“Love this boba place! The boba is super tasty, and they have lots of flavors. The people working there are nice, and it's a comfy place to hang out. If you like boba, you gotta check it out!”


Bondadoso Coffee and Tea Collective

Location: 2195 N Broadway, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Phone: (925) 448-8282

“This place is a hidden gem. The staff are really lovely, the coffee tastes great and it’s the perfect place to get some work done or study. Highly recommend.”


i-Tea Walnut Creek

Location: 1245 N Broadway #5137, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Phone: (925) 922-1245

“This iTea was a delightful surprise. The staff here were friendly and helpful, and I was super happy with my purchase. The pudding was surprisingly good and had a matcha taste. I got light sugar and ice and they complied perfectly with both.”


Pleasant Hill


Milk Tea Lab

Location: 1972 Contra Costa Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Phone: (925) 349-4784

Website: Milk Tea Lab

“Best boba tea shop in the area. Great service. Friendly employees. They have a bookcase full of board games you can come and play with your friends. The music makes it a fun environment.”


Teapot

Location: 60 Golf Club Rd #A, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Phone: (925) 826-5288

“Beautiful place, very friendly people, food was great including the boba tea. Definitely recommend it. The food is a little bit pricey but totally worth it.”


Happy Lemon

Location: 712 B Contra Costa Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Phone: (925) 822-3882

Website: Happy Lemon

“Amazing iced tea - extraordinary customer experience, clean and fresh cafe. Highly recommend. You will not find freshly brewed iced tea like this short of sun brewing it yourself.”


Junenov

Location: 238 Golf Club Rd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Phone: (925) 822-3323

Website: Junenov

“Best tea that I've had in the Bay Area. Their ingredients are really fresh and good quality. I would choose this over other popular tea places like Boba Guys, Happy Lemon, Teaspoon, Bober Tea, etc.”


Concord


Yummy Boba & More

Location: 1960 Concord Ave, Concord, CA 94520

Phone: (925) 643-2004

“I enjoy coming here with friends. It’s very quiet and cozy. Staff is friendly. Great prices on food. Clean environment. Would recommend.”


Boba Loca

Location: 1843 Willow Pass Rd, Concord, CA 94520

Phone: (925) 363-1998

“This place has been by far my favorite in the area for boba drinks. They have a variety of different boba and jelly as well. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for a boba drink.”


Milk Tea Lab

Location: 5100 Clayton Rd Suite A-13, Concord, CA 94521

Phone: (925) 849-6152

Website: Milk Tea Lab

“What a neat boba spot! Got the honey roasted oolong tea and the peach milk tea with aloe - both drinks were very tasty. The store is decorated creatively and clean! Great place to check out for a family outing. They also have snacks!”


Boba n Me

Location: 1 Sun Valley Mall D212A, Concord, CA 94520

Phone: (925) 471-4688

“I liked it very much... shakes, smoothies, and the rest are at reasonable prices. Boba taste is unique.”


Sharetea

Location: 1850 Mt Diablo St, Concord, CA 94520

Phone: (925) 822-3845

Website: Sharetea

“Their boba is the best in town. You absolutely need to visit Sharetea today!”


Breaktime Tea - Concord

Location: 790 Oak Grove Rd C-1, Concord, CA 94518

Phone: (925) 822-3059

“Honestly one of my favorite boba places. I love the variation of snacks and boba they have! The staff is amazing and kind. Worth every penny.”


Teaspoon

Location: 2151 Salvio St F, Concord, CA 94520

Phone: (925) 349-5186

Website: Teaspoon

“Very nice place and great customer service! The mango on fire smoothie was the best.”


Big Bang Boba & Chicken-Concord

Location: 4383 Clayton Rd, Concord, CA 94521

Phone: (925) 349-9550

“Always delicious, never fails. The best place for boba.”


T4

Location: 5434 Ygnacio Valley Rd #40, Concord, CA 94521

Phone: (925) 673-8883

Website: T4

“It's a cute boba spot that serves delicious boba and food. The staff was very friendly. I can't wait to come back.”


Hello, Sweet

Location: 1657 Willow Pass Rd, Concord, CA 94520

Phone: (925) 609-9990

Website: Hello, Sweet

“The boba is super good, the drinks are sweet and refreshing, and reasonably priced. The shop environment is cute and lovely.”


Dessert Cafe Concord

Location: 4115 Concord Blvd Ste 78, Concord, CA 94519

Phone: (925) 510-2254

“It's a super friendly place. My son loves their monster cookies. Love their Mango boba milk tea and Korean hot dogs. They have lots of other options and highly recommended.”


 

Chinese Cuisine: Authentic Flavors of East Bay CA

Explore the finest Chinese restaurants in Lamorinda and neighboring towns, where tradition meets taste in every dish. Discover local favorites town by town:


Chinese Cuisine: Authentic Flavors of East Bay CA


Lafayette


Great Wall Restaurant

Location: 3500 Golden Gate Way, Lafayette, CA 94549

Phone: (925) 284-3500

“Just wonderful food in a very comfortable restaurant. Everything we tried was prepared perfectly. We were 6 people so we had a wide array of dishes."


Uncle Yu's

Location: 999 Oak Hill Rd, Lafayette, CA 94549

Phone: (925) 283-1688

Website: Uncle Yu's

“Food is excellent. Not your run-of-the-mill Chinese food. Very fresh and upscale dishes like Peking duck, etc. Great wine list too. My go-to place for special Chinese food.”


Panda Express

Location: 3608 Mount Diablo Blvd Bldg B, Lafayette, CA 94549

Phone: (925) 962-0288

Website: Panda Express

“It's Panda. It's consistent, and the staff is fantastic at this location. The interior is relatively clean.”


Moraga


China Moon

Location: 380 Park St, Moraga, CA 94556

Phone: (925) 376-1828“

A truly delicious takeout experience. Two of my favorite dishes are the salt and pepper fish and eggplant and tofu. The fish is crispy (even as takeout!) and so tasty. The eggplant and tofu are so soft and packed with flavor. I recommend China Moon!”


Chef Chao Restaurant

Location: 343 Rheem Blvd, Moraga, CA 94556

Phone: (925) 376-1740

“Best Chinese in Moraga without a doubt. Great service, food, and atmosphere. This place has been around for a long time and they have a picture wall for birthdays.”


Golden Palace Restaurant

Location: 581 Moraga Rd, Moraga, CA 94556

Phone: (925) 631-0284

“Restaurant was clean, service was attentive and friendly, and the food was really good! We had the sautéed string beans with tofu, Mongolian beef, and steam rice. Very flavorful and hot. Plus they gave complimentary soup and sesame balls which were also very good!”


Orinda


Szechwan Restaurant

Location: 79 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563

Phone: (925) 254-2020

“Wow, great little Chinese place in Orinda. Came by during lunch. They have a great lunch special menu. Great low prices. And decent location. I got a Mongolian chicken which was great! I was surprised. Good quality and taste. I definitely recommend. I visit many Chinese restaurants during my lunches as a field tech and this one is recommended!”


Yan's Restaurant

Location: 1 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563

Phone: (925) 253-9852“Food is top notch! Worth the drive. The war won ton appetizer soup is delicious! We had the lamb and asparagus, shrimp and walnuts, beef and green beans, and this Chinese style egg quiche (forget the name, on the back page of the menu). All were amazing!”


Walnut Creek


China Palace Restaurant

Location: 2932 N Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Phone: (925) 935-3233

“This is our new favorite Chinese place! I'm so glad my friend recommended it. We love the hot and sour soup and the pot stickers. We could literally just eat those and we'd be fine lol. But their meat plates are also really good. Totally recommend! The service is also great, everyone is so sweet and nice.”


Yan's China Bistro & Bar

Location: 2929 N Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94597

Phone: (925) 944-5968

“Yan's is just outstanding. Great food reasonably priced, great staff, the owner is people-friendly and down-to-earth. Fried crab, shrimp fried rice, and the calamari is my favorite. You can bring your own wine. Great atmosphere for gathering with friends, family, coworkers. Located in Walnut Creek. If you're not happy at Yan's, then you're just an unhappy soul.”


Sichuan House

Location: 2064 Treat Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Phone: (925) 933-3278

Website: Sichuan House

“Sichuan is a style of Chinese cuisine originating from Sichuan Province. This style of food has bold flavors, particularly the pungency and spiciness resulting from liberal use of garlic and chili peppers, as well as the unique flavor of Sichuan pepper.”


Dragon's Pond

Location: 1353 Locust St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Phone: (925) 926-0278

Website: Dragon's Pond

“Excellent Chinese food, everything is tasty and delicious. Great vibe and atmosphere. Service is always great, friendly, happy, and prompt 😍 Vegetarian options: Chow fun with veggies and tofu, buddha delight, eggplants with tofu, etc.”


Modern China Cafe

Location: 1525 N Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Phone: (925) 988-8008

“Best deal in Walnut Creek. Be careful with reasonable prices encouraging you to order more than you need. Outside seating is perfect for friends hanging out.”


Creek House Dim Sum Restaurant

Location: 1291 Parkside Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Phone: (925) 256-6869

“The best dim sum in the East Bay. Super great, service was quick and friendly. Prices are reasonable for sure. Satisfying till the end. Definitely going back to try other items.”


East Ocean Seafood Restaurant

Location: 1841 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Phone: (925) 944-1006

“Excellent & authentic Chinese, Cantonese cuisine. Their chicken, beef, pork, always tender & succulent, seafood so delicious & fresh: especially honey walnut prawns! Staff especially congenial, efficient, & helpful. I don't go elsewhere.”


Dumpling Hours

Location: 1389 N Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Phone: (925) 933-8888

Website: Dumpling Hours

“Dumpling Hours is one of those restaurants I want to gatekeep to myself because of how tasty it is but also share it with everyone. If you’ve had the staple SF spots like Dumpling Home or Dumpling Time, this restaurant is at the same level if not better. Their pan fried dumplings and XLB are to die for and I always order extra. Everything comes out piping hot and fresh. Prices are super reasonable and service is great. The restaurant can get pretty busy so make sure to budget time in case you need to wait but it’s worth it. This has definitely become one of my go-to dumpling spots in the Bay Area.”


Peony Garden

Location: 1448 S Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Phone: (925) 930-8088

Website: Peony Garden

“Definitely one of the better Chinese restaurants in the area, although some of the dishes aren't as good as others. We always love the Peking duck though. Upscale atmosphere, excellent service, convenient off-street parking all contribute to an excellent dining experience.”


Kung Fu Kitchen

Location: 1562 Palos Verdes Mall, Walnut Creek, CA 94597

Phone: (925) 930-7698

“This small restaurant has excellent service and outstanding Chinese food. The Hot & Sour Soup is the best I ever had. I highly recommend Kung Fu Kitchen.”


Panda Express

Location: 2280 Oak Grove Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Phone: (925) 939-7833

Website: Panda Express

“It's exactly what you expect very consistent and tasty Americanized Chinese food.”


Pleasant Hill


Ming'sLocation: 2653 Pleasant Hill Rd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Phone: (925) 934-9393

Website: Ming's

“Great food, kind staff, excellent service, and homey atmosphere. Best Chinese restaurant we have been in the area.”


Sichuan Fortune House

Location: 41 Woodsworth Ln, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Phone: (925) 799-2353

“The food is spicy hot, but that's what Sichuan is all about. Ask them to reduce the heat or try dishes like braised tofu if you can't handle the heat. My favorite is the cumin lamb; it is very, very Sichuan.”


China Chef Restaurant

Location: 1200 Contra Costa Blvd # K, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Phone: (925) 288-0999

“China Chef has the best Chinese food in the area. We dine in and take out as well, frequently. Very pleasant staff and always excellent service.”


Three Brothers From China

Location: 2001 Contra Costa Blvd #50, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Phone: (925) 671-6888

“Three Brothers was great. One of my favorite places to go for solid, reliable, dependable Chinese food. They didn't try to make it too fancy or over the top, just good tasty food. It was always fast and steaming hot for takeout. They're open for just two more days, so get some while there is still a chance!”


Yan's Garden

Location: 2223 Morello Ave #1850, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Phone: (925) 676-8585

Website: Yan's Garden

“Very lovely owners who cook and clean themselves and make DELICIOUS food. Please, if you're looking for a nice change of pace, come try this restaurant out. Such friendly staff (all family) and very quiet, nicely lit atmosphere. Quick to come out with food and very gentle attitudes toward customers. Will definitely be coming back here again.”


Dragon's Spring

Location: 2642 Pleasant Hill Rd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Phone: (925) 287-8899

Website: Dragon's Spring

“Excellent food. Authentic, tasty, and served quickly. A large menu and choices to choose from. Will definitely be coming back.”


Chef Choy Chinese Food

Location: 548 Contra Costa Blvd W, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Phone: (925) 671-0655

“The first big portion of Chinese food I had found for quite a long time, tastes good too but the chili sauce was not so good. Good service.”


Oyama BBQ

Location: 1420 Contra Costa Blvd D1, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Phone: (925) 822-3144

Website: Oyama BBQ

“Authentic Chinese BBQ flavor and definitely recommend to everyone!”


Concord


Yin Ji Chang Fen - Concord

Location: 1691B Willow Pass Rd, Concord, CA 94520

Phone: (925) 822-3252

“I ordered the porridge, HK milk tea, and Chinese donuts rice roll. It’s good and I love the ambiance. Really clean and bright! The price also makes sense. It felt like I was being transported back to Singapore/Hong Kong. Love it!”


Shan Shan Low Restaurant

Location: 1731 Willow Pass Rd, Concord, CA 94520

Phone: (925) 685-6311

“This place was amazing, easily one of the best Chinese restaurants I’ve been at. The service was superb. The staff was super nice, and we got our food in about 5 minutes, which was one of the fastest serving times I’ve ever had. Every single dish we tried tasted great, and there were nearly no leftovers. I would recommend this place to anyone.”


Panda Express

Location: 1100 Concord Ave, Concord, CA 94520

Phone: (925) 602-0611

Website: Panda Express

“This restaurant was really nice and clean and welcoming. The employees were awesome and served us up and got our plates ready to go real quick. I love the food, I have always loved Panda Express.”


The Chinese Kitchen

Location: 3426 Clayton Rd, Concord, CA 94519

Phone: (925) 682-1825

“Wow! Tried a few Chinese food places here and this one is by far the most authentic and delicious Chinese food meal I’ve had in a long time! They recommended the chicken wings as an appetizer and it was absolutely amazing. Highly recommend!”


China Wall Buffet

Location: 1673 Willow Pass Rd, Concord, CA 94520

Phone: (925) 827-9398

“This place is honestly a blast from the past, I don't think it has changed since the 90s, and I don't think it needs to. They simply have a huge variety of deliciously prepared food for about $15. Everything from soups to stir-fries, to sushi, to fresh crackable crab legs, it's all fresh and piping hot. The place is absolutely huge, so even when it's busy it doesn't feel that crowded. We like introducing this place to friends and family because there is something for everyone and it's just great food.”


Mann's Chinese Cuisine

Location: 4115 Concord Blvd # 52, Concord, CA 94519

Phone: (925) 685-2988

“Delicious. Excellent service. Fast and friendly. Food is fresh and tasty. Seated promptly. Clean. Pretty ambiance. Made for a nice date lunch location. We had a great time.”


Hunan Restaurant

Location: 4804 Clayton Rd, Concord, CA 94521

Phone: (925) 827-4800

“Great quality, great service! After we were seated they gave us water, tea, soup, and a couple of egg rolls. We ordered the house fried rice, honey walnut prawns, and salt and pepper pork chops. They had large portions and we had plenty of leftovers to take home. Our waiter was also so kind, we’d definitely come back again!”


Red Dragon

Location: 3491 Clayton Rd, Concord, CA 94519

Phone: (925) 676-5670

Website: Red Dragon

“This is by far the best Chinese food in the East Bay. I traveled from Oakland to have lunch with a friend and their crispy orange chicken was calling our names. We dined in the bar area, not the restaurant, and got to enjoy a conversation with locals and the owner-chef. We always over-order because it is all so good and reheats well the next day since we had lots of leftovers.”


Panda Express

Location: 5458 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Concord, CA 94521

Phone: (925) 673-9010

Website: Panda Express

“This Panda Express is very clean, organized, and has no waiting time or line. It was not crowded at the time of my visit. So far, the only location I visit that doesn't count the shrimps when they are serving it🤣🤣🤣. Truly a great experience.”


Chinese Cuisine

Location: Concord, CA 94520

“Delicious Chinese cuisine with a wide variety of dishes. Perfect for takeout or dining in with friends and family.”


Steamboat

Location: 1845 Willow Pass Rd, Concord, CA 94520

Phone: (925) 246-9999

Website: Steamboat

“This establishment is awesome! I really loved the food here, the service is great, and it is well-decorated. I had a wonderful time at the steamboat and I will definitely be coming back. I highly recommend it.”


Tasty Szechuan

Location: 4475 Treat Blvd D, Concord, CA 94521

Phone: (925) 660-6888

Website: Tasty Szechuan

“Tasty Szechuan is THE best and the most authentic Szechuan food I have had near Walnut Creek and Concord areas. I am from Chengdu, Sichuan, and I have to say that every single bite tastes like HOME! And if you wanna experience REAL Sichuan/Szechuan dishes, this should be your go-to place! On top of that, the service is phenomenal and the restaurant looks very pretty and clean inside.”


Dumpling and Noodle House

Location: 1768 Willow Pass Rd, Concord, CA 94520

Phone: (510) 455-1578

“Delicious food, good prices for what you get. Warm vibes and smiley faces. Fantastic all around! :)”


Impression of Lanzhou

Location: 1657 Willow Pass Rd Ste A, Concord, CA 94520

Phone: (925) 609-9090

“This place has really amazing, delicious, handmade noodles. I got dry noodles (beef chow mein) and my husband got a soup and both were very tasty and flavorful. The wide noodles really hit the spot for what I was craving. We ordered using the table QR code but the staff were ready to help also. Food came out extremely fast after we ordered on our phones. We will definitely be back!”


Tasty Pot

Location: 1683 Willow Pass Rd, Concord, CA 94520

Phone: (925) 266-6761

Website: Tasty Pot

“Food is hot and delicious. Easy to order either from wait staff or through the app. They are very quick and portions are large. Even I end up taking home leftovers big enough for a second meal at home.”


Dublin


Koi Palace - Dublin

Location: 4288 Dublin Blvd #213, Dublin, CA 94568

Phone: (925) 833-9090

“If you want really good Chinese food, but don't want to drive to the Bay Area, this is a great compromise. The food here is some of the best I've had all over the Bay Area, LA, and Vegas. Be prepared to wait, just about every time I get a chance to go here there is normally an hour wait. Especially during the weekend brunch. The only other option is Daly City for their other restaurant, then it's a 2-hour wait. Pick your poison.”


Golden Sand Harbor

Location: 7745 Amador Valley Blvd, Dublin, CA 94568

Phone: (925) 828-2028

“Great place for dim sum. Their prices are better than Koi Palace nearby and also the waiting time is much shorter too.”


Mayflower Restaurant

Location: 4086 Grafton St, Dublin, CA 94568

Phone: (925) 551-8088

“The best Chinese food I’ve ever had! And the service was wonderful, the staff were welcoming and we were never kept waiting. I was a little intimidated by the menu but I bet I could’ve ordered anything and it would’ve been good. The sea bass (pictured) was so juicy and tender, I’ve never had such a delicious piece of fish. We spent about $118 on three appetizers and the sea bass - including a 25% tip because again, the service and atmosphere were incredible.”


Hong Kong Cafe

Location: 7200 Regional St, Dublin, CA 94568

Phone: (925) 361-0123

“This is a Sunday afternoon, we came to this restaurant after shopping nearby. The atmosphere is pretty full of different places' names in Hong Kong. The rainbow wall reminds me of the days back in Hong Kong while waiting at MTR stations. For the food, I ordered French toast and pork bun. Cold milk tea for sure matched the bun just like a classic afternoon tea set. Milk tea tasted original, not too good nor too bad. If the cellphone and TV signals were better in this restaurant, I will come and eat more often. Recommend this restaurant for Hong Kong food!”


Mandarin Delight Dublin

Location: 4580 Dublin Blvd, Dublin, CA 94568

Phone: (925) 556-9988

“The food is absolutely delicious, jam-packed with rich flavor and cooked to perfection. They also load you down with very generously sized portions. Service is very polite and attentive. If you're in the area, give them a go. You won't be disappointed.”


Grand Cafe

Location: 3720 Fallon Rd, Dublin, CA 94568

Phone: (925) 999-8627

“Great Chinese food in Dublin. We tried the chicken fried rice with chili chicken with bones and salt and pepper shrimp. All tasted very good. I would only recommend eating in as we did a takeout few months back and it did not taste so good as the flavors get lost. So I recommend dining in. They have good dine-in service.”


Shangrila Chinese Cuisine

Location: 6568 Village Pkwy, Dublin, CA 94568

Phone: (925) 828-0918

“I absolutely recommend the restaurant, since I arrived I had a good impression because it was very clean, they opened the doors for me and they welcomed me very well, offering me the menu, the attention was the best compared to other restaurants, the food was excellent. The rice tasted delicious, I highly recommend this restaurant, everyone is very friendly. The music was not loud, it was soft enough to eat and enjoy the delicious food.”


Lulu's Kitchen

Location: 7465 Amador Valley Blvd, Dublin, CA 94568

Phone: (925) 833-7833

Website: Lulu's Kitchen

“Best Chinese food I have had in ages. Super delicious, spicy, and authentic. The place had a great atmosphere and super kind staff.”


88 BaoBao

Location: 3880 Fallon Rd, Dublin, CA 94568

Phone: (925) 361-5760

Website: 88 BaoBao

“Great food. Fast service. A bit cramped but still efficient use of space. We came in and were offered a menu to mark while we wait. When a table was ready, we first paid upfront and sat. Portion sizes were good. We also had the green beans which were a huge portion. Fried rice was simple and clean (not too greasy).”


Koi Palace Express

Location: 4288 Dublin Blvd #120, Dublin, CA 94568

Phone: (925) 833-3938

“Authentic Hong Kong style and taste Dim Sum. The beauty of their food lies in the details. Their dim sum flavors are balanced and subtle compared to a lot of dim sum houses with strong flavors. This success when the skill of the chef is adequate so that the original flavors are put on the spotlight and the delicate skills of the chef in the elements can shine by itself, not the artificial flavors added.”


Tasty Pot

Location: 4288 Dublin Blvd Suite 115 - 116, Dublin, CA 94568

Phone: (925) 248-2126

Website: Tasty Pot

“This is the perfect place if you are craving some noodle soup. They have a huge variety and the size is just wow. I had the beef noodle soup, it was full of meat and veggies, filled me up all the way. They keep pouring soup so your meal is never dry and it's served on a burning flame. Highly recommend!”



 

Indian Cuisine: Authentic Flavors of East Bay CA

Explore the finest Indian restaurants in Lamorinda and neighboring towns, where vibrant spices and rich flavors come together in every dish. Discover local favorites town by town:



Indian Cuisine: Authentic Flavors of East Bay CA


Lafayette


Swad Indian Cuisine Restaurant & Full Bar

Location: 960 Moraga Rd #1, Lafayette, CA 94549, United States

Phone: (925) 962-9575

"Excellent food and great service by the vibrant & friendly staff. The buffet is mouth watering with such a variety of dishes and cherry on top is the bread that comes along."


Orinda


SAFFRON Indian Restaurant & Bar

Location: 2 Orinda Theatre Square #153, Orinda, CA 94563, United States

Phone: (925) 217-1211

"One of the best flavors of Indian spices I had in SFO. The staff are very polite and concerned about how you feel about the food. I had lamb biryani, coconut soup, I would definitely recommend anybody who is craving for that Indian taste. This is the place. A must visit."


Anya's Kitchen

Location: 70 Moraga Way, Orinda, CA 94563, United States

Phone: (925) 257-7021

Website: Anya's Kitchen

"I've been a regular at Anya kitchen for a while, they make the best tikka in the bay hands down! I always get the lamb tikka lunch bowl. Comes with naan, rice, and salad with a super generous portion (I don’t usually finish it). Highly recommend!"


Walnut Creek


Saroor Indian Cuisine

Location: 2580 N Main St A, Walnut Creek, CA 94597, United States

Phone: (925) 937-2031

"This place has some amazing Indian food. We got the onion rings as an app and they were really unusual but delicious. For our mains, we ordered the chicken tikka masala and the chicken curry. Both were fantastic! The spice amount was perfect and the naan was perfectly cooked. Please try this place. The looks of the place are rough on the outside and inside but the food is great."


Sargam Indian Cuisine

Location: 140 N Civic Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 937-2700

"Great place. Great food. Nice people. Very inviting and friendly. Would recommend it to anyone wanting great Indian cuisine."


The Essence Redefined Indian Food

Location: 1512 N Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 718-7555

"Outstanding place. The place was very clean, organized, and colorful. The food was amazing too. One of the best Indian restaurants in the bay."


Pleasant Hill


Curry House

Location: 1966 Contra Costa Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (888) 902-8779

Website: Curry House

"Visiting from out of town and was super interested in trying this food out. Owner made no hesitation to let us try out some of the dishes. Amazing service and amazing food. Definitely will come back when visiting! Thank you so much!!"


Concord


Swagat Indian Cuisine

Location: 1901 Salvio St, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 488-9811

"Really nice place, clean, plenty of free parking across street, nice neighborhood, where you can walk around and see downtown Concord. Good food but, for my non-Indian taste, even the lowest spice level is too spicy."


Naan n Curry

Location: 2068 Salvio St, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 825-6226

Website: Naan n Curry

"Naan n Curry is a delightful find! The flavors are incredible - the curry had just the right amount of spice, and the naan is soft and fluffy. I especially enjoyed the Lamb chops. The portions are generous, and the service is friendly and attentive. I highly recommend Naan n Curry for anyone looking for a delicious and authentic Pakistani dining experience."


Tandoori Flames (The Indian Cuisine)

Location: 1740 Monument Blvd, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 332-5512

Website: Tandoori Flames

"Food was AMAZING!! Service was A1 as well!! I got the Butter Chicken with rice -- would HIGHLY recommend this. And tried something new today the Mango Halwa dessert -- it was hella good! 11/10 would come back."


Himalayan Cuisine - Nepalese & Indian Restaurant

Location: 2118 Willow Pass Rd #400, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 490-3344

"We ordered Makhani Mazza with lamb, exotic chicken tikka masala, palak paneer, garlic nann and chicken momo. The food is completely different than any other regular Indian food we have tried before and no wonder this place is 5 stars. I recommend the Makhani Mazza and exotic masala, the sauce was the best and very different. The owner can adjust the food basing on your preference and spice level. Everything is homemade and they delicate their dishes. The restaurant is nice and clean. The owner was really nice, she patiently explained the menu to us and what we expected since it was our first time trying Nepalese food."


Momo N Curry

Location: 4375 Clayton Rd G, Concord, CA 94521, United States

Phone: (925) 349-9706

Website: Momo N Curry

"This small family place has great food at good prices. Staff are friendly and take pride in a clean and cute place. The shrimp saag was tasty, and the chicken is nicely cooked."


Maharaja's Taj Mahal

Location: 4436 Clayton Rd, Concord, CA 94521, United States

Phone: (925) 446-4030

Website: (None Provided)

"My family and I came here for dinner on their second day of opening. We were provided with excellent service and the food was amazing! My favorite dishes were the butter chicken, chicken curry, and garlic naan. We will definitely be coming back!"


Anarkali Halal Restaurant

Location: 1823 Broadway St, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 349-6666

"BEST Indian food in the area. The naan bread and tikka masala are a few of our favorites. We can probably have this 3x a week and not get tired of it. The servings are generous and the food is delicious."


 

Japanese Cuisine: Authentic Flavors of East Bay CA

Explore the finest Japanese restaurants in Lamorinda and neighboring towns, where traditional techniques and fresh ingredients come together in every dish. Discover local favorites town by town:



Japanese Cuisine: Authentic Flavors of East Bay CA


Lafayette


Oyama Sushi

Location: 3651 Mount Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA 94549, United States

Phone: (925) 283-6888

Website: Oyama Sushi

"First time here and everything was delicious. We ordered the beef teriyaki, lion king roll and fried calamari. To be honest the calamari was our least favorite. We truly enjoyed the beef teriyaki, the sauce is delicious and we will be back for more."


Kiku Sushi & Vegetarian

Location: 261 Lafayette Cir, Lafayette, CA 94549, United States

Phone: (925) 385-0711

"Excellent quality Japanese dishes, with an emphasis on vegetarian options but not only. Sushi of course but also noodles, interesting salads, udon, donburi, teriyaki, katsu."


Blue Gingko

Location: 3518 Mount Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA 94549, United States

Phone: (925) 962-9020

Website: Blue Gingko

"Consistently fantastic food, atmosphere, and staff, whether you choose to eat in-person or pickup your meal."


Sushirrito

Location: 3455 Mount Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA 94549, United States

Phone: (415) 202-5047

Website: Sushirrito

"Delicious, fresh, healthy, fast. (I tried the Sumo Crunch "burrito" — it was delicious. The warm tempura, salmon & sushi rice were all standout ingredients. Then it was rolled up in what felt/looked like Bacos, but were actually red tempura flakes.) Price was right, and there are often promos available. (Tip: order via app, and try lots of the restaurant offerings here!) Tables out front, too, so you can tear into your food ASAP. Friendly staff (hi, 'Stache!), and lots of free, cold water (plus bottled drinks) to wash it all down."


Poke Go

Location: 3555 Mount Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA 94549, United States

Phone: (925) 297-7384

Website: Poke Go

"Super clean place. Super fresh items. Super reasonably priced."


Moraga


Sushi Fighter

Location: 356 Park St, Moraga, CA 94556, United States

Phone: (925) 376-7350

Website: Sushi Fighter

"Food and service are good. It would be nicer if they cleaned up the boxes and other storage items and opened the sushi bar for eating at."


Orinda


Serika Restaurant

Location: 2 Orinda Theatre Square #118, Orinda, CA 94563, United States

Phone: (925) 386-0230

"Serika’s new chef is simply amazing! We used to eat at Ozuma when he was the chef & it was excellent! Now to have the same quality of Japanese food in Orinda is incredible!"


Hanazen

Location: 87 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563, United States

Phone: (925) 254-3611

Website: Hanazen

"One of the top quality sushi places in the US. It serves Edomae sushi which is more traditional sushi than that served in the usual Japanese restaurants. Fish is seasonal and is chosen by chef Kenji. The seafood is very fresh. He seasons it to perfection to highlight the uniqueness of each sushi. There is no need for any additional soy sauce or wasabi. The typical 12-piece sushi is heavenly. If you have that with drink, you should budget about $110 per person (including tax and gratuity) for a sushi quality that is rare to find elsewhere.

It is a small family restaurant run by a Japanese couple. They have been serving top-notch sushi in Orinda for 15 years. There is no walk-in. Reservation by phone well in advance is a must. I had to book my place about 4 weeks ahead. If you come on a weekday, you still should book at least 2 weeks ahead. I can tell from their expression that they are serious about making world-class sushi and providing a dining experience that you can’t find elsewhere."


Sushi Island

Location: 19 Moraga Way, Orinda, CA 94563, United States

Phone: (925) 253-8399

Website: Sushi Island

"Awesome sushi at reasonable prices. The hand rolls in particular are great."


O'Yammy Sushi

Location: 1 Camino Sobrante, Orinda, CA 94563, United States

Phone: (925) 254-1606

Website: O'Yammy Sushi

"This restaurant is incredible!!!! They have FRESH WASABI!!!! The Nigiri is so fresh, beautiful and delicious. The Godzilla roll was packed tightly and fried to perfection, the garlic edamame was bonkers, the veggie tempura was crispy on the outside with a fresh crunch on the inside, and the gyoza had real vegetables inside. Definitely not what we were expecting from a place right next to a grocery store. I think we've found our new go-to sushi restaurant.

Vegetarian options: The veggie Tempura rolls is delicious!"


Walnut Creek


House of Sake

Location: 313 N Civic Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 930-8811

Website: House of Sake

"Consistent good food and friendly service. The cucumber salads were delicious to open for a good meal. Black and white roll is my regular go-to. We also ordered double hamachi roll, seared salmon belly nigiri, saba, sweet shrimp and seared salmon nigiri were all perfect. The fried shrimp heads were particularly tasty so we ordered more from the kitchen afterward. Agedashi tofu and shrimp tempura were light and crispy. The yakitori was packed with skewed chicken and veggies in between. We will be back for more."


Hasumi Sushi

Location: 3116 Oak Rd Ste A, Walnut Creek, CA 94597, United States

Phone: (925) 949-8041

Website: Hasumi Sushi

"Great sushi! The rolls tasted very fresh and each roll was well balanced. I got the Dynamite and sushi girl. The spicy tuna in the roll was just the right amount of spicy for me, I’m not a big fan of really spicy sushi. I also got their spicy garlic edamame, it was tasty but the spice/garlic is mainly from powered spices but still good.. again, not super spicy. I sat at the bar and the gentleman making the sushi was very nice and very engaging. The service overall was great. Definitely a spot worth trying!"


Oishi Sushi & Grill

Location: 1542 Newell Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 933-0115

"Amazing sushi! Super fresh, big rolls, and great service! Definitely recommend and definitely going back several times!"


Tatsu Sushi

Location: 1837 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598, United States

Phone: (925) 287-9273

Website: Tatsu Sushi

"Great Japanese food. Staff courteous. Waited 15-20 min for takeout order."


Sasa

Location: 1432 N Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 210-0188

Website: Sasa

"Sasa, the sashimi – fresher than a morning breeze and tastier than a fish who just got a promotion. It's so fresh; you'd think they have a private fish spa in the kitchen. The sashimi platter is like a VIP section for your taste buds, and every slice of fish is flaunting its flavor credentials."


Toyosu

Location: 1552 Locust St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 954-7419

Website: (None Provided)

"Excellent quality. Good consistency and good flavors. The Osho roll with mango and lobster was tasty. Poke salad with the taro chips was refreshing on a hot summer day. Spider-Man roll tastes solid and not over fried. Worth coming back to try other rolls on the menu."


Nama Sushi & Teriyaki

Location: 1502 Sunnyvale Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94597, United States

Phone: (925) 932-9540

"Great sushi, and incredible people working here. Love me some Nama! The Gina Roll might be my fav! The jalapeños stuffed with cream cheese and deep fried are incredible too. Great sake selection!"


IKOI Sushi -- Walnut Creek

Location: 1632 N Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 476-5222

"Best sushi in Walnut Creek hands down! I've been going here for a couple of months, and not a single day where my sushi has tasted off! Everyone who works here is always nice and generous! Also, they have the best spicy mayo"


Oyama Sushi

Location: 1521 N Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 939-3398

Website: Oyama Sushi

"This is an amazing place with very fresh food! I loved everything, beginning with the atmosphere and ending with food itself. The chef was super fast and delicate at the same time. And beautifully served sushi 🍣 ❤️"


Toyo Sushi

Location: 2865 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598, United States

Phone: (925) 947-4886

Website: Toyo Sushi

"The best sushi restaurant ever! Their tempura tastes delicious and look at this assorted fish salad! Thank you for staying open during the pandemic and serving the area with delicious food 👌"


Kokolo Donburi & Bar

Location: 1251 S California Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 476-5091

"Was just looking for some good food, very happy I found this place. We got the chicken Katsu curry and their signature wings. Wings were crispy with a honey/soy/sesame glaze. Everything was delicious."


Oishi Japanese Restaurant

Location: 2894 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598, United States

Phone: (925) 705-7692

"Love being able to choose between Thai and Japanese food at the same restaurant. Have had both and enjoyed authentic food. Only complaint is no Uni."


Ramen Hiroshi

Location: 1633 Bonanza St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 942-0664

Website: Ramen Hiroshi

"Nice ramen shop, which is reminiscent of ramen shops in Japan. Maybe that's because the proprietor is Japanese! Quiet outside atmosphere made the experience more pleasant. Service is excellent, and the ramen bowl is one of the best I've had. Oh, and try the mango cream and melon cream soda! If you're in Walnut Creek, definitely pay Ramen Hiroshi a visit!"


Kana Sushi

Location: 1280 Newell Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 938-3239

"Best sushi in town! Fresh, great service and great price."


Hakashi Sushi Bar & Grill

Location: 1385 N Main St Suite C, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 433-5068

"Excellent quality sushi served in a cool, cleanly designed space. I highly recommend it."


Pokeatery

Location: 1345 Newell Ave Ste B, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 287-1888

Website: Pokeatery

"Poke is so good! Their friendly staff walks first-timers through the process of selecting your poke and offer suggestions to make a delicious meal. Alternatively, you could select one of their pre-designed poke plans. You can't go wrong at Pokeatery!"


Pleasant Hill


Kobe Japan Pleasant Hill

Location: 1918 Oak Park Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (925) 705-7065

"Food was excellent, filet, shrimp, scallops, bacon fried rice all incredible. Our chef was a pro, fun, entertaining and added to a superb evening. Server was attentive, friendly, wine and cocktails were all very good."


Damo Sushi

Location: 508 Contra Costa Blvd R, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (925) 288-0007

Website: Damo Sushi

"Great service, great tasting sushi, friendly environment and staff, orders came out quickly, decent prices. Definitely new favorite sushi bar."


Jo's Honda Sushi

Location: 150 Longbrook Way C, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (925) 798-3459

"The sushi is very good, for some maybe a little pricey, but delicious. The real standout is the staff who are so nice, welcoming, friendly. I'd recommend the Ichiban roll!"


Matsu Sushi Japanese Restaurant

Location: 1914 Contra Costa Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (925) 671-9972

"Hands down the best sushi in town! My go-to when I’m craving sushi. I’ve tried other Japanese/sushi restaurants and none of them are compared to Matsu Sushi. This place never disappoints!"


Okini Sushi

Location: 2239 Morello Ave, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (925) 280-9828

Website: Okini Sushi

"This is the best sushi place in the area, hands down. I've tried them all. If I can't order from Okini then I don't order sushi - no one else compares to the quality and freshness."


Yokoso Japanese Restaurant

Location: 2380 Monument Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (925) 288-1628

"Excellent quality sushi, comfortable booth seating and above all personalized friendly service."


Haya Ramen

Location: 35D Crescent Dr, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (925) 849-6171

Website: Haya Ramen

"First time here and we love this place. It's the best ramen around."


Concord


Mikuni | Concord

Location: 2075 Diamond Blvd Suite 100, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 265-7660

"Sushi was excellent. The chef's sashimi selection was fresh and tasted super. The garlic edamame beans were the highlight in our group and highly recommend. Service was quick and the staff were really helpful with our questions."


Izakaya An Japanese Restaurant

Location: 3501 Clayton Rd Ste A, Concord, CA 94519, United States

Phone: (925) 338-2852

"Delicious authentic Japanese dishes. Every dish we order was savory and wanting more. This is our first visit with friends and service was great. Definitely coming back again!!!"


Kansai Concord

Location: 1669 Willow Pass Rd, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 446-4402

Website: Kansai Concord

"Great sushi, excellent and attentive service. Had to wait a little to be seated. Server genuinely was attentive even though restaurant was fully occupied. Will definitely visit again!"


BK Miyabi Japanese Cuisine

Location: 1950 Grant St # B, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 822-3328

"Amazing food and atmosphere! Ordered the 20 piece sashimi which did not disappoint, which had fantastic presentation. Also, the staff were very friendly and hospitable. So happy I tried this spot out, I’ll definitely be back!"


Hello Chicken & Sushi

Location: 108 Sun Valley Mall, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 326-6922

Website: (None Provided)

"Love everyone here! I work right next to this restaurant, foods great, price reasonable, and amazing customer service. If you’re looking at sushi in Sun Valley Mall this is the place! See you again soon."


Sushi Momoyama

Location: 1800 Monument Blvd, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 686-1888

Website: Sushi Momoyama

"Super yummy, well-presented sushi. Even got served a complimentary strip of Cal rolls. Clean pleasant establishment. Also very affordable. Plan to make it a regular visit with daughter."


Hanabi Sushi

Location: 3375 Port Chicago Hwy, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 969-9162

Website: Hanabi Sushi

"Excellent, always the freshest food. Eaten at many others, but never had better. Pricing is fair, service is good & it's always clean. I'm partial to the red dragon rolls & tempura shrimp, but I've never had anything I thought was bad. Highly recommended."


Sushi Raku

Location: 1950 Market St C, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 288-9239

Website: Sushi Raku

"Great food, great place, great atmosphere, great vibes.... food was fresh, and sushi was excellent ....service was excellent. Owner came out to greet us and our server was always smiling and happy to help us with our ordering... we will come back ....I highly recommend this place if you like sushi...."


Kinja Sushi Bar & Restaurant

Location: 2118 Willow Pass Rd #200, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 685-1605

"Really a hidden gem. Loved the attentive staff and quick service. We ordered Veg and Shrimp Tempura, Grilled Edamame, Spicy Tuna and Salmon Avocado rolls. We loved everything but spicy Tuna was my top choice. We will be back again to try more options."


Mama Sushi & Bowl

Location: 4436 Clayton Rd, Concord, CA 94521, United States

Phone: (925) 446-4588

"Best Sushi in Concord! The food is great and the service is awesome. The place is small but you won't regret eating there."


Benihana

Location: 1989 Diamond Blvd, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 827-4220

Website: Benihana

"Had a great time watching the chef prepare our meal. We enjoyed some sushi as an appetizer, had the fried rice and filet mignon for dinner. Everything was delicious."


Ozora Sushi Restaurant

Location: 785 Oak Grove Rd, Concord, CA 94518, United States

Phone: (925) 691-6009

"This place is very nice atmosphere. The service is impeccable. I recommend the sushi rolls very much. I did not care for the udon soup as much as I thought I would. But the Bento box and the sushi are not to be believed. Excellent date place with lots of big TVs if you like to watch sports. Gets busy though!!"


Tachi Sushi Bar

Location: 5458 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Concord, CA 94521, United States

Phone: (925) 672-1431

"Great service every time in the restaurant or when picking up takeout, always ready to go. Sushi incredible."


Fuji Sushi Buffet

Location: 2090 Diamond Blvd, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 822-3043

"All you can eat sushi. Prepare to wait to get seated. Long line but definitely worth the wait. The fish is fresh and wide and extensive variety. My first time here and I was pleasantly surprised. The staff is nice and fast customer service. Highly recommended."


I Love Teriyaki & Sushi

Location: 1980 Galindo St, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 680-0888

"Food was so yummy I forgot to take pics. Took pic halfway through the veggie tempura. Sushi rolls were super delicious. Kids enjoyed the chicken katsu. Will def be visiting again. Want to try their udon sometime."


Teriyaki Plus

Location: Albertson's Shopping Center B5, 1991 Monument Blvd, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 687-5555

Website: Teriyaki Plus

"Teriyaki Plus has been around for a long time! Food portions are always generous and the taste is always good!"


RA SUSHI - Delivery Only

Location: 1989 Diamond Blvd, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (325) 822-0008

"Parking: nice."


Ramen 101 Concord

Location: 1988 Galindo St, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 332-7294

"Ramen 101 is a great option when you’re downtown. The restaurant is a bit small so there can be a wait on Friday or Saturdays but it’s worth the wait. They are also super quick when you do a phone order. My favorite order is the spicy tonkotsu soup with a side of edamame. Yum!!"


 

Korean Cuisine: Authentic Flavors of East Bay CA

Explore the best Korean restaurants in Lamorinda and neighboring towns, where the richness of Korean flavors comes to life in every dish. Discover local favorites town by town:



Korean Cuisine: Authentic Flavors of East Bay CA

Walnut Creek


Mixed Grain

Location: 1546 Bonanza St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 938-5959

Website: Mixed Grain

"Delicious food, and great team. Everyone was super friendly and accommodating."


Pleasant Hill


Yaedam Korean BBQ

Location: 1428 Contra Costa Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (925) 677-5000

"My go-to Korean restaurant. I like their combo specials. Their bulgogi tastes like my mom’s bulgogi so I’m very biased to this place ha!"


Banju

Location: 508 Contra Costa Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (925) 680-8228

Website: Banju

"Great Korean fried chicken! Lots of flavors to choose from. Spicy chicken is a favorite. Sides are great too, like the kimchi fried rice. Fast, easy, delicious. Can't really ask for anything more."


Moa Korean BBQ Restaurant

Location: 508 Contra Costa Blvd # Q, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (925) 288-0005

"Still my go-to Korean in town. They've been in biz for years and never disappoint and always consistent. Their short rib soup with clear bone broth is a must order as you can't get it at this price in other Koreans. Other dishes are good but boy that soup in my opinion is the.best on the east bay!"


Nama k-Street Food

Location: 2375 Contra Costa Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (925) 798-5090

"This place is a hidden gem! Don’t walk, run to this place!! They have Korean corn dogs, bibimbap, fresh banchan, fried chicken, and so much more. We stopped by here for lunch and we loved every dish we ordered! I’m definitely coming back to try out their entire menu. The icing on the cake is their music selection of K-Pop artists: Twice, BTS, Mamamoo, Rain!"


Korean Soul Chicken

Location: 46 Golf Club Rd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (925) 349-4600

"Korean Soul Chicken offers outstanding Korean chicken that is both fresh and flavorful. From the warm and inviting atmosphere to the attentive staff, every aspect of my visit was excellent. The chicken was cooked to perfection, juicy, tender, and bursting with delicious flavors. I highly recommend this place for an exceptional Korean chicken experience."


Concord


Ohgane Korean BBQ Concord

Location: 1671 Willow Pass Rd, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 798-9292

"Excellent service and prices! This was our first time trying Korean BBQ and they made it a very pleasant experience. If you want to visit on a weekend, I'd recommend making a reservation a few hours in advance. However, I do have one complaint about their short ribs. They were not butchered correctly so they were very tough and mostly gristle. But all their other meats were excellent!"


Korea House

Location: 1835 Willow Pass Rd, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 691-8888

Website: (None Provided)

"Best Korean food I ever had in my life. The staff is very friendly and great customer service. You get the food very quick and they always use great quality ingredients."


Korean BBQ Plus!

Location: 1450 Monument Blvd E, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 680-9090

"We would set up a tent outside and eat here every day if we could. Totally delicious. Totally addictive. In a good way."


Tang Jip

Location: 1679 Willow Pass Rd, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 265-8333

Website: Tang Jip

"Food was excellent and there were a good amount of options. All wait staff was very kind and the food delivery robots are adorable :) atmosphere feels private despite the high ceiling, and the table was spotless when we sat down."


Gen Korean BBQ House

Location: 1353 Willow Pass Rd, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 798-5679

"One of my favorite places to go. Cool place to bring family your friends eat and conversate. They always came to check on you to make sure you had everything you wanted or needed. Excellent excellent service."


Plus 82 Korean BBQ

Location: 1 Sun Valley Mall, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (707) 724-9855

"Korean Street food, my favorite spicy Korean rice cake Dukboki, it was mildly spicy and delicious. They also had fish cake, dumplings and much more, quick and fast service, friendly staff. Price is very affordable!"


KO Cups

Location: 2045 Diamond Blvd, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 914-9614

"KO Cups is something else. It's amazing. They staff is always amazing. I love the KO fries with bulgogi beef is so fantastic. It's the perfect amount for a meal. You can put your perfect amount of sauce. Whenever I work I want to get some KO fries. Great prices too with the whole menu."


Mr. Lee Chicken

Location: 1651 Willow Pass Rd, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 349-6309

Website: Mr. Lee Chicken

"This place was amazing! My friends and I were visiting from out of town and there’s Korean fried chicken back home but none is nearly this good! The portions were so generous and everything was amazing. Besides the chicken I highly recommend their tteokbokki. If I’m ever in town again I will definitely come back!"


 

Thai Cuisine: Savor the Flavors of East Bay CA

Experience the best Thai restaurants in Lamorinda and neighboring towns, where the exotic tastes of Thailand come alive in every meal. Here are some of the top picks town by town:



Thai Cuisine: Savor the Flavors of East Bay CA


Lafayette


Amarin Thai Cuisine

Location: 3555 Mount Diablo Blvd Suite B, Lafayette, CA 94549, United States

Phone: (925) 283-8883

"This small restaurant on the Main Street in Lafayette was just wonderful! Soft lighting, quiet ambiance, great service -- but most of all -- fantastic food! My friend and I shared the Tofu Pad Thai and a vegetable chicken stir fry. Food was very reasonable -- less than $50 for the two of us. HIGHLY recommend!"


Moraga


Royal Siam

Location: 512 Center St, Moraga, CA 94556, United States

Phone: (925) 377-0420

Website: Royal Siam

"Excellent place! The food is absolutely delicious, and the service is quick and friendly. Neat location, overall great and I come back all the time!"


Orinda


Siam Orchid Thai Restaurant

Location: 23 Orinda Way # F, Orinda, CA 94563, United States

Phone: (925) 253-1975

"This place served a real Thai food! And it was so good, so tasty. Staff is very helpful and friendly!!!"


Baan Thai Restaurant

Location: 99 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563, United States

Phone: (925) 253-0989

"Top Thai restaurant in the area. Consistent food quality and great flavors! The service was excellent. The lady was hard working."


Walnut Creek


Torsap Thai Kitchen

Location: 1388 Locust St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 433-2166

"My favorite place in Walnut Creek. The food is absolutely delicious, though it's more Thai fusion rather than real Thai food. The cocktails are top notch and service is always very good. Will highly recommend!"


Vanda Thai

Location: 1250 Newell Ave J, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 935-9335

Website: Vanda Thai

"Very authentic Thai food. Been coming here since they open and it's consistent service and taste of food. Always have welcoming staff and delicious options. There are spicy and non-spicy options."


Plearn Thai Palace

Location: 1510 N Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 937-7999

"Food is so delicious and fresh. I love their basil scallops! The owners are so nice and accommodating! A definite repeat customer here."


Thai Thani Restaurant

Location: 2892 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598, United States

Phone: (925) 954-8385

"Beautiful and very tasty food. The Sea bass and shrimp with Thai Basil. Many sushi options. Love the ambience of traditional Thai/Asian decor. Our server was pleasant and attentive."


Kacha Thai Bistro

Location: 1665 Mt Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 988-9877

"Great Thai food. Decor is very elegant and makes you feel comfortable. Food is delicious. Kacha Thai Bistro is one of Walnut Creek's top-rated restaurants. The staff is very friendly and helpful. They explained each entrée if you have any questions. We will definitely return to Northern California and eat at Kacha Thai Bistro."


Andaman Thai Walnut Creek

Location: 1560 Newell Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 322-8667

"One of the best Thai restaurants in Walnut Creek is Andaman Thai. Their food is always fresh and delicious, and they have a wide variety of dishes to choose from. Some of their most popular dishes include pad Thai, green curry, and tom yum soup. They also have vegetarian and gluten-free options available. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, and the service is always friendly and attentive. If you're looking for authentic and tasty Thai food in Walnut Creek, Andaman Thai is definitely worth a visit."


Do Sit Thai Cuisine

Location: 1520 Palos Verdes Mall, Walnut Creek, CA 94597, United States

Phone: (925) 933-3889

"The food is beautiful and delicious! We were looking for something that felt like real Thai food like on our honeymoon and they nailed it. We got the panang curry (Thai spicy) and pad Thai. For dessert, we had to try the sticky rice with mango and it was the best! We've made this our go-to place now because the service was also stellar and felt like home."


Pleasant Hill


Thai Village Restaurant

Location: 670 Gregory Ln STE F, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (925) 256-0289

"A beautiful space with delicious food! I’ve been here twice and had such good experiences."


My Thai Cuisine

Location: 1600 Contra Costa Blvd A, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (925) 798-8424

Website: My Thai Cuisine

"The restaurant food is carefully cooked and presented. Service makes you feel like you are part of the family. Atmosphere very relaxing with ambient mellow music. Well done!"


Saneh Bangkok

Location: 2634 Pleasant Hill Rd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (925) 476-5321

Website: Saneh Bangkok

"What a great spot. Tried Saneh Bangkok for lunch and the food was great, even better was the service. Will be back to try more dishes."


Concord


Koon Thai Kitchen

Location: 4743 Clayton Rd Suite 1, Concord, CA 94521, United States

Phone: (925) 349-9498

"Excellent and unique Thai food! The eggplant stir fry with chicken was delicious, but the Ocean Thai Seafood dish was out of this world. All the seafood (generous portions; mussels, scallops, squid, shrimp, fish, and a wonderful medley of vegetables that somehow all worked together) was cooked perfectly. Service was wonderful too. This place is my dad’s favorite lunch spot."


Homey Thai Bistro

Location: 1140 Meadow Ln Ste A, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 889-2224

"This is my favorite Thai place around. The owner is so sweet. They always go out of their way to treat me and my family so well. They remember my kids' names and knew we were celebrating and gave us Thai ice cream on the house. It's that kind of family place. The food is always delicious! Great service, great food! This is the place. It's always female-owned so if you want to support a young woman and her dreams - eat here often and tip well. You will be happy you did."


Love Thai Restaurant

Location: 5434 Ygnacio Valley Rd #90, Concord, CA 94521, United States

Phone: (925) 524-0768

"Amazing Thai cuisine experience! The server was extremely friendly, helpful, and prompt. I was surprised how authentic the food was. As a Thai who lives far away from home, this place could fill my heart. I love Som tum and Pad see ew. If you like traditional Thai spicy, tell the server they won’t disappoint you. Or if you are new to Thai food, let them know they have great suggestions. The bathroom is very clean, the restaurant is very clean and decorated nicely. I highly recommend Love Thai restaurant."


Mai Thai 2

Location: 4710 Clayton Rd, Concord, CA 94521, United States

Phone: (925) 692-1199

Website: Mai Thai 2"Excellent food and service. Husband loved the pad Thai; I enjoyed the drunk noodle the first time we went. More recently, husband tried yellow curry with beef and garlic rice, and I had pad see ew with beef. Both were excellent!"


Thai Table Oak Grove

Location: 790 Oak Grove Rd # D, Concord, CA 94518, United States

Phone: (925) 822-3138

"This is the best Thai food in the area! Husband and wife team, Tyler and Clair, operate the small restaurant and cook everything. They are very hospitable and make you feel at home. The food is very authentic, fresh, with lots of veggies, and tasty. Since Tyler cooks everything from scratch it may take a bit longer but worth the wait. I’ve tried all the Thai restaurants around and this is by far the most delicious."


STIX Eatery

Location: 1500 Monument Blvd A-2a, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 849-4698

Website: STIX Eatery

"This place has delicious food and a nice quiet environment to come as a group and be able to talk. Definitely recommend if you like or want to try Laotian and Thai food. We got a BBQ meat combo plate, pork belly, pumpkin curry, Thai sausage, we love them all!"


Aung MayLiKa

Location: 1050 Contra Costa Blvd, Concord, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (925) 822-3230

Website: Aung MayLiKa

"Generous portions, tasty dishes, reasonably priced! The pea shoots were on the salty side, but overall a great meal! Also friendly service and unusual wine list for a Burmese restaurant. Wonderful experience!"


Bangkok Kitchen

Location: 1980 Galindo St, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 680-4421

Website: Bangkok Kitchen

"My favorite Thai place. Good service, kind people, excellent food with subtle flavors. I’m one of those boring people who tends to stick to my favorite dishes, but with BK I’m always trying their delicious specials."


 

Vietnamese Cuisine: Authentic Delights of East Bay CA

Explore the vibrant Vietnamese culinary scene in Lamorinda and neighboring towns. From traditional pho to savory banh mi, these top picks will transport you straight to Vietnam with every bite. Here are some of the best Vietnamese restaurants, town by town:



Vietnamese Cuisine: Authentic Delights of East Bay CA


Lafayette


Pho Benny

Location: 965 Mountain View Dr, Lafayette, CA 94549, United States

Phone: (925) 298-5372

Website: Pho Benny

"Amazing small restaurant hidden in Lafayette. Must visit and try their amazing Vietnamese food. Loved Vietnamese sandwich and noodles. Visit with family and friends, you won't be disappointed."


Hearty Gourmet Kitchen

Location: 271 Lafayette Cir, Lafayette, CA 94549, United States

Phone: (408) 605-0089

"Chef Tiffany is AMAZING!! Her food is made with love and is SO good. I would recommend her for any time she has pickup available. Amazing food, beautiful presentation!"


Orinda


Kibi's Cafe Orinda

Location: 2 Orinda Theatre Square Ste 151, Orinda, CA 94563, United States

Phone: (925) 320-1858

"Love Kibi’s for a quick healthy lunch. Summer rolls are generous and fresh! Max 5 min wait for the summer rolls and helpful online ordering system. Very accommodating to gluten, soy, egg, dairy, and other allergies. I’m Kibi’s most loyal customer!"


Walnut Creek


Pho Huynh Hiep 6 - Kevin's Noodle House

Location: 2034 N Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 933-4746

"Pho tasted delicious! Haven't had it in a while and this hit the right spot. Soup was steaming and the exact taste I was looking for. Meat was also surprisingly good quality. Service was great and food came out so quickly. Interior was what you would expect at a normal pho house. They also had real sriracha!"


Vanessa's Bistro 2 Vietnamese Restaurant

Location: 1512 Locust St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 891-4790

"Vanessa's Bistro honors the classics with subtle elevated twists. For example, the notion of tuna carpaccio sounded odd to me but it was absolutely one of the best preparations of tuna I've had in a while - bold and amazing. The poke was well balanced by the addition of diced sweet peaches against the classic umami of poke. I ordered an old-fashioned that was prepared with just a touch of coconut and banana liqueur, which sounds like a food crime, but was a beautiful tropical note to the strong whiskey flavor. Vibe was a relaxed chic feel. I recommend."


Kibi's Cafe Walnut Creek

Location: 1981 N Broadway STE 115, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States

Phone: (925) 320-1361

"One of a kind, small café offering Vietnamese cuisine. Dining area is outside the café. We tried the vegetarian rolls, Ban Mi chicken sandwich, and the noodle salad. We loved the portions and the taste of the food. The chicken sandwich was delicious! Full of nice flavored grilled chicken and veggies. Budget friendly as well"


Pleasant Hill


Pho Lee Hoa Phat 1

Location: 508 Contra Costa Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (925) 680-8135

"Very friendly and kind service. The Pho is highly recommend. The food comes out quickly."


Pho Saigon City 2

Location: 1617 Contra Costa Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (925) 375-1353

"Pho Saigon City 2 offers an authentic and flavorful Vietnamese dining experience with its delectable pho bowls and diverse menu, showcasing a delightful blend of fresh ingredients and traditional recipes."


Pho Viet

Location: 1968 Contra Costa Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, United States

Phone: (925) 483-2794

Website: Pho Viet

"If you want Delicious authentic Vietnamese food this place is for you! The grilled pork salad is something I’m going to dream about and want to explore more! The pho was flavorful with great quality rare beef slices. The portions were plentiful. The service was quick and lovely! Definitely a hidden gem in Pleasant Hill!"


Concord


Pho Huynh Hiep 5 - Kevin's Noodle House

Location: 1833 Willow Pass Rd, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 677-2131

"Totally delicious place that has excellent service and the food came super quick. It all tasted really fresh, and there was plenty of chili sauce and other goodies to add into the Pho. The price was totally reasonable and less than fast food. I had a seafood Pho bowl. I will definitely be back."


Saigon Bistro

Location: 1701 Willow Pass Rd F, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 827-1231

"Pretty good across the board but it’s the only Vietnamese place on this side of the tunnels I know of that offers Bahn Xeo (pronounced bun sow). It’s #69 on their menu and I highly recommend it. Very messy but so worth it. Don’t overthink it. Just trust me and go there and order at least one of them. It can be shared but you’ll probably want your own."


Spicy Joi Banh Mi x Lao Street Food

Location: 1687 Willow Pass Rd, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 787-7508

"Delicious Asian food, great if you like rice and are craving for the optional spicy taste. The self-service free lemon water is good. The pork dish had the right crunch to it. The chili was good. The side vegetables balanced the taste. Our soup had tofu in it, it was mild until you add the chili oil or the chili seeds. Restroom was wide and clean down the hall. Staff was attentive and approachable for requests like take away plastic, extra bowl, or spoon and fork. Besides the mural, they decorated for the season too, it was a nice touch. Parking: Location has lots of free parking space, but lots of people come in the area too so we waited about 5 minutes driving around the space."


Pho Lee Hoa Phat 1

Location: 2030 Diamond Blvd H, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 609-9594

"They are very attentive! The portion sizes come in small, medium, and large, which is thoughtful because I can't finish a medium or large portion! This would lead to wastage and inconvenience with packing! There weren't many staff members, so I had to wait a bit before seeing someone, but the staff were warm and friendly! The taste is also quite good! I would recommend it!"


Mrs. Pho

Location: PV30, 2045 Diamond Blvd, Concord, CA 94520, United States

Phone: (925) 375-1422

"Delicious food, and reasonable prices given their location. Outdoor seating exists."


 

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