True, Walnut Creek technically doesn't touch the water, but Ellen McCarty and Kevin Weinberg didn't think that should preclude its residents from enjoying the ambiance of a yacht club. So they decided to open Walnut Creek Yacht Club more than 20 years ago—just sans the water. Instead, the restaurant lives up to its name with […]
Residual Sugar believes that wine is for everyone, not just those who've been formally trained to swish and sniff a glass before tasting it. That's why the wine bar offers a space where everyone feels welcome, It even offers a glass for every budget when you come before 6 p.m. Happy hour house wines are […]
In Hawaii, the poke bowl is constructed according to tradition. It has a layer of white rice on the bottom, followed by veggies, and topped with thin slices of raw tuna. Oke Poke takes this staple and grants its customers a bit more flexibility with the ingredients. Since Oke Poke debuted a branch in Walnut […]
Ramen Hiroshi only recently debuted in Walnut Creek, but it's already won over a large group of fans thanks to its inventive take on traditional Japanese fare. Before you dive right into the namesake ramen, most Yelpers recommend easing into your meal with the eatery's best appetizer, the chicken karaage. Chefs recreate the American South's […]
Piping-hot pastrami, gooey Swiss cheese, and fresh ciabatta bread. These are the components that collide to become the wildly popular hot pastrami sandwich at Morucci's Si Mangia Bene, a classic Italian deli in Walnut Creek. In fact, anything stuffed between slices of ciabatta bread is typically a hit at Morucci's, probably because it's always served […]
Head to Dragon’s Pond for a flavorful meal of Mandarin-style Chinese cuisine. Stop by at lunchtime for great lunch specials at a bargain price. Service is speedy, if you’re in a time crunch to get back to work. Lunch options include General Tsao’s Chicken, Orange Beef, Drunken Chicken, and Kung Pao Prawns. Appetizers include Pot […]
Come to Dragon’s Pond Chinese Restaurant, where great cuisine is always an order away. Located downtown, Dragon’s Pond is an excellent place for lunch. The luncheon specials include a number of traditional favorites, and every one is served with the soup of the day, a choice of egg roll or salad, and your choice of […]
A unique take on Vietnamese cuisine, Vanessa’s Bistro 2 in Walnut Creek, CA serves Vietnamese-inspired tapas, sandwiches, meat, and seafood dishes. Regulars like to come here with friends to share several small plates of food. Regulars recommend the filet mignon salad, the tuna and salmon poke, the fresh spring rolls, the maple leaf duck confit […]
If you’re looking for a true burger classic, Walnut Creek locals have raved for years about the offerings from George’s Giant Hamburger. This place means what it says, with enormous patties straining even the most dedicated diner’s capacity. The burgers served up here are deliciously old-school, plucked sizzling from the grill and slapped on a […]
54 Mint Il Forno is a new Italian-style bakery that has already become popular among locals for its large and tasty desserts, sandwiches, calzones and focaccias. The menu here changes according to what’s in season and available fresh that day. Popular items include the flourless chocolate cake, the veggie pizza, the raspberry tart, the bomboloni, […]