Restaurants in Pleasant Hill
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Best Restaurants
“Anytime we are in Pleasanthill area we try to eat at Jo’s Honda Sushi. We used to live in Pleasanthill and we would go there at least once a week. We love Honda and all his family ❤️”
“I've been three times now and every dish I've had there is amazing. They serve Thai dishes that are not normally found in other restaurants, so the experience is unique. Also they have delicious wine cocktails.”
“We just had the most awesome breakfast at The Hangout in Martinez. I ordered the Chicken and Waffles. It had just the right amount of crunchy spicy sweet goodness. Fast and friendly service.”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Walked in on a Tuesday evening and the thin-crust pepperoni looked textbook — almost translucent in spots, with the cheese browned just right at the edges from a gas deck oven. The sausage came fennel-forward and crumbled, not pre-formed, which made a noticeable difference with each bite.
Prices sit around $17-18 for a 14-inch specialty, which is fair for the quality. The counter service was quick and patient, even when I asked for half-and-half toppings. The seating is simple — a few booths and tables with a clean, uncluttered vibe. No gluten-free crust here last time I checked, just the regular dough and a solid sauce that leans slightly sweet.”
Restaurants with Delivery
“my partner and I went during the free slider event and it was hella busy !! While we did wait the expected amount of time for any type of free giveaway event, we were delighted and impressed to see such excellent customer service. You can just TELL that this team work really well together to provide super efficient service. And the food, incredible as always. That team deserves 2x the compensation that day istg. Incredible, amazed, satisfied, yay!!!! Thank you!!!”
“I am slowly working my way through the whole menu the sea bass was excellent today so was the salmon my friend enjoyed I've had the braised beef and we both had the chicken tenders we will continue to enjoy what is offer especially those new items that just came in. chef Raul and the crew know what they're doing very lovely outing every time”
“Wow, such an unexpected gem of a sushi place!! The staff were very friendly and attentive, and everything we ordered was delicious.
We ordered:
- garlic edamame
- chicken karage
- salmon carpaccio
- hamachi carpaccio
- spicy tuna hand roll
- super (ebi, crab, eel) hand roll
Absolutely delicious, fresh ingredients, and everything was brought out staggered and timely.”
“Just rediscovered this place and I’m obsessed! Staff is super nice and the place is very clean. I’ve gotten 3 sandwiches off of their menu and have loved each one. The bread is so good and the pickle slice is such a nice touch. Can’t wait to try more stuff off the menu!”
“I’ve been coming to Giant Burger in Pleasant Hill for a long time, and the service is always excellent. Today, Lupe took care of me, and she was incredibly helpful, friendly, and attentive. I truly appreciate the outstanding customer service she provided.
The restaurant is always clean, organized, and welcoming, which makes every visit enjoyable. Because of the great food, excellent service, and well-maintained environment, I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great dining experience.
Thank you to Lupe and the entire staff for consistently doing such a wonderful job. I will definitely be back and will continue recommending this restaurant to others.”
“Walked in on a Tuesday evening and the thin-crust pepperoni looked textbook — almost translucent in spots, with the cheese browned just right at the edges from a gas deck oven. The sausage came fennel-forward and crumbled, not pre-formed, which made a noticeable difference with each bite.
Prices sit around $17-18 for a 14-inch specialty, which is fair for the quality. The counter service was quick and patient, even when I asked for half-and-half toppings. The seating is simple — a few booths and tables with a clean, uncluttered vibe. No gluten-free crust here last time I checked, just the regular dough and a solid sauce that leans slightly sweet.”
“Brunch with besties is already a treat, but here it's something really special. We had wonderful crepes, Turkish coffee, and it was my first time truing shakshuka. The atmosphere is soft and sumptuous, layered with rugs and sheepskin. The staff invited us to kick back and get cozy, and you can hardly help but relax and enjoy. Can't wait to come back!”
“Friendly, engaging staff. Clean facility. Prompt service with attentive follow up . Pizza offered in multiple varieties . Nice outdoor seating . Would come back again next time in town .”
Outdoor Dining
“Picked up from Zayn's Pizza & Deli tonight. Got the Spicy Cajun Chicken sandwich on dutch crunch so tasty! Also had a slice of the Tandoori Chicken Pizza with added Banana Peppers and a slice of the Mascarpone Pep Pizza. They were both delicious! The friendly owner has put a lot of thought and time into the menu and making everything delicious. Will definitely be going back for more!”
“Food was so good and so very excellent. But the waiting is so so bad. Last time we waited for almost 40 minutes and when we checked it was in the food to go. We were so hungry but there’s one more problem. I ordered chicken enchilada for my husband and gave us cheese enchilada. We waited for the chicken enchilada and got it fast. We will still be back. Thanks”
“An array of selections at a very reasonable price and very generous portions. I ordered the Garden Omelet; It was delicious. My daughter ordered the same. However, she chose scrambled eggs. Hashbrown and bread were included. There was also strawberry and grape jam at the table. Coffee was also superb. See photos.”
“My wife and I get tacos here every Wednesday. Yes a day late but we can't help but love it. Ashley the hostess is absolutely wonderful. She is kind, knowledgeable and makes our experience special every time. This restaurant is family owned and operated and that is what makes it so great. The quality of their food is excellent and the service is even better. They have a full bar too so of that's something you're in to then it's definitely worth a visit.”
“First, I want to highlight Jonah; he was the only server who truly cared about us. Since he has to share tips, I tipped him personally (he didn't ask for it). At the cashier, an older Filipina lady ignored me to talk to another customer without asking me to wait. Second, the prices were reasonable. The sisig was good but too salty; otherwise, you can order anything. Third, they have live music, but the singer was quite poor and it was far too noisy, even from the other room. We will likely be back, but we’ll sit even further away.”
“This spot is the most absolute amazing food and drinks and service out there. Every single food item I had has been outstanding!”
“We had a great dinner here! Everything felt very authentic, and you can tell they put a lot of care into preparing their seafood. The proportions were spot on.
A huge surprise was the miso soup—it was so good that even my kids, who usually don't touch it, finished the whole bowl. The salad was simple and refreshing, and the fried chicken (karaage) was perfectly crispy and tender. The beef was a little on the salty side for my taste, but overall, it didn't take away from a really enjoyable meal.
We liked it so much that we even grabbed some nigiri to go, and the kids absolutely loved it. Definitely a spot we’ll be coming back to.”
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“Finally went to this place. The food was fantastic. Service was great when we first arrived, but after ordering our food is when it began. I did not receive the correct empanadas. The ones I did receive were also great, so I said nothing. The paloma was slow to arrive. My husband's meal did not arrive until we were halfway done with ours. There was no checking in with us, and no offers of more water for our empty glasses. My husband finally got up to get someone for our check. They were apologetic and brought out some churros on the house. My shrimp tacos were amazing, and my son's tzunun salad looked amazing, too. Not sure how often we will be back. The service was not great and eating out is very expensive these days. For the prices paid, some beans or rice with tacos should not be an upcharge. Some chips and salsa should be included as well.”
“I appreciate that this restaurant is open late. Our waitress was very helpful and kind. The food was freshly made and was well seasoned. My only complaint was that a lot of the food tasted similarly because of the spices used. I would have liked more variety. The sour and spicy noodle soup was very good, it reminded me of a dish a friend used to make for me. The grilled meats were also nice.”
“My wife and I get tacos here every Wednesday. Yes a day late but we can't help but love it. Ashley the hostess is absolutely wonderful. She is kind, knowledgeable and makes our experience special every time. This restaurant is family owned and operated and that is what makes it so great. The quality of their food is excellent and the service is even better. They have a full bar too so of that's something you're in to then it's definitely worth a visit.”
“We went to a baby shower last Saturday. We sat outside which was lovely. The service and food is ALWAYS so good! They do not skimp on their portions! We have been coming here since 1985. Thanks Tony, you know how to do it right!”
“First, I want to highlight Jonah; he was the only server who truly cared about us. Since he has to share tips, I tipped him personally (he didn't ask for it). At the cashier, an older Filipina lady ignored me to talk to another customer without asking me to wait. Second, the prices were reasonable. The sisig was good but too salty; otherwise, you can order anything. Third, they have live music, but the singer was quite poor and it was far too noisy, even from the other room. We will likely be back, but we’ll sit even further away.”
24 Hour Restaurants
“Let me say that I was completely impressed by the food quality it was great. It was Hands down one of the best burgers I have had in awhile. The price was good too better that most places for less taste.. the service was very fast and friendly and suggested mushrooms on my burger wich I’m glad I did.. it was overall a not cleaner inside this time the management repaired the booth that were ripped and I can see clearly out the windows great job by all here”
“Finally went to this place. The food was fantastic. Service was great when we first arrived, but after ordering our food is when it began. I did not receive the correct empanadas. The ones I did receive were also great, so I said nothing. The paloma was slow to arrive. My husband's meal did not arrive until we were halfway done with ours. There was no checking in with us, and no offers of more water for our empty glasses. My husband finally got up to get someone for our check. They were apologetic and brought out some churros on the house. My shrimp tacos were amazing, and my son's tzunun salad looked amazing, too. Not sure how often we will be back. The service was not great and eating out is very expensive these days. For the prices paid, some beans or rice with tacos should not be an upcharge. Some chips and salsa should be included as well.”
“Lovely ambiance, great food! Wonderful service! Great place for groups!”
Takeout Restaurants
“Excellent authentic Mexican dishes with menu items for the more California Mexican pallet. Very reasonably priced. It can be a bit spicy but some dishes can be adjusted. Excellent flavors and good sized portions make it a great value. Looking forward to coming back and trying different dishes!”
“Brunch with besties is already a treat, but here it's something really special. We had wonderful crepes, Turkish coffee, and it was my first time truing shakshuka. The atmosphere is soft and sumptuous, layered with rugs and sheepskin. The staff invited us to kick back and get cozy, and you can hardly help but relax and enjoy. Can't wait to come back!”
“You can never go wrong with Ming's!
I've been here for their lunch special a half-dozen times over the past year, and it's been consistently excellent. Great price for the amount of food, and every entree I have ordered has been great, especially the spicy eggplant with tofu. The portions are very generous too - my wife and I always end up bringing home leftovers.
My family and I often order takeout for dinner here as well, and again, have never been disappointed. Everything is exceptionally fresh - the veggie and seafood options are my favorites.”
“A lot of places around here do decent pho, and this one is solid across the board. The beef pho is consistently good. The chicken has a slightly different style that works really well, especially when you’re not feeling great. The vegetarian is better than most pho spots manage, which is nice if you’re ordering for someone who doesn’t eat meat.
The bún bò Huế is also good, and I usually swap in egg noodles. Appetizers have all been fine.
I mostly stick to pho here and haven’t had a bad bowl.”
“Staff are very friendly and polite
Food is amazing
The French toast are very unique
Definitely recommend this place and if I’m ever back in town I will definitely visit them again
It’s a good spot to let time go by if you’re waiting for events and they are kid friendly”
“I've ordered takeout from Pho Viet several times now, and it never disappoints. My go-to is the grilled beef with garlic noodles, always paired with an egg roll on the side—and it's fantastic every time. The portion size is just right for a satisfying, well-rounded meal. I love that they include fresh veggies like carrots and lettuce at the bottom, which adds a nice balance to the dish.
The beef is always perfectly cooked and seasoned, and the garlic noodles are packed with flavor. And trust me, the egg roll is a must—crispy, flavorful, and the perfect finishing touch.
The staff are always super friendly when I stop by to pick up my order, which makes the experience even better. I’m really looking forward to coming back and trying more of their menu, especially the pho, which I’ve heard great things about.
Highly recommend!”
“never disappointed what ever I order. linguica sandwich is my fav for lunch. Denver omelet is my fav breakfast. the service is warm and friendly. wish it was closer. I live in Lafayette. but it is worth the drive”
“We always have a great experience at Back 40. The food is great, and especially for the cost. No matter what day or time we go we get great food, healthy, fresh and fast. The staff are amazing. Ricky and Amanda are the absolute best. Patrick is a great manager, and Jerome is also great. We eat in the bar area or restaurant depending on our mood, or how busy they are. No matter what we get fast, friendly service. The staff never fails to acknowledge repeat customers with friendly hellos even if they aren’t your server for the day. Great separate areas for large party, and upstairs for small or large banquets. Amazing food and drinks for the price. Way better than fast food.”
“I do not know how to tell you that you HAVE to try this place. Their food is made fresh to order and so legit! So far we’ve tried half the menu and nothing has been a miss. If you know what southern food is supposed to be but don’t know where to get it in California, now you do!!”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“While I hate to cheat on Martinez, CJ's is a larger, more sophisticated but not too, version of our once Ferry Street and a far less dysfunctional version of Whiskey Lane, the latter of which I frequented to write until I found CJs where you can meet new great people, or sit in your corner and write. All folks are good folks at CJs. And that's my run on sentence on that matter.”
“The first time you were able and you had to do something about the situation you had with your family you had a good relationship and I think that you had to do that with the kids because I know that you had a bad experience and you were trying and I think you had a great ? and you were right to say it but I don’t know what to tell him about it and you have a lot more than that and you know I’m”
“We always have a great experience at Back 40. The food is great, and especially for the cost. No matter what day or time we go we get great food, healthy, fresh and fast. The staff are amazing. Ricky and Amanda are the absolute best. Patrick is a great manager, and Jerome is also great. We eat in the bar area or restaurant depending on our mood, or how busy they are. No matter what we get fast, friendly service. The staff never fails to acknowledge repeat customers with friendly hellos even if they aren’t your server for the day. Great separate areas for large party, and upstairs for small or large banquets. Amazing food and drinks for the price. Way better than fast food.”
“Experience exceptional dining at Jack restaurant, where the waitstaff and bartender provide top-notch service with a smile. They take the time to ask about your meal and ensure that every detail meets your satisfaction.”
“They have a taco truck in the plaza in front of the pleasant hill bart. I went on a Tuesday night and got 5 tacos. They were so good and pretty quick too. I tried one of each meat, and they were all delicious. I will definitely be going back.”
Cheap Eats
“Great local bbq/deli/meat market. You can get any type of meat from raw brisket, their famous marinated ball tip, I've even seen gator for sale here before. They also have packages that are great if you're going camping that will contain eggs and other protein so you can pay one price and head out. They make one of the best breakfast sandwiches around. Not into meat? They also have salad options and seasoned fries in various flavors. The staff is very friendly as well as knowledgeable and will gladly assist you with any questions.”
“Chef Choy Chinese Food may never be the same after a group of 12 longtime friends get together and share over embellished stories that grow every year. What a great time, thank you to all of the staff at Chef Choy for enduring our bantor. Top it off with great service and amazing food!
Mike G.”
“This place is so popular! I went on a Saturday night and there was a pretty constant stream of groups coming in to grab the yogurt. It’s clean, all the flavors/machines were functioning and all the toppings were well stocked and clean/fresh. There were some seating as well. There’s probably enough space in there for a few more seats along the wall on one side, but not complaining because at the pace of customers coming in, there was plenty of seating. Self serve, so minimal interaction with the staff but they seemed nice.
Will be back again soon!”
“Its a family run cafe that is quiet and feels so chill and local. Very nice decorations and clean. I liked the hand written board. I felt the prices were perfectly reasonable and I was able to get some work done and find a seat without issue. Ill be back for sure”
“So far, it's a good boba place to hang out. There are tons of flavors. You can choose from popping boba, aloe vera, grass jelly, cheese foam, and crystal pearls. My favorite combo lately has been brown sugar boba with oat milk and crème brûlée foam and kumquat Lemon green tea. Support local restaurant”
“it's always pretty good here. The prices are fair and I'm always up for a repeat”
“Very fresh and would definitely recommend the Big Combo Appetizer (Shumai, Gyoza, Tempura & Yakitori) to go with your Meal. Very friendly people, satisfied with the Food and Service😋”
“I appreciate that this restaurant is open late. Our waitress was very helpful and kind. The food was freshly made and was well seasoned. My only complaint was that a lot of the food tasted similarly because of the spices used. I would have liked more variety. The sour and spicy noodle soup was very good, it reminded me of a dish a friend used to make for me. The grilled meats were also nice.”
Latest Reviews
“Let me say that I was completely impressed by the food quality it was great. It was Hands down one of the best burgers I have had in awhile. The price was good too better that most places for less taste.. the service was very fast and friendly and suggested mushrooms on my burger wich I’m glad I did.. it was overall a not cleaner inside this time the management repaired the booth that were ripped and I can see clearly out the windows great job by all here”
“The Manager and the staff are absolutely amazing. Every time I walk in there I get such a friendly welcome with smiles. The food is out within a couple minutes, so nice so friendly, so sweet I love them all so professional. The place is always clean. They will come every single person that walks in the door. I will never go anywhere else but that location I’m a very happy unsatisfied customer.”
Most Popular Restaurants
“my partner and I went during the free slider event and it was hella busy !! While we did wait the expected amount of time for any type of free giveaway event, we were delighted and impressed to see such excellent customer service. You can just TELL that this team work really well together to provide super efficient service. And the food, incredible as always. That team deserves 2x the compensation that day istg. Incredible, amazed, satisfied, yay!!!! Thank you!!!”
“Let me say that I was completely impressed by the food quality it was great. It was Hands down one of the best burgers I have had in awhile. The price was good too better that most places for less taste.. the service was very fast and friendly and suggested mushrooms on my burger wich I’m glad I did.. it was overall a not cleaner inside this time the management repaired the booth that were ripped and I can see clearly out the windows great job by all here”
“I’ve been coming to Giant Burger in Pleasant Hill for a long time, and the service is always excellent. Today, Lupe took care of me, and she was incredibly helpful, friendly, and attentive. I truly appreciate the outstanding customer service she provided.
The restaurant is always clean, organized, and welcoming, which makes every visit enjoyable. Because of the great food, excellent service, and well-maintained environment, I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great dining experience.
Thank you to Lupe and the entire staff for consistently doing such a wonderful job. I will definitely be back and will continue recommending this restaurant to others.”
“Just rediscovered this place and I’m obsessed! Staff is super nice and the place is very clean. I’ve gotten 3 sandwiches off of their menu and have loved each one. The bread is so good and the pickle slice is such a nice touch. Can’t wait to try more stuff off the menu!”
“Food was so good and so very excellent. But the waiting is so so bad. Last time we waited for almost 40 minutes and when we checked it was in the food to go. We were so hungry but there’s one more problem. I ordered chicken enchilada for my husband and gave us cheese enchilada. We waited for the chicken enchilada and got it fast. We will still be back. Thanks”
“Chef Choy Chinese Food may never be the same after a group of 12 longtime friends get together and share over embellished stories that grow every year. What a great time, thank you to all of the staff at Chef Choy for enduring our bantor. Top it off with great service and amazing food!
Mike G.”
New Restaurants
“We had a great dinner here! Everything felt very authentic, and you can tell they put a lot of care into preparing their seafood. The proportions were spot on.
A huge surprise was the miso soup—it was so good that even my kids, who usually don't touch it, finished the whole bowl. The salad was simple and refreshing, and the fried chicken (karaage) was perfectly crispy and tender. The beef was a little on the salty side for my taste, but overall, it didn't take away from a really enjoyable meal.
We liked it so much that we even grabbed some nigiri to go, and the kids absolutely loved it. Definitely a spot we’ll be coming back to.”
“Semi new spot as of April 2026... dont know if its a franchise or not.
Ordered Hangover Angus Burger, russet fries, and strawberry shortcake shake. Started with the fries with no sauce. Pretty much perfect. Temp, texture, quality. Dip a few in there cherry spicy sauce... oh wow!!! Burger was medium and it smacked!!! The shake. Get one for yourself. If you love milkshakes, you'll be back just for that.
Ambience is chill. Not too fast food, not to fancy. Good seating selection and handicap accessible.
Try them out. Hope you enjoy! Before and after pic attached.... shake was finished on the way home! Dont question that! Ha!”
Recommended
“I am slowly working my way through the whole menu the sea bass was excellent today so was the salmon my friend enjoyed I've had the braised beef and we both had the chicken tenders we will continue to enjoy what is offer especially those new items that just came in. chef Raul and the crew know what they're doing very lovely outing every time”