Restaurants in Richmond

“Looking forward to the grand opening!”

“Amazingly great food. This is one of those gems that make a neighborhood. Attached to a gas station, but dont let that fool you, this is one of those truck-driver diaspora bodegas where they sell excellent Halal food for the many muslim drivers who need Halal foos along their route.”

“This may be my favorite broth. Or close tie with Ao Sen. Other favorites are the grilled shrimp sausage rolls, fried fish or shrimp with jalapenos/onions, Vietnamese pancake, papaya salad.”

“Like the food. Music was too loud. Service was great. A bit pricey for those on a fixed income.”

“Wowowowowow!!! I’ve loved in Richmond for 10 years and just found this gem tonight. WHAT A TREAT! The dogs are epic, get mayo on the Chili dog, Dana and Chevy were the absolute best, and it was an ACTUAL magical experience.”

“The food and service are really good im a local and me and my family come here a lot whenever we arw hungry. I love the nacho fries because they make them with nacho cheese instead of shredded cheddar. Also ive had breakfast burritos at multiple places in the area and the ones here blow any of those out of the water, the regular burritos are good too. All the food taste fresh and cooked with care not assembled quick and sloppy, the whole menu is solid and i plan to keep coming in the future.”

“This place is amazing! The owners are so generous! We got all of our wedding wine here and it was such a treat - our guests are still talking about the Yummo. A wonderful experience working with them :).”

“Pizza was amazing and the music was awesome 💕 a great neighborhood place with friends!”

“Super friendly crew and super yummy beers!”

“I love this place. I can’t eat açai bowls from anywhere else. They’re just not the same. I don’t even live in Richmond anymore. I live in San Francisco, but I’m on my way to Richmond just to get one of these açai bowls.”

“Been to Hotel Mac many many times and never ever been disappointed. The menu often varies with excellence across the board. Just celebrated my 70th birthday there. Wonderful evening in a great atmosphere.”

“Gran Milan is THE place to get the most delicious foods on the planet!!! I recently ordered mini sfogliatelles, cannolis, (3) meter long pizzas n wonder focaccia bread to make sandwiches and their famous olive bread sticks!!! Thanks for the beautiful foods and service!!! I highly recommend Rufo’s place for your next catering! I haven’t seen sfogliatelles outside of NY!!! Love this place!!”

“All of their food is delicious🔥🤤😋”

“This place is amazing place and I loved the pizza the guy that owns this place is a great guy. Try this pizza it’s so worth the drive no matter how far you are.👍”

“Deliciosa comida recomendadisimo al 100% y muy buena atencion”

“Friendly staff. Very attentive to customers as soon as they walk in. I personally enjoy the Chipotle Breakfast sandwich, either on crossiant or bagel. To top it off, Mexican Hot coco.”

“I had 3 tacos. Tripa had a great char. Pastor was not greasy and Lengua super tender. Surprised so good when not seafood. Little eating area was nice for a being in a lot. Helpful service. Definitely will come back.”

“Great beer, food and service”

“I had the breakfast burrito which was delicious and very affordable it had great taste and is massive and my Gf had the pollo empanisado and she loved it as well its a hidden gem in Richmond”

“Best food and best service!”

“This was my first time dining there. Definitely not my last. First class atmosphere, Customer Service and food. I see other items on the menu I want to try. And the best part is the locale. I only live 2.5 miles away from a top notch dining venue on the water. Fantastic!!”

“This place is delicious. I live in Berkeley and it has kinda ruined to other kebab places for me. It is so flavorful and good. I do take away, as they don't serve beer and the atmosphere is very casual but there are plenty of seats ant tables.”

“great food and service!!!”

“Came to eat here because we wanted to try something new and we were not disappointed. We tried the chicken, carnitas, lengua, chorizo, asada and pastor. All were flavorful i think my favorite was the chorizo :) the only Down side is that it’s a small place 4 spots to sit inside and the rest of the tables are outside. I’m not sure of they have bathroom either but I will definitely be back to try the other items on the menu !”

“Good but a little slow..order ahead digitally. Frustratingly they don’t take phone orders.

And use the ketchup packets - better and less bitter than the big pumps🥫🍅”

“Awesomely cheap tasty burgers and yummy seasoned fries. Quick service overall super great. There is no place to sit and eat or even really sit and wait. But the wait is never long. They usually clean out the milkshake machine, maybe even an hour prior to closing.”

“Small place but worth the visit, excellent seasoning and service. Very good food and handmade tortillas made to order. Definitely a piece of Mexico in California.”

“I had Camarones a la Diabla for Sunday night dinner. The shrimp was fresh and cooked well. Sat outside where they have two tables for four and a counter. Friendly and nice service. Overall nice place to have a quiet dinner.”

“I love their chopped salad and their lemon bundt cake!”

“I ❤️ these guys chicken catfish💕💕💕”

“The vegetarian food was great! Love the potatoes from Szechuan!”

“So happy to find a delicious and friendly restaurant that doesn’t close in the afternoon in my neighborhood. We have been there several times in the past couple months and I’m still trying new things on the menu. My husband tried the ribs which he said were the best he’s ever had and half the serving went home with him. It was huge! Desserts are exceptional especially the flan. I’m still exploring their vegetarian options but so far my favorite is their version of chili relleno. Come and relax and enjoy the food and friendly atmosphere!”

“All around- the location, the food the atmosphere the service the unique area it is at the music….. all of it and more…. I enjoy taking my family and friends there because I know they will be in awe …..💕”

“I found this place when I first moved here to Richmond almost 4 years ago and it never disappoint great food great service and timely service. It right in the heart of Richmond.”

“We ordered around 150 tacos for a party, which they conveniently delivered for a very low price. Our guests absolutely love the tacos! The orders showed up in pizza boxes and were super easy to serve! I highly recommend for a big party!”

“Great pizza with A1 service! I walked in and got a mini pizza custom made in less than 15 minutes! The staff was super nice and the atmosphere was chill. It was clean and a pleased find on a day I was looking for a good pie!”

“Excellent food in a clean, comfortable, casual setting.y go to place for comfort food close to home. I recommend it to my friends and colleagues.love the Dragon Beef 🥩”

“This is the bomb!!!! We just had our X-mas gathering with 31 people and I can say the owner was very accommodating, pleasantly to work with. The food was so delicious specially the QUESABIRRIAS, everyone went crazy over it. The menu is great,I highly recommend this place. Will truly come back for more! Come on let's show some support for this family owned business!!!!”

“We held a celebration of life memorial for my mother-in-law at Vibe. The feedback from the attendees was across the board raves for the food, service, and space.

During both the pre-planning process and the event itself, Free and her staff were friendly, responsive, flexible, and just enjoyable to be around. You could say they give off good vibes. :-) We highly recommend Vibe Bistro!”

“Absolutely delicious, authentic Brazilian food”

“absolutely the best tamales I have ever had at a restaurant. I'd swear they were home made if I hadn't ordered them myself... super find!!! I'll never order from anywhere else again.”

“If I could give this play 10 stars I would. The owner is amazing, the food is amazing, the karaoke is amazing!!! Everything is so good! I will definitely be back! 10/10”

“Best Shrimp Shui Kai (extra large and tastier wonton) in Northern California.
I know San Mateo ( hour drive) ladies who regularly after evening MJ game drive across the Bay for Daimo Shui Kai!”

“Really love their shrimp cocktail. It’s one of the best shrimp cocktails in the county I think. I haven’t eaten anything else at Maria’s Taqueria because I’m hooked on the shrimp cocktail but my boyfriend loves their super burrito with Carnitas.”

“We were a group of 6 and we ordered 5,6 items which was pretty enough for all us. Alex was really kind and helpful. Happy with both the food and service. Will be back for sure.”

“This is the best place to eat in the Bay... yes I'm biased lol. I've loved this place since going to Richmond HS, service is unmatched, great people and the food is absolutely amazing. Go you you a mushroom steak hoagie.. I'm going today”

“muy ricos tacos y económicos 😅 excelente corazón de tacos!!”

“For a Drive Thru in the outskirts of Richmond I was stunned by the size of the fries and the Jalapeño on the chopped meat sandwich was spot hitting! The lady was nice and it was much better quality than you would expect from a drive thru!”

“Reminds me of my grandma's food, so comforting and delicious every time. Cooks are from Guanajuato and this place is authentic. The birria caldo is delicious, carne asada plate is bomb with handmade tortillas, the mole enchiladas will blow your mind, and chile relleno was fire! 10 out 10 every time!”

“I truly believe this is the place where it first started with the Krispy crunchy chicken that first bite no KFC no church's and Popeyes can match the chicken only problem is the side orders never enough runs out quick”

“German Chocolate Cake was FIRE! Purchased at Berkeley Bowl. Will go visit Cassandra in Richmond next to see what else she has… hoping to try her pineapple coconut cake!”

“So glad to find out they reopened after being closed a while during the pandemic. Currently you have to pre-order a day in advance for pickup so it takes a little planning but so worth it.Their fried chicken is so crispy. I ordered it with waffle fries and they say they only fire up the fries just before your pickup time so that they're fresh. When I went to pick up my order, they let me know it would just be a few minutes because the fries were finishing and when he came out with my order, he said he accidentally made the salad but included both the fries and salad and threw in a vanilla pudding. Everything was so delicious. Even the bonus pudding had flecks of vanilla bean and tasted so much better than the instant stuff. The chicken and fries were enough for 2 meals.”

“Amazing noodles! I ordered the special noodle with extra spicy red soup, and it was absolutely delicious. The broth was rich, flavorful, and perfectly spicy—not just heat, but real depth. The noodles were chewy and cooked just right, and the portions were very generous. Super satisfying and authentic. Definitely coming back again. Highly recommend for spicy food lovers!”

“Best Rugby themed bar ever. Best kept secret in point Richmond CA”

“Hidden gem inside a Chinese market.

We had:
• Vietnamese Coffee with Ube and Boba with 25% sugar. It was perfect! Perfect sweetness!
• Taro Coconut Milk Tea with Mango was interesting. Real creamy coconut milk. Felt like the one’s I had in Thailand.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!”

“That pizza was 🔥🍕🔥🍕❤️‍🔥💯”

“It is welcoming and relaxed, making it a great spot to bring your family and friends, or enjoy a casual treat. The staff is kind and patient it is a family owned business and known for their churros around Richmond and San Pablo, It’s the kind of place where everyone feels at home while enjoying some traditional churros.”

“I had the pleasure of dining at this restaurant, and it exceeded all my expectations. The service was prompt, and the staff made us feel right at home. The food was a culinary masterpiece. The restaurant's ambiance is serene and tastefully decorated. A must-visit!”

“I definitely enjoyed the Mango Fried rice dish along with the garlic noodles. Had Thai Iced Tea, which is always a treat. I did call this order in for pick up. When I got there I had to wait a minute, because they were busy but it wasn't long. They gave me an extra Thai iced tea on the house, I didn't need it. Yet it shows the type of business I'm eating at. The ambiance is very welcoming. The art work on the walls of the culture is beautiful. Would recommend friends/family to come and try this place out.”

“I'm not a fan of spicy food, but I am a fan of flavorful and delicious food! This place is the real deal, and worth EVERY dime spent. I can customize my food by asking for nothing spicy... and they comply! However, I must say that I'm addicted to the Crab Fried Rice!!! I don't have to customize any of it. I was even brave enough to order the Tom Tom soup which is Hot and Sour soup. This soup is a tasty medicinal soup for any stomach issues or cold and flu issues. What I like the most about this soup 🍲 is that my feet are dancing while I am basking in this flavorful dish You owe it to yourself to get wrapped up in the warmth and and flavorful aroma while healing your body and soul. I call this soup "A vacation in a bowl" and I challenge anyone to step up and try it, You'll thank me mm for the recommendation 😎👍. Toodles to all as I send you blessings, peace 🕊️ and safety to you and your loved ones ☺️🙏😎.”

“Amazing Quesabirria tacos! Absolutely delicious. They add a sauce that has a real kick- so if you prefer mild- tell them to leave it off! I got one & then went back for another! They were at Homegrown Hops in Livermore on Saturday, Sept 2nd.”

“I love this company ! Everything they do and make is with positive intention. The products are high quality ingredients and taste. The bottles and the zero waste mission is outstanding. Keep it up your my favorite company!”

“A very sweet elderly woman greeted me with a smile and surprisingly understood my broken Portuguese. She got me all of my favorite Brazilian sweets and was very happy to do so. A very clean cafe with bright sunny decor.”

“Wow this good was so good and reasonably priced! We were just passing through and needed some dinner, found this gem of a location. Wish we had good food like this where we live.”

“These have to be the best ribs I’ve had in a long time.”

“I apologize for the mix up, I actually ended up here after a bad experience at your neighbor restaurant, once again I apologize. By the way, I loved the super chicken burrito with no rice and extra meat.”

“Best beans I have EVER had! Must order!!”

“Delicious food at this no frills taqueria! We ordered a half rotisserie chicken and a fried tilapia. It was more than enough to feed our party of four. Good food at reasonable prices.”

“Tried this local Salvadoran spot in Richmond and really enjoyed it. I ordered two beef tacos and an authentic Salvadoran-style horchata, and everything was on point. The tacos were flavorful, well-seasoned, and made fresh, and the horchata tasted homemade—not overly sweet and very refreshing. You can tell this is a family-run place that cares about the quality of their food. Always happy to support local businesses like this. I’ll definitely be coming back.”

“Simurg Bakery provides great baklava to the ones missing a professional taste in USA. Go for it!”

“Everything here is absolutely delicious! highly recommend!”

“This place is perfect for halal grub food - the owner was incredibly kind and offered us a slice to try while we waited for what we ordered. The food was phenomenal. Service was phenomenal. Also noticed that they have Lucuma / egg fruit ice cream that I cannot wait to try next time!”

“I recomend this place for their bolillos or birotes, fresh and hot everytime i go. The last for a long time with out geting stiff to soon. Love their polvorones, only place u'll find them.”

“This place is kinda hidden in a cul-de-sac but has some of the best carnitas around in a taco the size of most chain restaurant's burritos and five times as good.”

“Very delicious and fresh fruits, snacks very well served, quality and very reasonable price

Kid-friendliness: Lots of variety of snacks for the whole family

Wheelchair accessibility: Accessible to all including wheelchairs”

“The food is soooo good, feels like I'm eating moms cooking. I drove past them and decided to give it a try since they are fairly new. The staff was welcoming and friendly, and they even have Karaoke on Friday only . The vibe was similar to a family get together, and the portions are generous. Def coming back again”

“I’m very happy that there is a Mexican restaurant in our community. The food is fresh and delicious. I will definitely come back again. I hope they can keep doing what they’re doing.”

“It is a nice local place that is owned by one family for the last three generations. It’s almost 100 years old. The food was delicious and the personnel were very friendly. Me and my husband are definitely gonna come back.”

“Great food, relaxed environment, great place.”

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“(Translated by Google) It is a place where you can feel safe to consume this product, especially they take cleanliness a Hygiene that is very careful, the staff is friendly I recommend them without saying more: God bless this place and all who work there .(Original)Es un lugar donde se pueden sentirse seguro para consumir este producto , sobre todo toman en serio la limpieza una Higiene que es muy cuidadosa , el personal es amable se los recomiendo sin más que decir : que Dios bendiga este lugar y a todos los que allí trabajan .”

“(Translated by Google) Quite rich food and good service, the decoration a bit old(Original)Bastante rica la comida y buen servicio, la decoración un poco antigua”

“The owner is super sweet! Did you know they've been here 20 years? I know what their secret is. It's authentically yummy Vietnamese street style food! Everything from banh mi, fresh spring rolls, boba tea, to crepes. This is my favorite quick stop when I'm in the neighborhood.”

“Maggiora sourdough french bread is like what french bread tasted like from the great Bakery on 59 th st & Canning in Oakland in the 50's & 60's. I lived around the corner from there & after that bakery moved they later lost their starter & Maggiora became the great bakery.”

“the food is soo delicious & comes out at a reasonable time. I got the enchilada & Chile relleno combo & it was just superb. the staff are very nice & attentive, there was a loud table nearby which was kind of annoying but it has nothing to do with the restaurant. I loved it & want to go back asap!!”

“The food and staff was excellent and the portions were large. Would recommend to anyone in the area. Just maybe mark a few parking spaces with their name.”

“Best burrito I have ever had ! Their whole menu is delicious but the burritos are outstanding ! It has become so hard to order them other places because it’s never close to compare !”

“I’ve had their cakes and cupcakes… Super delicious! I would recommend this bakery to anyone ❤️”

“Food: 4 stars- good taste, texture, temp. 5 stars for presentation.

Service: 5 stars- prompt and friendly!

Location: 4 stars- Parking lot shared with several other businesses, so parking can be a challenge. Taco truck and seating area were extremely clean (5 stars for cleanliness).”

“I drive from San Leandro to Richmond and pick up prawns and catfish then drive back to Emeryville 2 or 3 times a month to share what my coworkers I call the fried catfish and prawns in the Bay.”

“I love their chopped salad and their lemon bundt cake!”

“Delicious! Tasty mexican food tacos,quesadilla,tamales, and much more? yummy! highly recommend Taqueria el chele.”

“I love this company ! Everything they do and make is with positive intention. The products are high quality ingredients and taste. The bottles and the zero waste mission is outstanding. Keep it up your my favorite company!”

“So happy to find a delicious and friendly restaurant that doesn’t close in the afternoon in my neighborhood. We have been there several times in the past couple months and I’m still trying new things on the menu. My husband tried the ribs which he said were the best he’s ever had and half the serving went home with him. It was huge! Desserts are exceptional especially the flan. I’m still exploring their vegetarian options but so far my favorite is their version of chili relleno. Come and relax and enjoy the food and friendly atmosphere!”

“All of their food is delicious🔥🤤😋”

“On Wednesday night I had dinner with my family and the food was very good very friendly all the workers there is a worker I asked him his name his name is Emerson and he is very friendly good presentation I talked to him and he told me that he was a cook very good worker.”

“This place is delicious. I live in Berkeley and it has kinda ruined to other kebab places for me. It is so flavorful and good. I do take away, as they don't serve beer and the atmosphere is very casual but there are plenty of seats ant tables.”

“Wendy's is good I like the salads and frostys ���������”

“Open today—much appreciated, especially on a holiday. The service was exceptional, attentive, and welcoming, and the food was excellent from start to finish. Sincere kudos to the team for their dedication and hospitality.”

“This may be my favorite broth. Or close tie with Ao Sen. Other favorites are the grilled shrimp sausage rolls, fried fish or shrimp with jalapenos/onions, Vietnamese pancake, papaya salad.”

“Came to eat here because we wanted to try something new and we were not disappointed. We tried the chicken, carnitas, lengua, chorizo, asada and pastor. All were flavorful i think my favorite was the chorizo :) the only Down side is that it’s a small place 4 spots to sit inside and the rest of the tables are outside. I’m not sure of they have bathroom either but I will definitely be back to try the other items on the menu !”

“hella tight................”

“Yall come and check out this amazing taco truck and get you some delicious tacos and burritos omg it’s so delicious and awesome drinks you won’t be disappointed omg love this place I’ll be back soon”

“This is my new neighborhood Starbucks after the one in Point Richmond closed. The baristas are so sweet and happy! I was having a bad day today and she noticed instantly and made my day with a drink:)”

“Best beans I have EVER had! Must order!!”

“Great experience at McDonald's! Fast service, friendly staff, and food was fresh and delicious. Highly recommended for a quick, quality meal.”

“it had nice service. it was clean too.”

“Food is excellent though it takes a bit of time to prepare. The pupusas are delicious, though we've also ordered the burritos and quesadillas on other occasions which were also good.”

“Amazingly great food. This is one of those gems that make a neighborhood. Attached to a gas station, but dont let that fool you, this is one of those truck-driver diaspora bodegas where they sell excellent Halal food for the many muslim drivers who need Halal foos along their route.”

“And a wonderful Yoly who is very welcoming, has a great laugh and makes good food and coffee👏😘👍”

“Superb food, service, and atmosphere! Truly my favorite place for a chicken sandwich — plus their Mac & cheese is just as delightful!

Some reviewers might try to compare this place to Dave’s Hot Chicken though like the saying goes, you can't compete where you don't compare. Five Star Chicken serves hand slaughtered chicken! Talk about respect & care for health safety.”

“Self-serve. No hassle. Great food at awesome price. Definitely will try their dim sum dishes next time at an earlier time. They actually use ceramic/actual bowls and dishes and not disposable/single-user like many other places of similar food.
Would love to see maybe next time they will have their own home made chili oil!

Update: visited two more times after initial review a month ago. Seems like the secret is out so it's getting crowded here. If you arrive after 1:30ish they only offer to-go because they close at 2 and it takes 20 minutes to freshly cook the food.

This place is run by a small team with only one person at the counter who is also responsible for 26 other tasks so please be patient and understanding. They probably don't mind losing business from potential customers who are in a hurry or turning away due to long and slow line; this place is probably not for you and try again next time when you are not in a hurry.”

“I tried their burger w/ bacon, their tallow fries and sweet potato fries. They all tasted great. The cheese on their burger stood out to me the most. Will definitely be back”

“Went in on 2/22/26 ordered a Carne Asada plate , the meat was burned crispy and to mention the portion was very small such a trendy spot should have been way better but otherwise the rest of the food was ok.”

“I love their bakery. I use their bread and sometime treat myself with a cookie.

It’s a local market, yet, it’s a good place to but your food items. you can park your car behind the market.”

“My boyfriend and I had a great time at this dumpling restaurant. We ordered a few dishes to share family-style, and everything was amazing. The fried xiao long bao was delicious and crispy, and the pork face was rich and perfectly cooked—the seasoning was very authentic- like what you would get in China.

The staff were very homey and kind as well. A good spot for anyone who loves authentic dumplings!”

“Portions are solid, food is good for the most part. Biggest issue for this location is the frequency they change their oil. All 3 times we have gone the chips have a much darker color and poor taste compared to any other Chipotle. Not sure if they are trying to go cheap and not change the oil as frequently or if it's just laziness, but dont get chips here, you will be disappointed”