Restaurants in Walnut Creek

“The food here is always on point and the service is top class, we dine here at least once a month and we have always had great service and food the only issue I have is I feel like the restrooms are often neglected with so much traffic I feel like someone should be cleaning those at least every 30 minute to an hour that is actually my only issue with this place. i do realize its only two small restrooms and the place is always packed but even when its nto packed the restrooms still need some attention.”

“Food was really good and service was excellent. For the price of weekday lunch is $57 including the golden steak , salad bar and seafood plus various cuts of meat”

“If u love a local burger joint and in the east bay then def come here. The ground up their meet and remove all the funky gunk so u just have a juicy, fat burger. No longer owned by George but as good as ever. My favs are Swiss mushroom burger/cali burger with their fatty wedge cut fries mmm mmmmmm”

“This is a wonderful place to get a good cup of coffee and a delicious savory or sweet pastry. Please spread the word this bakery is located in a strip mall that is going down hill. This Bakery brings class to the area.”

“I recently discovered I have Celiac. It’s so special to meet people that speak my new language and make incredible food that I can safely enjoy!

The food is amazing and delicious!

I’ll be back next week!! 😋”

“Wish I lived closer, we’d eat here all the time. Best darn brisket I’ve ever had, I mix it with the Mac n cheese and bbq sauce YUMMY!”

“Just two people, one in the kitchen and one doing everything else. But they were so kind and welcoming. I never felt neglected. I had a fantastic beer I've never seen before (Kati Patang) and my saag was delicious and not oily. I would have liked it a little spicier but I can just request that next time. Truly wonderful experience all around and I can't recommend it enough.”

“Good foods, good service🤟🍀🌻”

“Delicious and fresh. Excellent vegetarian food. Great takeout service and online ordering.”

“This restaurant just became my favourite Japanese restaurant in the area. We ordered two lunch combo with Katsu, Beef Teriyaki and Deep fried gyoza. First came complimentary miso soup once we sat down. Very thoughtful. Lunch combo start at $14.50 and $1 to $4 extra depending on what you order. Food was served in an efficient manner. They even gave us 6 dumplings on the house. Katsu was good. Not too much coating. Teriyaki wasn’t too sweet. Staff were friendly and efficient. Overall a very good experience.”

“Affordable, copious, and tasty food. I mostly order online and go pick my order up, but the few times I dined there it was clean, fast, and the line would usually go quick if there's any.”

“Great vibe, wonderful service and Delicious products!”

“Food is excellent, authentic Italian (pasta carbonata). Ambiance could be better. Small wooden tables and chairs, no table cloth, more like a diner than a restaurant. Dinner for 2 with two glasses of wine each was just under $200.”

“I had a takeout pizza from this restaurant last night first of all the customer service was absolutely excellent. The person that answered the phone had a really pleasant customer focused manner , nothing was too much trouble and he was so polite. The pizza was absolutely amazing , I hate anything that is too heavy and it was so light and lovely , the ingredients tasted extremely fresh , I would 100% recommend this place based upon my first experience and I will be back thanks so much 🥰”

“Amazing selection of drinks! Tried the silky mango and Vietnamese frappe and both tasted great! Staff was friendly, place was kept tidy, and this spot is located in a great plaza!”

“Really liked this spot. I like the ordering system. I was greeted warmly by the two employees I initially had contact with. I had the biscuit breakfast sandwich, very filling and the biscuit was so good. I had one pancake and man was that delicious! The parking is also a plus. Will definitely come back to check out other options!”

“Finding it and parking can be tricky, but nice peple, good coffee, pastries were ok. Maybe if it wasnt called a croissant just a puff pastry the dissapointment might be less?
Harry potter is a bit cringe and political these days, not in a good way.
Coffee was on point.”

“Fries were excellent, the hamburger and hotdog were not too bad either”

“This hidden gem was delightful! Everything was delicious, from the lemon and cucumber flavored spa water to the crème brûlée.”

“Freshest seafood with great service.”

“Delicious pizza. Never soggy which happens often with veggie pizzas. Love the sauce and the crust is always crispy never doughy. Staff has always been happy and pleasant. Pinky’s is tops for pizza in Walnut Creek area!”

“Nice lady and she make best late ever.”

“Love everything about Shadowbrook winery. It's a hidden gem tucked right in the Northgate neighborhood. The ambience is stunning just like or better than any other upscale winery in Napa. This last visit we had dinner sharing the special short rib, the Burrata appetizer and the avocado salad and everything was delicious. Love that you can purchase just a glass or a bottle or even a beer if you're non-wine drinker. It's our go to spot when we have friends come in from out of town.”

“Food is always good. Can’t go wrong 😁👍🏼”

“Wonderful staff, food is fresh and delicious. Consistent quality and warmth of environment. - Don Dikun”

“Awesome food and presentation. Friendly service!”

“We’ve been going to Taqueria La Plaza for several years now and have always had a good experience. Foods good, cost is good for the area, and staff have been friendly.”

“First visit. Everything was delicious. Poutine fries, a side salad, and the Pittsburgh Cheese Steak. Will definitely be back.”

“I went for the lollipop lamb chops, which I had read about on a Facebook page. They did not disappoint! They come with a chimichurri sauce that is incredible. Both my husband and I got the blood orange mojito, and it was so refreshing and tasty! I give Havana a 10/10 on the food, drinks and service!”

“Loving the selection of beers 👍🏻”

“Excellent! Tonight was one of the best meals we’ve had here and are so happy to be able to continue to support the restaurant. So thank you for some of the most fresh best tasting Chinese food in Walnut Creek!”

“Great service delicious food cozy atmosphere. Awesome Happy Hour 👍👍👍👍👍”

“The Library Social Club was the PERFECT place for a gathering of old friends. Extensive wine list, tasty small bites, comfortable and elegant setting, attentive service...and truly best of all...the music was loud enough to add ambience, but low enough that we could easily talk and visit. Highly recommend!”

“Great menu....creative choices Welcoming atmosphere Friendly & Expedient service”

“Really good food and great service.”

“Yummy food, good service and nice atmosphere.”

“We love MSK and have been enjoying family dinners here for a couple years now. It’s kid friendly but fancy enough for foodie parents. It’s family owned and strives to carry local seasonal ingredients.”

“Excellent place for good sushi. We went for dinner on a Sunday evening and the place was packed. Despite that we only had to wait about 5 min (they said 10-15). The restaurant is clean and we'll appointed. Staff were all friendly with excellent service. The food was delicious. We will happily return.”

“Fabulous Food, Drinks and Ambiance! Love this place!!! Five Stars!!!”

“Outstanding sushi, plus appetizers and other dishes like grilled salmon. Very pleasant neighborhood restaurant in the center of Walnut Creek. Clientele includes couples, groups, and families with children.”

“Flavorful Dining Experience\n\nWe Ordered 5 entrees all favorites. Between 5 people we went through all the food. The Wor Wonton Soup & Deluxe Chow Fun was the top 2.”

“love the food and the family”

“The food was incredible. I wanted to order almost everything on the menu. So will have to come back at least couple more times to try everything to look good and we couldn’t order in one night. Our old fashion cocktail and blackberry Mojito were perfect. And I can’t say enough about considerate, professional service.”

“Absolutely wonderful food and service. Will be back to try other delights.”

“Great Lunch Menu Specials!!!”

“Best poke place, delicious sauces and fresh fish 👍”

“Sooooo many little kids, which would be fine in the Beer Garden but many of the young children were not being well supervised. Great vibes, good beer, too many unsupervised littles”

“Excellent sushi again and again. Highly recommend this restaurant. Great service and fresh fish every time.”

“Delicious! There was nothing that we regret ordering! Big servings. Very attentive servers even if it got busy! I’ll keep coming back!”

“Excellent staff. Delicious - big fan of that pluot sorbet!!”

“Best espresso and coffee ☕️ in town!”

“Great food and if you like hot, they’ve got it!”

“This place is good when you need a good Mexican meal. The food can have a little more flavor and power, but overall 10/10. At a st Mary’s student… this is so worth it!!”

“Enjoyable and relaxing atmosphere to watch sports!”

“Love this spot in the library! I usually order the Charcoal and Vietnamese coffee, plus something sweet for the kids. The menu is diverse and even includes great options for children.”

“A nice boba shop in Walnut Creek that serves high quality boba drinks made from real fresh fruits and organic milk.”

“This food spot is really good. Ordered on a whim while attending an event at Retro Junkie. We ordered it on DoorDash for a pickup. It was ready on time, very flavorful and so delicious. It was enough for two to share and for leftovers the next day.

We ordered the General Tso chicken and House special fried rice...I just wish they gave a bit more meat on the rice... it seemed like it was more rice than anything”

“Yes, the chocolates are decadent and delicious, but to me the real star here are the mochas. Rather than using syrup or powder, they melt actual, high-quality chocolate chips into steamed milk and add espresso. It is hands down the best mocha I’ve had anywhere. Soy, almond, and oat milk are available if you don’t do cow juice. Pro tip: they use a mix of milk and dark chocolate chips, but if you prefer all one or the other, just ask. The only problem with them is that you’ll be ruined forever and no other mocha will suffice. Treat yo self!”

“Best Pizza in the World!!! Was very excited to see there was a pomh on WCreek I love the one in capitola and usually eat as many pieces as humanly possible!! Thank y'all Gethen Jenkins”

“Delicious food. Loved the fact the food was done quickly. Loves the outside seating”

“Great Asian delicacies in warm hospitable atmosphere.

Foods are homy and they have variety of choices such as different meat, vegetarian and seafoods.

The meals are priced reasonably low and their tea pots are yummy.”

“First time here. Super cute & chill vibe. Pic of food was after I ate one shrimp tempura then remembered I wanted a pic of our dinner. The presentation was much better when it arrived. One teriyaki chicken bento with shrimp tempura and a lion king roll was more than enough for two. Overall, super happy with quality and quantity of food. Definitely recommend trying out this place.”

“This is a five star review from someone who doesn’t even like beer. The bartenders here are either very good at what they do or performing some kind of sorcery, but somehow they always manage to find something that I enjoy!

The beer selection on tap and in the fridge is super broad, really high quality, and constantly changing; the atmosphere is laid back; you can bring your own food in; and dogs are allowed! Their regular trivia nights and other events are always a good time as well.

Best taproom in the east bay🍻”

“This is a must try. Excellent food and wonderful hospitality. Very authentic! Go check them out. ❤🥰”

“Decent Buffalo wings. Can order ahead for takeout.”

“I cannot say enough good things about Lettuce in Walnut Creek. Every single dish we have tried has been absolutely fabulous and I do not use that word lightly. The flavors are fresh and vibrant, the ingredients are clearly high quality, and you can tell the team puts real love into what they do. Whether you are going for one of their signature salads, grain bowls, or something seasonal, it always hits that perfect balance of healthy and satisfying. It is one of the few places where eating clean does not feel like you are sacrificing taste. In fact, it is the opposite. You will leave feeling nourished and spoiled. The vibe is modern and inviting, the service is warm and efficient, and everything is just beautifully presented. It has become a go to spot for our family, especially when we want something fast but genuinely delicious. Highly recommend for anyone in the Walnut Creek area or passing through. Lettuce is doing something special and it shows in every bite.”

“My daughter and I had dinner here tonight. It's a cozy place, very clean, tables well spaced and the service is excellent. We had chicken and lamb kabobs. The meat was nicely spiced, flavorful not hot and cooked to perfection, moist and delicious. We also had the eggplant appetizer and will be ordering that again for sure on our next visit!”

“I absolutely love this restaurant and have been coming here for nearly 20 years. The staff are attentive and kind, and the food is consistently delicious and fresh. We have celebrated birthdays here and they make it special.

Whether you’re going for a bento box or sushi (or both!), you will be happy with your meal. What I love is that it’s consistent from visit to visit. The sushi is especially fresh and, in the past, I’ve asked them to recreate some of my favorite rolls from other restaurants and they were happy to give it a go (and it came out great).

We visited again a few weeks ago and I was so happy with our meal that I wanted to leave a review. I should have done this sooner… they deserve every 5 stars!

Oh and if you’re a plant lover… check out the gorgeous ficus at the entry. 😍 It’s real and thriving!”

“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.”

“It’s always a lovely time at Tellus coffee! The creative and delicious food and drinks, warm and inviting ambiance (that plant wall just makes me happy) and the super-kind and efficient baristas are the best! Thanks to owner Janae for all her hard work making Tellus a Walnut Creek fave!”

“I enjoyed the Carne Asada plate 💯 very polite and great customer service 😎✅ Every time we come and visit we will stop in from Seattle. Buena comida muy buen precios y hablan español 😊✅”

“Raj and his team always make us feel welcome . The restraint is very clean and it is a nice location to eat in and watch a game with good screens . Good drinks and a few video games got the kids .”

“I am from the country of ice cream. This is one of the best ice cream I’ve ever had!
Strongly recommended!

Try this combination: Taro & Chocolate chunk”

“Have a good variety to please everyone”

“Small, quite and friendly. Some of the best sushi we've had in the bay area. The fish tastes fresh and the place doesn't smell fishy, which is a sign of the quality of ingredients.”

“So good and very pleasant stuff!!”

“The best premium frozen yogurt in town!! 🍦 My favorite is the classic chocolate vanilla swirl—it takes me right back to my childhood! 🥰 The owners, Heather and Aron, are the absolute sweetest, and they always create such a welcoming and fun atmosphere no matter the time of day. If you haven't been to Yogurt Spot yet, you’re missing out. Couldn't recommend it more!”

“The food was incredible!! All fresh and delicious. The people were extremely lovely and kind. I was eating less than 5 minutes after I ordered.
I’ll come back again for sure!”

“The Matcha Chocolate Marble Milk Tea and Oreo Egg Puff was delicious.”

“Awesome food and great service!!!”

“This is a perfectly adequate thai restaurant. It appears to be a small family operation, and they were nice enough and service was decent and food was edible. I understand that this restaurant has been here a long time, so it seems like a reliable option.

The atmosphere is okay. It's just a small restaurant with plain decor. Fairly basic but clean.”

“Great service, all around great Coffee , will be coming back , Thanks for everything.”

“Excellent service and the food was delicious.”

“I was blown away to see Cholita Linda in WC. I've always gone to the one in Oakland. So you know I was happy to get my Pepito!

Sandwiches are always good, but my favorite is the Pepito. I also got the blackberry fresca.

Soo good!
Friendly staff.
Good amount of space and seating.
Price matches the quality IMO.”

“I love how much effort was put in the cake I ordered for my 21st birthday! It was beautifully designed and tasted really good! 😊”

“Love this place been going for years!”

“On one of my walks I passed by the restaurant and it opened my curiosity. I brought a friend for lunch today, to say the least, it was a very enjoyable experience, the food was excellent and very tasty, great atmosphere, the workers attentive and polite, as we were new they suggested what to eat, their choices were great. Welcome to Walnut Creek.”

“The place was visited for the first time on June 30, 2025. Parking was limited on the street, but public paid parking was available in the back. The walls featured nice pictures of famous Cheesesteak places in Philly, along with some information. The menu was straightforward with plenty of options. A large classic or original, was ordered, along with a fountain drink. It took about 7-10 minutes from the time the order was placed until the sandwich was received. The bread was really soft. The meat, cheese, and onion were well-balanced and flavorful. A slightly larger size or more filling would be preferred for the price. Overall, the experience was enjoyable. It is recommended, and if ever back in the area, it would be revisited.”

“Great Deli. Always busy with a strong team of employees providing excellent service. We always get sandwiches here on our way to watch St Mary's Soccer games.”

“I highly recommend their creme brulee coffee and orange cranberry scone. Another must have is there La Madeline waffle! OMG was it delicious!!!”

“We love MSK and have been enjoying family dinners here for a couple years now. It’s kid friendly but fancy enough for foodie parents. It’s family owned and strives to carry local seasonal ingredients.”

“The restaurant is the most authentic and upscale Mexican cuisine in California, and you would never know it. I don't write lengthy reviews, but to summarize: - The food is excellent - The drinks are even better! - The staff is kind and extremely polite/professional (despite what some of the haters say below - I don't have skin in the game here so trust me when I say they are lying). - And they play GREAT live music and carry a very fun, safe, and upscale vibe. Tell your friends about it, because all small businesses struggle and this is one I would personally love to see hit 4 stars+ on Yelp and more importantly bring a sense of cultural awareness to one of the best communities in the Bay Area (WC). Love,”

“My daughter and I had dinner here tonight. It's a cozy place, very clean, tables well spaced and the service is excellent. We had chicken and lamb kabobs. The meat was nicely spiced, flavorful not hot and cooked to perfection, moist and delicious. We also had the eggplant appetizer and will be ordering that again for sure on our next visit!”

“Thank you so much for making our night so special. My husband and I were celebrating our anniversary, and from the moment we arrived, everything exceeded our expectations.
Jessica was our server, and she went above and beyond with her exceptional customer service. She was attentive, kind, and incredibly professional, making sure we had everything we needed.
We are so grateful for the entire team at Ruth’s Chris Steak House, you guys helped make our anniversary celebration memorable. This is the perfect place to celebrate life’s most special moments, and we will absolutely recommend it to anyone looking to create lasting memories.
We can’t wait to come back.
--Jairon y Jakeline”

“Love this place Great service”

“I love this place! Love the food, love the ambiance love the service and it’s great for my kids too!”

“Treated like old friends from the moment we walked in. We waited at bar for my husband and we were served right away. The attentive and friendly bartender whipped up our cocktails within immediately. I had the Bees Knees - yummy! Same wonderful service from our knowledgeable, warm server. She made great recommendations and food was delivered WARM and FRESH. I enjoyed the steak salad and the steak was tender and cooked exactly to medium rare. Everyone happy with their selections. Been to Cooperage many times, always consistently a great experience. 5 stars!”

“Charles was great! We will be back.”

“Delectable, superb food presentation, good quality of ingredients, perfectly cooked especially the steak & lamb. Friendly & attentive staff. Cozy atmosphere & clean restaurant. Highly recommend ELIA!!”

“The food was incredible. I wanted to order almost everything on the menu. So will have to come back at least couple more times to try everything to look good and we couldn’t order in one night. Our old fashion cocktail and blackberry Mojito were perfect. And I can’t say enough about considerate, professional service.”

“Great food and atmosphere for celebration”

“The beef dip sandwich was messy to eat because the beef seemed shredded and fell off the bread easily. However, the mussels and salad ordered by two friends were good.”

“Sasa is a staple for us anytime we want great food, great atmosphere and great service. My husband and I have been going regularly for years and we have never had a disappointing meal, or service. Best sushi around! Staff is fantastic!”

“It’s all good very good barbecue sauce so tasty”

“We had a 630 reservation on a Friday night and we were rushed thru out entire meal. Our server Arleth came over about 10 times and that's not an exaggeration. It was very rude and then she told us she had to leave at 730 when she handed us the bill. It was too bad because we wanted to enjoy the food and drinks. One guy even asked if we wanted a box when we were still eating”

“Food is always good. Can’t go wrong 😁👍🏼”

“what a gem this spot is, I loved the chicken kabab plate, beef shawerma fries and the lahmbajin manakish they were soo good and the service and staff were friendly thank you I will definitely be back again.”

“So good and very pleasant stuff!!”

“Another wonderful brunch at Sweet Maple. It seems that every time we visit family in the area, we like to arrive early to enjoy brunch. Not going to say it's because of the bacon but, it's mostly the bacon.

We will be back.”

“The service is so slow that sometimes regret giving tips. They are so obsessed with customers walking in to make sure to charge their cards before handing your food that’s ready on the counter.

By the time I got my pizza, police put a parking ticket. That pizza cost me $78 including parking ticket due to so slow customer service.

Edit: they kept promise and compensated for my loss. I appreciate they put an effort to make customer service right.

They have a refreshing Pilsner beer on tap that I recommend.”

“I came just after closing on a Sunday night and the owners son was so loving and accommodating to me and my pregnant wife. He opened up for us and made us a delicious cheese pizza. This kind of loving service is almost nonexistent in today’s society. Thank you guys so much.”

“The beef dip sandwich was messy to eat because the beef seemed shredded and fell off the bread easily. However, the mussels and salad ordered by two friends were good.”

“Great place overall! The food was excellent. We ordered the 6-piece wings—crispy and perfectly hot—and a personal pizza with sausage and mushrooms. It was the perfect amount for two people.

The kids’ area can get a bit hectic, as many parents sit while their kids run around. It might be helpful to have signs reminding parents that kids should be monitored at all times, especially around the video games. One child accidentally hit me with his sweater, and the parent was nowhere to be found—not Bare Bottle’s fault, just something that could be helped with a gentle reminder.

I also noticed some people using the parking lot for Trader Joe’s parking, so signage there could help as well.

The 21+ section is still developing, and I’m looking forward to seeing it fully come together—I’m hopeful it’ll be just as great as the rest of the space.

Overall, a really great spot and we’ll definitely be back”

“This place is one of the best places I've ever eaten at. Everything I try is wonderful and I have tried quite a few items! I keep thinking I'm going to need something like mayo, or hot sauce, or whatever... and their items are pretty wonderful without any help. And they are super friendly.”

“Great new restaurant. Perfect date night spot. Loved the songs the DJ was playing. All the dishes were flavorful and beautifully presented. The bar seemed a bit hectic (we sat at the bar) but seemed like everyone was having fun. We'll return”

“I had a wonderful first experience here. I ordered a large chai latte with oat milk, light ice, and one packet of stevia. It was made perfectly and tasted so smooth and flavorful.
The area was very clean, and on the left side there was a wine and beer bar with the football game playing in the center which gave it a really nice vibe.
The whole atmosphere felt welcoming and inviting. Brian took my order and was friendly, helpful, and attentive! I’m really looking forward to coming back.
Thank you!”

“Spiral chocolate croissant 🥐 is a must!!!”

“I think they mainly do online orders. Not many folks seems to be eating there are staying to eat inside. Also they always seem to be out of avocado 🥑 I have been 3 times and never been able to get avocado 🥑 the sauces are fair.”

“What a great place to get some pastries! Do you have endless amounts of different kinds in these nice clean cabinets that you can reach in and grab what you'd like to have. Everything there is so delicious and fresh. The staff is kind and helpful and the atmosphere amazing. Treat yourself to something that will blow your mind!”