21 Best Cocktail Bars in Walnut Creek

Artie's Countrywood Lounge Cocktail Bar • $
2068 Treat Blvd, Walnut Creek

“Love this place been going for years!“

4.5 Superb42 Reviews
Chateau Honey+Brie Cocktail Bar • $$
1376 N Main St, Walnut Creek

Customers` Favorites

Olive Oil Cake
Focaccia

“Planned a “Girls Trip” to San Francisco and arriving late in the evening. I knew we’d be hungry and wasn’t sure what would be open and didn’t want fast food. So I pre ordered their “To Go Box” Raquel was absolutely helpful and professional when corresponding to my inquiries. Had it delivered directly to the hotel and it was waiting at the front desk (refrigerated in the back) when we arrived. The hotel staff said this was the best and most beautiful charcuterie box she has ever seen! Oh how we enjoyed it once we were up in our room! Highly recommend and would definitely order from them again when in town!“

4.2 Good40 Reviews
Montesacro Pinseria - Walnut Creek Italian • $$
1686 Locust St, Walnut Creek

Customers` Favorites

Pannacotta Al Finocchietto Selvatico
Pesche E Burrata- Peach and Burrata
Blistered Brussels Sprouts
Mushroom and Sausage Pizza
Suppli Al Telefono
Pinsa Al Pistacchio
Rigatoni Carbonara
Mixed Greens Salad
Cauliflower Salad
Capriccioso Pizza

“Had lunch before play at the Lesher Center ( 10% discount if you show your ticket ). This visit tried the Casabertone pinsa. Crust perfect, lovely cheese & guanciale. Also shared the porchetta appetizer. Very good, but we couldn't finish it... enough pork for 4 people. Cappuccino also very good... nice coffee without any bitterness. My favorite pinsa is the Montesacro; I request the chili oil on the side so I can control the level of heat.“

4.2 Good310 Reviews
Chicken Pie Shop American • $$
1251 Arroyo Way, Walnut Creek

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Pot Pie with Veggies and Potatoes
Fully Loaded Sante Fe Burger
Chicken Curry Lentil Pie
Spicy Chicken Pot Pie
Tomatoes and Burrata
All Meat Chicken Pie
Roasted Cauliflower
Beef Short Ribs Pie
Loaded Tater Tots
Guinness Beef Pie

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

4.6 Superb97 Reviews
Benvenuti Ristorante Italian • $$
1627 N Broadway, Walnut Creek

Customers` Favorites

Specal Short Rib Ravioli
Casarecce Siciliana
Roasted Cauliflower
Papardelle Al Ragu
Vanilla Cheesecake
Carrot Cake Slice
Linguini Rustica
Ravioli Fomaggio
Linguini Vongole
Calamari Friiti

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

4.5 Superb108 Reviews
Hakashi Sushi Bar & Grill Japanese • $$
1385 N Main St Suite C, Walnut Creek

Customers` Favorites

Omakase Oyster Mushroom Tempura
House Monkfish Liver
Veggie Tempura Roll
Sushi Roll Platter
Wagyu Bone-Marrow
Uni Sea Urchin
Scallop Nigiri
California Roll
Zuke Sake Toro
Nama Hotate

“OMG. I’m a sushi lover and this is my new favorite lunch spot. Happened to be in the area for lunch, which just happens to be their happy hour! We ordered one of everything on the happy hour menu and were BLOWN AWAY. Soooo good, we ordered 2nds of most of the items. Floored how good the oyster mushroom tempura on their HH menu is. Like. Chef’s kiss! All of the fish items in HH were top shelf. So good, we ended up ordering multiples. Staff was so helpful and happy. Can’t wait to come back.“

4.5 Superb65 Reviews
La Ezkina Grill & Cantina New Mexican Cuisine • $$
2065 N Broadway #100, Walnut Creek

Customers` Favorites

Green Chicken Enchiladas or Mole Enchiladas
Surf \u0026 Turf Fajitas
Seasonal Fruit Salad
Hand-Made Tortillas
Surf & Turf Fajitas
Cilantro Lime Rice
Tacos and Nachos
Black Beans
Shrimp Tacos
Asada Tacos

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

4.5 Superb65 Reviews
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Parada Peruvian • $$$
7001 Sunne Ln, Walnut Creek

Customers` Favorites

Fried Plantains with Tamarindo Sauce and Cotija Cheese
Mushroom and Chicken Kebabs
Mariquita Farm Beet Salad
Wild Mushroom Anticucho
Roasted Farm Beet Salad
Lomo Pollo Saltado
Rotisserie Chicken
Scallops Carlitos
Peruvian Chicken
Cebiche Tasting

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

4.2 Good207 Reviews
Main Street Kitchen & Bar American • $$
1358 N Main St, Walnut Creek

Customers` Favorites

Old Fashioned Potato Hash House-Made Fennel Sausage Red Onion Two Organic Sunny Side Eggs
French Toast Acme Levain Roasted Plum Peach Raspberry Mascarpone
Greek Salad with Grilled Chicken and Avocado
Old Fashioned Potato Hash Brunch
Di Stefano Burrata on Toast
Smoked Salmon Benedict
MSK Persian Breakfast
Fra'Mani Ham Omelette
French Toast Brunch
Brussels Sprouts

“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.“

4 Good163 Reviews
Tiki Tom's Hawaiian • $$
1535 Olympic Blvd, Walnut Creek

Customers` Favorites

Burger and Fries with Cheese
Brussel Sprouts Appetizer
Dole Whip with Rum Float
Three Dots and a Dash
Jumbo Coconut Prawns
Honolulu Hot Wings
Dole Whip Virgin
Lumpia Appetizer
Kalua Pork Plate
Kalua Pork Bun

“Tiki Tom’s is a full on experience. The food is amazing and the expansive drink menu is well thought out and even better tasting. The feel is similar to Disney’s rainforest cafe and even has a similar lighting storm for birthdays. Couldn’t recommend it enough.“

4.1 Good108 Reviews
Elia Walnut Creek Greek • $$$
1520 Locust St, Walnut Creek

Customers` Favorites

Avocado Toast Roasted Potatoes and Fruit
Greek Coffee and Turkish Delight
Mediterranean Sea Bass Filet
Vegetarian Moussaka
Tzatziki with Pita
Chicken Souvlaki
Melitzanosalata
Seafood Paella
Poached Pear
Panna Cotta

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

4.1 Good320 Reviews
5 Tacos & Beers Walnut Creek Mexican • $$
1352 Locust St, Walnut Creek

Customers` Favorites

Chips and Salsa and Guacamole
Guacamole Chips and Salsa
California Avocado Toast
Beef and Chicken Tacos
Large Taco Platter
Pescado Al Pastor
Flautas De Pollo
Tabla De 5 Tacos
Verdesitos Vegan
Tacos Al Pastor

“It’s the best Restaurant in town came with Family and we had a great time! Food was great and drinks 🍹 we all loved the dessert as well! Just amazing service and food! My Favorite for sure! 2914 College Ave Berkeley Ca“

4 Good161 Reviews
Bar Camino Mexican • $$
1470 N Broadway, Walnut Creek

Customers` Favorites

Quesabirria Fish Taco Diablo Shrimp Taco
Skirt Steak and Mole Enchilada Cheese
Oaxaca Cheese Enchiladas
Diablo Shrimp & Grits
Pambazo with Chorizo
Jarritos Pineapple
Cajun Shrimp Tacos
Breakfast Burrito
Pork Belly Tacos
Brussels Sprouts

“This is a perfect place for a warm night out in downtown Walnut Creek! Excellent food and great drinks! On top of that you can bring your pets to the outdoor seating. Although, we were one of the only tables eating dinner outside, they could have come to check up on us a little more. Highly recommended for those people who like to enjoy a great bar and excellent Hispanic food!“

4 Good244 Reviews
Spoontonic Lounge Bar • $
2580 N Main St A, Walnut Creek

“Had a great time. Other bars were closing at 9pm on a Sunday and these guys were open until 2. I've been going here for years and have never had a bad experience. Tucked away in a parking lot off of the main street. Turn down sos drive and left into the parking lot halfway down the hill, and you'll find it.“

3.7 Good32 Reviews
Telefèric Barcelona Walnut Creek Tapas Bar • $$$
1500 Mt Diablo Blvd 2nd Floor, Walnut Creek

Customers` Favorites

Cauliflower with Romesco Sauce and Manchego Cheese
Torrijas Chef's Sweetest Bites
Basque Salmon & Avocado Toast
Seafood Paella de Mariscos
Sangria Teleferic Small
Churros Con Nutella
Torrija de la Abuela
Croquetas De Jamón
Sangria Barceloneta
Tortilla Española

“Love this place Great service“

4 Good679 Reviews
Retro Junkie Bar • $$
2112 N Main St, Walnut Creek

Customers` Favorites

Spiccoli & Whisky and Coke
Queso Birria Tacos
Chicken Bites
Street Tacos
Tony Montana
Quesadillas
Chips

“Great vibes, terrible cocktails. It's all just crappy pre-made or horrific ratios with monstrosities of ingredient quality. Stick with anything canned or be around tap unless you want to just do shots. I would be happy to pay a couple more bucks for an actual craft cocktail made with quality made by a mixologist. Besides that, the customer service is awesome, the rules and regs are more than understandable, and when they bring in live music you're into, it's a really good time. Overall it's a great place, just stay away from the cocktails... Unless you're a Jack and Coke kind of person, then I will not be having cocktails with you regardless lol. Glad to have this place in the creek, been here a few times and it's always good times.“

3.9 Good127 Reviews
Bourbon Highway Country Bar & Kitchen Bar & Grill • $$
1677 N Main St, Walnut Creek

Customers` Favorites

Flank Steak Salad
Good Ol' Fries
Bourbon Burger
Sherly Temple
Chicken Wings
Soft Pretzels
Fried Pickle
Tater Tots
Pulled Pork

“The group of us had a great lunch at Bourbon Highway. We enjoyed the food and service. The sandwiches and salads were tasty. They really give you healthy portions for the price. Great deal for sure. All the sides were really good. Try the onion rings and sweet potato fries. The spicy chicken sandwich was probably our favorite. Glad this place started serving lunch. Doesn't appear many people have figured that out yet.“

3.8 Good78 Reviews
Rooftop Restaurant & Bar American • $$$
1500 Mt Diablo Blvd STE 300, Walnut Creek

Customers` Favorites

Rooftop Classic Burger
Fried Brussel Sprouts
Crispy Lamb Meatballs
Chocolate Lava Cake
Warm Chocolate Cake
Yellowtail Crudo
Pork Belly Nigiri
Brussels Sprouts
Grilled Octopus
Truffled Fries

“Great food and atmosphere for celebration“

3.9 Good320 Reviews
Hops & Scotch Bar • $$
Corner of Treat and Oak, 7001 Sunne Ln #100, Walnut Creek

Customers` Favorites

Meat and Cheese Boards
Chicken Wings
Buffalo Wings
Flatbreads
Pretzels
Hummus

“Hops & Scotch is a great spot with a relaxed, welcoming vibe. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, which makes it perfect for any weather. Drinks are well-made, with a solid selection of cocktails and beers. Service can be a bit slow when busy, but the staff is friendly.

Plenty of parking and conveniently located just off the freeway. Perfect for a casual night out with friends or a relaxed date. 🍹✨“

3.8 Good138 Reviews
The Cooperage American Grille American • $$$
1342 Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Flat Iron Steak Salad
Warm Shaved Brussels Sprouts
The New Cooperage Burger
Heirloom Tomato Burrata
Seared Ahi Tuna Salad
French Dip Sandwich
Ahi Tuna Tartare
Chicken Pot Pie
French Toast
Steak Frites

“My son and I were very late to lunch due to his game starting late. The staff was wonderful helping my wife, mother in law and my other son with food and drinks until we arrived. They didn't rush anyone. Really fantastic, thank you so much.“

3.9 Good427 Reviews
Torsap Thai Kitchen Thai • $$
Recommended
1388 Locust St, Walnut Creek

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Kobe Steak & Spicy Miso Noodle Soup
Mango Mania Mango & Sticky Rice
Fried Banana & Ice Cream
Cajun Crispy Calamari
Beef Panang Curry
Panang Beef Curry
Tuna Tartare Bites
Pad Thai Lobster
Crab Fried Rice
Vegetarian Set

“Excellent food. I eat out a lot and I’ve tried many Thai restaurants in my life. This one is my favorite and the wait staff is awesome. Took family and friends here a few times already. Discovered them over a year ago.“

3.7 Good170 Reviews