80 Thoreau
$$$ • American, Cocktail Bar, New American Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout 80 Thoreau
Customers' Favorites
Braised and Roasted Chicken
Scallops with Asparagus
Salad of Mixed Lettuces
Grilled Bavette Steak
Bass and Chanterelles
Pan Roasted Halibut
Seared Duck Breast
Grilled Swordfish
Roast Chicken
Steak Bavette
80 Thoreau Reviews
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The creativity never ceases at 80 Thoreau. The food - always! The cocktails - wow! Milk-fat clarified tequila with heirloom tomato water, grapefruit, basil, and lime. Snicker all you want. It was sublime.
We had the Corn and tomato menu - one of the best menus I have experienced. Very Innovative, yummy and surprising! Well done - popped carmel corn! WOW. Wonderful all around. Thank you!-
After living in Los Angeles and San Francisco, the Concord Area (our new home) food scene was a shock. Then we found 80 Thoreau. It is a genuinely all in experience, big city quality without the drive. The creativity, the locally sourced ingredients, the way flavors get combined... YUM! Chef Gavin and his crew are doing incredible work and have such fun energy! It is also the only restaurant where my friend with a long list of allergies can eat well. Most places give her a menu...read full review
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5:30 - 8:30PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 - 8:30PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 - 8:30PM |
| Friday | 5 - 9PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 9PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
80 Thoreau is a hidden gem that offers an exceptional dining experience. The moment one walks in, they are treated to excellent service from knowledgeable waiters and a skilled bartender who crafts artful cocktails, including a fabulous jalapeño tequila cocktail. The atmosphere is cozy and pleasant, making it an ideal spot for a special occasion or a relaxing dinner. The menu features beautifully presented dishes that are both visually appealing and delicious, such as the peach burrata, scallops, and lobster pasta. Guests have praised the grilled swordfish entree and the roasted heirloom chicken with black morel as truly delicious. Recent visitors have also enjoyed flavorful dishes like chicken and steak frites, and the pear cheesecake has been highlighted as amazing.
While some diners have enjoyed the unique flavor combinations and phenomenal dishes, there are mixed reviews on certain entrees, like the shrimp. Despite a slight wait for drinks and food orders during busy times, the friendly and attentive wait staff ensures a consistently great dining experience. Guests have noted the service strikes the right balance and that the noise level is pleasant, even when the restaurant is full. With its wonderful ambience and great cocktails, 80 Thoreau remains a top-rate choice for anyone looking to enjoy creative, delicious meals in a simple, attractive setting.