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1. Sibby's Cupcakery

8.1
716 S Railroad Ave, San Mateo, CA
Cupcake Shop · Downtown San Mateo · 9 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Grandma Tea Cake, chocolate cake w/ creamcheese frosting inside and chocolate fudge Snickerdoodle, cinnamon-sugar cake w/ creamcheese frosting Confetti Surprise, vanilla cake w/ creamcheese frosting. Read more.

2. Baumé

201 S California Ave (at Park Blvd), Palo Alto, CA
Molecular Gastronomy Restaurant · Evergreen Park · 10 tips and reviews

The FeastThe Feast: You don't know what will come to your table outside of general ingredients, and the effect of surprise and whimsy combined with stellar cooking equals a powerfully memorable dining experience. Read more.

3. CREAM of Berkeley

8.2
2399 Telegraph Ave (at Channing Way), Berkeley, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · Southside · 98 tips and reviews

Munch On MeMunch On Me: The cookies are always fresh out of the oven, with soft and gooey dough combined with cool and delicious ice cream that will have you trying to gobble it up before you even get out the door.

4. Heavenly Delights

5.7
6029 Snell Ave (at Sanra Teresa), San Jose, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · Blossom Valley · 8 tips and reviews

Munch On MeMunch On Me: The Mango Milk Tea is Heavenly Delight’s #1 milk tea offering. Refreshing from the first to the last drop, it fills your mouth with an invigoratingly fresh blend of flavors.

5. Heavenly Delights

5.7
6029 Snell Ave (at Sanra Teresa), San Jose, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · Blossom Valley · 8 tips and reviews

Munch On MeMunch On Me: When you combine two delicious things, you end up with something exponentially tastier. This is the case with the Strawberry Chocolate Vanilla Ice Cream Crepe.

Heavenly Delights is one of eats.

6. Heavenly Delights

5.7
6029 Snell Ave (at Sanra Teresa), San Jose, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · Blossom Valley · 8 tips and reviews

Munch On MeMunch On Me: The Banana Strawberry Whipped Cream Crepe has the combination of the light, fruit flavors with the rich whip cream; plus the hot, crispy exterior of the crepe skin, and you have a very tasty product. Read more.

Heavenly Delights is one of eats.

7. Heavenly Delights

5.7
6029 Snell Ave (at Sanra Teresa), San Jose, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · Blossom Valley · 8 tips and reviews

Munch On MeMunch On Me: From the first sip of the Honey Dew Snow drink, your mouth is assaulted with a tornado of tastes; you will not get bored of this drink because of how many different flavors are incorporated in it. Read more.

Heavenly Delights is one of eats.

8. Heavenly Delights

5.7
6029 Snell Ave (at Sanra Teresa), San Jose, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · Blossom Valley · 8 tips and reviews

Munch On MeMunch On Me: The Strawberry Surf is made with Strawberry juice concentrate and soy milk. It combines the sweet, fruity taste of strawberries and the fuller taste of soy milk. Read more.

Swirls is one of eats.

9. Swirls

6081 Meridian Ave Ste 40 (at Redmond Ave), San Jose, CA
Dessert Shop · Almaden · 1 tip

Munch On MeMunch On Me: By the very first spoonful, you are engulfed in a delicious whirlwind of textures and tastes. It's the way fro-yo should taste: light, yet also rich in flavor and filling; cold, yet soft to the touch. Read more.

10. China Wok

5.7
9 N Market St, San Jose, CA
Chinese Restaurant · Downtown San Jose · 18 tips and reviews

Munch On MeMunch On Me: The fried wontons are fresh, deliciously warm, and doused in sweet and sour sauce

11. China Wok

5.7
9 N Market St, San Jose, CA
Chinese Restaurant · Downtown San Jose · 18 tips and reviews

Munch On MeMunch On Me: An American made favorite, China Wok's orange chicken is a far superior collection of flavors than anything you'll find at Panda Express.

12. China Wok

5.7
9 N Market St, San Jose, CA
Chinese Restaurant · Downtown San Jose · 18 tips and reviews

Munch On MeMunch On Me: True to form, China Wok delivers yet another masterfully created dish: the egg rolls. A classic favorite worldwide, the egg rolls here are truly unforgettable. Read more.

China Wok is one of eats.

13. China Wok

5.7
9 N Market St, San Jose, CA
Chinese Restaurant · Downtown San Jose · 18 tips and reviews

Munch On MeMunch On Me: In the mood for a classic dish that’s full of diverse flavors? Look no further than the Sweet and Sour Chicken at China Wok!! Read more.

China Wok is one of eats.

14. China Wok

5.7
9 N Market St, San Jose, CA
Chinese Restaurant · Downtown San Jose · 18 tips and reviews

Munch On MeMunch On Me: The Honey Walnut Shrimp plate at China Wok blends an interesting array of tastes. The shrimp is crunchy and full of flavor; the sauce is creamy, which adds flavor and moisture to the dish! Read more.

China Wok is one of eats.

15. China Wok

5.7
9 N Market St, San Jose, CA
Chinese Restaurant · Downtown San Jose · 18 tips and reviews

Munch On MeMunch On Me: The Pot Stickers consist of pork and Chinese cabbage, and all of the flour wrappers are hand-made. Containing the perfect blend of textures and tastes, you will definitely be satisfied by this dish. Read more.

China Wok is one of eats.

16. China Wok

5.7
9 N Market St, San Jose, CA
Chinese Restaurant · Downtown San Jose · 18 tips and reviews

Munch On MeMunch On Me: In China Wok's "String beans with chicken", the chicken has a nice blend of textures, with a satisfying crispy exterior and a tender inside. Each bite brings a new cascade of flavors. Read more.

China Wok is one of eats.

17. China Wok

5.7
9 N Market St, San Jose, CA
Chinese Restaurant · Downtown San Jose · 18 tips and reviews

Munch On MeMunch On Me: The Vegetarian Cashew Nut Chicken is drizzled in a brown, tasty sauce. The vegetarian chicken achieves both the flavor and texture of chicken, while the zucchini is cooked and tender. Read more.

18. Sushi Ran

9.1
107 Caledonia St (at Pine St), Sausalito, CA
Japanese Restaurant · 115 tips and reviews

Exclusive ResortsExclusive Resorts: Take the ferry here from Pier 38/41 - the best sushi in the Bay Area as well as other seafood entrees for those who like their fish cooked. It has been around forever for a reason - it's superb.

Patio Filipino Cuisine is one of eats.

19. Patio Filipino Cuisine

8.5
1770 El Camino Real (at Santa Lucia Ave.), San Bruno, CA
Filipino Restaurant · 28 tips and reviews

20. Dumpling Empire

7.8
216 Cypress Ave (at Grand Ave), South San Francisco, CA
Dumpling Restaurant · Downtown South San Francisco · 27 tips and reviews

Tasting TableTasting Table: Eat yourself into a dumpling coma--you can't go wrong with one of their two dozen homemade varieties: Read more.

21. San Francisco Creamery Co.

1370 Locust St, Walnut Creek, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · Downtown Walnut Creek · 60 tips and reviews

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: San Francisco Creamery’s “Kitchen Sink” is a monster sundae with 8 scoops of ice cream, 8 servings of whipped cream, and 8 different toppings. – Adam Richman, Man v. Food

Kuya's Asian Cuisine is one of eats.

22. Kuya's Asian Cuisine

7.7
460 San Mateo Ave (Cypress Ct), San Bruno, CA
Filipino Restaurant · 20 tips and reviews
Eggettes is one of eats.

23. Eggettes

6.8
979 Broadway (at Meadow Glen Ave), Millbrae, CA
Bubble Tea Shop · 33 tips and reviews

24. Taqueria La Cumbre

7.6
28 N B St (at Baldwin Ave.), San Mateo, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown San Mateo · 31 tips and reviews

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: Legend says La Cumbre invented the mission-style burrito – the 2-pound, fully customizable chow-down staple copied in restaurants and fast-food joints around the world. – Adam Richman, Man v. Food

25. Mr. Lee's Ice Cream Truck

Daly City, CA
Food Truck · Serramonte · No tips or reviews

26. Camino

3917 Grand Ave (at Boulevard Way), Oakland, CA
New American Restaurant · Grand Lake · 51 tips and reviews

USA TODAYUSA TODAY: Visit for brunch on Saturday or Sunday, when Camino serves bread cooked over a wood fire. Read more.

27. Honor Kitchen & Cocktails

1411 Powell St (at Hollis St.), Emeryville, CA
Cocktail Bar · North Hollis · 43 tips and reviews

Tasting TableTasting Table: Grab a beer by the front door (you pay by the honor system) and a bucket of fried chicken for the table: Read more.

28. Hawker Fare

2300 Webster St (23rd St.), Oakland, CA
Asian Restaurant · Central Oakland · 50 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: The idea here is to recreate Asian-style street food -- in a hip setting. The modest prices more than offset the cost of coming across the Bay to chow down. Read more.

29. FuseBOX

2311 A Magnolia (24th St), Oakland, CA
Korean Restaurant · McClymonds · 31 tips and reviews

Tasting TableTasting Table: Even if you have to return to work after your meal, it’s worth trying a shot of soju. Aged for a year in a charred oak barrel, it’s very smoky and smooth: Read more.

Toppings Tree is one of eats.

30. Toppings Tree

6.1
1171 Homestead Rd (at Jackson St), Santa Clara, CA
Filipino Restaurant · 18 tips and reviews

31. Liang's Village Cuisine

7.1
19772 Stevens Creek Blvd (at Portal Ave.), Cupertino, CA
Taiwanese Restaurant · 37 tips and reviews

FoodspottingFoodspotting: Try the Shanghai Style Wonton Soup

Clarke's Charcoal Broiler is one of eats.

32. Clarke's Charcoal Broiler

615 W El Camino Real (at Lane Ave), Mountain View, CA
Burger Joint · 34 tips and reviews

33. Town Square

7.2
482 1st St E, Sonoma, CA
Dive Bar · 9 tips and reviews

BingBing: Walk a little outside Town Square, and you’ll find some amazing farm-to-table fare.

Starbucks is one of eats.

34. Starbucks

7.1
750 Castro St, Mountain View, CA
Coffee Shop · Downtown Mountain View · 53 tips and reviews

35. Bakesale Betty

8.5
5098 Telegraph Ave (at 51st St), Oakland, CA
Bakery · Temescal · 123 tips and reviews

SFGateSFGate: If you’re lucky, blue-haired Betty (Alison Barakat) will be handing out free cookies. Read more.

Skates on the Bay is one of eats.

36. Skates on the Bay

7.9
100 Seawall Dr., Berkeley, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Berkeley Marina · 64 tips and reviews

37. Dana Street Roasting Company

7.4
744 W Dana St (btwn Castro & Hope St), Mountain View, CA
Coffee Roaster · Downtown Mountain View · 65 tips and reviews

Amanda V.Amanda Van West: Mexican mocha w/rice milk + my awesome tunes is a winning combo!

Com Tam Thanh is one of eats.

38. Com Tam Thanh

7.7
905 S Bascom Ave, San Jose, CA
Vietnamese Restaurant · 27 tips and reviews

39. Crepe Temptations

7.1
1150 El Camino Real Ste 208, San Bruno, CA
Creperie · Tanforan · 4 tips and reviews

Crepe TemptationsCrepe Temptations: Check in Deal: $1.99 for Reg size Milk Tea w/ boba w/ a purchase of any of your favorite Crepe!exp 9/30. Follow us on facebook for new deals! http://www.facebook.com/#!/CrepeTemptations.SanBruno

Grand Palace Seafood Restaurant is one of eats.

40. Grand Palace Seafood Restaurant

6.7
359 Grand Ave (btwn Linden & Maple), South San Francisco, CA
Chinese Restaurant · Downtown South San Francisco · 18 tips and reviews

41. Cocola Bakery

6.7
E-715 Stanford Shopping Ctr (at Sand Hill Rd), Palo Alto, CA
Bakery · 23 tips and reviews

FiveStarsFiveStars: Use your FiveStars card and get 1 free latte or yogurt. Ask for a card if you don't have one already

42. Cocola Bakery

8.2
333 Santana Row #1045 (at Tatum Lane), San Jose, CA
Café · 95 tips and reviews

Jennifer B.Jennifer Bolen: Go to Cocola Bakery and order a Banana Hot Chocolate. You will not be disappointed.

43. The Fremont Diner

2698 Fremont Dr (at S Central Ave), Sonoma, CA
Diner · 155 tips and reviews

ZinioZinio: Wine Enthusiast Magazine (Feb-11) declares lunch the best time to eat the brisket plate at this popular vinter hangout formerly known as Babe's Burgers & Franks. Read more.

44. Blue Bottle Coffee

300 Webster St (at 3rd St), Oakland, CA
Coffee Shop · Produce and Waterfront · 102 tips and reviews

Food & WineFood & Wine: Owner James Freeman's constantly changing coffee menu is more complicated than most wine lists, highlighting regions, varietals, altitudes and processing methods.

Scrambl'z is one of eats.

45. Scrambl'z

7.8
5055 Almaden Expy (at Cherry Ave), San Jose, CA
Breakfast Spot · 70 tips and reviews
Inay Filipino Kitchen is one of eats.

46. Inay Filipino Kitchen

5.2
1350 Travis Blvd Ste 1388-B, Fairfield, CA
Filipino Restaurant · 8 tips and reviews
Inay Filipino Kitchen is one of eats.

47. Inay Filipino Kitchen

Great Mall, Milpitas, CA
Asian Restaurant · Midtown · 2 tips and reviews
Phò Thê' Gió'i is one of eats.

48. Phò Thê' Gió'i

2239 Gellert Blvd (near Marbella Drive), South San Francisco, CA
Vietnamese Restaurant · Westborough · 15 tips and reviews

49. Top Dog

8.4
2534 Durant Ave (btwn Telegraph & Bowditch St), Berkeley, CA
Hot Dog Joint · Southside · 73 tips and reviews

CalCal: End your day with a stop at Top Dog with your top dogs.

50. Gorilla Barbecue

8.3
2145 Cabrillo Hwy (at Reina Del Mar Ave), Pacifica, CA
BBQ Joint · Vallemar · 65 tips and reviews

Lila L.Lila Lebedeff: Dinner for 2: brisket and pulled pork with some mac n cheese, zucchini, and the beans and rice.

Isla Restaurant is one of eats.

51. Isla Restaurant

7.7
422 San Mateo Ave (at El Camino Real), San Bruno, CA
Filipino Restaurant · 23 tips and reviews

52. Rudy's Can't Fail Cafe

8.2
4081 Hollis St (at Park Ave), Emeryville, CA
Diner · Park Avenue · 121 tips and reviews

Kristy K.Kristy Korcz: Get the Shaken Jessie!

Barbara's Fishtrap is one of eats.

53. Barbara's Fishtrap

8.3
281 Capistrano Road, Half Moon Bay, CA
Seafood Restaurant · 91 tips and reviews
Bierhaus is one of eats.

54. Bierhaus

383 Castro St (at California St), Mountain View, CA
Beer Garden · Downtown Mountain View · 104 tips and reviews
Dickey's Barbecue Pit is one of eats.

55. Dickey's Barbecue Pit

1212 El Camino Real (at Seabiscuit Ave), San Bruno, CA
BBQ Joint · Tanforan · 17 tips and reviews
Hot Tamales is one of eats.

56. Hot Tamales

3055 Olin Ave (Winchester), San Jose, CA
Mexican Restaurant · 6 tips and reviews
El Palomar Restaurant is one of eats.

57. El Palomar Restaurant

7.8
1336 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown Santa Cruz · 58 tips and reviews

58. Molloy's Tavern

8.0
1655 Mission Rd, South San Francisco, CA
Dive Bar · 11 tips and reviews

SFGate M.SFGate Manager: Frank Molloy opened the bar in San Francisco proper, back in 1909; he moved it to Colma in 1937, and the bar remains in the Molloy family to this day. Don't miss the Irish coffee.

59. Fenton's Creamery

Oakland International Airport, One Airport Drive (Gate 25), Oakland, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · Central East Oakland · 12 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Fenton's serves a rotating selection of flavors, among them Swedish milk chocolate and coffee cookie dream. Patrons advise against the savory dishes, but highly recommend the marshmallow sauce.

Takahashi Market is one of eats.

60. Takahashi Market

8.7
271 S Claremont St (3rd Ave), San Mateo, CA
Grocery Store · Downtown San Mateo · 21 tips and reviews
Bambu Desserts & Drinks is one of eats.

61. Bambu Desserts & Drinks

7.3
89 S Park Victoria Dr (at E Calaveras Blvd), Milpitas, CA
Dessert Shop · 3 tips and reviews

62. Sweet Orchid

134 B st. (Between 1st & 2nd), San Mateo, CA
Dessert Shop · Downtown San Mateo · 8 tips and reviews

FiveStarsFiveStars: Use your FiveStars card and earn 1 free pastry or scoop of gelato!

63. Fentons Creamery & Restaurant

8.9
4226 Piedmont Ave (at Entrada Ave), Oakland, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · Piedmont Avenue · 227 tips and reviews

USA TODAYUSA TODAY: This creamery has been around from over 100 years! Try the Eggnog milkshake - it's a classic. Read more.

64. Oxbow Public Market

9.4
610 1st St (at McKinstry St), Napa, CA
Farmers Market · Central Napa · 151 tips and reviews

FoodspottingFoodspotting: Try the Fleur De Sel Kara's Cupcake

Tselogs is one of eats.

65. Tselogs

6192 Mission St, Daly City, CA
Filipino Restaurant · 44 tips and reviews

66. Pluto's

482 University Ave (at Cowper), Palo Alto, CA
Salad Restaurant · University South · 48 tips and reviews

HealthWarehouseHealthWarehouse: The sandwiches and other items are good, but get the salad. You won't regret it.

Ben Tre Vietnamese Homestyle Cuisine is one of eats.

67. Ben Tre Vietnamese Homestyle Cuisine

8.4
398 Grand Ave (at Maple Ave), South San Francisco, CA
Vietnamese Restaurant · Downtown South San Francisco · 42 tips and reviews
House of Silvanas Bakeshop is one of eats.

68. House of Silvanas Bakeshop

8.1
2055 Gellert Blvd #3, Daly City, CA
Bakery · 5 tips and reviews

69. Phở Tô Châu

7.5
853 Villa St (at Castro St), Mountain View, CA
Vietnamese Restaurant · Downtown Mountain View · 35 tips and reviews

HealthWarehouseHealthWarehouse: This place is underrated. Good portions, great food, & great prices!

70. Rose Market

1060 Castro St (at Sonia Way), Mountain View, CA
Middle Eastern Restaurant · 34 tips and reviews

HealthWarehouseHealthWarehouse: Pay at the cashier and get fresh grilled kabobs served in back. Just follow the smoke.

71. Orenchi Ramen

3540 Homestead Rd (at Lawrence Expy), Santa Clara, CA
Ramen Restaurant · 190 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Amidst the stiff competition, Orenchi's tonkotsu ramen will be the one you remember most. Yes, it's even worth the inevitable two hour line. Show up very, very early.

72. Beauty's Bagel Shop

8.9
3838 Telegraph Ave (btwn W MacArthur Blvd & 38th St.), Oakland, CA
Bagel Shop · Mosswood · 118 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Pick up a fresh Montreal-style bagel--hand-rolled, boiled in honey, and baked in a wood-fire oven--with the spread or sandwich filling of your choosing.

Himawari is one of eats.

73. Himawari

7.7
202 2nd Ave (at Ellsworth Ave.), San Mateo, CA
Ramen Restaurant · Downtown San Mateo · 141 tips and reviews

TristanTristan: Great ramen! Get the shio ramen, spicy! Also, calamari for appetizer!

Momiji Ramen is one of eats.

74. Momiji Ramen

6.1
4931 Junipero Serra Blvd, Colma, CA
Noodle Restaurant · Central Colma · 15 tips and reviews
Bambu Desserts & Drinks is one of eats.

75. Bambu Desserts & Drinks

7.3
2223 Gellert Blvd, South San Francisco, CA
Dessert Shop · Westborough · 8 tips and reviews

76. Phở Ao Sen

8.2
1139 E 12th St (at 11th Ave), Oakland, CA
Vietnamese Restaurant · San Antonio · 60 tips and reviews

SkeeterNYCSkeeterNYC: HANDS DOWN THE #1 best Pho I've ever ever ever experienced. Such a great little hidden local spot. I hope more city folks make the trip out here!

Yakitori Kokko is one of eats.

77. Yakitori Kokko

8.8
509 2nd Ave (at S Claremont St), San Mateo, CA
Japanese Restaurant · Downtown San Mateo · 44 tips and reviews
The Kickin' Crab is one of eats.

78. The Kickin' Crab

8.6
2675 Cropley Ave (at N Capitol Ave), San Jose, CA
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · 37 tips and reviews
Reposado is one of eats.

79. Reposado

7.9
236 Hamilton Ave (at Ramona St), Palo Alto, CA
Mexican Restaurant · University South · 163 tips and reviews

TristanTristan: Bloody mary on Sunday. Do it. Best bloody Mary in the peninsula

Los Gatos Brewing Co. is one of eats.

80. Los Gatos Brewing Co.

130 N Santa Cruz Ave (at Grays Ln), Los Gatos, CA
Brewery · 35 tips and reviews
K-pop Cafe Asian Fusion is one of eats.

81. K-pop Cafe Asian Fusion

6.7
35041 Fremont Blvd (Decoto), Fremont, CA
Asian Restaurant · Cabrillo · 5 tips and reviews

82. Bonchon

7.7
572 E El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA
Korean Restaurant · 76 tips and reviews

FoodspottingFoodspotting: Try the Curly Fries

Shabu House is one of eats.

83. Shabu House

8.3
1150 Paloma Ave (Broadway), Burlingame, CA
Japanese Restaurant · 21 tips and reviews
Claire's Pastries And Restaurant is one of eats.

84. Claire's Pastries And Restaurant

6259 Mission St, Daly City, CA
Bakery · 3 tips and reviews
King Eggroll is one of eats.

85. King Eggroll

7.2
980 Lundy Ave (at Berryessa Rd), San Jose, CA
Asian Restaurant · 17 tips and reviews
Ramen Shop is one of eats.

86. Ramen Shop

8.5
5812 College Ave (at Oak Grove Ave), Oakland, CA
Ramen Restaurant · Rockridge · 133 tips and reviews

87. Berkeley Bowl West

9.2
920 Heinz Ave (at 9th St), Berkeley, CA
Grocery Store · West Berkeley · 145 tips and reviews

First Class CookingFirst Class Cooking: An unparalleled produce selection makes this grocery store, worth crossing the bridge for. Top quality, small-producer, pasture-raised meats and sustainably sourced fish as well.

88. Buffalo Wild Wings

6.6
5B Serramonte Ctr (at Callan Blvd), Daly City, CA
Wings Joint · Serramonte · 50 tips and reviews

Crystal S.Crystal S: 60 cent wing Tuesday and 65 cent boneless wing Thursday!

89. Morimoto Napa

8.3
610 Main St, Napa, CA
Sushi Restaurant · Central Napa · 221 tips and reviews

Tasting TableTasting Table: Order the Iron Chef's signature Angry Chicken: Read more.

The Fish Market is one of eats.

90. The Fish Market

7.4
3150 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA
Seafood Restaurant · 54 tips and reviews

91. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

7.5
10690 N De Anza Blvd, Cupertino, CA
American Restaurant · North De Anza Boulevard · 145 tips and reviews

Thriving IvoryThriving Ivory: get a seasonal ale and watch hockey. bliss.

A Slice of New York is one of eats.

92. A Slice of New York

9.0
3443 Stevens Creek Blvd (at Cypress Ave), San Jose, CA
Pizzeria · 84 tips and reviews
Paper Moon Coffee is one of eats.

93. Paper Moon Coffee

5237 Stevens Creek Blvd, Santa Clara, CA
Coffee Shop · 140 tips and reviews

94. Ramen Dojo

7.9
805 S B St (at 8th St), San Mateo, CA
Ramen Restaurant · Downtown San Mateo · 167 tips and reviews

BurpBurp: Spicy Pork is the way to go but get there early, runs out quick!

Gaylord's Caffe Espresso is one of eats.

95. Gaylord's Caffe Espresso

4150 Piedmont Ave (at 41st St), Oakland, CA
Coffee Shop · Piedmont Avenue · 26 tips and reviews
Gateway Kitchen is one of eats.

96. Gateway Kitchen

6.6
6165 Mission St, Daly City, CA
Asian Restaurant · 21 tips and reviews

97. Sinugba

2055 Gellert Blvd #5, Daly City, CA
Asian Restaurant · 11 tips and reviews

Pia Tha BiaPia Tha Bia: There are HELLA silogs here, more than any other Filipino joint I've ever been!

Scoma's Sausalito is one of eats.

98. Scoma's Sausalito

8.9
588 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA
Seafood Restaurant · 109 tips and reviews

TristanTristan: Bloody Mary here is reason alone to come to sausalito

So Gong Dong Tofu House is one of eats.

99. So Gong Dong Tofu House

7.1
231 W Calaveras Blvd (S. Abel St), Milpitas, CA
Korean Restaurant · 26 tips and reviews
Mink Bar and Lounge is one of eats.

100. Mink Bar and Lounge

6192 Mission St, Daly City, CA
Bar · Original Daly City · 12 tips and reviews
Godfather's Burger Lounge is one of eats.

101. Godfather's Burger Lounge

8.1
1500 El Camino Real, Belmont, CA
Burger Joint · Downtown Belmont · 64 tips and reviews
Guittard Chocolate Factory is one of eats.

102. Guittard Chocolate Factory

10 Guittard Rd (Rollins), Burlingame, CA
Dessert Shop · 1 tip

103. Camelot Fish & Chips

7.5
70 W Manor Dr, Pacifica, CA
Fish and Chips Shop · West Edgemar-Pacific Manor · 28 tips and reviews

ScottySauceScottySauce: Best Fish and Chips in the Bay Area! Oh and try the Deep Fried Mars Bar ;)

Fat Wong's Kitchen is one of eats.

104. Fat Wong's Kitchen

6.9
1780 El Camino Real, San Bruno, CA
Chinese Restaurant · 30 tips and reviews
Lure + Till is one of eats.

105. Lure + Till

The Epiphany Hotel (180 Hamilton Ave), Palo Alto, CA
American Restaurant · University South · 32 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: This place has ton of of awesome stuff like exploding volcano pasta, an egg-topped brunch burger and ice cream sandwiches with bourbon ice cream between carrot-walnut cake slices. Read more.

New England Lobster Market & Eatery is one of eats.

106. New England Lobster Market & Eatery

9.1
824 Cowan Rd, Burlingame, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Bayfront · 130 tips and reviews
Hodo Soy is one of eats.

107. Hodo Soy

2923 Adeline St (30th St), Oakland, CA
Structure · McClymonds · 1 tip
Steam is one of eats.

108. Steam

5.9
209 University Ave (at Emerson St), Palo Alto, CA
Chinese Restaurant · Downtown North · 43 tips and reviews

TristanTristan: Very good dim sum. The service from order to arrival is a bit slow but its still worth it. Go there ready for conversation and also get the damn lemon spare ribs!

109. Zachary's Chicago Pizza

9.1
5801 College Ave (at Oak Grove Ave), Oakland, CA
Pizzeria · Rockridge · 152 tips and reviews

HealthWarehouseHealthWarehouse: Most people get the thick crust, but the thin is great as well.

Masu Japanese Bistro is one of eats.

110. Masu Japanese Bistro

5.4
79 E 3rd Ave (at S San Mateo Dr), San Mateo, CA
Japanese Restaurant · Downtown San Mateo · 16 tips and reviews
Chantal Guillon is one of eats.

111. Chantal Guillon

444 University Ave (Kipling St), Palo Alto, CA
Dessert Shop · University South · 38 tips and reviews
Bangkok Garden is one of eats.

112. Bangkok Garden

8.2
201 Southgate Ave, Daly City, CA
Thai Restaurant · Westlake · 12 tips and reviews

113. Everett and Jones Barbeque

8740 International Blvd, Oakland, CA
BBQ Joint · Elmhurst · No tips or reviews
Gordo Taqueria is one of eats.

114. Gordo Taqueria

7.7
2989 College Ave (btw Ashby & Webster), Berkeley, CA
Burrito Restaurant · 39 tips and reviews

115. Ramen Shop

8.5
5812 College Ave (at Oak Grove Ave), Oakland, CA
Ramen Restaurant · Rockridge · 133 tips and reviews

SFGateSFGate: The menu is compact, with a couple of appetizers, three ramens and generally ice cream sandwiches for dessert. Read more.

116. Koi Palace

8.5
365 Gellert Blvd (at Hickey Blvd), Daly City, CA
Dim Sum Restaurant · Serramonte · 143 tips and reviews

Pacific UnionPacific Union: Amazing gingko with pea tendrils in broth and coffee spare ribs. Give them your cell number when you check in, and they'll text you when you're getting close to the top of the list.

117. The Trappist

460 8th St (btwn Broadway & Washington St), Oakland, CA
Beer Bar · Old Oakland · 129 tips and reviews

Pacific UnionPacific Union: Huge variety of Belgian beers. Great selection.

118. Brown Sugar Kitchen

2534 Mandela Pkwy (Campbell St), Oakland, CA
Southern Food Restaurant · West Oakland · 156 tips and reviews

Pacific UnionPacific Union: Long waits on the weekend -- show up early! (It's worth it.)

119. Forbidden Island

8.7
1304 Lincoln Ave (at Sherman St), Alameda, CA
Tiki Bar · West End · 93 tips and reviews

Pacific UnionPacific Union: Cool interior, fun clientele, and great island-themed drinks. Try the Mai Tai!

120. Grand Lake Farmers Market

9.4
Splash Pad Park (at Grand Ave & Lake Park), Oakland, CA
Farmers Market · Lakeshore · 47 tips and reviews

Pacific UnionPacific Union: Best farmers market in the East Bay: Shoppers can browse fruits, vegetables, baked goods, meats and fish, flowers, and much more. Parking can be brutal but it’s so worth it. Read more.

121. Samurai Sushi Boat

7.3
3336 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA
Japanese Restaurant · Lakeshore · 17 tips and reviews

Pacific UnionPacific Union: Unique environment, super quick service, and great local atmosphere.

122. Bar César

6.8
4039 Piedmont Ave (Glen Ave), Oakland, CA
Tapas Restaurant · Piedmont Avenue · 28 tips and reviews

Pacific UnionPacific Union: Love the elderflower martini. They've got an excellent wine list!

123. Bette's Oceanview Diner

1807 4th St (btw Hearst & Virginia), Berkeley, CA
Diner · 124 tips and reviews

Pacific UnionPacific Union: Check out the Ark toy store across the street while you wait... and you will wait on weekends. The Maryland and California breakfasts are both delicious!

124. Bellanico

8.6
4238 Park Blvd (btwn Glenfield and Wellington), Oakland, CA
Italian Restaurant · Glenview · 21 tips and reviews

Pacific UnionPacific Union: Love the appetizers and the pasta here. Try the duck.

125. Homemade Cafe

2454 Sacramento St (at Dwight Way), Berkeley, CA
Café · West Berkeley · 39 tips and reviews

Pacific UnionPacific Union: The Home Fry Heaven is definitely sinful but so delicious! Highly recommend the coffee cake/baked goods and the grits that you can get with almost any breakfast.

126. À Côté

8.4
5478 College Ave (at Lawton Ave), Oakland, CA
Mediterranean Restaurant · Rockridge · 31 tips and reviews

Pacific UnionPacific Union: Love the small, intimate setting here.

127. Wood Tavern

8.6
6317 College Ave (btw Alcatraz & 63rd), Oakland, CA
New American Restaurant · North Oakland · 70 tips and reviews

Pacific UnionPacific Union: Sophisticated spot. This place is very popular so arrive early. Amazing roasted chicken!

128. Saul's Restaurant & Deli

8.8
1475 Shattuck Ave (at Vine St), Berkeley, CA
Deli · Gourmet Ghetto · 115 tips and reviews

Pacific UnionPacific Union: The bagels are so good here! Really nice spot for breakfast/brunch or lunch. Love the matzo ball soup, the pickles, and the blintzes. Be prepared to wait on the weekend.

Mama's Royal Cafe is one of eats.

129. Mama's Royal Cafe

7.9
4012 Broadway (at 40th St), Oakland, CA
Breakfast Spot · Piedmont Avenue · 65 tips and reviews

AFAR MediaAFAR Media: Mama's has been a breakfast institution for decades, and this neighborhood joint balances greasy-spoon ambience with borderline-gourmet seasonal specialty omeletes, scrambles, and pancakes. Read more.

Caffe 817 is one of eats.

130. Caffe 817

7.5
817 Washington St (btwn 8th St & 9th St), Oakland, CA
Café · Old Oakland · 36 tips and reviews

AFAR MediaAFAR Media: On a lazy Saturday morning head to Caffe 817 in Old Oakland for a breakfast of poached eggs, olive tapenade and toasted levain. Add a latte bowl or cappuccino for the perfect start to your day! Read more.

85C Bakery Cafe is one of eats.

131. 85C Bakery Cafe

8.1
1183 S. De Anza Blvd., Ste. 10, San Jose, CA
Bakery · 48 tips and reviews

132. Stacks

7.0
600 Santa Cruz Ave (at W El Camino Real), Menlo Park, CA
Breakfast Spot · Downtown Menlo Park · 42 tips and reviews

FoodspottingFoodspotting: Try the Eggs Florentine

Vietnam Village is one of eats.

133. Vietnam Village

851 Cherry Ave Ste 12, San Bruno, CA
Vietnamese Restaurant · Bayhill · 16 tips and reviews
Honey Berry is one of eats.

134. Honey Berry

165 E 4th Ave (btwn S Ellsworth Ave & S San Mateo Dr), San Mateo, CA
Bakery · Downtown San Mateo · 16 tips and reviews

135. Louie Linguini's

5.6
660 Cannery Row (Prescott Ave), Monterey, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Cannery Row · 45 tips and reviews

Reserve123.comReserve123.com: Ask to be seated outside. You'll love the views.

136. Doña Tomás

5004 Telegraph Ave (at 51st St), Oakland, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Temescal · 52 tips and reviews

Of a KindOf a Kind: Local jewelry designer, Lauren Wolf, is a pro on traditional Mexican cuisine (seeing as she lived in Mexico!) She recommends Doña Tomás as one of 6 must-visit spots in Oakland! Learn more here! Read more.

Sunset Boulevard is one of eats.

137. Sunset Boulevard

Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Road · Central Hollywood · 14 tips and reviews
KoJa Kitchen is one of eats.

138. KoJa Kitchen

7.4
2395 Telegraph Ave (Channing), Berkeley, CA
Asian Restaurant · Southside · 24 tips and reviews
Chef P's is one of eats.

139. Chef P's

7.4
1535 Landess Ave Ste 162 (at S Park Victoria Dr), Milpitas, CA
Chinese Restaurant · 6 tips and reviews
Dusita Thai is one of eats.

140. Dusita Thai

8.3
2325 El Camino Real Ste 104105, Santa Clara, CA
Thai Restaurant · 42 tips and reviews
Thai Basil is one of eats.

141. Thai Basil

6.5
2519 Durant Ave (at Telegraph Ave), Berkeley, CA
Thai Restaurant · Southside · 45 tips and reviews
Iguanas is one of eats.

142. Iguanas

6.8
4300 Great America Pkwy (at Mission College Blvd), Santa Clara, CA
Burrito Restaurant · 35 tips and reviews

143. Iguanas Taqueria

7.3
330 S 3rd St (btw San Carlos & San Salvador), San Jose, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown San Jose · 77 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Try a Burritozilla, which is 5lbs of burrito for $18.75, recently featured on Man v. Food and other shows. Their regular burritos are $3.50 and tacos are $2.50, open late. Read more.

144. El Farolito Taqueria

8.5
394 Grand Ave, South San Francisco, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown South San Francisco · 28 tips and reviews

7x7 Magazine7x7 Magazine: Have a burrito...it's #78 on 7x7's Big Eat SF 2010. Read more.

85C Bakery Cafe is one of eats.

145. 85C Bakery Cafe

8.1
35201-V Newark Blvd., (btwn Jarvis Ave & Cedar Blvd), Newark, CA
Bakery · 63 tips and reviews
Castello di Amorosa is one of eats.

146. Castello di Amorosa

8.7
4045 Saint Helena Hwy, Calistoga, CA
Winery · 198 tips and reviews