Finally had a chance to check out Luna Sea lounge last week. Location is perfect ... right around…read morethe corner from Walnut Creek BART but also plenty of street parking. The place was crowded but could still get a table. I got the "Syndicate" ... great blend of sweet and spicy. I planned on trying something else but it was so good I went back to it again. Highly recommend.

Cool bar hiding in plain sight on Pringle. From the sidewalk you would swear they were closed, and…read morethen the door opens and you are somewhere else entirely. Blue neon arches, a huge underwater mural, plush chairs and low tables along the back wall. Worth the detour. Chris was working the bar on his second day and greeted us like a regular. I skipped my usual Manhattan and went with the Smoke Break, bourbon with bitters, smoke and black cherry. He nailed it. That is the one I would order again. Kudos to Chris for making the smoke linger and make the drink taste fantastic. I had this one in Oregon and it was cool but Chris did a better job with his method that really did serious justice to the name. My wife wanted the Cucumber Cooler, but they were out of cucumber. She pivoted to Sauvignon Blanc, and they were out of that too. The wine list runs four whites and four reds, so there is not much room to maneuver if the cocktails are not your thing. Chris read the situation, offered up a Paper Airplane since she wanted something refreshing, and put it on the house. Classic good bartending. It was louder than expected for how few people were in the room. On a Saturday with a DJ, music and dancing, I would guess the volume gets close to a rave. Go Tuesday or Wednesday if you want to hear the person across from you, and you will probably catch them fully stocked. My guess is weekends clean them out. Cocktails run 16 to 18 dollars. There is also a 300 dollar tequila and cognac number called La Maria served in a glass rimmed with gold dust, if you have something to celebrate. Happy hour is Tuesday through Friday, 3 to 5. They are on the ground floor of the Waymark apartments at 121 Pringle Ave with a small patio out front and heaters. Great spot to hang out and talk with friends, and a good pre dinner or post dinner stop rather than a destination for the whole night. When those doors shut you are transported somewhere neat. I would go again.

My fiancé rented the private patio area for our engagement proposal, and it was absolutely…read morebeautiful! The space was intimate with a great ambiance, making it the perfect setting for such a special moment. The staff was wonderful, attentive, friendly, and constantly passing around delicious food for our guests. Everything was well organized, and the service was excellent from start to finish. We had an amazing experience and would highly recommend Château for a private event or special occasion!

I came in with my husband for dinner last week and we both had such a great time. From the moment…read morewe walked in, the ambiance is warm, elegant, and inviting. It has the perfect balance of being sophisticated while still feeling comfortable and relaxed. The staff is wonderful, friendly, attentive, and genuinely committed to making every guest feel welcome. I love how ascetically pleasing each dish is when placed in the table! Drinks are outstanding and exceed expectations every time. feels thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, and full of flavor, which makes the whole dining experience even more enjoyable. The attention to detail, atmosphere, and exceptional hospitality make every visit feel special. Chateau is truly a gem in Walnut Creek, and I highly recommend it!

My friend and I happened upon Sipeos quite by accident, having never heard of it in Oakland…read more We were both delighted with the menu and with our orders. We will go again as I recommend it for an eating adventure. MKC

The staff is always very friendly, and owners always acknowledge me when I come in. Love the vegan…read moreoptions.

Marisela was amazing, love the ambience, loved the food…read more Marisela was a great hostess.

Food and service were fine... what irritated us all was when we got our change it was a $10 and a…read morefew ones. We asked for the $10 to be broken down to two $5 so we can leave tip. They could not break a $10!! Really?! I wanted to leave the ones only as a tip, but we managed to pull some cash together to leave a proper tip. As we were getting up to leave... all of a sudden they could break a $10. We said we have it handled already. I am so done with tipping, and if you want a tip... break down the change. Won't go back... this move seemed very shady and greedy.

I enjoyed my visit here. I love the vibe. Good ambiance, good music, good service, and, above…read moreall, good food. While you're looking at $25 for a main, price is justified by generous portions and each dish is shareable. We enjoyed our food while listening to 90s slow jams and r&b. The cornbread was fantastic. I also recommend the fried chicken, nicely crispy and the glaze was not too thick. Short rib was perfectly tender, although seems too soupy on the sauce. Definitely a good addition to the Walnut Creek dining scene.

Meh...this place was hit and miss. Hit: fried chicken, pork chop, hamachi tostada, even though it…read morewas overpriced and beet salad! Miss: everything else... Prices are really high for some dinky portions that you would be done eating in literally 2 1/2 bites. Fried chicken was outstanding, nice and hot. Pork chop was juicy with a delicious sauce, hibachi tostadas were yummy, but just a bit overpriced, and the beet salad was top-notch! Creamy and fresh. Potato salad was hard and tasted like it was from Costco, mac & cheese was watery. Collard greens were meh. Corn bread was just a rip off. Don't think I'd come again.

Elia brought Mykonos to me. The crisp blue and white decor whisked me away to a Greek holiday for a…read morecouple of hours. The servers were attentive and took special care of me. I went there after a birthday massage alone on a Thursday and the staff threw me an impromptu birthday celebration making it a memorable day. The olive oil with chopped olives and bread were delicious I ordered calamari and a glass of Assyrtiko the perfect combination and snack to tie me over before dinner. Afterwards, the staff brought over baklava with a candle and sang happy birthday . They were so sweet. Thank you all so very much!

Amazing food. Went for a work event in their upstairs private room and good service, no issues…read more I recently went for drinks on a weekend night and it was fun but the DJ was mediocre at best. Great music would have made it an easy 5 start. I hope the owner tries some other options for music.

We came to Bar Camino for a double date night and had been looking forward to trying it. The…read morerestaurant was busy, but the service never skipped a beat--our servers were friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. We started with the chips and salsa, and they were a great way to kick things off. The chips tasted fresh and were perfectly crispy. Both the red and green salsas had really good flavor without being overly spicy. We also ordered spicy margaritas, and the bartender definitely knew what they were doing. The drinks were well-balanced with just the right amount of heat. For our entrees, we ordered the burrito, carne plate, enchiladas, and the bee salad. The standout was definitely the carne--it was incredibly tender and practically melted in your mouth. It was cooked perfectly. The burrito was absolutely massive and packed with flavor, while the enchiladas tasted homemade and were comforting and delicious. Everyone at the table left happy. Overall, it was a great dining experience with delicious food, excellent drinks, and attentive service despite how busy they were. We'll definitely be back--especially because their brunch menu is next on our list!

Food is okay, happy hour as gotten to be less happy since they opened (meaning more expensive and…read moreless options) but it's still a place with a nice outdoor seating area. The one thing that really stands out to me about Bar Camino though is their bartenders. Very friendly and 100% on top of their games no matter how busy they get. Most of the time my lemonade was refilled before I even asked, no matter how many tickets were on the rail waiting to be filled. A few menu tweaks, including seasoning, and they should be able to elevate their overall game on the backs of their strong staff.

This was our first time visiting, and we were thoroughly impressed! I would absolutely recommend…read morethis place to anyone looking for great food, drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere. For food, we shared the truffle fries, heirloom tomato and burrata, and chicken karaage. Every dish was delicious and full of flavor. I also ordered the Pink Smoke and substituted the mezcal for regular tequila--it was absolutely amazing! My sister ordered the Heartbreaker, which she clearly loved because she ended up having three! The ambiance was beautiful, inviting, and relaxing. Despite it being such a hot day, the space felt incredibly refreshing and comfortable. A special shoutout to Chris and Luis, who provided exceptional service and made sure we left feeling completely satisfied. They truly made our experience even better. We had such a wonderful time and will definitely be coming back!

This was my first visit, and based on this experience, I'm not sure I would return unless the menu…read moreor execution has changed significantly. For a party of two, we ordered four drinks, two appetizers, and one salad, with the final tab coming to approximately $170. At that price point, I expect a noticeably stronger food experience, and unfortunately, this meal did not deliver. The service was a bright spot. The waitstaff was polite, professional, and attentive throughout the evening. Unfortunately, the food was where the experience fell short. The cauliflower and spicy tuna appetizers both had acceptable presentation, but the flavors and execution were disappointing. The ingredients did not seem particularly well balanced, and both dishes felt like they needed the chef to revisit the seasoning, composition, and overall preparation. Neither appetizer left an impression worth repeating. The Asian chicken salad had potential, but the quality and freshness of the ingredients kept it from standing out. A salad built around fresh, crisp ingredients should feel vibrant, yet this one came across as somewhat tired and lacking the freshness I would expect. Another point worth mentioning is the 20% gratuity that was automatically added to the bill. While I understand that some restaurants have automatic gratuity policies, it was unexpected for a party of two and felt somewhat excessive given the overall dining experience. I would have preferred that the policy be clearly communicated upfront. I typically include photos with my reviews, but the only photo I took on this visit was of the receipt, which probably says enough about how memorable the food was. Overall: The service was professional, but the food did not justify the approximately $170 price tag for two. There are plenty of restaurants where I would expect a more memorable and thoughtfully executed meal at this price point.

We have been going to this restaurant for many years in the original location in San Francisco and…read moreat least 5 or 6 times in walnut creek, we went to a play at the Lesher theater and they partner with Montesacro for dining before the theater and provided 10% discount we enjoyed a wonderful burarrata with sliced peaches with balsamic glaze and gnocchi in a wonderful ragu meat sauce and brazzino fish, the restaurant was very busy and server was a bit swamped and wait times for ordering and getting our drink order ( only had one bartender) was slow regardless of the wait the food was fantastic...

The place gets an extra star for the service. Otherwise it would have been one star…read more Decided to try this place for the family Friday dinner. Two adults, two kids (total bill was ~$450). Observations: 1) The place is very small. They sit you outside in a very windy alley. The food gets cold within 5min or so. Heaters don't help that much. 2) When you make a reservation on OpenTable you choose "Standard seating" - it doesn't mean inside. Inside capacity is about 50 or so ppl with 10 or so by the bar. So capacity is very limited. 3) We ordered lemonade for kids. They serve it in short glasses filled with ice to the brim (despite our ask for "no ice"), effectively reducing the liquid volume. We paid $35 for lemonade. 4) Food is very uneventful, nothing was remarkable. Their gnocchi with meat resembled Chef Boyardee from back in college times. Not sure why this place felt so pretentious with really no substance to back it. With so many options around like Montecatini, Doppio Zero, Benvenuti, La Fontaine, etc, not sure how they are still in business. Definitely not recommended for families, and have a hard time figuring out what audience they cater to.

Came in on a mission for a good Manhattan and walked out impressed. I asked for one built on…read moreRittenhouse Bottled-in-Bond rye, and Sevan behind the bar knew exactly where to go with it. Fantastic drink. My friend tasted mine and ordered the same. The selection is the draw here. Whiskey lines the entire back wall, the rarer bottles sit behind wire-mesh locked cabinets, and there is a deep bench of tequila, beer on tap, and wine to round things out. One look at the shelves tells you they have the base for any drink you want. We split the Margherita flatbread, pesto, fresh mozzarella, and blistered cherry tomatoes, and it hit the spot as a drinking snack. The menu goes deeper than expected for a bar, with sliders, naan tacos, and charcuterie if you show up hungry. Service was good considering the staff-to-crowd ratio. Sevan stayed attentive the whole time and clearly knows his stuff. The vibe is chill and conversation-friendly, not too loud for the size of the room, with a bank of TVs toward the back if you want to catch a game. Logistics are easy. The bar sits a short walk from Pleasant Hill BART and parking in the area was no trouble. I've been a few times before and this visit confirmed why I keep coming back. For a high quality cocktail in the East Bay, this is the spot.

For beverage choices, H&S gets 5 stars. For food, one star. And while the servers are nice and good…read moreat their jobs, if there is only one covering the whole restaurant, the service is sssllloooowwww. I blame ownership for being cheap and not wanting to pay for enough servers. Lastly - DON'T ORDER THE KETTLE CHIPS! They used to make their own, but now they charge $4 for a bag of kettle brand chips tossed on a plate. Eew.