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Best American food near Pleasanton, California, United States
Best American restaurants nearby. Discover the best American food in Pleasanton. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for American restaurants near you.. Pleasanton is a city in Alameda County, California, incorporated in 1894. It is a suburb in the San Francisco Bay Area located about 25 miles (40 km) east of Oakland, and 6 miles (9.7 km) west of Livermore. The population was 70,285 at the 2010 census. In 2005 and 2007, Pleasanton was ranked the wealthiest middle-sized city in the United States by the Census Bureau. Pleasanton is home to the headquarters of Workday, Ellie Mae, Roche Molecular Diagnostics, Blackhawk Network Holdings, and Veeva Systems. Other major employers include Kaiser Permanente, Safeway, Oracle, Nordstrom and Macy's. Although Oakland is the Alameda County seat, a few county offices and a courthouse are located in Pleasanton. The Alameda County Fairgrounds are located in Pleasanton, where the county fair is held during the last week of June and the first week of July. Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park is located on the west side of town.
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10. The English Rose
Overall Ratings
4 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By Christina04
I have taken my daughter and my grandmother here a few times and we always have a great experience. This is a lovely English tea room - the decor is exactly what you would expect - flowery and cute and dainty. The tea is served with platters of little sandwiches and treats. The ladies that work here are very friendly and sweet. It's a special place to go with special people.
9. Sweet Tomatoes
Overall Ratings
4 based on 103 reviews
Souplantation and Sweet Tomatoes creates an all-you-care-to-eat dining experience with a daily selection of made-from-scratch soups and salads and hand-crafted muffins, focaccia, breads and tasty desserts.
Reviewed By alicerabbit
First time to a Sweet Tomatoes. It was my grand daughter's birthday and her choice...all you can eat desserts! It was very crowded at 6 PM on Sunday, St. Patrick's Day. After we paid, we had to wait about 5 min. for a table for 6. The buffet area had lots of dropped food and dressing. I wonder how many people touched those serving spoons???!!! Kids really enjoyed the freedom of getting up and getting more food. I thought the mushroom soup and corn bread were the best. On the way out I stepped on a piece of lettuce and went straight down. Manager came overto see if I was OK. I really got off easy without any big problems. Beware if you tumble or slip easily.
8. Barone's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By G2941XKnickh
Had a team dinner which was pleasant (no pun intended) enough but there was anything to really shout about. The calamari were ok, the anti-pasta was ok, the clams and linguine were ok but not exceptional. Overall a bit meh
7. Black Bear Diner
Overall Ratings
4 based on 184 reviews
The city of Pleasanton has plenty of places for its residents and visitors to eat, but none of them come close to Black Bear Diner. What we offer in food selection and guest experience is simply unmatched. Choose a dish from our delicious menu and a membe
Reviewed By Mazzer72
This diner was great, we had breakfast twice over three days, be warned the portions are huge! Great staff, just could not fault it.
6. Jims Country Style Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By Rob M
We ate late morning brunch at Jim's last week. The place was packed on a Saturday morning, but they found us a table! Jim's has a good selection of ranch-style omelettes and country-style breakfasts. Service was good, and the food was good too. Prices are reasonable. 3 1/2 stars
5. Bill's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 57 reviews
Reviewed By adriano389
This is a good spot. Really busy on a Sunday , but worth the wait. Had steak and eggs with hash browns. Great steak and flavor. My other half had a veggie scramble. So much food. Great price. Finished with some pancakes, pretty good. Mimosas were on point. Plenty of inside and outdoor seating. Bring your sweater in case your outside on a chilly morning. Fast and friendly service.
4. Eddie Papa's American Hangout
Overall Ratings
4 based on 217 reviews
Regional American Cuisine. Hand-Crafted Artisan Cocktails. Old World Hospitality
Reviewed By 614SkipC
Went into this restaurant three times for dinner. I was greeted very enthusiastically by the host and seated immediately. My waitress, Bailey, Kristina, and Asian were terrific; their service was excellent. Had the crab dip and a rack of ribs one nightWay more than I could eat. I had the burgers the last two night. Very tasty. Ordered beers which came in a cold canning jar excellent. Everything was so good. I would obviously come here again!!!
3. Nonni's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 230 reviews
Reviewed By VWriter
I met two friends for lunch here. I had a goat cheese crepe which came with a salad and roasted, caramelized walnuts It was beautiful in appearance and delicious. My friends thought their selections were excellent in flavor and presentation, as well. The bistro has about a dozen tables and there is a tiny bar. We were there shortly after it opened at 11 a.m. In 45 minutes it was packed. The wait staff are friendly and quiet and efficient, allowing us to have a full conversation without being interrupted except at appropriate times. I will most definitely be back. A bistro as accomplished with its menu as this one deserves the high praise it gets from satisfied customers.
2. Hap's Original Steaks & Seafood
Overall Ratings
4 based on 284 reviews
Reviewed By ppinoy
Came here for dinner for my Niece's graduation. My first time here, so I was excited to see why they come here. Restaurant itself does not have their own parking lot or valet so you have to scramble for parking. You will be greeted with a smile, and if you are early, there is a full bar. Our server was pleasant, explained their specials and did not rush us. The steak I ordered was tasty and everyone was pleased with their meals.
1. Sabio on Main
Overall Ratings
4 based on 55 reviews
Named one of the BEST 50 Bay Area Restaurants by the Mercury News, 4 year winner of Wine Spectator Award Wine List, 2 years running best cocktail at the Alameda County Fair Craft Cocktail Competition. Chef Francis X. Hogan brings you Seasonal California C
Reviewed By lv2trvlevrywer
Enjoyed a nice dinner at Sabio at a window table for 2 (definitely make a reservation). We ordered the olives, manchego, flat iron, octopus, 4 draft beers and Valrhona Chocolate Crémeux = $115 -- doesn't seem too bad. Every dish was flavorful and even the beer was very crisp & tasty. Thought the dessert was one of the best desserts I have had and I am a total chocolate snob (and draft beer snob too). The only dish we can fault somewhat was the kinda chewy flat iron steak. However the hash side served w/ the steak was phenomenal! Service was attentive and friendly and we weren't rushed. I would definitely return!
