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    Lara’s Fine Dining

    4.2 (533 reviews)
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    Lobster Roll
    Bianca H.

    Recently came here for a work lunch and it was fairly crowded. The service was phenomenal. The staff is extremely nice and attentive. The restaurant is beautiful as well. Right along the water and you have a nice view of the SF skyline. It can get hot with all the windows, creating a sunroom effect. But it's nice for a cold day. The food was okay. They have a vast selection of items to choose from. The calamari is a little bland and came out less than crispy. The bruschetta was great, the tomatoes were seasoned well. The lobster roll was plain and the ration was way more bread than lobster. I wouldn't recommend getting this item and the lobster wasn't that great. I'm sure other things on their menu are fine, but for the price, I'd go somewhere else!

    Beautiful sunset
    Mary Ann Rivera L.

    What an unforgettable celebration it was, marking my Edward's 70th Birthday at Lara's Fine Dining! We indulged in their sublime special catch of the day, Mahi Mahi, paired with scrumptious mashed potatoes and garlic spinach. I toasted with a glass of John Anthony Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc and for dessert Edward chose cheesecake and I reveled in creme brulee. The highlight of the evening was witnessing the stunning sunset at the harbor.

    Angela F.

    We've lived in Richmond for almost 10 years, and we actually spend a fair amount of time down near the Marina, but our first visit to Lara's was last night. We sat in the main dining room overlooking the harbor, and the ambience was worthy of five stars. The dining room is bright and airy and just feels so nice. Menu and food, I'd say, is worthy of three stars. Typical italian and seafood options abound, but there might be just a tad too many options which kind of cheapens the menu. I ordered the gnocchi with meat sauce, and was underwhelmed, but it wasn't bad. It just didn't live up to the ambience that the restaurant has. My husband really liked the fish from his fish-and-chips plate, but he was less enthused about the fries (just a little plain). He was also hoping for some malt vinegar to come to the table, but he ended up eating all the fish without it. The fresh bread brought to the table, though, was a standout. I really enjoyed it. I think if they pared down the menu (maybe by half?) and really focused on perfecting their options, this place would be a standout restaurant. Overall, the ambience outweighs the menu and we had a nice nice dinner and will happily come back!

    Cheesecake
    Mercedes Y.

    I told my friends after eating Peruvian food to check out Lara's Fine Dining for coffee and desserts. I had been at this restaurant for lunch many times already. The hostess told us that they will serve until 4 pm. However we ended like 4:30 pm. We ordered latte and decaf coffees. We also had the Cheesecake & Cream Brûlée. The owner Lara stopped at our table. I told my friends that Lara sang my birthday song years ago. Definitely she did sing again today. It was so nice. We had pictures with her. My friends enjoyed both the ambiance as the restaurant is near the water, the service was nice and the snack was good. My friends said that for sure we will return for lunch.

    Omari D.

    While in town after a family memorial service, the family decided to do a late brunch. We called ahead, and they could accommodate our party of 12. We showed up and as promised, we had a series of tables set up for us. It was great to have close family members together, and I of course set the party off by getting some cocktails from the bar. After a few beverages, we were all so overwhelmed by the number of great options. With people traveling from all over the country, everyone gravitated to some seafood. I went all in and had the Fettuccini Nero, which had homemade Black Squid Ink Fettuccini, lobster, mussels, & of course Dungeness crab tossed in this Alfredo Sauce. Everyone was trying each other's dishes... BUT ME, I was like "wow yours looks great... but keep your fork on your side of the table please"... haha...The beauty of family!. As for Desert, I didn't go overboard, but I picked a few items for the family to share... and that's because the dessert cart came out and was next to me!!! And yes, I did get the Chocolate Mousse Cake & Crème Brûlée. We also had a visit from Ms. Lara herself to the table, thanking us for coming in. Overall, a great experience with great food, family & friends. Looking forward to returning

    Lamb Shank
    Connie V.

    We came to Lara's Fine Dining after our director's retreat and it was the perfect spot to wrap up the day. The waterfront views are beautiful, the atmosphere is elegant but still comfortable, and the service was excellent--attentive without being overbearing. The food was outstanding! Everything from the appetizers to the entrées was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully plated. They also have a great wine and cocktail list that paired perfectly with our meals. Overall, a wonderful experience for both a group dinner and a special night out. Definitely recommend if you're looking for fine dining in Richmond with great views and great food.

    Linguini Clams
    Shirley N.

    This restaurant caught my eye when different friends posted it on social media. I bookmarked it. I made a reservation for party of five on Yelp for a Saturday night at 5:30pm. Hubby & I arrived first. Our table was tucked in the corner in the long shotgun room that stretched from one end to the other. It really was a table for four but they stuck a chair at the end. We had a nice view of the marina. While waiting hubby & I both ordered a hazy IPA, and listened to live piano music. The rest of our party soon joined us. We were informed of the daily specials. Starters - * calamari for the table - good serving size. Nice coating. * cups of clam chowder soup - no oyster crackers though. Lots of minced clams. * house bread - accompanied by whipped butter, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil in a dish. The first basket is comp. After that there's a charge. One basket good for us. Dinner entrees - * two ordered the fish of the day. Sea bass * hubby ordered his favorite pasta. Linguine with clams. He counted 12. * one ordered the prime rib * I ordered the veal scaloppine with mushroom sauce. The sauce a little salty but overall I enjoyed it. Dessert - they rolled the dessert cart over. Six to select from plus sorbet & gelato. Both the crème brûlée and tiramisu are made onsite. * we ordered two tiramisus & five spoons. Very good. All in all we were pleased with our dinner selections. The restaurant is located by the Marina Bay Yacht Harbor in Point Richmond. We used our GPS to locate it. There's a shared parking lot with another restaurant. Nearby landmark is Rosie the Riveter National Historic Park. We enjoyed both attentive service and food so much we plan to return for our next get together.

    Nicole M.

    This place is such an experience with the breathtaking views of the Richmond Bay The food is amazing and highly recommend The staff is very kind and great for food recommendations Looking forward to stopping by again

    Halibut
    Norman W.

    Enjoyed dinner with my mom here on a Saturday. Ambiance was on point with the live music and ocean views (yes in Richmond). Came in and were asked to wait at the bar, although pretty busy, we were seated promptly. Menu has a good range and should be able to satisfy most picky eaters. Servers were knowledgeable and made great suggestions and were attentive throughout our entire meal. Ordered the calamari to start and it was light and crispy, solid app. Mains we got the Halibut with the sautéed veggies, which was an absolute banger! Mash was airy and had a great consistency as well as the sautéed veggies weren't cooked to death, so also good. Mom got the daily special seafood pasta which was in a pesto sauce with shrimp, mussels and some other sea critters, very tasty (portion was decent, moms is tiny so no she did not finish it, yes I took it home and yes it was amazing the next day, that's pasta for you). Live music was definitely a highlight of the night as we really enjoyed the jazz combo that played. Thanks Mom! I would've never known about this place without you! Will come back with my lady soon as this is truly one of Richmond's hidden gems

    Lobster rolls
    Jamila N.

    Excellent, friendly and attentive service. Lovely views. Good, well made cocktails. A very solid happy hour. Most importantly, delicious food. Fresh seafood. Yuuuuuummy bread. The lobster roll was my favorite (fresh, well seasoned, perfect bread). We shared key lime pie for desert. Very good. Light, not too sweet.

    Keke F.

    so I love this place because it's on the water. It's beautiful. I just absolutely love the ambience. The service is always good. The bartender makes fabulous drinks and I always enjoy their salads.

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    Had a great dining experience with the family. The espresso martini is amazing. Service was great as well.

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    Ask the Community - Lara’s Fine Dining

    Is the the brunch menu only offered during the weekend?

    Dog friendly in the outdoor patio?

    CA has a law that allows pet owners to bring their dog(s) to restaurants as long as they are outside on their patio. However, you might just want to call and confirm if they're OK with you taking your pet.

    Hi there! Is there a cake cutting fee if we are to bring our own birthday cake?

    I've been there twice for my birthday and dad's birthday celebration and I haven't seen anyone bring in their own cake. The staff is nice as well as the owner. If you talk to them, they will probably be happy to cut it for you since your… Read more

    Hello! Are pets allowed?

    Yes pet's are allowed only on the Front Deck, No nice views of the Marina or SF! The deck does have propane heaters that they will turn on 4 U if U R Cold

    Is there a dress code?

    Not that I'm aware of it

    Do they have specials? any fresh fish dishes? It's a basic meat and potatoes menu... not much vegetarian except pizza. Looking for more creative options

    Hello there - we have a rotating menu of fresh seafood, meat, and vegetarian options - such as our portobello mushroom dish. We are always happy to accommodate special requests and dietary restrictions.… Read more

    Is there a bar here that offers Happy Hour?

    Hi Karen, our happy hour is everyday from 3-6 PM. Looking forward to seeing you at the restaurant!

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