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    Residual Sugar

    4.4 (458 reviews)
    ModerateWine Bars
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Karen N.

    Great Happy Hour deal 50% off from 5-6. Attentive service, I couldn't decide and the bar person allowed me a sip to try first. Had a few glasses of wine and the charcuterie board, lots of seating options and some outdoor patio seating as well. All in all a great stop if you're looking to have an easy glass of wine.

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    Julie F.

    Fantastic spot for wine! My friend and I just finished dinner at Havana and stumbled on this gem. It was a gorgeous Friday night and we wanted to sit outside to enjoy a nice Pinot Noir. The menus were so creative and had a clever and witty description of each wine. Needless to say we had a few glasses. Deanna the Manager was down to earth, funny, sweet and attentive. We will be coming back for sure.

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    Richard B.

    Who doesn't like a good wine bar or even a bad wine bar! Good thing this is a great wine bar. Everything you could want. A bar, high top tables, outside seating with heaters, a totally adequate selection of bites and of course the intimate romantic couch areas. We have been to this location quite a few times as well as the Concord location (different review to come). Each time we have tried different wines and snacks but seem to be settling in the Jax Cab and a grilled cheese sando. For the beer crowd there are some on tap. The service is excellent and the decor is cool. Great vibe especially with the more current upbeat music on the sound system. I don't understand why some place don't get this. Music sets the mood. Places playing downer pop i.e. John Mayer etc., are a total buzz kill. This isn't that place. My only ding is I wish they were open earlier. Having said that they are open to 11:30 pm on Friday and Saturday and 10 the other open days. Maybe 9 on Sunday. Closed Monday.

    Sam P.

    I had this place bookmarked to visit next time I was in Walnut Creek and finally got to check it out last night! Cozy, cute vibe with a wall of wine and lots to choose from including specially curated flights! Went with bubbles the first time around and let them choose the second which was a great California Cab! Service was fantastic through the night and we enjoyed a local cheese board to accompany our wine ! Had a great time and will definitely return to try more of their food options and some wine flights!

    Brian F.

    This was a nice find recommended by a friend. Located in Downtown Walnut Creek. It's small and intimate. Went in to check it out and returned several times during my stay in town. Wonderful service (both from Justice and Daniella), tasty food offerings and wonderful wine. Happy hour runs till 6pm each day and is 50% off the entire menu. This was such a gem of a find in a place with many options. Highly recommend if you are looking for something casual, laid back and friendly. They balance it all and deserve to be rated number one in the area 15 years running. I look forward to returning.

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    Such a great place in downtown WC! Super cozy, great wine selection, delicious food and amazing 50% off Happy Hour that you cannot beat!

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    Great service and wine selection. Great ambiance... a nice spot for a date. Adult grilled cheese was fantastic

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    Very tasty and exceptional service! The charcuterie is delicious and all of the wines are 100% delicious.

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    Favorite wine bar with the best menu.... And they have orange wine! Dina is the sweetest Be sure to also order Cowboy Creamery cheese

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    Love this little gem of a wine bar. Bartenders are so sweet, too. Perfect for a little date night!

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    It's unassuming from the outside, on the outskirts of the main, more happenin' area of downtown Walnut Creek

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    4.5(93 reviews)
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    Loved this spot. So cozy with a super friendly, knowledgeable staff. Menu is small but mighty…read more Seems like you couldn't go wrong here. Not good for big groups but that's what I loved about it. Great central location in Walnut Creek. Check it out!

    I had hoped that what I read from a 1-star Yelp review about having reservations, then finding out…read morethis restaurant is closed, was only a rare occasion. I did not even think to alert my friends about what I read because I thought after reading other Yelp reviews and looking up their Instagram posts with beautiful photos and people looking like they were enjoying this restaurant, that what was described in that 1-star review must have been a rare occurrence. Boy was I wrong because to my dismay when we arrived at their restaurant door last evening, it happened to us and I did not want to believe it, but all the evidence was there to show they were in fact, CLOSED. Two other customers and our group arrived at the same time in advance of our 6pm reservation time, only to see their door closed, lights off, with nobody inside. We were confused not only because we did not receive a message notifying us that their restaurant would be closed and our reservation needed to be canceled, but also because the customers who arrived when we did said they had booked their reservation yesterday, meaning the reservation system was still active. What's more is we did not see any signage on their door or windows about being closed, but instead we saw an EBMUD notice on the door stating water service payment was overdue, which we were not expecting to see upon our arrival. Our group needed to quickly figure out a plan B for our birthday celebration dinner, as our friend had planned and reserved The Library Social Club over a month ago. I dine at many restaurants and any time there needs to be a change or cancelation for any reason by a restaurant business, I have received an e-mail, a text, or a phone call alert, as a customer courtesy call, and I have at the very least, even seen hand written notes on restaurant doors and windows as signage alerting customers of their business being closed. Needless to say, we were disappointed and frustrated by this incident today. We drove from out of town to try this restaurant that was not even open when customers had reservations. Fortunately, our friend proposed a different restaurant that we could walk to and they sat us promptly upon arrival. We enjoyed their delicious food instead!

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    Shadowbrook Winery - Superior views and location.

    Shadowbrook Winery

    3.9(162 reviews)
    3.7 mi

    We had a wonderful visit here!…read more It is a beautiful setting, but still low-key and not pretentious at all. All the employees are grounded, friendly, and very knowledgeable. We also got a tour of their Italian winemaking equipment. The food was surprisingly good. Found out later that the chef has a Michelin pedigree. My filet was amazing! It came with bone marrow which was unique and very tasty. The views are incredible. The vineyards...Mt Diablo and the views of the clear night sky with low light pollution are breathtaking. Go for the scenery, stay for the wine and the food.

    This was our first time at Shadowbrook, and unfortunately our last…read more The service was absolutely disappointing especially considering there's already a 20% service charge. When we first arrived we were seated right away and given waters immediately by our lovely host, after being seating it took 15 minutes for our waiter to even look at us and when she did she said "Do you know what you want to drink?", this was our first interaction. It took about 20 minutes to receive our wine and when she brought it to us she never let us taste the wine before pouring it, which I have never experienced at any other winery. After leaving it took an extra 10 minutes to receive our order of French fries, luckily the water machine was right next to us so whenever we needed a refill we could just get up and get it ourselves! We almost asked them to not even bring out the bread because it had been 45 minutes after ordering before it came to our table. I think we would have been more understanding if it was a busy night but it was the complete opposite. I could have driven all the way to Napa, been served, eaten a full meal, then home with my teeth brushed in bed by 8, but instead I'm at Shadowbrook waiting for my bread. Overall the food was great, the wine was excellent but the service was absolutely horrific! We felt overlooked and unwelcome from the start. Our server barely acknowledged us and gave the impression that we weren't worth her time while serving others next to us with enthusiasm. Unfortunately the 20% service charge did it for me, I wouldn't mind paying if it was worth it, if I could tip our waitress less I would.

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    Château - 12/13/2025: Steak Bordelaise -- Very good!

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    4.1(274 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    Superb, the food is outstanding, the service is excellent. We were so happy with everything;…read morebeginning with Caviar, to the Crudo (it is so good), Charcuterie Board for cheese lovers, Brisket hamburger is exceptional, along with the steak bouillabaisse and Angel Hair Vongole - this is to die for - very impressive. We sat outside on a sunny pleasant day for 3 hours and enjoyed every moment. Make a reservation you will enjoy the experience.

    We made last-minute reservations at Chateau and overall had a great experience with a disappointing…read moreending. From the moment we walked in, the hostess was warm and welcoming, and our server was exceptional throughout the night. The cocktails were also a standout -- the Old Mez, The Vintage, and even my Matcha Bliss mocktail were all . We started with the Brussels sprouts, mussels, and truffle fries. The appetizer portions were generous and satisfying. The mussels were cooked perfectly with a flavorful sauce that had us finishing every bite. The truffle fries were hot and crispy, served with ketchup and aioli. The Brussels sprouts had the perfect crisp in every layer, while the onion, apple, and bacon balanced the dish really well. Unfortunately, the lamb chops completely changed the experience. When the plate arrived, both my husband and I immediately noticed how small the portion was for a $45 entrée -- just a few lamb chops and four small carrots. Compared to the appetizers, it honestly felt more like an appetizer than a main course. I ordered mine medium rare, but my pieces came out rare and chewy with quite a bit of fat, leaving one bite of meat per piece. My husband's pieces were cooked more accurately, but his cuts were a little thicker than mine. For the price point, the dish simply didn't feel worth it or satisfying enough to be considered a true entrée. For two people, including tip, the bill was over $200. We would return, but next time we'd stick to cocktails and appetizers, because that's definitely where Chateau shines.

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    Upstairs light fixture.

    Château - 12/10/2025: Brussel Sprouts w/Bacon -- Very good!

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    Hops & Scotch - Outside

    Hops & Scotch

    3.7(464 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$

    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.

    My buddy and I went last night to grab a drink after a hard day. We've been there a couple times…read moreand sat at the bar and really enjoyed ourselves. The food is good and the beer and scotch whiskey select selection amazing. However Last night, was a terrible experience. One of the worst I've ever had. We walked in and the place was fairly busy. The bartender acknowledged us and we sat down. And that's the last time we were acknowledged. For the next 15 to 20 minutes, the bartender walked by us. Ignored us. Made sure to never make eye contact with us and never even came over to say hello sorry we're busy we will be right with you. Nothing. I've never sat down in a place and then gotten up and left because no one approached us. I mean, that's just crazy to think about. Two people walk in ready to give you their money and you literally don't even say hello to them. So we walked out and went next-door to the Peruvian place and had delicious food and beer. With masses closing, and lots of people looking for a new bar we thought we had found it. This is a profoundly disappointing experience and clear that they simply do not know got to staff the bar properly on a busy day or they're just jerks. Either way I'll be hard-pressed I ever come back

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    4.1(38 reviews)
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    Super cute spot I went to, to celebrate a few of my cousins birthday on a warm Saturday afternoon…read more Parking is a little tricky but I got lucky as someone was leaving as I pulled up. There was an event going on and HotBoyz Chicken was there giving out free samples throughout the day as well as doing a Bingo event for the attendees with free merch/prizes for the winners. No fee to play. That was a nice addition. They've got tvs for the game and the hockey game was playing, a nice outdoor area with a dj playing great music. They have a good menu with different options for food, beer, cider, etc. They don't really come up to the tables to do orders but the line is quick when you go up and order drinks/food. If you order food, they will give you a number and bring it to your table. Servers are nice/friendly and come to clean/pick up empty glasses often which isn't necessary but is nice. There's a water station to refill your bottles if you bring them. Wasn't able to stay long and order too much but the beers we had were delicious and refreshing. Great on a hot day like the one we had. Will for sure be coming back especially since Summer is coming up quick. Bring your family and friends to check them out. It's a kid friendly spot with plenty of space inside and outside!

    HORRIBLE!!!! Unhelpful, dirty tables and rude rude…read moreunfriendly long dark haired girl taking order!! First impression crap. Employees take care of regulars only. Won't return!

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    Barebottle Brewing - Walnut Creek
    Barebottle Brewing - Walnut Creek

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