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.

Great little lounge. I will deff be back it's small but the drink I had was very good. It felt busy…read morewhen we went but it's a smaller place and it's behind Bart. I will deff be back to try other drinks I like the laid back feeling. Music was good not too loud I felt like it was enjoyable. There's not a ton of sitting but we were able to find a spot with another couple. Glad I found this place will deff be back.

Caviar bumps with your friends & specialty drinks are the best here. I haven't had an entree that I…read moredid not enjoy. The service is great, the servers have a friendly & inviting vibe. The place is dim which definitely helps set the mood. I've been here so many times on different occasions, it's a great place for girls night, poppin in for a quick bite after work or after bar hopping. This place is a must when in Walnut Creek. Side note: for my Halloween girlies, the spooky season drinks are firrrre!

Service was pretty great. They were attentive and checked in on us multiple times, possibly even…read moretoo much but it's fine. I was glad the service was detail oriented, especially for one of the more upscale places in downtown Walnut Creek. Ambiance was nice. It was not too quiet or loud. The crowd was very respectful and a mix of people from all walks of life. Love the huge mirror, great vibes there. Food... very sad. Bread service was more of olive oil with a side of bread. The whipped mascarpone needed salt, bad. Angel hair pasta lacked a lot of flavor, no depth, but presentation was good. The burger tasted like in n out... for $26, definitely would like it better in every way. The best thing was probably the drink. Friendly to sober people which is a huge huge plus and why I gave this place any stars. The drink tasted good and the waiter was very considerate in ensuring I enjoyed it. Overall, I would probably come back for drinks and vibes, but avoid food altogether.

We loved Sipeos so much that we came back again the very next day! This time we had the chance to…read moremeet the owner, who was incredibly kind and took the time to tell us about how Sipeos came to be and the inclusive environment they're trying to create. I really love the thought behind their menu. There's such a diverse selection for both vegans and non-vegans, as well as alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, so everyone can come together and actually have plenty of options. We ordered some of the same food we loved the first time and also tried the pizza this time. Once again, everything was amazing! And having vegan desserts to choose from just makes it even better. Great food, great atmosphere, and after getting to know a little more about the people and idea behind Sipeos, we appreciate this place even more. We'll definitely be back!

I've been actively seeking out plant-based restaurants for a while now - albeit with limited…read moresuccess. Of all places, I'm surprised the Bay Area doesn't have waaaaaay more plant-based dining, and I welcome any suggestions from my fellow Yelpers on spots I may have missed! So when I learned of Sipeos, featuring a plant-based Mediterranean menu, I immediately bookmarked it, and this weekend we tried it out. To be clear, since the term 'plant-based' gets muddled a lot these days, Sipeos is a vegetarian, not strictly vegan restaurant. However, they do have fully vegan options, and other selections can be modified to be vegan - yay for vegan cheese! We perused the menu, and ordered a couple of drinks, and the Under the Tuscan Sun pizza to share: mozzarella, arugula, mushrooms, and beans. Pretty tasty, but I do wish there was less dough. Props for a 100% seed oil-free menu! Their beverage program promotes low and no-alcohol cocktails, wines, and beers. Not my jam, but I understand the intention, and that's what the cool kids are into these days. It's also odd to me that mocktails are priced the same as actual cocktails, and not just here, I've noticed this trend at other places as well. But if you want to spend $14 for juice, who am I to argue? Service was good, and the ambiance was nice. May return at some point.

I love this place. I've been here several times. I definitely need to put a photo next time…read more Pros: It's away from the busy part of downtown Walnut Creek so its easy to park without getting charge. They have a big parking lot in the back. Its nicely done inside, clean and the outside patio is very quaint. Although the view is the street and the postal office, its still nice to sit outside on a nice warm day. Service is always warm and friendly. The bartender is always greeting people and the waitresses are always checking on you. The food is great! My husband always orders the trio enchiladas. I normally get the Arroz a la ezkina because it reminds me of a paella. I tried the street tacos and fajita too. Cons Sometimes the arroz can be salty. But I'm sensitive to it so it might be different for others. I still order it over and over again and let them know to go easy on the salt. Last time we were charge for chip refill. That's fine but surprising.

Hold the phone! This is our fourth visit to La Ezkina Grill & Cantina in Walnut Creek, and just…read morewhen you thought it couldn't get any better, they surprise you with something knew and absolutely scrumptious. This Spanish/Mexican restaurant is simply EXCEPTIONAL. It's located across from the Post Office in Walnut Creek, just a short distance from the swanky North Main Street restaurant and bar scene. "Ezkina" is Basque for the Spanish word "esquina" which means "corner," and you can spot the difference the minute you walk in: real cotton/linen napkins on every table - none of the polyester or paper nonsense. Order a drink. Every cocktail is top-of-the-line. My wife had a margarita, and I had a Manhattan. Did the bartender go to Harvard's Bar Tender's School? We savored every sip. We enjoy trying new dishes, so this time I had the Chicken Mole De La Casa, and my wife had the Huitlacoche Stuffed Chicken (Huitlacoche adds sort of a smoky, woody, mushroom, and black truffle taste to the dish). Both were out-of-this-world delicious. AND, as a surprise, they offered an off-menu dessert: Carajillo Bread Pudding (a rich spiked bread pudding with notes of coffee and Licor 43 topped with vanilla ice cream). So the next time you're heading to the Post Office, bring a thirst for something new and visit Ezkina... there's a ton of free parking behind the restaurant. Main Street eat your heart out.

Had a great happy hour experience, RJ was an amazing bartender with great conversation and drinks.read more

Fun spot for dinner with friends or a date night. The atmosphere is fun and they have live music…read morewith DJs. We came here in a group of 6 and made a reservation in advance which made getting in and seated a much smoother experience. For food we ordered a handful of items like the hamachi toastada, lamb chop, a rice dish, falafel. The food is solid and my favorite was definitely the hamachi toastada. The menu also rotates so it's good to go back and try different things. Overall a great spot that I'd come back again!

I really love the atmosphere here. The food was good, although it was a little pricey. The service…read morewas great, and I really enjoyed my experience. I'll definitely come back again!

Went here for my birthday/friday date night and the vibes were so fun! Very high energy. The drinks…read morewere so yummy and I love how the evil eye cocktail looks. The appetizers and entrees are big enough to do family style/split them. Please don't come here after 8pm on Fridays and Saturday's thinking you'll have a chill dinner. Expect a party, a performance from staff and to be dancing in your chair or on the dance floor. The staff go above and beyond to make the magic happen. A vibe like that doesn't just happen

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!

My husband and l have been to Bar Camino twice before, but unfortunately, today's experience was…read morepretty disappointing. We were seated fairly quickly in the bar area, which was a plus, and even better, it was happy hour! Who doesn't love a good happy hour?! We were immediately served water and asked if we wanted chips and salsa, which of course we said yes to. Shortly after, the bartender came by to take our drink order, and our mango margaritas arrived within about 5-10 minutes. So far, so good! We wanted to enjoy our chips and salsa, sip on our margaritas, and just have a nice conversation before ordering anything else. However, about 25 minutes went by, and not once did anyone come back to check on us or ask if we needed anything. I even tried making eye contact with the staff to get someone's attention, but unfortunately, no luck. What made it more frustrating was watching everyone else around us being attended to while we were basically forgotten about. There were only about 13 other people in the bar area, so it wasn't like the place was overwhelmingly busy. Having visited before, we know the service can be better, which is why today's experience was such a letdown. The evening started off great, but the lack of attentiveness really took away from the experience. Maybe we will give Bar Camino another shot sometime..

We had such a nice, unexpected last minute date night at this rooftop spot! We shared a few light…read morebites--calamari, karaage chicken, and fries--and everything was really good. I also ordered a Scotch Old Fashioned, and it was made perfectly: smooth, smoky, and exactly how I like it. The service was great, and even though it was lightly raining, we were able to sit right by the outdoor warmers and stay comfortable. Great atmosphere, good drinks, and a relaxed vibe--definitely a spot we'd come back to!

This review is specifically for their forced 20% service fee to eat at their restaurant on…read moreweekends. The food was alright, prices were average for WC, the server never refilled our water but they seemed understaff. She was pleasant otherwise. What a low tactical strategy to throw a 20% fee then have the audacity to leave a few lines for an additional tip. This place won't be open for another year at this rate.

Personal favorite Italian spot in Walnut Creek. It's a great place for pizza and pasta, flavorful…read moreall around. The drinks were absolutely superb and definitely the unexpected highlight of the night. Service was great as well so definitely a place to check out if you're in the mood for Italian. If you're coming on a Friday and the weekends, highly recommend you to make a reservation as spots will fill up. The bar seating is open to walk-in and they do serve the full menu fwiw.

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.