Location: Orinda
Top Restaurants in Orinda
Orinda Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Orinda
Orinda is a city in Contra Costa County, California, United States. The population was 17,643 at the 2010 census, and was estimated in 2012 to have increased to 18,342. Orinda was ranked the second most friendly town in America by Forbes. The city is located just east of the city of Berkeley and is home to many affluent suburban professionals who commute to downtown Oakland, San Francisco, and Walnut Creek. Its location provides for a more rustic landscape, and Orinda's many parks and trails make it a destination for many Bay Area hikers and naturalists.
Things to do in Orinda
1. Village Inn Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By Rovetti - Orinda, California
We have been going to the Village Inn Cafe for years. The service is great and the food hearty and tasty. It's like getting home cooking without turning on the stove. The portions are really large. The milkshakes are excellent!
2. La Farine Bakery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 206 reviews
Reviewed By Ro B
Everything here is of the highest quality but the piece de resistance is the fresh fruit tarts. Fresh ingredients and a nice flaky crust - hard to beat and a must have. If you’re enjoying a treat just for yourself, go for the smaller tartlets which will give you a taste of what I’m talking about.
3. Postino
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 246 reviews
Reviewed By Christine D - Lafayette, California
The menu is limited but whatever you choose will be delicious! Our group tried several entrees and everyone was very pleased. They accommodated a group of 12 easily with excellent service. The tile floors make the rooms a little noisy. The cost of drinks drove up the bill quickly.
4. Cheeseboard Pizza
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 676 reviews
Reviewed By dwisland - Saint Louis, Missouri
Cheeseboard is a happening. Music changes daily as does the pizza. No choosing toppings, no delivery, no worries. What fresh and organic combination of cheeses and veggies they choose is always amazing. Our latest visit offered butternut squash on the pizza, the visits before than had peaches. Don't let the daily toppings or the huge line deter you - this is verifiably one of the most popular pizza places in America. And, always ask for a side of Green Sauce ($4 and worth x
5. Zachary's Chicago Pizza
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 587 reviews
Reviewed By Genevieve D
I have been coming to Zachary’s for years and never tire of the food. We always order the deep dish stuffed pizzas because they are as delicious as you can imagine. They take about 35 minutes to cook so if you have time to sit and chat with friends then this is a great place to spend a couple of hours. If you are more strapped for time, you can preorder ahead. Zachary’s is employee owned and have a few restaurants in the East Bay.
6. Peets Coffee & Tea
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By SMR_2 - Reading, Massachusetts
Much like other Peet's this is a nice alternative to SBUX.
Conveniently located near a train station (BART?) - with ample street parking. Service was good and I had to wait for a table only for a few minutes.
Staff was friendly and quick - my latte tasted great and it was a good place to have a quick, quiet business meeting.
7. Shelby's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 57 reviews
Reviewed By travelwithpam - Pleasant Hill, California
Great location, close to parking, shops, theatre and always great food & service. Wide range menu. Also can sit outside in Theatre Square
8. Loard's Ice Cream and Candies
Overall Ratings
5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By Kesslane - Orinda, California
This is a great tradition, with delicious ice cream. More of an "old fashioned" ice cream shoppe so the kids love it.
9. Wood Tavern
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 387 reviews
Reviewed By Thomas T - Burlingame, California
We had called several days in advance to make a reservation for 6 persons, and the manager suggested 8:15, which we accepted. Unfortunately, we had to wait 20-25 min after 8:15 to get to a table. It was busy, and the occupants of the table designated for us stayed. Be prepared to wait, even with a reservation
The waitress was friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. I had the sausage/bean soup as a starter and the pork chop, which strangely came in a sauce containing most of the ingredients in the soup.The soup was quite good, but I would have liked a different sauce with the pork chop. My pork chop was tender and juicy, but 2 at out table and the adjacent table said that theirs were somewhat fatty.
As the evening wore on, the fan and air flow directed cold air toward the table. We asked if the cool air could be reduced, but it did not happen. We all had to put on our coats. Avoid the round table in the back corner for dinner, unless it is a warm evening.
10. Starbucks
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By hube99 - California
A favorite with the teens and twenty somethings in my family, the Orinda Starbucks staff is especially knowledgeable and friendly to seniors as well. I feel welcomed! Of course, wherever i travel, even in China, I head for Starbucks for the wi-fi and the coffee.
