The best restaurants in Davis
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Chick-fil-A
RestaurantsFast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.
Chick-fil-A
RestaurantsClay Oven Grill & Bar
RestaurantsSpacious dining room & lounge with a full bar and a menu of classic Indian bites, plus Thai options.
Clay Oven Grill & Bar
RestaurantsTaqueria Guadalajara
RestaurantsBurritos join tacos, nachos & other classic Mexican bites in an easygoing space.
Taqueria Guadalajara
RestaurantsIn-N-Out Burger
RestaurantsClassic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.
In-N-Out Burger
RestaurantsSegundo Dining Commons
RestaurantsBig dining hall at UC Davis with an expansive menu, including brick-oven pizza & vegan items.
Segundo Dining Commons
RestaurantsBlack Bear Diner Vacaville
RestaurantsEasygoing chain serving familiar all-day comfort food & desserts in a woodsy setting.
Black Bear Diner Vacaville
RestaurantsIn-N-Out Burger
RestaurantsClassic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.
In-N-Out Burger
RestaurantsSilo
RestaurantsStraightforward food court at UC Davis offering typical counter-serve eateries & a coffee bar.
Silo
RestaurantsBuckhorn BBQ + Grill
RestaurantsFamily-friendly chain offering large portions of steaks, sandwiches, burgers & other American fare.
Buckhorn BBQ + Grill
RestaurantsAllora
RestaurantsAllora does modern Italian the way you want it this week, with seasonal, thoughtfully sourced plates and an award winning wine list that…
Allora
RestaurantsSaigon Alley Kitchen + Bar
RestaurantsCraving shareable bites and clever cocktails without leaving Midtown? Saigon Alley Kitchen & Bar channels Vietnam’s an nhau spirit with…
Saigon Alley Kitchen + Bar
RestaurantsPapapavlo's Bistro & Bar | Mediterranean
RestaurantsCraving something beyond the usual takeout? Papapavlo's Bistro & Bar serves up continental comfort with a Mediterranean flair, plus a…
Papapavlo's Bistro & Bar | Mediterranean
RestaurantsMidgley's Public House
RestaurantsTreat yourself this week at Midgley's Public House, where California cuisine means playful bites like asparagus cigars, vegan wings and ahi…
Midgley's Public House
RestaurantsElla Dining Room & Bar
RestaurantsWhen you want a grown-up dinner that still feels fun, Ella Dining Room & Bar nails it with farm-to-fork plates from pristine oysters and…
Ella Dining Room & Bar
RestaurantsXochimilco Café
RestaurantsXochimilco Cafe keeps it classic with super burritos, enchiladas, chimichangas, and menudo that tastes like someone’s abuela is in the…
Xochimilco Café
RestaurantsPrime Pizza CA
RestaurantsPrime Pizza CA in Stockton leans into bold, Indian-meets-Italian flavors with the Chicken Tikka Delight alongside trusty standbys like…
Prime Pizza CA
RestaurantsTequileros Taqueria | Mexican
RestaurantsHere in Roseville, Tequileros Taqueria is your move this week for juicy tacos, crispy-edged quesabirria, and dangerously addictive asada…
Tequileros Taqueria | Mexican
RestaurantsDodici Pizzeria
RestaurantsWhether you crave a classic Margherita with San Marzano brightness or feel adventurous with a Carbonara stacked with guanciale, Dodici…
Dodici Pizzeria
RestaurantsPho Momma
RestaurantsCasual space specializing in pho noodle soups and Vietnamese coffee alongside chicken wings and spring rolls.
Pho Momma
RestaurantsWingstop
RestaurantsCasual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.
Wingstop
RestaurantsThe Wolf
RestaurantsA charming neighborhood brasserie offering French-Californian fare & wine in modern, airy quarters.
The Wolf
RestaurantsThe Shady Lady Saloon
RestaurantsModern speakeasy with a vintage vibe & live music, plus seasonal Southern bites & classic cocktails.
The Shady Lady Saloon
RestaurantsBurgers and Brew
RestaurantsCasual, cozy eatery preparing a range of specialty burgers (beef, chicken and veggie), fries and beer.
Burgers and Brew
RestaurantsRoosters breakfast and mimosas
RestaurantsAll-day hangout for breakfast bites, plus lunch and brunch fare, along with cocktails.
Roosters breakfast and mimosas
RestaurantsBuffalo Wild Wings
RestaurantsChain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.
Buffalo Wild Wings
RestaurantsThe Kitchen @ Stonebrier
RestaurantsClassic fare and a wide-ranging drink menu served in a stylish space with regular live music.
The Kitchen @ Stonebrier
RestaurantsPizzaiolo
RestaurantsContemporary pizzeria earns fans with wood-fired pizzas & seasonal Italian eats in a lively setting.
Pizzaiolo
Restaurantsthe pho
RestaurantsCasual restaurant serving a variety of Vietnamese dishes such as pho and vermicelli, as well as noodles and grilled fare.
the pho
RestaurantsGrange Restaurant & Bar
RestaurantsHigh-end bar & eatery with a lofty feel preparing a farm-to-fork menu & seasonal craft cocktails.
Grange Restaurant & Bar
RestaurantsBeeryland
RestaurantsBustling, dog-friendly beer garden hangout with a variety of grilled eats & a relaxed outdoor patio.
Beeryland
RestaurantsTaste of Tuscany
RestaurantsCasual Italian eatery serving specialty pizzas, pasta & other Italian standards, plus wine & beer.
Taste of Tuscany
RestaurantsLumberjacks Restaurant
RestaurantsCasual eatery with log cabin decor doling out hearty plates of breakfast-to-dinner American food.
Lumberjacks Restaurant
RestaurantsNeil´s Kick N-It Bbq
RestaurantsCasual eatery with a relaxed mood, serving barbecue staples such as ribs and hot links.
Neil´s Kick N-It Bbq
RestaurantsMattone Ristorante
RestaurantsItalian menu served in an understated-posh dining room, known for lasagna and desserts.
Mattone Ristorante
RestaurantsCast Iron Trading Co.
RestaurantsBreakfast, burgers & vegan tacos in a spacious, industrial-chic venue, plus craft beer & coffee.
Cast Iron Trading Co.
RestaurantsGrand Lake Kitchen - Lake Merritt
RestaurantsPopular gourmet deli & market offering unique & locally sourced meals in a small, casual space.
Grand Lake Kitchen - Lake Merritt
RestaurantsK-Town Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
RestaurantsPopular spot featuring an all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ spread and a hot pot bar.
K-Town Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
RestaurantsIl Fornaio Sacramento
RestaurantsUpmarket chain for Italian dining, including freshly made pasta & bread from an in-house bakery.
Il Fornaio Sacramento
RestaurantsOBO' Italian Table & Bar
RestaurantsBustling counter-order venue featuring a gourmet array of pasta, wood-fired pizza & Italian sweets.
OBO' Italian Table & Bar
RestaurantsAlmond and Oak
RestaurantsMarket-fresh California cuisine & cocktails offered in a warm eatery with a cool warehouse vibe .
Almond and Oak
RestaurantsCafe 33
RestaurantsHomey hangout dishing up hot breakfast fare, croissants and pastries, plus gourmet sandwiches and pizza turnovers.
Cafe 33
RestaurantsMoo Moo's Burger Barn
RestaurantsUpbeat, family-owned diner offering specialty burgers along with sandwiches, fries & milkshakes.
Moo Moo's Burger Barn
RestaurantsThe Nook Bistro & Wine Bar
RestaurantsIntimate, dog-friendly wine bar offering small plates and happy hour specials.
The Nook Bistro & Wine Bar
RestaurantsMountain Mike's Pizza
RestaurantsCasual pizza chain featuring traditional pies, gluten-free crust & assorted appetizers.
Mountain Mike's Pizza
RestaurantsPrelude Kitchen & Bar
RestaurantsModern American eatery, specializing in seasonal eats, craft cocktails and an award-winning wine list.
Prelude Kitchen & Bar
RestaurantsEl Burrito Taquería
RestaurantsCasual eatery turning out a variety of tacos, burritos and chips in a clean space with a drive-thru.
El Burrito Taquería
RestaurantsAmerican Waffle Diner
RestaurantsRelaxed brunch spot whipping up burgers, burritos, waffles, and the classic chicken and waffles, plus coffee, beer, and mimosas.
American Waffle Diner
RestaurantsBelotti Ristorante E Bottega
RestaurantsNeighborhood bistro offering elevated Italian cuisine & wines served in a chill space.
Belotti Ristorante E Bottega
RestaurantsOctavio's
RestaurantsCasual eatery, featuring a menu of Mexican comfort eats, along with a full bar for beer and margaritas.
Octavio's
RestaurantsPutah Creek Cafe
RestaurantsFamily-run corner cafe featuring elevated American fare, including wood-fired pizza & breakfast.
Putah Creek Cafe
RestaurantsHANOI - 36 STREETS
RestaurantsNorthern Vietnamese eatery offering pho noodle soup (various types), plus vermicelli bowls, spring rolls and other traditional specialties.
HANOI - 36 STREETS
RestaurantsCalifornia Burrito
RestaurantsCasual restaurant offering a range of Mexican dishes, including a popular California burrito, and drive-thru service.
California Burrito
RestaurantsOrphan
RestaurantsCasual local cafe offering an eclectic menu that integrates Latin flavors and updated old favorites.
Orphan
RestaurantsFire Wings Howe Ave.
RestaurantsCasual eatery dishing up chicken wings in a variety of flavors, plus fries and craft beers.
Fire Wings Howe Ave.
RestaurantsFire Wings
RestaurantsPopular eatery specializing in chicken wings in 20-plus flavors, plus fried garlic noodles.
Fire Wings
RestaurantsRoscoe’s Bar & Burgers
RestaurantsEatery with a full bar and a menu of familiar fare and brunch, plus drag shows and karaoke.
Roscoe’s Bar & Burgers
RestaurantsWingstop
RestaurantsCasual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.
Wingstop
RestaurantsMezzo Ristorante
RestaurantsSeasonal, Italian-inspired New American menus, plus wine & cocktails, in an understated space.
Mezzo Ristorante
RestaurantsTaqueria La Perla Tapatia
RestaurantsCasual eatery, with indoor and patio seating, dishing up tacos, burritos, enchiladas and fajitas plus a salsa bar.
Taqueria La Perla Tapatia
RestaurantsMichael's New York Style Pizza
RestaurantsLong-standing pizza joint serving up large NY-style pies & casual grub in an old-school interior.
Michael's New York Style Pizza
RestaurantsA+ Burger
RestaurantsModest counter-serve featuring burgers, salads & sandwiches, plus vegan options & outdoor seating.
A+ Burger
RestaurantsSmashburger
RestaurantsCounter-serve chain featuring signature smashed burgers, plus sides & shakes.
Smashburger
RestaurantsJayna Gyro
RestaurantsRelaxed Mediterranean eatery featuring grilled gyros and bowls as well as salads and burgers.
Jayna Gyro
RestaurantsWingstop
RestaurantsCasual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.
Wingstop
RestaurantsWillie's Burgers
RestaurantsCasual late-night burger joint featuring fried zucchini and cheeseburgers, plus other classic dishes, milkshakes and fries.
Willie's Burgers
RestaurantsItalian Colors Restaurant
RestaurantsLong-standing osteria serves up classic Italian comfort eats in a homey, family-friendly atmosphere.
Italian Colors Restaurant
RestaurantsMAMA Oakland
RestaurantsA modern, welcoming nook serving seasonally minded, three-course Italian dinners & thoughtful wines.
MAMA Oakland
RestaurantsHook and Ladder Manufacturing Company
RestaurantsNew American comfort food, local beers & house cocktails in an industrial-chic space with a patio.
Hook and Ladder Manufacturing Company
RestaurantsIslander’s Lounge
RestaurantsRelaxed bar serving cocktails and Hawaiian grub, often with live music or a DJ.
Islander’s Lounge
RestaurantsIHOP
RestaurantsLong-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.
IHOP
RestaurantsDe Vega Brothers
RestaurantsCasually elegant Italian restaurant featuring traditional dishes, a bar & some patio seating.
De Vega Brothers
RestaurantsPancake Circus
RestaurantsCircus-themed diner serving traditional American breakfasts, plus sandwiches, burgers & other mains.
Pancake Circus
RestaurantsThe Porch Restaurant & Bar
RestaurantsThis relaxed eatery serves familiar Southern classics that feature locally-sourced ingredients.
The Porch Restaurant & Bar
RestaurantsOtoro Midtown
RestaurantsSushi & Japanese menu items with sushi bar seating & casual interiors with bright yellow chairs.
Otoro Midtown
RestaurantsFire Wings
RestaurantsChain specializing in chicken wings and sauces, plus burgers, fries, and beer.
Fire Wings
RestaurantsWorld Famous HOTBOYS Chicken
RestaurantsFried chicken with different spice levels, plus sides, beer, and cider, served in an informal setting.
World Famous HOTBOYS Chicken
RestaurantsEverett & Jones Barbeque - MacArthur
RestaurantsCasual and trendy place dishing up a range of brisket, ribs and mac 'n' cheese, plus other familiar dishes.
Everett & Jones Barbeque - MacArthur
RestaurantsAngelina's Spaghetti House
RestaurantsLongtime Italian eatery offering old-school fare in a relaxed setup with a bar & an adjoining deli.
Angelina's Spaghetti House
RestaurantsTower Cafe
RestaurantsQuirky cafe serving an eclectic array of grub, from classic breakfasts to Asian and Spanish mains.
Tower Cafe
RestaurantsThe Cook and Her Farmer
RestaurantsCozy, welcoming spot for Californian cuisine & wine with a seasonal & local emphasis.
The Cook and Her Farmer
RestaurantsSuzie Burger
RestaurantsBright counter-serve restaurant offering burgers, shakes, hot dogs & beer in a throwback setting.
Suzie Burger
RestaurantsMikuni
RestaurantsLocal Japanese chain serving sushi, small plates & hot entrees in a stylish space.
Mikuni
RestaurantsHorn Barbecue
RestaurantsStreamlined counter-service barbecue eatery specializing in brisket, pulled pork & sides.
Horn Barbecue
RestaurantsMarket Tavern
RestaurantsContemporary haunt with thoughtfully sourced New American entrees & an attached grocery store.
Market Tavern
RestaurantsCafeteria 15L
RestaurantsStylish, contemporary spot offering American fare, old-timey desserts & upmarket cocktails.
Cafeteria 15L
RestaurantsCafé Dantorels
RestaurantsLocal counter-serve chain featuring sweet & savory crepes, plus sandwiches, pasta & omelettes.
Café Dantorels
RestaurantsBJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
RestaurantsFamily-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
RestaurantsTaqueria Roberto Jr
RestaurantsCasual, kid-friendly eatery serving authentic Mexican staples such as tacos, burritos, and tortas.
Taqueria Roberto Jr
RestaurantsBar César
RestaurantsOutdoor seating is a popular option at this restaurant & bar with Spanish-inspired fare like tapas.
Bar César
RestaurantsFixins Soul Kitchen
RestaurantsCasual restaurant with a menu featuring comfort food staples such as fried chicken, gumbo & grits.
Fixins Soul Kitchen
RestaurantsHabit Burger & Grill
RestaurantsCharbroiled burgers star at this fast-food chain also offering deli-type sandwiches, salads & fries.
Habit Burger & Grill
RestaurantsPho Bac Hoa Viet
RestaurantsFamily-owned restaurant serving pho & other Vietnamese staples in a casual space with large windows.
Pho Bac Hoa Viet
RestaurantsThe Lake Chalet Seafood Bar & Grill
RestaurantsBasic seafood, cocktails & Lake Merritt views are found at this renovated boathouse with a patio.
The Lake Chalet Seafood Bar & Grill
RestaurantsBellanico Restaurant and Wine Bar
RestaurantsHousemade pasta, tasting menus & wine flights are offered at this smart Italian trattoria.
Bellanico Restaurant and Wine Bar
RestaurantsCenter Stage BBQ
RestaurantsCasual joint serving comfort food, such as ribs, cornbread, and potato salad.
Center Stage BBQ
RestaurantsHOT BUNZ
RestaurantsCasual burger outlet offering smash-style patties, sliders, fries and sauces.
HOT BUNZ
RestaurantsChain restaurant for chicken and lamb souvlaki and gyros, feta fries and baklava ice cream.
Honey and The Trapcat
RestaurantsRelaxed eatery and bar specializing in burgers and beers, plus unique cocktails.
Honey and The Trapcat
RestaurantsWorld Famous HOTBOYS Chicken
RestaurantsFried chicken with five levels of spice, plus American sides & beers, served in retro-cool environs.
World Famous HOTBOYS Chicken
RestaurantsSmoke & Meat BBQ
RestaurantsTexas-style BBQ brisket and sausage joint, with sides such as potato salad and banana pudding.
Smoke & Meat BBQ
RestaurantsThe Morning Fork
RestaurantsLocal mom-&-pop operation dispensing elevated comfort food classics for breakfast & lunch.
The Morning Fork
RestaurantsPopoca Oakland
RestaurantsStylish restaurant in Old Oakland presenting progressive Salvadoran cuisine and craft cocktails.
Popoca Oakland
RestaurantsPho Viet Anh | Butterfield Plaza
RestaurantsVietnamese eatery featuring traditional cooking as well as vegan banh mi sandwiches and pho noodle soup.
Pho Viet Anh | Butterfield Plaza
RestaurantsCamden Spit & Larder
RestaurantsSwanky stop for British-inspired spit-roasted meats & farm fare, plus wine & small batch spirits.
Camden Spit & Larder
RestaurantsBarcote Ethiopian Restaurant
RestaurantsTraditional Ethiopian entrees & honey wines in snug, simple environs with outdoor seating.
Barcote Ethiopian Restaurant
RestaurantsJoe's Crab Shack
RestaurantsInformal seafood chain serving crab buckets & stuffed shrimp, plus American comfort dishes.
Joe's Crab Shack
RestaurantsGK Mongolian BBQ
RestaurantsAll-you-can-eat Chinese fare including Mongolian barbecue dishes served in a casual setting.
GK Mongolian BBQ
RestaurantsFire Wings
RestaurantsRelaxed eatery specializing in chicken wings with various sauces and seasonings.
Fire Wings
RestaurantsLa Trattoria Bohemia
RestaurantsCasual, eclectic establishment offering pizza & other Italian & Czech classics, plus imported beers.
La Trattoria Bohemia
RestaurantsEverett & Jones Barbeque - Broadway
RestaurantsBarbecue outpost dishing up hearty plates of sauced-up meats & Southern sides in down-to-earth digs.
Everett & Jones Barbeque - Broadway
RestaurantsWahpepah’s Kitchen
RestaurantsCozy, family-friendly kitchen providing Native American cuisine with many gluten-free options, plus craft beers and wine.
Wahpepah’s Kitchen
RestaurantsHeirloom Kitchen
RestaurantsBreakfast-and-lunch spot (part of Lincoln Center Shopping Center) serving classic dishes, coffee, and burgers.
Heirloom Kitchen
RestaurantsMorgan's On Main
RestaurantsWarm, brick-lined venue offering New American cuisine plus beer & wine in casual environs.
Morgan's On Main
RestaurantsTodo Un Poco
RestaurantsAdorned with colorful murals, this offbeat, casual bar & eatery offers Mexican & Italian classics.
Todo Un Poco
RestaurantsWingstop
RestaurantsCasual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.
Wingstop
RestaurantsDelta Bistro & Lounge
RestaurantsLow-key hotel bistro & lounge serving American breakfast, lunch & dinner, plus cocktails.
Delta Bistro & Lounge
RestaurantsBombera
RestaurantsRelaxed restaurant with a patio dishing Mexican specialties that include vegetarian options.
Bombera
RestaurantsParche
RestaurantsLively, eclectic eatery and bar whipping up globally influenced Colombian fare, plus cocktails, sangria and wine.
Parche
RestaurantsThe Waterloo Restaurant
RestaurantsLong-running destination for traditional American & Italian fare amid convivial surrounds.
The Waterloo Restaurant
RestaurantsMountain Mike's Pizza
RestaurantsCasual pizza chain featuring traditional pies, gluten-free crust & assorted appetizers.
Mountain Mike's Pizza
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