Danville

Tides is a genuinely good neighborhood wine destination — not a destination you'd fly in for, but absolutely one you'd drive across the East Bay for. If you love California wine and great seafood, this list was built for you.

Forbes Mill is a dependable, California-centric steakhouse list that plays to its crowd without much adventure — Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence is well-earned for execution, even if the spirit is more comfort than discovery. Send your Cab-loving friends here without hesitation; send your natural wine friends somewhere else.