Best Lunch Restaurants in Walnut Creek

A very enjoyable special occasion dining experience. The chef really knows his stuff. Portions were a perfect size. Flavors and textures were superb. We will go back again and again.

From the moment we walked into Elia, we knew we were in for a treat. The atmosphere is absolutely stunning—think glowing blue lights, natural decor, and walls adorned with beautifully spaced art pieces that felt like a gallery. Sitting across from my wife, I couldn’t have asked for a better view. The service was equally impressive. We were warmly greeted at the door and invited to enjoy a drink at the bar while waiting for our table amidst a lively crowd. Our server, Lilia, was outstanding. Despite being busy, she made sure we were well taken care of and never felt overlooked. Now, the food—wow. We started with the octopus, followed by the filet mignon and lobster paella. Each dish was cooked to perfection. The paella was packed with rich flavors and seafood, and the lobster tail was perfectly done. The filet mignon? Easily one of the best steaks I’ve had in Walnut Creek, perfectly seasoned and tender. To finish, we indulged in the chocolate cake, which was nothing short of spectacular—the best I’ve ever had. Elia gave us an amazing night filled with exceptional food, ambiance, and service. We’ll absolutely be back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a top-notch dining experience. Thank you, Elia, for making our evening unforgettable!

Food was great. There is some ambiance was so nice - not loud but warm and inviting.

We love Fleming's and had a good experience but the food was a little lacking this time. First our bread was really really hard. Our calamari was delicious, I got a filet mingon and my husband a rib eye. My husband specifically asked if the cap was still on the steak and was told yes but it wasn't. We got the Fleming potatoes which we love but they were almost reheated instead of freshly cooked last night which wasn't a great taste or look. We did get the lobster Mac n cheese, I recommend everyone have it so good!

I absolutely loved the rooftop. What impressed me was a minimal menu. We had a large group and all the food was worth the value. Not cheap, so the execution of each dish was outstanding. Highly recommend !