Best Fun Restaurants in Albany

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodJapaneseChinese

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East BaySan Francisco

Areas

AlamedaAlbanyChinatownDowntown / Union SquareFinancial District / EmbarcaderoMarina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for fine wines

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All dining options

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

14 restaurants available nearby

1. A16 Rockridge

4.5

Awesome(2378)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Oakland

Booked 18 times today

A16 is an upscale casual restaurant with a focus on Southern Italian food and wines. The restaurant features wood oven-fired Neapolitan Pizza and other specialties of Campania.Take out and Delivery available at A16pizza.com from 5:00pm-9:00pm.Closed on Mondays. For information about reserving the Private Dining Room please call the restaurant at 510.768.8003

2. Sky Music KTV

4.8

Exceptional(2)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Albany

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3. Four Kings

4.7

Exceptional(151)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Chinatown

Booked 21 times today

## Four Kings: A Nostalgic Journey Through Cantonese Cuisine Step into Four Kings and be transported to a vibrant world of nostalgia and flavor. This San Francisco gem, helmed by chefs Franky Ho and Mike Long, serves up a modern take on Cantonese cuisine, infused with the chefs' personal memories and a playful spirit. The atmosphere is electric, with 90s Cantopop tunes filling the air and retro Hong Kong memorabilia adorning the walls. The open kitchen allows you to witness the culinary artistry firsthand, as chefs prepare dishes like the signature **fried squab** and the innovative **mapo spaghetti**. The menu is a celebration of bold flavors and unexpected combinations. Start with the **XO escargot with milk bread**, a decadent treat that will leave you wanting more. For a taste of tradition, try the **Hong Kong black peppered steak**, cooked to perfection and bursting with savory notes. Vegetarians will delight in the **garlic pea shoots**, a simple yet flavorful dish that showcases the freshest ingredients. Four Kings is more than just a restaurant; it's an experience. It's a place to gather with friends, share delicious food, and reminisce about the golden age of Hong Kong cinema. So come hungry, come curious,

4. Marzano

4.8

Exceptional(1058)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Oakland

Booked 17 times today

Marzano is a fun spot because it's like a slice of Italy in Oakland. The food, especially the wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, is consistently delicious and seasonal. The service is warm and attentive. The atmosphere is joyous, with families dining together. Plus, the staff is always nice and goes the extra mile, like providing crayons for tiny guests!

5. Corzetti

4.4

Awesome(383)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 16 times today

Step off the bustling streets of Union Square and into a glamorous, coastal Italian getaway. Corzetti is a Ligurian restaurant and bar that evokes summers spent on the Italian Riviera where life moves at a slower pace, and seaside restaurants serve up menus influenced by the day’s catch and peak-season produce from the region.Chef Tali Missirlian's focus on fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and handmade pasta reflects our commitment to sustainability and quality. You'll find fresh seafood-forward dishes on our menu including pizza, pasta and more, which pair perfectly with creative cocktails from our bar and an extensive list of Italian wines. Come in for lunch, happy hour, or a quick dinner before a show. Host birthday parties and get togethers in our private dining room. From our cozy and intimate atmosphere to our knowledgeable and attentive service, Corzetti invites you to savor the essence of Liguria's relaxed seaside culture in the heart of the city.

6. Fiorella Polk

4.7

Exceptional(522)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Russian Hill

Booked 25 times today

Your new favorite Italian! Fiorella is a neighborhood Italian restaurant in the heart of Russian Hill. We serve wood fired pizza, pasta, antipasti & Italian vino in a casual neighborhood setting.

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7. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - San Francisco, CA | South of Market (SoMa)

4.5

Awesome(294)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • SOMA

Booked 21 times today

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other! Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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8. Zingari Ristorante + Jazz Bar

4.0

Excellent(2689)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 2 times today

Zingari Ristorante is a fun spot for Italian cuisine in downtown San Francisco. It's praised for its delicious food, cozy setting, and lively ambiance. Reviews mention 'great service', 'amazing food', and 'live music' as highlights. One reviewer even noted 'we ended our evening with delicious desserts (bread pudding and tiramisu) and latte. The server was amazing'. It's a place where you can unwind, enjoy good food and drinks, and maybe even catch a live performance.

9. Montesacro Marina

4.5

Awesome(201)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 4 times today

Located in the San Francisco’s energetic Marina district, Montesacro introduces Pinsa and pays homage to Roman culinary traditions.The spirit of conviviality is the core of Montesacro. Our menu is focused on Roman culinary traditions and seasonality. We source local purveyors and sustainable ingredients.

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10. Forbidden Island Tiki Lounge

4.9

Exceptional(426)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Alameda

Booked 10 times today

AboutForbidden Island Tiki Lounge is a tropical vacation spot right in the middle of your hometown! Serving award-winning, world famous classic and exotic cocktails along with many original recipes, along with some tasty snacks, Forbidden Island is a retro-oasis in the desert of your busy modern day! Now open indoors (seated capacity only) as well as outdoors in our Tiki Garden/ Patio, 7 days a week. * Please note that all reservations are limited to 90 minutes for groups of 1-3 and 2 hours for groups of 4-8.

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Margaret
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Delicious food, great service, fun vibe. Looking forward to going back.
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Four KingsPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Chinatown
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4.7
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Christina
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Go for the pizza! We went for Valentine's Day and had such a lovely time! Forever we ordered a $45 lobster pasta cacherri. It had 10 tube's of pasta and maybe 2 ounces of lobster. It was pretty Blanc and quite frankly, a rip off. It was also the only bad thing we had so we were still pretty pleased.
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A16 RockridgePrice: Expensive• Italian• Oakland
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4.5
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Leon
Tahoe / Reno Area •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Everything we ordered (Lattuga salad, Polpetti, Vessalico Pizza) was fresh and delicious. Our second visit here, and we will be back.
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CorzettiPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown / Union Square
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4.4
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NancyVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
As usual Marzano's is a comfy, neighbor restaurant to go. We had an excellent time, the food came out quickly and because it was so good we ate much faster than planned. We actually didn't feel rushed, so if you are looking for a great neighborhood restaurant this is the one to visit.
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MarzanoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Oakland
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on 31 Dec 2023
enjoyed my birthday here thank you! will be coming back
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Sky Music KTVPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Albany
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4.8

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