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Publication Date: Friday, October 22, 2004

Dining Out Dining Out (October 22, 2004)

American

Chicago's Metropolitan Deli Chicago's Metropolitan Deli (October 22, 2004)

6003 W. Las Positas Blvd. & Hopyard, Pleasanton, (925) 462-1678. A new Rockin' Restaurant that features: Italian Beef, Chi-Dogs, Gyros, and more. We have over 50 menu items that are hot, juicy, fun and flavorful. Recently remodeled to create a festive atmosphere with a new bar, beers on tap and three sport TVs. We are family friendly with a nice Kids Menu, soft serve ice cream, shakes and sundaes. Come check out the flavors of Chicago right in Pleasanton's back yard!

First Street CafŽ First Street CafŽ (October 22, 2004)

4337 First St., Pleasanton, (925) 846-5210. A little bit of San Francisco brought to Pleasanton. Chosen by Bay Area Backroads as "A Great Place To Dine." Family-owned since 1990. Breakfast is hearty omelets, homemade French toast, eggs benedict, etc. Average plate cost $5-$8. Lunch is delicious sandwiches w/soup or salad, crisp salads w/soup and bread, fresh pastas w/soup and salad, etc.; cost is $8-$12. Dinner is steak, seafood, lamb, homemade desserts, etc.; cost is $15-18. We also serve Atkins and vegetarian-friendly meals. Featuring new summer menu including Dungeness crab melt.

Jim's Country Style Restaurant Jim's Country Style Restaurant (October 22, 2004)

5400 Sunol Blvd., next to Raley's, Pleasanton, (925) 426-7019. Loved by locals and famous for its ranch-style omelets and large portions, Jim's serves up the country-style fixings from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. So if you're in the mood for chicken-fried steak, an omelet, a stack of pancakes, a deluxe sandwich or just a good old-fashioned burger, you won't be disappointed. Jim's friendly staff invites you to drop in and say, "Howdy!"

Pleasanton Hotel Pleasanton Hotel (October 22, 2004)

855 Main St., Pleasanton, (925) 846-8106. This restored Victorian "hotel" combines the ambiance of the past with the exciting contemporary cooking of Chef Neil Marquis. Also offering Mystery Dinner Theater and Winemaker Dinners, live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, some Sundays. Open for lunch, dinner and Sunday Champagne Buffet Brunch, patio dining, banquets and weddings to 200.

Red Smoke Grill Red Smoke Grill (October 22, 2004)

4501 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, (925) 734-0307. The place to go for great tri-tip, rotisserie chicken and baby back ribs. The wonderful staff serves up sandwiches, salads and family dinner meals. So come by for a glass of wine and a great meal. Crossroads Shopping Center on Hopyard just one block south of Stoneridge.

Swensen's Swensen's (October 22, 2004)

1991-A Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton, (925) 426-1266. Swensen's Ice Cream has called the Bay Area its home since 1948. Known for its delicious ice cream, smoothies, burgers, sandwiches, pho beef noodle soup and BBQ chicken, beef and pork over rice. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Closed Monday.

Vic's All Star Kitchen Vic's All Star Kitchen (October 22, 2004)

201 Main St., Pleasanton, (925) 484-0789. Located in the heart of downtown Pleasanton on Main Street, Vic's delivers a starry mix of American food, fast service and a bustling, cheery atmosphere. Owner Vic Malatesta has teamed his love of sports with his passion for good food to create a solid dining experience with a local sports theme. Open daily 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Evening banquets/daytime catering.
Asian Island

Bamboo Island Restaurant and Bar Bamboo Island Restaurant and Bar (October 22, 2004)

4889 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, (925) 469-6266. All new restaurant serving the area's finest Pacific Rim and Asian Island inspired cuisine. Fresh fish flown in from Hawaii, as well as house-smoked meats and poultry. Delightful bamboo bar and dining room transport guests to the tropics, where they can enjoy fresh-squeezed Mai Tai's and Lava Flows. Live music and Luau Menu every Sunday. "Island time" happy hour 4-7 p.m. daily. Open for lunch 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday; dinner from 5 p.m., seven days a week.
Bakeries

The Blue Cupcake Bakery & CafŽ The Blue Cupcake Bakery & CafŽ (October 22, 2004)

7083 Village Parkway just north of Dublin Boulevard, Dublin, (925) 556-4380. Come experience the personal friendly service where all bakery items are handmade from scratch. Special occasion cakes include children's character and photo cakes, cookies, cupcakes, coffee and espresso. Sandy (owner) offers Kreative Kid's Klasses. Call for details. Open 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Brewpub/alehouse

Main St. Brewery Main St. Brewery (October 22, 2004)

830 Main St., Pleasanton, (925) 462-8218. Enjoy freshly brewed ales and a large selection of sandwiches and salads. Four TVs with sports all day and evening. Live music every Friday and Saturday until midnight. Visit our web site for more info at: www.mainstbrewery.com

The Hop Yard American Alehouse and Grill The Hop Yard American Alehouse and Grill (October 22, 2004)

3015H Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, (925) 426-9600. Voted Best Watering Hole in Pleasanton, the Hop Yard offers 30 beers on tap and a variety of great food, everything from finger food to full blown meals. Ask about new banquet menu.
Chinese

Chinese Szechuan Chinese Szechuan (October 22, 2004)

3059 Hopyard Road #G, Pleasanton, (925) 846-5251. Pleasanton's best-loved Chinese restaurant. Family owned and run since 1987. Friendly service, delicious food, great prices. Lunch specials from only $5.25.
Continental

Barone's Barone's (October 22, 2004)

475 St. John St., Pleasanton, (925) 426-0987. Pleasanton's most romantic continental cuisine restaurant. Innovative pasta, seafood and meat entrees. Outdoor dining. Open for dinner seven nights, lunch Monday-Friday. Live music Friday and Saturday evenings. Full bar. Banquet facilities, rehearsal dinners, special events.
Indian

Janta Indian Restaurant Janta Indian Restaurant (October 22, 2004)

5100 Hopyard, Pleasanton, (925) 463-8773. Janta has had its grand opening and is now open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week. With a seating capacity for more than 200 and a banquet hall, Janta is ideal for receptions and parties. Janta serves food from the Northern part of India with a focus on tandooris, biryanis and curries, and a good selection of breads.

Sansar Sansar (October 22, 2004)

824 Main St., Pleasanton, (925) 600-0202. Popular Livermore restaurant has opened a second location in downtown Pleasanton, presenting delicious North Indian food, seasoned to your taste: mild, medium or hot. Fresh menu daily. Parking in rear. Patio dining. Open for lunch 11 a.m-2:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Dinner seven days a week, 5-10 p.m.
Italian

Fontina Ristorante Fontina Ristorante (October 22, 2004)

349 Main St., Pleasanton, (925) 462-9299. This popular downtown restaurant gets rave reviews from both locals and visitors. Offering a changing, seasonal menu and daily specials, including homemade soups, pastas, seafood, chicken and veal served in a comfortably elegant atmosphere. Indoor or outdoor seating. Saturday and Sunday champagne brunch.

Frankie, Johnnie & Luigi Too! Frankie, Johnnie & Luigi Too! (October 22, 2004)

11891 Dublin Blvd., Dublin, (925) 828-9380. Lively chatter and the aroma of garlic are the first things you notice in this warm and friendly classically "Italian" restaurant, complete with red checked tablecloths. It has an open kitchen where patrons can watch the cooks "hand toss" the dough for this pizza mecca of the Tri-Valley. It is perfect for romantic couples as well as the entire family, and the authentic Southern Italian cooking includes traditional dishes such as Veal Scaloppini and Lasagna as well as Lamb Osso Bucco and Scampi.

Garlic di Pasta Garlic di Pasta (October 22, 2004)

3037-G Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, (925) 485-4500. Rated "A" by the Contra Costa Times restaurant critic. Voted the best Italian restaurant in the year 2000 by the readers of the Tri-Valley Herald. Located off the beaten path of downtown Pleasanton in the Hopyard Village Shopping Center.

Pastas Trattoria Pastas Trattoria (October 22, 2004)

405 Main St., Pleasanton, (925) 417-2222. Join us at Pleasanton's most loved downtown Italian Restaurant. Our elegant atmosphere complemented by our one-of-a-kind menu items will offer a little something for everyone. We feature great steaks, seafood and our famous pasta dishes. Our full-service bar offers a superb selection of spirits and fine wines, and the sounds of live music will jazz up your Friday and Saturday evenings. We have banquet facilities available with wireless Internet for large parties, up to 70 guests. The place to meet your friends!

Vinny's 2 Go Vinny's 2 Go (October 22, 2004)

4001-S Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton, (925) 463-0280. Vinny's 2 Go is the Rose Pavilion's newest authentic Italian restaurant. Lunchtime favorites include New York pizza slices, meatball sandwiches and the popular Mona Lisa panini. Savory Meals 2 Go and killer Tiramisu are available for fast pick up. Order your party trays for special occasions and office luncheons. Visit Vinny's 2 Go for quality, freshness and great taste!
Japanese

Lindo Japanese Sushi Bar & Grill Lindo Japanese Sushi Bar & Grill (October 22, 2004)

4233-9 Rosewood Drive, next to Longs Drug store in the Rose Pavilion off Santa Rita and I-580, Pleasanton, (925) 847-3044. Chef June Osanai has more than 20 years of experience as a sushi chef in both Japan and the Bay Area. Chef June is serving sushi, tempura, teriyaki and specialty dishes of fresh top quality ingredients for both lunch and dinner seven days a week (dinner only on Sundays).

Sato Sato (October 22, 2004)

3015-K Hopyard Road, Hopyard Village Shopping Center, Pleasanton, (925) 462-3131. Locally owned and operated for 18 years with authentic Japanese cuisine by Makoto Sato. Serving a large selection of sushi with a variety of fresh seafood. Also serving tempura and teriyaki dishes. Open for lunch 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; dinner, 5-9:30 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday (Friday-Saturday until 10 p.m.). Closed Monday.
Mediterranean

Faz Restaurant & Bar Faz Restaurant & Bar (October 22, 2004)

5121 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, (925) 460 0444. Open seven days a week, Faz is a business lunch favorite and was voted "Best Happy Hour" by the Tri-Valley Herald. Live music, a complimentary appetizer buffet and patio dining sets the mood for a delicious Mediterranean dinner menu by Chef Faz. Pizza from the wood burning oven, salads and luscious pasta of all descriptions round out the menu. Faz has a wonderful Sunday brunch and a full catering service.
Pizza

Gay Nineties Pizza Co. Gay Nineties Pizza Co. (October 22, 2004)

288 Main St., Pleasanton, (925) 846-2520. Family oriented with an extensive menu. Renowned pizza, Italian dishes, salads and sandwiches. Patio dining. Antique games for the kids. Groups, take out, call-ahead lunch orders. Wine, beer, open seven days a week, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Wine Bars

Winecentives Winecentives (October 22, 2004)

6040 Dougherty Road, Dublin, (925) 829-3222. Just three blocks north of Hopyard/Dougherty off Interstate 580, this people-friendly retail wine shop has expanded its selection, added a full-time wine bar and a private event room. They offer wine tasting at the wine bar in addition to wine tasting events in their event room or at your location. Call to book your next wine party.

The Wine Steward The Wine Steward (October 22, 2004)

641 Main St., Pleasanton, (925) 600-WINE (600-9463). In historic Downtown Pleasanton is a full service wine shop with the largest selection and the most competitive prices in the East Bay area. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff can help you select a single bottle or perfectly pair wines for your next dinner party. Our Wine Bar is open Thursday through Saturday with a new theme every week - check our Web site, www.thewinesteward.com, for details.

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