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One of the great hot spots near Lake Merritt is a Penrose Restaurant, located at 3311 Grand Ave., across the street from the Grand Lake Theater. This middle Eastern /California cuisine food delight features many unusual dishes, all prepared with a true gourmet flavor. I have eaten there twice with week - definitely a high five on this one! For more information, email Sheila at ssabine@grubbco.com

L'Ardoise French Bistro  (151 Noe St.San Francisco)  - the perfect place for a rainy night, holding hands with your loved one and sipping champagne. Chef Clement began his studies at age 15 in the French Alps with further studies in the Pyrenees, Bordeaux, and Paris. You will be delighted with the food, service and ambiance - the next best alternative to being in France. For more posts on the Bay Area  food  scene.

Homestead - one of my favorite East Bay Restaurant. I continue to give five out of five stars – Sabine rating - to Homestead Restaurant at 4029 Piedmont Avenue. This exceptionally fine restaurant offers high-quality seasoned food – an exhibition kitchen including a wood-fired hearth, home-made butter and farm to table ingredients .The owners, Fred and Elizabeth Sassen, are seasoned and highly trained young chefs. They love what they do and their delicious menu is consistently creative and satisfying. For more posts on the Bay Area food scene.

Do you want  to dine by the water, watch the sunset and stay in the East Bay? Try Hs Lordships . This landmark restaurant situated at the Berkeley Marina has been a popular spot among the locals for years. Their Sunday brunch is fantastic!

If you want to go to a great movie theater 10 minutes from the East Bay-- a hop,skip and a jump through the tunnel... try the Orinda Movie Theater .  This adorable Art Deco theater has been completely restored to it's original grandeur. And if you want a delicious meal before the movie, try Siam Orchid  - quiet, wonderful, and moderately priced Thai food. 

How can you go wrong with the motto: "we are very proud to feed you good food." Summer-Summer Thai Eatery  located at 5885 Hollis St. Emeryville. It looks kind of dark from the street but upon entering you are greeted by a very cozy and comfortable interior with wonderful food and drinks.  I stumbled upon this delightful place with a good friend after a long Sunday open house and was delighted with the whole package. 

Chop Ba r is a Jack London Square Eatery located at 247 4th St. of Uptown Oakland.  The name comes from West Africa and means a roadside bar/restaurant that also serves as a gathering place for the community. Situated in the heart of businesses, condos and chic urban live/work spaces, this trendy restaurant has an air of relaxation and fun.  Visit  GlassSabine.com Contact Team Glass Sabine at  ssabine @grubbco.com 

Just Around The Corner   A16 - a16rockridge.com.com 5356 College Avenue McNally Irish Pub - 510.655.3929 5352 College Avenue Hudson Bay Cafe - 510.658.0214 5401 College Avenue Bittersweet Chocolate Cafe - bittersweetcafe.com 5427 College Avenue Soi Four Restaurant- soifour.com 5421 College Avenue A Cote Restaurant - acoterestaurant.com 5478 College Avenue Enoteca Molinari - enoteca-molinari.com 5474 College Avenue Sukho Thai Restaurant - 510.420.8600 5498 College Avenue Uzen Restaurant - 510.654.7753 5415 College Avenue Oliveto Cafe - oliveto.com 5656 College Avenue For a complete guide visit www.rockridgedistrict.com Prepared by: Sheila Sabine & Judith Glass 510.326.5055 ssabine@grubbco.com jglass@grubbco.com    

After a gondola ride or leisurely walk around Lake Merritt, you might enjoy one of the many restaurants located in the Bellevue Staten neighborhood. Boot and Shoe Service Penrose Side Bar Kitchen 388 Room 389 True Burger Lake Chalet Pican Ozumo Plum Mua Lukas Taproom Prepared by: Sheila Sabine 510.326.5055 ssabine@grubbco.com