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Home of Chicken and Waffles
The classic fried chicken is savory, moist, and totally satisfying: We liked the wings the best. The waffles are even better—flavorful and light but substantial enough to hold up to the chicken. We loved the rich, brothy flavor of the collard greens. Night owl alert: It’s open until 4 a.m. on weekends. 1653 Mt. Diablo Blvd., 280-1653, homeofchicken andwaffles.com. Lunch and dinner daily. 2345$$
House of Sake A somewhat
raucous, easy environment, where couples and families pack in for top-notch sushi and a variety of sake served hot, room temp, or cold. The menu includes the usual suspects and a couple of twists, like the teriyaki mahi mahi or the vegetable garden, a dinner of flavorful sautéed vegetables. 313 N. Civic Dr., 930-8811, thehouseofsake. com. Lunch and dinner daily. 14 $$
Hubcaps Diner The automotive metaphor is carried to humorous extremes at this bright corner café dedicated to American diner classics. Beverages are listed under “Lubricants,” and sides are “Side Cars.” Whatever car-related name the menu may give your dish, the food is solid, plentiful, and quick. 1548 Bonanza St., 945-6960, hubcapsdiner.com. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Tues.–Sun. 135$
Va de Vi
6 8 thewalnutcreekbook.com
Joe Budd
Il Fornaio Il Fornaio was a pioneer behind the modern Italian movement. At our meal, a beet salad melded zippy arugula with a lemony dressing, and a roasted