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» Stelle Bistro
Check out the überhearty pasta rustica: orecchiette with caramelized onions, potatoes, sage, and truffle oil. The Italian end of the menu is solid if unsurprising, but Stelle does offer South American specialties worth exploring. Try the lomo saltado, a Chineseinfluenced Peruvian stir-fry with steak, onions, and french fries over rice. 1403 Locust St., 988-0604, stellebistro.com. Lunch and dinner daily. 2 45 $$$
Sunrise Bistro and Catering
This is a highly eclectic menu, ranging from vegetarian burritos to big slabs of smoked meat. All-American sandwiches come on hearty, house-made bread. Celery, apples, and cashews give the chicken salad a healthful crunch, while the brisket sandwich is just plain good. 1559 Botelho Dr., 930-6323, sunrisebistrocatering. com. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. 2 3 4 $$
Taheri’s Mediterranean Restaurant The kitchen mainly
Tatsu Sushi Hardwood and chrome-styled Tatsu has been serving California-style sushi rolls for more than a decade. Let the waitstaff guide you through the menu. Favorites include Robin’s Walnut Creek Yacht Club
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Mitch Tobias
hits the mark with this Italian, Greek, and Middle Eastern menu. Steamed shellfish comes in a basil broth, perfect for sopping up with fresh focaccia. We loved the succulent lamb loin, and the pasta selection is extensive. 2999 Oak Rd., 933-1000, taheris.com. Lunch Mon.–Fri., dinner Mon.–Sat. 1 3 4 $$