25 Essential El Cerrito Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of El Cerrito.
Red Onion
California
Bustling joint known for providing old-time burgers & shakes in a modest space with counter seats.
Larb Thai Food & Tapas
California
Fast fresh & prepared Thai dishes in a casual, industrial space with corrugated metal decor.
FATAPPLE'S Restaurant & Bakery | El Cerrito
California
Pizza, housemade pies & other comfort food offered in an easygoing establishment.
Brasil Bistro
El Cerrito, California
Relaxed, sit-down venue plating homemade Brazilian meals such as steak with beans & rice.
Gangnam Tofu Korean Cuisine
El Cerrito, California
Low-key restaurant fixing up mom-&-pop grub including noodle soups, fried chicken & kimchi pancakes.
Wienerschnitzel
El Cerrito, California
Fast-food chain featuring a variety of hot dogs, plus chili burgers & sandwiches.
Bánh Mì Ba Lẹ
El Cerrito, California
Tiny, homey spot highlighting casual Vietnamese fare such as sandwiches & pho plus iced coffee.
Nation's Giant Hamburgers
El Cerrito, California
Fast-food chain featuring oversized burgers, all-day breakfast & lots of pies in a retro setting.
MUGUNGHWA Korean Restaurant
El Cerrito, California
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Frannie Express Hawaiian BBQ
El Cerrito, California
Island-themed fast-food chain whose menu features traditional Hawaiian plate lunches.
NEW YORK PIZZA
El Cerrito, California
Casual pizzeria featuring a variety of pies for dining in or delivery plus a pool table.
Romano's Macaroni Grill
El Cerrito, California
Lively Italian chain with an open kitchen, known for small plates, pizzas, pastas & wine.
Pakaoma Thai-Lao Diner
El Cerrito, California
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
M2 Burger
El Cerrito, California
Service options: Curbside pickup, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Antojitos Guatemaltecos
El Cerrito, California
Identifies as Latino-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for.
IHOP
El Cerrito, California
Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.
Dave's Hot Chicken
El Cerrito, California
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Super Slice Pizza
El Cerrito, California
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Little Caesars Pizza
El Cerrito, California
Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.
Best Burrito's
El Cerrito, California
Unpretentious counter serve featuring tacos, burritos & vegetarian choices in a spare space.
Tokyo Feng Ramen & Sushi
El Cerrito, California
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Newari kitchen
El Cerrito, California
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot.
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
El Cerrito, California
Louisiana-inspired fast-food chain known for its crispy fried chicken, chicken sandwiches & fries.
Chef's Chinese Food
El Cerrito, California
Understated, strip-mall joint providing straightforward Chinese dishes for dining in or takeout.
Yammy Sushi
El Cerrito, California
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.