Greater East Bay: Danville, Esin Restaurant and Bar

Esin Restaurant and Bar  750 Camino Ramon, in The Rose Garden shopping center, (925) 314-0974. L-D daily; $$-$$$. A favorite with local critics and foodies, this sophisticated restaurant features high ceilings, large windows, and comfortable seating--including banquettes and booths--in its large, airy open space. The menu offers housemade soups and creative salads as well as pastas, fish, and meats. Desserts are exceptional and not to be trifled with; don’t miss the black-bottom banana cream pie--oh my!—or the fave peanut butter cheesecake.

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