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Clayton, California

Eat & Drink

Explore restaurants, breakfast and brunch, coffee and ice cream in Clayton, California, plus nearby Concord options. Check menus and service hours, or plan a meal.

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  • Eat & DrinkOpen daily from 11 am

    Ed's Mudville Grill

    Matt's pick for a casual family dinner, sports on TV, or drinks and appetizers after work.Casual family dinnerWatching sports

    Before you go

    Address
    6200 Center St., Clayton, CA 94517Directions
    Posted hours

    Open daily from 11 am

    Serves
    lunch · dinner · dessert · drinks

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    I've ordered The San Diego Chicken as a wrap. Ask whether they can make it that way when you visit.

    From Matt

    About this place

    I like Ed's for an easy family dinner. It feels casual and good for kids, and I like watching sports there. It's also somewhere I choose for drinks and appetizers or a quick dinner after work on Friday.

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    What to order

    Wraps and sandwiches are Matt’s picks here, with a couple of custom-order tips.

    Firsthand picks. Ask about current availability and custom orders.

    Ball-Tip Burro Wrap

    I like it with added jalapeños.
    From Matt

    BBQ Brisket Sandwich

    Another sandwich I like here.
    From Matt

    On record

    • A sports grill with a beer and wine bar.
    • The 2025 menu includes a Little Leaguer’s kids menu.
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    Ñ (Enye) Latin Table

    Matt's pick for a dressier date night, with a bar he loves and appetizers to sample.Date nightA dressier evening

    Before you go

    Address
    1026 Oak Street, Clayton, CA 94517Directions
    Posted hours

    Dinner daily, 4:00 to 9:00 pm

    Brunch Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

    Serves
    Dinner daily; brunch Saturday and Sunday only. Dessert and drinks.

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    I like the Old Cuban and have been able to order it off-menu. Ask whether they can make one when you visit.

    From Matt

    About this place

    I like Ñ for date night. It feels fancy to me, and I think the bar is gorgeous. I really enjoyed the steak on my last visit. I also like the paella with steak in it and sampling the appetizers.

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    What to order

    • Steak
    • Paella with steak
    • Appetizers to sample

    On record

    • Dinner, weekend brunch and online reservations are offered.
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  • Eat & DrinkInside Roadside 22

    Relentless Grind Coffee Company

    A low-key coffee spot tucked inside Roadside 22. Grab a cold brew and a bagel, or hang around inside or on the patio.

    Before you go

    Address
    5439 Clayton Road, Suite E-F, Clayton, CA 94517Directions
    Posted hours

    Thursday to Sunday, 7:00 am to 12:00 pm

    Serves
    coffee · breakfast

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    Don't look for a separate storefront — Relentless Grind is inside Roadside 22.

    From Matt

    About this place

    Relentless Grind is tucked inside Roadside 22, which is worth knowing before you go looking for a separate coffee shop. There's a long counter, tables and booth seating inside, plus a patio out front.

    I stopped in on a Sunday morning and got a cold brew with a splash of vanilla and cream, plus a jalapeño bagel with cheese. Both were fantastic and a great way to start my Sunday.

    From Matt

    What to order

    • Cold brew with a splash of vanilla and cream + jalapeño bagel with cheese.

    On record

    • High Mountain Heroes was the featured foundation for 2026, according to the company’s website as checked on September 5, 2026.
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More restaurants, coffee and treats in Clayton

  • Since 2006

    Moresi's Chophouse

    Downtown dinner with indoor and outdoor tables; the restaurant opens Tuesday through Sunday.

    Before you go

    Address
    6115 Main St., Clayton, CA 94517Directions
    Posted hours

    Dinner Tuesday to Sunday from 4:00 pm

    Closed Mondays

    Serves
    dinner · dessert · drinks

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    On record

    • Indoor and outdoor dinner service is offered.
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  • Eat & DrinkThe original location, since 1974

    Skipolini's Pizza

    Pizza beside the bocce park, with outdoor tables, a play structure and an arcade.

    Before you go

    Address
    1033 Diablo St, Clayton, CA 94517Directions
    Posted hours

    Monday to Thursday, 4:00 to 9:30 pm

    Friday, 4:00 to 10:30 pm

    Saturday, 11:00 am to 10:30 pm

    Sunday, 11:00 am to 9:30 pm

    Serves
    lunch · dinner · drinks

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    On record

    • Indoor and outdoor seating, a children’s play structure and an arcade are listed for this location.
    • The Clayton menu includes specialty pizzas, lasagna, sandwiches and wraps.
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    La Veranda Cafe

    Family-owned Italian dining on Center Street, with reservations by phone.

    Before you go

    Address
    6201 Center Street, Clayton, CA 94517Directions
    Posted hours

    Monday to Friday, 11:30 am to 9:00 pm

    Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 am to 9:00 pm

    Happy hour daily, 4:00 to 6:00 pm

    Serves
    coffee · breakfast · lunch · dinner · dessert · drinks

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    On record

    • Family owned and operated.
    • Italian menus, private parties and catering are offered.
    • Reservations are taken by phone.
    • A kids menu is posted alongside the lunch, dinner and brunch menus.
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    Vinny's Taqueria

    A downtown taqueria and tequila bar serving tacos, fajitas and enchiladas, with online ordering.

    Before you go

    Address
    6101 Center Street, Clayton, CA 94517Directions
    Posted hours

    Monday to Thursday, 11:00 am to 8:00 pm

    Friday and Saturday, 11:00 am to 9:00 pm

    Sunday, 11:00 am to 8:00 pm

    Serves
    lunch · dinner · dessert · drinks

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    On record

    • Family-owned, from the owners of La Veranda Cafe.
    • Tacos, fajitas, enchiladas and margaritas are featured on its website.
    • Catering inquiries are accepted by phone.
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  • Since 2005

    Cup O' Jo

    Coffee, tea, smoothies and ice cream on Main Street, plus bagels and croissants.

    Before you go

    Address
    6054 Main Street, Clayton, CA 94517Directions
    Serves
    coffee · dessert

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    On record

    • Its posted menu includes espresso drinks, tea, smoothies, bagels and croissants.
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    Sip 'N Sweet

    Ice cream, frozen yogurt and coffee on Center Street; flavors rotate.

    Before you go

    Address
    6200 Center St G, Clayton, CA 94517Directions
    Posted hours

    Monday to Thursday, 7:30 am to 8:00 pm

    Friday and Saturday, 8:00 am to 9:00 pm

    Sunday, 8:00 am to 8:00 pm

    Serves
    coffee · dessert

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    On record

    • Founded by local residents Danielle Grimsey and Patrick.
    • Family-owned.
    • Coffee, ice cream and frozen yogurt are offered, and flavors rotate.
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    Clayton Club Saloon

    Matt reported the saloon open again after its remodel on September 26, 2026. Hours are not posted here; check before planning a visit.

    Before you go

    Address
    6096 Main Street, Clayton, CADirections

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    On record

    • The saloon has reopened after its remodel, according to the founder’s September 26, 2026 update.
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    Roadside 22

    Beer, wine and bar food at Clayton Station, plus community events and private event space.

    Before you go

    Address
    5439 Clayton Road, Suite E-F, Clayton, CA 94517Directions
    Posted hours

    Monday to Thursday, 4:00 to 9:00 pm

    Friday and Saturday, 1:00 to 10:00 pm

    Sunday, 1:00 to 7:00 pm

    Serves
    drinks

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    On record

    • Hosts community events and has private event space.
    • On the border of Clayton and Concord.
    • Beer, wine and a bar-food menu are offered.
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  • Eat & DrinkInside Roadside 22

    Claytonville BBQ @ Roadside 22

    Smoked brisket, pulled pork, ribs and sides at Roadside 22, for dine-in or take-out until they sell out.

    Before you go

    Address
    5439 Clayton Road, Clayton, CA 94517Directions
    Serves
    lunch · dinner

    On record

    • Food is prepared in advance and sold until it runs out, for dine-in or take-out.
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    Yummy Hawaiian BBQ

    Hawaiian barbecue on Clayton Road, with online ordering.

    Before you go

    Address
    5435 Clayton Road, Suite A, Clayton, CA 94517Directions
    Serves
    lunch · dinner

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    On record

    • A Hawaiian restaurant with online ordering.
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    The Curry Bowl

    Indian curries, tandoori dishes, rice and naan on Clayton Road.

    Before you go

    Address
    5435 Clayton Road, Clayton, CA 94517Directions
    Posted hours

    Open daily, 11:00 am to 9:00 pm

    Serves
    lunch · dinner · dessert

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    On record

    • The posted menu includes vegetarian dishes, chicken and lamb curries, biryani and naan.
    • Butter chicken, paneer tikka masala and mango lassi appear on the posted menu; check the menu for current availability.
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    Country Waffles

    Waffles, breakfast and lunch on Clayton Road.

    Before you go

    Address
    5435 Clayton Road, Suite B, Clayton, CA 94517Directions
    Serves
    breakfast · lunch

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    On record

    • Waffles, breakfast dishes and lunch are included on the brand’s menu, according to Country Waffles.
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    Munchy's Lounge

    Banh mi, poke bowls, sushi rolls, boba tea and smoothies at Clayton Station, with online ordering.

    Before you go

    Address
    1536 Kirker Pass Rd, Ste B, Clayton, CADirections
    Serves
    Banh mi, poke bowls, sushi rolls, boba and sweets. Service times not confirmed; check with the shop.

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    On record

    • Milk tea, fruit tea, smoothies, Vietnamese coffee, banh mi, poke bowls and sushi rolls are on its online ordering menu.
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Nearby restaurants and coffee in Concord

A little farther along Clayton Road and Ygnacio Valley Road. Each card names its location and links to directions.

  • Eat & DrinkNearby in Concord

    Tachi Sushi Bar

    Sushi, hand rolls and cooked Japanese dishes on Ygnacio Valley Road in neighboring Concord.

    Before you go

    Address
    5458 Ygnacio Valley Road, Suite 50, Concord, CA 94521Directions
    Serves
    lunch · dinner · dessert · drinks

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    On record

    • Sushi rolls and cooked dishes including salmon teriyaki and beef yakitori are featured.
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  • Eat & DrinkNearby in Concord

    Guadalajara Grill

    Mexican and Cal-Mex plates, burritos and fajitas at the Clayton Valley Shopping Center in neighboring Concord, with online ordering.

    Before you go

    Address
    5446 Ygnacio Valley Rd., Concord, CA 94521Directions
    Posted hours

    Sunday to Thursday, 11:30 am to 8:30 pm

    Friday and Saturday, 11:30 am to 9:00 pm

    Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day

    Serves
    lunch · dinner · dessert

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    On record

    • Reservations are taken by form or phone, and catering is for pickup only with at least 24 hours’ notice.
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  • Eat & DrinkNearby in Concord

    Love Thai Restaurant

    Thai curries, noodles, soups and weekday lunch specials on Ygnacio Valley Road in neighboring Concord.

    Before you go

    Address
    5434 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Ste. 90, Concord, CA 94521Directions
    Serves
    lunch · dinner · dessert

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    On record

    • Woman-owned and operated.
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  • Eat & DrinkNearby in Concord

    Fiore Restaurant

    Italian cooking with Mediterranean influences on Clayton Road in neighboring Concord, open daily for lunch and dinner.

    Before you go

    Address
    5100 Clayton Road, A14, Concord, CA 94521Directions
    Posted hours

    Lunch daily, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm

    Dinner daily, 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm

    Serves
    lunch · dinner

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    On record

    • Parties of 7 or more are asked to call.
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  • Eat & DrinkNearby in Concord

    The Kreamery Shoppe

    An old-fashioned ice cream parlor and bake shop on Clayton Road in neighboring Concord, with sundaes, shakes, pies, espresso drinks and a light lunch menu.

    Before you go

    Address
    5100 Clayton Road, A18, Concord, CA 94521Directions
    Posted hours

    Tuesday to Thursday, 7:00 am to 8:00 pm

    Friday, 7:00 am to 9:00 pm

    Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 am to 9:00 pm

    Closed Mondays

    Serves
    coffee · lunch · dessert

    Information checked Sep 2026.

    On record

    • Catering and event bookings are offered.
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21 places in this guide, including 5 labeled nearby in Concord. We focus on independent and locally rooted places, with retained regional exceptions including Country Waffles and Skipolini’s. No one pays to appear in the listings.