Best Business Lunch Power Players Restaurants in Pleasanton
12 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Hap’s Original Steaks & Seafood
Classic New York–style steakhouse dining with an acclaimed wine program.
Notable Picks
Old-school, downtown steakhouse known for prime cuts, classic sides, and a deep wine list. Locals book it for milestone dinners where polished service and consistent execution matter.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bone-in ribeye, Filet mignon, Lobster tail
What makes it special: Classic New York–style steakhouse dining with an acclaimed wine program.
8.4
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Business Lunch Power Players
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Group Dining Gatherings
Owner-led American bistro where lunch moves efficiently and dinner brings polished versions of classics—from ribeye to salads and fish tacos. Sidewalk patio seating keeps it workable for families while feeling grown-up.
Must-Try Dishes:
Prime Cut Ribeye (Lunch/Dinner), Chopped Apple Salad, Fish Tacos
What makes it special: Polished takes on American staples with efficient pacing downtown.
8.3
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Business Lunch Power Players
Group Dining Gatherings
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Established in 2016, New Thai Bistro delivers authentic Bangkok street food with modern presentation in a spacious Valley Plaza setting. The kitchen excels at classic dishes like Pad Thai and their signature Tom Ka soup, with consistently fresh ingredients and generous portions that locals rave about.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tom Ka Soup, Citrus Chicken, Thai BBQ Pork
What makes it special: Authentic Thai flavors with ample parking and spacious dining room.
8.3
Vibes:
Date Night Magic
Birthday & Celebration Central
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Hidden Gems Heaven
Chef Bilardi Carteli brings 30 years of Italian training from Bologna and Tuscany to this refined downtown trattoria. Daily off-menu specials reflect market availability, while homemade pasta and fresh seafood anchor a menu praised for authenticity and technique.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chilean Sea Bass with Risotto, Homemade Cannoli, Daily Chef Specials
What makes it special: Chef trained in Bologna and Tuscany creates authentic regional dishes
8.3
Since 1997, this upscale Mexican restaurant in a 145-year-old house has been Pleasanton's pioneer of high-end Mexican cuisine. Their extensive premium tequila list and secret-recipe margaritas complement sophisticated dishes like mole poblano and enjococado made from a 100-year-old family recipe.
Must-Try Dishes:
Enjococado with Family Recipe Sauce, Mole Poblano, Camarones Emperador
What makes it special: Historic house setting with premium tequila collection
8.3
Elegant Main Street dining with a Frenched ribeye and private rooms suitable for executive lunches. Service is attentive and the space reads professional without being stuffy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Frenched Ribeye Steak (14oz), Chimichurri Lamb Chops, Roasted Beet Salad
What makes it special: Executive-friendly setting with a serious ribeye at lunch hours.
8.2
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Business Lunch Power Players
Neighborhood Korean kitchen focused on bone-broth soups (gomtang/komtanɡ) and homestyle stews, with BBQ favorites at dinner. Broths are clean and beefy, portions are generous, and banchan refills keep groups satisfied.
Must-Try Dishes:
Dogani Gomtang (beef knee cartilage soup), Galbi Jjim (braised short ribs), Kkori Gomtang (oxtail soup)
What makes it special: Slow-simmered beef broths and classic stews served with solid banchan.
#8
Dragon City
8.0
Vibes:
Business Lunch Power Players
Family Friendly Favorites
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Downtown Pleasanton's conveniently located Chinese restaurant offers extensive Hunan and Mandarin menu with creative fusion touches like mango jalapeño dishes. Known for accommodating spice preferences and generous lunch specials with soup, egg roll, and entrée under $11.
Must-Try Dishes:
General Tso's Chicken, Crab Meat Rangoon, Portobello Mushroom Prawns
What makes it special: Customizable spice levels with ghost pepper sauce available on request
#9
Andy & Yu's
8.0
Chinese kitchen with a dedicated gluten-free section covering stir-fries, fried rice, and chow fun with wheat-free soy. A reliable pick for families wanting classic flavors without the gluten.
Must-Try Dishes:
GF Peking Chicken, GF Chow Fun, GF Prawns with Honey Walnuts
What makes it special: Robust GF menu with wheat-free soy and rice-noodle options.
8.0
Tabla offers both North and South Indian cuisines with weekend breakfast buffets featuring dosa and traditional items. Known for their thali platters and Hyderabadi biryani prepared with locally-sourced ingredients.
Must-Try Dishes:
Hyderabadi Biryani, Weekend Thali, Paneer Butter Masala
What makes it special: Weekend South Indian breakfast buffet with fresh dosas made to order
Worthy Picks
#11
Senro Sushi
7.9
Comfortable downtown sushi bar & grill with reliable nigiri and a broad hot-kitchen menu. Consistent execution and easy bar seating make it a dependable weeknight choice.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sashimi combo, Salmon belly nigiri, Tempura udon
What makes it special: Well-rounded menu that’s steady across nigiri and hot dishes.
#12
Kaki Sushi
7.6
No-frills strip-center favorite with value-priced combos, quick ticket times, and friendly service. Ideal for budget-minded teams who need to be in and out.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kaki Roll, Lion King Roll, Two-Item Bento
What makes it special: Fast, affordable lunch combos that keep meetings on schedule.