Best Luxury Dining Elite Restaurants in Pleasanton
4 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.
8.3
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.
#4
AnTeRa
8.2
AnTeRa brings elevated South Indian cuisine with a focus on Andhra, Telangana, and Rayalaseema regional specialties. The modern interior features olive velvet seating and gold accents creating an upscale dining experience.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mutton Roast, Banjara Chicken, Hyderabadi Biryani
What makes it special: Rare South Indian regional dishes unavailable elsewhere in the area