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Best Group Dining Gatherings Burgers Restaurants in Walnut Creek

2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: February 2026

Our Top Pick
San Francisco Creamery Co.
House-made ice cream and the Man v. Food ‘Kitchen Sink’ challenge.

Notable Picks

$$ Walnut Creek
Old-school parlor and diner known for house-made ice cream, hot fudge, and oversized sundaes. The famous Kitchen Sink challenge adds a bit of TV lore to downtown dessert runs.
Must-Try Dishes: Hot Fudge Banana Sundae, Kitchen Sink Sundae, Banana Split
What makes it special: House-made ice cream and the Man v. Food ‘Kitchen Sink’ challenge.

Worthy Picks

$$$ Walnut Creek
Modern Irish pub with a legit smash burger alongside pints, whiskey, and comfort plates. Expect a lively room, TVs, and a menu that blends pub standards with a few California touches.
Must-Try Dishes: Smash Burger, Reuben Sandwich, Irish Egg Rolls
What makes it special: Pub-made smash burger with proper sear and soft bun.