Best Live Music Showtime Restaurants in Walnut Creek
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Elia
Upscale Greek with live music creating island atmosphere
Notable Picks
#1
Elia
8.5
Modern Greek restaurant delivers authentic Mediterranean flavors in an upscale setting with live music on select nights. The grilled octopus and moussaka draw consistent praise, while the lively atmosphere makes it popular for celebrations and late-night weekend dining until midnight.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled Spanish Octopus, Moussaka, Lamb Chops
What makes it special: Upscale Greek with live music creating island atmosphere
#2
Stereo41
8.3
Hi-fi restaurant and bar with a six-seat chef counter offering a Middle Eastern–leaning omakase shaped by Japanese technique. DJ-driven energy, an open kitchen, and chef Jonathan De La Torre’s menu make this the splashiest counter experience downtown.
Must-Try Dishes:
Middle Eastern Omakase, Egyptian-style Whole Fish (Singari), Lamb Merguez Skewers
What makes it special: Six-seat chef counter marrying Middle Eastern flavors with Japanese technique.
Worthy Picks
Honky-tonk bar and kitchen with live music, whiskey lists, and a menu built for crowds. Kitchen runs late on weekends, making it a dependable post-show stop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Nashville hot chicken sandwich, Smoked brisket platter, Mac & cheese
What makes it special: Late-night kitchen with live country sets and whiskey-forward bar.
#4
Tiki Tom’s
7.8
Ohana-owned tiki bar that flips to 21+ late-night vibes with a compact island-inspired menu. Strong classics and kitschy decor make it a fun post-dinner stop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Shrimp skewers, Spam musubi, Kalua pork tacos
What makes it special: Tiki cocktails with a late-night small-bites menu and lively room.