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Lara's Fine Dining is a restaurant in Richmond, CA.

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Carolyn B
Carolyn B -Google user
2 months ago
This was our first to the area and we had an incredible experience at Lara’s Fine Dining in Richmond! Our group of 14 was celebrating a birthday, and everything from the food to the service was absolutely top-notch. The ambiance was perfect for a special...Read More
Dinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Suitable for all group sizesIndoor dining area
Georgia DeMesa
Georgia DeMesa -Google user
2 months ago
Had a delicious brunch/lunch. Will bring guests there for a seafood or meal to brag about as a California must experience time. Setting = to any waterfront eatery around San Francisco Bay Food= Seafood and meat meals comparable to Bay Area highly recognized...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Martha Lear. Real Estate & California Hot spots!
Martha Lear. Real Estate & California Hot spots! -Google user
7 months ago
First time there! The restaurant's facade, reminiscent of a lighthouse, rigth in front of the marina, immediately catches the eye. Inside, the ambiance is casual yet charming, with a seaside European vibe. The tables are elegantly draped in white tablecloths, and the staff are exceptionally...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Eleanor
Eleanor -Google user
Edited 7 months ago
So I used to go to her restaurant at Mac hotel. she left, & now has been at her establishment in Richmond for some time now.. love the owner. She’s amazing. She set the perfect tone in this lovely restaurant. she make sure that everything is in place She’s amazing!! Her...Read More
Dine inBrunch$100+Atmosphere: 5
Nick Jatoft
Nick Jatoft -Google user
2 years ago
I can't say enough how impressed I am with this place has the most clean friendly atmosphere I've ever experienced! The service is absolutely amazing here! When I first walked up the lady was extremely kind and gave us the entire tour of the restaurant...Read More
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5potato optionsHave a great parking lot plenty of parking
Lady T.
Lady T. -Google user
Edited 6 months ago
Delicious food ( calamari, clam chowder, homemade pasta, great desserts) and drinks, with awesome customer service and a beautiful Marina view. Once you dine at Lara's, you'll definitely want to go back for more!
Dine inLunch$30–50Calamari, Cheesecake, New England Clam Chowder
Talilah Douglas
Talilah Douglas -Google user
3 years ago
I went to share my half birthday with 19 friends. Great for large parties.. Gon and Gail were awesome... and Oscar made sure we were happy and satisfied. Everything was great. The song by the owner was a pleasant surprise
Dine inLunch$30–50
Jennifer Moran
Jennifer Moran -Google user
2 months ago
Couldn't find one thing wrong The best tasting steak so juicy and cooked to perfection, salmon was outstanding, the clam chowder tasty, Prawn cocktail. Omg... Chocolate moose, and cheese cake was delicious. Everything was perfect
DinnerAtmosphere: 5
Jenna R.
Jenna R. -Google user
10 months ago
Over all loved it, me and my mother-in-law spent like 2 hours there and had coffee and lunch, very cute diner on the marina, it had a very cozy feeling to it, it wasn't busy when we went and got seating right away! They have...Read More
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Not sureI didn't notice too many vegetarian dishesPlenty of parkingFree parking lotSemi-friendly it is a nicer situation down restaurant and there was kid friendly food but there is a bar top and the game gets played on in the bar area
cxsh
cxsh -Google user
2 years ago
We came here after a ferry ride from SF to celebrate a birthday. The portion sizes were great and the shrimps were huge! The view of the water from our table also was an icing on the cake. Service was a bit slow in the beginning,...Read More
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5
Tamara Douglas
Tamara Douglas -Google user
3 years ago
I came here for the first time with my Dad to celebrate his birthday. We were not disappointed. A little pricey but it's worth every dollar. The portion sizes are great. Halibut with roasted potatoes, salad, strawberry lemonade, french bread, and carrot cake with nuts.
Dine inDinner$50–100
Ivana Kostic
Ivana Kostic -Google user
Edited 7 months ago
bsolutely amazing! I rarely write reviews, but this restaurant completely blew my mind. Everything—from the ambiance and food to the service—was outstanding. The owner has a magnificent voice and sang happy birthday to my father-in-law, making the experience truly special. The restaurant is spotless, and the staff...Read More
Scheria
Scheria -Google user
Edited a year ago
I came here with a large group of women. There was plenty of free parking in the free parking lot. This place is one of Richmond's hidden jewels. It's situated right on the marina bay for fantastic views on non cloudy days. The friendly hostess...Read More
Dine inBrunch$30–50Atmosphere: 5
Julia Adams
Julia Adams -Google user
3 years ago
We stumbled across Lara’s for lunch when we went to the Richmond marina looking for a seafood restaurant. Wow what a find, the best clam chowder I’ve had in a long time, lots of yummy clams and not over powered with bacon. Soft shell crab...Read More
Dine inLunch$30–50
Jena Tatum
Jena Tatum -Google user
a week ago
I absolutely loved this place🥰. I had a simple meat lasagna dinner, but it was so tasty! My food was also served very hot🥵. Oh, and the Lemon-dropppp🥴🥴STRONG💪. The servers we're so attentive and pleasant. The atmosphere is extremely comfortable and relaxing. I love the...Read More
$50–100Atmosphere: 52 peopleNo waitIndoor dining area
Anthony Jenkins
Anthony Jenkins -Google user
a month ago
First-time but definitely not the last. Marcus provided excellent service and the food was great. We went on a Saturday so there was a live piano player. I highly recommend 👌🏿.
Dinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Moderate noiseUp to 10 minClearly labeled vegetarian dishesPlenty of parking
Jan Smiley
Jan Smiley -Google user
6 months ago
I had the perfect meal here last March 20, 2025. I told my daughter right before I left that I was going there to celebrate. When I got there, the hostess had a gift certificate for me from my daughter! So I got...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
SH Kim
SH Kim -Google user
a week ago
One of my favorite restaurants and I love how they have a vegan entree. The vegan eggplant Parmesan is excellent.
Dinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Reservations recommendedNo wait
Yaojing Liow
Yaojing Liow -Google user
5 days ago
I’ve been craving the clam chowder and they did not disappoint! Good wine selection will be back for sure.
Dinner$50–100Atmosphere: 4Loud, but you can still talkNo wait
Gerd Goette
Gerd Goette -Google user
5 months ago
Beautiful location with view of the marina. Food is great, try the clamp chowder and the salads. Service is very friendly - and also well trained in upselling you.
Lunch$30–50Atmosphere: 5Moderate noise2 people, 3-4 people

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