Welcome to Lara's Fine Dining, a trusted Restaurant in Richmond, CA 94804, known for great food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere. With a 4.50 rating from 551 reviews, we’re proud to offer great service and quality for every guest.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Food & Drinks
Homemade ravioli pasta with ricotta cheese, spinach in tomato sauce.
Layered eggplant with dairy free cheese and tomato sauce.
Homemade Fettuccine pasta sautéed with prawns, pancetta sun-dried tomatoes, kale, and white wine.
Homemade spaghetti pasta, fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil, and extra virgin olive oil.
Homemade lasagna with béchamel meat sauce, mushrooms, basil, Parmesan cheese, and fresh tomato sauce.
Homemade linguine with steamed manila clams. Your choice of white wine garlic broth or marinara sauce.
Short tube pasta, with calabrian sausage, mushrooms, basil, Parmesan cheese, and fresh tomato sauce.
Short tube pasta, with calabrian sausage, mushrooms, basil, Parmesan cheese, and fresh tomato sauce.
Homemade Fettuccine pasta sautéed with prawns, pancetta sun-dried tomatoes, kale, and white wine.
Homemade linguine with steamed manila clams. Your choice of white wine garlic broth or marinara sauce.
Layered eggplant with dairy free cheese and tomato sauce.
Homemade lasagna with béchamel meat sauce, mushrooms, basil, Parmesan cheese, and fresh tomato sauce.
Homemade ravioli pasta with ricotta cheese, spinach in tomato sauce.
Homemade spaghetti pasta, fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil, and extra virgin olive oil.
Catch of the day served with mashed potatoes and spinach. Ask our servers for more details.
Grilled Alaskan salmon topped with mango pico sauce. Served with mashed potatoes and sautéed spinach.
Grilled portobello mushroom topped with sea scallops in sun-dried tomato, white wine garlic sauce, mashed potatoes, and spinach.
Sautéed prawns with lemon caper butter sauce, mashed potatoes, and seasonal vegetables.
Italian style seafood soup with angel hair pasta, clams, mussels, shrimp, scallops, calamari, and fish in lobster tomato broth.
Italian style seafood soup with angel hair pasta, clams, mussels, shrimp, scallops, calamari, and fish in lobster tomato broth.
Sautéed prawns with lemon caper butter sauce, mashed potatoes, and seasonal vegetables.
Grilled portobello mushroom topped with sea scallops in sun-dried tomato, white wine garlic sauce, mashed potatoes, and spinach.
Catch of the day served with mashed potatoes and spinach. Ask our servers for more details.
Grilled Alaskan salmon topped with mango pico sauce. Served with mashed potatoes and sautéed spinach.
Grilled Mary's chicken breast, Mozzarella cheese, avocado, ranch dressing, lettuce, tomato, and onions in homemade bread.
Perfect vegan patty with hummus smear, lettuce, tomato, and onions in brioche bun. Looks and tastes, just like a beef burger.
Deep-fried cod fish. Served with coleslaw and French fries.
Half-pound Angus beef with Cheddar cheese, mayo, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and onions are served in a brioche bun.
Deep-fried soft shell crab with lettuce, tomato, grilled onions and tartar sauce.
Veggie avocado, grilled red peppers, zucchini, lettuce, tomato, onions, and hummus smear on whole wheat bun.
Grilled Mary's chicken breast, Mozzarella cheese, avocado, ranch dressing, lettuce, tomato, and onions in homemade bread.
Veggie avocado, grilled red peppers, zucchini, lettuce, tomato, onions, and hummus smear on whole wheat bun.
Deep-fried soft shell crab with lettuce, tomato, grilled onions and tartar sauce.
Perfect vegan patty with hummus smear, lettuce, tomato, and onions in brioche bun. Looks and tastes, just like a beef burger.
Deep-fried cod fish. Served with coleslaw and French fries.
Half-pound Angus beef with Cheddar cheese, mayo, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and onions are served in a brioche bun.
Creamy, buttery whipped potatoes, perfectly seasoned for a comforting side dish.
Creamy, buttery whipped potatoes, perfectly seasoned for a comforting side dish.
Crispy golden strips of deliciousness served hot and seasoned to perfection.
Crispy fries tossed in aromatic garlic and herbs.
Eggs, sausage, spinach, ricotta, Mozzarella, and tomato sauce.
Baby mixed greens tossed in lemon vinaigrette topped with smoke salmon, onions, cucumber, and tomatoes.
Shrimp with green onions and tomatoes omelette. Served with morning potatoes and side of fruit.
Poached eggs, Canadian bacon, homemade hollandaise sauce, morning potatoes, and side of fruit.
Eggs served with a choice of bacon or sausage with morning potatoes and side of fruit.
Open-face vegetable omelette .Served morning potatoes with side of fruit.
Poached eggs, Canadian bacon, homemade hollandaise sauce, morning potatoes, and side of fruit (also available in vegetarian with spinach).
Homemade pasta stuffed with Dungeness crab meat, shrimp, and ricotta cheese. Topped with Mozzarella. Served with lemon cream sauce.
Rich, flavorful cup of espresso brewed to perfection.
Marinated fresh tomatoes, over toasted Mozzarella bread.
Crispy wings tossed lightly with your choice of BBQ sauce, buffalo sauce, sweet & sour, or dry.
Creamy new england-style soup made with hearty chunks of clams, and potatoes
Six oysters with cocktail & mignonette sauce.
Five jumbo prawns in a tangy cocktail sauce.
Fresh Mozzarella, vine-ripe house tomato, basil, and extra virgin olive oil.
Crispy romaine lettuce, and croutons tossed in our special house Caesar dressing and topped with Parmesan cheese.
Baby mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, carrots, Gorgonzola cheese tossed in balsamic vinaigrette.
Deep-fried squid. Served with side of spicy tomato and tartar sauces.
Crispy wings tossed lightly with your choice of BBQ sauce, buffalo sauce, sweet & sour, or dry.
Marinated fresh tomatoes, over toasted Mozzarella bread.
Deep-fried squid. Served with side of spicy tomato and tartar sauces.
Crispy romaine lettuce, and croutons tossed in our special house Caesar dressing and topped with Parmesan cheese.
Baby mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, carrots, Gorgonzola cheese tossed in balsamic vinaigrette.
Fresh Mozzarella, vine-ripe house tomato, basil, and extra virgin olive oil.
Six oysters with cocktail & mignonette sauce.
Five jumbo prawns in a tangy cocktail sauce.
Creamy New England-style soup made with hearty chunks of clams, and potatoes
Braised lamb shank with vegetables on a bed of mashed potatoes.
Grilled 16 oz t-bone marinated with fresh herbs and mushroom sauce. Served with roasted potatoes and vegetables.
Pan-baked chicken breast stuffed with mushrooms. Spinach, Fontina cheese, mushroom sauce. Served with roasted potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
Grilled marinated rack of lamb. Served with mint demi glaze. Served with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
Grilled duroc pork chop with caramelized pearl onion sauce. Served with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
Veal scaloppini with choice of lemon capers, mushroom, or tomato sauce. Served with roasted potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
Grilled 12 oz ribeye steak with herb butter. Served with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
Grilled 12 oz ribeye steak with herb butter. Served with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
Braised lamb shank with vegetables on a bed of mashed potatoes.
Grilled marinated rack of lamb. Served with mint demi glaze. Served with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
Pan-baked chicken breast stuffed with mushrooms. Spinach, Fontina cheese, mushroom sauce. Served with roasted potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
Grilled 16 oz t-bone marinated with fresh herbs and mushroom sauce. Served with roasted potatoes and vegetables.
Grilled duroc pork chop with caramelized pearl onion sauce. Served with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
Veal scaloppini with choice of lemon capers, mushroom, or tomato sauce. Served with roasted potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
Vegetarian. Fresh tomatoes, Mozzarella cheese, roasted garlic, mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers.
Sausage, spinach, tomato sauce, ricotta, and Mozzarella cheese.
Tomato sauce, Mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and sausage.
Sautéed mushrooms, virgin olive oil, and Mozzarella cheese.
Tomato sauce, Mozzarella cheese, roasted garlic, chopped calamari, shrimp, red onions, and bell peppers.
Fresh tomato sauce, Mozzarella cheese and basil.
Sausage, spinach, tomato sauce, ricotta, and Mozzarella cheese.
Tomato sauce, Mozzarella cheese, roasted garlic, chopped calamari, shrimp, red onions, and bell peppers.
Tomato sauce, Mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and sausage.
Fresh tomato sauce, Mozzarella cheese and basil.
Sautéed mushrooms, virgin olive oil, and Mozzarella cheese.
Vegetarian. Fresh tomatoes, Mozzarella cheese, roasted garlic, mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers.
Hear from our valued guests
This place is an absolute gem. The restaurant is so elegant and has an amazing view, but is still affordable. Everything I've had on the menu is excellent -- incredibly fresh, perfectly cooked and deliciously seasoned. Some of my favorite dishes are the impossible burger, crab salad, and all of the pastas. The deserts are scrumptious, too. All of the staff are incredibly nice and I've only ever had a great experience with the customer service.
March 12, 2026 Husband and I stopped in for lunch at Lara's. First time there and everything was lovely. White table cloths, mint colored cloth napkins and fresh flowers on each table. As they take you to your table the dessert tray is along the way for viewing. We had cup of clam chowder, chicken panini and veggie filled risotto with slices of tender short ribs. Fresh French bread with butter, oil and balsamic were served along with everything. We had a beautiful sunny view of the marinas and the bay and birds. Just right!
What a hidden gem this place is! From the moment we walked in, we were surrounded by a wonderful ambiance—gorgeous fresh flowers, beautiful smiles, and true professionalism from the staff. We enjoyed a fantastic meal that tasted fresh and delicious, with very generous portions. Mrs. Lara herself went table to table greeting everyone, and she even sang with her angelic voice, which made the experience feel extra special. My friend and I enjoyed every bit of our food. We really wanted to try the dessert cart, but we were already so full—next time for sure! We will definitely be back. Thank
My husband and I have visited this restaurant over the years in its various identities. On Valentines Day, we’d made a Oceanside table reservation. It was very busy but our hostess, Sylvana, was attentive, gracious, professional and lovely, and got us the table we asked for. The evening offered a prix fixe menu and we enjoyed the fresh sea bass and shrimp. Table service was flawless and friendly, which is kind of amazing for a busy “date night” vibe. I enjoyed the brewed decaf, which is often not the case. For the “four stars” on atmosphere, I found the lighting a tad too bright but, to be fair, there were many families and seniors who benefitted from that. Well done, Lara’s!
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 attentive, friendly, and accommodating. We started cocktails in the bar area, separated by a staircase in a different room. It is equipped with a TV and lively locals were having drinks, but there are quieter tables around and we sat in one to have a few tasty cocktails before dinner. We has the seafood stew with pasta and the scallop dish. Both were incredibly fresh, delicious, and beautifully prepared. The highlight of our meal was listening to live piano tunes while sering people get up to dance along with having the waiter bring up an old-school dessert cart. Of course we went for it! By the way, their carrot cake and chocolate mousse...divine! We will return on a special ocasion.
Delicious seafood, meat, pasta, salads and desserts. Have not tried the pizza or sandwiches. Elegant food presentation. Excellent service. Interior of the restaurant has an understated beauty, with soft and pleasant colors. Scenic views of Richmond Marina Bay harbor.
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 settings Ambiance= relaxing for all guests, whether two or twenty
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
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 occasion, and the staff made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. A huge shoutout to our server, Oscar, who went above and beyond to make the evening smooth, fun, and memorable. He was attentive, friendly, and managed our large party with ease and professionalism. Everyone in our group raved about their meals — from the appetizers to the desserts, every dish was beautifully presented and full of flavor. Thank you, Lara’s, for making our celebration so special. We look forward to returning the next time we’re in town 😋.
Excellent food and friendly service. Beautiful view and delightful live jazz music on a Thursday evening. So glad they have angel hair pasta available to substitute any pasta dishes on the menu. The clam chowder soup and butter squash soup were tasty with great temperature heat. All the dishes came hot and well seasoned but not over cooked. Lovely staff Carlo was attentive refilling drinks and fresh bread. It’s a local gem!
Common questions about Lara's Fine Dining
Lara's Fine Dining is located at 1900 Esplanade Dr, Richmond, CA 94804, United States, Richmond, CA 94804, United States.
You can reach Lara's Fine Dining by calling +1 510-234-1860.
Lara's Fine Dining has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 551 customer reviews.
Lara's Fine Dining features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet, Assistive hearing loop.
Lara's Fine Dining features the following from the business: Identifies as Asian-owned, Identifies as women-owned.
Lara's Fine Dining features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Kerbside pickup, Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in, On-site services.
Lara's Fine Dining features the following highlights: Fast service, Fireplace, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great wine list, Live music, Serves local specialty, Sport.
Lara's Fine Dining features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Lara's Fine Dining features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Healthy options, Private dining room, Small plates, Spirits, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine.
Lara's Fine Dining features the following dining options: Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Counter service, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Lara's Fine Dining features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi.
Lara's Fine Dining features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Historic, Quiet, Romantic, Trendy, Upmarket.
Lara's Fine Dining features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, LGBTQ+ friendly, Tourists, Transgender safe space.
Lara's Fine Dining features the following planning: Brunch reservations recommended, Lunch reservations recommended, Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations.
Lara's Fine Dining features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Lara's Fine Dining features the following children: Good for kids, Has changing table(s), High chairs, Kids' menu.
Lara's Fine Dining features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, On-site parking, Plenty of parking.
Lara's Fine Dining features the following pets: Dogs allowed, Dogs allowed outside.
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