Chevalier

Fine French food meets easy charm in Lafayette.

By april dembosky

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Every November, Diablo magazine presents a feast for East Bay food lovers. The centerpiece of this special issue is our annual Food Awards feature. Readers discover the winners of a survey of their favorite restaurants, thanks to our crack squad of food experts that has dined anonymously to select the eight best restaurants in the East Bay.

Read about Diablo's 2008 Food Award Winners:

Pizzaiolo.Oakland- 78 points out of 90

Oliveto.Oakland- 76 points out of 90

Va de Vi. Walnut Creek- 76 points out of 90

Prima.Walnut Creek- 75 points out of 90

Wente.Livermore - 72 points out of 90

Yankee Pier.Lafayette- 71 points out of 90

Uncle Yu's.Lafayette- 70 points out of 90

Gigi.Lafayette- 70 points out of 90

What is your favorite holiday drink?
	A: Cosmo
	B: Champagne
	C: Egg Nog
	D: Red Wine
	E: Ginger Ale: the holiday spirit is intoxicating enough!

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Each July, Diablo readers vote for their favorite East Bay dining destinations, then our crack staff of foodies adds inside tips and Editor Picks. Covering cheap eats, fine dining, cooking classes, and wine shops, Diablo's Best of the East Bay offers an ideal tasting menu of the area's best food and drink.