Things To Do
City Center Bishop Ranch
A short walk from the San Ramon Marriott is City Center Bishop Ranch, a modern outdoor dining and shopping area. Getting There: It’s about a 5–10 minute walk from the hotel. The walk is flat and easy — just walk East on Bishop Drive after exiting the hotel. Quick Bites & Coffee: 1. Philz Coffee - A Bay Area staple. Great for a customized pour-over coffee. 2. Salt & Straw - Incredible, inventive ice cream flavors. Casual Dining & Drinks: 1. Fieldwork Brewing Company - Excellent local craft beer with a great outdoor patio. 2. Roam Artisan Burgers - High-quality burgers, fries, and shakes. 3. Mendocino Farms - The perfect lunch spot for fresh sandwiches and salads. Upscale: 1. LB Steak - A modern American steakhouse located right in City Center. 2. The Slanted Door - A renowned spot for high-end modern Vietnamese cuisine.
Downtown Pleasanton
If you’re staying closer to Palm Event Center in the Vineyard, Downtown Pleasanton is a great Thursday night option as it is walkable, charming, and full of great restaurants Quick Bites & Coffee: 1. Meadowlark Dairy - Local ice cream shop with drive-thru or walk-up famous for their soft-serve ice cream. 2. Inklings Coffee & Tea - Coffee shop with a unique "literary speakeasy". Casual Dining & Drinks: 1. SideTrack Bar + Grill - A popular spot with a great outdoor patio and a diverse menu (burgers, tacos, salads). 2. Blue Agave Club - Mexican restaurant featuring outdoor seating & a bar Upscale: 1. Sabio on Main - A farm-to-table tapas restaurant with a "Napa Valley" feel. 2. Hap’s Original Steaks & Seafood - An old-school, classic steakhouse experience with great cuts of meat.