Danville

A favorite local restaurant is Esin Restaurant & Bar. This upscale tavern serves classic American dishes using natural and local ingredients. Patrons will take delight in the local Dixon lamb sugo and the Snake River Farms wagyu beef burger alongside an ice-cold beer.

The Peasant and the Pear is an amazing dining experience serving mouth-watering food in a cozy environment. The menu has a wide range of dishes, giving guests a unique option for lunch or dinner.

It wouldn’t be California without having choices of great wine. To the north, in Walnut Creek, is the Shadowbrook Winery, serving fantastic wine made from locally-grown grapes. Many of their wines have received awards and are highly rated.

Anyone looking for a game of golf can find a great course in the neighboring community of San Ramon at Canyon Lakes Golf Course. The 18-hole course is a bit challenging but fun for all who participate. Not only does Canyon Lakes have an excellent golf course, but they also have a brewery where they serve craft beers in their restaurant.

Blackhawk Plaza, adjacent to the Blackhawk Country Club, offers upscale dining, shopping, and a unique gathering place for special events. The outdoor setting and Mediterranean styling offer a lush and pleasant atmosphere for an afternoon of retail therapy.

• Piatti
• Mangia Mi
• The Grille at Blackhawk
• Danville restaurants include Cocina Hermanas and Sideboard Danville

In June, the Danville Summerfest brings tons of local businesses to provide great food, drinks, and activities for the whole family to enjoy. Performers and musicians play live music, while the kids can enjoy the zones designed specifically for them.

Several local artists display their handcrafted artwork at the Danville Fall Crafts Festival. Visitors can find all sorts of fine art, from wooden furniture to jewelry. Eventgoers will find music, food, and wine galore, making it much more lively than the usual craft fair.

Outdoor enthusiasts will love spending the day at Sycamore Valley Park, where there’s a large playground for children, a jogging path that winds through the park, and a reflection pool with a waterfall. There is also a large picnic area that can accommodate up to 65 people for fun family gatherings.

History lovers will enjoy the Blackhawk Museum, which has displays from all over the world. They also have a unique car museum with rare classics and one-off automobiles. There is a lot you can learn from their Spirit of the Old West and Art of Africa galleries.

• Hap Magee Ranch and Park
• Iron Horse Trail
• The Lighting of the Old Oak Tree
• Blackhawk Museum
• Downtown Danville shopping

Schools

Danville and Alamo are served by the San Ramon Valley Unified school district.

• Montair Elementary, Public, K-5
• Sycamore Valley Elementary, Public, K-5
• John Baldwin Elementary, Public, K-5
• Tassajara Hills Elementary, Public, K-5
• Creekside Elementary, Public, K-5
• Alamo Elementary, Public, K-5
• Rancho Romero Elementary, Public, K-5
• Charlotte Wood Middle School, Public, 6-8
• Los Cerros Middle School, Public, 6-8
• Diablo Vista Middle School, Public, 6-8
• Stone Valley Middle, Public, 6-8
• San Ramon Valley High, Public, 9-12
• Monte Vista High, Public, 9-12
• The Athenian School, Private, 6-12