Across the bridge in Berkeley, the Claremont Hotel has received a new restaurant with its recent renovation. In the space that used to house Jordan's, Meritage at the Claremont is a similar concept to the restaurants of the same name in Boston and New Orleans, with one defining factor being a menu that is broken down first by wine categories, then by food that pairs with said wine. Josh Thomsen is the executive chef, and he's worked at places like Michael Mina's Nobhill Tavern in Vegas. 41 Tunnel Road, Berkeley; 510-549-8510; website [EaterWire]
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