Support Season 15 Restaurants From Home Check, Please! Bay Area Season 15 episode 7 airs Thursday, May 14 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. In San Francisco’s Noe Valley, Mamak cuisine shines at Mahila by Azalina’s, a triumphant Malaysian restaurant helmed by acclaimed chef Azalina Eusope. Eastwards in Hayward, fresh and healthy Vietnamese fare paired with classic French pastries delights at Le Paradis....

Support Season 15 Restaurants From Home Check, Please! Bay Area Season 15 episode 6 airs Thursday, May 7 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. Check, Please! Bay Area KIDS Special: In San Francisco’s Mission District, a triple threat performer scores a hole-in-one at Urban Putt, where she enjoys classic American bites and a mini-golf course featuring miniaturized San Francisco landmarks. Next, an amateur makeup...

Support Season 15 Restaurants Check, Please! Bay Area Season 15 episode 5 airs Thursday, April 30 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. Check, Please! Bay Area KIDS Special: The kids are back with three fantastic new restaurants to share! When a budding rockstar’s appetite amps up, he grabs Japanese delights off a high speed conveyor belt at Cupertino’s Kura Revolving Sushi. Then, an Irish dancer connects with...

Support Season 15 Restaurants Check, Please! Bay Area Season 15 episode 4 airs Thursday, April 23 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. Our show is all about breakfast, the most important meal of the day! You’ll feel right at home at Concord’s Big Country Kitchen, a woman- and veteran-owned spot serving Southern favorites and featuring a whole table of hot sauces. Then it’s off to Castro Valley, for colorful,...

Support Season 15 Restaurants Check, Please! Bay Area Season 15 episode 3 airs Thursday, April 16 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. Out in the wide-open space of low-key Livermore, hyper-seasonal California cuisine gets the star treatment at the stylish Range Life. Across the bay in Millbrae, Royal Feast serves critically acclaimed Sichuan and Tangia cuisine, including the best Peking duck outside of Beijing....

Support Season 15 Restaurants Check, Please! Bay Area Season 15 episode 2 airs Thursday, April 9 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. Our first stop is PLāYT Restaurant & Bar where upscale Southern food with a California twist shines in Hayward. Then it’s off to Xingones in Old Oakland, a beloved pop-up run by two Oakland chefs who passionately prepare the foods they grew up eating, like chicken and waffles...

Support Season 15 Restaurants Check, Please! Bay Area Season 15 premiere airs Thursday, April 2 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. We’re not throwing away our shot to kick off Season 15 with a bang! The stars of San Francisco’s Hamilton join Leslie to turn the world upside down with their favorite city eateries. Mourad is an elegant, Michelin-starred spot in SoMa where modern North African cuisine shines under...

Check, Please! Bay Area Season 14 episode 19 airs Thursday, October 31 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. Discover classy American cuisine in elegant surroundings at The Big 4 Restaurant, a historic destination in San Francisco named after famous 19th-Century railroad tycoons. Then, celebrate mornings at the Pork Store Cafe, a beloved eatery where hot pink walls are fittingly lined with painted pigs. Finally,...

Check, Please! Bay Area Season 14 episode 18 airs Thursday, October 24 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. First, we step into Zazie, a cozy, neighborhood bistro serving updated French plates in San Francisco's Cole Valley. Then, we head to Nick's Next Door in Los Gatos for elevated comfort food and bold flavors in an elegant setting. Finally, we journey back to San Francisco for Absinthe Brasserie & Bar, a...

More Check, Please! Bay Area Kids Check, Please! Bay Area Season 14 episode 24 airs Tuesday, October 22 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. Check, Please! Bay Area KIDS Special: Our first guest is a female fencer who loves the garlicky fries and spit-roasted meats at Souvla in San Francisco. Next up, a 4H champ who shares her love for Chicago-style stuffed pies and creamy Caesars at Zachary's Chicago Pizza in...

Check, Please! Bay Area Season 14 episode 17 airs Thursday, October 17 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. Echoes of bustling European coffeehouses converge in Walnut Creek at the beloved Caffe La Scala, where diners savor coffees, panini, and desserts. Next, we head to the stylish Paradiso in San Leandro for its eclectic menu and open dining room with exposed beams and bright skylights. For our final stop, we...

More Check, Please! Bay Area Kids Check, Please! Bay Area Season 14 episode 23 airs Tuesday, October 15 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. Check, Please! Bay Area KIDS Special: Up first, a surfer who slurps down fresh shucked oysters as often as she can at Sam's Chowder House, a coastal getaway with killer sunset views in Half Moon Bay. Next, it's twin sisters who love to debate over dosas and other South...

Watch More of Season 14 Check, Please! Bay Area Season 14 episode 16 airs Thursday, October 10 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. First, we head to the Town for alaMar Kitchen + Bar in Oakland, a spicy spot where Mediterranean and Asian influences meet fresh seafood. Next, we visit Sabores del Sur in Walnut Creek for authentic Chilean cuisine from a woman-owned and run kitchen. Then it's off to San Francisco's...

More Check, Please! Bay Area Kids Check, Please! Bay Area Season 14 episode 22 airs Tuesday, October 8 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. Check, Please! Bay Area KIDS Special: First up, it's Oakland's Teni East Kitchen, where Burmese delights with a California twist and some very stretchy roti thrill our youngest guest. Then a Los Altos teen who's set her sights on being a cooking show star shares her spot,...

Watch More of Season 14 Check, Please! Bay Area Season 14 episode 15 airs Thursday, October 3 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. This week, we begin a culinary journey through the Eastern Mediterranean with falafels and kebabs at Bursa in San Francisco. Next, we head to Berkeley for The Italian Homemade Company, a fast-casual spot featuring an abundance of fresh, house-made pasta. Our final stop is Rasa...

More Check, Please! Bay Area Kids Check, Please! Bay Area Season 14 episode 21 airs Tuesday, October 1 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. Open since 1986, the Dipsea Cafe is a Mill Valley breakfast institution. Our first guest loves tucking into their steak and eggs and ginormous fluffy pancakes. Our second guest takes us to Ca'Momi Osteria in downtown Napa, home to authentic Pizza Napoletana and classic...

Watch More of Season 14 Check, Please! Bay Area Season 14 episode 14 airs Thursday, September 26 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. Our first stop is the family-owned Guiso Latin Fusion in Healdsburg. It may be small in size, but the authentic Latin American and Caribbean flavors are grand! Next, we visit Rich Table in San Francisco, a sumptuous spot with an eclectic, seasonal, California-focused menu. Last...

Watch More of Season 14 Check, Please! Bay Area Season 14 episode 13 airs Thursday, September 19 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. To kick things off, we head to San Francisco's Roosevelt Tamale Parlor, a Mission district institution established in 1922 that serves an updated version of its Mexican-inspired menu. Up next, we savor an evening of delicious Spanish bites in Sonoma wine country at Bravas Bar de...

Watch More of Season 14 Check, Please! Bay Area Season 14 episode 12 airs Thursday, September 12 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. First up is Teleferic Barcelona in Walnut Creek, a lively taberna showcasing Basque-inspired pintxos, creative paellas and festive cocktails. Next, we stop by Sodini's Trattoria in San Francisco, an old-school Italian eatery with stiff drinks and friendly neighborhood vibes....

Watch More of Season 14 Check, Please! Bay Area Season 14 episode 11 airs Thursday, September 5 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. This week we start in San Francisco at Beretta, an impress-your-friends spot offering bar-friendly Italian Cuisine and interesting cocktails. Then, we travel to Brisbane to explore 7 Mile House, a family (and dog) friendly roadhouse serving up an eclectic mix of...

Check, Please! Bay Area Season 14 episode 10 airs Thursday, June 13 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. Our first stop, Shinmai in Oakland, features the refined casual fare of a Japanese izakaya with a modern twist. Next, we're off to a North East African eatery called Asmara Restaurant in Oakland that features shareable plates and a family style feel. Finally, we take a step back in time to a 1930's-style soda...

Check, Please! Bay Area Season 14 episode 9 airs Thursday, June 6 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. This week, we start off in San Francisco exploring Cockscomb's rustic cuts of meat and a vast variety of cocktails. Our next stop in San Francisco is Dobbs Ferry Restaurant, an upscale pub offering gourmet comfort food and an expansive drink menu. Finally, we head to Oakland for Cafe Gabriela, a revolutionary...

Check, Please! Bay Area Season 14 episode 8 airs Thursday, May 30 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. Our first restaurant, Honor Kitchen & Cocktails in Emeryville, is an esteemed bar and restaurant with exceptional cocktails, delightful bar bites and films projected onto the walls. Up next is De La Torre's Trattoria, a classic Italian neighborhood eatery in Pleasanton. Our final stop is Ichi Sushi in San...

Check, Please! Bay Area Season 14 episode 7 airs Thursday, May 23 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. Our first restaurant, Franchettis' in Santa Rosa, is a festive, contemporary eatery featuring German and Italian cuisine. Up next is Aburaya in Oakland, a punk rock inspired restaurant specializing in Japanese fried chicken. Our final stop is romantic Italian osteria Locanda in San Francisco's mission...

Check, Please! Bay Area Season 14 episode 6 airs Thursday, May 16 at 7:30pm on KQED 9. See other television airtimes. And never miss an episode by subscribing to the video podcast. Our first restaurant, The Butcher's Son in Berkeley, is a vegan delicatessen known for it's house made "meats" and "cheeses." Up next is Puerto Rican eatery Sol Food, a Marin County hot spot with delectable vegetarian options. Our final stop is Al's Place in San Francisco's Mission district, known for their use...