Opened in February of 1995 the Solano Grill and Bar was culmination of efforts by Sam Chen, Philip Chen, and Michael Stajer to create a unique and exciting dining experience in the Albany - Berkeley - Oakland area. Originally a basic seafood and hamburger restaurant under the same name owned by Philip Chen the concept for the current Solano Grill and Bar came after Phil's brother Sam graduated from the California Culinary Academy and had excelled under Chef Roland Passant at La Folie in San Francisco. The final result was the new Solano Grill & Bar offering a unique world class cuisine supported by an award winning wine list and professional attentive service.