Try Claude and Dominique's Bistro, 210 Rose St., Pleasanton.

There are quite a lot of restaurants on Main Street in Pleasanton, none I'd go out of my way to recommend, but if the weather's nice you can pick a place and sit outside. There are a lot of antique shops along Main so it's not a bad street to walk.

If you come further north to Walnut Creek there are quite a lot of good restaurants, but if you're staying in Livermore that does become a long drive. I'd ask for recommendations at some of the wineries. You shouldn't have a problem with same day or one day's notice for reservations.

It's been many years (and a few different chefs) since I've ate at Wente. I hope you enjoy it. If you're around on a Sunday you might try their brunch.