"With its French Norman architecture, this spot transports you" to "a mountain retreat"... The front patio has "two fireplaces and plenty of seats to enjoy a drink or have dinner alfresco."
Don’t miss the irresistible, crisp-skinned Tai snapper. The whole fish is cooked on the wood grill, its flesh imbued with the flavors of smoke and herbs: Read more.
Come Monday-Thursday for a daily changing three-course menu that costs around $29. Read more.
sip organic gun powder tea and devour the Niman Ranch pork or Prather ranch beef - no mystery meat here. Read more.
Mussels + fries is a definite. Then ask the waiter to pick another and pair your wine. Very good and uncommon wines mostly italian and spanish.
The breakfast sandwiches are much more delicious than comparable sandwiches at other cafes. Quality bacon, buttered bagels, and a pickle on the side!
Top quality Belgian style draft beer and amazing selection of rare and high quality bottles for here or to go.
My favorite bar in all of the bay area! Great place to bring a small group. Macadamia nut chi-chis are so scrumptious!
"One of the most exciting trends of 2012 is chefs who create extraordinary food in casual surroundings. That's illustrated at this restaurant that resembles a homey diner" http://buff.ly/UzxJhi
A wonderful Japanese place with great Jazz! -Jonathan Waxman, Top Chef
A Michelin 2015 Bib Gourmand pick (best moderately-priced restaurants) Read more.
"Burmese restaurant in Eastlake. It feels more like a 'church basement potluck' than a restaurant, almost allowing it to go undiscovered if not for food that is 'so damn good.'"
Nice place to sit outside (if you can find a seat) and people watch on the corner of Bancroft and College.
Not exactly in the same category asCafe Strada on a sunny day, but amazing atmosphere and great location! Can't complain. Just don't expect to find a table on the weekends or during midterms.
Can't go wrong with their weekly menus, unbeatable coffee, friendly service, and motivating atmoshere. Breakfast, lunch, brunch, snacks-- they get it at Babette.
Try the malawach, or Yemeni pancake. The chef covers this glossy, flaky pastry round with a thick tomato sauce and flecks of fresh mint: Read more.
David & co. have put together the complete package, w/ design & product. Great space, friendly service, and completely delicious. Tried the matcha latte, which is simply dreamy creamy!
Free wifi, great beer selection, and only spot in Berkeley with Pliny the Elder on tap. Plenty of veggie/vegan options too!
Seriously great vegan food, great prices and convenient! Be sure to get the breakfast burritos (served till 10am) and the burgers!! Btw, I'm not vegan/vegetarian.... Read more.
Our favorite Berkeley Mexican restaurant. Their mole poblano is the best we've had this side of Puebla, Mexico
Nachos are massive, way too much for 2 people. Really delicious though, I thought everything was super flavorful. I wished I had 2 stomaches so I could eat it all
The curved glass walls make the space bright and airy. They also reflect conversations from one table to another, so be sure to only say nice things. Read more.
Make sure you get their signature potato puffs! Outdoor and limited seating, so it's good for a group of at most five.
A downtown Berkeley fixture since the 1990s. While their house beers are good, try the guest beers or "beers of interest" – and be rewarded.
"Magical" tacos and a "Mezcal revolution," best looking interior of 2015, says SF Weekly
A much-anticipated Montreal style bagel shop. Well worth the wait...we've has their bagels and they are hands down the best around these parts. Say hi to Amy for us! Read more.
Excellent selection of craft beer and super friendly staff. Definitely worth checking out.
Crusted mushrooms continue to be dopehouse. They had a BBQ-y tempeh dish that was awesome as well. All the desserts are great, especially the strawberry shortcake.
best cinnamon rolls ever! you can't go wrong. utensils pretty much required due to overflow of messy deliciousness
Fabulous Grand Ave. wine bar & shop specializing in naturally made wines from Europe and California, with tasty popup menus by Chris Kronner.
The pork is real and properly cooked. My favourites are Pork Wontons, Sweet/Sour Chicken and Special Fried Rice
Easily in the top 3 of ramen places in the Bay. You know they are serious about noodles when you see the Tampopo poster in the restroom. First ever vegetarian ramen I actually liked!
“An Ethiopian chef serves playful takes on her home cuisine, eschewing limited notions of traditionality in favor of a more dynamic vision of what Ethiopian food can be.” SF Chron
'Revolutionary' Native American restaurant https://www.sfchronicle.com/food/restaurants/article/wahpepahs-kitchen-oakland-restaurant-review-16776312.php
HOLY S***. As a NY'er, it's the real deal. Awesome coal oven pizza. Crust: right amount of char, thin and crusty, soft and billowy. The sausage is awesome! Won't be ordering pizza from anywhere else.
All the pastries, the danishes and the cinnamon twists are amazing and the pizza is great- take advantage of the free chimmichuri!
This place is fantastic. - A New Yorker who takes joy in complaining about California pizza.
Out of this world good. Yes the brisket. Yes the ribs! OMG! But you know their game is on point when the sides are amazing as well. Get the beans (burnt ends in ‘em!), and the mac n’ cheese!
wow. the staff is unpretentious and knowledgeable, the food is unbelievable and the wine selection is 👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾 can’t wait to be back! the focaccia!!! the pickle plate!!!
"dazzling locals with gourmet fried doughnuts similar to malasadas." SF gate write-up: https://www.sfgate.com/food/article/bay-area-doughweime-rare-doughnuts-18290216.php
Dense and delicious gelato. I'd like to see how this place shapes to fit Berkeley as time goes, since it's so new. Be warned that portions are small so opt for more than just the baby scoop!
A delicious selection of Indian inspired ice cream. Try the Golden Chai and the Lotus Rose flavors. They are amazing!
Super old timey drive in dairy spot that hangs on with a booming soft serve business. Get any two flavors swirled together. Banana and chocolate were pretty dang good.
My favorite ice cream place. Don't forget to get a stamp card! They also sell Solidariteas here which I love. Unique and varied flavors, lots of options
What bagel dreams are made of. Set aside the price ($8.50) for one dressed in cream cheese, chives, tomato, and onion, know you’re entering serious territory. Chewy, flavorful, and perfect seasoning.
SF Chron: "Oakland’s most exciting place to experience Korean cooking" -- tofu, fish, egg, etc
Bon Appetit best new restaurant of 2024 https://www.bonappetit.com/story/best-new-restaurants-2024/
