Restaurants in Berkeley

Best Restaurants

Via del Corso 1788 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Italian • $$$
1788 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“We enjoyed a wonderful dinner on the patio. Food was fantastic and the service was superb. If you are worried about noise level, select outdoor seating. The heaters were great and it was lovely!”

4.6 Superb359 Reviews
Tane Vegan Izakaya 1956 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Vegan • $$
1956 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“i'm not vegan - my favorite sushi here were the rolls with lots of ingredients! the variance in flavor & texture helps give the same experience as you'd get eating fish sushi.the futo maki was a tiny texture party, and the flavor wasn't overshadowed by any kind of sauce. the leahi roll tasted like barbecue! pokai roll was by far the star of the evening.eggplant tataki was tasty but small, hard to grab, and simultaneously warm and cold. the miso soup was... not my favorite. i think miso just won't taste like it's supposed to without the dashi stock.it's probably best to make a reservation. our table was ready right on time!”

4.7 Superb174 Reviews
Creekwood Restaurant 3121 Sacramento St, Berkeley Italian • $$
3121 Sacramento St, Berkeley

“Came here for a company party. We took over the whole restaurant. The food was great and service was impeccable. The food came out very quickly unlike some restaurants who struggle to keep up with hosting large parties. Will come back .”

4.6 Superb229 Reviews
TAROCCO 2570 Ninth St, Berkeley Mediterranean • $$
2570 Ninth St, Berkeley

“Yes!! Tarocco is the restaurant that we all needed but didn’t know! So fresh and healthy and delicious. Upscale enough for a nice work lunch but you can also show up as you are. Bravo!Dietary restrictions: Gluten-free and dairy-free friendly.”

4.9 Superb70 Reviews
Cali Alley 1012 Grayson St, Berkeley Comfort Food • $$
1012 Grayson St, Berkeley

“Fantastic Burger to be had at this place. It was juicy and the tritip on top was excellent. Fries were crispy and tasty. it deservers it's spot on the best burgers in the Bay lists.”

4.7 Superb103 Reviews
Masa Ramen Bistro 1923 University Ave, Berkeley Ramen • $$
1923 University Ave, Berkeley

“Beef curry is the best! I am slowly going through their menu items. LoL their loco moco is very good too, better than the one I had in Hawaii. It's becoming my regular take out place!”

4.5 Superb94 Reviews

Restaurants by Cuisine

KAOKAO Grill 2993 College Ave, Berkeley Barbeque • $$
2993 College Ave, Berkeley

“Holy crap. This place is absolutely a 10 out of 10. PROPER BBQ! Reasonable prices. Honestly I'm shocked it didn't have a line out the door. I'm sure it will soon. We just stumbled upon it by chance and we will definitely be back!”

4.7 Superb89 Reviews
Pizzeria da Laura 2049 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Pizza • $$
2049 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“Laura is amazing! She is on the World Pizza Champions team! We tried the La Regina pizza - the award winner - and it was amazing. New York style crust was perfect and crispy and the toppings were delicious. Great service and the atmosphere in the restaurant is bright and fun. Definitely going back to try more of the ”

4.5 Superb193 Reviews
Curry Pizza House 2380 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley Pizza • $$
2380 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley

“So far, so very tasty! I've tried a few different pizzas at this point and they've all be great. The Tikka masala pizza is fantastic, love the flavor! Definitely recommend giving this place a try if you're looking for comfort food in a hurry :)Haven't been inside yet, so I can't speak to service or atmosphere. Always tasty though!Vegetarian options: Several vegetarian options, which is always much appreciated!”

4.8 Superb133 Reviews

Restaurants with Delivery

Nuevo Sol 1335 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley Brunch • $$
1335 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley

“i really like this place! my go to spot for chilaquiles. i liked to get the green and red sauce mixed. you can tell a lot of love goes into the food and the business. i would definitely ”

4.7 Superb84 Reviews

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FAVA

FAVA 2114 Vine St, Berkeley Salad • $$
2114 Vine St, Berkeley

“the food is really delicious, and though fave doesn't really have seating, you can go to walnut square or epicurious garden. the food is really good, it's just fairly small portions for what i thought would be a full meal.”

4.9 Superb53 Reviews
Nomad Tibetan restaurant 1593 Solano Ave, Berkeley Asian • $$
1593 Solano Ave, Berkeley

“The ambiance and service was very lovely. My children were offered coloring books with crayons and markers while we ordered and waited for our food. The bathroom is for a single user, but it's spacious, clean, and includes a diaper changer.”

4.7 Superb184 Reviews

Outdoor Dining

Lucia's Berkeley 2016 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Italian • $$
2016 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“First time I had Lucia's pizza was at their pop up at the Grand Lake farmers market in oakland, and completely fell in love with the 4 cheese pizza! Decided to try the restaurant a couple of months ago and the didn't disappoint! Pizza was delicious and staff were super nice and friendly! Totally recommend them if you're looking to have a legit Italian pizza experience!”

4.5 Superb154 Reviews
Kuboba Spot 2618 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley Bubble Tea • $$
2618 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley

“Easily our favorite find since our daughter started school at UC Berkeley. The people there are so down to earth so kind. The food is amazing all the empenadas we have had are delicious. The Boba drinks there are so different than your run of the mill Boba ”

4.8 Superb105 Reviews
Sichuan Style Restaurant 1699 Solano Ave, Berkeley Szechuan • $$
1699 Solano Ave, Berkeley

“The food is amazing! Flavorful and great portions. Highly recommend. Spice level is on point :)Vegetarian options: I asked if some dishes could come without meet and they accommodated my requests.”

4.4 Superb260 Reviews

Online Reservation Available

Fish & Bird Sousaku Izakaya 2451 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Izakaya • $$
2451 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“Food was incredible. Each plate was well thought out and executed. The soft tofu is not to be missed and the recently added black cod collars were a perfect balance of smokey, acid, and fish fats.”

4 Good81 Reviews
Chez Panisse 1517 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley American • $$$$
1517 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“I had high expectations for visiting Chez Panisse, and I am so happy that they met and exceeded them. The food was phenomenal. You could taste the freshness of the ingredients and the careful thought that was put into crafting each plate. This is a place that pays careful attention to every detail. Looking forward to our next visit to eat a new round of dishes.”

4.3 Superb121 Reviews
Delirama 1746 Solano Ave, Berkeley American • $$
1746 Solano Ave, Berkeley

“Excellent sandwiches, excellent service, lots of posters etc to glance at while you wait. Ample indoor seating, 4 tops and at least one long table plus counter seating. Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun - 11a-3p. (That's the plan but based on last weekend's events, they could sell out of everything on Saturday and not be able to stretch it to Sunday.) Today, Thursday 01Feb2024, is the first day of the final weekend of this iteration of Delirama according to their IG. As of this writing, they are serving only two kinds of sandwiches, with no mods, no substitutions, etc. The sandwiches are the OG and the Reuben*. They are served with half a very good pickle and their special Fried in Pastrami fat chips. Superb. Sandwiches and some drinks. No loaves of bread, no meat by the pound. Just sandwiches and some drinks. I think I read that last weekend they ran out of supplies on Saturday and weren't able to open on Sunday. So don't dilly dally. Also, if you need to stock up on Oakland United pints, buy a few. There's also a variety of Shasta sodas in the cooler. There's guest wifi indoors. Contactless payments options. This is a great little local biz, still pretty new at the whole brick & mortar scene. Help them out as you are able and def check out their IG for the latest news. *I was on a mission to get a Reuben and an OG. That's what I ordered me and that's what I got. But I do see now that the hand-written extremely limited menu only lists the OG. Can't hurt to ask for a Reuben, but might be rolling the dice.”

4.5 Superb120 Reviews

24 Hour Restaurants

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Kiraku

Kiraku 2566B Telegraph Ave, Berkeley Japanese • $$
2566B Telegraph Ave, Berkeley

“Went to Kiraku for dinner with friends and had a great time! You can pick your own Sake glass and we had a carafe of a sake recommended by our server. Everything we ordered (including the special of the night, tuna collar) was amazing! Would recommend to ”

4.7 Superb95 Reviews
Casa Barotti 3204 College Ave, Berkeley Pizza • $$
3204 College Ave, Berkeley

“This is the best pizza I think I have ever had! Highly recommend the Capricciosa and eggplant. The crust was super crispy and the ingredients are top notch is fresh.”

4.6 Superb142 Reviews
Sistory Thai Kitchen 1233 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley Thai • $$
1233 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley

“I wish I found this place sooner. The restaurant just opened a couple years ago. Funny cause this isn’t that far from the other Thai resto my boyfriend and I used to go and didn’t know they exist. Anyways I ordered their Tom Yum fried rice that comes with grilled salmon and it was really delicious. For me it was the best Tom yum fried rice I’ve ever had. The fish cakes did not disappoint they were yummy. Their roti according to my boyfriend is the most delicious hetried so far.”

4.6 Superb137 Reviews

Takeout Restaurants

La Marcha Tapas Bar 2026 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley Spanish • $$
2026 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley

“Everything was outstanding, the food and the wine. I can't imagine this restaurant making anything that didn't taste delicious.. I've been in several times and their consistency is what makes them so good ..”

4.1 Good249 Reviews
Berkeley Bowl West Cafe 920-998 Heinz Ave, Berkeley Cafe • $$
920-998 Heinz Ave, Berkeley

“Always have excellent meat department! There’s tons of unfriendly people (not staff, just the local unfriendly Berkeley maskers) in the store so don’t expect to make any friends lol ? Just get your stuff and get out!Also always beggars outside asking for handouts.”

4.3 Superb239 Reviews

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Ippuku

Ippuku 2130 Center St, Berkeley Japanese • $$$
2130 Center St, Berkeley

“Came here for my 31st birthday dinner on Wednesday, January 17th! Ippuku is one of those places I always walked by when I was a student at Cal (c/o 2015, GO BEARS!), and have been meaning to try. It was super easy to make reservations ahead of time. I had booked the Treehouse seating, since it was just a party of 2 for me and my husband, which I'm glad I did because it made the experience more intimate, private, and reminded me of an izakaya in Japan. My husband and I went to Japan spring of 2023, and miss the food very much. Ippuku is probably as close as we can get to Japan, in the East Bay! Vibes: very mixed crowd. I saw many college students that were dressed super casually (think sweats, probably gonna go back to the library later to study), as well as well-dressed older couples. My husband and I definitely fit in with the latter since we wanted to dress up a little for my birthday. Ippuku has an expansive whiskey bar, so we had to snap a photo or two there.It took us awhile to get seated because the restaurant was packed, but once we were seated, our waiter was very attentive given how busy they were. I would rate service 4/5 because of the long wait time to get seated and because the waiter forgot to include one item of our order, and it was an item that takes longer than typical to come out (the grilled onigiri). When the onigiri finally came out, we had already finished eating everything else so it was a bit underwhelming. But overall, we enjoyed everything we ordered and would definitely want to visit Ippuku again in the future.Parking: You're in Downtown Berkeley and there's lot of foot traffic around here, so it was a bit difficult to find parking at first. We had to circle around a few times before we found street parking.”

4.3 Superb238 Reviews

Drive-Thru Restaurants

The Starry Plough Pub 3101 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Pubs • $$
3101 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“The place was fun :)There was a little concert with a lot of instruments inside and that was giving quite a vibe to the whole experience.Great choice of beers - also Guinness+ cider! - and interesting choice of food. Chicken wings were very tasty. I saw on the menu that they do the desserts with beers, which should be quite an experience.”

4.7 Superb76 Reviews

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Babette

Babette 2033 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley New American • $$
2033 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley

“What a great find! We went for brunch and shared two dishes - one was a twist on eggs Benedict and the other was a version of shrimp tacos with shells made out of mozzarella cheese. We loved the completely different way that the dishes were prepared from your typical brunch fare. The flavors and textures were totally surprising and delicious! Also experienced excellent and enthusiastic service and had a nice chat with one of the owners. We will be back!”

4.4 Superb102 Reviews
Rojbas Mediterranean Grill 1901 University Ave, Berkeley Middle Eastern • $$
1901 University Ave, Berkeley

“Recently eaten at Ronna’s Grill! I got the Alexander Plate, and we also sampled some of the Kunefe. The alexander plate was decent, though the sauce seemed like a typical marinara sauce rather than the tomato paste based sauce i’m used to. The Kunefe was ? with just the right ratio of cheese to syrup that made it addicting as hell. The service was warm and friendly! Food 6/10 Service 8/10”

4.5 Superb225 Reviews

Cheap Eats

The Walnut Tavern Bar & Grill 1508 Walnut St, Berkeley American • $$
1508 Walnut St, Berkeley

“The atmosphere of this place is cool and the food is beyond amazing. I don't think I've had anything here I disliked, I loved everything I had though. I'd definitely recommend this restaurant... one of my favorite places in Berekley.”

4.9 Superb43 Reviews
Eggy’s Neighborhood Kitchen 1511 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Brunch • $$
1511 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“This is a top tier Berkeley brunch spot! The food was great and I was amazed at how efficient the staff was, especially since this place is busy busy busy! All the food I tried was amazing. The churro waffles were so good: crispy and generously coated in sugar and cinnamon with fresh fruit and ice cream! The short rib hash was soooo good. The meat was so flavorful and tender. We were here for a birthday and they even gave us a birthday treat for the celebrant (MORE churro waffles! 2 pcs) What impressed me most was how efficient the staff ran this place! The line was super long - but don't be intimidated. The line is to place your order at a counter, then you take your order number and find a seat. The staff was helpful in getting us sat. The food comes out super fast after that. Would highly recommend this place!”

4.5 Superb214 Reviews
Himalayan Tandoori and Curry House 1645 Solano Ave, Berkeley Himalayan/Nepalese • $$
1645 Solano Ave, Berkeley

“Nothing too fancy. But great food. Tandoori salmon was great! Tandoori chicken was a bit dry. Though they used chicken breast which is usually dry. Dipping the chicken in the tasty Tikka sauce helped. Excellent Naan! Mango lassi was thick and tasty. Lamb tandoori was overcooked. Would come back to try more dishes, now knowing which to avoid.”

4.8 Superb51 Reviews
Julia's Restaurant 2315 Durant Ave 2nd floor, Berkeley French • $$$
2315 Durant Ave 2nd floor, Berkeley

“lovely dinner lovely experience. I am coming again on the 23rd. I'm having trouble making reservations but I will call to make sure I can get four of us there at 5 o'clock and will be seeing the show at Central Works and I was told that we can get a discount I hope that's true, thank you for a wonderful evening”

4.5 Superb154 Reviews
Sushi California 2033 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley Sushi • $$
2033 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley

“Loved the flavor and quality of the meal! The atmosphere is always perfect and honestly I've been going here for second and its still my favorite sushi spot!”

4.3 Superb128 Reviews
The Butcher’s Son Vegan Delicatessen & Bakery 1954 University Ave, Berkeley Vegan • $$
1954 University Ave, Berkeley

“I had the "Jalapeño Business", a sort of cheesesteak with amazing plant steak, slightly less amazing bacon, and a nice greasy bun. The staff was awesome. I especially appreciated the shaker of nooch! I'm headed back to Korea, but wish I lived in Berkeley to eat here all the time.”

4.5 Superb142 Reviews
Gaumenkitzel 2121 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley German • $$
2121 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley

“Great spot for German fare in Berkeley. The atmosphere is very relaxed, and they sell a good bit of harder to find German food and beer as retail. The homemade Jagerschnitzel and spaetzle are on point, and the beer is excellent. I love their goulash as well. All seems to be made with love. Their breztels are a bit disappointing, however... small and not warm. They also have wierd hours, not open for lunch during the week, opening at 4pm and they close a bit early (8pm)... they should stay open longer, I'd come more often! One more negative: they're a bit pricey. Overall, however, I'm very glad they're here as they scratch my itch for great German food, and I definitely recommend Gaumenkitzel!”

4.4 Superb72 Reviews
Angeline's Louisiana Kitchen 2261 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Cajun • $$
2261 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“Delicious Southern dinner. Wait wasn't too bad of a wait even for a table of 6. Hush puppies were a little too dry (needs some fresh corn kernels in my opinion). Fried chicken was delicious, as was the gumbo. The BBQ plate was a good portion size too.”

4.5 Superb126 Reviews
Great China 2190 Bancroft Way, Berkeley Chinese • $$
2190 Bancroft Way, Berkeley

“February 2024:Enjoyed a Lunar New Year lunch with pork dumplings and mu shu vegetables (not the most traditional Chinese dish but it sounded good).Dumplings were very tasty ?. Each order came with 15 dumplings.The mu shu vegetables came with six thin wraps. Nice assortment of vegetables.Overall, had a great lunch and would come back again for more delicious food!”

4.2 Good340 Reviews
Kinda Izakaya 1941A University Ave, Berkeley Izakaya • $$
1941A University Ave, Berkeley

“Excellent selections and tastes. Not too expensive and high quality dishes. We tried a number of dishes and surprisingly everything was wonderful. Really! Atmosphere is jovial and a bit noisy, but in a good way. Definitely worth a visit, even if you are not a Japanese food fan.”

4.3 Superb105 Reviews

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Cha-Ya

Cha-Ya 1686 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Vegetarian • $$
1686 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“AMAZING vegetarian & vegan restaurant!!(⁎⁍̴̛ᴗ⁍̴̛⁎)❤️?I’ve been wanting to visit this place since my second year in Berkeley, and I’m glad I finally did!You can tell they made their food with great care and the ingredients are yummy and fresh!The staff are very nice; the vibe inside is clean and chill. This is a great place for you to hang out with a small group of friends or come alone to recharge your mental health (I mean seriously, their food is tasty, healthy, and pretty!)I’d definitely come back very often to try out all other creative cuisines! ”

4.6 Superb65 Reviews
Daryoush 2144 Center St, Berkeley Persian/Iranian • $$
2144 Center St, Berkeley

“Food portions are big. Ordered a dish with half rice-hald salad and the plate was fullllll. The half sized portions were about the same size as a full size dish in other restaurants.Shish kabob was perfectly cooked and seasoned. The taste was GREAT.The rice smelled and tasted good and the salad ingredients were fresh.Doogh was good as well.The owner greeted guests at all tables and the staff were trying their best to make sure the guests are comfy and have everything they'd like available to them.The only thing that I can say would need improvement was the Mast-Kiyar, the amount of cucumber was not enough for the size of the yogurt bowl and the yogurt texture was a little like hummus (not sure why).If I want to grade this restaurant, it would definitely be between 97-100 out of 100.”

4.5 Superb106 Reviews

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Iyasare

Iyasare 1830 Fourth St, Berkeley Japanese • $$
1830 Fourth St, Berkeley

“The food was the best Japanese food I have had, including in Japan. DelIcious, unique and completely satisfying. A delightful find with excellent service. The only down side was the closeness of the tables and noise. It is now my favorite Japanese restaurant in Berkeley.”

4.3 Superb90 Reviews
Fieldwork Brewing Company - Berkeley 1160 Sixth St, Berkeley Brewery • $$
1160 Sixth St, Berkeley

“Exceptional place for brew and to sit and enjoy a brew. Product is amazing as is service. The best goto loc in Berkeley possibly. There is nothing negative here.❤️”

4.4 Superb56 Reviews
900 Grayson 900 Grayson St, Berkeley Breakfast • $$
900 Grayson St, Berkeley

“The waffle and chicken were excellent. It is the best in the Bay. I would have loved some butter, but surprisingly, it didn't need it. The chicken breast was juicy and crunchy, and the waffle and syrup were sweet and flavorful. It's very much worth the price.”

4.5 Superb89 Reviews
Royal Rangoon 2826 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley Burmese • $$
2826 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley

“The waiters are the most pleasant people you can imagine. Very personalized service and pleasant conversation. Service was quick. The eggplant with tofu was very good, but my beef curry was too salty.”

4.7 Superb41 Reviews
Sumo Roll 2173 Allston Way, Berkeley Sushi • $$
2173 Allston Way, Berkeley

“Some of the best sushi I’ve had, especially the salmon nigiri and lion king roll. Such big portions of fish. Not to mention the bowl was also a screaming deal for the amount of food you get and it’s so custom! Also came with some gluten free people and they were very ”

4.7 Superb41 Reviews
Café Etoile 1930 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley Cafe • $$
1930 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley

“Nice spot, I went for the fried chicken and croffle. They used dark meat chicken so it was nice and juicy, though a little bit of seasoning on the chicken itself might be nice. The exterior was great and crunchy, and the croffle was nice and dense and chewy as you might expect such a combination to be. Will likely come back for this dish again.”

4.4 Superb202 Reviews
Lo Coco's 1400 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Italian • $$
1400 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“The customer service was above and beyond. Frank was so thoughtful and had some surprise food for us as soon as we got seated after the wait.All of the food we had was so fresh and absolutely delicious!”

4.6 Superb55 Reviews
Wine So Cru 800 University Ave, Berkeley Wine Bar • $$
800 University Ave, Berkeley

“A lovely neighborhood wine bar with great service from owners Nubeer and Sonny with expertly curated wines (by the glass, bottle, or flights) plus a small retail shop for take home bottles!”

4.7 Superb38 Reviews

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Cafe M

Cafe M 1799 Fourth St #F, Berkeley American • $$
1799 Fourth St #F, Berkeley

“The atmosphere can be quite loud at times, but the food is always good. Big portions here. Highly recommend getting the omelets.Parking: Parking right in front of the restaurant.”

4.5 Superb77 Reviews

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Addis

Addis 6100 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley Ethiopian • $$
6100 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley

“Good food! Good customer service! One of my favorite Ethiopian restaurant The place looks like it's not open from the outside. Needs some renovation. Had broken furnitures outside.”

4.5 Superb73 Reviews
Lama Beans 1290 Sixth St, Berkeley Cafe • $$
1290 Sixth St, Berkeley

“Great brunch place! The Lama Special is great: two eggs, two pancakes (with butter and maple syrup), bacon and some fruit (price: $15 + taxes). It was very tasty, and the pancakes were especially soft. The food was ready very quickly! Even though the kitchen is open, the place does not smell thickly of food.”

4.5 Superb71 Reviews
Oceanview Diner 1807A Fourth St, Berkeley Diner • $$
1807A Fourth St, Berkeley

“Oceanview Diner is the perfect place to order from if you need to feed a group of hungry people! Thank you Will and everyone at the cafe who provided delicious deli sandwiches for our hard-working canvassers for our campaign for Jennifer Esteen for Supervisor 2024. After a long day of working for social justice in Alameda County we really appreciated the turkey, veggie and cheese sandwiches.”

4.5 Superb65 Reviews
Morgan's Bar & Lounge 2315 Durant Ave 2nd Floor, Berkeley Cocktail Bar • $$
2315 Durant Ave 2nd Floor, Berkeley

“The Afternoon tea on a Tuesday is a Berkeley hidden gem. A three tier stand of sweet and savory tea treats with a teapot of loose leaf tea is presented with warmth by the long-time staff. They treated my daughter who turned 21 with kindness and generosity and it was a lovely, relaxed afternoon. It's also a fraction of the price of other tea establishments. Highly recommend.”

4.4 Superb122 Reviews
Heroic Italian Berkeley 2020 Kittredge St Suite C, Berkeley Italian • $$
2020 Kittredge St Suite C, Berkeley

“Had a fun and fabulous Galentines' brunch here on a rainy Saturday. The weather was a bummer but the inside space is very cozy and welcoming with efficient and friendly service. Our party of four enjoyed an assortment of sandwiches, appetizers and pasta. The Montesacro Pinseria sandwich bread is amazing and since it's baked w/ Italian wheat, it's easier on the gut (as we learned from the manager). We'll be back for the wine when it's Happy Hour! Thx.”

4.4 Superb116 Reviews

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Jupiter

Jupiter 2181 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Brewpubs • $$
2181 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“Last time I had a Pilsner and the wings outside next to the fireplace. Fall-off-the-bone delicious. There's a fountain., covered tables even nice in the rain. This time I had another crisp, delicious Pilsner and BBQ Pork Riblets in their Porter BBQ sauce. Absolutely delicious and nice sized portions. My favorite spot in Berkeley so far!”

4.4 Superb101 Reviews
Epicurious Garden 1511 Shattuck Ave.Suite 1581, Berkeley Food Court • $$
1511 Shattuck Ave.Suite 1581, Berkeley

“Beautiful place and nice concept with delicious food.The sinks in both downstairs bathrooms don’t work (with signs telling customers not to tamper with the plumbing, so clearly not a problem only since today). This makes me wonder where the staff wash their hands - it’s definitely not in the bathrooms.”

4.6 Superb36 Reviews
Bartavelle Cafe 1621 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley Cafe • $$
1621 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley

“This review is for the dinner service, which is lovely, full of charm, and has a serious appreciation for food as art. Each dish was incredibly flavorful, curated, and came with fresh ingredients. Overall, the dishes had quality ingredients that were thoughtfully put together, and well worth the value. The vibe and ambiance was fit for both a playful date and an evening with friends. The person behind the counter was also very kind and took his time to suggest wine pairings and dishes. So grateful for this place -- it definitely is a spot for good dining in Berkeley.”

4.2 Good84 Reviews
The Faculty Club University of California, Berkeley, Minor Ln, Berkeley American • $$$
University of California, Berkeley, Minor Ln, Berkeley

“Great piece of history on campus that also has decent food and a cool little bar tucked away on the corner. The staff are great to work with. Not sure what staying here is like but probably a step above a 3 star hotel. Book ahead of game day. Nice spot on campus.Walkability: Close to campanile and HaasNoteworthy details: Cool historical lodge feel. Great patios to rent out.”

4.4 Superb89 Reviews
Tigerlily 1513 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Indian • $$
1513 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“superb experience at this restaurant, highly recommend the nachos, and the chicken sambosa. the man serving us was Atul and is a very genuine soul. Cant wait to have dinner at Tigerlily ”

4.5 Superb50 Reviews
Anchalee 1096 Dwight Way #1094, Berkeley Thai • $$
1096 Dwight Way #1094, Berkeley

“This place feels like you’re on the set of Friends, but also at a Thai restaurant. Very comfortable, cozy. Owner is usually sipping a glass of wine in the front window. A+ vibes.”

4.3 Superb239 Reviews

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Kirala

Kirala 2100 Ward St, Berkeley Japanese • $$
2100 Ward St, Berkeley

“This is a wonderful Japanese restaurant. There is often a wait for a table, but the waits are usually short. The rolls are wonderful. My favorite is the Dragon roll. There is a large menu with Japanese salads, sushi, bento boxes, sashimi, noodles and tempura.”

4.4 Superb72 Reviews
Tupper & Reed 2271 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Cocktail Bar • $$
2271 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“A cool spot for cocktails and to catch up with friends. If you're looking for charming ambiance for a date then you can't go wrong with Tupper & Reed. The place has enough character and romantic dining nooks upstairs to properly align all the stars, no matter how big or small.”

4.4 Superb65 Reviews
Bansho Ramen 2502 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley Ramen • $$
2502 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley

“Not kidding when I say it’s the best sushi I’ve had in recent memory. The Bansho House Roll with shrimp and tempura salmon literally melted in my house. I normally like sushi, but I don’t love it. I LOVED their sushi. My family also absolutely loved their ramen. Don’t walk here, RUN. Cherry on the cake was that it’s a cute little place.”

4.3 Superb174 Reviews
Mint Leaf 2865 Seventh St, Berkeley Vietnamese • $$
2865 Seventh St, Berkeley

“An absolute gem in the heart of corporate buildings and a bougie grocery store (Berkeley Bowl) nearby. It's been awhile since I stopped by Mint Leaf for some lunch, and boy did I miss their spring rolls so bad. I'm an SJ foodie, which means that I've had my fair share of Việt food back home. There's no place that I've visited near home that sells spring rolls as well as Mint Leaf does! It's unique, fun, and so tasty! Whose ingenious idea was it to incorporate a crispy tempura shrimp in the center of a spring roll and pay homage to California'a wild obsession of avocados by incorporating them into the rolls themselves?! I usually feel healthy eating spring rolls, but the rolls at Mint Leaf gave me a mix of healthy and indulgent with the crispy tempura shrimp edge and abundant leafy green lettuce and avocado in their spring rolls! I had dined at their Oakland branch (also just as tasty and please say hi to Tony for me) when I was barely starting middle school. It's wonderful to know that this mom n' pop shop survived the pandemic, especially during these rough economic times. Their garlic noodles with scallop and shrimp is still as good as ever. All the shrimps were gigantic and the scallops were plump and juicy. My partner had their paella claypot and really enjoyed it! I unfortunately did not sample, so I will leave it to him to review that dish heh. We also shared a side of crispy egg rolls and a nice basket of sweet potato fries with a curry dip! Overall, service was superb and all workers were kind and courteous. The atmosphere in the restaurant was also very calm and the space felt so open and free with all the natural lighting from the big windows. If anything, I wished my workplace was nearby. This is a great place to grab a bite with a coworker~ Berkeley Bowl is next door too, so you can also shop for dinner after eating here. 10/10 recommend~ I can't wait to return to Mint Leaf again!”

4.3 Superb159 Reviews
King Yen 2995 College Ave, Berkeley Chinese • $$
2995 College Ave, Berkeley

“I have been going to King Yen for over 20 years, it is always a wonderful experience and upon leaving I look forward to the next time I go there.Everyone who works there is just as nice as are the owners who provide a personal touch to every visit or when you see them in the Elmwood area.If you have not eaten here, you should and if you have you know exactly what I mean and I know you are like me and will return soon.Thanks to everyone at King Yen for all they do to make it a great experience.”

4.5 Superb36 Reviews
Homeroom Berkeley 1313 Ninth St #130, Berkeley Comfort Food • $$
1313 Ninth St #130, Berkeley

“Great food and the place is nice and spacious. Our server Jack was great, he recommended one of their secret menu plates. If you want to try, ask for Jack he will let you know.”

4.4 Superb57 Reviews
Thai Delight Cuisine 1700 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Thai • $$
1700 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“It's wonderful to have a high quality Thai restaurant in the neighborhood. Thai Delight does a good job with the menu, and the ambience is great. Casual but very clean, quiet, and comfy. The new owners have transformed one wall into a charming mural that defies description. Service is at times uneven but mostly warm and attentive. It's become our go-to spot.”

4.3 Superb150 Reviews

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Noody

Noody 2431 Durant Ave Suite B, Berkeley Asian Fusion • $$
2431 Durant Ave Suite B, Berkeley

“service is fast, food is delicious. my favorite is carbonara, also tried pad thai, garlic fried chicken, ramyeon bbq pork etc. the only thing is that the pink milk is NOTHING like the photo- it looks straight up like pepto bismol and I have no idea what flavor it is, it just tastes artificial.”

4.4 Superb54 Reviews
Mehak Indian Cuisine 2449 Sacramento St, Berkeley Indian • $$
2449 Sacramento St, Berkeley

“Authentic quiet high quality family run. Plus you get a view of the sunset strangely because of the angle of their large windows. We had salmon Tikka that was fantastic and lamb biryani perfect. generous portions too.”

4.4 Superb53 Reviews

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Pho Le

Pho Le 1301 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley Vietnamese • $$
1301 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley

“Wonderful mom and pop Chinese/Vietnamese restaurant. Dishes are very good, mostly classical. Honestly the thing that keeps coming back is the won ton soup. Dumplings are hand made and broth seems to be from bones -- which makes sense because they are a pho place. Really the very best I've had in the US.”

4.4 Superb53 Reviews
Imm Thai Street Food 2068 University Ave, Berkeley Thai • $$
2068 University Ave, Berkeley

“Generous portions of food, packed with flavor!We got these dishes with spring rolls and shared it all1. Sweet chicken on rice - crispy sweet & spicy chicken came with rice, loved it2. Pad Thai3. Duck noodle soupDelicious and packaged very well.”

4.3 Superb130 Reviews
Summer Kitchen +Bakeshop 2944 College Ave, Berkeley American • $$
2944 College Ave, Berkeley

“This hidden gem is awesome. Stopped in here to grab a salad with chicken, to go. It was one of the best I’ve ever had. Very fast service. Looking forward to returning!”

4.4 Superb52 Reviews
Comal Next Door 2024 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Mexican • $$
2024 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“This place is great for a quick lunch. I tried their Molette, it was very flavorful! Highly recommend it.They have some pretty good vegetarian options. Would def like to revisit again and try more!”

4.2 Good48 Reviews

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La Note

La Note 2377 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley French • $$
2377 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“Hella French! This place is awesome and I had no idea it was there. Food is phenomenal and well priced for what you get. Sandwich was delicious and my wife loved the tuna nicoise. Highly recommend!”

4.3 Superb120 Reviews
Cornerstone Craft Beer & Live Music 2367 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Pubs • $$
2367 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“This bar (and music venue) comes well-stocked with a diverse selection of craft beer and rotating cocktails. It's roomy and spacious, with seating to accommodate large parties.The kitchen specializes in tasty comfort food. Think burgers, sandwiches, fish and chips, and things that stick to your ribs. They do have a couple vegetarian options, if that's a concern.You order your food at the bar, and staff brings it to your table. Prices for the food are very reasonable. Most of the money you'll spend here will apply to the drinks.If you see a show here, it's a standing-only venue, though staff can make special accommodation for seats if you are injured or have a disability if you notify them ahead of time. They have a bar in the back, if you want a drink during the show. The sound system is great.”

4.3 Superb114 Reviews
Noodles Fresh | Berkeley CA Chinese Cuisine 2430 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Chinese • $$
2430 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“Sat down and had food in front of me literally within 5 minutes - I came on a weekday late afternoon so definitely not typical meal times, but WOW that was fast and delicious. Lots of vegetarian options, my soup was delicious + I was there at the right time for lunch happy hour prices!”

4.3 Superb106 Reviews
East Bay Spice Company 2134 Oxford St, Berkeley Indian • $$
2134 Oxford St, Berkeley

“Super cute bar near campus with a true happy hour! Drinks and bites! Giving date ambiance !The entire cocktail list isn’t on happy hour, but totally worth venturing off and trying the Gumby Buck and “Love and Demons”! My two favorite!The chicken sandwich was good with a side of tikka sauce for dipping! Flatbread was move and fresh as well.There was only one server upstairs when I arrived and the bartender. It got a little busy as the night progressed but still very friendly !”

4.1 Good89 Reviews
Spoon Korean Bistro 933 Ashby Ave, Berkeley Korean • $$
933 Ashby Ave, Berkeley

“What a great find! Excellent menu with lots of delicious options, especially for vegetarians. Tofu rocked! Endless side dishes!Service was friendly, quick and excellent! Only complaint was the volume of the TV monitor. There was nice singing, it was just too loud. Otherwise, a wonderful place! We will return!”

4.3 Superb92 Reviews
Yeti Sports Bar and Restaurant 3290 Adeline St, Berkeley Bar & Grill • $$
3290 Adeline St, Berkeley

“Best place to watch games and hangout around Berkeley. Best Sports bar in Berkeley with great wings, fries and other Himalayan food items like momo. Loved their service and ambience.”

4.3 Superb87 Reviews
Grégoire Restaurant 2109 Cedar St, Berkeley French • $$
2109 Cedar St, Berkeley

“Gregoire’s is my lunch go-to. The chicken sando and potato puffs are a staple but I also am loving their hearty salads right now. So yummy!Vegetarian options: Salads are filling and delicious!”

4.3 Superb85 Reviews
Simply Bowl 2156 University Ave, Berkeley Japanese • $$
2156 University Ave, Berkeley

“A solid poke place that my friend fell in love with. I am not super crazy about this place but I have to admit that when I come to Berkeley and look for a healthy and delicious food, I check this place first. There is not a lot of options for poke but who wants many options when you know that the top two choices are the best. The mango in salmon poke is a clear fun twist and the squid in tuna is great too. The price is reasonable given the quality of the fish and other ingredients.”

4.4 Superb38 Reviews
Crave Subs (Berkeley) 2122 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Sandwich Shop • $$
2122 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“I had never a fans of sandwich, for me all of them tasted the same, till finally I bought sandwich from Crave Subs that it changed my mind lol. It tasted delicious, they also serve halal meat, so it's a plus point for me. The price is also pretty reasonable and the portion is huge.The thing that I don't like is the place, they only have small room and some tables, so it's difficult to find a place to eat especially if it's crowded.”

4.3 Superb80 Reviews
Kamado Sushi 1400 Shattuck Ave. store 1, Berkeley Sushi • $$
1400 Shattuck Ave. store 1, Berkeley

“Chef Jin is a true sushi master, and it shows in each handcrafted splendor served at Kamado. I’ve been dining here since the year they opened and can say unequivocally this is my favorite sushi spot in the bay!”

4.4 Superb35 Reviews
Juan's Place 941 Carleton St, Berkeley Mexican • $$
941 Carleton St, Berkeley

“Started coming here in the 90's. Great atmosphere(welcoming) and traditional Mexican food. recommend the enchiladas and fish tacos.Wheelchair accessibility: Wheel chair ramp on the side.”

4.3 Superb71 Reviews

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Platano

Platano 2042 University Ave, Berkeley Salvadoran • $$
2042 University Ave, Berkeley

“The papusas here are really good and very affordable. The salsa is $5, which seems steep, but it’s delicious. Papusas come withe a type of marinated cabbage, similar to coleslaw, but with mayonnaise. Overall, really great food for value.Vegetarian options: Many vegetarian options.”

4.3 Superb67 Reviews
Lemat Ethiopian Restaurant 3212 Adeline St, Berkeley Ethiopian • $$
3212 Adeline St, Berkeley

“The Timatim Fitfit was plenty good, and they have quite a good vegetarian section of the menu. It arrives on Ethiopian time, so don't be in a hurry, but that's on par with all the other ones I've tried.Take my service stars with a grain of salt since it was a weekday and there was only one waiter for the 6 or so tables that were there. Maybe it was bad timing or maybe one will have better luck on the weekend. I personally absolutely hated the music videos they were playing, so that's why I didn't like the atmosphere, but maybe other people enjoy that as part of their experienceParking: There's a cutout from the street in front of the restaurant but it's shared with all the other stores and thus almost always full. You can go around the corner and find some street parking”

4.3 Superb60 Reviews
Meskie's Ethiopia Restaurant 2955 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley Ethiopian • $$
2955 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley

“Beautiful restaurant. Cozy but spacious, with gorgeous art on the walls and nice music. My server was absolutely lovely. The food was amazing. I got the meat combo with red lentils (you add a veggie like a side for free). The we't and red lentils were all amazing, and the injera had a nice texture (free refills on injera).Vegetarian options: Red lentils were amazing!”

4.3 Superb59 Reviews
University Taqueria 2021 University Ave, Berkeley Chicken • $$
2021 University Ave, Berkeley

“We were on a Breakfast Burrito binge. We were trying as many top-rated breakfast burritos as possible. We came across this place while waiting for another place. This place was better than the rest!!! Absolutely great!!! Go here as good, if not better, than all the other top-rated burrito places. They got our order wrong, but it's still AMAZING!!! I asked for toasted and Acado instead of guacamole. But they did not toast and put guacamole.”

4.3 Superb54 Reviews

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Musashi

Musashi 2126 Dwight Way, Berkeley Japanese • $$
2126 Dwight Way, Berkeley

“Menu was Great, food was fresh and amazing, loved that atmosphere and the customer service.Parking: If you go after 6 it's plenty of free parking right outside the door”

4.3 Superb51 Reviews
Vanessa's Bistro 1715 Solano Ave, Berkeley French • $$
1715 Solano Ave, Berkeley

“Absolutely awesome Vietnamese Fusion. We shared multiple dishes among our table of 4 and every single dish was a revelation.Vegetarian options: Plenty of choices for vegetarians. The vegetables are super tasty.”

4.3 Superb42 Reviews
Donato & Co. 2635 Ashby Ave, Berkeley Italian • $$
2635 Ashby Ave, Berkeley

“We wanted a good restaurant close to the Berkeley Playhouse, which had an excellent rendition of Rent, and we were not disappointed with Donato&Co. One of the best things about this restaurant is the wine list – you can get any glass, carafe, or bottle of wine. This is a rarity, especially in the bay area, and it gives you a full spectrum of choices to enjoy. Food was excellent, Including a fantastic black truffle appetizer over a flan like cheese and toasted Parmesan. Pastas were fresh and delicious. Great server who provided excellent recommendations. Highly recommended! ”

4.2 Good260 Reviews
Da Lian Restaurant 1674 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Chinese • $$
1674 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“The eggplant clay pot was a destination dish! And the scallion pancakes are unexpected and delicious. Lovely plates and teapot!Vegetarian options: Noodle dishes can be made meatless but I wonder if some of the flavor is lost.”

4.3 Superb40 Reviews
Razan's Organic Kitchen traditional and classic shawarma. 2119 Kittredge St, Berkeley Mediterranean • $$
2119 Kittredge St, Berkeley

“This place has been around forever and I hope it stays around forever. The food is all amazing, falafels are made fresh to order. A classic.Vegetarian options: Falafel, soups, burrito, smoothies and more.”

4.3 Superb39 Reviews
Donkey & Goat Winery, Tasting Room & Wine Shop 1340 Fifth St, Berkeley Wineries • $$
1340 Fifth St, Berkeley

“This place is amazing! The sparkling wine is really tasty and the ambiance is lovely. Great for families with littles and ample outdoor seating. Great vibe. A gem!”

4.3 Superb39 Reviews
The Musical Offering Cafe~Bistro 2430 Bancroft Way, Berkeley Bistros • $$
2430 Bancroft Way, Berkeley

“My favorite place in Berkeley to meet friends for breakfast or lunch. The food is okay, but the ambiance is excellent. This place often gets crowded, so it's advisable to plan to go there in advance.”

4.3 Superb38 Reviews

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Comal

Comal 2020 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley Mexican • $$
2020 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

“The food was delicious. We had Mixiote de pollo (Chicken leg and thigh, potatoes, nopales, ancho chile salsa, $21), Quesadillas (Hen-of-the-woods mushrooms, epazote, habanero salsa, $15), and for desert, Oaxacan chocolate budin ($10). The service was wonderful. The server gave us ample time to place our order while we were catching up with each other.”

4 Good184 Reviews
Riva Cucina 800 Heinz Ave #19, Berkeley Italian • $$
800 Heinz Ave #19, Berkeley

“A long overdue review as I came here in May for BRW to go. We got 4 BRW prix fixe menu for $40 each for us and my parents and added a lamb shank from their regular menu as well. The mushroom soup was light and flavorful with every sip due to the porcini broth. Since I rarely fry things myself, anytime I see arancini available, I almost always get them and these definitely did not disappoint. Three of us got the crab raviolis which just like the soup was delicious from the first bite to the last. The porchetta was good but personally I preferred those crab raviolis instead. Since my dad loves lamb shanks, we had to order one to try and it was dad approved. For dessert, it was 50/50 chocolate torte and blood orange panna cotta. For chocolate lovers, that torte is decadent and satisfying. For non-chocolate lovers, that panna cotta was a great alternate, but again for me, chocolate was the way to go.”

4.4 Superb20 Reviews
Red Tomato Pizza House 2017 University Ave, Berkeley Pizza • $$
2017 University Ave, Berkeley

“Loved the vibes, wonderful & friendly service, food was DELISH!!!!!!!! :0I've lived in Bezerkeley for hella long, and I can't believe I've never eaten here before tonight!!!Freakin AWESOME, ????Went there with my gfWe're vegetarians.This place has fantastic veggie + vegan options. We ordered the House Special, which is a vegetarian pizza ?SUPER DANK, Bro...!It was TOO GOOD!!!!!!!The vibes were CHILLIN, HARD!!!!Got like, some snowboarding videos playing on one, some cute animal videos on another screen, cool themes, music was like, some really good light chillstep techno kinda background dance music that kept my feet tappin and it's still stuck in my head.Bros, Life Pro Tip, use code "Local" or "Locals" or something for 20% off if you order online? Idk exactly. Will try next time. DEFINITELY coming back!!!My gf only likes Indian food, and apparently these ppls pizza.We signed up for their free VIP membership club, this place is so FIRE?It's like $30 for a big pizza, with smaller sizes available for personal pizzas...We got the 14-inch and shared, it was like $33 after tax... They have a 16-inch, like an 8-inch, 10-, 12-...Vegetarian options: Their main house special is lacto-veg (has dairy, mozzarella) and none of their stuff has any eggs, apparently, according to staff. Huge veggie and also huge vegan menuKid-friendliness: They had nice family-friendly, upbeat music, really nice atmosphere, screens playing nice things with animals and stuff all around”

4.3 Superb34 Reviews
Passione Emporio on 5th 2324 a Fifth St, Berkeley Italian • $$
2324 a Fifth St, Berkeley

“My favorite Italian place! The food is always fresh and delicious, the service is fantastic, and we love the vibe, too. They have lots of dairy-free and gluten-free options that are just as delicious, too.”

4.2 Good125 Reviews
Berkeley Social Club 2050 University Ave, Berkeley Korean • $$
2050 University Ave, Berkeley

“The service is not that great. We went on a Friday night and it was not busy but they did take a lot of time to take our orders. Besides that the food and the cocktails were really good.”

4.2 Good113 Reviews

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