Chez Panisse
1517 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley
(510) 548-5525
Customers' Favorites
Half-Moon Bay Rockfish with Haricots Verts Sungold Tomatoes and Aïoli
A Bowl of Churchill-Brenneis Orchard Kishu Tangerines
Baked Andante Dairy Goat Cheese with Garden Lettuces
Bosc Pear Fruilette with Huckleberry Ice Cream
Fennel and Blood Orange
Chocolate Custard
Celery Root Soup
Escarole Salad
Rhubarb Galette
Chocolate Cake
Recent Reviews
Had a lovely meal to celebrate a graduation. Standout dishes included the broth - which was an epiphany for me - the apertif, the fried oysters, and the pork loin (especially the outer edge). I was less enthused by the pasta which came with the broth and kumquat gingerbread mini bites with cocoa-covered almods (served after the dessert). I likely won't be eating here again due to the cost, but I appreciated the meal and what the restaurant has done for local food.
I’m not a food reviewer, but the meals at Chez Panisse were incredible—at the absence of a more sophisticated description. Originally, I believed that my taste buds were vacant based on my current age and food experiences. However, upon coming here I realized how thankfully incorrect I was since this was the most flavorful sequence of dishes I’ve had in a very long time. What made this experience especially memorable was the excellent staff that always ensured that our party...
Always a cozy time, with a delicious representation of the seasons. The service and food are excellent, and the atmosphere is equally comfortable for both group and solo diners. I prefer the cafe for more casual meals, but the restaurant is worth a visit for the kitchen view.