First time in the area and hadn’t eaten lunch yet. The spicy chicken sandwich is beyond delicious. I asked for the chilis on the side. Everything taste incredible. The ingredients tastes as fresh as that home cooked meal that only your family knew how to make, but you could never replicate.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Simone Anne
Super yummy and fresh!!! I loved the fresh homemade bread/pita. The falafel was flavorful and delicious. Everything was very herb forward. The cookie was very yummy as well!
I would probably pay 15% more to have 15% more food, but I think basically I just learned that I need a side next time I come here.
They seem to do a lot of take out.
The only downside for me was that dining there didn't include any real dishes. I would have preferred this on like an enamel plate or bowl or something with a parchment paper.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fatima Aliyeva
Very delicious food, very efficient and friendly service
Nice lunch spot! We tried the lamb sandwich and the salmon plate — the sandwich was excellent, and the salmon, served with a nice creamy hummus, was very good too. There was a short line, but it moved quickly. Seating was limited, with only a few curbside tables that were mostly occupied, so we opted for takeout instead — which worked out well. We’ll definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Barbara Schmidt
I ordered a falafel sandwich. At home my mouth was watering as I opened up my box. I took a bite and no falafel. Another bite and ……..chicken. The bag , at Fava, had my name on it, but they gave me a chicken sandwich. Am I ever disappointed. 😢. My home is too far to go back. 😞😢
Glory
Amazing cookies! And the owner is such a fantastic person!!!
Food: 5
Olivia Harmon
Fava is the best! Don’t skip the pumpkin pudding and always get the green juice!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ben B
This place is simply amazing. I know this sounds weird, but I’m a connoisseur of falafel and am willing to go pretty far to find places that make it well. Fava has the best in the Bay Area hands down.
Not only that, but their lamb is soooo good! I think I over-eat when I go there because I can’t pick and just get both.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Madison Stratton
This is amazing food. The spicy chicken sandwich and the falafel sandwich were 10/10 with the home made pita wrap, fresh herbs, and yogurt it’s impossible to go wrong. Also tried the pumpkin pudding and wow wow wow, if you like pumpkin make sure to give it a try. Pictured is the spicy chicken sandwich that is mostly gone, because it was so good I almost forgot to snap a pic 😅
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Francesco Bishop Falcone
Hands down my go-to lunch spot in Berkeley! Freshest high quality ingredients, delicious food, beautifully assembled by people who really care about what goes on your plate. The falafel sandwich is my usual order but the braised lamb sandwich is sooo 🤤 tender and deliciously seasoned!
The food at Fava never misses. It’s always fresh, flavorful, and served with genuine warmth. I’ve been coming here for years and loved every single thing I’ve tried. If it were closer to my house, I’d be here all the time. The menu shifts with the seasons, always highlighting the best ingredients at their peak. Entrees are consistently vibrant and herbaceous—and don’t skip dessert. It’s always a special treat!
Morgan Townsend
The food here is always delicious and amazing. Fresh vegetables, herbs, and pomegranates are beautifully layered over thoughtfully prepared proteins and organic bases. Every dish shows real care and passion. Fava proves that chefs still truly care about food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gabriel Calierno
This is a fantastic place for lunch. It's easy to place an order. Customer service is outstanding. I always get the lamb wrap and there is nothing like it. Words cannot explain how delicious it is! If you don't eat meat the falafel wrap and the salads are great. They are very healthy. All organic produce is used. Fava is a great place to bring kids and family.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Emma Kruch
I go out of my way to stop at Fava when I am in the Bay Area. I am Napa-based and have been known to drive all the way out there just for a falafel plate, a lassi, and a tahini chocolate chip magic cookie. It's good for the soul and everything that a community-driven seasonal grab and go (or sit and savor) SHOULD be. Long live FAVA!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ollie Dunbar
Over $20 to get 2 dry falafel and and no flatbread for the falafel plate.
I liked the hummus, the herbs, and everything was very fresh! But I was expecting 4 falafel, and more actual vegetables, and some flatbread for this price. I was left quite hungry afterwards.
First time in the area and hadn’t eaten lunch yet. The spicy chicken sandwich is beyond delicious. I asked for the chilis on the side. Everything taste incredible. The ingredients tastes as fresh as that home cooked meal that only your family knew how to make, but you could never replicate.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Super yummy and fresh!!! I loved the fresh homemade bread/pita. The falafel was flavorful and delicious. Everything was very herb forward. The cookie was very yummy as well!
I would probably pay 15% more to have 15% more food, but I think basically I just learned that I need a side next time I come here.
They seem to do a lot of take out.
The only downside for me was that dining there didn't include any real dishes. I would have preferred this on like an enamel plate or bowl or something with a parchment paper.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very delicious food, very efficient and friendly service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Salmon Plate
Nice lunch spot! We tried the lamb sandwich and the salmon plate — the sandwich was excellent, and the salmon, served with a nice creamy hummus, was very good too. There was a short line, but it moved quickly. Seating was limited, with only a few curbside tables that were mostly occupied, so we opted for takeout instead — which worked out well. We’ll definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I ordered a falafel sandwich. At home my mouth was watering as I opened up my box. I took a bite and no falafel. Another bite and ……..chicken. The bag , at Fava, had my name on it, but they gave me a chicken sandwich. Am I ever disappointed. 😢. My home is too far to go back. 😞😢
Amazing cookies! And the owner is such a fantastic person!!!
Food: 5
Fava is the best! Don’t skip the pumpkin pudding and always get the green juice!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is simply amazing. I know this sounds weird, but I’m a connoisseur of falafel and am willing to go pretty far to find places that make it well. Fava has the best in the Bay Area hands down.
Not only that, but their lamb is soooo good! I think I over-eat when I go there because I can’t pick and just get both.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is amazing food. The spicy chicken sandwich and the falafel sandwich were 10/10 with the home made pita wrap, fresh herbs, and yogurt it’s impossible to go wrong. Also tried the pumpkin pudding and wow wow wow, if you like pumpkin make sure to give it a try. Pictured is the spicy chicken sandwich that is mostly gone, because it was so good I almost forgot to snap a pic 😅
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hands down my go-to lunch spot in Berkeley! Freshest high quality ingredients, delicious food, beautifully assembled by people who really care about what goes on your plate. The falafel sandwich is my usual order but the braised lamb sandwich is sooo 🤤 tender and deliciously seasoned!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
The food at Fava never misses. It’s always fresh, flavorful, and served with genuine warmth. I’ve been coming here for years and loved every single thing I’ve tried. If it were closer to my house, I’d be here all the time. The menu shifts with the seasons, always highlighting the best ingredients at their peak. Entrees are consistently vibrant and herbaceous—and don’t skip dessert. It’s always a special treat!
The food here is always delicious and amazing. Fresh vegetables, herbs, and pomegranates are beautifully layered over thoughtfully prepared proteins and organic bases. Every dish shows real care and passion. Fava proves that chefs still truly care about food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a fantastic place for lunch. It's easy to place an order. Customer service is outstanding. I always get the lamb wrap and there is nothing like it. Words cannot explain how delicious it is! If you don't eat meat the falafel wrap and the salads are great. They are very healthy. All organic produce is used. Fava is a great place to bring kids and family.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I go out of my way to stop at Fava when I am in the Bay Area. I am Napa-based and have been known to drive all the way out there just for a falafel plate, a lassi, and a tahini chocolate chip magic cookie. It's good for the soul and everything that a community-driven seasonal grab and go (or sit and savor) SHOULD be. Long live FAVA!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Over $20 to get 2 dry falafel and and no flatbread for the falafel plate.
I liked the hummus, the herbs, and everything was very fresh! But I was expecting 4 falafel, and more actual vegetables, and some flatbread for this price. I was left quite hungry afterwards.
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