Live/Raw Food Restaurants near Berkeley, CA

“Q: Why do almost all brands of raw almond butter and raw tahini taste nothing like raw almonds or raw sesame seeds? A: Because those nut butters and tahinis are not really raw. Though the nuts and seeds began raw, the high-heat process of grinding roasts those nuts and seeds. My question above was slyly qualified with the word "almost" in the phrase "almost all brands." Because Living Tree's almond butter and tahini do indeed taste like raw almonds and raw sesame seeds. They claim to "slice" (whatever that means), not grind, their nut butters and tahinis. Whatever it is that "slice" means, it makes a difference, because theirs is the best raw almond butter and best raw tahini on the market. I first tried theirs 25 years ago, and I have never been able to settle for any other brand since then. I used to mail order their products by the case directly from Living Tree, until 5 years ago, when I found a local source here in Connecticut. Good news for residents of shoreline Connecticut. Both Foodworks stores in Old Saybrook and Guilford carry Living Tree's raw nut butters and raw tahini, and my hope of informing CT residents of this is why I have posted this review.“

“Amazing food and wine, great view“

“This is so delicious!! It’s ginger makes it spicy, yet sweet. I wish I had known about this juice sooner, since I’m moving away from San Francisco:( Though the bottle is 9 oz. it’s still a substantial drink! So delicious and gives me energy!“

“Such a magical place!!! Great food and the owners make you feel at home. Love it!“

“The vibes outside on a beautiful day were lovely, and everyone seemed really nice, but spending ~$125 and feeling hungry afterwards was a bit of a bummer. (Fish and chips, salad, 2 chowders, some raw and some grilled oysters. In retrospect the move might have been to order some more fries for the calories.) Came here with partner & parents and sat outside. One issue was that the music was way too loud to be able to have a conversation without yelling. After waiting a while for raw oysters checked in with waitstaff and found they’d misdelivered the order to a different table. (It was a super busy night.) I wasn’t a huge fan of the salad; it was small but pricy and could’ve used some citrus to brighten it up. Fish and chips were delicious.“

“Waterbar is a solid option for an afternoon meal along the waterfront. The food is well-prepared, with a strong focus on fresh seafood, and the wine list offers a good variety to pair with the menu. Service is efficient and professional without feeling rushed. The space itself is clean and modern, with a comfortable atmosphere that works well for a relaxed lunch or early dinner. The location is a key feature—tables along the windows provide direct views of the San Francisco Bay Bridge, which adds to the overall experience.“