I saw someome make a TikTok about this place and immediately knew I had to add that to my list. I headed out to Berkeley on a Friday morning to try it out and I bought a friend who isnt a big fan of Thai and or Asian food. I was thankful to experience this style of northern Thai cuisine I believe the order Tanzie referred to it as. The hospitality and service was above average. I enjoyed all of my food and so did my friend. The pork jowl was agreed to be are favorite out of the all the dishes we tried. Very juicy , flavorful and just all around deliscious topped off with that crispy fried garlic. The brown rice over that soft scrambled "lava egg" was to die for paired with the savory tomato based minced pork that I ordered extra spicy of course. The star of the show that me and my friend both agreed on had to be the "prik nam pla" which I would describe as a sweet and spicy vinegar or fish sauce based dipping sauce accompanied by a nice punch of spice from the thai chili peppers. I dont have any complaints whatsoever and I will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nam Prik Ong, Pork Jowl
Pamela Grove
We were charmed by the decor and excellent service. Take a breath and relax as creating the food ordered takes a bit of time. We loved everything we tried in the lava egg menu and look forward to returning to work through the menu.
Kristen Choi
This is my favorite brunch place in the East Bay. I LOVE Tanzie’s. Eggs and rice are my comfort food and there is no place that does it better. Select your meat of choice (mine is the chicken sai oua) and it’s just perfect in every way. My partner and I try to go whenever we can. There’s usually a wait but it’s worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Thai Beignets
Tomas
An incredible place. They serve delicious food, have wonderful staff, and it's all in a comforting atmosphere. This is an absolute must try.
I'll definitely be going back. The food and drinks were DELICIOUS (try the pork belly skillet, pork jowls, and the khnom krok!). It's super cute in the inside and the service was attentive and kind.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gaeng Hung Le Fried Rice w Slow Cooked Soft Pork Belly w Sweet and Tangy Sauce
Alon Yoeli
Tasty food and coffee. Will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeffrey Wescott
This was, hands down, one of the most delicious meals I’ve ever eaten. I’ll be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dre
Extremely kind staff that were very helpful and accommodating to questions and coffee request. Food is just a flavor bomb in your mouth. 100% coming back again for such a savory, spicy, warm meal with various layers of texture. Tanzie's Cafe is such a treat!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lava Egg and Thai Sausage Links
Aaron Cooley
The best brunch I've ever had. No clue why it's not even more popular. It will be soon.
So delicious beyond my expectations! The jasmine Thai tea chia bowl was a flavor explosion and so light and refreshing on the palate, and presentation was just beautiful! I’m part Thai and have eaten a lot of authentic Thai food in my life and I can honestly say Tanzie’s sai oua (or her mom’s recipe) is the best sai oua that I’ve ever had. The flavor was intense and complex with just the right amount spicy. The yummy pork jowl with fried garlic and the Pa Tong Go (Thai beignets) took me back to my childhood! Thank you so much for bringing all these Thai flavors to the East Bay. We will be back for more real soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lava Egg and Thai Sausage Links, Pork Jowl, PA Tong Go
Josh Hohman
Amazing!! Thai comfort food - our new favorite brunch spot
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Thai Beignets, Pork Jowl
Lawrence Gipe
So delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nam Prik Ong
Claire Welhoelter
This place opened several months ago, & it is clear that Tanzie’s intention is for people to leave satisfied. I’d assume anyone leaving less than 5 stars must not have spoken up. I was actually really impressed at how quick my meals were ready (for both of my visits), and the taste, quality of ingredients, & presentation was nothing short of immaculate. Don’t let anything deter you from trying this spot, it’s definitely one of a kind & has me wishing I lived closer ✨
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Zachary Zhu
Really, really want to give this place a higher review. The food was genuinely delicious and one of the most unique bites of 2024… but the wait time was egregiously long. Have to imagine this is due to Tanzie’s being a newer restaurant, but the food taking 45-55min after ordering to come out is beyond what anyone could reasonably expect to wait for, especially after waiting to be seated for a solid 20 minutes after being front of the line. Phenomenal curry + scrambled eggs but won’t be coming back until the efficiency of the kitchen improves
All the food we had was so delicious! Definitely start with the coconut cakes, and the lava eggs are so good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Thai Beignets, Lava Egg and Thai Sausage Links, Pork Jowl
I saw someome make a TikTok about this place and immediately knew I had to add that to my list. I headed out to Berkeley on a Friday morning to try it out and I bought a friend who isnt a big fan of Thai and or Asian food. I was thankful to experience this style of northern Thai cuisine I believe the order Tanzie referred to it as. The hospitality and service was above average. I enjoyed all of my food and so did my friend. The pork jowl was agreed to be are favorite out of the all the dishes we tried. Very juicy , flavorful and just all around deliscious topped off with that crispy fried garlic. The brown rice over that soft scrambled "lava egg" was to die for paired with the savory tomato based minced pork that I ordered extra spicy of course. The star of the show that me and my friend both agreed on had to be the "prik nam pla" which I would describe as a sweet and spicy vinegar or fish sauce based dipping sauce accompanied by a nice punch of spice from the thai chili peppers. I dont have any complaints whatsoever and I will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nam Prik Ong, Pork Jowl
We were charmed by the decor and excellent service. Take a breath and relax as creating the food ordered takes a bit of time. We loved everything we tried in the lava egg menu and look forward to returning to work through the menu.
This is my favorite brunch place in the East Bay. I LOVE Tanzie’s. Eggs and rice are my comfort food and there is no place that does it better. Select your meat of choice (mine is the chicken sai oua) and it’s just perfect in every way. My partner and I try to go whenever we can. There’s usually a wait but it’s worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Thai Beignets
An incredible place. They serve delicious food, have wonderful staff, and it's all in a comforting atmosphere. This is an absolute must try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Thai Beignets, Lava Egg and Thai Sausage Links, Pork Jowl
I'll definitely be going back. The food and drinks were DELICIOUS (try the pork belly skillet, pork jowls, and the khnom krok!). It's super cute in the inside and the service was attentive and kind.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gaeng Hung Le Fried Rice w Slow Cooked Soft Pork Belly w Sweet and Tangy Sauce
Tasty food and coffee. Will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was, hands down, one of the most delicious meals I’ve ever eaten. I’ll be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Extremely kind staff that were very helpful and accommodating to questions and coffee request. Food is just a flavor bomb in your mouth. 100% coming back again for such a savory, spicy, warm meal with various layers of texture. Tanzie's Cafe is such a treat!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lava Egg and Thai Sausage Links
The best brunch I've ever had. No clue why it's not even more popular. It will be soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Thai Beignets
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So delicious beyond my expectations! The jasmine Thai tea chia bowl was a flavor explosion and so light and refreshing on the palate, and presentation was just beautiful! I’m part Thai and have eaten a lot of authentic Thai food in my life and I can honestly say Tanzie’s sai oua (or her mom’s recipe) is the best sai oua that I’ve ever had. The flavor was intense and complex with just the right amount spicy. The yummy pork jowl with fried garlic and the Pa Tong Go (Thai beignets) took me back to my childhood! Thank you so much for bringing all these Thai flavors to the East Bay. We will be back for more real soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lava Egg and Thai Sausage Links, Pork Jowl, PA Tong Go
Amazing!! Thai comfort food - our new favorite brunch spot
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Thai Beignets, Pork Jowl
So delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nam Prik Ong
This place opened several months ago, & it is clear that Tanzie’s intention is for people to leave satisfied. I’d assume anyone leaving less than 5 stars must not have spoken up. I was actually really impressed at how quick my meals were ready (for both of my visits), and the taste, quality of ingredients, & presentation was nothing short of immaculate. Don’t let anything deter you from trying this spot, it’s definitely one of a kind & has me wishing I lived closer ✨
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really, really want to give this place a higher review. The food was genuinely delicious and one of the most unique bites of 2024… but the wait time was egregiously long. Have to imagine this is due to Tanzie’s being a newer restaurant, but the food taking 45-55min after ordering to come out is beyond what anyone could reasonably expect to wait for, especially after waiting to be seated for a solid 20 minutes after being front of the line. Phenomenal curry + scrambled eggs but won’t be coming back until the efficiency of the kitchen improves
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: PA Tong Go
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