Beautiful decor, light, tasty and nourishing food, easy parking. Music was a little loud but good tunes. Seating for large and small groups was well as for tables of 1-2.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Selina Traylor Perera
Delicious and fresh. Great atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
K M A
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.
Greg S
Friendly and cheerful service sets the stage for the fresh and vibrant food. Chose from the five selections for our pair of two-dish platters, which also came with bright yellow, saffron basmati rice. Added boiled eggs and skirt steak for extra protein (already partly eaten before I thought to take a photo), although one of the available dish choices was white beans. The charred broccolini and charred cabbage with tahini sauce were perfectly cooked and seasoned so as not to taste burnt. The lemon vinaigrette salad had lovely greens, radish, beets, and sunflower seeds. A great preview meal for our daughter's upcoming wedding reception!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chris B.
This place is so good and fresh! Some of the best lunch vibes to be found in the East Bay. Grab a coffee and a seat in a gorgeously designed space, draped in natural light. You will leave here feeling fantastic, no matter what you order.
Alvin Jackson
I'm not one to try something different, but this was outstanding.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
brook f.
The food and ambiance were beautiful!!! I highly recommend! Would definitely be worth going back for to try other seasonal dishes. They also had gluten free options!
Loreto D.
Love this place! I normally get the iced cardamom latte with the Mediterranean Bowl and an egg on top. The bowl is delicious. I believe the cardamom is house made and I get it lightly sweetened and it's just perfect. It will wake you up!
Katherine W.
Okay wow, this place is incredible! I frequent a lot of restaurants in West Berkeley but it's taken me a second to discover Tarocco. The reviews are absolutely true--this restaurant has delicious food and impeccable vibes. A bonus is that there's plenty of free parking, too!We ordered the Mediterranean Breakfast, Tarocco Rice Bowl, Cardamom Rose Latte, and Flowerhead Chai. You know how some people love a fresh and locally sourced grain bowl or salad? I've never been that kind of person, but for some reason, I couldn't get over the vegetables and flavors in the dishes. The colors and spices were incredible. Also, the space itself is modern, clean, and very spacious. There's plenty of indoor seating with an option to sit outdoors as well. It's the kind of place where you want to spend an entire afternoon chatting with friends. Honestly, this might be my favorite restaurant in Berkeley in 2023. Come to Tarocco!
april valente
Relaxed atmosphere and great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Autumn Salad, Kale Salad, Avocado Toast Soup of the Day Tarocco Rice Bowl Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookie
Located in Sawtooth building in Berkeley, this cafe has a refreshing vibe. The owner Sequoia was the partner of immense popular Sequoia Diner. It has a beautiful modern interior, ever changing menu comprises healthy clean simple yet delicious food, staff are friendly. I hope more people will discover this hidden gem.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brooke C.
Absolutely fantastic ambience and lunch! We will definitely be back to enjoy the wonderful food.
Reina K.
My favorite cafe in Berkeley! The food, coffee, and space are bright, fresh, and beautiful. Woman owned, staff is nice, and prices are reasonable. What more could you want? 10/10
Myrtille Genot
Stopped at Tarrocco for lunch, and had a delicious & fresh lunch. The prices were affordable, but I wish the portion size was just a little more generous/satiating so knocking a star.Service was great, and this is a really wonderful place to come grab lunch with a friend or even a larger party.Will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Samara
First time visiting Tarocco, definitely not the last! Have very fond memories of this space when it used to be Westside Bakery and Cafe, many years ago. Great location, great space, thrilled that Tarocco is here to stay. ?Took a friend for lunch to celebrate her birthday. She really needed to eat somewhere that is aware and acknowledges food sensitivities and allergies, for her it is gluten and alliums(garlic/onions). I called a few days before and happened to get the owner on the phone, who assured me that they can absolutely feed someone with any food intolerances, safely. Everything the minute we walked in, was wonderful. The space is light, bright, airy, and the food is perfect. The staff is engaging, funny, and present for any questions, and suggestions.Food is presented beautifully, vibrant colors, fresh produce, ample portions, the list goes on and on. Normally not a flavored coffee drink fan, but the Cardamom Rose Latte, sooo good!!! Get the Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookie?! My friend ordered the Tarocco Rice Bowl, perfect! Also had the soup of the day and avocado toast, sat outside, no rush, no waiting, attentive and caring staff. Very much looking forward to returning soon! Dietary restrictions: Gluten free, vegetarian and dairy free options.
Beautiful decor, light, tasty and nourishing food, easy parking. Music was a little loud but good tunes. Seating for large and small groups was well as for tables of 1-2.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious and fresh. Great atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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.
Friendly and cheerful service sets the stage for the fresh and vibrant food. Chose from the five selections for our pair of two-dish platters, which also came with bright yellow, saffron basmati rice. Added boiled eggs and skirt steak for extra protein (already partly eaten before I thought to take a photo), although one of the available dish choices was white beans. The charred broccolini and charred cabbage with tahini sauce were perfectly cooked and seasoned so as not to taste burnt. The lemon vinaigrette salad had lovely greens, radish, beets, and sunflower seeds. A great preview meal for our daughter's upcoming wedding reception!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is so good and fresh! Some of the best lunch vibes to be found in the East Bay. Grab a coffee and a seat in a gorgeously designed space, draped in natural light. You will leave here feeling fantastic, no matter what you order.
I'm not one to try something different, but this was outstanding.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food and ambiance were beautiful!!! I highly recommend! Would definitely be worth going back for to try other seasonal dishes. They also had gluten free options!
Love this place! I normally get the iced cardamom latte with the Mediterranean Bowl and an egg on top. The bowl is delicious. I believe the cardamom is house made and I get it lightly sweetened and it's just perfect. It will wake you up!
Okay wow, this place is incredible! I frequent a lot of restaurants in West Berkeley but it's taken me a second to discover Tarocco. The reviews are absolutely true--this restaurant has delicious food and impeccable vibes. A bonus is that there's plenty of free parking, too!We ordered the Mediterranean Breakfast, Tarocco Rice Bowl, Cardamom Rose Latte, and Flowerhead Chai. You know how some people love a fresh and locally sourced grain bowl or salad? I've never been that kind of person, but for some reason, I couldn't get over the vegetables and flavors in the dishes. The colors and spices were incredible. Also, the space itself is modern, clean, and very spacious. There's plenty of indoor seating with an option to sit outdoors as well. It's the kind of place where you want to spend an entire afternoon chatting with friends. Honestly, this might be my favorite restaurant in Berkeley in 2023. Come to Tarocco!
Relaxed atmosphere and great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Autumn Salad, Kale Salad, Avocado Toast Soup of the Day Tarocco Rice Bowl Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookie
Restaurantji Recommends
Located in Sawtooth building in Berkeley, this cafe has a refreshing vibe. The owner Sequoia was the partner of immense popular Sequoia Diner. It has a beautiful modern interior, ever changing menu comprises healthy clean simple yet delicious food, staff are friendly. I hope more people will discover this hidden gem.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely fantastic ambience and lunch! We will definitely be back to enjoy the wonderful food.
My favorite cafe in Berkeley! The food, coffee, and space are bright, fresh, and beautiful. Woman owned, staff is nice, and prices are reasonable. What more could you want? 10/10
Stopped at Tarrocco for lunch, and had a delicious & fresh lunch. The prices were affordable, but I wish the portion size was just a little more generous/satiating so knocking a star.Service was great, and this is a really wonderful place to come grab lunch with a friend or even a larger party.Will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
First time visiting Tarocco, definitely not the last! Have very fond memories of this space when it used to be Westside Bakery and Cafe, many years ago. Great location, great space, thrilled that Tarocco is here to stay. ?Took a friend for lunch to celebrate her birthday. She really needed to eat somewhere that is aware and acknowledges food sensitivities and allergies, for her it is gluten and alliums(garlic/onions). I called a few days before and happened to get the owner on the phone, who assured me that they can absolutely feed someone with any food intolerances, safely. Everything the minute we walked in, was wonderful. The space is light, bright, airy, and the food is perfect. The staff is engaging, funny, and present for any questions, and suggestions.Food is presented beautifully, vibrant colors, fresh produce, ample portions, the list goes on and on. Normally not a flavored coffee drink fan, but the Cardamom Rose Latte, sooo good!!! Get the Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookie?! My friend ordered the Tarocco Rice Bowl, perfect! Also had the soup of the day and avocado toast, sat outside, no rush, no waiting, attentive and caring staff. Very much looking forward to returning soon! Dietary restrictions: Gluten free, vegetarian and dairy free options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5