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1. Angeline's Louisiana Kitchen
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 548-6900
Categories:
Cajun/Creole,
Southern,
Seafood
Neighbourhoods: UC Campus Area, Downtown Berkeley
Angeline's Louisiana Kitchen est très bien. The gumbo, the hush puppies, the fried cheese grit, the crawfish etoufee, the buttermilk fried chicken and the voodoo shrimp - everything was amazing from the first bite to the last crumb. Dusting off the…More »
2. Chez Panisse Restaurant
Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 548-5525
Categories:
American (New),
French
Neighbourhoods: Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley
What makes Alice Waters' dishes so special is that she cooks with the freshest ingredients from local vendors who are as environmentally conscious as the famed chef herself. Whether you are sitting down for the one fixed-price menu that changes every…More »
3. Chez Panisse Cafe
Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 548-5049
Categories:
American (New),
French
Neighbourhoods: Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley
Third stop of our epic food crawl with Seattleite foodie friends took us across the bridge to Chez Panisse Cafe.
I have said it before and I will say it again, there is no other place quite like Chez Panisse and its Cafe. Alice Waters brings the idea…More »
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10/22/2009
I love the prix fixe menu at the restaurant but I also love the alternative options and causal… Read more »
4. Sushi Sho - CLOSED
Mmm...
Ooo...
Ahh...
Mmmmmmm...
Those were the sounds I was making as I bite into each of Aki-San's delicately crafted nigiri last week.
I quickly picked up my blackberry and updated my facebook status: "I am having the best sushi in my life." Comments…More »
5. Top Dog
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 843-5967
Category:
Hot Dogs
Neighbourhoods: Telegraph Ave, UC Campus Area
I have a little secret to share: I love hot dogs! Shh! Don't tell anyone!
Top dog has some of the best hot dogs around. There are so many options to choose from, you are bound to find one you like. And they serve RC cola as opposed to Coke or…More »
6. Zachary's Chicago Pizza
Berkeley, CA 94707
(510) 525-5950
What is the best part of living in Berkeley? I am only a hop, skip, and jump away from Zachary's of course!
Those who know me know how much I bitch about the food in Berkeley or everything else about it. :X There is nothing but Ooo, Ahh, and…More »
7. Cheese Board Pizza
Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 549-3183
Category:
Pizza
Neighbourhoods: Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley
A pizza institution in Berkeley.
Fresh ingredients
Creative recipes
Chewy dough
Live jazz band
Friendly service
One of my top pizza picks.
8. Gregoire
Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 883-1893
Category:
French
Neighbourhoods: Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley
A French gourmet take out, does it get better than that? The always changing menu keeps you coming back again and again. There is always an exciting offerings of sandwiches. The potato puffs are really that good but my stomach gets a little queasy…More »
9. Saul's
Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 848-3354
Categories:
Delis,
Diners,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhoods: Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley
The pastrami reuben is A-M-A-Z-I-N-G. Layers of perfectly sliced pastrami, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing on Acme Bread's rye grilled to a crisp. It's every sandwich lover's dream come true.
The Saul's Deli Hash was a mixture of Niman…More »
10. Love At First Bite
Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 848-5727
Category:
Bakeries
Neighbourhoods: Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley
Red velvet cupcake. That's all I have to say.
11. Alegio Chocolaté
Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 548-2466
Category:
Chocolatiers and Shops
Neighbourhoods: Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley
Alegio serves up an array of artisan gourmet chocolate. Pannos and Robin are passionate about their business and that passion shows in the quality of their service. I imagine bringing some of these creations imported from Spain like the hexagon…More »
12. Ici
Berkeley, CA 94705
(510) 665-6054
Category:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhoods: Elmwood, Claremont
Three months before I plan to move out of Berkeley, I finally paid a visit to the infamous Ici. One visit is certainly not enough; they have so much to offer! The ice cream, of course, is a must. Hazelnut, Green Tea, Ginger Snap, Meyer Lemon, Blood…More »
13. Taqueria La Familia
Fish Tacos.
Fish Tacos.
Fish Tacos.
The fish tacos at Laqueria La Familia are damn good. Lightly battered fish fried to a crisp in two soft tortilla with cole slaw, tomato, and the creamy sauce, each and every bite is yum yum yum.
I honestly have not…More »
14. Shattuck Cinemas
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 464-5980
Category:
Cinema
Neighbourhood: Downtown Berkeley
I love the vintage vibe Shattuck Cinemas extrudes. Black and white photographs of old theaters hang in the hall. Big comfortable reclining (or it leans back a little!) leather chairs and red velvet curtains settle you right in for a film on a calm…More »
15. 4th Street
When I lived in Berkeley, 4th Street felt to me the closest thing to civilization. Needless to say, the South Berkeley/campus area scene was not my thing. Sunday brunch followed by a stroll along the shops with Brownie my yorkie and a frozen treat at…More »
16. Sketch Ice Cream - CLOSED
Berkeley, CA 94710
(510) 665-5650
Category:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhood: Fourth Street
It's always sad to see a neighborhood's favorite to go. Without a little sweet something from Sketch, spending a beautiful Sunday brunching and shopping on 4th street just wouldn't be the same.
17. Crate & Barrel Outlet Store
Berkeley, CA 94710
(510) 528-5500
Categories:
Furniture Stores,
Kitchen & Bath,
Outlet Stores
Neighbourhood: Fourth Street
It's always a treat to come to the Crate & Barrel outlet. Most of the time I come without anything specific I want or need, which is bad because you know you are buying things you don't need. I always seem to find some kind of kitchen tool that I…More »
18. Berkeley Bowl
Berkeley, CA 94703
(510) 843-6929
Categories:
Grocery,
Fruits & Veggies,
Health Markets
Neighbourhood: South Berkeley
You can never seem to get out of this place once you entered. The 1083140701234 varieties of oranges alone is worth the 5 stars (I have been on an orange kick lately). Navel orange, blood orange, mandarin orange, clementine, and on and on - it's all…More »
19. Kirala Japanese Restaurant
Berkeley, CA 94705
(510) 549-3486
Categories:
Sushi Bars,
Japanese
Neighbourhood: South Berkeley
In the land of mediocre food, aka Berkeley, Kirala does stand out just as other reviewers have noted.
There is a great selection of robata. The black cod was fresh with a great "crunch." The scallops were fantastic. The beef wrapped asparagus was a…More »
20. Wat Mongkolratanaram
Berkeley, CA 94703
(510) 849-3419
Categories:
Thai,
Buddhist Temples
Neighbourhood: South Berkeley
This is a fun way to enjoy a lazy Sunday morning (especially if you are tired of having Sunday brunch). You make required "donations" with tokens for the food offered at this temple. The food preparers are all volunteers and the proceed benefits…More »
21. Great China Restaurant - CLOSED
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 843-7996
Category:
Chinese
Neighbourhoods: UC Campus Area, Downtown Berkeley
Authentic Chinese food is a dime a dozen in San Francisco, but finding it in Berkeley is not an everyday occurrences. Great China is one of the few that serves up dishes of authentic Chinese in the area. One of their house specialties, Mei Cai Ko…More »
22. Nanayiro
Berkeley, CA 94701
(510) 704-8224
Categories:
Sushi Bars,
Japanese
Neighbourhoods: UC Campus Area, Downtown Berkeley
Nanayiro is not really your neighborhood authentic Japanese restaurant; but they do a good amount of Americanized speciality rolls. My favorite is the baked scallop rolls. Although not the best quality, the fish on the nigiri is definitely fresh.…More »
23. 900 Grayson
Berkeley, CA 94701
(510) 704-9900
Categories:
Breakfast & Brunch,
American (New),
Burgers
After reading a witty review from my favorite Miss Silicon Valley yelper, I have been thinking of the day when I can be tempted by the demon lover himself. How conveniently did I decide that the demon lover is a him. I had a late lunch here today…More »
24. Fat Apple's Restaurant & Bakery
Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 526-2260
Categories:
Bakeries,
Burgers,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: North Berkeley
I love the name Fat Apples. It just rolls off the tongue. And Fat Apples certainly have something for everyone.
The pumpkin pancakes in the breakfast menu is perfect for those with a sweet tooth. The burgers (although relatively smaller in size)…More »
25. Papamingo - CLOSED
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 647-9388
Category:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhoods: Telegraph Ave, UC Campus Area
I find it amusing every time I see them pop the yogurt cup on a scale. If they put in a little too much, would they scoop a bit out? I am always tempted to ask that question. Light and tart, it's a great little snack when you crave for something…More »
26. Paragon Restaurant & Bar
Berkeley, CA 94705
(510) 549-8585
Categories:
Jazz & Blues,
Lounges,
American (New)
Neighbourhood: Oakland Hills
Paragon is especially lively on a Friday night. It has a well-dressed, older crowd but certainly does not only cater to that. Come by for a drink, enjoy the live jazz band, hang by the patio for the panoramic view, and maybe, just maybe, find a…More »
27. Zabu Zabu
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 848-9228
Categories:
Japanese,
Sushi Bars
Neighbourhood: Downtown Berkeley
The most important "ingredient" of a successful shabu restaurant is getting the soup base right and Zabu Zabu fails to do just that. The thinly sliced beef is fresh but the soup does it no justice. The sushi rolls and small plates were mediocre at…More »
28. La Mediterranee
Berkeley, CA 94705
(510) 540-7773
Categories:
Mediterranean,
Middle Eastern,
Ethnic Food
Neighbourhoods: Elmwood, Claremont
The salad was dry and wilting. The carrot I asked to dip in the hummus was sad looking - it was sliced paper thin that was difficult for dipping and looked as if it was a week old. The pomegranate chicken my friend ordered, however, looked great. I…More »
29. La Note
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 843-1535
Categories:
French,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhoods: UC Campus Area, Downtown Berkeley
La Note defies the common assumption that a long line outside the restaurant means the food is good. The food is definitely not worth the wait (esp not on the weekends for brunch). When I first moved to Berkeley and found this place, I was very…More »
30. Venus Restaurant
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 540-5950
Category:
American (New)
Neighbourhoods: UC Campus Area, Downtown Berkeley
To use the word "average" is to be generous.
The luxury flaps with belgian chocolate and fresh raspberries are so sweet that you want to put down your fork after a few bites. The country breakfast (2 eggs, amy's biscuit jam, home fries, and an…More »
31. Shattuck Market
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 665-4229
Category:
Convenience Stores
Neighbourhoods: UC Campus Area, Downtown Berkeley
Paying slighter, just slightly, higher prices is nothing when it saves you the drive back to Trader's Joe when you forget to pick up that onion (or garlic or chicken broth).
Shattuck Market has saved my life many a time when restocking the fridge…More »
32. Frozen Creations
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 982-6806
Categories:
Desserts,
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhood: Downtown Berkeley
I love Creations' wide variety of flavors and the self-serve option.
Lychee (my favorite), green tea, passion fruit, mango, and taro in addition to the original tart, vanilla, and chocolate. (I may have missed a couple other flavors.) Great texture…More »
33. Yogurt Harmony - CLOSED
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 848-5903
Category:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhoods: UC Campus Area, Downtown Berkeley
There is an excessive amount of yogurt shops in Berkeley, especially in the campus area.
Yogurt Harmony's froyo was a tad lumpy and it began to melt a little too quickly. The consistency is a bit off. Typical fruit and sweet toppings that you can get…More »
34. Anzu Restaurant
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 843-9236
Category:
Japanese
Neighbourhoods: UC Campus Area, Downtown Berkeley
Aznu is my favorite neighborhood Japanese restaurant. The fish is always fresh, the service is always excellent, and the prices are more than reasonable. Every dinner starts off with a couple of complementary gyoza. I say skip the teriyaki beef…More »
35. King Dong Chinese Restaurant
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 841-6196
Category:
Chinese
Neighbourhoods: UC Campus Area, Downtown Berkeley
I have a love/hate relationship with King Dong. It is the ultimate greasy, MSG filled, salty, Mandarin style, fast Chinese food. What's not to love? And the fried egg roll just keeps me coming back over and over again. But when I feel queasy and…More »
36. Wiki Wiki Hawaiian
Berkeley, CA 94705
(510) 548-3936
To Wiki Wiki's defense, all Hawaiian BBQ places smell of nauseating grease. It's a flaw pf the constant grilling in the under-ventilated design of these small fast food restaurants.
Wiki Wiki is no match when compared to L&L or even Ono. The…More »
37. Herbivore
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 665-1675
Categories:
Vegetarian,
Vegan
Neighbourhoods: UC Campus Area, Downtown Berkeley
I have had my fair share of mediocre food in Berkeley but Herbivore falls below any of them.
The char-broiled vegetables in the vegetable sampler were soggy. Most pieces did not even have any char-broiled mark. A pinch of salt would not hurt…More »
38. Pho Hoa - CLOSED
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 540-9228
Category:
Vietnamese
Neighbourhood: Downtown Berkeley
I want to call this fast food pho but don't all pho come faster than an order at McDonald's?
This place is kind of a disgrace to the classic Vietnamese eats. Maybe going into a chain pho restaurant is a bad idea in the first place. The broth is…More »
39. Tuk Tuk Thai Cafe
Tuk Tuk has been permanently X'd off in my book.
The very unauthentic and average tasting food is the last reason for the 1 star review.
I came here to pick up some take-out a couple of weeks ago. While i was waiting, I was watching a lady making…More »
40. Caffe Giovanni - CLOSED
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 843-6678
Category:
Italian
Neighbourhood: Downtown Berkeley
As you enter Giovanni's, you get the impression of a good family owned Italian restaurant. But when you sit down and try the food, that is when you realize the mistake you have just made by entering. The dishes look like they come from of a frozen…More »
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