Guidebook for Berkeley
Food Scene
Solid spot with a variety of full breakfast options and of course, scones! Surprisingly, also has excellent Huevos Rancheros!
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Sconehenge Bakery & Cafe
2787 Shattuck AveSolid spot with a variety of full breakfast options and of course, scones! Surprisingly, also has excellent Huevos Rancheros!
A Localvore favorite for coffee. Try the Golden Latte - you will not regret it!
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Rasa Caffe
411 Martin Luther King Jr WayA Localvore favorite for coffee. Try the Golden Latte - you will not regret it!
Decent Thai food - I 've mostly had take out service but has recently added more table service, which is a good sign that others enjoy their food.
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Giin Thai Canteen
3278 Adeline StDecent Thai food - I 've mostly had take out service but has recently added more table service, which is a good sign that others enjoy their food.
A charming pastry shop - stop in for a morning breakfast treat or afternoon sweet. They also have a few prepared sandwiches or quiche options that can serve as lunch.
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Sweet Adeline Bakeshop
3350 Adeline StA charming pastry shop - stop in for a morning breakfast treat or afternoon sweet. They also have a few prepared sandwiches or quiche options that can serve as lunch.
Legendary Sushi - they don't take reservations, so be prepared to wait or get there when they open. Worth it.
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Kirala
2100 Ward StLegendary Sushi - they don't take reservations, so be prepared to wait or get there when they open. Worth it.
Love the chicken and brisket or try the frito pie. Look for the self-serve house made pickles. Delish!
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Smokey J's BBQ
3015 Shattuck AvenueLove the chicken and brisket or try the frito pie. Look for the self-serve house made pickles. Delish!
When was the last time you stopped for a slice of cake??
Why not? This place makes some of the tastiest and its a cozy spot to indulge.
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Crixa Cakes
2748 Adeline StWhen was the last time you stopped for a slice of cake??
Why not? This place makes some of the tastiest and its a cozy spot to indulge.
Known for its sour dough crust - 5 or 6 flavors a day that rotate weekly. Nick is usually there and is a flavor artist - trust him, even if it sounds weird. (limited seating or to-go)
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Nick's Pizza and Bakery Made in Oakland
6400 Shattuck AveKnown for its sour dough crust - 5 or 6 flavors a day that rotate weekly. Nick is usually there and is a flavor artist - trust him, even if it sounds weird. (limited seating or to-go)
Stroll the neighboring shops and then stop in for a light snack or full meal. Get the sampler platter - love the trio of fillos!
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La Mediterranee
2936 College AveStroll the neighboring shops and then stop in for a light snack or full meal. Get the sampler platter - love the trio of fillos!
It's a renown part of the quintessential Berkeley experience! This coopertive makes one kind of pizza daily - get the cilantro sauce/salsa to drizzle on top. Or hit the bakery for bread and cheese or a cherry corn scone.
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The Cheeseboard Pizza
1512 Shattuck AveIt's a renown part of the quintessential Berkeley experience! This coopertive makes one kind of pizza daily - get the cilantro sauce/salsa to drizzle on top. Or hit the bakery for bread and cheese or a cherry corn scone.
Ippuku
2130 Center StArtful Japanese food that expands past sushi
Can't make it to New Orleans - just come here.
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Angeline's Louisiana Kitchen
2261 Shattuck AveCan't make it to New Orleans - just come here.
Grab a cocktail on the back patio while you wait for your table.
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Comal
2020 Shattuck AveGrab a cocktail on the back patio while you wait for your table.
Comfy coffee shop to relax with a good egg sandwich
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Alchemy Collective Cafe and Roaster
1741 Alcatraz AveComfy coffee shop to relax with a good egg sandwich
YES. Do it. The Kurd Cobain cupcake will have you smiling.
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James & the Giant Cupcake
6326 San Pablo AveYES. Do it. The Kurd Cobain cupcake will have you smiling.
Some of the best Thai I've found in the Bay. Very small place, so plan to arrive early and wait for a table.
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Imm Thai Street Food
2068 University AveSome of the best Thai I've found in the Bay. Very small place, so plan to arrive early and wait for a table.
Italian fair with a California take - this place is comfortable but slightly elevated and I always feel like I've had a special meal
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Creekwood Restaurant
3121 Sacramento StItalian fair with a California take - this place is comfortable but slightly elevated and I always feel like I've had a special meal
Essentials
Stunning produce, loads of essentials and foodie dream items. Don't miss the prepared food section for healthy quick meals while traveling.
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Berkeley Bowl
2020 Oregon StStunning produce, loads of essentials and foodie dream items. Don't miss the prepared food section for healthy quick meals while traveling.
Walgreens
2801 Adeline StForgot something...they have it.
Whole Foods Market
230 Bay PlOpen later than Berkeley Bowl
Safeway
6310 College AveSafeway Pharmacy
850 La Playa StDrinks & Nightlife
Micro-brewing at its best - this cozy local spot brews its own beers and has a curated beer/wine selection. Don't forget to have the truffle popcorn!
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Hoi Polloi Brewing Taproom and Beat Lounge
1763 Alcatraz AveMicro-brewing at its best - this cozy local spot brews its own beers and has a curated beer/wine selection. Don't forget to have the truffle popcorn!
Not really a bar - a more civilized spot to find some unique beers. Great spot for conversations with friends you are visiting.
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Trappist Provisions
6309 College AveNot really a bar - a more civilized spot to find some unique beers. Great spot for conversations with friends you are visiting.
Reminiscent of a rustic swiss chalet with dash of modern - great atmosphere for chatting and tasty cocktails.
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Tupper & Reed
2271 Shattuck AveReminiscent of a rustic swiss chalet with dash of modern - great atmosphere for chatting and tasty cocktails.
This casual place has everything. Food, beer/wine, awesome back patio - sometimes even live music!
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Jupiter
2181 Shattuck AveThis casual place has everything. Food, beer/wine, awesome back patio - sometimes even live music!
Check the schedule at the time of booking, maybe your favorite band is playing!
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The UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall
2036 University AveCheck the schedule at the time of booking, maybe your favorite band is playing!
A Berkeley classic - catch some folk music or local singer
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Freight & Salvage Coffeehouse
2020 Addison StA Berkeley classic - catch some folk music or local singer
Small local pub with local music - grab a pint, catch a show.
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The Starry Plough Pub
3101 Shattuck AveSmall local pub with local music - grab a pint, catch a show.
Arts & Culture
Newly constructed building boasts 19,000 pieces in its collection! Its open till 9pm - make a night at the museum! (FYI, kids get in free and can bring one adult with them).
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Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
2155 Center StNewly constructed building boasts 19,000 pieces in its collection! Its open till 9pm - make a night at the museum! (FYI, kids get in free and can bring one adult with them).
Just 2 blocks away - great spot to stop in for a quiet read.
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Berkeley Public Library - South Branch
1901 Russell StJust 2 blocks away - great spot to stop in for a quiet read.
Shopping
A Verb for Keeping Warm
6328 San Pablo AveSweet yarn shop with unique selections.
This local fav is bit of a destination and only open on the weekend. Great for gifts and curated artist supplies. Don't miss the tiny gallery in the back.
Long Weekend
5636 Shattuck AveThis local fav is bit of a destination and only open on the weekend. Great for gifts and curated artist supplies. Don't miss the tiny gallery in the back.