Guidebook for Berkeley

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Guidebook for Berkeley

Food Scene

Solid spot with a variety of full breakfast options and of course, scones! Surprisingly, also has excellent Huevos Rancheros!
27 locals recommend
Sconehenge Bakery & Cafe
2787 Shattuck Ave
27 locals recommend
Solid 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!
26 locals recommend
Rasa Caffe
411 Martin Luther King Jr Way
26 locals recommend
A 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.
17 locals recommend
Giin Thai Canteen
3278 Adeline St
17 locals recommend
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.
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.
115 locals recommend
Sweet Adeline Bakeshop
3350 Adeline St
115 locals recommend
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.
Legendary Sushi - they don't take reservations, so be prepared to wait or get there when they open. Worth it.
79 locals recommend
Kirala
2100 Ward St
79 locals recommend
Legendary 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!
18 locals recommend
Smokey J's BBQ
3015 Shattuck Avenue
18 locals recommend
Love 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.
50 locals recommend
Crixa Cakes
2748 Adeline St
50 locals recommend
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.
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)
48 locals recommend
Nick's Pizza and Bakery Made in Oakland
6400 Shattuck Ave
48 locals recommend
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)
Stroll the neighboring shops and then stop in for a light snack or full meal. Get the sampler platter - love the trio of fillos!
104 locals recommend
La Mediterranee
2936 College Ave
104 locals recommend
Stroll 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.
317 locals recommend
The Cheeseboard Pizza
1512 Shattuck Ave
317 locals recommend
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.
Artful Japanese food that expands past sushi
45 locals recommend
Ippuku
2130 Center St
45 locals recommend
Artful Japanese food that expands past sushi
Can't make it to New Orleans - just come here.
38 locals recommend
Angeline's Louisiana Kitchen
2261 Shattuck Ave
38 locals recommend
Can't make it to New Orleans - just come here.
Grab a cocktail on the back patio while you wait for your table.
134 locals recommend
Comal
2020 Shattuck Ave
134 locals recommend
Grab a cocktail on the back patio while you wait for your table.
Comfy coffee shop to relax with a good egg sandwich
51 locals recommend
Alchemy Collective Cafe and Roaster
1741 Alcatraz Ave
51 locals recommend
Comfy coffee shop to relax with a good egg sandwich
YES. Do it. The Kurd Cobain cupcake will have you smiling.
22 locals recommend
James & the Giant Cupcake
6326 San Pablo Ave
22 locals recommend
YES. 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.
16 locals recommend
Imm Thai Street Food
2068 University Ave
16 locals recommend
Some 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
8 locals recommend
Creekwood Restaurant
3121 Sacramento St
8 locals recommend
Italian 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.
419 locals recommend
Berkeley Bowl
2020 Oregon St
419 locals recommend
Stunning produce, loads of essentials and foodie dream items. Don't miss the prepared food section for healthy quick meals while traveling.
Forgot something...they have it.
197 locals recommend
Walgreens
2801 Adeline St
197 locals recommend
Forgot something...they have it.
Open later than Berkeley Bowl
553 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
230 Bay Pl
553 locals recommend
Open later than Berkeley Bowl
105 locals recommend
Safeway
6310 College Ave
105 locals recommend
47 locals recommend
Safeway Pharmacy
850 La Playa St
47 locals recommend

Drinks & 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!
50 locals recommend
Hoi Polloi Brewing Taproom and Beat Lounge
1763 Alcatraz Ave
50 locals recommend
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!
Not really a bar - a more civilized spot to find some unique beers. Great spot for conversations with friends you are visiting.
23 locals recommend
Trappist Provisions
6309 College Ave
23 locals recommend
Not 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.
15 locals recommend
Tupper & Reed
2271 Shattuck Ave
15 locals recommend
Reminiscent 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!
113 locals recommend
Jupiter
2181 Shattuck Ave
113 locals recommend
This 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!
9 locals recommend
The UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall
2036 University Ave
9 locals recommend
Check the schedule at the time of booking, maybe your favorite band is playing!
A Berkeley classic - catch some folk music or local singer
87 locals recommend
Freight & Salvage Coffeehouse
2020 Addison St
87 locals recommend
A Berkeley classic - catch some folk music or local singer
Small local pub with local music - grab a pint, catch a show.
74 locals recommend
The Starry Plough Pub
3101 Shattuck Ave
74 locals recommend
Small 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).
171 locals recommend
Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
2155 Center St
171 locals recommend
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).
Just 2 blocks away - great spot to stop in for a quiet read.
11 locals recommend
Berkeley Public Library - South Branch
1901 Russell St
11 locals recommend
Just 2 blocks away - great spot to stop in for a quiet read.

Shopping

Sweet yarn shop with unique selections.
A Verb for Keeping Warm
6328 San Pablo Ave
Sweet 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 Ave
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.