Guidebook for Berkeley
Food Scene
Manpuku
2977 College AveGood sushi at a great price. Offers to go.
Great burritos, fresh ingredients, nice sized portions at good price
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Gordo Taquería
1423 Solano AveGreat burritos, fresh ingredients, nice sized portions at good price
Authentic Italian, great wine selection, always filled up. Just remember they only accept cash.
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Trattoria La Siciliana
1730 Shattuck AvenueAuthentic Italian, great wine selection, always filled up. Just remember they only accept cash.
Rick & Ann's Restaurant
2922 Domingo AveClassic Berkeley brunch spot
King Yen Restaurant
2995 College AvenueChinese
La Mediterranee
2936 College AveMediterranean cuisine. Great weekend brunch.
Shen Hua
2914 College AveChinese
Wood Tavern
6317 College AveGreat food and atmosphere
Same owners as Wood Tavern, more casual and family friend version
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Southie
6311 College AveSame owners as Wood Tavern, more casual and family friend version
Food Shops and Groceries
Less than a mile walking distance: Star Market and Ashby Market. Other options between 1 and 2 miles away.
Star Grocery
3068 Claremont AveWalkable grocery option with nice selection
Ashby Marketplace
Local bodega
Safeway Pharmacy
850 La Playa StOpen 24 hours
Yasai Produce Market
6301 College AveGreat fresh fruits and vegetables
Ver Brugge Meat-Fish Poultry
6321 College AveAmazing fresh seafood and meats
Parks and Playgrounds
Great local park with kid zone (sand box, swings and play structure)
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Willard Park
2730 Hillegass AveGreat local park with kid zone (sand box, swings and play structure)
Coffee
Peet's Coffee
63 Moraga WayGood local chain
Cole Coffee Cafe
307 63rd StGreat local coffee chain
Classic Berkeley coffee house plus informal breakfast options and outdoor seating
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Espresso Roma
2960 College AveClassic Berkeley coffee house plus informal breakfast options and outdoor seating
Bakery and more...
Dream Fluff Donuts
2637 Ashby AveNabolom Bakery - Pizzeria
2708 Russell StAmazing pastries plus pizza later in days
Fournée Bakery
2912 Domingo AveFrench pastries, bread
La Farine Boulangerie Patisserie
6323 College AveClassic french treats & bread