Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley

Dov D. • October 1, 2019We had the Pad Thai, papaya salad and Tom Yum soup. Everything was delicious. Pad Thai was sweeter than most I had till now.

Brian S. • April 16Wagyu tataki and a glass of Suntori Toki for the win!

Fodor's Travel • July 25, 2018Relaxed yet trendy, Comal's cavernous indoor dining space and intimate back patio and fire pit draw a diverse, decidedly casual crowd for creative Mexican-influenced fare and well-crafted cocktails.

Genesis F. • February 20, 2022Wide selection of items done really well. Loved all of the dishes!

Katy • March 28, 2015One of my favorite restaurants in Berkeley! Bring your close friends for quintessential European ambiance, music from the heart of Paris, and amazing food!

Best of • August 27, 2014Pork Belly lovers, travel to the East Bay for Great China's Thrice-cooked pork belly. They also have amazing clams and oyster dishes that will make you reconsider your fav Chinese food spot.

José R. • September 12, 2010Ippuku is amazing. Takes me back to a robot grill I enjoyed in Osaka... Corn, bluelake beans, grilled mochi in nori, bacon-wrapped tomatoes, and hard-to-find beers from Japan... Love the cedar!

Sam C. • July 23, 2012David & co. have put together the complete package, w/ design & product. Great space, friendly service, and completely delicious. Tried the matcha latte, which is simply dreamy creamy!

Tom L. • October 27, 2016Finally we have a blue bottle in Berkeley! The exterior glass wall makes the whole place looks spacious and elegant!

Thomas H. • March 24, 2018Techies, beer and fire pits. Easy times and high living in the precipice of the death of the American Experiment

Vasuki N. • April 28, 2017Pao de queijo is delicious. They also have more varieties than the other branches.

Marina L. • October 13, 2012Romantic, cozy, and hip all at once. Bring a date or bring your friends.

Nabeel H. • January 15, 2017Appetizer sampler, which includes the KFC, is also a good pick as a meal. Great spot for casual sit down dinner with friends. Kids choices too.

Cathy C. • April 28, 2010Gather berkeley Brunch. Unbelievable and undiscovered so far!

Ally M. • March 17, 2016Funnel cakes here are delicious - bring friends!

Tavon .. • July 20, 2017Very nice sushi burrito with an assortment of fillings.

Camille V. • November 11, 2012Value + taste? Go for the lunch specials: pupusas, tamales, and platanos (with crema)! Served up with the house hot sauce and homemade curtido.

Pranay S. • February 15, 2014If you wanna try something off the cocktails menu, they make an amazing Sazerac!

Don K. • January 16, 2010The boys and I LOVE Cancun! Their pumpkin salsa is incredible.

Liz M. • August 13, 2016Best fried "chicken" sandwich! Crunchy crispy outside with fresh cole slaw.

Asher K. • August 10, 2014Go for happy hour and get some cheap truffle fries. Their whisky selection is impressive and also great beers on tap.

dre_ah .. • May 26, 2009Best Sushi in the Bay Area...amazing fresh sashimi selection and super fun staff

Alan W. • August 17, 2014Pad Thai is much more chewy and flavorful than other places.

Josh A. • May 19, 2018Their batch brew is sweet and balanced unlike the watery and sour pour overs you get from the so-called shops in the city. Probably the best filter coffee in Berkeley at the moment.

Ally M. • March 13, 2016Banh mi sandwiches are a classic here, and the noodle salads are so unique, delicious, and filling.

Caroline • March 22, 2015Berkeley needed a cocktail bar like this. Great selection of booze and a big book of really well-priced cocktails upstairs.

Alexa (@ladylexy) A. • October 9, 2011Try the Fig Gelato - Light and refreshing sorbetto with a hint of fresh mint and some caramelized figs on top!

Rena H. • July 14, 2012Kendo dog is amazeballs, and tranquilitii tea yummy and refreshing

Stephen F. • November 22, 2019The Jerusalem is the perfect balance of comfort and health (in my humble opinion).