Guidebook for Berkeley
Food Scene
Racha Café
2516 Telegraph AveGreat pad thai and pad-kee-mao.
1951 Coffee Company
2410 Channing WayAll proceeds support refugees who they employ!
Incredible Indonesian noodles - #20 is the one you want to get. Be careful with the spice levels!
8 Einheimische empfehlen
Jayakarta Restaurant
2026 University AveIncredible Indonesian noodles - #20 is the one you want to get. Be careful with the spice levels!
Great brunch, go to the outside patio in the back! Make reservations or go during off-peak days.
80 Einheimische empfehlen
La Note
2377 Shattuck AveGreat brunch, go to the outside patio in the back! Make reservations or go during off-peak days.
Caravaggio Gelato Lab
1797 Shattuck AveVery tasty gelato, especially the chocolate.
Berkeley Social Club
2050 University AveKorean fusion brunch food.
Toss Noodle Bar
2272 Shattuck AveGreat asian noodle mixes guaranteed to be good.
Caffè Strada
2300 College AveGreat outdoor seating.
Drinks & Nightlife
Cornerstone Craft Beer & Live Music
2367 Shattuck Ave
Triple Rock Brewery
1920 Shattuck AveLively college bar
Jupiter
2181 Shattuck AveCasual bee garden, music and good food.
Parks & Nature
Big C
Beautiful view of campus and the bay.
Entertainment & Activities
Centennial Drive:Lawrence Hall of Science station
Essentials
Cheapest + closest option, easily accessible by AC Transit bus.
582 Einheimische empfehlen
Trader Joe's
3250 Lakeshore AveCheapest + closest option, easily accessible by AC Transit bus.
Safeway
6310 College AveMore options than Trader Joes but much more expensive.
Crafts & Grapes Store
2552 Telegraph AveCheap wine, beer, and snacks. Friendly guys.
CVS
2655 Telegraph AveClosest pharmacy + convenience store.