The service is always friendly, attentive and helpful. There are several dishes on the menu that we always go to, the waffle fries, the time life cookbook, demon lover, and the luncheon salad with shrimp, and chopped Cobb salad.. One of our "go to" spots! read more

$21+tt steak frites was: obviously not the best cut but well made. Good fries and paired well when eaten together. The salad had some pickled vegetables and was a thoughtful accompaniment. Good enough to want to explore their menu further. read more

900 Grayson - Steak frites. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

Food is hot and fresh. Bread is delicious with their jam! Service was attentive and friendly. Ambiance is very family friendly forward and open for all size groups. I'd come back and try their other dishes. read more

900 Grayson - Indoor seating - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Not sure what the rave is about this place. The food is bland. And I usually cook bland (salt, pepper, lemon). But this place is beyond my blandness. lol. Chicken had noooo flavor. Like I was eating the essence of fried chicken. lol. read more

Came here on a whim with my friend to catch up! 900 Grayson is truly a hidden gem, though perhaps not so hidden, given its feature on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. Regardless, this spot feels underrated, and for a brunch place to sport no wait times while serving excellent food is a rare commodity in the Bay. I ordered The Charlie, their take on an ahi sandwich. Lately, I've been on a tuna kick, and this was the paragon of excellence. The tuna developed a beautifully crusty exterior while maintaining a bright red hue inside. It also featured the quintessential Bay Area Acme bun which I believe is the pinnacle of great bread. Honestly, this was probably one of the best tuna sandwiches I've ever had. And, the side salad that came with it, another standout, with its brilliant yellow beets that I insisted my friend try. I could wax poetic about these beets all day long, so sweet and incredibly fresh. I thought I'd regret skipping the fries, but the salad was just too good that I didn't miss them, a rare occurrence for me. My friend ordered The Demon Lover, their whimsical take on chicken and waffles. Unfortunately, this was pedestrian. The tenders were only a slight step up from Dairy Queen's frozen tenders, and the particularly skinny waffle wasn't anything noteworthy. We were in and out in pretty much an hour, though I did wish that we had more time to catch up. Toward the end, the waitstaff started eyeing our table which made us feel a bit rushed. Still, the food is reasonably priced and delicious, so I guess I can't complain much (especially with zero wait times). For sure will return ! read more

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It's a really good place for breakfast and quick mea-up with friends. I got there about 8:30, but by 9 it started to fill up. I got the demon lover, which was amazing with both gravy and syrup. The waffle wasn't like the big crispy kind, but I liked this soft and flavorful. Food came out pretty fast. Service was fast but the servers I got were not very pleasant. My server seemed to just want to talk to frequent patrons. He never checked back in after the gave me the check. I had to give my check to the other one who seemed really dry. Def taking it to go next time. read more

900 Grayson - Demon lover - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

Let me tell you about my 1st time experience here, when you first walk in, the entrance is definitely an eye catcher, everything in the front makes you want to touch and see everything, which I thought was pretty cool! The food was was DELISH! I ordered the Steak and Eggs, (Medium-Well and Over-Easy) both was perfected to MY liking! They were both very delicious, but what caught my attention was the IN-HOUSE made Plum-Jam, can you bottle up some if this and send me home with some of this GREATNESS !?! The service is AMAZING here, the staff is great and the Owners Chris and his brother (sorry brother didn't catch your name) both WONDERFUL owners! They both made my 1st time experience an unforgettable one! If you're in the area and want to grab a bite, this is definitely a spot I recommend stopping at 10/10 read more

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If you know me then you know I live for chicken & waffles. I returned to 900 Grayson after some time for their Demon Lover. Their fried chicken was crispy yet tender, but it didn't have much flavoring to me. So, I recommend hot sauce (if you like spicy), and ordering both the gravy + syrup, which is an additional cost but worth it. The waffles were light and created a nice balance with the chicken and gravy + syrup. Overall, a cute neighborhood eatery with tasty food and friendly service. read more

The food and service was great! My friend and I both had the chicken and waffles. The chicken was super juicy and we really liked their gravy. The only issue we had was the lack of street parking. If you go during peak hours, be prepared to drive around the block multiple times! read more

900 Grayson - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

I was very satisfied with my breakfast, the coffee strong the way it should be and the waiter was awesome very attentive with fast service. read more

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Another Diners Drive Inns and dive joint under my belt. I'm so glad I had an opportunity to eat at 900 Grayson. This small unassuming restaurant has a great old school appeal. Its tasteful homey interior and interesting decorations are warm and welcoming. The atmosphere is very comforting and so was the menu. A simple selection of interesting creations done very well. I was impressed with the service and how personable our sever was. He was as cool as the ambiance. If you have one chance to visit a triple D joint in Berkeley make it 900 Grayson. read more

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I recently visited 900 Grayson for weekday breakfast, which is offered until 11 am. It's a cute spot in Berkeley with both indoor seating and an outdoor patio. Because we came on a Tuesday morning around 10:30, it wasn't crowded at all and we had a lot of options for seating. We opted for the patio as it was a lovely day out. My friend ordered the popular Demon Lover ($16), which is their signature fried chicken and waffles dish. I took a couple bites and thought it was solid. The gravy was quite rich though; I was surprised to learn it's a vegetarian (onion-based) gravy. For myself, I got the the Tom Boy ($16), which comes with poached eggs, potato, apple and parsnip corned beef hash, and white toast. Unfortunately, I found it to be a bit disappointing as it felt like separate pieces combined together rather than a cohesive dish. It was still good but just not what I was expecting. I ate the toast with their home made mixed berry jam and that was delicious. Overall, we enjoyed our meal at 900 Grayson. I'm glad we came on a weekday so there was no wait. read more

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One of my favorite berkeley brunch spots! Service good be a bit better but I would die on the hill that this is the best chicken and waffles!! Do yourself a favor and order the demon lover. read more

900 Grayson - Demon Lover - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

The demon was great. The waffle not the best but the chicken is very well seasoned.very good!

Simple and sweet brunch. Friend recommended this place and we decided to give it a try. Plenty of street parking nearby. A lot of people seem to enjoy their fried chicken & waffles, and the gravy really elevates the whole thing. I opted for their tofu scramble which still had a nice spice & flavor to it as a lighter option. I also ordered a soju mojito which kicked off my day. It was balanced and boozy just the way I like it. The prices were very reasonable for brunch and not breaking the wallet, something I enjoy when I attempt to imagine I could make it at home. A small menu, but a mighty one. The inside is very homey and cozy with some outdoor seating. Service was fast and attentive the whole time. read more

900 Grayson - 7th & Grayson - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

My favorite Berkeley breakfast spot. Delicious food made in house. Hearty breakfasts always served hot. Fresh strong coffee. Your cup will seldom be empty. Fast friendly service that will make this your to go breakfast spot. read more

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While visiting, our friends encouraged us to plan to have breakfast at 900 Grayson, a unique breakfast & lunch restaurant located at 900 Grayson in Berkeley! While they are famous for their Demon Lovers breakfast: fried chicken with waffles! We decided to attempt to have the lighter, Potter Creek: scrambled eggs with gouda cheese, hash browns and delicious toast! The service is impressive with our coffee being refilled before we had a chance to ask! Although it was a cold and rainy day, customers kept coming in and at 9 am, their intimate dining area was packed! They also have two very cool cool coin operated kid friendly old fashioned mechanical toys on the wall. For $.25 cents you can watch a chef prepare eggs or maybe pizza or get your fortune! We will definitely return on our next visit! read more

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Cute interior with funny names! Came here on a Tuesday morning and it was very ambient! We were sitted next to a window which was a fun experience-- though not much activity going on outside. The workers were very kind and sweet and got us sorted up with water and our older relatively fast. There were a bunch of flies so watch out! Other than that, we got the: Potter Creek: Delicious, loved the herbs and the bread-- though the hashbrowns were crunchy and crackly The Not Belgian Waffle: I loved the butter on top and the strawberries which provided some tart. Fun experience for $32 including tip! Will be back. read more

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I came here on a Saturday morning ~9 AM with my friend for brunch! Outside, there were some street parking spots available. We were seated inside and did not have to wait. There were also some outdoor seating options as well. The inside is feels cozy and homey. The server was friendly and welcoming. I ordered the demon lover with the maple syrup and gravy. The gravy was delicious and creamy. Honestly, gravy is my favorite part of any meal and the chicken was a vehicle for the gravy lol. The chicken was moist but a bit bland. The waffle was tasty with the chicken. They also offered some homemade hot sauces for the chicken and those were also good. Overall, I think this place is a West Berkeley gem. I would come back to try other things on their menu. read more

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The gravy is so so good! I mean the chicken is too. But the gravy!! My son got the chicken and waffle with gravy. I didn't want to have so much carbs today so I ordered the chicken Ala carte and gravy. I am so glad they have that option because it was the perfect portion for me. While the chicken was beautifully fried and tasty. I thoroughly enjoyed the thick gravy! The texture and flavor was heavenly - probably loaded with heavy cream and fat. Haha. It was a full house here during lunch. Street parking, but didn't have trouble finding a spot. Chill lunch spot. read more

900 Grayson - Ala carte chicken with gravy (keto!) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

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The service and the food were great ! Every time I come to Berkeley I like to eat at this place read more

900 Grayson - Tom Boy - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

900 Grayson was phenomenal. Ordered the Demon Lover (Chicken & Waffles). You have a choice of syrup, gravy, or both. I ordered both. Chicken was seasoned well and waffle was soft. Overall very flavorful. 900 Grayson also has their own sauces that elevate the flavor. The ambience of this place was amazing. Music was pretty great too. The decor, incredible. Customer service was impeccable. My partner never once had to ask for a refill on his tea. Staff was attentive and polite. You can tell that the people who run 900 Grayson truly care about their customers and their restaurant. read more

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I was able to be seated outdoors with minimal wait. It's been years since my last visit but it definitely won't be that long moving forward. Few place have such tender chicken breast especially fried. I don't eat any other piece of chicken as often as I do the breast. I looked over the menu but I knew I wanted the Demon Lover. It hasn't disappointed me yet. I also get both the country gravy and syrup then blend them. Yum. I always visit during the week because I know they're closed on Sundays. Thank you for your consistency with the food and service. read more

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Honorable mentions for the Charlie (tuna) and Chickpea burgers. They're also quite good!

Demon LOVER This cozy little place is enough of a reason to come to Berkeley and fight to find parking to eat here. Be aware that if you're coming with a party you all must be present to get seated which makes sense with the limited space they have. I've been here a handful of times and only ever gotten the chicken and waffles with gravy & syrup. All of the specials always sound so good but I can't bring myself to deviate from what I love. The chicken is fried ever so perfect to a golden brown crisp atop of a chewy waffle with creamy gravy and sweet syrup. It's really a perfect combination of sweet and savory. You can take a dip into each sauce and get that perfect balance. I am getting hungry again just from this writing and I just ate here an hour ago. read more

900 Grayson - Demon Lover - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

Really like everything about Grayson. They have wonderful seared ahi tuna, chickpea, and prawn sandwiches with excellent fries or a lovely salad w/ the freshest greens. Their chicken and waffles rock. The rickeys and affogato are terrific. And they make a delicious salmon plate on occasion. read more

I've only had the burger and fries here but it's pretty magnificent! My pal like the chicken and waffles too.

Two words: DEMON. LOVER. 5/5, would highly recommend this dish, some of the best chicken and waffles I've ever eaten. The demon lover comes with two sizable pieces of chicken, breaded perfectly and spiced really well. The gravy is a MUST, my husband and I usually get one gravy and one syrup, because I like that mix of sweet and savory. But the gravy definitely carries the dish, so get that! I usually come for lunch on a weekday, so it's not too busy and I'm amble to get seated right away. There is a mix of indoor/outdoor seating, it's a very casual place with a breakfast diner charm and brightly colored walls. I count down the days til I'm able to come back here for breakfast/brunch. read more

900 Grayson - Demon Lover - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

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900 Grayson exceeded my expectations. I had the Demon Lover and it definitely hit the spot. I was worried because the dish doesn't come with eggs but the gravy is a great balance that kept the dish moist. If you can't handle spicy the house made hot sauce (green) has a delicious flavor without the heat. The felt very comfortable in the space. The staff was very accommodating, engaging and kind. For me the cherry on top was the 60's, 70's jazz playlist. I was constantly adding a new song to my collection. I definitely recommend a visit to 900 Grayson. read more

Great chicken and waffles, great atmosphere, outside seating. Staff engaged and attentive. Great food Good coffee read more

Super friendly and fast spot - I enjoyed our lunch. I always heard about it for the chicken and waffles, I must admit they were just ok. Fried chicken breast is just an odd concept to me, and the breading was mostly salt (lacking other interesting flavors). For chicken breast it was done well, I just wouldn't seek it out again! On a rainy weekday lunch we waited 15 min for a table. So it definitely gets busy! read more

900 Grayson - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

Amazing classic diner service! The waitstaff makes the experience personalized while eating here, the quality is amazing for the type of recipes read more

Love love love this place. My husband and I have been going to this place for about 7 years. Our usual are the demon lover, Cobb salad and Charlie sandwich. It never disappoints us. There's time where we come here 3 times a week read more

900 Grayson - Cobb salad with salmon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

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The staff was very rude. If you're looking for mediocre food and a hostile environment, then this is the place for you.

One-line review: Good! I have a friend who loves this place, so I've been there three times in a couple of months (doesn't happen that often for me). I've enjoyed my food at every visit, from the split pea soup to the burger to their breakfast. I'd really like to try the Chicken and Waffle, but I can never bring myself to say that I'll have the 'Demon Lover...' Anyhow, the food has been great, and the service is personable and accommodating. Especially appreciated their patio option for COVID safety. Parking is free in the neighborhood, though it may take some hunting and result in a short walk. Bottom line: I've already been back and will return. read more

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Meh...Nothing different or unique. It's just breakfast...I think? I had "The Breakfast," and the hash browns were overcooked...not crisp, but a crunchy dark brown breakfast frisbee...literally an object that could be used as a frisbee...and not a food item. The toast and hash browns were equally turgid, and made the same crunching, breaking sound when I tried to chew them...each should have its own texture, taste and appeal. Nope. Not these two items. Well...not too memorable beyond that...says something when that's the big takeaway...oh...the coffee is OK...the rest of the plated contents I don't recall...my jaw is still recovering...and my memory is still trying to filter the 3-D crunch of it all... read more

I had a great experience here! Food came quickly, the food was overall pretty good, and I had wonderful company. What I ordered: - Demon Lover with the gravy: The chicken's seasoning was really good! I would order this again :) - the only note I have is I wish the waffles were a bit crispier to match the textures of this dish. They were borderline soggy.... still enjoyable but could've been better. Next time I'm here, I want to get both the gravy and syrup to try out or mix the flavors. - Aquatic Park Sunrise (drink): a pleasant drink to have alongside my chicken and waffles Parking here is kind of difficult, but not impossible. You're more likely to find neighborhood parking. read more

900 Grayson - Demon Lover - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

Wow, I finally got to try 900 Grayson and I can't believe it's taken me this long lol. I came here on a Saturday for brunch around 12pm and there were people waiting outside trying to get a table. We were expecting a pretty long wait, but we were seated in a good amount of time. The inside was quite small and crowded and I feel like I was brushing up against the people sitting behind me. I got the Demon Lover chicken and waffles with a side of syrup and gravy. Those were the best chicken and waffles I've ever had!!! The syrup and gravy paired so well with the waffles and it just melts in your mouth! It was very filling too, with a good amount of chicken on the plate. It was so good that I drove 30min back here the week after to pick up a to-go order, so my bf could try it lol. I would come back here more often, but I'm not a morning person, and they close at 2pm. I believe on weekdays breakfast is from 8am-10:45am and on Saturday breakfast is served all day in addition to their other lunch items. read more

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Good food, friendly service, local joint Charlie - seared ahi with mayo Wasabi slaw - tasted pretty basic and quite yummy but wished the bun was more buttery and toasted Demon lover - GOOD fried chicken, crispy seasoned skin and JUICY MEAT despite being breast meat - gravy was country style and have that breakfast feel, the syrup however was way better with the chicken and the waffles - waffle was not memorable Rickey - get the pomegranate mixed with lime, refreshing, but not necessary Ambience - very local, friendly, old school joint with regulars Overall good food, good service and worth a try if you're in the area read more

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It's weird seeing this restaurant listed as a burger place. According to their website, they only have one burger and it's not served on weekdays. 900 Grayson was a staple for us pre-pandemic. We were excited to come back and see how the restaurant was doing. Started with two orders of the Demon Lover - one with gravy on the side, the other with syrup on the side. We could probably go two syrups and one gravy as we like the syrup can go on anything, but the gravy is for chicken only. Gravy touching the waffle is a party foul. Unfortunately, they only offer the much less tasty / juicy white meat version now. 900 Grayson owners - if you're reading this - I'm assuming most of your patrons prefer white meat, but maybe there can be Chicken Thigh Thursdays? The second was Potter Creek. Really nicely done hash browns with some scrambled eggs and toast. The last dish we ordered was the Tom Boy. It's a large portion of country style potatoes, corned beef, and 2 poached eggs on top. It's not like St. Patrick's Day Corned Beef though - it's corned beef cubes with a nice crispy exterior. If you want comfort brunch food at an affordable price, 900 Grayson is a great spot to be. read more

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