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    Anja’s

    4.9 (36 reviews)
    Closed 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Egg & Golden Potato Muffin (with gruyere)
    Ryan R.

    After reading Berkeleyside's article earlier this month about Anja's, the new cafe named after the chef and owner of the now closed Gaumenkitzel, I put it on my calendar to walk over and check out the food. (I always meant to dine at Gaumenkitzel, but just never made it over.) I neglected to take a pic of the menu posted in the window, but it had breakfast items such as oatmeal, muesli, and I think yogurt & granola parfait. The menu also had different salads and at least one soup. (Some items were marked coming soon. Today was their opening day.) I make myself granola & yogurt at home, and wasn't in the mood for a salad, but some pastries inside caught my eye before I could walk on. I think it was Anja's husband who warmly greeted me, and offered me samples when I was trying to decide on a pastry. I tried a sample of their almond cookie, which I have a weakness for in general, and it was incredibly soft, and definitely a winner. I ended up getting the "Vanilla-Cinnamon Almond Cookie" ($3.50), and "Egg & Golden Potato Muffin" ($5). (The muffin is essentially a sizable quiche bite. They had some with gruyere and one with cheddar.) There were also two types of bar cookies in the case, apple and poppy seed. The space had a some seats in the front, offering a nice spot to enjoy a light lunch. Anja made eye contact with me from her work spot at a food counter in the open kitchen and wished me a happy Tuesday. She was very warm and welcoming. I'll definitely be back to try more of their pastries, and I'll bring friends next time!

    Oatmeal porridge

    What a beautiful place! I enjoyed coffee and the porridge in the lovely rose garden. It was delicious and peaceful. Service was very kind and quick.

    Delicate fish medley in creamy dill mustard sauce.
    Liz M.

    We were walking on University in Berkeley today and almost passed Anja's. We were heading to lunch at another place but stopped to check the menu. Seeing that it was German food (with German draft beer), we went in and were pleased to find that the owner/chef was formerly of Gaumenkitzel, one of our favorite restaurants which has since closed. As they had outdoor seating in the back (and draft REAL German beer) we decided to make it our lunch destination. The food was excellent as expected, as was the beer. We will be back again and again and again!

    Poppy seed strudel
    Heyman O.

    Cute little German inspired cafe that recent took over the soup/sandwich spot next to Rose Pizza on University. Friendly owner at the front to take your order while she's setting out the yummy looking pastries. We had the curry wurst, bay shrimp salad and the poppy seed strudel and everything was delicious! The salad didn't look like much when it arrived at the table, but was bright, punchy, and flavorful. The currywurst was comforting, familiar, and filling, and though I have not been to Germany, it was exactly what I would imagine curry wurst to be. We were almost done devouring the strudel before I had a chance to snap a photo which is always a good sign. we grabbed an extra piece to go. + Has great outdoor patio seating in the back among rose bushes. Can't wait to come back and try more items.

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    Looking forward to a next Happy Day :) Thanks a lot!

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    The food is truly as good and like anything home made. Largely organic , comfort food - wholesome

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    Amazing service and food! There was a beautiful garden in the back as well! 10/10. I will be back when I'm in town

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    Es ist uns eine Freude! Thank you Adi :)

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    Happy you like us - thanks so much :)

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    Great fresh tasty food. Beautiful patio. Welcoming service. Excellent for takeout and tempting g desserts

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    Vielen Dank :) We appreciate your visit and kind review.

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    2 years ago

    Delicious home made style food. Friendly service. The rose garden patioisa treat. Recommend strongly.

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    Happy to keep cooking for you - thank you for your review!

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    2 years ago

    Excellent food!! Excellent service!! Very cozy! Beautiful rose garden! Will definitely be back.

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    Happy Monday and looking forward to your next visit :)

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