I went to this place based off a friends recommendation! They have every single type of hat that you can think of! It's a family owned business that has a really homey type of feel when you come in! Unfortunately the store is closing this month! So go now while you can and get your 20% off a new hat!! read more

Was referred by a good friend in the cigar world. I had an event over the weekend to run a cigar lounge. I wanted a fedora hat to wear so I stopped by Berkeley Hat Co. walking in I was greeted with friendly service and welcome in. Was told if I needed help, just ask. I requested to see the fedora hats section. After looking over about 7 or 8 styles I found these 2 in my picture. Different hat sizes and about 4 different colors. I will be back for the black and white hats! Walking up to the register, I ran into the Kangol hat rack! Oh boy! Always wanted one growing up. Found this solid all black one the fit perfectly, so I picked it up! The price and value for all the hats was a great deal and glad I had a chance to stop by and find something that fits me. read more

Berkeley Hat Company - Kangol & Jeanne Simmons Hats - Hats Near Me - Berkeley, California

Visited twice within a few weeks after hearing they're closing shop. It was our 1st & 2nd time visiting and purchased 2 hats. Great selection of head gear for everyon; casual, Sunday crowns, fancy and extravagan. Sorry they're closing. read more

A most excellent selection of hats, the owner is very knowledgeable about different styles and brands. I walked out with new favorite - a boater style hat. I get a lot of compliments. So glad this Berkeley institution is going strong! read more

I came by to check out some kangol hats and they had so many options! The ladies working the store are super kind, helpful, and friendly. I will definitely come back here to shop around for hats, because it's great to be able to try them on before buying! read more

I've purchased hats here several times. Unfortunately, they are closing soon. I picked up a few hats this past weekend, being told Sunday would be their last day open. read more

Received a Panama hat for Father's Day! Great for protecting my Irish skin from skin cancer. Owner is very nice super knowledgeable, not pushy , and patient. read more

Berkeley Hat Company - Panama hat. - Hats Near Me - Berkeley, California

There is an excellent selection of hats and the staff is knowledgeable and very friendly and helpful.

Exciting fact is that I found the replacement in leather for a hat that I bought in San Francisco in 1976 for $37.50, - a droopy billed leather Cabbie hat and miraculously, this very comfortable had cost exactly the same price as the one it replaces - all these years later!!! Very helpful and happy people want to help without interfering, too. What a find! This place has a run of different qualities and prices from the ridiculous Witch hats to the sublime Panamá's in different hues! THe more I wear this hat, the better it fits and feels. I even slipped off to sleep in it in my chair. So the value should have made the price go way up, but in fact it did not! Give them a look; give them a try! read more

This Berkeley hat shop has been in business w/the same owner since I attended Cal in the 1980's! I recently bought four hats -- all good quality and at reasonable prices. The selection is unbelievable. You will definitely find something you like, and it's great to support a local, long-time business. read more

I absolutely love this hat shop. If you love the Kentucky Derby annual event I suggest you shop here. They're friendly, helpful, and provide an extremely large inventory of quality style hats for men and women. It's hard to choose because there's so many hats to love here. read more

It looks tiny and a little cheesy but it's more packed than an old school art supply store. Great selection and variety! They may have had every single hat that I saw online, all at better prices. Bonus: you get to touch them and see real life measurements. They had exactly what I needed, and as any hat store should do, gives you a reason to come back and a few points of entertainment while you actually shop. The staff is super helpful and is as enthusiastic as people in a hat shop should be. read more

Berkeley Hat Company - You guys! These hats! - Hats Near Me - Berkeley, California

The selection here is mind boggling impressive! The lady who owns the shop and the girl working there were so friendly and helpful and went way out of their way to make sure I got the most perfect fascinator for my English high tea party. They even brought out a huge box from the back for me to look through. When I found the fascinators I wanted to buy, the owner even put it on a headband for me. They have a plethora of price points for whatever kind of hat you're looking for. I'm so happy this shop exists - I'll definitely be returning! Thank you for such a fun shopping experience. read more

I love this store and so happy this old-school business is still around. Hippy-futuristic-country-revolutionary. Pick your lewk and they've got it. Need a beret? They've got plenty of colors to choose from. Need a tophat with fancy steampunk goggles? They got 'em. A treasure trove of delights. read more

If you wear it on your face or head; you can find it here. The have a nice selection of hats, masks, etc. Men's hats are located on the left hand side. Animated animal heads are located in far back left hand side corner. A wide variety of large, colorful tea party style women's hats are located throughout the store. They have extremely friendly, knowledgeable staff on hand throughout the cozy store to answer any questions and assist with looking for what customers are searching for. I enjoy browsing through the entire store, seeing what they have to offer. I like the little miniature pin-on hats. I have even purchased an umbrella in the past. Like I said, anything for the face or head. It's an interesting enough store to draw people in because there are always people shopping in the store. read more

Berkeley Hat Company - Hats Near Me - Berkeley, California

Great selection and friendly helpful staff! I got a great pork pie here! Highly recommend.

Superb shot with ALL THE HATS! Delightful staff and the best service. Not only did I find what I wanted but two more as well! read more

Berkeley Hat Company - Hats Near Me - Berkeley, California

The Berkeley Hat Company has a hat for every head and style. You can get expensive hats there, sure, but you can also buy expensive looking hats for a much more reasonable price. It's where I have always gone. read more

Looking for a unique hat? Check this place out. Floor to ceiling hats! Fuzzy hats, felt hats, silky hats, hats with bows, hats with ribbons, beanies, fedoras, wise brimmed ...well, you get the picture. The store is a bit small, and filled to the brim (pun intended) with merchandise, so plan on saying "excuse me" a dozen or so times as you navigate your way around others while exploring your head topping options. This store is a lot of fun. I really enjoyed checking out all of the different styles available. read more

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Great shopping experience. The clerk met me just inside and asked if she could help me. I told her what I was looking for and she took me directly there and then let me browse through their selections. I found what I wanted, paid for it and left within five minutes total. read more

I got one of my berets here, and its a massive markup for the exact same item I could've gotten for 2 bucks on Wish, but eh, 10 to 15 dollars beats a month for a hat. Anti homeless establishment though, they were harrassing an ex-Vet that was experiencing PTSD outside of their store, though. And I applied for a job here.... Shoutout to the woman, who upon hearing my name was Tamia, said loudly on the phone to the store owner "You've got Jakia on the phone!" When I said "Ah, no no, my name is *Tamia*, it's Tamia", she sighed and went "Hmm.... Hmm..... Shaquaylah." Yikes. :) read more

The selection of hats is great!!!! I have come here so many times over the years and have gotten several hats here. They have any hat you could think of or want from what I have seen, in every color and most styles. They have wide brim hats, kangols, costume hats, hats, hats, and more hats. The store itself is modest, overflowing with hats so the decor is pretty much hats. I am a "Hat fiend" and I could spend way too much time in here and find a hate for every day of the week and occasion. The price ranges from very moderate to what could be on the expensive end of head wear. The staff is pretty friendly, and stays out of your way for the most part unless you need help or have questions. Cheers to headwear and the Berkeley Hat company read more

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Prejudice Much?!? As in Skeptical & Pre-Judging. I was "monitored" by the staff woman at this shop to the point where-- returning to buy the replacement cap I've been wanting just ISN'T AN OPTION. I just can't be giving my hard-earned money to people that treat patrons this way. To add IRONY to this experience-- my favorite tattered & worn cap I was wearing that day was what I BOUGHT FROM THEM a few years ago. I'd been really looking forward to finding a replacement and then.... This happened: I walk in to be antagonized, rather than greeted by the woman behind the counter "Looking for something specific?" (i.e.-- a typical "loss prevention" strategy, where staff escorts "suspicious types" they're uncomfortable with having roam around the shop). I say I'm just browsing, but note that i end up falling into "shopping while Black mode"-- which means I'm very hesitant to touch anything & make sure I stand a good distance away from items as to not cause alarm. I finally resolve to look at a hat (& not even try on, cuz I already feel self conscious at this point). Once I've picked up the cap...I realize this woman HAD SO TACTFULLY CREPT HER OLD LITTLE ASS UP BEHIND ME to "pick up a piece of paper" I hadn't known. She'd stood behind me & crumbled it up, alerting me that she was on my ass & then returned back to the counter. When I turned to look back she just stood at the register glaring in my direction. That's when I decided to vacate, with her condescendingly asking AGAIN "Looking for something specific?". Never mind the token Brown Girl she also had working behind the counter. This woman's interrogative energy, & intent surveilling are something I've experienced enough in my lifetime to know what is what. Hella annoying cuz I really wanted a hat. read more

Store still stinks. Also, I received a threat for my bad review and the individual told me to go back where I came from. Interesting.

There's just somedays just don't want to grease my doo. Ah, a beret might be me! For 37 years, BHC has continued to have it all. Be it a felt Pork Pie or a straw Fedora, I've been very pleased. The super sweet owner helped me find a 12" blue XL beret. Perfect! Still handwritten receipts, I was on my way! read more

Love this place! I live in SF. I found the store online so wanted to check it out while I was there. It's a heaven for any hat lover. I went crazy. Got five hats within 30 mins. The people there are so helpful. They helped me find the styles. I guess I will have to come to visit Berkeley more often from now on! read more

They gave each one of their customers, special attention, very knowledgeable about the hats, and they also pick up excellent hats for you.

Awesome place for any type of hat. The owner has been there for 40 years. She knows her stuff. Thank you for assisting me in my purchase of 2 hats. Happy Thanksgiving. read more

I bought my Irish cap here and love it. They have a huge selection and there is truly a type of hat to fit everyone at this store.

Been Visiting this Store for Years. Any Hat you can Dream of is in this Store. So Much Fun to Visit. Love this Place. read more

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This hat store has costume, theme, and stylish hats galore. I've gotten a dress up hat here before but also adore their selection of cowgirl hats. The prices are reasonable and they sell wigs as well. read more

I ordered a hat from the Berkeley Hat Company a few weeks ago via their web site. The hat is lovely, but the size medium turned out to be too big. I called the store, but they didn't have a size small. However they immediately shipped me some foam strips to try to down size the hat. The strips didn't work, so I returned the hat. I'm writing this review, then, because of the excellent service I got from them, even though I wound up getting my hat elsewhere. Lovely folks to do business with. Highly recommended. read more

I have absolutely no complaints about this place. I've been going here for over a quarter-century and my service is just as good then as now. I wish I had some money so I can buy a hat since my old hat is lost eternity but it still doesn't stop it being a great place and my friend got some good stuff there so full kudos to them. read more

Berkeley Hat Company - At First Hat I ever got was from here - Hats Near Me - Berkeley, California

One of my favourite villains that appeared in the old Batman TV Series was the Mad Hatter. His real name was Jervis Tetch, and was inspired by the lunacy of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland to commit crimes. He used his mind-control technology (that popped out of his large hat) to bend people to his will. You're probably Mad as well if you leave Berkeley Hat without finding something to grace your noggin. And Holy Halloween! - What a Selection! There are Stylish, Proper, Whimsical, Fedoras, Berets, and even Tilley Hats. And most important for me, they have a nice selection of hats that fit my almost Size 8 head. My only caution is that this is Berkeley. So if you're not willing to wade through the egalitarian and "dense" displays, and want to pay for the privilege of shopping in more of a Salon atmosphere, try Goorin Brothers or similar. I like both, but I found the service and my own satisfaction in bending to this haberdashery's hypnosis to be much more enjoyable here. read more

We dropped in here pre YSB15 for either a pirate hat or a flamingo hat... and BHC did not disappoint! To start off with, BHC had the most gorgeous selection of derby/drag/fabulousity hats. I wish I'd come here prior to the Derby YEE, I'd have gotten my fluff on nohow! We ended up finding two fantastic pre-made pirate hats (a little over 20 bucks each) which were WAY less than the same hats in SF at another costume shop we visited. The only negative about the hats was they did not travel well, not well at all. Equal smush, if you know what I mean. I ended up chucking mine in Florida - but they worked for exactly what we wanted them for! And the honey looked soooo cute in his! I'd drop by again anytime, now that they're on our radar! :D read more

Hubby needed a "blues hat" and I tagged along for advice/fun. You can not put a price on trying a hat before ordering...but they do have a website if that's your style. So off we went to a bleak, run down Telegraph Avenue...this shows how long it has been for me...and it made me sad to see how few businesses have survived. This is a shop with a huge selection of hats for both sexes...all kinds and colors! You name it, fedora, pork pie, stingy brim, messenger, beret, summer, winter, and I could go on and on. they also have seasonal novelty hats. It took some trying, but he settled on a great black straw number...and it looked wonderful on him. He had several good contenders! I found a cute black summer number, too. When in the market for a hat...this shop is a must. read more

A great place to buy a hat. This store has bazillion choices for hats at multiple price points. There are so many styles and colors it can be a bit overwhelming. They had just what my friend and I needed for an upcoming Downtown Abbey themed party. They will stretch your chosen hat on an old fashioned contraption. The advertised price is 1 cent but I hear that you can talk them down to free if you are a tough negotiator. I highly recommend checking it out. Go with a friend for some fun laughs. read more

Berkeley Hat Company - Huge selection of hats - Hats Near Me - Berkeley, California

Based on some of the Yelp reviews it seems like people will either love this place or hate it but I'm somewhere in between. Could customer service be better? Sure but my experience wasn't that bad. I did have a bit of a hard time finding what I needed because of merchandise overcrowding and the amount of people in the store at the time. The store does have a very large selection of hats, which makes it fun to try to navigate your way through all the nooks and crannies of this hat maze. After browsing for about 25 minutes I finally found two very small sections of the store that had beanies. They were mostly overpriced but I did find 1 beanie like hat for $17 bucks, which is the most I'll ever pay for a beanie and I found a green velvet cap for $12. Overall I did eventually find what I was looking for and was very pleased with my $31 purchase for 2 hats. Another cool thing is that they do stretch your hats if you buy them here but when I asked if my husband brought his own hat in for a stretching I don't think they would do that for you... oh well. The lady at the counter I'd say has kind of a quirky personality and I don't think she's intentionally being rude, she's just trying to do the best she can. I highly recommend this unique hat shop for all your hat needs. Hooray for BHC!!! read more

Went to buy a hat for my in law. They do have tons of hats to select from. The problem is, I walked in and the lady in the counter asked her fellow co worker if purses are ok? Like WTH, I can hear you. As if I'm going to steal something. ‍ read more

Horrible Service! I've lived in Berkeley all my life and I remember going to Berkeley High dreaming of the day I would graduate and not have to be a part of the black highs school students which were made to go in one at a time. When I finally graduate I went in and was pleasantly surprised by this massive selection of hats then I saw that they were waaay overpriced and I don't mean just a little bit. I mean even for Berkeley it was ridiculous .. Now I had heard stories of the owner following black & Hispanics but I was not prepared to be followed around in such an obvious manner. It really sucks when a place is so fantastic in terms of its products We then sucks in terms of its service. I don't even mind the pricing so much.. Everyone has the right to feel comfortable. read more