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    4.1 (2.5k reviews)
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    Salmon Benedict
    Cecilia T.

    Went during lunch rush on Saturday so there was definitely a crowd waiting outside - as expected of a popular Berkeley brunch spot. However since it was only 2 of us going in, we got seated fairly quickly after putting our names down. Because we didn't have a reservation, we were seated at the bar, which had ample spacing. We ordered our food smoothly with the server, but had to wait a pretty long time before our food came out (~30 mins) granted we did come in during lunchtime. Portions were more than enough and food was tasty! Only thing is that parking might be tricky since there is only metered street parking in front

    Elma C.

    Service exceeds expectations, the location is close to BART/Downtown Berkeley and the interior is contemporary and beautiful. Two brunch items from today: 1. KFC Benedict: poached egg yolk settled and overcooked, chicken thighs chewy and tasteless, hollandaise sauce - flavorless 4/10 overall 2. Eggs Florentine: generous portion of spinach, tomatoes added (does not work at all for me even though I love tomatoes), egg yolk overcooked. Side potatoes? No crisp whatsoever 6/10 overall The orange juice was cold, fresh and slightly tangy 10/10 I will be back to try the French toast, other than that for a $30 per person brunch, this was very disappointing

    Bulgogi Bowl
    Romelia R.

    Brunch done the right way in Berkeley! From hard to find parking to the loud environment to bottomless mimosas to Korean fusion dishes. Everything meshes just right. We went with the bottomless mimosa option. They offer 4 different flavors: OJ, raspberry, peach, and Tiffany (for it's color). We enjoyed the peach one the most. Our server made sure we had refills on both water and mimosas at all times. We started off strong with the Pajun Pancake. A good ratio of shrimp, bacon, and veggies. The sauce it was paired with was the wow factor and we even asked for more. The bulgogi on both the bulgogi bowl and bulgogi scramble was tender and had a tasty marinade. I would had wished the bulgogi scramble didn't have as much red onion. I was surprised with the sweet potato tots option and that didn't disappoint. The spicy pork sandwich was elevated and balanced out with the kimchi slaw and cucumber combo. We finished with the Crunch French toast and it was perfection! Fluffy inside but a crunchy outside. I would come back to try their other options for brunch and dinner.

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    Noopur D.

    Brunch at Berkeley social club deserves all its hype! Id been meaning to come here for years and finally did and it was delicious. We got the chicken and waffles, vegetarian scramble, veggie burger, and a ricotta pancake. Amazing flavors and very filling so everything can definitely be shared! Service was a little slow but staff were very friendly and checked on anything when we asked to follow up on things. The ambiance is nice and chill with a lively vibe!

    Bulgogi Bowl Green tea latte
    Stella C.

    I was craving some brunch so decided to come to the Berkeley Social Club. They have a very diverse Korean-Western fusion menu and will have something for everyone. We especially enjoyed the salmon benedict and the bulgogi bowl. Service was great. We came on a Monday at 11:30 and were seated with no wait. The restaurant is spacious and clean.

    Rochelle M.

    Love love love this place!!!! I found out it's associated with kitchen story on College Avenue in Oakland. I love both restaurants. This restaurant however has more space and the wait isn't as long due to that. They also have a patio in the back, the inside is very spacious and the staff is always very accommodating. Their Millionaire Bloody Mary is to die for and obviously the Millionaire's Candy (bacon) is too. The Bulgogi Bowl, the Pimped Up Ramyun and the Club Moco is definitely worth mentioning.

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    Krista V.

    Food is always tasty however the service is lacking. Long food wait and lack of attentiveness from workers. I enjoy sitting in their outdoor seating its spacious! sitting inside can be stuffy.

    Millionaire's Bacon® is something everybody should experience--the new Millionaire Wraps are perfect
    Matt C.

    Dazzling and delicious, my favorite place to get Korean Fried Chicken--features must-try fusion flavors like millionaires bacon, coupled with attentive service and a swanky ambiance that truly make this spot a top ten contender for best in Berkeley.

    Dirty Ube Latte
    A. B.

    My second time here. My daughter & I enjoyed ourselves. A treat for me from her for Mom's Weekend This time I got: - 2 Eggs , Millionaire Bacon which comes with potatoes & white toast (I swapped the white toast for English muffin) My daughter got: - Spicy Pork Bowl - Dirty Ube Latte (dirty means espresso added) Pros: - I always like the vibe of this place, just happy staff & customers in a beautiful place with good food. - the staff are very attentive - food presentation & flavor is great Cons: - parking is tough - the restaurant is noisy , so not a pick on an anxious day

    Sandy Y.

    Came here for brunch with the family. Hubby and son ordered crab and salmon benedicts, daughter ordered the kids pancake with fruit and I ordered their version of "jook". We call shared the KFC bites (soooo good). Everything was delicious!

    Katherine T.

    Parking is a little tricky but we were able to find a spot right away! We went on a Sunday so it was really busy around 12-1pm. We put ourselves on the waitlist and the wait was about 30-40mins. I've gotten the Ube latte, and it was pretty yummy but I could barely taste the ube. We waited about 25mins for our food to come out but it was fresh and hot when we've gotten it. It was super yummy! I liked my scrambled bulgogi. It came with potatoes and a slice of toast. Overall I finished my plate! We ordered: Side of Mixed fruits Bulgogi scrambled Tornado Bulgogi Omurice Dirty Ube Latte Hot chocolate (not pictured) The place was really pretty but by the host stand it was very tight. Better to wait outside for your table!

    Waffle & Korean.F.C. And Ahi Benedict
    Shirley C.

    Nice upscale eatery very near campus Street parking only Reservations only Very busy - hipster Menu is California fusion Items are beautifully plated Fresh ingredients Airy atmosphere inside

    Fries were divine
    Dae B.

    I've been to BSC a couple of times during undergrad, but this was my first visit in a while after coming back to Berkeley! Before going, I would definitely recommend making a reservation in advance. There's usually a line (especially on weekends for brunch or in the evenings), but thankfully I was seated quickly while my friend looked for parking nearby. Now, this isn't the restaurant's fault, but it was LOUD. We happened to be seated next to two very social groups, so it was a bit difficult to hear anything. Which duh, we're in a social club! But I was practically yelling just to talk to my friend lol. Depending on your tolerance, you might want to ask to be seated on the patio, since it can get pretty rowdy inside. As for the food, it was fine. I had been craving BSC's Mascarpone Blueberry Stuffed Crunch French Toast after years of deprivation, while my friend ordered a burger with a side of fries. I'm not sure what changed (or maybe it's just me), but the French toast was much greasier than I remembered (with even less fruit!) Every bite felt pretty heavy, and while I was excited to eat it, I only managed to finish half before tapping out. My friend, on the other hand, finished her plate so maybe a burger was the way to go. I did manage to steal a fry though, which was amazing, so I'd highly recommend that. But I probably wouldn't order the French toast again. All in all, the service was great! The ambiance was a bit loud, and the food was okay. BSC is definitely a must-try brunch spot if you're in Berkeley, but if I go again, I'd probably opt for a different dish from their expansive menu.

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    Do they have gluten free options?

    Do they offer Small portions?

    Portions are decently large.

    Are walk-ins accepted for dinner on weekends? If so, how hard do you think it is to get seating for 5 or 6 people in the early dinner hours, say 6pm on a Saturday?

    We are welcome for walk-in. Weekend dinner may take a longer wait. I would recommend you to make a reservation for a big party on the weekend. It would be better. You can make a reservation on the Yelp.… 

    What gluten-free breakfast or brunch options are enticing?

    You think they would let me order breakfast at dinner?

    I'm not sure but as they have different menus for brunch and dinner, I wouldn't think so.

    Do they require proof of vaccination?

    No, but they do ask you to wear your mask until you start eating.

    Is bottomless mimosas enjoyable on the weekends with the 60 minute time limit or does it feel too rushed?

    Definitely. An hour is generally plenty of time, unless you're looking to drink the restaurant out of business :-)

    Is the outdoor patio open on the weekdays for dinner?

    There are no outdoor sitting at this restaurant.

    Does it allow Dogs at the outside patio?

    Sure does. Brought my pooch out there last week...

    Do they have bottomless mimosas on the weekends?

    Yes they do! But they do enforce a pretty strict 1 hour time window for bottomless mimosas

    What Gluten-free options do they have?

    Rice bowls with gluten-free sauce upon request, gim-bap, salads, and more

    Are dogs allowed on the outside patio?

    Yes! Totally dog friendly in the back patio. Tied our pitbull to the bench seating with us. They even brought her a bowl of water.

    Are there outdoor TVs?

    No outdoor TV

    Are there dairy and or gluten free brunch options?

    Yes, but limited!

    Anyone know what seasoning they use for their eggs and crispy yukon?

    Are walk ins accepted?

    Yes! There are only walk-ins on weekends, and both walk-ins/reservations on the weekdays. If you do a walk-in on the weekend though for brunch, it can sometimes be a bit of a wait (~30+ min depending on how big your party is)

    Do they have vegan options?

    Yes!

    Anyone know if it's better to go around 10-11am or 12-1pm for brunch? How long is the wait time usually on a Sunday?

    It's usually around a 30-40 minute wait around then! :) I would go around 10AM or even earlier to miss the crazy Sunday brunch line.

    What other liquor besides beer do you serve? Are there mimosas at brunch on Fridays?

    They have a wide variety of cocktails that they serve for dinner including Moscow mules, whisky sours, and margs

    Do they serve bottomless mimosas for dinner?

    Yes, I just checked. They have bottomless mimosas at dinner for $20 per person for 1.5 hours. Hope this helped!

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