Donut Farm

900 Grayson has been around for so long. Been coming here for ages! Classic spot…read more Came here recently and ordered something different for once. I usually get the chicken and waffles, but he ordered it anyways so I got lucky to be able to still have a few bites. I ordered the "Breakfast" which came with 2 eggs however you want (I got mine over easy), hash browns, toast and either bacon or chicken sausage. I got the chicken sausage. For a drink, I had the Aquatic Park Sunrise. It was good. Not too sweet and strong enough that I wanted another lol My friend just had coffee which the staff made sure to always ask if he wanted refilled. Breakfast came quick. The chicken and waffles is a classic. I always order it when I come. Chicken was thick and juicy. I didn't try the waffle this time since I had my own food to eat (plus I've had it so many times before). This plate comes with either gravy or syrup but definitely pay the extra fee to get both. My dish was simple and delicious. Can't go wrong with eggs, hash browns and sausage. Love coming here and so happy they don't try to switch up anything too much. Came in and didn't have to wait for a table which is not always the case cause it's a busy place. Everyone is always so nice. Great place to come, great service and great food.

A small and cozy brunch spot in West Berkeley. According to other reviews and the person who…read morebrought me here, this is a classic neighborhood spot, and honestly, I had never been a fan of chicken and waffles until I tried the Demon Lover from 900 Grayson. Service was quick and welcoming. Our drinks came out within about 5 minutes and food took around 15. We got the Aquatic Park Sunrise and Bubble & Squeeze with orange, both of which were just okay for me. But the Demon Lover was SOOO good. Their chicken and waffles are definitely not the typical thick, bone-in fried chicken with fluffy waffles. The chicken is cut into thinner strips, lightly battered and fried, giving it more of a crunchy texture. The waffles are also thinner, soft, and slightly chewy rather than airy and crispy. The gravy is what really got me. I've never had anything quite like it, and somehow it works so well with the chicken and waffles. It's creamy with a very slightly chunky texture, almost like a good clam chowder, and just enough spice to keep me going back for another bite. The maple syrup was nothing special to me lol, but it added a nice touch of sweetness if you're into the sweet + savory combo. Overall, the Demon Lover definitely changed my mind about chicken and waffles.

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Nina's Cafe

4.3(170 reviews)

1.3 mi•West Berkeley

Nina's Cafe is great! I recently met up here with four friends, and the vibe was incredibly…read morewelcoming and perfectly conducive to great conversation. You can immediately tell that the food is freshly cooked with a lot of love from Nina herself. I particularly enjoyed the Chicken Curry. I also had the Chai, which is the real deal--crafted from her own authentic recipe, it completely blows away the generic versions you find at most places. Whether you're looking for a great place to meet up with friends or just want to enjoy a heartwarming meal made with love, I can't recommend Nina's Cafe enough.

Paid 38$ for a turkey avocado sandwich, breakfast burrito, 12 oz orange juice, and a 16 oz water…read morebottle. The turkey sandwich was so small and looked like it was meant for a kid that could easily be made at home, with barely any ingredients between two small toasted wonderbread. The breakfast burrito tasted okay but was also very small. With the amount that is profited from charging such a high price, you would expect better ambiance and exterior and kitchen and food quality, but you do not get any of those here. The signage outside is old and faded, the kitchen looks old and dirty, and the food portions and quality could be vastly improved. The sandwich should have been no more than 7$, 16$ for a child-size sandwich is crazy.

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Third Culture Bakery - Berkeley

4.3(1.2k reviews)

1.2 mi•West Berkeley

Cute store. Very clean. I like that they display each donut and muffin in the case with its name…read moreand price (vs just a list of flavors on a menu) so you can see exactly what you're getting. The lady at the counter was super nice and personable. She was easy to talk to and friendly. She asked if we wanted our treats warmed up but since I was taking mine home, she recommended to heat it up for 45 seconds at home. Thank you!! I ordered: * black sesame mochi muffin - nice chew, great sesame flavor, and not too sweet * churro mochi muffin - covered in cinnamon sugar, so good. Great texture as well. * banana bread pudding - looks so ooey and gooey! I took an edge piece because I like the chewy crispy texture. Love to return when I'm back in the area.

Maybe back in the day, Third Culture's matcha was considered novel, innovative, and really good…read more But compared to all the new matcha spots popping up, I honestly don't think their drinks hold up anymore. Especially at the price point, you expect a more premium drink. The matcha was gritty and tasted mostly like milk, with just an essence of whatever flavor it was paired with. For the price, I was expecting something much more flavorful and refined. The donuts were fine, but nothing particularly special or memorable. Overall, I just don't think the drinks or donuts justify the price compared to what's available now.

Strawberry Lychee Matcha Latte, matcha einspanner (06/2025)

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Tarocco

4.5(97 reviews)

1.3 mi•West Berkeley

Whatever you do, do not book an event here. Customer Service is entitled, condescending and rude…read more My daughter was planning a baby shower so we called a number of venues to get a quote. We had been to Tarocco for lunch and figured we would ask them for a quote, too. My daughter warned me that the owner is trying to be an "influencer" on Instagram and posts photos of herself in crop Tops so I should beware, but that's fine by me. We called to get a quote and had a discussion. After we gave the owner all of our information, she told us she wouldn't give us a quote unless we came in person (?!) Which is weird because this isn't how restaurants work. Typically for events restaurants will give you a quote via phone or email for the sake of convenience. We had gotten 3 quotes already from other restaurants via phone. Making us drive 45 mins just to get a quote is a total waste of time. Especially if we can't afford it. So my daughter called again, left a VM explaining we couldn't come in person due to time constraints, and again asked for a quote. No reply. We waited a few days and called again. No reply. Finally we got a voicemail from the owner saying that she didn't like my daughter's attitude ?!!! Apparently you're not allowed to ask this restaurant how much they charge for events unless you're face to face. This lady has absolutely no idea how to run a restaurant. We took our business elsewhere and recommend that you do, too.

5 stars $27.26 for a…read more2 "salad" lunch plus Spanish omelette. Grilled purple cabbage was warm, beautifully charred and seasoned. Potato and radish salad was light, flavorful and really focused on bringing out the ingredients flavors Spanish patata was a hell of a potato omelette creation. Is it a little expensive? Sure. But is every $ on the plate? Yes.

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Tanzie's

4.5(337 reviews)

1.1 mi•West Berkeley

Tanzie's is located on Dwight, a ways west of downtown Berkeley. It's a sunny spot with very…read morelimited parking, but it's worth the trip. We didn't wait too long either--about 10 min for two ppl. We came here for lunch and since it was my first time, got the lava eggs and the special, which was cod fish curry. The curry had just enough spice to make my nose runny but not enough to make me cry. Paired with the lava eggs, it was the perfect combo of herbaceous savory flavors. My friend ordered the NAM PRIK ONG which also came with lava eggs. It was tomato-ey and had a great combination of spice as well. We also got the beignets to start and both agreed that it's better with condensed milk instead of the traditional powdered sugar. Can't wait to come again to try the other specials and evergreen dishes!

The two were charged with 20% gratuity but they gave us with the wrong order and it was a party of…read moretwo. Asked if we could remove it and team lectured us if we ever worked at a restaurant and then stated sorry YOU didn't see it. I don't think gratuity should be charged for two people and because we wanted it to be removed they started lecturing.

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Moo Yang: Grilled Pork Jowl w/ local honey, crispy garlic, lava egg, brown rice ($22)

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Cafe Buenos Aires

4.7(18 reviews)

1.3 mi•West Berkeley

Yummy empanadas! We shared the beef, mushroom, and chorizo. All were delicious! We started with a…read morechi latte, iced. A little sweet for my taste.

This location has the best tasting empanadas in my opinion! They're consistently bomb. I've never…read morebitten into one and had to spit it out like other locations... They have good coffee, good service, and recently added refreshers. I am obsessed with them! Soooo good. Def a hidden gem.

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Café Etoile

4.5(264 reviews)

1.6 mi•Downtown Berkeley

My hair salon is near here. I've walked by it many times, even paused to look at the menu several…read moretimes. Such great offerings but when I'm getting my hair done, I'm in a rush to go back home/work. I finally made the time to visit Etoile! My sister was in town and getting her hair done. She needed a ride to the salon so off we went! We had an almond milk latte and a regular latte. We ordered it for here, so we asked to have them served in mugs. The lattes were delicious! There a good mix of students studying here. And some people working. It was a pretty quiet group when we were there. My sister and I sat at the counter and chatted very quietly. Nicely decorated inside. I love independently owned cafes like these! We also got a breakfast sandwich, but they are made to order and it took awhile, so we had it packed it up to go because she didn't want to be late to her hair appointment. Sandwich was great! Service was great! I'd love to go back and order from their lunch menu!

This is a cute little cafe spot right by Trader Joe's. You order and pay at the front, and they…read morecall your order out when it's ready. The workers and the owner were all very kind and welcoming. I got there a little after they opened in the morning. As for the food, I ordered the kimchi fried rice along with the chicken and croffle. The fried chicken tasted a bit interesting. I'm not sure if the frying temperature was off or if it had something to do with the condition of the oil, but the texture of the breading wasn't quite right. I used to work at a fried chicken shop in Korea, so it was a texture I recognized--the coating was fully cooked and wasn't necessarily soggy, but there was no real crunch. Instead of being crispy, the breading was soft and kind of gave way when you bit into it. Unfortunately, I couldn't continue eating it. I'd give the chicken a 2/5. As for the kimchi fried rice, I liked the addition of cilantro and beets, which gave it a refreshing touch. My only issue was that the kimchi itself was way too sour for kimchi fried rice. I don't mind fermented or sour kimchi, but in this case, the sourness overpowered the rest of the dish. Overall, the cafe itself is cute and the people working there were genuinely very kind. I just wish the food had been a little better, especially the fried chicken. Will be back next time to try out the coffee!! It is a cafe after all.

Fried kimchi rice with Korean beef Cream and Berries Croffle

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I moved to the peninsula so haven't been here in a while but was pleasantly satisfied with our…read moreservice and meals! We tried going to another cafe that wasn't even that busy and they told us it would be a 20 mins wait with several 4 tops empty. We arrived here and every table was packed with a small waitlist. Even then we got seated quickly, served quickly, and everything tasted good! Will definitely be back and recommend when I'm back in the area!

It was very busy on a Sunday brunch…read more We ordered: - blue corn pancakes - egg Milan scrambler - Benedict's - corned beef hash - there were more potatoes than beef; the potatoes the came with the dish was very underwhelming, mostly soggy, not really seasoned. Overall, food was okay. Nothing out of the ordinary or special. Service was fine but I don't see why it's so busy I wouldn't wait for table here again.

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Standard Fare

4.2(295 reviews)

1.2 mi•West Berkeley

AMAZING breakfast, lunch, and dinner in Berkley. It started as a cafe by Kelsie Kerr in 2014 and…read moreattracts long lines even on weekday mornings. My friend who rarely insists on eating at specific places insisted we come, a previous girlfriend was in the food industry and they have this place bookmarked for awhile. They described it as "healthy california food". We came on a Friday morning around 9:20 am and it was pretty crowded. You can't park right in front but there was plenty of street parking on the weekdays. Inside, its intimate and cozy and there is also a nice seating area outside with lots of dog-owners hanging out. Everything we had was great quality with choice ingredients where you could actually taste the difference. Buttermilk Biscuit Sandwich: herb butter, roasted seasonal vegetables and onions, soft-cooked egg, and greens. Surprisingly filling, we were trying to share a bunch of little bites but ended up getting one each of these. It's fine as a stand alone mini breakfast! Frittata: pastured eggs, assorted vegetables, caramelized onions. WAY too good! we all love this one. Herb-Dijon Biscuit: Excellent savory biscuit, you can taste the high quality butter used.

Very cute and quaint spot for breakfast. A friend suggested we meet here on Saturday for a late…read morebreakfast, what a great choice. It was pretty hard to pick from the menu items, but I settled on the Frittata with a side of Fennel Sausage, sourdough toast and a Arnold Palmer. Although the seating was full, thank goodness out food came out just as some seats were emptying out. It was a chilly day and the outside seating was full too. The service was without any complaints. They did their best to accommodate all patrons despite it being very crowded and crazy busy. Overall I would come back here, probably right as the doors open to be guaranteed a place to seat and not have to wait and hope for a seat. Oh the music was on point!! Put it on your list, I don't think you'll be disappointed.

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Cali Alley

4.6(229 reviews)

1.1 mi•West Berkeley

A cute little corner stop that's full of flavor, and you'd never guess it! This burger had it all,…read moreand then some. I'm talking about the chef's burger of course. It was nice and juicy, cooked to perfection (medium being my preferred temperature), and the best part was that there was a surprise pickle! The fries were seasoned well too. House ranch also was a nice touch. We'll be back. Maybe tomorrow.

Cali Alley is one of those places I have looked at thousands of times when trying to figure out…read morewhat to order on Door Dash or Uber Eats. The food always looked really good, but for whatever reason I always ended up ordering from somewhere else. Well, I finally did it. I finally ordered from Cali Alley, and all I have to say is, why did I wait so darn long? Door Dash was having a 2-for-1 deal on the Cali Alley Burger, so I ordered one of those (and got another for free) , as well as on the small mac and cheese, so I ended up with two of those as well. I got fries as he side for the burgers and saved the second burger and mac and cheese for the next day. I also bought a small side of veggie fried rice for lunch later in the week. OK, let's start with the fries ... wow. Super crispy. Don't know what they do to them, but I think I almost ate all the fries that came with one of the burgers before I even touched the burger. The fries seemed to have a coating like some fries do to make them extra crispy on the outside. Whatever it was, it made them so good, I couldn't stop eating them. I was almost too full for the burger. But who are we kidding? If there is one thing I am good at, it is eating more than I should. The burger, which is described on Door Dash as "char grilled, fresh ground brisket and short rib burger, served on a toasted brioche fun with crisp lettuce, tomato onion marmalade and garlic aioli" was thick and incredibly flavorful. I couldn't stop eating that, either. It was that good. I ordered it medium, and it was pretty pink, but it was sooooooo flavorful, and all the toppings worked well together. I didn't get any cheese on it because I wanted to try to burger by itself and not mask it with cheese. I might try adding cheese next time, but honestly the burger is so good, I almost wouldn't want to cover up its flavor with cheese. Oh, I almost forgot. When you order on Door Dash, you can opt to have them include a small side of their chocolate-chipotle bbq sauce, and I highly recommend that you get it. It's a really interesting flavor and is good for dipping the fries in. I didn't try putting it on the burger, but that might be good, too. The mac and cheese was OK. It's important to note that I enjoyed the flavor but it is more of an eggy consistency than a saucy mac and cheese if that makes sense. It has a nice kick of black pepper, which I liked, though. The vegetarian fried rice was also fine but could have used a little salt. All that to say, don't be like me and procrastinate, get the Cali Alley Burger and fries ASAP.

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Sarkis K.

19 years ago

It's kinda hard to review "peoples donuts," since it seems that multiple donut shops sell these vegan donuts. One has to specify where they bought it from, in other words. I went to the location on telegraph (where they make all of them, I believe). Though I eat mostly vegan foods, I'm not a vegan dogmatist. That being said, the donuts I had were actually pretty dry and grainy. I hope this was a rare occurrence, that they're usually tastier and more enjoyable than I experienced. I brought a donut home, and the thought of eating it a few hours later wasn't so appealing, so I microwaved it and it was MUCH better. For me, though the vegan donut is healthier, I prefer to have the unhealthy, moist, and tasty one since I don't eat donuts often anyway. I'm giving it a star because its local/non major corporate, another for its (less than) mediocre taste. I will update this as soon as I try some more Peoples Donuts again, hopefully it changes for the better. **Update** (12/12/07) A few days ago I had a fresh blueberry frosting Peoples Donut that I bought from Mama Buzz. It was much fresher, less crumbly, and much better than the above experience with them. I'm not ready to give it 4 stars, but 3 will do for now. Maybe it will continue to grow on me because it is still is not as tasty as a regular moist/fresh donut. "Don't believe the hype!" read more

Forest D.

Elite 23

228

112

131

4 years ago

I must say that my recent visit to Pepples Donut Farm was nothing short of delightful. From the moment I walked in, I was struck by the charming, rustic atmosphere of the establishment, which is nestled in the heart of Oakland's Temescal neighborhood. The donuts themselves were truly a work of art, combining unique, inventive flavors with perfectly executed pastry technique. The use of organic, locally-sourced ingredients was apparent in every bite, with the doughnut's texture and flavor profile showcasing the high quality of the ingredients used. As a linguist, I was also impressed by the creativity and playfulness of the donut names, such as the "Maple Bar" and "Blueberry Buckle". The linguistic creativity was also apparent in the menu descriptions, which were both informative and entertaining. Moreover, as a culinary arts expert, I was struck by the evident passion and care that went into crafting each and every donut. The team at Pepples Donut Farm clearly understands the importance of attention to detail and the value of using only the freshest, highest-quality ingredients. Overall, I would highly recommend Pepples Donut Farm to anyone who is looking for an exceptional culinary experience. This is truly a place where passion, creativity, and quality come together to create a truly unforgettable experience. read more

Leigh S.

13 years ago

Donut Farm is definitely a hole-in-the-wall sort of place but it's worth seeking out. Brunch is always hopping. Would recommend coming in on the early or later side if you want to be seated right away. Would also recommend trying the pancakes, burrito (love the new mole sauce), i've also always been pleased with the specials. Lunch menu has some delicious points but I wish the it had a little more variety. However I would definitely suggest the Rueben. Staff is witty and friendly. AND I just might have a crush on most of the people that work there. Overall: great vegan environment. Love coming in. read more

Greg R.

13 years ago

I keep coming here, and it keeps getting better. the burrito is a MANS' WORLD and this place rocks the $h17 out of this mans' burrito. Smoky and spicy is how i like it, I want to feel the burrito. Strong coffee, and a nice choice of soy creamer or coconut for my coffee, and those cake dippers are what really gets this bear purring. My man and I like to sit in the window and check out the new young male host/busser, he's easy on the eyes. I'll tell you; fatty food, clean ingredients, and boy candy are all I need to get my weekend off to a roaring start. Grrr! pepples, Grrr. read more

Bee T.

6 years ago

I've been coming to Donut Farm since their opening and I absolutely love their donuts. These days they're the only place I go for my donut fixing, especially weekends when they offer they're delicious raised donuts. My favorites are the banana fritter and raised glazed. My kids love the simple chocolate and vanilla flavors. Crazy assortment of donuts to chose from that are all so yummy. The wonderful staff suggested I try the breakfast. This weekend I finally had the opportunity and wow I've been missing out this whole time. Did I mention everything is vegan. read more

Tracey T.

15 years ago

Since they remodeled, I want to come here every day! Its the best vegan bruch I have ever had, and the menu keeps changing. They have Daiya, which I love, and there are vegetables on stuff. For the win. I have read some other reviews here, but wonder where some of these people are coming from? Every time I've been the food is great, the donuts are great, and the service is great. I like the potato works plate with chipotle ketchup, and my BF usually gets the Molé Burrito. You cant lose! read more

Glary M.

7 years ago

I was pumped when I realized that I'd moved just a few blocks from a vegan cafe but after visiting Pepples a few times that has worn out. I'd almost rather buy their donuts at other cafes so I don't have to experience their horrible customer service and lack of cleanliness. Why are the table, silverware, and cups dirty? Why does it immediately feel like I'm a burden when I arrive? The space has so much community potential and the food isn't bad but I find it hard to return. read more

frances b.

16 years ago

what is the big deal...it is just another friggen donut for you vegan nuts....not nearly worth the $. You gotta sell a lot of them to keep your retail doors open....and that much money each day and coffee..no thanks...it takes a lot of grease organic or not to fry a donut. don't kid yourself...its the sugar that makes any donut taste sweet read more

Teff J.

9 years ago

People slap the vegan label on businesses and think they can hide their poor values behind it. When I see vegan, I hope the place operates ethically. The service here is very poor. If you're not a hipster, they assume you're a yuppie. Yuppie or not, they will no longer get my money. Also, no, the donuts are not good. read more

Agustin P.

Elite 10

16 years ago

I love donuts and one a starved day in Oakland, this place sure stepped up to the event. Got a half dozen of donuts, perhaps a bit underpriced, and ate all of them by myself. Yeah I am a pig, what can I say but these donuts were delicious. Creamy, crunchy, sugary yum! read more

Sylvee C.

16 years ago

The donuts served at Donut Farm are really nice. I only wish they had the non heavy cakey kind of donut, the kind that are fluffy, lite and perfect. I won't regularly pay over 2 dollars for a donut, but here it is the only way. read more

Ambercelia I.

10 years ago

ordered hash browns ... Waited and they were out. Everything else was chill. first time , good service , tasty offerings

Plenty M.

14 years ago

The owner is cool...not. I'm done with it and all of their establishments around town. The fact it is vegan is cool. read more

Peter T.

353

8 years ago

The donut are too sweet. Overly sweet and honestly I didn't think they had much flavor other than sugar.

Terry R.

6 years ago

The worlds most overpriced donuts! Yuppies and hipsters go right ahead..I'll pass.

Edward R.

10 years ago

Donuts are ok, ambiance is terrible, unless you are into some kind of satanic cult.

ruby r.

14 years ago

beware - the last few times i've been the donuts have been very stale-tasting.

JK C.

265

1147

13 years ago

This store was little bit hard to find. Otherwise, everything was so good. read more

Forrest L.

14 years ago

Donuts are yummy but I really wish they would make gluten free options!

Andrew H.

Elite 12

187

11 years ago

Inconsistent dine-in experiences, but when Pepples is good, it's great.

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(16 reviews)

I stopped by on my way to work for a peaches & cream donut and an iced latte. The donut was very…read moredelicious and the latte was solid :) I will be back for sure!

We saw a review of SoDo Donuts on tv this morning and what better day to check out a donut shop…read morethan on a Sunday? We got dressed, put the dog into her harness and made the drive up to Berkeley. The square block that houses SoDo seems to be all wineries. It's a good thing we saw the episode because we rarely drink wine and never go wine tasting. SoDo occupies only sells donuts and coffee out of a small corner of a large building. There is a large variety of tables and seats outside of the building and a couple inside. Service was friendly. The display area isn't huge, but if you don't see what you were hoping for, it's a good idea to ask. They may have it behind the counter, out of sight. As usual, because I was outside with the dog and she was the one ordering, she kept it simple. "One of each please". That was one Apple Fritter, six Sour Dough Donuts, a "Slice of Summer" Focaccia, one hot and one iced latte, tip and tax. About $80! In general, what we got looked delicious, albeit a bit small in size. But they were large in flavor. You could definitely taste the sourdough flavor because it was not overwhelmed by the topping or filling. The dough was very springy. Unlike a regular donut that squishes down when you bite into and then stays somewhat flat, these donuts returned to their shape minus the bite. I enjoyed my Iced Latte although I'm guessing they only offer one size. I usually order the largest cup available. As I'm writing this, we've only tried the Apple Fritter and two other flavors so far. Below are some pictures of what we got. I'll name the donuts in the pictures later once I figure out what they are. Would I come here again? Yes!

King Pin Donuts

3.8

(713 reviews)

King Pin Donuts is a neighborhood staple! Located on Durant Avenue, it is close to the UC Berkeley…read morecampus and is a popular spot for students. This well-established donut shop is small but has lots of options. There is also some outdoor seating right outside the store. The service is quick, and the person behind the counter is always willing to answer questions. My friend and I both tried an apple fritter, and my partner got a chocolate milk. The apple fritter was crispy with a nice glaze on top and delicious chunks of caramelized apple inside. This donut was extremely sweet, but honestly it's exactly what we needed! I normally go for apple cider donuts, so this was a great alternative. It's a good place to go when friends are visiting!

Honestly, not worth it. My maple glazed doughnut was extremely mediocre. I will say that I liked…read morethe texture, but the aftertaste was a bit gross. I feel like I could taste cleaning agents and other products that were not a part of the ingredients for the doughnut itself. The cinnamon donut I got was old and a waste of money. Both of the donuts weren't cheap. They arranged from 3 to 5 dollars and are not fresh. The customer service that was provided was okay. The ambience is what you would typically expect from a donut shop. In conclusion, I wouldn't recommend this donut shop to others. They could improve their business by decreasing the amount of donuts they make so that they don't have tons of identifiable old tasting donuts.

Baker & Commons

3.7

(317 reviews)

Coffee and service and ambiance of sitting outside were all lovely…read more The biscuit sandwich I'm sorry to say was overrated. The biscuits fell apart, and as a sandwich it was a little dry and missing something, maybe a savory jam would've helped? Next time I'll try something sweet instead - the pastries look great.

Food was cold (wasn't supposed to be)…read more Coconut cream pie was heavy and not fabulous.

Paradise Park Cafe

3.7

(271 reviews)

I went here for my first time last weekend with a friend. I didn't order any food, but I did notice…read morethat they have vegan breakfast items on the menu, so I'll probably have to go back at some point to try them. The inside was quite full, and I didn't see any available tables. So, I meandered outside and found a long community table that was lovely. And I was able to get my dog out of the car to sit with me, which was nice. I got a latte with nondairy milk, and the surcharge for nondairy milk was $.80 because our country sucks and they subsidize the horrible dairy industry. You get to choose between two sizes for your iced coffee drink, so I of course got the large because I'm a glutton.

I've never eaten inside but I've waited inside long enough for my phone order…read more I placed a phone order for a burger and fries, I was quoted 20min. I arrived after quoted time and my food still wasn't "ready". Upon arrival I saw a brown bag sitting on the counter for pick up but I couldn't assume it was mine. While waiting for my food, I noticed that patrons seemed well pleased and in good spirits. There are two entrances and outside seating. Street parking only. You stop at the counter, place your order, pay & wait. Staff were friendly and all greeted me with a smile. They were pretty busy, 15min passed and I asked about my order, I was told about 5 more minutes, meanwhile the same brown paper bag was still sitting on the counter. A woman came and asked what I ordered and the name on the order. After telling her, she grabbed the bag on the counter and gave it to me. While she assured me the bag wasn't there for too long, I asked for new fries and they honored that. My grass-fed cheeseburger was amazing! My fries were piping hot too. I also ordered the paradise egg sandwich and that was amazing as well. The green machine smoothie had an off putting after taste so I wouldn't order that again.

Earthly Coffee

4.4

(165 reviews)

Ok. Been passing this charmer for years. FINALLY tried it today. Do not walk, RUN to get artisan…read moresandos, locally roasted coffee, signature juice blends and gourmet soups and MORE!! If you are lucky, you will come when the chef/owner made his yummy mushroom soup!! A regular fan says ALL the soups are delicious. Let's all support the independent food purveyors in our community!! They kept us fed during COVID, let's return the favor

My favorite here is the tuna sandwich on wheat bread with avocado…read more Sandwich is made by order and all ingredients are fresh Good portion size Customer service is friendly Prices are reasonable

El Tiny Cafe

4.8

(87 reviews)

I'm giving El Tiny Cafe five stars, easy. Yelp brought me here because of the strong ratings, and I…read morehave to say I completely agree with the hype. This spot is in Berkeley and it definitely has a vibe. At first I didn't fully understand the whole "tiny" concept until we ordered and everything clicked. I got one of their burritos and had that moment of thinking, okay... how many of these am I going to need? But nope, that wasn't the case at all. It's not one of those massive, oversized tortillas. It's a real, standard burrito, the kind my Mexican mom would make for me before school. Simple, comforting, and filling in the best way. Because of that, the price point feels very fair. The flavors are what really stood out to me. Everything tastes homemade, like someone's mom's recipe, and that's honestly hard to find. The service was also really nice, super warm, and welcoming. I grabbed a double shot coffee and it absolutely woke me up for the drive back to LA, which was very much needed. There's something about this place that feels hidden and special, not trying too hard, just doing things right. My favorite little moment was when I went to grab a complimentary water cup and saw how tiny it was. I literally laughed and then it hit me. Ohhh. Tiny Cafe. I totally get it now. It's charming, it's intentional, and it works. Highly recommend stopping here for the burritos and the vibe. This place is tiny as hell, in the best way possible.

Love Tiny Cafe! Their bagel morning sandwiches are sooo good, and coffee is solid as well. I come…read morehere all the time!

Happy Donuts

4.1

(134 reviews)