One of my favorite restaurants in Berkeley! Used to come here all the time during undergrad, so Mezzo holds a soft spot in my heart. Usually lunchtime is very busy, but we stopped by for dinner and it was not too crowded. My go-to order is the Berkeley Special with cheddar cheese and veggies on honey wheat bread and it never disappoints! Everything tastes very fresh and the honey wheat bread is amazing, love how it is so soft. Mezzo is well known for its humongous portion sizes, so this sandwich can easily be shared. If you really want a meal that lasts for days, I would recommend ordering a salad - that is truly a behemoth. No other restaurant has bang for buck quite like Mezzo. Perfect for hungry college students - they really know their customers. Highly recommend! read more

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used to be intermezzo and now it's just mezzo . still bomb but the vibe is not the same as cafe intermezzo ! back then in like 2010 zone they had the wood bowls. it was very lothlorien LOL but i loved it. miss the old days luckily the portions are still good and they got the same set up deals. it just looks like a cafeteria now instead of a cafe. lost its hippie charm but luckily the food still smack ! :) read more

Love this spot - huge and delicious salads, great sandwiches. Love that they come with sprouts by default. Sourdough is super soft, great choice if you don't like bread with hard/tough crusts, but it's not very sour. read more

Mezzo - Turkey sandwich with sourdough - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

O Mezzo, you complete me! One of my favorite college eats, myself and other alum came here and had a splendid lunch on the patio, talking about everything ! The veggie delight salad, so appropriately named, wirh its fresh honey wheat with sunflower seeds.... So perfect. She had a BLTA, which also looked yummy. Bag of bread ends, alll good to go!!! read more

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As is not uncommon, I am very late to this party. I've spent a lot of time next door and would often look at the line and peer over into Mezzo and with a generally blank brain see what was going on but really dig no deeper or wonder why the fuss why are people lining up. None of that. Just a blank brain then I get a second beer at Raleigh's. So. Last weekend by chance just for something new ended up here thanks to Yelp and was all. Oh. Wait a minute. It's this place. And. From now on. I will always go to Mezzo. So fresh, so abundant, such a great price point, such a happy vibe. I had leftovers for days but that's a learning experience and maybe next time it's a half sammy and salad or soup or something like that. Because an entire sammy and entire salad means you have half of each left over for the next day. Which is fine, if that's what you want. This is just an observation to help you plan. That's about it. It was pretty much perfect for the casual eating scene. In and out with most of your wallet intact. I liked it a lot. read more

Mezzo - How do I not eat here every single day. - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

Mezzo is a solid pick in Berkeley. The interior is a vibe and the sandwiches are easily one of the best in the area. This place is a Berkeley classic and there is a reason for it. When looking at reviews and photos the food looked okay but you can't taste a photo. I decided to get something that would normally be boring and uninviting. I ordered the tuna sandwich on the Japanese milk bread, and neither of those disappointed. The tuna salad was well seasoned, flavorful, and not overly crunchy or artificially sweet. Also the sandwich itself was easily shareable between two people so it's the perfect size to do a sandwich/salsa combo which I'll do next time! read more

Mezzo - Tuna Salad Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Mezzo is always a fan favorite, you can tell by the long line that usually extends out the door. Thought the line is long, it moves quickly so you're never really waiting more than 10 mins to place your order. Mezzo serves sandwiches, salads, soups, and breakfast burritos (9-11am)! I am a big fan of their sandwiches and salads. They customize the sandwiches to your liking, even the bread! My favorite is the standard honey wheat bread, so soft and tasty. In terms of the salad, I always do the Greek goddess salad dressing. The pricing is fair and the portions are filling (although I have noticed the most recent time that the salads appear to have gotten smaller than when I last went a year ago). The restaurant is self service in terms of getting your own water and utensils, finding your own table, and bussing your own dishes. It's also connected to Raleigh's Pub which is a popular spot amongst the students, especially on Tuesdays when they have their taco Tuesday special. Mezzo is a Berkeley classic, you must try it at least once! read more

Mezzo - half BLTA half tossed greens with Greek goddess dressing - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

The end all, be all of salad spots. An institution among UCB alum, staff and current students. Mezzo's original location tragically burned in the 2010's, but came back and is still as good as it's always been. The salads are massive, will fill you up and it's a great spot to chill and have a healthy bite. They have pastries, house-made kombucha and excellent soup options too. You're not having salad in The Bay until you've been to Mezzo. read more

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The roast beef sandwich with jalapeño cheddar bread was so yummy! The sandwich was super juicy, and all of the ingredients were fresh and delicious. I loved the flavor of the Dijon, and it was super filling. I wish the bread had more jalapeño and cheddar, but this was one of the best sandwiches I've ever had. read more

Mezzo - Roast beef sandwich with jalapeño cheddar bread - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

This was my 1st time getting to try breakfast from Mezzo. We ordered our food for delivery. We had breakfast burritos and a few of us ordered avocado toast. The avocado toast was good, the picture shows the toast. It was delicious and enough to share with a friend. read more

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Came here with a group of people after seeing the musical next to Normal at UC Berkeley. I got the half sandwich half soup combo. I would not recommend the Pykles. Why the hell did it spell Pykles like that? The sandwiches are honestly impossible to eat because they're huge but they do taste pretty good. I'd recommend get a grabbing a to go box. read more

Classic Berkeley sandwich place. I remember when it opened when i was in college and it quickly became a staple to everyone I knew who lived on southside. This time we came to visit we had a half lunch with a slice of sliver's each, then came here to have lunch part 2. Great bread, stuffed full of sandwich things, and huuugge cookie. The soup was alright. read more

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Turkey sandwich and the veggie delight! 5 stars for both, really good portions on the salad, and the sandwich itself was very tasty as well. I love all the mix-ins for the salad, and the bundle of sprouts, really fresh and voluminous. read more

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I just came back today and am impressed. Mezzo is truly a triumph of California cuisine; if you are a fan of fresh flavors and eating healthy without compromising flavor, this is the place for you. Even for those who don't normally gravitate towards a salad should give this place a try. As someone with a massive appetite, I usually can clean off the plate with ease. Even for me, the portions are massive, and I had a lot of leftovers. I again recommend the half combo of sandwich and salad for the best bang-for-your-buck. Truly a great culinary experience and I will be back. read more

Mezzo is an icon. I've been here numerous times in my time at Berkeley. I have a slight addiction to their honey wheat bread (you can buy slices on their own, but I believe they now require you to make another purchase). Sandwich recommendations are chicken salad and BLTA. Always get the honey wheat bread. Poppy seed dressing for salads. I also really like their Thai coconut curry soup, which is sometimes their soup of the day. It comes with cubed up chicken and rice in the soup and goes well with the honey wheat bread on the side. Their pickles are sweeter than normal but crunchy and delicious. My only complaint is that their signature pineapple slice is unripe and tart at least 70% of the time. Maybe consider other seasonal fruits? read more

Mezzo - Huge sandwiches the size of my face - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Came an hour before closing so it wasn't as busy. Had the soup of the day: lentils with sausage and it was really good. The bread it comes with is my favorite and everything was fresh. Next time, I'll try the sandwiches. It's a large seating space, a lot of places to sit. If you're sick of the greasy unhealthy food on telegraph, visit Mezzo! read more

I love the food here, but the people making the salads regularly forget things, which is pretty frustrating. This time around, my chef salad was lacking croutons, and they forgot to add the meat to both of my friend's salads! If you've gotten your order to-go, you're out of luck. read more

I ordered the pick 2 and chose the B.L.T.A. and tossed green salad with green goddess dressing. There was a line but it moved quickly. First time at Mezzo and it was a pleasant surprise. The side salad was a big portion. I liked the dressing, it was fresh and had a lot of dill. The BLTA was good on the jalapeño and cheese sourdough. A great lunch. I will be back! read more

Mezzo - Pick 2 B.L.T.A. and tossed green salad with green goddess dressing - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

This is a solid and cute sandwich, soup, coffee eatery that has lots of space! I love the fresh flowers in vases placed on each table. There is a warmth and charm to dining in. Workers are nice and seem happy to work there. There is a self-serve water dispenser and you put away your plates and cups in the bins nearby. Location is in downtown sand there is metered parking on the street. I ordered a tuna sandwich and cup of chili. It was delicious! The bread was soft snd fresh. Chili was just right and tasted good. The portions here are huge and the ingredients are packed in there making it a little messy to eat. It is a good idea to pay attention while they make the sandwich. I got a totally different meal as I was not paying attention. Fortunately, they remade my order without much hassle. read more

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I could not recommend this enough!! The food was incredibly fresh, delicious, colorful, and affordable. My salad was enormous and so delicious. It came with an egg, half of an avocado, bread, and fruit, and I was completely satisfied. My friends got the chicken salad sandwich with the salad and loved it as well. The lines were fairly long but service was fast and efficient. The seating was absolutely gorgeous, with a beautiful outdoor patio with flowers and good natural sunlight. I was obsessed! Can't wait to come back. read more

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Really great location with LOTS of indoor and outdoor seating! Portions are HUGE and prices are great for the Bay Area in 2025. I got the pastrami on cheddar jalapeño bread and left very satisfied. I only got the half sandwich, but saw other people with the full and it'll definitely leave you full or leave you with leftovers. Menu is also very expansive. This is a fast-casual place and when I went, there was a short line but moved quickly. My only thing is that they can't warm up your sandwich. And although they have an expansive selection of bread, they were out of a few by lunchtime on a Saturday. But still would come back! 4.5. read more

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Relaxing place. Cute decor. I had a roast beef and minestrone soup. The sandwich was tasty with fresh ingredients. The minestrone was flavorful. Sandwich is made while you wait. A little bummed (though I didn't say anything) that the guy making my sandwich didn't hear me when I said a half and half pick two. Both my sandwich and soup were full sized. Spent more than I had intended. $48 for two full sandwiches, a soup and two drinks. We arrived just before noon with only two customers ahead of us. By the time we were done ordering the line back to the door. Definitely arrive before the lunch crowd read more

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More crowded than usual on an unusual weekend, Mezzo was a good place to get a late afternoon lunch. While the line seemed long, the staff were quick in moving through all our friends' orders. I ordered their Roast Beef sandwich without horseradish. There was ample space in the restaurant for us to wait and enjoy our lunch at. They made the sandwiches in front of us & all the ingredients looked quite fresh, especially the bean sprouts. The portions were generous, and I finished one half before becoming full. For someone with jaw issues, it was a bit difficult to eat the sandwich in big bites, but it was delicious nonetheless! I enjoyed coming here and would love to try one of their other sandwiches or soups next time. read more

Mezzo - Roast Beef Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

My partner found this spot and it looked great so we had to try~ There was a long line coming out the door and this line only got longer for the hour we were there. The workers were extremely friendly and quick with creating the salads and sandwiches. We got a veggie salad and roast beef sandwich. They are very generous with their helpings of food and the salad came with a honey wheat bread slice along with pineapple, a whole egg and half an avocado. I'm a huge eater and even I had a few bites of salad left. The sandwich was all right and we know the salads are the way to go here. The food certainly tasted healthy and this is the place to get plenty of veggies. read more

Mezzo - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

The atmosphere is relaxed university student shiek sandwich hip. 90s rock in the background. Outdoor style seating both inside and outside. Diners and others on laptops. It can be hard finding a clean table to sit at. Grab a napkin and use some elbow grease. Street parking is always hard to find but some close public parking gives you an hour for free and the second hour for two bucks. You will pay roughly the same to dine here as you might pay eating at Subway but the food is higher quality at Mezzo. The bread is deliciously fresh. Like Subway, you order a sandwich and have it customized. DANGER WILL RONINSON! Careful about the cheese! They will charge you a buck a slice! We stop by here a couple times a year. One full sandwich and a salad shared and you will likely have leftovers to take home GOOD TIMES. read more

Mezzo - Plenty of food in an order of full sandwich and a salad to share. You know what I mean John? - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I love this place! Everything is so fresh and price is very reasonable too. I tried the half salad and half sandwich combo. Portion is very good and they definitely don't skimp out on the microgreens. read more

Mezzo - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

I love the selection and portion sizes at Mezzo! The ingredients are always so fresh and the service is super friendly. Neat, clean and laid back atmosphere to enjoy your food. read more

recently started a job at Cal, and everyone has been raving about Mezzo since I started. I finally decided to give it a shot and WOW, I was not disappointed. I ordered pickup to avoid the long line. I got the Berkeley Special, a hummus and veggie vegetarian sandwich on the cheddar jalapeño sourdough. This is some of the most flavorful hummus, softest bread, and freshest veggies I've ever had on a sandwich. I've been truly thinking about it since I had it last week. I will definitely be back! read more

Mezzo - Berkeley Special - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

It's healthy eats but it's pretty good. Fast casual, made to order. They do need to work on their consistency here. My BF and I both opted for the sandwich + salad combo -- we both ordered the B.L.T.A. and his was stacked with bacon compared to mine. Of course I had the bigger salad too. read more

Had this catered at a campus event and it was SO GOOD. Loved their pastrami and Swiss sandwich and went back many times for more salad! The sandwich is HUGE. Literally 2 meals per sandwich. Loved their pastrami alfalfa sprouts and so many textures and flavors just worked perfectly together. Overall very filling but also felt super healthy! Will be back to try more flavors and combos! read more

Mezzo - Pastrami and Swiss sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

Whenever I come to Berkeley I have to get mezzos. The biggest salads or sandwiches I've ever gotten and for such a good price. All the ingredients are fresh. I love the marinated tofu as my protein. The tofu is so flavorful. It's a service counter like chipotle so you tell them what you want and they make it in front of you. Then you pay and seat yourself. read more

Deliciousness! I now live in So Cal so only have this a few times a year when I'm in town for a football game. I fell in love with the Veggie Delight salad back in the late 80s when I attended Cal. It's still as delicious as ever. And that thick honeywheat bread is unbelievably good by itself and in sandwiches. We also order the BLAT. The crunchy salty bacon adds the right balance. I dream about this meal. The salad with poppysead dressing and packed witb toppings. The line moves quickly and there are lots of tables in an open airy dining room. read more

Mezzo - sandwich blat - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

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The sandwiches are really delicious the jalapeño cheddar bread is my favorite. The service is so good they always load my sandwich! As a UC Berkeley student this was my go to lunch study sessions with mezzos was always 10x better. Although I will say their breakfast/brunch is okay not my favorite. The aguas frescas also need some work. read more

Mezzo - Jalapeño cheddar ham sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

Had burritos, coffee drinks, some pastries. 1. Breakfast burrito was solid but not great. Tortilla needs to be thrown on grill, and potatoes need crisp. From past experiences, the sandwich & salad options are FAR superior. 2. Coffee has issues with taste. Wasn't mine but none of three drinks received were considered good by tasters, but could just be them. Can't verify for sure. 3. Pastries were star of show tbh. Coffee cake was good but blueberry lemon scone was amazing. 4. Don't mind busing own table but it was kind of hidden and trash was already overfilled which was challenged to stack. Probably don't tip 18% for no service. 5. Seating venue and vibe were good. read more

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The most insane sandwiches and salads!! Everything is so fresh and tastes so good- you also get huge portions that I would recommend sharing or taking to-go if you aren't in the mood to eat a big sandwich or salad! They also have lots of refreshing drinks! Lots of seating inside and outside- the outside patio is very cute and spacious. read more

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This place is awesome! Huge portions, tons of seating, fun drink options and really fresh food. The line is long, but you move down the food bar quickly and get your food almost immediately after ordering. I recommend splitting a salad with a friend and sitting outside on the back patio. Will definitely be back next time I'm in Berkeley! read more

Mezzo - Chef salad with tuna as the protein ($17) - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

Mezzo is one of my go-to spots for everyday and for when people are visiting and I want to show off how amazing the local produce can be! Everything here is great from salad to sandwiches, baked goods, lattes, and breakfast burritos! Definitely one of the best value places in terms of price and portion. Great taco tuesdays as well Good amount of indoor seating as well as one of the best outdoor patios in the neighborhood, shared with Raleigh's bar so you have cornhole and TVs outside read more

Mezzo - Bfast burrito order sheet - great deal and yummy! - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

phenomenal! at first i was skeptical about trying the milk bread as the other sandwich breads give off more of a sandwich you expect to get when you go out for sandwiches but the milk bread was honestly my favourite out of the ones i got to try the texture is really really good, i do want to note the go heavy with the sprouts i would recommend light sprouts next time it became a little overbearing i couldn't get the other flavours at some point mainly sprout and crunch from the sprout and maybe a hint of banana pepper so i ate the majority on the side the kombucha was very good as well read more

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People don't understand Mezzo like I understand Mezzo. Easily one of the best and one of the most affordable spaces in Berkeley. You can always find a seat and the space inside is nice. The first time I had a sandwich here i was BLOWN AWAY, so freaking DELICIOUSSSSSS. I ate both halves, and the portion size is notable because my stomach hurt a bit after. I love this place so much, I hear the iced vanilla latte is amazing as well. There is always a line but it moves fast. They offer a variety of options (salads, sandwiches, half sandwiches, and different breads). Everytime I take my dad there he always orders extra sprouts, it is FANTASTICCC. read more

Their BLT on honey wheat is absolute perfection. If you want something wholesome and healthy that won't break the bank, this is your place. Line moves fast and it's a lot of food. I typically get the half sandwich half salad. read more