This is my go to lunch spot when I attend Cal Berkeley football games. They have the best bread. The BLTA is loaded with bacon and avocado. I can't wait to go back! read more

Mezzo - BLTA half sandwich and half salad - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

Second time here and the service is very offputting and uncomfortable to order with staff. Their tone was rude when ordering food. I had no customizations and was only telling them the order of my sandwich. It generally felt weirdly aggressive for no reason Hopefully, they can work on creating a more welcoming atmosphere, because right now, the service definitely takes away from the overall experience. read more

We drove there couple time and they close before 10 pm one day they were close around 9:15 pm another day like 9:30 pm so please if you're hours are flexible please put that on your website so we know because we drive there then find out close it is disappointing read more

A great healthy lunch spot in Berkeley! Their sandwiches are so simple yet so delicious. I like that you can do half and half combos here, so I got a half salad and half turkey sandwich. You can choose the bread too, so I chose ciabatta -- which was so good!! Really crusty, chewy, and amazing flavor. Next time I really want to try the jalapeño cheddar bread. I loved all the sandwich ingredients (especially the sprouts! what a unique very californian addition) and everything felt so fresh and healthy. The salad was very light, and the green goddess greek yogurt dressing is delicious. I do wish the salad had more interesting and varied ingredients though or some protein/fats; it's a very typical salad mix. It's also a huge portion for around $15 total -- the sandwich alone was very filling and satisfying. Would recommend getting your salad dressing mixed in because it was a challenge mixing it in myself. Their outdoor patio is so cute, with lots of seating. Service is quick and efficient as well. read more

Mezzo - half salad half turkey sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Mezzo is a good bang for your buck place with well-balanced, healthy food. The line is always out the door because the service is quick. It's like cafeteria-style ordering. I got the half salad half sandwich combo. The portion is really big, especially the salad. For the sandwich, I got pastrami on wheat with everything in it. The bread was really good and the vegetables taste super fresh. The pastrami tasted a bit like hot dog so I would order a different protein next time. I got Greek goddess dressing with my salad, which tasted yummy and homemade. The fresh pineapple slice include was super sweet and delicious. I had a mint lemonade which was refreshing and not too sweet. Great quick casual spot for a meal. read more

Mezzo - Half sandwich salad Pastrami on wheat. Salad with Greek goddess dressing - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

MEZZO!! LET'S GO!! What a delicious delicious experience here. I came in when it looked a little slow, and I honestly had no clue what to get. I decided to do the BLTA on some kind of whole grain bread with the works, pickled jalapeños added, extra pickles ots, and the chipotle aioli on the side. The shorter man with a mustache who took my order made me the most delicious sandwich ever! It was genuinely everything I could have wanted. There's a perfect balance of bacon and all the vegetables on it. The mayo and dijon add to the smoothness of the avocado, and it all melts together in the best flavor profile ever. The chipotle aioli was also absolutely delicious for dipping the sandwich into. It would've been really amazing inside the sandwich as well, but truthfully it's not a necessity with all the other well balanced aspects of it. The sprouts were a surprising addition that added a little extra texture-wise and I would think nutrient wise, or at least it made me feel healthier. They were also really good. I do have a bone to pick with the pickles. Why would y'all ruin pickles by making them soooo sweet ?? I don't mind a little sweetness in a pickle, but the taste of these pickles were borderline offensive. For comparison, it's as if they made a 20 oz jar of pickles and added a 14 oz portion of sugar. Not a good taste in my opinion. It took away from the experience honestly. The ambiance of the place was kind of okay. Not my favorite because it was so loud next door but the workers keep everything neat and theyre pretty friendly. I did get a mango green tea that tasted nothing like mango or green tea, but it was still a really tasty drink. It all came out to around 18 bucks, which I thought was pretty worth it. All in all, I DEFINITELY will be coming back. read more

marinated tofu sandwich with the works, banana peppers and pickled jalapeños: i asked for a bread recommendation and the worker recommended me the honey wheat bread. gave the sandwich a nice, mild sweet taste. the sandwich was solid, the tofu was good but could have been a bit more flavorful imo. great portion sizes, i already was feeling full after eating half a sandwich and i eat a lot. solid spot with decent prices, especially if you're looking for healthier options. $13.50 read more

The Mediterranean salad here is my go-to. Lots of olives, cucumbers, and feta, with a nice lemony dressing. I added grilled shrimp and it was a perfect match. Everything tasted fresh and the portion was really filling. The space was cute and service was on point. It's a great option when I want something lighter but still satisfying. I always leave feeling good. read more

Mezzo - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

Local heritage establishment from my college days. Still the same menu and same food. I still usually get the half sandwich half salad combo. The poppyseed dressing and honey wheat bread is legendary. Service is fast and good so don't let a line discourage you. Their lemonade is really good so I usually get an Arnold Palmer which is half tea half lemonade. Came today with a high school friend who also went to CAL. The food is delicious and my favorites are the BLTA, tuna salad, and turkey. If you are in the area, def check it out. There is a nice outdoor space they share in the back they share with Raleigh's that is nice. read more

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Love Mezzo!!! I've always seen it whenever I went to Raleigh's and finally had the opportunity to try it. I loved that there were a lot of different options for bread, produce, protein, etc. It really gave me the opportunity to build my sandwich exactly the way I liked it. The sandwich was also ginormous so I was able to eat half and save the other half for later. It was a great sandwich and all the ingredients tasted very fresh. I sat in the back patio on a day with sunny weather and had an amazing lunch! The outdoor seating is spacious, clean, and very aesthetically pleasing. Had a great time and would definitely come back! read more

Mezzo - Italian Salami Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

Favorite salad place in Berkeley! One salad can feed me for 2-3 meals! It's packed with so many great ingredients. They also have sandwiches and combos if you'd rather do that. read more

Chicken salad sandwich on milk bread was HUGE! So tasty. Came with a good sized salad with fresh sprouts. I would ask for extra dressing next time as it was lightly dressed. Very good healthy meal. Worth the wait in line. read more

Mezzo - Chicken salad sandwich on milk bread with side salad - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

Great salads! The chef salad with chicken salad is tasty. Line moves pretty fast. Could be neater Sometimes the food area looks sloppy, with pieces of vegetables spilling over the metal compartments, often they just put the food back, which doesn't seem like the cleanest move. The salads are served to go in a box, with a wedge of pineapple on top They also give you a big piece of wheat bread and a pat of butter, tastes homemade! Generous portions, usually fresh and tasty Soups used to be great, but now look and taste watery. I wouldn't order them again. Chicken salad and tuna sandwiches are good. Haven't tried any others, but the look delicious read more

Nice casual place with good food. I get the feeling it might be a good place for breakfast or brunch. I went in the afternoon and ordered a very good sandwich made to order with fresh ingredients. I got one to take home for my brother and he loved it. read more

Salad and sandwiches combo never fails to fill the belly and warm the heart. Enjoy your next meal all in one at this long-time Berkeley staple. read more

Their salads are the bomb. They also do half sandwich /salad options. The portions are humongous. They have veggie options of course. They have been around forever. They rebuilt after the fire. They even let me try a dressing so i wouldnt hate my salad. Love this place. read more

This is a bright, clean and trendy spot. The sandwiches and soups were delicious. I love the mint lemonade. I had the BLTA, half a sandwich, it was so good I wanted more. read more

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Delicious salads with a nice protein option of tofu, chicken salad, or tuna salad. Super filling and huge. I am just still trying to get used to paying almost $20 for a lunchtime meal, let alone a lunchtime salad. But, to be fair, there is enough food (especially if you include the beans they offer, but I don't like cold beans) to be two small to medium-sized salads. Bread is also delicious. read more

I was in the mood for a salad and the pics here won me over. Located on Telegraph Ave, you'll have to search for metered parking. The line was out the door at 1:30pm on a Wednesday, but it moved pretty fast. Once it's your turn, you relay your order and it gets made as you wait. It's chaotic to watch and kind of a mess, but the end result is good. I ordered the Veggie Delight, which comes with no protein and added Green Goddess dressing on the side. A large slice of wheat bread tops this ginormous salad, which contained egg, avocado, sprouts, kidney and garbanzo beans, and lots of cucumbers and carrots. Croutons were mentioned on the menu, but none were added to my salad. The salad was super fresh and filling and I was glad that I didn't add protein. Also ordered was the Chicken Salad Sandwich on sea salt sourdough. The portions here are huge and along with the salad, this could have been shared. The chicken salad was delicious! There is lots of seating inside and outside. We enjoyed the spacious outdoor patio. Overall, a great place to grab a nicely sized salad or sandwich that can easily be customized at a decent price. read more

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Finding a salad spot in the East Bay shouldn't be as hard as it is, but if you're like me and always looking for one...Mezzo in Berkeley never disappoints! Quite honestly, Mezzo has the best value for the huge portions given ~ come with an appetite and make sure to take out your phone when presented with their giant salads & hefty slice of complimentary, homemade honey wheat bread. Everything is so fresh & the service behind the counter is incredible fast and friendly. Personally, I love working with the Mezzo team on adding fun items to my salads. You really can't go wrong with anything from the menu if you're not in the mood for a salad ~ their soups, sandwiches, combination options and although haven't tried this yet, but word is their morning options like the new breakfast burrito pairs super well with their beautiful coffee bar offerings! What our family & friends love about this spot also is the option to sit indoor/outdoor in their backyard garden area, and of course that Mezzo is conveniently located on the iconic Telegraph Ave. for pre or post~meal fun! There is a spot next door called Raleigh's Pub if anyone in your party is looking for something more to sip on! Parking can be spotty, but there is a garage nearby if needed. Enjoy! read more

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Seeing a line out the door of a restaurant is usually a good sign in downtown Berkeley, where there is an abundance of tempting food options. I decided to brave the line because a friend highly recommended Mezzo. Fortunately, the line moved quickly, and I had just barely decided what to get by the time it was my turn to order. I opted for the half Berkeley Surprise sandwich / half bowl of greens combo. What everyone says about the generous portion sizes is true; the half sandwich / salad combo was enough food for at least 1.5 meals. The Berkeley Surprise sandwich was STUFFED with hummus and veggies. While it was delicious, I'd advise grabbing extra napkins, since the hummus ends up everywhere. I'd also recommend ordering your sandwich on the artichoke bread, if it's available. I ordered my bowl of greens with the Green Goddess dressing which was delicious; however, I wish they had been more generous with the dressing due to the sheer volume of lettuce and tomatoes. In terms of ambiance, there is plenty of communal indoor and patio seating, and I was able to easily find a table for my group of six on a Friday evening. read more

Mezzo - Half bowl of greens / half Berkeley Surprise sandwich on artichoke bread - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

HUGE portions for the value. I can see why college students love this place. I got the half tuna salad sandwich and tossed green salad. The poppy seed dressing on the salad is something special. The sandwich was also really delicious! My brother got the BLTA and it was marvelous! The avocado is a game-changer in this sandwich - a must-get! Come to Mezzo for a healthy and tasty meal that won't break your wallet. read more

Mezzo - Half tuna salad sandwich and tossed green salad - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

Workers here have such a bad attitude , not friendly eye rolls attitude and rude . I would not recommend this place

I got the combo and this was one of my first times trying the sandwiches from Mezzo's. I personally wouldn't recommend getting the Jalepeno chedder bread with any combo because it's a no-knead bread that came off very stiff. I got the plain roast beef and it was decent, but there wasn't much roast beef and the sandwich mainly tasted like a mouth of bread. And also the side salad with a side of hummus which was again decent, not the best hummus I've had compared to sweetgreen or the grocery store, but it tasted fresh. read more

Mezzo - roast beef sandwich with jalepeno chedder bread - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

I don't come to Berkeley often but when I do, this is a must for lunch. Their portions are huge & unheard of! Love the versatile vibe. I came here here to catch up with a friend, but you can also come to get work done with a cup of coffee or watch a game + have a beer in their patio. I'd recommend coming early or later in the afternoon to avoid the long line during lunch hours. read more

Mezzo - Chef salad with chicken salad. - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

I ordered the combo with half sandwich and half salad, breakfast burrito, hot coffee, and mint ice coffee. Everything came out to be $30, so it's super worth. They really pack on the food. I got the salad with green goddess dressing and it was super yummy and fresh. The breakfast burrito was only $8.50 and you get to choose as many fillings as you like! Honestly super filling! The mint coffee was just ok for me. I was expecting it to be more minty. Ordering was a bit confusing tho. There's a line on the right where you order the sandwich and salads. Then you move to the cash register to pay. But you also order the breakfast burrito with the staff at the cash register. read more

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Mezzo Mezzo Mezzo. Nothing beats this iconic sandwich shop in Berkeley. The portions here are huge, and the flavors are always so good. They have an indoor dining area, as well as an outdoor patio area in the back! Sometimes there is a line, but it usually goes by pretty quickly. Either way, I would gladly wait in line for the food here. Even though I don't live in Berkeley anymore, I often think about Mezzo if I'm craving a sandwich and will usually stop by if I'm in the city. read more

Mezzo - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

Salad, sandwich or half sandwich with soup or salad? Yummy fresh baked bread, salads filled with veggies and choice of dressings. The sandwiches are filling and could easily be two meals. I like the sliced turkey and the tuna salad sandwiches best. But I can't imagine going wrong with any on the menu. Seating is communal or smaller tables. Healthy and ample portions. read more

Just outstanding. For the price it's simply the best sandwich and salad spot in the Bay Area. Vegetables that do have flavor covered with a dressing that augments and not shadows. In-house made bread. Fantastic! If only I could give the place 6 starts... You guys just ruined all other sandwich shops for me. Shame on you. read more

BEST sandwich spot in Berkeley! I love Mezzo, and it's a Berkeley favorite for a reason. The ordering process is fast (even when there's a line) and the quality and portion of food you get at their prices is amazing. You can customize your order in multiple ways including ordering a full sandwich, half sandwich half salad, half sandwich half soup, or any of the other items listed on their menu. You can customize your sandwich by choosing the type of bread, cheese, sauce, and anything other ingredients they have listed that you want to add. My favorite thing to get is their chicken salad sandwich on their delicious honey wheat bread. Whenever I order this, I find myself having enough food to last two meals, which is great at the prices Mezzo has to offer. The ambiance of the restaurant is super cute and I really like sitting in their outside area. Great restaurant you should definitely check out in Berkeley! read more

Delicious, huge salad! Three of us shared the chef's salad with tofu - at the end of the meal, half of it was leftover to send with our college student! :) Don't miss the homemade bread. And the patio is surprisingly quiet and relaxing. We had an early lunch so there wasn't much of a line - a lot more people were waiting (out the door and into the street) when we left. read more

They used to call themselves Intermezzo but that about all that's different! Their salads are still as huge as I remembers them to be. I got the Cobb Salad with Chicken Salad as my protein! It had all the normal fixins as a standard Cobb with a few Berkeley Extras like Spouts and Avocado and more.. Two big containers of dressing of your choice and you'll be having this salad for days as it comes with two huge slices of home made bread. Definitely a do over!!! Parking is.... Well heck it's Telegraph Ave so you already know but it's still a do over! read more

Mezzo - Cobb Salad with Chicken Salad - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

The best spot ever. Would eat a salad from here every single day if I could. The best value. Salad is HUGE. Can easily last someone 2-3 days and all the toppings are delicious. Love that they don't up charge for half an avocado like every other place does. All the proteins are great too. And they give a slice of bread. My favorite spot ever :) read more

Best sandwich and lunch spot in Berkeley. Such fresh and tasty ingredients for their sandwiches and freedom to create whatever you want. Amazing price for large amount you get. Pineapple on side is a great touch. Beautiful outdoor seating area. Mezzo till I die read more

Ive been coming here for probably 30 years ( minus when closed after a fire). Their salad is my absolute favorite. Easily enough to share with another person. But also great to take 1/2 home as leftovers. I order the chef salad which is their veggie delight with protein. I always choose the hummus as my protein as it's super creamy and flavorful. The salad has lettuce, cabbage, carrots, cucumber, egg, tomatoes, sprouts, avocado, kidney beans and garbanzo beans. (Hoping I'm not missing anything). I like their poppy seed dressing and they don't over dress the salad which is great. The salad comes with a big hunk of their most delicious bread. They also make sandwiches (with their delicious homemade bread) and have a soup of the day. The prices are super reasonable. $15.95 for the chef salad. It is counter service where they make the salad right in front of you. Their outside patio is inviting and spacious. It does get busy when Berkeley is in session as it's right in telegraph street. Very popular with the college students. I wish there was one of these in Palo Alto. I'd go everyday!!! read more

Mezzo is an absolute amazing place to curb your hunger. Mezzo is all about fresh, quality ingredients, in-house baked breads and pastries, fresh juices, salads that eat like a freakin feast, and sammys that are jaw dropping. You seriously cannot go wrong here as their prices, quality, freshness and portions truly make it worth the visit. The line can be long depending on when you're there, but be patient, you'll be treated to some hefty portions of grub. The kitchen staff are workin hard, front of house are doing the same and everyone is doing it all, with friendliness. You'll never leave hungry while at Mezzo. Don't forget to tip the folks. This is a place that's truly hookin you up! read more

I've been going to Intermezzo since 1996. This last experience might be my last. It was glorious for many years but they really need to work on consistency. The wait in line for a sandwich is agonizing (20 min at 2pm!) and the workers have the facial expression of folks working in a gulag. The whole trough looks disorderly and borderline sanitary. My half sandwich/salad combo was a miss. Maybe I pine for the old days but this was a major miss for me. Not worth the time, effort, or money. read more

Mezzo - half sandwich/salad combo - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

Fresh and delicious! I shared a chicken salad sandwich and beef chili soup with my husband and both were so good! Definitely a place to check out while in Berkeley. Staff/servers are friendly and this is a great place to get some work done, catch up with friends, and simply enjoy a meal. read more

Mezzo - Chicken salad sandwich on sourdough bread - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

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First of all, this is a cute lunch spot near campus. The patio is large with plenty of seating. And I loved the flowers at each table. I ordered a half sandwich (gigantic!) and half salad (also gigantic!). Don't come here if you want a small portion! Even though the portions are massive, a dressed salad and sloppy sandwich don't save well. The sandwich was overloaded with mayo and the bread was super thick - it was quite challenging to eat! Unfortunately, the salad looked better than it tasted. :/ I had a nice lunch outside with my friends. But next time, I think I'll just grab a coffee here. read more

Mezzo - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California

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One of my favorite restaurants in Berkeley. Lively and relaxed ambiance with a nice outdoor seating area in the back. Great spot for brunch, sandwiches, and soup. read more

Mezzo - Avocado toast with eggs, mint lemonade - Sandwiches Near Me - Berkeley, California