Cali Alley is one of my go-to spots... I'm constantly trying to convince people to meet me there…read morefor lunch, or telling them to just DoorDash it because it's that good. It's also one of those places that makes you want to stay. The food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and generous. Every time I come here, I tell myself I'll pace myself... and every time I fail because it's just that good. The burgers are loaded and perfectly balanced, the fries are always crisp (never soggy, which is rare), and everything tastes high-quality and made to order. You have to try the chicken and waffles. The waffle batter tastes homemade and the butter takes it to another level... it's one of those dishes you keep thinking about after. I'll even DoorDash it all the way to Jingletown. The patio setup is really well done... there's a mix of larger tables for groups and higher bar-style seating for smaller hangs. The wooden furniture and cushioned benches make it comfortable, and they've got heaters for colder days and umbrellas when it's sunny, so you can usually pick your ideal spot. You order at the window and then just hang out while you wait... it's a relaxed flow and the food comes out pretty quickly. The staff are always kind and welcoming, and the whole place has a relaxed, homey vibe with really good music. Highly recommend... just come hungry.

I got the grilled prawn bowl. it's basically 4 prawns on top of a bunch of salad mix--for $21. (You…read morehave to pay extra $2 for the rice.) it's just not worth it. For what it's worth one of the other customers told me their fried chicken sandwich is really great.

yummy pretzels, good drinks (mexican coke, topo chico). their artichoke ones, and the ones with…read morechorizo and potatoes and leeks are my favorite, but all are nice. sometimes fun collabs with local chefs - one time a perfect beet-cured gravlax on their pretzel, that was spectacular. very nice owners too. and that sweet little kid corner with the books for littles are a happy place!

This just became my new favorite place! I visited Germany earlier this year and have been dreaming…read moreof the pretzels I had while in Munich ever since. These pretzels tasted the legit like authentic German pretzels. I got the original and had it warmed up, it was super buttery and perfectly salty and this crunch on the outside while completely soft on the inside, it was EXQUISITE!!

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.

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.

Let me begin by saying that I think this place has the best key lime pie I've ever tasted, and I…read morecan eat gluten. I also like that this location has longer business hours than most GF bakeries and serves breakfast all day as well as lunch items. Another big plus is the allergens are clearly labeled online and in the shop. However, I've had negative experiences here on 3 consecutive visits. I go here for my gluten free partner. On one of the visits, I ordered a stuffed bagel and waited for 15 minutes before going back up to the counter to say that I still hadn't received my order. It was busy, but by this time, the person standing at the counter had nothing to do. They apologized and made my order then, but the experience left a bad impression on me since it was my first time eating inside the bakery. On my next visit, I ordered several items inside the bakery to take home with my pickup order and received a pain de chocolate instead of a cinnamon donut, which I didn't notice until I got home. The pain de chocolate costs more and my partner wasn't able to share it with me due to a soy allergy. I suppose I could've been paying more attention, but these items don't have similar names at all, so I was not expecting this error. That said, I made a mental note to pay more attention when ordering inside the bake shop for future orders. On my next visit, I ordered a mocha cupcake and berry muffin, but the cashier rang me up for a hand pie instead of a muffin. Again, the hand pie was more expensive. This time I caught it and asked for it to be corrected. I work in customer service and I act with kindness when mistakes are made because we're only human. However, I believe 3 negative experiences in a row shows a pattern and warrants some attention. I will continue to patronize this business due to the reasons I mentioned at the beginning of this review, but I will now have to be vigilant in ensuring that I receive the correct items and am charged the correct amount. This of course is not ideal. I hope service improves.

10am on a Saturday before it opened and a line was probably over 10 people. Parking in front is…read morelimited, but if you go past the lot there are more in the back. Plenty of things to look at while in line and even sample! I've only ever got pastries there but they have food made to order! Looks cute and cozy. Cinnamon roll was AMAZING! And honestly everything is around $6 which is pretty avg for gluten free. Limited indoor seating but it seemed a bit busy!

We hosted our wedding reception at Gather this weekend and it was fabulous!…read more Jodi, Chef Matt, Kurt, and their team are so exceptionally kind and attentive. We were lucky enough to work closed with Mika and Ivan who were so attentive, responsive and helpful with everything. Gather accommodated every food allergy request and gave us generous creativity to customize the drinks and food menu. Our top favorite recommendations on the menu: spicy tomato pizza with cashew puree, harvest bowl, corn soup, and of course all the perfectly roasted veggies!!!! The indoor space has a delightful balance of natural light, greenery, and wood and the outside garden is fabulous in the summer. We can't wait for future celebrations at Gather and feel so grateful for the kind service and delicious memories we shared there.

Berkeley's food scene is about as diverse as they come, ranging from student-friendly hole-in-walls…read more(Top Dog, Steve's BBQ) to upscale dining (Chez Pannise) and everything in between. One of our coworkers recommended Gather, a large, farm-to-table restaurant, so five of us ventured here for a business dinner. The food and service were definitely 5 stars. Great laid back vibe. We came on a Tuesday night and yet the restaurant eventually got busier through the night. My favorite dishes were: Yellowtail Sashimi and Corn Riblets are both great appetizers and full of flavor. We should have double ordered to split among five. The half roasted chicken had crispy skin and was fairly well seasoned and moist. I don't indulge in desserts as much these days but if split a few desserts among five people you get 1/5 the calories, LOL! I recommend the warm bread pudding, pecan sundae, and salted chocolate chip cookies. In case street parking is difficult (it often is in Berkeley!), the restaurant is located right next to Oxford Garage which has a low flat fee for weeknights.

Really enjoyed our brunch at Sunday! It has that charming, boutique, family-owned feel that makes…read morethe experience a little more special. The food was fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. The omelets were fluffy and delicious with perfectly crispy tots, and the waffle was definitely a standout, loaded with fresh fruit, ice cream, and delicious ube. Generous portions, great flavors, and a welcoming atmosphere. Sunday is exactly the kind of locally owned neighborhood restaurant we should all support. We'll definitely be back!

Matcha French Toast Combo - 4/5, pretty good matcha topping and white chocolate drizzle. Comes with…read more3 toasts and some bananas. Bulgogi Omelette - 3/5, bulgogi had some flavor but I think it could be better. The tater tots were definitely the best thing there! I was sad to see that the tater tots themself weren't on the menu anymore Didn't try the chicken and waffles or the fried chicken, but next time!

What a delightful find after a morning of bike ride into Berkeley. We stashed our bikes and…read morequickly became immersed with the variety of colorful, tantalizing pastries beautifully displayed inside the cafe. Eclairs galore! Friendly server quickly got our tea and iced latte out. I also couldn't resist a chocolate dipped scallop shaped cookie which turned out to be two sandwiched together. Very flaky texture and lightly sweetened which was perfect. We saw that they also offered different savory sandwiches and a "French taco" lol. Will have to return and try next time!

I came in to get a coffee. I sat down with a pistachio latte and two beautiful pastries, which is…read moreone more than I intended to get. I also wanted to get one of everything, but that's not feasible. So delighted to have stumbled across this charming French & Algerian bakery. Warm and friendly service.

earned a star for: 1. great food, always consistent…read more2. quick service 3. reasonable prices

Probably not the most authentic Vietnamese Cuisine that I have ever tried. Nevertheless, when it…read morecomes to fresh ingredients and tasty food- this restaurant hits the mark. I chose the honey chicken fresh-roll sandwich that came standard with jalapeños, cilantro,cucumbers, and pickled carrots. You also get a side of namnam sauce on the side which has a subtle spicy kick to it. This sandwich was delicious and priced at just under $10.00. My son who follows a gluten-free diet chose the fresh-roll bowl with lemongrass pork. The bowl arrived with the same ingredients as my sandwich - plus onions, purple cabbage and broccolini. I was able to sneak a bite of his bowl and it was delicious. I will give this place a solid 4 stars. The ordering system is all done through a self service electronic touch pad so you won't be able to ask the employees any questions regarding the menu. However , there is a handy chart near the ordering station that covers all the dietary facts about their food in case you have food allergies. My son and I found this extremely helpful. I will be back, and I can't wait to try other menu items!

Had a great dinner at Parche! The Tumaco Ceviche was fresh, with a nice touch of sweet drop…read morepeppers. Our favorite was the Empanada de Ajiaco--filling, perfectly crusted, and served with delicious jalapeño cilantro aioli. The Patacones were good, though the beef, onion marmalade, and tropical salsa were a bit sweet for my taste. The Cacao Nariño dessert was amazing, especially with our Carajillos and Espresso Martinis. Friendly service, quick food, and a fun meal overall!

I came here on Wednesday as a party of 4. Although it was a weekday, it was already packed with a…read moreline! Fortunately, we had a reservation and were seated quickly. We ordered the EMPANADA DE AJIACO, SWEET PLANTAIN 'GNOCCHI', AREPA DE LAS MONAS, CHICHARRÓN CRISPETAS, and the ALTIPLANO BIRD. The empanadas were delicious - crispy crust, juicy chicken, and tangy salsa. The "gnocchi" was interesting as I was skeptical of the vegan sausage. However, I was pleasantly surprised by how "realistic" it was. I wasn't a huge fan of the chicharrons because it had a semi-strong taste that wasn't my preference. I was a fan of the arepa de las monas! We all shared the altiplano bird which I thought was good. It was roasted well with maintaining juiciness and flavor. However, I'm not sure if it was worth nearly $40. Overall, this was an interesting dining experience as I've never had Colombian food before and would go occasionally with costs in mind.

LOVE THIS! My favorites are the sandwich rolls and cinnamon raisin sourdough -- gluten-free,…read moregum-free, rice-free, with arrowroot and minimal organic, non-GMO ingredients. There's quite a love story behind the making of this bread and business. You get a glimpse of it with every bite. Toasting is necessary. I made the mistake of eating the bread straight from the bag and regretted that I had bought very expensive sawdust. I tried different toasting times to see how the texture and taste evolved and what a revelation! I prefer lightly toasting the sandwich rolls intact so that the center remains slightly cool to the touch. Over-toasting makes the rolls mushy on the inside and muddles the flavors. I then dip in olive oil. Srsly hvnly. Mother's Market, my closest option in Socal, carries an excellent selection.

I was really excited to try this bread after hearing so many people rave about it, but honestly, I…read moream so disappointed. I'm not sure what kind of GF bread some people are used to, but this just was not good. That's an understatement! The loaf size is tiny and very dense. Every time I sliced it, my knife ended up coated in gummy residue, which makes me think it was undercooked and possibly under-proofed. It also absolutely requires toasting. Eating it straight from the bag is not possible. The cinnamon raisin bread had maybe 1-2 raisins per slice. What frustrates me most is that I spent $85 for 6 loaves (including shipping), and I ended up throwing every single one away. Such a waste and such a disappointment. For now, I'll be sticking with Carbonaut GF bread until I finally find a gluten-free loaf that actually delivers on texture and flavor. BTW: the photo shows a slice of Carbonaut GF next to the Bread Seriously loaf for comparison.