Straight up incredible. It was like an explosion of flavors. Went to Eureka on a Monday and loved…read moreevery bit of it. It was happy hour, so all their martinis were $10, a steal for the SF area. The espresso martini was delicious, but the lychee martini was the star of the show. The fries with Korean beef... please, I'll take ten. So good. The jalapeño burger with an egg on top was cooked perfectly, and I swapped the fries for green beans. Not to be dramatic, but those might be the best green beans I've ever had. Service was great too, zero complaints. I went with a local who loves this place, and I completely see why.

The manager (orange colored hair) on duty, Alexi at 6:17pm 08/05/26, is the reason for the poor…read morereview. I have been ordering the Wednesday smash burger special to-go for months, with zero issues. Today I was told it's policy for it not to be taken to-go. Nowhere is this stated online, the menu or the numerous staff members who have rung me up while on my lunch break. If this is in fact the policy, it needs to be communicated to ALL staff. Interesting enough my server Katie who I ordered the food, as well as to-go boxes, asked if I wanted them to-go. Make it make sense. Poor leadership, is the reason why I will no longer patronize this location or recommend to others. After briefly overheating Katie's interactions with others while waiting for my food, it's clear she is personable, kind, and capable of doing her job. Maybe she could be a better fit for leadership here. Lastly, the newly hired hostess who claimed it was her first day, and had to call "management" over upon my entry, was too busy on her phone to even acknowledge a customer leaving. Shame Eureka!

Had a wonderful experience at Tipsy Yeti! I'm vegetarian , and I really appreciated having…read moredelicious vegetarian options to choose from. The food was flavorful, fresh, and well prepared. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and the staff were friendly and attentive. I especially enjoyed the vegan momos--they were so tasty! It's great to find a place where I can enjoy Nepali food with good vegetarian choices. All the staffs were really exceptional. Definitely recommend checking out Tipsy Yeti with friends and family. I'll definitely be coming back!

What a fantastic find. This place is fairly new, and I'm so glad I stumbled across it. The food was…read moreexcellent, the service was genuinely warm and attentive, and the outdoor patio is such a great space -- relaxed, welcoming, and somewhere you actually want to linger. I'll absolutely be back and am very happy to have discovered this neighborhood gem.

$26 Brunch Pizza: surprisingly not oily. Liked the flavors…read more Corn soup should have been roasted first. It was too sweet for us (very low sugar family). Shakshuka: a traditional dish spread by the Ottomans. Very good.

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.

Maple Old Fashion, beer, calamari, pork belly, pakoras and fish tacos were DEEEELICIOUS! 10/10! The…read moreservice was even better. Thank you for a wonderful afternoon.

Location is cute and in a walkable area. You get thrown off that it's in a residential neighborhood…read morebut it's near the corner so not as odd. Clean. Staff was kind. Fish & chips, burger, BLT, fries, mango gelato and lava cake all solid.

One of the best buckets of chicken I've ever had I can't say enough good things about it and they…read morewill pull the meat from the bone so it's still flavorful, and you can just chow down without worrying about bones. Don't sleep on this place if you're into fried chicken

I thought that their spicy fried chicken sandwich was amazing and inspired a couple of follow up…read moretrips, and I rate it as the best I've ever had. Perfect textural mix of crunchy chicken and moist veggies/spicy sauce. The 4 star rating comes from ordering the chicken tenders by themselves with a side coleslaw. The tenders are pretty good with the spicy aoli sauce, but the sandwich is so next level that I had my expectations a tad too high. I'm still hoping to try some of their other options (maybe the buttermilk fried assortment), to see if it captures a bit of the same magic as the sandwich.

Wood Tavern has been my favorite restaurant in Oakland since I first visited nearly twenty years…read moreago. In all that time, it has remained remarkably consistent. I've been here for date nights, holiday dinners, business dinners, and countless meals with friends visiting from out of town. It's one of those rare restaurants that seems to work for just about any occasion. The service is always great, the College Avenue location is hard to beat, and I've always had good luck finding street parking nearby. The ribeye is my personal favorite and what I order more often than not. If you're coming with a group, the cheese and charcuterie plates are a great way to start. The menu is varied enough that there's always something for everyone, and I've never had a bad meal here. I was genuinely sad to hear that they'll be closing at the end of the year. Restaurants with this kind of quality, consistency, and character are increasingly rare. If you've never been, make a point of going while you still can. I'll certainly miss it once they're gone.

$25 Pastrami Sandwich: pretty darn good but there is an excellent pastrami that I just tried…read moreelsewhere which dampens my enthusiasm. This one had some crispy edges and well prepared which was lovely though. $14 warm chocolate buckwheat pudding cake: definitely house made. Definitely very good but definitely a safe choice. I think I should have been more adventurous. As good as this is, I'm not convinced I got my $'s worth.

A Last-Minute Yelp Find That Delivered! Heading home from…read moreSan Francisco, we decided to stop for pasta. A last minute Yelp search led us to Creekwood in Berkeley, and luckily, I was able to secure a reservation inside. What a great find! Creekwood is in a residential neighborhood, which I love, although parking can definitely be a challenge. The exterior is architecturally pleasing, with clean lines and a fresh, modern look. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted by the hostess with a huge welcome and an equally huge smile. The restaurant has a cozy bar area, outside seating, and an estimated seating capacity of 50 guests. Inside, there is a combination of banquettes and tables that can be configured to accommodate different party sizes. The interior was extremely clean, visually appealing, comfortable and inviting. The bathroom was also extremely clean. Our server Malia was personable and offered great suggestions, as did several other staff members. Everyone we encountered was genuinely friendly and welcoming. We started with the corn chowder and burrata. The chowder arrived a little under-temperature for my liking, but the flavor was excellent. The burrata was plentiful, paired with tomatoes that were absolutely bursting with flavor. The burrata and tomatoes complemented each other beautifully, and there was just the right amount of dressing. My tablemate ordered the Margherita pizza, which arrived at the perfect temperature. Thin crust, fresh basil and great flavor it was exactly what a Margherita pizza should be. I was craving a meat based pasta with red sauce, but that wasn't on the menu. So I ordered the pappardelle with mushrooms and asked if they could prepare it with a red sauce. They were happy to accommodate me. It arrived at the perfect temperature, with beautifully cooked pasta and an orchestra of flavors. The depth and texture of the mushrooms gave me the satisfying, meaty texture I was craving. I would absolutely order this dish again! One of the highlights of our visit was meeting Greg, the owner, who was circulating throughout the restaurant and talking with his guests. We were first-timers, but clearly, many of his diners were what I like to call "repeat offenders." in the best way. Greg shared some of the history of Creekwood and explained that his goal was to create a true neighborhood restaurant and gathering place. I would say he has definitely accomplished that. He also mentioned that he is considering adding a happy hour, which would be a wonderful addition. They do have Coctails, beer and wine although I did not partake this time. Greg told us about one couple who has visited for brunch more than 149 times! Now THAT is a referral! If I lived in the neighborhood, I have no doubt I would become a repeat offender myself. Sometimes the best restaurant discoveries are the ones you make at the last minute. Creekwood was definitely a successful Yelp selection, and one I'm happy to recommend. Bravo Greg, Chef and Creekwood Family well done and we shall see you soon. GIve Creekwood a try you won't be disappointed.

My friend and I went on a Thursday for dinner. We arrived early, a little before 5 pm. We were…read moregreeted immediately and shown to a booth. It is a small restaurant with tables and several booths by the window. They also have outdoor patio service. We ordered a half dozen Point Reyes oysters on the half shell. They were very fresh. The crispy Brussels sprouts were nicely cooked. My friend ordered the black cod and I ordered the crab with pasta in white sauce. We also ordered a glass of Chardonnay and a glass of Sancerre. The black cod was delicious. I found my pasta dish a bit bland. We shared a piece of carrot cake. It was very good, moist, just sweet enough with a perfect frosting. The service was attentive. It is a very noisy restaurant. The staff was moving furniture around at the beginning. I asked to have the music lowered in volume. The room may benefit from more acoustic tiling since the noise bounced around the floor and walls.

The food we ate at 310 Eatery really hit the spot. It's an Asian fusion restaurant that has an…read moreextensive menu! Everything we ordered was flavorful and the ingredients were so fresh. The owner and staff members were so personable. They made sure we were taken cared of. You just don't get that level of customer service very often! It's a casual space with tons of seating. My absolute fav part of the meal was the dessert. WOW. The peach and strawberry cobbler was so fresh. You can even smell the butter before taking a bite. The vanilla ice cream brought everything together. A bit pricey, but definitely worth the splurge!

Good food! Loved the Maple Root Beer too. One thing they need to do to help the experience is put a…read morecoat of resin or polyurethane on their tables. They are super sticky and not smooth. Doesn't make it feel clean. Food was great and service was 10/10

Absolutely delicious and such a beautiful experience my favorite spot for Korean Fried Chicken The…read morecreative fusion flavors like the millionaires bacon are truly a must try and the attentive service paired with the chic swanky atmosphere makes this place easily one of my top picks in Berkeley

We had a great Korean-fusion brunch here. Here are some of our favorites:…read more* Korean Fried Chicken Benedict: The poached eggs had perfect runny yolks. I loved mopping up the runny yolks with the English muffin. * Korean Fried Chicken Waffles: This was more like a standard chicken and waffles, but the syrup had gochujang, which made it more Korean-like. I did wish the fried chicken had more of a spice, but nevertheless, still enjoyed the dish. * Pimped up Ramyun: This was like stir-fry noodles with flavorful sauce, veggies, millionaire's bacon, and fried egg. There was so much happening on the plate that I didn't know where to start first. Fortunately, there was no wrong way to start eating this dish. * Waldorf Wasabi Chicken Salad: After all the fried chicken, fried eggs, and millionaire's bacon, this is probably one of the more healthy choices on the menu. The creamy wasabi dressing was delicious. On a side note, the restaurant has *four* bathrooms! You don't need to wait for a bathroom to open up, as you would at restaurants with only one bathroom. I am not saying dining here will cause you to use the bathroom.

Outdoor was very nice. Nice lighting and there was a jazz show. Drinks were good and food and was…read moregood

Jupiter has a wonderful outdoor seating area and the food is consistently good. However, service…read morecan be a bit slow at times. During a recent Sunday afternoon visit, we experienced a pretty big delay during a shift change. We had traveled all the way from Palo Alto specifically for their pizza, but our waiter ended up forgetting to place our pizza order entirely. After waiting a long time just to get the check, I went up to the front to pay, which also took a while to get assistance. I was extremely disappointed at first, but the manager was incredibly kind, sincere, and accommodating. They apologized for the mistake and generously took care of the pizza on the house. Mistakes happen, but great management makes all the difference--we really appreciated how they turned the situation around!