What a fun restaurant! The decor is festive and inviting. For us, this was the best location because it was literally next to the bart station and half a block from The Freight. Our server - can't remember his name but he was great! The food and the drinks were great. We had: The heirloom tomato and burrata $18 - this was very good! Focaccia $10 + 3 dips $7 Arancini $18 Flatbread Can't wait to return! read more

Revival was my girl's choice for Valentine's Day. The ambiance is whey and fun. It was busy because of Valentine's Day and service was good. They moved people in and out well. Because it's Berkeley, parking is always hit or miss. The food we had was pretty good. All dishes we had had a nod to Asia which was cool. I found out later the Chef owner spent some time in Asia for an extended time. Her choice of fruit and vegetables very fresh and elevated her dishes. Not sure I would come back but if I were local I would definitely come back for a quick bite. read more

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2.5-3 Star Yelp Review Revival Bar & Kitchen - Berkeley, CA Revival Bar & Kitchen has that signature Berkeley charm -- stylish, artistic, and effortlessly farm-to-table in a way that feels very "downtown Berkeley." The atmosphere is warm and creative, and the space works well for date nights, drinks with friends, or a pre-show dinner. Service was friendly and knowledgeable. The staff explained the menu well and checked in at the right times. No issues there at all. But when it came to the food, things went sideways. The presentation was the first red flag. For a spot that leans on a seasonal, chef-driven identity, the plates came out looking surprisingly sloppy. Edges messy, portions uneven, and one of the boards looked like everything was just piled in a heap. It didn't look intentional; it looked rushed. And flavor-wise? Let's just say the food -- other than the pizza -- was not a winner. Nothing we tried was terrible, but nothing stood out either, and most dishes felt under-seasoned or unfocused. The pizza was the one bright spot: hot, flavorful, and clearly coming from the strongest section of their kitchen. If the rest of the menu had the same attention as the pizza oven, this would be a different review. The good news? The cocktails were impressive -- balanced, creative, and easily one of the highlights of the night. If you come for anything, come for the drinks. Overall, Revival has the atmosphere, the service, and the bar program going for it, but the food needs more consistency and way more attention to detail -- especially with presentation. There's potential here, but they aren't hitting it yet. Still, try it for yourself. You might enjoy different dishes than we did, and your experience might be what gets us to come back for another round someday. read more

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I hosted a graduation party for my daughter and several of her friends (total of 40 people) at Revival and it was really great! Their private room was already booked so they had us off on the side of the restaurant and it worked out just fine and felt like our own space. I worked with their manager named Lucy, and they were really accommodating with working with our budget and various dietary restrictions to create a menu that accommodated everyone. The food is seriously delicious, from the appetizers to the dessert. We were able to hang our own decorations and balloons which was nice, they had staff just for our party passing our appetizers and serving us all night long. Their house wine was totally delicious and affordable...I would def. recommend Revival for your next gathering! Also, it wasn't too loud which can always be a concern at restaurants. read more

Lovely spot with a very Berkeley feel. Went here with a group for a pre-show dinner, and were pleasantly surprised that our server asked if we had plans after dinner and at what time so she could ensure our food came out on time so we wouldn't be rushing to the playhouse. As for the food, everything was delicious! I myself shared a brussel sprout app with the beef bourguignon. Both were flavorful, fresh, and perfectly hit the spot -- plus they were the perfect amount to share between two (with a little more extra to spare). The beef was very tender; we were impressed. We also had the sticky toffee pudding for dessert! Super yummy with some crunchy bits in it that perfectly complemented the sticky sweet. read more

Revival is one of the best restaurants left at Berkeley after the Pandamic. The food is excellent with high quality of produce and organic. The service is one the best customer service with a lovely craft cocktail and full bar as well. The Ambiance is just fit your vibes as you want it. I will high recommend this place to check it out. read more

Revival Bar & Kitchen - New American Near Me - Berkeley, California

Only went in for cocktails. The bar staff were so attentive and friendly. Definitely would come back. read more

Decided on this place right before attending a show. We were welcomed almost immediately and we sat at the bar. It was happy hour so we decided on the Duck Confit Wings and the Kenebec Fries. The wings were really good. Had this orange glaze on them that was very tasty. The fries were perfectly crispy. Very, very good. I didn't really care for the aioli they came with though. I ordered the Save the Bees cocktail as well. It was ok but lacked booze and it was warm. The food and service was great and I'll be back. read more

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Came back for a drink - this blood orange gin gimlet was great! Knew the bartender, Robby, from Fonda in Solano. Great see him. Sat at the bar and enjoyed the happy hour menu and deals. I'll be back for happy hour! read more

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Walked in tonight for dinner. We really enjoyed our experience. Our server (younger, tallish brunette) was very very sweet & did a great job. Only negative was that the restaurant was very warm. Not sure if the ac was broken or what was going on but it was definitely warmer inside than outside on an already warm evening read more

WHEN: Tue @7pm Came here to meet with 3 others for dinner and it was all our first time. Was able to easily make reservations via Open Table, but it's not busy since it's a weeknight. PARKING: I believe street metered parking is free after 6pm, so if you can snag one up, you're in luck! But please do not leave anything visible! One of us had her car broken into just down the street! I appreciate the extensive beverage menu which includes non-alcoholic cocktails, which I had! I chose: BLOOMS IN MORNING DEW - $12 Blueberry & Mint Tea, Pineapple, Lime, Rosemary, and Citrus Egg White Foam. Why am I always a sucker for drink with eggs in them? This drink was so good with the right amount of sweetness! I'm really glad I ordered it! It's also so pretty. HOUSE PICKLE PLATE - $12 Zucchini, carrot, cauliflower, bread and butter pickles. It's pickles, which of us decided on this? It's a waste in my opinion, I would have preferred actual bread and butter, haha. CALIFORNIA CHEESE BOARD - $38 Humboldt Fog Goat Cheese, Point Reyes Quinta Goat Brie, Cypress Grove Midnight Moon Aged Goat served with pralined walnuts, honey, apple, olive oil flat bread. Why were they called flatbread? It's bland crackers that no one even touched. The rest were good though! Charcuterie boards are always fun when it's just not pickles. SHISHITO PEPPERS - $13 House-made crème fraiche ranch. The fact that it is served on a bed of ranch takes the cake! These were fun to eat and I enjoyed it! Didn't hit a spicy one though, thank goodness. CONFIT DUCK WINGS - $16 Black Pepper & Orange glaze, arugula and orange jus. Pretty impressed with this one! I thoroughly enjoyed it. I believe it came with 5 pieces. RBK HOUSE DUCK TWO WAYS - $36 Mary's organic smoked duck breast and confit leg, port jus, mashed potatoes, heirloom spinach, cherries. More duck! We all shared this dish and it well enjoyed! Nothing dry about it, and I loved the creamy mashed potatoes. Too bad this spot closes early at 8:30pm, so we left to have dessert elsewhere. Our server was very friendly and we all had a wonderful time, feeling a bit fancy dining here. read more

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I had won a gift card here and was notified in an email that we can only order online and can't dine in, which is a first in my opinion. Since I took note of this, I went ahead and order directly on their website: pepperoni pizza, stone fruit & burrata, and fries. After waiting for awhile, I called to see if our order is ready and came to find out they don't accept any orders on their website due to them operating on a third party site =/ They could've put an announcement on their website to notify their customers ahead of time. So... I had to replace the stone fruit burrata to a heirloom tomato burrata, that was unfortunate as my friend really wanted to try that. My friend & I drove there and they had everything ready to go. We wanted to dine in and we ask the staff if it's ok for us to sit & eat, and they're actually fine with it. It would've been perfect if they notify us that we can actually dine in and order instead of order online if their website can't take orders.. While sitting and eating our food, we order two non alcoholic drinks: pineapple silk daqurai & a blood orange shrub mocktail which was good. Besides the hierloom tomatos, the food was mid. Only good thing is that their service was very good. They were friendly & accommodating to our requests. Since I use the gift card to pay half of all the food I order online, I used the remaining amount to pay for our drinks & the manager came and told us that it's all on the house which was fantastic as the whole situation was crazy. Of course, I left a tip for good service :) read more

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Revival Bar & Kitchen is one of the true gems of Berkeley dining. Their food is inventive, creative, and absolutely divine--whether you're savoring it in the restaurant or enjoying their catering. Most recently, they generously donated a bounty of chocolate chip cookies to a fundraiser we hosted for a local animal rescue. These were everything you want in a chocolate chip cookie: deep dark chocolate, crunchy edges, buttery richness, and just a kiss of salt. Completely addictive AND nostalgic! At another event, their pizza was equally unforgettable--offered in several varieties, with a crust that had that perfect "New York" flavor yet still managed to be thin, crisp, and sturdy enough to hold every topping. Umami: check! Inside the restaurant, their seasonal menu reflects the bounty of California. From peaches to mulberries woven into salads and desserts, to squash blossoms that are a celebration in your mouth! Everything is fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented. One of the great pleasures of dining at Revival is not only the people-watching but also watching the gorgeous plates parade through the dining room. What truly sets Revival apart, though, is the way they are woven into the Berkeley community. I've attended fundraisers, holiday events--like a joyful Chanukah latke party--and am always struck by how warm and celebratory the space feels. Revival is also a perfect pre-theater spot--just steps from Freight & Salvage and Berkeley Rep. And for special occasions, the atmosphere and menu strike a balance of elegance and creativity. Simply put, Revival Bar & Kitchen represents the best of the best of Berkeley: community-minded, culinarily inventive, and consistently, gloriously delicious. read more

We as promised came back almost a year later to the day. We came in for a very early dinner so it was not crowded at all. This time, the service was solid, food was good, no complaints. Their pizza is actually really good - great crust. I also do like the vibe in there. Give them a go. read more

I've been here twice. Once before a Young the Giant show at the Greek and once before a Rise Against show at the UC Theatre. Both time the service was impeccable, the drinks inventive and classic where appropriate. The cheese and charcuterie boards were good, last night had the pumpkin arancini...so good. Centrally located, a block from a solid public parking lot, might be a tad on the pricey side...order your food conservatively...no need to pay for leftovers here. read more

Revival Bar & Kitchen - "Sunset" Negroni - New American Near Me - Berkeley, California

It's one of the oldest Ace classic bar and restaurant in Berkeley. Location is great with accessible with central Berkeley and good for walking around before or after visiting this place. Therefore it's a resort for people waiting for a show or theater close by making Friday nights or weekend nights very busy and gets suddenly calm like after 7ish when shows starts! Food is delicious with good varieties. Service is relatively quick with responsive friendly waiters. There is full bar with good variety of cocktails. Good for gathering, groups, meetup and dates. Parking is a hassle in general in downtown Berkeley but doable. read more

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Came for dinner one evening prior to seeing a show at Berkeley Rep. Was pleasantly surprised with the food. Enjoyed the ambiance as we had a nice view of the room. Bar area seemed rather large, though I had made a reservation for the main dining room. As others had mentioned, service can be a bit slow, so don't expect a fast meal unless you say something ahead of time. I was fine with the pace and dessert was our only hiccup. Very much enjoyed the Brussels Sprouts and Deviled Eggs. The other items were good too, but these were my standouts. Will come back again when the seasonal menu changes. read more

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Some of the dishes were not tasty or just the same ingredients prepped differently. Also our wait staff wasn't knowledgeable about the cocktails. The ambiance and decor is gorgeous and unique though! Worth checking out for a drink at the bar at least. read more

Elegant spot with fantastic values. Delicious food!!! For meat eaters, picky eaters, and vegans. Creative vegan dishes and display. Thank you especially to Eric for making us be grateful to take bar seats! Great conversation and service is an understatement- amazing drinks and knowledge shared- we'll be back. The drinks were pure art. Thank you Lucy for a great entry into the restaurant. read more

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Wow, finally tried Revival and was very disappointed. The happy hour drink was laughably small, and the $17-18 salad was pathetic. Bartenders were friendly, but too busy to be attentive. Was hoping this could be a pre-theater spot, but will look elsewhere next time. read more

The worst the worst! Food was awful very expensive had crab fettuccine something nothing like fettuccine I ever had! One like crab meat on top some sort of green creamy sauce not sure what was in it very gross. Would never go back! Don't waste your money left hungry they didn't even provide bread NOTHING. read more

We were going to see Third World at The Freight and this restaurant was on the corner! They immediately ask if you're going to a show, loved that! (Theatre district/Berkeley-everybody was going to see something I'm sure)! It was mobbed but service was great and the food was delicious! We had 2 different charcuterie boards & corn ribs all great! We'll go back next time we're in the hood! read more

At some point, I'll make it to Revival. I've passed by it on Shattuck, but my timing was off about dining in there. However, I've always been fast on the draw when it comes to delivery, and I saw a salad with my name on it. Literally because my name was on the takeout box from their delivery service aptly named King Kale. It was the $22 Kale Caesar Salad. With the extras I ordered, it jumped up to $34.77. That included $4 for the Grilled Shrimp. $1.50 for Avocado, and miscellaneous fees and sales tax. The effort was reasonable, even though it was rather overdressed (photo: https://bit.ly/3JhwR0E). I did like how they wrote a note to disclaim that they substituted cucumbers with snow peas and mini bells. It's the thought that counts. FOOD - 3 stars...fresh but overdressed and the fees killed me AMBIANCE - n/a.. it was a delivery so.., SERVICE - 3.5 stars...they wrote a nice note TOTAL - 3 stars...better to visit next time RELATED - Exploring Berkeley? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: http://bit.ly/2CbVh8u read more

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This place is okay for small plates and appetizers, however the service is very slow and the pizza is subpar. We ordered the Brussels Sprouts and the Pumpkin Arancini as appetizers. The sprouts were a bit limp and overcooked - we could've done without them, but the Arancini was tasty. The puttanesca pizza was just bad. How can you mess up pizza so badly? I am not sure, as it's pretty simple to make a delicious pizza. Nevertheless, I was surprised at how disappointing the pizza was. Slivr is ten times better than the pizza here. Way too salty, not enough cheese, not enough tomato sauce, or even toppings. Half of the slices were simply exposed dough with no cheese or toppings. It's been a while since I have been in a restaurant and this unsatisfied with the quality of a simple pizza. To top it off, (pun intended) the service was so slow that it took more than 20 minutes for this pizza to arrive. I would definitely explore other options for dinner in Berkeley, and don't plan on giving Revival a second visit. read more

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An early New Years Eve dinner with the family. Ok, I didn't like the recent price increases (foccaccia and optional accompaniments were up 10% and 17%, respectively, among other increases) or, their dropping the steak and burger from the menu (contrary to their response, they did not have either on Dec. 31 by dinnertime, which was confirmed by the server) or, their passing on a 3% credit card fee, but overall the portion size was good and the food better than average. We had the cabernet by the glass, oysters, foccaccia, fish stew, short ribs, risotto, sticky toffee pudding, chocolate torte, a Shirley Temple and expresso. The only other disappointments were having to ask for more water and the servers failure to put in our pizza order (though we were so full we asked her not to at the end of our meal). read more

We went to the Revival Bar & Kitchen for the first time this past Saturday. When we walked in, I was so impressed by the beautiful interior and everything was very clean. The food was amazing and I love how everything is locally sourced and organic. I had the steak and my husband had the duck. I'm picky about steak and the server assured me that it was a quality cut. She was right! We had drinks and they were amazing craft cocktails. I felt like the pricing was really fair for what you get and our server, Angie, was so informative and attentive. They also had a jazz band playing that added to the great vibes. We really enjoyed this experience and will be back. read more

Beautiful restaurant! Great and attentive service! Food is amazing! My go to dishes are the salmon and wild rice, or the duck breast with polenta. Both taste SO good that I dream of them weeks after I've had them. read more

Fries were stellar, chicken sandwich was lacking for this price. Service was great and very accommodating to where we wanted to sit. Ambiance was traditional nice American, but the food isn't farm to table so it's just okay. Taste wise the chicken sandwich was lacking flavor and was a bit dry. I think they could do much better for their prices. read more

Revival Bar & Kitchen - Chicken sandwich - New American Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Amazing food! But takes a while time to arrive. Ambiance is unique and nice as well. I would definitely recommend coming here, just make sure you aren't on a time crunch. read more

Revival Bar & Kitchen - New American Near Me - Berkeley, California

The wild salmon was excellent! However, my partner's steak was average at best. Oddly, they presented us with dinner specials after we had already ordered, that caused my partner quickly change our selections. The anchovies on the Caesar salad were unpleasant, and the peach strawberry shortcake was disappointing--it came with a flat biscuit rather than actual cake. Unfortunately, the service significantly detracted from our experience. The wait staff appeared very unhappy, and our waitress was particularly rude, though we chose to ignore it. The less than desirable service was especially disappointing since I had been looking forward to a nice dinner date. The subpar service left me feeling sad about what should have been an enjoyable evening.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

I've always loved the food and drinks here, so decided to host my 80th birthday party in their banquet room. We had 46 guests for drinks, dinner and dancing, and everyone was blown away by the delicious food, the superb service and the fun atmosphere. Lucy, the event coordinator and acting general manager, deserves a special shout out for her gracious coordination and professionalism. I'd highly recommend this venue if you're planning a party! read more

I visited Revival Bar and Kitchen on a recent visit to Berkeley. It was early evening on a Sunday and we stopped in because it was right in front of us and there were some things on the menu that we thought sounded good. We walked in and sat at the bar. It's a pretty good sized restaurant but it wasn't busy at the hour that we visited. The bartenders were friendly and helpful in explaining our questions about the menu. I appreciated some of the unique-sounding cocktail options and had a hard time making a decision. I went with the rosemary smoked old fashioned. The drink was very strong, to that point that I couldn't really taste the rosemary shrub that was the most enticing ingredient for me. As this was the stand-out element making it different from a regular old fashioned, I would have preferred a little more of the rosemary flavor. For food, we went with 6 oysters and and the duck confit wings. The oysters were pretty good but needed to be loosened from the shells-- I always appreciate when they do that ahead of time. The duck confit wings just weren't great. They were tough and difficult to get off of the bone. When I hear confit, I think slow-cooked, greasy, and melt-in-your-mouth tasty and I didn't really get that from this dish. The friend I dined with wasn't a huge fan, either. The oysters were the best part but still not the best I've ever had. Not sure if I'd visit again. read more

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This was not our first visit but certainly the most unpleasant. It's location is convenient to where we go to hear music. Tonight, the burgers were way overcooked and my friend's burger bun on the top was burned and my bottom bun was burned and I mean black as if fire had torched it. Maybe they mixed and matched. My fries were mostly little tiny pieces of potatoes. The basil aioli had a very weird taste. Timing was such that we could not return the food and have another wait for things to be recooked. When the waitress finally came to check on us and ask about the food, we were honest and she was going to have the manager stop by. They never showed up. I can't imagine going back after tonight. To keep customers happy they should have comped our drinks or maybe one of the burgers. read more

Stopped in while in the area enjoyed drinks and appetizers, friendly staff and nice ambiance and service . read more

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Perfect drink. Really good music tonight. More than enough attention from the bartender. One of the best fried chicken sandwiches I've ever had. Ditto the shrimp cocktail, especially the cocktail sauce. Didn't know cocktail sauce had a Platonic form. read more

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Terrible customer service. Manager was the worst offender, ironically. Refused to seat us stating they had no available tables and that they were "booked solid for the next few hours" despite a nearly empty dining room. We were told we could sit at the bar. We sat there drinking our drinks and watching a nearly empty dining room for nearly two hours. We were a diverse group and I couldn't help but notice that all those who had been seated by the Caucasian manager were also Caucasian... don't want to make any assumptions but it was hard not to notice. First and last time there. Don't recommend. read more

Went here on a Saturday evening with my family. Chill ambience with a Goldilocks amount of patrons (not too many that it's unbearably loud, not too few that it's uncomfortable). I don't know why Revival only has 3.5 stars because all of the food was delicious!!! And while my mom was disappointed that the duck breast ($27) was no longer available, that's a good sign that they have a popular dish that runs out. We ordered the arancini ($12), cioppino ($29), fried chicken ($26), and braised short ribs ($31). - arancini (4 risotto balls) . . . way exceeded my expectations! They come with a basil aioli and various herbs/vegetables that combine exquisitely. - cioppino . . . comes with mussels, clams, shrimp, lingcod, and calamari. All of them are so good!! - ribs . . . are tender and flavorful!!! - fried chicken . . . comes with allepo-honey glaze sauce, whipped yam, and rainbow chard, 2 thighs, 1 drumstick.The drumstick was kind of dry and sad, but they made up for it with the thighs, which were excellently sauced and had the perfect amount of crispiness. The whipped yams were also good. The rainbow chard was not a rainbow. I've seen the pictures on Google that are a colorful array. This was maybe 2 colors. Also did not like their taste. Overall though, still a great dish! By the way, Revival seems to change its menu FAST. Below, I posted a January 23, 2022 menu I found on their website and the menu from my visit on February 5, 2022. Less than 2 weeks later, the menu is already different . . . Another thing is that some of their offerings seem pricey. Like they have a burger for $24? wot (i)n flation! read more

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My boyfriend comes here literally every single week -- sometimes multiples times a week it's his favorite spot. I love it as well!! service is great, the menu is very specialized and the wine and spirits list is well curated. I love how this place is always doing something new and exciting and has a rotating menu!! read more

Revival Bar & Kitchen - Duck - New American Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Dinner food Menu is so limited, they need to add more variety, menu planning is necessary, service is pretty slow specially if you get the back room seating. Ambiance is great and waiters are all nice. Conveniently located if you are going to Berkeley Rep.. its on the pricey side, where we ordered a cheese plates which cost us 40$, its a appetizer for 2 hmmm, we came out of the restaurant paying fortune for a quick bite to eat before the show !!! read more

Unfortunately Revival is a pandemic casualty. Maybe new management has affected it? But it's not the same as before the pandemic. Still close to Berkeley Rep and Freight and Salvage, so good for before the theater. But the food and service doesn't warrant the price. The service is spotty. I came in May for a large party and we had a great time. Came back in July and the kitchen and service had major problems. read more