I just ate here today. It's the middle of the night. I live 30 minutes away. That said, I'm debating if I should drive back tomorrow to eat here again. I'm so impressed with the food here. I ordered the garlic pork jowl and I'm still thinking about it. I'm not even an egg person--I usually end up giving my eggs to whoever I'm with--but this one was delicious! It was so light and creamy, it didn't tase "eggy". I also got the jasmine chia bowl. It's very pretty and also tastes good. But the stand out was definitely the garlic pork jowl. Parking isn't the best here but it's not terrible. It's located at the corner of a neighborhood with street parking so you may just need to park farther away. The restaurant kind of reminds me of the restaurants in New York as part of the seating is in this outdoor tented area. Also there's a line so expect a bit of a wait. read more

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Chiang Mai regional Thai breakfast/ brunch spot that is really popular in the Berkeley area. Came here with my parents on the weekend and as expected, there was a line. (It'a popular and the restaurant is pretty small). This place has a really cozy vibe because it kind of feels like a converted residential spot. And I'm not an architectural expert, but the windows have a Tudor style feel to them. The owner was here and she was getting people in and out as soon as she could. Everyone there was very friendly and accommodating, especially since my parents are getting a little old. We got a table inside eventually away from the draft coming from the entrance. We ordered the khanom krok to start and we ended ordering a few mains but shared everything family style. We ordered: Gaeng hung le (pork belly) Grilled pork jowl Sai oua (Thai sausage) Each of the dishes were served with a fried egg or 'lava' egg (basically soft scramble). The dishes were beautifully presented and tasted as good as they looked. There were plenty of spices, but it wasn't too hot. Just a beautiful spot with delicious food and really friendly service. I'm a huge fan. read more

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Came here on a Sunday at around 11:30 and there was a 1 hour wait for 4 people. There is both indoor and outdoor seating with covering available. The indoor seating is limited and cozy. After we were seated the owner explained the menu to us which was helpful and gave us ideas for those with dietary restrictions. We put our order in, I decided to go with their warm milk drink and vegetarian lava eggs. The milk drink came out after a few minutes and was so warm and comforting. The food took about 30 minutes and by then we were starving. Definitely did appreciate that all food is made fresh. The flavors were delicious and the eggs had a creamy texture. We would come back but during off peak times! read more

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Very cute place and very popular for brunch! Had to wait on a Saturday morning for brunch at 10 AM. I frequented Tanzie's since they first opened and have always been a fan of the green Thai tea as well as the pork rice bowls. Service is also friendly and very fast. During my last visit, I had the Jasmine tea chia bowl, which was beautifully presented. I have noticed that the prices have significantly increased (understandably), so this is probably a location for a special brunch - not just your local diner vibe. read more

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Hot take: I hate brunch. When I was younger, it was an excuse to day drink and engage in debauchery. These days, no thanks to hangxity. The no day drinking aside, it often feels like I'm wasting money on mid, overpriced batched-made brunch fare that's created for content, rather than taste. OFC there are exceptions and one of them: Tanzie's. From Kin Khao (one Michelin star) alums, Tanzie's serves Chiang Mai-inspired Thai brunch crafted with locally sourced ingredients and scratch-made dishes. And, every detail is intentional, including the airy parklet with chiffon curtains and hanging plants to the thoughtfully stocked restroom, complete with 2-ply toilet paper, hand lotion, and feminine products (I know, TMI). Walk-in's only, no rezzies. Arrived 10 minutes before 8:30 am opening and was first in line. By 9:15 am, it was crowded with a wait. New prix-fixe brunch coming soon; rezzies will be accepted on Tock. F O O D * Khanom Krok: Coconut Cakes w/ yam, sweet corn and green onion ($14): https://tinyurl.com/ywbnr2vw A traditional Thai street food, the coconut cakes are freshly made and served hot with a crispy outer layer and a soft, creamy, and slightly sweet center. Think flan but not as sweet. While served as an app, I would request this as a dessert. * Moo Yang: Grilled Pork Jowl w/ local honey, crispy garlic, lava egg, brown rice ($22): https://tinyurl.com/3aw3udba The pork jowl's crispy edges were a satisfying contrast to the tender, fatty interior. A drizzle of honey added a natural sweetness that elevated the flavors. Tanzie's take on the lava egg is reminiscent of Japanese and Korean tornado eggs--fluffy, soft, and custardy. Paired with perfectly cooked brown rice, it was bomb. * Seasonal Special: Dungeness Crab w/ lava egg, white rice, nam jim talay ($40): https://tinyurl.com/4jdxhruf Simple dish done right, light and fluffy rice with distinct grains topped with the soft custardy lava egg and crowned with fresh chunks of sweet crab. The nam jim talay elevated the dish, adding a bold, sweet-sour herbaceous umami with a kiss of heat. S E R V I C E Exceptional Thai hospitality. Our server, Boom was so kind, gracious, and thoughtful...offering water to my dogs on several occasions. Each table receives a carafe of water - thank you! Positive vibes and smiles all around from other staff. Prompt food service. A M B I A B C E Cozy cottage with a small indoor dining area and a private room. There's three sidewalk tables (mostly shaded) and five tables in the parklet. Overall, Tanzie's is one of the more remarkable brunches I've had in the bay. It's clear that care goes into every dish, from thoughtfully sourced ingredients to skilled techniques and attention to detail. I get the hype and accolades. read more

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Brunch!! went on a sunday around 11am-12pm? it was quite a wait even after joining the waitlist, but it was sunday brunch time, and i think there was a marathon that just ended so a lot of ppl there as well. smaller interior so my friends and I (4) shared a bigger table in a separate room with another 2 girls! it was very cute and i liked how it was a private area! we all got the pork jowl lava egg, and i got the green jasmine thai tea. both delicious!! the pork jowl was very crispy and the garlic crisps were so good. lava egg very creamy and soft and delicious. rice a little hard/dry but w the pork and egg it was fine. jasmine green thai tea super good! i love jasmine and it was pretty strong! good combo of jasmine milk tea and thai!! overall super yummy i will def come back!! hopefully at a better time with a shorter wait time tho... read more

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This ain't your regular Thai spot with creamy/sweet curries. The food here is authentic and straight out of Chiang Mai. We came here for an early (10am) brunch to skip the lines and it was totally worth it. The staff were super friendly and had good recommendations. It's definitely more on the expensive side given the relatively small portions but I think it's still worth it if you're an adventurous eater looking for new stuff to try once in a while. We got the black cod curry and the crab omelet. The sauce that came with the crab omelet was the real star of the show and we wanted to bottle it up for home. We'll be back to try more the next time we're in the area! read more

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We got here and there was a line. We got seated pretty quickly. My favorite dishes were the khanom krok and crab lava eggs. I was so glad they had the crab one in season. It was delicious!! I still think about their crab lava eggs and definitely need to go back for it but I'm not sure when they have it. The Thai beignets were good too. It tasted kind of like a Chinese donut/youtiao. read more

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Amazing brunch spot tucked away in Berkeley. The menu, while simple, is mostly rice dishes, with a well-cooked protein and the signature lava eggs on top. It just works well. This just goes to show, perfecting something simple goes a long way. The grilled pork jowl was amazing and the Dungeness crab special that day, while $40, was actually worth the spend. Would highly recommend to anyone who has a knack for Asian fusion spots and isn't afraid to fill up their taste buds for brunch! read more

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This place is jumping and packed so get your reservations in early or prepare to wait! Really wanted to try their lava crab omelet with fresh crab and that's why I came here, and it was tasty. I probably could eat three of these, no joke..portion is on the small side for a grown man, but hey, I'd come back again for this dish. 10/10 stars. Thai tea is on point. They even have the jasmine green thai tea and fresh juices. They had I think pineapple or something that day. I wanted to order almost everything. Their coconut snack appetizer was a hit. Each small coconut had a small topping like corn and was bite sized and tasted like a coconut pudding bite in top of a banana leaf. Service was friendly and top notch. I can totally see this place expanding and wish they would. Great brunch/lunch or any time meal place! read more

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Yummy Northern Thai brunch spot with friendly staff. The brunch is waitlist only no reservations so expect a wait on weekends. Thankfully, they take your phone number and text you when the table is almost ready so you have about 5 min to get back. Parking wise, I was able to find a street parking spot within walking distance fairly easily. The food was yummy and it's perfect to eat at on a sunny day outside. The inside is also super cute and looks like a little cottage. I find that most Thai Iced teas are super syrup-y and too sweet but this one tasted fresh and refreshing. The coconut cakes were really tasty and make sure you ask what specials they have for the day as well! read more

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Well worth the accolades. Came specifically for the grilled pork jowl, which is a Thai dish that is hard to find. Then was seduced by the special, a crab dish that features the lava egg over rice ($40). Pricey for the portion (see pic with spoon for scale), but satisfying and served with a delicious spicy sauce that was the star of the dish. Pork jowl was outstanding! Perfectly grilled and a must order. I'll be back for this item specifically and to try some other dishes when next in town. read more

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We decided to come for brunch on a Friday afternoon, and it felt like the perfect time. Every time I drive by here, the place is always busy but today we got lucky! Restaurant is on the main drag, so try and get street parking if you're lucky or on a side street. When you come here you HAVE to try the beignets and coconut cakes...the flavor profiles are delicious and so unique. We also loved the lava egg with the beef and Thai chilli sauce. The food was enough to share between us both. (FYI - you have to pay for water!) Ambiance was quaint, and very home-y. Staff was prompt, made appropriate recommendations, and were friendly. I love the Brick in here and fireplace) Try and score a counter spot inside ! I'd definitely come back to try some other items on the menu! read more

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Happy spring! What a lovely whimsical thai brunch spot. Everything was so pretty. Lava eggs were perfection. Fav was def the pork jowl. The special was the Dungeness crab lava egg which was also phenomenal. Definitely come here in a group to share all the different dishes. Service was pretty good, food didn't take too long to come out. read more

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Amazing thai brunch food. I came here with a few friends for brunch on a Monday and there was a 15 minute wait. It can get busy, but the servers are kind and attentive. The interior is small but decorated with plants and there is an outdoor seating area. The food: We got the Grilled pork jowl and the Nam prik ong (skillet fried rice with ground pork). The food was so flavorful and even a little spicy. The pork was garlicky, tender, and savory. I would love to go back here again! read more

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Love the lava egg with pork jowl! Might be my favorite brunch dish ever in the bay. Egg is buttery, pork jowl is crispy and garlicky. Perfection! 5 stars just for this dish; it's divine. Interior is super cute. Definitely a smaller restaurant but it gives cosy booknook vibes. Drinks are skippable; probably better to get some at a different cafe in the city. My thai tea tasted kind of watered down and the matcha strawberry seemed to have weird bits in it. I wasn't personally a fan of the khanom krok / coconut cakes; it was too sweet and creamy for me, but I'm also not a big coconut person. read more

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A lovely Thai brunch spot in Berkeley that was recommended by my friend to check them out! We arrived at around 11:30AM and got a table at the pretty outdoor patio section around 1PM, quite a wait but the weather was nice outside so we didn't mind! Service was lovely and friendly, I feel like that is the general vibe at most Thai restaurant that I've ever been to and Tanzie's definitely gave off the same energy! For the food, we shared their seasonal Lava Eggs with Dungeness Crab, the omelette itself have a lot of flavor, it was seasoned really nicely and cooked to a perfection. But the crab and the rice was quite bland for my taste, but it did came with a special fish sauce to enhance the food, my friends gave compliments to the sauce but I think it was just okay! Not a lot of crab was given for this dish so the price of $40 really not justified itself for me lol. But pork jowl was amazing, it has a perfect crips on the edge and tastes great, they marinated it really well, I truly think I will do this type of protein instead of the crab for lava eggs next time. Gaeng Hung Le (sizzling skillets with pork belly) were the star of my meal, I love the fried rice that came with it so much, it was so flavorful. The pork belly texture was tender and soft, the curry sauce itself has multiple layers of flavor, so complex but so good, it was spicy, peanut-y, slightly sweet and salty. I never tasted something like it before and I believe you will like it if you like your food on the savory sides like me. It feel and taste very authentic! Would total recommend people give it a try if they visit Berkeley, but street parking can be a little bit tricky! read more

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very very solid thai brunch (potentially my fav of the many thai brunch spots in sf/bay area) service is always super friendly and amicable and the store is well-lit and decorated. the restaurant is always quite busy though, so expect a wait. food-wise, you really can't go wrong with any of the lava eggs -- they're all really well-executed and flavorful. i tried the beef shank lava egg, which i really enjoyed (beef was very tender and flavorful and the eggs were perfectly cooked to be soft and silky). my friend got the special at the time, which was some kind of scallop lava egg. this was AMAZING. the scallops were perfectly cooked (not rubbery or sandy at all) and full of flavor with an added chili crisp on the side. the green thai tea was also really good (very strong jasmine notes) overall, tanzie's is a great option for taking visitors or just treating yourself when you find yourself in east bay! :) read more

Tanzie's - beef shank lava egg (front), scallop lava egg (back) - Salad Near Me - Berkeley, California

I tried Tanzie's for the first time yesterday and I already can't wait to go back! Tanzie is located in a residential area in Berkeley and I was lucky to find parking in front of a house right across. They don't take reservations and it was busy for a Sunday of course. Since it's a really small restaurant the host had to great us outside to put us on the waitlist, which was about 30 mins for inside, or immediate seating for outside. They don't have heat lamps but they offer blankets. It was a cold morning so we wanted to sit inside. Luckily, our table was ready in 15 mins. Inside was small, cute, and cozy... with a fireplace! What we ordered: -Nam Too Hu (warm soy milk) Perfect amount of sweetness 7/10 -Hokkaido scallop egg scramble (I don't remember the name) 9/10 Surprised the amount of scallops, it was in every bite! Would taste better if seared before scrambling with eggs - Nam Prik Kha (slow cooked beef shank) 10/10 The spicy paste that was on the beef shank was what made the dish since the beef didn't really have any flavor to it and the eggs over the rice was silky. - Khanom Krok (coconut cakes) 10/10 Although this was under the appetizer, we had it for dessert because it's sweet! But some of the cakes had savory toppings. My friend doesn't eat pork and since we were sharing everything I wasn't able to try any of the pork dishes, which I will return soon to try! read more

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It was our first time here, and we were so impressed. The service and atmosphere are great, and the foods are amazing. I'm from northern Thailand, and if you're craving northern Thai food, I highly recommend this place! read more

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I wish I had better things to say because I love supporting Asian owned businesses, but Tanzie's was good--not great--but good. There's both outdoor and indoor seating available, and the vibes are immaculate. Me and my friend got brunch, and the two dishes we got (lava eggs and chicken sausage (SAI OUA 24) and pork jowl) were good, but the portion sizes left a lot to be desired. Maybe I'm just a big eater, but if you come here, prepare to get more food! read more

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Yummm! A cozy little place perfect for small groups, Tanzie's is a fantastic Thai brunch place. The khanom krok is a great share plate that is light. I enjoyed the sweet and savory variations. The entrees are comforting and delicious. I especially enjoyed my pork jowl omelette. The egg was made perfectly while the garlic rice and pork jowl added the best savory and filling elements. Service was kind and attentive! I'd definitely come back to try their drinks. read more

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It's a long wait as are most great places, but worth it!! We have a baby in a stroller and they offered us a private room which was nice. Seems like Tanzie herself greeted us and got our order! Super sweet person!! We ordered a few apps and entrees. Everything was so delicious, I'd definitely be back! read more

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Top five dining experience of this year! Hands down. From the moment I was greeted and seated, I felt the warmth and intentionality in every detail. The glassware, the pops of color everywhere, and the fresh flowers all made this such an elevated experience. Tanzie herself was there serving us with so much enthusiasm. She said she works everyday to ensure quality, consistency and that her team is supported. That sort of passion is so beautiful to see. I ordered: -The iced ube latte -Nam Prik Ong - 1000% favorite -Saj Oua Id never had Chaing Mai Thai food and it stole my heart. The lava eggs were so incredibly light yet decadent. I WILL be back. read more

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This meal will forever live rent free in my brain. Small but charming interior, fast service and amazing food. There was a bit of a wait ~45 mins but it was worth it. The lava egg is so soft and fluffy and covers a bed of rice. The pork jowl perfectly seasoned pairs perfectly. You can taste the jasmine and the thai spices in the tea and all their other drinks looked great as well. Definitely come here if your around! read more

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Tanzie & her team were very welcoming. Service was really very good. Unfortunately, food was not as exciting. I had their special of the day, crab over lava rice. It was a bit disappointing. Don't mind paying $40, but in wish there was more crab pieces than just a handful. Hopefully it was just a one time "glitch." read more

All brunch, all the time! I love a good brunch place and my friend Naomi suggested we go here. They serve Thai food, but not in the way you'd expect. You won't find pad thai here or yellow curry. Instead you'll find their specialty lava eggs which are delicious! It was a fun new way to experience a cuisine. You really need to try the eggs. FOOD: Everything here is cooked to order and made with high quality ingredients. They even list where they source their food from. We ordered the the Nam Prik Ong (ground pork in a spicy tomato sauce) and the Nam Prik Kha (beef shank with galangal, garlic, and chiles). Both were great and the egg was so light. It looks like a lava mountain but underneath is a nice scoop of rice. It all balances out. SERVICE: Terrific again. So prompt and nice. Very helpful. And service was quick and fresh. There isn't much seating inside but even if you do have to wait (which we didn't) it would be worth it. COST: It might seem expensive, but the food quality is so good and so is the service. Plus, it is such a different experience it was worth the cost. read more

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BEST and most authentic Thai food we have ever had!! The first time we came to Tanzie's was for Valentine's Day brunch, and we had to come back the next weekend because we loved it so much. All of the staff were super sweet and helpful. The inside of the building is decorated beautifully and the ambiance is amazing. You could dress up or go casually which is nice. All of their food is very high quality and is sourced as locally as possible which is a green flag to us. I would recommend the iced Ube latte and any of the lava egg dishes :) There is usually a bit of a wait time because of how busy it gets, so be prepared to wait 20-30 mins to be seated. read more

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It's very cozy breakfast restaurant with warm welcome when you are step in. Tanzie's is offering Thai northern style food, we order Ka-noom Kork for sharing and main dish we go Sai-ou and scallops egg with full flavor dipping sauce. I very enjoy my soy milk with Thai beignets, it very good combination when the weather is cold outside. The service is top notch, they take time to introduce the menu and always come check up on the food. I definitely have to come back for Gaeng Hang le because it's available after 11 am. Highly recommend to try Chiang Mai Thai style breakfast. read more

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Go to Tanzie if you're looking for a different experience! The food and drinks are creative and definitely highlights the flavor of the food. The wait time is a variable, but it's definitely worth the wait time. Unless you get there early expect 30 minute plus wait time. read more

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First of all extremely cute inside, and the fireplace was so great early in the morning. The pork jowl was cooked perfectly, and the sauce had the perfect amount of sweetness. The jasmine thai iced tea was a great take on the classic drink! The original thai iced tea was honestly a little lacking in flavor, so i recommend the jasmine one. Service was quick and attentive as well :) read more

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My wife and I had the wonderful opportunity to visit this Northern Thai restaurant for brunch today. From the moment you walk in, your are greeted with a warm welcome and a smile. This spot is quaint, but just the way it should be. Very intimate. The atmosphere is comfy and not crowded. Oh.. they even have an outside seating area. The inside is nicely decorated indeed. We were seated immediately and our server wasted no time in accomodating is with water and limes. They offer still, tap and sparking water. They even have limes for your water, upon request. Every server that came to us, was so nice. They ensured to all is if we had any allergies more than once. I love that because they really care about the health of their customers and the experience they have while in their restaurant. Such a lovely ambiance. Great food suggestions by the servers. I had the organic chicken entree and my wife had the beef shank entree. I ordered the Iced strawberry matcha and my wife had the peach one. We both agree that the peach one was THE best. Although the strawberry one was a definite runner up. For appetizers, we had the beinget and I forget the name of it m. But it had grapefruit and blood oranges in it (Def a bit too spicy for my palate). Our food came out hot, plated well and delicious. We throughly enjoyed our food as we tried one another's. It was a very very pleasurable experience. Please take time out to come and dine here. You will not regret it. read more

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This was such an amazing breakfast! I love Thai food, but never considered that Thai brunch spots existed, so after discovering this restaurant it will surely be my new usual. The volcano eggs are a must have, they are cooked perfectly and served over rice. My choice of protein was the pork and I highly recommend. The service was excellent, our waters were never empty and our needs were always tended to. The place is a bit busy, so expect tables that are quite close together and a noisy atmosphere... but I assure you the food is WORTH IT! read more

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This is the second time I've been here, and there's always a wait. This time my party of 2 arrived at 1:40 pm on a Friday and had a 15-20 minute wait estimate, which proved out. We were seated inside the restaurant facing the window to the street, which meant it was a bit hot because the sun was shining in. I got the scallop special, which had Hokkaido scallop with fried garlic crisps, white rice, and their signature lava egg. Those first few bites were amazing because the scallop and egg were so fluffy. The scallops were flavorful, and the crispy garlic added crunchy texture to balance out the dish. However, the rice was less fluffy in the middle, and another area of improvement were the garlic skins, which weren't crispy enough to bite through. Most, if not all, were tough to bite through and unpleasant to eat. During the meal, there was a bug that flew at us a couple of times, which was a little annoying, but not the worst. I'm not sure if this was because we were close to the door. Overall, I love that they use all reusable foodware (even the napkins!), and the food is great, especially the lava egg. As such, I understand why so many people come. However, given how busy they are, I recommend coming during off times to minimize your wait. ECO NOTES (Dine-In) Dine-In Dishware: Reusable plates and bowls Napkins: Reusable cloth napkin Utensils: Metal fork and spoon Water cups: Short glass cup read more

Tanzie's - Hokkaido scallop special - Salad Near Me - Berkeley, California

Got here around 9AM on a Sunday and it was already half full! This is a standout brunch spot with unique offerings. We'll be returning to sample the other offerings! Loved everything we got: - Lava eggs were very sumptuous (made with chicken base!). - Pork jowl was cooked to perfection and the fried garlic bits on top really complimented them in texture and flavor. - Vegetarian entree with seasonal vegetables was bright and fresh. - Matcha/strawberry drink was flavorful but not overwhelming and tasted healthy (just a straightforward strawberry puree). read more

Wow! Found this place on a random search when I was in the area. The interior has a homely feel to it, with Thai decor scattered everywhere. The service is very friendly. The menu is small but you can tell each dish is made with great quality. Food came quickly and each one was so delicious (see pics). Glad I found this place and will come back again. read more

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The restaurant space is quite small so I wouldn't recommend coming with a very large group. Also with their popularity, be prepared to wait (to be seated and for food)! I went not long after them being written about in sf chronicle, so there's a chance they were inundated and weren't prepared to handle that many guests, but we waited quite a long time to be served (like 40 or so minutes after ordering). Hopefully they're much more used to it now and the service is faster! Food wise everything is fresh and delicious. Their lava eggs are top notch but it is on a huge pile of plain white rice. I think I would prefer a little more flavor in the rice. My favorite was definitely the khanom krok, they were such yummy little bites. It was also fun to try the different toppings and how it would change the flavor profile with the coconut cake. read more

Really a masterclass...in extremely mediocre food. The hype and praise behind this place makes me feel like it's an inside joke that I'm not privy to. Like are we really putting this place on any so-called "reputable" publication's top 10 list just for having tornado scrambled eggs? In all seriousness, if you couldn't tell, our meal at Tanzie's was pretty underwhelming. For our mains, we had their grilled pork jowl, jin nung nam prik kha, and a sizzling skillet. All of which fell completely short for our entire group. The dishes were either too dry, too salty, or just flat out lacked flavor. They don't seem like terribly complex dishes, so not really sure where the poor execution is coming from. The dissatisfaction extended to their makrut strawberry matcha and Thai beignets. The makrut matcha seemed like an afterthought, tasting like other run-of-the-mill strawberry matcha and the beignets were no different than a Chinese donut or youtiao, except a lot more expensive. What I will say is that you can tell they poured a lot of effort into the design and theme of their interior. It just would've been nice if they put that same level of effort into their food as well. read more

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Tldr: Overall good flavor profile but some room for improvement for the price point We ordered the soy milk, fresh squeezed blood orange juice ($7), khanom krok (coconut cakes; $14), thai beignets ($8), and the grilled pork jowl ($22). The soy milk was nice and warm (it had some toppings that I'm probably not culturally involved enough to enjoy) and the blood orange juice did feel really fresh. Khanom krok was super interesting and enjoyable but we wished each of the toppings added a little more than they currently did as other than the chive one the toppings sort of had a subtle effect on flavor and seemed like they were mostly there for texture. They sort of reminded me of a coconutty version of this pastry in Korea they sell on the street called "deli manju." The thai beignets are fried dough that you dip in condensed milk. They're better hot so I sort of wish they were listed under dessert so they can come out at the end of the meal. Lastly, the grilled pork jowl seemed slightly overcooked as there were parts of the meat that were sort of burnt. Additionally, the garlic chips, while they looked nice and golden, also had a slightly burnt bitter taste to them as well. There were also some wilty cilantro on top. The egg was nice and fluffy so it felt like when done right this would be a good filling brunch dish. It's a pretty small spot and fills up quick. We went for Saturday brunch and at 10 o'clock we were able to sit right away but when we left there was already a line. read more

Tanzie's - Khanom Krok (bottom), thai beignets (top) - Salad Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Food: 7/5, Service: 5/5, Ambience: 4.5/5 Tanzie is amazingly unique. We had grilled pork bowl with lava eggs and it was perfectly crispy pork with perfectly creamy lava eggs. We also loved the Thai beignets. They were subtly sweet unlike other beignets we had tried so far. Service was quick and servers were friendly. The only thing I did not find very amazing was the space. It's kind of cramped inside. Wd were lucky to be there on a breezy, not so sunny day and we sat outside but sitting outdoors on a hot, sunny might have lessened the fun a bit. read more

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