Valentine's Day dinner, reservation perfect, right to table. Very attentive waitstaff, the best. Steelhead trout to die for. Brussels sprouts app a must eat. I/we will be back, soon!! read more

My girlfriend and I decided to try this place for the first time during lunch, and it did not disappoint. The place was very aesthetic, and the service was great! The waiter who helped us did not hesitate to come back and ask if we needed anything else. This is definitely a great spot for a hangout or a date! We ordered two dishes: [Wild Mushroom Flatbread] They were generous with the amount of mushrooms they put, so it had a strong mushroom flavor. Added with the truffle oil, various cheeses, and cipolline onion, it balanced it out and was very tasty. This dish is very heavy to eat though, so definitely order if you have a larger group. [Pear and Prosciutto Flatbread] This one was my girlfriend's favorite, it had many different flavors but not very overpowering. The pear adds the sweetness, the arugula adds the bitterness, the balsamic adds the sourness, and the prosciutto adds the saltiness. Definitely a great dish to get! Overall, this place is a great spot, and I will definitely come by again sometime when I'm on Fourth! read more

Zut On Fourth - Wild Mushroom and Pear and Prosciutto Flatbreads - Mediterranean Near Me - Berkeley, California

ZUT has been around for a long time. The ambiance is cozy & warm with a Bistro type ambiance. There also is a nice bar to grab a cocktail or glass of wine. It does remind me of a restaurant in France. To start you must order bread & butter! The multigrain bread is delicious. We started with the fresh spinach salad. The dressing was light & tasty. Our main dish was the saffron mushroom risotto. The mushrooms were the star in the risotto. They tasted like they were marinated in miso. The risotto was creamy & filling & had small bits vegetables in it. We also had a nice French white wine to pair. I heard it's a new chef & he is adding few new items on the menu. I can't wait to go back. read more

Several restaurants have given it a go in this location - and so far - so good for Zut. Very nice people and the food is very good. Best Tuna Melt I've ever had. That's saying a lot. Great service. Recommended. read more

This is a lovely restaurant with good food and a full bar. I really like the outdoor seating, too. I have visited now several times and I'm sorry to say, the service is not good. Today we (party of 2) were seated at an inferior table, even though the restaurant was half empty. The host was not welcoming. We had to ask to order our food. I really don't like being ignored. I'm forgiving when restaurants are very busy, but the restaurant was not busy at all. The service could have been much more attentive. read more

Went here last month because my son love to see the Holiday lights on Fourth street. We're a vaccinated family but we still love to enjoy outdoor seating and we were happy they offered patio and street seating. We sat street-side next to outdoor heaters that kept us very cozy! The service was fast and friendly. They allow their outdoor servers to wear dressy/casual clothes with blazers to keep warm but still look very nice! The food was really good! We have their warm cabbage salad, brussel sprouts, fish and chips, pork chop and steak dinner. All were cooked to perfection and tasted really good. The mashed potatoes was a little too whipped for my liking, but my son recently had braces so they were perfect for him. We'll definitely return here! read more

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Came here for dinner with lovey and now that Chef Sho also owns this place, we decided to give this place a try. We ordered the following: Caprese salad Brussel sprouts Margarita pizza with olives Pork chop with peaches 3 drinks Everything taste such better that when we last came here. Much more flavorful and better service. Stop by and try em! Trust!!!!! read more

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A wonderful friend and I had lunch. I had the crab and avocado sandwich with garlic fries. My friend had the rosemary chicken sandwich . We both enjoyed our meals. The server was very attentive and our outside seating was great. Surprisingly I ate my whole lunch Price very reasonable read more

Excellent service! Great food! Had our 2nd gathering of dear friends. Our waiter was attentive and conscientious. Food was so tasty. We splurged with apps, main courses, dessert and drinks! The holiday lights are not to be missed! We ate outside and heat lamps kept us comfy. While we dined outside, I was pleased to see that inside diners were verified as fully vaccinated. Felt safe and comfortable dining here. A holiday highlight for sure read more

Zut On Fourth - Dessert with dear friends - Mediterranean Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Party of three: pizza, tortellini and steak. All were delicious and the restaurant was officially added to our "Keeper" list. The service was very good as well and it is a nice venue with ample parking down the street. To quote Arnold, "We'll be back!" read more

This place hit the nail on the head for ambiance, coziness, great food and wonderful service! Id definitely recommend it!

Food is delicious with good sized portions, and the service is excellent. I especially recommend this restaurant for Thanksgiving

Food was excellent as was the service. We sat outside! It was so lovely with the outdoor heaters! We also enjoyed the decorative holiday lights!! read more

For customer service. We were shopping in the area and walking looking for a place to lunch today. The person greeting us asked if we had reservations. We did not there was a couple ahead of us seated directly inside. Told us she only had the bar or table top tables. We would have to wait 30 minutes. My friend is handicapped and can't sit in either of those chairs. What was upsetting is there were lots of seats inside and out. We asked about a certain table she said oh those are all reserved. Snobby gal. Anyway we spent our 150.00 elsewhere and totally enjoyed ourselves. read more

Halibut was very dry and not fresh Probably the worst buratta we've had Pizza is mediocre at best Heirloom tomatoes were small read more

The menu is very simple, salads, pizza, burgers and fries, and everything is perfect. Especially the shoestring fries. All of the salads are great. Their drip coffee is excellent, as was the lemonade. Service was fast and accommodating. I loved everything about Zut! read more

Good food, but not generous portions. The service was ask the waitress 3 times for extra ketchup and get no ketchup. Then half way through she asked if everything was OK then she brought it. She didn't clear the table while we were eating .She didn't bring water when we finished it, brought the check without asking if desert wanted. read more

This is one of my go to restaurants, and it didn't disappoint me. I had a delightful and fresh Salmon Niçoise that had equally fresh components of sweet red onions, egg, olives, haricot vert, cherry tomatoes with a piquant and fabulously light dressing. Despite losing my voice and 70% of my hearing, the waitress was patient and helpful. read more

Great food. I loved my french toast. Everyone liked everything. Service wasn't good--too many tables per waitperson.

Terrible service for mediocre food. Waitress forget an entree and had to be reminded to bring it out (30minutes later) then she forgot drinks (basically 30 minute interval). The place was not busy and she did not acknowledge either mistake or apologize for either issue. Grabbed the check at the end and slipped away without saying a word to us. Our friends that are locals and regulars were so embarrassed, they will not be going back. Even though the food wasn't memorable, it wasn't bad. So better service might have made up for it. read more

Bad. Not great service. Which is excusable but the food is super bland. Why? Pick a struggle. Salad was good but overpriced. Don't get the calamari or risotto. Tasteless. Pedestrian. Way to many other options around to abide mediocrity. read more

My boyfriend and I decided to eat here for nye and luckily we were able to get a table without reservations because the server said that it would be packed tonight. They had their regular menu and their nye menu. The person who sat us down said that the two popular items tonight was the roasted rack of lamb and the dunce was crab potato gnocchi. The service here was good even though they were pretty packed. We were seated quickly, and they took our order quickly too. Grapefruit soda:: My boyfriend liked his drink. I on the other hand thought it was a little too sour or bitter for me; however this is personal preference. Basil ginger lemon kombucha spritzer:: Kombucha taste was strong, but had a good balance with the ginger. The spritzer adds a nice addition to the combo. The mint also makes the drink taste perfect. Caesar salad:: Light but tasteful dressing, had a good equal balance of salad and the dressing, big lettuce pieces so you have to cut it apart, croutons were delicious. I wish the salad had some pepper on it. Winter truffle fettuccine:: You can definitely see the truffle loaded on this dish! Pasta tasted like it was made fresh. Overall the seasoning on this dish and all the ingredients balanced out to make it delicious. Dungeness crab potato gnocchi:: Presentation was beautiful! Little bits of crab makes the dish look really good. The gnocchi had a light, soft and delicate taste and the crab was cooked perfectly. The sauce to the dish wasn't overpowering rather it worked well together. I like how there was the right balance of crab to the gnocchi dish read more

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The atmosphere of Zut is wonderful, however the service has taken a turn over the last few years and the food is overpriced. This restaurant was incredible a few years ago with welcoming service and good food but the last few times i've gone, I wouldn't recommend based on service alone. There are definitely some nice waiters but most look annoyed if you even ask for water. The happy hour is okay but there are better places in Berkeley if you want a drink. read more

Ordered the clam chowder, to start. What a disappointment, it was lukewarm with no clams or substance. The burrata plate was tiny, & the crab sandwich was skimmy. Besides the dismal food, the prices were outrageous. The staff were distant with no welcoming smile. Only good part were the French fries because we asked for their being crispy. read more

It took a little while for me to get around to it, but I'm updating my review, which came after one pretty lousy experience. I've seen enough to conclude that was an outlier (though if Yelp had a 3.5 star option, I'd use it). The food here is usually pretty good, and the menu's wide-ranging enough for eaters of all types. Service is consistently solid, and ample parking being available right behind the building doesn't hurt, either. read more

Excited to taste the crab sandwich but very disappointed, can't even really taste the crab, i enjoyed more the garlic fries that came as a side and for the price :( . Service of the manager Misha ( I hope i spelled the name right) was 101 % excellent, very friendly. read more

I can't believe it's been 12 incredible years of us doing our date nights at Zut! restaurant, and I couldn't be more thrilled to share my long-standing love with this great place. Zut! has proven time and again that consistency is the key to a memorable dining experience. From the moment you walk through the door, you're greeted with a warmth that's almost as inviting as the aroma of their delicious pizzas wafting through the air. The staff at Zut! have mastered the art of hospitality, making you feel like part of the family from the get-go. Their welcoming smiles and attentive service have become synonymous with our visits over the years. One of the things I appreciate most about Zut! is their unwavering commitment to maintaining the ambiance that initially stole our hearts. The lighting is always just perfect - creating an atmosphere that strikes the ideal balance between cozy and vibrant. It's the kind of place where you can enjoy a romantic dinner or gather with friends for a lively celebration. What's truly remarkable about Zut! is that, despite the passing years, they've managed to evolve without losing the essence of what makes them special. The menu has changed only slightly, I didnt' feel like they went overboard on changing prices in the inflation, and the cocktails are still the best. In a world where change is inevitable, Zut! stands as a beacon of consistency, offering a haven for those seeking a reliable and extraordinary dining experience. Here's to another dozen years of delectable pizzas, warm welcomes, and the timeless charm of Zut! Cheers! read more

This is just for the bar, a couple drinks and an appetizer, but great basic French food at a good price. A decor update from the early 2000s would go a long way to freshen up the place. read more

Zut On Fourth - Zut! Drinks - Mediterranean Near Me - Berkeley, California

We were very pleased with our brunch at Zut. The service was very good & the food was delicious. Have been there many times & am looking forward to going back read more

Zut is a restaurant/bar at which you want to have plenty of time to relax and hang out! It is as chill as the City of Berkeley. But unlike Berkeley, it has the sophistication, class and hipster factors...all in a really good way. Located on the vibrant, popular and people-watching corridor, Fourth Street, it is one of the many restaurants nestled between boutique and main stream shops, performing musicians, and artsy coffee establishments. Unlike the "hurried" feel of so many bay area places, Fourth Street is a mecca for those who want to stroll, nosh and have fun on a lazy day. Zut totally lends itself to enjoying every aspect of the Fourth Street stroll! Two outdoor patios for the up close and personal goings on of the Street. Plenty of big glass windows all through out the restaurant/bar. So it doesn't matter where you are sitting, a grand view awaits. Trying to escape the hellish, hot weather of Davis, Zut never looked so welcoming! Arriving near 3 p.m., the outdoor patios were filled! Nary a seat. But inside near the bar a couple of high top tables for two or three were open. Each table had a pull apart, wide open window allowing in the cool breeze and a perfect view of the patio and street. It was heaven. The Bar is a large open area with plenty of seating. There are also two other separate areas for larger groups or even intimate tables for two. So many seating options! Especially love the high ceilings and grand chandilers! Magical at dark! A podium of sorts is the first thing a patron encounters as he/she enters. Today we were greeted by Jerahn (J-air-in), who as it were turns out to be the General Manager. So welcoming and easy going. "Sit where ever you want"...he says! So to the high tops we went! The Afternoon Menu, 2:30 to 5 p.m. was just the ticket. A great selection of items (menu photo attached). And an equally wonderful Cocktail, Beer on Tap and Wine listing too ! (Zut does not offer a HH.) Today was going to be a sparkling glass of wine with which to begin and I was happy to see N/V Brut Rose, cremant d'alsace, france available by the glass. Finally I can breath...LOL! Enjoyed that glass for at least 30 minutes while quietly taking in the people watching. As the hunger pangs developed, GF and I checked out the limited but varied menu. Settled on the Bianca pizza with castelvetrano olives, fior di latte, blistered cherry tomatoes, garlic, grand padano and basil! It was fabulous!!! I am craving it now:). Extremely reasonable price...$20 for an exotic, good size pizza! So thinking a glass of red is in order with this beautiful pizza, I walked up to the Bar...just steps away to ask for some tasting notes and such. Brianna, beautiful and knowledgeable about everything wine, didn't waste a moment. She inquired as to the pizza type and then brought out three glasses and two bottles of wine. The third glass she filled with Pinot Grigio, giocato, slovenia...wine on tap! How sweet was that. Did not expect! Another reason I love this place!!! She was so much fun. I could have hung out with her for hours! Alas, this was her last day:(. She and her BF were off to tour the world. Sigh! Take me with you, please! So if you are still with me here:)...you may see why I love Zut! All my visits have included different types of food and alcohol. Attended a 12- person birthday party once and other visits, more casual, as today. The food was always on point, the service was impeccable and the beauty and elegance of this low-key Restaurant always makes me feel like I am in Europe. What's not to love! p.s. Zut is a fun, different name...yes? Google it! Someone has a great sense of humor. read more

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Food fabulous. Service slow and not engaged. A slow Friday night. Half a dozen patrons are in the main dining room. Seated. No drink order. Water service was fine. The server came to take our orders and we asked for our drinks with the entrees. We had to ask if starters were possible. The rest of event was fine. Still, the attention lacked was surprising. Tried ZT again today, with the same lack luster service. With the exception of the welcoming hostess, my experience as a one at the bar was fairly bland. I sat next to a familiar face who had worked in Fourth Street for many years. He agreed the service has gone south with the change in managers. read more

decent food, fair service, cute place, high prices. one more line of superfluous text only because Yelp wants 85 characters. read more

Place is the real deal. Great vibe while seating at the bar. Great service and unreal food. Casual with a touch of sophistication. Will return. read more

Food was simply delicious and we enjoyed everything we ordered. I had the flat iron steak and it was done to perfection!!!! My boyfriend had the fish and chips and they were amazing. We ended with a crewmen brulee dessert which was mouth watering!!!! read more

Came here for a dinner date, really enjoyed the food, cocktails, live music, and general feel of the restaurant. Would come back any time!

We are just here cause one of our motorbike is in the shop to get a new tire and we had to kill some time. So we went for my glass of ice tea and a glass of wine. When we looked at the "afternoon" menu this interesting item just said "you have to try me": coal roasted grapes. Really? Somebody left grapes on a hot grill and burned them and they made it to a menu item. What a great chef lol. No really it is an interesting item. So you get these smoked n burned fresh grapes, on a bed of home made ricotta (tasty!) and some slinkier of an aged balsamic vinegar and some mint leaves. It s a dish you will hate or love it. Or - as it is in my case - find it interesting. The used grapes are in the natural state really delicious, and when I tried the ones on top that have a little smoke this is a really good afternoon nibble or even a snack for the night. But most of them that had directly contact to the coals and are really smoky that's not to my taste. So overall I would suggest everyone's has to try it (if you like grapes) and make up your own opinion. The wine and the ice tea was good. So since we did not tried more this time, and I like the concept of an afternoon menu and they are so creative to come up with new items I think there is no way for today that they don't deserve five stars. read more

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Go for the smoke! The wood fired oven imparts a smoky taste to the dishes. The steak was laced with this wooden smokey taste. The crostini as well; and the buratta and olives were high quality. One time we had burgers and the burgers (Impossible burger in my case, g/f got beef) had the smoke and a great crusty exterior. I am not a big drinker but I drink Zut Palmers when I am there. Me likey. Pizza's good too. read more

Always good food We sat outside , enjoying watching people walking on 4th street I had Caesar salad with salmon, a classic, The salmon was cooked to perfection, juicy....so good The waitress was courteous and no pushing customers Very pleasant brunch/lunch Be back again read more

Had lunch on Thursday. It was a beautiful day and we had lunch in the patio. We started with their appetizer, Brussel sprouts with lemon and grated cheese. It was delicious! We each ordered a pizza, and it was delicious as well. Of course we needed desserts too. Price point reasonable for 2 bottles of water and 5 menu items. Service was excellent and they did not rush us as we had reservations for 1230. read more

Met friends here for dinner. Wanted to love it - nice vibe, nice menu, good service; but the food was just okay. A bit disappointing. Crispy Brussels sprouts were the highlight. Caprese salad was good - heirloom tomatoes and mozzarella. Wish there had been a bit more Balsamic. Mussels were kind of flavorless. The broth was just not seasoned enough. Penne with Bolognese sauce was okay but really not outstanding. Nothing was bad - just was not good enough relative to price. read more