Mexican kitchen with a drive-through for carry-out and dining spaces inside and out.
Seafood restaurant on the water at the Berkeley Marina since 1984, with a raw bar for shellfish and sushi and big Bay views.
Festive Fourth Street taqueria where the decor absorbs kid noise and outdoor tables let sound escape, plus trainspotting on the adjacent tracks.
Pancakes and French toast, wraps on lavash and pizza, with a big stack of shared coloring books on hand for kids.
A vast, cafeteria-style Indian institution where kids point at what looks good and food lands fast. An Indian market is attached for browsing after the meal.
Small Mexican grill with friendly service, outdoor seating and tacos.
Landmark neighborhood diner with house-made breakfast and sandwiches all day, inside or at the outdoor tables.
All plant-based deli and bakery that calls itself California's original vegan butcher, with sandwiches like the Killer BLAT.
Smashburger spot that started as a backyard pop-up during the pandemic, with fries, shakes, salads, and an Impossible burger.
Simple Mexican cooking built around fresh ingredients and fire-roasted salsas made by hand, with lots of them to choose from.
Gelato made daily downtown, with dairy-free in the case too.
Counterculture hot dog stand on Durant since 1966, with a board of griddled sausages from kosher-style franks and bockwurst to lemon chicken and a veggie wienie.
Noodle bar with mixed Asian flavors, where you dress your noodles or rice however you like, to eat in or carry out.
