Italian restaurant · Elmwood
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"While Scotti closed his Oakland restaurant, Desco, at the end of 2017, his other restaurants — Donato & Co. in Berkeley, and Donato Enoteca and CRU in Redwood City — are still going strong." - Ellen Fort
Italian restaurant · Telegraph Avenue
This late-night fast-food gem dishes up hearty Italian comfort food, perfect for students craving generous portions and a casual vibe.
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Ethiopian restaurant · South Berkeley
Step into Lemat, a cozy Ethiopian restaurant in South Berkeley, where warm wood accents and decorative baskets set the perfect backdrop for savoring flavorful comfort food and delightful cocktails.
Japanese restaurant · Southside
Kiraku is a cozy izakaya in Berkeley where you can indulge in expertly prepared Japanese tapas, featuring locally sourced ingredients amid a lively atmosphere.
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Italian restaurant · Gourmet Ghetto
Via del Corso is a cozy North Berkeley Italian gem serving up handcrafted pasta and regional delights in a lively, sunlit setting perfect for date nights.
Restaurant · Downtown
Way Station Brew is a cozy Berkeley café with house-roasted coffee, tasty brunch bites, and a spacious dog-friendly patio perfect for chilling out.
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Ice cream shop · Downtown
At Milkbomb in Berkeley, dive into creamy, inventive ice cream sandwiches crafted with delightful flavors like ube and horchata, served by super friendly staff.
Italian restaurant · Downtown
This chic Italian spot in Oakland serves up organic, Cal-Italian dishes like wood-fired pizzas and fresh oysters, all in a trendy, welcoming atmosphere.
Dessert restaurant · South Berkeley
Dessert Cafe offers a delightful array of treats, from croffles and mochi donuts to bingsu and milk tea, perfect for late-night cravings in a casual atmosphere.
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Mexican restaurant · Downtown
Comal Next Door serves up tasty, fast-casual Mexican fare like tacos and burritos from its cozy spot next to the original Comal in Berkeley.
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Californian restaurant · Downtown
Nestled in Berkeley, Gather offers a vibrant farm-to-table experience with seasonal Californian dishes, great vegan options, and a cozy atmosphere perfect for any occasion.
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