"South Berkeley’s answer to the casual neighborhood wine bar is Roses on Adeline. It’s a reliable, pretentiousness-free zone for a glass of chilled Beaujolais or skin contact. Fuel a casual meet-up with a sizable menu of seasonal California-ish dishes that hit with varying degrees of success. Gravitate toward the textbook smashburger, or any of the crudos or tostadas if you’re after just a happy hour-like situation. It’s easy to walk in and find a table or get a seat at the bar, but if you want a spot at the more comfortable banquettes—especially on busier Friday or Saturday evenings—make a reservation." - Lani Conway