Jupiter

"On any given night, about half of Cal’s student body is seemingly hanging out at Jupiter, procrastinating with slices of honey-wheat crust pizzas. Any of the pies are dependable choices—the pepperoni with sauce that gushes out with every bite is a highlight. But the pizza isn’t the only draw. Jupiter has the best patio in all of Berkeley, with endless tables, fire pits, and a fountain in the middle. It’s ideal for turning “just one drink” into an hours-long kickback fueled by a lengthy lineup of house beers and live music. While it’s first come, first serve outside, it’s always easy to get a spot." - Julia Chen

"Gluten-free and vegan options abound at Jupiter, Berkeley’s friendly and lush beer garden. Pies are cooked in a wood-fired brick oven and see an eclectic mix of toppings, such as spicy ’nduja and pickled jalapeños or shrimp and scallions." - Eater Staff

"This is another spot with a great patio. Come here with a few friends, drink a few local beers, and eat some woodfired pizzas before heading to The Greek. They also stay open until 1:30am, so if you’re hungry after the show or just want to discuss how much better the band was two years ago before anyone had really heard of them, you can do that too." - Will Kamensky