Eateries in Berkeley
A friend recently asked about places to eat at Berkeley. I have been going to Berkeley for work for almost 6 years now and so in no particular order, here are the places I have liked over the years. 1. Jazz Cafe This comes up first because I go there so often. The food is flavorful, menu is limited. The specials are exceptional and this place serves a Caesar Salad I could eat for life. 2. Cheeseboard Pizza They have one vegetarian pizza on the menu, its different everyday. But you can never go wrong. Live music most afternoons and a casual vibe. Grab your pizza and if there is no space find a park/bench nearby. Its a worker cooperative, just adds to the appeal. 3. Finfine Ethiopian For family style, finger-licking, good Ethiopian food, this is my place. Never disappoints - I ate my first piece of chicken here, got so tempted after looking at Mr. S's dish. (This place has since closed.) 4. Chez Panisse This is for the chic/fancy dinner or lunch. The plac
