When in the East Bay, it's lunch at 900 Grayson Restaurant. Partake of California cuisine at its best—stone soup, chunky burgers, exotic drinks and American fusion cuisine to keep you well occupied. Expect curious names on the menu, such as “Demon Lover” (spicy fried chicken, buttermilk waffle and cream gravy), and “Accessories” (a delicious vegetarian hotch-potch), which when explored, reveal tantalizing flavors. A limited, but decent beverage list makes for good pairing with any meal. While a dinner option is yet to come to the fore, the traditional breakfast can be summed up in one word—mmmmm!
Grégoire
The streets of Berkeley's North Side are lined with some of the best hole-in-the-wall eateries the Bay Area has to offer. Gregoire, in particular, is where you'll taste the finest French style takeout. Their menu changes monthly and with each menu, you can taste amazing, organically made sandwiches like leg of lamb, smoked salmon in traditional blinis, smoked duck, and so much more. The potato puffs alone are worth coming to Gregoire for.
Cafe M
We serve brunch and breakfast all day, 7 days a week. We use only the freshest ingredients and our food is made to order. We are located in Berkeley's wonderful 4th street neighborhood, with it's excellent stores and boutiques.
At Gypsy's Trattoria Italiana, everything from the savory sauces to the moist meatballs is made fresh daily. The restaurant offers sizable portions of chicken, beef, and seafood plates alongside pastas, pizzas, and famously puffy calzones. Vegetarians can choose from a variety of meatless pasta dishes or customize any non-vegetarian dish to fit their dietary needs. Delicious at any hour, Gypsy's Trattoria Italiana stays open until midnight throughout the week, making it a late-night go-to in the East Bay.
This all-vegan delicatessen welcomes you with its humble setting, featuring brick-exposed walls and a warmth-inducing ambiance. The Butcher's Son stands out as a distinctive deli by offering a variety of vegan dishes that cleverly mimic meats and other animal products. Picture dairy-free cheeses and meatballs crafted without any meat. This "vegan butcher's shop" is part of the rapidly growing vegan movement, where you can indulge in deli-style sandwiches generously packed with vegan cheeses and accompanied by select salads. Their elaborate cold case showcases desserts like cupcakes, tarts, pies, and appetizing carrot cakes, while vegan chocolate croissants are perfect for breakfast. Despite its paradoxical menu listing dishes with meat-based ingredients, the actual serving is entirely vegan, featuring near-perfect meat replacements. Conclude your meal with a Cannoli or Turnover boasting delectable pie filling. Additionally, they offer a specially curated kids' menu, where all sandwiches come with a side of pickles and chips.
Gather
Under the watchful eye of Chef Charis Wahl, the team at Gather Restaurant crafts delightful locavore dishes with a Northern Californian influence. The best picks from local farms go into the making of beautifully plated creations that include braised meats, fish specialties, brick-oven pizzas and fresh vegetable sandwiches. The delicate food is balanced by a vibrant West Coast wine list and creative cocktails. The ambiance is warm and easy-going, with rich wood accents adorned with ferns, creepers and wicker lanterns. The patio garden offers a lovely dining option as well.
