Socheata's Guidebook
Food scene
This is (humbly) the best grocery store in the world. Actually I prefer the Berkeley Bowl West location, but this one is in walking distance.
419 locals recommend
Berkeley Bowl
2020 Oregon StThis is (humbly) the best grocery store in the world. Actually I prefer the Berkeley Bowl West location, but this one is in walking distance.
Ippudo Berkeley
2015 Shattuck AveThe best bowl of ramen.
Lucia's Berkeley
2016 Shattuck AvenueSolid Neapolitan style pizza.
Bowl'd Korean Rice Bar
1479 Solano AveThe best bibimbob. Also great is the pajun.
Wojia Hunan Cuisine
917 San Pablo AveIncredible Szechuan food.
Rose Pizzeria
1960 University AvenueDelicious Neapolitan-style pizza and a lovely outdoor space.
This is only the best ice cream in the world. Their homemade waffle cones are a must.
50 locals recommend
Tara's Organic Ice Cream
4731 Telegraph AveThis is only the best ice cream in the world. Their homemade waffle cones are a must.
Almare Gelato Italiano
2170 Shattuck AveThe best gelato in the East Bay.
Tender Greens Berkeley
2071 University AveSalads can be delicious.
Great China Restaurant
2190 Bancroft WayReally high quality Chinese.
There is really great Thai food available on Saturdays. Buddhist service is optional.
45 locals recommend
Wat Mongkolratanaram
1911 Russell StThere is really great Thai food available on Saturdays. Buddhist service is optional.
Sightseeing
Tilden Little Farm
1500 Canon DrBerkeley Repertory Theatre
2025 Addison StFox Theater
1807 Telegraph AveLake Merritt Amphitheater
Lake Merritt BoulevardJack London Square
472 Water StBrooklyn Basin
288 9th Ave
Redwood Regional Park
7867 Redwood RoadSports Basement Berkeley
2727 Milvia StYou can rent bikes here for a few days or weeks.