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    Berkeley Social Club

    4.1 (2.5k reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    Bulgogi Bowl
    Romelia R.

    Brunch done the right way in Berkeley! From hard to find parking to the loud environment to bottomless mimosas to Korean fusion dishes. Everything meshes just right. We went with the bottomless mimosa option. They offer 4 different flavors: OJ, raspberry, peach, and Tiffany (for it's color). We enjoyed the peach one the most. Our server made sure we had refills on both water and mimosas at all times. We started off strong with the Pajun Pancake. A good ratio of shrimp, bacon, and veggies. The sauce it was paired with was the wow factor and we even asked for more. The bulgogi on both the bulgogi bowl and bulgogi scramble was tender and had a tasty marinade. I would had wished the bulgogi scramble didn't have as much red onion. I was surprised with the sweet potato tots option and that didn't disappoint. The spicy pork sandwich was elevated and balanced out with the kimchi slaw and cucumber combo. We finished with the Crunch French toast and it was perfection! Fluffy inside but a crunchy outside. I would come back to try their other options for brunch and dinner.

    Millionaire's Bacon® is something everybody should experience--the new Millionaire Wraps are perfect
    Matt C.

    Dazzling and delicious, my favorite place to get Korean Fried Chicken--features must-try fusion flavors like millionaires bacon, coupled with attentive service and a swanky ambiance that truly make this spot a top ten contender for best in Berkeley.

    Bulgogi Bowl Green tea latte
    Stella C.

    I was craving some brunch so decided to come to the Berkeley Social Club. They have a very diverse Korean-Western fusion menu and will have something for everyone. We especially enjoyed the salmon benedict and the bulgogi bowl. Service was great. We came on a Monday at 11:30 and were seated with no wait. The restaurant is spacious and clean.

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    Neeta M.

    Really cool vibes at this place. The servers were very friendly and happy! It's a Korean inspired fusion place - so many dishes to try! We only tried 3 of them - loved them all! The tamarindo was phenomenal!! Can't wait to come back and try more food :) We tried the gooey corn, BSC Bao and K tacos. We asked for some extra spicy sauce and they have that to us - YUM!

    Sandy Y.

    Came here for brunch with the family. Hubby and son ordered crab and salmon benedicts, daughter ordered the kids pancake with fruit and I ordered their version of "jook". We call shared the KFC bites (soooo good). Everything was delicious!

    Dirty Ube Latte
    A. B.

    My second time here. My daughter & I enjoyed ourselves. A treat for me from her for Mom's Weekend This time I got: - 2 Eggs , Millionaire Bacon which comes with potatoes & white toast (I swapped the white toast for English muffin) My daughter got: - Spicy Pork Bowl - Dirty Ube Latte (dirty means espresso added) Pros: - I always like the vibe of this place, just happy staff & customers in a beautiful place with good food. - the staff are very attentive - food presentation & flavor is great Cons: - parking is tough - the restaurant is noisy , so not a pick on an anxious day

    Katherine T.

    Parking is a little tricky but we were able to find a spot right away! We went on a Sunday so it was really busy around 12-1pm. We put ourselves on the waitlist and the wait was about 30-40mins. I've gotten the Ube latte, and it was pretty yummy but I could barely taste the ube. We waited about 25mins for our food to come out but it was fresh and hot when we've gotten it. It was super yummy! I liked my scrambled bulgogi. It came with potatoes and a slice of toast. Overall I finished my plate! We ordered: Side of Mixed fruits Bulgogi scrambled Tornado Bulgogi Omurice Dirty Ube Latte Hot chocolate (not pictured) The place was really pretty but by the host stand it was very tight. Better to wait outside for your table!

    Waffle & Korean.F.C. And Ahi Benedict
    Shirley C.

    Nice upscale eatery very near campus Street parking only Reservations only Very busy - hipster Menu is California fusion Items are beautifully plated Fresh ingredients Airy atmosphere inside

    Fries were divine
    Dae B.

    I've been to BSC a couple of times during undergrad, but this was my first visit in a while after coming back to Berkeley! Before going, I would definitely recommend making a reservation in advance. There's usually a line (especially on weekends for brunch or in the evenings), but thankfully I was seated quickly while my friend looked for parking nearby. Now, this isn't the restaurant's fault, but it was LOUD. We happened to be seated next to two very social groups, so it was a bit difficult to hear anything. Which duh, we're in a social club! But I was practically yelling just to talk to my friend lol. Depending on your tolerance, you might want to ask to be seated on the patio, since it can get pretty rowdy inside. As for the food, it was fine. I had been craving BSC's Mascarpone Blueberry Stuffed Crunch French Toast after years of deprivation, while my friend ordered a burger with a side of fries. I'm not sure what changed (or maybe it's just me), but the French toast was much greasier than I remembered (with even less fruit!) Every bite felt pretty heavy, and while I was excited to eat it, I only managed to finish half before tapping out. My friend, on the other hand, finished her plate so maybe a burger was the way to go. I did manage to steal a fry though, which was amazing, so I'd highly recommend that. But I probably wouldn't order the French toast again. All in all, the service was great! The ambiance was a bit loud, and the food was okay. BSC is definitely a must-try brunch spot if you're in Berkeley, but if I go again, I'd probably opt for a different dish from their expansive menu.

    Korean KFC
    Avril L.

    I came here for a brunch date on a saturday, and I totally understand it being busy given the time we came, but it was extraordinarily loud in the restaurant; I had to shout to the person sitting across from me to speak. I noticed it's a spot where groups like to come & dine, it's not the place if you're trying to eat a nice meal. The food itself was below average. The BSC Scramble could have used more egg, the potatoes weren't seasoned. The french toast also lacked flavor, I added some jam to help lift the flavor of the dish. The Korean KFC was the worst dish, and we regret ordering it. The chicken itself was dry, stringy, and unseasoned. It was over fried and dried out the inside, the honey mustard mayo was needed to made it edible. I will not be returning.

    Their version of Loco Moco called Club Moco
    Michael A.

    My GF and I stopped in unexpected as we were meeting friends at a nearby hookah lounge. I wanted to try something new in an area I don't come to often that was close to our destination. I am glad I took a chance on this place because the whole experience was great. I called a couple hours before and was able to reserve a table for 2. Being unfamiliar with the area I didn't anticipate parking being hard to find, but after circling the block once, we found a spot. We were greeted warmly by staff and quickly seated. The decor was nice; great ambiance; large bar with a lot of tv's (perfect for watching the last game of the NBA finals, as the Knicks won). We both ordered the raspberry lemonade. I have been a huge fan of fresh handmade lemonade lately and it did not disappoint. Fresh, tart and sweet. A little too tart for my GF's taste, but I enjoyed it quite a bit. Appetizers were the Millionaire's Bacon and Cheesy Gyoza. The bacon was soooo good. 2 perfectly cooked pieces of thick cut bacon with its sweet, sticky coating that was well balanced and not too sweet. Cheese and Gyoza with bell pepper is a combination I didn't know I needed. It was a pairing that was full of flavor and left us saying "OMG, WHAT THE". Great start for the meal. The Club Moco was calling my name, and I'm glad I answered back. Every element of the dish was cooked perfectly. The gravy was full of flavor and made the dish. Everything together was so complimentary and made every bite so enjoyable. My GF ordered the G.I. Fried Rice. The table side presentation was really cool as it came plated on a cast iron plate and the egg that's usually scrambled and mixed in the rice, was poured around the plated rice allowing you to scramble and mix however you like. I only had a couple bites and can say that I would be happy to order that dish as my main course next time. The mix of the rice, more candied bacon, spam and kimchi was full of flavor. I have never heard of this restaurant and am thankful to Yelp for helping me to look up places so easily where I was visiting. The only thing that surprised me is that I thought that place should have been packed. Service was great, ambiance was great, food was great and the NBA finals was on. I imaging this would be a great place to watch World Cup matches. Highly recommended! Go check it out!

    Salmon Benedict
    Ally H.

    Came here for brunch with friends- our party ordered the salmon Benedict, fried chicken, and pumped up ramyun. The salmon Benedict was good though the ramyun was quite salty (as is expected with shin ramen I suppose). Service was courteous. My only complaint was the food took a really long time to come out. Hope to try more dishes here in the future!

    Eggs in Purgatory with Toast
    Katherine D.

    Stopped in for a Monday brunch. I tried the eggs in purgatory and their famous bacon. The tomato-based stew was delicious. I wish it came with more than one slice of bread. The candied bacon was also great. The restaurant was pretty loud that day, which made it hard to talk. My dish also took noticeably longer to come out than the restaurant of my table. Otherwise, it was a great meal.

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    Do they have gluten free options?

    Do they offer Small portions?

    Portions are decently large.

    Are walk-ins accepted for dinner on weekends? If so, how hard do you think it is to get seating for 5 or 6 people in the early dinner hours, say 6pm on a Saturday?

    We are welcome for walk-in. Weekend dinner may take a longer wait. I would recommend you to make a reservation for a big party on the weekend. It would be better. You can make a reservation on the Yelp.… 

    What gluten-free breakfast or brunch options are enticing?

    You think they would let me order breakfast at dinner?

    I'm not sure but as they have different menus for brunch and dinner, I wouldn't think so.

    Do they require proof of vaccination?

    No, but they do ask you to wear your mask until you start eating.

    Is bottomless mimosas enjoyable on the weekends with the 60 minute time limit or does it feel too rushed?

    Definitely. An hour is generally plenty of time, unless you're looking to drink the restaurant out of business :-)

    Is the outdoor patio open on the weekdays for dinner?

    There are no outdoor sitting at this restaurant.

    Does it allow Dogs at the outside patio?

    Sure does. Brought my pooch out there last week...

    Do they have bottomless mimosas on the weekends?

    Yes they do! But they do enforce a pretty strict 1 hour time window for bottomless mimosas

    What Gluten-free options do they have?

    Rice bowls with gluten-free sauce upon request, gim-bap, salads, and more

    Are dogs allowed on the outside patio?

    Yes! Totally dog friendly in the back patio. Tied our pitbull to the bench seating with us. They even brought her a bowl of water.

    Are there outdoor TVs?

    No outdoor TV

    Are there dairy and or gluten free brunch options?

    Yes, but limited!

    Anyone know what seasoning they use for their eggs and crispy yukon?

    Are walk ins accepted?

    Yes! There are only walk-ins on weekends, and both walk-ins/reservations on the weekdays. If you do a walk-in on the weekend though for brunch, it can sometimes be a bit of a wait (~30+ min depending on how big your party is)

    Do they have vegan options?

    Yes!

    Anyone know if it's better to go around 10-11am or 12-1pm for brunch? How long is the wait time usually on a Sunday?

    It's usually around a 30-40 minute wait around then! :) I would go around 10AM or even earlier to miss the crazy Sunday brunch line.

    What other liquor besides beer do you serve? Are there mimosas at brunch on Fridays?

    They have a wide variety of cocktails that they serve for dinner including Moscow mules, whisky sours, and margs

    Do they serve bottomless mimosas for dinner?

    Yes, I just checked. They have bottomless mimosas at dinner for $20 per person for 1.5 hours. Hope this helped!

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    900 Grayson has been around for so long. Been coming here for ages! Classic spot…read more Came here recently and ordered something different for once. I usually get the chicken and waffles, but he ordered it anyways so I got lucky to be able to still have a few bites. I ordered the "Breakfast" which came with 2 eggs however you want (I got mine over easy), hash browns, toast and either bacon or chicken sausage. I got the chicken sausage. For a drink, I had the Aquatic Park Sunrise. It was good. Not too sweet and strong enough that I wanted another lol My friend just had coffee which the staff made sure to always ask if he wanted refilled. Breakfast came quick. The chicken and waffles is a classic. I always order it when I come. Chicken was thick and juicy. I didn't try the waffle this time since I had my own food to eat (plus I've had it so many times before). This plate comes with either gravy or syrup but definitely pay the extra fee to get both. My dish was simple and delicious. Can't go wrong with eggs, hash browns and sausage. Love coming here and so happy they don't try to switch up anything too much. Came in and didn't have to wait for a table which is not always the case cause it's a busy place. Everyone is always so nice. Great place to come, great service and great food.

    The service is always friendly, attentive and helpful. There are several dishes on the menu that…read morewe always go to, the waffle fries, the time life cookbook, demon lover, and the luncheon salad with shrimp, and chopped Cobb salad.. One of our "go to" spots!

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    Whatever you do, do not book an event here. Customer Service is entitled, condescending and rude…read more My daughter was planning a baby shower so we called a number of venues to get a quote. We had been to Tarocco for lunch and figured we would ask them for a quote, too. My daughter warned me that the owner is trying to be an "influencer" on Instagram and posts photos of herself in crop Tops so I should beware, but that's fine by me. We called to get a quote and had a discussion. After we gave the owner all of our information, she told us she wouldn't give us a quote unless we came in person (?!) Which is weird because this isn't how restaurants work. Typically for events restaurants will give you a quote via phone or email for the sake of convenience. We had gotten 3 quotes already from other restaurants via phone. Making us drive 45 mins just to get a quote is a total waste of time. Especially if we can't afford it. So my daughter called again, left a VM explaining we couldn't come in person due to time constraints, and again asked for a quote. No reply. We waited a few days and called again. No reply. Finally we got a voicemail from the owner saying that she didn't like my daughter's attitude ?!!! Apparently you're not allowed to ask this restaurant how much they charge for events unless you're face to face. This lady has absolutely no idea how to run a restaurant. We took our business elsewhere and recommend that you do, too.

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    Tanzie's

    Tanzie's

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    One of my favorite brunch spots in Berkeley! We came on a Friday morning right at opening, so we…read morewere seated immediately. It was very quiet and calm that early in the morning, and I really liked the cozy interior. I ordered the jasmine Thai tea ($7.50) and pork jowl ($22). The jasmine Thai tea still had a distinct Thai tea flavor, but it was very milky for my taste. I probably wouldn't order this drink again if I came back. The pork jowl, on the other hand, was DIVINE. The lava eggs were so buttery and fluffy, while the pork jowl itself was super crispy and flavorful. The sweet and savory sauce tied everything together perfectly. Definitely one of my favorite things I've had for brunch in Berkeley, and I'd happily come back for the pork jowl!

    My husband and I were in the area and wanted to grab a bite to eat before heading home so he chose…read moreTanzie's for something different. Parking is all along the streets and around the neighborhoods with no meters so that's great. They have a small waiting area outside and both outdoor and indoor seating is available. My husband opted for their pork jowl bowl and I got their braised beef bowl. The presentation looked fantastic and the portions were the right size without being too much. The braised beef was a tad overcooked and too chewy, but the pork jowl was great. Overall, Tanzie's is worth a stop if you're in the area and is hungry!

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    Café Etoile

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    My hair salon is near here. I've walked by it many times, even paused to look at the menu several…read moretimes. Such great offerings but when I'm getting my hair done, I'm in a rush to go back home/work. I finally made the time to visit Etoile! My sister was in town and getting her hair done. She needed a ride to the salon so off we went! We had an almond milk latte and a regular latte. We ordered it for here, so we asked to have them served in mugs. The lattes were delicious! There a good mix of students studying here. And some people working. It was a pretty quiet group when we were there. My sister and I sat at the counter and chatted very quietly. Nicely decorated inside. I love independently owned cafes like these! We also got a breakfast sandwich, but they are made to order and it took awhile, so we had it packed it up to go because she didn't want to be late to her hair appointment. Sandwich was great! Service was great! I'd love to go back and order from their lunch menu!

    This is a cute little cafe spot right by Trader Joe's. You order and pay at the front, and they…read morecall your order out when it's ready. The workers and the owner were all very kind and welcoming. I got there a little after they opened in the morning. As for the food, I ordered the kimchi fried rice along with the chicken and croffle. The fried chicken tasted a bit interesting. I'm not sure if the frying temperature was off or if it had something to do with the condition of the oil, but the texture of the breading wasn't quite right. I used to work at a fried chicken shop in Korea, so it was a texture I recognized--the coating was fully cooked and wasn't necessarily soggy, but there was no real crunch. Instead of being crispy, the breading was soft and kind of gave way when you bit into it. Unfortunately, I couldn't continue eating it. I'd give the chicken a 2/5. As for the kimchi fried rice, I liked the addition of cilantro and beets, which gave it a refreshing touch. My only issue was that the kimchi itself was way too sour for kimchi fried rice. I don't mind fermented or sour kimchi, but in this case, the sourness overpowered the rest of the dish. Overall, the cafe itself is cute and the people working there were genuinely very kind. I just wish the food had been a little better, especially the fried chicken. Will be back next time to try out the coffee!! It is a cafe after all.

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    Cafe M

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    I moved to the peninsula so haven't been here in a while but was pleasantly satisfied with our…read moreservice and meals! We tried going to another cafe that wasn't even that busy and they told us it would be a 20 mins wait with several 4 tops empty. We arrived here and every table was packed with a small waitlist. Even then we got seated quickly, served quickly, and everything tasted good! Will definitely be back and recommend when I'm back in the area!

    Been coming to Cafe M since 2018, and usually, it's a smooth operation. Space is a solid size with…read moreplenty of indoor and outdoor seating, and the food always hits. Pulled up on a Sunday early afternoon with a friend. I went with the freshly squeezed OJ and the breakfast combo - French toast, two eggs, and chicken apple sausage. Everything was delicious, but that French toast was easily the star of the show. The food wasn't the issue; the kitchen communication was. We ordered, settled in, and then watched every single table seated after us get their food while we sat there starving. After 45 minutes of playing the waiting game, we asked what was going on and found out our order was never even entered into the system. Heavy lapse in service. Management and our waitress apologized and comped an appetizer, which I appreciated. Mistakes happen, but sitting for almost an hour watching everyone else eat was a test of patience. I'll still be back because that French toast is top tier, but hopefully, the kitchen system gets it together next time.

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    1.6 mi
    $$

    Very cute and quaint spot for breakfast. A friend suggested we meet here on Saturday for a late…read morebreakfast, what a great choice. It was pretty hard to pick from the menu items, but I settled on the Frittata with a side of Fennel Sausage, sourdough toast and a Arnold Palmer. Although the seating was full, thank goodness out food came out just as some seats were emptying out. It was a chilly day and the outside seating was full too. The service was without any complaints. They did their best to accommodate all patrons despite it being very crowded and crazy busy. Overall I would come back here, probably right as the doors open to be guaranteed a place to seat and not have to wait and hope for a seat. Oh the music was on point!! Put it on your list, I don't think you'll be disappointed.

    AMAZING breakfast, lunch, and dinner in Berkley. It started as a cafe by Kelsie Kerr in 2014 and…read moreattracts long lines even on weekday mornings. My friend who rarely insists on eating at specific places insisted we come, a previous girlfriend was in the food industry and they have this place bookmarked for awhile. They described it as "healthy california food". We came on a Friday morning around 9:20 am and it was pretty crowded. You can't park right in front but there was plenty of street parking on the weekdays. Inside, its intimate and cozy and there is also a nice seating area outside with lots of dog-owners hanging out. Everything we had was great quality with choice ingredients where you could actually taste the difference. Buttermilk Biscuit Sandwich: herb butter, roasted seasonal vegetables and onions, soft-cooked egg, and greens. Surprisingly filling, we were trying to share a bunch of little bites but ended up getting one each of these. It's fine as a stand alone mini breakfast! Frittata: pastured eggs, assorted vegetables, caramelized onions. WAY too good! we all love this one. Herb-Dijon Biscuit: Excellent savory biscuit, you can taste the high quality butter used.

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    Pickled carrots and fennel
    Pickled carrots and fennel
    Pulling out of the farmers market
    Pulling out of the farmers market
    Eco-friendly, guilt-free take out containers!

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    Eco-friendly, guilt-free take out containers!
    Cali Alley

    Cali Alley

    4.6
    (229 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    Cali Alley is one of my go-to spots... I'm constantly trying to convince people to meet me there…read morefor lunch, or telling them to just DoorDash it because it's that good. It's also one of those places that makes you want to stay. The food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and generous. Every time I come here, I tell myself I'll pace myself... and every time I fail because it's just that good. The burgers are loaded and perfectly balanced, the fries are always crisp (never soggy, which is rare), and everything tastes high-quality and made to order. You have to try the chicken and waffles. The waffle batter tastes homemade and the butter takes it to another level... it's one of those dishes you keep thinking about after. I'll even DoorDash it all the way to Jingletown. The patio setup is really well done... there's a mix of larger tables for groups and higher bar-style seating for smaller hangs. The wooden furniture and cushioned benches make it comfortable, and they've got heaters for colder days and umbrellas when it's sunny, so you can usually pick your ideal spot. You order at the window and then just hang out while you wait... it's a relaxed flow and the food comes out pretty quickly. The staff are always kind and welcoming, and the whole place has a relaxed, homey vibe with really good music. Highly recommend... just come hungry.

    I got the grilled prawn bowl. it's basically 4 prawns on top of a bunch of salad mix--for $21. (You…read morehave to pay extra $2 for the rice.) it's just not worth it. For what it's worth one of the other customers told me their fried chicken sandwich is really great.

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    Order and pickup windows
    Order and pickup windows
    Fried Chicken & Waffle
    Fried Chicken & Waffle
    Nice outdoor seating, dog friendly!

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    Nice outdoor seating, dog friendly!

    Berkeley Social Club - breakfast_brunch - Updated August 2026

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