Binge Coffee House

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Got three different marchas today white peach Matcha, banana Matcha, strawberry Matcha And my fav was banana Matcha. The perfect blend of sweetness and Matcha. Easy to order and they have your drinks ready fast. It is full inside to find seating but I 10/10 recommend and I will be coming back read more

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Try the spot if you're looking for caffeine in the area! I enjoyed my drink. I decided to try the pistachio Matcha latte. The pistachio Matcha foam was very delicious and flavorful. It was not too sweet. The ice was also chewable and not hard if that makes sense. There was a wait but I decided to order online and I just picked it up. It's a small café some seating but not a lot to where you can be there for hours. It's a corner café so parking can be a little tough because it is parallel parking or street parking. read more

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Sue L.

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3.5 stars - Another spot I bookmarked because I saw an IG reel that they enjoyed the mango sticky rice matcha, so I decided to stop by just for that. Parking was very tricky as it's only metered but glad I was able to snag a spot just a block away. The business itself wasn't that big and there were a few customers inside when I arrived on a Friday afternoon. I went straight to the kiosk and ordered the drink. It took about 5 minutes before I received a text that it was ready. The drink didn't blow my mind as I thought it would. I did taste the rice but not much of the mango. The matcha was average even after mixing everything together. I don't drink coffee so not sure if their coffee drinks would've tasted better or different. read more

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Jenny H.

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I got the egg coffee less sweet but it was still pretty sweet. The egg cream was standard. There was this chocolate powder on top of the egg cream so once you mix everything together it kind of tasted like a chocolate or mocha flavor. I wish the coffee was stronger in taste. I saw lots of folks with the matcha so I def want to try that if I am back. You can order on the kiosk so it was pretty easy. There was no staff taking orders so it is all through the kiosks. Plenty of space to do work or study. Parking was rough lol read more

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Sherri W.

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While looking for unique coffee options I stumbled upon Binge Coffee. My eyes immediately gravitated towards the Black Sesame Coffee. Everything is done through an ordering tablet, so it can be quick. 1st protocol is to stir it so you get a taste of the coffee & Black Sesame. I love it when a coffee isn't watered down bc there's an added component to it, in this case(Black Sesame). I really want that deep, rich coffee aroma to give me that caffeine I need to keep me alert. I would definitely return for other options. read more

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Luong Y.

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The drink is exceptional! We got matchas this time. But i also love their Vietnamese coffee as well! Solid viet coffee with the salted cream, easily best in East Bay! read more

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Jed O.

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Recently took over the old U-Cha location and with a lovely menu with variety! I recommend the Pandan Matcha if you like Pandan. It was well balanced with the matcha and well worth the specialty cost with the portions. Not much seating but if you find one you can definitely settle down and be productive! It may get busy/loud as it is a small space but with some headphones and a flow state you're sure to get work done! 4/5 - Pandan Matcha - You can definitely taste the Pandan and matcha but I thought it could be a bit creamier for my liking. The sweetness was on point with the normal sugar and the ice was perfect in proportion. Nevertheless it was still a fantastic drink that I would get again when I visit again! read more

Binge Coffee House - Pandan Matcha - Vietnamese Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Faith C.

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LOVE their matcha!! They have such an extensive menu and amazing, strong drinks-what a feat. Got the less sweet Kyoto Fog-London fog matcha with matcha foam. SO matcha forward, but can also taste the earl grey. Amazing!! Coco Matcha also really good. Mango Matcha was alright. All very matcha forward with prominent flavors. Small space with lots of studying students. Bathroom was clean-ish. Love it here and will be back (been here a few times before and everything was good then too, banh mis and drinks) read more

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Binge Coffee House - Kyoto Fog, Mango Matcha, Coco Matcha - Vietnamese Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Chloe C.

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Drinks - I ordered the Mango Sticky Rice Matcha and BOY oh boy was the matcha SUPER strong! It was a little bitter for my liking. I wish they had an option to adjust sweetness, ice etc but their drink came pretty standard/set so not much tweaking. Service - ordered on a kiosk and it was super easy and fast. Drinks came pretty fast too. Ambiance - cute little shop. Small tables with lots of chairs that you can add to tables, etc read more

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Serena H.

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Loved this place, will definitely be coming back! It was crowded but we were able to get a table without much trouble. Good vibes and great lighting inside. I got the ube matcha and my friend got the banana one. The ube was delicious - I might get the same order again next time too! read more

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Kelli K.

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Best Melon Matcha! A must try!! Sweet, creamy, and a nice melon flavor. It reminded me of the green Melona popsicle for its vibrant color and the melon flavor wasn't super artificial in a way that made it awful. It was really good and refreshing. Highly recommend! read more

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Vivian

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Usually caffeine is the last thing I want before bed, but matcha is hard to pass up when you only have a few hours left to explore a city. We visited Binge Coffee House on a whim after dinner while looking for something to end our evening. There are countless cafes in the area, but we kept hearing that this one was worth trying. The shop sits close to UC Berkeley, so it's not surprising that a lot of college students hang out here. Even an hour before closing the place was still packed with students studying. It's also conveniently located near a bus stop which makes it easy to reach by public transit. You can order online, at the register, or through two kiosks inside the cafe. We placed our order online for the melon matcha and the white peach matcha. By the time we arrived our drinks were already ready for pickup, which took maybe five minutes. That's pretty quick for matcha drinks. The quality definitely lived up to the reviews I had read online. The matcha itself was strong and aromatic while still letting the added flavors come through. They also offer flavor combinations I haven't seen before. The melon matcha is inspired by a Melona ice cream bar mixed with a matcha latte, and it honestly tasted exactly like that. It was creamy, not overly sweet, and really satisfying. The white peach matcha was interesting. It took a few sips to warm up to because the flavor reminded me of peach yogurt, which I don't normally associate with matcha. It wasn't bad at all, just a more unique pairing. Hopefully I'll get the chance to come back and try more drinks and maybe some of the snack items as well. read more

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Annie N.

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solid spot! we came for the matcha drinks but the other drinks on the menu such as the viet coffee/egg coffee/ube flavored looked pretty promising as well! id put this place in my top 5s for the bay, good matcha tasting drinks and fun flavor options. decent seating options and reasonable waittime. friend and i went for the kyoto fog and the double matcha. good cream tops, vibrant color, reasonably good sweetness level for their choice of sweetner and good drink presentation as well. they also have some banh mi bites that look interesting. also expect the matcha "green tongue" haha read more

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Brett H.

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Binge Coffee is the perfect example of what a coffee shop should be. Friendly and efficient staff. Excellent coffee and delicious snacks. Even when ordering coffee for delivery to Alameda, their coffee is always the best. read more

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tiana w.

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I've been here twice so far and both times they were excellent. I haven't had any customer service interactions but that's because you order from the tablets. The first time we went it was early morning and there were just a couple of us in there and they had just opened. I ordered the strawberry shortcake matcha and my husband got the banana matcha. Both were delicious. The 2nd time they were packed and I actually got the same thing and my husband tried the banana iced coffee which was even better than the matcha. Even though they were super busy, I didn't have to wait long. Definitely one of my new favorite matcha spots. read more

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Anthony H.

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Binge Coffee House is right next to the UC campus on Bancroft Way so it is very popular with students. First thing we noticed we walked in was a wall adorned with black and white grainy photos of all the patrons. There is a small photo kiosk where you and/or your friends can take the Polaroid selfies and add to the wall. We thought that was cute and the photo wall made this place interesting. Their drinks menu is very interesting as well. They advertise the use of premium hand-whisked Matcha in their drinks and they have interesting combinations of specialty drinks. We ordered a Pandan Matcha and a Passion Fruit tea using a tablet pad but you can order from the staff as well. We were able to specify the sweetness level, and add other toppings like crystal boba. Our drinks were ready fairly quickly. I liked that the Matcha flavor was strong and I was satisfied with my drink. The Passion Fruit tea was also very refreshing. We thought the prices were reasonable for the quality and size of drinks. The ambience was also nice enough to made us want to stay for our drinks. read more

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Annie L.

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I wanted to try out some matcha places w my friends and one of our stops was Binge Coffee House! I got a Melon Matcha with oat milk and it was so yum! If you're a melon fan AND a matcha fan, you'll like this! I think the combination works really well. It's a good balance of sweet and earthy from the matcha and the matcha itself tastes great. I love that the drink is creamy and a nice color too! I would totally come back to try some of their other drinks and menu items :) read more

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Grace J.

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Boho matcha and banh mi study spot! This cafe has great quality matcha drinks and plenty of casual seating if you want to get some work done. You'll order from a kiosk and the barista will call out your drink minutes later. The matcha is smooth and not powdery in texture. I love that there isn't too much ice in the drink, and the fruity flavors aren't too sweet! read more

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D. Reneé B.

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Stopped by Binge Coffee House in Berkeley, located on the corner of Bancroft. In true Berkeley fashion, parking is limited and metered, so plan accordingly. We went on a Saturday afternoon and it was crowded -- standing room only. Orders are placed through one of two self-serve screens. Since it was our first visit, the menu took a minute to figure out, but my daughter got the hang of it quickly. She ordered a matcha with fresh strawberries at the bottom and really enjoyed it. I ordered a tea and added lychee jelly, but only received the fresh lychee pieces -- no jelly. Still good, just not exactly what I expected. Overall, we enjoyed it for the most part. It's a popular spot with a lot of foot traffic, and now that we've tried it, we're ready to move on and continue our search for the next matcha spot to try this year. read more

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Devonna D.

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Drinks: AMAZING I WISH I LIVED CLOSERR SO I COULD HAVE THIS MORE OFTEN AND TRY ALL THEIR DRINKS I recommend - Pistachio matcha (10/10) soul-ascending pistachio foam... - Binge house coffee (9/10) Service: SO KIND I was debating what to order for a bit because I was scared to get the "wrong" thing - one of the workers overheard and told me if I didn't enjoy my drink he would make me a new one (I ended up loving my drink though) Ambiance: It was VERY busy when I went. Limited seating, more fitting for a small group. read more

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Vicky L.

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Randomly, came here for some nice matcha and got the strawberry matcha. It was actually so delicious, maybe a tad too sweet. But overall loved the quality of the matcha read more

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Andy P.

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Best matcha in the east bay! Constantly changing and adding to their menu and amazing workers! read more

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Alyssa O.

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egg coffee was so yummy. i only have a select few that i really enjoy, and im not a coffee person, and this could be one of the places! we ended up going at the right time because it wasn't busy, but as soon as we started ordering, people came piling in. would love to come here and try their other drinks. read more

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Debbie C.

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A regular here after recent discovery, must get my matcha fix! Usuals are pistachio and regular matcha latte but today I am trying the double! Always a high quality product (matcha at Starbucks just doesn't hit anymore after Binge ) and employees provide great service to accommodate my lower sweetness levels and no pistachio nut crumbles. I like this location because of the online ordering capability on their website, yay to no extra fees and are open earlier vs. the other location on Telegraph. However, it would be nice if the 25% sweetness was an ordering option online. Finally, don't forget to try the beef banh mi, it's delicious imo out of the others! read more

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beth A.

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This place is so cute and the service was great. I loved the pistachio matcha it's a must try read more

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Gurkriti A.

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Binge Drinks were very flavorful and easy to customize through the kiosk!! And they came out so fast!! We tried 3 different flavors and they were all so unique and good. We will come again!! read more

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Pingjan T.

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Great coffee and wonderful atmosphere! Very cozy and clean coffee shop with friendly service. The drink was delicious and perfectly balanced -- smooth, flavorful, and not overly sweet. A perfect stop after attending the UC Berkeley graduation. Will definitely come back! read more

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Baron Bobman C.

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Nice drink. taste pretty good and very nice service. the store looks chill and having a good music. read more

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Miranda C.

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Very colorful drinks and offers unique flavors like ube and pandan. Strong coffee must visit when visiting Berkeley. read more

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Allison W.

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I haven't seen this chain before so decided to stop in and try their matcha latte for an afternoon pick-me-up. There are a couple of tables inside but not really suited for a big group of people to sit without pushing a lot of tables together. I ordered the Mango Matcha Latte with less sweetness, which I suggest because the fruit jam has a lot of sugar already. The drink came out super fast, quite literally 2 minutes after ordering through the kiosk. I could really feel the caffeine from this matcha, though the fruit and milk masks a lot of the matcha flavor. Would be back! read more

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BINGE worthy! Pistachio Matcha Latte was REALLY good and refreshing. Order also came out really quickly! read more

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angela f.

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I've tried the pistachio matcha latte and OH. MY. GOD. Perfect balance, just enough of each flavor to compliment without either the nutty pistachio or the earthiness of matcha to overpower the other. You also can't go wrong with a classic matcha latte with your preferred sweetness. I've also enjoyed their combo banh mi and popcorn chicken. Binge Coffee is on my recc list for anyone looking for a solid Matcha Latte. read more

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Abby I.

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I love their strawberry matcha!! Best matcha in Berkeley, California. They have two locations close to each other which I love and their Vietnamese sandwiches are good especially the chicken ones. Would def recommend! read more

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Coleen P.

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Wish I lived closer because this would be my go-to spot for drinks!! Was visiting Berkeley for the day and my boyfriend's brother originally recommended another matcha place, but we ended up here because they were open a little later! I'm so glad we ended up here! I was stuck between the pistachio or pandan matcha, but ultimately chose pandan. The flavor really stands out here!!! I've had Academic Coffee and Hijau Coffee's pandan lattes, but their pandan flavor is so subtle compared to Binge! I want to try all their drinks from Vietnamese coffee to the cream top matchas. They have such a wide selection of drinks! And they have banh mi too!! read more

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Lucy Y.

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Really enjoyed the black sesame matcha here. The roasted black sesame flavor was deep, nutty, and rich, pairing surprisingly well with the earthy ceremonial matcha. The thick black sesame cold foam was smooth and addictive, and the crispy quinoa puffs on top added a fun little crunch to every sip. Definitely a drink I'd order again. read more

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Ryan L.

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Delicious drinks and a really fun, chill vibe! Friendly and helpful staff too! I got the pandan matcha, a super nice fusion of Viet & Japanese flavors, would also recommend their blueberry matcha and pandan coffee as well! read more

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Julianna P.

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Banana Coffee -- delicious! sweet coffee goodness! There's some bits of toffee in there. It's so creamy and just the right amount of sweetness. The banana flavor is just the right amount of flavor and tastes so good with the toffee bits. The toffee bits are crunchy too. This place gets busy, you can order on the kiosk and all the monthly special items will show up there. I prefer their coffee over their matcha but all drinks I tried so far are delicious! read more

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Great place to catch up with a friend! Not so much for studying though (quite loud, small, and not enough seating/outlets imo). My friend and I visited on a Tuesday afternoon and easily ordered through one of the 2 kiosks. I got their seasonal pumpkin spice matcha latte, and my friend ordered an ube coffee. Both drinks were phenomenal, with apparent yet balanced flavors. I was especially impressed with the pumpkin spice matcha as the drink was not overly milky, you could actually taste the grassy matcha, and the pumpkin spice was not too sweet or overpowering (I did order 50% sweetness). Staff were helpful with anything else we needed like straws or water! Have visited this location several times and will continue to do so (: read more

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2199 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, CA 94720
Downtown Berkeley
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(341) 229-1296
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Hours

What time does Binge Coffee House open?

Binge Coffee House opens at 9:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Binge Coffee House close?

Binge Coffee House closes at 7:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Food & Alcohol

Does Binge Coffee House serve alcohol?

Yes, Binge Coffee House serves alcohol.

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Does Binge Coffee House allow dogs?

Yes, Binge Coffee House allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Binge Coffee House have outdoor seating?

Yes, Binge Coffee House has outdoor seating options.

Does Binge Coffee House have parking?

Yes, Binge Coffee House has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

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Does Binge Coffee House have free WiFi?

Yes, Binge Coffee House has free WiFi.

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Me Va Con Vietnamese Kitchen

4.5(257 reviews)

Mini Pancakes Bahn Khot -- super fresh, fragrant and flavorful. I love the basil and mint that came…read morewith the roll. Every mouthful had a nice hint of buttery flavor from the pancake and then a hint of freshness from the veggies. Spicy Shaken Beef Pho -- flavorful beef broth, perfect amount of saltiness, lots of fresh beef slices. Super filling and warm! The food was delicious and fresh! Would come back and try their other dishes, their standard pho was yummy and flavorful!

We were in the area figuring out where to eat when a lady eating Bánh Khọt in the her freakin' car…read morecame up on my feed. Eating anything with nước chấm in the car is diabolical. With my luck, my car would smell like hello kitty for weeks. Anyhow, I found Mẹ Và Con on yelp, a mother-daughter owned resto that opened in 2024. They serve bánh khọt and have outdoor seating so we headed over. Thankfully, we arrived before the Sunday dinner rush (~5:45 pm) and before the parking lot was filled. Rezzies are accepted (via phone). M E N U Viet Cuisine with some elevated, modern twists (no specific regional specialty). Smaller menu than your typical hole-in-the-wall with 25-30 items including AZN fusion items like shrimp ceviche, kimchi pasta and tom yum pasta. Beer, wine, and soju cocktails available. F O O D * Bò Tái Chanh: Beef Carpaccio w/ Thai basil, fried shallot, house tangerine sauce ($18): https://tinyurl.com/nhcn9kxw - Served at dinner only Fresh, tender slices of beef carpaccio with a sweetness from the tangerine sauce and white onions. I appreciate their twist (tangerine sauce instead of nước chấm) but it was too one note for me...IMO, it needed acid and herbs. Plus, I miss the texture of peanuts. * Bánh Khọt: Viet Mini Pancakes w/ shrimp, coconut milk batter, herbs, pickles ($24): https://tinyurl.com/34nx7sat - Served at dinner only Fav dish of the night, the savory bánh khọt was delicately crispy and slightly custardy in the center with a snappy shrimp drizzled with fragrant scallion oil. It came with romaine, mint, and perilla leaves neatly layered for easy wrapping. The lettuce was a bit soft and soggy tho, and I think they forgot the pickled veggies. Served with a tiny portion of tangy sweet nước chấm. * Bò Lúc Lắc: Shaking Beef w/ soy, garlic, onion, cherry tomato, arugula ($26): https://tinyurl.com/3rkpukct Meltingly tender cubes of filet mignon but light on the seasoning and aromatics so it was bland. Also, was hoping for more smoky wok hei flavor. * Thịt Kho Tàu: Braised Pork Belly w/ hard boiled eggs, rice ($21): https://tinyurl.com/mr2evryw - Includes bowl of rice A traditional dish served during Lunar New Year, it symbolizes prosperity, warmth, and stability. Chunks of pork belly are caramelized in sugar and braised in coconut soda and fish sauce - rich, savory with a good ratio of lean meat to fat (4 pieces). Wish they used more braising liquid when warming up, as some pieces were a bit dry. S E R V I C E Warm, friendly hospitality. Food does take awhile tho...our first dish took about 30 minutes to arrive. A M B I A N C E Casual, no-frills indoor area with about 10-12 tables. Cute covered patio in the parking lot with 5 tables and fairy lights. Overall, Mẹ Và Con is a great place to introduce people that are new to Viet cuisine and/or you're looking for Viet dishes with different twist.

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Super Super Restaurant

4.3(515 reviews)

1.7 mi•West Berkeley

Solid 4.5/5 Got the…read moresteak and meatball pho. Friendly service, parking in the back, fair price. More of a hole in the wall feel but cleanliness isn't an issue. The pho was good. Broth was hot, noodles not overcooked, clean and beefy (not artificial) broth. I'd happily come back

4.5 stars Good!…read moreSolid pho. I've eaten here a couple times. Highly recommended if you're local to the area. Banmhi sandwiches are about as cheap as they get. Starting at $9.95 (2026)

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Ao Sen

3.9(494 reviews)

2.6 mi

A torrential rainy day earlier....Gio & I first checked out a new Pho place on San Pablo south of…read morehere...menu didn't list all the different variations of beef one could customize your order with...so we returned here for the classics...Gio got fatty brisqet & tendon I opted for (the 1st time) 100% tendon....ah the joy of loads of translucent cartilaginous protein ...good for me ailing joints...along with the perfectly not too sweet broth and their one of a kind fried shallot condiment the only thing I wish is that they used their old ceramic rather than metal bowls but oh my oh my been a long hiatus & so good!!

Pretty delicious pho for this area. I highly recommend asking for the beef on the side so it…read moredoesn't get overcooked in the soup when they bring it out. The service is fast and the restaurant is pretty massive and spacious. The broth is flavorful and very cozy. With so many good pho places in the south bay, this is a great option when you're not in the south bay!

Inside

Banh Tam Bi $14.95 | 07.20.2025

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Spring rolls

84 Viet

3.9(179 reviews)

0.4 mi•Downtown Berkeley

the pho itself is pretty good (i usually get the brisket original pho). it's not the most mind…read moreblowing but pretty decent for the price point. it's quite empty when i go, so it's nice to have some quick service!

Broth on the Pho Dac Biet (Combination) wasn't as complex but clean so not too much flavor. The…read morebrisket was a bit overcooked. The tendon was definitely had flavor to it and tasted great. Service was great. Questioned the server if they used condensed or regular milk for the Vietnamese Coffee. At first he said condensed milk and then admitted it was topped off with half and half, which was the reason I asked because it was very watered down and not as thick nor had any hints of sweetness from the condensed milk.

Crispy Tofu & Crunchy Delight Egg Roll & Noodle.

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Strawberries Smoothies

Mint Leaf Vietnamese Restaurant

3.6(353 reviews)

1.7 mi•West Berkeley

Came for a lunch around 12pm on a Tuesday. It wasn't too crowded. The server immediately gave us…read morewater and the menus. I ordered the special pho and my colleague ordered the chicken w/rice. The food came out within 5 minutes, which was fast. The pho was alright - the broth was clear, and the fillings inside were at a good portion. The noodles were pretty clumped together, so it took me some time to pry them apart with the broth heat. My colleague had nothing to complain about her dish as well. All in all, I wouldn't mind coming again for lunch whether I'm in the area or craving some pho for lunch during workdays.

Ordered for delivery. Food was ok. Sort of bland. Ingredients were fresh but don't think this place…read morewill be in my repeat list.

Grilled Pork Rice Plate (To Go)

Special Pho (To-Go)

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Thai Iced Tea

Tigon

4.3(247 reviews)

3.1 mi

Locally owned & operated

Large group friendly

A huge shout-out to Tigon for going the extra mile to provide vegan catering for the funeral…read morereception of my father. I had initially tried to cater from a vegan establishment. However, due to scheduling and resources, I approached Tigon, the nearest vegan friendly restaurant to Sunset Mortuary, to select a fully vegan menu. The food was delivered on time and packaged well. Everything was fresh, smelled and tasted delicious. As usual, the guests only realized there were no animal products because the host is vegan. Thank you Tigon for being extra accommodating and making the lunch service effortless for our family.

Hands down, this is the best shaking beef (Bò Lúc Lắc) I've had. The beef is unbelievably tender,…read moreand all those rich, savory juices soak into the bed of lettuce underneath. It adds so much flavor and makes the whole dish feel extra satisfying. One small tip, I'd recommend asking for a bit more lime with the dipping sauce. The pepper-to-lime ratio leans pretty heavy on the pepper side, and I personally like a little more acidity to cut through the richness of the beef. The eggroll appetizer is also worth mentioning. They come out nice and crispy, and wrapping them in the lettuce with the dipping sauce adds a great contrast in texture and a fresh layer of flavor. It's a simple touch, but it really elevates the dish. The pho is solid and pretty standard, no complaints there, but the shaking beef is definitely the star. The atmosphere is very family-friendly. There were kids playing and interacting with each other, which gave the place a warm, community feel. My little one was a bit shy when some kids came over to say hi, but it was still a welcoming moment. The interior is spacious, so I wouldn't worry about bringing a larger group. And for accessibility, there are a couple of steps at the entrance, but there's a lift on the right side, and a flat entrance in the back for wheelchairs or strollers, which is a nice touch.

The dining room

Vietnamese Savory Crepes / Bánh Xèo (Tofu)

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Thai ice tea

Pho Le

4.3(262 reviews)

1.8 mi•West Berkeley

We stopped by for dinner and ordered the Dry-fried beef ho fun, teochew noodles, and dry pot spicy…read morebeef! Everything tasted really decent, the portions were nice, and the owner was really friendly. It was our first time trying dry pot spicy beef, and we enjoyed it. It had a nice kick of spice without being too overwhelming. I personally would have preferred it to be even spicier, which would have made it perfect!

Can confidently bump this up to 4*. Their signature beef pho was noticeably all around better. The…read morenoodles didn't come off soggy and the quality of the beef was good. I did feel bamboozled by their Couples Delight dish. The picture on the menu shows honeycomb tripe.. and it didn't come with any.. there's actually another dish for that. Super disappointing haha. They gave out free goldfish crackers this time!

Condiments

Beef chow fun on top and Singapore Fried Rice on bottom.

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Front of business

Le Pho

3.9(346 reviews)

1.3 mi•West Berkeley

Well I liked everything about this place, especially the proximity to taking a break after…read moreshopping. The food is great. I've ordered various Pho,'s, all delightful, salt and pepper tofu, curry chicken etc. Sitting in and takeout food is equally good. It became a staple to meet with a friend there. Would highly recommend. I will miss this place, as I've since moved back to CA.

My wife and I get pho here at least every month and it never disappoints. The staff are really…read morerelaxed and nice. We usually bring our toddler and it is a very friendly environment for him to run around after he eats.

Noodles were not Vermicelli, these tasted and looked like spaghetti noodles

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Kim's Cafe & Sandwiches

4.3(430 reviews)

2.1 mi

•$

My usual spot was closed on Sunday and I had a lot of family coming to watch my son's baseball game…read moreat noon. I stopped there and picked up 7 sandwiches (large size) and also go an Uber latte. It was like 98.00 but splitting them in half was enough for everyone to be fed. Everyone enjoyed the sandwiches. All the staff was super nice and the place is surprising large, doesn't look like it from the outside. So many great choices on Solano ave.

I haven't gotten Kim's Cafe out of my mind and I want to go back! They have a cute little - if a…read morebit cramped - covered parklet on Solano Ave. The lemongrass chicken banh mi was full of really good and flavorful chicken. Honestly I wish I'd only eaten that. The salad roll with shrimp is basically a shrimp fresh roll that comes with dipping sauce. It's also pretty great. Then there was the vermicelli with beef. I was not a fan. I wish it came with nuoc cham. The beef was pretty dried out. This is the first time I've ordered this dish anywhere and not liked it. If only the bahn mi - 5 stars Because i had beef vermicelli bowl - 4 stars

2.8 mi•Temescal, North Oakland

Tofu curry large sandwich

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Monster Pho

4.2(1.4k reviews)

The food is amazing. Best Pho in the east bay and the ambiance is great in the restaurant. The…read moreservice is awesome. The people are very helpful and friendly. This is my go to Pho and Bahn Mhi spot!

Top 3 banh mi I've had!! It's huge, basically a double sandwich. We got the beef and it was…read moredelicious. The spring rolls are fresh and they have multiple options: pork, shrimp or tofu. I got pork today. I love how much this business owner pours into his community. They're always doing give backs, fundraising, and affordable foods All around great place. Next time I go, I'll definitely try the pho, and grab another banh mi!