It came to my attention yesterday that some people don't know about Mi Tierra's cafe or their taco…read moretuesday. Let me say that louder. CAFE. TACO TUESDAY!! On Tuesdays, tacos are $3 and fish tacos are $3.50 And they are effin GOOD. Jeebus they are good. I got the fish taco grilled for the first time yesterday. It was all I could eat. I'll be visiting for that more often. Even at full price ($5) that's a steal. IT WAS SO GOOD. They also have cheap, high quality meat. Which, in this economy, is a frikkin' god send. I go here for the meat a lot because I'm broke. And they are always so nice. I've never had any experience here where anyone was even approaching rude. Also, I am very shy about my bad spanish. But often, I'll try in Spanish and they will be patient with me about it. And I love them for that. They'll switch to English when they can tell I don't understand. (It's actually usually just me thinking. I think slow, lol.) Yeah. Lots of words, sorry. They have good meat. They have good tacos. They're nice.

great burrito, among the best in berkeley. very quick, they never get my order wrong, very…read moreconvenient, very affordable. Truly a Go To Berkeley burrito spot.

This place in Berkeley is truly amazing. I walked in looking for some snacks (Central American) ,…read moreand let me tell you--they have every flavor and variety you can imagine. I believe the shop is run by three brothers, and their humility and kindness really shine through. Every time I come in for produce, herbs, or teas, they take the time to help me find exactly what I need, and they always make sure their prices stay affordable for the community. It's beautiful to see a business rooted in culture, heart, and service right in the heart of Berkeley. I genuinely appreciate everything you do, and this is a place I will continue to support. Thank you for creating a space that feels welcoming, thoughtful, and full of love.

Large variety of food and items and they even have a meat section! Amazing customer service too…read more The cashier I spoke to was very nice. I donated to the gofundme for one of the sick cats he looks after. He feeds a colony of about 22 cats, so anything helps.

Nice Halal Store 2 buy ' Halal Frozen Goods '. Halal Lamb Kebabs , Halal Frozen Samosas, Pita Bread…read more( White & Whole Wheat ), Halal Meats, Baking Essences, Oils & Bottled Juices. Plus Pakistani Biryani Masala & other Curry Masalas packaged !!! Enjoy browsing their ' 3xotic Selection ' !!!!

Warning, there is something going on w how they handle meat. As I walked toward the door coming in,…read morea very strong rancid meat smell hit me. The meat counter looked pretty bare but I can't help but remember that smell - something is very wrong here. I see google reviews of them selling old meat. Be careful not to risk your health here.

I stepped in to grab food before realizing there was a separate cafe next door…read more Decided to come back after dinner next door to pick up some dessert and I'm so glad I did! I got an assortment of Turkish delight and some pistachio baklava ($2.99). The Turkish delight is sold by weight across all the varieties and goes for $16.99/lb. The guy behind the counter was super friendly and offered us a sample of one of the flavors to try which I thought was a nice gesture. Everything looked so good, so we picked a couple different pieces of Turkish delight to try. To my surprise, my favorite ended up being the saffron, though rose petal with pomegranate and sour cherry with pastachio were close seconds. I didn't like the coconut or the chocolate one that much, so reminder to myself to skip those next time. After picking up the dessert, I did a quick circle around the store to see what they had. It's not a big store but they manage to cram a lot of stuff into the limited space!

I usually stop by either the Middle East Market or its sister spot, the Middle East Café, during my…read moreweekly laundromat run down the block. The café bartenders are always kind -- once they even let me use the bathroom before I realized the laundromat had one. I've ordered a beer while waiting for my clothes to dry and was welcomed to sit with my dog on the back patio. The atmosphere is warm and accommodating. The market itself is a treasure trove: shelves filled with Middle Eastern dry goods, nuts, dried fruits, spices, blends, and condiments you can't find anywhere else. Kofta, shish kebab, falafel, sumac, garam masala -- it's all here. They also carry pita, lavash, labna, and other breads and yogurts that make cooking from scratch feel like heaven. Bonus points for the large assortments of delicious house made baklavas! Even without a full kitchen, the prepared foods are excellent. I ordered falafel, eggplant dip, hummus, and cucumber salad from the to‑go counter -- a mini feast for $26 that didn't disappoint. **Verdict:** Courteous service, respectful staff, and a fantastic selection. Whether you're cooking at home or grabbing a bite, this place is a gem. Highly recommended.

Beautiful little convenience/grocery store in the waterfront District of Berkeley serving vegan to…read moremeat sandwiches delicious soup of the day and grab and go items as well as produce and beverages.

We are so lucky to have this sweet store on our block. Amazing selection of foods including…read moreexcellent homemade soups, fresh bread and vegetables. Super nice staff.

Lovely Homesttyle Laddoo Dessert Balls... Seems like ' It's…read morea New Item '. Their Own Brand Name ... Tasted like " GONDH KE LADDOO - A CUTCHI SPECIALTY " DELICIOUS & ' Not Too SUGARY !!!! Been Shopping here with Mr. DEEPAK for Decades and Love the STORE !!! It's a GEM in Indiatown , Berkeley. Laddoos seem to have Channa Besan ( Garbanzo Flour , Guar Gim & Sugar ).. Worth a Try, and Cheaper that the Boxed Brand Name Goodies like Haldiram, Deep & Others !!! Well worth a visit. Owner is ' Very Obliging '. The Triangular Boxed Paans + Tons Of Indian Savory & Sweet Snack Foods, Indian Frozen Dinners, Algerian Dates, Gift Items and a Gr8 Selectiom Of Stainless Steel Cookware, Indian Teatime Biscuits , Nan, ROTI, RICE, LENTILS , GHEE &TEABAGS in a CLEAN, WELL LIT FACILITY !!!!!!

Really cool Indian grocery with hard to find Indian groceries, I got some pre packaged meals to put…read moreover rice. They were excellent and a good price.

This is a small local market that is convenient and is stocked with a good variety of products. The…read moreproblem is the produce is mediocre, even sometimes rotten, (especially bad when compared to Monterey Market up the street) and the owner/manager is rude. I swing by often but after recent visits I wonder why I spend so much money on overpriced bad produce from a nasty person. YMMV

Yeah no. Back in the mid 2000s, til about 2012, I regularly shopped in this small local,…read moreemployee-owned grocers because it was close to where I lived, I prefer small, neighborhood markets, and I liked that everything was organic. I liked the long-time manager Michael (now many years retired). I was out of state for about 10 years, and returned a few years ago. I have dropped in here now and then for an item or two (or just to use the restroom, which is always very clean), and left empty-handed each time because the prices are laughably exorbitant. You can tell a lot about a business - grocers or other - by the mood or attitude when you walk in. I don't know if employees have been burned by bad customers or if it is just more post-pandemic 'Weltschmerz,' but whenever I stopped in here I never felt welcomed, or as though the staff actually enjoy working here. I hear no customer-staff friendly banter, see hardly any smiles. It is just stony-faced, entitled (mostly white) people getting what they need, not interacting with or making eye contact with others, much less exchanging smiles or friendly "hellos." It is one more example of the bratty coldness that has taken over most of Berkeley, which breaks my heart. This used to be a lovely market to call my "neighborhood market," but absolutely no longer is. Before any employees or the manager chime in with a response to defend their laughably exorbitant prices by reminding me of how small a market they are - whoa there, little kitties - your prices are still higher than Monterey Market up the road or another employee-owned market, Berkeley Bowl. I can't even afford to puchase a bottle of mustard here, and must get it at Trader Joes. Be honest: This market is for VERY WEALTHY PEOPLE ONLY or for people who DON'T MIND MAXXING OUT THEIR CREDIT CARDS HERE so that they can feel like one of the "cool kids" for shopping here. Your produce is beautiful, your shop very spic 'n span clean, I appreciate that you offer non-GMO and Fair Trade groceries, but you could do better, truly, by making the less-than-ridiculously wealthy people feel more welcome here. You'd have to care about us first though.

Traders Joe's is always a staple in our kitchen! They have fantastic packaged and frozen foods for…read morethe best price and deals! They never have sales unless it's a seasonal item but it's because they always offer competitive prices. J also love buying their dairy products, best deal for pasture raised eggs, milk, yogurt and so much delicious cheese. Their produce is not super fresh, definitely go to Berkeley bowl for that. But they good pre made salads and foods. A fan favorite being the Greek salad. Avoid after work hours and weekday evenings! They often run out of stock, so mornings are best!

This is easily the worst TJ's in the East Bay. I've gone in and left because they literally had no…read morebread. Like NONE. Just muffins left. How does that even happen. Like BUY more! The parking lot is tiny. The store is small also. Homeless people loiter outside asking for your food.

Used to be Indus market newly renovated now called Zara. Clean sparkling store with great butcher…read moreshop on back Clear signs listing all chicken, goat & veal cuts with prices & very friendly helpful butcher

A bit pricey but you get to pick what part of the goat you want, and they cut it in front of you.read more

Luke in Amazon Returns deserves a Medal of Honor for his exceptional service on so many levels!!…read more His patience, helpfulness, positivity and genuine kindness so were very much appreciated and so rare in today's cultural experience. Thank you Luke! You're a STAR!!

I came to grab some fruits, specifically pineapples. It was nicely cut and ready to eat. I was in…read moreand out within few minutes. All good. I came around 12:31pm, it was crowded. Folks buying lunch and grocery. When I am in town, I come here to grab some fruits or other ready to eat foods.