I saw Oh G Burger on Instagram and had to give it a try. The customer service was excellent, and I…read moreordered the single Bulgogi Burger while my daughter got a plain burger. The burgers are smash burgers and tasted good, but I was honestly surprised by the price. Paying $15 for such a small burger felt way too expensive. My daughter even said, "Nine dollars for this little thing?" The flavor was decent with the sauce, but the portion just didn't justify the cost. We also ordered the tater tots, which were unfortunately pretty greasy. Overall, it was an okay experience, but I don't think we'll be back. I'd rather spend $15 on a bigger, more filling burger somewhere else.

For the price, I was extremely underwhelmed with the food here. The burger is barely a smash burger…read moreand the fries are worse than Kirkland frozen french fries (which I think are terrible). We got the loaded fries and a single burger. The burger was extremely flavorless, oily, and just plainly not worth $9. It was so bad I almost felt scammed. The sauce is basically mayo, which is fine since I like burger king whoppers but there was no ketchup. Just literal mayo with a few strands of greasy red onions. Loaded fries were $10...completely not worth it. Just sad soggy fries and bland sauce with pickles thrown on top. Ordering via kiosk was easy, seating is adequate. Can't recommend the food, though. Maybe I should've tried the bulgogi burger...

A must-visit place for anyone living in the area (4/5 Green Stars)…read moreBring cash! That's the first rule of Schmidt's Pub. Maybe it's the only rule! I've been coming here a bit more regularly, lately - more visits in the last year compared to the previous decade, in fact. Now I wonder what I was waiting for. According to the East Bay Express, Schmidt's Pub is "basically your living room, but better" - that does sum it up, except that very few of us have living rooms anything like this, with a cozy fireplace surrounded by comfy armchairs and rustic tables beside sunny windows. Not many of us have living rooms with Old Speckled Hen on tap, or populated with an entertaining parade of quirky folk and friendly dogs. If the people and dogs are not entertaining enough then pick up a copy of Calvin and Hobbes or A History of Clay Pipes (okay, I made that one up) and have a little retreat with a pint. 4/5 Green Stars for social and environmental impact, based on these factors: * Beer on tap (transported in reusable kegs) has a much lower footprint compared to bottles or cans. * Allows you to bring your own food, which is good for folk like vegans who are often more comfortable with BYO. * The snacks available at the counter could be a bit more Berkeley (or Albany)! They were mostly from big corps - Lays chips (PepsiCo) and chocolate bars from Mars. Would be nice to see a more imaginative/ethical selection. * A great community space with an inclusive atmosphere. Schmidt's is home to many groups (e.g., knitting) and provides a second family for many, some who send postcards from their trips! * Finally, we shouldn't underestimate the importance of having a place to slow down, reflect and connect with each other a little. In that respect, Schmidt's Pub is worth its weight in gold.

Kicking myself for not coming here sooner! 5 hearts and stars!…read more Neighborhood favorite.

First time going with a larger group and the servers were exceptionally kind and friendly and…read morehelpful. The food was also delivered quickly and was delicious. The smash burger with the sauce on the side was very tasty and the drink was very smooth, light and refreshing. Also we were in 100 degree weather but with their umbrellas it was actually pleasant to be outside. Overall the service is what made our experience great and we will be going back

Arrived at 7:30. Yelp said they close at 9. Apparently the clock inside was operating on a…read moredifferent time zone because we were told they were closed. So we stood outside, questioning reality, while two other groups casually walked in like they had the secret password. We gave up and ordered an Uber. Somewhere between "Confirming your driver" and actually leaving, someone came outside to let us know we could come in after all. Unfortunately, unlike your closing time, Uber's arrival time was consistent. I'm sure the beer is fantastic. Based on my experience, though, getting through the front door is the real challenge.

Awesome Beer Selection…read more Awesome Vibe Awesome everything Pool table, with karaoke nights

Not too busy on a Thursday afternoon. Huge selection of libations. Smoking to the right, in the…read morealley. FYI

Olfactory Brewing opened in Pacific Standard's space. Basically same with 4 flatscreens. Paired…read morewith Delirama-great beer with great food. Barista ready to pour at any time. Cook READY to prep Sammies... Offerings: seasonal brews made with Admiral Maltings Pilsner malts & hops. Happy Hour 12~5, M~F. Eats of cold hoagies, hot dips & hot pastrami Sammie's. Sips: Nectarian Infinity (6.6% abv.) 16 ounce. West Coast I.P.A. -very hoppy with Admiral Maltings Pilsner malts, Nectarian, Nelson & Mosaic hops. -smooth brew makes beer tastes more potent than it is. Rare to find beer quality so unique 5 stars!

Love Olfactory Brewing in San Francisco because their beers are A+ but decided I HAD to drag my…read morefriend out their new Berkeley outpost for their Chicago grub since my friend is from Chicago and misses Italian beef so much that he orders Portillo's on the regular. Dedicated man. Never mind that he doesn't even drink, but...food for him and more beer for me! Win-win, I'll say ;) SO DID IT LIVE UP TO THE HYPE??? Short answer: YES!!! the food and beer were both amazing - the beer was a foregone conclusion but to top it off, they had a smidge left of this experimental European-style beer that I thankfully was able to try and that was a special treat. The Italian beef was juicy and had just the right amount of sog without losing it's structural integrity. Wish they had the Chicago goods in San Francisco but guess they gotta dangle incentives to keep us coming across the bay...so fine, definitely coming back soon!

I visited Match Point Brewing on July 25, the last Saturday the taproom will be open. I've had…read moreMatch Point's beers a handful of other times before out of cans, but this was my first time at the actual taproom. The taproom had a nice variety of Asian inspired beers on tap, including a masala chai amber lager and Vietmanese coffee lager. Compared to Dokkaebier, another brewery that specializes in Asian inspired beers, I find that the beers by Match Point are much bolder in their flavors. Simon -- the owner of the brewery, and the other staff member working that day were both very friendly and knowledgeable about all the beers. The space itself is perfect for large groups. It's a real shame the brewery will no longer be around. Albany is really losing out on an incredible business.

Match Point is such a brewery gem. Simon, one of the owners, was working when I came in with my pup…read moreand was such a pleasure to speak with. I had a great time sampling the Mandarin Ale, Jasmine Lager, Vietnamese Coffee lager, season Plum, Hojicha Cream Ale, and Masala Chai Ale. I loved how fragrant and refreshing the beers were. It's also nice that it is attached to 310 Eatery , which has a variety of American and Asian dishes to enjoy with the beers. My favorite beers were definitely the Jasmine lager, Vietnamese coffee lager and hojicha cream ale. Sad they'll be closing on July 26, but glad there beers will be available at select locations in the area.

First this place is a five star dive bar! Love the service I got from Wavy Dre! His service and…read morehospitality was completely genuine! My first time in Berkeley and will be back... TOMORROW :) Thank you! -Bjaxxx

Saturday I went out to have a drink with my man and my total was $26. I did NOT leave a tip on the…read morereceipt because I gave a cash tip instead. The next day I get a notification that my transaction was UPDATED and $4 more was added. I called and asked to speak to a manager, of course one wasn't available. The bartender said he was the one working that night, but suddenly he "doesn't handle transactions". He said a manager would call me back and nobody ever did. So now I'm returning in person because that charge was NOT authorized. I don't care how little the amount is. You do NOT add money to someone's card without their permission. That is wrong and shady. If you come here, WATCH YOUR BANK STATEMENTS and KEEP YOUR RECEIPTS because clearly they feel comfortable adding extra charges after you leave.

Strolling through Solano Ave, our group stopped here for a drink and to chill. Located at the…read morecorner of Solano Ave and San Pablo, Best Friends is a cozy wine bar where you can have a drink at the bar or at one of the bar tables and tables. Their logo on their sign is a dog drinking from wine glass. Yes, they are a dog friendly shop and several customers had their dogs including our friend. Their wine offerings consist of international wines and wines from local small wineries. They also had two craft beers and some light bites. The wine pourer was helpful and answered questions about the wines and gave samples for you to try before ordering. We also ordered marinated olives and Marcona almonds to have with our drinks. Nice place to relax and to have a glass of wine, beer or non-alcoholic offerings where you an bring man's best friend.

Don't ever go to a pop up here…read more While customers, (who paid a lot of money) waited HOURS for food, the staff and owners stuffed themselves. If customers are waiting an hour for a course, the staff/ owners should not eat that course RIGHT IN FRONT of them. Other staff were also seen eating in the back while customers sat there with nothing. Outrageous disregard for customers.