We were genuinely shocked--in the best way--by how good the pizza and salad were! Going in with rock-bottom expectations (hotel restaurant + a meh 3.5-star rating), we braced for mediocrity, but everything was surprisingly delicious. The one epic fail? That 'purple ube' drink. Spoiler: it was zero percent purple--more like murky brown-green swamp water that tasted absolutely nothing like ube. Total flavor betrayal. They kindly remade it, but round two was equally tragic. Pro tip for the kitchen: grab some real organic ube powder off Amazon--it's foolproof and turns out a vibrant, legit ube drink every time. Aside from that, we'd totally come back! read more

Sigh... not much on the vegetarian menu. Kids can have macaroni and cheese. If only I could have had macaroni and cheese. I chose the Risotto. It was horrible. From the first bite, it was not pleasant. Weird flavor like lemon permeated but no other seasoning. Few vegetables. Never saw any sun-dried tomatoes, just regular cherry tomatoes. Few artichokes, a few mushrooms, and no spinach. Sounds like they have changed the recipe. I've had two meals there now that were not pleasant. Not cheap either. Ho, ho, ho, Merry Christmas. read more

View is amazing!!! Food and service are just okay. I had the mimosa flight - not worth it. Couldn't taste the champagne- just the puree of fruits...too sweet. read more

Food is great. Ambiance is spectacular! And the server during this visit, Roger was simply the best spirit ever to have host our table, especially after a long day of saving lives! I love love love this place!!! From Shun is read more

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The tofu scramble was honestly the worst dish I've ever had. It had absolutely no flavor--just plain tofu with a side of ketchup. I tried adding pepper and more ketchup to make it edible, but imagine nearly raw tofu with nothing but ketchup; it was impossible to continue eating. I even asked for soy sauce, but they didn't have any.When the server checked in, I had to admit I couldn't eat it. The taste was terrible. On top of that, there were no gluten-free options for breakfast. This place isn't allergy-friendly and the food lacks any flavor. I definitely wouldn't come back. read more

My husband and I went on a Saturday afternoon. It wasn't busy, which was nice. Our server was so nice (Jian). Super sweet and accommodating to our substitutes,10/10. This is right by the water. If it wasn't chilly out today, I'd def sit outside as the view is of sf skyline. The food was just average for brunch 7/10. I'd like to come back for lunch/ dinner one day. Thanks for having us. read more

The Berkeley Boathouse - French toast - Seafood Near Me - Berkeley, California

We were sitting down having breakfast when the waiter brought the bill. Despite the good quality of the breakfast, the waiter's behavior was unprofessional. He didn't let us enjoy our breakfast and constantly made us feel uncomfortable with his presence, as if we needed to finish quickly and leave. Furthermore, he brought the bill before we finished our meal, insisting that we settle the bill. We had just mentioned that we wanted to order some hot drinks, and even once our drinks hadn't been finished yet, he brought the bill again. Since I wanted to pay with Apple Pay, I had to leave my breakfast table and go inside the restaurant to settle the bill. When I returned, both my tea and coffee had gone cold. read more

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Definitely not worth eating here if you have a choice. The ambiance is nice enough and the service was satisfactory but the experience was more than underwhelming. We ordered the oxtail ragu, scallop fettuccini Alfredo, and kids chicken and French fries for mains. We also ordered the Tamarindo Margarita and Aperol spritz. I will say I have had a better margarita from dive bars and the aperol spritz was toward the bottom of the scale. The oxtail ragu was clearly left in the microwave for too long and came out so hot it burned my mouth. The oxtail was also very overcooked and also contained smaller pieces with the bone still included which nearly broke my tooth. The scallops were inconsistently cooked and average. The one highlight was the kids chicken strips and fries as it passed the kid test with flying colors. I would also note that originally I was going to rate a 3/5 because both the server and manager checked on us and were made aware of the bone situation in the ragu and the manager offered to take the meal off the bill which we were satisfied with, but when the server came with the bill the meal had only been discounted 20%. Ultimately the took the meal off the bill but only after an additional conversation. It probably doesn't help that when we showed up for our reservation and requested outdoor seating we were told that there were lots of reservations and they could not accommodate, but the restaurant was very empty and stayed that way for the duration of our meal. read more

Service was very good here and they accommodated a slight change in our reservation. (We went from 6 people to 7 people) Unfortunately this meant we had to sit in the mezzanine away from the windows so it ended up feeling like we were at a conference cafeteria lunch in an old hotel instead of being by the windows, seeing the water and enjoying some natural light. It was a family reunion of sorts so that was disappointing to me since I wanted someplace nice. Service was very attentive and friendly but I didn't do a great job of studying the menu as it wasn't very extensive (fish and chips, burgers, brunch items etc). It's great for a hotel restaurant but missed the mark for what I thought would be a bit more memorable. Instead I'll be remembered as the cousin that took her relatives from Shanghai to a hotel restaurant. read more

I'm giving stars for the exceptional service and one for the beautiful view. Can't say much for the food, since for the cost it was sub-standard. I wish there were other eateries close by since both dinner, then breakfast here, were below expectations. Both times my servers were super nice though, so kudos to them! read more

3 out of 4 toilets did not work. Won't be coming back. Food was average. Way overpriced.

Expensive with no value added. Food is average. serviceis average. seating outside is uncomfortable. Rest Rooms are out of order. Parking is confusing. Restaurant is located way in the back and had to get to. A horrible experience. read more

The ate super sweet and loving staff! I had my birthday brunch there and we were running behind , they let us stay and eat and even sang happy birthday it was the best experience ever (: read more

Past experiences have been better. But this trip. It was comical to be given the birthday treat at the end, but to have my Cesar salad brought as a side salad on thee smallest plate. Not to mention $12 shrimp added to it meant 5 tiny shrimp on an even smaller plate. And then there's breakfast.... Order taken mentally, everyone's order mostly wrong, cold and prepared with minimal effort. Not sure if they've had changes since the last time we were there. But the hotel is great. Just choose to venture out for food. Trust me. It's not worth the ambiance. read more

The Berkeley Boathouse - Berkeley Sunset at the Boathouse. - Seafood Near Me - Berkeley, California

I can't believe it's my first time eating here. I used to bike around the marina loop all the time and would always pass this spot. It has such an awesome view of the Berkeley Marina and the bay. We chose to have brunch on the outdoor patio, which has glass dividers that block the wind as well as umbrellas/heaters. Very modern inside and with huge windows...it's a lovely space. The brunch itself was solid. Prices are a little high but are to be expected as it's part of the Hilton hotel + has waterfront views. Service was friendly and the waterfront trail is right out front, so we took a quick stroll after towards the bay. You can park on the street or park inside the hotel lot (they will comp you). read more

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Staying here at the Doubletree and decided to try the Boathouse for dinner. The restaurant is clean and offer a selective menu. There's an indoor and outdoor seating and views of the marina. We experienced amazing customer service that made the experience that much better. I chose the beat salad and chicken sandwich which was delicious. The chicken was tender and flavorful. The meal was reasonably priced considering the area. read more

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Food is not great and not as described. Service also not great and it smells terrible in the bar area. Good for a drink at the bar since there are TVs but be prepared to wait at least 10 minutes for service for a bartender that'll walk away before you can finish ordering. read more

Great spot and the only option of you are staying at the hotel. Service is absolutely amazing, the prices are definitely high for the food and food quality. It's the only reason I give it 4/5 stars. read more

Amazing food and amazing service! I ordered the cioppino and the size was big enough for two. The location was a little confusing but the view was so pretty. read more

We love this location. It is gorgeous. We were told that the restaurant was going to be full and our initial party of 18 would have to be split up even though I said we would need to speak to the group as a whole. I was also told the checks could not be split, so I asked everyone to bring cash. When we got there, we were able to put our group together (two tables side by side) and we were also able to separate the checks. I am unsure why I was told one thing the day before then told another when we arrived. I like clear communication. The food and service today were just okay :( I feel like I paid too much money for a basic tasting meal, at least the company was good. The food was basic and not hot when presented. A few orders were missed entirely causing much longer wait times for some to eat. Also, service was slower than anticipated though the restaurant was not crowded. The servers were kind. We just didn't know what the hold ups in getting food was. We didn't appreciate the server who turned the firepit on. We went over to sit by it before leaving. That was a nice touch. We brought a group of friends here in hopes they would like it enough to return. Most said they will think about trying it again. read more

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Food was great. Our server was a little slow and had to wait for drink order and appetizers. You cant say that they were busy at the time.

Fried chicken breast sandwich is just a chicken strip on a bun, smaller than the tomato's. They brought my soup/appetizer at the same time as my entree. This place is just so so and I imagine stays in business by being the hotel restaurant. I have ate multiple breakfasts and multiple dinners during my 16 day stay and must say This restaurant was very disappointing, the setting is beautiful so that is the one plus. The waitress and manager were both great too, which made this review so difficult. I gave one star for the staff and one for the setting. read more

The Berkeley Boathouse - Fried Chicken Sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Berkeley, California

I stayed at the Double Tree hotel for work and this gem was inside the hotel. Great staff and everyone was so kind, constantly made sure i was taken care of. I ordered the calamari as an appetizer and it was AMAZING! Most calamari are either under cooked or over cooked with a fishy smell but these babies were just right! i was so impressed. For my entree i got the fish and chips, again, everything was so fresh. The fish didnt have any odor and the fries were great! overall 11/10! HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

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My wife met a friend for afternoon tea two days ago at the Boathouse. Very nice new poorly trained waitress. Came time for the bill, my wife was given the bill for another table, more expensive of course. She pointed this out. Waitress promised to fix and also then charged for the correct amount. The original wrong bill has since tripled on my wife's credit card. This place is in chaos and poorly managed. This is a management failure not a liine employee failure. Avoid until service management improves. read more

Food and service are both top notch Our waiter was attentive and amusing The Ox tail Pappardelle was delicious! Hamburger was good - the bottom bun was a bit soggy but otherwise done well Definitely recommend read more

Food, service and ambience are the best! The Marina is lovely and peaceful. Sometimes, however, food isn't hot enough temperature wise, but, they correct it. The Berkeley Boathouse has very professional, personable and helpful wait staff. I particularly enjoy Darw. I think I'm misspelling her name, but kudos to her! read more

[Thought I'd posted this at the time, but apparently not] Back at the end of May, I dropped into the Berkeley Boathouse; it's a beloved occasional splurge, a rare spot on the water with fun noshes and beverages and usually lovely staff. It was crowded, with no one at the host stand. I waited a few minutes until a server recognized and very kindly greeted me, then started leading me outside, where she knows I always sit (it was chilly and almost no one else was out there). All of a sudden, finally, the host (first name starts with D? Maybe Dj?) appeared and loudly rebuked the server with an accusatory "What are you doing?!" - in full view and hearing of myself and other guests. The server carefully explained that she was showing me to an outside (not inside) seat, at which the host dismissively said, "Oh, ok - do what you want," and turned her back. I was stunned by her rudeness (to both the server and myself) and inexplicable anger, by the explicit public shaming, when the server did everything right (and professionally), and should be lauded for same. (She's always been wonderful, and is one of the reasons I keep returning.) Ever since this incident I've avoided the Boathouse, though I really want to support its employees (including a different, delightful host on my previous visit). Gratuitously treating people under your management (if that's the case) like this is unforgivable. Power-tripping is not an asset. It also became clear that the host's approach to men is radically different and much more respectful, from customers at the bar to other employees. There's a lot to unpack here, with great need for basic training and human socialization. Or a change in job. read more

The Berkeley boathouse (at the DoubleTree) breakfast is worth checking out. They have a wonderful menu and their meals are consistently on point. Beyond that the service is friendly and efficient even when they are busy. Once you enjoy your meal, the views of the Berkeley Marina and the bay are amazing. You won't be disappointed. read more

Wifes meal brought out 10 minutes before mine. The my steak over cooked sent back than under cooked. $200 meal was lousy.

We drove down last year for their special Christmas menu and despite a delayed wait til they finally opened the restaurant, the food and ambiance was pretty good. we wanted to give them a 2nd chance this Christmas and booked our reservation for 12:30 this year since they opened earlier. As we sat down, we learned they're only serving brunch to our dismay. Our wait staff had no clue about a Christmas menu. No where on the website does it say what hours the "christmas special" is served or that its apparently a dinner only menu. This shouldve been made clear on the site as there were other guests also inquiring. The brunch menu was your typical/basic brunch - not even a few Christmasy items to choose from. The Christmas special menu should've been available starting after noon. Don't think we'll be back again next year - this place seems a bit disorganized in general. read more

This was my first time at the Boathouse. They hosted a "sip with a specialist" whisky event I attended. The whiskey event was delectable. The small bites from Doubletree's very own Executive Chef Matthew Thomas was superb. There wasn't a single plate I did not enjoy. Every plate paired well with the whiskeys being tasted. The Berkeley Boathouse is a great place to host such events and gatherings. The staff was amazing and attentive. It's located inside the Doubletree Hotel. Free to park outside instead of in the hotel lot. The ambiance was modern, romantic, and beautiful. There are lots of seating at the bar and outside dining as well. Will definitely be back to enjoy what the restaurant has to offer! read more

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Really liked this place. Had great views on the outside and a warm fire at night. I loved the flatbread pizza and Brussel sprouts the most !! I didn't give 5 stars because I didn't care for the crab and shrimp roll and we tried ordering 2 more items from the menu but we were informed they had run out of something or didn't have a certain ingredient to make what we wanted at the moment. Not a night ruined but we wanted to try some dessert and out of 4 options they only had 2 available. I would go here again though! Pro tip, park across the street and don't pay in the hotel lot. read more

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This place is really nice! They could have a lot of attraction if they had better food. The ambiance however is top notch. The outdoor set up is really nice with having a ton of seating, fireplaces every where, outdoor heaters... I mean it is a whole vibe! Inside is pretty big as well. We sat inside for drinks and dinner. I ordered their white wine flight which came with 3 glasses. The drinks were really good and light. For food I had a burger and fries. The burger was ok but the fries were really, really good. I kept eating them even though I was full lol. I had a taste for something different (seafood) considering we were at the Berkeley marina. One thing about me is I will always find something to eat regardless. Overall I am coming back for the scene, wine and fries for sure! They're located inside the hotel towards the back. read more

The Berkeley Boathouse - Wine flight (whites) - Seafood Near Me - Berkeley, California

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First time for everything right? Friday was a beautiful day at a roaring 91 degrees! The setting of the restaurant was wonderful. I arrived early thinking this place would be super crowded on a Friday... but it wasn't which was great! Made my way through the back entrances where outdoor seating was available and found a nice partially shaded table towards the back where I could still see the beautiful view of the water also to add its fleet week! So the jets were putting on a mini show before the big one! Greeted by a hostesses that had an attitude and was told that we had to wait in the front of the restaurant to be seated. Interesting because there was no sign that gave that directives in the back of the outdoor seating area. Walked through the restaurant to wait at empty hostess booth to have to walk right back outside and was told that the restaurant had "a lot" of reservations booked and outdoor seating was limited. Once I was seated I checked to see how booked they were... only reservations that was taken was at 3:30 pm everything else was open.... So I was then confused as to what was the young lady problem? I did notice there were " reserved" signs on 2 tables in the outdoor seating area. With all that being said 3-4 parties came in w/o a reservation and was given other options to sit at the so called booked tables and I felt like that was very unfair as a first time customer. I had a drink Jewel On The Bay and it was wonderful and my waitress was extremely happy and made me laugh! But unfortunately the hostess ruined my fist time experience, I won't be coming back if I have to be greeted by someone who's not in the mood or has an attitude and tries to cover it with a fake smile! read more

The Berkeley Boathouse - Jewel on the bay - Seafood Near Me - Berkeley, California

We stayed here over the weekend for our elopement I'm San Francisco and had our small wedding party lunch here. It was so last minute and about 8 of us. I knew it would be hard to find a place to accommodate that many people so we went to this restaurant on the hotel grounds. It was so convenient to have just right there and the vibes were soo chill and calm. We had lunch here and hung out at their fire pit. The next morning I had breakfast here again. I would recommend the dinner menu. I ordered a salmon bagel for breakfast and it was a build your own situation which I wasn't a fan of. Everything else was so nice and dog friendly! read more

More so 4.5, we did a reservation through OpenTable and were running a little behind. Tried to call the restaurant and unfortunately no way to reach them. Luckily we were within the 15 min grace period. Parking was a little harder ( there is was easy paid parking) but in fairness there was a huge wedding going on. We quickly got seated and love when restaurants can honor requests if you ask. We decided to order some shareables and one entree since the menu looked great - and we were so glad we did. The cocktails came first and I love the Ubelicious - mad at myself for not getting a second one. Ambiance was great with the views and live music. We also tried out the two to tamarindo, some local beers and the stubborn old mule. All great as well. Food came in shortly after. Honestly each item had something to rave about and great portions. Just bummed they charged us $2 for 2 slices of bread ( in photo below ) that felt a little ripping off. The wings didn't disappoint as they had lots of flavor to offer, the mussels made up for not having oysters ( they should really have oysters ) great artichoke and the tartar was okay nothing to rave about but still good. Lastly came out our oxtail linguine and that too was amazing. The food was a good amount and we even had some leftover. Overall great place, would come back again, amazing views and good service. The check made sense other than the $2 charged for bread. We later made our way to the bar and also had a good time there. read more

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The Berkeley Boathouse is in the Doubletree. Most of the restaurant has glass walls to display the Alameda. Both inside and outside are bright and airy. The modern appearance works well for the restaurant. This is a great place for appetizers and cocktails. I suspect many meetings and deals are signed on the patio. Our curry mussels appetizer stole the show. With limited entreés we chose to do mostly appetizers. We had a cheese board and curry mussels to start. For entreé we ordered a side grilled salmon and asparagus and side fries.: By the time we left the restaurant was starting to fill up. All staff was attentive and pleasant. We had a mis-step with the "French fries" that the team solved. Parking is interesting. The paid lot is apparently $16. We found street parking near the hotel. Be advised that Google Maps will take you to another "Berkeley Boathouse" about a half a mile away that is clearly not a restaurant. When we called the restaurant we ended up in an automated attendant so we almost cancelled the reservation. Fortunately the map in Yelp was correct. read more

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My friends and I were looking for a nice place for brunch when this restaurant popped up in the area. The restaurant is within the double tree hotel. There is parking in the street, but you can also have your parking ticket validated if you tell the valet that you're going to eat at the restaurant. I really enjoyed the view while we were eating, it was beautiful with the view of the boats and the water. I would say that there was a lack of customer service. The waitress was no where to be found when we needed something multiple times. It was also really cold in the restaurant. Other than that, the food was yummy. read more

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Awful service. Food was cold, server was nowhere to be found. Had to ask twice for missing items, which didn't come until we were done with the meal. We complained but they didn't ask if we wanted to speak with a manager, and didn't offer a discount. On top of that, their credit card machine wasn't working and they said it would take 10-15 min to run the charge if we couldn't pay in cash. Only gave 2 stars because burger was good and it's a pretty location. read more

Absolutely wonderful! Had an amazing view of the boats and the service was incredible. Went here for my birthday with no reservation and it was not too busy at all. Even when more people started to come in the staff would refill our waters multiple times and make sure we were happy. I got a free slice of cheesecake set with a candle and the food was great. Fair pricing as well got a place of chicken tenders and fries for $14. read more

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