Tucked in the industrial section of Cutting Blvd, the backyard is worth a weekend stop. From the…read moregravelled parking lot to the old sofas, live music, and a food trailer on what was once an abandoned lot, I loved this family- and dog-friendly spot. There are even games in the yard. A real surprise was the food. I had the avocado toast it was tasty, I would order it again. When I tasted the beef Philly I was ready to order one to go, but they had sold out. The rest of my friends had burgers, the vegetarian had fries, even the dog had a pup patty, and everyone enjoyed the food The music was almost too loud; however, because the stage is outside, it was not too uncomfortable. We heard two different bands. The loud music did make it hard to have a conversation. A word of warning that does not affect my rating: bees and yellow jackets are everywhere. There is nothing that the Backyard can do to keep these pests out of the yard.

First time coming here, it was soooooo good. My boyfriend got the Marina Bay Burger was soooo good…read moreit was just juicy enough and the grilled onions were cooked to perfection. While I got the Keller Beach Chicken Burger was also so good the chicken in other places is usually pretty dry but here it was just as juicy with all fresh veggies to go with it was amazing. Also we had our two dogs with us today the fact that they sell patties for dogs was a nice surprise our dogs enjoyed a quick snack with us. While yes there are no indoor seatings there are some outdoor seating with shade for a nice sunny day, listening to live music watching some others dance. It was a relaxing area to have as a hangout either by yourself, your partner or even as a group. I truly loved going to this place and definitely coming back!

Good food options. Very friendly staff…read more I especially enjoy the outside seating and Marina view. Pet friendly.

For years I would pass Anh whenever I'd run at the Richmond Marina, but only recently did I get the…read morechance to try the food and drinks here! A mentor of mines took me out to dinner here in celebration of my recent graduation and a farewell for my time away overseas for a months. The restaurant was spacious and of course had a cute little view of the marina and bay right outside. Dinner time on a weekday was nice and convenient, and the staff were super chill and patient as we took time to scan the menu and decide what we wanted. We ordered the following: - Shaking chicken: 4.5/5 - this was so flavorful and such a good protein dish! - Spring rolls: 4/5 - Clean and healthy; the sauce made it sooo good. - Fish cakes: 4/5 - they were yummy and good complement to the other dishes we had considering that we tried to balance out our nutritional options. - Spiked Vietnamese coffee: 5/5! I love Vietnamese coffee already but getting to experience an alcohol-based version was solid with this dinner. It was strong with a rich coffee flavor. Something I'd like to emphasize is that these dishes (in my opinion) are ideal for sharing. I ended up taking a lot of the food home because between us two, it was rough eating everything in one go. I can see Anh being a popular place to celebrate as well as a good place for a date! I'd definitely love to come back in the near future.

What a charming place. I've been here a few times now and it's one of my favorite spots when I'm in…read moreAlbany/Berkeley. Perfect to relax and converse over good wine selection and tasty bites. Pups are welcome! Grab a book or a friend, bring your pup and enjoy!

Ambiance was good, but it's tiny. Service was fair, guests on the patio do not seem to get as much…read moreattention. The food was horrible. It did not taste Brazilian in the least, and it did not taste good. Wish I had read the description as the advertisement is focused on wine bar and not a restaurant or food. That being said, if you wanna high price glass of wine go for it, but I would not recommend eating there. It is very pricey as well.

Great service. Varied wine selection. Nice vibe. And our dog dug the hell out of it. We'll be back!read more

I love the vibe here. It's very open, warm and bright. A nice contrast to the busy traffic on…read moreSolano and San Pablo. I'm not a wine expert. I like it and I drink it. If you're a wine expert, my guess is you'll enjoy the unique selection. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable.

This place has such a cool vibe! It feels like you've walked into someone's house. There is tons of…read moreart and retro stuff on the walls. Home alone was playing on multiple screens when I went. Vinyl playing on turntables and a high quality charcuterie board.

I'm not often in the area but have been back to Banter a couple more times, including most recently…read morea couple of weeks ago. I have since learned that the online shop is just for pick up and shipping and that those bottles aren't necessarily in the wine bar itself so if you're looking to pick up something from the online store to drink in the wine bar, be sure to arrange that in advance (I'd suggest as early as possible) so they can have the wine brought to the wine bar and chill it if necessary so it's the proper serving temperature for you to drink in-house. I'm absolutely blown away by the wines they have on offer and the prices at which they're able to offer them. This is easily one of the best places to pick up higher end French wines for pretty competitive, if not the lowest prices in the area. They have cheese and charcuterie available and make a pretty good jambon beurre. From time to time, they'll host popups from local chefs and they will take over the food - we had some really delicious halibut crudo and duck confit, which paired nicely with our wines! Lastly, they host a ton of really great events. I randomly stopped in one night and it was a completely packed house for trivia night. I wasn't able to stay long, but it was awesome to feel the energy of the place. Even when it's quieter, I love the vibe with vinyl playing and old VHS tapes playing - very nostalgic!

Thank you Dolly's for preparing the delicious lunch for the staff. The food was top-notch and the…read morebest Italian food in town.

They are so kind and wonderful here! I hosted my birthday party at Dolly's and am so glad that I…read moredid. It is a really cozy spot and Dolly and her partner took great care of us. I've also visited a few times for a date night or a drink with friends. Foodwise, I'm a fan of the salad with shrimp and the meatballs. For my birthday party we ordered a cheeseboard and a platter of desserts for the group to share and all were delicious.

Book Society is such a great little spot in Berkeley. I've been a few times now, and it's easily…read moreone of my favorite places when I want to browse books and relax for a bit. The owners are super nice and genuinely helpful, and the whole place feels welcoming the second you walk in. The book selection is also really solid. I always end up finding something (often have to reign myself in), especially in the thriller section, but they also have classics mixed in, too, which I love. One of my favorite parts is that you can actually sit and read while having a glass of wine. The wine selection is really fun, and they have some unique varietals that you don't see everywhere, which makes it even better. I also love that they do book and wine pairings each month. It's such a cool idea and makes it feel like there's always something new to check out. You can also join their book club, which includes a new book and a paired bottle of wine. Also, you need one of their bags. Trust me. If you love books and want a cozy little place to hang out, I definitely recommend stopping in.

I live in Manhattan and wish it had a place like this. The two owners are so nice and not…read moreex-manhattan! This is a must-come for wine and a nice vibe in Berkeley!

Tasty and fun champagne flight. Excellent service at the bar. Relaxed atmosphere and dog-friendly…read moreinside and out.

Great wine bar - down-to-earth, comfortable vibe vibe while being in the center of downtown…read moreTiburon. Good selection of wines and beers and snacks. We had the Chardonnay, cider, and a tinned fish plate - all delicious. The prices are high though - our total came out to $60

"You telling me that wine is better than Pepsi? Huh, no way wine is better than Pepsi." - George…read moreCostanza, Seinfeld da Scene: Yelped them for pre-dinner spot. Kinda hidden on a corner right off University & 5th; make the right onto 6th & scoot around to park on 5th or University. They buzz you in, best to make a res., but seems like walk-ins are ok. Very modern, yet welcoming feel, tables spaced well for intimate encounters and a bar with Hightop seating. da Grub & Libation: I had res. for a buddy & I and belly up to the bar; they offered a table, but we're bar flies by nature. Very diverse wines by the glass & bottle so we had 4 different glasses w/ a modest charcuterie plate. da Service: Excellent, warm, friendly and genuinely so. I look forward to my next visit, whether it's for a contemplative glass in solitude or with the wife on a pre-dinner excursion. Hidden Gem, find them and enjoy!

Amazing place. Very comfy, elegant, and the owner is an amazing person that understands a lot about…read morewine and has amazing recommendations. You definitely need to come and have a good end of the day relaxing with good wine.

My friend Melissa introduced me to Rigger's Loft, a wine collective located in the shipyard of…read morePoint Potrero in Richmond, CA. R&B cellars is one of the wineries that makes their wine at Rigger's Loft. The view of the city from this place is amazing, so check this place out if you want to relax outside and enjoy a glass of wine. Staff is really nice and friendly, they also know their wine and can recommend a glass or bottle based on your preferences. I bought a Groupon for two wine tastings and tour at R&B cellars and brought my fiancé. We loved it so much, I decided to join their Wine Club. I get a free tasting of glass for myself and a guest every time we go. Rigger's Loft has lots of weekly events including live music, food trucks, bbq's, firework shows, trivia night, oyster Sundays, paint and sip, happy hour, etc. It's a fun place for an event and we love how there is always something new going on.

Just visited this place. Very nice views of the bay and love music. Though the wine bottle that we…read morepicked was terrible. Not sure whether is was corked or just terrible by itself. Wichira Zinfandel. Please don't pick this!!! Ruins your experience. Food was not that great but edible given this is not a restaurant.