Northbrae & Westbrae of Bekelery Guidebook

Angela And Kevin
Angela And Kevin
Northbrae & Westbrae of Bekelery Guidebook

Food scene

Neighborhood hang outs and local favorites!
Best produce in town, full grocery, plus all the sundries you may need for your stay in Northbrae
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Monterey Market
1550 Hopkins St
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Best produce in town, full grocery, plus all the sundries you may need for your stay in Northbrae
Neighborhood spot for specialty coffee drinks, breakfast burritos, bagel combos, pasta salads, or Italian sodas. More on the menu to explore and outdoor seating in a calm setting.
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Espresso Roma Cafe
1549 Hopkins St
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Neighborhood spot for specialty coffee drinks, breakfast burritos, bagel combos, pasta salads, or Italian sodas. More on the menu to explore and outdoor seating in a calm setting.
Delicious and fresh New York style pizza served daily by the slice or call ahead to order a full pizza. Set variety of up to 3 popular combos a day, plus there’s always cheese or pepperoni served!
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Gioia Pizzeria
1586 Hopkins St
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Delicious and fresh New York style pizza served daily by the slice or call ahead to order a full pizza. Set variety of up to 3 popular combos a day, plus there’s always cheese or pepperoni served!
Sushi bar a block away serving up fresh rolls and an extended menu of other popular Japanese dishes. Dine in or take out
Kyoto Sushi & Bar
1580 Hopkins Street
Sushi bar a block away serving up fresh rolls and an extended menu of other popular Japanese dishes. Dine in or take out
Pick from pastries made fresh every morning and grab a smoothie from the Odwalla case, and breakfast is served! Come back for lunch to try their delicious English pastries, drop in anytime for a variety of yummy cookies made fresh from scratch, or pick up a decadent cake or tart for your special occasion! They also make excellent French baguettes, loaves and rolls.
Hopkins Street Bakery
1584 Hopkins St
Pick from pastries made fresh every morning and grab a smoothie from the Odwalla case, and breakfast is served! Come back for lunch to try their delicious English pastries, drop in anytime for a variety of yummy cookies made fresh from scratch, or pick up a decadent cake or tart for your special occasion! They also make excellent French baguettes, loaves and rolls.
Full meat counter, also make great deli sandwiches! Other ready made meal sides are also delicious. Specialize in locally sourced and sustainable meat supplies. Shelves supply several basics for cooking meat centered recipes. Also small candy rack, section of chips and refrigerated specialty non alcoholic drinks/sodas.
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Magnani Poultry
1576 Hopkins St
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Full meat counter, also make great deli sandwiches! Other ready made meal sides are also delicious. Specialize in locally sourced and sustainable meat supplies. Shelves supply several basics for cooking meat centered recipes. Also small candy rack, section of chips and refrigerated specialty non alcoholic drinks/sodas.
Sustainably sourced, super fresh in season catches. Crab season always brings a long waiting line to this notorious local favorite!
Monterey Fish Market
Sustainably sourced, super fresh in season catches. Crab season always brings a long waiting line to this notorious local favorite!
Sample table on the weekends, extensive selection of cheeses, olives, chocolates, coffee beans and teas. Hard to find and unusual treats from around the world. For a small shop it holds a world of sweet and savory to explore!
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Raxakoul Coffee & Cheese
1578 Hopkins St
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Sample table on the weekends, extensive selection of cheeses, olives, chocolates, coffee beans and teas. Hard to find and unusual treats from around the world. For a small shop it holds a world of sweet and savory to explore!
Lovely after dinner walk to get desert :)
Fat Scoop Ice Cream
1287 Gilman Street
Lovely after dinner walk to get desert :)
Locally famous chef Mario Vollera’s (Pizzaiolo) rustic sourdough style pizzas are handcrafted with love and feature a combination of high quality Italian cheeses and fresh locally sourced ingredients. This restaurant is a short walk from Briarsong Cottage and a great place for a romantic dinner or a fun spot to meet up with friends. Its lounge-y vibe and full bar lend a relaxed and chic comfort to any gathering. Menu features small bites, salads, rustic artisan pies and carefully curated wine list.
three.one four...a swanky pizza lounge
Locally famous chef Mario Vollera’s (Pizzaiolo) rustic sourdough style pizzas are handcrafted with love and feature a combination of high quality Italian cheeses and fresh locally sourced ingredients. This restaurant is a short walk from Briarsong Cottage and a great place for a romantic dinner or a fun spot to meet up with friends. Its lounge-y vibe and full bar lend a relaxed and chic comfort to any gathering. Menu features small bites, salads, rustic artisan pies and carefully curated wine list.
Family friendly beer garden! Outdoor counter service for local micro brews and Brazilian tapas. Play pit for kids, outdoor fire for adults, and a running stream make this a must visit meal stop for everyone.
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Westbrae Biergarten
1280 Gilman St
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Family friendly beer garden! Outdoor counter service for local micro brews and Brazilian tapas. Play pit for kids, outdoor fire for adults, and a running stream make this a must visit meal stop for everyone.
Vegan bakery and large tea assortment alongside specialty coffee drinks. Neighborhood favorite!
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Coffee Conscious
1312 Gilman St
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Vegan bakery and large tea assortment alongside specialty coffee drinks. Neighborhood favorite!
Age old favorite for bagels in Berkeley! Menu of sandwiches as well.
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Berkeley Bagels
1281 Gilman St
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Age old favorite for bagels in Berkeley! Menu of sandwiches as well.
Newer to the neighborhood but quickly gathering a local following. Super fresh and good prices!
Thai Corner
1277-1279 Gilman St
Newer to the neighborhood but quickly gathering a local following. Super fresh and good prices!
Super fresh Sushi take out, popular with the locals
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Kiku Sushi
1316 Gilman St
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Super fresh Sushi take out, popular with the locals

Nearby Nature

About Tilden Park One of the District's three oldest parks, Tilden has been called the jewel of the system, and its recreational activities have become a happy tradition for generations of East Bay youngsters. From a carousel ride and a picnic to a swim at Lake Anza and a stroll through the Botanic Garden, Tilden has variety to delight everyone. Yet there are plenty of quiet places in Tilden's 2,079 acres to shelter the wildlife and preserve natural beauty. Tilden was named for Charles Lee Tilden, first president of the Park District Board of Directors. The park is reached via Canon Drive, Shasta Road, or South Park Drive, all off Grizzly Peak Boulevard in Berkeley. More info here: https://www.ebparks.org/parks/tilden/default.htm
Tilden Path
Tilden Path
Beautiful, Peaceful and quite, this botanical garden displays native plants not only of California, but other regions of the world as well, such as Africa, Asia, the Mediterranean and more! They have an arid greenhouse as well as one dedicated to carnivorous and orchid varieties. Secluded redwood grove is accessible during operating hours, a perfect picnic setting!
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Centennial Drive:UC Botanical Garden station
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Beautiful, Peaceful and quite, this botanical garden displays native plants not only of California, but other regions of the world as well, such as Africa, Asia, the Mediterranean and more! They have an arid greenhouse as well as one dedicated to carnivorous and orchid varieties. Secluded redwood grove is accessible during operating hours, a perfect picnic setting!
Popular local’s spot to take in the sun as it dips behind the Golden Gate Bridge, creating iconic sunset memories and photos. Watch the dogs play and the wind surfer’s zip by as you enjoy one of the best views of the San Francisco Bay.
Albany Beach
Buchanan Street
Popular local’s spot to take in the sun as it dips behind the Golden Gate Bridge, creating iconic sunset memories and photos. Watch the dogs play and the wind surfer’s zip by as you enjoy one of the best views of the San Francisco Bay.

Sightseeing

Infamous local nursery showcasing rare finds for the garden. Take a slow stroll through the gorgeous displays and find inspiration in being surrounded by amazing gifts of nature. Great place to find gifts also!
Berkeley Horticultural Nursery
1310 McGee Ave
Infamous local nursery showcasing rare finds for the garden. Take a slow stroll through the gorgeous displays and find inspiration in being surrounded by amazing gifts of nature. Great place to find gifts also!
North Berkeley BART stop is just blocks away and will take you to many Bay Area sights!
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North Berkeley Station
1750 Sacramento St
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North Berkeley BART stop is just blocks away and will take you to many Bay Area sights!

Other Neighborhood Amenities

More recommendations for helpful services during your stay
For longer stays, Hopkins Laundrette offers a wash & fold next day service
Hopkins Launderette
1541 Hopkins St
For longer stays, Hopkins Laundrette offers a wash & fold next day service
Public library housed in a historic building designed by Julia Morgan
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North Branch Library
1170 The Alameda
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Public library housed in a historic building designed by Julia Morgan
Swim lanes available and family swim held weekly. Access seasonal schedule and make reservations via the City of Berkeley Recreation website (copy & paste): berkeley.ca.gov/community-recreation/parks-recreation/facilities/pools-and-actuation-programs
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King School Park
1700 Hopkins St
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Swim lanes available and family swim held weekly. Access seasonal schedule and make reservations via the City of Berkeley Recreation website (copy & paste): berkeley.ca.gov/community-recreation/parks-recreation/facilities/pools-and-actuation-programs
Open for public use before 9am and after 5:30pm weekdays when school is in session, and weekends. Track open over summer months but the field is usually fenced off for restoration over the summer months.
King Track and Field
1759 Hopkins Street
Open for public use before 9am and after 5:30pm weekdays when school is in session, and weekends. Track open over summer months but the field is usually fenced off for restoration over the summer months.
Family/open swim and lap swim hours daily! Web search “City of Berkeley King Pool” for recreation website to see seasonal schedules and pay admission.
King Pool
Family/open swim and lap swim hours daily! Web search “City of Berkeley King Pool” for recreation website to see seasonal schedules and pay admission.