A Bakery Divided
Reem’s California mixes bread and politics in Oakland’s Fruitvale district.
The Benefit of the Doubt
Cuisine traditions converge nicely at the stunning Fourth Street newcomer Pompette, but the restaurant’s service is still finding its footing.
Heavenly Bites
La Capilla dishes up lovely Mexican cuisine in a serene setting in West Berkeley.
Inca-Oriented Fusion
Pisco, plantains, and other Peruviana star at Paradita Eatery.
Behind the Noren Curtain
Cuteness, ramen, and udon reign at Yuzu Ramen & Broffee.
Oakland’s (Still) Got Soul
Lady Esther’s brings Southern comfort food with history to downtown.
Suds Meet Bunzas
Dora’s, a Berkeley biergarten, puts beers, pies, and sandwiches front and center.
Fast-Casual for Grown-Ups
Tender Greens brings a heartier, grown-up eco-conscious dining option to downtown Berkeley.
In the Best Hands
The storied legacy lives on at The Wolf with the Woods in charge.
Classic Comfort Food
The Gastropig’s #BaconSlut seduces Uptown.
