19 restaurants in Berkeley, editor-picked for sunday dinner. Where to eat a sit-down dinner on sunday. All restaurants in Berkeley.
Comal ★ 4.6
downtown · 2020 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
Hours: Sun-Wed 17:00-21:00; Thu-Sat 17:00-22:00
Michelin Bib Gourmand. Oaxacan-leaning Mexican: three-day mole negro, heirloom tortillas, mezcal cocktails. Fire-pit patio, packed on weeknights.
Ippuku ★ 4.5
downtown · 2130 Center St, Berkeley, CA 94704
Hours: Mon-Thu and Sun 17:00-22:00; Fri-Sat 17:00-23:00
Michelin Bib Gourmand 2026. Binchotan yakitori with heritage chicken, house-ground soba and a shochu list. Counter seating near Downtown Berkeley BART.
Rose Pizzeria ★ 4.5
downtown · 1960 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
Hours: Wed-Sun 12:00-21:00; Mon-Tue closed
Nationally acclaimed. A 22-seat room: vegan dough, nine rotating thin-crust varieties, rose garden patio. Natural wine. Book on Resy; fills fast.
Great China ★ 4.4
downtown · 2190 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
Hours: Mon and Wed-Thu 17:30-20:30; Fri 17:30-21:00; Sat-Sun 11:30-14:30 and 17:00-21:00; Tue closed
Michelin Bib Gourmand 2025. UC Berkeley institution: Peking duck, Double Skin noodle salad, hand-made dumplings and an award-winning wine list.
Gather ★ 4.3
downtown · 2200 Oxford St, Berkeley, CA 94704
Hours: Wed-Fri 11:00-14:00 and 16:00-20:30; Sat-Sun 10:00-14:00 and 16:00-20:30; Mon-Tue closed
Farm-to-table Berkeley anchor since 2009 inside the David Brower Center, the city's greenest building. Weekend brunch is the best entry point.
Funky Elephant ★ 4.3
fourth-street · 1313 Ninth St Suite 120, Berkeley, CA 94710
Hours: Tue-Fri 11:30-14:30 and 17:00-20:30; Sat-Sun 12:00-15:00 and 17:00-20:30; Mon closed
Michelin Guide Thai in an unmarked West Berkeley industrial building. House-made curry pastes, non-tourist menu. Corn fritter and massaman lamb essential.
Bar Panisse ★ 4.3
gourmet-ghetto · 1515 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709
Hours: Daily 17:00-22:00
Opened December 2025 by the Chez Panisse team. Walk-in only, no reservations, open daily. Seasonal small plates and natural wine in the former Cesar space.
Via del Corso ★ 4.2
gourmet-ghetto · 1788 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709
Hours: Tue-Thu and Sun 17:00-21:00; Fri-Sat 17:00-22:00; Mon closed
North Berkeley trattoria: house-made pasta, rotisserie chicken and small Italian producers. Warm, unhurried room that works for both weeknights and occasions.
La Note ★ 4.2
downtown · 2377 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
Hours: Mon-Fri 08:00-14:00; Sat-Sun 08:00-15:00
Provencal breakfast and lunch since 1997. Lemon gingerbread pancakes, house-made preserves and lavender iced tea. Terracotta patio. Berkeley best brunch.
Tane Vegan Izakaya ★ 4.2
downtown · 1956 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
Hours: Sun-Thu 17:00-21:30; Fri-Sat 16:30-22:00
Berkeley 100 percent plant-based Japanese izakaya. Vegan nigiri, mushroom karaage and seasonal small plates. California organic produce. Sister to Shizen SF.
La Marcha ★ 4.2
downtown · 2026 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702
Hours: Mon-Fri 11:00-15:00 and 16:00-22:00; Sat-Sun 10:00-15:00 and 16:00-22:00
Michelin Guide listed Spanish tapas: pintxos, wood-fired paella, serious house-cured charcuterie. Weekend brunch adds Gazpacho Bloody Maria and brunch paella.
Saul's Restaurant and Delicatessen ★ 4.1
gourmet-ghetto · 1475 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709
Hours: Daily 08:00-21:00
Gourmet Ghetto deli since 1986. House-made pastrami, Acme rye bread, smoked fish and matzoh ball soup. California answer to New York Jewish deli. Open daily.
Vik's Chaat ★ 4.1
fourth-street · 2390 4th St, Berkeley, CA 94710
Hours: Tue-Sun 11:00-18:00; Mon closed
Michelin Guide Indian street food counter on Fourth Street. Chaat, dosas, pani puri and rotating thali specials. Next to an Indian grocery. Outdoor tables.
Agrodolce Osteria ★ 4.1
gourmet-ghetto · 1730 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709
Hours: Tue-Sun 17:00-21:00; Mon closed
Sicilian osteria in the Gourmet Ghetto. Arancini, pasta con le sarde, caponata and grilled fish. Less prominent than its neighbors; more loyal regulars.
Angeline's Louisiana Kitchen ★ 4.0
downtown · 2261 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
Hours: Tue-Fri 11:30-21:00; Sat-Sun 10:00-21:00; Mon closed
New Orleans-style kitchen downtown: gumbo, etouffee, fried catfish. Weekend brunch includes Boudin Benedict and live music. Reliably loud, reliably fun.
Zachary's Chicago Pizza ★ 4.0
solano-avenue · 1853 Solano Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707
Hours: Sun-Thu 11:00-20:30; Fri-Sat 11:00-21:00
Berkeley institution for deep-dish stuffed pizza since 1983. Cheese first, toppings second, sauce on top: upside-down build. Order stuffed; expect a wait.
Tacubaya ★ 4.0
fourth-street · 1782 Fourth St, Berkeley, CA 94710
Hours: Mon-Fri 11:00-20:00; Sat-Sun 10:00-20:00
Michelin Guide counter-service Mexican on Fourth Street. Al pastor tacos, sopa de tortilla, tamales and house sauces. Weekend brunch adds huevos rancheros.
Berkeley Social Club ★ 3.9
downtown · 2050 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
Hours: Mon-Thu 09:00-14:30 and 17:00-21:00; Fri 09:00-15:00 and 17:00-22:00; Sat 08:00-15:00 and 17:00-22:00; Sun 08:00-14:30 and 17:00-21:00
Korean-American all-day cafe with 40 craft beers on tap. Mascarpone French Toast and Crab Eggs Benedict. Open daily from breakfast through late dinner.
Revival Bar and Kitchen ★ 3.9
downtown · 2102 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
Hours: Tue-Thu and Sun 16:00-20:30; Fri-Sat 16:00-22:30; Mon closed
Sustainably sourced bar and kitchen near Berkeley Rep. Local oyster program, classic cocktails and kitchen open past curtain time. Good pre-theater option.