Chez Panisse

French American cuisine. With both a cafe upstairs and a more fine dining experience downstairs, definitely call in advance to make a reservation at Chez Panisse. Highly recommended by just about anyone you’ll talk to.
http://www.chezpanisse.com/reservations/

Corso

Delicious Italian restaurant that’s sandwiched between the Gourmet Ghetto and Downtown Berkeley. Think chicken soaked in butter. Yea, it’s good. This is a favorite for us.
http://www.corsoberkeley.com/

Picante

Picante Mexican restaurant can get some long lines at dinner, so be careful when you go. But this Mexican restaurant is pretty awesome. Grab a bottle of hot sauce and take it to the table with you.
http://www.picanteberkeley.com/

Cafe Fonda

More Mexican food, but this time it’s Tapa’s with a slightly fancier vibe! Fonda has a fun bar and an assortment of delicious Mexican tapas. Located on Solano Avenue in North Berkeley.
http://fondarestaurant.com/

Zachary’s Chicago Pizza

Gabe’s favorite Chicago deep dish pizza. Yup. That’s right, not in Chicago. Give it a try. Couple locations, so check to find which one is closest to you.
http://zacharys.com/

Cheeseboard Pizza

Another great pizza place Cassie and Gabe love. They’re cheese rolls and other pastries are also amazing. Make sure you get in the correct line.
http://cheeseboardcollective.coop/