ARTICULATING WITH THE STARS

BERKELEY…Something for Everyone!

Sheila Lau, NCIAC's Chair-Elect would like to share with you some of her favorite spots in Berkeley.  Those of you looking for fun or edifying things to do or eat while you're in the neighborhood, check out her list below!

Freight and Salvage Coffee House

2020 Addison Street, Berkeley, CA  94704

(510) 644-2020

Great place to listen to a variety of music/performers…everything from country to blues or rock and roll.  Every seat in the house is decent and there is also beer, wine and snacks to enjoy while you’re there.  Street parking is available or you can park in one of the nearby garages for about $10/night.

Golden Gate Fields

1100 Eastshore Highway, Berkeley, CA  94710

(510) 559-7300

If you enjoy horse races, this is the place for you!  A fun place to go get a buffet brunch, a few drinks and bet on the horses.  There is parking available off of Gilman Street for $10 where you can self-park or valet for a few bucks more.

Tilden Park Golf Course

10 Golf Course Drive, Berkeley, CA  94708

(510) 848-7373

Golf anyone?  Located up in the hills, here’s a nice golfing facility with great views of the Bay.   Facilities include, putting green, driving range and a clubhouse.  Call for pricing and more details.

Regional Parks Botanic Garden

Wildcat Canyon Rd, Tilden Regional Park, Berkeley, CA  94708

(510) 841-8732

Not far from the golf course, this garden is small but a beautiful place to relax and enjoy nature.  See the local plants as well as plant from other areas; lots of exotic botanicals to explore in the greenhouses.  Be sure to check out the Japanese garden where you’ll find a serene pool and more beauty to explore.  Parking and admission is free.

Berkeley Marina

201 University Ave, Berkeley, CA  94710

(510) 981-6740

The Berkeley Marina is a beautiful place to go for a walk and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Bay.  There’s plenty of free parking available too.

Places to EAT!

Angeline’s Louisiana Kitchen (One of my personal favorites)

2261 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA  94704

(510) 548-6900

Serving gumbo, beignets & jambalaya, this casual eatery brings New Orleans flavor to Berkeley.

Picante (Mexican)

1328 6^th Street, Berkeley, CA  94710

(510) 525-3121

Housemade tortillas & local cheeses make up the Mexican plates at this festive cafeteria-style spot.

Lalime’s (Menu) (French)

1329 Gilman Street, Berkeley, CA  94706

(510) 527-9838

Seasonal menu of California-Mediterranean cuisine & wines in a Craftsman-style bungalow.

Kiraku (Japanese)

2566B Telegraph Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94704

(btwn Blake St & Parker St)

(510) 848-2758

Japanese, tapas/small plates…sourcing fresh local ingredients, their menu is constantly changing with new items and specials on a regular basis.

Riva Cucina (Italian)

800 Heinz Avenue, Berkeley, CA  94710

(510) 841-7482

Delicious Italian fare including “tagleatelle Bolognese”…a perfectly cooked pasta and the best Bolognese sauce; or try the squid ink pasta with seafood and béchamel sauce…and let’s not forget the dessert:  the panna cotta is heavenly!