nearby restaurants
our sponsoring restaurants
Berkeley Rep thanks the following restaurants for their generous support of the Theatre during our 40th Birthday Season.
bistro liaison *
Located a few blocks from Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Bistro Liaison serves traditional French cuisine in a warm and friendly ambience. Our seasonal menu highlights traditional dishes such as bouillabaisse, bœuf Bourguignon, les moules, vegetarian specialties and salads. Open seven days a week, we offer a private dining room, full bar, French and California wines and a new weekend brunch menu. In addition, Chef / Owner Todd Kniess tours with guests to southwest France. Click here for more information.
1849 Shattuck Avenue (at Hearst)
510.849.2155
venus restaurant *
Having just celebrated its seventh anniversary, Venus Restaurant serves dinner, lunch, breakfast and the most unique brunch in the East Bay. Their menus are informed by the Slow Food movement, and feature carefully crafted dishes prepared with love and attention, utilizing heirloom fruits and vegetables, organic beans and grains, sustainable seafood and the best-quality hormone-and-antibiotic free meats. Venus offers exquisite homemade desserts and a robust selection of biodynamic and small production wines from around the world. The restaurant’s classic brick walls are always adorned by the artwork of local artists complementing the tastefully hip, urban setting. Chef Amy Murray regularly hosts dinner events featuring wines by local winemakers, special Holiday menus celebrating New Year’s Eve and Valentine’s Day and a wonderful 3-course “pre-theatre” menu Tuesday–Thursday.
2327 Shattuck Avenue
510.540.5950
downtown restaurant
downtown restaurant, located on the southwest corner of Addison and Shattuck, just steps away from Berkeley Rep, is an informal but elegant Californian/Mediterranean seafood brasserie.
“High expectations are trouble—it’s hard to impress when nothing else will do. Downtown in Berkeley found a solution. It dazzles by not trying to. The ease with which this restaurant operates just blows you away.”—The Contra Costa Times
2102 Shattuck Avenue (at Addison)
510.649.3810
maritime east *
Maritime East unites creative seafood; fresh, clean flavors; and a commitment to sustainable and locally-sourced ingredients. Whether you’re looking for a pre- or post-performance meal, an intimate dinner date or a friendly neighborhood spot to relax with friends and family, you’re sure to find it in our casual yet elegant environs. Maritime East is created by the team responsible for the award-winning Cafe Maritime in San Francisco, with an enhanced menu of seasonal fare including wood-fired oven entrees, intriguing pizza combinations, tasty vegetarian options and one truly spectacular cheeseburger. Everything from hearty seafood chowders to luscious desserts are freshly made in house daily, and our creative bar cocktails are a must. Open until midnight weekdays, and 1AM on weekends!
2826 Telegraph Avenue
510.848.9299
other recommended restaurants
caffe venezia *
Festive Italian dining, just a short walk to Berkeley Rep.
1799 University Avenue (at Grant)
510.849.4681
la rose bistro *
French Pacific Rim cuisine, just one block from Berkley Rep.
2037 Shattuck Avenue (near Addison)
510.644.1913
la note *
Traditional Provencal dining in the heart of Berkeley.
2377 Shattuck Avenue (near Channing)
510.843.1535
becketts
A true Irish pub in spirit and décor.
2271 Shattuck Avenue (near Kittredge)
510.540.5950
bobby g’s pizzeria *
Bobby G’s Pizzeria is a gourmet pizza restaurant located in the heart of downtown Berkeley.
2072 University Avenue (near Shattuck)
510.665.8866
giovanni bar & grill *
Complete Italian cuisine, serving Berkeley for over 25 years.
2420 Shattuck Avenue (near Channing)
510.843.6678
sam’s café kabob *
Authentic Afghan cuisine, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. You have to taste it to love it!
2101 Milvia Street (near Addison)
510.841.7267
sushi ko *
Authentic Japanese cuisine.
64 Shattuck Square (near University)
510.845.6601
* These restaurants offer exclusive discounts to Berkeley Rep subscribers.
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