1335 Solano (at Ramona) : Albany, CA 94706 : 510-525-2285
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 Ignore the generic, brightly colored laminated menu and go for the simpler, though still lengthy, one that lists the spicy Sichuan specialties (happily, in English) that are the glory of this Albany spot. Among our favorite dishes are dumplings with homemade sauce, spicy boiled beef and... More >> |
| Albany |
Chinese |
Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Private Party, Takeout |
$$ |
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1403 Solano (at Carmel) : Albany, CA 94706 : 510-528-1237
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| Albany |
California |
Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible |
$, $$ |
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1888 Solano (at The Alameda) : Berkeley, CA 94707 : 510-526-4373
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One of the best Indian restaurants in the Bay Area, Ajanta features a rotating menu of delicious Indian specialties (from all over India, with their provenance explained on the almost scholarly menu and Web site) in a stylish, calm, modern setting, featuring Indian carvings and art inspired by... More >> |
| Albany |
Indian |
Banquet Facilities, Business Dining, Catering, Delivery, Takeout |
$, $$ |
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2448 Sacramento : Berkeley, CA 94707 : 510-848-7684
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From a collection of 300 recipes, plus 150 breads, this unpretentious spot draws five entree choices a night. Your mileage will obviously vary, but tikka lazbaab, junglee muragh kebab, and muragh anaari are all outstanding; the breads, including naan, paratha, kulcha, and chapati in seemingly... More >> |
| Albany |
Indian |
Takeout |
$$ |
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1329 Gilman (at Neilson) : Albany, CA 94706 : 510-527-9838
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 A brief and tantalizing menu of seasonal Mediterranean delights -- pizzetta with smoked trout and crème fraîche, roasted grape leaf-wrapped snapper, quail with grilled polenta and figs -- star in a friendly, attractive setting. An imaginative wine list is showcased in the... More >> |
| Albany |
California, Greek, Mediterranean |
Private Party |
$$$, $$$$ |
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1101 San Pablo : Albany, CA 94706 : 510-472-9263
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A swell and eccentric reuse of a fast-food restaurant, turned into a calm West African restaurant offering not just kabobs, but also an interesting array of curries and stews, including the signature mambo, lamb, chicken, or tofu stewed with cabbage, carrots, and lentils, and perked up by adding... More >> |
| Albany |
African, Eritrean, Ethiopian |
Catering, Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Private Party, Takeout |
$ |
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1235 San Pablo : Albany, CA 94706 : 510-526-6325
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 Pleasant breakfast and lunch place that does adventurous daily specials (often ethnic-themed: Mexican, Greek, Caribbean) to supplement its basic menu of hearty items (buckwheat pancakes, good sausages, a classic burger), carefully prepared from quality ingredients. You order at the counter, take... More >> |
| Albany |
American |
Catering, Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Private Party, Takeout |
$, $$ |
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825 San Pablo (at Solano) : Albany, CA 94706 : 510-526-2552
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 Popular Albany neighborhood bistro (despite slightly cramped quarters), with Mediterranean fare ("Nice the Beautiful": i.e., Italo-French) whose reach mildly exceeds its grasp, but possessed of a superb wine list and an inventive and talented bar. Sidewalk tables. More >> |
| Albany |
French, Greek, Italian, Mediterranean |
Delivery, Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Private Party, Takeout |
$$, $$$ |
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1045 San Pablo Ave. : Albany, CA 94706 : 510-528-2375
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| Albany |
Vegetarian |
Vegetarian Friendly |
$, $$ |
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1539 Solano (at Neilson) : Berkeley, CA 94707 : 510-526-2542
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 Earthy flavors are prepared and served with grace and imagination at this comely hot spot. Relaxed atmosphere; tantalizing menu. Portobello fritters, smoked duck breast with blini, scallop-lobster boudin, and berry pudding with crème fraîche are especially delectable. More >> |
| Albany |
California, Greek, Mediterranean |
Delivery, Takeout |
$$$, $$$$ |
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945 San Pablo (at Solano) : Albany, CA 94706 : 510-558-0494
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 The period, Lincoln Log exterior might lead you to expect classic diner food at this snug, family-run coffee shop (which boasts a spacious garden patio out back), but the cooked-from-scratch fare is several cuts above those expectations: The ham-and-cheese sandwich special has slices of juicy... More >> |
| Albany |
American, Coffeehouse |
Catering, Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Private Party, Takeout |
$, $$ |
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1580 Solano Ave. : Albany, CA 94707 : 510-525-9463
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| Albany |
Wine Bar |
Catering, Takeout |
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1491 Solano (at Curtis) : Albany, CA 94706 : 510-525-4647
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You'll think you're at a farmhouse restaurant in the Midwest instead of Albany when you sit down to one of Walker's multicourse prix fixe dinners, which include homemade soup of the day, salad (green or Jell-O), popovers, main courses such as fried chicken or prime rib with fresh vegetables and... More >> |
| Albany |
American, Breakfast, Brunch |
Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Takeout |
$, $$ |
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1401 Solano : Albany, CA 94706 : 510-528-8600
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 The simple setting -- a few tables and chairs set among tidy, well-stocked shelves full of enticing imported delicacies -- belies the sophistication of the Mediterranean cooking at this spot. For the first-time visitor, the sampler platter is a must; it includes excellent versions of familiar... More >> |
| Albany |
Greek, Mediterranean |
Catering, Delivery, Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Private Party, Takeout |
$, $$ |
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