Restaurants & Bars

2 Berkeley Brunch Spots Make Eater SF List

With extra time to linger over a meal this holiday weekend, why not gather for brunch?

French Toast is a fun splurge when eating brunch in a restaurant.
French Toast is a fun splurge when eating brunch in a restaurant. (David Allen/Patch)

BERKELEY, CA — The Presidents Day holiday weekend is coming up, providing you with three chances to linger over brunch.

You may already have your favorite eatery among Berkeley's list of wonderful restaurants. If you need a suggestion, EaterSF updated its 14 Standout Spots for Brunch in the East Bay list this year. Two Berkeley restaurants are included.

Standard Fare

Chez Panisse alum Kelsie Kerr’s West Berkeley breakfast and lunch spot "serves a mean Saturday brunch. The menu changes every day, but keep an eye out for sticky buns, sourdough waffles, and picture-perfect fried eggs.

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Saturday brunch is served from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Standard Fare's website promises "seasonal fare thoughtfully made with the freshest local and organic ingredients." It is located at 2701 Eighth St. #118 in Berkeley.

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Babette

The brunch menu gives diners many reasons to linger, EaterSF promises. "The brunch menu is a mix of standards and items special to Babette. For the brunch traditionalists, order a French toast or waffles; for those who prefer something else, try the tomato, basil, and goat cheese quiche. A group might enjoy sharing a Mediterranean platter as well, which includes smoked salmon, beet hummus, labneh, and more."

Brunch is served both Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Babette is located at 2033 San Pablo Ave. in Berkeley.

Babette's website introduces proprietors Joan Ellis and Patrick Hooker. "Joan and Patrick have participated in the organic and sustainably sourced food movement since the early 90’s and are as committed to that ideal today as much as ever."

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