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Looking for light and tasty dishes with a quick turn-around time? Or perhaps a power lunch to close the deal? Here, you’ll find the right setting for either! An assortment of decors from casual and sporty to sophisticated and businesslike. You may also find the option of ordering take-out food.

 

Barney's Gourmet Hamburger

Address: 1600 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709

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Favored by a diverse cross section of the bay area population, Barney's serves dozens of burgers, including beef, chicken, turkey, and vegetarian versions. The choice of toppings is amazing, and that's the worst thing about this place – what to order. Among the fruits and vegetables are pineapple, artichoke hearts,...

Bel Forno

Address: 1400 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709

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Breakfast at Bel Forno is always a relaxing experience, with a good choice of breads, pastries, and omelets served all day. Lunch might be gourmet pizza, salad, or creative sandwiches on freshly baked bread – try the turkey and avocado or the roasted eggplant. There are a few tables outside where dogs are welcome, too.

Cheese Board Collective

Address: 1504 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709

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Fresh from the oven Although it was founded as a private business, the Cheese Board philosophy has always been that of a collectively owned and operated enterprise. Each member owns an equal share of the business, contributes an equal number of hours, and has a position on the board of directors. Perhaps since everyone has so much of...

Cheese Board Pizza Collective

Address: 1512 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709

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They may serve only one variety of pizza each day, always vegetarian, but you can be sure that it will be excellent. Your main decisions will be whether to get a slice or a whole pie, and whether to eat it there or take it somewhere else. You may not actually have to make that second choice though, because there are...

La Méditerranée

Address: 2936 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705

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This casual eatery is perfect for lunch on the run. Quick service ensures that your lunch hour won't stretch to an hour and a half, and the reasonable prices allow you to fill up without emptying your wallet. The baked four different fillo pastries are all highly recommended, especially the chicken cilicia with chick...

LoCoco's Restaurant & Pizzeria

Address: 1400 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709

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Although it's been around for decades, the popularity of this Sicilian eatery hasn't dwindled a bit, in part because of the colorful personalities of the owners. Menu highlights include cheese cannelloni in a flavorful light tomato sauce, and a variety of seafood, sautéed with olive oil or broiled. Sicilian style...

Saul's Deli & Restaurant

Address: 1475 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709

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Breakfast is served until 2pm at Saul's, so if you find yourself craving an omelet at noon, this is a great option. Try an open face deli omelet with pastrami, corned beef and salami, potato latkes with apple sauce and sour cream, or even kippers and eggs. Grilled deli sandwiches are also good, especially the Reuben...

Truly Mediterranean

Address: 1986 Shattuck St, Berkeley, CA 94703

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It's just been one of those days: you slept through the alarm and were late to work, you've been on the phone or in meetings all morning, you've got a ton of errands to run, and it's already 2pm and you haven't even thought about lunch yet. You need something quick, healthy, and satisfying, and Truly Mediterranean...

Zachary's Chicago Pizza

Address: 1853 Solano Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707

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They don't take reservations, so at peak mealtimes a wait is next to impossible to avoid, but Zachary's deep-dish pizzas are so incredible that you won't mind. They start with a layer of dough, followed by heaps of cheese and your choice of 19 toppings. Then another layer of dough is placed on top, sealing in all the...

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