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Cesar

1515 Shattuck Ave
Berkeley, CA 94709-1516
Phone: (888) 281-7865
Cesar
Price:
$$
Cross Street:
Vine Street
Best of Citysearch:
Happy Hour 2006, Happy Hour 2005, Small Plates 2004
Hours:
Daily 12pm-12am, (kitchen closed 3pm-4pm)

Editorial Review for Cesar – by Patti Tom

In Short
An open patio, a long, glass-tiled bar and communal table are a welcome encouragement for conversation and camaraderie at this Berkeley favorite. Tapas use organic, local ingredients, but are influenced by Spanish and Mediterranean flavors. While bocadillos are typically small, the Spanish sandwiches of tuna and egg, ham and cheese, grilled eggplant or dry-cured pork loin are more than enough for an afternoon meal. A healthy wine and spirits list changes weekly.

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The Extras

Olivier Said has teamed with Spanish-foods authority James Mellgren and chef Maggie Pond and compiled more than 100 classic spirits and tapas recipes in the Cesar cookbook.

Know Before You Go

Reservations are not accepted, so put your name on the list and hang out at the bar while you wait.

When to Go

Those looking to avoid the buzz of the bar or communal tables should head for the restaurant at mid-afternoon before the private seating is filled and evening rush.

User Reviews for Cesar

Citysearch (31), AOL CityGuide (4 ), Dine.com (4 ), Judy's Book (1 ), Trip Advisor (1 ), All (41)

4 Star Rating: Recommended

05/27/2008 Posted by girlgenius2008

The drink menu here is ridiculously large and the food menu is scarce but let's face it. We come here for drinks, not cause we're hungry. They have good noshings to share and nibble on but the drinks are what's happening. If you haven't the sangria here, you must put it on the list to try. I've had lots of sangria in my life and they make it the best here. Perfect drink for a sunny day. Crowded on the weekends and dinner time but if u have the patience to wait, the drinks and tapas and fun atmosphere are worth it. Be warned, it gets loud!

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

03/25/2008 Posted by fakhavan

Yes, this place gets crowded and maybe the seating isn't as quick as one would hope, but the the food was amazing. The ingredients are SO fresh. The steak was cooked perfectly. The rose whipped cream was heavenly. The portions are small, but really tasty. I remember the Sangria being pretty good, not great but nothing to complain about. I love this place.

Pros: Great food

Cons: Seating may take a while

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Editor's Review

Inventive Spanish tapas and broad bar selection ensure this cafe lives up to its Gourmet Ghetto pedigree.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

The Extras

Olivier Said has teamed with Spanish-foods authority James Mellgren and chef Maggie Pond and compiled more than 100 classic spirits and tapas recipes in the Cesar cookbook.

More Insider Tips

Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Street

Hours

  • Daily 12pm-12am
  • (kitchen closed 3pm-4pm)

Cuisines

  • Tapas / Small Plates
  • Spanish

Payment Types

  • MasterCard
  • Visa

Meal Price

  • $$

Amenities

  • Local Favorites
  • Group Dining
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Dine at the Bar
  • Family Style

Recognition for Cesar

2006 Audience Winner - Happy Hour
2005 Audience Winner - Happy Hour
2004 Audience Winner - Small Plates

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