Other noteworthy cuisines

The Best of the Other Noteworthy Cuisines Represented in the Bay Area

Best Indian Food

ID Cafe  (Berkeley and other locations)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This is the spot for fast, healthy, affordable, and delicious Indian food in Berkeley near the campus! It's a wonderful discovery.

Best Irish Food

St. Stephen's Green (Downtown Mountain View: Best pub culture)

Chicken fingers from St. Stephen's Green
St. Stephen's Green is a sports bar that serves authentic Irish dishes in downtown Mountain View. It's a great place to grab a drink or watch a game!
 
Peasant Pies (Chain with a spot in Mission Bay, San Francisco: Best place to grab a pie)
 


 

 

 

 

 

 

Although not strictly Irish, this restaurant may be the best place to grab a small, traditional pie. With small sweet and savory pies, plus soups and salads, this restaurant keeps it simple, tasty, and affordable.

 

My Top Mediterranean Food Picks

Mediterranean/Kurdish 

Rojbas

Lamb and beef gyro platter

Rojbas is a wonderful place in Berkeley to enjoy delicious Mediterranean food for a reasonable, low price. This family owned hidden gem is a personal favorite!

Mediterranean/Greek 

Olympus Caffe and Bakery (Mountain View: Best breakfast menu)

White caffe mocha

Olympus Cafe and Bakery is a Mediterranean restaurant in downtown Mountain View that is also a bakery and has a full espresso bar. They serve great breakfasts (including French toast) and perhaps the best white chocolate mocha I've ever had.

Soulva (Dogpatch: Best after work vibes)

 

Souvla is an ideal place to bring your friends for some casual eats and laid-back drinks after work. The food takes a unique spin on Greek flavors, and the prices aren’t too high. It’s a perfect place to relax, eat good food, and make memories.


Mediterranean/Algerian
 









Gusto is an awesome new addition to Berkeley's restaurant scene! Proudly serving delicious Algerian flavor, Gusto serves memorable, satisfying dishes you will not want to miss out on!
 

Best Tibetan Food

Ngoe-thuk

Cafe Tibet is an authentically Tibetan and restaurant located in Berkeley that tastes amazing! It's an impressive hidden gem whose menu is vegan due to the proprietor's deep concern for the environment. It's a simple, family-owned business that brings exquisite Tibetan cuisine to Berkeley. 

Mexican Food You've Got To Try

La Mission

spicy chile colorado burrito with chicken

The Mission is a popular and authentic place to grab your favorite classic Mexican dishes in Berkeley. It's truly delicious.


Burmese Food 

Burma Spice (Redwood City)

Burma Spice is a truly delicious Burmese restaurant in Redwood with great service and a nice environment. The menu offers real variety, and the food is perfectly prepared with a blend of Burmese flavors and textures to make you want more.

Where To Find Korean Food in the Bay 

Manna (SF: Most interesting menu)



Bul Kogi and Kimchi pancake







Manna is a fantastic, small restaurant in San Francisco that features delightful Korean cuisine! The restaurant is operated with real attention to detail and pride. The food is served hot and delicious!

Korean Superette (Berkeley: Cutest shop/restaurant) 


This Korean restaurant doubles as a fantastic market. Come here for Korean favorites, complete with bold flavor and succulent meats.
 
Daeho Kalbijjim & Beef Soup  (Japantown, SF: Most luxurious)
 
 

This high-end Korean restaurant is a worthy splurge! The food is painstakingly created from top-quality ingredients according to authentic and elaborate Korean recipes. It's not just another meal; it's a complete dining experience that will blow your mind!
 
 

Vietnamese Food Not to Overlook

Saigon Express (Downtown Berkeley)

This conveniently located restaurant is known for whipping up delicious, affordable Vietnamese food. In particular, Saigon Express is known for amazing and amazingly inexpensive banh mi, which make for a satisfying meal for under $10. 

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