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Chez Panisse Café & Restaurant
Chez Panisse Café & Restaurant Review
At Chez Panisse even humble pizza is reincarnated, with innovative toppings of the freshest local ingredients. The downstairs portion of Alice Waters's legendary eatery is noted for its formality and personal service. The daily-changing multicourse dinners are prix-fixe ($$$$), with the cost slightly lower on weekdays. Upstairs, in the informal café, the crowd is livelier, the prices are lower ($$-$$$), and the ever-changing menu is à la carte. The food is simpler, too: penne with new potatoes, arugula, and sheep's-milk cheese; fresh figs with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and arugula; and grilled tuna with Savoy cabbage, for example. Legions of loyal fans insist that Chez Panisse lives up to its reputation and delivers a dining experience well worth the price. Visiting foodies won't want to miss a meal here; be sure to make reservations a few weeks ahead of time.
Member Reviews
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janschwartz, from California
We opted for dining in the cafe -- where dining choices are a la carte, and more reasonably priced that the original restaurant downstairs. We were NOT disappointed! The food was fresh, vibrant, and every bit as wonderful as its reputation. If you have to wait a bit to sit down, take a walk on Shattuck and experience the Berkeley vibe!
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Luvero, from Florida
It was a little hard to get to but was worth the trip. Limited selection menu but every item was divine.
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