Spenger's Fresh Fish GrottoFun timesAfter reading numerous bad reviews (which I don't base my decisions on anyway), I was completely satisfied with my dinner at Spengers. Every course was cooked to perfection.6/15/2013 12:00:00 AMCheers to a Family Celebration!Spenger's Fresh Fish Grotto for our party of 13 was like an old shoe - it fit just right and felt so familiar for our 60th wedding anniversary celebration. This is a spot our family had frequented in our early childhood days but had not revisited in quite sometime. We arrived on time for a 1:30 p.m. lunch reservation where we were immediately seated in our very own "private" dining space. Service and food were excellent. The server was prompt, courteous and informed, explaining the types of champagne and suggesting what might be ideal for our party. We enjoyed the varied menu and all food items were tastefully prepared and brought to our table in a timely fashion. Loved the various food choices. We highly recommend - CHEERS!6/8/2013 12:00:00 AMTerrific seafood meal. WeTerrific seafood meal. We like our scallops done, and they did an excellent job without leaving them tough and chewy.6/7/2013 12:00:00 AMGood Seafood RestaurantFresh fish, good drinks and great service. I highly recommend it for lunch.5/31/2013 12:00:00 AMGrad partySpengers has been a downtown Berkeley treat for years. When I had the opportunity to plan my girlfriends graduation lunch with her family, it was the first place I thought to go. It didn't disappoint either, with dozens of delicious seafood choices on the menu, everyone had something for them! Prices were very reasonable and the wait staff was courteous and helpful. I'd gladly go back!5/20/2013 12:00:00 AMAlways reliable and great seafoodWe entertain our guest speaker each month at Spenger,s. Our group ranges from 10 to 16. They always accommodate us, shift tables, whatever we need. The staff is helpful and patient. Our visitors travel from all over the world and very impressed with the fresh seafood preparations they find here at Spenger's. It is especially nice that they can adopt their recipes for people's food allergies or make something special for someone with special dietary needs. They've been our go to spot for ten years or more.5/19/2013 12:00:00 AMnearly 40 years @ spenger'sand the new ownership group kept it fairly authentic, not too much modernized, just the way we love it5/17/2013 12:00:00 AMSeemed overcrowded , although,Seemed overcrowded , although, was seated right away (w/ reservation) despite the long line due to Mothers day. Buffet dishes could have been arrange better to prevent the snake long buffet line. Overall the food was above average, crabs was delicious.5/12/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat place for a specialGreat place for a special occasion! Will be back for sure!5/12/2013 12:00:00 AMMother's Day Brunch - good selectioThe Mother's Day Brunch was a great selection of food and good service, but the lines got a little long at times. It was one line that formed for the full buffet. Would be better to break up the separate areas (carving station, omelet bar, other food) into different lines/areas of the restaurant.5/12/2013 12:00:00 AMBrunch was reasonably pricedBrunch was reasonably priced and delicious. Crowds were a bit much but well worth it.5/12/2013 12:00:00 AMWe go here often for the SundayWe go here often for the Sunday Brunch...always good! Love the crab, eggs benedict, oysters, shrimp, clam chowder, ...!!!4/28/2013 12:00:00 AMGraduation lunch.The food was excellent. Somewhat disappointed that no bread was put on the table. Evidently it must be Ordered for additional fee. The service was mostly good, but we had to ask for and then wait & wait for a refill on ice tea. Shouldn't have had to do that.4/27/2013 12:00:00 AMThe Easter Bunny DeliveredSurprisingly good Easter Brunch w/ plenty of raw veggies!3/31/2013 12:00:00 AMExcellent for the group ofExcellent for the group of five of us including our 6 year old granddaughter. They have child friendly menus and give children the right amount of attention. The seafood dishes were all terrific. The nautical theme and exhibits were historically impressive for the adults and children alike.3/28/2013 12:00:00 AMExcellent food - my salmonExcellent food - my salmon was delicious! Entertained out-of-state guests here and they were impressed with the food and the service.3/25/2013 12:00:00 AMFood was very good, greatFood was very good, great selection, prices not exceptionally high. Our server, Emily was great! She was very friendly and knowledgable of the menu and wine list. We enjoyed a great bottle of wine, nice fresh salad and two great entrees, blackened catfish and a almond crusted sole, both were cooked perfectly, vegetables were very fresh. All in all it was a great meal. We will be back.3/16/2013 12:00:00 AMThankfully the quality ofThankfully the quality of the service and food goes along with the rich tradition and ambience. Our group dinner was a gift to the newest generation of Cal students in our family (now 4 of them!). Hopefully this is a tradition that will last for futre generations.3/14/2013 12:00:00 AMUpon entering the restaurant,Upon entering the restaurant, I was seated immediately and was greeted by the waitress within two minutes. The beverage order was taken promptly (NOTE: notable beer section). I ordered the lunch special, which came out fresh and hot. Even for lunch, the Grotto serves bread. But this is no ordinary bread – perhaps the best sourdough bread in the Bay Area. The bread alone is worth coming back. In short: Food, Service and Ambiance were well above expectations. It was so good, that I recommended the Grotto to a business partner, which went there the same day for dinner, and made the same delightful experience. Parking is easy too. I will most certainly return with clients.3/11/2013 12:00:00 AM