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Babette, Berkeley, CA

Babette

4.7 (156)
$31 to $50
Californian
2033 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702-1613

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
At Babette, the husband and wife team of Joan Ellis and Patrick Hooker, are in the kitchen preparing each plate to ensure that their vision and taste profile are translated to each diner. The attention to detail are evident in not only the food they make but also the ambience they have created. The interior of the restaurant is natural brick and the couple have chosen a rich color palette of deep blues and greens for the walls. An elegant chandelier hangs over a natural wood backed booth providing both a cozy and elegant feel to the room. Outside on the spacious patio, a magnificent redwood tree provides natural shade to the built in seating area and plants are abundant creating a lush, garden setting.
Live music Brunches, New York style Pizza, unique Entrees and our famous Sicilian Lemon Almond Pistachio Cake are just a taste of what you will find at Babette. Warm and knowledgeable staff will make you feel like part of the family.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Organic, Pizzeria
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (510) 845-1652
  • Website
    http://www.babettecafe.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Patrick Hooker and Joan Ellis
  • Private party facilities
    Choose from a vast array of possibilities as we offer a wide selection of catering options to suit your unique vision. Reserve a large table for an intimate gathering or rent our entire restaurant for your event. Crafting memorable experiences within your budget. Give us a call 415-713-3591 or email babetteevents@gmail.com.
  • Location
    2033 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702-1613
  • Neighborhood
    Berkeley
  • Cross street
    University and Addison
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Babette Large Party Experience

    Multiple dates available
    For parties between 10-20 people, we offer a Large Party Prix Fixe Menu: A multi-course, family style experience which features dishes from our seasonal menu, and is the best way to dine at Babette with a larger group. We consider anything over 20 to be a full by-out and you will need to speak with us directly for details. Our large Prix Fixe Menus are priced separately for either Brunch or Dinner. Brunch- $35 per person (beverages, tax and gratuity not included) Dinner- $50 per person includes dessert (beverages, tax and gratuity not included) Please note: the entire group must participate. Where possible, we will accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies, and of course, you are welcome to add on extra dishes from our menu.
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Menu

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What 156 people are saying

Babette reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • East Bay

    Hot spot

  • East Bay

    Great for outdoor dining

  • East Bay

    Romantic

  • East Bay

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Babette offers a charming dining experience with its "beautiful patio" and delightful music. The menu features standout dishes like the "delicious reuben" with celeriac and "impeccable food." Service is "attentive and warm," making it ideal for "intimate dinners" or "jazz brunches." Outdoor seating provides a cozy ambiance.

156 Reviews

  1. Nick

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience with high quality cuisine. Recommended.

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  2. Erica

    San Francisco4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious, our server delightful and helpful, patio was an ideal spot for our group of 6.

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  3. Polly

    San Francisco31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ate outdoors under a redwood tree with a very effective patio heater keeping us warm. The lunch menu is limited, but enough choices. We split a salad with smoked salmon and gem lettuce; very nice. And tried the fried chicken sandwich and pseudo Reuben made with celery root instead of pastrami - it works! Had a pleasant draft beer and were too full to try the dessert, a cake that folks at next table enjoyed. We will return to this pleasant spot that makes outdoor dining easy.

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  4. Claire

    San Francisco17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely lunch on the patio. The quiche was excellent and the "reuben" made of celeriac marinated with pastrami spice was delicious!

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  5. Mark

    San Francisco1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The patio was great, our server was delightful, it was such a cute spot but the food was really marginal and overpriced. They say the pizzas are dark but it was stiff as a board and paper thin. $30 for a risotto that was not very good was also very disappointing. And the happy hour marg tasted like water with a hint of lime and tequila. Would’ve rather paid $4 more for a real cocktail.

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  6. LuAnn

    San Francisco16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Sunday brunch was lovely seated on the outdoor patio with sunshine and live music. Although it was slightly cool, our host brought a blanket which made it warm and cozy in combination with the overhead heaters and pitcher of mimosas! Food was excellent, the shrimp toast was a new taste and delightful. Will return again soon!

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  7. Kathy

    San Francisco5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Patio and music was delightful! Lovely little spot.

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  8. JoanT VIP

    San Francisco15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved food service music ambience everything Overall great food and menu Delicious drinks Great place

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  9. Meg

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, well priced and really lovely service!

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  10. Carol

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The soup was delicious! I love soup and the cup was perfect start to a great lunch. Split the chicken bahn miah sliders and delicious roasted seven vegetables with couscous! Couldn’t leave without a container of Sicilian lemon almond pistachio cake.yum!

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Babette is rated 4.7 stars by 156 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Babette

2033 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702-1613

Additional information

  • Cross street
    University and Addison
  • Neighborhood
    Berkeley
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Organic, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Patrick Hooker and Joan Ellis
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.babettecafe.com/
  • Phone number
    (510) 845-1652
  • Private party facilities
    Choose from a vast array of possibilities as we offer a wide selection of catering options to suit your unique vision. Reserve a large table for an intimate gathering or rent our entire restaurant for your event. Crafting memorable experiences within your budget. Give us a call 415-713-3591 or email babetteevents@gmail.com.
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