
Chez Panisse
When:
Restaurant Hours:
Monday-Saturday: Dinner only
First seating begins 5:30pm
Second seating begins 8pm
Café Hours:
Monday-Thursday
Lunch: 11:30am to 2:45pm
Dinner: 5 to 10:30pm
Friday and Saturday
Lunch: 11:30am to 3pm
Dinner: 5pm to 11pm
Closed Sundays
BART Station:
Downtown BerkeleyWalk Time:
13 minutesMulti-course organic, farm-to-table, seasonal meals continue to make Chez Panisse one of the most famous Bay Area restaurants around. Alice Waters first opened this revered bistro in 1971, and it became the benchmark for new California cuisine. It’s all about quality fresh ingredients and first-class service in a classy environment that is a mecca for aspiring chefs and celebrating couples. When you’re not looking to commit to a full feast, try the upstairs Chez Panisse Cafe — the price may amount to a little less, but you’ll still want to break out your fine dining dress.