Comal - Berkeley

Uniquely the best Mexican restaurant in Northern California. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 read more Uniquely the best Mexican restaurant in Northern California. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Was pleasantly surprised by the atmosphere of the back area of Comal. From the front, it doesn’t really look that big but once your inside they an elegant sit d... read more Was pleasantly surprised by the atmosphere of the back area of Comal. From the front, it doesn’t really look that big but once your inside they an elegant sit down interior and then their back area has a tall ceiling and a very earthy vibe with a bar connected. The food itself is authentic. Especially their hand pressed tortillas. The prices are a bit steep but it’s worth it for a cute dinner date or elegant time with the family. I got the cod tacos which were extremely delicious. The tortillas are super soft and surprisingly light. Price per person: $30–50 Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Ugh! Four people at our table and every dish was sub-standard. Even the salsas were uninteresting. This place is running on empty. You can do better, way better... read more Ugh! Four people at our table and every dish was sub-standard. Even the salsas were uninteresting. This place is running on empty. You can do better, way better, in Berkeley. Food: 1 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 3 Price per person: $30–50

We ate dinner here at the beginning of November. I had the fish tacos and the wifey had the chicken tamales. We started with the guacamole appetizer with chips.... read more We ate dinner here at the beginning of November. I had the fish tacos and the wifey had the chicken tamales. We started with the guacamole appetizer with chips. I love the chips, they're thick and crispy but my wifey thought that they were too greasy. Whatdoes she know? ; They bring a tray of three different sizes for the chips. Two of them are very good but I think the thirdone the dark red one I think might be able to help start the Berkeley fusion reactor. It is SPICY! My fish tacos werefantastico! I thought the chicken tamales were good but the wife he thought they were a little bit too spicy. : On theatmosphere side, I'd advise you to try and get seats away from the outside seating as far as possible. There's a constant coldwind from the outside; the waiters leave the doors open because they go through so often. Obviously this is mainly an issueduring winter. Be prepared to leave some time to park. Parking in downtown Berkeley can be a chore. All in all I have to saythat we love this place and we'll be back again.

This place was recommended via the Michelin app, and it did not disappoint! Cocktails were top notch, service very receptive, house-made chips were next level,... read more This place was recommended via the Michelin app, and it did not disappoint! Cocktails were top notch, service very receptive, house-made chips were next level, and the food (chicken livers and fish tacos) were superb!! Was only here for work travel butwill definitely be coming back next time I?m in town!