Fava - Berkeley

This is one of my favorite lunch spots. Their operating hours are somewhat limited and mostly during the work week, but the best things often come to an end qui... read more This is one of my favorite lunch spots. Their operating hours are somewhat limited and mostly during the work week, but the best things often come to an end quickly. They serve super fresh, healthy Mediterranean-style food with a California twist. Every item on the menu is outstanding. Who would have thought broccoli could be so delicious? Who would have thought a red cabbage slaw could steal the show? Who would have thought a boiled egg could taste like custard? I wasn't a fan of tabbouleh before trying it here, but FAVA's version is amazing. Eating here makes me feel better, both physically and mentally, for the rest of the day. Their commitment to using fresh and healthy ingredients really shines through in the dining experience. Wholesome is the perfect word to describe it. Be sure to try the soup, the salad, and especially the mango lassi. The desserts are simple but delightful. Every penny spent here is well worth it. This is a takeout-only establishment with no seating. If you prefer to dine in the area, you can head to Sunnyside Cafe or Saul's for open tables, or relax at the free public patio at Saul's, or find a spot at the tables near Peet's. I've never seen anyone get in trouble for doing this.

The food at this restaurant is exceptional. I highly recommend trying the lassi, chicken sandwich, and lentil soup. I would love to try more dishes from the men... read more The food at this restaurant is exceptional. I highly recommend trying the lassi, chicken sandwich, and lentil soup. I would love to try more dishes from the menu, but these ones were so perfect that it almost doesn't seem necessary. My only complaint is that I can only eat so much with just one stomach.

Very delicious lunch and very quick turn around. I got the salmon plate, which was perfectly cooked. I felt it was a generous portion and very nourishing. read more Very delicious lunch and very quick turn around. I got the salmon plate, which was perfectly cooked. I felt it was a generous portion and very nourishing.

Food is a little too salty, other than that everything is good. Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Service: Takeaway Price per person: $10–20 Recommended dishes:... read more Food is a little too salty, other than that everything is good. Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Service: Takeaway Price per person: $10–20 Recommended dishes: Salad

Who taught you how to make falafel ?!? And the FLATBREAD ?!? The chai ?!?!? This was probably one of the worst places I’ve been to in a while for that price poi... read more Who taught you how to make falafel ?!? And the FLATBREAD ?!? The chai ?!?!? This was probably one of the worst places I’ve been to in a while for that price point I would expect a more evenly balanced fritter and chai. This was so disappointing not to mention the hummus was also lacking. Service: Takeaway Price per person: $20–30 Food: 1 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5