Bay Area Explorer

Bay Area Explorer

@berkeleyblogger

I'm a Bay Area resident who loves exploring the area and finding the best affordable places to eat!

Joined Jul 2026 Berkeley, United States bayareaexploreer.blogspot.com/
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Exploring the Bay Area published a new post 16h ago
Cocola Bakery Cafe: A lovely place to relax and indulge
Exploring the Bay Area Cocola Bakery Cafe: A lovely place to relax and indulge

Cocola Bakery Cafe is a luxurious place to get a cup of coffee, a pastry, or a sandwich


Exploring the Bay Area published a new post 4d ago
Caffe Strada: An Easy Coffee and Food Break on the UC Berkeley Campus
Exploring the Bay Area Caffe Strada: An Easy Coffee and Food Break on the UC Berkeley Campus

Caffe Strada is a powerhouse of a cafe near the UC Berkeley campus that can quickly serve up a large variety of options.


Exploring the Bay Area published a new post Oct 16, 2026
Lox Stock and Bagel: A cheap but great Berkeley Cafe
Exploring the Bay Area Lox Stock and Bagel: A cheap but great Berkeley Cafe

Lox Stock and Bagel is a cute cafe offering cheap breakfast and coffee with good service and a smile.


Exploring the Bay Area published a new post Oct 12, 2026
Aburaya: Succulent, inexpensive Japanese fried chicken in downtown Oakland
Exploring the Bay Area Aburaya: Succulent, inexpensive Japanese fried chicken in downtown Oakland

Aburaya is a small Oakland powerhouse specializing in delicious fried Japanese food, especially their signature fried chicken.


Exploring the Bay Area published a new post Oct 3, 2026
Party Sushi: Simply adorable Japanese cuisine/sushi in downtown Berkeley
Exploring the Bay Area Party Sushi: Simply adorable Japanese cuisine/sushi in downtown Berkeley

Party Sushi is a cute little find of a restaurant that specializes in yummy Japanese food/sushi in downtown Berkeley.


Exploring the Bay Area published a new post Oct 1, 2026
Sobakatsu: Phenomenal Japanese food in SF
Exploring the Bay Area Sobakatsu: Phenomenal Japanese food in SF

Sobakatsu is a small restaurant in Japantown SF with a loyal following, known for their freshly-made top-quality soba and tempura


Exploring the Bay Area published a new post Sep 27, 2026
Tipsy Yeti: Yummy Nepalese-Italian-American fare in Berkeley
Exploring the Bay Area Tipsy Yeti: Yummy Nepalese-Italian-American fare in Berkeley

Relaxing and comfortable, Tipsy Yeti is a great place to come for succulent Nepalese food—or, if you prefer, popular Italian-American fare.


Exploring the Bay Area published a new post Sep 23, 2026
Tanzie's: An amazing Northern Thai hidden gem cafe in Berkeley
Exploring the Bay Area Tanzie's: An amazing Northern Thai hidden gem cafe in Berkeley

Tanzie's is a Berkeley Thai cafe that will blow you away with its unique menu made from quality ingredients according to northern Thai recipes.


Exploring the Bay Area published a new post Sep 20, 2026
DH Noodles and Grill: Northern Chinese hand-pulled noodles now in Berkleey
Exploring the Bay Area DH Noodles and Grill: Northern Chinese hand-pulled noodles now in Berkleey

DH Noodles and Grill brings authentic Northern Chinese cuisine to Berkeley with hand pulled noodles, rich broth, and a bit of heat if you want it.


Exploring the Bay Area published a new post Sep 18, 2026
Habit Burger and Grill: Satisfying Fast Food
Exploring the Bay Area Habit Burger and Grill: Satisfying Fast Food

Known for great burgers, fries, and shakes, plus delicious sauces like ranch and barbecue, this fast-food chain commands respect among fast-food resta


Exploring the Bay Area published a new post Sep 15, 2026
Mr. Pickle's: Delightful fast sandwiches in Walnut Creek
Exploring the Bay Area Mr. Pickle's: Delightful fast sandwiches in Walnut Creek

Mr. Pickle's is known for affordable, quality sandwiches packed with f great ingredients & ready in a jiffy. Consider trying the wonderful "Pit Boss."


Exploring the Bay Area published a new post Sep 12, 2026
Dave's Hot Chicken: Great Value on Fried Chicken
Exploring the Bay Area Dave's Hot Chicken: Great Value on Fried Chicken

Dave’s Hot Chicken is famous for fried fast food chicken made to your choice of spice level.


Exploring the Bay Area published a new post Sep 10, 2026
Al's Big Burger: Quality burgers that will surprise you in Albany, CA
Exploring the Bay Area Al's Big Burger: Quality burgers that will surprise you in Albany, CA

Al's Big Burger is an old-fashioned burger joint that still keeps prices down and uses a charcoal grill to make mouthwatering, classic burgers.


Exploring the Bay Area published a new post Sep 7, 2026
Dough Zone: Downtown Berkeley's Modern Chinese-Style Noodles and Dumplings
Exploring the Bay Area Dough Zone: Downtown Berkeley's Modern Chinese-Style Noodles and Dumplings

Dough Zone Dumpling House is a modern, affordable, and informal place to devour doughy Chinese favorites like noodles, buns, and dumplings.


Exploring the Bay Area published a new post Sep 3, 2026
Saigon Express: Inexpensive Banh Mi Spot in Downtown Berkeley
Exploring the Bay Area Saigon Express: Inexpensive Banh Mi Spot in Downtown Berkeley

Saigon Express is a casual, laid back Vietnamese restaurant in downtown Berkeley known for amazing and amazingly inexpensive banh mi.


Exploring the Bay Area published a new post Aug 31, 2026
Daeho Kalbijjim & Beef Soup: A worthy splurge
Exploring the Bay Area Daeho Kalbijjim & Beef Soup: A worthy splurge

Daeho Kalbijjim & Beef Soup is a great spot famous for providing a luxurious and delicious Korean dining experience


Exploring the Bay Area published a new post Aug 27, 2026
Little Plearn: A lot of good Thai food for a little money
Exploring the Bay Area Little Plearn: A lot of good Thai food for a little money

Little Plearn serves large portions of authentic, delicious Thai food at low prices in a lovely dining room in downtown Berkeley.


Exploring the Bay Area published a new post Aug 24, 2026
Soulva: Chill in a comfortable Greek restaurant in the Dogpatch, SF
Exploring the Bay Area Soulva: Chill in a comfortable Greek restaurant in the Dogpatch, SF

Soulva offers a truly unique Greek dining experience that is perfect for adults who want to relax together.


Exploring the Bay Area published a new post Aug 14, 2026
Asaka Sushi and Bar: Quality sushi and Japanese cuisine in North Berkeley
Exploring the Bay Area Asaka Sushi and Bar: Quality sushi and Japanese cuisine in North Berkeley

Asaka Sushi and Bar is an exciting Japanese restaurant in North Berkeley that uses quality ingredients, including amazingly fresh fish!


Exploring the Bay Area published a new post Aug 11, 2026
Panda Express: Cheap, yummy, and filling American spin on Chinese food
Exploring the Bay Area Panda Express: Cheap, yummy, and filling American spin on Chinese food

Authentic Chinese food just met its trendy American cousin called Panda Express where the food is cheap, yummy, and filling.