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Since opening its doors, The Walnut Tavern Bar & Grill has become a local favorite in North Berkeley. This inviting neighborhood spot blends the vibrant flavors of Indian and American cuisine, offering a diverse menu that caters to every palate. Whether you’re gathering with family for a weekend brunch or catching the game with friends, the lively atmosphere makes it the perfect place to unwind. The Walnut Tavern is more than just a restaurant; it’s a community hub where delicious food, refreshing drinks, and good company come together.
Hours
| Friday | 12–9 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 3–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–9 PM |
| Thursday | 3–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1508 Walnut St, Berkeley, CA 94709
Phone: (510) 646-0277
Website: https://walnuttavern.com/
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Reviews
zerofever “Isadoriana” peligrie
Stopped in to be out of the rainy weather for some cocktails ‘n dessert and we were not disappointed!
The Grizzly Peak cocktail was sweet – (green apple ‘sweet’)- was delicious! Enzo’s Elegance cocktail (a minty cucumber melon craft special) goes down smooth and tastes great!
The chocolate lava cake with vanilla ice cream was wonderfully chocolatey warm yet cold ice cream in the same bite. Strawberry & blueberry was an excellent accompaniment.
Absolutely would return for the dinner/lunch menu without hesitation! When we arrived (after lunch but before dinner time) was a perfect stop in point. Not too busy; just enough of a slow pace to enjoy the atmosphere, drinks, and sweet treat. Seeing the doggies go into and out of the shop next door was a cute sight as well!
Thanks to everyone for making it a delightful stop in. 12/20/25!
… moreThe Grizzly Peak cocktail was sweet – (green apple ‘sweet’)- was delicious! Enzo’s Elegance cocktail (a minty cucumber melon craft special) goes down smooth and tastes great!
The chocolate lava cake with vanilla ice cream was wonderfully chocolatey warm yet cold ice cream in the same bite. Strawberry & blueberry was an excellent accompaniment.
Absolutely would return for the dinner/lunch menu without hesitation! When we arrived (after lunch but before dinner time) was a perfect stop in point. Not too busy; just enough of a slow pace to enjoy the atmosphere, drinks, and sweet treat. Seeing the doggies go into and out of the shop next door was a cute sight as well!
Thanks to everyone for making it a delightful stop in. 12/20/25!
bijay Gurung
The Walnut Tavern Bar & Grill nails a rich, savory shrimp gamba with tender seafood and bold Cajun spices. Cozy vibe and friendly service top it off.
… moreG Lee
Walnut Square is a cool little shopping and eating inlet in Berkeley’s gourmet ghetto. At the west edge of the square you’ll find Walnut Tavern.
Dined here for brunch and enjoyed it quite a bit. They have a nice menu combination of breakfast and lunch items. I chose both! The steak sandwich and a waffle. I know, gluttony.
The steak sando was on ciabatta bread and cooked perfectly. I asked for medium and that’s how it came. Steak fries usually not my thing but these were crispy and seasoned enough.
The waffle loses points because it was soft and had no crispness at all. And the syrup was the fake maple. They improve that and it’s a winner.
The last dish was the Mom’s eggs Benedict which comes with ham. Hash browns were thin and crispy… perfect.
And the atmosphere of this little tavern is great. Natural light. Woody. And a bar. Makes me want to come here to watch a Cal game.
Service was a little spotty. Nice enough but kind of slow and didn’t quite get my order right.
… moreDined here for brunch and enjoyed it quite a bit. They have a nice menu combination of breakfast and lunch items. I chose both! The steak sandwich and a waffle. I know, gluttony.
The steak sando was on ciabatta bread and cooked perfectly. I asked for medium and that’s how it came. Steak fries usually not my thing but these were crispy and seasoned enough.
The waffle loses points because it was soft and had no crispness at all. And the syrup was the fake maple. They improve that and it’s a winner.
The last dish was the Mom’s eggs Benedict which comes with ham. Hash browns were thin and crispy… perfect.
And the atmosphere of this little tavern is great. Natural light. Woody. And a bar. Makes me want to come here to watch a Cal game.
Service was a little spotty. Nice enough but kind of slow and didn’t quite get my order right.
Will
This place has promise but they can test customers’ patience with their service. Have been here a bunch of times. Food and drink generally good, and service can be ok.
But the staff definitely need better training, especially if the restaurant is going to charge these fine dining prices. A couple of times for lunch in the afternoon, we get a server who disappears for 15-20 minutes at a time chatting with the staff at the pet food shop next door. Doesn’t make any difference that we’re waiting to order or waiting to be served food or drink. Other times, the service is very disjointed, as various people are helping, but no one seems to be supervising what’s actually going on at the table and what the customers need.
The most recent time was beyond the pale. After we got our main course, the server who took our order never came to our table again. He seemed preoccupied with helping a table next to us, spending long periods of time chatting with them, and helping them very attentively, but couldn’t bother to look over at the next table where we were waiting for more drinks and then for the dessert menu. After 45 minutes of waiting, we got someone to clear our plates and give us the check. We were sick of waiting so didn’t order anything more. The server pretended everything was fine when we left, when it clearly was not.
This place has a good menu and a great space, and they’re capable of making good food and cocktails, but they really need to get their act together on service, as it can really ruin the experience.
… moreBut the staff definitely need better training, especially if the restaurant is going to charge these fine dining prices. A couple of times for lunch in the afternoon, we get a server who disappears for 15-20 minutes at a time chatting with the staff at the pet food shop next door. Doesn’t make any difference that we’re waiting to order or waiting to be served food or drink. Other times, the service is very disjointed, as various people are helping, but no one seems to be supervising what’s actually going on at the table and what the customers need.
The most recent time was beyond the pale. After we got our main course, the server who took our order never came to our table again. He seemed preoccupied with helping a table next to us, spending long periods of time chatting with them, and helping them very attentively, but couldn’t bother to look over at the next table where we were waiting for more drinks and then for the dessert menu. After 45 minutes of waiting, we got someone to clear our plates and give us the check. We were sick of waiting so didn’t order anything more. The server pretended everything was fine when we left, when it clearly was not.
This place has a good menu and a great space, and they’re capable of making good food and cocktails, but they really need to get their act together on service, as it can really ruin the experience.
P. I.
In the location of the former Nico’s and if you’re a long-term resident around here Chester cafe, the breakfast joint everyone here used to come to, Walnut tavern has totally beautified the inside, and while I was only able to get a drink because of time constraints their “Old Cuban” (basically a mojito with spiced rum), was excellent, and the people working there we’re friendly and the place has an overall goodbye. I’ll review it some more when I have time to have a full meal there. But I can already recommend the bar. Great drinks.
… moreAnton Athanasiu
Rib burger and calamari were wonderful, fries were also especially good, the kind that have the extra crunch to them with the flaky bits on the outside. Wouldn’t hesitate to return again
… moreJaime Azcárate
Food was good. The service too but we saw our waiter handling the carpet at the entrance with his bare hands and couldn’t tell if he washed them afterwards. That made us a little insecure about the service.
… moreVia Conlon
My husband and I were in the Bay Area for the holidays. We came here for lunch to meet up with 3 of my friends from school. We had a nice, roomy set up and enjoyed attentive service throughout. Nice decor and cozy vibe! I had the mixed quinoa bowl salad while hubby had the Caesar salad with salmon. We also shared the momo platter appetizer. Everything was fresh and served to us pretty fast. Simply delicious and well-prepared. We also had drinks and lingered for quite some time just chatting away. The manager Maha was quite gracious and welcoming. I would definitely come back here next time we’re in the area.
… moreJeffrey S. Terraciano
Love this place. Consistently good food and the service is always friendly and quick. Off the main strip so kind of hidden a block away from the Gourmet Ghetto but worth the detour.
… moreJuan Ayala
Light and cozy atmosphere although it has TVs to watch sports. I like the restaurant with a classy bar fusion. Food was fantastic and tasty.
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