Venus Restaurant serves Berkeley, CA and is located in the 94704 ZIP code.
Reviews for Venus Restaurant
Venus Restaurant received an average rating of 4.30 out of 5 stars from 20 reviews.
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by steve on 10/7/2021
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by Gabriel on 12/4/2021
The cozy brick-walled dining room is where local purveyors head when they crave an uber-fresh meal crafted from their own lovingly grown products. Here, they sit shoulder-to-shoulder with diverse Berkeley couplets and foursomes, sharing… Read Full Editorial
Lovely brunch by Jenny P via Insider Pages on 2/24/2010
I came in here with a friend one weekend for brunch. I had the Indian brunch and it was quite delicious. It wasn't too oily, and consisted of scrambled eggs with Indian spices and vegetables, a hash-brown-like item (may have been made with…
Good chicken by E C via Insider Pages on 1/12/2009
This is a really small restaurant that serves up really big food. The chicken here is so tender it is crazy. It is never dry and always well seasoned.
Terrible Service by nycbumm via Citysearch on 11/25/2008
Three of us go for dinner and have a reservation. My daughter and son-in-law both ordered the butternut squash soup and she ordered a gnocchi appetizer and a latte. I ordered a fettucini dish. Both soups arrive and they are luke warm. …
delicious food and solid service by fattiusthebear via Menuism on 7/27/2008
Venus a nice place to eat at for a slightly fancier and higher quality meal, compared to many Berkeley...
Great Idea, Pretty Good Experience by josebove via Citysearch on 10/1/2006
I liked Venus, but two elements of the experience tainted our meal. First, the restaurant is very poorly ventilated. We came out smelling like we just had dinner at a roadside burger joint. It's not right to have a gourmet, high-end meal…
Cute! Good food. by irenett via Citysearch on 8/26/2006
In reading some of the negative reviews of Venus, I can understand how bad service can taint an experience. But, I must say I haven't had any bad experiences at Venus. Every time I've gone, I've gotten great service and the food has been…
Oh man...BEST Pancakes by Dora W. via Judy's Book on 8/14/2006
My friend recently took me to Venus on Shattuck and oh man, are their breakfast items delicious. They have these things called Luxury Flaps for weekend brunch and they have fresh strawberry syrup with fresh strawberry butter. I was in…
Brunch is yummy! Lemon ricotta pancakes are divine. by oakelle via Citysearch on 7/22/2006
I would go back for the lemon ricotta pancakes any time. There's quite a wait on weekends, but the brunches are worth it. Been for dinner and I have to say I prefer Venus for brunch.
My All-Time Favorite Brunch by risac_us via Citysearch on 4/11/2006
This place is fantastic. I start salivating just thinking about the food. Not only do they have the best french toast I have ever tasted (made with Challah bread and occasionally stuffed with ricotta), but everything I have ever tasted…
Amazing execution by 4daychef via Citysearch on 3/22/2006
Amy Murray appears cool and hip, and her food shows it. I'm not particularly into goat cheese but I ate it up with the rest of the Heirloom Apple Salad. At first glance, the ingredient combos seemed intimidating on the menu, but the…
very inspiring by dionisia via Citysearch on 11/2/2005
Wonderful ambiance in addition to exquisite organic cuisine. Service has always been fabulous, the wait staff is personable and fun. It is definitely worth the wait if there is a line.
User review by kj8108 by kj8108 via Citysearch on 9/24/2005
Large portions, friendly staff, and delicioius organic cuisine. Every time I walk in the door I am greeted by large smiles, friendly people, beautiful unique flower arrangements, local artwork, and interesting new items on the menu and…
Nice, cozy place. by Helen C. via Judy's Book on 9/13/2005
Small, very cozy. Food is not bad.
Avoid breakfast by mr_orbit via Citysearch on 9/3/2005
Noisy, crowded, and the food is uninspiring. Why did this get such a good review?!? I went a few more times, no change. I had to go get my own coffee (cold). If management is so good why do they maintain such an incompetent staff. Why they…
Friendly Morning by lindahldaughter via Citysearch on 8/22/2005
Great place for a friend and you to meet, have a nice relaxed breakfast or bite to eat, and get on with your day. Nice environment, and good service.
Horrible service by iyl82 via Citysearch on 7/19/2005
Food was unmemorable, but the service was, in a bad way. The waiter made us wait atleast 15 minutes before he bothered to take our orders because he was busy chatting behind the bar with coworkers. When we told he we were in a hurry (we…
Venus is a Berkeley Treasure by Virginia T. via Judy's Book on 7/1/2005
Venus is one of Berkeley’s many tiny treasures. It’s always crowded and the menu is short but filled with delightful dishes. Goat cheese is generously placed in quite a number of dishes and breakfasts often have lemon curd, fruit compote…
American bistro cuisine with an international twist and a warm, casual atmosphere make this restaurant a downtown Berkeley hit. by Contributor via Citysearch on 10/27/2004
The Scene
With brick walls, a collection of art gathered with a personal touch and an open kitchen, this casual spot feels like a favorite hangout as soon as you walk through the door. The local crowd mixes students with downtown…
Great food; worth the wait by Clickie via Citysearch on 5/28/2003
My husband and I have enjoyed Amy's food since the days of the Happy Belly Café. She has really great brunches: pretty much anything on the menu is tasty. I love her home fries and roasted potatoes. At dinner, if it's available,…
Wonderful place by ipomaea via Citysearch on 5/7/2003
I love Venus - I have always had great food and great service there, and I go often. My only complaint is that too many other people want to eat there on weekends and the line can get long. The variety of food is great, and quality of the…
