Epicurious Garden | Gourmet takeout located in Berkeley's Gourmet Ghetto

“Eating here is extremely zen, the setting in the garden is so peaceful especially on a nice day, the food is very tasty, and of course the tea supreme. I would recommend the place in a heartbeat.” – Jane R

“It’s hard to fathom Berkeley’s gourmet ghetto getting more gourmet, but it’s about to. Soon, East Bay Foodies will have a new one-stop spot to pick up a wide range of delectable food-on-the-go.”

“It has a little bit of a mini-village feel. What could be better?” – Keltner

“Our goal is to be the Rolls-Royce of take-out – to make people’s home their own four-star restaurant.”

“Love the patio, great casual dining spot.” – Rissa C.

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