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Saul's Restaurant & Deli

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Gourmet Ghetto, Berkeley

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Ranked #5 for breakfast food in Berkeley
"Order the Pastrami Ruski, latkes, and a beer on tap"(3 Tips)
"The absolute best corned beef and pastrami sandwiches around!"(6 Tips)
"Love the matzo ball soup, the pickles, and the blintzes."(4 Tips)
"malawach Yemeni pancake"(3 Tips)

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Nicholas HartNovember 3, 2014
One of my favorite restaurants in Berkeley. Great old fashioned Jewish deli sandwiches like Reubens and patty melts. They even have tongue on rye if you're into that kinda thing. Free pickles too!
Fodor's TravelJuly 25, 2018
High ceilings and red-leather booths add to the friendly, retro atmosphere of Saul's deli, a Berkeley institution that is well known for its homemade sodas and enormous sandwiches. Read more
Sean RouseMarch 21, 2016
Been here 25+ times
Try the Stuffed Cabbage Rolls - Cabbage stuffed with ground beef, carrots & spices. Served w/ veggies & mashed potatoes (via @Foodspotting)
m dJune 13, 2016
I love the sandwich here. Must have corned beef sandwich and pickles. Next is metzo ball soup.
Olivia PMay 26, 2017
Love Saul's restaurant! Lovely selection of Israeli influenced dishes. The chicken schnitzel is so good! It's not your typical German style - instead it's breading has middle eastern spices in it!
Brandon ArbiterFebruary 11, 2020
We love the sabich platter, malawach Yemeni pancake, and mushroom Reuben (availabile on mariposa gluten-free bread)
Kevin StappDecember 3, 2018
The Kippers & eggs with a bagel was a delicious breakfast. Excellent , friendly service at this popular neighborhood spot
Ronan Flynn-CurranJuly 5, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Great Jewish deli eats. Usually stuff my face with latkes, pickles, pastrami and more pickles. Busy at weekends for brunch, but we'll worth a visit.
Pacific UnionMarch 27, 2013
The bagels are so good here! Really nice spot for breakfast/brunch or lunch. Love the matzo ball soup, the pickles, and the blintzes. Be prepared to wait on the weekend.
Brian StraussDecember 3, 2014
Considering that Saul's exists on the West Coast -- a coast that just doesn't understand real deli, Saul's latkes, pastrami, and matzo balls are excellent.
Jim AndersonOctober 1, 2013
Try the Pastrami Sandwich - I know...I'm predictable. But Pastrami is one of those "quest" foods. I'm always looking for the best ever! This was great!
Jeffrey BarrettNovember 15, 2014
Free pickle plate appetizer is a winner although full and half sour don't hold a candle to the dill. Don't miss the homemade sodas!
Milli ParkusNovember 29, 2016
Love this place! Very good Jewish food😊👍🏼 parking is hard but will still go there!
Sean RouseMarch 9, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Try the Morning Salad - Poached egg, diced pastrami on a bed of mixed greens. It's a nice low carb alternative to the Deli Hash.
Joey PiscitelliOctober 6, 2013
The knishes are great. The food and atmosphere may enable you to feel like you're in a New York deli.
Tasting TableJune 27, 2012
Try the malawach, or Yemeni pancake. The chef covers this glossy, flaky pastry round with a thick tomato sauce and flecks of fresh mint: Read more
Judy HAugust 18, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Have breakfast at Saul's and then go to Berkeley Hort! Food and plants, what a great way to spend a sat and sun!
Mr_SkotAugust 3, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Salami and eggs are back in action! Be sure to swap in a bagel & cream cheese instead of toast, too!
José RodríguezJanuary 26, 2010
Been here 100+ times
The sandwich specials (especially nos. 1 and 3) are a nice addition to the lunch menu. Always good. Always high quality! Been a Saul's fan since they opened in the 1980s!
Libby Lee-EganSeptember 3, 2017
The half order of the deli hash is a very small amount of food. But! There only bagel tops, no bottoms
christa eApril 20, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Pastrami Reuben, pastrami sandwich, pickles, an chocolate pudding are all AMAZING.
Andrew WilsonSeptember 20, 2014
Boiled salt bagels are so hard to find on the West coast, but Saul's has got you covered.
Luis Gachuz-MezaApril 2, 2013
Been here 100+ times
Do yourself a favor and order their cheesecake; it is heavenly!!!!
Omer ZachJuly 30, 2016
The best pastrami I've ever had. Good beers on tap, too.
Alice FerrisOctober 1, 2013
Try the Latkes - These are the biggest latkes I've ever seen. Delicious.
ScottySauceSeptember 19, 2014
The absolute best corned beef and pastrami sandwiches around!
Sir Francis WestSeptember 10, 2016
Hummus with mushrooms and onions. Eggs Benedict with spinach.
Craig VillamorFebruary 7, 2015
The Reuben with pastrami is amazing. Order it!
Olivia PJuly 17, 2017
Can't believe I'm saying this but I like the food here better than any deli in NYC.
Maggie SheldonJuly 29, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Great bagels, latkes, shakshuka! Delicious!
Nurcan SonmezFebruary 22, 2017
My favorite Brunch place in Berkeley ❤
Karl HobartJuly 30, 2011
Their catering platters are great for parties, with a generous spread of corned beef, pastrami and turkey!
Jim AndersonOctober 1, 2013
Try the Potato Knish - Really good, especially with Horseradish.
Ira SerkesSeptember 12, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Great place for informal meetings - sit at the back for privacy
Alice FerrisOctober 1, 2013
Try the Hamentashen - This one had poppyseed filling. A little dry, but the flavor was good.
Jorge JustApril 6, 2014
The potato salad comes out of a can. They just add bell peppers and pickles to it.
Kian LaviJune 23, 2022
Been here 10+ times
The best Jewish food in Berkeley. Hands-down
Jim AndersonOctober 1, 2013
Try the chopped liver - This wasn't "chopped liver" but it was Chopped Liver...and look, someone is hungry!
Lesli MackMarch 10, 2019
Sandwiches, portion size is small for deli food but it is good quality.
Jamie Dubs WOctober 27, 2013
Order the Pastrami Ruski, latkes, and a beer on tap
Damian CookseySeptember 30, 2010
Blintzes are awesome. Sit facing away from the street during the day to avoid being blinded by the sun reflecting off cars.
Sean RouseNovember 28, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Chicken in a Pot - good for when you have a cold and good when don't
Luis Gachuz-MezaAugust 31, 2011
Been here 100+ times
Be nice to the staff and they will definitely appreciate you. We always get excellent service!!!
Carrie SOctober 2, 2012
house made strawberry soda is fantastic!
Diana ArzFebruary 25, 2018
Really great pickles 🤗
Elijah ColpittsMarch 27, 2015
Portions are gigantic, pickles are fantastic
AyseApril 1, 2018
I had cobbish salad, it was delicious
Alice FerrisSeptember 30, 2013
Try the chopped liver - not the prettiest food, but darn tasty.
José RodríguezJanuary 26, 2010
Been here 100+ times
Also can't say enough about their hash and their Yemenite special at breakfast. The Trumer Pilsner pint goes well with most dishes... :)
Ira SerkesSeptember 26, 2011
Been here 25+ times
The TEO - Trout Eggs Omelette is very good - don't let my photo fool you

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