Vegan
American
Fast food
Delivery
Take-out
Bakery
Vegan delicatessen. Prepared meals are available as well as "cold case", "meats", and "cheeses" sold by the pound. Brunch on weekends. Delivery via DoorDash. Dogs welcome. Orders accepted in house and online. Desserts and frozen items available in store. Open Mon-Fri 11:00am-8:00pm, Sat 10:00am-8:00pm, Sun 10:00am-4:00pm.
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1954 University Ave, Berkeley, California, USA, 94704
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Added by Conniemm on 01 Mar 2016
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252 Reviews
First Review by JoshHyatt
sidneylbanks
Points +220
My favorite place ❤️ - Edit
Love the butchers son !! Amazing sandwiches, salads, deli section, and of course brunch on weekends. My favorite vegan restaurant in the bay
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-06-04
Pros: Free coffee at brunch 👀
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LaneErickson
Points +169
INCREDIBLE VIBE AND FOOD - Edit
How have I not rated this place before? My favorite vegan place in the Bay Area, at least for comfort food. Shizen is pretty nice… anyhow, especially with their beautiful rose garden, this is a great place for brunch on a sunny day.
Read morePros: Variety, Taste, Location
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Cassmula
Points +270
Just WOW!!! - Edit
Endless options! I tried two lol and they were amazing!!!!
Read morePros: So many choices , Sweet treats too!
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CatArmstrong
Points +50
A go-to stop when visiting - Edit
Haven't had anything bad from here. Get a rock road bar to go. You won't regret it.
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camilags
Points +385
Delicious Pastrami - Edit
Absolutely delicious food. I want to try the whole menu. Very satisfying, well seasoned, many options. The staff is very friendly.
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EarthyCrunchy
Points +239
Outstanding! Incredible! A triumph! - Edit
What is there to say that hasn’t already been said? This place is phenomenal. It has a huge menu, and I’ve yet to try something that wasn’t delicious. The tofu “mozzarella” sticks are a real highlight. The portions are very generous, so consider sharing a sandwich if you’re not too hungry.
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Brycew
Points +1623
Freakin Awesome!!! - Edit
Whether for brunch, lunch, or dinner, The Butcher’s Son is a tempting and satisfying place. The sandwiches are all made with love and the best ingredients. There is also free self-serve coffee at brunch
Read morePros: Lots of tasty options, To go deli products, Nice patio
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DinaVKourda
Points +80
Delicious AF - Edit
I ordered the Rueben on sourdough with mozzarella instead of rye and Swiss. It was soooo good. I also enjoyed a pistachio cannoli. The cannolis were sitting in a case so I thought they may be a little soggy. It was not, rather, it was perfect! The sandwich prices are a little high but really, the Rueben was so big, it would have been enough for two. I think I was the only customer who cleaned her plate; I saw other customers pack their leftovers to-go. The coffee is free (w oat or soy) so that was a bonus plus now I’ll be up all night. Indoor and outdoor seating. Ample street parking. Wish I lived in Berkeley.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-04-11
Pros: Service was excellent , Food was delicious AF , Vibe is so Bay Area
Cons: Prices a little high (but portions are huge), Parking may be a challenge during busy time
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LauraLene
Points +120
Excellent food - Edit
I just had the Tofu Scrambel but it was one of the best scrambles I had.
Read moreAlso a nice outdoor dining area.
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marriedavegan
Points +635
Amazing options - Edit
Went for dinner, so excited to try and was excellent. We shared the fishy appetizer, it was delicious and my favorite item we got. I had the pastrami which was also good. My son got the buffalo chicken sandwich also yummy. My wife got the fried squash sandwich, surprisingly tasty. To end had the strawberry cheesecake, very nice texture, wish it had a little more tanginess to it. If in Berkeley definitely stop here.
Read morePros: Great options , Friendly staff
Cons: Pricy
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LaurenC
Points +520
Incredible place, I wish I could go there all the time - Edit
The line was out the door when we came here for brunch, but it’s completely worth it. Food was just amazing. I can’t wait to go back.
Read morePros: Unique house-made meats, Delicious, So many options
Cons: They didn’t have real maple syrup. byo!
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M1L0
Points +32
So Good - Edit
This place is awesome, I have tried a few sandwiches but my favorite is FOR SURE the Chicken Fried Tofu sandwich.
Read moreI always get it without the sriracha mayo, because it’s a little too much for me, but I also ask for the Fried Tofu to be dipped in Buffalo Sauce, which just makes it the best thing ever.
Awesome outdoor area, that is shared with a Pizza place next door.
They always also have a great selection of Vegan meats, pasta salad, coleslaw, vegan chocolate bars, and delicious desserts.
Pros: Fully Vegan restaurant with nice people , Free Coffee & Unlimited sauce, Free pickle
Cons: Kinda expensive
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NoochNooch
Points +391
A must try! - Edit
I can’t say enough good things about this restaurant. I go here every time I am in Berkeley. Every holiday season I order their sides like stuffing and desserts. Their Mac salad is to die for and they have a great variety of items in their market. I love the ceasar salad with fried chikin and I also love the chikin parm sandwich that is served on garlic bread!
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Zurv
Points +1697
GET THE GARLIC FRIES - Edit
I really like this place. The pastrami Rubin was delicious! They even have donuts! My favorite tho was the garlic fries… so tasty. I liked the way pesto chicken too. Super tasty! Oh and the pickles are really fresh and crisp.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-02-03
Pros: Staff was friendly, Nice location
Cons: Expensive
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alpaca15
Points +155
Lives up to the hype - Edit
Wish I could give more than 5 stars! I’m usually wary of sandwich shops because the food is often very heavy. Not so here. I tried the Killer BLAT and it was super filling and amazingly delicious without any of that heavy, greasy feeling. You can taste the quality in the ingredients. It tasted so good I ate way more than I normally do, every bite is addictively delicious!
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wcs
Points +47
Vegan Comfort Food - Edit
I love to come here when I’m in the mood for vegan comfort food. The menu is extensive and everything I’ve tried here is delicious! #Veganuary
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Wickedveganghoul
Points +1316
Must stop worth a trip! - Edit
A must stop while in Berkeley!
Read moreTheir food is so delicious seriously you must stop by!
First time was a few years ago and we loved it! I was finally able to upload the photos.
Everything I’ve tried is so delicious!
The chik’n burger, Philly cheese, desserts!
They have where you can buy vegan sandwich meats, sauces and more!
Other restaurants like Timmy Gingers uses their sandwich meats!
Updated from previous review on 2024-10-10
Pros: 100% Vegan amazing foods! , Employees are awesome!
Cons: Parking is hard, Drink selection is small , Not enough of them
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CorissaMarie
Points +3183
Best option in San Fran area - Edit
We were saddened by the lack of good looking options in the San Fran area but were so happy we made the drive here to try this awesome food. So good we went back again before we headed out of town.
Read moreHCMex
Lack of good options??? There's nothing BUT good options out here
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LisaMulligan
Points +121
Can’t say enough good things about this place - Edit
Everything was amazing! I got the BBQ pork sandwich and hubby got the chik’n and pickles - both delicious, especially with the potato salad. Also got chocolate chip cookies and cheesecake that were out of this world.
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Crazygoober
Points +42
Delicious - Edit
I been there many times, the sandwiches are so good,the cheese cake,the donuts, everything 🤤
Read morePros: Dounut stuffed pancake, Stake & sandwich , Chicken parm sandwich
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Norcal2017
Points +634
Been awhile since my last visit 2017 - Edit
Can't believe it's been that long since last review. Not much had changed with the overall establishment.
Read moreKiller Blat was chicken mostly, pulled high with lettuce tomato and peppers on toasted bread with avocado spread. Hard to find the bacon and flavor but still pretty decent. Messy to deal with and high stacked for small mouths😁. Somehow managed to plow through.
Add on fries w with crispy and thin the way I like.
Don't skip the pickle, free on request. A real deli style pickle, crunchy and sour.
Nice and quiet since it was a late 3pm lunch. Quick service and friendly greeting.
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Zombiecynthia
Points +6294
East Bay Vegan Gem Since 2015 - Edit
Hadn’t been back since they relocated from their previous location, circa pre-pandemic! Mac Salad still tasty as always! I was going to order my usual, grilled cheese but the friendly personnel recommended the Killer BLAT! Totally hit the spot!
Read moreHighly recommend to vegans and non-vegans! It’s also super close to the UC Theater so you can grab a bite before a show!
Updated from previous review on 2017-03-28
Pros: Fully Vegan/Plant-Based Establishment , Awesome Large Location w/Outdoor Seating, Food is Super Satisfying and Tasty!!!
Cons: Spendy but worth it imo, Closed After Shows (Not Open Late Night)
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Sjjk12
Points +1123
Vegan Deli and Outdoor Patio - Edit
A great place to go to find homemade deli slices on thoughtfully crafted sandwiches! It’s hard to find this anywhere- let alone the Bay Area, and while they have an extensive menu, don’t think too hard because all the sandwiches are a hit!
Read moreI went for lunch and shared a smoked pastrami and Buffalo chicken sandwich with garlic fries. Their fries are also insane! Free coffee and assortment of condiments made the experience even better.
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TritiumRobin
Points +222
Berkeley Classic - Edit
Every vegan who finds themselves in Berkeley should go here! Great sandwich spot 😄
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andyjng
Points +5583
Best Deli in the Bay - Edit
Checked out The Butcher's Son after having heard about it and us being in the area for Bizerkeley Food Fest. We escaped the lines to find a good meal and they absolutely did not disappoint.
Read moreTheir sandwich selection here was incredibly extensive that it made it hard to choose. I ultimately with their Fried Chicken Caesar with Garlic Fries ($20) and had a humongous, crispy plant-based chicken sandwich with all the salad's fixings you could ask for. The sandwich was so big that I ended up saving 1/3 of it for dinner and I sit here still feeling pretty full.
My friend's also enjoyed their two sandwiches - one got the BLAT and another a Chicken Bagel Sandwich. Oh, and the free coffee and water stations were both nice touches to include.
Now I did notice the amount of garlic fries I got was not a lot when I scroll through pics from earlier this year - man, people's plates were JAMMED with fries but mine pale in comparison lol. They're still good though!
Pros: Fully vegan menu, Lots of sandwich options, Free coffee and water
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lvd
Points +507
Good comfort food - Edit
Visiting from out of state, I had to try this spot. Loved all of the options, but especially loved the Climax blue cheese. I want to buy it. The steak gyro was super flavorful.
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sayurii
Points +438
Didn’t like the chicken parm - Edit
Did not like the chicken parm, the chicken was tasteless, it was small compared to the bread.
Read moreThe garlic fries was full of oil.
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