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Berkeley Repertory Theatre
Performing arts theater
Longtime performing arts venue with 2 stages for live productions & an acting school.
4.80 (741 reviews)
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The Greek Theatre
Amphitheater
Located at UC Berkeley, this popular outdoor spot draws well-known bands & other events.
$$$ $
4.70 (2.7K reviews)
3
Cal Performances
Performing arts theater
Modern facility with a large auditorium & 500-seat playhouse for concerts & other theatrical events.
4.70 (725 reviews)
5
Alternative Music Foundation
Live music venue
Volunteer-run, all-ages indie music & art space where some big-name punk bands got their start.
4.80 (239 reviews)
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The Starry Plough Pub
Pub
Irish standby for pints, pub grub & entertainment like open-mike nights, Celtic music jams & more.
$ $$$
4.60 (665 reviews)
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Jupiter
Pizza restaurant
A 2-story venue & beer garden that serves up wood-fired pizzas plus handcrafted beers & ales.
$$ $$
4.50 (3.5K reviews)
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Berkeley Playhouse
Performing arts theater
Designed as a church in 1908 & crafted of redwood, this cozy theater now presents plays & musicals.
4.70 (291 reviews)
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Sliver Pizzeria
Pizza restaurant
Socially conscious pie parlor showcases specialty pizzas, a full bar & live bands in a funky space.
$ $$$
4.50 (1.1K reviews)
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Freight & Salvage
Arts organization
Local institution showcasing folk music from around the globe in an intimate setting.
$$ $$
4.80 (183 reviews)
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Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community Center
Non-profit organization
👍👍 Parking nearby, I walked past some cute homes to get to this Berkeley institution. The staff were friendly and the clientele were older and clustered into cliques around tables. Everyone seemed friendly and the music was interesting, and some die hards began dancing into the night.
4.70 (244 reviews)
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Cafe Leila
Cafe
With a spacious patio & occasional live jazz, this local cafe offers more than just healthy dishes.
$$ $$
4.40 (960 reviews)
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The Faculty Club
Club
👍👍 Great spot for grad students and faculty. A place to take visitors and special guests and also a great option for lunch during a busy week on campus.
Hidden away in the trees behind Haas School of Business makes the venue feel more private. A good variety of menu options for hot lunch, breakfast o...
4.50 (242 reviews)
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The Back Room
Live music venue
👍👍 Informal music room and what every jazz venue should be. A brilliant pace to make music. I totally loved it.
4.60 (172 reviews)
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Aurora Theatre Company
Performing arts theater
This intimate venue hosts independent dramatic performances with an arty, intellectual focus.
4.70 (113 reviews)
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Vault Cafe
American restaurant
Spacious, comfy eatery with chill environs for filling portions of classic American comfort food.
$ $$$
4.30 (472 reviews)