It is rare that a ""living legend"" can match unbelievably high expectations, but this one definitely delivered. The food (and the philosophy behind it) is wonderful, and the atmosphere is perfect (not nearly as stuffy as most top-notch places).
While everyone is entitled to their opinions, I'm really confused how the disgruntled reviewers on this list got so upset or had bad experiences. Perhaps they dont like having no choices, or perhaps they didnt like that evenings menu (not that I understand how that would be possible). But, at least for my night in Berkley, I walked away feeling unbelievably pleased with my experience at this temple of California cuisine.
Pros: Service, Philosophy about food, Quality
more