Mudrakers Café — Restaurant in Berkeley

Mudraker's Cafe offers good food and coffee in a spacious, quiet environment. Owner Hazim offers friendly, personalized service and is always up for a chat with customers.

Hazim is so remarkably kind and attentive to customers that I must suspect his critics of un-cafe-like behavior that required his attention!

Drip coffee is well made and there is a full range of teas available. There are muffins and croissants and bagels for small meals. For more substantial meals, excellent salads and sandwiches are listed in the menu behind the counter.

Two outside tables get morning and afternoon sun on Telegraph Avenue. Inside seating includes a large back room where more serious students and remote workers tend to gather, as well as a German language class. The large couch in the front is comfortable seating for intimate couples and groups.

In an era dominated by cookie-cutter corporate coffee outlets, Mudraker's stands out for its originality and...

Had a craving for something sweet-carrot cake should due the trick. I asked the proprietor if it was today's and he said yes. It was the driest, stalest piece of cake I've ever had. On top of that, IT WAS $6!!! When I mentioned this to the owner, he ignored me. When I left I was more specific, you told me that cake was from today but it was really stale. No, he said, it's only two days old-they brought it in 2 days ago. (Forgetting he told me it was from today AND he was claiming it was delivered on Sunday. ) Did I mention...

A favorite when I'm in the nearby! Peaceful, healthy made-on-the-spot sandwiches with greens on the side (and other choices) plus yummy snacky-desserts and always-good coffee. Engaging works by local artists on the walls. The proprietor may not say much, but if you're one who listens to life, his every action seems to me to speak volumes. I always feel restored after taking a break there, and even when it gets busy again as we emerge from the shutdowns, I remember that the wonderful vibe was...