July 13, 2015

Berkeley: Saturn Cafe (CLOSED); restaurant review

80 North

Saturn Cafe  

CLOSED  2175 Allston Way/Oxford St., downtown.  L-D daily, SatSunBr; $$.

Located across the street from the U.C. campus, this outer space-themed spot with a bright-pink interior is a good place for a simple and quick lunch or dinner.

interior of Saturn Cafe in Berkeley, California
interior of Saturn Cafe in Berkeley, California


There are plenty of comfy booths at Saturn Cafe, and tables have whimsical, conversation-inducing, food-themed still-life collages under their glass tops.

still-life under glass table at Saturn Cafe in Berkeley, California
still-life under glass table at Saturn Cafe in Berkeley, California


still life at Saturn Cafe in Berkeley, California
still life at Saturn Cafe in Berkeley, California


The menu features vegetarian-style traditional American diner fare, with vegan and gluten-free options.  The no-brainer meal to order is a burger--they come on a healthy whole-wheat bun--with a side of either the crispy regular fries or the really good sweet potato fries or a cup of thick tomato soup.

veggie burger and tomato soup at Saturn Cafe in Berkeley, California
veggie burger and tomato soup at Saturn Cafe in Berkeley, California


And, of course, a milkshake—perhaps the seasonal special or the vegan version peanut butter-chocolate topped with coconut whipped cream.  On the other hand, I really enjoyed my traditional root beer float with vanilla ice cream.  More items that sound worth a try are a chicken-avocado sandwich, taquitos stuffed with black beans and tacos filled with potato, the porter float with vanilla bean soy ice cream, and vegan gluten-free cupcakes.  Service is quick and attentive, portions are big, and breakfast is served all day.  Don’t expect romantic—this place is ear-piercingly noisy and perfect for families.

veggie omelette at Saturn Cafe in Berkeley, California
veggie omelette at Saturn Cafe in Berkeley, California



More vegan-vegetarian restaurants in Berkeley.

More things to do in Berkeley.

Way more things to do in Berkeley. 

More ideas for exploring Northern California. 

images ©2015 Carole Terwilliger Meyers 

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