Stella's Bistro

2109 Cedar Street, Berkeley

(510) 845-1942

Hours: Wednesday through Sunday, 8:00 am to 2:30 pm

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Where else might a Bay Area tea-lover sip the rarely tasted but absolutely delightful British tea, Fortnum & Mason, with its jasminesque aftertaste? Where might one enjoy a brunch menu that includes a grandmother's recipe for cornmeal pancakes with real maple syrup, french toast with pannetone and omelettes to order in an intimate atmosphere that includes a bit of San Francisco architectural history? Just off Shattuck, Stella's Bistro provides both indoor and outdoor seating for anyone looking for a bit of adventure and charm.

If lunch is your interest try the unusual homemade butter pickles with bread and chili sauce, or indulge in the satisfaction of meatloaf, mashed potatoes and a lovely gravy. And if you're looking for vegetarian fare savor the best bowl of East Bay tomato wild rice soup or whatever flavorful specialty Charles Forline--chef and owner of Stella's Bistro in North Berkeley--wishes to design that morning. Yes, homemade meals are Charles' specialties. And if that isn't enough, the intimate setting and fine service provides a neighborhood welcome. Charles will, if asked about the restaurant, even tell you stories of how the bistro houses artifacts of some of San Francisco's famous old buildings. What could be more lovely than this old fashioned enjoyment?

Crystal Reiss

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