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Comal Berkeley Reviews
Visited this place with my friend after a bad experience at
Visited this place with my friend after a bad experience at a wine spot. We just walked and found it while looking for another wine spot. This place is very cute. I loved the employee that greeted us, her hair, her glasses and her overall look. It wa
The best way to experience a Cal Football game.
Get dinner and a drink... or two... and walk it off up to the stadium. INCREDIBLE food.
I would recommend- but more for the amazing ambiance and
I would recommend- but more for the amazing ambiance and good service, than the actual food. The decor and dim lighting sets a vibe and hits the spot! The rear of the restaurant opens out to a garden (at night the lighting is the best) and made me t
The ambiance at Comal is lively, and the service is
The ambiance at Comal is lively, and the service is friendly and attentive. But the food is godawful, a pale imitation of genuine Mexican food bereft of flavor. The bland guacamole lacks both salt and spice and thus leaves no trace of taste on the pa
So...... went there recently on a Wednesday evening
So...... went there recently on a Wednesday evening approximately 5 PM. The two hostesses were very rude. Asked if we had a reservation. We did not there was maybe two parties in the dining room and five parties on the patio. We asked to sit on the p
I've always loved Comal.
Have come here for receptions hosted through UC Berkeley, for casual get togethers with friends and for special celebrations. Ambiance and food are usually good and it's been a nice combo for a casual, yet a little special, evening out. Tonight
I promise you.
.. your local mom and pop taqueria is making much better food, without the pretension, wait time, or $200 check, with a tip that's optional. I came to Comal for my birthday, it was also my first visit; as many have noted they simply do not ca
We used to love Comal and went there for fun date nights
We used to love Comal and went there for fun date nights and group dinners. The food quality has gone way downhill. The cocktails are still great as are the chips and guacamole. But otherwise, the food was not good and was way overpriced. You're
An eaters' restaurant: Great vibe in downtown Berkeley,
An eaters' restaurant: Great vibe in downtown Berkeley, this pre-show hot spot serves up some of the most delicious margaritas and guacamole (I am never excited about guacamole...this one I am). Service is friendly and fast, and they work t
I was feeling kinda sad today.
I didn't want to make dinner. I didn't want to go out for dinner. Sigh. So I DoorDash Comal. And now I have to go to this restaurant!! I ordered a chicken burrito, a next door salad and chips w guacamole and salsa. Sweet Lord in the Manger!
Got a bunch of things on the menu.
The cauliflower quesadilla was the best. Great flavor. 10/10 Chips salsa and guac were very yummy 9/10 Fries 9/10( the dip was very weird ( fatty greasy texture... intriguing... I was eating for the texture not the flavor... none of us liked it much
Overrated for sure.
The seven of us went for a birthday celebration. Even though we had a rez, we seated in the dark back patio—not exactly a festive atmosphere. Family-style platters brought out; food was only “OK,” nothing to bring us back again, especially when
DRINKS
All the bartenders rock. Great martinis. Sometimes it gets packed, so get there early. Erica our server was very gentle and polite and waited on us like we were special
Nice back patio.
Staff is fine but needs to be more attentive, my order was wrong + I had to chase them down to correct it because no one asked if everything was ok. Issue was resolved quickly and professionally, stuff happens. Food is very subpar. It is the sooo bla
Came here with a group for dinner.
It was absolutely delicious. The food was abundant, the salad was delicious, I enjoyed each section of food and the drink I had. Service was fast and even though the had to substitute a few dishes, we had a great time. The back patio is a great place
Pretty decent meal here.
Came here because of a Gastropod podcast episode on its unique acoustics. Not sure I totally appreciated the effect, and there was music playing, but it wasn't too loud. Highlights were an eggplant/seed dip and a salad. Maybe next time have a sa
It was July 4th, and we were looking to escape the heat in
It was July 4th, and we were looking to escape the heat in Walnut Creek. We headed to Dona but discovered they were closed, so we called Comal. They said they had plenty of room, so we headed over there. Anyone giving this restaurant low marks for no
loved the flan.
And the enchiladas. And the tequila shots! But most of all, the wait staff, hostesses and back-up crew were all super-nice, helpful and friendly. Plus, considering the food quality, service and atmosphere, it wasn't all that expensive.
Well described in Intro aa Mexican-inspired, I found Comal
Well described in Intro aa Mexican-inspired, I found Comal to be very good. Open and nice interior that invited a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Food was interesting and inventive. Staff was friendly and attentive. Pricing seemed fair and I think they i
This has been a great spot for both family and date nights
This has been a great spot for both family and date nights :) service is always friendly, and they're always willing to share their favourite dishes on the menu with us. I love the rotating menu of the seasons, and the flavours that each dish brings
We chose Comal to host a 50th birthday celebration.
It was the event of a lifetime. Not only is the space so beautiful, but cocktails, food, and service are top notch. I wouldn't hesitate to host another event there for a second. And anyone who's considering it - just do it! You won't be disappointed.
Great Mexican spot in Berkeley.
Great atmosphere, service and the food is solid. Love the drinks and feel of the place. Definitely give it a shot.
Great staff, love the ambience and patio, and consistently
Great staff, love the ambience and patio, and consistently tasty menu. One of my favorite berkeley spots. Bartenders are so fun, sit at the bar!
No food the whole night, left hungry
The problem was that since I've restrictions (chilly and hot spicy foods) they were not able to accommodate any dishes to my limitations, except boiled beans which had no flavour. I was part of a group dinner and even though the organizers forwarded
Definitely worth going!
Friendly service with spectacular food and reasonably priced. We had a front window table and the ambiance was perfect.
Did not meet expectations!
I was so excited to go to Comal as it was listed as a “must-go” place in Berkeley. As it is considered a pioneer in high-end Mexican food. Honestly, I was not impressed - it was average in quality and the waitstaff could not wait to get you out.
Wonderful dinner in this terrific restaurant!
Comal is a vibrant, inviting restaurant conveniently located near the Downtown Berkeley BART station. You are immediately greeted warmly by the hosts, which sets the tone for the experience. The restaurant has a nice dining room and open kitchen in t
Great Mexican comida
Absolutely terrific food, excellent ambience, gracious server, rapid service. We were so grateful to try a new place and both be utterly delighted. Latin fare doesn't get any better than Comal. I hope they open a branch in our hometown of Asheville.
I was expecting a little more.
My daughter who studies in Cal and I went to get lunch at Comal. Google showed them as being closed at 1:00pm but to our surprise it was open . We ordered each of the meat tacos and did a taste off. The Carnitas was my favorite, Chicken was okay, Al
I made a group reservation for 18 in the back patio and was
I made a group reservation for 18 in the back patio and was charged a deposit of $250 to confirm the reservation. I was emailed the night before by the venue cancelling the reservation due to rain (not even 24 hrs notice). They offered no alternative
Food is great.
Atmosphere fun, breezy. Guac & chips review (becuz let's face it, if they can't get that right it ain't gonna be muy rica): chips were , perfect crispiness, perfect oiliness, perfect salt. Guac: very good. Came with 3 salsas, I prefer the smoky o
The place was packed again and for good reason - the drinks
The place was packed again and for good reason - the drinks are excellent, the food was great and the outdoor seating was nice and warm. We've been here several times in the past few years and we always have a good experience. In sunny weather the
Came out to Comal to bond with my boss and it was
Came out to Comal to bond with my boss and it was great!There is a parking structure within two blocks. There is also street parking but can be difficult to find, depending on the time you go.Came to the location around 6:30 and the atmosphere is so
Super yummy mexican/South America cuisine that was simple
Super yummy mexican/South America cuisine that was simple but so yummy. We had a variety of dishes, including the roasted chicken, which was super juicy, well seasoned, and served beautifully. Excellent service. The front desk was a bit lazy, but th
Second time here and probably the last !One of the worst
Second time here and probably the last !One of the worst dining experiences in a while ... Our server was a a middle aged female and although the restaurant was not fully pack but she seemed to be running around like a MAD woman ... menus were tosse
Somewhat disappointing
Ate here jan 2023 for family dinner Parking limited to meter street parking in front of restaurant. Made my reso well in advance, but when we arrived they sat us by the backdoor (even tho we asked if there was any other place to sit) to the patio whe
Excellent shared menu, great service, wonderful cocktails.
We really enjoyed ourselves.
Overpriced and overrated.
The first thing I noticed is almost no one dining there looked Mexican. That was not a good sign already. The food that came a little later just confirmed my fear. It's unauthentic! If you like Americanized "Mexican" food, you will probably
Comal is wonderful! The food is great, as is the service.
The drinks are fantastic. And the ambiance is fun. Recommend!
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