The Butcher’s Son Vegan Delicatessen & Bakery
Welcome to The Butcher’s Son Vegan Delicatessen & Bakery, a must-visit spot in Berkeley, CA for all things plant-based and delicious. This unique establishment offers a wide range of vegan options, from sandwiches and salads to appetizers and desserts. With a menu that caters to all palates, The Butcher’s Son is sure to satisfy both vegans and non-vegans alike.
One of the standout items on the menu is the Killer BLAT Sandwich, a mouthwatering creation served on sliced sourdough with fried chicken, mayo, lettuce, tomato, bacon, pickled jalapeno, and smashed avocado. The flavors blend perfectly, creating a satisfying and indulgent sandwich experience.
If you're in the mood for something lighter, the Classic Caesar Salad is a refreshing option, featuring chopped little gems lettuce with creamy Caesar dressing, fried capers, Parmesan, and croutons. Each bite is bursting with flavor, making it a perfect choice for a light and satisfying meal.
For those with a sweet tooth, the Cannoli is a must-try dessert option. Available in both chocolate and pistachio flavors, this treat is the perfect way to end your meal on a sweet note.
With its welcoming atmosphere, abundance of outdoor seating, and friendly staff, The Butcher’s Son Vegan Delicatessen & Bakery is more than just a restaurant – it's an experience. Whether you're a long-time vegan or simply looking to explore plant-based options, this establishment is sure to leave a lasting impression.
- Location: 1954 University Ave Berkeley, CA 94704
- Phone Number: (510) 984-0818
- Offers: Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Vegan Options, Catering
- Features: Outdoor Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Dog-Friendly
The Butcher’s Son Vegan Delicatessen & Bakery Menu
Location
Address: 1954 University Ave Berkeley, CA 94704
Phone: (510) 984-0818
Business info
- Offers DeliveryYes
- Offers TakeoutYes
- ReservationsNo
- Vegan OptionsYes
- Wheelchair accessibleYes
- Accepts Credit CardsYes
- Accepts Android PayYes
- Accepts Apple PayYes
- Accepts CryptocurrencyNo
- Outdoor SeatingYes
- Hipster, Classy, CasualYes
- Moderate NoiseYes
- Offers CateringYes
- Good for GroupsYes
- Good For KidsYes
- Good for Brunch, LunchYes
- Street ParkingYes
- Beer & Wine OnlyYes
- Dogs AllowedYes
- Women-ownedYes
- Heated Outdoor SeatingYes
- Covered Outdoor SeatingYes
- Gender-neutral restroomsYes
- Waiter ServiceNo
- Wi-FiNo
- TVNo
- Bike ParkingYes
- Bring your own container allowedYes
- Compostable containers availableYes
- Plastic-free packagingYes
- Provides reusable tablewareYes
Last Reviews
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Author: Emma C.
Best vegan food in Berkeley! I've come here several times just to get the buffalo "chicken" sandwich. The portion is pretty big and is so tasty. The sandwich is delicious with plenty of sauce. There is plenty of outdoor seating which is a plus, the patio is super cute. Food usually comes pretty fast. Service has been good, everyone i've encountered is friendly. A little pricy, but worth it for good food.
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Author: Jenny T.
I stopped by to grab dinner on a Thursday right before closing. I ordered the breaded "chicken" sandwich with fries and a side of macaroni salad. My food was ready pretty quickly after ordering. I appreciate that it wasn't an issue that I came close to closing. The sandwich was a lot bigger than I expected. It was fried perfectly. The fries were spot on. I enjoyed the macaroni salad, but I could have done without the fake bacon. TL;DR - amazing vegan place with comfort classics
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Author: Elizabeth S.
two words: pistachio cannoli. you're welcome. the "something healthy" salad is also surprisingly good; lemony dressing really makes it. would totally recommend. other menu items are also decent but the two above are most noteworthy from what I've tried I dig vegan food so I like the butcher's son. but even though it's advertised as a deli, the taste is definitely vegan, so please don't come here expecting cauliflower to legit taste like chicken. appreciate it for what it is great customer service, will be back
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Author: Vijay N.
I had heard about the butcher son deli for a while (actually my girlfriend mentioned it to me pretty early on when we started dating) but I finally had the opportunity to go earlier today. He stopped by around 2 PM on a Saturday and the place was fairly busy. The restaurant itself spacious with both indoor seating and plenty of outdoor seating. Ordering is done at the front, and you're given a number which is used for service to bring your food . For our meal, my girlfriend and I ordered a chopped cheese sandwich, a buffalo chicken sandwich in order of mozzarella sticks, and the bacon salad . We were able to find seating outside and food came out within 10 minutes or so. Everything we had was pretty solid - the macaroni salad was surprisingly good. I'm not sure what they uses their mayo alternative, but whatever it was hit the spot. I personally didn't get much of the taste, but whatever they use is the alternate definitely had the right texture. Mozzarella sticks were... Interesting. While the texture on the exterior was perfect (crispy, and fried to perfection) the interior felt more like a fried polenta or mashed potato filling. There was no pool whatsoever, but the taste of it was pretty good especially paired with marinara sauce. For the Buffalo chicken sandwich was the highlight of the meal - I believe they use seitan as their meat alternative and it really does a good job of providing the same bite as a chicken breast. The buffalo sauce coating seep very nicely into the fried batter of the chicken and the ranch they made was incredible. The chop cheese was also pretty solid . The caramelized onions and meat alternative definitely carried the meal the alternative while good was a little overbearing, especially in the middle of the sandwich when they happen to be a huge glob of it. I personally wouldn't order next time, but I could see why people may like it. All in all, the Butcher's son provides solid vegetarian and vegans alternatives to a lot of different foods that may not normally be available for those diets. I definitely had fun with this meal and would be very excited to come here again and try other things (the chicken fried tofu comes to mind) 4/5