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900 Grayson

Breakfast Spot, Burger Joint, and New American Restaurant$$$$
West Berkeley, Berkeley
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    Synitta D.
    "the chicken & waffles, steak & eggs, and hasbrowns we're good!"(25 Tips)
    grace j.
    "The Grayson Burger was one of the best burgers I've even had!"(5 Tips)
    Emmanuel H.
    "great and the Tomboy"(2 Tips)
    Angelica W.
    "Great omelets and hash browns"(7 Tips)
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  • Sahar A.heart icon on user image
    Sahar ASeptember 14, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    They're known for The Demon Lover (aka chicken & waffles). Try it w/ gravy (+ housemade hot sauce) or maple syrup - $2 upcharge for both. However, The Charlie (seated Ahi tuna burger) is great too.
  • Nico P.heart icon on user image
    Nico PitneyJanuary 11, 2015
    Had their sausage of the day (spiced chicken with jalapeño) w/ their 7th and Grayson (tofu, onion, tomato, mint, spicy Moroccan harissa scramble + amazing hash browns). Best brunch in a long long time
  • Brook S.heart icon on user image
    Brook ShelleyJanuary 1, 2019
    Outstanding fried chicken and gravy. Seriously, this is my favorite gravy I’ve had since moving away from Texas. Don’t sleep on it. This cafe is small, and cute, and excellent.
  • Nicholas H.heart icon on user image
    Nicholas HartNovember 3, 2014
    Almost always get the chicken and waffles. Last time I got poached eggs with corner beef hash that had parsnips and apples in it, which was also great.
  • Robin W.
    Robin WardNovember 22, 2014
    What's best about Grayson are the people. The owners are so nice and they remember your favorite items. Even when its busy they are always smiling...the food is awesome sauce as well <3
  • Katherine M.heart icon on user image
    Katherine M.July 16, 2014
    Fried chicken and waffles in a brunch setting suitable for your mom. I like it with gravy + hot sauce. It's great -- be prepared to wait a while for a table. CLOSED SUNDAYS!
  • John B.heart icon on user image
    John BobeldykAugust 9, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    If you like chicken and waffles, then the Demon Lover is for you. A spicy fried chicken paillard (boneless) with choice of gravy, syrup, or both.
  • Sherry L.heart icon on user image
    Sherry LiDecember 2, 2015
    Great brunch place! Burger is solid. They also had a Cajun hot link that was a special, it was awesome.
  • grace j.
    grace johnsonFebruary 21, 2015
    The Grayson Burger was one of the best burgers I've even had! The fries surprised me, because they were spicy, and I loved them! (I normally hate spicy food)
  • Kensie S.heart icon on user image
    Kensie SmithMarch 30, 2013
    For vegetarians the tofu scramble, hash browns and toast is delicious. Don't skimp on the flavorful homemade jam or pomegranate mimosas.
  • Matt V.heart icon on user image
    Matt VelazquezJanuary 9, 2020
    Get the Demon Lover with both the gravy and the syrup and enjoy true bliss.
  • Amelia M.heart icon on user image
    Amelia ManiNovember 18, 2017
    The savory bread pudding was kind of like having stuffing for breakfast. It was AWESOME! This is a new fav breakfast spot.
  • Shinaheart icon on user image
    ShinaNovember 16, 2014
    Brunch on weekends can get busy but their food is worth it. Amazing chicken & waffles.
  • Dan Y.heart icon on user image
    Dan YoungFebruary 28, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Demon lover, do not settle for gravy or syrup, get both. Killer house made hot sauce.
  • Food Network
    Food NetworkOctober 19, 2011
    Host of Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Guy Fieri stopped by this local favorite where they're serving up elegant twists on classic American dishes. Read more
  • Jason F.
    Jason FeirmanMay 21, 2012
    Their chicken and waffles (Demon Lover) were tasty, but what really set it apart was the cream gravy. Order it on the side and dip every bit into it. Succulent.
  • Frank S.heart icon on user image
    Frank SouzaAugust 27, 2015
    Only been twice but both times was a fantastic dining experience! Food super yummy, upscale and not cheap but not too expensive either!
  • Ivy L.
    Ivy LakeFebruary 28, 2011
    Try the demon lover, you'll love it! Get it with the gravy and syrup. The extra $2 won't kill you. Oh, and order the Rickey drink, it'll help offset the richness of your meal :)
  • Ellen O.
    Ellen O'DonohueMay 25, 2010
    We went for lunch, Saturday, 12:30. Parking was good, place is nice and food is great. We have such good breakfast places in the East Bay. Who needs to drive to SF. Ex: titles: Time Life Cookbook Read more
  • Ariana
    ArianaAugust 21, 2013
    Get the chicken and waffles with the gravy and syrup. The coffee is roasted locally and tastes amazing!
  • Salil V.heart icon on user image
    Salil VanvariSeptember 8, 2017
    Get demon lover with both gravy and syrup, you will not regret it!
  • Angelica D.heart icon on user image
    Angelica DongalloJune 28, 2014
    Drinks are solid (red beer is spicayy!) and anything with the gigantic hash browns is great :)
  • 黄金 马.
    黄金 马September 19, 2013
    Nice food, but portions are small. Good oversight by management who checked on us during our meal. Lovely, gracious service by our waitress.
  • Emilio O.heart icon on user image
    Emilio ODecember 28, 2016
    Get the Demon Lover, it is so savory goooood. Wont find it anywhere else....
  • Miguel C.
    Miguel Cervantes IIIApril 19, 2011
    I had the grayson burger. It was very good. I wish they had a lager on the menu, even more important, a frosted glass would have been a plus with my beer. The beer itself wasn't that cold.
  • Bryce R.heart icon on user image
    Bryce RobertsAugust 16, 2015
    The hash browns are something special. wow!
  • Sean R.
    Sean RouseOctober 12, 2013
    You can have coffee, tea or espresso while waiting for your table.
  • ScottySauce
    ScottySauceAugust 16, 2011
    One of the BEST burgers you will find in a restaurant and if you LOVE chicken and waffles trust me and get The Demon Lover.
  • Benjamin O.heart icon on user image
    Benjamin OrtizAugust 25, 2014
    OMG. The breakfast (what it is called) is so good. All the dishes and sides pair so well.
  • joanne
    joanneSeptember 20, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    everything i've ever eaten here has been delicious, with the exception of the coffee. i appreciate the sentiment of the free refills but the coffee is terrible! :(
  • Tiff T.
    Tiff TingAugust 31, 2013
    Tried the Demon Lover with both gravy and syrup, but it's definitely better with the gravy.
  • Pamela W.heart icon on user image
    Pamela WagnerApril 8, 2016
    The chicken was cooked perfectly. The waffle was a bit overcooked, but the food was good! Will go again.
  • ScottySauce
    ScottySauceOctober 7, 2011
    Try the Grayson Burger - This was a great burger and some of the best tasting beef I have had in a long time
  • Vijay Shekhar S.heart icon on user image
    This place has incredible most tangy drink - Ricky. Must have anytime.
  • Jacob S.
    Jacob SavageNovember 8, 2013
    Get the Demon Lover(pictured) and Lime Rickey to wash it down.
  • Cleo Y.
    Cleo YoungAugust 27, 2014
    Chicken and waffles is SO good. Ask for gravy AND syrup. Coffee is pretty meh.
  • Rich R.
    Rich ReaderOctober 1, 2009
    We sprang for the Demon Lover, as it had the props going for it. PFTremendous. The chicken was juicy and tender, the batter dip crunchy, and the cream gravy smoothly chilified. The waffle makes it
  • Emmanuel H.
    Emmanuel HaleFebruary 16, 2013
    Steak & eggs were great and the Tomboy too, if you're not in the mood for the Demon Lover.
  • Vyoma
    VyomaJuly 25, 2013
    Ohhh please do me a favor and order the chicken with waffles and gravy. Nothing else beats that.
  • Hungrylee H.
    Hungrylee HuangJune 22, 2013
    We had the "Sorry Charlie", the "Tomboy" with "Soju want me" to drink. Perfect!
  • Carlos C.
    Carlos CMarch 11, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    When I want to "wow" people from out-of-town I take them here and make them order the Demon Lover.
  • Sal L.
    Sal LopezJanuary 31, 2012
    The demon lover and tom boy are my instant go-to's... they make me happy, are delicious, and NEVER dissapoint!
  • vivdogeheart icon on user image
    vivdogeJuly 1, 2017
    While waiting, grab some coffee and put it on your tab!
  • Gabby H.heart icon on user image
    Gabby HJanuary 31, 2020
    Been here 100+ times
    The hash browns are cooked in butter. OMG.
  • Joel K.heart icon on user image
    Joel K.October 28, 2016
    Been here 25+ times
    The Demon Lover is fantastic!
  • Synitta D.heart icon on user image
    Synitta DelanoNovember 16, 2018
    the chicken & waffles, steak & eggs, and hasbrowns we're good!
  • Chris F.
    Chris FisherOctober 29, 2012
    Weekday work lunch spot, usually busy. Closes st 3pm (lame), no dinner service (lame), brunch on Saturday, but CLOSED on SUNDAY? Mindblowing.
  • David Z.heart icon on user image
    David ZhangJanuary 24, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Closes early everyday (at 3pm) and the line is pretty long during the weekends.
  • Jay A.heart icon on user image
    Jay AugustinApril 3, 2016
    The TV Dinner is amazing.
  • Alexheart icon on user image
    AlexNovember 5, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Demon lover: 2 bucks for gravy and syrup may seem excessive but it is so worth it!
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