What is mezzo mezzo?
Mezzo is a casual eatery offering salads, sandwiches, and soups all made right in front of you, exactly how you'd like it. Known for our homemade ingredients and cheery environment, we have been here serving up our delicious honey wheat bread and poppyseed dressing since 1983.
What happened to mezzo Cafe?
Mezzo re-opened in June 2017 after burning down in 2011. Since reopening, we have evolved and updated our name (formerly Cafe Intermezzo), but have kept our menu full of the classics.
What is there to do at mezzo?
Walking through the restaurant leads to one of the largest outdoor patios in the area with a bocce court and bean bag toss. Mezzo is fully connected to Raleigh's, the bar next door. Come grab a salad or sandwich then head up the ramp to pair it with a delicious local craft beer!
When did mezzo re-open?
Mezzo re-opened in June 2017 after burning down in 2011. Since reopening, we have evolved and updated our name (formerly Cafe Intermezzo), but have kept our menu full of the classics. The updated interior space includes modern touches while integrating some charming and funky pieces from the original cafe.
What is marinara served with?
Seafood marinara with salmon, clams and mussels served over linguine pasta.
What cheese goes well with iceberg lettuce?
Mixed greens and iceberg lettuce, pears, Gorgonzola cheese and candied walnuts served with a French vinaigrette.
What is the salad dressing for iceberg lettuce?
Chopped romaine and iceberg lettuce tossed with salami, tomatoes, green peppers, olives, red onions, blue cheese crumbles and mozzarella with a sweet basil vinaigrette dressing.
What dressing is used for Hearts of Romaine?
Hearts of romaine tossed in a house made Caesar dressing with croutons.
What is the dressing on ahi tuna?
sesame encrusted Ahi tuna topped with a mango salsa served with baby spinach tossed with white balsamic asiago cheese dressing
What is the sauce on penne noodles?
penne noodles tossed with red onions, red peppers and black tiger shrimp in a brandy blush sauce crowned with a 6oz lobster tail
San francisco chronicle - An ode to the chef salad
Journalist Omar Mamoon talks about his own personal connection to Mezzo during his years at UC Berkeley, and how other restaurants have tried to recreate their own versions of the classic Mezzo Chef Salad—-all to varying degrees of success!
berkeleyside - how does Mezzo compare to Intermezzo?
Six Intermezzo superfans were invited to try out the new version of Mezzo after our 2017 re-opening. They each have fond memories of the first version of Mezzo, but can all agree that the same spirit abounds, and that, most importantly, the flavors are just what they remember!
The Daily californian - best of berkeley 2020 Winner
Check out this hilarious write-up as Mezzo wins top spot for best sandwiches in Berkeley. Our sister restaurant, Raleigh’s Pub, even gets a shout-out for best bar! Thank you, Cal!
Reservations for Large Parties
Our patio is available for rental for parties of 30 or more. Please email us with inquiries. mezzoberkeley@gmail.com
salad
Field greens topped with fresh tomatoes, mixed with basil and garlic in classic vinaigrette dressing
entrees
Pan seared to perfection with Alii mushroom in a demi sauce, seasonal vegetables and mashed potato
BEEF & HALLOUMI BURGER
Grilled beef with Cypriot halloumi, freshly smashed avocado, a little bit of chilli sauce with lots of fresh herbs & chips.
TAHINI HUMMUS
A base of tahini hummus, pomegranate, jewelled rice, pickles, sumac, pickles, salad, flat bread.
