Torsade Au Chocolat
Maison Bleue Berkeley

Maison Bleue Berkeley

2020 Kittredge St, 94704, Berkeley, United States

Wine • Bistro • Coffee • Cheese


"I ordered the herbivore omelet with spinach and cherry tomatoes for $11, and it was cooked well, just like a French omelet should be. A bit more seasoning and toast on the side would have made it even better, and the eggs could have been more flavorful, but overall it was still very good. The RoastCo coffee for only $2.25 was delicious and served in large Heath Ceramic cups. The chocolate croissant was a bit lacking in chocolate, but understandable since it was a half-price day-old pastry for $1.50. I also tried a small mini-muffin with canned apple for $2, and a happy hour beer Boont amber ale in a can for $4. I spent the whole day there and even went back for their breakfast sandwich on big aceme bread, and their pain aux raisins was one of the best I've had, up there with Bouchon! I also give them 4 out of 5 Green Stars for their social and ecological efforts, such as using minimal waste by serving everything in ceramic or metal, offering compostable To-Go cups and lids, and sourcing from designated suppliers like organic bread from Acme and bacon from Niman Ranch. The coffee is from RoastCo in Oakland, which sources shade-grown organic coffee from cooperatives. I do have some suggestions for improvement though. It would be great if the eggs were pasture-raised for more flavor since they are a large part of the menu. It would also be nice to see beer served on tap instead of in cans. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible with a gate at the seating area and close to public transportation."