The Westbrae Neighborhood of Berkeley, at the crossroads of Gilman and the Ohlone Greenway, is a perfect destination for a sunny day. Bike here to find plenty of kid-friendly places to eat, have a drink, and enjoy being outdoors when the weather is warm.
What to Eat in Westbrae:
- Berkeley Bagels – our favorite bagels on this side of town. Sit inside, outside, or in their little side garden. My boys would eat their bagels for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Kiku Sushi – small, and sometimes a wait, but definitely a kid-friendly joint if you're craving fresh fish.
Things to Drink in Westbrae:
- Coffee Conscious – open daily for your daily dose. Tables inside and out, trinkets for little ones to play with, and sweet offerings of Pebbles Vegan Donuts to satisfy everyone's sweet needs.
- Westbrae Biergarten – no surprise here, this place is a crowd favorite. Beer on tap, Brazilian food made to order, and a “Kids Only” play area. Read our full review of Westbrae Biergarten here>
Things to do with kids in Westbrae:
- Westbrae Nursery – a plant paradise we love to walk around. They also host an annual pumpkin patch that has become our favorite.
- Cedar Rose Park – one block off the Ohlone Greenway find a park with two separate play areas and a HUGE grassy field for kicking balls or flying kites. A popular destination for birthday parties and group meet-ups. Rest here after you've fueled up on good food.
If you're up for more adventure, follow the Ohlone Greenway to Albany, travel up to Hopkins Street, or travel down to the Gilman District for even more fun with kids.
[All photos by Anna Azimi]
