Outdoor dining and hip shops are plentifiul on Berkeley's Fourth Street.
Located off I-80/580's University Exit, Berkeley's Fourth Street offers shoppers an incredible array of eclectic, one-of-a-kind shops and restaurants amidst a lovely tree-lined district. Here's make every minute count while visiting the city's most upscale shopping destination.
Instructions
1. Get your purse or wallet ready! Berkeley's Fourth Street offers some of the best shopping in the East Bay, but it isn't cheap! In true Berkeley spirit, the emphasis of retail items is on the eclectic, unusual and one-of-a-kind; while you might be the only one wearing that gorgeous scarf crafted by a local artisan, the prices will reflect its uniqueness.
2. Arrive hungry! Fourth Street isn't only known for its vast array of specialty shops, but also for the many restaurants that dot its beautiful district. Options range from the cheap-Betty's Oceanview Diner-to the mid-priced-Cafe Rouge-to the pricey-O'Chame. A favorite pastime is grabbing lunch to-go from The Pasta Shop-stocked to the rafters with gourmet salads, cheeses, breads and the like-and eating on the outdoor patio.
3. If you're up for a little clothes shopping, you're in the right place. Fourth Street will outfit you in hip styles from head to toe. Check out Molly b for that standout outfit; Rabat for stylish European footwear and Anthropologie for vintage and en vogue fashions. Kids will like This Little Piggy and all shoppers will love Jest Jewels, where accessories add pizzazz to any ensemble.
4. Pamper yourself by visiting some of Fourth Street's best beauty shops. For makeup, check out M.A.C. Cosmetics, BeneFit Cosmetics and Aveda, which also offers hair care; then stop by Kiehl's to stock up on skin care products aimed at waging war against Father Time.
5. To pamper your home, visit The Gardner, Napa Style, Z Gallerie, Thousand Cranes, Design Within Reach and Zinc Details for truly extraordinary home treasures ranging from downright earthy to ultra modern; Sur La Table for the kitchen; Restoration Hardware and the Crate & Barrel Outlet for the tried and true, and George to spoil your kitty or pooch.
6. For a little eye candy, stop in at some of Fourth Street's most unusual shops: the East Bay Vivarium (on Fifth) has reptiles of all shapes, sizes and colors and is a spectacle to behold! Crafty Cathies will love Castle in the Air-where imagination meets specialty papers, pens, stickers, glitter and the like-and also Stained Glass Garden, which features stained glass and mosaic artwork/supplies in an enchanting environment.
7. Tired from all that shopping? Take a load off at Peet's Coffee. Located in the heart of Fourth Street, it's the perfect place to relax on the patio while people-watching Berkeley's finest and funkiest. Not a coffee drinker? Nearby Peet's is Teance Fine Teas, where a premium tea experience awaits.
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