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Today marks the grand opening of Local 123 Cafe at 2049 San Pablo in Berkeley (between University and Addison, on the east side of the street). I’m often on that block on foot and have watched the progress of the construction with interest and I went to check it out this morning and take some photos.

The storefront is not very eye-catching from the street, but there’s a wooden sign hanging over the sidewalk.

Local 123 Cafe from the median strip of San Pablo, looking north

From the sidewalk the sign is more prominent.

Local 123 from the sidewalk

The ambiance is spare but inviting and the prices are reasonable.

Front counter and drinks board

Out of sight until you’re almost upon it is a little nook in the back with couches and a door to a small but sunny (at least this morning) patio.

Cozy nook and back patio

I’m by no means an expert, but I very much enjoyed my cappuccino and pain au chocolat. They’ve got a good selection of coffee drinks, teas, pastries (including vegan donuts), and sandwiches.

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