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Juan's PlaceB

941 Carleton St, Berkeley, CA 94710 · Mexican restaurant · Berkeley

Beloved, old-school Mexican standby with generous portions, friendly family service, and great chips; flavors are comforting more than refined, prices skew high for casual plates, and a few reports note inconsistency and rare safety issues.

Why this grade

Juan's Place delivers solid neighborhood comfort dining with exceptional service warmth and strong food quality in its traditional Mexican classics. However, inconsistent execution and isolated food safety concerns prevent a higher grade, while generous portions and family-run character make it a reliable local destination despite pricing that runs high for casual Mexican fare.

One caveat: Pricing surprises some diners for casual fare (mains mostly $23-$25)

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Opening Hours

Monday10:00–20:00 Tuesday10:00–20:00 Wednesday10:00–20:00 Thursday10:00–20:00 Friday10:00–20:00 Saturday12:00–20:00 Sunday12:00–20:00
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