Tarocco

Tarocco is a Berkeley lunch café and event space inspired by California produce and Barcelona living, located at 2570 Ninth St. in West Berkeley. Tarocco offers an evolving selection of seasonal salads highlighting local farms and producers, with a counter-service format and a curated meal delivery service called Club TAROCCO focused on anti-inflammatory eating. Owner Sequoia Del Hoyo, co-founder of Sequoia Diner, opened Tarocco drawing on her Barcelona roots; Chef Jason Botterill, an alum of Chez Panisse and River Cafe, joined in 2023. Located at 2570 Ninth St. in Berkeley, California; closed Saturdays and Sundays for private events. Most reviewers highlight the bright natural light, fresh and boldly flavored dishes, and friendly staff, though at least one guest noted confusion around counter service pricing and ordering flow for first-time visitors.