Golden Bear Cafe – American
Golden Bear Cafe hums with a vibrant energy, where the sizzle of the griddle and the bold aroma of Cajun spices create an inviting backdrop for a soulful, all-day dining experience. Mornings come alive with zesty scrambles and savory plant-based sausages, while the kitchen seamlessly transitions into a haven of smoky BBQ glazes and perfectly seared salmon. This versatile neighborhood hub balances hearty comfort with fresh, inclusive flavors, ensuring every guest finds a dish that feels both nourishing and indulgent.
Golden Bear Cafe, Sproul Plaza, Southside, Berkeley, Alameda County, California, 94704, United States https://dining.berkeley.edu/campus-restaurants/the-golden-bear-cafe/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Golden Bear Cafe
Dairy-Free at Golden Bear Cafe
Golden Bear Cafe in Berkeley has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Midnight Cookie, Cajun Eggs Scramble and Grilled Cajun Salmon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Golden Bear Cafe
Golden Bear Cafe in Berkeley has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cajun Eggs Scramble, Grilled Cajun Salmon and Vegan Breakfast Sausage Patty. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Golden Bear Cafe
Golden Bear Cafe in Berkeley has 14 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Carrot Cake, Scrambled Eggs and Cajun Eggs Scramble. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Golden Bear Cafe
Golden Bear Cafe in Berkeley has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Grilled Cajun Salmon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Golden Bear Cafe
Golden Bear Cafe in Berkeley has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cajun Eggs Scramble. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Golden Bear Cafe
Golden Bear Cafe in Berkeley has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Scrambled Eggs, Cajun Eggs Scramble and Vegan Breakfast Sausage Patty. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Golden Bear Cafe
Golden Bear Cafe in Berkeley has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cajun Eggs Scramble and Grilled Cajun Salmon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Golden Bear Cafe
Golden Bear Cafe in Berkeley has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Midnight Cookie, Cajun Potato and Baked BBQ Tofu. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Golden Bear Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Asian Chicken Salad | 79.3 g | 65.5 g |
| Fried Breaded Cod | 106.5 g | 31.4 g |
| Vegan Midnight Cookie | 113.8 g | 20.2 g |
| Grilled Cajun Salmon | 0 g | 14.4 g |
| Farfalle Pasta with Pesto Alfredo | 110.8 g | 13.7 g |
| Brussels Caesar Salad | 110.8 g | 13.7 g |
| Cauliflower Hummus Chicken Bowl | 9.9 g | 12.6 g |
| Penne Pasta with Marinara | 106 g | 10.5 g |
| Turkey Sausage Patty | 5.1 g | 9.3 g |
| Spinach Tofu Tomato Scramble | 5.1 g | 9.3 g |
| Baked BBQ Tofu | 5.1 g | 9.3 g |
| Scrambled Eggs | 16 g | 8.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Breakfast
- Scrambled Eggs: Egg Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cajun Eggs Scramble: Egg Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Turkey Sausage Patty: Soybeans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cajun Potato Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Spinach Tofu Tomato Scramble: Soybeans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Vegan Breakfast Sausage Patty Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
Main Courses
- BBQ Roasted Chicken: Gluten Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked BBQ Tofu: Soybeans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cajun Salmon: Fish Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccoli Beef: Beef Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Breaded Cod: Egg, Fish, Wheat, Gluten Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Carnitas BBQ Sandwich: Wheat, Soybeans, Gluten, Pork Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Macaroni and Cheese Pasta: Milk, Egg, Wheat, Gluten Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Penne Pasta with Marinara: Wheat, Gluten Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Farfalle Pasta with Pesto Alfredo: Milk, Wheat, Gluten Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads and Bowls
- Asian Chicken Salad: Wheat, Soybeans, Gluten, Sesame Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brussels Caesar Salad: Milk, Wheat, Gluten Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cauliflower Hummus Chicken Bowl: Milk, Soybeans, Sesame Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Carrot Cake: Milk, Egg, Tree Nuts, Wheat, Soybeans, Gluten Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Vegan Midnight Cookie: Wheat, Soybeans, Gluten, Alcohol Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Almare Gelato - Pistachio: Milk, Tree Nuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Golden Bear Cafe
- Is Golden Bear Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Golden Bear Cafe has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Midnight Cookie, Cajun Eggs Scramble and Grilled Cajun Salmon.
- What can I eat at Golden Bear Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Vegan Midnight Cookie, Cajun Eggs Scramble and Grilled Cajun Salmon carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Golden Bear Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Vegan Midnight Cookie and Cajun Potato.
- Is Golden Bear Cafe gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Golden Bear Cafe?
- Asian Chicken Salad, at roughly 65.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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