Reservations are out for the next month
The meal was quite good. Jeffrey is very precise and pays attention to detail, and you can tell. From the green beans fermented in house to the parsley plant freshly trimmed in the corner to the hand pulled noodles, it’s obvious that this meal was a labor of love. My favorite was the noodles – somehow the noodles themselves had a slightly sweet flavor and the sauce was spicy, sweet, and nutty (as classic Chinese sauces go).
Definitely rivals the execution of Imm Thai and Noodle Dynasty, which is rare simply because many restaurants are not this dedicated to the craft.
Of course, you should also know that it’s run out of a Berkeley undergrad’s apartment. I think it’s quite charming and lends itself to the experience (prepare yourself for a small and slightly wobbly table, balanced out with a candlelit setting and jazz on the speakers). Half the fun is chatting with Jeffrey and the other guests and remembering what undergrad was like.
For the price the experience is worth it a thousand times over.
– 3/22/2025 Grace, PhD Student, Sichuanese Menu
Refined and comfortable. That is how I would describe the experience at Jeffrey’s. The service is precise in its minutiae, its details deliberately honed for the benefit of the discerning guest. From the moment you are let into the intimate, low-lit space Jeffrey’s Lounge is hosted in, you are met with the sight of chefs hard at work crafting hearty Chinese fare, plates of homemade pasta, and elegant desserts.
Over the course of a set menu night at Jeffrey’s, you will receive five courses of painstakingly-prepped and fresh-cooked dishes, ranging from Sichuan specialities to fine-dining hallmarks like flambéed crème brûlée. You will be served these plates in prompt succession, with every course meant to accentuate the flavors of the last.
All at Jeffrey’s is designed to be as pleasing as possible to the gourmand and the extrovert alike. As a lover of fine food and fine conversation, this is why I find myself coming back to Jeffrey’s again and again.
– 12/10/2024 Caspar, 2nd Year undergraduate, Italian & Chinese Menu
I would highly recommend Jeffrey’s lounge. Great ambiance, food, and people. Jeffrey is great at creating a welcoming environment and making delicious, rich Sichuan dishes. Perfect place to hang out and relax by enjoying the set menu, definitely worth checking out if you’re in the area!
– 12/10/2024 Sia, 2nd year undergraduate, Sichuanese menu
yall should def come check out this fine dining popup :3 jeffrey is so kind, the service is AMAZING and the food is literally to dieeeee forrrr
– 3/19/2025 Catherine, 3rd year undergraduate, Sichuanese menu
We had such a great time at Jeffreys lounge – it’s a student-run fine dining pop-up! the food was amazing and so worth it for the price!! (the handpulled noodles and twice cooked pork 🥵🥵)
totally recommend checking it out 😀
– 3/15/2025 Steffi, 4th year undergraduate, Sichunaese menu
Fine dinning relies on two factors; food and socialization. Typically separate of each other, Jeffery’s preforms the important miracle of combining them together to create a thrilling dinning experience. Delicious courses are served perfectly separated to foster conversation among guests. The dishes themselves spark tales of culture and meaning. A direct view of the kitchen showcases the journey from ingredient to plate. Come to Jeffery’s for an unforgettable experience among new and old friends!
– 12/10/2024 Nela, 2nd year undergraduate, Italian & Chinese menu
The value was amazing. Delicious and high quality. The setting and ambience was also very inviting and warm, and I enjoyed good company
– 11/10/2024 Summer, 2nd year Undergraduate, Bite Menu Guest