The place is full of addicts and bums. Suppose it's ok if you are one of them. There are some unique shops and restaurants but those can be found in better places.

Fun place to take out of town guests but don't come here at night. a throw back to the 60's hippie movement

Over rated. Past its prime, but still entertaining. Parking is tough. Gentrified. Good to visit once, but not worth returning to if you are over 25.

True, it is seedy, but never bothered by it. Great for clothes, food, bars. It is definitely a must see when in Berkeley.

This street used to be so much fun to stroll along. A reason to come to town. Now all the shops have shut down and you have to weave around the mentally ill just to walk down the street. I hope they can get it back on track soon. It's a gem that needs to be re-polished.

It's a little run down but a great place to buy gifts and people watch, especially during December, when there is a street fair and the Avenue is closed to vehicles.

I liked the variety of shops, venues, etc. Also liked the people-watching aspect-it can get very colorful here. It 'transfers' (transports) you to another era at times.

It is run down with many vacant storefronts. There are also many homeless begging on the streets. This is not Telegraph Ave from the 60s.

My girlfriends and I like to head to Be-zerkely every now and then to get away from the typical urban lunch dates. They have so many wonderful craftspeople with their wares, I love the bumper sticker table, fun to shop for tie-dye clothes or even get a henna tatoo right on the street!