Pharmacies in Berkeley, CA

16 locations found near Berkeley

“Joel Leu, pharmacy manager during the week, is super-competent. He worked with me and my doc to get a vaccination authorized. It was an unusual situation, requiring finesse and patience. So grateful for him and the CVS team.”

3.8 Good49 Reviews

“If you need anything made with a picture on it to give to a loved one I couldn't suggest anything more than Walgreens photo they make about everything the Walgreens in San Francisco is one of the busiest Walgreens photo labs in the United States”

3.9 Good58 Reviews

“Have only spoke on phone so can only say the woman I talked with was very nice and answered my questions. Waiting on prescription and will update as to shipping time and quality etc. But for now they seemed nice and professional.

Update : received first prescription and was somewhat upset due to minimum cost and barely getting much medication, but im pretty sure they sent mine overnight and they did not mention it. So maybe they did this just to be nice after paying the minimum cost. Was appreciated big time and they did this without any complaints or asking by me. Just placed next refill this past Friday and received email saying will be updated on when is shipped (monday today). Will update as to consistency and relative results with medication relative to other compounding pharmacies used, and regular shipping times once received. But so far seem to be a very professional and helpful business.”

3.1 Average75 Reviews

“Loved this place, but as of yesterday, another closure of a small pharmacy. Really sad that all we're left with is the poor service of CVS and Walgreens and their endless lines.”

4.3 Superb28 Reviews

“got a Covid vaccine at the Safeway Pharmacy in early October and I was really pleased. I made an appointment; the front desk checked my information, and I got my Covid vaccine on time from Navjot, who was really nice and did a great job. Thank you!”

2.9 Average67 Reviews

“I never leave a review but I felt like this pharmacy’s exceptional service and environment has to be expressed in anyway possible. I had a great experience during my externship at this pharmacy. The pharmacy manager Joel is an amazing pharmacist who would always go above and beyond to help customers. The stuff in general are so great. I have witnessed the best customer service and readiness to make every customer’s experience better. Highly recommended pharmacy.”

2.5 Average23 Reviews

“People have been giving this location terrible reviews so I thought I'd balance it out with a few thoughts. My original pharmacy was the Walgreens at 51st and Telegraph. But with the rampant car break-ins, a couple of armed robberies, and armed carjackings at that location, I refused to go there. So I switched to the Walgreens on Gilman in Berkeley. On a few visits (spaced months apart) the storefront was boarded up because someone rammed a car through the front doors to steal their ATM machine. But I kept going there until prescriptions started being delayed due to lack of pharmacists. Their phone recording stated that they weren't sure if/when the pharmacists would return. It wasn't just for a day or two, it was weeks. So I was forced to switch pharmacies once again. I have no idea if they even have pharmacists at that location anymore, to this day. Thankfully, I found the Adeline location, and they regularly have pharmacists. Yes, you always have to wait on line for 20-45 min, which sucks. The hours are short because, apparently, the pharmacists' union declared that there always needs to be a minimum number of pharmacists on duty because they've been held up at gunpoint too many times, and the minimum number is to assure their safety and peace of mind. We should not begrudge them that, it is not their fault. Why they can't hire more pharmacists is a bigger area-wide, societal question.Despite the long lines, every time I've spoken to a pharmacist in person or on the phone, they've all, always, been extremely patient, courteous, and thoughtfully answer all my questions. Which is kind of remarkable given how busy they are.Sure, people can write bad reviews. But I hope you'll all take a look at what's going on with all the pharmacies in the area before you bash this one. It's the best of what's left and I, for one, am grateful they're still hanging in there.”

3 Average40 Reviews

“The self-checkout screen froze after I scanned a few items. A staff member noticed right away, restarted the machine, and finished ringing me up on her own register”

2.3 Poor185 Reviews

“The whole experience was great, Karina M was helpful , knowledgeable and had a smile. I found exactly what I was looking for, thank you CVS for the great customer service and I will be coming back.”

2.3 Poor102 Reviews

“The main pharmacist, a middle aged Asian male, went above and beyond his duty to get me the vaccination I requested. I had mistakenly signed up to get it at the University Ave location. He helped me get it here. Can’t thank him enough.”

2.2 Poor31 Reviews

“Thank you Telegraph Walgreens for supplying me with all of my daily necessities, from nail polish to toilet paper. I will be sad to see you go but alas... our time together was plentiful. Forever in my heart <3”

2.1 Poor106 Reviews

“I was looking for a Passport photo in a rush, this past Sunday, and the CVS Store at 1451 Shattuck Ave in Berkeley was the only one in Oakland and Berkeley that had working equipment. Not only that, the employee who worked with me, Praveen, was professional, courteous and willing to answer all my questions. I would recommend the store and him if you want professional photos taken.”

2 Poor147 Reviews

“I honestly cannot say enough good things about Luis, the store manager at this Walgreens. This man goes above and beyond in a way you rarely see anymore, and Walgreens is incredibly lucky to have him representing their brand.

I initially needed help in the photo department, and Luis didn’t just point me in the right direction or delegate it to someone else he personally stepped in, took his time, and made sure everything was handled perfectly. No rushing, no attitude, just genuine care and professionalism.

What really stood out was that after helping me there, he didn’t stop. He immediately jumped over to assist me in the pharmacy as well, making sure I was taken care of from start to finish. That level of attentiveness, especially from a store manager, speaks volumes about his character and work ethic.

Luis leads by example. He’s patient, knowledgeable, approachable, and clearly cares about both customers and the overall experience in his store. You can tell he doesn’t just manage he shows up, gets involved, and makes sure things are done right.

Walgreens needs more leaders like Luis. If every store had a manager like him, customer service standards would be through the roof. Absolute five-star experience, and I’ll gladly go out of my way to shop at this location because of him.”

1.9 Poor112 Reviews

“The staff is very helpful and friendly! They very kindly helped me find what I was looking for and provided great service. I do as well appreciate the hours as the store is well located and stocked for when one needs that one thing and other places have already closed.”

1.7 Poor164 Reviews

“I see a lot of bad reviews at this location but I’ve always been met with great help in person or on the phone with the staff here. I also understand that I am 1 of many people that they serve each day and try to have patience and empathy for the small staff here.”

1.3 Poor74 Reviews

“Clean, well organized store. Could not find something and asked the staff, they were able to direct me exactly how to find it. Quick check out, and pricing that I expected. Parking was easy. Great experience.”

1.2 Poor214 Reviews

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