Berkeley in Alameda County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Spenger’s Fish Grotto
c. 1890
— City of Berkeley Landmark - Designated in 2001 —
Erected 2004 by Berkeley Historical Plaque Project.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1999.
Location. 37° 52.083′ N, 122° 17.993′ W. Marker is in Berkeley, California, in Alameda County. Marker is on 4th Street north of University Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1919 4th Street, Berkeley CA 94710, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker . Delaware Street Historic District (about 800 feet away, measured in a direct line); Workingman’s Hall (approx. 0.2 miles away); Bowen’s Inn/Higgins Grocery (approx. 0.2 miles away); 935 Hearst Avenue (approx. 0.3 miles away); Church of the Good Shepherd (approx. 0.3 miles away); Toveri Tupa – Finnish Hall (approx. 0.4 miles away); Fullen Market Building (approx. 0.6 miles away); American Photoplayer Co. (approx. 0.7 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Berkeley.
Additional commentary.
1. Spenger’s Fish Grotto
Spencer's Fish Grotto is permanently closed. The Centenary Plaque inside the building is no longer accessible.
— Submitted September 12, 2020, by Diane Phillips of Pittsburg, California.

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, April 27, 2016
6. Spencer's Fish Grotto -- Centenary Plaque
Johann Spenger leaves Bavaria to settle in Berkeley.
1890
Johan builds his home, one room country store and fish market at this site.
1930's
Frank, his wife Marcella and son Frank (Bud) expand to present day restaurant and fish market.
1990
Frank (Spanky), fourth generation of Spenger Family in America, continue family tradition through centenary year.
Ave Spenger! Coenaturi te salutamus!
Dedicated April 7, 1990
Joaquin Murrieta, Chapter 13
E Clampus Vitus
Plaque located inside the front entrance.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 12, 2020. It was originally submitted on February 6, 2012, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 1,643 times since then and 45 times this year. Last updated on February 6, 2012. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on February 6, 2012, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. 5. submitted on March 1, 2012. 6. submitted on April 27, 2016, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.