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    Basa Seafood Express

    4.0 (203 reviews)
    ModeratePoke, Seafood, Sandwiches
    Closed 11:00 am - 7:30 pm

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    Joanna F.

    This place is great for chill ass sushi at a great price. Easy, quick options and combos. The fish is nice and fresh, and it's just the right size portion wise for me.

    Soft Shell Crab Burger - 4 stars
    Cheryl M.

    ** 3.5 - 4 stars ** Review is for the clam chowder and soft-shelled crab burger only. Basa Seafood Express is a no frills spot that took over Dell's Cafe on Castro Valley Blvd. Offering poke, sashimi, rolls, some fried items and clam chowder. Order at the counter and a buzzer given to alert you when ready. I happened to order online and the estimate was about 30 mins but got there in 15 mins and waited. Be sure check in at the counter as your order may be ready sooner than estimated. :: SOFT-SHELLED CRAB BURGER - coated in panko and fried. Light (not greasy) crunchy crab with simple mayo, slices of red onion, tomato and spring mix on a sesame bun! 4/5 stars - I made a garlic/lemon aioli to add to my sandwich and yum! :: CLAM CHOWDER - thicker than ones I've had, tad sweet and can taste the cream. Clams present with chunks of potatoes. This was decent 3.25/5 Service pleasant and no nonsense. I'd return for the soft-shelled crab burger and clam chowder and make small mods at home. 4 tables for dine-in but most orders were for take out. Private lot parking.

    Ultima M.

    First time here. There is a private parking lot Customer service is friendly, restaurant is clean and there are a few tables inside to sit down and enjoy your meal I ordered fried oysters with fries and a shrimp burger. Food is made as ordered Fried oysters are really good. Crispy on the outside with a good flavor Shrimp burger consist of fried small shrimp on the inside with mayo sauce and lettuce Prices are reasonable They do have an extensive menu and also offer catering No beer or wine served I would totally come back and try the Salmon burger consist

    Spicy Salmon Poke  105. California Roll Fish Ceviche
    Valerie K.

    Found this place via other Yelp reviews as I was looking for a new poke spot to try out. I'm giving this place a 3 star because the dishes I ordered were okay. I liked that it was grab and go style and they have seating if you decide you want to eat in. I got the fish ceviche and the spicy salmon poke as well as California roll. My kiddo liked her California roll, I didn't get to try any. The spicy salmon poke was good and decent price for amount you get. I did add some soy sauce and wasabi with the spicy salmon poke and that made it so much better. I didn't enjoy the fish ceviche though I wasn't sure what type of fish it was but it had a very fishy taste to it. I wish it was more citrus flavor to it. The customer service was awesome though! I would go back to try their burgers and other dishes for sure.

    212. Pink Salmon Roll
    Jeff N.

    I can't get enough of this place! I've been to many sushi restaurants and this place delivers a high level of quality for a "grocery" style sushi. The fish to rice ratio is perfect. Parking is plenty, lots of seafood to choose from, and the catering looks delish Service is neat and there's good enough seating to enjoy a lunch here.

    Clam Chowder + 2. Salmon Teriyaki and Shrimp Special Combo
    Darin T.

    Pretty solid seafood spot with sushi rolls, fried seafood, poke and a little bit for everyone. I got the fried shrimp and teriyaki salmon special which was pretty good. The salmon was a little overcooked and dry but overall was tasty and I'd get it again. The clam chowder needed more clams but the flavor was there. Overall, pretty good value and a welcome addition to the East Bay.

    Spicy Salmon Poke ($8), California Roll ($4.50)
    Melanie H.

    I've been to the original location in SF, so it's cool to see Basa in CV! Same concept, no frills, grab and go. While convenient, it's not a place I'd go out of my way for. The highlight here is their poke, which in my opinion is only "cheap" because the trays are very shallow. Think of it being the equivalent of maybe 1.5-2 scoops of poke at a normal shop. I do wish the fish was a bit fresher in taste as I had some chunks that didn't go down well. I would recommend getting the poke only as part of a combo or with an accompanying roll to actually be a meal. RECS: + California roll ($4.50) was surprisingly really good! Rice was cooked well and imitation crab was perfect. Easily my favorite over the poke + Spicy salmon ($8) had good flavor, better than I remembered. The sriracha definitely comes through as does other savory, umami flavors

    Shoyu Salmon Poke
    Christine L.

    Their fish is super fresh and if I were to come back, it would solely be for their poke! I ordered shoyu salmon with a side of rice. The poke was great, but the rice wasn't sushi rice. I think it was jasmine rice and it was on the drier side. I think this would be a good place to grab your proteins, but just get it to go and make your own rice and toppings at home. And also as a side note, the pieces of fish were cut in a measly way (as in they weren't really cubes and kind of scrappy, so presentation and mouthfeel wise it wasn't great).

    1. Poke Special Combo
    Jamie Z.

    I'm a big fan of their SF location and had a chance to come by in October for a friend's weekend wedding nearby. Conveniently located on a main road, Castro Valley Blvd, we easily found parking at their lot. Upon entering, the shop is bright, vibrant and clean. Their order counter is right at the entrance to order first, and they have a few tables inside. Good for small groups. Their Poke Special Combo comes with your choice of shoyu/spicy tuna or salmon, rice, seaweed salad and water. I ordered the spicy salmon and thought it was great! Fresh, well seasoned and really hit the spot. Highly recommend a visit.

    Soft shelled crab & spicy salmon poke
    Sandy Q.

    I was in the neighborhood so I thought I'll drop by to order lunch. I ordered a soft shelled crab burger and the spicy salmon poke. When I opened the lid of the burger container, I thought I was getting this huge sandwich but it turns out, only the bun was huge. The crab barely had any meat and the were a few slivers of onions and a thin piece of lettuce. I tasted more bread than anything else. The only thing I enjoyed from eating the burger was the sauce. It was tangy which cut off the greasiness from the fried soft shelled crab. As for the spicy salmon poke, I thought the portions were pretty skimpy but the salmon was fresh.

    Sherry Y.

    There's a parking lot, which makes visiting easy, and the staff were friendly. Came here during their soft opening in May for the BOGO salmon poke promotion. The line was out the door, so it took a while to order, but it was definitely worth the wait. We got one of each: spicy salmon and shoyu salmon poke. I thought I would like the shoyu more, but the spicy salmon ended up being better! We wanted to buy a block of tuna, but unfortunately it wasn't available for purchase at the time. We also ordered from the hot food menu and got the fish and chips. It was okay, but the portion size was solid for the price. Overall, a great experience during their soft opening, and we'd gladly come back!

    Trinh P.

    Fish & chips $12.99 Spicy salmon poke $8 Shoyu tina poke $11 Great service! Plenty of parking and seating inside. Fresh fish! Plenty of options to poke, burgers, plates, clam chowder and many more options. I love the batter on the fish and their tartar sauce was so good! Not that nasty onion vinergery smell and taste. However the fish is super thin and small portions. It is on the pricey side but its a great value.

    Spicy salmon poke combo + dynamite roll
    Marilyn G.

    Our current favorite "fast food" more like fast pick up but the food is FRESH & delicious. If you like traditional poke, I want to say this place definitely matches that vibe. If you want A LOT toppings this might not be for you so don't go complaining that they don't offer a lot of toppings, they just don't do that here okay. Respect that. Their prices are fair, especially in this area & in this economy for this type of cuisine. This is our 7+ time (I lost count tbh) coming here at this point so figured I'd give a review!! My spicy salmon poke combo comes with the spicy salmon poke, a serving of seaweed salad, & good portion of rice. We also ordered a dynamite roll, the tempura was delicious, the tuna was soooo filling, and went perfect with the poke, my husband and I shared the roll so it was big enough to share for two people! We personally love coming here because it helps us meet our protein goals and the food is delicious, the staff is always polite and helpful, very nice people. The cozy shop displays their ready to go poke which is nice to look at when you walk in. The spicy salmon poke is something I crave often so we probably been coming here almost every other week or so because we LOVE it. I don't feel bloated after eating here, only energized, full & satisfied but not sluggish or anything like that. So even tho the portions are great, we don't feel like we over ate WHICH has definitely helped us eat better overall. The portions are generous and healthy, we don't feel guilty about coming here and getting our munch on cuz it's honestly one of our favorite meals & places to order from right now! I'm actually on my way here to pick up another order cuz we're in the mood for it again! Appreciate this local poke spot in the Bay Area, and hope to continue coming.

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    new opening, excited to try the selection. prices are fair and staff are nice. they have another location in sf

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    Lemon Crab - Love the Cajun combo 2 !

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    4.4(568 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    Soooo good! Some of the freshest seafood I've had in seafood boil. I tried king crab, soft shell…read morecrab, dungeoness crab, shrimp, mussel, and clams in the ferry hot lemon crab flavor. Firstly, the sauce was super flavorful and a perfect consistency. Ferry hot packs a kick without being overly hot. None of the seafood was overcooked at all. The clams were so plump and juicy! Also tried the cajun shrimp roll which was super buttery and yum. Garlic noodles and garlic fries were solid not complaints. Got a side of garlic veggies as well as their passionfruit drink which were both refreshing. Great service. It's a small little spot with only a few tables, but a lot of people do take out. Very hole in the wall vibe. Definitely wanna be back! Overall: 4.8/5

    I stopped by Lemon Crab for my birthday and ended up ordering to-go since the place was absolutely…read morepacked with a line out the door -- always a good sign! I ordered the snow crab and shrimp with the Lemon Crab seasoning/sauce, and the flavor was a solid 10/10. The crab meat was incredibly easy to get out of the shell and tasted fresh and delicious. One thing to note is that the snow crab only comes in 1 lb portions, so there isn't an option to order a half pound. I also added corn, potatoes, and sausage, which paired perfectly with the seafood boil and soaked up all that amazing sauce. My order was ready in about 20 minutes, which was impressive considering how busy they were. The only downside was that they forgot to include the tools needed to crack the crab legs, which made eating them a little more challenging once I got home. Overall, I had a great birthday meal and would definitely come back. I'd give Lemon Crab an 8.8/10! Also for reference my order was $68

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    Mariscos Pueblo Culichi 2 - Botana pueblo culichi

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    4.8(27 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    So let's talk about it…read more.. The food was absolutely amazing! And beyond generous portions. The flavor is very very thought out and authentic. The Botana Pueblo special the spice is right on, spicy but does not over power the taste. Icing on the ceviche ... the customer service is was great and fast!

    Mariscos Pueblo Culichi 2's food truck is parked near where Kavanaugh Liquors was. A small tented…read moreeating area in front of K. Street parking. No decor beyond the blue truck. Ordered at right portal. Pd. Pick up food at left portal 10ish minutes later. Offerings (Mexican Mariscos (seafood): specials, tacos, tostadas, optioned (oysters), caldos(soups), Botanas (shared snacks/appetizers), cocteles (cocktails), Bites: taco marlin (5.50) -paired with orange salsa-tomato notes with semi spicy chiliness. -protein portion a mix of marinated marlin mini parts, tomatos, red onions, cabbage. Garnish of parsley, raw onions. Marlin marinated in lemon juice? -very tasty. Hard to see/feel marlin as pieces small. Questionable repeat. 1/2 dz. Ostiones preparados (20): prepared oyster. -came with brown salsa looking like mole. Bland taste. -medium sized raw oysters mixed with plump sweet tasting cooked shrimp. Flavor neutral raw shrimp pieces. Raw octopus pieces. All seafood marinated with lemon juice. -choose tostadas over saltine crackers. Tostadas crunchy fresh ala made in house. -chili sauce available to spice. Ate it as is. Tastes similar to American raw oysters with additional of other shellfish. Worthy quantity & quality.

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    4.0(600 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    Please give this place a try! I have been to many seafood boil restaurants this year and let me…read moretell you... This place is very special. The combo #2 my girlfriend and I had was cooked very well, had a great mix of flavors (got the "Crabby Crabby" mild mix sauce), and the ambiance gave away a homey vibe. The service was quick, friendly, and the staff were attentive. One of the staff members, Bing, was kind and very easy-going with our order process. Massive respect and thanks to Bing! Thanks for reading and have a great day!

    Crabby Crabby was a disappointment. We ordered the catfish with fries and a seafood combo…read more(calamari, prawns, catfish, and oysters). The catfish and fries were the only things worth eating -- crispy and actually good. Everything else? Low tier. The calamari was unevenly fried, the prawns were forgettable, and the oysters were the worst part. Instead of whole deep‑fried oysters, they gave us several oysters that had been chopped into halves and even quarters, turning into little oyster nuggets -- and those nuggets were fried way too hard, so you don't even get the real oyster experience. I've never seen anyone cut oysters like that. Overall, the food gets a C from me. I'm curious about their crab boil, but not curious enough to waste my money and risk another letdown. If you want good deep‑fried seafood, skip this place and find somewhere that actually knows what they're doing. Cashier was pleasant ambiance was nice.

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    Shell Shock Seafood House

    3.6(563 reviews)
    2.5 mi
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    Grab-and-go
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    My mom and I stopped by Shell Shock Seafood House and ordered Combo A: 1 pound of shrimp, 1 pound…read moreof crawfish, and 1 pound of mussels. We left absolutely stuffed, happy, and already talking about what we'd order next time. The seafood was fresh, but the real star of the show was the sauce. We went with the "All of the Above" option, and that sauce deserves its own Yelp account. Rich, flavorful, buttery, garlicky, and packed with just the right amount of kick. Every shrimp, crawfish, and mussel became a delivery vehicle for that liquid gold. Great portions, great flavor, and a perfect spot for a family meal when you're craving seafood and don't mind getting your hands dirty. We came hungry and left completely satisfied. Highly recommend with my utmost respectful regards. -- Big Stan Energy

    My bf and I wanted to go out and celebrate, lately in our lives we have so many things to be…read moregrateful for. I always wanted to try this spot out so we both decided to come here and see what's all the hype about. Walking in were greeted right away and able to sit where we like. The waiter came by with menus and asked we wanted anything to drink, we both ordered water since we knew the food will fill us quickly. My bf wanted oysters for some reason, I love me some oysters but when they are served freshly cooked not served cold. I cannot do served cold! We decided to create our own plate and as we were waiting for our food the waiter gave us bins,gloves, and lemons. The table was already covered in white paper so that's a plus. They know it's about to get messy lol. The food was amazing! I was so full! Next time I definitely will ask for white rice if they serve that. I felt like that's all that was missing. The place was so big and ppl's writings on the walls and they allow you write on them too! So if you ever plan to stop by bring a sharpie!

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    This place always meets expectations and more…read more I remember everytime I would come to this area before the pandemic, there would always be a long line and it'd love quickly. We were there right when they opened on a Saturday morning and got the fried rainbow trout platter with brussel sprouts and salad, jambalaya and fried catfish with fries. Each dish was well made and so flavorful! The portions were also generous and hearty. I was with three people who were having it for the first time and it was amajor hit with the crew. I've been thinkjng about when we can come back for more!

    Went to lunch on a Sunday at Southern Comfort kitchen. Ordered jambalaya, catfish shrimp with…read morecheese grits, Brussel sprouts and beignets. Catfish shrimp and cheese grits were a 10/10! The batter and crunch from the fish and shrimp was delicious. I didn't finish my grist and had them the next day and just as good. Brussels sprouts could have been chopped in 1/4 to get more sauce on them or cooked a little more tender. The Jambalaya was seasoned perfectly for me. The beignets were very dense and not light on the inside, maybe skip those next time. The brown sugar lemonade was on point!! Would recommend for a brunch date on a the weekends. The staff were helpful and responsive. Food came out quickly and the music set the ambiance

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    4.3(540 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    Free parking
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    Khao Hom features a spacious, dark, modern dining room along with a menu of creative Thai eats,…read moreincluding fusion brunch dishes. We had the purple-colored Ube Pancakes and the Khao Hom Waffle, which contained strips of fresh coconut meat, and both beautifully-plated dishes were topped with berries and syrup. I was an even bigger fan of the Thai side of the menu, starting with the Papaya Salad, a refreshing, crunchy mixture of shredded papaya, green beans, tomatoes, and crushed peanut in a spicy, sweet, acidic dressing made of fish sauce and lime. For our mains, the Northern Thai Khao Soi was a noodle soup made of egg noodles and chicken breast strips in a rich coconut curry, topped with crispy egg noodles, pickled cabbage, and fried shallots. From the Chef's Special menu, the Tom Yum Crab Omelet was a mound of jasmine rice enveloped with an egg omelet, topped with chunks of crab, mushrooms, and a creamy tom yum sauce; and my favorite dish was the Roti Gai Tod, a hearty combination of breaded chicken thigh, roti (a flaky flatbread), cucumber salad, jasmine rice, and a mild but flavorful yellow curry sauce on the side. Overall, everything we tried here was delicious, and the service was super quick and friendly too! It's hard to go wrong with anything on the extensive menu--what a great hidden gem of a restaurant in downtown Hayward!

    My friend and I had brunch here to celebrate my belated birthday. We ordered a few popular dishes…read morewith Thai Tea. Tom Yum Crab Omelette- the best one to get since it has creamy tom yum sauce, a soft omelette, drizzled with a slice of lime, and crab meat with a few mushroom slices on top of fluffy rice. Khao Hom Waffle- coconut pandan waffle with fruits and syrup on the side. I wish they replaced the syrup with coconut milk syrup for better flavor and used no coconut shreds as a topping. Ube Pancake (side order)- one thick ube pancake that turned out dry when eaten with syrup. Never order anything that is not Thai on the menu. They should add Thai Tea pancakes to their menu with housemade Thai Tea syrup to make it more fusion. Pad Kee Mao w/ Chicken- I regret ordering this because the string beans were half raw, the tofu was dry, and the dish was a bit spicy. I should've ordered Pad Thai or Ka-Pow Short Rib Benedict instead. Thai Tea- strong and sweet, not too watery. It was less crowded when we arrived at 10 am on the weekend. The waitresses were fast and efficient, and the restaurant was nice and spacious.

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    Bag O' Crab

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    3.8(498 reviews)
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    I've been looking for a seafood boil in the east bay, and I'm glad I found one. This location is in…read moredowntown San Leandro. They have free parking in their parking lot up to 1.5 hr. On the app when paying, there is a code at their front entrance wall, type it in and it'll be free. This place sits a party of 10 quite comfortably, so everyone can enjoy their seafood boils! Their recommendation sauce was their Louisiana (Mild); they said it's like a "hot Cheeto" level of spicy, but I went with their Garlic Butter (Mild) and it was DELICIOUS. A lot of flavor, not overly salty, and tasted best with their side of rice. I loved how they have COMBOS as well. One of their combo served 1lb of head-on shrimp, your choice of clam/mussel and 2 corn, potato's and sausage for a reasonable price! Their customer service here is really friendly, and your order is served by a robot. Once your item arrives, you grab it and click done! I'm really happy that I don't have to go all the way to San Jose for my seafood boil fix anymore! Boiling Crab was my go to, so if you like there I'm sure you'll like Bag O' Crab too. The only thing I would pass on is their fried chicken sandwich (too dry) and their sweet potato fries (overly coated with sugar).

    I've been to the Bag O Crab in Berkeley and had a great experience, so I was excited to try this…read morelocation. Unfortunately, this visit was very disappointing. There was about a 20-minute wait before we were seated. We ordered wings, fries, garlic noodles, and our seafood bags. Some of the food came after our seafood bags, which was frustrating. I ordered Combo 2 with snow crab and 3/4 lb of head-off shrimp, potatoes, and sausage. I specifically chose no-spicy seasoning, but my bag was still spicy. There also wasn't much sauce, and what was there was too thin. The other person who ordered a seafood bag agreed that the sauce wasn't thick enough. I was honestly very disappointed with my seafood bag. The potatoes were served whole in the bag, and I only ate maybe 2 or 3 pieces of sausage and I can tell the corn is frozen prior to cooking. It's very mushy. I spent around $65 total on the bag, fries, steamed rice, and can soda. And I honestly felt like it was a waste of money. For $65, I expected the food and overall experience to be much better. The wings, garlic noodles, and fries were good, so those were definitely the highlights. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not compare to my experience at the Berkeley location. Another downside is that the drinks are bottled or canned, so there are no refills. Service could have been better as well. And honestly, the first red flag was the bathroom. It was horrible and made a bad first impression before we were even seated. Unfortunately, I will not be returning to this location. I expected much more, especially after having such a great experience at the Berkeley location.

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