Their seafood is the way to go.but I feel like the star of the show is definitely the fried fish prawns. Definitely the oysters they give you a good amount. Seems pricey, but you can feed two or three people with one of the combos anytime I'm in Oakland. I always swing by there customer service is average but it's a takeout place is to be expected. They take your order to get straight to the point and say please and thank you. This place is definitely a Town staple. read more

Food was on point. Portions were AWESOME. Service was quick! And it was nice and quiet inside the building aside from the outside noise. Big order and in and out in 15 minutes. Props to the cook in the back sorry for interrupting your LUNCH break lol. Steak burrito Steak nachos Steak tacos. YESSIR. read more

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I was extremely disappointed with the quality of the fried prawns. They were so thin, they appeared to have been pounded flat with a mallet. They were like tortilla chips, very dry. I only ate three. What a waste of money . My friends talked me into returning my order. So I did & ordered chicken wings. We'll see. I told the manager/owner how bad the prawns were and showed her. She agreed. read more

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Las Palmas is no frills fried fish. The service is good, they are polite and responsive. I've. It had the burritos or the chicken. Just fish and they do it right. Fresh and crunchy. read more

It takes a lot for me to leave a yelp review. Literally just finished throwing up because of their green salsa. It was rancid and tased super citric like it had gone bad. Really wish I knew that before I dumped majority of it on my burrito. Go to the one on Fruitvale. Not sure if the store has exchanged hands yet but if not, it's better. read more

I usually don't have a problem here but I just got a steak burrito that was minimal on the steak and the steak was extremely fatty. I usually watch while my burrito is being made so I can monitor how it's being prepared. Today it seemed as though they waited until I walked away to prepare it. I gave the fatty meat to the feral cats in my neighborhood and the rest I threw away I won't be coming back. read more

It's Thursday after tennis and I'm hungry. I meant to get a shrimp Po boy sandwich across the street but they were closed. I came across this place and decided to get a shrimp super burrito. It was pretty huge but I ate the whole thing. It's packed with all kinds of stuff. I think there are fair number of people that would opt to perhaps eat half now and a half later. This is strictly a takeout place. A pretty nondescript establishment. This is my first time here so I can't comment on the other items they have on the menu. But I can assure you if you order a super burrito that you won't go away feeling hungry. read more

Charlie's Las Palmas Restaurant - Shrimp super burrito - Seafood Near Me - Oakland, California

I go there for the catfish, generous portions and the filets are not thin. I also enjoyed their nachos, more than enough for two people!

I had a Fresh Charge on my Ankle Bracelet so I jumped into my Rover Whip and rolled to Rue Rues BBQ . When I arrived there I found that they were Closed when their posted hours said open . Epic Failure !!! So I rolled down the Street and rolled into Charlie's Las Palmas Restaurant and Ordered up a Catfish Meal . Usual wait 10 Minutes . Charlie's is Straight Up in the Hood !!! Straight up Ghetto Fabulous , But I wasn't worried I had my Go Bag with me. Fun Fact I was on a Jury a Few years ago that Convicted a Mass Murder that lived right down the street LOL. Charlie's has Menus posted on the wall . They have Bullet Proof Glass and Bars on the Windows. No Public Restrooms . Street Parking Only. 5 Tables with 2 Chairs a piece to Dine Led TV for entertainment . They only take Cash Or Atm Cards . You order at the Microphone in front of the Bullet Proof Glass . While I was waiting for my food I had 2 Panhandlers hit me up for Change and seen a fool walk by Strapped . When my food was ready they called my number on my Receipt. I unpacked my food to find 3 Perfectly Cornmealed and Fried Catfish Fillet's , Box Cut Fries and 2 slices of Wheat Bread . The Catfish was Fresh and Tasted Great and the Fries were Crisp . They also serve Burritos there . But I stick with the Fried Fish . read more

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Never disappoints me and my bf always get a combo plate the fried catfish with shrimp and fries, it's enough to feed 2 people. Always fresh and seasoned just right. No photo would be decent enough to make up for how good it taste lol will definitely eat here again read more

Chris, one of the cashiers and cooks had excellent customer service. I'm really big on small kind gestures and he definitely fulfilled that with his professionalism. I asked if he could please hold off on sweeping and using disinfectant products while I was finishing my food and he happily understood. Also the veggies that they put on the burrito are one of a kind. He grilled the onions and bell pepper. Most places just put tomatoes and lettuce and call that a veggie burrito. The food exceeded my expectations! I will definitely be back for both the customer service and tasty burritos. Thanks again Chris!!!! read more

Very good fried fish. The fish taste fresh, it's reasonably priced and you get a good amount of food for the price.

This place I would never ever go to for Mexican food. Apparently the prawns are really shrimp in disguise(although, I've never had them from here), but the catfish has not done me bad yet...so this is what I will stick with here. Definitely not worth the Mexican food. It does not taste authentic at all(perhaps that is not the goal‍) and I tried it twice just to make sure. The second time only reminded me of why I don't order Mexican food from this spot, especially wIth so many great Mexican food spots (trucks included) so close by. You've been warned. read more

Charlie's las palmas and las palmas are both in oaktown. think they are operated by different owners. this charlie has a see thru window (bullet proof) to the burrito making station. menu: burritos, tacos, fried fish/seafood, dessert. music: mexican music tv: not on eats: regular fried buffalo (6ps) fillets, 10.75 -light corn meal coating. nice fresh fish taste. -caution on light bones within fish -potato salad from red poatoes, homemade., fresh & sweet. -tartar sauce mostly mayo. crumbs: -4 stars for fish, probably 3 stars for burritos -burrito ingredients premade in trays.. -food cooked/made to order. read more

I ordered 1 large red snapper and it was really hard and dry in the inside maybe I caught them on a bad day but I would not be goin back to that one read more

Just thinking about Las Palmas makes me drool. They have the best fried oysters and prawns. The French fries are good and hot as everything is cooked to order. They do accept phone orders, but if they are super busy you still end up waiting. They used to be better with phone orders, but so many people call and order and then don't show up. The burritos are huge, their is no way you can eat it all. Unfortunately, I don't get a chance to eat here as often as I would like but I did notice that the prices are creeping up. When I first started coming to Las Palmas a combination of oysters & prawns (large) was $13.00. Now a large is almost $20.00., if not a little more. They were not exceptionally busy but can be and I was glad that their were not a lot of people just hanging around. The only down side is parking. read more

This food is always great! I've recently got the steak and shrimp burrito which I'm currently addicted to, if you're in Oakland in this area then you should try!!! read more

Been coming here for a while, yes it's in the "ghetto". Bullet proof window & a microphone to order from. They offer burritos (huge portion), tacos, fish, I like the snapper, desserts and gumbo. I love the fried oysters and fish, I have never had the burrito, but my friend always orders one and the thing is massive, ask them to cut it in half. You can call in your order (recommended). Walk in orders take around 5 to10 min. I think they play music sometimes (Mexican). They have off street parking. It's usually always a park right in front. read more

Charlie's Las Palmas Restaurant - Speak in the mic - Seafood Near Me - Oakland, California

The cashier was unsanitary. She had on a dirty mask. She didn't wash her hands in between serving the (us) customers. Not even when food and money was exchanged. read more

Ummm, the people that work here are sealed behind bullet-proof plexiglass for their safety. Let's just say you don't go here for the ambiance. I've only been here once, and got one of their specialties - the super burrito. It was aight. But what set it apart was the sheer, monstrous size of it. It was massive. A monolith in a flour tortilla. Definitely enough for two meals... and I'm certainly no dainty eater. They also serve fried seafood platters - red snapper, fillet of catfish, prawns, and oysters. I haven't tried any of these dishes, although they do seem popular with their customers. All things considered, if you're in the mood for a down-home fish fry or the biggest burrito you've ever seen, Charlie's will hook you up. read more

Hahah definately hood! However they have the absolute best shrimp and steak burrito. Its sooo fat you need to have it cut in half just to be able to eat it. Sooo good my tummy calls out to mee when I think of this place. Call ahead so you don't have to wait, you may get robbed if you hang around too long hahaha read more

This is strike three for my most recent visit to this location. I have ordered catfish two times in the last few months and was given some other type of fish. Today I ordered catfish, prawns and oysters and informed the guy who was at the order window that I received another type of fish before. He assured me that he was giving me catfish. When I got home I bit into a piece of fish that looked like catfish but wasn't. The prawns were cooked to death and the oysters were these large, overly cornmeal globs of yuck. I was going to call back but I decided I don't ever plan on going there again. The sad thing is I used to enjoy their fish years ago. read more

I love visiting the Bay Area because of the people, and the food! You cannot go wrong with any of the Las Palmas restaurants in my opinion in terms off good tasting food. I ordered a shrimp burrito. It tasted pretty good, but it was sort of small. I did not get to the little bit of shrimp and sour cream until the bottom of the already small burrito. A little disappointing. read more

Charlie's Las Palmas Restaurant - I recommend calling ahead - Seafood Near Me - Oakland, California

* 3.5 stars * Yep, 3.5-4ish stars is about right for this place, all things considered.... -The interior (and exterior) leaves much to be desired and the prices aren't bad but aren't amazing either (I've had a larger and tiny bit better veggie burrito from my fav. place in Alameda for less $$$ than here)... BUT! -Tried their super vegetarian burrito and it was quite yummy. Maybe not Quite the largest taqueria burrito I've ever eaten but still nice, big, and heavy. What's awesome is how much the menu has in terms of diversity. Deep fried seafood, shrimp burritos, gumbo, etc! Talk about variety.... The conclusion is definitely that I'm glad to have this place under half a mile from home, however I will say that I wish they could make the interior look a little nicer and more welcoming / hospitable. (Till then it'll always be take out!) read more

Disappointing. Shrimp nachos were horrible. I've gotten better tasting Mexican food from a food trucks. Totally unexceptionable coming from an established restaurant. The food was cold. The nachos were store bought I so wanted them to be authentic. I was hungry too, but lost my appetite after a few bites; never again. read more

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Came to Oakland and stoped at this place I order a burrito and it was the biggest burrito I ever seen...

I haven't been here in many years. Needed a quick bite and they're close to my residence. The taco is a good size however the fixings are not evenly proportioned. I'm adding more cheese n sour cream which you can barely see in the photo. Only two jalapeños. Not to throw shade on Las Palmas because they are good but Gerardo's is a mom n pop Mexican spot with better prices for the quantity and more meat choices. read more

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This is usually my go to spot for fish. I don't go often but I usually go about twice a year. Today, I was totally disappointed. I ordered catfish and an order of prawns. My advice to you is don't order the prawns. The small shrimp were butterflied to make them appear larger than they really were. All I tasted was the batter. Not once did I taste shrimp. Those were a total waste of money. The batter they use has no spice in it so it is bland at best. This will be my last visit to Charlie's Las Palmas. read more

Moved into the neighborhood recently, gave Charlie's a chance. Ordered 2 Super Shrimp burritos. Very good! I would recommend. The waiting area was rough, demanding rude customers. read more

I paid $15 for PRAWNS and fries and what I got was these smaller butterflied shrimp that was a minute or two from being shrimp jerky. Plus a combination of new and a lot of old fries. They use to be better. NEVER GOING BACK!!! read more

Charlie's Las Palmas Restaurant - This is not a prawn. Jerky butterfly shrimp. - Seafood Near Me - Oakland, California

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So delicious and great portion size! I had some nachos yesterday and I'm here again today currently waiting on my order now! I also recommend the shrimp and steak burrito mmm! read more

Their steak and shrimp nachos are tasty. Just make sure to order your chips on the side if you're tak8ng them to go.

The food was fresh, fried perfectly. Side are becoming boring. Mac n cheese, greens or green beans, fried rice could enhance the menu.

Just to let everyone know stanley from the news got a tip and picture that they had rat traps on the chicken they use..just a heads up

2 stars because (just as one other review said) the catfish was NOT catfish for certain! This WAS my got to spot for fish other than homecooking. No longer will I waste my time here. read more

I've had the biggest and tastiest burritos ever here. They also have fried seafood and gumbo that pretty good as well.

delicious burritos! the super burritos are huge with tons of good stuff inside, including loads of jalepenos which are often not included in burritos at other places. and it's cheap too! read more

This is good fish. neighborhood is right in the ghet to, but hey ghettos used to be a good thing. i digress. if you scared dont be. its all good, good catfish, snapper and scrimps er shrimps oops my bad. Imug me and I'll mug you back!! read more

Best place to get food if you go to Mills College. They give you a lot and their prices are great. Calling ahead is the best bet unless you feel like waiting around a bit. It also hits the spot. There isn't very much seating inside and you have to order through a microphone which is the drawback. read more

Sooooooo bomb had the super shrimp burrito omg worth the price on point . Staff was nice and the food was so good . My friend had the fried shrimp /red snapper plate so much food and really good !! Will be coming back no doubt !! read more