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    Fish King

    4.1 (213 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Mary H.

    On our food tour of places recommended by a family member lol. In the mood for fried fish. We got the combo which had fish, shrimp, fries and chicken wings The shrimp were good, the fish was ok, didn't taste like catfish as claimed by the restaurant. The fries were good but warm and the chicken had no flavor and the grease they were cooked in was old.

    Catfish & Prawns Combo
    Justin R.

    You know pretty solid. Really deserves 3 & half starts but can't go the full 4. The good: The customer service is great. The guy at the front counter behind all of the bullet proof glass is incredibly nice. The large portions definitely match up to the $$. Had the catfish and prawns combo. Food was fried very well, both the catfish and prawns were pretty tasty. Also loved how they throw a little bit of Cajun seasoning on the fries to give it a little umph. The bad: No seating at all, this is strictly takeout. The decour is a menu and bullet proof glass. Also, it took a while for the food to be made. Would definitely recommend calling ahead 15-20 minutes in advance.

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    Julie B.

    Please don't waste your money. They put burnt meat hella season on a whole bowl of plain rice !!

    Dirty rice?

    The fish, oysters, and shrimp were really good. I would order the meat again. However, the sides were disappointing. They should remove the dirty rice from the menu because what I was given was yellow rice with a little hamburg meat on top. I was so confused when I first opened the container.

    The fish was so overcooked it shrunk within it's own coating. Chewy and hard coating
    Sean C.

    This is going to be a difficult review, primarily because the dudes at this place is so nice. The service is phenomenal. But I don't come here for the social aspect. My partner and I's favorite fish spot is in Vallejo. Reason being is after 22 yrs of being in Oakland we still haven't found a stellar fish place. So today we decided to try something new...give Oakland another chance. This was the place we decided based on the reviews. The fried snapper was overcooked, old, frozen fish. So dry the fish itself dried up to a little strip within the overly crisp batter. It also carried that old fish smell. Like either they've been using the same oil for a minute or the fish is just been thawed for a min. They provide a side and a corn muffin with the meal. The muffin was dry and processed. I chose the greens as a side and they were o-k. Quite honestly the greens were the best part of the meal. I also come from a long line of Black soul food cooks so standards are high. It seems like this place is trying to cook soul food but it's missing the soul. Once again the guys at this place are super cool and just on that I've given 2 stars. The ambiance and experience you get once you visit this place is part of the appeal.

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    This is the place to go for good fried chicken. Worth the risk of going to that area. Service is great! Those guys are super friendly!

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    9 years ago

    Good food! I ordered the king plate with catfish and chicken wings. I enjoyed it all! I love this place and will definitely come again!

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    Amazing food, well cooked and served. I'm definitely coming back. I love the fried fish and fries. Combinations

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    World Famous Hotboys

    World Famous Hotboys

    4.4
    (2k reviews)
    5.2 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    Simple takeout spot with lots of chicken-y goodness. There's street parking nearby…read more My order was placed online and I got a text after my order was ready. I ordered the sando and fries combo and enjoyed them at the picnic tables nearby. 5/5 Chicken sandwich I'm no fried chicken connoisseur, but I really enjoyed this sandwich. My mild fried chicken sandwich was crispy and savory with a hint of sweetness. The coleslaw was a creamy tangy addition that paired well with the sandwich. It's nice they offer various spicy levels; the mild is flavorful without burning off your taste buds. 4/5 Fries were nicely spiced with cajun-esque flavors. Not spicy at all. They included a mysterious (aioli?) sauce that went well with the fries. Fries were crispy though without the pillowy insides I crave. The portion was huge, quite shareable. I also tried a few bites of the thick gravy seafood etouffee. Other folks in my party were impressed with the flavor and generally liked it, but I didn't care too much for it. You might enjoy it if you, too, enjoy curry-type food. I don't often eat fried or hot chicken, but I consider this to be one of the better spots locally.

    Casual southern spot for fried chicken sandwiches. Don't be afraid to turn up the heat!…read more The menu offers flavorful versions of southern comfort foods. We ordered a chicken sando, the chicken and waffles, and a couple sides -- the greens and etouffee. The sandwich was the clear highlight: moist chicken thigh with a breaded crunch, covered by a thin layer of mayo coleslaw. The light, sweet crunch of the cabbage and carrots gave balance to the dark meat. The waffles were crispy but just soft enough you could wrap them around the chicken to make a sweet sandwich out of that dish too. The server was very friendly when we came. I expressed curiosity about the different heat levels, and he shared nuggets batter d in the medium and hot sauces. He shared our excitement at trying the hot stuff! For the record, the medium is hotter than your typical spicy chicken sandwich and probably a safe go-to. The hot level just cracks "painful" but not unmanageably so -- might be fun as a treat. TBH I was pleasantly surprised by how much flavor each sauce packed -- and how different they were. The medium is especially sweet. Go for the sando. Crank up the heat. It doesn't miss.

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    Dokkaebier

    Dokkaebier

    4.8
    (82 reviews)
    5.0 mi
    $$

    Just read Dominic B's (Yelp CM) review that you were closing your tap room, so rush over!…read more Cut and pasted from their website: "Dokkaebi (도깨비), the mysterious, shape-shifting creatures found throughout Korean folklore." Quality/Quantity - You have been on my list to visit since you opened. I drink your beers in most (if not all) the local Korean Restaurants in the Bay. And at some non Korean restaurants. Today I enjoyed your Chuseok Porter, well a few of them... This by far was my favorite of all the beers I drank and tasted here. Also tasted the following: Dokkaebi IPA - Light and refreshing. Lemongrass Witbier - I can almost taste the lemongrass, another light and refreshing beer. K-Beer - Again, another light and refreshing beer. My daughter had the Calamansi & Tea Lager - This actually had more flavor then all the beers I drank except my porter. Lastly, my daughter noticed the Hazy IPA, Hazy Seoul. But I could not/did not want to drink any more. I guess I might have to rush over again before they close. For our snacks we got: KFC, Korean Fried Chicken - Not as authentic as I would have preferred. Gimmari - Wow, a home run. It helped that I have never had this before! My daughter says we will go to K-Town next time we are in LA and she will introduce me to Korean "street food." Looking forward to it. Atmosphere - Small local brewery. They also own the "kitchen" and storage area next door, see pictures. Metered street parking, but not a problem on a Sunday. And free meter parking on a Sunday. Shared restrooms with the other businesses in the building, you need a key. See pictures. Open 4 days a week (well only for one more week..) from Thursday to Sunday. See Yelp or their website. Service - Counter service, just okay. Price - $44 + tip. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 2020 and here since 2023. I am sorry to hear your tap room is closing, but I do admit it has taken me over a year to visit.... So I understand.

    I can not say enough good things about this spot and I am so sad to find out that the taproom is…read moreclosing. First off, it was a great space with ample indoors and outdoor seating. The people here are always extremely welcoming and patient with me as I slowly read through their beer selection. And their beer selection--absolutely amazing. As an Asian-American, I never thought I'd see Kimchi and Yuzu flavors for beer. Obviously, the first time we came here, we had to get flights to try all of their flavors. Whenever I have group events where I have to bring a pack of beer, I always try to bring a pack of dokkaebier :)

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