Small spot next to an Indian grocery store, only street parking available. There's not a lot of seating inside but there are two picnic benches outside. No frills. Chicken sandwiches and fries. The chicken is well seasoned, perfectly crispy, and pairs beautifully with the slaw and brioche buns. The fries were nice and the seasoning was delicious. Note: if you can't handle spice, probably not the place for you because there's a hint of heat in every bite. read more

Fowl + Fare - Classic Chicken Sandwich and Fries - Sandwiches Near Me - Alameda , California

If you're craving some tongue-tingling tangy flavors, this is the place for you! Just when I thought the fried chicken craze was slowing down, I saw this spot pop up in their new location on Alameda's main island just off of Park Street. Hubs and I decided to try it when our Saturday errands ran into lunchtime. The flavors at Fowl + Fare make a classic crispy chicken and dill pickle or even a Nashville hot chicken sandwich seem bland and boring. We ordered the classic chicken sandwich (which is actually mildly spicy itself), and the citric hot. The citrus flavor was unlike anything I've ever tried, making every bite intriguing. The pear slaw and unique seasoning blend elevate the flavors and set this chicken sandwich apart from the next. Even the fries come with a zesty flair that tastes like a sweetened jerk spice blend. Chef knows what he's doing. The dining room is rather small, so consider grabbing your order to go. While you're waiting, you can buy a craft beer or two from next door to enjoy with your gourmet meal at home like we did. read more

Fowl + Fare - Classic Classic Fried Chicken Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Alameda , California

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Been eating here since it operated as a pop-up out of The Lodge in Oakland during the pandemic. We've been devoted and loyal customers ever since and now trek to Alameda every time we need our fix. Everything William makes is on point and delicious. You can taste the food is made with love and care. It's just the best! Our favorite is probably the Lemon Pepper Chicken Sandwich and the Black Garlic Chicken Sandwich. (The Citric Hot sandwiches are very spicy so just be sure you can handle the heat!) William also used to do an amazing Hibachi fried rice that we miss. If you see the chicken biscuit sando on the menu do not sleep on it--that's another standout! Looking forward to trying his latest menu additions including the chicken wrap. That shit looks insane! read more

Fowl + Fare masters the art of frying and seasoning flawlessly. ‍ Thank you, I truly enjoyed my meal! read more

Fowl + Fare - Citric hot and lemon pepper chicken sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Alameda , California

Family wanted to grab food while in Alameda. After a quick search, we found Fowl+Fare. It was our first time trying out this spot. And, we were not disappointed. We were greeted right away and got our order in. Service was great as we were told how long it would take, 10 minute. It was worth the small wait. We grabbed the Jamaican Jerk and Black Garlic chicken sandwiches. Both sandwiches were great. Had great flavor and the chicken was moist. I would definitely recommend this place to anybody looking for a gray chicken sandwich. read more

Fowl Fare is located in front of Kaiser , it's probably one of the best chicken sandwiches I've i had . And I went in and had two because of hype on social . I got the charred lemon pepper sandwich. I had never seen this kinda option offered , everyone everywhere else does the hot chicken ones and those are cool but it's so much better that this one is different in that regard. The chicken was well seasoned , juicy and crunchy . I washed it down with a modelo lol . The classic was awesome and honestly had the most original taste of a chicken sandwich I've had in such a long time . You can tell the chef put a lot of care in the recipe for this one and I hope y'all keep frequenting this business so they can open longer. They typically open at 5 pm and go on till 10 . They are only accepting Venmo at the moment . read more

Fowl + Fare - Charred Lemon Pepper Fried Chicken Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Alameda , California

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Fowl + Fare is absolutely worth the trip. I ordered the lemon pepper chicken with fries and the citric hot chicken burgers, and everything was fresh, perfectly seasoned, and incredibly flavorful. You can tell the food is made with care--nothing tasted rushed or generic. The customer service was awesome--friendly, welcoming, and efficient, which always makes the experience even better. This isn't a traditional sit-down restaurant; it's more of a walk-up spot with a few picnic tables outside (not many), so we ended up getting our food to go. Parking can be a little hectic, but it is 100% worth it. We live about an hour away, and my teenage son ate his lemon pepper chicken in the car and said it was fantastic. That says a lot--he usually skips food with lots of toppings, but he loved this one. That alone sealed it for me. Amazing food, great service, and totally worth a return visit. I'll definitely be back. read more

A bit pricey, but fair chicken sandwiches. Got the original and habanero chicken sandwiches. Both were great and I usually buy them with a side of fries. They're worth a walk or a drive for a bite. The service was great the lady was nice and happy to recommend when asked. There's only outdoor seating so if it's chilly be prepared to wear something warm. Parking is a hit or miss with just street parking, other than that come by and enjoy their food. read more

lets start off by saying everything here is amazing . I'm not even a fan of dark meat thighs and Allen has definitely perfected these thighs cause his chicken sandwiches are the only ones I've enjoy eating. Service is 10/10 no need for a longer answer. The Ambiance is great, you're chillin right next to park st what more can you ask for. read more

Fowl + Fare - Custom citric hot elote sandwich. - Sandwiches Near Me - Alameda , California

Ordered the jerk chicken and lemon pepper an and fries. I rather enjoyed my meal and found the jerk chicken to have the right amount of heat. It was a lil on the salty side for me though. The slaw was good, wouldn't mind having that as a side dish or more in the sammich. The lemon pepper seasoning tastes fresh, like real lemon zest was involved so I'll probably get that next time. All and all, it's a good small lil spot for a quick thigh meat fried chicken sandwich. read more

Just tried Fowl and Fare for the first time today! I LOVE fried chicken sandwiches and never knew there was a good chicken sandwich spot in Alameda, so I was super excited to check it out. I got the citric hot chicken sandwich cause we like some spice around here, and girlll it was spicyy! I feel like I have a pretty good spice tolerance and this wasn't unbearable, but the spice overshadowed the flavor of the chicken. It was a mix of a dry spice rub and a spicy oil and spicy aoli with a hint of tang. The pickles and slaw were a nice balance for the chicken and the brioche bun was good, but I just wish I could taste more of the flavor! The fries were good. They had a nice Cajun seasoning similar to Popeyes fries. Overall, I'd come back again, maybe to try some of their other sandwiches, but it's not the best chicken sandwich I've ever had. read more

Fowl + Fare - Citric Hot Chicken Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Alameda , California

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Delicious food, fast and friendly service with a nice little outdoor patio. The classic chicken sandwich and seasoned fries were thoughtfully designed and well executed. Simple menu, great attention to detail, a restaurant that does a few things very well. Friendly folks too. read more

We came here for lunch the other day. The chicken sandwiches are amazing. My Dad got the Citric, I got the Jamaican, and kiddo got the Classic. We also got an order of fries and drinks. The Citric is spicy hot and delicious, everyone's idea of spicy is different... this one was flavorful, spicy, and also had my nose running. The Jamaican was delicious too. And the Classic was great too. The fries were seasoned, hot, and crispy. Kiddo loved them. Their chicken Sammie's are very generously portioned with a huge piece of chicken. Super friendly owner. I love when a restaurant does one thing really well, and Fowl + Fare has it down. I do secretly wish they had tenders or nuggies, but I'll take the chicken sammie any day, it's DELISH! read more

Won't be back and I didn't even get anything because it was a 20 minute wait for a chicken sandwich and he was already out of dinners at 2pm. Like how long does it take to fry chicken. He told the guy in front it would be 10 minutes. The lobby was blocked off so you had to eat outside. The chicken sandwich was $17 without fries. I don't know how this place gets good ratings. I was trying this place based on a FB review. There was one guy handling the money then making the food. I didn't see him wash his hands or change gloves. He might have great sandwiches but there is a lot of competition out there. If I would have known I would have gotten my $3 chicken sandwich and there is a line in San Leandro. Don't believe the hype...this place is meh. read more

I always get the Fowl Fries with classic chicken, and I have to say, I love how consistent it is--it never disappoints. I've also tried one of their wraps, and it was solid too, definitely a good option. The service is always on point; the guys there are super nice. They've got outdoor seating available too. Overall, I'd recommend it if you're craving some fried chicken vibes. read more

Fowl + Fare - Fowl fries ( classic chicken) - Sandwiches Near Me - Alameda , California

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Solid Chicken Sandwich on par with the Bay. Seasoned fries are good along with the Chipotle Sauce. You can skip the Birria chicken fries though. read more

I ordered the Lemon Pepper sandwich with fries. It was delicious! The fries were seasoned perfectly. The service was quick (18 min) , I ate here because it was recommended by Grub with Mike on Instagram read more

Fowl + Fare - Lemon Pepper chicken with slaw - Sandwiches Near Me - Alameda , California

This shop is located inside The Lodge and operates out of the kitchen, just beyond the bar. We ordered via QR code, which was an easy process. I ordered fries and a black garlic fried chicken sandwich. The food took about 10 minutes to arrive and it looked great! apologize for the terrible photos of the fries--it does not so then justice. The chicken sandwich was so flippin' tenderrrrrr! My friend had the lemon pepper and I think I preferred the flavor over the black garlic. I think the little kick of acid was something I was missing in the black garlic sammie. The fries were crispy and delicious! I can't wait for my next trip! read more

Fowl + Fare - Classic Fried Chicken Sandwich with Black Garlic - Sandwiches Near Me - Alameda , California

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Ordered for delivery and it was great!! I had the Classic Chicken sando and, as others have said, it was juicy, flavorful and has me thinking of all the friends and family I want to recommend Fowl + Fare to!! Even after the delivery ride, the batter was crunchy and the sandwich hot. The bun was delish and the aioli and garnishes were tasty!! I'm going to go back (or go in for the first time, actually) and have the Lemon Pepper version and more! read more

My foodie friend Bri took me here one night after saying I NEEDed to eat these chicken sandwiches. Ordering was seamless and we ended up dining in. The chef was so nice which made it an even better experience. We were able to get our hands on the coveted fried chicken sandwiches and fries. Everything was SO delicious and flavorful. Truly top tier. I'll be back again and again. The chicken sandwich was definitely one of the best I have eaten in Oakland . read more

Fowl + Fare - Classic Fried Chicken Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Alameda , California

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Tried Fowl + Fare for the first time and it was pretty solid! I got the jerk chicken sandwich, and I'd rate the taste a strong 8.5/10. The flavors were great, and the sandwich was well-made. The only downside is the lack of indoor dining--just two benches out front if you want to eat on-site. Overall, it's a good spot for a quick and flavorful bite if you're in the mood for a chicken sandwich! read more

The fried chicken sandwiches here are amazing! Nothing like I've had anywhere else. Amazing service and cool outdoor dining area, too

Decided to check it out on a gloomy Sunday so there was no line. My husband and I decided to split the Citric Hot Fried Chicken Sandwich and the Charred Lemon Pepper Fried Chicken Sandwich. Both sandwiches were juicy and flavorful. The slaw and pickles really compliments the sandwich. I do not usually like spicy but the Citric Hot sandwich was delicious and was not overpowering. We both agree that this ranks first in comparison to Dave's Hot Chicken and World Famous Hotboys. We would definitely return! read more

Had the classic chicken sandwich today. The bun, veggies, and sauce were very good. Pickles were fresh, and crunchy. The drawback was the chicken patty. It was not what I was expecting, as it was chewy, stringy, and maybe could have been cooked a bit longer. Definitely was not as crispy as i was expecting. Could have been just poor luck with the draw, but we will see. Fries were excellent. Seasoned well, and just the right amount of crispy. The dipping sauce was excellent too. Same as on my sandwich. Service was really good, and very friendly. Need to stock up on the drinks! They were very limited today, and I'm sure the drink delivery guy was just very late. Outside seating area was comfortable, although windy. It was difficult to keep items from wanting to fly away during the meal. I'll update this review later after another visit. read more

Simply delicious, I don't know what I was expecting but I received that and 100x more. Staff was very friendly, and while there's not much to say about the seating/ambiance, the flavors from the chicken sandwiches alone provided whole heap of comfort. read more

This was the first place at outside lands where I was like okay yes the food here is good. I got the citric and the slaw with the heat was soooo good. For the sandwich, it was chicken thigh and super juicy!! 10/10 read more

Fowl + Fare - Citric Hot Fried Chicken Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Alameda , California

I love fried chicken sandwiches, especially hot ones, so I was stoked to try this place out. Ordered a couple of the citric hot, a couple classics, and an order of fries for the family. Fowl + Fare is run by a super nice dude, and I'm happy to see new businesses on this side of the island. Their style of hot chicken sandwich isn't really my cup of tea though. It was just too sour tasting for me, but I did think their seasoning worked well on the fries. The buttermilk was decent, but nothing special. Would probably give these guys another try if they offered a more traditional Louisiana hot chicken sandwich. If Yelp allowed half stars, I'd definitely give this place a 3.5 read more

Pretty sure I died and went to burger heaven after the first bite. It was like a mashup of In-N-Out and and a gourmet burger. The caramelized onions, aioli sauce, house made pickles, beautiful beef patties and brioche bun made music in my mouth. Ughh, ridiculously good. On to the chicken sandwich. Holy smoke Fowl + Fare nailed it! The breading is perfectly seasoned, and crispy, and it actually adheres to the chicken after each bite! The chicken sandwich is fire, and the citric hot sauce is well balanced (we asked for it on the side :-). Lastly, and not to be underestimated, are the French fries. Imagine elevated McDonalds fries. Same shape but a bit crispier and with a meticulously blended season. Damn, they were good! Fowl + Fare nails it! Plus, the cook/owner seems to have a passion for dishing up amazing food. Thank you Fowl + Fare! read more

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I've been catapulted out of Yelp retirement by the sublime perfection of the chicken sandwiches at Fowl + Fare. The chicken is tender and rich, the breading feels perfect and carries so much of their well-crafted flavors. The sauce and slaw gives variation and balance, and the bun is pillowy. The vibes are so good whenever I pick up a takeout order, and I always leave with a smile on my face. I'm taking everyone I know to the shop, and I'm going to be an absolute fixture. read more

Best chicken sandwich I've ever had. No contest. Owner is awesome and always coming up with unique ideas that hit every time.

We were on our way to Alameda beach and looked for a sandwich location near by. Google brought us to Fowl and Fare. We were impressed with the photos of the chicken sandwich on the special menu portrayed at the door. I love crispy chicken sandwiches and that's what I ordered. My wife got a similar but different chicken sandwich. The pictures on Yelp don't do the sandwiches justice. It was a large chicken breast, that we deliciously juicy and a soft fresh bun. There were other ingredients in there too. Take a look at the menu, all a great combinations. Will, the owner and chef brought our food to the outdoor picnic table, we got a beer next door and enjoyed our wonderful thick, juicy and delicious sandwich with a side of crispy fries. Had a great conversation with Will, and how he got to where he is. Will an accomplished chef and full of talent and passion for making his client's happy. We were definitely happy. Thanks Will. This place is near consignment shops and thrift stores with easy parking. Wish there was was in the East Bay. read more

Was in town and saw the pictures and reviews. Lived up to expectations. The Chicken sandwich was amazing and the garlic fries were even better. Same guy who was taking the orders was also making the food, felt very authentic. He also snuck in a free sandwich for me just because! Would definitely come back when I visit. read more

Fowl + Fare - Strawberry Hot Chicken Sandwich and garlic fries. - Sandwiches Near Me - Alameda , California

Been here many times and never disappoints. Maybe the best biscuit I've ever had and it feels like it was perfectly made to be a sandwich. You're likely coming for the fried chicken sandwich with the slaw but don't sleep on the breakfast biscuits with the veggie gravy and any weekly special that pops up. The birria special was top notch. Every extra step to make this food delicious has been taken. read more

Fowl + Fare - Birria fried chicken biscuit - Sandwiches Near Me - Alameda , California

I came here to try the chicken sandwiches. I got the classic chicken sandwich and the lemon pepper chicken sandwich. We also got the fowl fries. I'm pretty impressed with the sandwiches. They are a little pricey in my opinion to not come with sides but it was still good. The chicken was seasoned nicely and juicy, the slaw makes it have a little tang in my opinion, and the aioli was good too! It is a bar so I was carded upon entry but I ran in and grabbed my food and left. The ambiance was busy and bar like. read more

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What went well here? The chicken sandwich was fantastic! The chicken was perfection inside and out. The slaw was wonderful and did not make the sandwich wet or soggy. What needs improvement? 1. The person who took my order was unfriendly and seemed unnecessarily brief and rude. 2. $25 it is a lot to pay for a to go sandwich and fries. read more

This place serves really juicy and delicious fried chicken sandwich. The owner Will runs the kitchen himself and takes the time to speak to his customers - super friendly guy! We came here on a Wednesday night and was able to get a table. Wasn't crowded but most of the tables were filled up. It's located at a bar called The Lodge and they had a $7 beer + shot special which we took advantage of. Located across from Oakland Kaiser, parking is mostly street parking. Lots of food establishments nearby as well. The first bite into the sandwich was amazing - juicy chicken that complimented the slaw and pickles, plus the aioli sauce. Everything except the buns are made from scratch which is quite impressive. A lot of work and effort goes into making each sandwich, which explains the high price but it's worth it. I also loved the fries, its seasoned well and was addicting. I got the citric hot and others in my group had the lemon pepper. Citric hot had a slightly more kick, but it wasn't more than a mild medium spice (I eat a lot of spice). The lemon pepper is much milder and has a lemon kick to it. I forecast this place will gets its own restaurant/shop in the near future! There are other items in the menu that I'd come back to try. Will come back here soon! read more

Amazing food and service. Plenty of fun flavor choices whether you can tolerate spicy food or not. There are outdoor seatings if you are looking to dine in. Some of the best chicken tacos I ever had. read more

Great chicken sandwich! Slaw and pickles paired well with the chicken. Nice soft bun. Will be back!

Hidden inside the lodge (on the corner of McArthur and piedmont) but definitely can stand on its own. I will say that their quantities seem a little limited, given they ran out of fries around 7pm (though note the group that I was with had ordered and recieved 6 orders already) but the ordering system does say how many orders are left so keep that in mind. The fries are pretty good. More on the skinny side but crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The seasoning is a little interesting since it seems to have been tossed in something containing sugar. Not sure if I like it but overall confused by it. The sauce that it comes with is great though. It does have a little bit of a heat but not overwhelming. I also got the classic chicken sandwich. This sandwich came out fresh (note: very hot in terms of temperature. Good crunch and well seasoned chicken. Meat might have been on the tad dry side. It brioche bun seemed also pretty sweet to me and almost seemed to overwhelm the chicken. Will say it's a decent chicken sandwich. If you want a good meal almost with your beer then this is a good place to stop at to get both. read more

My go to for chicken sandwiches in the bay area. Flavors are unique and amazing + fries are dope! 10/10 would recommend