Excellent sandwiches, barbecue, and sausages!!! Tender and Smokey. The spicy barbecue packs quite a…read morepunch compared to most other barbecues I've tried. Really good! Highly recommend

We stopped by Canyon's Barbeque because the bbq smelled so good outside! We got the large brisket…read morethat comes with two sides (we got the mac n cheese and potato salad) and it was filling for the two of us. Everything was great! Debbie greeted us as it was our first time eating here. Wonderful service and it was so yummy! Would highly recommend.

Tasty I loved eating here with my husband the food was…read moresuper tasty we love the spare ribs and the macaroni bites

Best BBQ in the Bay Area hands down. The flavors a great and not overwhelming. You get great…read moresouthern hospitality here.

First off, the music in this place is great - Earth, Wind and Fire, Teena Marie, DeBarge and…read moreShalamar. All my favorites! Service was exceptional. Everyone was so friendly and the staff was moving as the restaurant got busier and busier. The menu had some good selections and we definitely want to come back to try more. For this first visit, my wife got the fried chicken plate and I got the oxtails. Good size portions and everything tasted great. We'll be back for more!

This has been on my must try list for a least a year now, so I was super excited to try this spot…read moreout. I'm always craving soul food, so it's nice to have one in the tri-valley. The restaurant is clean with a good amount of seating. You order at the register and then find your seat. They had a jukebox box that played all of my favorite cookout music. The mac and cheese was 10/10! I got the red snapper but wasn't not a big fan of it. But, I did also try the catfish was well, and it was seasoned perfectly. The greens were good and I think I would pass on the yams. But overall, this truly hit the spot and I'll be back.

We are repeat offenders at COF. This is the place to get…read moreyour wings there is no other that comes close. I am a huge fan. Everyone is so nice and their food is flavor Packed. If you have not been you have to try COF you will not be disappointed. Street parking is challenging but well Worth it.

If you're in the mood for some seriously delicious Korean fried chicken, Chicken on Fire is a…read morehidden gem you don't want to miss. This tiny spot does one thing -- and they do it incredibly well. Their menu is simple: crispy, juicy fried chicken paired with rice and a side of tangy, refreshing coleslaw. But don't let the simplicity fool you; each bite is packed with flavor! The chicken is perfectly crispy on the outside while staying tender and juicy on the inside. You can tell they've mastered the art of frying. And with the price being so reasonable, you'll definitely feel like you're getting more than your money's worth. The rice and slaw balance out the heat and richness of the chicken beautifully, making for a well-rounded meal that leaves you craving more. My fave flavors are spicy Medium and sweet and sour! This hole-in-the-wall spot might not have all the bells and whistles, but it has heart, great food, and a welcoming vibe. If you're in the Castro valley area, I highly recommend!

Love this place real bad, The crafted coffee's and muffins…read moreare top tier! I love that there is a little play table area for little one's, so family friendly. This is the sort of place to get an impressive, affordable and delicious brunch if you're hungry, or to just have a relaxing morning with your family (or alone), if you're not in the mood to cook

To kick off our anniversary date day, my bf & I decided to come to Denica's! I had been really…read morewanting to try their ube pancakes, so it worked out perfectly. The wait to order wasn't too long, maybe 15 minutes? While you wait, you pass by a display of cookies and they even have samples out for everyone to try. The staff was very nice, even though they were super busy! We tried: - Free chips & salsa: These are a must everytime I visit denica's. They are a great snack while you wait for your meal. 9/10 - The ube pancakes: These were pretty solid. I didn't think that the pancakes themselves had a very strong ube flavor, if any. I think all of the flavor was in the ube coconut sauce that they come with. However, there is only sauce on the first layer so you might want to get extra! It is an additional $2.75 or so to get the extra side of ube sauce, though. The pancakes themselves could have been a little more moist and fluffy, as they were a bit dry and dense. I loved the fruit and sauce, so that definitely made up for it! I'm glad that I got to try, but I don't think I'd get them again. Instead, I would get a regular pancake and a side of the ube coconut cream! 8/10 - The chorizo burrito: My bf said that this was also a pretty good option. He thought that it could have been a bit more flavorful, but was still satisfied with his meal! 7.5/10 - The side of hash browns: These were good, as to be expected! The portion was a bit small in comparison to other diners in the area. 7.5/10 Overall, I always enjoy my experiences at denica's! The vibes are always there, and they are such a convenient place to grab breakfast or brunch.

Love coming here, when David is there he treats us like family and takes care of us, food is always…read moregood and orders never get messed up with him. This dude needs a raise fs.

Came here after work for dinner with my hubby and decided to try this spot out! The reviews looked…read morepromising and knew this place was going to hit. Coming up to the window the man asked if it was pick up or ordering. I said I'm ordering and another man came down and told me he can take my order. I decided to got with a sando meal and I picked the medium spicy. Took about 10 minutes to get my order. Mannnn this place is bomb af!!! So delicious and juicy!!! The fries had a hint of spiciness to it which was great! Definitely 10/10!! Will becoming here more often!

This place is such a great addition to the Union City plaza! I dropped by on a random Thursday…read morenight, and the restaurant was already decently packed. The vibe is awesome, they have a great bar area with a couple of TVs playing sports, and the music was definitely bumping. The staff was incredibly nice and super attentive to our table the entire night. Food-wise, this spot doesn't miss a beat. One of the best surprises was that they offer fresh crawfish, which is pretty rare to find at most seafood boil places. Everything we ordered was packed with flavor, and the garlic fries were amazingly good. Honestly, this boil spot isn't lacking a single thing. Whatever they are doing, they need to keep it up! This has easily jumped to the top of my list as one of my absolute favorite seafood boil spots.

I was looking forward to trying Backyard Bayou, but unfortunately my experience never made it past…read morethe waiting area. My party arrived around 6:38 PM and added our name to the waitlist for dinner. While waiting, it became increasingly clear that more than half of the dining room had already finished their meals. Many tables appeared to be staying simply to watch the soccer match on the TVs. I completely understand wanting to enjoy the game, but at the same time there were 4-5 parties waiting for tables, with groups of various sizes. This raises an important question: at what point does management step in to balance hospitality with serving waiting guests? While no one should be rushed through their meal, when tables have clearly finished dining and a long wait is building, there should be some effort to manage table turnover during peak dinner hours. After waiting about 45 minutes with no indication that seating would happen anytime soon, we decided to leave and eat elsewhere. Ironically, we didn't receive the text that our table was ready until 8:07 PM--nearly an hour and a half after we first checked in. The food may be great, but based on this experience, the waitlist management left a lot to be desired. I hope Backyard Bayou reviews how they handle busy nights and finds a better balance between accommodating guests who want to linger and serving the many customers waiting to dine.

Always delicious! My favs are the meatloaf, rice and gravy and the yams …read more The chicken is always delicious with its crunchiness. Love this place!

Their food was pretty good. Sometimes they were pleasant…read more But since they stopped indoor dining and then just closed, it's a big drag. And there isn't any regular update and that means you can try calling--IF they even kerp the outgoing message accurate. I finally made it to Touch of Soul since they moved. It was excellent! It at least seemed the food was spot on with all dishes cooked with aplomb. My only issue with TOS (a personal pet peeve) is they never returned to real plates and actual silverware. All you can get even for dine-in are plastic utensils. Anyway, in short, southern cafe is dead--Go to touch of soul on adeline