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    Sideshow Kitchen

    4.4 (643 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    good burger, no cheese, super tasty
    Chloe C.

    Food - ordered the good burger without cheese, bbq wings and lemon pepper wings. FOOD WAS SO FREAKIN GOOD! bun was lightly toasted, flavor of patty was tasty and wings were super fresh. Service - pretty busy. We ordered and waited maybe half an hour. Ambiance - [[HIGHLIGHT]]cute little place and has outdoor seating, good for bringing dogs as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Grilled Salmon salad with an amazing aioli. Line 51 Pilsner. Crisp and light, true to style. Great pairing.
    Aryana F.

    I tend to eat burgers, and theirs are seriously good. My sneaker hit though is the salmon salad. Grilled to perfection, supported by the freshest lettuce, with dressing to die for. Today it is paired with a perfect Line 51 Pilsner - hits the spot for a summer day. Owner operated, with attention to detail, and a passion that is absolutely conveyed through their cooking.

    Valerie C.

    My boyfriend has been trying to find the best spicy chicken sandwich spot to replace Hot Bird (originally in sf but moved to Oakland and closed) and heart great reviews about this place. We ordered a hyphy chicken sandwich and the original good burger (single patty). Even though it was busy, food came out fast so that's always a plus! We both preferred the good burger more than the hyphy chicken sandwich and regret not getting a double patty. The meat was so well seasoned that it was such a classic burger. If they didn't use 2 chicken thigh cutlets to make the chicken sandwich, we might've enjoyed this more. The hypyh chicken sandwich was so saucey that it masked the chicken thigh and made it soggy. My bf and I both agree this isn't a classic spicy chicken sandwich and prefer other places. Service was super nice. The cashier working that day and the women bringing out our food was super friendly. Would come back just for the burger!

    The Side show  Burger! Come and get one!
    James P.

    Everything is amazing! Great big menu! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Large shaded eating outside area![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Fast and Friendly!

    Hi Hyphy Fried Chicken Sandwich
    Clinton P.

    Cool spot near the jobsite. Highly recommend it! Usual Friday spot for the field crews. Had all the sandwiches and they don't disappoint. Be sure to order cheese fries as an upgrade. Hope y'all enjoy!

    Smashed them burgers!
    Jenni M.

    Let me tell you... this place rocked! So freakin delicious, great service, and happy customers! We dug right in so no photos of the food, but the photos on Yelp already represent the foods yumminess

    James W.

    No frills burger stop where the milkshakes are my favorite. Full of flavor and made with real ice cream. They also have delicious burgers well-packed with toppings. I had the single patty Good Burger, which is quite filling, but for those a little hungrier, they should absolutely try the Sideshow. Their fries are right in between crispy and soft, but note that their garlic fries come with a lot of fresh raw garlic on top. They have a lovely outdoor dining area with plenty of heaters and roof cover. Plenty of picnic tables to sit on and fast delivery times. Staff are friendly and patient as we stared up at the menu.

    Mark A.

    Phenomenal. My wife was craving a burger and we had recently tried their new concept Sideshow Express which we loved so we decided to give the OG location a try. We each got their signature burger, garlic fries and split a salad. Everything was delicious. The burger was perfectly seasoned, juicy and fresh with plenty of veggies. The garlic fries were crisp and flavorful and the salad was large with chick peas and plenty of veggies. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have patio seating only which is no problem as there are plenty of heat lamps, a roof and two TVs for watching games.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was prompt and nice. Can't wait to come back.

    Oteon B.

    Everything was good and good portion. Wings were fire & the burger was even better. Didn't make it to the photo lol

    Sideshow Burger, garlic fries, and Dozen Lemon Pepper Wings
    Alyson C.

    I will never stop raving about this spot! It's the perfect place for a classic burger and fries, or wings with insane flavor. I had the best lemon pepper wings I've ever had here. The homemade ranch was the cherry on top. You have to try the LEMON PEPPER WINGS!! The burger also shmackin' with a great house sauce and two flavorful patties with all the goods. We enjoyed a few ciders as well on their sun-lit patio and it was a great vibe.

    D. Reneé B.

    Saw this on my Reels for a while and decided to give it a try. Service was amazing. Menu is clear and to the point with many different options. It's all outdoors with just the right amount of seating. There's covered seating as well as uncovered! We had the Good Burger with fries and the buffalo wings with cheese fries. The strawberry milkshake was thick and creamy. I love also that they have Pepsi and Starry!!!!

    Sideshow single and fries.
    John F.

    The last time I came here I got my order to go and when I ate the food I felt that I didn't get the true essence of the meal since it was eaten an hour later. This time I ordered to eat at the spot. The food was delicious, perfectly cooked and the fries were hot and crispy. I walked right up to the counter and was immediately helped and my food was ready within minutes. I will definitely return soon to try something different.

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    Donyae L.

    Food was SUPERB We dined in and even received a free refill Everything we had was amazing The hyphy chicken was spicy (made my nose sweat in a good way) The good burger is a single patty but extremely filling. We came on a Sunday ordered quickly , open seating and street parking made my plan to return even simpler. This is a sweet addition to Oakland (really almost Emeryville) TRY THEM! (I'm definitely coming back)

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    Ask the Community - Sideshow Kitchen

    Still a good place to bring kids? There used to be games they could play on the patio. I haven't been in a few years.

    I didn't see any games. But it's nice outdoor setting to have a casual meal with tables big enough for families

    Are there restrooms?

    Yes

    Can anyone tell me if they serve shakes and malts?

    They do and they are fantastic!

    Do you take large orders of ~125 wings? I wanted to place one for this weekend, in advance, but couldn't find a way to contact you.

    Are their burgers flame grilled?

    Broiled, not boiled! Delicious!

    Will you be showing the Super Bowl on Sunday?

    Yes

    What is the good burger sauce?

    Its a house made thousand island. Ketchup, relish, mayo, spices and a touch of lemon juice.

    Is it dog friendly?

    Yes we are dog friendly! We have a large patio area for your friend.

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    World Famous Hotboys

    4.4
    (2k reviews)
    2.6 mi
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    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

    4.8
    (82 reviews)
    3.3 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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