We were in the neighborhood, hungry, and knew the area lacked abundant food offerings. We had seen…read morethe cute little Dojo Dog food truck (well, food trailer) before -- and this time gave it a try. Glad we did! Rebecca was running the truck with her husband, and they were warm, friendly, and hard-working. That same care reflected in the food. Comforting flavors, big portions, and just what we needed. ---- Food ---- The hot dogs here are big, delicious, and fantastic value for the price. Wushu Dog: Loved this one. Inventive and delicious. Great texture, topped with pork sung and crispy cabbage, plus katsu sauce and Japanese mayo. Savory, crunchy, and satisfying. Sumo Dog: Japanese curry beef chili with cheese and fresh scallions. Hearty, comforting, and perfect for that chilly evening. Fried Foods: We didn't try, any but they serve fries and potstickers too. The fries seemed to be a crowd favorite at Great Notion Brewery next door (which is partnered with Dojo Dog). Definitely getting them next time. Rebecca told me she enjoys experimenting with new dishes, and the creativity shows. Looking forward to trying more! ---- Drinks ---- We didn't but drinks as we were enjoying beer at Great Notion, but Dojo Dog also offer drinks like milk tea. ---- Bonus ---- As I mentioned, they partner with Great Notion, one of our FAVORITE bars in the Bay with the best smoothie beers and stouts. You can bring your Dojo Dog inside and pair it with their awesome beers. Inventive hot dogs + beer = awesome evening ---- Vibe ---- Cute little food truck, family-run charm, friendly service, and an endearing hole-in-the-wall feel. The whole setup feels local and community-driven. In fact, it was originally created by Berkeley students. Very cool. ---- Overall ---- Amazing hot dogs, great beer next door, friendly owners, inventive sides, and a fun, low-key vibe. It will hit the spot every time. Can't wait to come back and try more from their menu!

This little truck has delicious, unique and huge hot dogs! I got the spicy sriracha dog which came…read morewith seared cabbage, spicy aioli, sriracha and pork floss. It was a massive hot dog packed with flavor and for the area, a very good price. Also very friendly staff!

I tracked down Kings Bbq at 10th and Gilman in Berkeley. What a friendly fella. He is also in…read moreOakland some days a week so call him during his work hours to find out where he is at. The portion was extremely generous for the price and the bbq sauce excellent. A nice charred flavor to the pork ribs that I like. Enjoy a splendid lunch and/or extra for later. I will return.

Absolutely incredible BBQ experience! The flavors are deep, smoky, and perfectly balanced -- every…read morebite was full of rich, slow-cooked goodness. The meats were tender and juicy, cooked to perfection, and paired beautifully with the sides that added just the right touch of comfort and freshness. You can really tell how much care and passion goes into the food here -- everything tastes homemade and made with love. The service was quick, friendly, and the whole atmosphere made it feel like a true hidden gem.I left completely satisfied and can't wait to come back to try more of the menu. Highly recommend to anyone who loves authentic, flavorful barbecue done right!

This is a fantastic tamale stand located at the corner of Gillman and San Pablo in northwest…read moreBerkeley. The tamales are fresh, juicy and big. The service was great and the vendor enjoyed capturing my grandsons attention and he served us up some tasty food with a big smile. My grandson and I had not problem polishing off a chicken and pork tamale. Dang they are really so good. Maybe a little on the pricey side compared to other tamale options out there, but more than worth it when you sink your chops into such fine food. I can't wait to go back the next time I'm in town! The setting and ambience are perfect since the stand is located in the parking lot of an automobile service station - an excellent choice for setting up shop!

Tamale Place is a food cart In Yen's Auto Service's lot. the address listed is the commissary…read morelocation, a brick & mortar tamale maker. posted address is where the tamales are sold. offerings: tamales: cheese, pork, chicken, corn, vegetarian, salsa, sodas, sour cream. eats: cheese tamale (3.50), only option available during early afternoon -always curious about tamales, not many in Berkeley area -wrapped in a corn husk, it was longer and more narrow than Oakland's usual. surprised to see a long moist jalepeno on top., underneath is a thin vein of cheese that was solidified. had no flavor. the salsa was very spicy! -this was a few hours after buying it. masa was luke warm, didn't warm in up. didn't think it would matter except to make it more melty. *comparing this to other tamales, this is the least worthy.. no repeat.

We are NEVER Disappointed. Best tacos in the area. Choose your pick up time carefully as they have…read morea loyal following. Their cherviche is always on our order. Perfect.

I usually come here for tacos but today I decided on the pastor Torta. I usually come after work so…read morethere isn't a wait. I was quickly greeted and placed my order and it was ready within minutes. The pastor is delicious and full of meat and vegetables. It never disappoints they got a fan for life.

Today I gave into the hype and tried a Berkeley institution, and I'm glad I did. Cheap dogs ($5-6),…read moreunlimited customization with a toppings bar, and a friendly server who struck up a good conversation. I got the garlic frank, and it had a great snap to it and a strong beefy flavor. I wish it was a bit more garlicky though. P.s. the relish is pretty sour so add it sparingly Definitely worth a stop if you're craving a dog

I had a really disappointing experience here. The food itself might be decent, but the service…read morecompletely ruined it. The guy behind the counter was extremely rude--yelling at customers and creating an uncomfortable atmosphere the entire time. What was even more concerning was the lack of basic hygiene. He was handling cash and then immediately touching bread and food without washing his hands or using gloves. That's not just unprofessional, it's unacceptable for any food establishment. Overall, the behavior and cleanliness standards here need serious improvement. I won't be coming back, and I wouldn't recommend this place unless they make major changes.

One of the most treasured hot dog stands in Berkeley in my opinion. This guy works so hard everyday…read moreto bring people at Ashby Bart and from all over some of the best quick-to-go hot dogs, including Hot links (my favorite), polish, all beef, jumbo, and regular. Best of all, like many of the images here show, are his toppings! Seriously, cilantro, mayo, jalepeños, siracha, and regular toppings, they work so well and when he makes them it's magical, no joke. I hope his cart re-opens soon as I drove by today looking to get a hotlink but saw he wasn't there. COME BACK SOON!! And everyone... don't forget to tip well here please!!

Doing my hot dog thang, still. I walked by this cart for years when I commuted to The City. I ran…read morean early AM errand for my neighbor in the Southside and took the train from Ashby BART to campus. On this morning, I was drawn to the Yummy. I had a polish for breakfast, with the full effect. Every condiment and jalapenos. I managed to wolf this doggy down without making a mess as we pulled up in the Berkeley Station. Finishing off the last bite as I the escalator beamed me up, a really pretty woman smiled at me and said, "I, too, had a hot dog for breakfast..." as she wiped a bit of mustard off her lushest lips. Worked for me!

WOW! Best food hands down! Not only were they the nicest…read morepeople. The food was so hot n delicious! I will keep and eye or two out for the truck. The plantains were Devine! I look for real great plantains. I found them here. STAK yelper at the new STAK BUILDING. It was this wonderful place and a restaurant next to them! Everywhere I walked everyone was raving about Jollof kitchen. And the one next to them wasn't as delicious as. I can't wait to find the truck and eat here again. So so much food!

Love Jollof Kitchen! I go every month on first Friday in Oakland for the veggie plate. I put my…read morefriends on and all they talk about is when we're going back! Service is always great and super quick. The flavors with just the jollof rice are amazing, full of flavor in every bite. It tastes just like my friend's mom back home so I will forever appreciate the food.

Ordered thru door dash .. love this place but I'll never order close to closing... they only put…read moreone green and one red salsa in the bag.. the driver has to waited 15 mind for our order the food was hot when we got it.. the baked potato was good but I could have had more meat and more green salsa.. ordered the shrimp tacos.. it was so good very flavorful.. shrimp was deep fried.. loved the carrots on side.. 4 shrimp come in the taco .. the chipotle sauce was a good addition as well.. no pico for me but definitely would order again. Can't wait to try the fish tacos..

This is one of Oakland's best kept secrets! All of their menu items are delicious and well…read moreportioned. Their service is quick and friendly. The outdoor seating is refreshing during the summer. I didn't know what to expect since it's beside the railroad tracks and a bar called Aloha Club but I was pleasantly surprised by the tasty food from La Grana Fish! They have aguachiles and ceviche, birria, mulitas, vampiros, tacos, and aguas frescas! Every plate is perfectly seasoned and savory. They definitely cover several regional cuisines of Mexico at this single food truck. I would argue it's one of the best Mexican food trucks in the bay, so much so that it reminds me of LA. Can't get any better, unless you head to Mexico itself.

From Dallas, on a contract in San Jose. Been struggling to find good flavorful food, so I headed to…read moreOakland for the day. These wings are delicious. The free sample wing sold me - then ordered 15. Will be back

Absolutely loved these chicken wings! The wings were juicy and packed with flavor--the kind that…read moremakes you stop mid-bite and go "wow." You can tell they're made with care, not rushed or generic. What really set Carlyle's apart, though, was the amazing service. Jamel was friendly, upbeat, and genuinely excited to make sure my crew and I had a great experience. Great service all around. If you're a wing lover, Carlyle's is a must-stop. I'll 100% be back for more!

We have been here twice now and the food is incredible. I got the mole plate today and my husband…read moregot the fish tacos. While the food is amazing, the service is beyond wonderful. The staff is so kind and FAST. They answered all questions we had and made amazing suggestions. We live in Walnut Creek and will be back soon because it's that good!

it was amazing! the food was great i'll definitely be going back…read more100% would recommend, ambience is gorgeous as well