Burger King

I wasn't too familiar with this franchise and always passed by it with so many other food options…read moreavailable. After trying my first Dave's in Pinole, this was my 2nd and had the same experience: consistent. This one is in El Cerrito Plaza Shopping Center by the BART station. I ordered Dave's # 2: Two sliders with fries and comes with pickles ($17.49). I chose the medium with heat options of No Spice, Little Mild, Mild, Medium, Hot, Extra Hot and Reaper. I also got a side of Kale Slaw ($4.59) and added a large Crispy Fried Pickles ($7.99). Mind you, this was a snack, so the sliders were the perfect size. One for me and one for the wifey and we shared the rest. The chicken is crispy on the outside but was simultaneously moist and tender inside. The heat level is basically how many (or how little) they sprinkled on the spice powder. The side of Kale Slaw provided a nice buffer to cut out the saltiness as it's a nice balance of crispy, fresh veggies with a sweet and tangy flavor. I also loved the side of pickles that came with the # 2. They're just plain pickles, and they were definitely better than the Crispy Fried Pickles (skip in my opinion). These were overly seasoned and salty to my liking. I ended up removing the breading just to get to the pickles inside. I also found the price to be too steep to justify the price and quantity that came with it. Overall, it's a solid sandwich that makes chicken right. Better than KFC, but not Popeye's and Jollibee.

Pretty decent chicken sandwiches for fast food or slightly above fast food. The thing I like about…read morethem is they give you a big piece of chicken in their sandwiches so that makes them a cut above most other places that have similar sandwiches. I also like that you can choose from several different levels of spiciness.

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McDonald's

2.2(113 reviews)

1.4 mi

Toddler woke up hangry and we needed something she could eat for the car ride home! McDonald's to…read morethe rescue! Hubby ordered the McDonald's Derpy McFlurry and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Happy Meal for her. I tried a couple bites of my hubby's McFlurry and loved the berry flavor and fun popping boba!! Our toddler devoured her Happy Meal and got one of Bowser's Kids inside! Would return, nice staff in the drive-thru! Will have to return to explore the inside! SYOY! :D

This McDonald's appears to have some challenges. The homeless population tends to hang out at this…read morelocation. Each time I go in, there is a person who has been sitting there all day and set up camp inside the store. The staff appeared to do nothing about it 1+ to this location is that they have a double drive-through, so you move really quickly through the drive-through. Even if there are several cars, you'll be in and out within 6 to 10 minutes. The staff is a little less helpful at this location. They're very stingy on condiments like ketchup. And any special request is a bother to them.

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Medium frozen coke

Taco Bell

2.2(129 reviews)

0.6 mi

Ok since it's a new opening! My daughter decided to get her iced coffee. Second time A HUGE FAIL…read moreAGAIN! The Young man aka kid personality on drive thru! 2:06pm 4/3/2026 awful! The coffee was so awful! Even the manager didn't know how to make the cinnamon one! Shame! TEACH YOUR EMPLOYEES CUSTOMER SERVICE RESPECT! And to MAKE THE COFFEE! I won't even talk about this young man! He asked me to move back while he made a coffee, two freezes! Ok? So I did u know bc of their timer! My daugh immediately said u should have to move back! He should be faster. It's only a few drinks! I should had agreed! BC the car behind me goes around me! Tries to back up to get in front but f me! The young man on drive thru says NOTHING! He almost hit my car! Not caring! I shout out my window as I drive up no sir! He asked us to move back bc of his timer! It's not by choice we aren't at the window! Young Man U should had said something. Then he has the HUGES DISRESPECTFUL ATTITUDE BC HE HAS TO MAKE THE COFFEE OVER. So I politely say Nall! U don't have to make it over get you manager. She begins to make it! Never taste the coffee bc she doesn't know how to make it! She said something is wrong with the coffee! You never tasted it. So ok now this kid is leaning over like "NOW WHAT! Get the hell out of my drive thru vibel! I'm pissed bc he's RUdE! He didn't say wow! Sorry that man almost messed up your car! Then u have us sitting here bc no one can make the coffee! Four people looking on so they can learn! Kid doesn't get any apology! Oooh let me call the 1/800!

The food wasn't all that, my fries were cold... like.... My drink mid.... Now let's get into my…read moreburrito tht had one burnt piece of potato like bruh....do better.... Also my Baja was flat like not bubbling flatter that my butt

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Habit Burger & Grill

3.4(244 reviews)

1.3 mi

Accurate on the order - clean and friendly staff…read more Minus a star because we ordered two OREO shakes and had to ask for them and they must have made them before the burgers because they were melty. All in all, a solid location. Parking is a bit tough on the street but if you find a spot in this plaza you are good as gold.

3.5 stars for the Baja Fish Burger and Portabella Char burger…read more This location has limited parking in front, but across the street from a Sprouts. I ordered via the app which is convenient for a quick pickup. Baja Fish $12 Came to try the "new" baja fish burger and it was decent but not worth the price. The fried fish is a bit overdone and the batter is a little thick, it comes with coleslaw on the bottom and pickled onions on top. Portabella Char ~$8 Habit is one of few places that does a portabella burger and I used to love it here but the portions of mushrooms have goes down and the burger has recently been a soggy mess for some reason.

Inside

Grilled peach and chicken salad (seasonal)

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Costco Food Court

2.8(53 reviews)

0.9 mi

Can't beat $1.50 dog & drink. Love that Chicken Caesar Salad…read moretoo. All their stuff is good, for the price.

They have the calzones here. The service is pretty fast even when it's a long line. They don't have…read moreenough seating for eating inside, some tables are without chairs.

Food Court

Hot dawg

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Costco Food Court Menu

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

2.2(124 reviews)

0.1 mi

Let's review the basics. 1) Clean facility…read more2) Friendly employees 3) Good prices (specials) 4) Quality food Picked up a 9 piece spicy with sides per recommendation from woman behind counter. Chicken was cooked perfectly, well-seasoned AND were good sized pieces vs. the tiny chicken you tend to get elsewhere. Not sure if this is new management, but well done!

This Popeyes is a total win! Right across from Banh Mi Banh Le (just picked up my banh mi order)…read moreand just a quick 5-minute drive from Isabel Shoreline dog park--perfect stop after a pup adventure. The drive-thru service was outstanding. The gentleman helping me was so friendly--it honestly made my day. Scored the 10pc dark meat chicken-only deal (great everyday value) and wow... crispy, juicy, everything Popeyes should be. But the real star? The cinnamon apple pie. Hands down the best fast-food pie I've ever had--crispy on the outside, warm and gooey inside. Bottom line: delicious chicken, pies worth writing home about, and service that makes you smile. Highly recommend this location too! Cheers!

Popeyes Sides

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Popeyes Strawberry Biscuits

H&J Restaurant

4.2(244 reviews)

0.9 mi

Great food and service! House coffee was perfect - they're so attentive w/ refills. Buttermilk…read morebiscuits are the best.

First time at this place and the potatoes, which made up half of the classic breakfast, were…read morerevolting. Mushy, tasteless, and practically grey. Not a repeat.

Dining area

My friends Mexican-style scramble.

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Omelete customized.

McDonald's

2.0(109 reviews)

2.0 mi

Great Customer Service! Placed my order online. I gave my code MV59. He repeated my code and asked…read morewas the order on the screen correct. I said it's Perfect. He said I will see you at the first window. I drove up very warm welcome. Then he handed me my receipt and said thank you very much. Come again wow! Wonderful! Then next window got my hot breakfast. Of course the coffee was hot and delicious. 10/10! Perfect service! Thank you 3/27/2026 9:01 am

The staff here is simply AMAZING! Manager Naomi, Manager Anna, Lionel, & mostly the entire crew are…read morevery polite. Any issue, they will take care of it immediately! The location always as clean as a whistle

Getting coffee. I love their coffee!

Double Cheeseburger

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Nation's Giant Hamburgers

3.0(417 reviews)

0.0 mi

Great Pies, super nice Staff. My only downside was my credit card got skimmed there 6 months ago,…read moreso now I just pay cash. My Bank corrected the overcharges, no reflection on their fine Workers. I highly recommend their fruit pies, especially Cherry and Apple.

Food safety concern. Milk needs to be refrigerated but they always leave it on the counter all day…read morefor making shakes. I've voiced the concern but no changes have been made.

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Outside

Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shop

3.8(179 reviews)

0.9 mi

I love their chicken chipotle sandwich .. I haven't been in a while but every time I pass by that's…read moreall I can think of. Staff is always welcoming and friendly. Will be back soon.

I have a soft spot for Mr.Pickle's in El Cerrito. Hearty sandwiches, freshly baked Dutch Crunch…read morerolls, yummy chocolate chip cookies with every order, and such sweet staff that are always so quick and efficient at the El Cerrito location. Typically always grab sandwiches to-go, but pre-pandemic this spot was always bustling inside. While the Mr.Pickle (chicken breast, bacon, avo, cheese) is our typical order, I noticed on this lunch trip they now have wraps/any sando can be made into a wrap. I ordered a Cali Tuna (tuna salad, Swiss cheese, avo, cucumber) in a spinach tortilla..delicious! Fresh, crisp, and felt like it came from an old school mom and pop deli...man, how I miss those! Each wrap/Sando comes with the "works" which essentially is mayo, mustard, garlic sauce, tomato, red onion, pepperoncini, lettuce and pickles..the garlic sauce is delish and kinda their thing! Also to note, they offer veggie and vegan options, and salads. Kiddo menu too! We have a soft spot for their old school mac salad found in the fridge, and their chip varieties. There is something about that feeling you get when you walk into a sandwich spot that is just indescribable..guess I'm just a forever fan of local shops franchise or not. This location has street parking out front (or if push comes to shove, park in the shopping center next door and walk over). Hearty sandwiches, fair pricing, fun interior, smiles upon entry, and just a really cool, well-oiled machine :)