In a region known for healthy eating and foodies who pride themselves in "sensible" food, it's actually refreshing to find a restaurant that serves good fried chicken! In fact, we occasionally drive across the bay simply to dine on the simple yet delicious cuisine offered at Caesar's Chicken. The food here is interestingly eclectic (to say the least). Where else can you find a combo meal that includes fried chicken (with subtle soy sauce flavoring), tasty spaghetti, cole slaw and French sour dough bread? The food is good...and worth the half-hour trip (or longer with traffic) to the East Bay. There aren't many seats in the restaurant; so, we typically take our meals to the park across the street and feast on our food. Caesar's Chicken isn't much to look at, but (to quote Han Solo) "she's got it where it counts." I'll continue to make a pilgrimage to the East Bay and Caesar's any time that I'm hungry for simply delicious chicken and, well, spaghetti. read more

Caesar's Chicken - Fast Food Near Me - Hayward, California

I am so disappointed this evening! I called to place an order on 9/2 at 6:45 pm, the young man that answered said they close at 7:30 and all orders needed to be placed in person. I began to ask a question when he hung up on me abruptly. So I drove from Oakland to hayward to place my order, when I arrived I stated my disappointment to the young man working. He then grabbed someone from the back only to tell me that I cannot order. (Mind you this was at 7:10 pm). Quite upset I asked for the managers name and number when I was told that info could not be disclosed. So I asked for the workers names (which I think they lied about because I could them in the reflections chatting in the back). The other customers inside said they wish they would've seen the poor behavior of the workers before ordering their food because they would've taken their business elsewhere. I am still quite bothered by they disrespect displayed inside read more

Just enjoyed a 10 piece Chicken only with a side of 1 pint Sauce. (Real Italians call it gravy) We make our own pasta at home and then enjoy the gravy with Parmesan cheese. Fantastic, our family has been enjoying this chicken recipe since the 70's. Back when it was near 3 ring liquor store read more

Caesar's Chicken - 2 chicken thighs and pasta - Fast Food Near Me - Hayward, California

what i ordered... 3 piece with spaghetti and a slice of french bread fried chicken... great (good amount, freshly fried and the most tender & juiciest fried chicken breast i ever had. one lowdown; a bit salty) spaghetti and french bread... good (i was expecting it to be bad but it was a real deal though in minimal amount, spaghetti with good chunky meat sauce and an authentic french bread) ambiance... good (clean and small with a couple of tables and an ample amount of parking space) service... good (lady was nice) cost... $+ (fair) read more

Caesar's Chicken - ...juiciest fried chicken breast ever - Fast Food Near Me - Hayward, California

Love this fried chicken! I usually call in my order or order online. Always ready on time & the staff is friendly.

What can I say?..... The best "mom and pop" fried chicken spot in the east bay. I ve been going here since I could remenber. My dad used to go here we he worked at Mack truck in the 70's/80's. Even know the original family sold the place, the new folks kept the traditional recipe and its still great. Dont mind the sides (pasta/fries :( ), enjoy the chicken. I ve spent many-a-hours woofin down Caesars Chicken while kickin it in Kennedy Park. These places are disappearing quickly so take advantage now! My original post was deemed offensive by somebody at Yelp so I removed a word. They want honest opinions, interpretations and reviews here...(As long as they are the same as theirs) read more

No flavoring for the breast meat I bought the 2 piece special one was slightly burnt and comes with fries which ok I am not buying the chicken again read more

This place is hit or miss. But when it hits, it hits good. That's when they have the best fried chicken around. Period. Found a staple in my bread. It was lodged in pretty good before I removed to see what it was. No biggie tho, they staple the take out bags and these things happen. Besides, I needed the extra iron in my diet. read more

Caesar's Chicken - Watch out for staples - Fast Food Near Me - Hayward, California

I don't know what happened to this place it used to be so good. When you walk in the walls had pictures of famous people who actually ate at the restaurant and then signed autographs. Now it's dirty and dingy. There's a point of sale system standing up in the middle of the floor for some reason it doesn't look like it works. There's writing all over mouse pad customers are supposed to use with the word "cock" written on it. This used to be like our Sunday dinner for me and my mom for a lot of years because of the chicken was so delicious. Not anymore she refuses to go back after last night you know. I paid $40 to get two movie box sets one with dark meat one with white meat. We got four wings in one and four drumsticks in the other box. This is not $40 worth of anything. The potato salad was disgusting. Literally the spaghetti was the only thing worth the money and it was still tasteless and bland. I believe that restaurants have been taken out by another family. They don't really seem to care about cleanliness or about customer service. The girl is the counter was very nice but the quality is the thing I have a problem with. Won't be going back until it's under new management.. read more

I've been here numerous times. I hate to rip a business apart especially a small business I may go back to, but I gotta put them on blast. Be very aware of your order when you walk out the door, there are some young guys at the register that Likely are family (I'd have fired them otherwise) that have little recollection of what they just charged you for and don't seem to care that it all gets in your bag. Also, customers and staff without masks like it isn't a huge pandemic going on. The chicken is good as hell I do have to say. Just check your bag before you leave AND know the time frame they give you means nothing. I called and was told 20 min (likely a standard time they just tell everyone) got there 10 min late and was told my chicken wouldn't be ready for 15-20 more minutes. So I guess they don't actually make the order till you get there sort of making preorder pointless...... read more

Actual Rating: 3.5 Stars My mom was craving Caesar's Chicken yesterday, and so my wife and I ordered from here around noon (we were going to visit my parents anyway). With tax, it cost $33.10 for 15 pieces of chicken, 8 pieces of french bread (1/2 loaf), a pint of spaghetti (there's a meal that includes all this, and you can substitute garlic bread if you want), and 1/2 loaf of garlic bread. Our cashier was friendly and a hard worker. We had to wait about 14 minutes for our order, but that's because 2 large orders were picked up. There was also an annoying man around (I think he just ordered spaghetti). He went through the tall garbage can and recycling bin. He collected about 10 cans (I think he crushed the cans outside, and then he was later smoking outside- I doubt that he can afford his habit simply by collecting cans). The environment here is casual, but the cashier was so busy that he probably didn't even notice. Gift cards are now sold. There are 3 items on the Kids Menu (2 Drumsticks; 4 Chicken Nuggets; a Drink for $1). There's a new side item: Mashed Potato w/gravy. There are 2 Specials right now (ex: Small Fries for $1.99). There's now a nice TV inside (a no!no! infomercial was on). There's also a small bulletin board. To the right of it you can find some local papers (the selection is limited). It's nicer inside (there are 2 tables and 17 chairs, and the layout makes the restaurant look more spacious than it really is), but only about 10 framed pictures are up now (over 40 were up before, and the ones now up appear to be "new"). 2 are of Raiderettes, and another 2 will delight Twilight fans (a cast picture and one of Robert Pattinson). Most of the others are of former athletes (ex: Michael Jordan; Joe Rudi; Brett Favre). The french bread here is consistently good (my dad especially likes it). Although the garlic bread is tasty, it's inconsistent (you don't really know what you're going to get). The loaf we picked up on Christmas Eve wasn't as garlicy as the 1/2 loaf we had yesterday. It also looked lighter, almost like there was a cheese spread on top (I want to make it clear that the garlic bread was good both times). Unless you ask for it to be sliced, you'll receive your garlic bread unsliced. You also have to mix the spaghetti yourself. The sauce is always at the bottom. The chicken was better and more filling yesterday than it was last time. There were even some huge thighs (I lightly teased my wife for not being able to finish the one she grabbed). This restaurant is truly popular. Even at 8 (my wife and I were driving by), there were 3 people inside. 2 were waiting for their food, and a man was about to order. Don't say no!no! Say yes to this place. read more

BEST FRIED CHICKEN EVER!!!! My family has been coming to this place for years, and it's always a treat when I fly home to have this for dinner. I haven't found fried chicken like this anywhere in San Diego yet so the Bay is so lucky to have this place. Forget KFC, this place shouldn't even be compared to that chicken. Yummy, crunchy, flavorful goodness. On top of fried chicken they have some yummy Italian fare such as spaghetti, raviolis and hot fresh bread. You can either order a meal or family style, all for a good deal. BONUS: They have the best McDonald's toy collection display behind the counter. You take one glimpse and those toys really take you back to the 80's when they actually gave you the good stuff in a Happy Meal! read more

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My favorite fried chicken spot! Local business that always provides consistently good fried chicken: crispy, flavorful, juicy. This place has been here for decades and you always count on the same, great quality food. read more

I've just recently tried this place after many years of having it bookmarked. Here's what I learned. It's basically a take-out joint, unless you want to eat in what is basically a waiting room (not recommended). There is Kennedy Park across the street with decent benches under shady trees but can get quite ghetto under certain times and conditions (hot weekend days). Could be an option to eat Caesers take-out. We had it one early summer's evening as the sun was setting and proved to be ideal. 4-5 hours earlier, probably not. The fried chicken is pretty solid, especially not coming from a chain. The skin/crust is well seasoned but a tad salty. It is crunchy yet juicy in the interior. Can't ask for more in a down home Chicken house. Orders can take a while, like 20 minutes "while". Unlike all chains they do not precook their chicken to sit under lamps. This is not "fast food" folks. Either call ahead and use your travel time as your wait, or simply be patient. It's worth it IMHO. Spaghetti is one their sides. How awesome is that?! And it's not bad spaghetti either but rather a simple but solid rendition of the American-Italian classic. I gotta say that I was pretty stoked at eating 2 of my favorite meals in one. Crunchy homemade chicken and soul satisfying spaghetti. Money! Coleslaw is a pass but the bread that comes with the spaghetti is actually quite legit. The four piece meal with sides and a soda runs just under 10 bucks. You will get stuffed and satisfied without denting your wallet. Your welcome! read more

It's actually been years since I've ate at Caesar's Chicken. I stopped because they originally took too long to cook (which I mean, you don't want raw poultry, but an hour was too long). But on this cold afternoon, there was a sudden craving for fried chicken and I was in the area trying to find some good Christmas clearance at Target so I took a chance. Everything seemed the same, but the menu had shrunk. It's pretty simple now with either options for meals, just chicken, and sides. The meal had better chicken portions but it also came with spaghetti ad garlic bread. I was there just for chicken so decided on the 10 piece a little under 20 dollars before tax. They take credit card and cash here, and you can also order ahead online to not have to wait. I was pretty surprised by the wait time because the chicken was done in about 10 minutes! There was a couple other people waiting around inside, and we all got our food around the same time (we all ordered around the same time, too). The interior is clean. Counter space and two tables with chairs that look like it's really just for waiting and not eat in. No drive though, but it is more of a to go place as most of Yelpers have mentioned. The chicken was super juicy and the flavors were still there. I actually think it tasted better than before, but it has been a while. The skin was crispy and thin; the insides were fully cooked! It came with wings, breasts, and drumsticks! It's not Popeyes (which is down the street) cheap, but you got to support your local business and Caesar's Chicken is no different! read more

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Thought I'd row by this place since I pass by every blue moon. Captivated by a very off the hook chicken logo I decided to give this place a try. Food: The chicken was overly salted. The coleslaw tasted greasy....why??? The mash potatoes were very plain...needs a bit more creme/butter to smooth it up. On top of that my stomach hurts after consumption. It hurts as I'm writing this review....yup Service: Order at the counter then sit and wait. I lined up, the lady in front ordered and she walked away...for about 5 minutes. I ordered and sat there for about 15 minutes. 20 minute process for fast food....is an issue. Environment: Dark, ghetto, cold, uncomfortable, and dangerous. Those were the things rolling in my head as I was waiting for my food. Price: Under $8 for a 4 piece chicken meal. Enough for two. I guess that was pretty cheap. No Thanks. I'll stick with Popeyes. Food: 1 Service: 2 Environment: 1 Price: 3 Would be a two overall but another -1 for causing my stomach pain! read more

Great mom and pop chicken establishment in the Bay area since as long as I can remember great fried Chicken. The crispiness and seasoning they use leaves KFC in the dust, they also have simple but very tasty pasta, I believe there are a few other items on the menu. Right across from Kennedy Park in Hayward, if you get a little hungry there they place to go for some good take out chicken and pasta. Can't go wrong with Caesar's. read more

Delicious and flavorful, tender and juicy. Prices are pretty reasonable. So what's not to like? My visit to Caesar's started out great. I got the movie box and it thought it was pretty sweet having four pieces of chicken - even though there were two wings, they were pretty sizable! Problem was...the coating was a little salty. Actually, a lot salty. A couple of pieces were almost inedible. No good! However, I can also report that I really like spaghetti as a side. Not that the spaghetti, with meat sauce, is anything write home about, but it's a nice respite in between bites of chicken. An Italian fried chicken joint is a cool concept. All in all, I would probably give it another try and hope that I wouldn't get salt bombed again. This may very well be a four-star joint. But then again, over-salted chicken batter is kind of a rookie move - and this place has been in business for years. read more

I gots to say.. Fried chicken doesn't get better than (Say-Sars Chicken). I made a recent visit here and it was a Great one. I personally thought everything was going to change and go downhill but I was Dead Wrong. The Taste and Price remains the same. The chicken was super fresh. Im guessing it came right out the fryer and wasnt sitting in the warmer. Service was a breeze. The girl is on point with the orders and food. Basically, Im going to support my local business which i love with a passion. Im going to bump it up to 5 Stars cause its that good. read more

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No Fuss Good Chicken To Go!! Called in lunch order at 12:30 on a Saturday, call was answered quickly placed order, ready in 20 minutes for pickup. Ordered: 10 piece Chicken Only Spicy, crispy, good chicken I make my own garlic bread, mashed potatoes with brown gravy, and broccoli, I only want their chicken. read more

Rude young guy at register. My receipt said Jamie?? Seemed bored and irritated that he had to help us. No greeting no thank you no see you next time. He took our order and hid in the corner on his phone. If you are going to have kids be the face of your business at least teach them basic customer service skills like " hello" welcome in" " please" " thank you ". I have been a customer here for 20+ years but I probably won't be back. My last visit was definitely better and least I got eye contact and a thank you when I left from the counter girl. No bueno read more

Went before store closed paid almost $14.00 for two small extremely salty dry breasts a tiny pasta bread way too much money place is going down hill sad to say it's not the Caesar's I grew up with the quality is gone. read more

Caesar's Chicken - Way too much money $14.00 for dry salty cold chicken - Fast Food Near Me - Hayward, California

Craving for fried chicken was normally easy for me before, either go to KFC or Jollibee and solved. But, with all the different kinds of fried chicken recipe that I've been reading about, I started searching for other fried chicken places. (And no I won't cook my own fried chicken lol) Yelp showed me several places and I got curious to drive to Caesar's, even though it's a bit far away. It's a take-out place. I wouldn't even call it a restaurant because there's no place to eat at. There was a long table at the side, probably for checking out your bagged orders, but it was not conducive to eating-in. However, that's what we did. We ordered and ate at the side corner quietly. The whole place smelled like fried chicken and it was so good. Crunchy and juicy on my first bite of a leg piece. The breast was kind of dry, but the crispy crunch outside made it all good to me. Their dinner combo came with a half pint of spaghetti and French bread. The 10-piece bucket comes with a pint of spaghetti and French bread. I also tried their Minestrone soup which was all right. Not bad, but not so great. I don't really care about the spaghetti. It has too much tomatoes in it that it was too overwhelming. But the fried chicken, it was indeed fried chicken. I'd probably go back here just to take chicken to go. read more

Caesar's Chicken - Fast Food Near Me - Hayward, California

Another great delivery! HOT AND FRESH! Apparently this isn't a long enough review according to Yelp so all the extra is just what it is, extra. read more

Don't change the recipe ,,,,I purchased dinners the other night and there is for sure a change ,,, Caesar's has always been the verybestchickenin town ,,,,,,You will notice that if you don't change back you will be losing ,,,,,, read more

I tried this place for the first time, the place itself is pretty small and not that much space inside to dine in, this is more like a take out type of a restaurant. The fried chicken were a little on the salty side but their ravioli were the highlight of the menu for me. I will come back here again whenever i am craving raviolis because after all, I am a pasta person. Give this place a try, you might enjoy their food and keep on coming back for more. read more

Their phone was "busy" for the last 60 minutes. Passed by their spot and they were still open and no cars in their parking lot.

We've been huge fans of Caesar's for years, and I mean years. I grew up in the neighborhood and we've ordered Caesar's for lots of family party's and there was never any leftovers. Even when we moved away, we would make the trip back to Caesar's to get our fix. I remember the original owners would take sabbaticals in the fall, so we would get our Caesar's fix before they closed and after they re-opened. But something happened when the family sold off the business. New owners came in and started skimping on the seasonings and it just wasn't the same. It got so bad, we stopped going. Years have gone by, and after looking at some reviews, we decided to give Caesar's another shot. I was pleasantly surprised. Comparing to the original owners and on a scale of 1-10, I'm giving them a 9. My wife was a little tougher and gave them a 7-8. Either way, it's still good fried chicken and it's better than what we have in the Tri-Valley. If you haven't been in a while, give them another shot. If you've never been, definitely give them a try. read more

Unfortunately the restaurant never recovered after the original owners sold the place. The "new" owners started off strong years ago, but service quickly dropped off. They started hiring young folks who didn't care and would stop answering the phone anywhere between 1-2 hours before closing. Sad for such an iconic staple of Hayward/SLZ. read more

This place made me fall in love with chicken! It used to be located down the street from my grandparents house, until it burnt down. I can still taste the wonderful drumsticks and remember how excited I was every time we would go eat there. I think this is the best chicken I have ever eaten. I really love the drumsticks because they are juicy. The spaghetti is not my favorite at all. If you're on I diet I wouldn't recommend eating here ;) Their food is best when ordered to go, because there is VERY limited seating. read more

We came here a few weeks ago. Customer service was not as great as I thought it should be. The cashier wasn't friendly. We ordered the chicken, 8 pieces mixed & large house salad. The chicken was too salty for me. Whoever fried the chicken is heavy handed with the salt. The salad was good & the ranch dressing. I won't stop by again, the chicken just too salty for me. Others may like it though. read more

Whenever I think back on my childhood in Hayward, I think about the Zucchini Festival, Festival Cinemas, and Caesar's Chicken. This place is great for getting food for the family. When you've got growing kids who can eat you out of house and home, this is a great place to get enough food to keep them happy without it costing an arm and a leg. The chicken is juicy and delicious. The spaghetti is flavorful and a great idea for a side. You even get sourdough bread with your order! What a bargain! I don't know where LeBron and the Lakers will eat when they play the Warriors in Oakland this season. If they're looking for a great place that's off the radar, this is it. And don't forget to vote in the midterm elections this November. Every election counts! read more

This is some good ass chicken. They take forever to cook it (don't ever order it through door dash if you're getting it delivered because you can be waiting an hour--and they're a five minute drive from me). Solid spaghetti and potato salad, but the chicken tho!! Tasty and worth the wait. One star off for the wait. read more

Finally, after years of being told how great this place is, I stopped by for some chicken. I am a totally wing snob so I decided to try some here. They did not disappoint! Nice and saucy with a hint of spice. I am so excited to have another wing restaurant in my arsenal! Only Con: hot day and no AC inside. I am not sure if that typical but it was not very pleasant to wait for my food. read more

You know those hard days... Those days where you come home wiped out from a long and rough day at work? You're hungry, but can't muster up the energy to cook a thing? That is what this place is for. Good, hearty food for a decent price. Nothing fancy, but it takes care of business. Consistently reliable good food. - I love garlic bread like this. The last place I could get it like this was at Banchero's and they're closed! - the fried chicken is tasty and juicy. - the ravioli is decent and hearty. You get a good amount for a good price. - Not a fan of the spaghetti... large noodles with the alright sauce... meh. Not a place and sit down and dine. Even though they have a few tables, this is more of a call in or take-out situation. Mmm... On a cold day like this, hungry... I feel like driving over right now. read more

I grew up on Caesars chicken. And I don't drive. I've tried to order from here six times in the past two months and each time my order gets canceled. So never again I tried but I give up on Caesars Chicken today was the last time. Yes I tried ordering for delivery but order got canceled everytime. Guess you'll remain in my past. I even work at a restaurant that serves nothing but chicken. But I wanted your chicken. But all I got was canceled. read more

The place is small the chicken is good a little salty to you have to tell them the garlic bread is good the people are nice Butttttt they allowing customers without mask so that through me off but besides that I would reccomend others like the spaghetti but not me read more

With the fried chicken choices in Hayward fairly narrow, Caesar's has been our "go-to" spot for many years, like 30 years. We don't live in the East Bay anymore, but as Hayward natives, Caesar's is a nice throw-back of tasty nostalgia for us. We still have family here, so whenever we have a hankering for fried chicken take-out (we'll always bypass the chains, KFC, etc.) Caesar's works just fine. They offer a lot of options, whether you're looking for dinner for 2 or 30 people. I love the fact that they offer spaghetti and garlic bread with their fried chicken, that's truly an "old school" tradition. Sure sometimes the chicken might be a little salty or greasy, but that's nothing that some good hot sauce can't cover up. We come here because it's tasty, convenient and priced right you can serve a hungry crowd on a budget. read more

Caesars Chicken USED to be my favorite chicken spot until today! When I got inside the place it smelled like dirty old oil. I never imagined the chicken not being the golden color it usually is. My order was ready in less than 5 minutes which has never happened. When I got home I opened the container and found some dark looking fried chicken I bit in to a leg which by the way looked and felt soggy. Definitely used dirty old oil it taste so bad I threw it all away! Obviously the chicken was re fried a couple times the leg was tuff and hard texture like not a soft piece of meat as the leg should be! I will never ever go to Caesar chicken ever again! I much rather have Popeyes! read more

Caesar's Chicken - two pieces of fried chicken in a styrofoam container - Fast Food Near Me - Hayward, California

One of the best chicken places in my area. Way better than KFC or Popeyes because they include spaghetti as well.