I can't believe living in east Oakland for many years I've never tried this place .. Anyway I was in town and wanted a good quick breakfast.. My daughter suggested this place and we ordered from Door Dash.. It was delicious. I ordered the chicken and waffles and the only thing that could have been better was the chicken needed a little more seasoning.. other than that it was cooked perfectly, crispy coating and juicy inside.. the waffles were delicious as well .. so I would definitely recommend this place . Until next time, Happy Eating ! read more

Fong's Cafe - Chicken and Waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

Breakfast pick up spot for cheap. Grits sausage and eggs for the right price. Kind of rude but can't complain for the price. Take out only.

Hasn't been here in a couple of years. My co worker mentioned wanting a kitchen sink so we placed the order over the phone and walked to pick it up. A great treat read more

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Food is alright. It will do the job. I prefer 106th happy dog but like i said it will do the job.

Man if you knew Al's cafe on Seminary this is almost the exact same hell they might as well be brothers. But it's a good hole in the wall spot for breakfast. I've always had good food from here just about anything you can think of. It's clean and it's a small spot so expect to either wait to sit or get your food Togo to avoid having to wait outside. The people are quick and friendly and amazing at how fast they can get you your food knowing that they are there early to prep ahead of time. Check them out at least one time! read more

Went to get food before work called 45 mins ahead of time and when I got there they said 5 mins this is ridiculous they should do better with putting orders in read more

I've been coming to this spot since at least the late 80s - early '90s. It's dope diner food with Bay diverse options.

I've been to some of the other Fong's before in Oakland, assuming they're all connected, so when I was in the area I decided to meet up a friend there. Their indoor seating was closed/unavailable, so they only take take-out orders. I tried and recommend their groundbeef scramble, and salmon croquette meal (it usually comes with grits, I ordered it with rice). Both of the entrees came with bread. - A person who ordered before me ordered their salmon croquette well done (to make it crispier, I much try that next time) The staff turned around the order relatively quickly. There was a good amount of tasty food for the price. When you're in East Oakland and looking for breakfast other than fast food, this is a good option. I'd go again. read more

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If you're looking for a breakfast spot that feels like home, Fong's Cafe in Oakland is it! Yes, the cook time can be a little slow--but that's because there's just one chef and one waitress running the whole show. And let me tell you, they are crushing it. Every dish is made fresh to order, and they always get my breakfast just the way I like it. Have been getting my Al's Special with hot links, super soft eggs, spinach for years and they nail it every single time. The attention to detail and care they put into each plate is something you just don't find at chain spots. Service and wait times can be hit or miss depending on what time you make your order as the two person team handles phone orders/ in person orders/ Doordash/Uber Delivery orders all at once but it's totally worth the wait for me. I'd rather have a meal made with love than something rushed and forgettable. Fong's is the kind of place that remembers you and your order--and that's rare these days. With patience, you'll be rewarded with one of the best breakfasts in Oakland. read more

Called to see if they are open on Jan. 23rd. Yes open but only for take out. No dine in.

Hole in the wall with the best comfort food ever! The service good it's like being at home.

Great svc, good grits , pancakes okay,bacon crispy, chops real good rather pricey. Good French toast. Takes ATM, read more

Order came with 1 egg, the rice was super plain and bacon was cool. Felt like a meal from early 2000s . Flavor was 5/10 . I will go back to try another dish . read more

Food is great no complaints...best way to order is online for easy pick up definitely must try

Food is always good. Glad they're back even if it's only from the front door. always a great spot to grab some excellent breakfast.

The food is not the same anymore, lack of textures the service is now extremely slow unfortunately and the restaurant never seem to recover

This was my go to spot till I found hair in my food twice so im good I'll never go back

She answered the phone right away one star. Second star bc they got my order correct. She was sort of rude rushing me off the phone! I barely could tell her my order! Slow down have some more patience please!!!! Now I get the food very promptly. I didn't even know how long it would be bc she didn't tell me. I couldn't asks bc she hung up so quickly. The food was 3 scrambled mighty small eggs I would say. I asked for cheese big mistake slice of melted cheese everywhere besides on the eggs! Hot link was good but over cooked taste like beef jerky. Eggs were under cooked runny scrambled eggs hmm. The home style potatoes were not cooked sad! The sour dough toast delicious! Toasted well buttered well. I had one napkin and if you look at my picture you will see it for destroyed from the oils. Before I could use it. I will say I have been wanting to try this place for years bc. I always see long lines. Everyone has different taste buds so this is just mine. Give it a try good luck! She read more

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EAST OAKLAND LEGENDARY SPOT RIGHT HERE FIRST OF ALL !!!! I love Fongs so much I would give them 5 stars but if you're a native like me you know why I can't , lol . BUT FIRST , the good stuff . CASH ONLY ! Bring cash . Just a heads up. Fongs is located on foothill , it's a very small store front , old school diner feel inside . They've been open for business since I was a kid ! There is no parking lot so parking can be annoying ESPECIALLY on the weekends ( they're busy every weekend ! ) you can sit and eat inside which I have before , but it's easy to get skipped in there if it's busy since it's walk ins & pick up orders coming in hot lol ! Generally I'll call my order in and pick it up . The food : simple classic breakfast . They have breakfast specials and combos , pancakes & French toast . Salmon croquettes... even fried pork chop or steak and egg for breakfast . MY go to is really simple . Grits extra cheese and sausage . Never have been disappointed with my food here . I will say however the orange juice taste like straight concentrate so I wouldn't get the orange juice .... Lol here's the lack of 1 Star ........ customer service lmao ! And I love them . Sometimes it's hilarious sometimes I'm not in the mood nor have any patience! But man they ..... actually it's not they it's the infamous red haired lady . She is so rude . Will hang up on you on the phone if she can't understand you . And I know it can get busy in there but that doesn't mean take your frustration out on the customs !!! Also you can get skipped easily if you're sitting inside , kinda gotta glance over at them every few minutes just to make sure they see you lol . I'd give them a try , simple basic classic breakfast . Fresh and hot everytime . Open 7 days a week from 7:30am - 2:30 pm . read more

Fong's Cafe - My go to for Simple breakfast : grits ( I add 3 slice of cheese & green onions ) with 2 sausage patties & white toast . - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

Great food anywhere in Oakland I love there grits they have al specials and great service

Tried a beef hot link with grits and 2 eggs over easy. Everything hit the spot just right. Excellent service and the lady who served me was sweet. 5 stars for sure and will definitely come back for a comfort food fix when needed. read more

A hood classic nuff said! Get one of the scrambles! Their portions are super big and they have options for everybody !

Fong's use to be the spot. I know they were closed down for a few months. Plus, I heard they were robbed and now the place has tanked. Part of Fong's best feature was being able to chill with a cup of coffee and chop it up with regulars. Now you can't come inside , you can't sit, the staff acts like you're a criminal and everything is at the door takeout. Unfortunately for me nothing about Fong's seems homie or original anymore. The food is fine-ish, it's just not what it once was. read more

I won't be back. Really there's just not much else to say. The sausage was tasty, but that's about it. I was really excited to try this out and left extremely disappointed especially for the price I paid. read more

As an East Oakland native, this place is a staple location for quick good breakfast eats. *Please note it is CASH ONLY* Although I do not currently live in Oakland, I frequent Fong's if not every trip home at least every other trip home. I typically get grits, eggs, salmon croquettes or french toast. Fong's never disappoints. The wait depends on whether you call in or order in, I have never dined in but I may have to give it a try. My food is always fresh and amazing. If you dont feel like cooking breakfast and you are in East Oakland or even going to pass by stop and get some food. It's definitely a must have. read more

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Always the food is awesome! Fast hot and delicious! Close to home so no delivery needed!

Rough area, but the food was worth it! Takeout only. We got the Kitchen Sink and pancakes and highly recommend both.

Always on the spot. Turkey scramble Sourdough bread Hash browns And fresh orange juice which was tasty btw Also they were very polite, quick to serve and patient with request for things like condiments. Also another fave is the salmon croquettes breakfast Even the standards (bacon eggs or hot cakes and sausage) are great! read more

My neighborhood go to when i don't want to cook. Always get the Turkey scramble, fresh ingrediants. Prices are high and small potions read more

Update: had their "Chinese" food for the first time and really enjoyed it! Beef and broccoli: meat was tender and flavorful and broccoli was fresh and cooked just right. Very sauce-heavy, and not a huge portion. read more

Fong's is Officially Back Open!! Come and Check them Out! Same location, Same Great tasting food. All food is Made to order and comes with quick and Friendly service. They do accept credit and debit now no longer cash only. Come see what you have been missing, you wont be disappointed! Now accepting Online and DoorDash orders! Scan QR code in photo to place Order! read more

Fong's Cafe - Menu online ordering is available too! Doordash as well. You can scan QR code to place order. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

This place was pretty good. I was getting my car worked on across the street and decided to get lunch here. I was a little skeptical at first but once I had my meal that thing was the bomb. I ordered Curry chow mein And my husband got a burger He said his burger was good. I'm only giving 4 stars because it's cash only and we couldn't dine in because they was just about to close for their lunch break. I believe 2:30 PM? So I couldn't eat my food right I had to go back across the street at the car shop and eat at their waiting room. My food was super super hot I couldn't eat it right away But the minute I took a bite that thing was BOMB read more

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Always quick and easy service!Great breakfast,slightly busy area..Main dish to buy is a "Kitchen Sink" if you want a little of everything.I got the 2 Egg Breakfast,with cheese on top ,grits ,and bacon .Great for breakfast after a long night of a grave shift! read more

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This is cash only keep that in mind its a small place so eating to go is way better they have the best salmon croquettes that get close to home made in other words you wont be disappointed i got hashbrowns 1 pancake and 2 croquettes for $11.00 thats hella litt read more

Their other location is opened at 5885 Bancroft Ave, Oakland, CA Tuesday- Sunday 7am-2pm (510) 568-9988 https://goo.gl/maps/jaXMFLZTQLdi6gQd9 read more

You can count on your meals being consistent at this place. In the 20+ years I have been frequenting this establishment, I have never had a bad breakfast -knock on wood-. They also have a Fong's Restaurant on Seminary, but for some reason it isn't quite as good. The location is a bit sketchy and there will probably be someone panhandling outside, but if you're looking for the place to sit and listen to the locals talk about neighborhood happenings you've found it. If you go in the early AM, you can catch the "old man shift" - my favorite. The later it gets, the younger (and louder) the patrons are. If you're planning on dining after 10AM, I recommend calling it in and taking it to go. read more

Fong's was buzy the whole time i was there. just counter seating and 7ish tables. place was consistently packed. and the to go orders too. open only till 2:30. for lunch and breakfast. eats: everything breakfast special (6.89) with coffee free -3 eggs over easy, 3 pork links, toasts, and 1/2 plate hash browns tasty food, good value, hash browns needed more browing. food-4 star value. notes: -was mugged around the block over 10 years ago. -wouldn't recommend coming here in the evenings. -lots of patient, hungry people here -relatively good service here. read more

This place is an essential stop for anyone living in the neighborhood, or anyone who wants great breakfast. Friendly customer service from mostly Chinese folks behind the counter and a diverse clientele, mostly African American and Latino. Both times I've ordered I've been only white person there. Fresh ingredients prepared with care and flavored that are spot on. I had the fried pork chops with grits. Hot damn! So great. Our kids love their French toast. On a prior occasion I had the "everything but the kitchen sink" hash. Awesome. If you ever wonder about racism in Oakland's restaurant scene, just walk into this place and imagine it dropped into Montclair or Piedmont - it'd have thousands of 4-5 star reviews and prices twice as high, but the customers would be mostly white. This place is good fast breakfast food- great as any you'll find in Oakland. We like Montclair Egg Shop but this has become our Go-to take out place on weekends when cooking seems impossible. It's a tight spot to dine-in, just a counter with stools, but the food is great. Make the effort to get to know the real Oakland. This place is an institution. As a Public service I'm posting the full menu here. read more

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The location, ambience and clientele are very much hood to the bone. Doesn't bother me and it never will - unless a cockaroach sniffs my food before I eat it. The waitresses and cooks are cool folk. They know their customers and they are respectful. The food comes quick. Be aware: Cash only. My fav: Steak, shrimp, grits, scrambled eggs with green onions and (orange) cheese for $17.46. I would prefer this place over Denny's, IHop, Waffle House, yada, yada, yada... read more

Sometimes in life, you travel, and you bump into something you needed, something you never even thought of looking at in the first place, yet there it was - making no noise, standing perfectly motionless. Sublime. Strong. Beautiful. Perfect. Fong's Cafe is perfect. Don't question it. Don't choose a place with more reviews, with a prettier face, with a more modern vibe. Choose excellence. I wasn't a regular. I was a weary traveler and I came here because everything else looked the same. I found a beautiful home. Grandma welcomed me into her home, greeted me the same (well, maybe not entirely the same because she began in Cantonese and I responded in English pretending to not understand. I'm a failure!) as with every patron. I noticed instantly how quaint and homely it felt, but also how intimate, special this small cafe felt in a locale burgeoning with innovation and pushing away the traditional. 2 eggs and chicken apple sausage with hash browns and a chat with Grandma was all I needed to sauce the soul. I knew after I left those doors that this was going to be a food moment I would cherish and pursue for the long journey. Thank you, Fong's. I hope you never need to change. read more