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Hawking Bird

4.1 (450 reviews)
ModerateAsian Fusion, Thai
Open • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 3 months ago

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Tofu Bowl

Great spot for delicious rice bowls! Awesome staff and nice outdoor pup- friendly seating. Had a delicious tofu bowl with a great tamarind sauce and a calamansi soda.

KMG & Broth (double protein)
Kenneth H.

Never eaten here. Only delivery. Chicken arrives crispy. The KMG isn't overly dry. It's become a weekly order.

Thai sausage bowl
Grace C.

Surprised this place isn't busier. Been here a couple times now and everything is good. Not outrageously priced either. The chicken is really good, fried chicken is dangerously good and this time I tried the Thai sausage bowl. It was surprisingly bright and herbaceous and didn't feel heavy for being sausage. Came with lots of fresh cucumber, a slaw, fluffy rice and a Thai herb sauce.

KMG & Broth
Amanda S.

I walked by this place for months before finally going in, but once I did, it became a go-to for me! Don't make the same mistake I did, go now! This casual Southeast Asian comfort food by a Michelin Star Chef has something for everyone! They are best known for their KMG (Khao Man Gai) which is packed with flavor despite it's simple presentation, my favorite is the fried chicken with their very garlicky noodles, but they also have salad and tofu options! The ambiance is casual counter service and self bus. The staff and friendly and contributes to the chill atmosphere.

Lacee E.

Stopped by for a quick bite. The yellow curry bowl hit the spot and satisfied my curry craving, though it had way too much cilantro for my taste. My boyfriend ordered the Satay bowl, which is one of their signature items, but the peanut sauce tasted more like a mix of peanut butter and sriracha than anything special. Portions felt on the smaller side, especially considering the $11 price tag for a small alcoholic beverage. Overall, it's fine for a casual lunch or quick date, but a bit underwhelming and slightly overpriced for what you get.

Specials 10/15/2024
Al L.

After our hike, our group had picked Hawking Bird for lunch as we wanted to try this restaurant from Michelin chef, James Syhabout of Commis fame. Located on 49th and Telegraph in the Temescal area, we were able to find street parking down the block on Shattuck. Arriving at 2:25pm on a Tuesday, only a table of two was dining inside. There are tables along the window and communal tables in the middle as well as tables outside. You order at the counter and pick a table and your food will be brought to you. Cold water, utensils and condiments are self-service at the counter. Menu consists of many chicken dishes utilizing natural, free range organic chickens from local small family farms that can be ordered as salads, sandwiches and rice bowls that you can sub with chicken fat rice or garlic noodles for a fee and some side items. I wanted to get the fried chicken with garlic noodles and they had a Tanya Special, which was the Fried Hawking Bird Bowl with garlic noodles. Perfect! I got that as well as three of my friends. After getting our utensils and condiments, we picked out a table and the food came out relatively quickly. The bowl came with the chicken on top of the noodles with fried shallots and scallions on top. The chicken was flavorful and moist. The batter was on the thicker and side and was extra crispy. A little too crispy for my preference. The noodles were flavorful with a good bounce to them. Mixing the shallots and scallions in gave it a good texture. Friend that ordered the fried chicken sandwich was pleased with her meal. Glad I finally got to try Hawking Bird. Might need to try other menu items on the next visit.

Bar area
Zinia G.

After a nearby doctor's appointment, I stopped by this location for a quick drink. They have two options for milk for their Thai Iced Tea-- coconut milk or standard. I went with standard with light ice. It was very good -- not too sweet! There is plenty of seating and street parking. I can't wait to come back to eat here.

Chicken and broth
Veronica L.

Love the chicken and rice here and the chicken bone broth is delicious. The rice is really flavorful and the chicken is tender. The food is made with care and you can taste it. I love drinking the bone broth because the delicate flavors come through when you sip it and have some of the chicken, rice, and cucumber. It's good on hot and cold days and nights. They have a good variety of drinks and the shop is small but clean and tidy.

Pork Belly Bowl
Sandy L.

My husband and I stopped by randomly this week. We were originally headed to one of the Korean spots nearby but I decided to take a look inside. I ended up ordering the pork belly bowl w an egg. It was so good! My husband had the satay chicken bowl. Half of the bowl was a mix of fresh herbs and cucumbers which helped cut the richness of the pork belly. delicious!

BBQ Chicken Salad
Mary S.

Ordered online for pick up. Quick and easy experience. My partner loved the Thai chile hot chicken sandwich. It had the perfect amount of kick. Chicken was tasty and moist. His only critique was slightly bready for him. Salad had great flavors. Chicken was well balanced. Loved the greens mix. Great value for amazing quality.

Esther W.

A really great spot for some clean and comforting Hainan style chicken. My go to is the classic chicken and rice with a ginger scallion sauce to die for. They also serve a broth with it that is full of chicken flavor. There is not much seating inside, but the service is very fast and friendly for a quick takeout meal. We are also a great fan of the garlic noodles! The dishes are a bit pricey, and my husband usually gets two entrées to feel full. Nonetheless, delicious high-quality asian fusion dishes!

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Ask the Community - Hawking Bird

Are you open for inside seating again? (Jan 2023)

They reopened for indoor seating 3/14/2023 according to IG.

Is the green bean dish gluten free?

They have to be as I have a gluten-free daughter and she eats them without any issues.

When will you open again? My life depends on it.

The VM says two weeks, I called last night too, disappointed. I think they shut down this week and next. Fingers crossed 🤞

Do you require reservations? I called but there was no answer..?

We don’t, and sorry we might have been busy. We’re super fast casual so first come and first serve but if it’s a large group your more than welcome to call and give us a heads up. Sorry we missed your call.

Why were you closed today? Your hours of operation say you should've been open.

We were having building Maintainence issues. Sorry

Do they have a restroom?

Yes we have two restrooms.

Do you guys close during lunch breaks?

We don't anymore, we were in the midst of working on happy hour menus.

Are you planning to serve on reusable plate ware soon?

We use different plate ware for dine in guests.

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Kitchen Story

4.0(1.4k reviews)
0.7 mi•North Oakland
•$$

Living down the block for years this is the first time I've been to kitchen story. The weekends…read morewhen I would drive by seems like there's always a lot of people here so I made a reservation reservations online and you have the option to choose if you want to sit outside inside or upstairs. I reserved for three to sit in the main dining room. The next day we arrived right on time for our reservation and still had to wait about 10-15 minutes and was asked if we could sit outside and then we were seated upstairs. I was a little bummed we didn't get to sit in the lower dining room like I booked on our reservations. It was still cute upstairs and good company always makes brunch even better. The servers were quick and helpful. I wanted something light so I just ordered the chicken and waffle bites. My husband got French toast and a side of chicken and my friend got a main entrée of a sandwich with some fries and a little soup. All of the food that came out looked amazing even at other people's tables. For brunch, the price is a little pricey, but I would like to come back to try other entrées when I'm more hungry. We asked one of our servers if he had a light as I brought a little candle to celebrate my friend's birthday, and as he lit it, he also decided to join in with us as we sang happy birthday, which I thought was really sweet. He did not have to do. He even got other tables around us to sing happy birthday as well. It felt like a special moment for my friend, which was a nice surprise. I did really appreciate this part and look forward to coming back.

We visited Kitchen Story for a spontaneous Mother's Day brunch. I will say this is a popular brunch…read morespot, so be prepared for a bit of a wait. We arrived shortly after 10am and our wait was just under 30 minutes. The restaurant is cozy (on the smaller side) but has an interesting layout. There's seating both indoors, outside, and upstairs. You may have to squeeze by a few tables to make your way to the restroom. Customer service was friendly and attentive. Pricing for food & drinks was a bit high. Our total for 2 entrees and 2 drinks was $60 before tip. We ordered two drinks (orange juice and an iced mocha) which were provided promptly. The orange juice was a little too sour and my mom had to add some sugar to improve the taste. The iced mocha was good, not too sweet. One thing to note the wait for our food took much longer than expected, and it may have been due to how busy it was. My mom opted to order the salmon yuzu benedict and I got an egg plate (scrambled eggs) with a side green salad. My mom mentioned the potatoes lacking salt but she enjoyed the salmon benedict. I thought the scrambled eggs were good, but slightly bland & needed salt and pepper. The side green salad was alright, but the vinaigrette had a bitter aftertaste. Overall, the meal was pretty good and timing wasn't the best. I'd likely return for brunch on a non-peak day. Definitely recommend joining the yelp waitlist prior to arriving if you can!

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4.5(282 reviews)
2.5 mi•Old Oakland
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Yelp community, I've failed you. Saucy has been a consistent 5-star for my stomach and it's taken…read moreme this long to make it official. Saucy has been my go-to stop for date nights, girls' nights, business meetings, family/friend celebrations, and solo cravings. The ambiance is modern yet intimate. The food is delicious and very reasonably priced. Icing on the cake is their amazing staff. Food You have to get at least 1 hamachi spoon to start. The quality beats most sushi spots. SO loves the shaken beef which comes with a yummy salad and rice. Everything here slaps and their sauce game is on point. Drinks Sakeeeeee!! In all forms and various types for all palates. Pro Tips Happy hour is Wednesday through Saturday, 5:30 to 6:30 PM. Say "hi" to Chef Tony!! Bring good vibes. If you're thinking about coming? Just do it. You won't be disappointed.

The food here was not bad but the service from the hostess was horrible…read more Basically thrusting dishes on our table and disappearing before we could ask for anything else -- Upon entering, the hostess/waitress pointed us to our table where we sat down for the evening. Our reservation was as for 8:30 and had ample time to order food and libations. Unfortunately, no one came to us for almost 15 minutes until I flagged down the waiter. It seemed the hostess was taking everyone's orders but ours. Our dishes arrived and she basically dropped them from a height off the table where it made a clang, said "croquettes" and whisked herself away before doing the same thing with some of the other dishes. We did not appreciate this service at all and it masked our experience and critique of the ambiance. The food was as not bad either -- The lechon lettuce pork wraps were a bit dry, I don't know if the sauce was missing or it was supposed to come with sauce? The best thing on the menu was the Thai tom yum noodles. We placed two orders and scarfed those down. The potato croquettes were fine. Not as memorable as the noodles. The sake also comes in a shot glass. I thought it would come in the typical bottle but it was $8 for a single shot which is a bit pricey. Overall, I wouldn't come here again. The waiter was nice but the hostess/waitress was horrid and the food wasn't exceptional enough to warrant a round two visit.

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Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine

4.2(2.4k reviews)
3.0 mi•Jack London Square
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I loved everything about this place. Beautiful decor, delicious food, friendly staff and great…read morelocation. What we ordered Calamari -- YUM! Small portion but every bit e was pleasing. The green sauce it came with was heavenly. Pad Thai -- perfect blend of noodles, sauce and protein (shrimp and tofu). Every bite was a treat. To add, the noodles was cooked to perfection. Seafood Green Curry - dont really remember if thats actually what its called on the menu but as much as I would have loved to have devoured every single item in that bowl --it was unfortunately too spicy for my weak tolerance for HEAT. May I say that the green sauce was so delicious Papaya Salad -- ohhh I love me some papaya Salad. My girlfriends found it a little on the salty side but I thought it was perfect. Yes, on the spicy side but I sucked it up and ate it anyways. Chicken Wings --- just trust me on this and ordered it!!! Yes..its that good. Perfect crispy outside to tender juicy inside. YUM Will I be back again..ABSOLUTELY!!! They dont validate. Parking is about $8 an hour in the garage but street parking is available. Great location. You can walk on the Marina before or after. They have outdoor seating too :) They are closed from 3 - 5pm

Great location at Jack London Square…read more Plenty of garage parking. You can build an appetite by walking The Bay Trail. This is not the traditional Thai resturant. The decor is very modern. Pad see ew great flavor. $21.95 for tofu and veggies. If you want animal protein be prepared to pay extra. Good modern presentation. Dish is a bit skimpy in portions for the price you pay. Yellow curry $20.95 for veggies and tofu only. Mild in flavor. But has a tiny bit of heat at the end. Loaded with veggies and tomatoes. A filling dish for one Men's room is a 2 urinal + 1 stall. The urinals feel a bit tight, however the stall is roomy and well decorated. The hand wash station consists of 2 sinks in between the Women's and Men's room. Overall- will probably not come back. You are paying for the location and decor. Quality of food is just OK. Not worth the price you pay for the portion size. Recommend going 1.5 miles up to Chinatown to get a better value for your money and a more authentic experience.

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2.9(1.1k reviews)
12.3 mi
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I originally came to Fusion Delight because of the purple interior…read more Seriously. The giant lotus chandeliers, the deep violet lighting, the old-school banquet hall atmosphere - it immediately reminded me of the large Cantonese restaurants that used to define family dining in the Bay Area years ago. But after eating here during a packed weekend dinner service, I realized the real attraction is not the decor. It is the operational consistency. The dining room was completely full, with a long line of people still waiting outside. Under that kind of pressure, many large Chinese restaurants start losing control somewhere: fried dishes soften, stir-fries lose wok hei, food arrives unevenly, service becomes rushed. Fusion Delight somehow keeps the system together. And what impressed me even more was that the staff never became impatient. Even with the restaurant running at full capacity, the servers stayed friendly, patient, and organized. No chaos, no attitude - just steady service under pressure. That is not easy in a restaurant this size. The Mongolian beef was the first thing that stood out. Instead of thin slices hidden under sauce, the beef here is cut unusually thick and long - some pieces nearly two inches. Thick-cut beef is risky because once overcooked it immediately turns tough, but here the meat stayed tender while still carrying proper wok sear and caramelization. That tells me the kitchen understands heat control and timing. The crispy pork intestines were even more impressive. These were clearly braised first, then fried before the final stir-fry. The outside kept its gelatin-rich texture while the inside still carried fat and aroma, but without the unpleasant odor that ruins this dish at weaker restaurants. Even people who normally avoid intestine dishes could probably eat this version comfortably. That level of cleaning and pre-processing matters. The braised lamb with skin was another old-school banquet dish done correctly. The lamb was soft without collapsing, while the skin still retained structure. More importantly, the prep work was meticulous -- no gamey smell, no rough trimming, no shortcuts. The sea cucumber and pork tendon dish also showed strong banquet-kitchen fundamentals. The pork tendon had clearly been oil-expanded beforehand, giving it that proper soft and elastic texture instead of rubbery chewiness. The sea cucumber still retained bite and structure. The Singapore-style rice noodles and scallop egg white fried rice were textbook Cantonese banquet staples. The rice noodles stayed dry and separated while still carrying wok aroma and oil fragrance. The scallop egg white fried rice looked simple, but every grain remained distinct and lightly coated without clumping together. That level of consistency under volume is difficult. Even the red bean dessert soup at the end was handled carefully. The red beans still held their shape instead of dissolving into paste, while the sago remained fully intact and translucent. Most restaurants stop caring once dessert leaves the kitchen. Fusion Delight clearly does not. And honestly, that may be the best way to describe this restaurant overall. Fusion Delight is not trying to be trendy. It is not trying to become minimalist fine dining. It is not trying to be social-media bait. This is a high-volume Chinese banquet restaurant operating with old-school Cantonese production discipline. Hot food arrives hot. Fried dishes stay crisp. Wok hei survives peak hours. Plating still looks intentional during a packed dinner service. That kind of consistency is harder than people think. And somehow, inside a giant purple dining room filled wall-to-wall with families, they make it work. - Dr. C Purple room approved. Wok heat calibrated. Banquet discipline detected. Consistency at scale = correct.

Visited here with my friends on a Wednesday morning…read more The restaurant opens at 10:30 AM, and we arrived a bit early--there were already a few customers waiting outside. However, within about an hour, the restaurant was almost full. Even though it wasn't the weekend, it was still very busy. This is one of my favorite dim sum spots because the food is consistently delicious, especially the siu mai--it's a must-try! The service is fast and friendly, which makes the experience even better. There is also plenty of parking, which is a big plus. The restaurant is spacious, with beautiful purple lighting that really catches the eye. The high ceiling also makes the space feel very open and comfortable. Although this place doesn't have the highest ratings on Yelp, it's definitely still very popular and worth visiting.

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4.5(488 reviews)
1.7 mi•Uptown
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This place is so cute inside it's definitely a cool almost speakeasy vibe. Came an hour after they…read moreopened and it was already getting pretty busy on a Thursday night. Service was really prompt and friendly. The food was great we ordered all the classics such as the tater tots and the cucumbers, and we also got the salt and pepper wings, and the special mapo tofu. Portions are great and it's definitely a lot of food to share. There are also extensive cocktails on the menu running at $16-$20 each, which is expected for the creativity and expert craftsmanship of each cocktail. They have a large number of cocktails that are special and seasonal, and then their classics on the bottom. I don't think you can go wrong with anything that you try and I love that they have Asian fusion options for the cocktails and savory and sweet. I got one of the seasonal cocktails that was passionfruit forward and it had a nice tart crisp taste that I really enjoyed.

4.5 Stars. My friends and I have been meaning to try…read moreViridian out. We finally got to check out Viridian out for Oakland Restaurant Week 2025. Technically, we got to try it out the week after, but they extended their menu for the week after. We came that Sunday evening. Parking can be a bit of a hassle because it is indeed Downtown Oakland. Your whole party has to get the Restaurant Week Menu. So we all got their: Aperitif Cocktail - Tomato Beef or Purely Passion (Non Alcoholic) I got the Purely Passion. Good, nothing to write home about. Umami Tots This was really good! Very Crispy. Chili Cucumbers This one was actually really good. Szechuan Salt and Pepper Wings Good, but maybe too crispy? Wings are always good but this one didn't stand out for me. Mango Sorbet (They changed this from the Apple Sorbet that day) My favorite of the whole night. I usually don't like sorbet but this one was soft and easy to eat and has like a creamy like texture? Trying this made me want to try their other dessert item. We also ordered 2 add ons - the Hojicha Miso Tiramisu and the Korean Mapo Tofu. Hojicha Miso Tiramisu was OK. It contained too much alcohol for all of us and was bitter. Disappointing. I liked the Mapo Tofu! I liked that it was Crispy and that it came with rice. Drinks wise, my friends also got to try the Tomato Beef and White Rabbit. I don't really drink alcohol so I just sipped a bit. Tomato Beef was too alcoholic for me, couldn't really taste the tomato or the beef, but I could see what White Rabbit was going for. Overall, I'm really impressed by the food. I usually think Bar Food isn't very good, but this blew me away. Drinks are OK.

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