Ordered only the chicken tenders and it was delicious. The breading was medium, not flaky light or…read morehard but a balanced breading. The chicken was fresh, hot, and juicy without being too oily. I got the honey bbq, sweet and chili sauce and honey mustard. This is pretty top tier chicken tenders Service time was reasonable.

I haven't been here since they renovated. This is my first time here after the renovation and it…read morelooks great. Much need update. Respectful service and good customer care.

Im not really a review person but this place is super awesome and i cant recommend it enough. ive…read morebeen here twice and the service has been nothing short of amazing and the food is always super good.

Bear West is one of those local BBQ spots that keeps it simple and does it really well…read more No frills, no trying too hard... just solid BBQ that delivers. The ribs were the standout for me. Fall-off-the-bone tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. Tried both the mild BBQ and the spicy, both were great, but the spicy had chili flakes that gave it a really nice kick without overpowering the meat. Sides absolutely delivered too. The mac and cheese was super cheesy and rich in the best way. Candied yams were honestly perfect, sweet, balanced, and not overloaded with spice or syrup like some places do. Finished everything off with the peach cobbler and it was the right move. Rex tip: Go once they open because by the afternoon they have usually run out of a lot of favorites. I did at least grab a few pictures of the inside before full T-Rex mode activated and the food disappeared. The giant bear painting inside is a fun touch and really fits the vibe of the place. 5 ROARS from Focusaurus Rex

Sometimes you just gotta stop and walk into the restaurant you've passed a thousand times to see…read morewhats going on. So, the restaurant gives hole in a wall vibes but they cooking up some really good chicken and fish. The service was good, and our food came out fairly quick. Everything was fresh and the Catfish was the star of the show. Catfish 9/10 Chicken Wings 8/10 Potato Salad 5/10 Mac & Cheese 4/10 Fried Pickles 7/10 Cleanliness 8/10 Service 8/10

So when were y'all going to tell me about Ray's Chicken and Fish?! I just happened to stumble upon…read morethem on my own, and let me tell you, I'm glad I did! I ordered delivery, so I can't really speak on the ambiance, but the food definitely made an impression. I had the fried fish, macaroni and cheese, fried green beans, and a slice of sweet potato pound cake. Let's start with the star of the show: the fried green beans. Whew! I love trying new food items, especially when they surprise me, and these absolutely blew my mind. Perfectly fried, flavorful, and just downright addictive, they were hands down my favorite. The fried fish was good and hit the spot. The sweet potato pound cake was also solid, moist, sweet, and a great way to finish the meal. The only thing that didn't quite do it for me was the macaroni and cheese, but everything else more than made up for it. Overall, I'm pleasantly surprised and definitely happy I discovered Ray's. If you've been keeping this place a secret, I forgive you... but I'll be ordering those fried green beans again soon!

Placed order online through their website for pickup. Order…read morewas ready pretty darn quick and it was steaming hot on arrival. It was just being bagged and guy packing it up included a nice salad - almonds on top for crunch with a creamy dressing. Ordered half chicken, boneless, with Vons sauce at medium lvl. Perfect for protein kick after workout. It was filling and cooked well. No pink here! Will be coming back.

Amazing fried chicken! I ordered the 2-piece crispy fried chicken with the soy sauce glaze…read moredrizzle. It came with coleslaw and pickled radish. The pickled radishes were sweet and a great relief for the fried chicken. The soy glaze was delicious and next time I might ask for more! It's been a couple of weeks since I had the fried chicken and I have to admit that I have been craving it ever since! Next time I'm driving through Rancho Cordova I will make sure to swing over and get a family sized order of the fried chicken!

Just discovered this spot and OMGEE!!! everyone needs to know about it. The chicken here is…read moreseriously some of the best I've had !!perfectly cooked, super flavorful, and just overall amazing. Shout out to the guy at the drive-thru for the top-tier customer service. Friendly, upbeat, and made the whole experience even better. Also, the restaurant itself is really cool. The outside catches your attention right away and the inside has a fun vibe that makes it stand out. If you love great chicken, do yourself a favor and check this place out. Definitely coming back!

I saw a commercial today that said Dave's brought back the Not Chicken (cauliflower) bites. So,…read moredecided to try Dave's for the first time. I got a chicken slider, which I devoured. Chicken was juicy and the slider was a good size for a not so big appetite. I ordered medium heat. As someone who can handle spicy, I can definitely try hot next time. Sooo good. The Not Chicken (cauliflower) bites were really good. I ordered to go so when I got home they were slightly steamed and not as crispy, but still good. Dave's was definitely busy this Friday night. I highly recommend!

Of course, I was on a mission for fried food tonight... . Preferably, fried chicken. After picking…read moreup some wings, we stopped at this gas station to pick up some Krispy Krunchy Chicken. A we parked at the am/pm gas station, where just inside where there was glorious fried chicken heaven. Each piece is infused with a secret marinade then fried to perfection. It is always made fresh so every bite is juicy and moist and krunchy. It is so unique, this mild Cajun flavor is only found at Krispy Krunchy Chicken and with every piece is fried to golden perfection... how can you say no if you like chicken? As we walked in, there was not a line. We were able to get in there and order an 8 piece dark meat right away. They did have white meat available (we just aren't fans). There are sides such as creamy mac & cheese, red beans and rice, mashed potatoes, and those delicious biscuits... if you've tried them... omg, they are simply delicious... but we were on a mission for just the chicken tonight. I like how the box for chicken has holes at the top so the condensation doesn't make your chicken soggy by the time you get home... however, the smell is so wonderfully intoxicating, it is hard not to pull a piece off while on the drive home. Even with our 15 minute drive, the chicken was piping hot... juicy. Krunchy with the perfect Cajun flavor. It has been a while since we had KKC, but every time is a treat.

The food is usually hot and fresh and this time the biscuit was as hard as a rock. I couldn't bite…read moreinto it or even rip it in half. The chicken was over cooked and it was $12 for a 4pc that came with 2 drumsticks, a wing and 1 thigh. Definitely not worth the price especially considering the quality. Super disappointed

Delicious, tender juicy hot chicken sandwiches and tenders. The spice packs a punch but also a huge…read moreamount of flavor. Don't let the lack of customers fool you, this place is excellent. I came during what I guessed would be the lunch rush and other than a handful of grub hub delivery pickups things were very quiet. The service was quick with helpful staff. The interior is minimally decorated but it works with the fast casual vibes. Easily some of the best hot chicken regionally. Check it out if you are in the area .

Dropped in for a solo lunch a couple days ago at this fine location. This was my first time here…read moreand I must say it was a pleasant experience from start to finish! The gentleman taking my order was very patient and explained all the options to me which was very much appreciated. Ultimately, I went with the Chicken Sandwich Combo at the "HOT" spice level. Boy was that a delicious meal I had! The chicken was very juicy and packed with flavor, the slaw on top was the perfect touch. It definitely has a spice to it but not enough for me. I have a pretty high spice tolerance, next time I will most definitely try their XTRA HOT level. The fries were also seasoned very well and I enjoyed the crispy ones most!

On our recent visit we stopped in to order takeout and got a family size gumbo, riblets, a side of…read moremac and cheese, a side of dressing, buttered hot water cornbread, and their version of an Arnold Palmer. We learned on our very first visit how good the gumbo is and it's become a must ever since. The people who work here are friendly and you can tell they have a lot of regulars who stop in for food. There's a gravel lot right next to the building and you can take your food to go or enjoy it there. Our food took about 15-20 minutes and then we took it home to enjoy. The portions are definitely fair for the price. They also pack everything well for the ride home. The gumbo is our favorite, it's flavorful and packed with protein like their sausage, chicken, and shrimp and has just a hint of spice. We tried their riblets for the first time and it was a generous portion and we really enjoyed the bbq sauce they used. The mac and cheese is good, but I like mine creamier. It does have a little spice which was nice. The dressing was packed with flavor and we were excited they offered this side because you don't see it everywhere. Their hot water cornbread is definitely something they're known for and is really good on its own or dipped into the gumbo. The Palmer here tastes like Brisk raspberry tea mixed with lemonade, and we really enjoy this twist on it. Overall this spot is a local gem and we love visiting.

​Wednesday, January 21, 2026, @ 11:54 AM: I walked into a restaurant called Tori's Place. One…read morecustomer was sitting at a table waiting for her order. ​It's a small, very interesting place! (I found this restaurant by accident on Google.) I decided to stand there and review the very clear appetizing menu, taking a moment to soak in this unusual eating spot. I enjoyed the uniqueness and creativity of the layout--you have to be here to understand it. Anyway, as I was standing there, I heard a very pleasant voice ask, "May I help you?" I reached up and turned up my "pretend" hearing aid to make sure I heard that voice coming from a professional Young Queen. It made me forget I was at a soul food establishment! Usually, I am greeted with rolling eyes, laziness, and--most of all--attitude. ​(See one of my old podcasts link below regarding my opinion on soul food restaurants on iHeartRadio): https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-david-mack-show-105280474/episode/lena-s-soul-food-in-oakland-ca-119449772/?cmp=android_share&sc=android_social_share&pr=false ​Back to my review: Her name is Victoria... like the Queen! ​I told Victoria I was looking at the menu, which has a very nice variety of soul food selections. Victoria asked me if I would like to sample the gumbo. ​Sure! ​Victoria came back with a small, teasing sample, and after tasting it, I told her, "SOLD!" Just from the taste of that gumbo, I knew my Mother's Spirit was back there doing the cooking. ​It was a very cold day, and I would have eaten there, but because of the layout, I ordered the family size to-go. The gumbo also comes with hot water cornbread. Victoria took my order, my payment, and advised me it would be ready in five minutes. I waited in my car. ​I came back in four minutes, and my order was already bagged and ready for pickup. I "suffered" during the hour-long drive home, smelling the aroma of that meal the whole way! ​Finally home, I opened the secure bag, filled to the top container, and took out the prize. The food presentation was excellent! I put the gumbo in a bowl, and it was still very hot. ​I then proceeded to taste my meal: ​Rice: Nice and fluffy! ​Chicken: Flavored perfectly. Soup ​Juice: Perfect. ​Prawns: Excellent. ​Sausage: Plump and sliced perfectly. ​All many other ingredients: Very tasty with a hint of spice. Note: ​There were no crab legs to make a mess (which I did NOT miss) and no slimy okra (which was great)! ​The sweet hot water cornbread was very buttery and looked like a thick pancake. I put mine in the toaster oven to warm it up and get it a little crisp. It was amazing! That gumbo not only warmed me up, but it also put me to sleep like a big baby! ​If this restaurant continues with the trajectory of this review (professional attitude, unique layout, and great menu items), they will be the "go-to" soul food spot on the 80! I wouldn't change a thing! ​I will return because I want to report on another food item I had my eye on before the gumbo sample! ​Go check out this spot and see the Young Queen Victoria! Make sure you tip her for great service (No Tax On Tips), just like I did! ​David Mack (Reviewer-in-Chief)

This place is awesome. I ordered the 3 PC Fish & Chips…read more I had a nice chat with the owner and it is no wonder they have been in business so long. Great value, great food, great people.

Great mom and pop spot for fish and chips, burgers and teriyaki plates. The fish was highly…read morerecommended by people to my mom on Facebook so when we had rented a van for the weekend this was #1 on her list. The fish was super crispy and full of that awesome white meat that's flaky and flavorful. Prawns here were also really good. The fries paired well with the our dishes. Had tried the krabby patty and thought it was super good, squeezing the lemon on it made the flavor even better. Their daily specials are customer friendly, not only for the pricing but for the portions as well. Many people were coming in and out of the restaurant well we sat and ate.

I really liked it. I was very satisfied. The portions are quite good and filling, and the prices…read moreare reasonable. I've been living in Sacramento for three years, and I finally found the flavor I've been searching for right here. Thank you.812 grill

I am a sucker for Halal/Mediterranean food; and when I found out about all these amazing flavors…read morecoming from a mobile food truck, I had to see and taste what all the fuss was about. This takes me to "812 Grill" which has slowly gained a small cult following through social media since opening back in mid-2024. Located in a large outdoor strip mall on busy Watt Ave in North Highlands, 812 Grill is tucked smack dab in between Freedom Park Dr and Karl Dr. Parking was easy to find as there aren't a whole lot of businesses close to where they are located. I came here during the afternoon on Sunday 1/18/2026 at around 4:30pm. For those wondering, they are open for business Tuesday through Sunday from 11am-9pm and closed on Monday. You also have the option of placing your order online for pickup or delivery (DoorDash, Uber Eats, & Postmates). Since I did neither, I ordered my food the old fashioned way and that was at the ordering station area of the truck. I went with what was arguably their most popular item, the "Chicken Shawarma". They carry these in chicken as well as beef while you can also opt fora complete meal with fries. In addition to the Shawarma, they also specialize in a Halal-style cheeseburger as well as raptor fries (available in chicken or beef), wings, chopped cheese, and several lemonade flavors. And when my shawarma was ready, the pager they provide you sets off a chirping beep. Total time it took from when I ordered to when I got my food was about 10 minutes. After making the 15-minute drive back home, I unwrapped this thing and was ready to judge how good this was. As you can see from the photo, the size of this thing is massive as it is roughly about a foot long. And after the first bite, I enjoyed the seasoned and tender pieces of grilled chicken as they definitely did not disappoint. This wrap also included lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and the signature sauce. The only reason for a deduction in the rating is that it was a little soggy which probably tastes a LOT better as soon as it is handed to you but nonetheless, it was above average. All in all, "812 Grill" was well worth the price and at $11.99 for a ton of food, you can't go wrong. The young man that took my order was polite while the truck was easy to identify, even from busy Watt Ave. With excellent tasting food, reasonable prices, above average service, and generous hours of operation, I am giving 812 Grill a respectable four star rating.