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!

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!

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)

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 love KiKis always and forever craving the chicken and fries…read more Always get a family tray kids love the chicken and tots. Service is great no bad experiences they are very communicative and always asks if you need anything else which I appreciate. So every time I am here it is clean and inviting. Nice design. Definitely recommend this location and business.

I don't know why it took m so long to come in, but I was pleasantly surprised. The chicken was…read moregreat, service was amazing and the place is extremely clean. They made my chicken after I ordered it so everything came out hot and fresh. I don't know why I assumed it came with rice, but its just chicken and rice is a side order. It did come with Cole slaw though! I got half garlic and half honey. I want to try the spicy next time. The prices also seem very reasonable compared to other nearby options. I'll be back.

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.

Ok disclaimer, I believe that the chicken is made to order. So there will be a wait time. In my…read moreopinion well worth the wait. They seasoned that yard bird wonderfully. Not only was it seasoned well, it was cooked perfectly. The only reason its a 4 star for me, is because I wasn't a fan of the mashed potatoes. They tasted like instant potatoes. Thats just me and mashed potatoes. Other than that it was a.good spend. I believe its a take out only spot but the decor inside was nice. A bit small if its a few people at once. They lady that took my order was very kind also. I really have to hit this spot again.

This place is so yummy!…read more Currently my fave fast service fish and chips to go! Loved my 3 fish & 5 shrimp combo today. Love the spicy tartar sauce and their cocktail sauce is great! Just overall satisfying meal.

The chicken hit different here. I don't throw around five…read morestars lightly, but World Famous Hotboys earned every one. The chicken was impossibly tender on the inside with a crispy, flavorful crust that had just the right amount of heat. You can tell they're not cutting corners -- every bite felt intentional. The vibe alone is worth the visit -- hip-hop energy, retro games, and a staff that clearly takes pride in what they're putting out. This isn't fast food. This is a whole experience. If you're sleeping on this spot, wake up. Hotboys is doing something special.

We were going to go downtown to a concert at the golden 1 and wanted a quick bite. Since we're…read morecloser to Rancho our typical hot chicken place is roosters, but this is definitely a contender for best local hot chicken. My biggest blunder while ordering was not understanding the "Chicken Tender Sando Combo" item, I thought it was a combo with a sando and tenders. But instead it's a combo made of a sandwich composed of a chicken tender. It was still delicious though. We ordered a Chicken Tender Sando and some extra Tenders to share. I got the mild because at hot chicken places mild is more like an actual hot anywhere else, but it was exactly what I was craving- very good crunch, moist, and spicy. The tenders themselves were just as good, and the house sauce was super good as well, went perfectly with the spicy chicken- it was less mayoey than roosters, but not in a bad way, it may have been thicker too. Lastly the fries, they had an amazing crunch, definitely some of the best fries in the Sac area, super super crispy and seasoned super well to go with the sauce. Definitely give this place a shot if you're craving fried chicken, or even just some good fries. We will be back at some point, probably for another Sac concert.

I've always been a huge fan of Halal food and in this case, their dishes are of unique Afghan…read morecuisine. This takes me to the Arden-Arcade neighborhood of Sacramento where I had the opportunity to check out "Tolo Market & Restaurant". Located directly on Marconi Ave. and adjacent to busy Fulton Ave., this place has been doing double duty by being a small dedicated store (specializing in unique perishable goods for purchase) as well as a full-on Afghan-fusion menu. Considering they opened in early-2020 (while making it through the pandemic), I will say that this place survived the worst of the worst. I ended up dining here solo and arrived during the afternoon of Sunday 6/29/2025 at around 2:45pm. Since this wasn't a busy area which neighbors a Domino's Pizza and a dental office (which was closed), I parked directly outside of the business. Upon entry, there were no customers at the time but two employees (one of which I believe was the owner). Additionally, the market area had a ton of unique spices, sauces, and many other food items that are for sale. As for the menu itself (which also goes by "Madar Afghan-Food & Bakery", it was quite eclectic as their influence on the Persian/Halal dishes was quite apparent. Here, you will see a variety of samosa dishes, Bolani, kebabs, Naanwich, Halal fries, and unique desserts. Since this was my first time, I ended up going with a fan favorite, their "Chapli Burger". This was an interesting twist on a burger which uses spiced Pakistani meat complete with green chutney, herbed yogurt, lettuce and tomatoes on a soft sesame seed bun. I ordered the combo which included a side of their "Baked Masala Fries" and a refreshingly delicious "Salaam Cola" (which is no sugar for the carb-conscious). The entire time it took for them to prepare my burger & fries only took about 9 minutes. As shown in the photos I provided, the burger itself had a wonderful presentation. The meat was tender, juicy, and seasoned to perfection which utilizes subtle hints of Pakistani spices. The yogurt dressing provided a cool refreshing balance while the tomatoes were cool and crunchy. My fries also had a very crispy and well seasoned taste while the cola was delicious and hit the spot on a somewhat warm summer day. All in all, "Tolo Market & Restaurant" exceeded my expectations. Don't let the no-frills look of this place fool you because they really put out some excellent flavor in the place. The service was amazing while the prices of their entire menu was very reasonable. Best of all, they have very decent hours being opened for business Sun-Thu from 9am-9pm and Fri-Sat from 9am-10pm. With that said and done, I am giving this place a perfect five-star rating.

So this spot looks like a mini grocery store but they actually serve food here as well. I wanted to…read moretry this spot out based on the Yelp reviews but sadly this didn't measure up to par for me. There is no hint of the Madar Restaurant previous reviewers mentioned. When I was here, there was a young man at the register who also made the food. Daughter got a chicken kebab which she enjoyed and I got some sort of "burger." It was supposed to come with an egg to boot. I got the order to go. The order took quite a bit of time which gave me the opportunity to see the interesting grocery store items: various loose leaf teas, spices, refrigerated gulab jamun, it was all very fascinating. Once home, unwrapping my "burger" it was more like a huge wrap with a type of flatbread consisting mostly of fries and salad mix with a few pieces of chicken. No egg to speak of. I ended up throwing out 80% of it. Maybe there was a language barrier? In any case I don't think I'll be returning.

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.

amazing service best food ever most come place in sac, i wish i had more ambiance was perfectread more

The food was amazing and customer service was amazing felt like home and my moms cookingread more