Flavors, textures and character…read more Thank you for a great lunch experience. The owner's service was wonderful and made it all that more welcoming. Tip: get the Tamarind seasoned fries. Fun added twist to the seasoning.

We decided to give this place another try after having a bad experience with their takeout 5 years…read moreago - it was during the pandemic so we figured maybe by now they'd found their footing. Unfortunately the food was just as bad and overpriced as the first time, I really don't understand how this place is so well reviewed. We both ordered 310 Burgers, one on the regular brioche bun and one on a lettuce wrap. The lettuce wrap came in two steamed, wilted pieces of iceberg, while the brioche bun was untoasted, foamy-textured and soggy. Both medium burgers had the consistency of boiled meatballs. The bacon jam was decent, but the overall experience was wildly unappetizing. We also both got plain fries, which were somehow greasy and dry at the same time, and instantly turned stale as they cooled down. We really hoped for this place because it's conveniently located, and all the other decent burger spots nearby have closed, but sadly we won't be giving 310 Eatery a third try.

If you know, you know. That spot on San Pablo where you can literally smell the mesquite grill from…read morethe street... yeah, that one. You don't even have to see the sign. If you're walking or driving by hungry, it will stop you in your tracks. When I want a real burger, the kind that actually tastes like it came off a mesquite grill, this is the place. The flavor is completely different. Smoky, juicy, simple, and done right. Big portions, no nonsense. Just burgers and fries the way they're supposed to be. The fried mushrooms are so good. Add jalapeños to your burger, game changer. 100% recommend if you're craving a true, no frills, mesquite grilled burger.

If you're craving a classic burger done right, this is exactly the kind of place you're looking…read morefor. No gimmicks, no over-the-top toppings--just the fundamentals executed really well. The patties have that unmistakable smoky char, the kind you can literally smell as soon as you step into the parking lot. It's the kind of aroma that immediately tells you that you made the right choice. This definitely isn't a spot for the health-conscious, but that's part of the appeal. Everything feels unapologetically indulgent. You can hear the constant sizzle from the grill and the bubbling rush of oil when a fresh batch of fries hits the fryer, it adds to the whole, old-school burger joint experience. And don't skip the pineapple milkshake. It's surprisingly good, with small chunks of pineapple throughout that give it real texture instead of just flavoring. Every now and then you get a bright pop of acidity and sweetness that cuts through the richness, which makes it a lot more interesting than your typical shake.

This place has good food, hard ciders and beers. I had a…read morepomegranate cider which was delish!! Nice and tart but not overly so... unfortunately they were out of a few of their beers! I also ordered a Ruben which comes with fries and the Brussels sprouts appetizer. The appetizer was really good. The Ruben was good tho I had a really tough bit in the sandwich that wasn't good. I also found the sandwich to be a little dry. The meat was moist but there wasn't much sauce on it. I was pretty hungry and completely forgot to take pictures!! The service was great. I will come back again when I'm in the area.

I came here with some friends, and we ordered drinks and food…read more The beer wasn't great, compared to other breweries we go to, but maybe it just wasn't our style? Food took a long time to be prepared, and while tasty, the portions are small. The hardwood smoked chipotle wings have a great taste at first, but then it switches to straight heat. The honey spicy sauce is a lot better. Overall, this is a place I wouldn't go out of my way to visit again, but would still have a solid time at if there were no other options.

Great food, good prices, excellent customer service. I had an amazing mayonnaise mustard red onion…read morecheese burger on a toasted bun with fries. Quick service, generous portion, prices fair, funky burger joint with great character. Last time I was here was 1998 with my dad. Nice women who work there and cook. Wish they had coconut pie still but they said it's hard to find a baker. They have another restaurant in Concord. It was great, so glad I thought to try it out again.

Friendly service, good food. Prices are pretty good too. Old schools diner vibes. Great alternative…read moreto all the fast food chains in the neighborhood.

Great Pies, super nice Staff. My only downside was my credit card got skimmed there 6 months ago,…read moreso now I just pay cash. My Bank corrected the overcharges, no reflection on their fine Workers. I highly recommend their fruit pies, especially Cherry and Apple.

Be ready when you come to this particular Nation's. When you go inside, you wait in line right…read moreaway to place your order. You pay, give a tip upfront, get your receipt with a number on it then go find a table to sit at. When your number is called, you go to the counter to pick up your food and take it to your table. If you want forks, knives or napkins, you have to go and get them. If you want syrup or butter, you have to go and get them. Then, after you eat, you have to take your plates, etc. to the bussing area to clean off your plates and stack your trays. I felt like I was working the whole time and I didn't like that. Also, you need to get a code to get into the bathroom. I don't know if all Nation's operate this way now or not, but I am less inclined to come back to this one. By the way, the food was good

I wasn't too familiar with this franchise and always passed by it with so many other food options…read moreavailable. After trying my first Dave's in Pinole, this was my 2nd and had the same experience: consistent. This one is in El Cerrito Plaza Shopping Center by the BART station. I ordered Dave's # 2: Two sliders with fries and comes with pickles ($17.49). I chose the medium with heat options of No Spice, Little Mild, Mild, Medium, Hot, Extra Hot and Reaper. I also got a side of Kale Slaw ($4.59) and added a large Crispy Fried Pickles ($7.99). Mind you, this was a snack, so the sliders were the perfect size. One for me and one for the wifey and we shared the rest. The chicken is crispy on the outside but was simultaneously moist and tender inside. The heat level is basically how many (or how little) they sprinkled on the spice powder. The side of Kale Slaw provided a nice buffer to cut out the saltiness as it's a nice balance of crispy, fresh veggies with a sweet and tangy flavor. I also loved the side of pickles that came with the # 2. They're just plain pickles, and they were definitely better than the Crispy Fried Pickles (skip in my opinion). These were overly seasoned and salty to my liking. I ended up removing the breading just to get to the pickles inside. I also found the price to be too steep to justify the price and quantity that came with it. Overall, it's a solid sandwich that makes chicken right. Better than KFC, but not Popeye's and Jollibee.

Pretty decent chicken sandwiches for fast food or slightly above fast food. The thing I like about…read morethem is they give you a big piece of chicken in their sandwiches so that makes them a cut above most other places that have similar sandwiches. I also like that you can choose from several different levels of spiciness.

The Melt has great grilled cheese sandwiches and burgers…read more Food is quite solid and convenient for a quick bite~ Service is speedy and convenient.

I went into homeroom/ melt for dinner with my family and got the lovely Kevin and Kasey (hope I…read morespelled it right ) . Super friendly and accommodating. Ambiance is nice , clean & good music selection . Food is also amazing didn't have to wait long at all . Will definitely be coming back I appreciate those lovely people that looked out for me !

Small place with a few tables and good food decided to give them a try…read moreI ordered: Spicy Chicken Sandwich With Pepper Jack cheese (4 Stars). It came with a side of coleslaw (3.5 Stars) and spiced honey (3 Stars). They fried a whole breast, it was so large that it over flowed the toasted brioche bun. The only thinking that made it spicy was the homemade spicy mayo, so it wasn't that spicy. I noticed on the menu they have sauces, like Nashville and buffalo. I think next time I'll try one of those sauces to kick up the heat. The cheese I add was not needed, I should have left off. The Fries (4 stars) were coated with potato flour and seasoning, which made a great crispy crust, served hot. Mac N' Cheese (4 Stars $6.49) I ordered the small 8oz, it was corkscrew pasta covered with a cheese sauce that was awesome with some Cajun spices, a like dirt Mac and some extra cheese on top. Until next time...

I stopped by Cal's Fried Chicken & Burgers in Berkeley this afternoon, and I went straight for the…read moreDouble Smash Burger with a side of onion rings, a Jarrito, and some habanero mayo on the side (they offered ranch, but I'm not a ranch guy). The burger was fresh and flavorful--you can taste the quality in every bite. The onion rings were on point too: crispy, not greasy, perfectly cooked. Dipping them into the habanero mayo gave it just the right kick. Definitely recommend that combo. The staff was friendly and kept things cool even though there were only two or three people running the place. The spot itself is small, just a few tables and chairs, with a little bit of Latin music playing in the background, which gave it a nice touch. When I first got there, it wasn't too busy, but by the time I finished, it was filling up. Walked around the block to stretch out, came back 15 minutes later, and the place was packed. What's also impressive is that their fried chicken sandwich was voted one of Yelp's Top 50 Fried Chicken Sandwiches in California, ranking #33 in the state. That's what I'm definitely trying next time. Final verdict: Great burger, great onion rings, friendly service, and a spot worth checking out if you're around University Ave in Berkeley. Two thumbs up from me.

We weren't planning on going in. We were just on a walk, and the smell of burgers beckoned. I…read morehadn't been to Barney's in ages - granted, I've been out of Berkeley for nearly a decade now - but was on a staycation, and my kids love Gott's in Palo Alto, so I was curious to see how this stacks up. Bless Berkeley eateries for having kids menus. It's like this automatic given at every place we went to this week, crayons and all, and Barney's is no exception. Kids feel seen. I feel seen (why waste food by making the kids buy something too big for their bellies?). We didn't end up getting the burgers after all, but the hot dog and the chicken tenders. My 4 year old claims that it was the first hot dog he has ever eaten. I have no idea if that is true, and if true, how that is even possible, but by golly, he ate the whole thing. Yay! My 9 year old saved his tenders and enjoyed heated up leftovers over the course of two other meals... so they stayed good, as did the curly fries which I think were his favorite. Here is why I am writing a review. The service. I was both blown away and touched by the quality of our server. I can only guess - though it would have been possibly rude to ask - that she is also a mom. She had the attentiveness that I feel I am required to have every meal at our house: we had barely said hello and she noted that she was going to refill our ketchup jar because it was looking a little low. She told me she was going to brew me a fresh cup of coffee when I ordered mine. She made sure I had refills. She whispered to me "do you want the milkshakes before the meal or after...?" because she is a pro and she knows that this could ruin the meal, but of course, it MAKES the meal for the kid consumer. She made me feel relaxed. Like I wasn't the one running around (I wasn't) for once. The glory of eating in a restaurant once in a while, or when in Berkeley, as often as possible. The burgers that were floating around me looked indulgent. I'm a vegetarian anyway, so what do I know, but I could tell the company in the place that day were all satisfied and happy that they were at Barney's. Thank you for the AMAZING service. You are a role model for people in the food industry.

One of my fave joints for an upscale burger. The staff is attentive and makes sure you're taken…read morecare of. My go-to is the voodoo burger medium. I love the mushrooms smothered in their special voodoo sauce accompanied by bacon and blue cheese crumbles. Their milkshakes are also top tier, perfect thick consistency. I recommend the strawberry shake or the blackberry shake. They have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, not overcrowded and open space to eat comfortably.

I have been eyeing this place for a while so headed over for lunch while passing by. I ordered the…read morechicken mendi with rice and salad- no bread because I can't eat gluten. I used Google Translate to help me get that part right. The owner and employee were super nice and friendly and we got it figured out. The food was so, so good. The chicken was insanely tender and flavorful and it came with an amazing garlic sauce and a spicey green sauce. I wish I took a picture before but I couldn't resist digging in. Picture I posted is after I ate half!! I will be back to support these guys for sure. Amazing food!

I discovered Halal King Kitchen through The Richmond Standard and was very excited to check them…read moreout. This place was stuck in my bookmarks list for quite awhile. I decided to order it for lunch one day through Door Dash and I've been back about 5 times now! I told my bf about it and it became his new favorite place! I've tried the beef shawarma plate, chicken mendi, and chicken wrap; while my boyfriend tried the chicken shawarma plate. It was all amazing!!! They even come with garlic sauce and spicy sauce, which are really good! The chicken wrap is super long and about the size of my bf's forearm! Everything we've had so far has been delicious and the portions are really filling. Their hummus also tastes very fresh; I love it! I tried to order their chicken mendi before, but it was sold out and wasn't available at the time I wanted to pick up. I guess it's only available at certain times throughout the day? I finally tried it a few days ago and it was so moist and tender; it fell off the bone! The owners are super friendly and they even give complimentary tea! Halal King is truly a hidden gem and I hope more people find out about it!