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Mama T's Oakland

4.4 (188 reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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The Famous Fish Sandwich close up! Heavy on the fish and flavor!
Alexzandria T.

Omg where do I begin? I had Mama T's famous fish sandwich about 2 years ago and it was so memorable that I make sure I have time to stop by when I'm in the Bay! The restaurant is more like a takeout spot, with a few stools outside for diners. Everything is mostly made to go, but I don't mind. I parked in front and ate in my car! The business hours are limited, and I can see why! Everything is flavorful and FRESH. The prices are great, and the staff are really nice. Mama T herself was there taking orders and I told her just how much I appreciate her! The food makes me feel like I'm eating a homemade meal with loved ones :) I would love if she expanded! But for now I will try to best the lunch time and late night rush before it's sold out!

The Famous Fish Sandwich
Marsha W.

The Famous Fish Sandwich! I had to see what the hype was all about as a result of me constantly hearing reviews from others and it did not disappoint. The fish is Basa and they give a good portion on the sandwich. The fries were seasoned to the max, something I am not use to but was not necessarily bad. The customer service was great and a lot of the customers waiting with me were raving about their previous order and telling me what I should get my next visit. It's literally the best whole in the wall restaurant on broadway in Oakland, but there is seating for two outside if you choose to eat your food before heading out.

Famouse fish sandwitch

I tried mama Ts famouse fish sandwitch for the first time and i definantly want to try more on the menu. The fish sandwitch was not messy ,soggy,or welty vegtables,the fish was crunchy and hot and very fresh. I got some fries to and they were crunchy and hot very well seasoned . I definantly will try more on the menu.

Seasoned Fries
Amanda C.

We came during the afternoon break and did have to wait till 3pm to order. The restaurant is pretty small with a couple seats outside, but the logo is easy to notice as you're walking down the block. It took about 10 minutes for our food to come out. We decided to try the famous fish sandwich which also comes with a generous portion of seasoned fries. For the price of $13, this was definitely worth it! The fish itself has a delicious outer crust (corn meal?) that reminds me of fried food in the South and is not dried out at all. The flavors are amazing and the fries were nicely seasoned, hot and crispy. Everything came out fresh to order. I highly recommend coming here and trying Mama T's delicious food!

Famous fish sandwich
Celeste B.

Love this place! It's small but you can't miss it! It's a walk-up restaurant about a block away from the Paramount Theatre. I'm always greeted the door and my order is fresh, made to order. The fish sandwich with potato salad is my go-to. I highly recommend when in Oakland.

Caramel banana pudding
Netia B.

This place deserves to be a tourist hotspot based upon food quality and reheatability alone. I am from out of town but grew up on soul food so this was truly within my palette. We picked up our catfish sandwich, chicken sandwich, and hot link 4 hours before actually consuming them and oh my god?!? The crispiness was still intact, the flavor was incredible, and the food wasn't dry/tough despite all of the steam for the amount of time. I will 100% be returning before I go back to SoCal. Don't forget to get the caramel banana pudding (don't be scared, it's not super sweet, but the perfect ending to a fantastic meal).

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Portia P.

So... gave Mama T's another try but arrived when she opened this time. Everything was perfection! Better experience 2nd time. The fish sandwich is obsessive!

Potato salad
Jenna T.

So glad we happened to be getting drinks at EBXO (Everything But Hugs N Kisses) right next door to this place. It's a small kitchen packing up some heat! Affordable too! Their fish sandwich is bomb and hella generous. Fish is thick and moist. The potato salad (it was a special that day) was bursting with flavor. Maybe a little too much pickle or dill flavor but still hella good. Me and my friend halved a sando and immediately regretted not having our own afterwards. LOL! Had to order another one to take home too. We'll definitely be coming back!

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Amazing service and large portions! I will be going back for sure. Everything was fresh and hot. The banana pudding is delicious.

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Great tasting fish sandwiches. Perfectly seasoned both fish and fries. Good things come to those that wait so be prepared.

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She was right I'm already thinking about my next visit this hands-down was the best fish sandwich I ever had.

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