Yum! No seriously YUM! I don't eat burgers and fries much, trying to watch my diet but this is my go to cheat place. The burgers are cooked right, good seasoning. I could write a dissertation about how amazing the fries are but I won't bore you. The milkshake was amazing The people are nice. I'm happy to overtip here read more

Food - ordered the good burger without cheese, bbq wings and lemon pepper wings. FOOD WAS SO FREAKIN GOOD! bun was lightly toasted, flavor of patty was tasty and wings were super fresh. Service - pretty busy. We ordered and waited maybe half an hour. Ambiance - cute little place and has outdoor seating, good for bringing dogs as well. read more

Sideshow Kitchen - good burger, no cheese, super tasty - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

My boyfriend has been trying to find the best spicy chicken sandwich spot to replace Hot Bird (originally in sf but moved to Oakland and closed) and heart great reviews about this place. We ordered a hyphy chicken sandwich and the original good burger (single patty). Even though it was busy, food came out fast so that's always a plus! We both preferred the good burger more than the hyphy chicken sandwich and regret not getting a double patty. The meat was so well seasoned that it was such a classic burger. If they didn't use 2 chicken thigh cutlets to make the chicken sandwich, we might've enjoyed this more. The hypyh chicken sandwich was so saucey that it masked the chicken thigh and made it soggy. My bf and I both agree this isn't a classic spicy chicken sandwich and prefer other places. Service was super nice. The cashier working that day and the women bringing out our food was super friendly. Would come back just for the burger! read more

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Great atmosphere, but the service left us in the cold. I really wanted to love this place because the Bay Area music and family-friendly concept are spot on. While the "Hyphy Sandwich" was a hit, the rest of the food was underwhelming for the price; the burger was thin and meat was dry, and the fries were overcooked. The 1-star rating is primarily for the service. We sat by the only heater, which ran out of propane within five minutes. After telling the staff, we were told it would be fixed "right back," but we were then ignored for the rest of the meal. No one ever came back to check on us or even say "hey sorry we ran out of propane " .. We just waited and waited... ended up shivering while eating and rushing our kids to finish just so we could get to the warm car. Since this is a great outdoor spot with potential for alot of people to hang out at night - suggesting Better communication and a backup supply of propane would go a long way here. I'd suggest the management invest in more heaters and a reliable propane supply to ensure guests can actually enjoy the environment they've created. Just saying, Feeling ignored and uncomfortable is just cold! read more

Let me tell you... this place rocked! So freakin delicious, great service, and happy customers! We dug right in so no photos of the food, but the photos on Yelp already represent the foods yumminess read more

Sideshow Kitchen - Smashed them burgers! - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Everything was good and good portion. Wings were fire & the burger was even better. Didn't make it to the photo lol read more

Sideshow Kitchen - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Cool spot near the jobsite. Highly recommend it! Usual Friday spot for the field crews. Had all the sandwiches and they don't disappoint. Be sure to order cheese fries as an upgrade. Hope y'all enjoy! read more

Sideshow Kitchen - Hi Hyphy Fried Chicken Sandwich - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

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Phenomenal. My wife was craving a burger and we had recently tried their new concept Sideshow Express which we loved so we decided to give the OG location a try. We each got their signature burger, garlic fries and split a salad. Everything was delicious. The burger was perfectly seasoned, juicy and fresh with plenty of veggies. The garlic fries were crisp and flavorful and the salad was large with chick peas and plenty of veggies. They have patio seating only which is no problem as there are plenty of heat lamps, a roof and two TVs for watching games. The service was prompt and nice. Can't wait to come back. read more

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No frills burger stop where the milkshakes are my favorite. Full of flavor and made with real ice cream. They also have delicious burgers well-packed with toppings. I had the single patty Good Burger, which is quite filling, but for those a little hungrier, they should absolutely try the Sideshow. Their fries are right in between crispy and soft, but note that their garlic fries come with a lot of fresh raw garlic on top. They have a lovely outdoor dining area with plenty of heaters and roof cover. Plenty of picnic tables to sit on and fast delivery times. Staff are friendly and patient as we stared up at the menu. read more

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I will never stop raving about this spot! It's the perfect place for a classic burger and fries, or wings with insane flavor. I had the best lemon pepper wings I've ever had here. The homemade ranch was the cherry on top. You have to try the LEMON PEPPER WINGS!! The burger also shmackin' with a great house sauce and two flavorful patties with all the goods. We enjoyed a few ciders as well on their sun-lit patio and it was a great vibe. read more

Sideshow Kitchen - Sideshow Burger, garlic fries, and Dozen Lemon Pepper Wings - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Sideshow Burger is easily one of my favorite spots. The food is consistently great, but the manager is the real standout. He is so professional, confident, and considerate. You can tell he's passionate about the business because he ensures every guest leaves happy. If you ever need anything, the team is quick to help and truly goes the extra mile. Highly recommend for the food and the amazing leadership! read more

Saw this on my Reels for a while and decided to give it a try. Service was amazing. Menu is clear and to the point with many different options. It's all outdoors with just the right amount of seating. There's covered seating as well as uncovered! We had the Good Burger with fries and the buffalo wings with cheese fries. The strawberry milkshake was thick and creamy. I love also that they have Pepsi and Starry!!!! read more

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The last time I came here I got my order to go and when I ate the food I felt that I didn't get the true essence of the meal since it was eaten an hour later. This time I ordered to eat at the spot. The food was delicious, perfectly cooked and the fries were hot and crispy. I walked right up to the counter and was immediately helped and my food was ready within minutes. I will definitely return soon to try something different. read more

Sideshow Kitchen - Sideshow single and fries. - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Food was SUPERB We dined in and even received a free refill Everything we had was amazing The hyphy chicken was spicy (made my nose sweat in a good way) The good burger is a single patty but extremely filling. We came on a Sunday ordered quickly , open seating and street parking made my plan to return even simpler. This is a sweet addition to Oakland (really almost Emeryville) TRY THEM! (I'm definitely coming back) read more

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First time there street parking is a bit sketchy but doable, let's get to the food as a burger enthusiast I rate their burgers overall 3.5 overwhelming thick to take decent bites flavor was ok they do give you allot of fries and the price above average for what your getting. read more

Casual burger spot paying homage to Bay culture. Love the vibe! Outdoor seating, partially covered, a couple TVs in case you want to catch a game. Counter service with friendly staff. I was impressed by the garlic parmesan wings, honestly, potentially the best garlic parm wings I have ever had. I would go back just for them. Unfortunately, the burger didn't compare. There wasn't anything particularly wrong with it, it was fresh, juicy, but it was pretty bland, even with the sauces they said it came with. I also got a banana chocolate milkshake which was delicious and perfect blend of chocolate and banana. read more

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Yoooooooooooooooooo!! This joint is on fire. Single patty Burger was think, juicy, perfect with grilled onions. Got some Nashville Honey hot wings, fries, and each was absolutely EXCELLENT!! It's what Oakland needs. My only wish... they need to open another in Uptown Oakland asap. Sideshow is a game changer. read more

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Sideshow Kitchen was the first spot I tried when I moved to the Bay, and it's still one of my favorites. The vibe is relaxed, family- and dog-friendly, and they usually have a game on, which makes it a great hangout spot. The Hyphy Fried Chicken Sandwich is a must -- crispy fried chicken with housemade coleslaw, roasted jalapeño, Hyphy hot sauce, honey mustard, and sideshow aioli, all served with fries. It's packed with flavor and never disappoints. Another favorite is the Sideshow Burger, stacked with double cheeseburger patties, grilled onions, lettuce, tomato, SS aioli, and their signature "Good Burger" sauce -- also served with fries. Don't skip the shakes, and if you can't make it in, you can even order online for delivery. Delicious food, welcoming vibe, and consistently good -- can't go wrong with Sideshow! read more

We were very surprised with the ratings compared to the food we had here. I had the classic chicken sandwich with fries. My partner had the good burger with the garlic cheese fries. The classic chicken sandwich had two patties and was freshly fried. But I can't say there was much flavor in the aioli or the chicken. And there was too much chicken in my opinion (two patties as opposed to one). My partner thought the same thing with his burger not having much flavor either. However, the garlic in his garlic cheese fries were overpowering and was very garlicky. I think the portions are generous, which might make a lot of people might like this place. But when it comes to the nuance of the flavors of the sauces, we've had better. We are not in a rush to come back here even though the staff is pretty nice. You order at the counter first and then someone calls out your name and order and brings it to you. There's plenty of street parking on the Main Street and in the neighborhood area nearby. read more

Sideshow Kitchen - Good Burger with garlic cheese fries - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

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This could very well be a blue collar workers' institution. From the back, It looks like a dilapidated homeless shelter if you drive by it and just glance. But inside, it is a industrial sprawl with amazing food! The front looks like a painting supply shop so it is easy to miss or mistaken. First time here on a recommendation from a colleague. I can report that this is EASILY my new vote for Best Spicy Chicken Sandwich in Oakland leapfrogging ahead of Hot Boys by City Hall and Uptown's Hot Bird. I ordered via Grubhub. There is a pick up line and they called my name out before I figured out the system. Love the reliable no nonsense messing around service here. I now know where to go when I am starving. 5/5 without a doubt. PS-add garlic to your garlic fries: you will not regret it. read more

Sideshow Kitchen - The Sandwich (5/5) - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

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res. Food is just always gone before I can usually take them or I forget to. This time I came for wings and got 3 dozen wings to slam down, Bbq wings, lemon pepper, and garlic parm. They sauce them but it's never overkill it's a perfect balance on the flavors and not overpowering. Wings can be somewhat crispy with it but I feel can be a bit more crispy to get that snap. I also got the cheese fries to try. I like them but I won't get them again as the regular fries with whatever seasoning is places on them taste the best to me and is also crispy at the same time. The burgers are great to well made juicy and flavorful. Had the Mexicali, the good burger and the sideshow burger all were great. The only difference was the amount of patties and the Mexicali. The Mexicali is more spicy because of the peppers but it's also well balanced with the sauce having a slight tang taste to pair off with the spice and flavors from the meat. The salmon burger is my man goto as it's just of the chain for me a different amount of flavors packed into every bite. For salmon to be juicy in a patty for is not the usual from most places but they get it done the right way much appreciated! Last but not least had 2 lemonades the mango and the blueberry. Both were flavorful. Service was friendly and as the brought the food to us they made sure we were set with anything we needed before they left that's a plus in my books. The area outside will be hard to park when they are packed but once you do find it it's all good go early for best parking times.inside they're is plenty of seating with kind of a diner vibe but a western outback vibe mixed together. On the walls you'll see graffiti art as well as license plates with different names and designs on them. The wood style gives it the western homestyle vibe as you sit and enjoy. As always I will come back again and I recommend others who hasn't given them a try to go ahead and stop let yourself explore something new! read more

What a fun, tasty spot on the side of the road! Sideshow Kitchen is a perfect spot to fix your cravings for burgers, chicken, and more! And what a perfect name for the restaurant :) Always drove by this place curious and so happy to finally stop in! My friends and I parked about a block away as there is not much parking available right at the restaurant (since it is a shack popped up right near a residential location ahah). We walked over and took our order at the window. The staff was super patient as we deliberated and finally made our decisions. I ordered the Hot Honey BBQ Fried Chicken Sandwich with a side of Garlic Fries and wow, it was so good! The chicken was so crisp and juicy and it was a double chicken sandwich! Was not expecting that at all!! My mouth is watering writing this review currently, it was really that good. High quality and full of flavor. I love how the honey and slaw balanced with the spice of the chicken. Super great! Garlic fries were also very good. Good quality and super loaded with garlic and cheese, exactly what I look for when getting garlic fries. Seating is all outdoor in this little covered up sort of set up. It's a vibe and was great with catching up with my friends! Very chill, no frills. Love this spot a lot. Will definitely return! I have to make my way through this menu eventually. read more

Sideshow Kitchen - Hot Honey BBQ Chicken Sandwich with Garlic Fries - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

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Love this burger spot. Ever since some customers of mine Introduced me to this spot in the east bay, I always try to come here for lunch when I'm working in the east bay. Great staff, very friendly, and great burgers. Top 5 smash burger spot in all Bay area. Their wibbgs are bomb too! read more

Sideshow Kitchen - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Came here and ordered a burger, chicken sandwich, and some wings. Both the Sideshow Burger & Hyphy Chicken sandwich were pretty decent but nothing crazy. The fries were also a bit disappointing unfortunately overly crispy and a bit dry in the middle. Without a doubt the star of the show were the wings. The lemon pepper was definitely more lemony than your avg lemon pepper and was an actual sauce instead of a dry rub. If I ever come back it'll fasho be for the wings. 7.3/10 Chicken Sandwich 7.6/10 Burger 4/10 Fries 8.7/10 Wings read more

The store provides an excellent ambiance of oakland's car scene with murals paying homage to the bay area culture. Staff provide a comfortable chill experience and asking for recommendations are always on the table. The food was served quickly and the upgraded garlic fries were unique because of the way they were able to melt American cheese perfectly. It was the same with my burger giving me a cheese pull on every other bite. My friend had the hyphy chicken and got full which was surprising because we usually eat ayce. The burger did not skip out on the meat sizing and felt like an original in n out burger. The one thing me and my friend said was it could have more crunch but I loved this place and will definitely come back! read more

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The service was awful and I didn't expect to encounter staff with attitudes. This is my second time here and I wanted to give it another try after getting the salmon salad which was terrible. This time my bacon on my burger was so gummy I didn't want to finish it. No flavor. Milkshake was warm when it was handed to me. Just awful and disappointing. read more

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Nice place with friendly service. I loved the layout of the restaurant. There was plenty of seating and all spread out. The burgers looked amazing but were smaller than I expected. I took my first bite and was quite underwhelmed. The burger was put together nicely and had plenty of sauce but for some reason it just lacked flavor. I'll probably try again another time. Maybe it was an off day. read more

Updating to add I tried the hyphy fried chicken sandwich and loved it. It's definitely one of the go to spots in the neighborhood, casual and family friendly. read more

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I had the hyphy fried chicken sandwich (as shown in the video) and my partner had the veggie burger. I enjoyed my sandwich but I barely tasted any hot sauce so I do wish it packed more of a spicy punch as advertised. I also like that fries are served with the sandwich because it is pricey so you get more for your buck on that note. My partner didn't like his veggie burger too much. It was edible but he said it taste like a frozen patty he had previously. I'd eat here again & try something different off the menu next time. read more

I'd give this place a zero if I could. For the first time ever trying this spot, I will never go back. We order burgers and it seemed as if it was from yesterday's leftovers. The cheese was old and definitely wasn't melt. We waited for a good amount of time to get cod food and old warmed up fries. read more

The best burger spot in the East Bay! Their fries are perfect too...crispy on the outside and fluffy inside. Its outside patio suits the food and the vibe too. read more

Highly recommend people pull through and check out the vibe and food. Great customer service and great food. Worth the trip read more

Sideshow Kitchen - Big Show and hypy taste amazing with expert customer service. - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

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Great Service,Great Food,and Good atmosphere!Thank you Mike for your kindly hospitality and awesome food. Raised in the Area as a child so nice to support this establishment after hearing wonderful things.I had a chicken sandwich w/fries and a lemonade.Food was hot and extremely tasty.Will definitely be returning to try more on the menu and will be referring my folks and family for support.Thank you for sharing your delicious food & congrats Mike and your staff for a superb & efficient food service to the area. -Tray read more

It was ok for a single person @$19 for the Good Burger /Garlic Fries & drink . The location is cute the service was great. The burger was a bit light on the seasoning for me . I would recommend combining the spicy sauce and the other sauce they have to the burger. I would comeback with friends not my kids , it's a fully outdoor location . Great for Summertime read more

Sideshow Kitchen - Back porch - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

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I like everything about Sideshow Kitchen. It's a nice casual outdoor eatery with benches throughout for modest sized groups. A clean restroom in back. A flat screen tv near the front was playing the Clippers vs Mavs playoff game on this particular Sunday afternoon. Simple menu with something for everyone, burgers, chicken sandwiches, wings, fries, shakes, beers, etc. I ended up ordering: Sideshow burger - Double cheeseburger with grilled onions, lettuce, tomato, ss aioli & "Good Burger" sauce. Excellent burger. It's maybe a slight step behind TrueBurger but it is neck and neck. Hyphy Fried Chicken Sandwich- Fried chicken, housemade coleslaw, roasted jalapeño, Hyphy hot sauce, honey mustard & sideshow aioli. This was the star of the show. This chicken sandwich hit the spot. Delicious. And if you like chicken sandwiches, you'll like this one. Fries came with both sandwiches and the fries are crispy and flavorful. Chocolate shake: I wish I could be real descriptive but it's thick, chocolate, and just good. Service was friendly, a really great staff working at sideshow kitchen. Food preparation is fast and the food comes out hot. Not much to dislike at SideShow Kitchen. But a ton of things to like about it. read more

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This place has a cool vibe and plenty of seating. This wouldn't be a place I go to again, I got the chicken wings and cheese fries. Super underwhelming food, it was like typical frozen food through in the fryer. The cheese fries were horrible, it was a flavorless cheese it was weird it was like see through watery nothing you wanted to eat. The wings were just as bad with a weird lemon pepper taste, and the buffalo sauce was weird too. Kinda like they used generic items for flavor. But I will say the customer service was a 10, the lady at the window was helpful and patient. I think they just need some tasters, or I could just be over critical. I didn't get to take pictures of my food. It wasn't much to look at lol read more

We came to try to is place out since it was recommended to us. We ordered the good burger and the spicy fried chicken sandwich along with the garlic cheese fries. The burger was just OK not much seasoning to it little overcooked and it wasn't a smash tight burger at all. The ratio for the burger to bread was really good and the bun was soft. The spicy fried chicken sandwich wasn't spicy at all. They barely was any sauce on it. What made it spicy were the jalapeños only, but they gave you plenty of chicken for the sandwich and the chicken was tender. The garlic cheese fries were good very garlic like. The service was good and it was plenty of space to sit down outside and they have heaters. Also, the cost is a little expensive. I really wanted to give more starts since I was excited for the place. read more

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The burgers and fries were bland. It's overrated in my opinion. The place is nice though.

Burger was good.. Beer was good. Everything on the menu sounded good. I heard other patrons saying their food was good. Staff was cool . Outdoor patio was dope and clean. At least 3 TVs were going. I will return to try their shakes. I want to be a fat slob with a gut. Sideshow kitchen should help me achieve this goal read more

Not very good. I ordered my burger medium well and it was pink inside when I got home. The bun was completely flat and squished. I didn't find the burger to have much flavor either. I definitely didn't think it was worth the price. read more