The beers are really really good. We had the Chocolate Moustache and Cherry Sour 9/10. The food was…read morea disaster. Fries are middle school cafeteria esque with nasty cold oil aftertaste and no seasoning. The pork banh Mi is dominated by some odd bottom of the barrel dregs oil. We also didn't even order that we ordered the pulled pork sandwich. The meatball sandwich has potential but the bread used is not a great option it's too soggy. 1/10. We would give them a second chance due to the booze, they were also super busy due to the World Cup.

Trying out the relatively new food spot near our house now that it's open for lunch during the…read moreweek. I ordered the Spicy Hog sandwich with a side of french fries, and an iced tea. The pork was very tender with a nice flavor, not a barbecue sauce style, but top-notch. The fries were nice and crispy, may be a little underseasoned, but I managed to eat them all. Plenty of outdoor seating that is shared with the adjacent taphouse.

Their meatball sandwich is SO good! The meatballs homemade, and they're so soft and tender. The…read moresauce is amazing too! And of course, you definitely have to try their soft serve it's organic and so good! Their coffee is also really good. Everything I tried was delicious! Thank you

The sandwich itself was... fine. The service was... not…read more First the sandwich. I got the Italian. It was *drenched* in mustard to an unreasonable extent. The bread (french roll) was soft but without the crunchy crust that should be par for a french roll. The meats were ok, and the iceberg wasn't bad, but not great. Maybe three stars for the sandwich, but nowhere near as good as Alameda's other sandwich shops, Domenico's or Santoro's. The service was bad. First the young counter guy had no idea what I meant when I asked to substitute havarti for swiss. Then he charged me $.80 to "add cheese" to the sandwich when it already had cheese. The older woman (owner?) and another young counter guy then came out from behind the counter and had a long, almost shouted conversation in front of the register, all while eating soft serve. After 15 minutes of that, I approached the counter to find my sandwich sitting there. Not that anyone had bothered to tell me it was ready. Anyway, definitely not going back. I will however go back to Domenico's and Santoro's many times!

Honest to god one of the best banh mi's sandwiches I've had in a long time. Dare I say that it's…read morebetter than the ones from SJ. Located in a somewhat sketchy part of Oakland lies this unassuming shop. It's a no frills kind of location so don't expect anything super fancy. But once you go inside, you can smell and feel the authenticity of the food! Service is straightforward and make sure to come early so you don't wait in line. I got the combo with extra pate and it was delicious. 10/10 and super filling. Was happy to bring this with me on a trip to the river and will definitely be back again!

That was an amazing house special banh mi, bread was just right, not too crisp a crust, nice and…read moresoft inside. The grilled pork banh mi was good as well, but not as memorable. They also had an solid selection of not-banh mi items that looked good, in particular the summer rolls, but we did not have stomach space to indulge. There's refrigerators full of drinks as well, and you can order things like Thai iced tea from the register. The line inside is long but moves at a decent clip. Street parking only but the parking situation is surprisingly decent. Cash only of course. All that said, as good as this place is, if you don't live in the area, then you probably are a serious banh mi connoisseur to make the trek.

I was fortunate enough to participate in a silent auction and be the winner of the Semifreddis…read morebakery tour for up to 20 people. While it took some coordination on my part, we all made it and it's the best insider peek into this Bay Area institution that started in a small bakery that has grown so very much! Our guide Jennifer was a wealth of knowledge and so very fun to lead us through the history and operations of this business. The average person just doesn't appreciate all the work that goes into the foods that we eat. We saw the warehouse where the raw goods are stored and then onto the production floor! We saw the flour coming out into the massive vats, loaves coming out of ovens, focaccia going into convection ovens and all the steps in between. We were gifted an amazing bag of products that included a sweet baguette, sour battard, a bag of granola, bag of croutons, a morning bun, bag of cinnamon bread, biscotti and a bag of cinnamon bread. Unbelievable!!! They are such a family oriented organization that values community that they regularly donate product out. Items that come back from the stores and those that have an opps are sent out to become feed for chickens! I've always loved Semifreddis and now, I love them more. There are no public tours. Only way in is via a donated tour or via hosted events for 2nd grade and up classes. What a special day for me and 19 of my friends and family. Thank you!! Ps. No pics inside due to employee privacy.

Went here on a tour with Kaiser docs. Great behind the scenes view of their bakery. Huge fan of…read moretheir kalamata loaf and cinnamon twist bread now. It was also great to learn how much they give back to the local community too! We usually get their products locally at Encinal market or Berkeley bowl.

Big thank you to Domenicos! We needed 20+ sandwiches day of a tournament. We didn't know we needed…read moresandwiches and wished we could've given them more time. They graciously made all the sandwiches anyway. THANK YOU!!! We picked up our order on time and everything was wrapped up and packed up and labeled! All the sandwiches were delicious! Bread was fresh. Nothing piled too high. Not overly dressed. Every sandwich was made with love. Definitely a must visit deli if you're ever in Alameda.

I love this family-owned sandwich shop. The staff are always really friendly and personable. They…read morewill help you make the best sandwich for you if you ask for recommendations and they have a huge selection of chips, drinks and treats to add to your meal. I always get the vegetarian sandwich and love it every time. Consistent, quality, friendly!!

Excellent food - a definite must try! We were in the area and my daughter highly recommended this…read moreplace. I ordered the Charred Lemon Garlic Fried Chicken Sandwich. It includes a Fried Chicken Thigh, Charred Lemon Pepper Sauce, House Pickles, Pear Slaw & Black Garlic Sauce on soft Brioche bun - very flavorful sandwich. I savored every bite! Hubby got a Black Garlic Fried Chicken Sandwich with Fried Chicken Thigh, Black Garlic Sauce, House Pickles & Pear Slaw on toasted brioche bun. He enjoyed it but it wasn't filling enough for him. So note, if you're 220 lbs or so, or if you have a bigger appetite, you might want to order a second sandwich or get the Fowl Fry Combo instead. Sandwiches run about $17 - totally worth it though. Savor every bite, and you won't be sorry!

Didn't realize this is a pop up type of shop where you order and either take it to go or sit on the…read moreoutdoor benches to eat. We ordered the regular and citric hot chicken sandwich. The order took some time since there was only one person working. I liked the citric hot more than regular. The regular lacked flavor, was very dry, and reminded me of a chicken tender sandwich. The citric hot was juicier and had better heat. I was not a fan of the thousand island sauce as it got boring pretty quickly but I used a side of that to dip the regular sandwich in since it was so dry and bland. They have a small menu so there's not many options. I wouldn't not come back.

The Susan Special is absolutely amazing! One of the best sandwiches I've had in a long time --…read morefresh, flavorful, and made with such great attention to detail. Every bite was packed with delicious combinations of flavors, and the ingredients tasted incredibly fresh. Sandwich Board has truly perfected the art of making a great sandwich. The quality, creativity, and care that go into each one really stand out. The Susan Special is a must-try -- I'll definitely be coming back for more!

I've lived in alameda my whole life and these two ladies have been sweet and kind the few times…read moreI've gone here. My recent experience was nothing but unpleasant for my father. We come and my dad is trying to communicate what he wanted on his sandwich, and everyone is particular about everything so before you quick jump to "it's just a sandwich" we pay for good service and we tip good and i'm writing this in hopes this doesn't happen to anyone else in the board. My dad wanted everything on his sandwich as well as lite mustard and etc and the lady who makes the sandwiches wasn't listening and kept trying to say she got it and she's working on it. I've worked in food service for years and it is important to hear what a customer is asking for because after all, it's their food. We got home, no tomatoes, sandwich was missing stuff, my boyfriend's sandwich was missing stuff. It was disappointing. My father was very upset. I think they could be more friendly as well as being more adapting to certain people who are just communicating a specific need or want in their purchase. We will be calling later in hopes to remove or change this review. Thank you.

It's been so long that I forgot I wrote a review 5 years ago…read more I came back from NY a couple of weeks ago and then it hit me again - bagel cravings. I work super early in the morning so I rush to my Google Maps to see what's open. Huzzah! This place is open at 6am. I hop in my car and drive relatively fast (but safe) so I'm not late to work. Service is pretty friendly, I made the mistake of asking for two shots of espresso in my medium latte (2 shots is a medium, duh Lauryn), but they were pretty nice about it. My lox bagel was pretty fresh and delicious. Good amount of cream cheese and salmon, and the cucumbers and tomatoes didn't taste like they were sitting in the fridge. They were crisp! Since I was grabbing and going, can't speak too much on ambiance on the place. However if you work maybe a 9-5 and start your mornings early, this place was pretty empty for you to enjoy a cup of coffee and a bite.

The Beanery is a nice little coffee shop inside The Alameda Natural Grocery on Park St…read more In addition to the standard coffee beverage offerings, they also have various breakfast items, sandwiches, and a rather enticing assortment of cakes and pastries. This is a good spot for a coffee date, as well as just grabbing a coffee/breakfast to go, or while stocking up on groceries. There are a few indoor tables, and a couple of outdoor ones on the street. The Park St. bridge is just a hop away, so we'll often grab a coffee here to fuel up on our way out of town. Street parking is very difficult here, but the grocery does have its own lot in the back, albeit a cramped one. Give yourself extra time to park.

Great bagel lock sandwiches. Food is consistently good and the sandwiches are generous.read more

Stopped by Alameda Bagels & Donuts for a quick lunch. They have both indoor and outdoor seating,…read morealong with a great menu full of breakfast dishes and espresso options. I ordered a plain bagel with egg, ham and cheddar cheese. Nothing fancy, but it hit the spot and definitely did the job. Their donuts are pretty decent too. If you're ever in the area needing a quick coffee, bagel sandwich or a donut, this spot is worth checking out!

My review of their Mexican Hot Chocolate still stands. The BEST one in the Bay Area, hands down!…read more The employees/baristas are the sweetest. I have written books, worked on my business, made friends, AND met a beautiful person I'm dating there. Can't beat that! RUN, do not walk, to this magical spot on the isle of Alameda.

I came to The Local to meet a friend for coffee. I had a…read moredecaf mocha with almond milk and a delicious spinach pastry. My friend had the pretzel and a coffee. This is a nice space to work and have a meeting, the vibe was warm, friendly and people were chatting, working on their phones or laptops. It was full, but we managed to find a table and enjoyed the space for food and conversation. I'd recommend this place for their coffee, friendly service and pastries. When we finished eating we needed to bus our table. They have a bin in the back of the shop to set your used dishes. I'll be back next time I'm in the neighborhood.