We were in the neighborhood, hungry, and knew the area lacked abundant food offerings. We had seen…read morethe cute little Dojo Dog food truck (well, food trailer) before -- and this time gave it a try. Glad we did! Rebecca was running the truck with her husband, and they were warm, friendly, and hard-working. That same care reflected in the food. Comforting flavors, big portions, and just what we needed. ---- Food ---- The hot dogs here are big, delicious, and fantastic value for the price. Wushu Dog: Loved this one. Inventive and delicious. Great texture, topped with pork sung and crispy cabbage, plus katsu sauce and Japanese mayo. Savory, crunchy, and satisfying. Sumo Dog: Japanese curry beef chili with cheese and fresh scallions. Hearty, comforting, and perfect for that chilly evening. Fried Foods: We didn't try, any but they serve fries and potstickers too. The fries seemed to be a crowd favorite at Great Notion Brewery next door (which is partnered with Dojo Dog). Definitely getting them next time. Rebecca told me she enjoys experimenting with new dishes, and the creativity shows. Looking forward to trying more! ---- Drinks ---- We didn't but drinks as we were enjoying beer at Great Notion, but Dojo Dog also offer drinks like milk tea. ---- Bonus ---- As I mentioned, they partner with Great Notion, one of our FAVORITE bars in the Bay with the best smoothie beers and stouts. You can bring your Dojo Dog inside and pair it with their awesome beers. Inventive hot dogs + beer = awesome evening ---- Vibe ---- Cute little food truck, family-run charm, friendly service, and an endearing hole-in-the-wall feel. The whole setup feels local and community-driven. In fact, it was originally created by Berkeley students. Very cool. ---- Overall ---- Amazing hot dogs, great beer next door, friendly owners, inventive sides, and a fun, low-key vibe. It will hit the spot every time. Can't wait to come back and try more from their menu!

This little truck has delicious, unique and huge hot dogs! I got the spicy sriracha dog which came…read morewith seared cabbage, spicy aioli, sriracha and pork floss. It was a massive hot dog packed with flavor and for the area, a very good price. Also very friendly staff!

I tracked down Kings Bbq at 10th and Gilman in Berkeley. What a friendly fella. He is also in…read moreOakland some days a week so call him during his work hours to find out where he is at. The portion was extremely generous for the price and the bbq sauce excellent. A nice charred flavor to the pork ribs that I like. Enjoy a splendid lunch and/or extra for later. I will return.

Absolutely incredible BBQ experience! The flavors are deep, smoky, and perfectly balanced -- every…read morebite was full of rich, slow-cooked goodness. The meats were tender and juicy, cooked to perfection, and paired beautifully with the sides that added just the right touch of comfort and freshness. You can really tell how much care and passion goes into the food here -- everything tastes homemade and made with love. The service was quick, friendly, and the whole atmosphere made it feel like a true hidden gem.I left completely satisfied and can't wait to come back to try more of the menu. Highly recommend to anyone who loves authentic, flavorful barbecue done right!

This is a fantastic tamale stand located at the corner of Gillman and San Pablo in northwest…read moreBerkeley. The tamales are fresh, juicy and big. The service was great and the vendor enjoyed capturing my grandsons attention and he served us up some tasty food with a big smile. My grandson and I had not problem polishing off a chicken and pork tamale. Dang they are really so good. Maybe a little on the pricey side compared to other tamale options out there, but more than worth it when you sink your chops into such fine food. I can't wait to go back the next time I'm in town! The setting and ambience are perfect since the stand is located in the parking lot of an automobile service station - an excellent choice for setting up shop!

Tamale Place is a food cart In Yen's Auto Service's lot. the address listed is the commissary…read morelocation, a brick & mortar tamale maker. posted address is where the tamales are sold. offerings: tamales: cheese, pork, chicken, corn, vegetarian, salsa, sodas, sour cream. eats: cheese tamale (3.50), only option available during early afternoon -always curious about tamales, not many in Berkeley area -wrapped in a corn husk, it was longer and more narrow than Oakland's usual. surprised to see a long moist jalepeno on top., underneath is a thin vein of cheese that was solidified. had no flavor. the salsa was very spicy! -this was a few hours after buying it. masa was luke warm, didn't warm in up. didn't think it would matter except to make it more melty. *comparing this to other tamales, this is the least worthy.. no repeat.

I usually come here for tacos but today I decided on the pastor Torta. I usually come after work so…read morethere isn't a wait. I was quickly greeted and placed my order and it was ready within minutes. The pastor is delicious and full of meat and vegetables. It never disappoints they got a fan for life.

This taco truck is so underrated. There aren't any seats at all, so my friend and I just ate it…read moreinside our car - which was a total vibe. Their carnitas tacos were crunchy and flavorful - my favorite tacos. The rest comes very close: al pastor, asada, and birria. You can't go wrong with any of these tacos - all very delicious. My biggest regret here was that I only got four tacos and nothing to-go. Service was quick. It was not extremely busy, but there was constant traffic. I feel like this taco truck is popular amongst the locals for obvious reasons. Highly recommend!

Today I gave into the hype and tried a Berkeley institution, and I'm glad I did. Cheap dogs ($5-6),…read moreunlimited customization with a toppings bar, and a friendly server who struck up a good conversation. I got the garlic frank, and it had a great snap to it and a strong beefy flavor. I wish it was a bit more garlicky though. P.s. the relish is pretty sour so add it sparingly Definitely worth a stop if you're craving a dog

I had a really disappointing experience here. The food itself might be decent, but the service…read morecompletely ruined it. The guy behind the counter was extremely rude--yelling at customers and creating an uncomfortable atmosphere the entire time. What was even more concerning was the lack of basic hygiene. He was handling cash and then immediately touching bread and food without washing his hands or using gloves. That's not just unprofessional, it's unacceptable for any food establishment. Overall, the behavior and cleanliness standards here need serious improvement. I won't be coming back, and I wouldn't recommend this place unless they make major changes.

One of the most treasured hot dog stands in Berkeley in my opinion. This guy works so hard everyday…read moreto bring people at Ashby Bart and from all over some of the best quick-to-go hot dogs, including Hot links (my favorite), polish, all beef, jumbo, and regular. Best of all, like many of the images here show, are his toppings! Seriously, cilantro, mayo, jalepeños, siracha, and regular toppings, they work so well and when he makes them it's magical, no joke. I hope his cart re-opens soon as I drove by today looking to get a hotlink but saw he wasn't there. COME BACK SOON!! And everyone... don't forget to tip well here please!!

Doing my hot dog thang, still. I walked by this cart for years when I commuted to The City. I ran…read morean early AM errand for my neighbor in the Southside and took the train from Ashby BART to campus. On this morning, I was drawn to the Yummy. I had a polish for breakfast, with the full effect. Every condiment and jalapenos. I managed to wolf this doggy down without making a mess as we pulled up in the Berkeley Station. Finishing off the last bite as I the escalator beamed me up, a really pretty woman smiled at me and said, "I, too, had a hot dog for breakfast..." as she wiped a bit of mustard off her lushest lips. Worked for me!

Love Jollof Kitchen! I go every month on first Friday in Oakland for the veggie plate. I put my…read morefriends on and all they talk about is when we're going back! Service is always great and super quick. The flavors with just the jollof rice are amazing, full of flavor in every bite. It tastes just like my friend's mom back home so I will forever appreciate the food.

I had the pleasure of meeting the owner/chef of Jollof Kitchen and you can taste the love the food…read moreis prepared with. The flavor is fortified and complex in the mos delicious way. It is undeniably low and slow build and development of flavor. It's the bite you take and your entire body experiences it! I can not say enough about how delicious the food here is the rice is cooked to perfection it is not over or undercooked it is bursting with flavor, the chicken is tender falling off of the bone. Chef Kimmie is guided by the ancestors in her preparation of this food from the gods.

Ordered thru door dash .. love this place but I'll never order close to closing... they only put…read moreone green and one red salsa in the bag.. the driver has to waited 15 mind for our order the food was hot when we got it.. the baked potato was good but I could have had more meat and more green salsa.. ordered the shrimp tacos.. it was so good very flavorful.. shrimp was deep fried.. loved the carrots on side.. 4 shrimp come in the taco .. the chipotle sauce was a good addition as well.. no pico for me but definitely would order again. Can't wait to try the fish tacos..

This is one of Oakland's best kept secrets! All of their menu items are delicious and well…read moreportioned. Their service is quick and friendly. The outdoor seating is refreshing during the summer. I didn't know what to expect since it's beside the railroad tracks and a bar called Aloha Club but I was pleasantly surprised by the tasty food from La Grana Fish! They have aguachiles and ceviche, birria, mulitas, vampiros, tacos, and aguas frescas! Every plate is perfectly seasoned and savory. They definitely cover several regional cuisines of Mexico at this single food truck. I would argue it's one of the best Mexican food trucks in the bay, so much so that it reminds me of LA. Can't get any better, unless you head to Mexico itself.

Absolutely loved these chicken wings! The wings were juicy and packed with flavor--the kind that…read moremakes you stop mid-bite and go "wow." You can tell they're made with care, not rushed or generic. What really set Carlyle's apart, though, was the amazing service. Jamel was friendly, upbeat, and genuinely excited to make sure my crew and I had a great experience. Great service all around. If you're a wing lover, Carlyle's is a must-stop. I'll 100% be back for more!

"Carlyle's Chicken Wings" at the Adeline Food Hall is serving up delicious BBQ chicken wings!…read more They were offering a 25%-off discount on Doordash to try their wings, so I ordered a batch of 15-wings. They arrived hot, as if they just came off the grill. All the wings and little drums were soaking in a rich sweet bbq sauce. The wings were slightly charred, and had that bbq aroma. These chicken wings are legit! Look at my photos, that's bbq chicken! Carlyle's Chicken Wings at 5333 Adeline St is a ghost kitchen. Delivery or Pickup only.

Camarones Al Ajo Cremoso was a February special. I ordered it earlier in February and we made a…read morepoint to go back on February 28 to try it again. It was seriously a memorable meal. The sauce was a simple garlic creme sauce with a touch of lemon, cilantro , onions and chili, but was not hot. The shrimp with garlic sauce was served with baby carrots and green rice. I hope they will make this a staple on their menu. It could easily be their signature dish. Cafe de Olla -had a splash of milk added, but normally it comes black. The coffee had a nice sweetness and you don't need to add sugar. PIPIAN TACOS Rotisserie Chicken or Pork Shoulder, Oaxacan Brown Mole Sauce with Red Chiles, Onion-Jalapeño Curtido If you like spicy , you will love this dish. The meat was covered with a spicy chil sauce that was absolutely delicious, but HOT. Interestingly, the dish had a small bowl of mole sauce that was not spicy and was a delicious dipping sauce for the taco. However the person who ordered this dish said she would ask to see if she could order the rotisserie chicken without the spicy sauce. She asked did ask for sour cream to tone down the heat. She thought the meat was very delicious, just too hot.

Well as promised, we returned -- this time for brunch -- and I'm really glad we did. This quickly…read morebecame one of our favorite brunch experiences in the area, and being so close to home is a huge bonus. On our first visit, I definitely overlooked a lot. The space is beautifully designed, especially the extended dining area, and the staff operates with an impressive level of efficiency and expertise. Everything just felt more noticeable this time around, in the best way. We also had the pleasure of chatting with who I believe was a manager, who was incredibly kind and helpful in answering our questions. That extra level of hospitality really elevated the experience and left a lasting impression. P.S. The blue corn pancakes are amazing! BB