I was craving fish and chips, but most places had beer-battered fish, so finding one that wasn't…read morewas a HUGE yes for me! The fish was super fresh and clean, and the tartar sauce was 11/10! The fries were lightly seasoned and really good. I immediately went for the tiramisu and definitely underestimated it was delicious! Fast service, super friendly people, and such a warm atmosphere. Easy 10/10!

Review based solely on fish and chips 3 piece. Fish can be…read moreimproved Flaky, but can be fresher. Batter is too thick. Taste bitterness in the fish meaning the oil needs to be changed more frequently. SUPER SUPER OILY FISH - makes you feel sick. this is a frying technique problem and also the quality of oil problem. If they fixed this this could be an awesome spot and great addition to the area. Vancouver has the best black cod fish and chips.

Billingsgate fish and chips is simply the BEST I've ever had. The fish was cooked perfectly - not…read moresoggy with oil like a lot of others and the batter surrounding was light and flavorful and stood out on its own. The chips were amazing. I was happy they were not huge slices of potatoes like some fish and chips but instead were perfectly fried, slender and great for dipping. I plan on making this a regular order again and again. Thanks.

I'm not sure if I just bought the wrong menu item. I started off planning on getting one of my…read morefavorites fish and chips but looking at the price difference I switched at the last minute to order the Dungeness crab sandwich with fries. The fries were good. I asked to get well done fries to ensure I didn't get limp fries. My taste buds didn't quite do a happy dance with the seasoning used in the crab cake. The crab cake did seem to be fresh but I couldn't get past the seasoning. The bun was good. The people are nice and I will definitely go back because I know the seafood is fresh. I will go with what I know and like, fish and chips next trip. Convenient location with outdoor seating and ample parking. Want fresh seafood, swing by Billingsgate and order something that you crave.

I came to the Public Market for the first time. It's a nice spot to come to eat and hang out. I…read moredidn't know they had all of this here. I ordered the brazino sandwich, I thought it was really delicious, it really hit the spot. The service was timely and acceptable

I ordered the 2 piece fish and chips. The batter on the outside of the fish was the most tolerable…read morepart of this meal. The fry's tasted freezer burned. If you want good fish and chips I would suggest the fish market in the Rock Ridge market.

The first time I've been on an off hour and seen this place not busy. Linner was great - service…read morewas attentive, the music was vibey, and the food was excellent. I went a little ham for one person because I can't NOT get the hush puppies and something spicy and dessert! The gumbo alone was probably enough for me, but upside is I have plenty to snack on when I get home. Yum!

Angeline's absolutely delivered. I stopped in around 12:30 p.m. on a Saturday, and I was surprised…read moreby how empty it was. No complaints though--it made for a relaxed meal and the service was attentive. I ordered the fried chicken and beignets with gravy, and it was excellent. I'm usually someone who prefers bone-in fried chicken, but this version won me over. The chicken was juicy with perfectly seasoned, crispy breading, and the savory gravy paired surprisingly well with the beignets. Everything on the plate complemented each other without feeling too heavy. The only miss for me was the orange juice--it was pretty forgettable. But honestly, the rest of the meal more than made up for it. I'd happily come back for the fried chicken.

Maple Old Fashion, beer, calamari, pork belly, pakoras and fish tacos were DEEEELICIOUS! 10/10! The…read moreservice was even better. Thank you for a wonderful afternoon.

Location is cute and in a walkable area. You get thrown off that it's in a residential neighborhood…read morebut it's near the corner so not as odd. Clean. Staff was kind. Fish & chips, burger, BLT, fries, mango gelato and lava cake all solid.

Once known for good beer selection and entertainment, it is still all that but also with solid pub…read morefood. The entertainment and community feel of the place is the #1 highlight. Open mic night gives young people a voice. Older musicians act as unofficial mentors - the best advice from one was to 'make me feel something!!' I love the art scene - and to me there is a special intersection of utility (maybe articulating an important message - or building a useful couch) --- and the beauty of that piece. How you put it together, how it looks and most importantly how it makes you feel when you sink into the couch or words. I have a lot of opinions and a lot to say. These days you really can't complain much - in the world you are a nag and in church you are labeled a legalist. The secret is if you say those things in a beautiful way or tip toe around a subject asking questions and letting the audience come up with their own conclusions. The young people today I have lots of sympathy for. The 50 year olds could get away with earning $50k/yr - the 40 year olds could get away with earning $100k/yr but the 20 and 30 year olds in the bay area with 2 kids need to earn $200k in their household to make ends meet. Gentrification is the enemy - those who are 'rich.' Lets blame the boomers. Maybe there are some other 'enemies' of the unaffordable nature of the bay area. A witch hunt aiming at tech workers or the unhoused or maybe today AI robots. My brother pays $4000/month for babysitting. I think his house tax is another $1000/month and we aren't even talking about the mortgage yet.... In San Francisco a family of 4 can qualify for free babysitting if they earn $178,300 or less per year. Maybe you can't call this the poverty level - but you qualify for everything including housing assistance. I'm sorry no beautiful poetry for you today. No lit slam. No soup for you!! I will continue building my couches - you take the stage!!

Starry Plough....Oh wow! This is really a cool scene…read more There's a different event seven nights a week. Today the day after July 4 celebration is sort of an Irish music session in the place is packed at 5:45 PM! Great musicians and a fun atmosphere, but it seems like the same continuous song plays between breaks with a slight adjustment of the melody. Sort of a hypnotic repetitive groove, not so unlike "ON THE CORNER" by Miles Davis but not really, ha ha! OK kids, please plug that into your little machine and have a listen. Feel that groove in "BLACK SATIN" The Starry Plough is a full service restaurant, pub and nightclub that has been a staple of the East Bay scene since 1973. With deep roots as an Irish Revolutionary watering hole, the history of protest runs as deep today as it did when they opened five decades ago. And they have really good food and a great tap beer list. Also, the very best bartenders and staff throughout! I just had a half order of the handcut french fries and they really are top-notch man, they're served with different condiments that you can help yourself to. I chose the Sriracha sauce and ketchup. I couldn't find the horseradish tonight. I've been coming in here for several years and I really dig it. Very special people hang out here, kind of a hippie Berkeley vibe. I've had great long conversations and met very groovy folks. It's a great watering hole.

Beautiful cafe shop!…read more Coffee was super good! I've gone to bu ch of spots so I'm super pleased with the service, the place being so clean and friendly. Highly recommend to visit.

Hello, my fellow café junkies…read more I LOVE little cafés. I will happily spend my hard-earned money on an overpriced chai latte while sitting somewhere cute pretending I have my life together. So when I say I'm definitely not coming back here, just know it pains my café-loving heart. First, let me give credit where credit is due: the atmosphere is GREAT. Super cute. Super cool. Great little hidden spot. The service, however? SucKs--with a capital K. ‍ Here's how my first--and probably last--visit went: 1. We ordered THREE chai lattes: two hot chai lattes and one iced chai latte with oat milk. Pretty straightforward. Nobody was ordering a 14-step potion from Hogwarts. 2. We received only two drinks. So, channeling my inner Karen from Boyle Heights, I politely went back and said, "Excuse me, we ordered THREE chai lattes." 3. They told me they hadn't charged me for the third drink. Okay! No problem. I work my ass off. I don't mind spending money. Charge me, hermana. Let's get this chai flowing. 4. I took a sip of my supposedly hot chai latte and immediately my taste buds sounded the emergency alarm: NOPE. THAT'S COFFEE. 5. I looked at my husband suspiciously and asked, "Is yours chai or coffee?" He took his first sip and said, "This is coffee." At this point, the chai lattes had apparently entered the Witness Protection Program because nobody could find them. 6. I went back. To their credit, they were perfectly willing to remake the drinks. Thank you! And when we finally received the two hot chai lattes, they were actually GOOD. Crisis temporarily averted. 7. THEN I looked over at my friend holding the supposedly iced chai latte with oat milk and thought, Wait a minute... "Taste yours." He takes a sip. "This is coffee." GIRL. THREE chai lattes ordered. THREE chai lattes misunderstood. At that point, I wasn't ordering beverages anymore. I was participating in a listening-comprehension assessment. ‍ The person taking our order seemed rushed, distracted, and all over the place. And listen--mistakes happen. I teach for a living. I have patience. But when every single drink in one order is wrong, we've moved beyond "oops" and entered performance art. No manchen--venimos a gastar, no a pendejear. ‍ So here's my recommendation: If you're particular about actually receiving the beverage you ordered, you may want to try another café. Or, if this place has an app, USE THE APP. Let technology translate "chai latte" into "chai latte" because apparently the spoken version is giving everybody trouble. Better yet, buy your drinks somewhere else and bring them here. Then you can enjoy the cute atmosphere without participating in Chai Latte Roulette: Will It Be Chai? Will It Be Coffee? Nobody Knows! The place is called Hidden Café, and after today's experience... I can see why it's hidden. Cute environment? Absolutely. Would I trust them with another three-chai-latte mission? Esta mamona la cosa. Hard pass. ‍ Come for the atmosphere. Bring your own drink. And may the odds of receiving what you ordered be ever in your favor. Signed, A recovering Chicana Karen from Boyle Heights who just wanted her damn chai.

Excellent food AND service. Been a loyal customer for well nigh 15 years…read more One of the best salad dressings with cheeseburger. I did try to somewhat salty deviled eggs. Other than that they are delightful. Also- happy hour 2-6, and wings!! Buffalo with bleu cheese in my opinion.

I frequent Ben 'N Nick's often after my team's kickball games. This neighborhood bar offers up a…read morecasual pub vibe that is great if you're trying to grab a beer to catch up with a friend or watch a game. They've got a decent beer selection and can also make cocktails. Food wise, you're looking at a lot of bar food options, burgers, sandos, nachos etc. During my latest venture I grabbed a bacon cheeseburger and a side salad. The burger here is very solid. You can expect a well seasoned patty with a good helping of bacon (should you choose to shorten your life expectancy like myself). The side salad was also good. I've also been known to poach fries and onion rings from my friends and those are also great (their frying technique on their French fries adds some next level crispiness. The servers here are chill and attentive. I've never had a bad experience with the service. If you're in north Oakland and looking for a solid pub, I'd recommend Ben N Nick's!

Jian was friendly and helpful. He provided good service even as we moved between three tables for…read morethe perfect view.

So, we're staying at the Berkeley Marina DoubleTree by Hilton and took advantage of a dining offer…read moreto du brunch on Sunday. We've done breakfast before at the Boathouse and Brunch is more or less and combination of popular breakfast and lunch items. So, in addition to juice, coffee, and water, we went for the Belgian Waffles which included powdered sugar, maple syrup, and fresh berries, and the Seasonal Omelet with asparagus, brie cheese, scallions, and breakfast potatoes. We did not go wrong with our choices. The servers at the Boathouse regardless if it is breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner are always on point, A really nice welcoming environment!

I am absolutely shocked I haven't reviewed Southside Station since trying them out for the first…read moretime at a Yelp Event back in 2021 because we've been back so many times since. Although it's a small and cozy space, they have both inside and outside seating. Food wise, my go-to is their amazing curly fries and lychee iced tea, while the hunny absolutely adores their fried chicken sandwiches. It's probably some of his favorite fried chicken in the Bay Area. We try order online as we're driving over because everything is made to order so there can be a bit of a wait during the lunchtime rush, but the service is super friendly and helpful and everything is always delicious. So we will definitely keep coming back!

Today's adventure took me to Berkeley in search of fried chicken. For some reason fried chicken has…read morebecome my new love. Whenever I'm in search of something good to eat in the Bay Area I always check TikTok first. My search directed me to Southside Station! It's a small quaint establishment with a very quiet vibe. When I entered, there was a table of three gentlemen sitting there enjoying their selections. I checked in with them and got suggestions on what I should order. They made a recommendation, but I chose something totally different. I ordered the wings and garlic noodles with a side of brussels sprouts. This place is known for their fried chicken because it's so extra crunchy. They definitely did deliver on the crunch and the flavor. The garlic noodles were very garlic, which is what I liked, and the brussels sprouts were sautéed in a honey glaze. I decided to enjoy my food inside the restaurant as opposed to sitting outside where they have two tables set up. The young lady that took my order was ever so sweet and kind. She was the only one I saw in the restaurant behind the counter, but there may have been others working further in the back. There was an error on my order and she was quick to correct the error with an apology and a smile. The portion size was decent. I ended up taking home leftovers.