Prescott, Alameda County · Oakland
1733 Peralta St, Oakland, CA 94607
West Oakland fried chicken sandwich shop from BBQ chef Matt Horn, with sandwiches like the Honey Bird, Hot Bird, and gravy-topped Early Bird; now closed.
Haven't been here myself — came recommended from someone I trust.
A Temescal Asian-influenced sandwich shop open Thursday through Sunday with rotating items like Sichuan hot chicken, house banh mi, and ebi katsu.
Lively Uptown Oakland burger spot famed for juicy smash burgers, buttermilk hot chicken sandwiches, and crispy corn fritters, with late-night hours and a patio next to Two Pitchers pub. Expect a wait on weekends.
Noodles, fried chicken & other Korean classics in a modest counter-serve venue set in a strip mall.
Order-at-the-counter Kanazawa-style Japanese curry counter from chef Chikara Ono inside Swan's Market, serving dark, thick black-roux curries with fried chicken, tonkatsu, or omelet.
Comfy outpost for Thai khao mun gai (chicken & rice) & cafe fare in counter-serve digs.