Hawking Bird in Oakland

Review №1

2023-06-19 17:03:15

First time with my family on a early Sunday evening. Sat outside bc we brought our dog. Kids loved the fried chicken and pork belly bowls. My tofu bowl was also delish. Kids soup noodles is great for a more plain taste of kids. Garlic noodles was a little too saucy. But still tasty. Overall great. Service was awesome. Helping with menu selection and prompt delivery.

Review №2

2023-07-21 22:29:43

Michelin-star Chef James Syhabout brings brilliance to this fast-casual fusion counter service gem.Every bite had us laughing and oohing at the amazing flavors. We shared bites of every amazing dish. I had the spicy fried chicken sandwich which dripped homemade Thai oil, slaw, and jalapeno aioli. Wow!My partner had the BBQ chicken sandwich with rich, dark, smoky tamarind sauce and bright pickles and fresh herbs and mint leaves. The blistered green beans with bacon and Prik Khing curry were life-changingly good. And the tots with secret seasoning (lemon grass?) Ooh, la, la!Our friends got bowls; one got the fried chicken bowl (clearly labeled that one of the sauces contained gluten, so she subbed out for the delicious dark wing sauce and a GF meal) another friend the KMG and broth bowl which made for the best rice any of us had ever had.The canned spicy margaritas were likewise fantastic, served over ice with paper-thin dried lime wheels.We ate like kings and left happy, riding endorphins down the block, telling other friends about the amazing place wed found. I even bought the cookbook! Thank you, Hawking Bird, Thank you!

Review №3

2023-10-20 02:53:25

It was fine, but the chicken sandwich was really meh. The hoisin did not go with it well… and it was not very crispy. It was just disappointing after all the great reviews.Garlic noodles were good. But they also forgot to bring my tots so I cant say anything about that.

Review №4

2022-09-27 05:21:50

Excellent, excellent. And reasonable prices like $14/15 for an entree. The blistered green beans were nicely spicy and the garlic noodles were satisfying.Michelin star chef/owner, sunny sidewalk dining in dynamic Temescal district.

Review №5

2023-11-17 06:06:34

Im not even kidding when I say the chicken on the BBQ chicken sandwich is the best chicken Ive ever had on a sandwich ever. It was so juicy and the sandwich was incredible. I cannot wait to come back. I cannot recommend highly enough!

Review №6

2018-09-01 23:06:38

Enjoyed the chicken rice bowl and the ahi poke bowl over mixed greens. Both were delicious.I was impressed with the greens because of the variety. I tasted arugula, watercress, and other greens! Really like the watercress.The chicken rice bowl comes with a delicious soy-garlic-bean sauce on the side. The sauce is heavenly! 👍👍Very good selection of 🍺 on tap. I wish I lived closer to this place. I would come here much more often.

Review №7

2018-11-22 03:16:30

Oh my clucking goodness. This place is super tasty and has a great vibe. Came here during the smokepocalypse for a safe haven, and boy did I find one. Deep-fried chicken sammie goodness, tasty tater tots for days, and poached chicken that’s miles better than Rooster and Rice. Their iced coffee was even amazing. What kind of godsend is this place?

Review №8

2021-10-17 05:14:30

Delicious fusion of thai and chicken sandwich. My friends call it Thai Bake Sale Bettys. Not only delicious, but at a very reasonable price, a rarity in the trendy Temescal area.FOOD:(4.5 out of 5) Tofu Sandwich: Wow, a soft fluffy block of tofu breaded and fried. The tofu is from a local tofu manufacturer Hodo, and its not the firm brick-like tofu, but its more silky and fluffy. All around delicious. Comes with a sweet barbecue like sauce on a fluffy brioche type bread.(3 out of 5) Tater tots:Not sure why this is on the menu to be honest. The group got some for the table, and its just the basic tater tot. Comes with sweet and sour sauce or hot chili sauce.OVERALL:Really love this place. A low-key reasonably priced place in Temescal, a rare find in the area. Serves great chicken and tofu sandwiches with a thai twist.

Review №9

2021-02-22 02:14:38

We stopped here for lunch & really enjoyed it. The tofu salad had the absolute best tofu Ive ever eaten. Asked for extra sauces and would highly recommend putting the tamarind sauce on absolutely anything.

Review №10

2023-06-22 23:06:38

First time here. Order at the counter, bus your own table - no frills. Food had good flavor, but my salad was dry (even with dressing). I think if they are going to have dine-in service, then they should have staff to accommodate. Very pleasant people, though!