We were in Oakland for a concert at the Fox Theater and needed someplace to grab a quick dinner before the show. As we pulled up to park on our way to a Mexican restaurant, I spotted two dudes eating on a park bench. They highly recommended Aburaya. We tried our original place, but they were backed up! We will be back there at a later date! Aburaya specializes in Japanese Fried Chicken if a high quality that is boneless and taste nothing like the Colonel’s! There are a variety of dishes to choose from, mostly with 3-4 pieces of chicken combined with rice and or veggies. My daughter went with the rice bowl which she enjoyed. I went with the Nanban which was essentially a nice mix of greens with tomatoes slices, pickled veggies and 3 pieces of chicken. It was very tasty and nutritious. I recommend you ask for additional sauce/dressing on the side for additional flavor! We also tried their version of Mexican street corn which was yummy! We will be back!

Got 4 wings of Garlic Miso rub, 4 wings of Honey Aioli sauce and a Japanese beer to top it off. Would recommend.

12-30-20: Ordered the tater tots, cauliflower, tofu and fried chicken to go. Everything was super delicious. The tater tots had a delicious BBQ sauce that had a nice kick. The cauliflower was spiced perfectly. The fried tofu hit the spot. Their signature chicken dish met my high expectations! Will definitely be back for more delicious food. I would order everything again because it was so good. But I am dying to try the vegan item (even though I am clearly not vegan). 😀

Excellent selection of Japanese style fried chicken, with many different sauces to choose from. The food was very filling, and the chicken was cooked well done. I would like to try out some more of the sauces over time. We also got steamed Broccoli and that was great too - not too soft, not too hard with a nice delicate sauce on it. In the store they have a superb selection of beers and sake to accompany your take-out order. You can even buy Aburaya themed merchandise as well.

The sauce is delicious and the perfect amount of spicy, the bread has the exact amount of crunch that it should have, they sell good beers, and they pack the plate. All you need at a good chicken spot. Plus, you could order it as takeout and then go to the Secret Garden on top of the Kaiser Center parking garage. Highly recommend.

So good! The amount of food you get for the price alone is generous. The quality makes it incredible. I usually order the wasabi kick four piece with greens and I have enough for lunch and dinner, for less than $15. The chicken is breaded in God knows what, I think some kind of rice flour combo, but its extremely crunchy, even after being tossed in the sauce, and it retains so much juiciness in the chicken. The slaw is very good. And they have local beers and drinks to buy as well. The ranch they make is AMAZING, its not normal ranch. Its something else magical. Very consistent, every time I go its great. Never a bad experience. 5 stars no contest.

I might be late since this place has been around and it’s so cool and I only got to check it out last week . The chicken is A-M-A-Z-I-N-G !! We got 8 pieces that comes with choice of two flavors and sides of salad and rice . The amount of food we good was pretty good. I was full , and mind you I’m never full 😂 I got the jelly peach sake , the flavor was reallyyy good . The side of fresh cabbage was my favorite part . The guys that work there are also really cool ! Very informative. I definitely have new favorite in Oakland !! This is a must try ! Must visit

This place is indeed a legit fried chicken place. The karaage style fried chicken came in big pieces, so they are crispy from outside and juicy inside. There are many options for sauces and dried seasonings. I forgot what we tried but it was great. The spot is also cool with their own alcohol as well. Cool vibe and great food. I would love to come back and eat again.

This place was recommended by a friend so went to try it for lunch. Ordered ahead so wouldn't have to wait much. It was very busy. The online menu is more expensive than the in person one. We noticed it was a $1 more for each menu item. I guess it's the price for not having to wait 🤷‍♀️. Ordered the Oyakodon and some Japanese curry on the side. The food overall was very good and flavorful and a very large portion too. The curry powder was also very good, added the whole thing to my meal. The chicken pieces were large and perfectly cooked. Definitely will be going back. It's more of a takeout place. They have one table inside and 2 tall tables that seat 2 ppl each outside.

The main staple. The chicken was dry, hard and unseasoned. The rice was also bland. The best part of the meal was the salad. Place definitely missed the mark on fried chicken period.

They have only a couple tables inside and a couple more outside in front, none of which have chairs. The rest of the store is filled with merchandise. I ordered the fried tofu which took about 10 minutes to prepare. The tofu was flavored decently, but the cabbage it came with was plain.

Came here for dinner last night… and now it’s going to be my go to place!! Everything was absolutely delicious and came out quick and piping hot. We ordered the garlic miso and the shichimi chicken, as well as the fried vegetable hearts, edamame, and jalapeños. I wish the jalapeños had some seasoning or even a different sauce, rather than the miso ranch that comes with the chicken (which was really good! But it’d be nice to have other options). It was really affordable for the quality and quantity of what you get - 4 chicken pieces each were plenty for us. Highly recommend!!

I ordered the oyakodon, and it was decent. It came with a side salad. They announce your name over the speaker when your order is ready, so pay attention to that. They have all sorts of interesting furniture to sit on if you dine in. We sat on the couch and the little puff stools, and though it's cute to look at, it wasn't comfortable to sit there and eat.

This is my favorite restaurant in Oakland. I usually get the fried chicken rice bowl, and I've tried most of the different sauces/seasonings and enjoyed them all.

Everything was delicious and the food came out pretty quick and very fresh. Only issue was that we ordered too much! The chicken is whole skinless boneless thighs so a 4 piece is good for one person unless you’re starving then get an 8 piece.

Great oyakodon portions and love the variety of content inside for sale (liquor, liquor sets, merch). A few standing tables inside and outside. Quick service and convenient for a quick meal before an event at Fox Theater. Other friends got the 8pc and loco moco and both sounded good.

Fried chicken was flavorful with orange sauce and garlic miso powder. It was a bit on the dry side but it tasted good with the salad and its creamy dressing. Love love the green onion oil tofu. Refreshing!

I really want to like this place more. The food is amazing but something is always missing or changed whenever I pick up my order. It's just seasoned fried chicken and rice ( If rice is even an option for you) . Paying $23 for 8 pieces of fried chicken and having to go home and make your own rice because you didn't get the option to choose it really sucks. I just never leave happy despite how much I want to. Good food. Good beer. Cool vibe but could use some organization

Tried 4 of their sauces/flavors (Karashi Honey, Garlic Miso, Orange Honey, and Japanese Curry). Flavors were overall underwhelming or lacking (could barely taste the dry rubs), and chicken was consistently dry. Not worth the price and plenty of better fried chicken places around.

A classic, unique Oakland spot. They have their own collaboration beer with a local brewery that you can only get there. The chicken is exceptionally tender. The hottest sauces are LEGIT face melting and eye watering, so beware. Medium is where it's at. Go solo, or bring a couple friends. It's a good time.

Aburaya in Oakland serves up a mouthwatering Fried Chicken Sando that is a true delight. Crispy fried chicken on Texas toast, paired with avocado, greens, onion, tomato, slaw, and their famous Aburaya BBQ sauce, creates a harmonious fusion of flavors. The tender chicken, creamy avocado, and zesty slaw come together perfectly, while the BBQ sauce adds a smoky sweetness. This sandwich showcases Aburaya's culinary creativity and expertise, making it a must-try for fried chicken enthusiasts seeking a unique twist.