What to order at Town Biscuits

Must order
Fried chicken biscuit sandwich with pimento cheese.
Editor tip
Order ahead for pickup; the line snaps to the corner on weekends. Chili-dusted home fries are the under-rated side.
CuisineSoul Food
Price$$
Neighborhooduptown
HoursThu-Sun 08:00-13:00
Last verified

Must order: Fried chicken biscuit sandwich with pimento cheese.

Tip: Order ahead for pickup; the line snaps to the corner on weekends. Chili-dusted home fries are the under-rated side.

Location

Address: 434 25th Street, Oakland, CA 94612

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