KAOKAO Grill
$ • Barbeque, Asian Fusion, Pet Friendly
Hours:
2993 College Ave, Berkeley
(510) 960-0851
About KAOKAO Grill
Customers' Favorites
Cold Cucumber Salad
Kao Kao Sandwich
Kaokao Sandwich
Kaokao Char Siu
Chickpea Curry
Eggplant Salad
Char Siu Plate
Chicken Plate
HK Sandwich
KAOKAO Grill Reviews
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Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 4 - 8:30PM 11:30AM - 3PM |
| Wednesday | 4 - 8:30PM 11:30AM - 3PM |
| Thursday | 11:30AM - 3PM 4 - 8:30PM |
| Friday | 4 - 8:30PM 11:30AM - 3PM |
| Saturday | 4 - 8:30PM 11:30AM - 3PM |
| Sunday | 11:30AM - 3PM 4 - 8:30PM |
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KAOKAO Grill is a fast-casual restaurant known for serving fantastic food with great aromatics and flavor. Their chicken and chickpea dish, along with the char siu pork, have received high praise for the perfectly moist chicken and sticky, sweet, fatty, and meaty BBQ pork. The char siu is celebrated for its tender, clean, and flavorful qualities, with some customers calling it out of this world. The setup may appear sparse, but the decoration is cute, and the staff are friendly and super kind, taking time to chat with guests. Vegetarian options include a cucumber salad that has received mixed reviews, with some finding the spicy and numbing version to be the best they have had in the US. Although some feel the eggplant salad has a strong star anise aroma, others enjoy the variety of flavors. Despite being slightly expensive, the satisfying meals offer good value, especially with cash discounts. Many recommend trying both the pork and chicken dishes, which are cooked perfectly—tender and juicy. While some believe the char siu pork plate is decent but not phenomenal, others consider the combination of American-style barbecue with Asian elements to be excellent. The casual vibe makes it a great neighborhood restaurant for everyday eats, with customers expressing eagerness to return.