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A friend took me to Bakesale Betty's today for her signature Fried Chicken Sandwich. OMFG, What a yummy, sinful sandwich.
Not the healthiest meal I've devoured, but it's (almost) worth clogging the arteries for. Looks like they have some yummy desert treats as well as a fun, friendly staff.
You can't miss 'Betty,' (her real name is Alison) she wears a neon blue wig and speaks with a faint Australian accent.
They're located at 5098 Telegraph Ave in Oakland ~ the south/east corner of Telegraph and 51st.
I'm warning you, prepare yourself for a sinful treat!
A friend took me to Bakesale Betty's today for her signature Fried Chicken Sandwich. OMFG, What a yummy, sinful sandwich.
Not the healthiest meal I've devoured, but it's (almost) worth clogging the arteries for. Looks like they have some yummy desert treats as well as a fun, friendly staff.
You can't miss 'Betty,' (her real name is Alison) she wears a neon blue wig and speaks with a faint Australian accent.
They're located at 5098 Telegraph Ave in Oakland ~ the south/east corner of Telegraph and 51st.
I'm warning you, prepare yourself for a sinful treat!
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Fri, March 9, 2007 - 6:01 PMwe were just in there today for cookies. Cookies are only $1, and they are fantastic! I especially love the big chewy ginger cookies.
They also make the best scones, IMO. Again, ginger/pear scones are to die for.
Love the chicken sandwich, but if I go get lunch in that area, it's to go to La Calaca Loca on the opposite corner, so I haven't had one of those sandwiches in a long time.
Betty's doesn't have an extensive menu, but what they do, they do well. the place is crawling with happy staff, "tables" consist of stools, ironing boards, and milk crates. -
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Thu, March 15, 2007 - 9:59 AMjust a comment on La Calaca Loca. I haven't had all that great experieces there. I really want that place to rock because I live nearby, but their vegetarian options aren't all that great; I found my vegetarian burrito to be mostly shredded cabbage, and pretty bland. I'm stoked to hear that their other options are better though, that area needs more cool, quick places to eat! -
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Thu, March 15, 2007 - 10:20 AMi think the best thing there is there corn (with the mexican cheese/mayo and chili)
yumm.
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Sat, June 2, 2007 - 11:21 PMYeah, La Calaca Loca's veggie burritos suck.
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Fri, March 9, 2007 - 7:49 PMYeah I love Bakesale Betty. It's in my hood and so hard to resist. If you are ever in the area, stop by and try just about anything there. You'll love it.
Tammy
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Tue, March 13, 2007 - 12:12 PMmmmm i love their egg salad sandwichs - with pickled red onions; d'lish!!!
they make the best latte's i can find, doesn't have the burnt stale flavor i find everywhere -
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Thu, March 15, 2007 - 8:48 AMI'm a latte' fiend, but I'd never had one there. Since they're more or less on my way to work, I thought I'd check their latte's out.
you are so right. They are fantastic!! Perfect foam (even on a nonfat), and not burnt milk or coffee.
I also deviated from the norm to get a rhubarb-orange scone (I usually get pear-ginger). Haven't tried it yet, but it sounds so interesting!
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Sun, March 18, 2007 - 10:26 PMI am now intrigued about their egg salad. There is only one place I get egg salad sandwiches, Jonathans in Alameda. I so love their egg salad and cream of broccoli soup, on wednesdays. My boyfriend lives just around the corner from Bakesale Betty, I think it's finally time to try it while he still lives there.
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Wed, March 14, 2007 - 12:36 PMi just realized this place a few weeks ago.....those ginger cookies are thE BOMB! and those sandwiches are freaking good, BUT they are definately fattening....i should try there egg salad one next time...yummmmmm......
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Wed, March 14, 2007 - 7:36 PMTheir lemon bars are divine!
I don't know if they still do this but they have had a booth at the Temescal Farmer's Market (Sunday mornings in the parking lot of the DMV on Claremont), too.
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Mon, April 9, 2007 - 12:22 PMjust went back.....and i got a rhubarb orange scone again and they gave me a free rhubarb slice of pie!!!! just for the heck of it!!!
I also thought the lady was being sweet for only charging 2$ for a soy latte, but they did it again, a 2$ freakin latte people! and its so good! i love this place so much...and i have been meaning to get a "chicken pot pie" to go..which i will next time...yummmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm -
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Tue, April 17, 2007 - 4:15 PMOMG -- their fried chicken sandwich was very good.. YUM!! I enjoyed their deliciously seasoned sliced cabbage vingarette with a hit of spiceness.
I tried out their oatmeal, lemon bar and their ginger cookie... DELICIOUS!!! -
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Sat, April 28, 2007 - 11:02 PMjust a photo for those unfamiliar with their delicious sandwich.. :)
eastbayrestaurants.tribe.net/pho...8324 -
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Thu, August 2, 2007 - 2:31 PMI mowed one of these for lunch today and shazam it really hit the spot!
mmmmmmm fat & happy am I -
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Thu, August 2, 2007 - 3:17 PMdid you all catch the sfgate article which has the recipe to those sandwiches?
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Thu, August 2, 2007 - 4:58 PMyeah i was stunned she shared her recipie-------- sometimes cooks will share a simular version of their signature dish with others -
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Thu, August 2, 2007 - 6:03 PMcheck out the calorie count! yikes! -
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Thu, August 2, 2007 - 6:48 PMI tried to ignore that part ;) -
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Thu, August 2, 2007 - 6:56 PMeverything in moderation. :)
i can't wait to try one. -
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Fri, August 3, 2007 - 9:40 PMI saw an article about Bakesale Betty in NY Times also. Too bad I can't get it online. Bummer.
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Fri, August 3, 2007 - 11:16 PMthere are worse ways to meet your maker :) -
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Sat, August 4, 2007 - 2:55 PMi've tried going there twice now for an afternoon sandwich and they've been completely sold out. next time i'll shoot for 10 a.m.
the nectarine pie is very good!
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Tue, May 22, 2007 - 12:12 AMshe used to come to the farmers market in Walnut Creek. my gf and i would get her fig pudding with Carmel sauce, which was just unbelievable. if i recall correctly, Betty (Allison, if you will) is from New Zeland. -
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Sat, August 4, 2007 - 9:04 PMI'd believe it - her accent is noticeable.... she makes such an adorable character between the blue wig, big smile, and "down under" lilt to her voice
Everything we've ever gotten there has been really good,tho I have yet try her infamous sandwich ;-) -
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Sun, August 5, 2007 - 9:24 PMjeez----driving by the other day her store was absolutely packed, all the table and chairs outside were filled, and there was this HUGE line down the block. obvioulsy she must be doing something right. -
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Tue, August 28, 2007 - 10:45 PMnot much to add---
i finally had their famous chicken sandwich and a slice of banana bread. . .soo tasty so what if my chest felt a little "tight" while eating? all i did was pop a nitroglycerin and continue my feast!
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Tue, September 11, 2007 - 3:52 PMI remember Betty from about 3 years ago when i first moved to the Bay Area. She would be at our Farmers Market and before i could even think about what I wanted she would stuff me with multiple samples and Id walk away with much more than I intended. Wonderful.
The store on Telegraph is equally wonderful. Her chicken sandwich was recently profiled in the Chronicle - sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi -
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Tue, September 11, 2007 - 4:36 PMSo great! I had lunch there the other day!! And the peach almond scones!!
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