Deep Fried Twinkie
Summer Sweets

Summer Sweets

2370 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, United States

Desserts • American • Fast Food • Specialty Food


"Sometimes the most spontaneous visits to certain places can be the best. And this is exactly what I experienced when visiting Endless Summer Sweets . They name all in itself sounds like either a candy shop or bakery. But it is actually neither. They are more focused on fair/carnival type food where you could get deep-fried Oreos, deep-fried Twinkies, funnel cakes, caramel apples, and ice cream as well as hand-dipped corn dogs and grilled hot dogs. Located directly on Shattuck Ave. and tucked in between Durant Ave/Channing Way in the heart of Berkeley, Endless Summer Sweets (which is open year round) has been serving the East Bay community ever since 2009. As I mentioned in the previous paragraph, I came here on a whim since I didn 't want a full-on meal and more of a snack to fill me up. I arrived at around 7:30pm on the evening of 10/16/21 and as expected, there was a long line of people waiting to get their comfort food. Which is a good sign since I knew I would be in for something good. I ended up ordering their Chicken Apple Grilled Hot Dog (for $5.00) complete with a small soda and a Mini Funnel Cake complete with powdered sugar strawberries (for $6.00). Total time it took was a rather quick 10 minutes even though there were nonstop customers in here. My hot dog arrives first and I was very impressed with the toasted hot dog bun and large portions they offered. I completed dressing this up with mustard, mayo, ketchup, relish. As far as the funnel cake, this was very delicious and 5-star worthy. It was so good I didn 't even take a photo of it (which is a cardinal sin for me since I ALWAYS try to snap a picture) prior to eating it. It definitely had that state fair taste to it and is something I could literally enjoy eating year-round. The interior of this place is fun, lively, and actually offers ample seating for families and couples. All in all, Endless Summer Sweets is an excellent above-average place that I highly recommend. The selection of sugary sweets in addition to cotton candy and popcorn is a place kids will love. And the hot dog/corn dog selection is sure to please people of all ages. When you factor in the ambiance, experience, customer service, prices, and quality of food, I would have to rate Endless Summer Sweets an above average four stars."

Mother Clucker's

Mother Clucker's

5200 N Elston Ave, 60630, Chicago, United States

Food • Burgers • Kitchen • Chicken


"I have driven past this place multiple times, I can’t believe I’ve never stopped! I have been to many chicken places, including many that made that supposed top 10 list of best chicken places in Chicago, this is easily in my top two or three. When I first walked in I was met by a cheerful and bubbly young lady at the counter. Behind her was an equally enthusiastic gentleman waiting in the kitchen area for her to send him my order. The customer service experience was exceptional, I was absolutely shocked when I saw that a four piece dinner with two sides was just over $10. The chicken was easily some of the BEST , JUICIEST chicken I’ve ever had that included the breast which in my experience is usually dry) I was a little wary when I saw that the mashed potatoes did not have any gravy, But to my surprise they were incredibly creamy, flavorful and moist!I absolutely give this place five stars as far as their service, customer service and the quality and taste of their food. Even though I have to admit there was one side that was awful, but this goes to show just how amazing everything else was that I am still willing to give this place five stars. I was not able to finishThe macaroni and cheese, but I did not go there for the macaroni and cheese, and I will absolutely be going here in the future! I will drive past three different fried chicken places to eat here !!"