University Taqueria has taken over the location and restaurant formally known as El Pollo Picante (relocated/renamed as Cal’s Fried Chicken and Burgers). Here at University Taqueria we focus on serving authentic, always fresh and always made fresh to order Mexican taqueria style cuisine. Come try our variety of meat and vegetarian options. Pickup and delivery available.
Based on 45 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 stars. Price
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
2021 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
Phone: (510) 500-5850
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Hours
| Friday | 10:30 AM–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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10:30 AM–7:30 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 10:30 AM–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM–7:30 PM |
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Reviews
Jacob Goldstein
While the chicken is of high quality and the fries are awesome, I’ve never been so underwhelmed by “spicy” food before.
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Joe Riley
Yep, still Fried chicken sandwich Nirvana! Sure they are listed as #33 in the state, that makes them #1 in Berkeley. Sandwich w/fries or just without. Any questions? Buy their sandwich. Wake up, Walk up, and fill ur belly with pollo picante 🙂
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Alan Zhu
Best chicken sandwich I’ve ever had in my life! Chicken nacho fries and waffle sandwich were superb as well, and all the portions are very generous! Super friendly staff and fast service. A must try!
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Fernando Seminario
Firstly, the location on google maps should be updated. They moved across the street.
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Hunter McKee
Stopped by and was able to try a few items off the menu and IT DID NOT disappoint! Restaurant was clean, staff was very friendly and the food was great! One of the better options in downtown Berkeley! This spot will not disappoint – Highly recommend.
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Michael Horne
Oh…my…gawd. If you love fried chicken, walk…no, RUN here and order their chicken sammie and fries. Two giant pieces of chicken that are crispy, crunchy and spicy all at once. Definitely the best chicken I’ve had in a very long time. Highly recommended!
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Emily Spradlin
Delicious spicy chicken sandwich! The single breast was the perfect amount for me. It wasn’t very spicy, but had a nice kick to it. Definitely coming back! Take out only though.
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Jacob Pilawa
Top 3 food in Berkeley. Phenomenal chicken quesadillas, sandwiches, wings and more. Their sauces are amazing too
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Matt Menezes
LOVE the spicy fried chicken sandwich, and was unsurprised to learn the fried chicken wrap and tenders are also the bomb. I always get a side of onion rings and every sauce they have – don’t miss their spicy honey!
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Sean
I have been wanting to go here for so long after seeing all the amazing pictures of their food. Today I finally made that happen and I was not disappointed. I placed my order with Lupe and she was very friendly and helpful considering I placed a large 4 person order right as they opened. After about 10-15 minutes she comes out with two bags packed with food. I was so impressed with the quantity of food they provide for very affordable prices. But the wow doesn’t stop there. Me and my friends open our boxed up food and there is mounds of fries, like a literal mound. Their french fries are some of the best I have ever had. Perfection! We are all so blown away by the quality of food El Pollo Picante offers and we haven’t even got to the main course. Two of my friends got the spicy chicken wrap and me and another friend got the double spicy chicken sandwhich. The wraps are basically super burritos stuffed with crispy chopped chicken. And don’t get it confused that there is a bunch of filler and then a few pieces of chicken here and there. This thing is STUFFED with chicken. Then you have the double chicken sandwhich. Where do I start?!? The fresh brioche bun that still has flour on the bottom, or the massive fresh crispy chicken strips, or their homemade spicy sauce. I mean I know I have gone on a rant here, but this place is legit the best chicken sandwhich spot I have ever been to in every way possible. If they keep doing what they are doing, I will be a customer for life!!!
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