"An East Oakland staple for going on over a decade now, Chai Thai is the standard bearer for casual, unfussy East Bay Thai. The pork leg stew, served over noodles or rice, is especially comforting. Don’t miss the smattering of Lao dishes on the menu too — the Lao-style khao soi, the fermented sausage, and the selection of larbs. During shelter in place, the Hayward, Berkeley, and original Oakland locations of this local mini-chain are all offering a killer takeout beer special: six mix-and-match bottles of Singha or Beer Lao (including hard-to-find Beer Lao Dark) for $15. Call in or order via Caviar or Postmates." - Luke Tsai
