"I’m always on the lookout for new fried chicken sandwiches - and the ones coming out of Pimpin Chkn are some of the best I’ve had in recent memory. They’re shining examples of how there’s beauty in simplicity - the sandwich is just coleslaw, a perfectly-fried chicken thigh, and special sauce on a house-made bun. Each element delivers tons of flavor and comes together to make one fantastic, well-balanced sandwich. You can also get a side of three pieces of fried chicken and house sauce, a move I highly endorse. How to order: You can pre-order here or walk up to the Epic Ventures Test Kitchen in Oakland to order takeout. Check their Instagram for hours and updates." - Julia Chen 1