DANVILLE, CALIFORNIA – A simple question an online discussion board about the best fries near Danville turned into a tasty local guide.
Here are the spots 925 residents shouted out, plus what to expect when you go.
Sideboard — Danville & Lafayette
Multiple locals pointed straight to Sideboard, with one calling it the pick for fries near Danville. Sideboard even teases garlic fries on its secret menu, and rotates comfort-food staples across its all-day and evening menus.
Peasant & The Pear — Danville
This longtime downtown Danville favorite earned early love in the thread. If you’re pairing a burger or sandwich with a fry fix, Peasant & The Pear remains a go-to neighborhood pick.
INC 82 Brewing — Dublin
Called out as a sports-bar with “inexplicably great” bar food, INC 82 got specific praise for its fries. Expect a casual scene, house beer, and pub staples; garlic fries show up often in reviews.
Pete’s Brass Rail & Car Wash — Danville
An East Bay standby, Pete’s lets you level up your spuds: curly, sweet potato, or garlic fries all appear on the menu. Locals flagged Pete’s as an obvious choice for a fry-and-burger night.
The Kebab Shop — San Ramon
Shouted out for “excellent fries,” TKS backs it up with multiple fry options, including the fan-favorite Crave Fries topped with garlic yogurt, feta, and pickled red onions, plus protein-topped Kebab Fries.
DareDevil Dogs — San Ramon
Another San Ramon pick, DareDevil Dogs was name-checked for solid dogs and crisp fries. The shop bills its fries as “always crispy,” with beer-cheese fries on the menu for extra indulgence.
Greenery — Walnut Creek
A Walnut Creek local tossed in Greenery as a fry stop; menus and delivery listings back up the reliable pub-grill setup with fries alongside sandwiches, burgers, and fish-and-chips.
Digger’s Diner — Concord
A little farther north, Digger’s earned a mention for classic diner fare, shakes, and a long list of fry variations, from sweet potato to bacon-cheese and ballpark fries.
John’s Char-Burger — Livermore
Livermore locals pointed to John’s for an old-school burger-and-fries run. The Downtown association lists the spot, and delivery menus confirm French fries are a top-ordered side.
Five Guys — Around the 925
Sometimes you want a chain you can count on. One commenter vouched for Five Guys, especially if you’re into heavy seasoning. Cajun or classic, it’s a consistent back-pocket option.
How locals feel about In-N-Out
Even though the original poster likes In-N-Out well-done, several folks weighed in with the classic Bay Area divide over those famously pale shoestrings. If you’re team crispy, try Pete’s curly or garlic fries, DareDevil Dogs’ beer-cheese fries, or The Kebab Shop’s loaded options instead.
Reader Eric K writes in to add: “The fries at Tiki Tom’s are really great and only $5 I think. Decent portion size too. They have a crispy coating and for $1 more you can dip them in aioli that is truly delicious.”
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