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Pizza · Parkview · $$
Latin American & Caribbean · The Plant · $
Grilled, teriyaki-glazed chicken served over two scoops of white rice and creamy macaroni salad — the quintessential L&L combo
Latin American & Caribbean · Spartan Keyes · $
Tender chicken thigh glazed in a sweet soy-based teriyaki sauce, char-marked and served over two scoops of rice with mac salad
Latin American & Caribbean · Berryessa · $
Char-grilled chicken thighs with a sweet-savory teriyaki-style glaze, served with two scoops of rice and macaroni salad
BBQ · Cambrian · $
Teriyaki-glazed grilled chicken thighs with caramelized edges, served over two scoops of white rice with macaroni salad
Latin American & Caribbean · Parma · $
Teriyaki-glazed chicken thighs with a sweet char, served over two scoops of rice and mac salad — the defining dish of the Hawaiian plate lunch tradition
Latin American & Caribbean · South San Jose · $
Teriyaki-glazed grilled chicken thighs with a sticky-sweet char — a crowd-pleaser that pairs well with the mac salad
BBQ · Downtown San Jose · $$$
Half or full bird with the same house smoke treatment as the ribs — a solid alternative for those who want BBQ flavor without the red meat
BBQ · The Plant · $$
Slow-smoked half chicken with caramelized skin and juicy interior, often cited as a solid alternative to the ribs
Southern & Soul Food · Del Mar · $$
Halved chicken with smoke-lacquered skin and moist meat underneath, a reliable option if you want a lighter protein
Chinese · South San Jose · $
Grilled teriyaki-glazed chicken thighs with the standard plate lunch accompaniments — reliable and satisfying
BBQ · West Valley · $
Half or quarter portions with a sticky glaze, well-charred and reliably moist for counter-service BBQ
BBQ · Central San Jose · $
Halved or quartered bird with smoke penetration to the bone and crispy skin when fresh off the pit
BBQ · Berryessa · $$
Smoked chicken halves or quarters that absorb the wood flavor well — a lighter option on a meat-heavy menu