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“I was craving a good ramen for such a long time, and omg this place did not disappoint. We landed up reaching there a little after lunch time and still the staff was so nice and helpful. I ordered the tonkotsu tan tan ramen medium spicy (level 2) and it was soooooo delicious. I enjoyed each and every bite. The other person with me had the spicy miso pork chachsu ramen with level 3 spice. It came piping hot and hit the spot.
The ambiance was very warm and welcoming. Nice light music and great lighting.
I would recommend this place for a nice ramen experience, especially when they are so quick with their service. You will enjoy every morsel.
I am definitely coming back here for more ramen and trying other dishes. Looking forward to next time!”
“Our new favorite spot! No lines or 45 minute waits for mediocre food like the surrounding restaurants”
“I eat at a lot of different Korean restaurants, and it's rare for me to enjoy every single banchan, so Kong Sarang stands out in this regard. The main dishes were also pretty good, so overall very happy with my meal.”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“My family and I come here often! Our go to order is the Stir-fried green beans, spicy grilled fish, and the dry pot sichuan spicy chicken. It has a lot of flavor if you like to eat spicy sichuan flavor, this is the place to go!”
“If you would like to make the best use of your money at this place, go on a weekday for lunch because its gonna be $25. For that price its 100% totally worth it and possibly the best hot pot to try.
Worth eating: Beef, Shrimp, fish fillets, Veggies, fruits and the soup. Just these are easily worth $25 bucks plus you get a great experience.
Rest are filler meat, frozen meat and Dessert is quite bad. There’s chicken and lamb too
Beef is possibly the only meat that I really liked here. The only thing I disliked is that we need to ask the server to bring it as we cannot pick it up ourselves. One bowl has one thin strip in it. They get two at once for a single person. The server would most likely judge you if you order a lot which I found a bit awkward as there is only one server on weekdays
Most of the other meat is frozen. Also, don’t expect high quality cut here because it’s only 25 bucks but its pretty great for the prize. Plus its a very large restaurant.
5 stars for weekdays lunch
4 stars if for weekend dinner
Service is 5 star
Server/Owner lady is very kind and sweet”
“I like the quality of their ramen. The portion, the thickness of the char siew and the onsen egg, delicious! If i can suggest one thing, it will the hotness of the soup. They have to serve it piping hot and it will be bring heaven to earth. We ate there today and the soup is just warm.. so maybe next time i visit here i hope they will make it more hot. Thanks!”
Restaurants with Delivery
“This place is about a mile off the main freeway. It's a small little hole in the wall buger joint. They do breakfast and pastrami sandwiches among other things. They are fast and super friendly. The food is super great, and the give you large portions. This is a must do if you're on the burger trail on the 880 freeway.”
“I was craving a good ramen for such a long time, and omg this place did not disappoint. We landed up reaching there a little after lunch time and still the staff was so nice and helpful. I ordered the tonkotsu tan tan ramen medium spicy (level 2) and it was soooooo delicious. I enjoyed each and every bite. The other person with me had the spicy miso pork chachsu ramen with level 3 spice. It came piping hot and hit the spot.
The ambiance was very warm and welcoming. Nice light music and great lighting.
I would recommend this place for a nice ramen experience, especially when they are so quick with their service. You will enjoy every morsel.
I am definitely coming back here for more ramen and trying other dishes. Looking forward to next time!”
“A friend suggested this place to me yesterday so of course I had to pop in to check it out. I walked in and immediately noticed how clean it was. Not only was the owner there, but he was super friendly and told me and my daughter about how he makes the ice cream himself with the help of his wife. I really don't think I've tried creamier ice cream. Was VERY impressed with everything about this place and will be coming back with family and telling friends to go here as well!”
“Decent restaurant that is very quick with their service.
It felt like each dish tasted just about the same. The wontons and the spicy beef noddle tasted very similar in that the broth was the same. The dumpling and the beef weren’t season too much.
The pork knuckle rice was really good. I enjoyed that very much.”
“Good place to take big groups, went with 11 family member on a Friday night for dinner and they accommodated well. The seafood tastes fresh and the portions are good.
The garlic noodles are a must try.
On the weekdays it's not busy for lunch and they have a great happy hour menu, M-F 2-5pm.
Oysters are fresh and creamy. Edemame came in a big sharing portion.
I like the shrimp and fish tacos, only on the happy hour menu.
The chicken can be dry sometimes but the flavors are good.”
“Me encantó si lo recomiendo 👍🏻”
Outdoor Dining
“If you would like to make the best use of your money at this place, go on a weekday for lunch because its gonna be $25. For that price its 100% totally worth it and possibly the best hot pot to try.
Worth eating: Beef, Shrimp, fish fillets, Veggies, fruits and the soup. Just these are easily worth $25 bucks plus you get a great experience.
Rest are filler meat, frozen meat and Dessert is quite bad. There’s chicken and lamb too
Beef is possibly the only meat that I really liked here. The only thing I disliked is that we need to ask the server to bring it as we cannot pick it up ourselves. One bowl has one thin strip in it. They get two at once for a single person. The server would most likely judge you if you order a lot which I found a bit awkward as there is only one server on weekdays
Most of the other meat is frozen. Also, don’t expect high quality cut here because it’s only 25 bucks but its pretty great for the prize. Plus its a very large restaurant.
5 stars for weekdays lunch
4 stars if for weekend dinner
Service is 5 star
Server/Owner lady is very kind and sweet”
“I like the quality of their ramen. The portion, the thickness of the char siew and the onsen egg, delicious! If i can suggest one thing, it will the hotness of the soup. They have to serve it piping hot and it will be bring heaven to earth. We ate there today and the soup is just warm.. so maybe next time i visit here i hope they will make it more hot. Thanks!”
“Service was fast and friendly. It was very clean and safe inside. The lime ice cream was yummy, right amount of sweet and tart flavor. My husband loved the Uchepos too but didn’t get pics of either because they ate too fast. I got the fresas con crema and added mango to it and it was sooo good.”
“The environment is clean and comfortable, with a nice atmosphere. The service was excellent — the staff were friendly and attentive, and the food was served promptly. The dishes were delicious, the ingredients were fresh, and the portions were generous. Overall, we had a great experience and will definitely come back again!”
“We sat outside and enjoyed the carne asada and al pastor tacos. Our order came with chips and salsa verde. Everything was so good! You get so much meat so it’s worth the price. The Al pastor is so delicious and there’s a lot of cut pineapple so you get some in every bite. Will definitely go back!”
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We had such a wonderful experience here! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt welcoming and inviting. Not only did we get to enjoy some of the best drinks we’ve had in a long time, but we also had the pleasure of meeting the owner, who was incredibly kind, hospitable, and passionate about what they do.
We tried a variety of drinks, and each one was fantastic in its own way—refreshing, flavorful, and clearly made with quality ingredients and care. You can really tell that thought and creativity go into each recipe. Every sip left us impressed and already talking about which ones we want to try on our next visit.
What made the experience even more special was the genuine hospitality. The owner took the time to chat with us, share some background on the drinks, and make sure we felt right at home. It’s rare to find that level of connection and pride in both the product and the people who walk through the door, but this place has it in spades.
All in all, this was more than just grabbing a drink—it was an experience. If you’re looking for a spot that serves fantastic drinks and makes you feel like family, this is the place. We’ll definitely be coming back again and again. Highly recommend!”
“If you want fast food, as well as authentic Mexican, this is the place!
The food preparation time was excellent, the lobby was clean with an upbeat atmosphere (and good music), and the food was delicious. And while that is enough to make a uniquely enjoyable experience, that isn't what stood out.
I'm traveling from out of state and my card was malfunctioning. Elizabeth were completely understanding that I left my password book at the hotel, which I needed to get into the app. They started making my food and were kind and positive about me leaving for 15 minutes to go back to my room. I had to call customer service and when I got back to the register I was still on the phone. Ruby had my exact order on the register before I even thought to specify, was incredibly polite, while I tried my card two more times while and patient with me while I was on the phone with rudely split attention. I got it working (I apparently had to tap it instead of inserting it) and we laughed about the silliness of it all.
I sat down and my food was out almost immediately. I forgot to specify green sauce on my enchiladas and Elizabeth offered to make them again. I was floundering because it was my fault and I felt bad, but she laughed and insisted it was fine.
I ate the Tijuana taco with asada and added the green sauce, which was delicious. The new enchiladas were out in like two minutes and I loved them.
I grew up in the area (and traveled to Mexico several times), so I am particular about my Mexican cuisine. It was great. I recommend the horchara. The only thing that wasn't immaculate was the tortilla chips, which were a little hard, but they let me try every salsa so they ended up being really good anyways!
Either way, 10/10 recommend!”
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“The environment is clean and comfortable, with a nice atmosphere. The service was excellent — the staff were friendly and attentive, and the food was served promptly. The dishes were delicious, the ingredients were fresh, and the portions were generous. Overall, we had a great experience and will definitely come back again!”
“Great food & service. Highly recommended to all . Clean & pleasant ambiance.”
“We had our family dinner here and enjoyed the food and ambience. Their service was great. They brought shearers for our table and helped my young daughter with her sweatshirt. We enjoyed the jellyfish, fish with shepherds purse, and shengjian bao. The skin of the xiaolongbao was a little thick, but the flavor was good.”
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“Me encantó si lo recomiendo 👍🏻”
“Stopped by for some vegan dinner. We had the vegan momo, tofu noodle soup and tofu curry. Food was good, the front desk guy was super friendly and helpful when we ordered. It is a take away place, but they have some tables if you want to eat there (we sat down for dinner)..
Vegetarian options: Vegan and vegetarian options”
“Papaya Thai is a Bay Area treasure. My wife and I stumbled upon it while looking for a good place to have lunch after running an errand in Newark. We had Lamb Yellow Curry Stew and Pad Thai with Shrimp. The lamb was perfectly cooked in a rich yellow curry with potatoes and carrots. The meat was as tender as you can possibly imagine. The Pad Thai was mixed with a sweet sauce that was slightly sticky, which I like so the noodles adhere to each other. I don’t know if this is traditional, but really like Pad Thai like that.”
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“The service is just from being overwhelmed from called in orders. Impatient people not used to waiting for cooked food, it’s not microwaved food and it’s quality so you can’t argue, many restaurants are microwaved with frozen meat which makes a hard center, this place actually cooks with skill where it’s made right for health, it not oily it’s protein from the meat.”
“I accidentally placed a take out order to a different Taos Fresh location on Doordash. It was figured out while I pick up. They called the other location to verify and fulfilled my order in this store. I really appreciate the flexibility and friendliness.”
“Probably the best filipino restaurant I have eaten in all of California, hands down. Super fast service and the food was amazing. Staff was nice and the area is nice. I hear they have bands on Friday nights too!!!”
24 Hour Restaurants
“Came with a big group and everyone loved their broth. I tried the house special and it was a nice blend of spice and flavor. Wagyu beef all around and very happy. Will definitely come back 😎”
“Had to wait for a table, service was fast, and food was delicious and so many good things to choose from in their menu. Loved the breeze board and country fried steak.”
“Beyond average but missing some to push it to GOAT territory. The dining experience is very Chinese, from the way you order to how they structure the menu to how the dishes are served I feel like I'm back in PRC. Which could be good or bad depending on person. I ordered the signature spicy noodle combo. I agree with other reviewers that the noodles are the weakest link they are way too soft and wimpy. The soup base is good with the distinct spicy profile but the ingredients in there doesn't really get the taste integrated, they all just fell flat. Prices are on the slightly expensive side but portions are big, two people of average appetite could easily share a combo, and they have a condiments aisle you can add cilantro peanuts or whatever unlimited. Kinda weird for the noodles tho since they are already heavily seasoned, it's more of a hotpot thing. But I added some fried peanuts into my noodles nonetheless. Service was OK and vibe is family / locals.”
Takeout Restaurants
“Good place to take big groups, went with 11 family member on a Friday night for dinner and they accommodated well. The seafood tastes fresh and the portions are good.
The garlic noodles are a must try.
On the weekdays it's not busy for lunch and they have a great happy hour menu, M-F 2-5pm.
Oysters are fresh and creamy. Edemame came in a big sharing portion.
I like the shrimp and fish tacos, only on the happy hour menu.
The chicken can be dry sometimes but the flavors are good.”
“Visited here in may 2026 later in the afternoon and she was stocked up on all the Samoan staples you would expect in a Samoan suppa (plate). We pretty much got one of everything on the menu and they were all delicious. Being from Australia and Polynesian it was interesting to try out how American polys take on Samoan dishes and I can safely say this place was on point! Standouts for me were the sapa sui, the bbq mamoe (lamb) and the oka ia (raw fish). Service was also great Juanita was friendly, warm and welcoming. Great job 👍🏾”
“Beyond average but missing some to push it to GOAT territory. The dining experience is very Chinese, from the way you order to how they structure the menu to how the dishes are served I feel like I'm back in PRC. Which could be good or bad depending on person. I ordered the signature spicy noodle combo. I agree with other reviewers that the noodles are the weakest link they are way too soft and wimpy. The soup base is good with the distinct spicy profile but the ingredients in there doesn't really get the taste integrated, they all just fell flat. Prices are on the slightly expensive side but portions are big, two people of average appetite could easily share a combo, and they have a condiments aisle you can add cilantro peanuts or whatever unlimited. Kinda weird for the noodles tho since they are already heavily seasoned, it's more of a hotpot thing. But I added some fried peanuts into my noodles nonetheless. Service was OK and vibe is family / locals.”
“I haven't been to ihop in almost 6 years. This morning i got an omelette and potatoes and stack of pancakes. The food was honestly ok I didnt care for it but the pancakes are great but I got seated by a really nice girI didn't pick up her name but she asked me how my day was and complimented my outfit. I could tell she was busy but she was super nice anyway.”
“Ask the bartender for the lychee martini, it’s so good!!!! Only 1 star docked because the food itself was a bit overpriced. Basically, get a drink here but pass on the food!”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“We had our family dinner here and enjoyed the food and ambience. Their service was great. They brought shearers for our table and helped my young daughter with her sweatshirt. We enjoyed the jellyfish, fish with shepherds purse, and shengjian bao. The skin of the xiaolongbao was a little thick, but the flavor was good.”
“So far I found Rays Sushi is the best Japanese restaurant in my area. Ray originally opened in Hayward , then they moved to Newark a few years ago. We followed Ray to Newark. After about a year , closed again and relocated to Lion Plaza , Newark. We then return to Ray so many times. Now during pandemic, I ordered sushi to go more often. They have a management team to reply email, answering questions, they take care of my order correctly , great job done every time. Quality of food still as good as dine in. two thumbs up”
“Been coming here for 15 years. Food consistently good. Prices are cheap. They remember who I am and remember my orders. I can order ahead of time and when I show up, the food is ready! :)
One of the few restaurants that still serve FREE tea!
And free soup (hot and sour, beef broth, corn soup) depending on the day you arrive. Can’t remember if this also applies to lunch but for dinner, a free soup bowl for each person
Plenty of parking. Accepts credit or cash
When my kids were under 5 yrs, I use to come here and they did their homework and then we ate. They never complained
I see other reviews about rude servers. There are two who have been here 20 plus years. One doesn’t speak English very well, gosh, give this mom and pop place a break!
And one reviewer says she came here 15 yrs and one bad experience after 15 yrs, they now get 1 star…sad…what happened to the other 15 yrs??”
“So....ended up at this place after going to a concert at Levi Stadium, heading home to the North Bay and needing some extra late night dinner. If you like Korean food the place won't disappoint. Had the army stew, which my 17 year old son had been wanting to try for a while now, plus some kimchi rice, short rib stew and a bowl of spicy edamame that the server brought us as a free treat. Service was amazing, especially for an after midnight visit. Next time we have to try Andy's fries because I saw someone at the table next to us order them and I'll he honest, they looked like late night foodie heaven.”
“We couldn’t believe this super delicious cakes had was actually eggless!
It was my son’s birthday, and since he has an egg allergy, I was looking for a bakery that offered eggless cakes and came across Amia Bakery. We decided to give it a try and ordered a 6-inch raspberry chocolate cake.
We were honestly so impressed. The chocolate cake was soft, moist, and delicious, and the whipped cream was light and just the right amount of sweet without being too rich. Everyone at the party loved it and kept saying how good it was.
The staff were also very friendly and helpful. I asked if they could make the cake less sweet, and they were able to accommodate my request, which I really appreciated.
We’re so happy we found Amia Bakery. It’s not easy to find a great eggless cake, and this one exceeded our expectations. We’ll definitely be ordering from them again!”
“We definitely recommend Timog Restaurant! Laid back atmosphere and nice ambiance. We had their squid appetizer, bangus sisig, fried lumpia, grilled bangus, kare2 volcano and the humongous todo na halo2. The servings were generous and the staff were Uber friendly. Had a wonderful time! A must visit and will be back to try out their other food. Panalo baby! Taralets punta n rin kau! 😊👍🙌👏🍽️”
Cheap Eats
“Awesome sandwiches and very friendly service ! The ruben was delish and the broccoli cheddar soup good also ! Will definitely go back again ! I forgot my pickle though, darn ! Was chatting so much with the friendly lady up front, I totally forgot to make sure they gave it to me ! Oh well, next time ! I'm hoping business is good for them and they can stay for a long time !”
“Nice little place to get together with a coworker. Food was good. Everything was presented very well. Maybe a little low on the spices or salts. There was something not the best but I'll have to return and give them another chance because, again, presentation was very good. Also it's in the back area of the mall by the Costco. They have a great parking lot structure, though. Go around the Costco. I know it could be difficult and iffy but it's right there.!!”
“Been supporting this place most of my teens and college years, I recommend this place to anyone looking for a lot of variety such as , pho , Banh Mi , snacks , drinks and anyone looking for ready to go food. Come early sometimes lines can be long. Expect delays too , sometimes they are short staff and get help from security which really is a great help to them.”
“Back to my most favorite place to eat. Thanks to you Mr Abdul Aziz and your wife, you were upto the best as always. I have been coming to this place for last six years.Best authentic and food that tastes just like made at home. Hopefully I was staying near. I would go there every day. Thank you to Mr and Mrs Abdul for keeping this place a great one.”
“I ordered a cake from this shop for my daughter’s birthday and had such a great experience. The staff was incredibly kind and helpful throughout the process. The cake turned out beautiful—exactly what I wanted—and it tasted amazing. Everyone at the party loved it. I’m so happy with everything and will definitely order again!””
“The restaurant was clean, and the atmosphere was comfortable. I would definitely come back and recommend Afghan Burger to anyone looking for delicious Afghan style burgers and great hospitality. also kabuli pahloo cook perfectly and delicious”
“Chef Anas and Manager Joe did it again. They prepared an off menu custom role for my daughter, then proceeded to lavish upon us one of Chef's creations. It was crispy shrimp, avocado, cream cheese and here's the best part...torched yes torched until that delicious smokiness permeates the custom roll. Absolutely top tier! I highly recommend this humble place because the commitment to hospitality comes through in everything they do!”
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“This place is about a mile off the main freeway. It's a small little hole in the wall buger joint. They do breakfast and pastrami sandwiches among other things. They are fast and super friendly. The food is super great, and the give you large portions. This is a must do if you're on the burger trail on the 880 freeway.”
“Nice little place to get together with a coworker. Food was good. Everything was presented very well. Maybe a little low on the spices or salts. There was something not the best but I'll have to return and give them another chance because, again, presentation was very good. Also it's in the back area of the mall by the Costco. They have a great parking lot structure, though. Go around the Costco. I know it could be difficult and iffy but it's right there.!!”
“I haven't been to ihop in almost 6 years. This morning i got an omelette and potatoes and stack of pancakes. The food was honestly ok I didnt care for it but the pancakes are great but I got seated by a really nice girI didn't pick up her name but she asked me how my day was and complimented my outfit. I could tell she was busy but she was super nice anyway.”
“Are you still not like buying from Popeyes because it was always so expensive but then I downloaded the app and the deals that they have and the rewards that amazing... Sometimes you could get 14 piece tenders, two sides and five biscuits for less than 30 bucks that definitely feeds my family a five on a Friday night.”
“Took my YG (youngest Grand) to lunch. A friend of his recommend.
We waited about 20 min for a table, it was CROWDED. The staff was accommodating and friendly, the food over all was decent/good, but the fried chicken and fried fish had no seasoning which was weird for an Asian restaurant.
We both got fat & full and we were able to take a ice cream cone to go. They have choc/vanilla & combo swirl. AAANNNND there's sauces.... chocolate, caramel and others but those two were what I wanted...lol
Told my YG...yeah, we'll go back.
Gotta try the stir-fry station.”
“Back to my most favorite place to eat. Thanks to you Mr Abdul Aziz and your wife, you were upto the best as always. I have been coming to this place for last six years.Best authentic and food that tastes just like made at home. Hopefully I was staying near. I would go there every day. Thank you to Mr and Mrs Abdul for keeping this place a great one.”
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“Loveddddd it! 💚
Had the Iced Strawberry Matcha with the seasonal Banana Foam on top.
If you’re having decision fatigue and want something that will definitely be good, order this. The sweet, tangy strawberry complemented the matcha perfectly without overpowering it (make sure to mix it well)
The banana foam was creamy, delicious, and topped with a cookie crumble that added the perfect finishing touch.
Definitely going to come back to try their other flavors (if I ever get over this)”
“This place was SO GOOD! We just moved here and I’ll definitely be back. The bakery was amazing (and very fresh, not dry, just everything you want a piece of bakery to be but often isn’t). The coffee is good, the staff is very friendly and helpful, and major bonus points for being open early.”
“We definitely recommend Timog Restaurant! Laid back atmosphere and nice ambiance. We had their squid appetizer, bangus sisig, fried lumpia, grilled bangus, kare2 volcano and the humongous todo na halo2. The servings were generous and the staff were Uber friendly. Had a wonderful time! A must visit and will be back to try out their other food. Panalo baby! Taralets punta n rin kau! 😊👍🙌👏🍽️”
“Chef Anas and Manager Joe did it again. They prepared an off menu custom role for my daughter, then proceeded to lavish upon us one of Chef's creations. It was crispy shrimp, avocado, cream cheese and here's the best part...torched yes torched until that delicious smokiness permeates the custom roll. Absolutely top tier! I highly recommend this humble place because the commitment to hospitality comes through in everything they do!”
“We went around 5 PM and got a table right away without waiting. However, there was only one server working, so there was basically no service at all. As for the food, it was just average—the rice in the fried rice was a bit too hard. It’s okay if you just want a normal, quick meal, but don't expect much.”
“This and Super Taq are my only two Mexican food stops. The food isn’t salty like most places and they have lengua!
You can buy side food in the market too like avocados, etc
Parking is plentiful and if the inside is full, there are places to sit outside. There are two gender neutral bathrooms. Six types of agua fresca.”
“Got the ulavacharu chicken biryani togo, took 30 mins but they had complimentary chai while I waited so that made up for it. Coming to the biryani, saw a nice full egg in a biryani after years and the biryani taste overall was great. Chicken pieces tasted so good, I’m definitely adding this to my rotation.”
“Came to the grocery store. But was hungry in the evening time so we decided to try out some stuff. We ordered Pani puri, dahi papdi chat and samosa chat. Dahi papychat was good and my 4yr loved it. It was mild not spicy but still flavorful. Samosa in the samosa chat was fresh out of the pan..so tastes great. Pani puri is good too. Overall pleasantly surprised by the good food.”
“excellent palce for weekend out with friends
nice staff cooperative and helpful
food was great and must try (egg dishes)to try
taste and calm atmosphere”
“Las pastas están buenísimas”