Restaurants in Pleasanton

“I’ve been going to this place for 40 years. They have the best ice creams in town drive-through and Walker service.”

“This place is such a vibe! They have two kiosk where you easily order from, the mochi donuts and boba pearls are so fresh & soft! Great customer service & so many areas to take cute pictures!”

“The best Authentic Mediterranean Food in Bay Area Clean ,friendly , resonable prices !”

“We found out about your pizza through a freidn...it was so absolutely wonderful! Love the sourdough crust! I'm hooked--It's obvious you put so much care into the ingredients - it is appreciated! Thank you!!🥰”

“Love coming here. Great crepes and fun to have them make your latte with a photo of your choice on it. Staff always so gracious and attentive.”

“it's a quick get-away, even daily to another world, tropical and tasty bistro, with the timings, see it on y e l p dor.pix. been going to this new find for awhile and just can't help.but to return, even for 4 barrel Capps. vino and nerves too, we enjoy the Sangrias. TODAY I'm gonna drop-on for the weekend Egg Scramble Bar, value for under 14 euros ! francs? use, sorry, drove to Ptown early@49 ° out tropix”

“I have eaten here twice now. The food is very good, the portions are large, and the prices are reasonable. Compared to other Asian, Chinese, Vietnamese & vegan restaurants, the menu is diverse. Desert options are also good. If you are looking for Chinese and Vietnamese vegan food with variety, this is a great place. Parking is in a busy shopping center just off the 680/580 corridor.”

“This place is a hidden gem. Along with dessert, their sandwiches are insanely good! Try their torta de pierna if you’re looking to try something different m, its authentic and bursting with flavor!”

“I’ve only been here once but tried a variety of dishes and they were all very good. It was hard to find the restaurant at first, it’s in the shopping center on the border of Pleasanton and Livermore and it’s inside a food court in that shopping center. You walk in and it’s the first restaurant on the right. They have an incredible menu of Indian and Nepalese cuisine. The momo is succulent with different sauce options. The noodles were freshly stir fried with a good amount of seasoning and oil. I liked their butter chicken and rice too but the portion was a little small. I will definitely return to try the other chow mein.”

“First time patrons loved everything about our experience food was delicious generous portions did not go home hungry great customer service and definitely will go again, we want to try everything on the menu Bravissimo Gracias por la Norte”

“**update - their customer service is spectacular. Resolved the issue so we are able to reschedule when our daughter is well again and can rebook our sitter. Thank you for the response!

Made reservations and our kid got sick and had to cancel our sitter the day before. They have no way of contacting them before business hours and their rescheduling policy isn't realistic. It probably is a great place but we didn't get to experience it and had to loose out on the total cost. Need a better policy or don't charge until you get there for this reason.”

“Always consistently good: Quality, Taste, Size. No matter what I try they are made very well. It has the freshest boba and jelly in the entire Tri valley and they don’t nickel and dime you for size & boba/ jelly etc- it’s already included!”

“Great food, Good serving size”

“I had a great time at this restarunt! Each of the various varieties of dosas they offer tastes fantastic. There is something for everyone because the dosas are crispy and loaded with delicious fillings. the staff members are quite pleasant. Also, the staff members are quite pleasant. They were kind and made sure we received our food promptly. This is a great spot to try something new or if you enjoy dosas! I'd definitely return.”

“Next time your in Pleasanton you have to stop bu here. Best breakfast I have had in a long time.”

“Phō here is poppppin !!!! Flavor is not point ! Quantity is good! Bowls are a good size! For me it was the rib in the combo plate!!!! The only thing is they need to add the chilli sauce to their table! It’s quiet but it needs some type of jams ,people aren’t loud even when it’s busy and staff is friendly and quick”

“Looks good and Tastes good!”

“Food was great and so was the service…. Securely going back again!!!”

“Owner was very kind! Went here for the matcha and unfortunately it tasted very watered down and the color was very dull. But the service was amazing, I would go here again to try a different drink.”

“Have not been here since it was straw hat pizza. What an awesome change. Food and beer are very good. The service was impeccable thank you Ian and Collin for such a fun experience🍕”

“Lamb burger salad was yummy!”

“Best alfajores! Wonderful cakes. Beautifully designed deserts and great tasting desserts.”

“I haven't had one bad meal from Bronzes yet. The tacos are great, including the tripas tacos. The breakfast machaca plate is delicious. Love the posole!
Inside is clean and has friendly service.”

“✔️Recommended dishes: paneer puff, spicy ragda panipuri, pao bhaji and chicken roll !
✔️This open cart is located outside a restaurant . ✔️Hygienic and good service !”

“Delicious and definitely fulfilled our sushi craving. I highly recommend Pocket Sushi no chopsticks required easy to eat, full of flavor, and so pretty to look at. I stopped by after work to pick up a few different types of pockets, the service was great and the food was fresh and made quickly. I waited no more then ten minutes for them to make my six item order and they brought it out to my car which was also very nice. We will for sure be back for more!”

“delicious food! I got the spanakopita & braised short ribs. 🥰🥰🥰”

“Big shout out to the service at Denny’s over the Labor Day weekend in Pleasanton. Javier personally accommodated a group of 20+ all week long while we were in town for the Scottish Highland Games. He is what is missing from the service industry! Take notes.”

“👍 food to hit up major kudos”

“Rava onion chilli ghee dosa is the best.
Kara ghee dosa is good and spicy.
Vada was very fresh and crispy.
Excellent service and friendly staff.
First time tried this place and very happy.”

“Excelente lugar, la comida deliciosa 100% recomendado.”

“Love their eggs Benedict and pork chops. Staff is always so nice. Great French fries!”

“They serve freshly fried chicken, and even though you must wait 15-20 minutes, it's worth it. We ordered the extra crispy chicken, which was very flavorful and crunchy. The pickled radish that came with the chicken also tasted sweet and crispy. After I made my order, I noticed they have a Wednesday Special. Maybe I will try it next time.”

“Wine flights were varied and the wines distinguished themselves from their sister winery Ruby Hill. The dining room is very nice and huge. Plenty of outdoor seating. Service was good.”

“Great food, nice staff and Chianti says it all! Oh they have pizza yet you should not hold the image of pizzeria / pizza parlor that leans to the slice o’pie on the east coast. This is nice dining!”

“Food and cocktails were good. Table water tasted like tap water.”

“The food was very delicious, well-portioned and well-priced for the area. We ordered several different dishes and found the quality consistently excellent. The chai was especially worth ordering—warm, cozy, and comforting. Service was very attentive and friendly, with the owner himself taking care of us. The smell from the kitchen as our food cooked had my mouth watering. The atmosphere was lovely, with just-right lighting and lively Bollywood music that made the meal feel extra fun. I really enjoyed my night at Ashoka and would definitely recommend it!”

“If you’re looking for a pizza place with a large variety, this it is! Not only do they have your traditional pizzas on the menu, but they have a great selection of Indian-fusion Pizzas as well! To top it off, they’ve got a ton of craft beers on tap, and they’re constantly bringing in new ones! Terrific atmosphere!”

“Had a wonderful time and delicious salads with just right portions and friendly service”

“Great fast food and very quick service. I would recommend for a quick easy bite to eat. Love it specially Pleasanton location”

“We have been going here once a year when here on business for several years. It’s always amazing!!!”

“Tri-Valley Bistro is one of my favorite restaurants in downtown Pleasanton. The food is always good; love the Chicken Risotto. The service is always prompt. I have taken many friends to the restaurant. It is now one of their favorites restaurants as well.”

“flavorful food, fast service”

“traditional Chinese congeee”

“Great food and excellent service highly recommend!”

“We always enjoy the sitting outside people watching and getting excellent service and food. My wife inevitably gets one of the specials- and loves the seasonal change in the menus.”

“I cant denied that i love this place, not because is my job, but all the team members are very outstanding to great the costumers and theres not way better than serv hot and fresh food all the time!”

“muy buena atención gracias”

“We ordered braised beef noodle soup, house special pork burger and the sliced pork with garlic sauce. We liked the noodle soup the best, the soup and the beef is so rich and tasty, and the noodle has the texture of hand pulled noodles. The pork burger is also yummy. The sliced pork with garlic sauce can use stronger garlic flavor though. Overall the food is a solid four star.”

“This restaurant has integrity. Staff made a mistake (they are human after all), they quickly acknowledged, apologized and took action to correct the mistake. I am one happy customer.

Oh, food is amazing too. Store is usually busy so come early.”

“Very impressed. I'm a bit of a sushi connoisseur. I travel for work and usually find the highest rated sushi restaurant in each town I visit. While this wasn't the highest rated, it was walking distance from my hotel and convenience won out. I wasn't expecting much from a strip mall sushi restaurant, but the quality ended up being on par with some of the higher-end places I've been to. The fish was very fresh with generous portions on the nigiri. The chef and hostess were both very friendly. I didn't eat inside but the place looked very clean and decorated well. Prices were very fair, especially considering this is the bay area.

I'm only in town one more day but I will definitely try to return. Highly recommended.”

“Supporting local businesses”

“We tried the Indian fusion pizza and yes they do half and half. We got half butter chicken and half tandoori pizza we wanted it spicy and they made them so. Overall pizza was flavorful and yummy. Had a great Indian pizza after a long time with fresh ingredients. Highly recommend them.
tandoori wings were super fresh cannot compare with other wing shops. Please keep up the quality, price and the taste, I am sure you will open up many more restaurants.”

“Great quality South Indian food 😍”

“Great atmosphere, serving staff is friendly and on point with ensuring you have what you desire and the food was phenomenal. I had the lamb chops with mint jelly and sautéed spinach. Lamb chop cooked perfectly that it melt in your mouth with tons of flavor. My raspberry lemon drop was a bit on the strong side but when I made mention they remedied it by adding a little more simple syrup … perfect.”

“One of Pleasanton’s finest restaurant for sure. Why - exotic Guyanese fusion cuisine that should please every palate. Very attentive service and a full bar. What else can you ask for? And yes, the nicest chef cum owner - Maurice and his son are real delightful people.”

“Great outdoor patio with lots of shade and the inside was really nice as well, very cool posters on the wall. Food was good, pizza was a little greasy and the wings could have been just a little crisper. Not sure about either the ranch or blue cheese dressing neither tasted correct. They were good but more like a dill ranch and a very mild version of a blue cheese. The service was EXCELLENT 👌👍 great wait staff, drinks were never empty, someone checked on us at appropriate intervals and made sure we had anything we needed. The wait for the food was short and everything was hot and fresh.”

“Jim's has quality food and the Service has always been excellent ....”

“Wow the cannolis were amazing! Ordered 4 pistachio and 4 chocolate as dessert for an Italian dinner night. Several people commented that these cannolis are the best they’ve ever had! Great ratio, not too sweet and the shells were a fabulous crunchy! Will be recommending and ordering again. Thank you!”

“the service was excellent. party of eight and treated like royalty. good food at a good price. We all really enjoyed ourselves. from the host who greeted us to the waitress and servers, just great customer service.”

“Delicious and fresh every time!”

“I'm deeply grateful to the leadership at Inklings Coffee for taking small but necessary steps to be and become a safe place for women.”

“Really good food great service great prices”

“new owners, place looked great.”

“I started with an ice tea and did some work on rhe puter as I waited for my childhood friend Mr. MAC.
I read through the menue a couple times and checked out the room, looked like a great place to catch a game, if only I lived closer. When Mr. Mac arrived he said this is my spot everything is great but i am having the crab sandwich So, I got the fresh crab sandwich too bit he got the onion rings and I got a salad with raspberry vinegarette and it was worth every penny. I had a Guinness stout with that 22oz and boy was that a great combo.
I'll Be Back!”

“I really think this one of the best little ceasers I have ever been too, food was absolutely immaculate, great dough, great cheese, made very well, and cooked when I arrived nice and fresh you can taste the difference compared to other little ceaser restaurants ive been to bay area, tri Valley and most places in between, and I'm telling you please try out this spot.

Kid-friendliness: It's little ceasers they sell pizza and kids love pizza need I say more.”

“Definitely will go back. We enjoyed my husband's birthday dinner. Great food, fast service and best customer service!”

“This is the first pizza place I have been, that it cleans with professional staff. I was able to build my own pizza mix with meat and cheese and vegetables.! It was good.”

“服務親切，充滿濃濃的台灣味，而且食物好好吃！推！”

“Really good food and good ole stories from back in the old days.”

“My family and I love the food! Great place to eat at lunch! I ordered the chicken and shrimp bento box! Very filling! 😋”

“We ended up finding this place by chance because we’re waiting for a table at Bill’s Cafe. We decided to walk the plaza and I smelled the aroma of freshly made pizza. We had to GO in. As a New Yorker, I am seriously picky about my pizza. It needs to be thin, crispy with gooey cheese and a great sauce. This place checks off all of the boxes. The owner was super sweet and explained she got the ingredients from the East coast to make it truly delicious pizza. Don’t sleep on this gem!”

“This was my first time trying Korean food, and I must say, I was thoroughly impressed. The kimchi had a delightful spice to it with a well-balanced flavor that wasn’t overwhelming—perfect for first-timers. Personally, I enjoy a bit of a kick in my kimchi, and this one delivered just enough heat while remaining savory.

I ordered the beef short ribs, and my wife opted for the beef fried rice. From the moment the food arrived, the aroma was incredible. The short ribs were flavorful and aromatic, but I felt the texture could have been improved. They were slightly chewy, and for short ribs, I prefer them to be more tender and easier to eat. For that reason, I’d give them a 3.5 out of 5. While the tenderness could have been better, the taste and presentation were still on point.

My wife’s beef fried rice, on the other hand, was outstanding. I have to admit—it was the highlight of our meal. If you visit this spot, I highly recommend trying the fried rice. It was hands down the best I’ve had, and the fried egg on top was a nice touch. I’d rate it a solid 4.5 out of 5. My only suggestion would be to make the egg yolk slightly runnier, which could add an extra layer of umami. Even so, it was absolutely delicious.

As you can see in the photos (taken a bit late into the meal), the food looked fantastic even after we started digging in. The portions are generous—enough to share, though not quite family-style. For our meal, we spent about $30-$40 per person, which felt slightly on the pricier side. Fortunately, our son just snacked on our plates, so we didn’t need to order a separate dish for him.

Overall, this was a wonderful spot for lunch. The food was flavorful, the portions were satisfying, and the experience was enjoyable. I’ll definitely be coming back again!”

“Had one of the best meals ever at the Main Street Brewery. Check out their Chicken Fried Prime Rib, so good.”

“Great welcoming staff & Fun 🤩 crowd”

“We really enjoyed your cupcakes!”

“We stubbled upon this place by chance and we love it. The food is not only healthy feeling but tastes so good. We like that is not over seasoned and that they offer brown rice. We'll be back for sure many times when we pass through the area.”

“What a delight, from the great customer service, to a fantastic Super Burrito. Place was super clean and we both enjoyed our Super Pastor Burritos tonight.”

“Sinfully good soft serve & taiyaki! We got:
* milk & sweet corn soft serve swirl with a custard-filled taiyaki
* ube soft serve with a matcha-filled taiyaki

We just wish the ube soft serve had a stronger ube taste to it but otherwise, definitely passing by here every time we're in the area!”

“Banh mi, teriyaki chicken sandwich and breakfast sandwich on the croissant with a cherry turnover for later! Kim and Teri are the stars of the show though, amazing people making amazing food!!! ! I wish there was more than 5 starts to give!”

“Dosa. Crispy. Served with unlimited delicious sambar and chutney. Which are vegan. And just the right amount of salt/spice. Oh and the potato masala (the masala in masala dosa) is great too. 5/5 right there. They also have (mostly) clearly marked vegan options on the menu for the other items, some of which can be had for takeout. But dosa is dine in only as it should be.”

“My wife and I have been dining at Gold Chopsticks for years and we love it. They have an extensive menu and I love trying all the amazing dishes. You could easily get hooked on their Pot Stickers with their homemade sauce, Wor Won Ton Soup, Sweet & Sour Prawns, Combination Fried Rice, Broccoli Beef, etc. And I really don't know how anybody can beat their Black Pepper Beef Sizzling Platter, it is awesome on so many levels!!!”

“I’d give you a long, detailed explanation of what I loved here, but I died and went to Heaven. Get here soon! I got the steak rancheros and won’t do another thing!”

“I’ve been coming to this location for a few years, and it never disappoints, as it’s one of the better mantained in the area, as well as the cleanest and the friendliest staff. On my last visit Linda made our experiece such a delight, as my nieces and nephew were taking forever on deciding what to get, yet she made it easier by suggesting, and making them feel comfortable ordering, making us feel welcomed with her sweet smile and outstanding customer service. The Jalapeño cheese dog is my favorite! Highly recommended! Kudos to her and her and her coworkers in this amazing location! Management must be extremely amazing here, because it shows. Keep up the good work!”

“My top place for comfort Taiwan boba tea!”

“Food was decent, place was clean, restroom was clean. I had the Western BBQ burger. It was pretty tasty , crinkle fries are always a win in my book . The Mac n cheese bites were quite nice too. I would definitely come again and try another one of their burgers.”

“Found this place bye accident a little over a month ago,now I eat here once a week”

“Tried Curry Pizza House in Kent, WA for the first time. Great flavors! Wonderful wings, Desi bread, and pizza! The mango lassis are yummy. Definitely check it out!”

“Very good food. We ate it up. Reasonable prices we can still afford. We shared a super burrito. They were kind enough to cut it and s serve it on two plates for us. We didn’t have to ask. Very courteous and pleasant. The chicken burrito had a lot of flavor. We’re going back for enchiladas and tacos next. Wonderful location, close to old Main St with all the shops Merry loves to see.”

“This little boba shop is located inside of a food hall. They have so many items on their menu, it was hard to choose. I ended up ordering the Thai tea blended, and my husband got the Cafe Mocha flavor. The Thai tea was good, the boba too. Next time I want to try a tropical flavor or the pineapple mousse. My husband would like to try another coffee flavor, but blended next time.”

“I went in to try a new drink matcha coconut water. I know it sounds gross. AND IT WAS lol ! But I hopped on the hype train and definitely came right off. Oh well! I went to order something else and he Ethan (I think that’s his name) said it’s okay the drink is on the house. I told him many times it’s okay I’ll pay. And he didn’t want to let me pay. He told me I should pay for something I like. Also that many people came in to try that drink and said it’s not good lol. I appreciate his honesty, and his kindness. He didn’t have to do that and that’s why I love coming here all the time ! They are always soo soo kind!”

“I ordered Pozole to-go (Tue Nov 12, 2024). It was delicious!! However, too spicy for me. It comes with diced onions, chopped radishes and shredded lettuce. I wish they would switch out the lettuce for cabbage as the lettuce wilts in the hot soup. I had Pozole from here last year, it was not spicy. Overall I recommend the Pozole if you like it spicy.

Parking: There is a raised step as you enter, be careful. Nice self serve salsa bar!”

“The clerk (not sure if he is the boss) has a really nice attitude, making people feel full of energy. He is very thoughtful and attentive. He gave us suggestions on which ones are delicious. We have children and offered small bowls to share. We were also given a free taste of the salted crispy chicken we didn’t order. The signature bento we ordered, the chicken steak was very delicious. The crispy double mushrooms are also delicious, and the oyster omelette is even better with sauce. Will stay again.”

“Excellent customer service, friendly staff ??”

“I and my husband took our sons, grandson, sister and brother-in-law to dinner, waiters were pleasant and helpful and the food just so delicious. A member in our group is a retired chef and said it was the best Chinese dinner he had had for a long time. Just clean Chinese cooking done the way it should be, We all agreed. Thank you for making the end of 2023 a delightful experience.”

“First time patrons loved everything about our experience food was delicious generous portions did not go home hungry great customer service and definitely will go again, we want to try everything on the menu Bravissimo Gracias por la Norte”

“Their recent all you can eat with price of $29.99 is unbeatable deal! As a born and raised in Sichuan Chinese, I enjoyed their very authentic spicy pot very very much! There are many other flavors to choose from and so many varieties of sauces to add to your taste bud! Service is excellent! Food is fresh. I plan to go there at least once a month to satisfy my gravy craving for very authentic Chinese hot pot. On top of that, they also have authentic Sichuan dishes to enjoy!”

“Dosa. Crispy. Served with unlimited delicious sambar and chutney. Which are vegan. And just the right amount of salt/spice. Oh and the potato masala (the masala in masala dosa) is great too. 5/5 right there. They also have (mostly) clearly marked vegan options on the menu for the other items, some of which can be had for takeout. But dosa is dine in only as it should be.”

“I’ve been going to this place for 40 years. They have the best ice creams in town drive-through and Walker service.”

“Big shout out to the service at Denny’s over the Labor Day weekend in Pleasanton. Javier personally accommodated a group of 20+ all week long while we were in town for the Scottish Highland Games. He is what is missing from the service industry! Take notes.”

“This was my first time and I will be back!!”

“The best Authentic Mediterranean Food in Bay Area Clean ,friendly , resonable prices !”

“I had a great time at this restarunt! Each of the various varieties of dosas they offer tastes fantastic. There is something for everyone because the dosas are crispy and loaded with delicious fillings. the staff members are quite pleasant. Also, the staff members are quite pleasant. They were kind and made sure we received our food promptly. This is a great spot to try something new or if you enjoy dosas! I'd definitely return.”

“We have been going here once a year when here on business for several years. It’s always amazing!!!”

“Supporting local businesses”

“Palnadu Ruchulu offers an amazing dining experience. The dishes are authentic and well-prepared, and the biryani, in particular, is top-notch. Highly recommended for Indian food fans.”

“Absolutely phenomenal service. Andrew was so knowledgeable and attentive. Our octopus, smoked tuna, ravioli Arogosta and short ribs were absolute perfection. I was so incredibly impressed once again- this is my new favorite place! HIGHLY recommend!”

“Great quality South Indian food 😍”

“Our group is a “Birthday Lunch Group” that gets together every three months to celebrate birthdays that happened during that time. There were 12 of us in attendance. Laura was our waitress and she was so great and attentive to us. We loved our lunches. The food was delicious. Everyone wants to go back again.”

“Have not been here since it was straw hat pizza. What an awesome change. Food and beer are very good. The service was impeccable thank you Ian and Collin for such a fun experience🍕”

“This place is such a vibe! They have two kiosk where you easily order from, the mochi donuts and boba pearls are so fresh & soft! Great customer service & so many areas to take cute pictures!”

“We ordered braised beef noodle soup, house special pork burger and the sliced pork with garlic sauce. We liked the noodle soup the best, the soup and the beef is so rich and tasty, and the noodle has the texture of hand pulled noodles. The pork burger is also yummy. The sliced pork with garlic sauce can use stronger garlic flavor though. Overall the food is a solid four star.”