50 Best Fast Food Restaurants near San Carlos

“fast and good. clean delicios“

“While I normally order off the Value menu, I splurged and tried the $3.29 Cheesy Melt Steak burrito and I have to say it is worth it. This staff is very efficient with mobile dine-in orders and they have the cleanest dining room, I’ve seen. My only reason for a 3 star is their AC is off or broken at 12:45pm so a bit stuffy in here.“

“(Translated by Google) Good food, the sandwiches are delicious, the place has good food, only I have a complaint and it is not for the place but for the owner, today, Saturday, January 29, at 2 or 2:30 p.m. I went to the homedepot, I went to his place and he had two employees working, a young woman and a lady between 35 and 40 years old, the young lady cooks and works very fast. What I don't like is that the older lady, while I was waiting for my food, was about 20 minutes. This lady spends talking and complaining about the owner and his Unfortunately, other employees took a lot of time for the young woman and instead of getting to work during the course I was there, she did not pay attention to the cashier's window and 4 potential clients left, the fifth person who arrived was waiting and I had to yell at him to pass the You to attend and it is not worth that the business loses money more in these times due to bad employees, instead of paying attention and paying attention to the clients, attending them, let them go, take care of your business, sir, and hire someone people who really want to work and take care of their place not people who only go for their salary thank you(Original)Buena comida los sándwiches estan deliciosos el lugar tiene buena comida solo que tengo un complain y no es para el lugar sino para el dueño hoy sabado 29 de enero alas 2 o 2:30pm fui a homedepot pase asu lugar y tenia dos empleadas trabajando una joven y una señora entre sus 35 y 40 años la jovencita cosina y trabaja muy rapido lo que no me gusta es que la señora mayor en lo que estuve esperando mi comida fueron como unos 20 minutos esta señora sela pasa ablando y quejandose del dueño y de sus otras empledas lastimosamente le kita mucho en tiempo ala joven e ves de ponerse a trabajar en el trascurso que estuve ahi no ponia atencion ala ventanilla de la caja y se fueron 4 potenciales clientes la quinta persona que llego estaba esperando y tuve que gritarle para pasarle la vos para que atendiera y no se vale que por malas empleadas el negocio pierda dinero mas en estos tiempos en ves de poner atencion y restetar alos clientes atendiendoles los deja ir cuide su negocio señor y contrate personas que realmente quieran trabajar y le cuiden su lugar no gente que solo vaya por su salario gracias“

“Subway San Carlos served me an excellent Spicy Italian made just the way I like it. Mine came on Italian Herb and Cheese bread that was perfectly toasted. Drink on the side was a Dr Pepper, and it was also perfect.
Atmosphere is pretty standard for an older location that has not been updated in many years. The tables , food counter prep area, floors and windows are clean and neat

Parking in front and back.

The one strike against Subway in San Of Carlos was the bathroom. It was obviously not cleaned well for at least a few days. No hook to hang a jacket. Sink drain empties VERY SLOWLY. And when I visited I first had to clear the plugged up toilet and give it a light cleaning before I could use it. Would never had sent kids in there alone because of the lack of upkeep.

Close to the San Carlos Transit Center for easy SamTrans and CalTrain access.

Except for the restroom, I count this Subway visit in San Carlos California as a win.

You may want to stop by yoursellf for some well prepared Subway food too.“

“I have to say this is the cleanest most helpful and friendly McDonald’s I’ve ever been to. Quick and easy. They also always help me at the video kiosk whenever I’m staring at the screen lost. I don’t write many reviews but have to say that the management here really cares.“

“comidas deliciosas 😋 estou com saudades“

“Manny was great! He provided excellent customer service, was incredibly friendly, and took the time to talk with customers to make sure everyone was satisfied with their experience. His positive attitude and attentiveness really stood out and made our visit even more enjoyable.“

“Was running late for boarding a flight but hadn’t eaten anything all day, ordered last minute but someone was kind enough to ask if I’d been helped and made my order in thirty seconds flat, I made my flight!! Thank you so much cv for making my day :)“

“My 1st stop and meal when I visit SF annually. I always look foward having a In n Out burger the war I like it“

“The folks who work here are obviously having a blast!“

“Spicy deluxe chicken sandwich taste great. The meat is juicy and tender. Not over cooked. Nuggets is too Salty for my taste, dipping sauce is good though! For drive-through, they forgot to give us our waffle fries, be aware! Make sure check your food before you leave! Follow up post: They reply me with a phone call with apologies for the missing fries, and is kind enough to offer us a free Fries replacement plus a free dessert. That is a great customer service! I will be your return customer for sure!“

“This is one of my favorite spots for a quick bite. The onigiri are always perfectly seasoned, fresh, and filling. The staff is incredibly friendly, and Erick was especially kind and welcoming. Everything tasted authentic and comforting. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“As a formal Latino citizen and because of so many cultural ideals, My expectations where the worst of all, this tacobell location definitely nailed all of my expectations and surpassed all of them, the food is great , quick service , the customer service was amazing quick communication, never thought a tacobell could be this good ! Definitely worth it“

“The carnitas was wonderfully flavorful, juicy, and smoky BUT a little too salty on its own. I liked their taco as I think everything is more balanced—would absolutely recommend. Combo #3 was overall too salty to be enjoyable for me as I found the sides of #3 to be quite salty, which was too much in addition to the salty carnitas.“

“Fuimos con mi hija y la verdad que un 10 de 10!!!! Felices de haber manejado 2 horas y media! Valio la pena! Las empanadas, los sandwiches de miga y las faturas! Delicioso todo y buen pecio, y la amabilidad y la atmosfera 💯!!!! También tienen alfajores, biscochitos, galletitas, dulce de leche y mucho mas! Gracias chicos!“

“One of the few shops which opened early !!!“

“Have great food, if you want a good hamburger, or all beef hotdogs, this is the place for you.“

“I had the Chicken Mix Bowl with the smokey chipotle sauce and it was AMAZING. I am allergic to dairy, gluten, and soy so being able to not worry about that with my meal was so nice. I also have ARFID (avoidant restrictive food intake disorder) and have a really hard with certain textures, usually chicken is really hard for me to eat but I had no issues with this chicken!! The texture was consistent all the way through, pulled apart really easily, and was just overall amazing. The portions are really good and the food is very flavorful. I'm really happy with my meal. Thank you guys for the amazing food. I highly recommend this place!!“

“Súper deliciosas las pupusas 😋100%recomendadas“

“Quality vendors, very friendly community shoppers, nice place to be on a Sunday morning!!!“

“The crew make great burgers😃 It satisfies and fills up my stomach.“

“Best service and congeniality! Loved our crispy tofu bun mee sandwich!!!! perfection! This is a MUST EAT spot on the Filmore or when flying out or into sfo. Thank you again for your service and delicious over the top food-dont forget the crispy sweet potato fries! Yum.“

“The food and service is excellent! Often there aren't very many people at one time. It's almost too quiet in the afternoon, except for their occasional food alarms/timers(?).
Their drinks are a bit too high in price. The place is clean though. Friendly staff.
I noticed a sign that They DO accept food stamps(EBT).“

“Fresh, flavorful, and high-quality salads! Every bite is packed with top-tier ingredients, crisp greens, and deliciously crafted flavors that keep you coming back for more. Whether it's a classic or a bold new creation, Starbird salads never disappoint and the price is right! I love it!!! Highly recommended!!!!“

“Solid burger. Church it up and it might be the best burger you’ve had in a while:

I got the double with Swiss and cheddar.

I salted and peppered the patty and tomato. I also added ketchup and mustard in between the patties. I put the top cheese against the bottom bun. And I ate the burger upside down.“

“Was looking for cheap chinese food close to my workplace and found this one. Food was beyond my expectation in the best way. Loaded my plates to the brim and VERY reasonably priced. Definitely had vibes of that old-school feel of how things were back in the day. Will be back for more.“

“Update summer 2026:
What an improvement! I forgot my old review and we stopped here instead of driving to Redwood City everything is waaay better! Five star worthy. Milkshake is ice cold fresh off the machine. Fries are super hot fresh nice taste the oil. Burger not the prettiest but tasty and fresh. Staff definitely way nicer they all actually seem like they’re enjoying their job today. You can tell because every other time we’ve come here the place is dead now the place has a steady stream of customers

Good job management!

Old 1 star review: Lettuce wrapped burgers came with a bun. Milkshake was just warm and soupy with whip cream on top. When I mentioned it to the staff they look at you like you have two heads and begrudgingly replaced their mistakes.“

“Open late and fast service, as you would expect from a taco bell. They now have two auto service kiosks for ordering at that feel fairly removed and not welcoming, but that seems to be the standard of all fast food places now to have these. The food was not great, but as you would expect from a taco bell. Prices are very cheap for the area.“

“I enjoy every single bit of the food there ever since I was growing up. Highly recommend this restaurant if you want to eat the best chicken.“

“Never had it before and it was very delicious!! Great staff, greeted with smiles and efficient, quality service!!“

“Stopped by this Subway and had the absolute best experience thanks to Daisy! She was incredibly welcoming, upbeat, and so easy to talk to. She gave me some amazing suggestions to build the perfect sandwich, and it turned out fantastic. Excellent customer service!“

“One thing I have to say about 5 guys
Consistency.
Doesn't matter if I'm in Florida or California. I can meet my quota for cholesterol with the same quality.
Although ain't gonna lie California burgers hit different. If you know you know“

“Very friendly cashier. I wish the fries were hot instead of barely warm. The main purpose of the visit was to take my kid for the root beer float. Good experience, so I will return with my other kid for the root bear float and some other food on our next visit.Update: Different cashier today. Very nice lady with a 49ers #10 white jersey was very friendly and pleasant. As stated last Sunday that I would bring my other kids, I did, and they were very happy dining here. Ordered the same meal from last week, the wrap combo- honey bbq and spicy Mac and cheese, and three chicken pot pies.“

“We stop here often and the food is always great, which I have come to expect from all Jersey Mike’s. Same with the staff, but I’ll give a shout out to this group tonight. Stopped in with my family to eat and when we were finishing our sandwiches they brought over a cookie for each of our 3 kids.“

“Good fried chicken. Decent help.
The only thing I will complain about is that one time I order and the price is $13 the next time I order it is $23 menu is very confusing. It takes a lot of work to get the best price. I'm sure that's by design. I still like the chicken though“

“Regularly ride by the truck and always see at least one customer. Decided to stop by. Ordered the Chile Relleno plate over rice, frijoles and macaroni salad. Added a hot chocolate drink. If your Spanish isn't up to par, the clerk also speaks English. The meal was excellent, the beans didn't taste like they contained lard, the rice was fluffy and flavored with a stock, the macaroni salad cooked just right and the stuffed ground meat chile relleno was greaseless and tasted homemade.Well return to try the rellenitos, and hilochas.GREAT job guys“

“A burrito on the level of gourmet, made-to-order with protein of choice, griddled brown. The al pastor, unique in its seasoning — a bit Middle Eastern in spice, harking to its origins.

Serving construction workers and truck drivers alike, this roadside taco truck clearly gets something right.

Just a few hundred feet from the 101-S Seaport Blvd exit, perfect for a quick pit stop while commuting.“

“L verdd q todo es súper rrica la comida y la atención es muy buena“

“Great job on the hand made tortilla“

“Best McDonald's ever, Good service, friendly staff !!!“

“I used to say “never Taco Bell,” to my kiddos, but, Carlos at the San Mateo El Camino Taco Bell changed my mind. My kids ordered the most ridiculous customizations you can imagine, and somehow everything came out perfect. They were thrilled, which means I was thrilled.
Shoutout to Carlos for turning “never Taco Bell” into “can we go back to Taco Bell?”
If Carlos ran all Taco Bells, I’d be living off of chalupas (and whatever my kids don't eat, obviously, w/ their Taco Bell customizations).

Thank you!“

“Standard McDonald's location with friendly staff and located in downtown Menlo Park which is good for anyone working in the area or anyone looking to grab some of their iconic menu offerings. The parking lot is simple and easy, and I never had a problem with finding a spot.“

“This is my go-to spot for any time of the day. It's a lot easier to order now, especially since they have a mobile app now. This place gets busy, but the people who work here keep it clean. People who work here are nice and helpful. They do not ignore you like sole fast food places.

If you're here for breakfast, I recommend the french toast sticks or the meat lover's burrito. I love the hash browns as well.

You already know for lunch or dinner you need to get an order of tacos, curly fries with the combo of your choosing, and buttermilk ranch.“

“After realizing this place had no reviews, I took a leap of faith and ordered through DoorDash. To my surprise, everything was not just good but downright delicious! Plus, the prices were wallet-friendly. Definitely a hidden gem worth discovering – my taste buds and budget are equally grateful.“

“I Looove it, I just cant understand why I ask for extra crust flavor and never get any at all. Please fix, its been months.....“

“Impressive little country style burger restaurant !“

“At first it looks hard to park until you get there, it’s easy. After entering the structure everyone wants to make a right turn but go straight and you will find plenty of parking and easier to park. It’s a short walk to Panda from there.
Easy way out as well there are signs everywhere“

“Super Unprofessional more than 30 mins to closing time they turnin down purchases like they ran out of product when they just being lazy and dont wanna make more Went back a few days later to see they fixed the issue in regards to being short on product they had a very large supply of product ready for sale and were very polite and gave great service so big ups to the employees at this location for turnin it around so quickly definitely my new favorite Wetzel’s now“

“Jikas Kitchen is a fantastic place with truly delicious food! Every dish is packed with flavor, made fresh, and beautifully presented. You can really taste the quality and care in every bite. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, making it a great spot to relax and enjoy a meal. The staff are friendly, attentive, and go the extra mile to ensure a great dining experience. If you’re looking for tasty food and great service, Jikas Kitchen is definitely worth a visit. Highly recommended!“