Emil Villa's Hayward Calif Barbecue

24047 Mission Blvd
Hayward, CA 94544

Brad B. writes: Great ribs not so great ambiance. They really do their meats and BBQ well but the interior of this place is about 20 years past due for an upgrade. The key lime pie was delicious..... Stay away from the brown gravy and stick to the red sauce.…

Walnut Cleaners

3367 Walnut Ave
Fremont, CA 94538

Mary S. writes: Walnut Cleaners has been in business for over 28 years...in the same location. I think it's a testament to their quality and care. They know what they are doing.

If you have stains, they won't promise that they can get them out, but if anyone can do…

India Cash & Carry

39175 Farwell Dr
Fremont, CA 94538

Satish M. writes: These guys have cleaned up their act big time. I didn't use to like this store but kept going there because my wife liked it. I think they hired a professional store layout designer or something. Their fresh chapatis are pretty good. And the veggies…

Cherry Garden Filipino Chinese Restaurant

39206 Fremont Blvd
Fremont, CA 94538

Steph P. writes: Cherry Garden is kind of like me. We are both technically Filipino-Chinese, but it's pretty obvious that we probably know Filipino  food better. Cherry Garden's specifically got the art of the Filipino breakfast (silogs) down!

The most generous…

Eddy L Haw, OD & Katherine S Harano, OD

3935 Beacon Ave
Ste A
Fremont, CA 94538

Ella B. writes: I read Ryan's review and decided to call for an appt.  Since i was looking for a new optometrist (see review of Halstrom in Newark)

Kathy, the person who took my call and scheduled my appt. was GREAT -- she went through my coverage with me to make…

Munchner Haus Deli

39212 Fremont Blvd
Fremont, CA 94538

D-shiz L. writes: Yes, this place is a little pricey for a deli, and yes, if you go during the lunch rush it may take a while b/c the staff consist of 2 cute, little older ladies that remind me of my own aunts.  Now for the raves for this place.

It's a quaint German…

Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream

3850 Mowry Ave
Fremont, CA 94538

arnold g. writes: Remember those old commercials for Reese's Peanut Butter Cups where someone walking around with some chocolate bumps into someone eating a jar of peanut butter and the chocolate lands in the peanut butter somehow? This leads to some classic but inane…

Bavi Automotive

420 Mowry Avenue
Fremont, CA 94536

Anne d. writes: Unfortunately...we have 3 cars, each with close to or over 100,000 miles on them.  In the last year and a half, we have put a lot of $$$ into all three of them for various problems each has had.  

We live literally a block from Bavi Automotive, where…

Buk Sing Choy Lay Fut Kung Fu Association

37427 Fremont Blvd
Fremont, CA 94536

Alan N. writes: If you want to learn traditional Choy Lay Fut and/or Wing Chun Kung Fu, definitely come here.  Shane is great at teaching about every stand up style you can think of and one of the most knowledgeable person I know about overall fitness.  His dad…

Zipin Out Auto Service Inc 2

37600 Centralmont Pl
Fremont, CA 94536

Nikhil B. writes: Great place to get preventative maintainance done, even major repairs. They take care of their customers, and the prices are very fair.

Siddhartha International

36464 Fremont Blvd
Fremont, CA 94536

Satish M. writes: This is a cool little place for ethnic (mostly Indian) food and movie DVDs. They have fresh vegetables and fresh chapatis. They may not have everything that the larger Indian stores have but if you live in the area and want to avoid long checkout…

Needle to the Groove

150 H St
Fremont, CA 94536

D-shiz L. writes: So after getting a haircut in the ol' Niles area, off one of the side streets where i had parked i noticed an old house that had a new business sign up on top.  The door was open so my nosy ass went to investigate.  The sign outside read "Needle to…

Dave's Foreign Auto Repairs

36389 Mission Blvd
Fremont, CA 94536

PHILIP A. writes: I first met Dave back in the 1980's when I needed help troubleshooting my 1981 VW Jetta electrical problems and he was a big help in getting to the bottom of that situation.

After speaking to some of his other customers, I found that Dave has clearly…

The Nile Cafe

121 I St
Fremont, CA 94536

ben r. writes: I love this place - it's small and friendly. In Spring 2006 on a warm night, a local chalk artist was drawing an ancient Egyptian woman, and the customers were critiquing in real-time: "Needs more chest.  Up a little more, that's it!" No one was…

Papa John's Pizza

36488 Fremont Blvd
Fremont, CA 94536

Adrienne P. writes: Well, the kids who work here are pretty ditzy and have messed up our order a few times, but I still love my P.J.'s pizza!  It used to be a dorm staple back in Virginia (I'm so glad that this store popped up so close to our CA home) - it brings back…

Sikh Temple

300 Gurdwara Rd
Fremont, CA 94536

Gur E. writes: Peaceful Temple.  All are welcome.
Sangat is there on Wednesday and Saturdays.

Good langar.

Playground for kids,  basketball for teens and adults,   enough parking for 400 cars.

Great view of the hills.  

Recommend:  Yes
Will I go back: Yes
Romantic: No.

Mughal Cuisine

4812 Thornton Ave
Fremont, CA 94536

Manuel F. writes: I'm rating this place solely on the food, it was just fantastic.  Reminded me of the hole in the wall type spots in Chicago.  I don't recommend this place for business or special outing, however, if you're with a bunch of friends and don't care about…

The Florence Bar

37349 Niles Blvd
Fremont, CA 94536

D-shiz L. writes: Aka, the Flo.  I guess this is not a type of place that one really reviews, but what the heck.  It is a biker bar in the Niles area of Fremont.  I do not ride a hog, nor do I own a lot of leather clothing.  I do not sport a lot of facial hair, nor do…

Scenario Game & Hobby Shoppe

37120 Fremont Boulevard
Fremont, CA 94536

Rob M. writes: This game shop is on it's third location in at least 26 years (that's when I first noticed them) and it's their largest yet.  Just one store, family run and owned, these guys have it all.  Family games, card games, strategy games, miniatures, models,…

Jewels by Park Lane

Fremont, CA 94536

Anne d. writes: Dawn Sommers is a friend of my friend whom my friend met at the dog park here in Fremont...where coincidentally I met my friend.  Still with me? OK good.  Dawn invited my friend over for drinks and dessert, and my friend called me to see if I wanted…

Chubby Burgers

4796 Thornton Ave
Fremont, CA 94536

Jane D. writes: Chubby burger is a nice treat once in a while. They have large burgers and the big fries. I haven't eaten there since college but from what I remember the burgers aren't so bad. I like the name of the place too.

Cresco Equipment Rentals

36660 Fremont Blvd
Fremont, CA 94536

Jane D. writes: We have a family of Farrel cats living in our back yard. I had to rent a humane animal trap and bring the little kitties to the animal shelter. This shop has a ton of things you can rent big diggers and small power tools anything you could or would…

David Bell, MD, Inc

38690 Stivers St
Fremont, CA 94536

Chris C. writes: I suffered a serious knee injury and then went to the emergency room, had it look and X-rayed.  Since I was out of area, they recommend an orthopedic surgeon for me.  The Orthopedic Surgeon looked at the knee, thought I twisted it but to be safe he…

Chew Dental Group

620 Mowry Ave
Fremont, CA 94536

Genki R. writes: Dr. Chew is so excellent. I live in San Jose, but always go all the way to his office in Fremont. I don't want to go to any other dentists.

He is very good at what he does. He is also very caring and makes sure his patients are doing okay before,…

Sheila Dobee, DDS - General Dentist

4541 Mattos Drive
Fremont, CA 94536

Willis W. writes: This is truly a neighborhood dental office, because it is literally in what was once a home, but it, along with the adjacent buildings, has been converted into professional looking businesses.  The waiting room was clean, and very warm and inviting.…

Minervas

37463 Fremont Blvd
Fremont, CA 94536

Sarah J. writes: I love going here with my mom.  The pita sandwiches are delicious and they have a great salad bar.  The ingredients are fresh and there is a nice variety to chose from.  There are usually some incredible cookies that are good to take home for later…

Haircut Headquarters

35740 Fremont Blvd
Fremont, CA 94536

Vinay A. writes: Stopped by this place for my haircut based on the other good reviews.  Friendly staff, clean environment, and less than 5 minute wait (off-peak time).  At  $14, plus tip, not a cheap haircut in my opinion, but my barber did a good job with my hair.

Fremont Cycle Salvage & Accessories

37531 Dusterberry Way
Fremont, CA 94536

Joon Y. writes: I love coming to this place since it's so conveniently in Fremont and is about 2 miles from my house. I don't have to travel far to get items for monthly maintenance.

Great shop if you're looking to pick up a project bike or a fixer-uppper.

Maiwand Market

37235 Fremont Blvd
Fremont, CA 94536

Willis W. writes: My wife and I just kind of stumbled onto this place, and realized this store must be the biggest Afghan Bread hub outside of Kabul.  Evertyime I go in there to buy one of these wonderful flat breads, the bakery (in the back of the store next to the…

Casa Robles Mexican Restaurant

494 Mowry Ave
Fremont, CA 94536

Carol O. writes: ok, now i feel dumb.

we have lived right by this restaurant for almost two years and just dined here for the first time about a month ago.  we walk right by it all the time but it always looks empty and kinda dark... both big red flags in our book.…

Pizza Guys

3691 Thornton Ave
Fremont, CA 94536

Valerie F. writes: Not the best Pizza in Fremont
(that'd be a tie between Mission Pizza & Pub AND Mirichi's Pizza)

But definately the best thin crust delivery in Fremont.

On film trips to NYNY I got spoilt by the 30 minute and under thing which never seems to happen…

Norman's Family Restaurant

4949 Stevenson Blvd Ste L
Fremont, CA 94538

Ryan T. writes: A truly family style place, with a nod to diner-style eats. Last evening my friend Christian and I tried this place for the first time. To be honest, I think places like Country Way have more of a corner on the market, by virtue of serving size and…

Happy Fish Swim School

4831 Davenport Pl
Fremont, CA 94538

Melissa M. writes: My 3 year old daughter loves the water since day 1 so swim lessons was a good idea. Swim lessons in this school was a great idea! She's taking lessons for 4 months now and now, she loves to dunk her head in, do front & back floats on her own!    The…

Tapioca Express

43421 Christy St.
Pacific Commons
Fremont, CA 94538

luis .. writes: This place has a huge selection of drinks and snacks to choose from.  I usually stick to the more standard fare such as the snowbubbles or the milk teas but it's nice to know that if I ever had the urge to try something else this place would have it.…

Clubsport of Fremont

46650 Landing Pkwy
Fremont, CA 94538

michelle i. writes: your body will cry out in gratitude for giving it a membership at Clubsport! a very sophisticated luxury health club-- its so huge you can get lost. i used to work here at the concierge desk back in my college days, and got free membership. otherwise…

Outback Steakhouse

5525 Stevenson Blvd
Fremont, CA 94538

Shana A. writes: I must say when it comes to chain steakhouse joints this one beats out Black Angus without a doubt. The food seems to be fresher, the service faster and if you don't want to eat there or get out of your car they have take out. Woohoo! Yes, talk about…

Lowe's

43612 Pacific Commons Boulevard
Fremont, CA 94538

John G. writes: Lowe's make Home Depot look like the dump.  I stopped by this newer location this weekend.  Wow.  What a great experience.  I checked out the kitchen fixtures, siding, handles, bulbs, tools, sinks, ladders, and the nuts/bolts/nails/screws favorite of…

James A. Cox, DDS

777 Welch Rd Ste H
Palo Alto, CA 94304

michael y. writes: there are three dentists that work in this office - cox, miranda and wu.  i've had all of them take a look at my teeth at one point or another.  all are fantastic.  

they all give excellent dental advice, never really pressuring me unlike some…

LaBelle Day Spa

36 Stanford Shopping Center
Palo Alto, CA 94304

Connie C. writes: Before my trip to DC, I wanted to get a much needed haircut and pedicure. I received a gift card to LaBelle and was excited to make use of it. Since I had gotten a facial and massage not too long ago at In-Symmetry, I decided that I would try out…