Small Vietnamese restaurant offers cozy, lighthearted ambience with clean indoor and outdoor seating. Menu features varied, well-priced dishes including delicious sandwiches and standout soups. Perfect for quiet meals or casual catch-ups near transit access.
Food features fresh products and high quality ingredients with nice plating that shows care. Portions are good, prices reasonable, and meals come on proper plates for a homey feel.
Soft boba complements delicious teas like the Seductive Tea and peach tea. Milk teas with popping boba and taro milk tea also stand out.
"I loved the Vietnamese food for its good vegetables to meat ratio."
"I loved the milk tea with delicious, soft boba."
"The food here is amazing and tasty."
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The cafe is located next to the Union City Bart station for easy access.
Menu options are diverse, catering to various tastes and preferences.
Prices are reasonable, making it a budget-friendly dining option.
Small space with tight quarters and open kitchen creates a lively, somewhat noisy atmosphere. Decor features nostalgic, detailed Indian elements that add to a warm, welcoming vibe. The place feels family-friendly with energetic music and a cozy, intimate setting.
Food tastes like home-cooked North Indian dishes with authentic flavors and high quality. The menu includes a variety of options, all prepared with care and delivering a phenomenal dining experience.
Masala Chai comes hot and aromatic with a balanced blend of spices. Sweetening it to taste is an option, making the tea feel authentically Indian and very tasty.
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Reservations are recommended for dinner, especially on weekends.
Expect a wait during peak hours, especially on weekends.
Prices are reasonable, with many dishes under $15.
Spacious dining area with a clean, bright design and a sauce bar offering unlimited spices and fresh herbs. Atmosphere feels casual and lively with loud music and a cozy, nature-inspired vibe. Offers a variety of authentic Sichuan-style broths served in pots, emphasizing rich, flavorful soups.
Food offers a wide variety of meats and vegetables with a selection about 1.5 times larger than similar spots. Dishes come piping hot and packed with flavor, and you only pay for what you choose.
Complimentary drinks include sweet green tea and iced jasmine tea. These teas come with thoughtful extras and pair well with spicy dishes.
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Food is priced by weight, so be mindful of portion sizes.
MalaTown offers a self-serve system for choosing ingredients.
Generous portions are served at very fair prices.
Small café with whimsical decor and cozy seating creates a dreamy atmosphere. The space feels intimate and quaint, mostly serving take-away with limited indoor seating. It attracts those seeking a relaxing spot with unique drinks and treats.
Unique and delicious food options include banh mi and macarons. Presentation stands out with little towers and attractive teapot and cups.
Offers a variety of milk teas like taro and Thai green that highlight the tea flavor well. Fruit teas and slushies provide a refreshing option, while hot mango milk tea with oat milk balances sweetness and comfort.
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There is ample parking available, making it easy to visit.
The café offers a variety of dairy-free options for those with lactose intolerance.
The bathroom is often locked, so plan accordingly if you need to use it.
Small dessert shop offers a lively atmosphere with quick service and Taiwanese-style beverages. Menu features a robust selection of Ube desserts including upside down halo-halo and flan cupcakes. Space feels cute and vibrant, attracting those who enjoy sweet treats and unique flavors.
Ube dishes stand out on a pretty good menu featuring favorite ethnic foods. Food pairs well with drinks and comes with consistent service.
Ube milk tea stands out with variations like almond milk and leche flan. Taiwanese-style boba tea draws a younger crowd, and iced teas come with less ice to keep flavors strong.
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Cafe 86 opens at 12:30 PM.
There is ample free parking available nearby.
Substituting soy or almond milk costs almost $2 extra.
Stand-up tables and high chairs fill a lively space with a nostalgic vibe rooted in long-standing local tradition. Classic milk tea and crispy chicken draw a steady crowd, while gacha machines add a playful touch. Prices stay affordable, making it a reliable spot for quick boba and snacks.
Food features authentic flavors and a wide variety of drinks and food options. Quality stays consistently excellent across visits.
Milk tea stands out with its best tasting flavor among all locations and below average prices. Boba tea appeals to kids, and the Combo A pairs milk tea with crispy chicken for a popular choice.
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Combo deals are available, such as Combo A with popcorn chicken and milk tea.
Expect no wait times during off-peak hours, like 2 pm.
Prices for drinks have increased from $3.50 to $5.50 recently.
Large seating area with plentiful outlets and dozens of small tables creates a spacious, classroom-like environment. Atmosphere stays quiet and cozy, attracting people working on laptops or studying. Walls display a collection of fun mugs and teapots, adding a unique retail touch to the calm space.
Food here is consistently tasty with a variety of good drinks and dishes. Coffee stands out as great and prices stay reasonable.
Offers meticulously prepared chai tea and Thai iced tea with strong flavors. Provides a quiet spot for individuals and small groups to enjoy carefully crafted tea drinks.
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There is free parking available for customers.
The café has plenty of tables and space for studying or meetings.
The menu offers a wide variety of drinks and baked goods.
Small dining room centers around an aesthetic fake tree, creating a cozy atmosphere with darker lighting. Patrons find reasonably priced Hong Kong style dishes with distinctive rice cube presentation and flavorful curry options. Space suits small groups, with a quiet vibe and manageable wait times.
Hong Kong style Chinese food comes in good portions with high quality and delicious flavors. Smaller than some locations, the food tastes better here.
Ice Milk Tea comes in a bottle and pairs well with meals. The ying yang coffee tea blends coffee and tea flavors for a unique drink experience.
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The wait times are usually under 15 minutes.
There is plenty of parking available on site.
The portions are smaller compared to other Hong Kong cafes.
Cozy space with oriental decor and a lively atmosphere that can get loud. Serves authentic halal Chinese cuisine with generous portions and reasonable prices. Known for chewy noodles trained by a chef from Xian and standout dishes like cumin lamb and pan-fried dumplings.
Authentic Halal Chinese cuisine stands out here, offering flavors not commonly found even in China. Food quality is consistently excellent, with options to make dishes very spicy on request.
Chrysanthemum tea stands out as a non-caffeinated option served hot. Staff bring tea promptly when requested.
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The restaurant is halal and offers a variety of halal dishes.
Prices are reasonable, making it a good option for families.
The serving portions are generous, suitable for sharing.
Dumpling restaurant offers modern interior with tight seating and large round tables for sharing. Atmosphere ranges from lively and noisy during busy times to cramped and warm without air conditioning. Popular spot draws crowds, especially for fresh, hand-made dumplings and group dining.
Food here is consistently fresh and authentic with great quality and flavorful dishes. Large portions come with excellent service, making every meal satisfying.
Thai tea stands out as excellent here. Staff automatically refill water and tea, and a pot of hot jasmine tea pairs well with meals. Tea is good and inexpensive.
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Reservations are only accepted for parties of six or more.
Expect long wait times during peak hours; arrive early to secure seating.
The restaurant enforces a one-hour dining limit, which may affect your experience.
Halal restaurant offers a casual, authentic atmosphere with a family-friendly, inviting vibe. The space includes a decorated lounge and provides unlimited self-serve chai. Food preparation takes time, reflecting care and authenticity in dishes like charsi kabab and goat karahi.
Food here offers authentic Peshawari flavor with dishes like Namkeen lamb tikka and karahi. Halal options take about 30 minutes to prepare, reflecting fresh, careful cooking.
Unlimited self-serve complimentary chai is available, with a special kawa (chai) served at the end of the meal. The tea pairs well with dishes like charsi karahi and daal mash.
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Reservations are recommended at least 30-60 minutes in advance for the best experience.
A 15% service charge applies to groups larger than four people.
Expect to pay at least $25 per person for a meal.