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    Cafe Mei

    4.2 (263 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Sheila K.

    As someone who absolutely loves Taiwanese breakfast, Cafe Mei is one of my favorite spots in the Bay Area. In fact, it's the only dedicated Taiwanese breakfast place I know of around here! My family and I got there a little before they opened at 8am and were the second group in line. Within 10 minutes of opening, the place was packed. There was a steady stream of takeout and pickup orders too, so it's clearly a popular spot. We ordered pretty much all the classics: sandwiches, soy milk, dan bing (Taiwanese egg pancake), and radish cake. My favorite was the radish cake--it was incredibly soft and had a great texture. My husband's favorite was the sandwiches, and my dad couldn't stop talking about the dan bing. Honestly, everyone loved the sandwiches. The only downside is the price. The sandwiches are around $7 each, which feels pretty expensive for their size. Maybe I'm spoiled because we've had these exact breakfast foods in Taiwan, where a sandwich cost around $1 USD. Seeing $7 plus tax and tip definitely made me laugh (and cry a little) . That said, I also understand we're in the Bay Area and there really aren't many places serving authentic Taiwanese breakfast. Even with the higher prices, we've already ordered from here multiple times and will definitely keep coming back. The food hits the spot whenever I'm craving a taste of Taiwan. P.S. I was so excited to eat that I completely forgot to take photos. That's probably the best compliment I can give!

    Iced Milk Tea
    Ivan B.

    I mean the sandwich place is alright. My mom and I aren't hungry anyways. We were just looking for lighter meals, not something that's going to fill me up the rest of the day. When we arrived, there were many people. We didn't know how to start but as usual, we were asked to go to kiosk and order there. Thankfully, we're able to find a seat. Also, they should work in the interior more because it kinda looks dark and empty. Food is alright honestly. They look like something you can simply make at home especially how expensive the food is. I'd say that drinks are slightly better than the food. Would be better if they add more meat or make the sandwich a bit larger, but of course that they'll have to increase prices there. Maybe there are other foods for me to try. I'll have to come here at least a few more times.

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    Rona S.

    I have had this in my bookmarks for a long time never had a chance to go because the hours don't work for me. Finally I had a day off in the weekday so I got to go! This is in Auto mall, I always wonder what it is because it was always close when I was in the area. Plenty of parking. The inside is pretty big with plenty of seats. It is a sight to see all of the aunties making the sandwiches and other food in their little stations. It also seemed like there was an area for grab and go sandwiches but I am not completely sure. They had a little kiosk to order. I have a confession to make, I am not big on sandwiches. I know, sacrilegious. But these sandwiches are different. I got this combo sando, sausage, egg, ham, tomato lettuce. It sounds simple but I think the combo with the soft fluffy bread is what makes it irresistible. I also got soy milk because it seemed like the right thing to do. It tasted fresh, not super sweet, and a perfect pair to my breakfast sando. If I could, I would love to go again and try other things they have to offer and maybe a gallon of soymilk!

    David S.

    I had heard good things about Cafe Mei, especially as a typical Taiwanese sandwich spot, so I came in with pretty solid expectations. The sandwiches themselves were decent--nothing bad about the taste--but nothing that really stood out either. What really brought the experience down for me was the price. We paid around $30 for three sandwiches, and honestly, it just didn't feel worth it. It's the kind of food that feels like something you could easily make at home for a fraction of the cost. Overall, it's not terrible, but for the price and the hype, I don't see myself coming back. Just didn't feel like good value in my opinion.

    Minhchau N.

    Ordered the toasted signature pork sandwich, taro pork sung sandwich and hot soy milk 25% sweet. Enjoyed everything we ordered. It's a small cafe nothing fancy service was quick staff was friendly. They have free WiFi. There's one kiosk to self order to the left as soon you walk in and one in front of the door where a staff will take your order.

    Toasted Signature Pork Sandwich 烤總滙猪肉三明治
    Han W.

    Cute cafe with simple tasty sandwiches. I got the specialty sandwich, which was well executed, and got hot soy milk on the side. I ordered from a kiosk next to the entrance inside.

    Emily C.

    My main problem with cafe mei is that I can't justify spending money on food this small and simple. To add on, the seating area feels simple and cheap, not somewhere I would want to stay for long. Their food isn't bad. The area isn't bad. But that's all that I can say. I'd almost rather make these types of sandwiches at home.

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    Rita W.

    located in pac rim , parking can be a bit hard even during lunch on weekdays order on kiosk to the left as you enter person will call out your order when it's ready - sandwiches aren't made to order tho cus they're just premade & sitting there anyways brings back the feeling of breakfast in Taiwan & it's nostalgic I always get the Taiwanese classic sandwich or whatever it's called

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    Aileen Z.

    Came here around 930am on a Saturday the line moved fast. Loved the food! You essentially order and seat yourself. I was surprised by how many people there were that moved in and out for such a small cafe. Here's what I got(: Toasted signature pork sandwich: 10/10 this was so tasty. I loved the thinly sliced onion Pork Sung Crepe: 9/10 good texture and came with a nice dipping sauce that was garlicky and sweet Soy milk black tea: 10/10 I got this at 25% sweet and they really mean it! lol I'd probably get it at 50% next time

    Esther C.

    super simple, casual taiwanese breakfast food like sandwiches + crepes. honestly only hits if i'm specifically craving it. otherwise feels kinda pricey for what you get, nothing too special but gets the job done when the craving kicks in.

    Rachel C.

    Omg can there be another Cafe Mei closer to me! Insert sad emoji here. Ever since I tried a Taro + Pork Floss sandwich at a boba place that is no closer, I have been on a hunt. Thank you Yelp for letting me find this spot, because I keep coming back for more! This Taiwanese cafe is located in a plaza full of other shops and restaurants so there are definitely a lot of choices, but if you're looking for something light and convenient, definitely check out Cafe Mei. They have plenty of seating inside and parking isn't too bad. However, do they get really busy so I suggest you place an online order in case you don't have the time to wait. Their Taro Pork Sung sandwich is everything you expect for the name. The texture and flavors really balance each other out; especially being in between soft bread. I love the light sweet, starchy taste from the Taro and the crunchy, flavorful pork floss together. It's a flavor combination that definitely gets my taste buds dancing! I also tried their Corn Chowder soup and that was delicious. It's comforting and a perfect soup for those upcoming cold days. They also offer drinks and other sandwiches and savory crepes, but if there is one thing I highly recommend, it is their Taro Pork Sung Sandwich!!!

    Toasted Signature Pork Sandwich 烤總滙猪肉三明治
    Maggie W.

    Stopped by here for food after being in Fremont for some tasks. I was craving Taiwanese breakfast and loved how conveniently located this place is! I got the toasted signature pork sandwich, corn & tuna & bacon crepe, and an iced soy milk. I loved all the layers and the sauce of the signature sandwich. Every mouthful was a delight! I think the flavors are a perfect combination and are sandwiched wonderfully between the soft white bread! I sometimes struggle with eating a full sandwich, but I ate every bite of this one because it was so good I couldn't stop until I was all out. I ate the crepe the next day so it wasn't as fresh, and I didn't like it as much (I think tuna is not my favorite in general). I had the soy milk along with the sandwich, and wowwwww. Not too sweet, just the right amount of cold, and rich soy milk goodness. Trying to make additional plans in the Fremont area so I can come back here for breakfast There's a good amount of seating inside, but you can order to dine in or take out. There's both a kiosk to order at as well as a cashier to take your order.

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    Samantha L.

    Classic Taiwanese breakfast! There aren't many places that serve these in the states, so I'm thankful this place is open. The Egg Crepe with Corn, Tuna, and Bacon is snack sized. It's already cut into slices, so it's easier to eat. Every bite had all the fillings + green onions. Never had this combination of fillings before and it was a fun experience. It was lightly salted that paired well with the stronger flavors in the dipping sauce, which was garlicky, sweet, and tangy. Toasted Signature Pork Sandwich - 3 layers of fillings between 4 slices of bread. It had pork, ham, egg, cucumber, tomato, onion, and mayo. The meats are savory and juicy, especially the pork patty. The veggies are so fresh and the mayo brings everything together. The bread is well toasted, not soggy at all, and held all the fillings firmly. All crusts are cut off and the entire sandwich is cut in half for easier eating too - much appreciated. The breakfast items were not too heavy, but still filling. The Black Pepper Noodle with Egg is teppan style, which reminds me of the night markets with hot sizzling metal plates. It has minced pork, mushrooms, caramelized onions, garlic, and black pepper sauce. The mouth-watering sauce is so savory and fragrant. Lots of black pepper, can really taste and see it. I love how saucy this dish is and the noodles really soaked up the flavor well. Definitely get the extra fried egg on top, it's part of the classic experience. HUGE portion size, ended up splitting it into 3 meals (no complaints here!). Iced Milk Tea. I got the larger size 20oz/700cc (smaller size is 16oz/500cc). You can also make additional customizations for the sugar and ice levels. Mines was 50% sugar, no ice. Perfect amount of sweetness to me where you can still taste the tea more. It had good strength, not watered down. Super refreshing after a hot meal. You also get a $0.50 discount on the drink with a meal order. Great menu selections, website was easy to navigate. Convenient to place an order online and pickup. Fast service, everything was ready when we arrived. Takeout containers have cute stickers. They have cozy and trendy vibes with authentic flavors. Really makes me miss the tastes of Taiwan!

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    4.2(1.3k reviews)
    6.4 mi
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    Family-owned & operated
    Speaks Mandarin

    Not a lot of options for Taiwanese street food in Fremont, especially stinky tofu. There is one…read moreplace that I know of just a quick drive away. We'd been to Milk & Honey a few times for their prepared bento takeout, but this was our first time dining in. We ordered the salt & pepper mushrooms, stir-fried string beans, garlic eggplant, Sichuan chicken, minced pork over rice, a combo noodle dish, and of course, the fermented stinky tofu. Everything was delicious and when you can satisfy a craving...everything just hits different What really made the meal memorable though, was the hospitality. The owner was incredibly warm and attentive, checking in on every table throughout the evening. At one point, she noticed our minced pork rice looked a little light on the gravy (something we hadn't even noticed ourselves). Without us saying a word, she headed back to the kitchen and returned with an extra serving of the pork topping to make sure it was just right. As the dinner rush slowed, she spent time chatting with us about our recent trip to Taiwan, sharing stories about Taiwanese food and what makes the cuisine so special. By the end of the meal, it didn't feel like we were dining at a restaurant--it felt like we were having dinner at an auntie's house, enjoying great food and even better conversation. Great food is easy to appreciate. Genuine hospitality is much harder to find. Milk & Honey gave us both, and we'll definitely be back (and look forward to dine in more often)

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    Chef Cho

    4.0(250 reviews)
    5.3 mi
    $$

    Really great authentic chinese food here. I would come here simply for the stinky tofu that is hard…read moreto find here in the states. I also loved the wall with messages about their love for stinky tofu. I'm definitely one of those aficionados!! We ordered a lot of dishes and they were all yummy: *oyster pancake *3 cups flavored chicken & mushroom *stinky tofu *dumplings *pan fried buns *spicy intestines pot *beef pancake roll *sticky rice Would definitely be back for my stinky tofu & taiwanese food fix

    I had high hopes, as the Chinese bane of this restaurant is of the famous night market of my home…read moretown. I was not expecting great service as soon as we walked in. It was a bit unorganized and people walking around but not sure where to seat us. We finally got seated and had to wait a while and waved down people a few times to get out orders in. It is okay, I am here for the good, not the service after all. Right? I was disappointed. The oyster pancake was extremely fishy. The rice cake (well not really a cake but inverted sticky rice cup) was cold and where is the pork floss? The chicken rolls were decent, the best dish. I didn't try the fried intestines but was told there were okay. The stinky tofu not really stinky. I think it is because we are in the US and many restaurants stopped selling this due to complaints. I can take that but the dipping sauce was lacking with no garlic flavor. The other items were nothing to write home about. We were waiting for our stir fried seafood noodles and finally waved down someone only to find out it is out, but no one told us. So we ordered pork chop bento as we saw the next table had one and the portion was amazing. Well, someone must have eaten our order in the kitchen as ours was half of the size as what we saw from the other table. The decor was very simple and as with most Asian restaurant it was noisy. But I was there for the food so no problem. But the food didn't deliver.

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    3.8(117 reviews)
    6.5 mi
    $$

    Taiwan Porridge is an affordable meal with a great variety of options for vegan, vegetarian, and…read moreother palates. Usually to start your order, you pick a base between rice and porridge (the porridge is bland with pumpkin mixed in, which is how it's traditionally prepared and a good balance for the more flavorful dishes, but be aware) and then you can select what ever number of sides from the entrees available in the service pans behind the counter. You can also order some select items as well off the menu, but what's already out there is perfect serviceable on its own. The portions provided per entree have always been fair, and they always give a generous amount of rice/porridge. There's a great lunch deal and late-night dinner discount. Would definitely recommend if you're looking to eat out, but need to keep an eye on your budget.

    I honestly can't believe I never knew this place existed! I am a huge fan of porridge, and this is…read moreofficially my new favorite spot. The first thing I noticed is how spacious the restaurant is. It's clean, open, and has a great atmosphere. If you've had a "crazy night out" and are looking to recover from a hangover, this is exactly where you need to be. There's something about that warm, soupy bowl of porridge that just brings you back to life the next day. The best part about this place is the variety. You get your porridge and then you head to the counter to pick out all the different sides to eat with it. We went with a solid mix: Braised Squid Perfectly tender and savory. I got the Chinese Squash with Scrambled Egg which a great, light comfort dish that goes perfectly with the texture of the porridge. Also get the anchovies these added that perfect salty crunch. I can't remember the name for these Crunchy Black Mushrooms but these had a great "snap" to them and were soaked in flavor. If you love Taiwan-style porridge or just need a solid meal to settle your stomach, you have to check this place out. The selection is huge, the portions are great, and I felt 100% better by the time I walked out. I'll definitely be a regular here!

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    Duan's Kitchen

    4.0(184 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5…read more Ambiance: 4/5 Stumbled upon this restaurant because I was grabbing matcha nearby! Decided to stop by and check it out. Vibes were clean and casual but also had upscale decor elements. Wontons with Chili Oil Sauce: 5/5 No complaints! It hit the spot. Wontons had the perfect combo of shrimp and pork in each bit I took. Braised Beef Trio Noodle Soup with Handmade noodles: 4/5 Soup was okay, beef was tender, but the noodles were a bit al dente to my liking. I wish it had more sourness to the soup. Needs some pickled veggies. - Sauce for all the Braised items were a bit to salty. Braise Pork Intestine: 4/5 It was alright. Braise Beef Tripe: 3/5 This was veryyyy soft. Braised Egg: 3/5 The egg was overcooked. Braised Bean Curd: 2/5 Didn't realize this was taiwanese bean curd. I was thinking that this would be a thinner version.

    I came around 1:45pm on Saturday and didn't have to wait in line. Note that they have a lunch break…read morestarting at 2:30pm. My friends and I each got a beef noodle soup and a pork chop fried rice to share. We also split the century egg with tofu appetizer (15% off with entree order). Ironically enough, the fried rice was my favorite. It was seasoned really well, wasn't too oily, but had that wok aroma. The pork chop was also seasoned well and the meat was high quality. I got the beef shank noodle soup with flat noodles. I am a wider noodle type of gal, but I think I would go with the thin noodles next time. Those feel more inherently "correct" for a beef noodle soup dish. I got 3 decently sized pieces of meat. Meat was really tender. Overall a delicious experience. Definitely one of my favorite beef noodle soup spots in the bay. It was $18 for the beef shank noodle soup. A bit pricier but a decent amount of food.

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    3.3(264 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    When you walk in you already know the food is going to be bomb and affordable because it looks a…read morelittle bit outdated and the service is a little bit on the slower side because it's just one person taking orders as well serving people and bringing the food out which is crazy. . Some of the items that we got to try is their sticky rice with a Chinese donut inside with some Park floss and it was so good because it's a little bit different it has a little extra pickle inside which is really great for the little salty crunchy bites texture and flavor. . Also they do have your eggs and Chive pancakes which is really made to order fresh and I love getting it with breakfast item or even a snack as well. . I really enjoyed their oyster noodle soup and I do love the oyster bits inside as well the noodles are a little bit on the longer side and I wish it was a little bit shorter and cut up but the flavor of it is really great and they do have your red vinegar on the table which you can spice it up a little bit. . I really do like the Ambiance here it is really casual to your quick fast Eatery pick up and they have a lot of food that is ready to be picked up as well. If you're looking for something homie and cozy and reminds you of home which is like Taiwanese eat it is a place to go visit in the Bay Area. Hope this helps and thanks for reading and have a yeptastic day.

    The Red Oil Wontons (chao shou) really packs flavor! The wontons are wonderfully savory and juicy…read moreinside. The dipping sauce punches your senses with chili oil, vinegar, and garlic. It is kind of spicy and clears your sinuses, so be ready with tissues or napkins! The peanuts and green onions on top provide good crunch and texture to the dish. Each wonton was decent sized, very filling overall. Side note - I like that they double wrapped the container, so it doesn't spill or leak. At the front counter, they have many boxes of apps and side dishes already made and ready to eat. This includes rice dumplings, radish cakes, meatballs (ba wan), rice rolls, poached chicken, pig ear, tofu skin, braised wheat gluten, steamed buns, cucumbers, and black fungus. So convenient to just quickly select some to eat immediately. You can also order fresh hot food from their large menu. They're always busy with long lines, however their service is fast so you don't have to wait long. Most people take their food to go, but there are a few tables inside for dine in too. Very casual environment, kind of a hole in the wall place. It is in the middle of a large shopping center next to Osaka Marketplace with many parking spots. I will be back to try their premade foods!

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    Steamed buns (top), meatball/ba wan (bottom)

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    Bing's Dumpling

    Bing's Dumpling

    4.0(1k reviews)
    6.4 mi
    $$

    This is my first time at Bing's and it seems like from reviews, there's been a change in ownership…read moreand quality of food. I am no OG attendee but...I personally thought their dumplings were AMAZING! I was craving xiao long baos so bad. Their XLB was the best I've had in the bay--when I bit into the skin, it was a mouthful of delicious broth. Many other XLB spots could barely produce as much broth as Bing's. The skin was also perfectly QQ. We also ordered their classic pork and cabbage dumplings. Wow. So flavorful and clean. They don't skimp on the meat portions here, that's for sure. Lastly, we got their braised beef noodle soup. Noodles were consistent and QQ, though the broth was a little bland. Albeit, this is a dumpling spot after all! Service was great--food came out super fast and water was always refilled. Perhaps the establishment has taken in the feedback already bc tbh I am not seeing what the negative reviews were talking about hahaha! Perfect mom and pop vibes all around! I WILL BE COMING BACK

    It's been several years since I've been to Bing's Dumpling, so I was looking forward to coming…read moreback. I had heard there was new ownership and was hoping the XLB would be similar to what I remembered from before. Bing's is a fairly small restaurant, and I remember there usually being a good number of people waiting for a table during my previous visits. Unfortunately, that was certainly not an issue this time. We arrived right at 11am, when they opened, and were the first customers. The workers were still preparing to open, but we were seated. We waited about 5-7 minutes before we were given menus. Around 11:27am, two more parties arrived, and it remained quiet with just us three parties there during our visit. We ordered two orders of the regular pork soup dumplings (XLB). Our server was nice and poured us water, and all of the workers were friendly and kind throughout our visit. Unfortunately, the XLB were disappointing. There was little to no soup inside, the pork filling was dry, and the skin was noticeably too thick. The flavor was still slightly there, which gave me a bit of the taste I remembered, but the thick skin and dryness were too significant to ignore. Overall, this unfortunately did not feel like the same Bing's Dumpling I remember from years ago. I really wanted to like the XLB, but they fell short of what it used to be. The friendly and kind service was definitely a positive, but the XLB were the main reason for the visit, and they just weren't there this time.

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    Bing's Dumpling - Inside. You can see the open kitchen.

    Inside. You can see the open kitchen.

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    4.4(98 reviews)
    2.5 mi
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    Just a quick update…read more We had just finished climbing Mission Peak and we were in need of boba and sustenance. So EAT Up in 99 Ranch is always a great option. The only thing is parking is always quite challenging and even more so on a weekend and Wushiland doing a grand opening. Luckily we caught someone leaving as we pulled into one of the rows. Inside, Shihlin has a kiosk and you basically order there or online if you're heading over and don't want to wait. To be honest it didn't take super long to get our food. I had ordered the Treasure Rice Box this time round and well I clearly don't know how to read as I thought it said you can cut the chicken in half or keep it whole. It was actually cut in half or fully cut. *shakes head* So I would've gotten it fully cut for easier eating but the half cut wasn't bad an option as it did keep the meat more warm so I was able to save half for my other half. The mild spicy was a bit more like medium in my opinion and I did less seasoning and it felt like normal. So if you're sensitive to spiciness, I would not get any spiciness on it cause mild was kind of still pretty intense. The one thing they did up their game with is the bag! The bag is stinking cute. Too bad I spilled my boba in it. Ugh Otherwise I would've totally reused it. Anyways, I'm still happy this is here and a mainstay.

    Usually Shihlin is my family's favorite popcorn chicken place, but our recent visit was quite…read moredisappointing. The cashier asked what we wanted and said they'd "make it" while we ordered on the kiosk, but brought it out as soon as we were done paying. We've never gotten our food THAT fast before, but didn't think much of it as and walked out. We should've been more suspicious because as soon as we ate a piece, it was clear that this was some previously-made order that was sitting around that they reheated. The flavor was there, but it was soggy and barely warm. We're used to getting our Shihlin hot & fresh, and this location used to do that, but it seems like you should be wary nowadays...

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    Shihlin Taiwan Street Snacks - Front counter

    Front counter

    Shihlin Taiwan Street Snacks - Chicken pancake, popcorn chicken

    Chicken pancake, popcorn chicken

    Shihlin Taiwan Street Snacks - Chicken Pancake ($13)

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    Chicken Pancake ($13)

    Cafe Mei - breakfast_brunch - Updated September 2026

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