Really amazing breakfast place that has been around since the 90s. The service is so speedy and…read moreseamless between staff from the moment we walked in, everyone is so attentive. The food came in what felt like a few minutes after we ordered and everything was hot and comforting. I ordered the country fried steak which comes with toast, potatoes and eggs your way. The gravy was so smooth and done well, the potatoes are sweetened which was interesting. The only reason this wasn't a 5 star for me was the country fried steak wasn't the tastiest, it was okay but the best that I've had in terms of texture and seasoning. I am very opened to returning to try their omelette. Portions are big here.

step foot in country way and you'll have your patriotism (or any remainder of it after the past…read moreyear) tested. it reeks of cigarettes and buttcheeks and the dishes presented look like all american slop. does it taste good? no! but in some ways you'll rediscover your love of america right in this little establishment. it's the place of memories, whether you want to reminisce or create new ones. this is the place you go when you're hungover, or when you're a broke teenager looking for a place to loiter with your massive friend group (there's only two girls, you have a crush on one of them, she's probably gay), or when you come back from a trip abroad in a country that does not have enough grease in their local cooking. you come to celebrate your 95 year old grandma's birthday (by the way she doesn't remember your name), and to go out with your football team (apparently your team has done well this season; coach naively offers to treat, so everyone except coach orders three dishes each and complains of hunger an hour after eating), and to meet up with random friends of your parents (you didn't even know they existed, and they spend an hour commenting on the following: your height, love life, and college applications). either way you want some cheap, easy, horrible food. you choke down your dish that's got oil puddles on the side and mysterious radioactive sauces because the portions are huge and binge eating is nigh. you save half, or a quarter, or maybe none of your dish for later, knowing that you will most definitely forget about the leftovers and trash them when they turn moldy. this is a true diner - arguably one of the most waffle house-esque establishments in fremont, and thus a quintessential american experience. you have to live it to understand it all: the questionably quick service, the servers stacking full plates on one arm, the pile of smuckers jam on every table, the chattering in multiple languages, and most importantly the trashy food. so would i encourage you to come here? ideally not at all! you will be disappointed beyond measure. but if you're like me and disillusioned with your american-ness you can come here and renew your patriotism. 3 stars for the experience.

Passed by Skillet'z in Niles and randomly stopped in for brunch--so glad I did!…read moreEverything we ordered was actually really good and hit the spot. The Bravo omelet was super soft and fluffy, loaded with mushrooms, tomatoes, avocado, and bacon--really fresh and not heavy at all. The New York steak sandwich was super satisfying, with big chunky pieces of steak and avocado that made it extra good. And the coulotte steak was cooked perfectly--tender, flavorful, and just really well done overall. Definitely a great little brunch spot if you're in the area.

We were looking for a family friendly brunch experience before hitting up the Niles Farmer's Market…read moreand found Skillet'z Cafe just around the corner. Luckily there was no line at 8:30 in the morning on a Saturday. Rating Breakdown: 1/2 Stars for Taste -- The menu is HUGE and it was difficult to pick just one thing to order. I ended up choosing the Tio Pancho because I can never resist biscuits and gravy. The scramble itself was good, I'm a big fan of their chorizo as it's not overpoweringly sour/tangy like some other places. It was also mild enough that my kids were able to try a little. I opted for the hash browns which added a nice crispiness into the mix. I would actually skip the biscuits and gravy next time -- the biscuits are on the cake-y side and the gravy is a bit bland. My husband ordered the Mexican chicken fried steak. The steak itself was also bland, but it was fine paired with the chorizo and sauce on top. Their hashbrowns are crispy on the outside but made thick with a more mushy inside, not our favorite. My husband's sunny side eggs were also a bit underdone, the egg whites were still runny. We were both fans of the salsa that came on the side. For the kiddos, we got one pancake. We're glad we only got one because it was literally the same size as the dinner plate it came on. It was super fluffy and thiccccc, just how I love it. It was also not too sweet by itself so I felt less bad about giving it to the kiddos. I would say the dishes are served "rustic", it's not the most instagrammable if that matters to you, but it is a mountain of food and a veritable feast. 1/1 Stars for Value -- It's about $20 per entree and the serving sizes are humongous. Definitely enough to share or take home as leftovers. Coffee was $4 but it was actually good coffee, not the watery stuff diners sometimes serve. It only cost $3.95 to upgrade the side of toast to a pancake, which is a steal...I mean, why wouldn't you do it? 1/1 Stars for Customer Service -- The food came out unbelievably quickly. We literally said "That can't be it" when we saw them bringing it over. This place is optimized for efficiency -- everything from seating, serving, coffee refills, to bringing the bill was streamlined yet not rushed. Bonus star because we would come back when we are craving brunch. We would come early to avoid the lines.

Food was very good and our server, Loreza was exceptional! I give her 10 stars!!! Will definitely…read morerecommend this restaurant to friends!

Had a breakfast date this morning at Bill's Café and overall it was a great experience. We were…read moreseated right away, offered coffee, and brought water immediately. We did have a bit of a wait before our server came by, so we asked a few staff members for assistance. A gentleman named Daniel stepped in, went to find our server, and when he couldn't locate them, he kindly took our order himself. Daniel checked on us several times throughout breakfast and gave truly excellent service. The food also came out pretty quickly, and the French toast was amazing as always. Huge thank you again to Daniel for helping make our breakfast date such a pleasant start to the day!

Came here with a friend who absolutely loves this place, so naturally he was pretty excited to show…read moreme what the breakfast hype was all about. Walking in, the place had that classic Black Bear Diner feel -- cozy, welcoming, and full of that hearty breakfast energy that makes you feel like you're about to leave happy and full. My buddy went with the 3-egg combo omelet with hash browns, and I ordered an omelet loaded with a few different kinds of meat. Both plates knocked it out of the park. Everything was cooked perfectly, hot, and packed with flavor. The hash browns had that great crispy texture and the omelets were big, hearty, and exactly what you want when you're in the mood for a solid breakfast. The service here was excellent and very attentive. Our waiter was fantastic and kept checking in on us to make sure everything was good without ever being overbearing. The whole place was very clean and well organized, which always makes the experience that much better. Parking was easy to find and the location was simple to get in and out of. If you're in Fremont and craving a big, classic breakfast that hits the spot, this is definitely a solid place to stop. I can see why my friend keeps coming back.

Food was utter garbage! Ordered the prime rib which had no flavor whatsoever; ordered med-rare and…read moregave me med-well. You could tell the night cooks didnt care by the way it all tasted bad. Didnt help I had to keep asking for stuff to the waiter ex. Refill Shouldve went to Dennys; wont make that mistake again. For a worthless $30 ribeye they should feel ashamed. Had to take it to my dog who eats anything. I would think twice about coming here. Feel like I got ripped off! Update May 23; emailed them May 13th they dont respond to emails whatsoever even though they ask to be emailed to have a chance to fix it. Its just a generic statement to sound like they are doing something!

Hands down my favorite breakfast (and lunch) spot in fremont. All the food is delicious! Always…read morecooked fresh and to order. The French toast and breakfast burrito are great - but my lunch favorites the Hawaiian bbq sand. and the Philly cheese are my go to. And they will serve them any time of day! The service is always top notch! It's a family owned and run place and everyone is always so nice, and the food always comes out FAST! My kids love coming here and I actually get to relax when I bring them here. Added bonus is during the weekdays if you buy 2 adult meals you get a free kids meal - so my family comes here often! 10/10 recommend!

We drive by this cafe so many times we finally got to try it. I heard Cabrilla Park Cafe used to be…read morein another location, fire broke and they ended up moving to this location. The inside is nice, not as large as I thought it would be but still plenty of tables. We were seated right away even on a busy Sunday morning. We ordered French toast, biscuits and gravy, and chicken fried steak. Order didn't take too long. The biscuits and gravy was disappointing. Seems like Hawaiian rolls instead of biscuits. Super soft, broke apart easy. The gravy was a bit salty, and not much meat, looks like bacon instead of sausage. French toast was delicious, nicely caramelized on the outside, not too soaked in the egg mixture. I asked for strawberries and cream but got strawberries and whipped butter with it. Not too angry still tasted good. The chicken fried steak was good, huge plate, huge serving. Overall the experience was good, service was good, they came to refill our coffee too.

Best breakfast in Fremont!…read more After driving past multiple times, we decided to try out the last breakfast restaurant we haven't tried in Fremont and it did not disappoint. We were seated immediately and the staff were extremely nice. The Dinos country fried steak special was delicious and full of flavor. It wasn't anywhere near as salty as I expected with the bacon and country fried steak and cheese in it. They put the perfect amount of butter on the toast that guarantees a happy food dance. When you ask for crispy bacon, you get CRISPY BACON. We have not had any that gets it as crispy and perfect. When you order anything with fruit, it's an actual array of fruit and not like 4 pieces of melon and 1 strawberry. Our waitress was extremely helpful with all our questions and very kind. The rest of the staff were very present and easy to flag over for any questions or requests. Our drinks were constantly being filled and plates were being cleared very swiftly. If you order anything to go or as a side to your meal, please try the blue cheese dressing. It's made in house and was so good we had to ask for some to go. I can't wait to go back. So delicious!!

Dino's is great. Love how it's one of the few old school diner that have been able to stay in…read morebusiness for so long. It's crazy how it took us so long to finally go check them out. Large portions, basic menu items. It's what you would expect from a diner. Plenty of parking, really small waiting area inside. Family owned business. We didn't have to wait long for a table for our family. We'll definitely be back to support this local diner.

Great dining spot in the area I heard about from my friends who's a regular here. Staff was very…read morenice to give us a large seating area since we went with group of 5 and had helmets/backpacks to put down. They refilled our soda, water, and coffee very quick when they saw it empty! They kept refilling until I gestured I'm done after I drank my sprite the third time; amazing service without getting in your face. My partner and I had sweet potato fries and the serving size was good for the price. The serving sizes other menu items my friends ordered were very good as well. The atmosphere feels great and the staff was very friendly. I would go back especially because I forgot to take pictures to include in this review!

I heard from a friend they have been around for a long time but this is my first time here…read more I ordered coulette steak, it was tender and so good. Crab Benedict was delicious too. Service was great! They are a gem in the himble Union City. My overall experience is a 5 until I needed to pay the bill.

We are so happy to return to East Bay Cafe Depot for the best silog/ Filipino breakfast plates in…read moreFremont! The original management seems to be back and I am so happy there is an authentic Filipino breakfast spot to come back to. My husband and I both really enjoyed our tocino silog with garlic rice and 2 perfect fried eggs. I really enjoyed the tomato and the spice vinegar along side it. The portions are great, and we left with to-go boxes. Really enjoyed the equator coffee as well. We will be back, and look forward to trying the homemade corned beef. Thank you East Bay Cafe Depot! So glad you are part of the Fremont Community.

Super cute and unique brunch spot! It's right next to the Amtrak train tracks and has a cute…read moreold-timey vibe. The owners are extremely friendly and welcoming. Indoor and outdoor seating both available. Came by for a Saturday lunch and they said the food will take ~45 mins. They were very grateful for our patience and even threw in a plate of sweet pork longanisa on the house for the wait! We shared the pork adobo island d-lite and the Hawaiian char siu chicken burrito. I really enjoyed the pork adobo, it had melt in mouth texture and great flavorful and went really well with the garlic rice. The Hawaiian char siu chicken burrito was good too but I liked the pork adobo plate more. The service was wonderful and they really make you feel at home. Very kind folks, definitely come support them!

I've been here a handful of times now but after today, it cementede opinion of this place for…read morebreakfast. This place is among the best breakfast spots in the area. I'm a big country gravy guy and always felt like their gravy was special. I found out today that their gravy is homemade, which explained why it tasted so good. Add that stuff on anything and it will be delicious. Gravy love, aside, there menu is pretty expansive but not overwhelming. You'll get your usual stuff like pancakes, waffles, Benedicts, omlette, and. scrambles. They cover a lot of items and I'll definitely be back to try more, especially their crab cake Benedict and patty melt. I'm particularly mad that I forgot my server's name, I do remember she had teal streaks in her hair. She was probably one of the nicest servers I have ever met. She was helpful with explaining the menu, made sure we were good on condiments and refills, and was the perfect amount of fun and professionalism. Breakfast spots but seem like a dime a dozen but in this economy, you gotta set yourself apart from the rest and this place definitely does just that with their food and service.

I've come here twice and both times were a different experience…read more The first time I came here with a few friends, we didn't have any issues. We didn't wait that long, maybe 10 minutes? It was also memorial Day weekend. And our server was really nice and food came out pretty quick. The second time I came here, my experience was completely different. We were put on the wait list which was almost a 30-minute wait. It was pretty busy that day, Sunday around brunch. We were seated in a table where one side is a booth and the other side is a chair, but you can tell that they just wanted to cram as many tables as they could in the restaurant. The spacing in between the tables to our sides was so small, we had to physically move our table just to get in and out of the booth. And we did the same thing when other tables were getting out of the booth. It was also really loud in there. We didn't really like it since we were there to have a nice, chill brunch. We could barely hear each other talking. The service was really slow and it was hard to flag down our server. The food was good and reasonably priced, but the space and ambiance wasn't what we hoped it would be. Another downside is the parking lot. There are so many shops in one small plaza, they didn't plan enough parking spaces for customers. We noticed people having to park in the plaza next door, which I wasn't sure if we were allowed to do. So we just had to drive around the plaza and find whatever spot we could. After being there twice, I don't think I would eat at the restaurant again. I would maybe order to go, but since we don't live in the area it's not likely we would drive all the way there to pick up food.

I'm a very happy American enjoying my big breakfast on a rainy day this morning. I never visited…read moreMil's Diner in Milpitas in the past 16-17 years since working and living in the area, but I knew that I would eventually check them out someday. Good choice. No lines and no crowds on a rainy day morning with plenty of available parking spots in the huge lot. Nothing attractive on the outside in this old popular plaza. The place turned out great with the old fashioned retro red color style interior and the experience was wonderful. Good vibes and positive feelings when walking into it. My lady server provided excellent service and the Hispanic male worker was quick and efficient. Place is clean and menu had good variety of selections. Breakfast is served all day while lunch items start at 11am. My breakfast was very fulfilling and total was $25.30 with everything included. I paid in cash and tipped them $5. Loved my sweet lady server. There was another older woman at the cash register. She's a local as well. I really enjoyed the stop. I had the Fajitas Omelette breakfast and the steak meats in it were very generous. Delicious breakfast exactly as I had expected. My onions green peppers potatoes were perfect with a side of salsa. Sourdough toast was delicious with the garlic butter taste. I really came for my favorite hot chocolate with whipped cream in the morning. I do miss big American breakfasts, especially in these old fashioned and traditional retro spots. Love it. Why didn't I visit this place much earlier? Because they're always busy or full inside and the plaza parking is usually congested with heavy traffic here. Overall, I love the vibes and the service. It's one of those places where you can just have normal casual conversations with the staffs working inside if you are open to it. Beautiful diner. Yes, I will be revisiting in the future. If you love huge food portions, there's great value here. One plate can easily be shared between two people. Nice.

I thought I was the only one but after reading the reviews I feel a little better about my dining…read moreexperience. After we ordered our food, I switched ketchup bottles with the table next to mine because I wanted a fuller bottle, and the fat lady worker scolds me - "hey don't just put an empty bottle on another table" with a snarky attitude. Hey you trashy haired lady, I don't work here, don't tell me what to do. Most of the workers are nice but that old bag had some self-righteous attitude. Seen it a few times before too, with her gross ass make up. If you're so concerned about the ketchup bottles why don't you do your own damn job and make sure they're full, you lazy cow. She kind of ruined my meal, but I'm glad to hear other people complain about her rude behavior. She's probably a miserable sack of potatoes that's mad at herself because she doesn't know how to put down the fork.