The Empanada Stand has chosen the Bay Area as their first US location! These gourmet Empanadas were…read morefirst born in Buenos Aires (currently with two locations) and are now made fresh from scratch in Livermore, CA. They are available for local pickup or delivery with options of freshly made or frozen (should you decide to buy in bulk or save them for another day). We chose to go with the frozen option so that we could save them in our freezer for dinner the next week. They were so easy to cook in the airfryer and we didn't even have to defrost them! The crust was amazing, super flaky and reminded us of chicken pot pie crust. The filling of each empanada was full of flavor and well seasoned. * Carne a Cuchillo (steak) * Samosa * Aji de Gallina (Peruvian chicken) * The Burrito (mexican rice, beans, avocado, carne asada) * Corned Beef Hash & Eggs * Jamon y Queso (ham & cheese)

The best empanadas I've ever had! I really appreciated all of the different flavors they had. The…read moredough that is used is really *chef's kiss* - can't wait till I can get my hands on some again!

Hired them for a corporate event on lunch time. Very professional. Great communication. Hassle…read morefree. Food was amazing and everyone was happy. Would/will hire again.

Gluten free empanadas? Say less! We were wandering through the San Ramon farmers market when we…read morespotted Crazy Empanadas, and the long line instantly felt like a good sign. We grabbed their 3 for $14 deal and went with one veggie, one beef, and one chicken. Our order came out quickly, complete with a couple of hot sauces. The first thing we noticed was how hot and fresh everything was. We didn't realize all their empanadas come with potatoes mixed in with the protein, it was delicious! The beef was hands down our favorite, super juicy and packed with flavor and every empanada had that perfect crunchy outer shell. We will definitely be back for our empanada fix!

The hours for pickup from this vendor at Amuse Kitchen are very limited, only available in the late…read moreevening midweek. When I arrived, the doors were locked, but I rang the bell outside and was let in. My online order wasn't ready so I waited in the lobby where there were a few chairs set up. It was musty inside and slightly uncomfortable on this hot day, but at least the small space was clean and inviting. Even though my order wasn't ready till 10 minutes after my pickup time, staff was warm and friendly in our brief interactions on site, so I wasn't disappointed with the service. I tried four different empanadas from their menu. The mushroom, ham & cheese, and deep fried cheesy empanadas were super tasty, made fresh with quality ingredients, lots of flavor packed into a flaky shell, it's hard to pick a fave among these three. The deep fried beef empanada was my least favorite, the consistency was off, and I'm not even sure it was properly prepared or cooked all the way, as it was slightly cold, barely lukewarm, in the middle. The milder of their two sauces (huacatay) was indeed mild, lacking in any spice at all, it really didn't taste like anything to me. Luckily, the empanadas were good without it. I had a satisfying experience overall.

We were very excited for empanadas, especially Peruvian ones! My sweetie and I are big on Peruvian…read morefood. The empanadas were solid. We purchased (2) classic beef, (2) mushroom, and split the Aji de Gallina. Stars off for: -They have weird hours, open only after 7. So no lunch hours, and tbh not very convenient for dinner. -Aji de Gallina and Mushroom was dry, especially Aji -Order didn't come with any sauce! We were super excited for the sauces. I ended up making my own sauce at home with aji amarillo paste and Kewpie mayo. -a bit expensive. With delivery its too expensive to be a snack, but also too expensive to be dinner for more than 2 people. Its nice for an occasional treat/craving

Great Argentinean restaurant situated in downtown Pleasanton. We came in for dinner as a party of 5…read moreand were able to get seats without needing to wait at 5:30pm on a Sunday night. We were seated in the very cute outdoor patio, there was plenty of shade so even though it was pretty warm out we were pretty comfortable. We shared the BBQ platter which was perfect for 3 meat eaters and my partner had the vegetarian mushroom pasta. The platter was great, the beef especially was perfectly medium rare and was tender thru every bite. The roasted vegetables included in the platter included Brussel sprouts and cauliflower which were also beautifully caramelized. My partner enjoyed her mushroom pasta, the ridges on the pasta absorbed every bit of the delicious white sauce. Happy to come back, I think the patio space makes it perfect for families of all ages. Looking forward to trying some cocktails next time.

Brava is such a cute find in downtown Pleasanton. It looks like a hole in the wall from the outside…read morebut once you walk in there's this lovely garden vibe that makes it feel really charming. The menu is on the healthier side -- salads, power bowls, sandwiches, very cafe-forward. But the star is the handmade pasta, made fresh every day, and you can absolutely taste the difference. So good. Only gripe is the service is really slow, so don't come if you're in a rush. But if you have the time to sit and enjoy the atmosphere, it's a lovely little spot

4.5/5 First time…read morehere and was pretty quiet on a Monday night. Inside was so colorful with plenty of seating. Staff was very patient and gave great recommendations. The table ordered the jerk chicken, 2 coconut salmons, 2 P.O.G.s and I ordered a paella oyo! There were rave reviews from the group for the plantains. Everyone enjoyed their meal and it was a very cozy warm experience. The paella was so crispy, the corn was delicious and it was flavorful! Excited to eat my left overs.

We had a great experience at Oyo! The drinks and food were excellent, and every single dish we…read moreordered really hit the mark. The Food: Street Food Double: The chutneys were incredibly flavorful, pairing perfectly with the well-cooked chickpeas. The bara pockets were wonderfully soft and delicious. Beef Patties: The pastry was beautifully crisp and savory. The spiced short rib filling was a total delight--it had a nice kick to it without being overly spicy, which I loved. Oxtail Stew: Generous portion size with plenty of chunky meat that literally falls off the bone. It was perfectly marinated in a great blend of spices. Pairing the stew with a side of their coconut rice is highly recommended! Banana Bread Pudding: Having heard so much hype about this, it was just alright for me. It was cooked perfectly and I appreciated that it wasn't overly sweet, but it lacked a real wow factor. The Drinks: Red Wine Sangria: Really nice, refreshing, and fruity. Chase The Devil: Fun to try if you want something different, and it has a decent kick, but I would probably skip it next time. The restaurant itself is spacious with plenty of seating. On top of that, the servers are friendly, attentive, and incredibly helpful. Definitely worth a visit!

Had a great time getting fresh produce and eating too there. I love farmers market. All the…read morevendors. All the fresh fruit vegetables and food. Its a great way to know your getting the freshest produce and other stuff!

What a great find! We have been going here alot lately and I already have favorites. The…read morestrawberries from the first stall when you enter is the best, I think hey are much sweeter than the strawberries from Rodriguez Farm. The grapes from the grape guy are huge and sweet. I love how the grapes are layed out on the table. We get pastries from Star Bakery, and tea is great at Chafolio. We also like the dumplings at the dumpling stall. The market is also pretty clean, with plenty of walking space. Not overaly crowded (atlest as we have seen) compared to some I have been to. There are plenty other stalls here, please check it out if you are in the area.

We discovered Harina on a visit to the Niles Farmers Market in Fremont one Saturday morning. Upon…read moreperusing through their selection of baked goods, we decided one of everything would be a good way to sample their treats. We got: - ube mochi (5/5) - ube spiral croissant (5/5) - adobo pandesal (5/5) - chicken empanada (5/5) - beef empanada (5/5) Everything sold here was an absolute winner! The next time Harina is at the farmers market, we are making a beeline for them. They sell out of items, so be sure to go to them first and early! The staff were so welcoming and pleasant and approachable enough to answer any questions one might have about their offerings.

I love coming here for a kinako kakigori, both the food and the service is refreshing and calming…read more Kamurocho is a small shop and the ambiance reminds me of small town shops in Japan. Their coffee drinks are strong enough to wake up Snorlax! The cost is relative to its location, so be mindful that the South Bay and the peninsula may have more economic and competitive pricing.

Tri Valley temps were hitting almost 100 so wanted something to cool down. Found this highly rated…read moreplace on yelp. They sell a ham & cheese croissant, coffees, teas, lattes, and four flavors of Japanese shaved ice called kakigori, which is the star of the show. The texture of this shaved ice is like fluffy cool softness that melts in your mouth. It is different than the traditional shaved ice and it is far from a snow cone. We ordered mango and kinako (a roasted soybean flour commonly mixed with sugar). These are large desserts! It takes time to make them since there are fresh ingredients inside. The mango was superb with little bits of fresh mango buried inside the ice. Not sickeningly sweet like the syrups most places use. My husband's had little mochi pieces mixed inside. It is common to add kinako to mochi so this was a bonus and a nice surprise. The kinako dessert was sweeter than the mango. Please know that there seems to be no a/c in this little shop but she has fans going. We went in the late afternoon so it was really uncomfortable inside. I had to leave and wait outside until the dessert was ready. It's hard to take these home as it melts fast so we sat inside to enjoy them. It was like heaven in my mouth and it cooled me down instantly. You must be patient as it takes at least 10-15 minutes for her to prepare the desserts but it is worth the wait! There is a small parking lot right in front shared with other businesses. Located right off the freeway behind Burger King.

Casual breakfast restaurant, just frustrating to wait in the line on weekends otherwise excellent…read morefood with reasonable prices.

Great find on our way home. About a mile and a half off the highway. A bit hidden in shopping…read morecenter, but look for white umbrellas. Ordering is done at the counter and food is brought to your table. On a Monday, late morning, there was a line outside the door, but it moved quickly. Food took a bit longer to come out, but everything was hot and fresh....very enjoyable. The menu offered a nice variety. Overall, loved this spot and would definitely return when in the area.