THIS IS SIKH RELIGIOUS PLACE. NOT A PICNIC SPOT. Some racist people just posting reviews for no reason. These Sikh Gurdwaras , providing FREE MEAL 3 times a day, EVERY THING IS FREE. FOID WATER MILK, clothes. U name it. Some people sheltering too. This is not about one Sikh gurdwara, these services provided by all gurdwaras in the through out whole world. Sikh ppl really king and worries, DALLAS football team have Sikh warriors logo, name HARI SINGH NALWA. SOME PEOPLE WANTS ATTENTION, that's all for bad comments, this is GOD's place. Please respect. Thank you read more

I went to this temple today March 26, 2024 around noon with my boyfriend, and had a horrible unwelcoming experience. Keep in mind I am half Indian and half Chinese, so I don't outwardly look Indian. My boyfriend is from El Salvador, so he doesn't look Indian either. And, we are both 19. But we have gone to multiple Gurdwaras with my dad, who is Indian. And, the Gurdwara is supposed to be welcoming to all people. He had a lot of good things to say about the temple, so we decided to check it out ourselves. We went in and gave our respects, prayed, and donated to the temple. All meanwhile wearing decent clothing, and covering our heads. We then went to Langar to get food. We both washed our hands prior to eating which is something we always do before eating, to be respectful. We grab food and everything is find until we go to grab chai. We both get up after eating and head towards the table to get cups, but then we were stopped by the men and the cook saying that we had to go wash our hands again between every meal. This is not standard, and they all started shouting at us to wash our hands again. Keep in mind, the men in there were grabbing rounds of food and chai without washing their hands before every time they grabbed food. In Gurdwara we show our respect by washing our hands before eating, but no need to wash our hands over and over. And, this is what the men were asking us. We walk out to wash our hands then leave because we were feeling unwanted and targeted at a Sikh temple which is supposed to welcome everyone. As I am very anxious, I was trying to gather myself in the bathroom, but one of the Sikh men started talking to my boyfriend. He was explaining their practices to him, and we didn't argue because we did not want to create a scene in a holy place like the Temple. But the Sikh man constantly said that we had to wash our hands between every meal, which I know is not true from going to around 5 other Gurdwaras with my dad. We then felt too uncomfortable and left and my boyfriend was on his way to grab my bag from the eating area. As he was walking to grab my bag, one of the Sikh men that was also in the eating area asked him "Is that your girlfriend?" And my boyfriend replied yes, and then the Sikh man proceeded to say "She is very sexy, nice" with a thumbs up. How disgusting is this to say in general let alone the Temple! This was beyond disgusting and inappropriate. This is sexual harassment. But, nothing is said to this man huh? Nothing is said to the Indian man but instead the two foreign looking people who were being respectful the whole time. I have never felt more uncomfortable. As my boyfriend then tried to keep his cool after the Indian man said that comment, not wanting to start a scene; the Sikh men tried to convince me and my boyfriend to stay after being treated so unkindly. But we hurried and left quickly. This was the worst experience I have ever had anywhere. I would not recommend anyone is not Indian to go. You will be treated like and outsider and be targeted by all the men and workers there. Nonetheless, if you are a woman do not go alone. I am glad I had my boyfriend was there so they wouldn't try anything on me. Don't even go if your are half Indian because you will not be treated with respected or decency. It's so disappointing to see a Gurdwara like this that is so unwelcoming to anyone that doesn't look Indian. Sikhism is a welcoming religion, and the people volunteering at this temple are clearly not being welcoming. I have never encountered this at any other Gurdwara, but that is probably because I have gone with my dad who does looking Indian. So disgusting how the people treat new comers at this temple. I wouldn't recommend this temple to anyone. And if you are a woman, don't come alone unless you want to be subjected. It's not worth the chance coming to this Gurdwara knowing that you might encounter people like this working there. I have also seen another review of a woman coming here, and have to say that coming here to solely just eat is completely disrespectful and rude. But, the harassment she faced here regarding sexual assault and sexual comments said towards her is not surprising to me knowing how my visit here was. And the fact that they also told her to wash her hands between every meal. If you are going to be enforcing rules, make sure they are enforced to EVERYONE. Be careful going here. I would never recommend it to anyone. Go to any other Gurdwara. read more

This Gurudwara Sahib is in a very serene location and I often attended services here when I lived close by. Because of its location (on top of the hills) and calm atmosphere, many worshippers find peace & tranquility here. I recommend attending services and I also recommend visiting with family on non-busy days to appreciate the gurughar. The sewadars (staff) here are very helpful and very friendly. They all volunteer their time and are not on any payroll. I wanted to give a reply to the negative review by someone named Sara J (if that's her real name). I remember this lady would come to the Gurudwara (temple) regularly a few years ago, not to worship or pay respects but ONLY to eat her fill. She would also pack a bunch of bags-to-go and would also not wash her unclean hands between eating her meals and then would go back for more food. It was due to that unhygienic behavior that the priest and another congregation member asked her politely to clean her hands before meals and between meals so there is no contamination of food. Other worshippers also take food from the same containers. She was so offended by that advice and made a small scene even though she had been eating at the temple for free for months. She gave everyone dirty looks and then walked away disgruntled and was not seen again. The custom in Gurudwaras (Sikh temples) is to first come with a humble attitude. Anyone is welcomed but you should be polite as any guest should be. Worshippers are to clean their hands and feet, pay respects to the holy book inside, give a small donation (if possible) and the community kitchen is there so everyone can sit down in peace and enjoy the food while reciting the hymns from the holy book. That's been the tradition for 100s of years. Sikhs open their hearts and temples so others can also experience this spirituality but some people are always out for a free lunch and are ungrateful for it, like this person Sara J. With a sense of entitlement, she wanted 'free food' and when asked to follow a few simple hygienic rules of the temple, she became angry and concocted this whole story about being targeted and being hit on. It never happened. She did all this as a 'revenge' against the temple and worshippers because she just could not have her way and showed everyone that she was just a big spoilt brat. The priest shared his experience with the congregation after Sara J verbally abused him. I would like to make others aware of this person 'Sara J' as she may also be doing this to other communities that show generosity. Beware of this person. read more

If you are a single white woman. this is not a safe or friendly space for you. I started going to the temple regularly because I was struggling financially and the temple offers free meals all day, every day, for everyone- regardless of your financial situation. Having a free meal every day really really helped me out. A few weeks ago, I was visiting the temple as usual to eat. I decided to sit outside at the table because it was a nice day. Two older Punjabi men were already sitting there, I asked to sit with them. I started to make polite conversation with one of the older men and at first I thought it was innocuous. But I started to realize I was getting more and more uncomfortable talking to this man. He kept on asking me if I was married and why I wasn't married, when I answered I was not. Being that I'm just a guest at this temple, I tried to continue to be polite and talk to him. Finally, I had enough. I stand up, say goodbye and then he asks to take a photo of me. I reluctantly agree. Then as I'm leaving he says "I love you". WTF!?! Who DOES that? He was in his 70s btw and I'm 33. As a survivor of sexual trauma, I felt objectified and totally violated. I cried several times about this incident afterwards. I think the worst part of it was that I felt I was forced to be talk to this man because I'm an outsider, and I didn't want to be rude. They also treat the non Indians differently than the Punjabi Indians here. I was scolded for not washing my hands between getting a second helping of food (for sanitary reasons) yet a Punjabi woman was allowed to touch several fried pakoras before choosing one- TOTALLY unsanitary- and she was not talked to at all. Beware. read more

Feels a bit funny to write a review for a gurudwara-- go there, listen, meditate, volunteer, do what you're there to do and feel transformed. It's close to the bay area and we went on Diwali. Worship is what you make of it... don't go with expectations, because that's missing the whole point. read more

Beautiful Sikh Temple. Very peaceful. Melodious spirtiual music. Delicious vegetarian meal served to all. We love going there every Sunday. Their message is 'peace and prosperity' for all. read more

This is heaven on earth. Beautiful peaceful temple with a serene atmosphere and breathtaking views of the Bay. Run by self less volunteers. They serve free Vegetarian meals to all. Food is delicious and satisfies mind body and soul read more

Love the sikh temple. But too many people gossiping in langar. Almost everywhere. That is very bad. They are chugal koors. Too much fight going on here read more

This place is awesome. So peaceful. Place of god. This is temple for Sikh religion. However anyone is welcome and they greet visitors very well read more