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    Mirchi Cafe, Halal American & Desi Restaurant Fremont

    4.0 (761 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:30 pm
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    MIRCHI CAFE, HALAL AMERICAN & DESI RESTAURANT FREMONT ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Chicken Roll
    Francesca D.

    I found this place after they took over my For You Page on Tik Tok, and figured it was high time that I made the trek from San Jose to Fremont to see what the hype was all about. And I unfortunately have to say, I was a bit underwhelmed. We originally started our order with the beef seekh kabob, garlic cheese naan, and the chicken roll. The gentleman who took our order (very sweet btw) came back a few minutes later to tell us that they were out of the beef kabob, which was a bummer as we were really looking forward to it. So, we pivoted to the aloo tikka. Appetizers were tasty, my favorite being the aloo tikka. The chicken roll was good, but not particularly memorable. The sauce it came with didn't taste like much. For main courses, we got the chicken tikka pizza, and the Mirchi garlic chicken noodles, and this is where it starts to falter a bit. The pizza was delicious, a nice fluffy crust the way I like it (I am so tired of this thin crust pizza propaganda. I'm not falling for it!). But the noodles are where I was disappointed. This is the dish that I had seen on my feed and was most excited to try, but it just fell short. Because there is garlic in the name, I expect it to be one of the predominant flavors, and it was hardly detectable. The chicken didn't have much flavor itself, but the noodles had a nice springiness that I appreciate. Overall, I would come back, as they have more on the menu that I want to try, specifically that beef kabob.

    Vegetarian Nashta platter
    Kathy N.

    Originally we came to try their version of an English breakfast, but surprisingly it was my least favorite thing here. The chickpeas were a little bit too salty for my liking and the chicken sausage did not have enough season and was a bit too tough to chew. However, everything else we tried we loved! I forgot what the fries were called but it was part of their season fall menu but they were incredible and fried to perfection! On the Nashta platter, I really enjoyed how well seasoned the eggs were. I loved the chai and how tasty the cookies went along with it! It was a small cute restaurant with very nice staff. I'd love to come back here and try their other items.

    Jennifer C.

    This was first time trying Mirchi Cafe and I was impressed! This is a small restaurant located in a small plaza. Super easy to find with plenty of parking spaces. Service was quick and efficient. Very friendly as well! The flavors of the dishes were a balanced blend of Italian and Pakistani spices. My favorites were the creamy garlic noodles and the tandoori wings. Both had a good amount of spice and a nice kick to it! The CTM fries were good as well! My friend and I were so full with just the three dishes- we couldn't finish it all. I'd recommend this place especially if you're in the area!

    Aloo tiki burger
    Sriharsha A.

    Checked out the Fremont location after previously visiting the Dublin one. Same great menu, but I still prefer the Dublin spot for its ambiance and outdoor seating. I got the aloo tiki burger with spicy ranch fries. The burger was flavorful but the aloo tiki was a bit cold but still had a crisp. The fries had a nice tang. Everything feels like an add-on here, extra for cheese, extra for flavored fries, so the price creeps up. Also got the malai garlic noodles but swapped chicken for paneer. The CTM sauce was rich and creamy, and the dish was very filling and definitely worth trying. Tiramisu for dessert was just okay, nothing special, but not bad either. Service was friendly, the place was clean, and parking was easy. Portions are huge, so while it's a bit pricey, you get your money's worth. I'd come back, but probably would visit the Dublin location.

    Paratha Roll with Beef Seekh Kebab (14.99), chai (2.50)in back
    Victor G.

    Mirchi Cafe is at the end of a row of storefronts across from a building with lots of offices Offerings (Pakistan, halal, fusion): salads, starters & snacks, desi style stir fry's & pasta, desserts, drinks. Burgers, sandwiches, & wraps.. Sips: chai (2.50) -made to order. Usual chai. Smooth. No cardamon? Skipped sugar. Got free refill to go. Bites: paratha roll with beef seekh fillings (14.99) -flaky wheat flatbread filled with tandoori made marinated ground beef. Mint chutney yogurt on side. -usual salad of fresh romaine lettuce, tomato, cucumber. Dressing made with olive oil which raised salad to another level. -beef seekh wasn't flavorful, maybe overpowered by yogurt as was the soggy paratha roll. -cooked to order. Ready in 15ish minutes. Lone Latina efficiently, courteously serviced all patrons. My mouth/eyes wasn't satisfied. My tummy was. Mouth happy with free refill.

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    Paula B.

    The best Middle Eastern fired chicken I ever had! I have visited this place 3 times. Never disappointed They have the best and largest portion of fires ever. My all time favorite of family-owned businesses Will visit again soon !

    Beef Seekh Kebab Burger
    Francesca B.

    Heard about this place in TikTok and realized one of their locations is nearby. Some of their menu items are different from the Dublin location so make sure to look at the menu to see if they have one of the dishes you want to try out! Regardless, still a pretty tight knit spot with amazing food. The Spicy Chicken Tenders is hands down the best dish I ordered. Coated in tumeric seasonings and deliciously juicy, I would order this again! We also had the beef shish kebab burger with the Mirchi fries and they were good, the burger was a bit dry but I still finished it nonetheless. The fries were basically buffalo ranch fries with their special seasoning which were a great kick to the dish. The chicken tikka masala came with rice, small salad, onions, naan bread, and the dish itself so you can customize it to your liking. The naan bread was fluffy and the chicken tikka masala was extremely flavorful! The mango lassi tasted like a mango milkshake; cold and sweet with a mango essence. Portions are small but the price is also very affordable. The service was quick and I believe we got to speak with one of owners. He was super kind and welcoming. The ambiance was clean and a bit small but not small enough for a wait time. Definitely coming here again.

    CTM FRIES
    Stephanie D.

    Really fun fusion spot! We have a full tiki masala spread with the fries, noodles, and cheesy nan. Everything came out fresh and hot. Such an enjoyable lunch. Service was super friendly and welcoming. You can tell that this place is a hub for the community. With all three items my boyfriend and I left full with leftovers. Definitely check it out!

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    Annie A.

    Time to wrap up the 3-day eid celebrations with my Janoos, who came from SD to celebrate the eid with me. How can you skip going to Mirchi and celebrate Eid? I tried Mirchi's Halwa Puri, and oh my god, it was so good. If you know what Chikker Cholay is ( not reg chanay served with halwa Puri), then you know what I am talking about. This should be every weekend with the nashta plate. @mirchichef, we sure need this kind of halwa Puri in the Fremont location. Then, fresh chai by @aatifca must have this chai. Ultimately, I wanted my friends to try a famous mager, a very original kind (thank God), except no cream on the top. We've been going to this location for over 15 years, and Mirchis has never disappointed us. @mirchichef @aatifca, thank you for completing our celebration, and my out-of-towners left happily. Ana, you are the best Oh, I love the ambiance and those famous Coke Studio songs.

    Falooda
    Bay Area H.

    I personally love the falooda this cafe offers. It has ice cream, some syrups and nuts as well. Really refreshing and the quality is great. Love the quantity as well.

    Chicken tikka Noodles
    Shaima A.

    The Chicken Tikka Masala Noodles absolutely stole the show for me--hands down my favorite thing on the menu. The flavor was bold, rich, and totally addictive. I wasn't expecting to love that fusion as much as I did, but wow... I'll be back for that alone. Service was solid. The staff was polite and took care of everything smoothly. The location had a cozy feeling. it felt family owned, which i love!

    Ann T.

    Unique fusion of Halal American & desi Pakistani food and it's definitely a community favorite. There's the best of both worlds with classic American fast-food dishes (fries, burgers, pizzas, etc.) with a unique desi Pakistani twist and flavor to each. Service was friendly and attentive even when they were super busy even towards the last hour of closing (people showed up 2-5 minutes before closing and they still seated them!). We got the: 1) Mirchi Fries: -It's made with a "spicy" Masala mix powder on top. -I didn't want anything too heavy so I opted out of the other special order of fries they have with cheese, sauce and the works. -This is a dry powder shaken on fries. -Standard thick cut diner fries with the masala powder on top. Not spicy at all. -We had ketchup, ranch, and buffalo sauce for this. -Just wish they were seasoned a bit more since they were more like normal fries than anything. 2) Chicken Tikka Calzone: -This is MASSIVE! -You can easily share this with others, definitely way more than a single person serving. -The crust/edges was super yummy and doughy. -Hand made and freshly baked from the oven, packed with ingredients inside. -As the name implies, there's chicken tikka inside, onions, bell pepper, creamy masala sauce, and lots of gooey, mozzarella cheese. -If you love calzones, this is a delicious spin on the dish. Would love to drop by again and try more of their unique menu.

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    Best spicy chicken sandwich ever had definitely something you have to try it's a STAPLE HERE

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    best restaurant in fremont period. try the fried chicken, tikka masala or malai noodles and tiramusu and mango lassi trust!!!!

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    Ask the Community - Mirchi Cafe, Halal American & Desi Restaurant Fremont

    Did the owners change?

    No not ever in the last 21 years. It has always been run and operated by myself with my family. Thank you.

    Are they really open until 3am?

    We are open till 3 am today Friday and Saturday-Sunday 3am. We open these hours during Ramadan. This is our last weekend this year.

    Are they closed on Christmas?

    Yes we are closed today. Thank you

    Is there a special menu for suhoor?

    This weekend it is regular but next weekend Friday and Saturday we will be having Puri Halva and Chenna during Suroor time Insha’Allah

    What are the hours during this years ramadan?

    Same like every year Monday to Thursday and Sunday . 11:30 am to 2:30 pm Lunch… 

    Are they open after taraweeh/for suhoor in Ramadan?

    Salaams Yes Dubin and Fremont locations are both open until 3am On Friday and Saturdays.

    Are they closed on thanksgiving?

    Yes

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