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    4.9 (532 reviews)

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Raina T.

    MQ has reopened with new owners, new workers and a new menu. They're currently doing a 20% off the bill until the end of the month for grand opening. Prices are very reasonable since they mentioned they don't request tip since you bust your own table. The menu is much more simplified than before which is a good and a bad thing. Good is it's easier to order and decide. Bad since there were things we liked on the menu such as burgers and sandwiches that aren't available anymore. The food was simple, tender and delicious. It's not big enough to feel bloated or have leftovers. Instead once you're done with your meal, you'll feel good and satisfied. My husband really enjoyed his breaded chicken breast as did I with the two baby back ribs on a bed of kale salad. All in all, we will return for another meal. PS. The yelp page still links to the previous to-go menu which isn't available anymore. I included pictures of the new menu.

    DH2-Hot fresh ginger honey tea
    Alex A.

    Wow, Wow, and Wow. Lance was super helpful and thank you for the kind suggestions. I was recommended by my coach who has a personal training and boxing gym in San Bruno down the street (Melendez Boxing and Personal Training). We are starting my nutritional training and he recommended this place. My first order was the following: Lemon Chicken Plate Coleslaw Salad-Sesame Dressing Black Beans Sweet Potatoes Extra Side of Chicken Side of Green Sauce I made sure to get green sauce and sesame sauce when picking up my order. They forgot my green sauce but I am coming for it tomorrow. I was highly impressed by the flavor, how clean the place is, and how lovely the people were. It also has a drive-through window. I'm coming back soon.

    Anna N.

    Chicken Rice Bowl for $15 This comes with two types of rice, vegetables, chicken, cabbage salad, a fruit and a dressing. The chicken was good and I like how they added nuts to it. The dressing was too spicy for me, I have no idea what it was. It was very strong and spicy. I just ate the salad by itself and didn't use the dressing. They give a pretty good portion for it being $15. & honestly there's not much to it, flavor wise.

    Combo Plate: Baby BBQ Ribs with Quinoa and Barley, Roasted Sweet Potato and Kimchi Salad
    Heather S.

    I absolutely love it here. They have a lot of great options that include combinations of proteins, salads, and healthy carbs. Every dish I order is delicious and I never feel bad for finishing my plate. There's tons of open seating and a lot of natural light. The service is great and food comes out quickly. You have the option to order at the register or through the QR code at your table. I'm so happy that this healthy establishment is nearby.

    S1- Crispy chicken breast salad
    Gwen M.

    I can't believe I'm just learning about MQ! Everything on their menu looked so delicious I got their chicken salad and ginger tea via drive thru and it was the best heathy "fast food meal" I've had. Friendly service and super fast! Ambiance is very casual, I wish I had known about MQ, but I will definitely be coming back and recommend it to my coworkers given that it's so close from work

    Salmon Teriyaki, cooked vegetables, wild rice, sweet potatoes
    Bennett L.

    This place has been on & off my radar for a while now since hearing about it through my Next Door & Facebook social media. Unfortunately, I never find myself in the area during dinner time to try it, but tonight we were coming back from a movie at Tanforan and I decided to finally give it a go, here is my review: Conveniently located in the ECR in Central Downtown Millbrae close to freeways, shopping, business, and public transportation. The lot has amply parking since it was a massive Burger King originally (since when I was a kid). They even retained the drive-thru and use it, nice feature! The restaurant is very huge, airy, lots of windows, and seating is very well laid out to accommodate lots of diners while giving parties space & privacy. There are conference rooms and an outdoor enclosed patio with heaters if you feel like eating communally. Music is low and unobtrusive and things here are generally clean. Owner is very friendly & positive. Greeted us, offered a free mug of ginger tea (which was delicious), and walked us through the menu and ordering process. Lots of variety and customization options here, almost endless. You can see all the sides and fixings displayed up front to better help you select your menu. They were very knowledgeable & passionate about the quality and source and preparation of their ingredients, we talked for about 10 minutes about healthy eating before I even ordered! Went with two salmon teriyaki dinners. The filets were gigantic, I loved that. Good value in today's expensive dining out times. The sides we chose were sort of hit and miss. Got sweet potatoes, kale salad, cooked vegetables, wild rice, and some sort of barley & quinoa mixture. The ingredients were very fresh, but I couldn't help thinking that the entire meal tasted like an extremely healthy person's home-cooking. Almost zero seasoning, no salt, no spice. It was my impression that this place is truly Healthy Foods, very low in fat, no sodium, and a balanced food pyramid. While I do like to eat healthy, I guess I'm just used to a lot more flavor when dining out. I did end up putting my own salt-to-taste and a bit more dressing on my salad, so maybe I ruined the healthy factor for myself, lol. Food was very good & fresh, I just felt that it was a little bland for my tastes. They do offer a condiment and seasoning bar, which I'm sure other people must use frequently like myself. Everything was cooked nicely, and the portions were huge. I loved the variety and balance and presentation of the meal, and it was served efficiently and neatly on big metal cafeteria trays. I would like to come back to try other things. I like this type of food. I like healthy. I like friendly and positive and engaging local small business. I like to try new things. I like this restaurant. Looking forward to try new combos, sides, extras, and proteins. This restaurant is a model for how we should all be eating, either in-home or out-and-about, but even my healthier tastebuds needed a bit of extra flavoring to wake up my meal. Not a bad thing to strive for, less salt and seasoning!

    Combo plate with tilapia , mix rice, and garden salad with ginger dressing
    Leti V.

    Very good tilapia plate for dinner. Price is great for a portion that will easily fill you up. The seating area is so comfortable and we would love to come again. This is the place to go when you are too lazy to cook dinner and don't want to settle for heavy and greasy fast food. the price of this healthy meal may have even been less than what I would pay at some chain restaurants. The service was an extra bonus, even though you order from a QR code at the table, the owner Lance checked on us several times and offered us complimentary ginger tea. It's nice to see someone who works as hard as he does to connect with his customers. If you prefer to take out, they have a convenient drive through window. I will definitely be back, this is a great place to get a fresh and balanced meal for a reasonable price. Very nutritious

    Healthy Fast Food
    Mundae K.

    Clean and cute little Asian eatery thatvused ti be a burger King. The service is quick and friendly, and the dining room is bright and cozy. There is greenery everywhere and a cute little "fireplace" :) I had a wonderful little cup of Joe with carmel, but they do have a full coffee bar and a surprisingly large beer & wine selection! I love the little succulent out to the side. We got the Asian buns and Avacado Toast. The buns were amazing, but the egg on the toast was a little runny for my taste, but it was still DELICIOUIf you are looking for healthy AND delicious options... I suggest you give them a try!

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    Albie E.

    If you're in Millbrae, just across the way from SFO, you should really give this place a try. It's hard to find healthy quality food that tastes good! My friend recently took me there and I was surprised. The place looks amazing, it's quiet and very relaxing to eat there. I had the scrambled egg wrap with seasonal fruit and a side of tortilla soup ( I was hungry!!) the food tasted fresh and great! The egg wrap was filling, but light! The tortilla soup tasted amazing and I finished every last drop! My friend had the crispy chicken lunch and I had a bite of the chicken, which was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside! Oh and when you go, ask for the house green sauce! Super good, a bit spicy but delicious! I definitely would go here again as the food was great, service was amazing and the ambiance was very chill. There is parking available and price was reasonable.

    Gloria M.

    After being closed for two months, they came back with an even better menu. They now offer local beers, they have wine and coffee bar. They even have soft music playing, we enjoyed it. They have a decent selection of sweets. Tarts, cakes, cinnamon rolls, muffins, and brownies. The one thing that we're glad didn't change is the service, Lance and his crew are so friendly. I had to order my usual, I had the teriyaki salmon. It come with rice, edamame, and salad. I really wish they would let you add potatoes and mushrooms instead, but they don't let you substitute. My husband had the vegetarian tofu plate, it comes with grilled onions, mushrooms, potatoes, and cabbage salad. We're so glad they're back we will be here once a week

    Tilapia
    Benson W.

    Great option for healthy meals that are not just your typical salads. My wife and I have driven past so many times and have been wanting to try it but then they closed for a few months. After re-opening we thought it would be perfect to try them out. The menu is a little hard to figure out but I think it's because they want to give you a lot of options for your meal. My wife and I had the plates so had choice of protein and a couple of sides. The tilapia was REALLY good - very tender, moist, and good flavor. The crispy chicken breast was also tender and cooked just right - not too dry, not as much flavor but the sauces help supplement that. The sides we had very all very tasty and light - no overly seasoned or heavily oiled. It is a very small family operation so service was very friendly and attentive. The restaurant itself is not fancy but is very updated and very clean. We'll be back. The food was extremely reasonable for the quality.

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    Kat S.

    Tried out MQ healthy fast food for the first time and it exceeded my expectations! I love the ambiance and aesthetic of the restaurant, it's warm and welcoming with a lot of space. The food comes out quick and there's a lot of options in terms of food and desserts as well. I got the marinated steak + rice + fries and it was delicious! They also have draft beer which is a nice addition! Def a great addition to the Millbrae lineup for food as the food is healthy and filling! It's perfect for a quick pit stop for before or after a flight at SFO since they also have a drive thru!

    Ground pork with onion + classic coleslaw + pinto & black beans!
    Christine Allen C.

    We are extremely excited and happy that MQ is reopen! Menu is more simple now (which is easier for customer), reasonable price, fast and attentive service but the most importantly - healthy and delicious!!! The combo plate gives you a variety of choices to your preference. Tried the kale and beets smoothie which is refreshing and delicious!!! I chose take out this time but cannot wait to go back to dine in the restaurant which has a nice ambiance and quiet environment. Check out their menu in clover.com! Healthy food (comes out fast) and very affordable price!

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    Hope to see you back soon Eugene !

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    We are back open ! Please visit us again Kearra !

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    Ask the Community - MQ Healthy Food

    Can I rent just the event space ? Is ordering food optional? The place is cool and has a couple event rooms !!

    They have two indoor spaces that are completely separated from the restaurant. One is an indoor, casual patio setting. And the other is a more private banquet setting. I'd just give them a call, to inquire & to reserve. They are chill people.

    Can I eat healthy in the Bay Area for less than $15.00 ? Take out or dine in at MQ Restaurants?

    Yes, if you don't go crazy with the add-ons & upgrades here, you can get a basic meal here for around $15-20 per plate. And you can dine in, or take out here, they even have a cool drive-thru lane as this used to be a popular Burger King franchise.

    Hi! What kind of oil do you use?

    " I heard they use sesame oil and some olive oils in there meals in Millbrae. "

    Can I book - rent out the MQ event space on line ? I see they offer two rooms by the hour for special events!

    Yeah ! its easy and just log on to www.mqhealthyfoods.com for prices availability . They have two rooms to rent from 15 people to 50 people .

    Where can I find adorable healthy meals via drive through in the Bay Area?

    MQ Healthy Food is your answer. I know they're healthy and drive thru. I'm not sure if they are adorable. That's something you'll need to decide. The meals are perfect for… Read more

    Is it true MQ 2024 ? Is there really a place in the Bay Area that you can get a healthy meal under 10 $ without sacrificing taste with drive though lanes or nice dine in restaurants ? Are we dreaming in SF?

    Yes, MQ Healthy Food always uses the freshest ingredients, food is full of flavor and so healthy.… Read more

    Can I eat outside on the patio now ? & How many high chairs do they have for our little ones?

    My wife ate there yesterday and say tables, chairs and umbrellas on the patio. However, she did not notice whether there are high chairs. You might phone the restaurant and ask the question.

    How can these MQ prices be real ? They are substantially more affordable than others , however the ingredients are fresher!

    Yes, the prices are real and the food is great! I love this place and come here several times a week (I was there 6 times last week... I have a 21 months toddler and a wife about to give birth.) I spoke with the owner, Lance (super nice guy), and he… Read more

    I ca t believe it !! Is it really true they have a no tip policy ? And most fresh healthy menu items are only $ 8.99 -$ 12.99?

    Correct. How refreshing not to feel obliged to tip. I love it. I first experienced this policy in Japan, where workers feel a tip is a bribe or is a comment by the customer that normal good service is not ordinarily given unless a tip is forthcoming.

    Does this place have WiFi? I'd love to do some work here

    What a great idea. I wish I knew the answer. I'm assuming it is yes, but won't know until I check it out myself. maybe give them a call?

    Do you have gluten free dishes for someone with Celiac disease? No cross contamination or anything (sauce, dressing, etc) that has gluten. Thanks.

    Are they reopening it says hours were recently updated?

    The message on their answering service says their grand re-opening will be January 18, 2024 at 11am

    Are they opening again since it only says "temporarily closed?"

    It's re-open now with a more simple menu. Same delicious food, cheaper prices!

    Can I get most breakfast items till 2 pm?

    "Most Certainly! " Many breakfast items are available to 2 pm each day ! We do a world class breakfast, lunch and dine in . ( We do fantastic drive through and online orders too )

    Does MQ Healthy use conventional or organic tofu? Also, what type of oils are used for cooking and sauces?

    At these prices... I highly doubt that they can deliver all organic at this location They still need to stay in business! . However I've heard rumors of additional menu options that are substantially Organic and All Gluten Free , non GMO foods ,… Read more

    Does MQ Restaurant have any Outdoor seating ? Do they also have highchairs for my two little ones outside?

    They have outdoor seating but not sure about high chairs.

    I here they have vegan and vegetarian options like the impossible Burger , Tofu bowls and fresh salads for inside dinning now?

    Yes they do!

    We see a large selection of California wine options on the MQ website is that still true in 2023?

    Yes

    What makes their food taste so much fresher and healthier than others Restaurants in Millbrae or San Bruno?

    My perception is that it's because the entrees have a lot of vegetable/fresh raw salad with dressings that have intense flavors. They don't rely on heavy sauces or salt or butter. The flavor comes from things like ginger and garlic and lemon. The… Read more

    Wow MQ Restaurant and Fast food take out will be open seven days a week starting this week?…

    Closed on Mondays. OPEN 8Am-8P Tuesday -Sunday. ALSO a wonderful dine-in

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    This is probably my third time here and never a disappointed. One of my east coast friends was…read morepassing thu SF on a cruise, so we spend the day together and started out here. We both ordered pancakes with a side of bacon. THe pancakes are always really good and fluffy and I like my bacon crispy, which I got by request. My friend, Ms. Gloria who was cruising to celebrate her 80th birthday, completely enjoyed her breakfast as well. She said it was a great way to start off her tour of the area. I couldn't agree more.

    Let's start with "you can't beat the breakfast deal!" The Milbrea Eggery selections include…read moreprotein, eggs cooked your way, hash browns and your choice of buttermilk or Swedish pancakes. A great value meal. We came in Father's Day early morning 7:00 open and first in line. By the time we left 8:00 or so there were still plenty of open tables. So not sure if we needed to make first seating. Parking lot and street parking nearby. Servers came right away to take any drink orders coffee, tea and water etc. the service was good. Refilled water and coffee a couple times during our meal. We ordered Chicken fried steak and eggs, nice and juicy patty with gravy. Eggs cooked perfectly over easy. Nice portion of hash browns Supreme omelette, chunky meats, mushrooms, cheese pretty good but a bit too much sauce. Maybe ask for sauce on the side is better? Corned Beef hash and eggs, nice portion of corned beef. Not overly salty. Perfect over easy eggs. Not bad at all Swedish pancakes, house specialty. Thin cakes with lingonberry butter. You don't need syrup! So tasty! Buttermilk pancakes, thick and fluffy. We all enjoyed the food and had a bit of leftovers to take home.

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