TLDR: Indoor & Outdoor Seating Wifi & Outlets (Inside) Low Prices & Good Drinks Friendly & Warm Staff Plenty of Parking --------------------------------------- I've been to The Nile Cafe 3-4x, and the friendly staff, good coffee, and low prices keep me coming back! 1. Atmosphere: I LOVE the small town vibes. Same 2 ladies always run the place. They know regulars by name, favorite order, and even details of families and travel plans!! The community makes it a very pleasant place. The inside is covered in vibrant, eye-catching murals (from a young woman artist who passed away - Fremont lore the owner can share!). There is equally colorful, mismatched, but endearing tables and chairs. The patio is huge and shaded, with many beautiful plants and cute deco! One down side is its loose sand and can be dusty. 2. Drinks / Food Drinks are insanely priced! Smalls (12 oz) are $3.80, and Larges (20 oz) are $5.50. Loved the Vietnamese Coffee (my go to now) and thought the mocha was decent. They offer lots of different breakfast and lunch foods - toasts, omelettes, sandwiches, soups, and salads. I can't eat most of them, but the bread smells SO good! 3. Amenities Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, with wifi and outlets inside. Great place to study or work from home! Indoors tends to be a little busier, so I typically sit outdoors. There's parking outside with no time limit; later in the day it fills up but there's residential parking available on the same street. There is a bathroom that is a bit cramped, but functional. Overall a great, mom and pop cafe in Fremont! read more

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Decent size coffee shop/resturant with a variety of breakfast and lunch plates. Walked in and was offered a table I. The front or in the garden other back area. It was a beautiful cool morning so we chose the back area.Back area had many tables and lots of shaded seating areas in a backyard setting. We order two coffees and a chai. All we very good and tasteful. Had the eggplant omelette and I heard the bread is made in house is what we are told so I ordered a side of French toast. Both were good and mediocre the eggplant omelette was decent nothing to brag about the French toast was ok. My daughter ordered the pear and cheese omelette & hans potatoes (country potatoes) which she said was actually tasty. Service was pleasant and cheerful and group of ladies possibly family members enjoying the day. Would go back to maybe try something different. read more

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Breakfast sandwich in homemade bread Coffee selections including chai lattes, Vietnamese coffee and she adjusts the sweetness as you like Cute vibe and painted walls. Friendly service read more

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Today was the 2nd time that my boyfriend and I came to this adorable cafe. We absolutely love it here. Everything on the menu is super affordable and there's lots of variety! We are vegetarian and they have vegetarian options as well. The staff are sweet and friendly. The back patio/garden area is absolutely gorgeous! If there's seating back there, I highly recommend eating outside. The plants, sunshine, and adorable furniture are so pretty. My favorite item on the menu are the blueberry pancakes! They're fluffy, sweet, and so filling. And I absolutely love their iced lattes! They have some of the best iced lattes I've tried in the East Bay area. I highly recommend visiting this small business. read more

Ordered Bacon and Brie sandwich the bread is soft the bacon and Brie not overwhelming taste and fairly good portion with chips in which I didn't anticipate. Pastrami sandwich is as well good portion. Ambiance is unique with Egyptian mural not really sure the story behind it. Service the ladies were very kind and approachable and surprisingly the crowd started to come in. Nice group of seniors seems to be regulars patrons. read more

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I can't believe I didn't know about this beautiful little gem in Niles. It's right off of the main street located off of I Street. Me and my mom went and had some lunch before our hair appointment. Super friendly staff and the food was amazing. read more

The Nile Cafe - Hot Vietnamese, coffee with almond milk French toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fremont, California

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The Nile Cafe is such a homey, cozy spot! I opted for a half sandwich and salad, which I thought was a great portion for a good price! I love brie cheese, so this sandwich was perfect! We got seated very quickly in the garden, and they still checked on us frequently by clearing our plates, checking if we needed water, and asking us if we were enjoying our food. So glad to have found this spot in Niles! read more

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Really solid little cafe. I've frequented it off and on for years and the quality and service have stayed consistently good. Prices here are reasonable and so are the portions. They lean on the smaller side but honestly, I like that. I don't always want a big ol' plate of food from the country way. This is the perfect lunch while you're out walking around the shops. I'm a big fan of the bacon and brie sandwich, also the basil mayo chicken is good too. I've had a few other sandwiches and some breakfast items, everything was good. The inside of the shop is super cute to stop and have a coffee. Also kid friendly, I've brought my 5 year old and got him French toast. Again, it was perfect that it wasn't a huge portion and my son highly enjoyed his food. I'll definitely keep coming back. Couple notes: - I've bought a loaf of their in shop baked bread a few years back. Not sure if they still sell the whole loaf but it was very good. - They used to be cash only but now accept. Venmo or card with a small fee added. - Newest menu photos attached. The selection hasn't changed much over the years but prices have gone up a reasonable amount per inflation. read more

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BREAKFAST WITH QUIET SETTING The first time I came here was last year by accident. I went to another in Niles that had a long wait outside. I walked a couple of blocks away to find The Nile Cafe. I inside I looked at the menu and just ordered one item, which was Niles Au Lait. A year later I came back to The Nile Cafe for coffee and food. This summer I ate here three times. The first time was on a Friday morning. I decided to come that day because I felt coming to The Nile Cafe on Saturday would be too busy. I ordered a pear and fontina omelet. It sounded a unique combination of fruit and cheese in an omelet. The omelet was very light. The one thing that stood out was the homemade toast, which was doughy inside. For coffee I ordered the Nile au Lait. I liked my meal that day (maybe because of the setting) I came back the following day for breakfast. On Saturday there was a farmers' market at one of the parking lots. I wasn't sure If I would be able to find parking. I managed to find parking about a block away from The Nile Cafe. I decided to order two food items: French toast and Niles Special. I had to get the French toast due use of the homemade bread. I tend not to order French toast because it tends to be heavy. Something about the homemade bread from The Nile Cafe made it so addicting. The eggs scramble dish Niles Special is a filling dish of ham, tomatoes, sour cream, and avocado. Since I decided to get French toast for the Niles Special I decided to get hanfries, which are country-style potatoes, instead of toast. For coffee I ordered iced Vietnamese coffee. About a week later on a Sunday morning I came back to The Nile Cafe with my parents. I intended to get the sandwich Niles Mutt, which consisted of pastrami and ham, however for some reason I decided to order the Niles Special again. For the Nile Special I decided to get toast. For coffee I ordered hot Vietnamese coffee. The food is light and delicious at The Nile Cafe. None of the food I ordered stood out in flavor. The Nile Cafe is a nice eatery if you want a quiet meal in the Niles District. read more

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The food was mediocre and extremely salty, which I asked him to hold the salt. Looking behind the counter at the kitchen it looked like a disaster and very unkempt. Be prepared they only take Venmo or cash, I saw their credit card machine with some tape sticking out, so I'm sure they take card if they're forced to and was certain the machine wasn't "broken " read more

I love everything I order. The owner and staff are fantastic. Fantastic. The following are my favorites: Vietnamese coffee California turkey sandwich Pastrami sandwich French toast and bacon Nutty salad Eggs scramble with pesto read more

Update: I finally came back to try their food today, had an early dinner yesterday so I woke up pretty Hangry this morning. With the recent rise in inflation I was pleasantly surprised that most of their brekky (breakfast) menu items were under $10, so I ordered their breakfast burrito that included beef/chorizo, scrambled eggs, potatoes, and cheese. I was actually blown away by how much I enjoyed the burrito the chorizo had such a great savory flavor that paired with the eggs and melted cheese such a hearty comfort meal. The ladies working here are still friendly as first time I came to try their viet coffee. Will need to visit again to try other menu items, but I definitely recommend trying the breakfast burrito+ viet coffee if you're here. read more

The Nile Cafe - Medium Vietnamese Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fremont, California

never knew there was an old town in Fremont--Niles! Stumbled upon this cozy little café for brunch and fell in love with its family-style vibe and old-school decor--felt like I stepped back into the 1940s. The menu is simple, so I went with French toast and a classic morning breakfast. The food was average, but I have to give a big shoutout to their homemade bread--absolutely loved it! A must-try. They even have a backyard seating area, perfect for a weekend morning meal. Great service, super friendly staff--definitely adding this to my go-to list! read more

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Love Cleopatra and ancient Egyptian history, and absolutely adore Nile's. Was so excited to find this hidden gem on my walk today. I opted for the artichoke salad and brie/bacon sandwich. It was decent and simple. I really appreciate Niles small town charm, and finding a cafe just felt really special. read more

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They made their own bread within this nice little cafe. We were surprised by the price since the interior looks quaint. The backyard garden seats were homey as well. Not too crazy about their coffee but it's a very nice place to be laid back and hang out with friends. The ladies serving us were welcoming. read more

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Walked to niles cafe on a Wednesday. I want to revisit the lunch menu. I got the kale potato soup and Niles Mutt pastrami sandwich. I never knew they had a huge out door space in the back. This is no doubt a local Niles favorite.. and in my book if its loved by the people who live there its worth going to!! If you need to have lunch while visiting this historic town during lunch.. then definitely come here we have quality food at really the best price during times of inflation!! read more

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The coffee is ok and the food is average. The woman owner was very impatient and not very nice to her workers.

Been going here for years, the food is always great and the ambiance and staff are even better. This is the first place I show to friends who visit from out of town! read more

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Local, great service, and even better food! So many food options and It has the Nile's vibe.

I was with friends who needed food NOW, and we stopped here. The woman has wheat & solanacea allergies. The woman who waited on us promised to be very careful about what went on her plate, and subbed potatoes with fruit. Food came, and it was perfect. A gentleman who was clearing tables was going to take the sandwich tray from the husband, only to realize it wasn't empty yet, and apologized cheerfully. Great cheerful service! read more

Good food and very good prices. Will return to try more than sandwiches . Has a back area behind the kitchen for outdoor dining

Amazing coffee . Potato and feta omelette was good and bang on. My wife tried chicken sandwich which was good. Love the hospitality and service where they checked on us multiple times if it was good. Prices are low and has lot of history in the place with art. Would recommend to get a bite if you are in the area. read more

What an amazing and cozy place! First of all, the ladies who run this restaurant bake their own bread from scratch - you can see bags of flour in the back, hardly anybody does it in all of the country today. The back garden patio is amazing. read more

The Nile Cafe - Bacon + Tomato + Avocado skillet - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fremont, California

Great place! Good food, great prices and great service!! Owners keeps prices low to keep the local seniors on fix income coming back !!! read more

Really enjoy eating here. Their food is light, flavorful and affordable and the people here are very hospitable and sweet. I also really like the backyard ambiance as well. read more

Tucked into a cozy side street of the neighborhood of Nile's , this little gem of a cafe is easy to miss--but impossible to forget. The space is intimate, with just a handful of seats, in door or outside garden area. My simple black coffee was superb--smooth, rich, w/ cream & sugar! Friendly staff but have lots of patience on Saturdays due to the farmer's market! a genuinely welcoming vibe make this spot a perfect for our late Mother's Day breakfast! read more

A hidden gem in downtown Niles. They offer all kinds of scrambles, omelettes, and sandwiches. Vietnamese coffee is great too. Staffs are super friendly. Most importantly, it's much cheaper than most breakfast places in Fremont. read more

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The food was great! The pancakes were fluffy. Highly recommend for breakfast. The ambiance was great! So colorful and fun with garden seating in the sun or shade. read more

Service is Great! Food is ok. Prices are EXCELLENT! This is a hidden gem in Niles. I had the breakfast burrito with Chorizo and Egg.....very tasty but not the best....still good though. The drinks were great and the prices were outstanding! Definitely drop by here if you are in or near Niles. read more

Went there for lunch today with the family - it was delightful! The Italian sodas were a hit and so were the sandwiches and soup. We wished we tried it earlier. It's now going to be in our regular lunch rotations. We ate on the cute patio in the back. read more

This was our first time at the Nile Café. It was a party of four each of us ordered sandwiches for a drink. I ordered the mocha my friend ordered the iced latte. Another friend ordered a mocha as well. Sorry I did not post any pictures but when we got in there, we were so freaking hungry. We just started chowing down!! The food was five stars, the espresso drinks, five stars a Customer Service five stars the woman who took our order, took every single one of our orders out of a party of four without writing one thing down, and she got every single one of our orders spot on correct knew exactly who gets what in regards to our meals and our drinks. The service was very quick extremely pleasant and they really made you feel comfortable. Did not make you feel like you needed to rush through your meal we ate at the patio in the back. There were lots of lovely plants to go along with the lovely Customer Service. I highly recommend checking out the Nile Café if you want five star food, five star Customer Service and extremely quick and upbeat service!!! read more

Good prices, but you get what you pay for. Person who took our order was rushed and distracted, and not nice towards us. Right while we were asking a question, during the middle of our order, he turned away to do something else. Then he walked away, and the rest of the staff didn't acknowledge us. Then one of them told us to sit down and order later, then the original person came back and directed us to order and "order fast". No smiles on any faces, a complete disregard for customer service. They just want you to rush and get out of here. Something was not included in the meal because they were out of it but they didn't inform us! When we asked about it, the main person said "it's a sandwich, not a salad!" in a disrespectful way. You really get what you pay for. read more

The Nile Cafe - Blueberry Pancakes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fremont, California

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Friendly, helpful owner and staff. Great location, food and coffee. The bacon and brie on a baguette is good, but needs apple slices. read more

It's a no frills cafe in the cute town of Niles. We have been here before, but it was many years ago. Since we were in the area, we decided to try it out again. Like I said, if you are looking for something a little fancy, gourmet, this is not for you. But if you want a sandwich with a salad for a decent price, this is the place to go. The prices are very reasonable (under $20 for a sandwich, salad and two ice teas - we split everything but the tea) and this place is Cash Only, so make sure you stop by your ATM before you sit down. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. We usually prefer outdoors, but it was windy today and settled for inside. read more

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Variety of omelettes. Good for brunch. My friend swears by their Vietnamese coffee. Cute backyard seating great for dates or small groups. The wait staff is alright but the lady at the cash counter is a martinet and I hate that last part of my visit. read more

My friend and I came in today and no one acknowledged us for a while. We asked the lady at the counter if we order at the counter and she told us to have a seat and someone will take our order. We sat for like 10 minutes or so and the waiter served other people who arrived after us and ignored us the entire time. When we got up to leave, the lady at the counter was trying to get us to stay and apologized, but too late. I'm glad we didn't get anything here because from looking at the critical reviews, seems like their sanitation is questionable. I also thought it was shady that they're cash only and had a pic of their Venmo at the cash register. I haven't seen cash only signs at restaurants in years. read more

Niles District is always a great rest stop for bike rides, whether you're cruising through Niles Canyon or visiting the nearby Quarry Lakes and Coyote Hills. Skillet'z is probably the most popular brunch spot on that street, but lines were out the door both times I was in Niles. Instead, my friend and I opted to go to The Nile Cafe, and were happy to find that there was no wait both times. We were able to find a table outdoors and conveniently prop up our bikes right next to us. I've ordered the Cobbler scramble (bacon, ham, mushrooms, and blue cheese) as well as the Pastrami and Swiss sandwich, and enjoyed both of them. Prices are lower than your typical brunch place, but it's matched by the smaller portions - which is perfectly fine if you're still planning on continuing a bike ride. If you need a caffeine boost, I'd also recommend the Vietnamese coffee! read more

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Cash only. Very old place. Known breakfast spot. This place is usually very busy, but it's definitely worth the cafe stop. Lots of tables and chairs, plus a beautiful and well maintained patio garden outside. Not an upscale or fancy food spot. Friendly culture. Family owned. Good communications. Excellent staffs. Good vibes everywhere. Customers are happy. Everyone is talkative. It's the perfect place to meet up or chat up a storm here. Love unique and colorful cafes, especially these old neighborhood gems. I've been wanting to visit during breakfast hours, but it's usually crammed and crowded. Came in after 2:30 pm on a Sunday/today and sat at my favorite window seat and table area. Surprisingly, there were no long lines and no crowds now. Lots of regular customers here. Great vibes. Cute benches. Inexpensive even at cash only prices. You can still get a good cup of beverage in the $2-$4 range, or sandwich/soup/breakfast items/breakfast wraps/french toast/etc (maybe under or around $6-$10 each). I would want to try some pastries and breads next time with a Vietnamese iced coffee if I do wake up early enough. Expect old American style cafe foods. Not a Vietnamese restaurant. Lots of beautiful artworks of Niles inside. Landmark cafe is more like it. Perfect location with lots of available free off street parking up and down the streets. My medium cup of hot chocolate was very fulfilling. The large house soup was boiling hot and even more fulfilling than expected. Soup was saltier than expected though. Still satisfying. Generous portions. Decent price point. It's definitely the perfect place on a cold, windy or rainy day to chill inside with hot soup and hot beverages. Family feeling inside. Worth the visit. This is real & old Niles here. read more

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By far the best breakfast place in the Bay Area. Healthy, delicious, gourmet quality food and drinks, at a low price. I honestly feel they need to increase their prices because the quality of food is by far superior. read more

The Nile Cafe - Niles breakfast, niles cafe au lait - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fremont, California

The Nile Cafe is an hole in the wall for cheap generic eats. take out or patio or outdoor dining only. offerings: breakfast, sandwiches, pastries, covfefe eats: pastrami & swiss sandwich (6.25) - taste neutral pastrami and swiss cheese with lettuce, tomato, pickles, etc on white bread. sammie warmed in micro or ?. came with a bag of chips. *foods ok, nothing special 3.5 stars take outs: -cash only -nile related motif on wall. read more

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