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    Mirchi Cafe, Halal American & Desi Restaurant Fremont

    4.0 (758 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:30 pm
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    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.

    The outside of the store.
    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!

    Wall decor and of course food related
    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.

    Lisa K.

    Recent discovery of this fusion Halal spot thanks to my Pakistani Sista from another Motha.. Love it! I was told this place is very popular in her community and I can taste why. I ordered the crispy chicken burger with madrasa fries and it was absolutely delicious. Not only was the coating crispy, the chicken inside was juicy and well seasoned, not oily. The fries were "meaty" & had a good kick to it with their house wing sauce. But you must enjoy it fresh, best at dine in. My friend had the Sheezan Club with regular fries. Its one of her regular favs. We sat and talked from open to close, service was attentive enough that my friends chai was refilled multiple times at ask. Easy to wave down wait staff when needed. Minimal Décor. The restaurant was steadily busy and seemed like everyone knew each other. Very friendly atmosphere. Inside seating behind small doorway feels a lot cooler than outside. Perhaps there's AC in the back? I was feeling a bit warm/stuffy at one point as I was seated in main dining area. Not a big bother though as the food was good. Parking is plenty. Restaurant is in the last space all the way down the driveway. Can easily miss the driveway to plaza if not paying full attention.

    Updated Vegetarian Menu
    Brisa M.

    I discovered this spot a couple of years ago through Tik Tok! I found it fascinating due to the food infusion between Pakistan and America. I used to go to the Dublin location but since they added new entrees to the menu this Fremont location is closer to me. The inside of the restaurant is very spacious and the employees are very nice and welcoming. We ordered two drinks that were the Nimbu Paani Freeze which is a Frozen mint lemonade with black salt and aamchur powder and the mango sprite which is not on the menu. The Paani Freeze was good but if you are not use to the ingredients you might find it a bit overwhelming. For entrees we ordered there famous Malai Garlic Chicken Noodles and the Chicken Tikka Masala. We accompanied the entrees with their Cheese Garlic Naan. Everything was delicious! I r am a big fan of the Cheese Garlic Naan. The infusion is a perfect mix between both countries! The ingredients all come from their own butcher shop, Mirchi Meat and Deli. Their meats are also all 100% Halal. I would also add that They are also very involved with their community. I believe in supporting the restaurant not only because of their delicious food but also because of all the help they give to the community.

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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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    Got there americano burger with beef bacon. It was good but had too much onion and was kinda dry

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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… Read more

    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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    Soho modern is hands down the best Japanese fusion restaurant in Fremont. The quality of the dishes…read moreand drinks: the consistency, presentation, and taste are excellent every single time I've come here. They have a large menu and offer wonderful desserts such as mochi waffles and pancakes which are soo tasty! Their sushi and savory selection never disappoint either. The atmosphere is also a mix of casual and elegant so it's great for either a regular brunch or a birthday or date.

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