Pizza Express

I am so sad to write this but must for my fellow people who love Thai and Lao food. I will not be…read moreordering from this place again. Having eaten both cuisines my entire life as a Southeast Asian and having made both myself growing up. Service was good and staff were friendly. 1) pad Thai: ok, but didn't have enough tamarind flavor. Generous amount of chicken and tofu. This saved our meal. 2) Laos style papaya salad: worst I've ever had. The papaya is shredded wrong, was missing an ingredient, and I've never had it served with purple cabbage. A must skip. I have a feeling they do not make it in a mortar and pestle.

Ok - hear me out. This place is so strange because it's more of a grab and go place INSIDE of…read moreCastro Village Bowl. But we got the pad see ew and the fried rice here with a drink (total $44) because we were starving and didn't have time for dinner before meeting up with a friend group to bowl - and I was pleasantly surprised at the value of what we got?? Pros: - The 2 dishes we ordered, came with HUGE portions - I was so surprised because I expected it to be overpriced (since it's inside the bowling alley and the place also services bar food/fried food fitting for a bowling alley) - Tasted pretty good honestly! not bad. it didn't hold up well later in the night or the next day, but not terrible. - decent amount of veggies and meat in the pad see ew! - Pretty quick service, food came out in less than 10 mins, and they gave us a buzzer so we knew when the food was ready Cons: - obviously service can be a bit hit or miss, but it's a bowling alley, so set your expectations accordingly Overall, I wouldn't come out of my way to eat here - but it is refreshing to not only be stuck eating fried bar food at the alley

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Pad see ew chicken

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McDonald's

1.8(170 reviews)

0.7 mi

Local to this when visiting the area…read more 5x's over all different days or nights I had asked POLITELY please make sure the order is "made to order" Fries constantly taste bottom of the barrel and burnt. Nuggets are CONSTANTLY COLD. The 2 people that are friendly there are rare the others want to argue you down and get you OUT the way and on their mess up. I was not going to do this but this last time was the last time ya'll got my family's order cold. The manager needs to have a group meeting expressing the golden arch expectations. These meals are not cheap and once we drive off we are subject to what was not completed.

Its never a welcoming greeting..,Just vague, coffee pouring needs to be addressed. They pour to the…read moreTOP which causes spillage. Not trying to he mean but just giving my opinion. A good morning goes a long way especially in times like today. I understand to some its just fast food but I thought McDonalds had a reputation of going above or beyond? I guess not anymore.

Spilled oatmeal

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Wendy's

2.6(118 reviews)

1.1 mi

I was Rolling around Castro Valley!!!…read more I decided to get a Snack at Wendy's!! I parked right in front in their Private Lot!!!! I noticed the Restaurant was Brightly lit !!! I rolled in and there was a Huge line at the Register!!! They were Seriously under Staffed!! It took 30 minutes for me to get to the Cashier!! She was Stressed Out but she took my Order Correctly!! I ordered a Chocolate Frosty And a Small French FRIES!!! It took 15 Minutes to put my Order together!! The Server was Stressed Out also!!! My Frosty was only half full !!! So I Complained to the Server and she said to bad they were to busy to deal with it!!!! This is Not a Baller On A Budget Approved Establishment !!!! I keep my Pimp Hand Strong!!! #34 On the Yelp Top #50 List Of The Most Prolific Yelp Elites of 2025!!!

I loved this place, the people were very friendly I was impressed by the speed with which they made…read moremy order and everything was going well and fresh. Good choice to eat fast food

Spicy Chicken Sandwich- 6.99$ (coupon- -5$)

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In-N-Out Burger

3.9(534 reviews)

3.1 mi

Great! In n out at this location bounced back as the last visit was the saddest in n out burger I…read morehad ever seen. We got two double doubles animal style burgers along with animal style fries. I came in during peak dinner with the drive thru line going all around the parking lot. The wait to order was only a minute and after 13 minutes, my order was ready. The huge staff were all diligently making the food and busting out several burgers fries and shakes within a few minutes. The food was sublime and delicious as usual :) We were too hungry so the photos are b-roll quality. Oop

I had to stop by an In-N-Out Burger during my Bay Area visit. Trying to taste the authentic…read moreCalifornia style burger. What a fail!!!! This In-N-Out Burger is within my reach. Me and a friend made our way here to find the drive through was extremely long. Then, we decided to park at the Walmart parking lot and proceed to walk. There was no line in the restaurant but people scattered around waiting for their food. We literally waited 30 minutes for our food. Considering the cost of food, long wait is expected. Not sure if it's the busy season or the way they make their food, the fries were nasty. They were dry and hard, not just one piece but the whole tray. Salt packets were provided. Burger... ugh. I had better In-N-Out Burgers in Texas than this these in California. For God Sakes... In-N-Out Burger is originally from California. But the quality is in below my expectations.

Drive Thru

Ordered animal fries and got cheese fries!

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Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers

3.3(200 reviews)

2.3 mi

The service is Good and the place is clean, i also like how…read morefriendly and efficient the workers

I've been to this location a few times and I actually thoroughly like it. Their pick up is usually…read moreseamless and they get my order correct which is nice. Recently, I ate in person and the food came out piping hot. Service was great but also, I noticed the staff cleaning each table and the bathroom was also fairly clean. There was also a staff going around making sure everyone's orders were good. I thought that was great to see and enjoyed the spotless environment. Of course the main star is the food and it definitely lives up to the hype IMO. It's just classic chicken tenders and crinkle cut fries but when it's piping hot, it's super delicious and can't beat the good service too.

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McDonald's

2.0(262 reviews)

1.0 mi

I'm shocked why the ratings here are so low. This place is right off the freeway and they could get…read morereally busy. The person that took my order through the drive-through greeted me and even wished me a happy birthday from redeeming on my app, which was so sweet . Not only was the cashier nice, but also the person that gave our food in the second window was nice as well . Ask for sauce gave a sauce with no hesitation quick and friendly service. Food was hot and fresh and great customer service

The most beautifully decorated McDs around for the holidays. Balloon Grinch Christmas tree and…read moremore. Went in to try the McRib... its a once in a lifetime type of thing. I was very pleasantly surprised with the holiday decorations here. Somebody really went above and beyond. I've been to other locations and none other stand a chance in the award for most spirited McDs. I was very impressed - so were the children - people would do photos with the Grinch - I think that is better than with Santa. My McRib is what you would expect from McDs. It isn't exactly gourmet and it won't win any Michelin Stars but I liked it. It was yuuuge!! I would have rather had the Grinch meal but those are long sold out. Grinch cups are festive - and they have those at all locations. Speedy delivery of food and I ordered at the kiosk. It is all really fast service - so much better than the other one I frequent in Dublin when I'm gettin wheel and tire work done next door at Big O. I love the Grinch. I have my own little Grinch stuff toy that my cat tries to steal from me. I yell at him and finally found it was best to just hide it in the car. Don't forget the Grinch is really a wonderful guy - His heart grew 5 sizes larger way back when.

Electronic kiosks to place your order - 4/2024

The usual unhealthy deliciousness

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Jack in the Box

1.9(142 reviews)

This location has a great team. I want to give a shoutout to Miguel, Gaby and David. They go above…read moreand beyond to take care of my family. My family got an extra sticker because we all love the movie gremlins. We just picked up the food inside and it was a lovely simple and clean environment. Thank you all for your hospitality and wonderful customer service!

I really used to love Jack-in-the-Box five years ago, but it seems like every time I come to…read moreJack-in-the-Box especially this location. It's such a disappointment. I paid $22 for a jack spicy chicken sandwich with cheese. They totally forgot the cheese there is no mayonnaise on the burger and my large curly fry was half a box completely cold and the thing that also sucks is we have to beg these employees to make our food fresh after spending $22?

Milk Tea with boba

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The Chicken On Fire

4.3(824 reviews)

1.0 mi

If you're in the mood for some seriously delicious Korean fried chicken, Chicken on Fire is a…read morehidden gem you don't want to miss. This tiny spot does one thing -- and they do it incredibly well. Their menu is simple: crispy, juicy fried chicken paired with rice and a side of tangy, refreshing coleslaw. But don't let the simplicity fool you; each bite is packed with flavor! The chicken is perfectly crispy on the outside while staying tender and juicy on the inside. You can tell they've mastered the art of frying. And with the price being so reasonable, you'll definitely feel like you're getting more than your money's worth. The rice and slaw balance out the heat and richness of the chicken beautifully, making for a well-rounded meal that leaves you craving more. My fave flavors are spicy Medium and sweet and sour! This hole-in-the-wall spot might not have all the bells and whistles, but it has heart, great food, and a welcoming vibe. If you're in the Castro valley area, I highly recommend!

We ordered our food to go. The staff packed everything nicely, our order was accurate and also…read morelooked very presentable for a to go order. Since we got it to go, I can't speak to the location nor its vibe. The order: Soy Garlic chicken wings -These wings are currently the Standard Bar which other Soy Garlic Korean Fried Chicken Wings are compared to. It has a well seasoned batter that is not too thick, has crunch and flavor even with the soy garlic sauce. The soy garlic sauce is Garlic forward with a nice amount of sweetness. Medium Spicy Chicken Wings -The batter was well seasoned, and the spice takes a second or two to kick in. The spice level of medium is probably as hot as I would enjoy (normal enjoyable max spice level is hot Cheetos). To me, it is soy garlic with a kick up underlying spice. Sweet Potato Fries -A nice toasted sweetness on the outside and a very soft sweet potato inside. Goes great with the sweet and sour dipping sauce. Onion Rings -The batter on these were surprisingly tasty with a nice crunch to them. They weren't soggy and they had a delicious like taste to them (maybe corn batter). If you like onion rings, then these are worth a taste. Rice -Their rice was as perfect as rice can be. I always enjoy eating some rice with my chicken. The rice also came in handy to cool things down when eating the spicier wings.

Regular and Spicy Curry

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Extra Sweet & Sour Sauce and Soy Garlic Sauce.

Habit Burger & Grill

2.5(335 reviews)

The floors were littered, the tables needed cleaning, burger…read morebuns not toasted, fries were cold... This was about about 9:15pm on a Friday night.

The male employee went to take out the trash by the front door only to drop garbage and leak some…read moreink liquid from the garbage to the back door. The same employee came out, wiped 2 tables then walked right by the liquid and pepper/napkin on the floor. Tables were not cleaned. Bathroom had a large puddle of water that should have been cleaned up, at least there was a wet floor sign. Lastly, our food was late, as were the rest of the patrons before and after us. By the time food was presented, it was cold. It's a hard pass, go elsewhere.

Napkins under the table, liquid from garbage to back door while garbage was taken out.

Steak Char Burger, Char Burger, tempura fries

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Strawberry Shake ($5.72 with tax): 8.25/10. My son enjoyed his too. ... They're a little overpriced because of how small they are.

Nation's Giant Hamburgers

2.9(322 reviews)

Great burgers and amazing high quality service, would come again to enjoy more meals!read more

Great service, the ladies behind the counter and on the grill are super friendly! Food was fast and…read moreamazing! We drive from Oakland to eat here every time we want Nations!