San bruno does not have many hindu temples like places in sunnywale and fremont but this one is good enough. They had Mata ki chauki on 20th Jan which was a 6pm-10pm event and was very good. The priest is good. It was an event arraged by sponsors and many indians were there. They are open 8-12pm and 4pm-8pm now. New timings. Visit it read more

See all

This is an excellent temple for your spiritual needs. It is conveniently located. Best day to visit this temple is on Tuesday nights starting 7:30 PM. They have Ramayana katha, Bhajans, aarti and it followed by Mahaprasad (dinner). People there are wonderful, you will love the place. This temple also encourages many young devotees to participate in different activities. They have free YOGA, Sunday school for kids (Balvihar), senior programs and a free health clinic. Check their web site SanatanMandirSanBruno-com for details. All in all, it is a superb place must visiting. read more

See all

Only temple in Bay Area which is not commercialized. Truly for devotees, moreover priest Shri Pandit Jaleshwar Updhayay Ji and President Satish Ji are wonderful person and very welcoming. They make sure each and every devotee feel comfortable and and welcoming. They welcome participation in every special occasion or any casual visit, always felt welcome and connected to this place. Thanks to Panditji and Satish ji and other care taker of temple. read more

The mandir is nice with beautiful idols of Various Gods but the panditji is the one who ruins my visit here...not a big fan of his rude mannerism and specially is prejudice against girls! We have thad his pandit perform puja in our home... even though he performed the Puja satisfactorily his way of talking to and excluding female members was really awkward and left us feeling uncomfortable. Go there to visit the temple not so much for the panditji.... read more

This temple use to be great awesome. But now it runs by some priest that mostly sleeping there every time my mom goes there he is always wrapped in blankets and comes out from a side door. Never puts tika on your forehead and tells you to do it yourself and if you ask him to do a puja he will say come back a certain time. Then what's the use of opening the temple might as well close it and go to sleep just my thoughts. He is not welcoming at all we went today around 4pm he did exactly the same thing. He said he already cleaned the place now and he doesn't have time to do the puja! That sucks sorry to say it's a temple he should work with us ppl that goes there and feel they love for god and not make he's own rules!! read more

Best place so came and peaceful and every one is so friendly and celebration are ausome. As I entered in the Mandir I think I am in India and I loved that read more

Sanatan Mandir - Mahashivratri celebrations - Hindu Temples Near Me - San Bruno, California

See all

I went to the temple today for Janmashtami, just to start with I checked the website which showed the temple is open. After reaching the Temple at 2.20 PM we came to know that Temple will open at 3.00 PM. So we waited for more than 40 minutes and went IN. The priest was very rude, we went in to pray and this guy comes from inside and sends us to wash our hands. I am like I came from home to pray, taking bath so that was weird and if they wanted then it should be displayed somewhere. Than he started asking me from which part of India I came from and I don't know why should that come in the picture unless this guy is a racist. I mentioned I don't want to answer this and I came to have blessings from God and don't need to answer these kind of questions. My intention was also to encourage my daughter to come to temple often but with this kind of behavior, I highly doubt if I was successful. (Review written by my cousin who visited the temple today ) read more

Wonderful Hindu Temple In Bay Arear. I have Known the first committee members of this temple, Late Pundit Kishore Gosia his family & Lal family. Have also known temple priest Pandit Jaleshwar Upadhyayji from Fiji, is very pleasant, spiritual and respectful and the current President Satish Ji are wonderful person and very welcoming. They make sure each and every devotee feel comfortable and welcoming. Great job, Thanks to Panditji and President and other care takers of Temple. read more

I am a big fan of this temple but one huge request to the temple management: the new mandir timing specially the recent 6 pm closure of temple on all days is most ridiculous timing. Here is the reason : This makes it impossible for all the major mainstream devotees busy with office meetings and work and kids to complete their task and come to pay their respect to temple. Please increase the time window to at least 8 pm as before unless you don't want anyone to come and be part of this amazing temple. That is reason of my 4 star rating (I am a fan of this temple) which will become 5 star if the timings are made optimal for devotees. I would like to see more and more devotees for our this great temple. read more

I should preface this by saying I'm not Hindu. But two years ago, I took a religion class in college where a final paper required students to visit a place of worship that is not of Judeo-Christian origin. I came by and talked with the head person about coming in and observing. He was very welcoming and encouraged me to talk with some of the people there. I ended up talking about Hinduism and it's parallels with other religions to one of the people hanging out there. He explained to me what the service being held was about and its significance in terms of worship. I learned so much. At the end of the service, they invited me to have dinner with the rest of the worshippers and offered me to eat a bunch of yummy dinner. I couldn't say no and I was glad that I did because the food was delicious. Everyone was so friendly and I have nothing bad to say about this place. read more

We recently worked with the temple to organize a series of discourses by Swami Mukundananda ji at Sanatan Mandir San Bruno. The experience was quite wonderful. The temple leadership including Satish ji, the temple president, and Pandit Jaleshwar ji, the temple priest, is very pleasant to deal with. They were very gracious in accommodating our needs and supported us fully in ensuring the program was successful. The temple itself is simple, spacious, and provides a very tranquil experience. It is obvious the primary motive of the temple leadership is to serve the community of devotees in their spiritual journey. They also conduct programs for children, youth and seniors on a regular basis. Details can be found on their web site. It is indeed a privilege to have such a beautiful temple close to the city of San Francisco. read more

This is a great Hindu temple in Penninsula. I've been going to this temple for almost 14 years. Pandit ji is very welcoming and humble. Every time I go, I enjoy a great conversation with him. I've seen him in action during Tuesdays Ramayan path, Mahashivratri, Janmashtami and many more events. He is a very scholar, intelligent, soft spoken, yet very humble in behavior. I've never seen a priest who remembers hundreds of devotee's names and family members. I recommend everyone this temple. read more

I have been coming to this temple for over 5 years. This is the place where I found the most knowledgeable priest who knows Sanskrit really well and pronunciation of mantras are clear and very powerful. The only thing I have complain about this temple is the statues. This temple need to invest some money on murtis. My home murtis are bigger and glowing than what they have in this temple. Money from the donation box need to be invested on Bhagwan murtis. read more

Very conveniently located to SFO airport, this Hindu mandir (temple) is unique in that many of the followers are Indo-Fijians, meaning descendants of Indians who emigrated from India to the Pacific Island nation of Fiji to America. They have bala vihars (youth programs), kirtans (devotional singing), pujas (religious ceremonies), & festival celebration & observances. They also serve prasadam (devotional food). read more

See all

This Temple is really pleasant and well organized. Thanks to board members & organizers in handling all these things. Temple Priest is very knowledgeable and very Ritual following all Hindu Dharma principles and playing a great role in driving devotees who ever seek his suggestions and guiding towards successful and Divine life. In Good olden days, we had Sages in leading the society towards success. But later on, Indian Guru's took their roles in guiding to their best. Matru Devo Bhava!! Pitru Devo Bhava!! Guru Devo Bhava!! Now, the temple Priests are the last generation people who is playing these 'GURU' role and leading the society towards success. This temple is one of those Guru's who is guiding the devotees towards Success & Mukthi marg thru his wonderful speeches and suggestions. I pray God to save and generate more such kind Heart priests & Board members, people in the society to MAKE Good Citizens & Peaceful Country. This temple also conduct 'Bala Vihar' programs in the weekends to motivate Youngsters & Kids to promote the Culture & Traditions. This is really awesome opportunity for people to best utilize and carry Our Great Heritage to Future Generations. Thank You!! Viswanath read more

The only priest i have seen here in a really long time. He is nice, but the most important thing is he knows what he is doing and he enjoys that. I have heard his chantings and its unbelievable how good his sanskrit is. Its hard to find a pundit in america who is still indian from heart and follows all the rules and regulation. Pundit ji have been coming to our house during navratri's and does incredible prayers. We have grown a lot because of his prayers. All I have to say about this temple is that the interior is very dull. They need more murtis and they need to be more visible. read more

Namaste to the worshipers. we visited this temple 2 years ago, afternoon. The mandir is spacious, but really needs a big renovation. The place of worship where all the Bay area high income people go for prayers is crying out for some energy and work to beautify. It has the potential of a beautiful place to worship. The pandit ji that we met was very nice. He put tika on us. One thing for sure the priests make a big difference in the spirit of puja and that if you want to visit again or not. I plan to visit more from next year, and then can assess the ceremonies. read more

Nice temple...Met Pandit Jaleshwarji at the temple. He is very friendly and gave heads up about upcoming events and encouraged us to participate in the program scheduled for this weekend. read more

Wonderful temple. Pandit Upadhyayji is very pleasant, spiritual and respectful guru. Helped people as much as possible, I never expected it will be such a beautiful experience in this temple. Now I visit regularly for meditation and explore my spiritual journey. read more

This is my second time in SF hosted by the Sanatan Mandir, San Bruno. The organisation, management and the devotees a pride for Hinduism. Great experience speaking to a group of earnest spiritual seekers! Padit. Jaleshwar Upadhyay ji - what a great soul! A rare combination of Vidya and Vinaya (learning and humility) personified. The Mandir and devotees are truly blessed to have him around. Please cherish his presence. M. K. Angajan read more

I am proud to be part of a Religion that brings peace to self, society and being in US of A, we have a Sanatan Mandir in San Bruno. A Mandir that offers prays, believes in informing all through a well documented calendar published yearly, with blessing from great scholars in Banaras, India. A management/advisory team comprising of Indians from Fiji,India help run the Mandir's many functions at a top level. Keep up the good work! A Mandir, visited and blessed by many great religious leaders and scholars over the years including twice by Jagadguru Rambhadracharya. Please visit this Mandir and meet the head priest, Pundit Jaleshwar Upadhyay Sharsti, Masters in Sanskrit, a learned, highly respectful religious leader who will teach and guide righteously to be a respected religious individual in our society. I have personally have learned a lot from Punditji. With a good clean heart and positive mind, I highly recommend a visit to this Mandir to gain religious knowledge and inner peace. JAI SHREE KRISHNA read more

I attended this temple (Oct. 22, 2012) with offerings and a chance to better understand my religion as a Hindu devotee. To my shock while waiting inline to present my offerings the head priest lost his temper at a pair of old ladies over the presentation of there offerings. He was very rude, and belittled them in front of everyone "calling them ignorant." Instead of advising them the proper way (if there is one), he just screamed, and shouted. As the line continued he belittle other people, and the majority of the line grew very upset (someone advised me this was a common occurrence). The head priest, when questioned by a devotee, on what merits the correct presentation, the priest grew very belligerent and emprise his judgment was the gods rule and soon a shouting match ensued inside the temple. read more

Best Temple in Peninsula. Pandit Jaleshwarji is wonderful and friendly person. Kids Sunday classes are very well organized and disciplined. Kids get to learn so much about Indian culture and tradition here. Located in middle of san bruno downtown, it's a beautifully maintained temple. read more

Its a temple very accessible for those living in peninsula. a very well organized management and great festive atmosphere during festivals and great place for bhajans and service activities. read more

Excellent place. Everyone there are very friendly. I visit the temple very often. They celebrate every other Indian festival in a grand way.. I often ask my friends to visit this Sanatan Temple. Please visit the temple and for sure you will like the place. I contributed for a Preeti Bhoj for my son on one Tuesday, it was well organized and everything was very well taken care. They prepared really delicious prasad/food. And everyone were very helpful to us. read more

I visited Sanatan Mandir on a weekday on the second anniversary of my Dad's passing. I had nothing specific in mind but just wanted to spend some time reflecting. I asked the Pandit if there was something I could do in terms of a small puja / offering. He initially misunderstood that my Dad had passed on that very day and naturally hesitated to volunteer anything of that magnitude on short notice! He eventually understood that it was a second anniversary and unnecessarily apologized for his completely understandable English. He asked me to sit down for a few minutes while he attended to a few of the other devotees then proceeded to go through a wonderful and detailed set of prayers on my behalf!! He then offered me several fruits and sweets as prasad to take home and encouraged me to bring my family to "our temple". I thank Pandit Jaleshwar for creating a moment where I could reflect fondly on my Dad and reach out in mind and soul. I am eager to return with the family for one of the Tuesday evening Ramayana sessions Panditji described. read more