Great spot for lunch if you love quantity! They really loaded my bowl up which was awesome. Their…read morechicken shwarma is very delicious and tender, so I highly recommend that one! Downside is that I felt like everything was too salty so I did struggle finishing my bowl. I'd hope they tone down the saltiness in the near future!

I was so bummed to find out my favorite fast casual spot in downtown Alameda has closed its doors…read morefor good! I was in the area looking to grab a bite before heading to Southie to catch the Hawks manhandle the Niners. As usual, the restaurant that I always look to forward to visiting is Hummus Republic. Once I found some parking around the corner, I was happily skipping down the block towards the entrance, until... The place was dark, and no one was inside. I had to do a double take to make sure it wasn't one of the scheduled closed days. Sure enough, it was not. There was also no signage on the window or any mention of a vacation or emergency. It was just... closed. As I looked inside, I noticed some furniture and decor had already been removed, so I knew it was beyond the point of no return. In any event, it is indeed a dark time for me, as I frequented Hummus Republic quite often. Yes, I know it is a chain, but the nearest one that I know of now is all the way in Livermore near the outlets. Honestly, it's not completely a shock though, as this particular location was often empty, and I also heard that rent is quite high. There are also alternative Mediterranean shops in the vicinity, such as Tahina and Q's, but none of them combine the level of freshness, convenience and overall value as Hummus Republic. Although it's a lazy comparison used a zillion times before, just think of Hummus Republic as the Chipotle of Mediterranean fare. Depending on who you get serving you, portions can range from large to absolutely gargantuan. It's no exaggeration when I say that a single bowl serving is pretty much enough for both lunch and dinner. Coming from a pig like yours truly, that is saying a lot! Sadly, this exact address also seems to have a high turnover rate, as I have seen a myriad of various businesses sprout up there in recent years. Hopefully the next tenant will provide something to fill the inevitable void. RIP Hummus Republic! You will be sorely missed! The only thing that improved my mood after witnessing this sad news was watching the Hawks absolutely mollywhop the Niners. :‑D

Elijah is very personable, polite, and truly customer-service oriented. If only all customer…read moreservice personnel were as attentive! My favorite salad is, The Greek. Nothing better than a fresh salad. Thanks again, Elijah! Lisa

I can't tell you how much I think about this salad!!!…read more They have different salad options to choose from or the option to customize your own. The ingredients are all super fresh and the dressings are 10/10. My personal favorite is the lemon vinaigrette, but the green goddess is ! The portions are also a major pro! Just a half salad will usually last me two days! They toss the salads right in front of you and are super accommodating of any changes or additions. Its a small place towards the back of Alameda marketplace, which has a lot of other cool places to check out!! Highly recommend if you are looking for a quick, healthy, and refreshing meal!

one of my go to spots in alameda for the almond breading.. chicken tenders were ginormous the last…read moretime i came

I have been here twice and it's been pretty run of the mill. I would say the chicken they use for…read morethe sandwiches...and probably the strips....and probably the salad, is actually really good. It was hot and thick and juicy when it came out. The fries were decent, but likely just some standard frozen fries. The ranch was also really good, but $.50 each small sized cup. My biggest gripe was the service and the state of the restaurant. In the booth we sat in there was an electrical outlet is hanging out of the wall and the booths are in need of cleaning. We had to use the bathroom, and the soap was out. The staff member brought a new one, but didn't know how to install it so it just sat on top of paper towels. Not a huge deal but bruh, figure it out. The guy was nice enough, but just sat and watched his phone when no one was at counter. There was also another guy, maybe from the kitchen (?) hanging out behind the counter sometimes as well. All while tables needed wiping, the bus tub was FULL with dishes, or either of them could have tried to get the soap installed. If there was no one at counter or food to cook it was stand around and stare at our phones. It's just sad Just a subpar experience for as much as food costs these days. Train the staff to stay busy and know how to bus tables and clean. And if you ever order the BLT chicken sandwich make sure to ask for no BBQ sauce. Yuk.

Every city I go to I try and find the best falafels. Which requires no reheating the actual fried…read morechickpea balls. Tahina is very fresh. EXCELLENT!!! I had a falafel wrap. I ask for less pickles and then add yogurt sauce and feta. It is now my go to falafel spot. Great service. The space to eat is a common shared space either at tables or outside. I usually just go home. THANKS TAHINA!

We just catered with Tahina for our kiddo's park birthday at Jean Sweeney, and it was such a great…read moreexperience with great food! For about 80 people we ordered: 7 lbs of chicken schwarma 7 lbs of beef schwarma 10 pcs of lamb and beef kebab (to accommodate our halal guests) (100) falafels (3) 1/2 pans of saffron rice (80) pitas (4) dip trios (from their regular menu) Rumi thoughtfully helped me finalize the catering setup to make sense for our party with additional warmers and delivery for Alameda. Delivery was on-time and setup was swift. 10/10 would cater with them again. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the food! Thank you, Rumi & Tahina team

One of the best restaurants in Alameda. The Tea Leaf or Rainbow salad is a must. I have not had…read moreanything there I didn't like.

Incredible pre-concert dinner, tea leaf salad and Burmese chicken curry with coconut rice were…read moreelite. Lotus root chips were fresh and crunchy. The two of us ordered enough for like 3-4 ppl, portions are HUGE!

This place is amazing!!! they have the best gyros!! It's so tasty and so filling! with so much…read moremeat paired with a side of garlic fries, which was good. House made lemonade. We went during lunchtime and it wasn't that crowded. Great customer service. We were seated right away for a party of eight. Everyone really enjoyed their meal people that had the platters had a bunch of leftovers. The portion here is very generous. The meat is so juicy and flavorful. parking a street parking. This place is located across the street from the movie theater. I would definitely recommend this place. I can't wait to come back.

I remember loving Troy so much, but I fear it's not the same anymore. While still decent, it's no…read morelonger memorable. Tbh, the best thing was the fries. Serving size for everything is very fair and it is priced well, but flavor seems to be lacking now. The lamb tasted dry/old.

For Friday Funday we were once again on the taco trail. While I have been to other Cholita Linda…read morelocations before, this one hit different for me in the best way. We ordered the taco trio woth Baja fish, carnitas, and carne asada with plantains and it was satisfying, filling and flavorful. We will definitely be back to thus location to eat our way through the menu. It doesn't hurt that Tucker's Ice Cream is jist a few doors down.

I went for pick up. Got 6 fish and 6 steak tacos boy were they good, but I think they taste even…read morebetter when you eat them as they're cooked. I was surprised though how empty the place was, but then again it was only a Tuesday night. Sorry no pics this time, but I definitely will next time.

Delicious, healthy food and fair prices. The space is small but they have an outdoor dining area. I…read morewould definitely recommend this spot if you want an affordable, filling meal that's healthy. And it's in the heart of alameda so you can walk around the other shops

My friend and I had the new item: cheesesteak wrap with waffle fries and drinks…read more The wraps were huge and very tasty & filling for the money. The waffle fries were plenty. The restaurant was very busy for a Thursday lunchtime. Most were for to-go meals.A few people ate inside or outside the restaurant and their meals looked very good! The service is typically normal for this type of restaurant. The ambiance is a simple Mediterranean style no frills decor. We came mainly for the food and fellowship between two long time friends. We came to this restaurant a few times last year. We plan to return when our cravings are high for Q Halal food!

The Susan Special is absolutely amazing! One of the best sandwiches I've had in a long time --…read morefresh, flavorful, and made with such great attention to detail. Every bite was packed with delicious combinations of flavors, and the ingredients tasted incredibly fresh. Sandwich Board has truly perfected the art of making a great sandwich. The quality, creativity, and care that go into each one really stand out. The Susan Special is a must-try -- I'll definitely be coming back for more!

I've lived in alameda my whole life and these two ladies have been sweet and kind the few times…read moreI've gone here. My recent experience was nothing but unpleasant for my father. We come and my dad is trying to communicate what he wanted on his sandwich, and everyone is particular about everything so before you quick jump to "it's just a sandwich" we pay for good service and we tip good and i'm writing this in hopes this doesn't happen to anyone else in the board. My dad wanted everything on his sandwich as well as lite mustard and etc and the lady who makes the sandwiches wasn't listening and kept trying to say she got it and she's working on it. I've worked in food service for years and it is important to hear what a customer is asking for because after all, it's their food. We got home, no tomatoes, sandwich was missing stuff, my boyfriend's sandwich was missing stuff. It was disappointing. My father was very upset. I think they could be more friendly as well as being more adapting to certain people who are just communicating a specific need or want in their purchase. We will be calling later in hopes to remove or change this review. Thank you.

The Star is always solid, and I actually haven't been to this location in forever. While in the…read morearea for the Downtown Alameda Art & Wine Faire, we wanted to duck into a spot with air conditioning for the family and of course, a yummy sit-down meal. We didn't have a reservation, but we were seated pretty quickly upon walking in. We ordered Caesars, meatballs for the kiddo, a cheese thin crust, and a BYO thin crust with sausage/onion/pepp. We also grabbed some local brews too. There's something about their cornmeal crust I absolutely love. The pizza is light, crispy, and just a nice pie overall :) I didn't know they had lunch specials (personal deep dish or thin crust) and side mixed or Caesar until 3p. They also have a weekly happy hour from 3p-5:30p with cocktail/food/beer and wine discounts. Space is huge and super aesthetically pleasing. I believe the building was once an old bank now converted. Parking is tough around Park hehe, so leave room to nail a spot.

The Thin BBQ chicken is seriously the best pizza I've ever had. I've tried it twice and it did not…read moredisappoint me once. The ingredients taste so fresh! Fast and friendly service. I also really appreciate the $8 voucher for future use. This will be our family's go to for pizza nights!