Murrieta's Well

3005 Mines Rd
Livermore, CA 94550

Joe B. writes: Gorgeous building and tasting room, tucked away in the hills just a bit, in contrast to a number of other wineries in the Livermore Valley.  This is one of the ones I'd be sure to bring friends to if I brought them out to the Livermore Valley, and…

Deacon Dave's Christmas Lights

352 Hillcrest Avenue
Livermore, CA 94550

Jane D. writes: Deacon Dave's xmas lights rock.  Each year he and his elves always seem to top their light count from the previous years.

When I was little I thought Deacon Dave was two people not one. In church I would always hear "DICK n' DAVE". Twins maybe.?…

Livermore Farmers' Market

Carnegie Park
Third St & J St
Livermore, CA 94550

arnold g. writes: The Livermore Farmer's Market is beautiful thing, bringing the community together on Thursday evenings between May and October to support area farmers and other local businesses. It's also the easiest way for me to pick up fresh peach pies from…

Tequila Taqueria

160 S Livermore Ave
Livermore, CA 94550

arnold g. writes: I never thought downtown Livermore would be a mini mecca of Mexican food, but there are at least four really good taquerias within a block of each other, and Tequilas is the best of the bunch.

The al pastor burrito I had was basically perfect. I used…

Railroad Cafe

2041 Railroad Ave
Livermore, CA 94550

arnold g. writes: *****UPDATE 5/14/07  *****

Okay...this is the last time I modify this review! I SWEAR!

Came here for lunch with coworkers last Friday and had a bacon cheeseburger. It was delicious and huge! (I think 10oz. before cooking). Only gripe was the juicy…

Sanrio Southland

302 Southland Mall
Hayward, CA 94545

Hilda W. writes: and i thought the sanrio in valley fair was awesome. dude the one in southland mall is loaded with stuff that you cant find in the other sanrios. luckily i found my pickles the frog note book and pen which ive been searching for for awhile now. they…

Burger Road

2010 American Ave
Hayward, CA 94545

Gabe F. writes: I GOT A BURGER FEVER! AND THE ONLY CURE IS A TRIP DOWN BURGER ROAD!Yeah,yeah, the place off milkshake blvd.I got a 1/2 pounder with cheese,lettuce, tom,onion,mayo,must, on a soft french roll with a side of crispy, golden fries and a jug o pepsi for $…

Panda Express

24387 Southland Drive
Hayward, CA 94545

Keane L. writes: Better than any Panda in any mall I've been to. They make their Char Siu fresh, and I actually prefer it to the traditional ones (not as fatty).

Good service. (Yeah, I said a Chinese place has "good service...")

Pot Pie Paradise & Deli

3522 Arden Rd
Hayward, CA 94545

Bucky K. writes: My wife is working in the East bay this week, although I wish she was working on my peninsula. HEY-OH!!!! (man, I am so gonna pay for that...) Wednesday around two I received a call from her.
Jen: You're gonna be so mad at me.
Me: Did you finally have…

Dairy Belle Freeze

2285 W Tennyson Rd
Hayward, CA 94545

luis .. writes: Yes it's a janky rip off of Dairy Queen.  So what?  They have soft serve ice cream and grill up a mean burger!  Simple and damn good.

Everyone from high school kids ditching class and people stopping by on their way home from work to the Haward/Union…

In-N-Out Burger

1881 N. Livermore Ave.
Livermore, CA 94550

Jennifer L. writes: I'm not one of those folks that LURRRVVES In-N-Out.  I like it.  I think it's good.  I like that there are hidden options.  I didn't do cartwheels or backflips or wait in line when it opened in the Bay Area.  I did once leave a cozy apartment late at…

First Street Ale House

2086 1st St
Livermore, CA 94550

Sun E. writes: I vote this the absolute best place to dine along First Street!

My happy family digs the big delicious burgers, baskets of delicious
fries and the onion rings!

Lots of outdoor dining is a plus!

All the positives written in the other reviews...
believe…

Wente Vineyards Restaurant & Visitors Center

5050 Arroyo Rd
Livermore, CA 94550

jason g. writes: Came here this past Saturday for a friends wedding.  It's a nice vineyard but it's not Napa nor Sonoma.  I never knew livermore had vineyards.  Had to drive into the Livermore neighborhood before arriving to this estate.  The neighborhood was a…

Funyuns!

Livermore, CA 94550

Eugene G. writes: These 5 stars are for the wasabi funyuns...... i remember there being flaming hot funyuns too, but i think i'm alone on that.

Update! : Wasabi Funyuns are officially good on EVERYTHING!!!!!

Cedar Mountain Winery

7000 Tesla Rd
Livermore, CA 94550

David W. writes: Mmmmmm, port.

When we went they had 6 wines total: 2 whites, 2 reds, and 2 ports.

The whites were a Pinot Grigio and a Sauvignon.  Both were smooth and refreshing.  

The reds were the Franc and the Duet.  I would by a box of both.  Again, very smooth…

Doms Outdoor Outfitters

1870 1st St
Livermore, CA 94550

blair k. writes: Doms is the place to go for everything out doorsy!  I am a bit of a girly girl so I have needed help with camping stuff and presents for the out doorsy men in my life.  Matt Goodman is the most helpful manager dude!!  He has prevented major melt…

Bent Creek Winery

5455 Greenville Rd
Livermore, CA 94550

Paul B. writes: Wine tastings here are free.

They let you taste about 7 wines, including a port.

They provide free (quality) chocolate, candied pecans, and soda crackers for pairing / snacking / palate cleansing.

Last time I showed up they had HOMEMADE CHILI to taste…

Lo's China Bistro

2059 1st St
Livermore, CA 94550

Jodi B. writes: THEY DELIVER!  That seals the deal for me.

Love this place. Have only taken to go or delivery but have had good experiences with both.

We stick to the basics and this place does a nice job on everything we've had: Cashew Chicken, Sweet and Sour Pork,…

Page Mill Winery

1960 S. Livermore Ave.
Livermore, CA 94550

Dane S. writes: As the owner of Page Mill Winery i appreciate all the comments!!!
I will admit the tasting room is small.... we're working on enclosing the patio outside to create a better space for more light, more capacity and better access to the wine! I hope…

Livermore Tattoos

1515 N Vasco Rd
Livermore, CA 94550

Michelle S. writes: I am actually not sure whether I would get work done here. Kinda sketchy (yes, I am aware that most tattoo parlors are...I'm inked too) and they only take cash...you know, tattoos can cost a lot of $$$ so having, you know, $300 in your pocket is kind…

Manila Barbeque House

5825 Jarvis Ave
Newark, CA 94560

shannon l. writes: This place was yummy!  Compared to Tipanan, a Filipino eatery in the plaza right across the street, Manila Barbeque House looks a little more ghetto.  The prices of the meals are about the same but I give Tipanan major props for their excellent…

Tea Station

39115 Cedar Blvd
Newark, CA 94560

Linda C. writes: A good solid three...

Tons of options for tea - classic tea, tea with tapicoa, rose tea, green tea, oolong, snow ice drinks, smoothie drinks - you name it, they have it!  Even offers snack food items and some simple foods such as ramen noodles and…

Chou Ma Ma's Kitchen

35201 Newark Blvd
Unit B
Newark, CA 94560

Eric K. writes: this is what I called CHINESE SOOOUL FOOD people!!!! it doesnt get more authentic than this, cheap, good, and a little dirty.  

David H. eats there everyday, he said he'd love to marry Chou Ma Ma one day.

Taqueria Los Gallos

35232 Newark Blvd
Newark, CA 94560

Adrienne P. writes: Delicioso y Rapido!  Mi favorito es el... oops, let me write this in English...

This is our Mexican take-out place.  We probably would have never tried it but a friend of ours insisted on burritos one day and Taqueria Los Gallos happened to be the…

Pakwan

41068 Fremont Blvd
Fremont, CA 94538

catherine b. writes: I like how they keep the place clean and tidy. They don't put on any airs here. They just serve good food, they have orange booths and a pretty friendly crew, to boot.

I've had good veg plates (curry, daal, chana masala, spinach and potato) as well…

Capitol City Driving School

3679 Thornton Ave
Fremont, CA 94536

Wesley O. writes: Just about everyone in Fremont in this 2nd generation has learned to drive here.

Extreme vague statements aside, this is truly one great driving school taught by one of the more peculiar individuals in driving education.

Colin Huey.

When I attended…

Essanay Cafe

37533 Niles Blvd
Fremont, CA 94536

Daniela A. writes: After years of hearing about Essanay Cafe, we finally decided to try it for brunch. I am so glad we did! This place is truly a gem, with its cozy yet classy decor, great, personalized service and last, but not least, the wonderful food they serve at…

Bronco Billys Pizza Palace

37651 Niles Blvd
Fremont, CA 94536

Rinky A. writes: Hey-we had a great pizza too!  We ordered the Sagebrush Pizza (Onions, tomatoes, mushroom,bell peppers). The vegetables were super thinly sliced and had a lot of flavor--not dried up or raw like most pizza places.

The sauce was very tasty-seasoned…

Uncle Chong

36659 Fremont Blvd
Fremont, CA 94536

Mercy B. writes: Uncle Chong's is a great place to gather for family celebrations.

Our last visit to Uncle Chong's was to celebrate my niece's baptism (one of the many nieces I have). They had no problem accommodating our party of 50.

The food was great and so was…

Wienerschnitzel

37119 Fremont Blvd
Fremont, CA 94536

grace m. writes: (audio aide: http://www.youtube.com...)

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wan apan a tye, der was a gel nem grasya, hu gat…

Dr. Steven C Fong, DDS Inc

2211 Parkside Dr Ste E
Fremont, CA 94536

JeFF T. writes: Whilst playing basketball one nite several years ago, I took an elbow to my jaw which resulted in a broken tooth.  My brother recommended I contact one his friends to help me out, since I was looking for some emergency work.  Dr. Fong just happens to…

Blacow Valero

37635 Blacow Rd
Fremont, CA 94536

Nate T. writes: It seems to me that Valero is a relative newcomer to the gasoline scene. Where did all the Valeros come from?? How did they pop up on every street corner so quickly?? Should we fear Valero?

The answer to that final question would be a resounding NO!…

Yuk Wah Restaurant

37418 Fremont Blvd
Fremont, CA 94536

Ryan T. writes: Nothing yucky about Yuk Wah! Don't come here expecting fine china and chandeliers--this place is about good food in a simple,  unpretentious neighborhood restaurant setting in Fremont. Wonderfully crisp broccoli and carrots with prawns made my…

Dorso's Automotive Repair

3750 Bonde Way
Fremont, CA 94536

Jackson P. writes: I heard of this place via the other Yelp review.  I gave Rick a call and he was very friendly - I told him my car was making a noise and I needed someone to check it out.  He had me come on over and he was willing to hop in the car and go for a ride…

Mioki Sushi

3924 Decoto Rd
Fremont, CA 94536

Krystel B. writes: Wow... just, WOW. This place was amazing. Atmosphere was casual and straight-forward. The wait staff was very attentive and sweet. And oh oh! FREE TEMPURA SNOW PEAS! Their massive list of specialty rolls were uniqiue and reasonably priced -- the…

Racing Lab

28306 Industrial Blvd
Hayward, CA 94545

Jeremiah M. writes: The peeps over at Racing lab are real friendly and they have a good selection of after market parts. I bought/buy all my parts here....from Rota wheels to intakes,mufflers, etc. Talk to Vincent or Phil and say Jeremiah referred you and ask for a…

Grand Taipei Restaurant

25036 Hesperian Blvd
Hayward, CA 94545

Amélie P. writes: So my friend/accountant/motorcy cle dealer person and I have this agreement: I take him out to dinner, he does my taxes.

Granted, this happens once a year, and sure, it's been a while since I've seen him (I'll be writing the review of the LAST time…

Celebrations Party Rentals

2492 Technology Dr
Hayward, CA 94545

Meli L. writes: Absolutely amazing party supplies to rent, and very affordable prices.  Excellent customer service, I would definately recommend to friends, family and everyone in need of cool unique party items.

** They just moved to a new location still in…

Tomodachi Sushi Bistro

24123 Hesperian Blvd
Hayward, CA 94545

Aivy C. writes: Relatively pricey for the small portions that they have, but the quality of the food is always very, very good.

This is really a 3 stars kind of place, but the 4th star is for their bacon tomato skewer. HOLY SHIT. LOVE.