[Nfbc-info] On a budget? fast food near freemont hilton

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Do we know how walkable the surrounding area is?
Chuck
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> Note I am giving you a list of many restaurants nearby on yelp because 
> your budget may be a little more extravagant than mine.
> I can't find starbucks but it is mentioned also liet me show you just a 
> few reviews of the newark hilton food.
> One reviewer writes:
> Centrally located: close to freeway, fast food restaurant, food for less, 
> Costco,
> mall, hair/nail salon, car dealerships, and just about all arrays of 
> business are
> within reach!
> Enjoy your stay if you choose to book Hilton!
> came here for a conference and the banquet room was decent.  What pushed 
> me to 4
> stars was the FOOD!  I was so surprised that hotel food could be this 
> good.
> We had:
> -chicken skewers (marinated in a sweet, thick sauce)
> -taquitos with fresh & chunky guacamole
> -bruschetta toasted & topped with melted mozarella, tomatoes, olive oil & 
> goat cheese
> (everyone LOVED this)
> -veggie eggrolls
> -cookies (coconut & oatmeal cookies were so soft and chewy; I took some 
> home for
> the bf and told him he wouldn't be able to resist after one bite & I was 
> 100% right)  There's also a restaurant, Ginger Bar & Grill, that's located
> right in the middle of the hotel.
> Another reviewer says:
> Not sure what to make of the bar, which does a karaoke night on Thursday 
> and has
> a live band on Fridays and Saturdays.  It's a strange mix of folks, 
> definitely not
> the place for a quiet drink - however, the two bartenders I encountered 
> were fun
> and friendly, which goes a long way...
> ANother customer says:
> This place has a nice relaxing bar/lounge....the staff and the customers 
> always seem
> friendly.  Good for any night of the week if you're looking for something 
> more low
> key and where you can actually have a conversation with someone. Drinks 
> are a little
> pricey though.
> 1. Chandni Restaurant
> Categories:
> Indian
> ,
> Buffets
> ,
> Venues & Event Spaces
> ,
> Pakistani
> 4 star rating
> 20 reviews
> 5748 Mowry School Rd
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 668-1051
> Photo of cRiSsY L.
> We were invited to a 'Aqeeqah Mubarak' luncheon here.  Finally.. as had 
> heard about
> it many times.    They sectored off an area for my friends luncheon, hence 
> we got
> to partake of the awesome looking.
> 0.2 Miles
> 2. Mehran Restaurant
> Categories:
> Indian
> ,
> Pakistani
> ,
> Halal
> 3.5 star rating
> 19 reviews
> 5774 Mowry School Rd
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 668-1111
> Photo of Neil R.
> I have been here several times but lat night I really enjoyed it. The 
> food, people,
> really friendly staff. Although its a smaller restaurant but they have 
> blocked off
> sections for special events,.
> 0.4 Miles
> 3.Jack in the box
> 5533 Stevenson Blvd
> (at Marietta Dr)
> Fremont, CA 94538
> Mostly good ratings
> Category:
> Korean
> 3.5 star rating
> 62 reviews
> 5890 Mowry School Rd
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 656-1001
> Photo of victor g.
> manna is on a side street not far from stevenson. in this shopping strip 
> there are
> at least 4 indian eateries.   at manna,  on the right wall, there are 
> insets in the
> wall where korean artifacts are.
> 0.1 Miles
> 6. Shan Restaurant 4
> Categories:
> Halal
> ,
> Indian
> ,
> Pakistani
> 4 star rating
> 8 reviews
> 5720 Mowry School Rd
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 490-7426
> Photo of San P.
> tried their 7.99 buffet. lots of meat but nothing to rave about. I liked 
> the lamb
> but everything else was average.
> 0.2 Miles
> 7. Slamwich
> Category:
> Sandwiches
> 4 star rating
> 5 reviews
> 39700 Cedar Blvd
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 252-1649
> Photo of Jerry K.
> Large sandwich for a good price.  The Dutch Crunch I got was spot 
> on...crunchy on
> top and soft inside...not stale and nasty like at Togos. Much better than 
> the chain
> sandwich joints.
> 0.3 Miles
> 8. Pho Appetit
> Categories:
> Vietnamese
> ,
> Vegetarian
> 3.5 star rating
> 75 reviews
> 6096 Stevenson Blvd
> Fremont, CA 94538
> (510) 659-8049
> Photo of Jennifer S.
> The food here is alright. I've tried many places in the past & it taste 
> much better
> then this place. A place serving "Pho" basically trying for a high-class 
> style? This
> is not quite right. Price is.
> 0.2 Miles
> 9. Cyclo Cafe
> Categories:
> Coffee & Tea
> ,
> Sandwiches
> Upcoming Event
> 3.5 star rating
> 27 reviews
> 6038 Stevenson Blvd
> Fremont, CA 94538
> (510) 249-9999
> Photo of Lis M.
> I had a Vietnamese iced latte and a chicken tuscan sandwich for $10. A 
> little over
> my food/coffee budget, but both were quite good. I would have preferred no 
> side salad
> that was drenched in dressing.
> 0.2 Miles
> 10. Kabul Express Kabob
> Category:
> Afghan
> 3.5 star rating
> 17 reviews
> 39698 Cedar Blvd
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 979-9600
> Photo of Maitreya S.
> First, let's clear up the confusion over the name. This is a regular 
> Afghan restaurant...
> It is not a buffet restaurant, nor a 'Panda Express' type ready-to-eat 
> 'express'
> restaurant. I mention this.
> 11. Vito's Pizzeria Italian Restaurant
> Categories:
> Italian
> ,
> Pizza
> 3.5 star rating
> 29 reviews
> 39974 Cedar Blvd
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 440-8010
> Photo of Mitchell W.
> Thank god for Vito's . . .  If it weren't for this little place, I'm 
> pretty sure
> it would be damn near impossible to find awesome pizza in the east bay.  I 
> was introduced
> to this place by my father,.
> 12. Carl's Jr
> Categories:
> Fast Food
> ,
> Burgers
> 3.5 star rating
> 3 reviews
> 39901 Balentine Dr
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 656-6022
> Photo of Nick D.
> I think we all know or have eaten at a Carl's Jr. before so, I'll just 
> give you the
> gist about this location.  They're fast. The restaurant is clean. The food 
> is consistent.
> The people are nice.   #3.
> 13. Red Chili
> Categories:
> Vietnamese
> ,
> Thai
> Upcoming Event
> 3.5 star rating
> 8 reviews
> 5733 Stevenson Blvd
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 226-8899
> Photo of shannon l.
> Red Chili in Hayward has been one of my favorite restaurants for a couple 
> years now.
> I've eaten there countless times in the past 3 years and the food has been 
> consistent.
> I've always been satisfied.
> 14. Outback Steakhouse
> Categories:
> Barbeque
> ,
> Steakhouses
> ,
> American (Traditional)
> ,
> American (New)
> 3 star rating
> 37 reviews
> 5525 Stevenson Blvd
> Fremont, CA 94538
> (510) 252-1595
> Photo of Katie F.
> Warm soft melty bread. I just couldn't get enough. mmmm. i ordered the 
> Walhalla pasta
> and it was delicious. I ate about a whole loaf of bread with it and i was 
> very filling.
> I also got the salad. the.
> 15. Restaurant Nijo Castle
> Category:
> Japanese
> 3 star rating
> 79 reviews
> 39888 Balentine Dr
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 657-6456
> Photo of Samantha S.
> Went here for a friend's birthday and it was all around great.  I've been 
> here before
> and enjoyed it, and am continually impressed.  I've only done the 
> teppanyaki and
> I've always had a fantastic cook.
> 16. Thai Express
> Categories:
> Chinese
> ,
> Thai
> 3 star rating
> 13 reviews
> 39945 Balentine Dr.
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 659-1303
> Photo of Adrienne K.
> I guess I shouldn't expect too much from an "express" food place.  I was 
> misled by
> the name.  This Thai place is run by Chinese and gives BIG portion for the 
> price.
> I personally think they should.
> 17. Auntie Anne's
> Categories:
> Restaurants
> ,
> Food
> 3 star rating
> 1 review
> 2037 New Park Mall
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 791-0781
> Photo of Annalynn C.
> Because of the Holidays, the malls have been packed and the lines in the 
> food court
> have been long.  Auntie Anne's was no exception.  There were only 5 people 
> ahead
> of us, but for some reason we.
> 18. Togo's
> Category:
> Sandwiches
> 3 star rating
> 7 reviews
> 39986 Cedar Blvd
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 770-9077
> Photo of Nick D.
> Word to Three XL T.'s review!!!  They are a friendly bunch to say the 
> least but,
> it's not to say I'm not cringing on the inside!  I usually order a regular 
> #16 on
> Dutch Crunch, which is "The Italian,".
> 19. Peach Garden
> Category:
> Chinese
> 3 star rating
> 12 reviews
> 5862 Mowry School Rd
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 770-0777
> Photo of Nick D.
> I've been going to Peach Garden for the past 7-years as I work within 
> walking distance
> to the restaurant, so it was a great lunch spot.  I did however take a 
> 3-year hiatus
> when I worked in San.
> 20. Palm Gardens Bar and Grill
> Category:
> Asian Fusion
> 2.5 star rating
> 3 reviews
> 5733 Stevenson Blvd
> Fremont, CA 94538
> (510) 657-3590
> Photo of Delicia S.
> I really wanted to like this place for many reasons.   Reason #1  The 
> place looks
> very new, clean and the decor was pretty classy.   Reason #2  Service was 
> friendly
> and attentive.   Reason #3  The.
> 21. Ginger Bar and Grill
> Category:
> Restaurants
> 2 star rating
> 2 reviews
> 39900 Balentine Drive
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 490-8390
> Photo of Mark G.
> The family likes to go for brunch on Easter so we all decide to go to the 
> Ginger
> bar and grill for brunch in the Hilton Hotel in Newark. They had the peel 
> and eat
> shrimp, crab and fresh oysters over.
> 22. World Gourmet Buffet
> Categories:
> Chinese
> ,
> Buffets
> 2 star rating
> 125 reviews
> 6010 Stevenson Blvd
> Fremont, CA 94538
> (510) 490-6888
> Photo of Rizzle B.
> 3.5 stars  You know I'm honestly and genuinely shocked at the low reviews 
> of this
> place. One star? Seriously?  Disclaimer: I am not in any way related to 
> this place,
> the owners, employees...no.
> 23. Patron Plaza Mariachi
> Category:
> Mexican
> 2 star rating
> 17 reviews
> 5733 Stevenson Blvd
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 657-3590
> Photo of Michelle A.
> ZERO Stars!!!!! This place is NASTY. The floor is sticky, no one to greet 
> you at
> the door, the food DOES NOT LOOK LKE THE PICTURES. Nice try! This place is 
> OVERPRICED.
> The Lack of staff if that is.
> 24. Shan Restaurant
> Category:
> Restaurants
> 5720 Mowry School Rd
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 490-7426
> 25. Shan Restaurant
> Category:
> Restaurants
> 5720 Mowry School Rd
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 490-7426
> 26. Indian Palace Restaurant
> Category:
> Restaurants
> 5733 Stevenson Blvd
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 623-9099
> 27. By the Bay Investments
> Category:
> Restaurants
> 39901 Balentine Dr
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 656-6022
> 28. Gyros Corner
> Category:
> Restaurants
> 39941 Balentine Dr
> Newark, CA 94560
> (510) 668-0110
> Claim jumper
> Steakhouses
> 3.5 star rating
> 414 reviews
> 43330 Pacific Commons Blvd
> Fremont, CA 94536
> (510) 445-1850
> Photo of Sean S.
> I've been to Claim Jumper in Fremont, CA
> twice and I thought it was great. The cost seems to be pricier than usual, 
> however
> you do get large portions of food. If you are lucky enough, hopefully you
> 1 to 1 of 1
>
>
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