The best restaurants in Hayward

Standard Japanese mainstay serving teriyaki, udon & sushi with a variety of sake choices.

313 N Civic Dr (Walnut Creek)

Trendy spot for high-end Mexican fare with a popular bar scene thanks to their margarita selection.

236 Hamilton Ave (Palo Alto)

Busy joint offering burritos & tacos in small, bright digs with painted walls plus outdoor seating.

1255 University Ave (Berkeley)

Casual eatery serving a range of housemade bagels, coffee, sandwiches, salads & drinks.

1049 El Monte Ave (Mountain View)

No-frills neighborhood spot serving up informal Mexican grub such as tacos, burritos & tortas.

4610 International Blvd (Oakland)

Compact & colorful counter-service eatery with outside seating offering ample Mexican standards.

1417 N Milpitas Blvd #3154 (Milpitas)

Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.

7387 Village Pkwy (Dublin)

Light-filled sushi joint dishes up a broad range of rolls & classic dishes in a cheerful atmosphere.

4094 East Ave (Livermore)

Informal, comfy eatery offering Mediterranean dishes such as halal steak, salads & soups.

7111 Village Pkwy (Dublin)

Shopping-center Japanese joint serving sushi & typical cooked fare, Monday to Friday only.

3730 N First St #115 (San Jose)

Pizzeria chain offering build-your-own pies, along with spaghetti, wings & salad.

1347 S Winchester Blvd (San Jose)

Relaxed Italian restaurant with familiar pastas, soups & salads, plus a bread bar.

7350 Dublin Blvd (Dublin)

Chain eatery serving up inventive pizzas, plus pastas & salads in a modern setting.

1328 Stoneridge Mall Rd (Pleasanton)

Tastefully decorated Japanese fixture for sushi, diverse cooked dishes & lunch specials.

511 Borregas Ave (Sunnyvale)

Mexican staples like tacos dispensed from early AM to late PM in a no-nonsense setting.

854 W Dana St (Mountain View)

Relaxed, late-night eatery featuring pizzas, burgers and wings for dine-in, pickup and delivery.

1438 Broadway (Oakland)

Japanese eatery with shareable plates, nigiri, and rolls alongside sake and cocktails.

6000 Bollinger Canyon Rd #2201 (San Ramon)

Casual butcher shop and taqueria offering marinated meats, grilled dishes and catering services.

8909 Thornton Rd (Stockton)

Enduring pizzeria offering creative pies & a long menu of brews on tap in a vibrant space.

1572 Washington Blvd (Fremont)

Traditional, family-owned local chain serving pizzas, classic Italian entrees & cocktails.

11891 Dublin Blvd (Dublin)

Low-key Japanese eatery preparing a variety of sushi as well as noodles & teriyaki dishes.

4755 Quail Lakes Dr Unit A (Stockton)

Casual eatery offering Indian-influenced specialty pizzas and tandoori wings, plus beer and wine.

11020 Bollinger Canyon Rd (San Ramon)

Mexican classic eats & tequila-spiked drinks served in a colorful, typical-for-the-genre ambiance.

459 Castro St (Mountain View)

Serving up pies & slices to go, this pizza joint is also known for its hand-spun crust.

615 S Rengstorff Ave (Mountain View)

Sourdough crust pizzas and other comfort foods are served at this casual place with a bar.

3499 Brookside Rd # D (Stockton)

Comfortably laid-back, fan-favorite eatery turning out NY-style pies along with thin-crust options, wings and cannolis.

1917 San Pablo Ave (Oakland)

Traditional & creative sushi rolls, along with tempura & teriyaki, served fast in a basic setting.

224 N Abel St (Milpitas)

Familiar eatery for traditional Japanese dishes (sashimi, sushi and rolls, including late-night happy-hour options.

599 E Calaveras Blvd (Milpitas)

Welcoming stalwart known for filling burritos, soft tacos & al pastor, served in unassuming digs.

7471 Village Pkwy (Dublin)

Mexican fare with a California twist featured in lively digs with outdoor seating & tequila galore.

194 Castro St (Mountain View)

Modest eatery doling out both Indian-inspired & traditional Italian pizzas, plus salads & sides.

42136 Blacow Rd (Fremont)

Cozy spot offering Japanese and Japanese-fusion fare, including sushi, plus beer and wine.

2416 San Ramon Valley Blvd Unit 120 (San Ramon)

Upscale, seafood-centric eatery with a modern vibe, offering Greek classics such as octopus and lamb.

1520 Locust St (Walnut Creek)

Informal Mexican chain serving a lineup of classic & creative burritos, plus tacos & salads.

3452 Camino Tassajara (Danville)

Casual restaurant in the Beach Park Plaza Shopping Center turning out sushi and a selection of familiar cooked dishes.

1457 Beach Park Blvd (Foster City)

Japanese eatery serving quick bites and small plates including sushi burritos.

2217 San Ramon Valley Blvd Ste F (San Ramon)

Intimate omakase eatery where seasonal fish and other fresh Japanese ingredients are served by friendly staff.

859 Villa St (Mountain View)

Generously sized lunch boxes, creative rolls & Japanese plates in an Elvis-themed atmosphere.

7435 Amador Valley Blvd (Dublin)

Upscale Oaxacan-Californian cuisine offered in a chic, cozy space with culturally inspired accents.

2135 Franklin St (Oakland)

Buzzy spot offering ample portions of rolled sushi, nigiri & other Japanese favorites.

Sushi hanabi, 927 Main St #A (Pleasanton)

Casual eatery serving chicken, steak, beef tongue and other Mexican staples.

1450 Monument Blvd (Concord)

Pizzeria chain offering build-your-own pies, along with spaghetti, wings & salad.

1545 N Vasco Rd (Livermore)

Indian-flavored eatery featuring creative pizzas such as tandoori chicken and paneer, plus wings and beer.

4190 N First St Unit 50 (San Jose)

Lively Mexican eatery offering a simple menu of standards in a quirky, colorful setting.

240 Villa St (Mountain View)

Family-friendly chain offering creative takes on Asian fare in a striking space.

1330 Stoneridge Mall Rd (Pleasanton)

Sushi, teriyaki, and bento boxes are among the staples at this laid-back restaurant.

240 Castro St (Mountain View)

Surf-themed California chain for pizzas with local ingredients in a low-key counter-serve setting.

1037 El Monte Ave (Mountain View)

Warm, fast-casual pizzeria and eatery serving Neapolitan-style pies alongside pasta dishes, salads and sandwiches.

5959 Shellmound St Ste#75 (Emeryville)

Bayside storefront serving noodles, rolls, grilled fare & bento boxes in stylish modern digs.

1495 Beach Park Blvd (Foster City)

Long-running chain serving pizzas with customizable toppings & sauces in a simple space.

415 N Mary Ave (Sunnyvale)

Sushi joint offering a variety of classic rolls and sashimi.

2475 San Ramon Valley Blvd (San Ramon)

Casual option at the Village at Tassajara serving pizzas, including gluten-free versions, with beer and wine.

9000 Crow Canyon Rd Ste P (Danville)

Catering - Casual Tex-Mex joint offering familiar dishes like burritos and tacos, along with cocktails and beer.

1306 N Vasco Rd (Livermore)

Stylish spot with sleek decor serving a menu of roll & nigiri sushi, teriyaki & other Japanese eats.

1837 Ygnacio Valley Rd (Walnut Creek)

Bright, cozy, family-run sushi spot also serving up grilled edamame, udon and sake.

3110 Crow Canyon Pl #D (San Ramon)

Mexican chain featuring burritos, fajitas & classic cocktails in an informal setting.

477 E Calaveras Blvd (Milpitas)

Pizzeria also featuring Indian dishes such as butter chicken in a casual setting.

5176 Mowry Ave (Fremont)

Mother-daughter outpost serving traditional Mexican fare in a tiny outpost with outdoor seating.

907 Washington St (Oakland)

Surf-themed California chain for pizzas with local ingredients in a low-key counter-serve setting.

7281 Amador Plaza Rd (Dublin)

Comfortable option for fresh, flavor-packed sushi handrolls plus sake, drinks and seafood starters.

1738 Telegraph Ave (Oakland)

Low-key joint offering a wide array of fresh sushi rolls and rice bowls for takeout.

4150 Piedmont Ave (Oakland)

Casual restaurant offering a variety of sushi rolls and Japanese small plates, plus beer, wine, and cocktails.

10742 Trinity Pkwy # D (Stockton)

Spacious no-frills spot featuring Mexican fare & a full bar along with live music & karaoke.

1001 Fruitvale Ave (Oakland)

Local chain serving sandwiches & pizzas, including vegan options, in a casual, stylish space.

146 Castro St (Mountain View)

Set in a strip mall, this relaxed pizzeria serves up pastas & wood-fired pies in a basic space.

1910 W El Camino Real (Mountain View)

Hip counter-serve pizzeria dishing up crispy, thin-crust pies made with creative toppings & sauces.

43831 Pacific Commons Blvd (Fremont)

Neighborhood pizza place with hearty American dishes & drinks served in hip, industrial-chic digs.

1801 14th Ave (Oakland)

Northern Italian dishes are served in a warm, white-tablecloth atmosphere with occasional live jazz.

108 Castro St (Mountain View)

Down-to-earth Mexican establishment offering grilled meats, seafood dishes, tacos & burritos.

1916 Martin Luther King Jr Way (Berkeley)

Neighborhood Japanese diner preparing sushi & hot dishes to be served with imported beer & sake.

419 Lincoln Center (Stockton)

Fast-food chain outpost known for Mexican classics made with fire-grilled chicken.

1299 S Winchester Blvd (San Jose)

Casual restaurant serving sushi rolls along with bento boxes and ramen in a hidden, hole-in-the-wall setting.

75 S Abbott Ave (Milpitas)

Handcrafted pasta dishes & Northern Italian specials presented in an airy, light-filled space.

1788 Shattuck Ave. (Berkeley)

Casual sushi restaurant inside the Village at Tassajara, offering take-out and delivery.

9000 Crow Canyon Rd Ste B (Danville)

Casual, counter-service eatery featuring a menu of pies studded with Indian-inspired toppings.

327 Moffett Blvd # K (Mountain View)

Informal restaurant providing classic Mexican cuisine, including tacos, burritos & enchiladas.

2290 Monument Blvd (Pleasant Hill)

Burritos, tacos, and other Mexican dishes are offered by this casual restaurant.

1830 Milmont Dr (Milpitas)

Pizzeria dishing up Italian and Indian options for takeout.

327 Moffett Blvd (Mountain View)

Casual coffee shop whose bagels (including cinnamon raisin, jalapeño cheese and lox) come in 20+ types.

1040 Grant Rd #185 (Mountain View)

Casual, family-owned restaurant offering fajitas, enchiladas, margaritas & other Mexican staples.

7995 Amador Valley Blvd (Dublin)

Casual pizza chain featuring traditional pies, gluten-free crust & assorted appetizers.

1472 N Vasco Rd (Livermore)

Salvadoran and Mexican comfort food served in a casual space that's known for pupusas.

5479 Mission St (San Francisco)

Casual joint featuring build-your-own poke bowls alongside housemade sauces and rolls, plus salads and gluten-free options.

1040 Grant Rd Ste 360 (Mountain View)

Cozy venue for thin-crust pizza (by the slice) and other Italian eats, plus beer, wine and cocktails, along with catering services.

3204 College Ave (Berkeley)

Family-owned pizza & sandwich chain using only Wisconsin mozzarella in all its casual Italian fare.

3414 Camino Tassajara (Danville)

Laid-back eatery dishing out pasta and pizza (gluten-free options available), alongside beer and wine.

2324 Fifth St a (Berkeley)

Fast-food chain outpost known for Mexican classics made with fire-grilled chicken.

10506 Trinity Pkwy (Stockton)

New York-style thin-crust pies cut into large slices with standard toppings in an informal space.

1253 Jacklin Rd (Milpitas)

Casual chain serving craft pizza, tandoori specials, wings and Indian dishes.

39070 Fremont Blvd (Fremont)

Chill, wood-clad eatery offering Hawaiian poke made with a variety of seafood & Asian flavors.

1308 S Winchester Blvd (San Jose)

NYC-inspired joint supplies crisp-crust pizza & calzones, including super-sized King Kong pies.

1040 Grant Rd #310 (Mountain View)

Casual Japanese eatery serving nigiri & rolled sushi as well as teriyaki dishes & classic desserts.

7130 Santa Teresa Blvd (San Jose)

Japanese mains share the menu with classic sushi rolls in this cozy, Asian cafe.

2277 San Ramon Valley Blvd #100 (San Ramon)

Mexican destination for traditional cooking & margaritas in a colorful cantina setting with a patio.

2020 W El Camino Real (Mountain View)

Neighborhood Italian spot boasting a spacious dining room, robust wine list & full bar.

235 Castro St (Mountain View)

This casual & colorful eatery has been serving Mexican fare from Chiapas & Oaxaca states since 1958.

971 N San Antonio Rd (Los Altos)

Counter-serve joint offering tacos & other Mexican staples in a festive space with a patio.

2390 Clarke Ave (East Palo Alto)

Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

1298 Winchester Blvd (San Jose)

Casual, fast-casual eatery serving a variety of Hawaiian-style raw-fish bowls along with burritos and salads.

211 Castro St (Mountain View)

Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.

691 Harder Rd

Serving sushi & sashimi in a cozy setting, this spot also offers chef's choice meals.

607 W Dana St Unit H (Mountain View)

All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ & hot pot meals are the specialty at this bright, informal restaurant.

3085 Meridian Ave (San Jose)

A pizzeria, bakery & cheese shop, this spot serves 1 style of veggie pizza per day & limited seats.

1512 Shattuck Ave. (Berkeley)

Cozy institution draws crowds for hearty sandwiches, especially on Dutch crunch bread.

724 El Camino Real (South San Francisco)

Small, casual joint offering both familiar & innovative halal spins on Indian & Pakistani cooking.

1477 Plymouth St Ste c (Mountain View)

Persian restaurant serving myriad kebabs & salads in a modest but polished setting.

300 El Camino Real (Belmont)

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

50 Ranch Dr (Milpitas)

Spacious eatery showcasing a range of Cantonese specialties like abalone and Peking duck.

768 Barber Ln (Milpitas)

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

2270 San Ramon Valley Blvd (San Ramon)

Small, quaint coffee shop offering sweet and savory Brazilian pastries and lunch plates.

1165 Airport Blvd (South San Francisco)

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

53 W El Camino Real (Mountain View)

Spacious venue on multiple levels offering traditional dim sum on rolling carts.

359 Grand Ave (South San Francisco)

Easygoing restaurant with tropical accents whipping up an array of traditional Taiwanese dishes.

568 N Abel St (Milpitas)

Landmark former speakeasy now serving classic comfort breakfast food & diner-style lunch selections.

945 San Pablo Ave (Albany)

Colorful, casual eatery serving up traditional vegetarian Indian fare, including curries and roti.

770 E Tasman Dr (Milpitas)

House sushi rolls join noodles, tempura & other Japanese dishes in this spacious, modern restaurant.

7568 Dublin Blvd (Dublin)

Casual restaurant serving traditional South Indian vegetarian fare for breakfast and lunch.

4825 Hopyard Rd f2 (Pleasanton)

Traditional Italian trattoria with an open kitchen & pizzas from a stone-hearth oven.

100 Sycamore Valley Rd (Danville)

Contemporary Mediterranean entrees, shared bites, wine & cocktails offered in upscale environs.

1133 Solano Ave (Albany)

Ample Indian grocery store with lots of traditional food items & spices, plus a quick-serve cafe.

2390 Fourth St (Berkeley)