Sizzling Lunch - Fremont (CA)

5 /5 P Wong: The gimmick of this franchise is that food is served on hot cast-iron plates, hence the "sizzling". It results in butter-burned texture on the rice and meat, definitely not something you can experience from an average takeout place. The food itself is solid and filling, but comes with almost no seasoning by default. Even though the dishes are named "pepper" dishes they have zero noticeable kick. You have to add salt and pepper to give the food some real pop. Presumably the spicy dishes come with more pepper. The restaurant staff was attentive. Ordering is done by scanning a QR code at the table, but payment is done at the cashier.

5 /5 Christy Ma: The inside is quite average for a Japanese restaurant. However, I enjoyed the service from the server who was attentive to the menu and the safety of the customer. I would recommend the Salmon Pepper Rice to anyone! Its not spicy at all, and I loved it from top to bottom, though, rice stuck to the pan quite quickly. If youre just passing by, why not try something new? Maybe this might be your favorite place for at least $10-$20!

5 /5 Apryl Chiem: Favorite hot plate place. The curry beef rice with cheese is really good. You can add more seasoning and spice if youd like. Sometimes theres a wait for a table but they give you your food pretty quick once youve ordered. The fries are good if you eat them right away.

4 /5 Danny Tran: We came here for a group of 9 people including 2 kids. Make a reservation to make your life easier. We’ve been here twice with a reservation and the table has been ready when we get there. They have both high chair and boosters available which is nice. The food is good but a little overpriced on some items in my opinion. Service was okay. They were busy so they kept forgetting to bring us water until halfway through our meal.

5 /5 Steven T: The food was great! I ordered the spicy garlic beef rice plate, and it arrived sizzling hot. The takoyaki was alright. For anyone new to this style of food, you have to scrape the bottom while it cooks so it doesnt burn. But you get those tasty, delicious, crispy rice bits. Dont forget to use the table condiments. I personally used the salt, pepper, and miso.