Went here to meet up with old friends. Cute ambiance inside, staff is friendly for the most part. I ordered thai ice tea and banana chocolate crepe. It was quite delicious with the ice cream, again I don't want to know how many calories :) Would recommend. It's a bit ironic being next to 24 hour fitness..
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Rizalina M.
The crepes are delicious. I've had the chicken and the seafood. They use real crab meat and the shrimp was a decent size. It was really satisfying. I did force myself to share a dessert with my friend. The banana crepe with chocolate sauce was delicious. Next time I will order dessert for myself but the meal is so satisfying, you feel like a pig for even thinking about dessert. Can't wait for my next lunch date with a friend.
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Sabrina D.
OMG I can't believe I don't have to drive all the way to San Lorenzo just to get my Frodo on! I'm so glad they opened one up in Fremont, which is closer for me to drive, BUT I would love it if they opened one up in San Jose! I love everything they serve! I love the savory crepes (classic is my fave), dessert crepes, smoothies, and I love that they serve every dish with fruit or pasta salad! I don't eat savory crepes from anywhere else! I also love the decor inside!
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jen t.
This is my favorite place to come after my workouts at 24 hour. The Asparagas and Basil Savory crepe is my fav , and the veggie crepe coming in at a close second with yummy spinach inside. The plates are a good size and you get a side dish with your crepe (veggie is 5.95!) I've also had their Chai latte and it is Screamin' (I dont usually like chai) Their smoothies are really good as well. I love putting back all the calories I burned :) The women who run the place are really cool too!
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Andrea C.
simple, cute, yum. i think those are the perfect words to describe this place. the place looks fancy, but simple. it's a cute little place. and the food is yummy. the crepes (both savory and dessert) are really good, too! they also have wifi and serve coffee and other drinks. =)
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Justine K.
-easy to find, easy to park! -reallyy cute interior. the walls are pretty, the seating is pretty, everything is just really aesthetically pleasing! -tuscany crepe was good. mozarella cheese, mushroom and tomato. the crepe is crispy, not soggy. good job fr
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Elvira G.
i had the spinach and cheese crepe. it was so good...the water they give you is so cute and the cucumbers add a nice touch. It was my first time there, i'll probably be headed there again this week.
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Courtney P.
This place is conveniently located in the shopping center, and it's full of gorgeous Thai decor inside, making the atmosphere bright and enjoyable. I loved both their dessert and savory crepes. When you get the savory crepes, always get the spicy pesto sauce!!! Sooo delicious and unique. They have a lot of sides you can choose from for your dish.
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Brenda C.
I enjoyed this place! I love the idea of a cute cafe that specializes in crepes. The interior is nice, bathroom clean and quite fancy, and the mixed berry crepe I had, delicious. The crepe came with a generous serving of berries, a scoop of ice cream and whipped cream. I'm a fan!
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Joyce L.
This place is only 5 min away from my house and i'm so sad that i didn't discover it earlier. I came here with my friends during lunch time to check it out. Upon coming in I thought I was going to a indian restaurant. The decorations had this indian feel to it but very nice and spacious. I ordered the cheesy spinach crepe and it was superb. I finished the crepe within 5 min and wanted more. So sad that the crepe was so small and also the fruit side dish only had 4 pcs of fruits. I would love it more if they made the crepes bigger. Overall experience was good. Writing this review is making me want a crepe.
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Moija M.
This place is alright. I came here for a lovely brunch with my sister and my mom. I have to say that the environment is nice and the decos were definitely up to par. When we came in, there was only one waitress working all the tables and one person in the back cooking all the food. Hence it took forever, and if I recall correctly, we waited 45 minutes for 3 crepes. I'm sure it is not always like that, but the fact that it happened makes me hesitant to go back. The crepes were about $6-$12/$13? each. There wasn't anything on the menu that really wowed me- just your regular crepes, like blueberry/whipcream, italian, vegetarian, etc. (those were the 3 we ordered). I think the portions were a tad smaller for the price...I was not full after a crepe, and especially after waiting 45 minutes, I had to take some from my mom and sister. I think they should have added more "filling" and the crepe skin was really thin. When I saw the size of my crepe, I remember wishing it was a bit bigger. Also, the crepes usually tasted exactly like what they were- no big wow there either. The food didn't all mix together to create one amazing, mouth-watering, taste that kept you wanting more. Also you have the option of fruit or pasta on the side for food crepes, but again, they don't give alot. I guess it's a good place to go to if you've never tried a crepe before and you don't have any expectations. They have other foods there too, but we just went there for crepes. The thing I like most about this place is their lemon water. It tasted clean and it was in a nice pitcher. I thought the lone flower in the vase placed on our table was cute :) Another great thing is that they have these coupons in some business card holder that says that if you buy 2 crepes, you get 1 free. Me and my mom grabbed a bunch, but unfortunately we haven't been back to use them.
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Teri C.
We used to love this place, but the last 3 times have really been horrible! The crepes have been burnt and the salads have been rancid. Way past there time. Today we got our orders to go and we are SO disappointed! One whiff of the side pasta salad and I wanted to vomit. It smelled and tasted rotten. The crepes were burnt to a crisp. Ugggggggh. Three strikes and you're OUT Frodo. 21dollars for CRAP!
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Roanne F.
I've been here twice and their crepes were pretty good. I loved the savory crepe "seafood delight".
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Anthony C.
Came here the other day and was pleasantly surprised. Was just looking for a nice place for lunch, and found just that. Upon walking in, the decor of the small restaurant was very pleasing to the eye. The tiles that cover the wall, the comfortable chairs, tables, and couches; they all were very enjoyable. A great place to sit down and relax. As for the food, I ordered the bacon avocado crepe with the fruit salad. Funny because they gave me pasta instead, but I didn't mind. The pasta was good! Standard, with feta cheese and maybe some olive oil but good nonetheless. The crepe itself was delicious. I came in only expecting to eat half of something since I had eaten earlier, but the moment I started on that crepe I kept going. The multiple bacon slices were placed on top of the crepe and the inside of the crepe was stuffed with plenty of mozzarella cheese and PLENTY of avocado. I love avocado. Very well made crepe! Oh, and they provided water in a nice container with fruit and ice inside. So, apart from mixing up my fruit salad, which probably made my meal better, this place is great! Definitely coming back again some time in the future!
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Kristine W.
Frodo Joe's redeemed my losing streak with crepes, no joke. Really though, it's not my fault that the creperie down the street from my apartment is freakin' awful. Thank god Frodo's did good, otherwise I may have given up on crepes all togerher (it's a big deal, I swear). Came with a group from work and we all enjoyed our crepes. They came out fast and tasted fresh. I got the basil asparagus with a side Greek salad. Light and left me satisfied. Nom nom noms, but not too many noms. Perfectly portioned for lunch--no leftovers and no food coma. How French (I think?). Sidenote: Stay away from their coffee. Yuck. Tastes just as bad as the free stuff they give us work. No bueno.
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Mike T.
Went here today because I had a coupon for buy two get one free. Decided to give it a shot but was not sure how a crepe would serve as a meal. Got two with my coworker and split the dessert one. First one had chicken bacon cheese and mushrooms, second one had ham chicken turkey and cheese. The turkey in the second one was very salty and I hate overly salty meat. The first one was underfilled and I felt a bit cheated. The bacon was also overly cooked so it was burnt in a spot and it was thin as paper, very cheap quality. We got a dessert crepe free, went with the mixed berries and was once again not pleased. Crepe was very dry, came with a side of orange sauce but it was very very strong. Also Crepe did not have chocolate, who makes a dessert crepe without chocolate? Whole thing cost $18.00 not cheap, could have gotten much better food at Chipotle or In N Out. Wanted to try it but would not go back unless it was free.
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Krista T.
This place is cute and has a nice setting. This is the first place I've ever tried crepes and they're delicious. So many different types, have tried 3 so far. The cups of coffee they give are huge. Would come here more often but I live in Hayward...far drive for breakfast.
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Heidi C.
I was craving somethin' savory after my morning eye brow threading appointment at Skin Adore. My girlfriend and I came here to fill our cravings with something yummy and filling. There was a girls soccer team that got there before us, so ordering took a little while. I was STARVING. I decided to order something simple and original, therefore, I ordered the Original Crepe with spinach, chicken and mushrooms w/ a side of salad. Because of the soccer team, our food took a little while to get to us. My friend's thai tea took a while to come out also. Who would have thought that a crepe spot would have Thai Tea? lol.. that's a first for me. The crepe was alright. Nothing TOO special. Actually tasted a little bland, but once I put some of that hot sauce on it.... z0MG! I don't know what it is about the hot sauce, but it was delicious! I wonder what kind it is.... This place isn't too bad. Maybe next time, i'll try a sweet crepe instead. I'd come back.
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Trish C.
Ah, went there yesterday and guess what? You can now leave tips on your card. Excellent move, FJ.
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Sandy Q.
We decided to have a couple dessert crepes after an hour at the park with our son and this cafe was opened. It was our first time there, so we didn't know what to do. We looked at the menu that was next to the cashier and decided to place an order. The waitress finally seated us at an empty table. We asked for iced water and the water came in a skinny pitcher with a slice of orange, mint, cucumber and lemon. The water tasted funny. We ordered 2 dessert crepes. Instead of bringing us both crepes at the same time, they came at different times. The bill came out to be around $17 for 2 crepes. This is a little too expensive for crepes. We weren't even full afterwards.
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Matt C.
Ok, so I work around the corner from this place and I'm always looking for good places within walking distance. This one takes the cake! A while back, this used to be a Juice Zone... I went in a few times and was extremely underwhelmed. You'd pay $6 for one of their wraps, which was basically a colored tortilla with a bland salad wrapped in it. It tasted like sticks and left you hungrier than when you came in. For this reason, I never even noticed when this place switched over until just recently. After stopping in one afternoon (on my way to nearby Subway) I'm very glad I did! Most people go on and on about the crepes, which are really good, but I'd like to write my review about the sandwiches, especially my favorite - the club. Now, you can get a club sandwich at a lot of restaurants, but rarely do they make it right - this is one of the only places that puts a fried egg in it, which is how it was meant to be served. Its three layers of towering goodness! Not to mention that all the lunch dishes come with a side salad w/ crumbled feta on top. They also have an extensive drink menu which is pretty decent. Frodo Joe's really gets it right, and the size of both the sandwiches and crepes are large enough to keep you full but never leave you feeling bloated. For $7, I have not found a place that gives you this quality of food in these portion sizes.... Simply the best in the area!
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Simika K.
What a delicious find! I came here with my friends for brunch a couple of Sundays ago - and was delighted by the selection of both savoury and dessert crepes, and at such low prices too. It had a simple elegance to the place, and should be a good place to study (although there isn't any wifi :( )
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Betty W.
Lovely and clean decor; the statues and glass bead mosaic really add a classy touch. We ate here fairly early on a Sunday. My friend ordered a savory crepe and I ordered a dessert crepe. They were both very good. The portion was a good size; not too much. The restaurant was very clean, the waitress was friendly, and it was overall a good experience. The prices are very reasonable. I will certainly return.
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Neil K.
Enjoyed the food and atmosphere here. Very family friendly too and they also have a separate area just for larger parties.
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Cait C.
Came here on Saturday around 11 am. There was one other table there when my friend and I walked in, but quickly filled up for lunch. The waitress was kind and very responsive. My friend had the Maui with a White Mocha and I have the Scandinavian with a Thai Iced Coffee (culture mixing). I love my crepe. It was creamey and smoky from the trout. I had a salad as my side and it was delicious greek styled salad with feta and olives -- so good. My Thai Ice Coffee was delicious as well. My friend loved her Maui - it was fresh and very much something from Hawaii. Everything came out quickly and hot! I also love what a great price everything was, about $7-8 for a loaded crepe.
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Jacky T.
This place has been for many years, and I am disappointed to not discovering this place until last night. I came to Petit Cafe at around 8:15pm, and it was pretty empty except for 2 tables; I think it is because the place is better for lunchtime since crepes do not really fill your stomach for dinner. Inside the restaurant, the lights were dim to give it that romantic, peaceful environment. Some people do not like the dim lights, so I assume people prefer to come here for lunch. The waiter did not greet me until after a few moments, but I was still seated very quickly. Each table had an empty water glass, and when a table is occupied, they give each table their own personal water jug. The tables were very clean and the chairs were very comfortable. After looking at the menu for quite some time, which contained a large variety of savory crepes and dessert crepes, as well as sandwiches, I decided to order two crepes: Buffalo Crepe for my entree and Mocha-Cha-Cha (later) for dessert. The Buffalo Crepe had ham, turkey, mushroom, mozzarella cheese, spinach, and tomato inside of it. It also had bacon strips and pesto sauce over the top layer to complement it. The Mocha-Cha-Cha crepe had Nutella filling, with vanilla ice cream, whip cream, and banana on the side. Caramel and mocha sauce covered the entire crepe. I had to wait at least 20 minutes before my food came, which was the downside of my experience. I did not get mad however, since I came at a time where they were closing soon. They also only had 2 employees in the entire building: the cook and the waiter. Nonetheless, my food eventually came. The display of the Buffalo Crepe looked amazing. The crepe was layered in a triangular shaped, with bacon strips and pesto sauce slaughtered over it. On the side, there were 4 different types of fruits and a sauce pan of buffalo sauce. The crepe was cooked to near perfection, with a golden-brown outlook that made it even look more appetizing. With my fork and knife, I cut a piece on the side and had my first taste. I instantly tasted the cheese, since it dominated the entire inside of the crepe. I can also taste the saltiness from the ham and turkey, with a slight sour and spicy taste from the tomato. The mushroom and spinach fought with the crispy texture of the crepe itself. I really enjoyed this crepe because they did not put a huge amount of cheese. They had the right amount of everything to really achieve that rich, cheesy, golden-brown taste it is supposed to have. After a satisfying entree, I let them know that I am ready for dessert, and they worked on it right away. It came at around 10 minutes after. The Mocha-Cha-Cha display was decent; it looked a little messy and the vanilla ice cream was already melting from the heat of the crepe. The crepe was supposed to resemble a mocha cake, and it was supposed to taste like one, but I did not taste the coffee of the mocha crepe. Nonetheless, the crepe was still satisfying. Again, they achieved that golden-brown outlook and they had a Nutella filling to give it that sweet taste. Over the top, they drizzled it with caramel and (supposedly) mocha sauce, with ice cream and whip cream on the side. The Nutella did get stuck in my teeth, but that's what the vanilla ice cream was for; it's to make sure the crepe is not too chocolate-ly. Each aspect of the crepe really gave it that sweet, sugary taste. The crepe resembled more like a chocolate-chip cookie, because a part of the crepe really tasted like one, and even matched the texture of the cookie. Overall, I would rate this place a 3.5 out of 5. The main thing I was disappointed in was the coffee taste the mocha crepe lacked, but I was satisfied by the savory crepe. I enjoyed this crepe more than the savory crepe I had when I was in Paris, which really surprised me. And despite waiting for a long time for my food to arrive, I had a great experience trying something that has been around for over 6 years.
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Lorrie M.
This place makes some pretty good crepes at least, although on a random week night it was quite empty and seemed overdressed for the occasion and purpose of this restaurant. I suppose this is what would appear to be kind of a hang out ... or ... something of a coffee shop. However, it's quite fancy inside and they serve you water in wine looking glasses which makes it extra fancy. When you order crepes, it comes out on a fancy plate with fantastic decorations and all kinds of artsy-ness ... so it makes me really confused about what this place is supposed to be. However, their selection of sweet and savory crepes are great, I forgot to see if they had other types of food on the menu, but they seem to have some dinner specials since I was not charged for the latte that I got since I also ordered a crepe, but the bf was charged for his drink. They also give you a giant blob of ice cream with every order of your crepes. Yum!
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Henna P.
Came here at 9AM on a Wednesday with a girlfriend and it was almost empty. The servers were friendly and attentive and omg...the crepes! We had the Hawaiian crepe and the House Special. They were both good, but I liked the House Special better because it had avocado, which I love, and I think they added pesto because it had this nice basil flavor. Yum! For dessert we split the I-Berry Blueberry Crepe: cheesecake and blueberries topped with chocolate mocha sauce and a scoop of vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. SOOOO GOOD!!! After we finished, I wished we had each ordered our own! Hahaha... The servings are not huge, but after each eating one and a half crepes we were both satisfied. (If they had been any bigger we would have been uncomfortably full.) The water was cool because they added lemon and orange slices, as well as cucumber and mint. It was a nice touch and very fresh! Will definitely be back! :D
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Perry J.
Cucumber water given, not particularly good. Prices were reasonable but a little expensive for drinks. Now the pros: very clean and pleasant ambiance. Crepes were tasty both savory and dessert. Will go back to try the other options. Will recommend it to anyone who likes Crepes.
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Amy L.
Frodo Joe's Petit Cafe is so cute! The lights are kind of dim, and the decor is very tasteful. Very mellow vibes from this cafe, and I can imagine this being a really cute date spot, but haven't taken the boy here yet. I've come here twice, and I haven't been disappointed yet. Their service is pretty fast, and the prices are reasonable. I love that their sweet crepes are served with a small scoop of ice cream - small enough so its not overwhelming, but big enough that you can get a little bit in each bite of deliciousness. The plating also makes the crepes look even more attractive :) A friend got one of the savory ones [I forget exactly which, but it had pesto&chicken in it], which came with a side of salad. Yum.. might have to get a savory one next time. Oh, and the water has cucumber/orange/mint in it, which makes it taste a tad more refreshing, but maybe that's just my mind playing tricks on me. And to top it off, prices are reasonable. Yay for crepes!
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Dave S.
Finally tried this place -- this was one of those doomed locations that kept changing restaurants every 6 months. I'm happy to see Frodo Joe's is still alive after a couple years and seems to be thriving. The interior decor and service is very homey and friendly. This is the perfect place to take your mother-in-law after church if you don't want to brave Sweet Tomatoes, as long as she's not a foodie. The food itself is nothing to write home about. The savory crepes are rather pancake-like and leathery, not soft and spongy. I'd rate it sub-Crepevine, and I don't think Crepevine is that good (just make crepes at home people, they're really not that hard).. I had a club sandwich which wasn't toasted and somewhat flavorless (also, no rye bread, boo). The side salads are nice and the veggies seem fresh. This place beats going to a chain restaurant and has a nice ambience for a casual chat, but not a place to go to impress anyone, unless they start drooling at the sight of a wall of Nutella jars..
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Audrey C.
Frodo Joe's is a good go-to place to get your crepe fix. I prefer Frodo Joe's much more than I do Le Moose these days. They offer an incredible amount of savory crepes that go beyond typical ones you see- chicken pesto, BLT, etc. In addition to those, Frodo Joe's also offers plenty of crepes that you don't normally see on other menus. Some have rice with curry and most of them are inspired by countries around the world. Their dessert crepes are just as good as their savory crepes, however, I don't find them going beyond what you'd normally see. They're still tasty and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth, but I'm sure they're nothing you haven't already tried. To be fair, there's not much you can experiment with when it comes to dessert crepes like you can with savory ones. Service is good - nothing extraordinary. Good decor and ambiance. Wait times depend on how busy the place gets, but they've always gotten to me at a reasonable amount of time. Highly recommend giving it a shot if you're the kind of foodie that loves trying new things, especially if they're not what you'd normally see at other restaurants.
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Blaire A.
Good ambiance, but for some reason i always have a horrible time parking (weird for being on a corner). I liked the food but I always feel a little sick when I finish my food but it could be a coincidence as I have started to try eating crepes other than the sweet dessert crepes. Service is good enough.
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Peg S.
I'm not sure who's responsible for their curb appeal, but they definitely don't have any. I, and many long time Fremonters, have never ventured into this place, even though it's right on the corner of a busy shopping center. It's very office-like, drawn shades, nondescript exterior, but . . . surprise! inside it's very welcoming and cozy interior where they serve yummy crepes. They have an intimidating wide variety of crepes to choose from. Keepin' it simple, I got the Californian (turkey, tomato & avocado) with the veggie soup side (pasta & fruit are also options). Nicely tasty & light lunch. You should definitely take a step in here if you haven't before.
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Ted C.
Service was a little slow but the crepes were delicious. We had these and they were all good. Fresh Strawberry Apple cinnamon Blueberry Bacon/ avocado
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Jasmine W.
I had a savory and a sweet crepe but liked the sweet one way more. I had the pecan crepe and loved it...can't wait to have it again! I also love the way this place looks, it's nice to know that there's a crepe place close to home.
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Steve D.
We Use to go there all the time but no more as they changed. Menu changed and all the style changed . More like restaurant now and before it was more relaxed and open style . It is just ok .
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Natasha S.
nom nom nom ... i came here today with a friend for the first time. The food was pretty tasty and good. We ordered 2 savory crepes and 1 dessert crepe. At first we decided the order 1 savory and 1 sweet but by the time we were almost done with the savory one we were still hungry (kind of stingy on the 1 side you get). And i believe they add pesto on the top of every savory crepe. Savory Crepe #1: shrimp pesto - it was good, shrimp was cooked well but it think it needed a little bit more pesto and feta cheese but overall satisfying (the side we ordered the pasta salad. ive seen better but it was still good. the amount was a little stingy) Savory Crepe #2: Classic w/ no mushrooms - this crepe was actually better than the shrimp pesto. It had chicken, spinach, and mozzarella (came with mushrooms but i don't like em so we said no mushrooms please!). The chicken was tender and wasn't dry at all which i have a restaurant phobia of. Dessert Crepe #1: MANGO crepe - Sooooo GOOD!! The mango's weren't raw, or sour ... they were really SWEET! And all dessert crepes come whip creme and ice cream ... nom nom to the max! The decor was really nice and homey. A little corner of the restaurant is very middle eastern looking ... not sure why? All it needs is some hookah setups haha! Service was okay ... there was one person making the food and one person serving. OVERALL: i think i found my new crepe place near home!!
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July H.
Very cool place in an unlikely location - next to 24 Hour Fitness. It's a good place to hang out with your girlfriends and catchup. I love the decor and the food is not bad either.
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Carissa U.
My girlfriend from the area brought me here for lunch. The place was empty when we walked in on Monday at around 1 pm. So since we were the practically the only ones there, service was awesome. I ordered one of their new crepes that had coconut chicken rice inside with a salad on the side. I must say... it wasn't bad at all. Interesting really. I finished every bite. My friend had a dessert crepe, but forgot to ask about it. Looked good though. Her plate was clean as well. We both left happy and full. What else could a girl ask for? :D
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Shravya R.
Went back again and tried more dessert crepes for brunch on a Sunday! The iberry blueberry crepe is awesome!! Im soo in love with this place!
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Scott D.
We have been coming to this place for well over two years now. The facilities have been decorated very nice and it has a nice feel to it. The staff is very nice. The ordering has changed from place your order at the counter to order at your table. They have recently begun serving alcohol. Have tried most of their crepes and all have been very good. Their BLT sandwiches are one of the better around. Their tea drinks are good too.
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Avni S.
*THE AWARD FOR WORST SERVICE GOES TO THIS CAFE* Let me break this down: Came here on a Sunday afternoon around 12 pm, it was quite busy when we walked in. No hostess or server came to us and so we had to seat ourselves. It took about 10 minutes for the server to come to our table and take our order. After getting the menu, I decided to go with the mozarella and avocado crepe. If your vegetarian, they only have a total of 5 or 6 veggie savory crepes so selection is limited. Any of the savory crepes comes wit a your choice of free pasta, salad, or soup i believe. I decided to go for the pasta. Once the crepe came out, I thought it was mediocre. The mozarella in the crepe was overpowering and very stringy. There was no actual avocado inside the crepe but on the crepe itself they placed a small cut avocado piece. Overall, The crepe was not flattering to the taste buds but the pasta salad was pretty delish. I didnt finish my crepe completely and the server noticed it and told me i can get a complimentary dessert crepe to make up for it. It was really hard to understand what the server was saying as she had a fairly thick accent but I went along with it. The desert crepe was really good it came wit this rum caramel sauce, sprinkled whip cream, and vanilla ice cream. When we finished the dessert, the server did not come back for another 10-15 min and we had to flag her down. Once the bill came we did get charged for the supposed complimentary crepe. To sum it up: Horrible service, servers are not friendly and it shows on their faces. Don't expect service with a smile but with a depressing frown instead. I'd avoid their savory crepes but dessert crepes seem to be more on point.
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Chera T.
Cute place. Great crepes. Chocolate was delicious! Reasonably priced. I'll go again.
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Karen C.
This place gets 5 stars for appearance/atmosphere. Love all the decor & furniture choices. Fremont doesn't seem to have many restaurants that have nice ambiance like this so was pleasantly surprised when I first walked in. I like how they serve you water in a nice pitcher with cucumbers....something so simple, but gives a good lasting impression of the restaurant. I give the food about 3.7 stars. it was pretty good, but not amazing. I only ordered the savory crepe so still need to try the dessert crepe. The portions sizes on the sides could be larger.
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Heather K.
Came here for brunch and was pleasantly surprised by this little place. The food was great. I ordered the super crepe with no tomato and extra cheese and for the side the pasta salad. My friend ordered the veg sandwich and pasta salad for the side. The food was GREAT, the little gal that served us was super sweet.. We will be back.
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Miss H K.
Came here for an early lunch last weekend with my bf. This place was nice and modern inside. The decor is classy and makes a great place to sit and dine or just hang out for a cup of coffee. I had the pizza crepe with sausage/ham/cheese. The crepe was good, it was nice and light-nothing too heavy. The pasta salad with it was also not bad. Prices here were cheap-mostly under $10 per entree. Also a nice selection of savory and dessert crepes Service was also friendly and fast. Would return again for lunch or to try a dessert crepe!
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Tawny L.
I was in a crepe-y mood so my friend and I headed over for lunch. It was fairly crowded and the waiting area was so cute! There are a lot of crepes to choose from. The cafe serves water in a glass carafe. I didn't get any other drinks though. I ordered the Basil & Asparagus crepe and my friend ordered the Californian. All the crepes is dressed with pesto sauce (my favorite!) and a small side. Mine were steamed veggies and my friend got the greek salad. The other two sides are fruit or a bowl of soup. The sides were simple, nothing to rave about but they were healthy. My crepe was very good though. They didn't skimp on the filling at all. The proportion of feta cheese to veggies was perfect for me. I didn't get to try my friend's californian, but she was in love with her crepe too! For dessert we shared the mixed berries crepe. This crepe came out nice and warm with a scoop of Neapolitan ice cream. To be honest, the only flavor I like is vanilla. The ice cream was standard. The berries were sweet and the crepe as a whole was a clean finish to our meal. I don't think anything was spectacular, but I would still come back again. There was only one waitress when I came and I learned that you have to flag her down if you want something, but the mom (who was the chef I believe) was so cute and sweet! The shop serves some of the healthier tasting crepes I've eaten.
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Alyssa A.
Every time I'm in town, I take my mom out on lunch dates, and this is always the first place we go to!! We have been going here for many years now and have had nothing but great experiences! The set-up of this place is very cute and chic. The tables are pretty close together, but you never feel cramped, even during lunch rush. Service is on point- they take orders promptly and the wait time for the crepes is not long at all. When you first sit down, they bring out a carafe with water and mixed fruits, which is a nice touch. I've also tried their thai iced tea and thai iced coffee, which are both yummy! My mom and I both order the classic crepe, which is chicken, mozzarella, spinach and mushrooms. Mmm, it is simply delicious! Each crepe comes with a side too, and I usually get the pasta, while my mom gets the salad! We've never been disappointed! It's the perfect portion for lunch. I only wish I could leave room for a dessert crepe- I've had them before and they are sooo tasty (who doesn't like nutella?)
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Alex M.
I've been here a hand full of times each time hoping it's as good as people here say it is and each time I've been disappointed. We usually go to Le Moose Cafe for our crepe fix but we've been wanting to change up the scenery a bit lately. The place itself is very nice with good ambiance. They have more variety than Le Moose and service is fine but that's about it. I'm a savory crepe person so even though I like the desert crepes I usually always go with the savory. Most people here seem to think Petit Cafe is better than Le Moose but I don't. I'm not saying Petit is terrible but Le Moose is definitely better. For one Le Moose crepes are bigger and more flavorful. I recently had a chicken club sandwich at Petit to see if their sandwiches were better. It wasn't. For $10 I thought i would get a sandwich with a nice chicken breast, instead I got chicken bits and the side pasta salad that was so bland I thought it was just boiled pasta. Le Moose pasta salad is 100 times better. If you just want a desert crepe you shouldn't be too disappoint, you can't really mess up a desert crepe but for now we're sticking with Le Moose.
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Donna H.
I ordered the Bacon Avocado Crepe and added Mushrooms which was pretty good. They didn't skimp on bacon or avocado, so I had some in almost every bite. I'm not a huge crepe person, but it definitely was a good sized portion and very pesto-y. The savory crepes came with a choice of fruit, pasta, or Greek salad. The space is nice and modern, and service was ok. We waited for a table since it felt odd eating lunch in the loungey section near the front. I think if you're getting some smoothies or just two people sharing a dessert crepe, the loungey space in the front would be nice. They didn't try to rush us out since there was no wait when we finished eating, which I really appreciated since I was catching up with some good friends from middle school. If I'm ever in Fremont and craving crepes, I'll know where to go. The dessert crepes come with ice cream and whipped cream.. yums. The name is still a bit odd to me.. Frodo.. All I could think about was hobbit feet when I thought about the name..
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Nini T.
this place has amazing crepes and there's so many to choose from!! I ordered three crepes and it was almost $30 and the portions were somewhat all right. it didn't fill me up for sure. I wanted to give this place 5 stars but once you walk in, you actually have to walk to the farthest back of the room for there was no one to greet you and there's a wall that covers the counter and you're just like ??? you would be totally lost and think no one is in the store and leave -,-.....
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sophia j.
I love this place! The staff are friendly, the restaurant is clean and very well decorated, and best of all, the crepes are delicious. They have sweet and savory crepes with a good variety of each. Their savory crepes come with a side of pasta or fruit salad I believe. The pasta is delicious nonetheless. They also have good drinks! Give this place a try!
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Kacee B.
I've been wanting to try this place for a while as it looks so good with all the different crepes (savory and sweet). The place was clean and the waitress was very nice. The only reason I am giving this a 3 star review now is because I've only had 1 experience with them so far and here is my experience: We seated ourselves since the place was not very busy at the time. The waitress was good at bringing us a carafe of water and lots of ice. After a few minutes, she came to take our orders: I ordered an expresso and the Banana and Chocolate crepe since that's the one that has Nutella (and I love Nutella!). All their dessert crepes come with a scope of vanilla ice cream and whipped cream (and/or powdered sugar too). I asked for the whipped cream to be left out. It came sitting on a bed of caramel sauce, next to the scoop of ice cream and dusted with sugar and chocolate powder. It was good but I would have liked it better if it was not crispy as I prefer my crepes to be more on the thick, chewy side, like the Swedish pancakes. It was good though and they didn't skimp on the nutella (I've had them at places where they hardly had any nutella in there). The espresso coffee is very strong; I like it strong and I have had really good espresso coffee at different places before. This place has a little of a bitter taste; might the brand of espresso bean/grounds they are using. Overall, I think it was good. I still would like my crepes to be thick and chewy but I would like to go back and try their savory crepes and see. Bathroom was clean, the place/decor was modern. Nice to see that in Fremont, actually.
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Jasmine C.
CUTE CUTE CUTE. And YUM! I came with my best friend over winter break since we were both home and she Yelped this place. The place is so homey and cute, and we never realized it was there next to Sweet Tomatoes (the usual get together place for large groups.) Anyway, we must have been gone for too long, but it was the perfect catch up brunch place for us. We opted to sit by the couches/coffee table area. The menu selections look pretty good but we chose to go with crepes. I ordered a classic crepe and my best friend ordered a bacon avocado crepe. You can opt for fruit or salad and maybe a couple other sides with your crepe. I thought both crepes were pretty good. Not as large as some places I've been to or as savory as La Creperie (our other crepe place that we frequent in Long Beach), but I thought it was a job well done. We also ordered the Strawberry Zing smoothie, which was yummy and fresh. I think I'd definitely come back here to meet with someone for food or lunch, etc. It's casual enough, but could be a cute date place too! Prices are decent and service is great and friendly! I'd love to try the coffee! So glad there's somewhere like this in Fremont...haha.
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F S.
The food is tasty and the ambiance is good but the price can sometimes outweigh the value of what you get. there's not much to say other than it's a crepe place. When I think of crepes I think of San Francisco, more than just the wharf too because there are a few nice little crepe shops all around the city but they're smaller. I feel like the prices represent the size of this place and the need to make that apparent rent payment and cover the overhead each month. I went twice, had a coupon for a BOGO offer that definitely got me back in the door the second time but without that it just doesn't make sense for me.
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Evalyn T.
Since I just happened to past this spot... Came in this past April or May.. One star for our dumbass waiter (some white kid) who interrupted me while I was in the middle of a phone call. Mind u, I was on the phone w/ my Dr. She ain't tryna hear about crepes on the side! Or "Did u want that w/ chocolate syrup or nutella?" Thanks to him my dr prolly thinks Ima freak. lol. No really -__- Another star for their crepes. It's OK but it's not like "Omg to die for.." Nuh Uh. Other than that this review was mainly for their customer service.
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Duo D.
I've been loving their coconut juice .
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hanna l.
I've come here a few times and always order the Classic crepe. It's pretty good but not mind blowing. Portions are not huge, but dishes come with a side which is nice. If it wasn't so close to my house, I probably wouldn't go out of my way to eat here.
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Laura C.
3.5 stars - rounding up to support small businesses. I've been wanting to check this place out for awhile now - finally stopped in to order some food to-go. There's a foyer type entrance when you first walk in - which gives the impression that there's a dedicated host to seat you. The place is actually more casual - whoever is nearby or at the counter will approach you to help. I was actually a little surprised to see the place mostly full on a Monday holiday afternoon. I've been finding most new small businesses to be fairly empty (especially in Fremont), unless it's a peak hour. Glancing around - the decor was quite interesting. Reminds of me of a cross between a Thai and a mediterranean place. There was also a raised level where people could sit on cushioned benches. Overall, the place has a nice touch of character, although I felt that it was missing a sense of homely-ness (fixing the lighting could fix that). This cafe is a cross between casual and formal. The wait staff is casual - you won't find a dedicated server attending to your needs and checking up on you. However, the staff could be a bit friendlier - I didn't get a "thank you" or even a smile. I like that they have a little bit of everything - at least what I consider essentials: crepes, desserts, coffee, alcohol, and smoothies. One stop shop if you're with a group of people who are hungry, have a sweet tooth, are caffeine fiends, alcoholics, or smoothie junkies. The prices are very reasonable too. I ordered the Thai ice tea ($2.80) and Californian crepe ($6.95) with a salad as the side). The Thai iced team came out even before I had a chance to pull out my wallet and I was pleasantly surprised that it was large (think a bit bigger than Starbucks Venti). The food/drink were pretty solid - it hit the spot for my crepe craving. Overall, I'll be back. It's a nice place to just chill and the menu hits all the different spots. BTW - they don't take AMEX.
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Tara D.
I got the chai latte which tastes like the powdered stuff you can buy from the store, but it was served up in a big mug, so what it lacked in taste it gained in quantity. This is offset though by the price of $4 for a mug. I also got the simplest crepe they offered with chocolate sauce though what I wanted was just butter and sugar. The crepe was very filling and the chocolate sauce was more like chocolate Nutella, which would have been a pleasant surprise if I liked Nutella at all. I left feeling full and with a sugar headache. The price was a bit high for my liking but the atmosphere is lovely, very quiet for what I thought would be peak hours. The staff is very friendly, and the bathroom comes with face/hand clothes like a fancy hotel. I'd give it another try but I wouldn't order the same thing.
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Earlene C.
Mmmm savory crepes washed down with Thai Iced Tea! My girls and I came for dinner this evening and enjoyed our meal as well as the ambiance! It's a quaint, nicely decorated spot with delicious food. I had the bacon and avocado crepe with greek salad on the side. I had to save the sweet dessert crepe for the next trip because the savory crepe by itself was super filling. I like how they put lemon, mint and oranges in the water, its refreshing! Service was good, I'd like to come back for afternoon tea. The advertised pictures of tea food served on food tower looks really yummy.
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Cherylin R.
Decided to come here with my family for Sunday brunch based on the yelp reviews and to give this place a try. First impression, the ambiance was quite interesting.... the Thai theme along with crepes and sandwiches was very different. We were seated immediately and given water right away which was a plus. Unfortunately, after having taken our orders, we ended up waiting for almost an hour for our food. The waitresses never approached us to at least acknowledge the obvious long wait or gave us an explanation. Also, about 5 minutes before serving us our food, they informed us that they no longer have any "basil sauce" for our crepes, not really giving us an option but at the same time asking us if it was okay. In my head I was thinking, well we've already waited this long and there's obviously nothing we can do about it so just give us our food already, we're starving.....The food was actually pretty good, the savory crepe I had ordered definitely needed some "sauce" because it was somewhat dry, however, tasted pretty good. Now, the main reason why I gave this place such a low rating was because a used band-aid, yes band-aid was found in one of the crepes. All of us were utterly disgusted having seen that and we all immediately lost our appetites. We had informed the waitress immediately and all she had said was "oh, I'm so sorry for that." as she gave us a little embarrassed cringe as she took the plate away. Nothing else was offered, no discount, no "would you like us to make you another?" literally nothing. In the end, we demanded that we not pay for that particular meal and was charged for the rest of the food. Overall, this place would have had a much higher rating had there not been a used band-aid in the food and also had they handled the situation much better. We were all very disappointed
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Arianna B.
Good place, nice decor, good food. This place is affordable and tasty. Usually I get their crepe with the bacon, avocado, and mozzarella. Very tasty, and the bacon is always extra crispy, thank goodness. I've had a few of their dessert crepes, which are also pretty good. I'd say probably best crepes in Fremont overall. My only complaint is that they're pretty slow. At any given time, there's only 1-2 waitresses, and it can take a while to get your order taken and to get your food. Usually, it's a huge hassle to get the check, I often have to get up and ask. I give it 4 stars for food, but with the service, it's more of a 3.5
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VanLam N.
Bf and I have been here twice in the last month, our favorites were the shrimp & bacon crepe and the aix en provence which is a combo of a savory and sweet crepe! The ones that were mediocre were the USA and Singapore. The restaurant itself seems kinda slow as the two times we've been there its been practically empty. The ambiance is great however and service quick. Can't wait to return to try something new :)
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Gary T.
Frodo Joe's Le Petit Cafe....I LOVVVVVE their crepes! It's just so amazingly delicious! Every crepe that I've tried are so satisfying that I can just keep on eating and by the time I'm done....I have a sad face on =(. I find their sides are very refreshing and the crepes are very light. It is not oily at all. Their pesto sauce...wow! They got that sauce down! I might have to say that the pesto sauce...is actually the star of the show. Besides crepes they also serve sandwiches. Also very delicious!
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Judy P.
The Verdict: "A trendy, non-chain place for breakfast." Items Ordered: Hawaiian savory crepe with ham, cheese, and pineapple; pizza crepe, bacon and chicken cheese crepe, Thai iced tea, iced chai latte, coke Pros: Excellent service; good food; also sandwiches and coffees on the menu; nice side of fruit, pasta salad, or Greek salad on the side for savory crepes and ice cream for dessert crepes; relaxed and trendy decor (looks like a lounge); clean restroom with individually rolled hand towels to dry your hands (like a spa); nice ambient music in background; crepes start at $6.95; this is an order-at-the-counter place. Cons: Too bright inside since windows do not have shading (sun is pouring in, but some might like that); could be turned into a lounge in the evening. Would I Recommend It?: Yes, prices are decent and service is great!
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Kayla C.
Love their dessert crepes! It's very tasty, in comparison to the other crepe place in fremont. The service is usually quick and the servers/owner are really nice :) Thanks Petit Cafe!
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Solomon W.
La La Loo Loo was very tasty, and Christmas Decorations were a nice surprise.
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Angela C.
I've driven by this place a hundred times before actually deciding to try it. The decor is really cool- very laid back lounge feel with a hint of Thai inspired items. The food is amazing- depending on who is working the kitchen the food is deliciously different every time. For example, I order the chicken, bacon, cheese, mushrrom crepe minus the mushroom add asparagus (AMAZING!) and the bacon is sometimes ontop of the crepe or inside. The staff is always so friendly and they recognize my husband and I now whenever we come in.
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Jen C.
This place is so cute! It wasn't until I saw that a few of my Yelp friends reviewed this that I even knew it existed (even though I'm around there all the time). I came here for lunch with a friend and ordered both savory and a dessert crepe. I got the pizza crepe which was better than I thought it was going to be. And the portion was just right. Though I'll admit when it comes to savory crepes I like them less dry, with some kind of sauce on them. But that's just a personal preference. The crepes here are definitely more traditional compared to Le Moose. For dessert we split the strawberries & banana crepe which was pretty good! (But when it comes to dessert I like anything bread-y).
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Kevin M.
Went there for Sunday brunch. Brunch ... breakfast and lunch combined. Normally, with breakfast, there are coffee refills. Not his place. When I asked, the waitress seemed unsure. Looking at the menu, there was no indication that there are no refills on the HOUSE coffee. That's right, I asked them if it was some special coffee or something. They said it was regular coffee. So why there are no refills is beyond me. Kinda put me in a grumpy mood. Was so into getting more coffee, but not if I had to pay for another cup. Food though was quite good. Dessert wasn't bad either.
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Lien T.
Frodo Joe's Petit Cafe is just darling! I love their attention to detail--with gem stone tiles and vibrantly colored accent accessories. Not to mention, the staff was incredibly patient and soft spoken. Everything made me feel nice and cozy. Their menu was very straight forward with a variety of dessert crepes and savory crepes. I went with the special caravan crepe and he went with the special Mongolian crepe. The caravan included all of my favorite ingredients: Italian sausage, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, mushrooms, olives, and feta cheese. The Mongolian crepe contained roast beef, rice, corn, broccoli, and bell pepper, with Mongolian sauce. Both crepes were nice and flavorful! The ingredients were fresh and abundant. The crepes were nice and thin, with a slight crispiness along the edges. The only gripe I have is that the serving portions are on the smaller side. I'm not sure if it's a good thing; but I left the cafe feeling like I could have eaten a little bit more. Overall, if you're looking for a light meal, I'd recommend coming here to try their refreshing crepes. They have a nice variety and customer service is excellent.
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Rebecca D.
Let me start. I never ever liked crepes. Not even a little. Husband's turn to choose a restaurant, which is like pulling TEETH! We tried Sweet Tomatoes, but as we drove by and saw the line out the door, my husband decided on Petit Cafe (since we've driven by there 1000x without ever going in). When we got in, I saw crepes on their menu and nothing else (except for a few sandwiches). Mentally prepared myself for something I wouldn't liked. Reluctantly tried a savory crepe (NOT dessert) - I got the spicy vegetable crepe with sundried tomatoes, mushrooms, mozzarella cheese, and it comes with pineapple but I substituted for avocado at no add'tl charge. Watched as the cook was making each one which was pretty cool. I am giving 5 starts because it was SO good! I LOVE the spicy sauce that comes with it in addition to the pesto. The pesto was a much needed touch that blended everything together nicely. I had pasta salad as my side which was just ok, but the crepe was really outstanding. Instead of being a sweet crepe, it added nicely and was kind of like a sandwich or wrapped with a little more depth. My husband got the Hawaiian which was good, but we didn't see the specials coming in (Thai-based) and would have much rather preferred that. Hopefully wait staff in the future would let us know there were specials! Dessert crepe was apparently good (I just nibbled the ice cream) - my husband got bananas and chocolate (not chocolate really - Nutella instead) - he loved it. I don't like fruit and dessert mixed, so wasn't heart broken by not wanting to have it. Besides, I was full. WILL DEFINITELY come here again! Prices reasonable and food enjoyable! Just slow service but gives a cafe vibe.
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Christina m.
I will definitely come back again! I ordered ham and cheese crepe. SO DELICIOUS. the portion size is just perfect! I was full and there were about 2 bites left. I also got Thai tea, it was a bit on the too sweet side. (which is why i give it 4 stars in my opinion) The side salad was delicious and just right. They serve water in a cute glass bottle and cucumber/lemons are in it. I really liked that part. The atmosphere is great! I give the place 5 stars for atmosphere.
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Sheena Q.
Came here for an early family dinner a few months back. None of us liked it. How can someone NOT like a ham & cheese crepe?? It was horrible. We won't be returning. Too bad because the pictures all look so yum.
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Amber S.
I have passed this place a few times and thought it was a bakery or just a coffee shop so I didn't pass much attention. Being bored and looking for new eats I bumped into it on yelp. I had no idea it was a sit down restaurant that served crepes and sandwiches (oh my!) I had to bookmark and give it a try so here it goes... Enjoyed a nice brunch this morning. Great location in a shopping center, plenty of parking and it wasn't busy only three other small groups of people at 10:30AM. The decor was nice, had music playing Aerosmith and Cindy Lauper, a sitting area to drink coffee and then a seated area to dine in. The waitress immediately seated and gave us menus. Through out our meal she was nice but didn't talk much just did her job. I ordered a shrimp, crab & cheese crepe w/ salad as a side ($7.95). I asked the waitress if it was real or imitation crab, she said real so I was set. My hubby ordered the buffalo crepe & fruit as his side ($8.95). About 20 minutes later the food arrived. It looked great, they put pesto on the crepes and it wasn't mentioned on the menu so if you don't like pesto make sure you asked for them not to put it on the crepe. The crepes were fantastic! We wanted to try a dessert crepe but were too stuffed. The bathroom is very clean and kinda "spa" like with cloth towels to dry your hands, dimmed lighting w/ candles and decor.
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Mansi A.
I'm so glad there's actually a great cafe in Fremont that makes decent crepes (Le Moose does good Thai food, but their crepes are an odd fusion recipe and not your thin traditional European crepes, hence I don't enjoy them AT ALL). Frodo Joe's Petit Cafe is right around the corner from 24 Hour Fitness in the Raley's shopping center. A super cute and decorative interior is not only inviting, but makes for an enjoyable meal. I ordered the spicy veggie crepe, which was fantastic! A ton of veggies buried in a cheesy crepe -- yum! The crepe was perfectly thin and not heavy at all compared to some other (::cough cough:: Le Moose). My only issue was the service here. They had only one server during a super busy weekday lunch hour when nearly every table was full. Highly inadequate staffing resulted in impeccably slow service. Go here when you have a bit of time to lounge, because it will take a while. Frodo Joe's, please staff your restaurant with more people! 4 stars for the food, but minus 1 star for the service. P.S. The counter was stacked with Nutella bottles. Definitely a sign of amazing. ;) I can't wait to be back to sample the dessert crepes!
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Sannidhi J.
I am a BIG fan of desert crepes and so glad that I found this place! I didn't wanna experiment for my first visit, so I tried their banana and chocolate crepe and it came with whipped cream and a scoop of ice-cream. (Well, ALL the desert crepes are served with this!). My fiance, not being a fan of the 'fruit-crepes' tried the Mocha Cha-Cha crepe - it was delicious!! The next time I got a little creative and ordered the "La la loo loo" which was essentially 5 crepes stacked onto one another topped with whip cream and the sauce of your choice. This was a little disappointing because they dint really give me crepes - it was more like 5 thick really small pancakes stacked on top of each other with very little sauce. I think it was very dry and well, wasnt really a 'crepe'. My fiance had the Pecan caramel - served with the rum caramel sauce and that was really good. We also tried the veggie crepe, but it was pretty ordinary and I would strongly recommend trying the wide variety of desert crepes over the savory ones.
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Kenny C.
I've had crepes from different places before (Crepe-a-go-go, Vegas, etc) and was hoping to find one closer to home. When I entered Frodo Joe's, I was a bit confused on the theme they were going with for the place. I understand it's a "mom and pa" place but it had a mix between Thai, Mongolian, Asian, French, and urban mixed into one (the bathroom key was tied to a Ben 10 Happy meal toy from Burger King). It gave off more of a relaxed/casual brunch vibe than anything else. We ordered Crepes, I had the Banana Chocolate one with fruit substituted on top. It took a bit longer than I anticipated (almost 15 minutes) to get the crepe out during a mildly busy time. They did not falsely advertise when they said "Petit" because the crepes were a bit small for my taste. If you've ate at Crepe-A-Go-Go in Berkeley or some place similar, you will find the crepes here to be small as well. I even asked "are you hungry?" after we finished eating because the crepe didn't quite hit the spot. Nice place, but the time it took the crepe to come out and the price to size/satisfaction ratio was not good.
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Reniel A.
Found a band aid in the food and services sucks waited almost an hour would never recommend
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Christine C.
came here once before tonight and loved it so came back w/ Yang Q. here for dinner! The place is called Frodo Joe's but it's also known as Le Petit Cafe. such a cute little place with pretty decor and comfy seats, very nice atmosphere. more importantly, the crepes are delish!! got the bacon avocado savory crepe and added mushroom and spinach for .35cent. so worth it! it also comes with your choice of pasta salad, green salad or fruit. their water is unique, with a slice of cucumber, lemon and an orange. total came out to $10 including tax+tip, what a great price! love it and will come back for the 3rd time!
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Jonathan J.
Food is about average here. We got the E San (Thailand) 90 and classic crepe. The E San - I've never had rice + broccoli + zucchini in a crepe before, and I don't plan on ever ordering something like that again. These ingredients sound exotic, and like something worth trying, but these kind of ingredients don't belong in crepes. Also, the "spicy sauce" wasn't spicy at all, and a bit of a smear across the surface of the crepe is pretty much all of it. They also offer a choice of sides - I got the fruit side, which consisted of two thin slices of cantaloupe, a thin slice of melon, a small chunk of pineapple, and a thin slice of an apple. Not much, even for a side. We also got the I-Berry Blueberries Crepe and this one was amazing! The savory crepes might not be so great, but their dessert crepes seem pretty good. I've never seen anyone put cheesecake bits in a crepe before, but the taste was amazing. Besides the food, though, the service here is attentive and I really liked the environment. I'm not especially fond of the Thai/buddhist decor, and I never thought I'd say this, but I loved the chairs and furniture here, both in the raised side area and the "regular" dining area. The ambience here is also pretty chill. Anyway, I'd definitely come for the dessert and environment, and I'd highly recommend this place for those two things, but not the savory crepes.
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Shannon L.
3.5 Stars. Even though Frodo's is almost 2 miles away, this might be Le Moose's competitor! They're both crepe shops run by Thai women. The outside is very unassuming. You think it's any old Robek's or Jamba Juice. But don't let the "Juice Zone" signage deceive you--this is a modern looking crepe shop just masked under the wrong name! Lunch on a Friday afternoon was bangin'. There were only two women running the place--one woman making all the crepe dishes, the other making drinks and cashiering. It was so busy that we ended up standing in an unattended line for about 5-10 minutes. Instead of asking for our orders, the lady had us write it down on the food order pad ourselves. That was a first but I didn't mind at all. They do offer a stamp card for repeat visitors but they keep them all up at the counter in index card boxes, sorted alphabetically. I was in the mood for something savory so I decided to get the Cheese Bacon Crepe ($7.95) and a Thai Iced Coffee (less than $2). It took quite a while to come out... I want to say 10-15 minutes. I gave them some leeway because I could really see how hard and fast they were trying to work plus I wasn't in a rush to get back to work (lazy Fridays...). They do need to hire at least one more person because I saw that the line was constantly long with hungry people. But when I got the crepe, it was neatly arranged on a gigantic round white plate. The crepe itself was HUGE. It was stuffed with chicken, mushrooms, and partially melted mozarella (weird) and then topped with six slices of ultra-crispy bacon. I got it with a side of fresh Greek salad that had feta cheese and a lovely light dressing. The bacon was so crisp and plentiful that I just crumbled it all up and threw some atop my salad. All their crepes come with pesto sauce which I love but disagree with because things like a "pizza crepe" deserve a tomato-based sauce. The crepe part itself tasted neutral--I know some places use a different one for sweet (vanilla-infused) and savory (buckwheat) but they use the same one for both types of crepes. My drink was sweet and good. Drinks come in 16 oz. or 24 oz. but the former is definitely enough. This could potentially be a nice place to chill during more low-key hours and if they offered free wi-fi. I did enjoy the decor and the unique seating areas. For your basic crepe lunch place, this does a decent job.
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Samantha C.
Came here for dinner last night with the boy toy; I've been wanting to try this place for a while now. When we walked in, it was totally empty; we were the only ones there up until we were about to leave. My boyfriend got the classic crepe (chicken, spinach, and mozzarella cheese) and I got one of the vegetarian ones (florence I think?). Both crepes were really good and crispy, but small compared to the portions of La Moose Cafe. We both ordered fruits for our sides. When the food came, I totally thought the size of the crepe and the 4 tiny pieces of fruit made the plate look really big and empty. I couldn't help but notice how slow the service was even though we were the only ones there. The server was always occupied doing something else, so that bugged me. She was nice, but way too slow. Decore was nice, very modern. Not really into the cushion seats though, some of them were stained, so that a bit disgusting. My boyfriend couldn't stop talking about the BEDAZZELED WALLS. We'll probably just stick to La Moose as it is more conveniently located for us and it has more to offer. But Frodo Joe's did give us a coupon for buy 2, get 1 free, so maybe we'll be back, but probably not.
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Karen P.
I was so excited to try this place out due to the massive positive reviews from Yelp. Quick review: -Horrific & terrible customer service! Pretty much there was none. We seated ourselves, we constantly have to request for a. table b. water c. utensils d. menu e. please take our order? f.bill. We came here on a Saturday afternoon around 12:30pm, we were the only party waiting. Our waitress just look at us with blank look, not sure what's wrong with her. Even when she was taking our order she did not speak with us ..besides the word "sides?" .. -Food was absolutely delicious. Took a while though. Even though my Cheese Bacon crepe was to die for...the horrible hell like customer service we experienced was not worth it in the end. I might give this place another try if they hire new waitress or find out what her shifts are ..but until then I think I rather eat somewhere else.
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Shela J.
I Yelped this cafe before I came and was instantly appealed to the aesthetics of the place. Upon arrival, the appeal of the warm cafe vibe did not disappoint. But I mean, that's just the decor. It says little about the rest of my experience. My friend and I had to wait a good amount of time to be acknowledged, let alone seated, when we first walked in. Given there were only two employees around, we should have at least been acknowledged. Border-line rude. Anyway, we were seated and ordered two crepes - the Californian and the Shrimp Pesto. They were a bit smaller in size than I expected, but ooohwee, they were both delicious. I purposely cut my crepe into smaller pieces and ate slowly to cherish the savory taste and texture. My friend also had a thai tea, which came in a huge cup and also tasted very good. Maybe even a bit too sweet to drink the whole thing. So we shared, and it was great. One sketchy detail: we noticed a bunch of little black specs in my friend's thai tea. At first, I started to pick them out with my fork, but they just kept on a'comin. We decided to ignore them and keep drinking cause it tasted so good. Is that gross? I really hope we didn't ingest some cancer-inducing ingredient. I'm asking about them specs for sure next time. One tiny pet peeve: our server & the crepe chef were not nearly as warm and inviting as the decor of the place. People need to smile more. The world needs to smile more. Thas all I'm sayin'. Nevertheless, I will definitely come back here. The food is great, and it makes me want to try more items on their menu - the dessert crepes, their smoothies, their sandwiches. I'd also like to see how the mood of the place changes after the sun goes down. Lastly, I gotta find out what those black specs were.
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Jordan P.
Great service, first class atmosphere, perfect portions, cheap prices. Definitely coming back the next time I want a crepe or an awesome (huge) Thai tea.
(4)
Annissa H.
I came here for brunch and the Caravan crepe was pretty good. I love spiciness so I was happy about the peppercinis in it for some zest. It was a good crepe although I think it could have had some more... salt? I have also tried Le Moose's crepe and thought it was similarly lacking a bit of flavor. Maybe all crepes are supposed to be not so flavorful or i like my food salty haha With the caravan crepe, I had the pasta salad and it definitely wasn't as good as Le Moose's unfortunately. But the decor is nice and very clean. My friend's ordered a cup of coffee and it came in a pretty big mug which is a plus.
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Kim P.
Sheik little place with nice deco. One waitress who was pleasant. It wasnt too busy for it being a Saturday at 11am. Still though, it took unusually long for me to get my vanilla mocha and my sons hot chocolate. Crepes were decent and tasty. My kids had sweet ones and I had a shrimp and bacon. Good selection...pretty standard though. Would have liked to have seen a bit more specialty crepes on their menu. Crepes were a bit hard for my taste. I would have preferred them to be a little softer. Overall, not a bad local place for me to satisfy my crepe cravings. Plus for the ambience.
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Marjorie A.
I finally convinced my husband to check this place out. The food and service are good. The restaurant is trendy with a good selection of crepes to choose from. This will be my go to place for savory crepes.
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Kent N.
This is a sweet looking cafe. From the outside it looks like a coffee shop, but on the inside it's a pretty nice restaurant. The furniture says, "Have a seat, enjoy the food." And that's just what we did. The crepes are delicious! If you're around the area, you've gotta stop by for a taste. Sweet crepes. Savory crepes. Try 'em all. The prices are low enough to do just that. And the staff are very nice and fast. Would you ever think that a pitcher of water with slices of citrus inside would add a nice touch? Well, it does!
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Evil Evil Jen W.
Came here with sister because she was craving crepes. We shared: IBerry Crepe - cheesecake and blueberry filling, chocolate sauce, and ice cream and whipped cream on the side. Caravan Crepe - Italian sausage, spinach, scrambled eggs, mushrooms, mozzarella Both crepes were good but not remarkable. Service was fine, the ambiance a little bit too fancy for my taste (think diner format with cushion seating along a wall). Location: Raley's supermarket plaza, at the corner near the 24 Hr Fitness Time and Day of week: Weekend
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Roger M.
I have intentions of coming back here to try the crepes after looking over to what the other tables were ordering. The crepes look delicious. Unfortunately, I did not order the crepes. However, it doesn't mean that I did not have a great lunch. I ordered the chicken pesto sandwich on wheat with a fruit salad. The bread was toasted nicely and cheese melted perfectly. I thought the fruit salad was a bit small. The food is well priced. If I remember correctly, the crepes, sandwiches, and salads are under $10. It's a great place to go for a nice lunch with a friend. The customer service was great. They gave us ample time for us to decide what to order from the menu. They periodically came by to refill our water whenever we ran out. They were also very helpful. My friend didn't know that the bathroom required a key. They noticed her waiting outside a locked empty bathroom and gave her the key (LOL!). The inside of the restaurant is clean and cool looking. There was plenty of room. I'll reiterate that it's a great place to have lunch and the environment is conducive to having a great conversation with a friend. The location of the cafe is in a large plaza about a couple blocks from the Fremont BART station. It isn't too hard to find. It's pretty much near the corner of Paseo Padre and Walnut. I do intend to go back again and try the crepes. It's making me hungry just thinking about it.
(5)
Eva H.
I came back to my hometown and maybe cuz it was v-day weekend but it was love at first sight! The ambiance of this place rocks - from "Zen" atmosphere they try to create to the fresh tulips on each table, the bright open space in this perfect corner location to the artsy "gems" arranged on the brick walls. I imagined this place could be a crepe cafe by day and fancy Asian-fusion restaurant by night. It made the pug dog "mascot" a little out of place! My boyfriend and I ordered a savory california crepe (spinach, mushrooms, turkey, pesto) and a banana and chocolate crepe. The savory crepe was probably the best one I've EVER tasted, it wasn't dry like some places make them or mushy like others. The crepe was crispy and the pesto sauce was perfect. And it comes with 4 sides to choose from- an added bonus. The dessert crepe: drizzled with caramel sauce and a huge scoop of ice cream on the side. Most place charge for ice cream sides, but this was included. 5 stars for the waiter service, huge portions, yumminess, $7-8 prices, and making me a definite returning fan! Man I feel bad for those 24Hr Fitness people next door being tempted by this scrumptious crepe cafe every time they walk by!
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Aishling R.
Frodo Joe's made a few changes but it's cool. You can no longer just go up to the counter and place your order. It's fancier now. You have to sit down and get waited on. The crepes were still delicious so it worked for me.
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Ari Z.
Crepes are delicious served with ice cream and your choice of side. The service Is "good" as long as you sit inside. My friend and I sat outside last time and the waitress forgot about us. The atmosphere is nice as well, coming in you don't expect it to look that nice inside. If looking looking for a quick affordable bite to eat, this is the place.
(3)
Anna R.
Ok how hard is it to tell me that you're brewing a fresh pot of coffee? Esp when there's only one other table? And they're already done... Ordered the shrimp and crab crepe. The waitress left then came back cuz they're out of shrimp. Ok but you didn't know that before? So the Bacon avocado was ok, but why pesto? I guess to cover the minimal avocado. The waitress wanted to just give me my check and didn't ask if I wanted anything else. Outnumbered by staff. Why such poor service? I've had better crepes at the student union. Faster too. And without the attitude. The strawberry banana crepe almost makes up for everything. Great sauces, lots of fruit, tender crepe. Note: I wrote this review on 7/29/2010, on my phone.
(3)
Raizel G.
My friend and I decided to try this place out since we love crepes! I tried the carrot cheesecake crepe and my friend had a mocha one and they were delicious! They have savory as well as sweet crepes, and they have a ton of different ones to choose from. If you love crepes, you should check out their menu. They even had a new mongolian beef crepe that they were trying out! (that wasn't on the menu, but they had a sign about it inside) The place itself is pretty cool inside, a lot nicer than I expected it to be, and there's plenty of parking. I really want to go back to try out more of their stuff.
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Saurin S.
Wanted to come here for months since it opened. Finally came and was not disappointed. From the decor and atmosphere to the food, all was excellent. Had a nutella and banana crepe as well as a spicy pesto vegetarian crepe - both were great. Smoothies were properly balanced too. The frozen mocha banana coffee was quite good. This is the best casual hangout place in Fremont now - worthy of San Francisco. Highly recommend.
(5)
Eric B.
Passing this little corner cafe in a trip around the plaza I'd normally have written it off as an overpriced hipster joint with sub-par kitchy fare. Not at all the case. It's not overpriced and the kitchy fare is delightful. I found this place on Yelp, being unfamiliar with the area. We needed breakfast and I was tired of pastry. I was very pleased to have trusted the reviews, because again I'd have passed over the place given its name and decor. Needs a more independent location. Two kinds of crepes: savory and sweet. We were looking for breakfast so we went with savory; eggs, ham, tomato, mushrooms, cheese, that sort of thing. Light, almost rustic crepes soft with crispy edges framed fresh omelet ingredients. Not chewy, not overstuffed, the crepes could stand on their own. An excellent farmer's style breakfast with a twist. The fruit salad side though was about 4 pieces of melon and maybe a grape. Fresh, nice compliment to the crepes, but meager. Our waitress was shy and quiet but friendly enough. Good service speed. Nice presentation, down to the cute decanters of ice water. Overall, a pleasant surprise in a very atypical location for a place trying to stand out.
(4)
Michelle W.
It's so hard avoiding this place when it's RIGHT NEXT TO MY GYM! I swear, it feels like torture to be tested like this. Sad to say, all efforts to lose weight is looking like a huge failure right about now. Thank Frodo's Joe's. Really, thanks. Seafood crepe with a side of cold feta cheese pasta has become my ultimate kryptonite. Bad for the hips, but oh so good to the lips. Made with real crab meat, shrimp, and mozzarella topped off with pesto sauce, I savor every bite until the very last. Feeling the need to satisfy a sweet tooth? Grab a seat in their chic sophisticated lounge and take a bite of their highly recommended strawberry banana crepe with a side of vanilla ice cream. Not too overbearingly sweet or packed with whipped cream. It surely is $7 well-spent. Don't forget to fill out a stamp card during your first visit. And don't worry about it being lost. They keep it in front of their register in a nifty little alphabetically organized box...just to entice their customers to return until they get enough stamps for a free crepe. It's worked on me so far...
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wolf c.
Surprised at this wonderful little place. It looks fairly boring on the corner of a little shopping plaza but upon entering you are transported to a relaxed and charming environment that has an Asian flair to it. The food centers around crepes and there's a wide range of choices available. They also have decent cocktails for those Friday afternoon lunches.
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Steven M.
The food is great. Any crepe is amazing as well as the pasta and salad.
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meg s.
Let's give it up for Fremont. In the midst of all the different cultures in this bay area city, I gotta hand it to them. They know what people like and what they need to be exposed to. I only have Crepes for special occasions like going to Pier 39, or in Vegas. And at the time I'm already having the time of my life, food will taste good from pretty much anywhere. This time I came hungry and with high expectations after reading the many reviews. My friend and I arrived last night right around dinner time, and for the first 30 mins there, we were the only customers in the restaurant. It was so nice!! We didn't have to worry about being too loud and having to talk over other peoples conversations. The setup it cute with comfy chairs and couches. No to mention the food was fabulous. I had my eye on the mango crepe for dessert after seeing a picture on here of it. but first, my main course I had the Chicken Cashew crepe. Healthy! And yummy! How could you go wrong?! My friend ordered the Classic and it wasn't overly stuffed with mozzarella. She also ordered a smoothie, delicious! Then of course for dessert we had the Mongo Crepe. Overall I had a very good experience here, and I didn't feel like the staff was trying to push us out. (We definitely overstayed our welcome too.) I was really happy with the service and the food, I will for sure be coming back!!
(5)
Katy W.
3.5 stars pluses: - brunch in Fremont! still looking for other places with a slightly more upscale brunch (and maybe some eggs?) -nicely decorated, with a little flair, good for drinking coffee and talking/reading -friendly counter service -reasonable prices -yummy ingredients and generally tasty minuses: -while the price was reasonable, the portion was small; charge a little more and give a little more food because we were still hungry after our breakfasts! also, the side dishes were small -my husband thought his latte was mediocre while I liked mine - I wish there were scrambled eggs on the menu! I know it's a crepe place, but I feel like a few scrambled skillets would really beef up their menu overall: we will go back because there are so few places in Fremont to get a nice breakfast and I really enjoyed the service/atmosphere.
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Marevie T.
Place is super cute! I like that its kind of romantic on the inside... although I only come here on my lunch lol! I definitely like the service too, after going there a few times, they already know I'll be ordering three Thai Ice teas with extra extra milk/cream. Lol!
(5)
Liberty Lady L.
Oh, Yeah! Good crepes and the best real hot chocolate I've ever had. Great service, friendly relaxing atmosphere (this was in the evening for dinner). I had the shrimp/crab crepes and my sweetheart had the hawaiian crepes. Even the pasta salad side was good and I'm usually not a fan of pasta salad. Sweetie had the greek salad side and it was good. The hot chocolate was real! Made with hot milk and what nearly tasted like melted Hershey chocolate. Something tells me the coming winter is going to find me at Le Petit fairly often just for their hot chocolate. Sweetie had chai latte. I tasted it but even before I could get it to my mouth I smelled that wonderful cardamom aroma. It was also truly delicious. Le Petit Cafe is different from Le Moose Crepe Cafe. While I'm also a fan of Le Moose Crepe, I just can't feel they're the same. Le Petit Cafe has a completely different atmosphere. I like them both. Le Moose has great smoothies, cool and refreshing, and I really enjoy them for a weekend lunch. Tonight, it was rainy and turning cool so the hot chocolate from Le Petit was perfect. Le Moose has a more varied, larger menu, the portions are a little bigger, the prices are a little lower. Le Petit has Starbucks-type of drinks. The two restaurants are just different and it's hard for me to feel that they're competitors. Their location is great, with lots of parking. It's on the corner of this strip shopping center, right next to 24 Hour Fitness and sort of across from Sweet Tomatoes. Easy to find. This place is a find! We will definitely be back. Highly recommended!
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Laurs D.
I can't believe this place has any good reviews. Cold, undercooked and tasteless food.
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Althea Rae S.
Came here on a whim with my boyfriend on a Sunday for brunch. Since we were over IHOP, Country Way (no offense) and our other "regular" places for breakfast/brunch. The place was smaller than I had anticipated, but the ambiance was quaint and fairly modern. I ordered the Seafood Delight Crepe and he had the Caravan Crepe. Both came with our choice of sides, I had a fruit salad and he had pasta salad. At first, I wasn't too sure on the size of the portions, but portion size was perfect. The food was very filling but not overfilling to the point where we went into food coma (LOL). Service was good, everything was done in a timely manner. Also, prices were just right for both of our crepes and two Thai Iced Tea cost us about $25 with tax and tip. Definitely will come back here again.
(5)
Victoria T.
I like eating at this place, and if you are planning to come to this restaurant, be sure to look for a sign that says "Le Petit Cafe" instead of "Frodo Joe's". The food is served really quickly, and the restaurant is clean. It's a very relaxing place to be at, and it's a good place to meet an old friend, a new friend, or anyone that appreciates good food in a nice atmosphere. There are a lot of choices for crepes, and I always get the Cheesy Spinach and I add avocado. Their selection of drinks is also good too. I like their Mango Zing. I always feel like I'm eating a healthy meal when I come here, and they offer a free frequent diner card that rewards you for coming to this restaurant a lot. Be sure to save room for a dessert crepe!
(5)
Nilda Lynne A.
Thank goodness for Yelp! I found an amazing and yummy place for breakfast! I've never had a single crepe before. Ever! I tried one of their "savory" crepes: Pizza crepe with a side of pasta salad. FYI: all "savory" crepes come with a choice of side (4 salads to choose from). Both the crepe and pasta salad were delicious! The restaurant looks very modern, welcoming, and has a chill vibe to it. There's a section that looks like it was made to lounge around, while enjoying one of their crepes. The service was fast. I don't know if it's because I went there right after they opened, or not. But as more people came in, their service was still consistent. I'll definitely be coming back here! I might try one of their "dessert" crepes.
(4)
Priya L.
My boyfriend and I stopped by here one afternoon for some coffee. I really loved the setting inside, there are tables as well as a loungey sofa area where you can sit. At first we just wanted to have some coffee, but we ended up sharing a spinach, mushroom, and cheese crepe which was delish! I would def go back here to try other crepes and to just chill, relax, and have a cup of coffee. Btw, the vanilla mocha is good!
(4)
Red S.
I had high hopes for this place, and was very disappointed. My seafood crepe was hideous as it contained RAW shrimp. Other that that the taste of the crepe itself was mediocre. The decor is nice, that is true, but the food leaves so much to be desired. Won't be back.
(1)
Arlene M.
Stopped by here for a light lunch after working out at 24-hour fitness. It's a pretty cute place with nice ambiance, especially for a restaurant located in a strip mall. I think it helps that it's in the corner with lots of windows and light. It's not an authentic French creperie, but more of an asian-style crepe house like Le Moose Cafe on Mowry...you can tell from the pesto on the savory crepes and ice cream on the sweet crepes! Not to hate on that, but if you're expecting something very French (like Bistro Maxine in Palo Alto), you will be very disappointed. However, if you align your expectations and you like asian-style crepes then you will have a very tasty meal here. Since I wanted something light, I got a veggie crepe with spinach, tomato, and avocado. It also came with a green salad, and I got the dressing on the side...the greens were good and had nice chunks of cucumber and olive. The crepe itself was very tasty, though I think maybe the lightness of the rest of the ingredients got offset by the amount of pesto. Next time I'd probably get the pesto on the side as well so I can control the amount. Hubby got a chicken/mozzzarela/mushrooms/spinach crepe, which was also very good. They're portions are quite decent and it was a pretty filling lunch. I think the crepes here are a bit better than Le Moose Cafe, and you get your order a bit faster since they have more staff. The location is a bit nicer and more convenient too. We will probably return if we're working out in the area.
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Michelle P.
I'm new to the Fremont area and I didn't know where to eat lunch. Then my friend suggested coming here and so I did! This place was great! I ordered the classic crepe (chicken, spinach, mushrooms, cheese and pesto sauce on the side) and strawberry crepe (fresh strawberries, nutella, raspberry sauce, powdered sugar, whipped cream & ice cream). Yes both crepes were for me. I typically eat sweet crepes and I'm incapable of passing them up so in true Michelle fashion, I ordered both. The classic was really good! You MUST put the pesto sauce on it. The pesto sauce really took the crepe to a whole different level. This crepe was really filling. I believe it was... $6-8. Not bad for lunch! The strawberry was excellent! The menu said "chocolate sauce", but to my surprise their chocolate sauce was nutella! Most crepe places make you pay extra to use that, so I'm a fan of Frodo Joe's because of that alone. I think this crepe was $6. I will definitely come here again. However, I think my next crepe adventure will take me to Le Moose. It seems they have a bigger menu for savory crepes. Try this place! Beware - the sign says "Le Petit". It's in the same plaza as Sweet Tomatoes.
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Michelle D.
I can certainly agree with other Yelpers that the food and decor here are great. We've come here several times, but on our most recent visit here, our server was terrible. Even though we were pleasant to her the whole time, she had an attitude with us from the moment we walked in. -Our server sat us, and then sat another party that came in immediately behind us. She gave them their water first, took their orders first and gave them their food first--even though we were there before them. -I asked if I could get my salad dressing on the side. She said that salad dressing already comes on the side and then asked if I wanted a salad. Yes, isn't that why I asked for the dressing on the side? When she served my boyfriend's salad, his dressing did not come on the side... -She came to check on the table next to us to see if they wanted anything else, but ignored us. Then, after she gave us our check, she kept peeking around the corner to see if we had paid yet...but she let the other tables eat at a leisurely pace without stalking them to see if they had paid. I really enjoyed the food here, but I won't come back to a place where they treat me like I'm not good enough to dine there.
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Omer M.
Amazing creperies ;) excellent service and it's always pleasure to come here thanks of refreshing decore
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M D.
Its really hit or miss at this place. I work in this City and I have family and friends that frequent the place. But I must say that the last few times its been a miss. The last time they ran out of what I ordered which hadn't been the first time. Customer service is lacking, its usually a little over $20 for 2 people and this last time they wouldn't change a $100 at the end of my work day with a good sized order. The owner said she needed change for client..... Uh, Hello what am I chopped liver? And hello, near the end of the day. Crepevine is waayyyy better anyways. Just disappointed because they used to be so on puint. Guess I have to start going to Riggatoni's for a quick bite.
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Christopher W.
Had high expectations for this place after, my Mom and cousin had talked it up saying it was good. Don't get me wrong, the people are very friendly and tried to make conversation with us however, the crepes were just "ok". Sure, my Mom and I were ambitious to each get one savory crepe, a dessert crepe to share and then a iced beverage each, but all this for $30, yikes! The bacon and avocado crepe I got was pretty bland in my opinion. Also their crepes are too airy and pancake like. The cold chai tea latte was overly sweet that I could only drink half of it. I must admit though, the side greek salad that came with the crepe was the best part about the meal. Compared to some other creperies I've been to, Le Petit Cafe just didn't satisfy me.
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Philip-John T.
Very delicious crepes! I had the Hawaiian crepe. The pineapple accentuates this crepe to the tee and the cheese was too dang good. I also had the nutella banana crepe. The combo of sweetness and fruit was good. Many kudos to my friend for taking to this spot!
(5)
Justine A.
I started going to the frodo joe's in Hayward but find myself in the Fremont area more often. I love this place! The decor is nice.. It reminds me of a pier one imports store or a thai bistro, two different styles but still pretty. All their crepes are super good. I've tried a variety of savory and dessert crepes. Today I had the Californian, which was completely satisfying. It's interesting how this place use to be an order at the counter type of place and now it's a sit down bistro, with waiter/waitress service. I believe the change started due to them now serving alcohol. I would love to give this place 5 stars, but the consistency of how large/small your crepe is always changes. Granted I try different types of crepes but the sizes of the actual crepes depend on who's making it or how much ingredients they have that day. Nonetheless, I plan to always go back to this mom and pop place :)
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jennifer a.
I was introduced to this place by a friend and I'm hooked. love their crepes! they have a variety of crepes. My fave is the chicken cashew and a spicy veggie crepe. go to check this place out if u you haven't! I agree with every ones review on customer service..it could be a lot better.... they were NOT rude but just need to attend more to their customers. i have to always ask for my check 2-3x before i get it. i love the crepes and their decor! I'm a fan
(4)
Jessie P.
yummy. It's so good, we allways been to this place and never notice anything wrong with the food. The place looks wonderful.
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Topazskye L.
We got here in the evening and there was only one customer. The ambiance was great so that gave me high hopes about the dining experience. I wanted to use the restroom so I was waiting outside the restroom and I kept on waiting but the door was locked. So I thought someone was inside and I went back to our table to wait, I returned again and it was still locked then I decided to ask the staff if there was someone inside. Then they fished out a key to hand to me. HELLOOO...you saw me visit the restroom several times but yet you did not offer the key??? Also, why is the restroom locked? There are patrons in the restaurant. The meatball crepe I ordered was awful. I thought they would have used handmade meatballs but it is frozen meatballs from chinese super markets. The drinks were blah too....why bother to put alcoholic drinks if you do a crap job of them? the only redeeming thing was the nutella/banana crepe. Ugh, I would never come back again!
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Jade D.
wonderful crepe!!! MUST try!!!
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Jessica L.
Totally was not expecting to find a gem in the hub. I always just went straight into Sweet Tomatoes without even looking around. The moment I walked in I was totally surprised. The restaurant was so pretty and well-decorated! My friends said it had a nice 'Thai-feeling' to it, and I agree. Its very asian fusion but also contemporary and comfortable. Very interesting! The crepes were also delicious.. I wasn't expecting much, but I was pleasantly surprised. I had the turkey avocado savory crepe with a greek salad by the side (both which I highly recommend). The water pitcher and cups were different and definitely a plus. The space was great for hanging out with a medium group of friends just to chat and hang out. Minus one star for service, which was just all right. Definitely will be going there more often.
(4)
Pak Mail S.
My second time at this place. I like the decor. Very comfortable, nice music and the food was good. My cons are that the portions were small for the price and considering the place was empty, there was a wait to order and to get our food. Good location though so I'll probably be back.
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Bernadette A.
Finally made it here for my birthday lunch with the family. Good selection of savory crepes though I wish they had more to choose from for the sweet (dessert) crepes. Service was fast considering there were eight people in our party. Food was delicious! Everything was well-seasoned and portions are generous. Crepes and sandwiches come with a side of pasta, fruit, or Greek salad. This is a great place to go to for weekend brunch. In fact, the hubby wanted to go back the next day but our schedule wouldn't allow it. We will be back!
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Daisy L.
Their california crepe was really good and tasty. When the plate first arrive i was surprise with the portion size. It look smaller than other crepe shops i tried, but it was actually a good amount and it comes with a side salad/fruit of your choice. I like how they bring you a pitcher of water flavor with cucumber and fruit. yummy!
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Allison L.
The best crepes in Fremont! Personally, I think this place is even better than Le Moose Crepe Cafe. Their dessert crepes are absolutely heavenly, especially the Mixed Berries crepe. The place has a very cute, laid back ambiance with a couch section. Perfect place for a casual lunch with a significant other or a few girlfriends!
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L C.
I went there this past weekend. There were 5 of us and we had the Bento crepe, Apple and Cinnamon crepe, Cheesy Spinach crepe, Chicken & Bacon crepe, and I don't remember what the last one was, but all five of us cleaned our plates up really well and we all said we can't wait until the next time we go again. All the drinks are great as well. I definitely recommend this restaurant, they offer a range from light and healthy veggie crepes to rich and full savory and dessert crepes. All yummy!
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Scott W.
Another crepe place in Fremont? Score! I was looking for a new place to eat lunch today and saw that this is a creperie. Interested in comparing Le Petit Cafe to Le Moose Crepe Cafe, I decided to go here with a friend. Customer service was top notch. Despite being very busy, we only had to wait a short while for our food. Since this was my first time here the cashier went over the menu briefly to help me decide. I chose the shrimp pesto crepe with pasta and the "Silicon smoothie" which was mango, peach and banana. My friend got the chicken bacon crepe with pasta and a strawberry smoothie. The smoothies took about 3 minutes because the cashier took orders from the line behind us. The food was another 3 minutes or so. Both were excellent. It seems that crepe places have a thing for pesto because I guess all savory crepes come with pesto. The shrimp one was pretty good, but a little too plain for my tastes. The smoothie was also a bit runny and didn't have that thick consistency you see from places like Jamba Juice. My friend also recommends not getting the strawberry one because it had a lot of seeds in it. Pricing wasn't that bad. For a crepe and a side you spend about $7-8. The smoothies were $3.5 a piece for the small. The prices might be a bit pricy for some of the more simple crepe, especially the dessert ones. But I haven't tried those yet so I wont ding them for that. The non-smoothie drink prices were around $2.5 which is what I'll probably go for next time. I went at 12:30 so the place was packed. We managed to get one of the last tables available. Despite the large crowd the wait time was less then the time spent at Le Moose Crepe Cafe just because there was more than 1 employee; I counted 3. The interior is very nice and the furniture is comfortable for a restaurant. FYI, the sign on the building just says Le Petit Cafe. I was looking for something that said Frodo Joe's because that part of the name was most memorable. Overall I give it a 4 stars; a 4.5 really, but that's not an option. My only concern is that it's kinda busy and I would like to see the prices come down by a dollar or two. While I'll make return trips to both creperie's, I think Le Petit Cafe is probably my favorite of the two.
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Joel G.
Nice place to get a fine crepe for a reasonable price. I liked my mushroom, avocado, and mozzarella savory variety with a side of Greek salad. The crepe was cooked well and not soggy, and was not weighed down by too much cheese. I'd come back for another. There is plenty of room in this place, and like Le Moose, there are couches that give the illusion that hunching over your food is comfortable. Options are good. I just don't understand why they keep the water behind the counter where it is inaccessible unless you ask for it. The water cups are tiny.
(3)
Mikolo R.
Owned by my Thai peeps, so maybe I'm biased but this place is pretty good. Cute Thai decorated lounge area to sit and chat with girlfriends. Crepes average $7-8 each. Drinks are a bargain, esp considering that the Large size is 24oz. I ordered the pizza crepe, which was alright. My own fault for not reading the menu closely.... their savory crepes come with pesto sauce, and silly me expected marinara sauce in my crepe.
(4)
Sidney C.
The ingredients for the crepe were obviously all canned or pre-made. My crepe had a hole (was not properly made, should have been thrown away and a new one made if it failed). The taste just isn't quite there in terms of freshness and flavor. The service was a bit slow and not very helpful. Food: 2.25 Service: 2.5 Ambiance: 3 Decor: 4
(3)
jen c.
I had rated this place last year but I'm just so please with this place that I'm going to rate and review it again! I've seen the changes and growth since I started eating here. The decor and style of service has been upgraded. Rather than ordering at the front of the counter now, it's more restaurant style now where they seat you and come take your order, but don't fret. The atmosphere and service is just the same. Local, sweet and simple. Also even though i'm a starbucks stockholder, I really prefer the chai at Frodo's. It's done just right. Not too sweet and not water down. In fact, I had parked in front of a starbucks today thinking that I'd go get some coffee, but then i remembered Frodo was just around the corner so I decided to go there instead. I got a latte and for nearly the same price for a tall at starbucks, I get a grande here. Not only is that a good deal, it also tasted good! Plus, if you don't like or can't get used to the taste of Starbucks's coffee, definitely try the coffee at Frodos. Mocha and chai are really good here.
(4)
Alex L.
I agree with the other reviewers... the crepes here are extremely tasty! I usually order a custom crepe with shrimp, ham, and egg in it. They put pesto sauce on top and dee-lish! The ingredients are fresh and flavorful, the pesto sauce adds just the right flavor. I usually ask for fresh fruit on the side and it is well-prepared and unlike so many other places, it is not bland. This place gets an extra star from me for 2 reasons: 1) the decor - unique, fun, colorful, light, comfortable. 2) they are in Fremont. There is no reason to have food this tasty or have decor that is this unique - there is no competition in Fremont, but they did it anyway.
(5)
Seema V.
I came here after having a horrible lunch. This place is amazing. I ordered strawberry and chocolate crepe and Thai iced tea. Although I was full I could still eat the whole crepe since it was soo good. Thai iced tea is also very good. The crepe was a bit soft. I like it a bit crisp. But overall amazing food and good ambience.
(4)
Tiffany M.
Late Saturday Lunch: Classic Savory Crepe // side dish: Greek salad Chicken Pesto on Sourdough // side dish: Fruit salad Quite enjoyable. If we stayed to eat - we would've ordered a dessert crepe. Frodo Joe's is quite good. I've been to the one in San Lorenzo & Hayward and both satisfied my taste buds. Good job Frodo's....
(4)
Oscar G.
Nice place for a light breakfast. Came here with my wife while my son had surgery at Fremont surgery Center. Our waitress was kind and friendly. The decor is themed by stone work with an asian touch, and adds to the dining experience. We had the veggie crepe and the sausage pepperocini special crepe. The crepes were a bit dry. It would be nice if they added more pesto. For sides we tried pasta salad, which was a generous portion, and the steamed veggies with feta. A perfect place to eat at a time of stress.
(4)
Cycle G.
Wow - I've passed this place a million times but today I decided to go in on a whim. What a great little gem of a find in Fremont! The inside is nicely decorated and looks like it belongs more on University in Palo Alto. I had intended to just grab a quick coffee to-go, but ended up also ordering a crepe to go. I was a little skeptical of the crepe since my hubby and I have had awesome crepes in Quebec Canada. Although the crepes in Quebec are still better, this is the best place we've found in the Fremont area. I would have given them 5 stars, but the iced latte was weak. Considering Peet's is right around the corner, they should really improve in this area. Otherwise, I am definitely going back. $10 minimum for credit card charges.
(4)
Lily S.
Very cute place! Clean and and relaxing atmosphere, if you get there early for lunch. I was trying to get some breakfast at Sweet Tomatoes, next door, but found out that they only had breakfast foods on Sundays, not Saturdays. This place turned out to be a great Plan B! I had the spinach, mushroom, with cheese crepe and a soy (yeah, they had it) latte for around $10. Great deal and tasted waaaaay better than Moose's on Mowry! AND! No snotty-kids running around (like weekends at Sweet Tomatoes)!
(5)
glen o.
I've been looking for a good crepe place in Fremont and decided to try this place. The place looks very modern and very cozy so I got pretty excited as I looked over their extensive menu. I ordered the Classic Crepe and to my disappointment, the chicken was really gross. It tasted fake - like that stuff they use to make chicken nuggets. I was going to order a dessert crepe but I was too paranoid thinking that they would have fake chocolate in their Banana and Chocolate crepe. My friends enjoyed their meals so I guess its just the chicken that was gross. Wish I had ordered something else...
(2)
Erica M.
The chicken, mushroom,cheese,avacado crepe is delicious. The decor is nice. Very Zen like. Definatly coming back!
(5)
mitra g.
Ok...so why is this place called a Cafe? This is not what i would call a cafe. Its too nice to be a cafe and it doesn't serve good coffee. The coffee i ordered tasted instant! Crepe was good. i ordered the vegie with side of salad. Veggies were barely cooked which was nice and feta cheese was the good quality kind. The amount of food was very little. The crepe is small with a small salad on the side. i was hungry 2 hours after that meal. I spent almost $13 for that meal including tip. I think its too expensive for lunch, especially if you are just out to get a quick bite, maybe worth it if you're doing a 2 hour lunch with the girls! But be prepared to be hungry very very soon after!
(3)
Ami S.
I love this place. Thanks to Yelp, I discovered an amazing crepes place in Fremont. I had the mozzarella and avocado. The crepes take a while to prepare, but I didn't mind because it was worth the wait. The food is so fresh. They give you options for sides, so I had the pasta salad which was good as well. For the sweet crepe, my friends and I shared a nutella and strawberry crepe. The workers here are really nice. My friend cannot eat chocolate, so they just put nutella on one side of the crepe and gave us a side of caramel sauce. Really sweet of them to be so accommodating! I will definitely be coming back here soon!
(4)
Bonnie S.
I've never thought of eating at Frodo Joe's until I searched for 'crepes' on Yelp! Anyway, yum, this place is delicious! I had the veggie crepe with feta cheese, spinach and tomatoes. Their ingredients are obviously fresh which is a big plus. They added pesto too, which added even more flavor to the filling. Food was good. The interior is uniquely decorated too and spacious. Why 3 stars: Even though my crepe was tasty, it was on the smalle side and not filling. I also chose fruits for the side dish (either fruits, pasta salad, or soup) and they gave me 4 pieces of miniscule fruits: 1 piece of watermelon, cantaloupe, pineapple, honeydew each. I know I'm being picky, the fruit isn't the main dish, but it was disappointing. When I ate here with my friend, there weren't too many people yet, so we were one of the few tables. But the waitress was sooooo slow! Slow moving. She didn't really pay attention to us either...maybe they were understaffed that day.
(3)
Tom Y.
It is at the corner of a strip mall right next to the 24 Hour Fitness because I couldn't find any signs except one little one in the front. Its pretty aid back inside with plenty of tables, and the decor totally asian fusion. They have a pretty wide selection of crepes, and I therefore had to partake in one offcourse. I had a veggie crepe with spinach and other yummy freshness and i was really impressed with not only the freshness of the veggie but the fact they didn't over cook them. They did however screw up my pet peeve though, savory crepes = wheat crepes, and not some white thing crepe.
(4)
Susan Y.
Good standard crepes. The ambiance is cute, tranquil, casual but nice and upscale for a crepe place.
(4)
Kem K.
We ordered a lunch and dessert crepe. The dessert crepe was amazing (bananas and chocolate). The lunch crepe (veggie spicy crepe) was too spicy and salty. We give it 5 stars for the dessert crepe and two stars for the lunch crepe.
(3)
Phil B.
I love this place I know the cook fairly and she does one of a kind crepes. I love the club sandwich plus the service is awesome!!!!! I also like peach party soothies
(5)
Jolyn S.
This was my first visit to this place and I loved it! It beats most of the restaurants from the South Bay where I live. I had the Super Crepe with scrambled eggs, ham, and mozzarella cheese sans tomatoes with a side order of green salad. It was delicious! I was quite impressed with the upscale and trendy decor - even the restroom was done very tastefully. I highly recommend this place for a filling yet healthy lunch!
(5)
H H.
The former juice zone is unrecognizable now, beautiful new furniture, decor & super friendly staff. Great place when you simply can not eat yet another turkey sandwich or chipotle burrito, a crepe is a nice change of pace. They have Thai ice tea (one can ascertain from the lovely cushions & thai tea that the owners are actually Thai, confirmed when they went chatting up a storm with my spouse) which I love. Did not try the smoothie although a man there said he loved 'em. We had a shrimp pesto crepe & a Hawaiian (pineapple/ham) crepe for lunch with fresh fruit salad on the side and it was perfect. Really surprisingly filling but without the food coma feeling. Would be a great place to meet up with friends for a weekend brunch!
(5)
Harmony N.
Finally! A place in Fremont to get something satisfying, fresh, and tasty. I'm a big fan of the Classic Crepe with a side of fruit. On the 2 occasions I've been there so far, I've cleaned my plate each time. Also, the smoothies I've tried so far have been quite refreshing, not too icy. Eating there is nice, with a comfy, clean laid back setting. You could bring your mother there after church (nice decor) or stop by with some friends after the gym (self seat tables) - you'd feel just as comfortable. Service is pretty quick, and the staff are very nice. I'd recommend just eating there, a fresh cooked crepe with crispy edges is extra yummy.
(4)
Jennifer d.
It looks like Petit Cafe has new management. A little bird told me that they're going to start serving afternoon tea in a month or so. Looking forward to it!
(4)
Bobby K.
I ate here the other day and I was quite pleased. It's a small corner store combination coffee shop and crepe restaurant. The seating is extremely limited, but funky. You have a main dining area of mostly 2 person tables in the center, but by the door on a raised platform they have a few couches and coffee tables. Maybe it's intended for coffee drinkers, but they had no problems serving us there. I just wish my couch had a back to it. I ordered the seafood crepe and it was DEEEEE-licious. It had crab, shrimp bits, and mozzarella cheese. They also dribbled a tiny amount of pesto infused olive oil on the top that took the flavor from good but little boring to always interesting. I always though of crepes as light and fluffy, but I could not finish mine. Shame too because I was looking forward to trying the desert crepes too. Maybe next time I won't go there after eating a bagel first. The bathrooms are normally locked and you must ask for the key. They should put a sign on the door explaining this so you don't stand outside the door wondering if you need to call search and rescue to extract the previous occupant. They have a card file by the register full of 3x5 cards. You can put your name on a card, and every time you eat there, they stamp it. Buy 10 crepes, and get one free. Thankfully you don't need to carry the card with you all the time.
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Laura W.
I sure hope this place stays open because people in the tri-city area sure love their chain restaurants, and I hardly ever see anyone in here. (Of course, meanwhile the parking lot is totally full of Sweet Tomatoes patrons.) I've only been for dinner though, and I've heard it's busier during lunch hours. I love love love Frodo Joe's. My dad and I discovered it on a whim while trying to find dinner when my mom was staying in the hospital across the street. I will always remember that occasion clearly because we were both just so amazed by how delicious our meal was. And then we shared an apple cinnamon crepe for dessert, and our amazement continued. We've been back several times, and I've never had anything I didn't like. Their ingredients are always fresh and flavorful (the avocado and asparagus especially come to mind). At most restaurants I have a tendency to find a favorite dish and stick with it, but I've gotten something different every time I've been to this restaurant and honestly can't decide which I liked most. I even have a difficult time choosing between the greek salad or pasta salad for my side every time because they're both so good! And I love how every savory crepe comes standard with pesto on top. mmmmmm pesto! As others have mentioned, the decor inside is unique, and the water they give you with your meal tastes like no water you've had before. I'm not usually a cucumber fan, but I don't seem to mind it in my water at all. Yum yum yum!
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Jasmeet D.
The food was fresh ...the portion size was good ...but the food was bland ...zero points for taste ...
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Kelsey A.
My boyfriend just took me for a fun treat before work and i have to say they have the best crepes ever !
(5)
Jade M.
Just came here for dessert, and their food has improved. I just don't know if they changed owners. But this place serves great savory and dessert crepes. They have many selections of savory and dessert crepes ranging from $6 to $9. They renovated their place and the decor leaves potential customers mysterious, but the food speaks for itself. Their water is filled with orange, cucumber and lemon slices. I had to get a dessert crepe with strawberry, banana filled crepe, with rum caramel sauce, a scoop of ice cream and raspberry sauce. The crepe is really good, and this restaurant is great for groups, and inviting friends too. Customer service is good. The server was pleasant. 3 stars. Food is really good. Next time, I will order savory crepes. They also serve sandwiches, coffee, espresso, juice and smoothies. 4 stars. The decor, and the ambience. 4 stars.
(4)
Jello P.
This place is gorgeous, great ambiance and all, but not worth your appetite! The crepes are bland and portion size is too small. They're being cheap with their ingredients. My mom got the chicken and spinach crepe and she said there were not enough of either, she felt like she was just eating the batter. Same goes for my strawberry nutella crepe. The nutella was spread so thin that it was almost burned because there wasn't a sufficient amount of it, so my crepe was brittle and dry. Also, what's with everyone falling in love with that orange water?! It looks pretty, but it's NOTHING special. Lastly, they don't like it when you share your orders, because they expect each person to order their own meal and they won't give you friendly service if you do so. I was just sharing with my boy friend since we've never been there before and we just had dinner.
(2)
Douglas H.
Had breakfast hear on a Sunday morning. Beautiful, crispy crepes -- not the thick, doughy crepes that can be overwhelming. Food was good. Very unique little place. I'd go back.
(4)
L D.
Love this place! Clean and I always get my "spot". My husband refuses to eat at any other table. Really good food, fulfilling and fairly priced. They make fresh coffee here which is one of the main reasons i love coming here. It tastes like it was made for you! Nutella and Bannana Crepe is my favorite! Very cute decor might I add! :)
(5)
Alma G.
Great place to eat! I LOVE their 'Classic' crepe which comes with chicken, mushrooms, and mozzarella cheese. It's so flavorful. I've been here a couple times and have only gotten that particular crepe each time. The crepe plus its side dish always makes me full so I never have had a chance to do a dessert/sweet crepe yet. My only complaint is that they need more staff during their peak times. There is usually one person that makes the crepes and another person that takes the orders, cashiers, AND delivers the food to your table. I would suggest going in a bit earlier than planned during lunchtime so you're not starving by the time you get your food.
(4)
Reddy E.
Crispy crepes? No thank you.... I hate the taste of their crepes, too bland. I also do not like the customer service being super slow and never gets my order right. I much prefer crepes de art in hayward. Those heavenly crepes are nice, soft and chewy. Yumm.
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Rana A.
Came here for lunch on a weekend. The place was full, but not crowded. There is a clean, cozy atmosphere. Everyone's crepe was tasty, with flavorful ingredients and cooked properly. The drinks and desserts were also good and the portions were adequate. We'll be back again.
(4)
Maarten S.
My fiance and I tried this place today. We got the Frostee White Mocha and two savory crepes. The crepes were bland and doused in copious amounts of olive oil. We both left at least half of our crepe's on the plate and left feeling sick from the oil and grease. The white mocha frostee was very good, but highly recommend avoiding this place if you want to eat anything.
(1)
Joy C.
Great place to eat breakfast or brunch cheap food but very good food highly recommend
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Anna S.
When you walk into this place you'll notice right away the intimate decor of the cafe. I found it really simple and quaint. A cute place for dates. There are a lot of options to choose from the menu. They were all affordable and worth the price because the crepes were pretty big. We didnt expect the crepe to be big because we read a review earlier saying that the crepes were small but they were wrong. If we had known the size of the crepes we would have split the crepes. My friend ordered the strawberry and banana crepes and I ordered the pizza crepes. The total of the bill was only about $15. The only reason I didn't give this place 5 stars because I though the pizza crepes was a bit too salty and not that flavorful. All I needed was some sriracha sauce and it would have been delicious. But I will most definitely come back to this place. My friend and I could barely finish the crepes! It was worth it haha.
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Claire Y.
I "HEART" this crepe place!! =) The service was good and the staff were so nice. I ordered the classic crepe (chicken+mushroom+veggie+cheese) and a thai tea. They both taste delicious!!! So good I had it for brunch and dinner..ON THE SAME DAY!! lol.. Yah for Yum! 5 stars for Frodo Joe's!
(5)
C M.
My friend introduced us to this place and we all love it ! Yummy crepes , nice, clean spot , and the service is good as well. I have the biggest sweet tooth so I went with the one with strawberries and chocolate sauce . A couple of my friends had the spinach and cheese and they loved it .
(5)
Jason M.
This place looks pretty nice and would be a chill place to come kick it with some homies for a brunch. Unfortunately, my high protein diet prohibits me from partaking in any of the crepes today (boo, health consciousness) so I thought I'd order a cap and chill with a magazine. The cappuccino is fairly meh but I think it's sadly what people have come to expect when they order one (curse you, Starbucks!). Big cloud of stiff foam over flavorless espresso. Won't be getting coffee again here but I'll be back to scope the crepe situation!
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Kate N.
I love this place! I always find myself craving crepes more than usual so I go here. Usually the one in Fremont because it is closer to my boyfriend's house and we go together. The decor is comfortable and very "relaxing". I order the simple crepes but I have to say that the pesto sauce is AMAZING. Perfect! I get the ham and cheese crepe, simply because it tastes great with the pesto sauce. I have also tried the banana and chocolate crepe, huge portions of banana drowned in chocolate, yum! The ice cream portion is so-so but still good. Personally, i think they overpriced the prices for extra ice cream, 2.50 for a small scoop?! I can get more at baskin robbins. But I love this place, always a bright and relaxing place. Think crepes don't fill you up? Think again!!
(5)
Lindy P.
I love this place! I got the californian crepe. It was soo fresh, and the pesto sauce is yummmy. The side pasta tasted really fresh too, especially the cheese. The water had cucumer lemon etc in it and it came in very cute water vase thing. The waitress as nice and I love the decorations. I wanna try to sweet crepes next time!
(5)
Valerie F.
Local wonderful coffee shop and creperie!
(5)
Ross A.
This place is awesome. Creative crepe menu made with fresh ingredients and very tasty. Healthy, inexpensive food with great service.
(5)
Diana T.
It's nice to come home to Fremont and see better non-chain restaurants popping up in our strip malls. Frodo Joe's is a cute, well decorated cafe located in the Sweet Tomatoes complex. The lady working there that night was so so nice that her service deserves 5+ stars. As for the food, our party seemed to enjoy their respective crepes. They were tasty, filled with good quality ingredients and came with sides such as greek salad and cold pasta salad. For $6-8, I can't complain and the portions are generous. Then she made us our strawberry and nutella crepes a la mode and that sealed the deal. Definitely will visit this place again. Open till 8 pm weekdays.
(4)
Sang S.
Need better service. I did some research on their web prior to brunch visit on Sunday and tried to order Sunday special morning express but waitress simply responded "NO". Settled with crepe which was far short to my expectation.
(2)
My P.
First time in this place after driving by it for a long time. Met a gf for lunch. We split an avocado and bacon savory crepe that had mozzarella as well - dayum it was good! We also shared the chicken pesto sandwich which was tasty as well. And then why o why but we went ahead and had the blueberry chocolate crepe too. OK so she is prego and decided to order that last crepe but I had a few bites and had to roll myself outta here. Great decor - hadn't been in when it was a smoothie place or whatever it was before that so not sure if the tile and glass were already there but make a really nice atmosphere. The water with lemon, mint, orange, and cucumber was another nice touch, as are the rewards cards that they keep up front for you. Cute touches all around and yummy food - maybe it should be 4 1/2 stars but I wasn't so blown away that I would give it 5 but still a really, very nice, cute place with good food. I will be back!
(4)
Daphne T.
Hubby and I tried out Frodo Joe's last weekend and were so excited to find a locally owned place that we can have brunch at every weekend. JeJe (sp?) was friendly and the food was not fabulous but not bad. We appreciated the nice touches like comfortable seating and flavored ice water. JeJe was also welcoming and gave us lots of coupons at the end and encouraged us to come back with friends. True to our word, today we brought four additional guests with us for Sunday brunch (6 total). But I'm so sad to day that our experience was an unhappy one. Took a while to get our orders in and a long time to get our food, but I understand it's Sunday morning so that didn't really bother me... But things just went downhill. First off, I ordered coffee, but everyone else got their coffee except me (halfway into the meal, I note) and I had to ask our waitress about my coffee twice -- she never apologized or gave me any ETA. nada. I gave her the benefit of the doubt and assumed she didn't really speak English and thus barely acknowledged my followup requests for coffee other than to say "it's coming." Rude, but ok, I'll wait. I didn't get my coffee till we were done with our meal!!! The bill came out, which she gave to the only white man at the table (my brother-in-law). I took the bill, gave her my credit card and she came back and gave it back to my brother-in-law again. (There must be some sociologist who'd have a lot to say about that. I'm guessing she comes from a culture where white men pay for everything and Asian women just follow, but this was pretty irksome to me. Mind you, there were six adults at the table, and it's not like he was the one who asked for the bill.) Before I signed the credit card bill, I realized I had the coupons that JeJe had given me the weekend before. So I presented two of the coupons to redeem and the waitress said I can use them next time. ???!! Even if she had charged my card already, she could've easily reversed part of the charges. I hadn't submitted my tip add-on yet anyway. But this time she really was rude. I asked her if she was serious and she just walked away!! Wow. That's some balls. JeJe was behind the counter busily making crepes so I tried to get her attention to let her know about our disappointing experience, but she was tied up and barely looked up when we talked to her. I decided not to full-on pull her away from her cooking since she clearly had her hands full, so we eventually just left. We might be convinced to go back if they work out these kinks (i.e. get rid of any bad waitresses), but for now, there are other places to spend our money every weekend. We won't be coming back until we hear things have improved.
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Norm Y.
This location used to be a Juice Zone but Frodo Joe's recently moved in. It was rainy and pretty late & they had just opened for business recently so it was slow -- guess it'll take some time for the word to get out, but it was great for us since we had the whole place to ourselves. We had a nice chat with the owners and ends up they also have locations up in San Lorenzo and Hayward. I ordered the super crepe (i was craving eggs for some reason which this crepe had) and a hot chamomile tea. The tea came in a the hugest cup I've ever seen. I think the super crepe also came with tomatoes, ham, greens, and mozzarella cheese -- it definitely hit the spot. :) The side of fresh fruit was delicious as well. I'm looking forward to going back again and trying out more items from their menu (the have smoothies and sweet crepes as well).
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David S.
My boss and I stumbled upon this place after a business meeting and I was very pleasantly surprised with the food. I later brought my wife and our family friend with her two kids to this restaurant and they agreed with me! Altogether, we have tried the spicy veggie crepe, the zucchini and asparagus crepe, the Italian sausage and feta cheese crepe, and the banana and chocolate crepe. Nothing was left of any of them. As an added touch, the water pitchers they give you have orange and zucchini slices to give them a more refreshing taste and some pleasant color. For lunch I found their menu of newer additions more appealing than the other laminated menu, so make sure your server gives you one!
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Beverly F.
This is a hidden gem. I went here when they were really juice zone. I never thought to come here because if I am craving a smoothie I usually go to Jamba Juice of Roebeks. Anyhow, I stumbled upon this on yelp and decided to try it. When my hubby baby and I walked in the interior decor got a face lift. I was really impressed with the new decor. That Juice Zone sign does not do it any justice. Anyway, we ordered The Seafood Delight (Shrimp, crab, and mozzarella cheese) and my hubby had the Californian (Turkey, tomato, avocado, and added bacon to his crepe). The Seafood Delight was huge with a side of Greek salad. The salad was very fresh. It was good but I think I wasn't too much in a seafood mood. I will say this, the crab was fresh not that imitation stuff. I just wanted something healthy. But I am a true meat eater because my hubby's was "D"elicious. The bacon was big and crisp. Not the microwave bacon kind some places serve to save time. I also had the iced chai tea which had just the right taste. So, anyway I spoke to the waitress and asked how long it's been since they have taken over juice zone. She said for about a year. I asked about the sign and let her know I would have came in a long time ago if I had known you were a crepery. She said they will change the sign as soon as they have more money. So, come and give them more business people! I have also tried Le Moose and I think Le Petit Cafe is so much better. That place was so so for me. I only went there once and never came back. As, you can see I didn't write a review for them. Until I had someone else to compare them to in Fremont. I will be coming back to try their desert crepes. I love that this place is also very close to my home.
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Martin R.
Very nice crêperie! We've been twice after our Sunday workout the last couple of weeks. The interior is tastefully decorated giving the place a warm ambiance. We were seated quickly, and the service was good. The crepes were wonderful, and I've enjoyed the smoothies too. Maybe the best thing I can say is that we'll be regulars. In fact,were going there for my birthday in a couple of days for dinner. Were looking forward to trying the dessert crepes!
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Chun H.
The sandwich was average but I do like they let you choose the side, either salad, fruits or pasta. My wife ordered the crepe and she said that it is little bid too hard. The food was prepared very fast and I do like the atmosphere, very comfortable. Maybe I will try something else next time. I recommend going there little bit early than noon because there were a lot of people coming at that time.
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Lily Y.
Great crepes. Dissappointing service. It's still my favorite place to get brunch in Fremont because of the food. However I don't think the wait staff have the right personalities to be servers. The one waitress always see on weekends is too passive. She does not volunteer information that should have been relevant to what we were ordering, and often I have to walk up to the counter if I wanted additional items. Specific complaints: The espresso machine has been broken for months. I think they should have crossed out the chai tea latte from their menu if it is going to be unavailable for this long. One desert crepe was listed and pictured on the menu as comes with a scoop of ice cream. It arrived at the table without the scoop of ice cream. When I asked the waitress if I could have a scoop of ice cream, thinking maybe it was not included in the price, she then informed me that the refrigerator was broken that day so all the ice cream melted. I would have liked to know that when the order was placed. Still love the crepes. Still love the ambiance. But I really think they would do better with no table service than the reluctant version.
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Elaine Y.
pro: good thai iced tea, cute decore con: classic crepe was a little bland, could have used more pesto club sandwich was a bit greasy and needed more flavor as well
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Melissa N.
cheap, service is great food is awesome!!!! love love love the soy blended ice mocha frap things- both their locations are cool- this one has an awesome decor-!
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Maira M.
Cute, inexpensive, and have a good vegetarian menu! Yay. I also love that they have a stamp card system.
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Jessica A.
This place has pretty good crepes although I have only tried one, the classic crepe with chicken, mushroom, cheese, and spinach. It's pretty tasty and it's a generous portion. I've also tried their tuna sandwich which I did not like very much. Other than that, the ladies are nice and I will come here again every now and then.
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Pika C.
I just went here last week. At first I was a little disappointed bc the sign at the top said "juice zone". I feel like if you're going to have a business, at least put your business name above your business!! But when I went inside, it was really nice. The furniture and decorations were all very cute. So far, I've tried the cheese bacon, hawaiian, and strawberry crepes. The cheese bacon crepe is sooo good. I highly recommend that one as well as the strawberry crepes for dessert! The service is really good as well. They're really nice and even gave me a little stamp card!
(4)
Alisha V.
Went here today for brunch because of the great reviews here. All the produce was very fresh, pretty, and tasty. My family shared an original, pizza, and strawberry-banana crepe, as well as a BLT. All the crepes were crispier than I had ever eaten. Not bad, just not what was expected. Both the original and pizza could have used more sauce - both were very dry. More pesto on the original, and it would have been nice to have a red pizza sauce on the pizza crepe. The BLT was sub-par, the bacon was the very thin sliced already been cooked kind you just nook in the microwave for a few seconds. Nothing to write home about. The strawberry banana crepe was the best - again probably because it came with plenty of creamy delicious sauce. The problem with this place is its service. My husband ordered and wasn't given a receipt. So, when we weren't given the 3 bottled waters, and sandwich he had paid for there was a dispute. We never got the bottled water or club sandwich which they claim we never paid for. Hmmm. Other customer were complaining as well about how confused the person taking the orders was. Apparently there order was screwed up too. They need a more experienced person running the cash register, and taking orders. Also, it was kind of confusing - do you go and pick up your crepe when it's done from the counter, or is it brought to your table??? Some customers were waiting for delivery, but since things were running kinda slow others went and grabbed theirs. A little more clear communication with their customers might help. Overall: Very fresh but lacking in something: sauce??? Horrible service Comfortable, clean, beautiful atmosphere (great music too!) Will probably give it another try, see if maybe their order taker was just a bit green.
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Mike C.
The food is excellent - cheap actually for what you get. However - they seem to dislike children. I've noticed the service goes from average to below whenever children are present. Also, they have 1 (one/ichi/uno/echad) high chair for the entire restaurant - so bring your own.
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Grace M.
Went for the first time with friends last Spring. Since then, we revisited several times and all seemed good. However, the last two times we have now visited, the placed SMELLED! The first time smelled like a dirty diaper. We dismissed it and tried again. Unfortunately, the next time we went, there was a STRONG urine odor and no one seemed to do anything to clean it up. Our family was grossed out and left extremely disappointed.
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S G.
I work a block away and am ecstatic to FINALLY have found a great lunch place! My coworkers and I love this place. I have only had their Classic crepe (roasted chicken breast, spinach, mushrooms, and mozarella cheese) and honestly cannot ask for a better tasting, more perfectly cooked, crepe. The crepe texture is a lovely mix of soft-chewiness on the inside and crispiness on the outside, and I love the subtle pesto drizzle on top. It is almost nearly on par with the savory crepes I have had in Paris. Seriously. Their salads and sandwiches look delectable, although I have not had a chance to try them yet, as I always get tempted by the Classic savory crepe. Their service is efficient and friendly. I really hope that others will try this place, as it really is a gem, particularly for an area dominated by mediocre chain restaurants.
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Chevon H.
this place has the BEST crepes ever....i ordered one of the savory crepes for dinner...i think it was the shrimp and bacon. then had a strawberry banana dessert crepe to go...both wer deeeeelish. reasonably priced, large portions, friendly staff, fast service, and cute decorations. they get an "A" in my book. i'll be back.
(5)
Dee M.
Yummy and not expensive...Have eaten here twice and will be returning for more great crepes!
(5)
Andrew S.
I went to this place on a whim this afternoon and was very impressed. It's a fast-casual style place with great interior decor. The two ladies were polite in taking my order and my food arrive ok fast. I got the club sandwich and was shocked at how good it looked and tasted. They definitely load this sandwich up with everything. Very home-style. I highly recommend this place.
(5)
Pratap S.
Great crepes. The Tuscany was good. They use a nice pesto sauce in most of the crepes. The place is also done very well from the inside. The service can be a little slow at times as they can only make one crepe at a time. They have some good vegetarian choices.
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JJ M.
This place has the most delicous crepes, hands down! My sister and I went to Frodo Joe's and split a savory crepe and dessert crepe. The pesto sauce is delicious on their savory crepes and you've got to try the mixed berry crepe with a scoop of ice cream. The portions were filling and everything was sooo unbelievably delicious. Their crepe batter is just right...and the price is very affordable! The ladies working that night were really nice and accomodating. They didn't put up a stink because we were splitting. They gave us five star treatment all the way. I would highly recommend this place for an early dinner or a tasty weekend breakfast/brunch! .
(5)
Meghan F.
You might just walk past this place if you didn't know about it...but stop in!! This place is great. It has sort of an odd funky almost loungey club type atmosphere but the food is great! The water has all sorts of cucumber, mint, and lemon slices in it...I love little delicious details like that at restaurants!! The crepes are amazing and generously sized. My boyfriend and I often go, we order one savory crepe and one sweet crepe and then share....it is perfect!! Plus, the coffee is AMAZING!!!!
(5)
Matt Z.
Very spacious inside. Some type of Asian themed interior, big comfy chairs, mello tunes, couches! I tried the iced chai... It was really good. Not too much of anything very well balanced drink. Along side I had the chocolate banana crepe. Also delicious. My girls iced tea was the bomb too. I found a new sweet spot in Fremont. Suhweet.
(4)
Chris S.
I'm going to make it short and powerful. This place is rock, Nice ambiance. Once they put the wireless network, this place going to be my new hang out place for a coffee and crapes, smoothy also nice.
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Soleil R.
I love love love this place. The food is delicious. Veggies are crispy and juicy. Crepes are incredible. I love the food. Banana chocolate crepe is the best sweet crepe and the asparagus,tomato and feta cheese crepe is the best savory crepe. I've been trying other things on the menu... I've found a few "ok" in flavor, probably could've had more filling. The restaurant is very comfy and mod. I love it. There is even a small lounge area with couches... they really should consider having a lounge evening on Saturday nights (have dj play r&b or jazzy music). It can really turn up the notch with mature guests looking for an easy-going evening rather than a routy nightclub. PLEASE CONSIDER THIS, OWNERS! Also- as a guest, you will notice that the waitresses speak in a very low voice and hard to understand. This is my observation and other friends have noticed also. It can be annoying when it comes to ordering your food correctly. I still do recommend this restaurant. The food and atmosphere is awesome. Hopefully the owners will take into consideration how their customers feel...
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Scott W.
Delicious. Cute atmosphere. buffalo crepe is great. Such a nice eatery option here in Fremont. This is the type of small business that we in Fremont should be supporting. Finally something besides Mexican Chinese and Big Chain restaurants.
The decor is nice. They have a main eating area, and a little lounge like area where you can drink coffee and feel like you're relaxing in a living room and watch the view outside (ok its a view of a parking lot, but its alright). I wanted to get a chai latte but they said their espresso machine was broken so that sucked. A "cafe" should have a backup espresso machine. Their thai iced tea is alright, not as strong as I would like but fine. The staff seem friendly and nice. I'd go back to try the crepes that other reviewer's liked.
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Chris N.
Good atmosphere, nice set up, good drinks... Mediocre food, service not that great. Crepes de art in Hayward is quicker, a hell of a lot friendlier, food is bigger and better.
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marlo b.
The crepes were extremely savory.We left full and satisfied. The smoothies were great and highly recommended.great portion sizes and cheap prices.
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Lupe P.
Just want to UPDATE my review of last month: Food server tends to "rush" guests, watching like a hawk for that last bite. Watch out: she'll whisk your plate away just as you chew your last mouth full. STRONGLY suggest that food server 'chill' a bit and allow guests to relax and enjoy the delicious food. Heard other people making the same comment ... given the fact that there were several empty tables available for incoming customers.
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Adam M.
I used to go to Frodo's in San Lorenzo and haven't made it to their Hayward location yet. They are very friendly, have great quality, and it's starting to get that fun coffee shop experience to. I'm very glad they have a Fremont location now. Full five star experience now. Go check them out.
(5)
Jah B.
This place is always packed during lunch so I figured I would give it a try. On the outside it looks like an ordinary cafe but inside it was very cute and modern. We were seated very quickly and brought some water that was infused with lemons (very refereshing). The waitstaff was pretty attentive and friendly but the best part was that the food was awesome!! I wasn't sure what to expect especially since I hadn't tried crepes before, especially the non-dessert kind, they were yummy, and after eating every last bite I felt satisfied but not super full and even better I didnt feel like I piggy after eating here, the crepes were light and fresh and a nice change from the norm. I will definetly eat here again and I recommend you do the same!
(5)
G A.
Loved the interior - very chic. The cucumber-mint-citrus water at the table is a nice touch. My strawberry-banana crepe was good. So, why the low rating? I would have given this a better review, except....my husband's sandwich was served to him on moldy bread. Big green mold spores right there on the bread crust. He sent it back, they replaced it, but our confidence in the freshness of the ingredients was shot. Too bad. I was really hoping to find a new place to add to my breakfast rotation.
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kd w.
What kind of quantity is this? We JUST bought it . Paying $8-$9 and getting such a small quantity is unacceptable
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Geoleen N.
I ordered the half and half crepe and tried to eat it but the crab inside it smelled and tasted of ammonia. Watch out, other items might be good but I lost my appetite to eat.
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DJ D.
I give it an ok. Food quality is great. The owner is the one cooking and creating the masterpieces. Good food, nicely presented and a pretty place to eat. What I don't like is the server. I ordered to go and she was unfriendly but was good at talking about what she likes there. I requested something and she replied back with an "I know" then went on with what she was doing. She didn't give the person direction that was preparing our food and of course we didn't get what we wanted. I wanted fruit instead of a green salad and I got a green salad. I wanted the crepe prepared a little different but not strange and didn't get it. What is more disturbing is that the server was more concerned about her tip. I was ordering to go and she made darn sure that I got her point that I needed to leave a tip for one meal on my credit card bill. She held onto my credit card before I said something about paying her a tip. In the end I told her that I'm not tipping her because of her attitude and no customer concern. The owner did come out and apologize for the servers behavior. I will only return IF she isn't working that day. It does beat the grumpy crepe stand people at the farmers market on Sundays by the mall.
(3)
Gabriel C.
Just finished a meal here. My goodness, the Bangkok, which is a savory crepe made of chicken, rice, and ref curry is soo good! Particularly the red curry. I like how it is a little sweet. It definitely hit the spot as I was very hungry and the sides, which was fruit in this case was a nice touch. You can choose also from a greek salad, steamed veggies, or pasta. The service was great as well as the ambience and decor. I really liked how they gave me a while pitcher of chilled lemon cucumber water, especially since I drink a lot of water. Price is reasonable at 8.95 for the crepe meal. The only negative is that the cushioned seating I was sitting at along the edges is too high for the table for me. I'm not that tall, 5'9.5" and I feel like I'm leaning down and hunched over a bit eating my meal.
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Kevin L.
Went here for breakfast with my wife and we ordered 1 savory crepe (classic) and 1 dessert crepe (customized strawberry banana chocolate with side scoop of ice cream). Both were super delicious. Flavor wasn't too strong nor overwhelming. I also enjoyed the pleasant service and it's quiet atmosphere. Parking was easy as well. I've been coming here for years now, and I recommend to others.
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Bevi K.
I was pleasantly surprised by Frodo Joe's cafe. I'm a Fremont native, but never tried, and I got to say, I was missing out. They have a abundance of flavors of crepes, both savory and sweet. the staff is very nice, the prices are great, and the decor is nice. The service was fast even though they were fairly booked and it looked like their drinks were plentiful. I'll want to again and explore more of the menu. I had the veggie spicy crepe which wasn't so spicy, but had good flavor. Also tried the chocolate and banana dessert crepe which came with oreo cookie ice cream which was delicious.
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Marco C.
Terrible, my Italian crepes had cheap Italian sausage like a cheap pizzeria type, my wife order shrimp, bacon it was real good, I think they have a big in inventory and the food is stale and old in the jar
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Tara Aimee T.
Let me start off by saying that I'm not much of a crepe person. I don't know what it is about crepes, maybe it's the pancake feel? I've had crepes several times - not quite in the double digits though. I've been to this place twice now, today being the second time. The first time I came here, I got a desert crepe - though I don't remember which it was now. It was in the afternoon and a few friends of mine had brought me here. I didn't know what to expect, but I enjoyed it. It was tasty and it wasn't too sweet. Today, I got the Classic Crepe with pesto sauce and pasta on the side. I also got a Thai Iced Tea to sip on as I wait for the order to come out. This was all Takeout so I was secretly hoping that it wouldn't get soggy on my way home. The tea: delicious. Probably the best I've had in a while. I try Thai Iced Tea in many places, but I'm often disappointed because it's too watery, too sweet, not sweet enough, etc. I was very satisfied with the first sip that I took, and it also came in a larger container than I expected. The crepe itself was great. I'm not one for savory crepes when I do happen to get crepes. It wasn't soggy when I got home which also made me happy. The chicken wasn't dry like I've experienced before, so I was surprised - in a good way. The pasta on the side wasn't too hard or too soft either. This place in general has a nice feel to it. It's kind of intimate. My dad said that it's like an "Asian Starbucks" because they also have a place for you to wait and sit on the left when you come in. It's very cozy. However, both the times I've been here, there weren't many, if any, people at all. Today I went in the morning, before I came in the afternoon. This might be because of all the other restaurants in the area, or maybe because I've come at weird times. Either way, I don't mind because the food comes quick, but it also comes with quality. The proportions were good enough for me, the food quality was great, and the Thai iced tea is definitely something I'll come back for.
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Christine H.
What a beautiful place+good crepes (a variety-from meal crepes to dessert crepes). First off, the layout was really pretty! Secondly, the crepes were pretty good (I wish they had given a bigger crepe-maybe I'm just greedy?) The Maui Hawaii Crepe that I tried was tasty BUT the shrimps were mini-shrimps, and there weren't enough pineapples or ham (there was a good amount of rice though). The dessert crepes were good as well but I would've appreciated more fruits inside the crepe rather than scattered on top of it. $9 for a crepe with a side-not bad!
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Chaz N.
Crepes were great but that was the only thing that would bring me back. This establishment lacked service and the staff was very disorganized except for one gentleman who was great help. Hopefully my next experience here will be better.
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Shiela T.
Been coming to this place for years - surprised that I hadn't written a review before (or have I?). This place serves the best crepes in Fremont & I love the atmosphere here. It's got a lounge type feel to it but provides a sense of comfortability that suits all people. Actually, it reminds me more of a hotel lounge for some reason. What I love most is that when you order a cup of coffee - it's served in a mug the size of a cereal bowl! Good service here & I hope this place stays around for years! It's one of my favorites.
(5)
Celia K.
4 stars for the food. The strawberry cheesecake crepe was so good. Unlike other creperies, they make their crepes perfectly crispy. It kind of reminds me of the ones at Genki in SF, so now I can just come here for my crepe fix! I would love to come back again to try the other crepes and perhaps a savory one. 3 stars for the service. We came in at 10:30am on a Tuesday, and they were out of chocolate sauce, which is an ingredient in about 40% of their crepes. We asked if they could use their mocha sauce instead of chocolate sauce, but they said they were out of that, too. That eliminated about 60% of our choices. We also ordered coffee, and my cup came with an obvious lipstick stain on the rim. Luckily, the crepe was good enough to draw me back again to this place.
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Tiffany L.
This is actually one of my favorite places in Fremont. The interior is really cute and clean, and I specifically like their cucumber/lemon/mint infused water haha. Their crepes are a perfect portion for me and the savory ones come with a side of either salad, pasta, or fruit. The sweet ones come with vanilla ice cream! For better value (more food and slightly lower price), I think Le Moose across town wins, but it's always way too much food for me, and I prefer the interior of this restaurant. In addition to both sweet and savory crepes, there are also special fusion crepes, but I haven't tried those. I think the ratio of filling to crepe here is spot on. There are also sandwiches if you aren't feeling like crepes, but it's a crepe place so...Sometimes they also give a buy 2 get 1 free coupon with your purchase for next time!
(4)
Serena C.
Very slow service for a not so busy cafe...at least not when we came in. We were seated right away but had to wait about 10mins before we were able to put our order in. I actually had to wave down someone to get their attention. Food wise, I ordered the Singapore speciality crepe. It said fresh egg, crab, rice, and hot sauce. I barely had any egg. The crab was very fishy. I was able to smell it as soon as I cut open the crepe. The hot sauce had a sweet side to it kind of like the lumpia sauce. There wasn't much flavor. The hot sauce really overpowered everything. My fiance ordered the pizza crepe. He seem to enjoy it. He also ordered a smoothie and it wasn't quite smooth. There was a lot of separation in the drink so I can only assume they used water instead of milk or yogurt. There were two waitresses and one cook. Everything seem very scattered and the two waitresses looked like they were struggling with their tables. Be aware for a little bit of a wait. If you're in a hurry, I suggest ordering ahead as in to go.
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Love L.
This is the perfect spot to chill, enjoy good music and yummy crepes! The service was excellent and so was the food, so I will definitely come back!!
(4)
Marsha H.
Like their dessert crepes! I had fruits and chocolate one! YUM
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Aivy C.
I normally venture out to Berkeley and Oakland for crepes so I was pretty intrigued to hear about this cute, cozy spot about 10 minutes from my house. I wanted to love it. Here is what I liked: - ambience - proximity to home - whatever crepes my friends ordered (I should have gone with my first instinct - ALWAYS stick with the "classic") - really large sizes for their iced drinks (we had white mocha and thai tea). Annnnnnd what I didn't: - my crepe (Bangkok - I think it's really weird that they had chicken and rice inside the crepe with the red curry sauce on the side. Might have been better to put everything inside the crepe so it wouldn't have been as dry) - careless mistakes, such as bringing a regular white mocha when we clearly said iced, then bringing an iced one - and then seeing a charge for TWO on the receipt. Better believe I took care of that right quick - our server. If you are going to lean that close to people, at least try not to have ass breath. - microwaved bacon. C'MON, SON Prices are pretty cheap, and I would consider coming back and trying other crepes to give it a fair chance, but I will definitely still continue to venture out to the further East Bay for my major crêperie needs.
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Sonny W.
Not a crepe person so I decided to be neutral. I went with the international crepe called the Santorini 95; wifey got the Scandana vian, and the kids got a good ole regular choco banana crepe. The choco banana crepe from the desert menu seems pretty good. My Santorini was a bit salty (I guess it's the fish) so that's why I have to reserve judgement. I note that the service was a bit light--seems they had one waitress until someone else came. Our waitress seem inexperienced--for example, brought the order from another table over to us. She also missed a coffee ordered by a friend; also brought an extra choco banana crepe. We checked and luckily the bill was correct. Just a minor point--not too kid friendly as they don't seem to have crayons. Portions also in general are small and not filling.... So I'm gonna give them 3 stars. Novelty and different, but service and portion could be better.
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Abby S.
Great food and service! I came for breakfast and tried the mozzarella avocado crepe, which was flavorful and filling. I thought it was a bit strange that they didn't have any sides besides pasta salad in the morning, though. Soy latte was okay. Our server was really nice and attentive, and the overall ambiance of the cafe was so cute. I can definitely see myself coming back here to study!
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Angel T.
I work close by so this a convenient place for lunch or coffee. What I like best about them is how they remember you and try to connect to what you like. I rarely have to say what I want when I go in for coffee. Down to the number of sugar packs I use. It's hard to compete as a small business so building that relationship is so important. They have a great selection of crepes and have pulled together a charming environment that helps me escape when work gets a little bit crazy.
(5)
may d.
Yummy brunch place! We usually go here for brunches with my friends. Either the dessert crepes or savory crepes is good. My fave is the banana and strawberry with nutella. Nice and cozy place too. Perfect for catching up with friends. For savory crepes the one with chicken and pesto is very good!
(5)
Chan Chan T.
Took my mom here for Mother's Day and it was pretty full. The waitress said it would take about 25-30 minutes for a table, but it was really 15 minutes. Once we got seated, we waited another 10 minutes for the menu, 10 minutes to order, and 5 minutes for water. I understand it is busy, but that was a ridiculous amount of time. They needed more waiters since it is Mother's Day. The food came out about 30 minutes later. The savory and dessert crepes were okay. I had the cheese bacon crepe and it was tasty, but I wished there was more pesto to go with it. I also shared a club sandwich with my mom and it was nothing special. It is something I could make at home. At the end of our meal, my brother ordered a Strawberry Cheesecake crepe. He didn't see or taste any cheesecake in the crepe. Overall, I thought the food was okay. I wouldn't go out of my way to come here.If I was in the area, I may stop by and try something else on the menu.
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Stawan K.
Gray place to eat any kind of crepe that you would have imagined or wanted to eat. The good part is that one does not get any other option than crepe so end up sampling different crepes and one can't go wrong Service is decent though a bit laid back and slow. Good place for breakfast or brunch. They open early in the morning.
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Angela S.
We'd been wanting to try this place forever and finally came here for lunch. Service was terrible. We waited an hour for our food and they weren't that busy. I'm pretty sure our order got lost or forgotten. They had one guy behind the counter making ALL the food and he certainly wasn't in any hurry. Food was good, but not worth the wait. They didn't offer any discount for the long wait and when we asked for one, the waitress said she wasn't the boss so she couldn't offer that. Really disappointing.
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Sheena D.
I've come here a couple times now. Both times, I was seriously in the mood for crepes. The first time I tried the dessert crepe and the second time, the savory. In both cases, the crepes satisfied the craving but never gave me that extra mile feel. The dessert crepe was ok. It's an extra 1.50 for the ice cream scoop. For the ingredients they use, it seems adding an ice cream scoop wouldn't be a stretch. it was a little dry without the ice cream so it seems a prerequisite to add it. The savory crepe was ok. I got the spicy veggie one. It was cheesy and had good ingredients but this was also very dry. I feel like it needed some sauce on it. OH, and though it says that all savory crepes come with pesto on the side, i had no pesto on the side. The pasta salad they gave on the side was a VERY SMALL portion. It was decent but I felt the pesto could have used a teaspoon more olive oil. It also felt a little undercooked for my taste. It was tough to chew. I don't think I'd come back, especially since there are much better crepe places in Fremont.
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joanne ivy c.
Came here with a friend one morning because it was empty and wanted to go someplace quiet. I'm not much of a crepe person but their breakfast crepes are delicious. Service was good and food came out fast. They also serve fruit Bellinis.
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Dee Dee L.
I have been to this cafe numerous times but never yelped it. Today was another one of those days where I felt like a nice light lunch. The crepes here, both sweet and savory, are always very good. This can be a quiet "I want to work alone" moment or a nice hang out with girlfriends. Coming into the front door to the left is a small lounge area if you just want coffee and dessert. The main dining room has very beautiful and comfortable chairs. Colors are warm and welcoming. Average ticket is not more than $30 for two people. This particular day, I was waited on my a young man that seems to be relatively new. He was exceptional. A little shy at first but was very attentive though out the entire meal. Although wan not looking for a culinary experience, I walked out feeling great that there will soon be another great server. As for the bathroom, it's pretty ho hum. Over all, this is one of my regulars. Check it out. Until next time..ciao.
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Mayur S.
Pathetic services... Very confused staff... No coordination at all. We came here for lunch and it took an eternity to bring us our food even though there were only few tables occupied. They gave nonveg food even when we ordered veg, when asked for replacement they didn't inform the cook. we have to remind them after 45 mins for the same, other servers had no idea of it... The salad which they serve were having fused leaves...very bad Overall crap services for crepe..
(1)
Lawrence C.
This is my favorite restaurant in the area!
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Tweety666nz Y.
Must be give 5 stars, really really good food and really nice service, and reasonable price, perfect place for brunch!
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Scott T.
Came here for the first time for a brunch/lunch for Mother's Day. Food: I ordered the Ham & Cheese Savory Crepe and after eating it, I can confirm that the statement written on the menu "Exactly as it sounds" is in fact true. Nothing about it was worth the cost. Perhaps being more generous with the pesto sauce would had been nice. For dessert, we ordered a Strawberry "Cheesecake" Dessert Crepe. Though the strawberry flavor and the crispiness of the crepe was on point, it lacked a major taste of cheesecake. Service: Being more lenient since it was Mother's Day and how busy it was, I wished they had been more attentive. If there was to be a 30 minute wait, at least write our name down so we can go walk about without losing our spot. Once seated, 10 minutes to get a menu, 10 minutes to order, another 5 mins for water, and food came about 30-35 mins later. But the service given by the second waitress was better since she seemed more approachable. As bad as it had seemed, if I'm ever in a mood to try new some new crepes and Crepevine or any other crepe place is out of reach, I would revisit but perhaps after 12pm since the influx of people died down quite quickly.
This place has really food crepes. They have crispy edges and I enjoy both savory and sweet. It is always clean and the services is always friendly. Their lattes are ok and smoothies. Not sure if they use the freshest and local ingredients. Seems a bit packaged. But overall a good place to grab a bite to eat. It has always been kid friendly with my girls. But it can't get a 5 as it is in a mall setting next to Raley's and 24 Hour Fitness. Sigh. That is what you get in Fremont.
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Parminder Nayyar C.
Yayyy!! Awesome crepes! I was never a great fan of crepes till I had one here! We were around 8 people planning to have brunch and one suggested this place and I feel sooo lucky to have found this cafe! I ordred the Veggie Spicy Crepe, got chicken and avacado added to it and replaced the cheese by feta cheese. The crepe was soo good! Crispy, flavorful, yumm! The pineapple in the crepe was going really well with the other ingredients! The crepe was decorated with the pesto sauce which was yum! My friends ordered for Buffalo crepe and Caravan Crepe and they were all a fan like me :) The spicy Pesto sauce was awesome awesome! Each one of us asked for extra Pesto sauce ;) Then came the round for the Dessert crepes. I had heard all praises for the Fresh Mango Crepe and we decided to share the Fresh Mango Crepe and the Mixed Berries Crepe. We loved loved loved the Mango Crepe, the presentation was soo yum and the taste even better, infact best :D ! The Mixed Berries crepe was good too, but with Mango Crepe in sight, it lost its delight.. hehe! We were still not satisfied and ordered another round of Mango Crepes for each one of us! Oh we were soooo full! Awesome Brunch we all had! :D I would have given 5 stars, but the material they put in the dessert crepes kept decreasing as our orders increased.. Dunno why.. Also, on the sides we liked pasta salad, the fruits on the side were too less, so I would recommend to get the pasta salad instead.
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Neil R.
I was introduced to this place by one of my friends. Been a fan ever since. Most of their crepes are pretty well done and awesomely tasty. I adore the seafood crepe with fruit on the side. And their HUGE cups of coffee. Nice. Also tried their Super and Califirnian crepe and they dont disappoint. I like their location as well... right by the 24 hour fitness... soo after you burn all those naughty calories. This place is quite the delight. Staff could use a little attitude adjustment. And when I say staff I am talking about ONE particular server (asian girl)... she should smile more often and become more personable. Both are free! Owner is super sweet, cute smile and very umm helpful. Enjoy peeps!
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David L.
This has become our favorite restaurant in recent months. The crepe itself is light and somewhat crispy, but with nice subtle flavor. My favorite meat-based entree crepes are the super, Californian, caravan and buffalo. They put a good amount of sausage, ham, eggs, etc. without it being heavy or greasy. My wife loves the cheesy spinach crepe. For dessert, I go for the fresh strawberries crepe, which has some chocolate but mostly strawberries. My wife swears by the espresso brownie. Both come with a scoop of ice cream. Good, fast service and consistent quality food. We keep coming back.
(5)
C L.
I have to say I adore this place. Lived here all my life, passed by countless times. Now I regret mot yelping it way sooner. In my defense though the outside does not prepare you for how nice it is inside. The food is so good, the service is prompt and friendly. I really love this place. If you love savory crepes, this is the place to go.
(5)
Michael H.
Here lie the remains of Juice Zone... ...And no free WiFi!... So I Yelped up a juice bar with wifi and was surprised at not finding many; I did however find Juice Zone. Parking in the private lot shared by other plaza business, the Juice Zone Sign is fairly easy to see from the street. Walking up to the door I found a contradictory circular sign with "Frodo Joe's" and a picture of a pug mascot. Huh? Did this place change hands? Walking into the 50 person juice joint, I found that there were a bunch of paper menus pasted over other menus. In addition to smoothies, they have a wide selection of sweet and savory crepes. Thirsty and hungry, I didn't really care if it was a "zone" or hobbit-infested hole -- FEED ME. I ordered a cheesy spinach crepe ($5.25) and a "silicon" smoothie ($3.25-16oz). A bit on the pricey side, but everything is rising in costs these days. Server was nice enough and carried a warm smile. They even bring your food to your table. Waiting in the empty cafe was not a strong indicator of the customer following. All their chairs have "Juice Zone" logo cutouts in them. This really through my head for a loop. I had to look back at the front window to remind myself of the brand. The "silicon" smoothie comes in a clear plastic lidded cup with a red straw. "Silicon" is really bad title, but the ingredients sounded good enough: mango juice, peach, banana, and lemon sorbet. The smoothie is fine. It seems like it needs a bit more blending. I'm also not a huge fan of ice crystals in my smoothies. Overall forgettable. The crepe is served on a huge plate! The portions aren't that big, just the actual plate is huge. It's like they found a discus plate in an field and decided to serve my food on it. This makes the portions look oddly small even though they are a decent portion size. My cheesy spinach crepe was supposedly served with spinach, mushrooms, and mozzarella cheese. But the mozzarella cheese was obviously replaced with an American cheese. I didn't really mind, but the mozzarella did sound good, hence failed expectations. The mushrooms were a bit on the uncooked side. I could have gone for more spinach and less cheese. Making for an odd presentation is the green pesto that is drizzled over the top of the crepe. I kinda looks like ET coughed on my crepe. With all the cheese and pesto, the dish turns into an oily mess. The crepe sleeve itself is rather tasty. Savory crepes come with your choice of pasta salad or fruit cup. I chose pasta salad. It's your standard pasta salad. Fusilli pasta drizzled in a little oil mixed in with some sliced black olives and red peppers. On the bland side -- could have used more salt and pepper. One last comment -- the silverware is very awkward. While a metal fork and knife is appreciated, these look like they were actually stolen from a hobbit! Similar to the curled tail of the Juice Zone logo, these utensils have curled ends. The neck of the knife and fork are too skinny as well. Controlling these two metal oddities wasn't comfortable but rather an inconvenient annoyance. ___ Could Juice Zone be worst than this place? I'll never know. Frodo Joes is just okay place for crepes. I'd stay away from the smoothies. The cafe atmosphere is lacking a lot of character and the branding really needs a total overhaul. If you're visiting the nearby gym, you'll most likely be coming here for a quick pick me up -- hopefully you won't rely on it.
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Irina S.
I would give this place a 3 stars for the food and 4 for the decor/ambiance. 3.5 average but I did come to this place to eat, after all, so I rounded down. I met some girlfriends there for a brunch date; one of them called ahead for a reservations. There aren't too many tables in there so I would highly recommend doing that. For being in a strip mall, the place is surprisingly cute and fancy inside. Everyone there seemed to be really enjoying themselves. Now onto the food...My girlfriends and I all ordered crepes. It was a pretty hard decision between the savory and dessert ones so we decided that we would all order and share. I went with the supreme savory crepe (scrambled eggs, ham, tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese), one friend got the chocolate/strawberry crepe and the other got the apple/cinnamon one. My savory crepe came with a side; I got the greek salad. Theirs came with ice cream and whipped cream. My crepe was pretty good-- the crepe itself was really fresh and crispy. I would say there was a bit too much cheese and it pretty much overwhelmed the crepe (not that big of a fan of cheese). The apple crepe was good but a bit dry on the inside. The chocolate and strawberry crepe was the clear favorite for me...delish! There is also a selection of drinks on the menu. We ordered mimosas (not on the menu) which were great. The prices are also super reasonable (about $8 for the savory crepes, $7 for the dessert ones. And FIVE DOLLAR mimosas!!). Overall, I didn't love the crepes that we ended up getting other than the chocolate/strawberry one but I would definitely come back to try out others on the menu because they did sound so dang appetizing.
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Michaela L.
Figures that we'd discover a new good breakfast/lunch-type place in Fremont right before my boyfriend finally moved out of Fremont. Bummer. Anyway, we've been here twice and both times he's gotten the Super Crepes (ham, egg, cheese) and I've gotten the pizza crepe (ham, sausage, cheese). The sausage is the prefab pelleted kind but it's decent. I agree that the pizza crepe could use a touch of pizza sauce, but I like cheese and sausage enough that it still works -- salty innards with slightly sweet, crispy crepe and of course that omnipresent pesto sauce. They also do a nice Thai ice tea. I guess if we find ourselves in Fremont sometime around lunch we'll have to drop in once more for old times' sake.
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Spencer Z.
You know, sometimes in the middle of meal, it just hits you how wonderful the moment is. That was my most recent experience at Petit Cafe. I had been there once before, several months ago when it had just opened, and thought it was so-so (though the warm scented towel was a nice touch then). I can't remember the name of the crepe I had - it had ham and turkey and some veggies and cheese, and some spicy sauce on the side. It was terrific. My better half had the seafood crepe. Both were just outstanding; the little bit of pesto something on top went a really long way, too. The pecan crepe for desert was.... well, itself worthy of another trip to Petit Cafe. The decor and pace made for a very pleasant, relaxing date.
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Tori G.
I wish I had gotten crepes here so I could give you a more accurate review, but here's what I have: I was completely confused by their menu for some reason, and thought the sandwiches came with a side of bread? (You know, like Panera.) So I told the waitress I wanted fruit instead of bread, which OBVIOUSLY confused her, and then I was all perplexed when my sandwich showed up as a lump of tuna and veggies on a plate. I has a dumb, you guys. But the tuna was delicious, the fruit and veggies were fresh, and the Thai iced coffee I ordered tasted legit. This place is also super reasonable - three of us ate for under $30 - so I'll definitely be back. My only complaint was the service, which was pretty slow, and seemed to forget about us completely when our waitress went on her break.
(3)
Jean P.
3.5 Stars. This is a nice place to go to lunch with your girlfriends (or someone who doesn't eat too much). I absolutely loved the cute decor as well as the chill ambiance. The portions aren't very big, but the crepes are pretty good, but the food and portion size is better at Le Moose Cafe. I'd come back for the atmosphere and the Thai Ice Tea, but not necessarily for the food!
(3)
Marie R.
Very good!!!! Excellent crepes..... Last time I had a good crepes was when I went to Hong Kong ... I tried crepes in San Francisco it wasn't that good, this place make an excellent crepes, I love cheese bacon or the buffalo after that go for their strawberry, banana w/ nutella. Price is very affordable !!!
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Karthik S.
Frodo Joe's is one of the best creperies I've ever been to, and Fremont's best-kept secret, easily. At first, I actually thought the place was a hole-in-the-hall (not that that's a bad thing, at all) but it's more of a hipster-style cafe with the small tables with flower vases, a couch on the side, and some soothing decor. Of the half a dozen crepes I've had from this gold mine of a place so far, I can't complain about any of them. $6-$9 crepes! I recommend that you get any crepe that features their pesto sauce (it's pretty darn fantastic.) Usually I go for vegetarian crepes or dessert crepes but occasionally, I've gone for a couple of their turkey crepes, which were great, and the seafood crepes as well, which has been the only miss so you might want to shy away from the seafood crepes. They provide sides with the crepes as well. They're not spectacular but most of the time, I opt for the salad pasta. Most people, I've noticed, go for the fruit and that's not a bad choice either. Every time I've had their fruit, it's always been fresh. Overall, the service was nothing to complain about but nothing to cry about either. They take your order, ask you at least once whether everything's okay near the beginning of your meal, and possibly once more during the middle of your meal. Once they notice you're finishing up, they bring you the bill. Eventually, they will come around to pick it up, but I usually get up and go pay at the counter myself. Sometimes, I have buy one, get one crepes coupons from here. Make sure you check the expiration date on them though. They're usually never lenient.
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Daniel M.
I really enjoy the food here. I get the Ham and Cheese with a side of hot sauce and it's quite good. However, I have to admit, it's not exactly an American meal where you stuff your face and stomach until you explode. It feels me up, but I know I could probably eat more. Maybe a good thing for those who need to watch their food consumption? I seem to get fast service at the hour of 7pm. Probably due to the lack of customers. I have yet to try their desserts!
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Jeffrey N.
I guess this place is known for its crepes, but I was on the go and ordered a Turkey Club. Sandwich was an okay size and they could've added more side veggies. Nice decor and very convenient for those who work out at 24hr Fitness, which is next door.
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Ruth G.
Located around the corner from 24 Fitness. This place is a cute cafe with tasteful decor. You'd think it's a $$ restaurant/lounge type of place when you walk in. Get this....a rose on each table. And no..not the fake rose, i'm talking about the real one cuz it's in a small test tube like vase filled with water. Speaking of water, the water is served in a cute bottle (the ones you normally fill OJ) and it has a slice of orange, cucumber, and mint. Very tasty. I had the california sandwich- turkey, avocado,sprouts, & tomatoes, with fresh green salad on the side. It was good, but then again, how could you mess up a sandwich? My friend had a pesto, spinach, tomato crepe, which was also very good. Prices were reasonable, about $7 for the sandwich and I think the crepe was about $7 as well. I think this place is best known for its crepes, seeing their vast selection of it. I will definitely come back to try some more crepes.
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Cassie C.
Aww man, they stopped doing their stamp cards (I haven't been here in a while, but I had a full card)! Still love this place, and the new servers were kind enough to give us a buy two crepes get one free coupon to use on our meal. They've remodeled and revamped the place, but kept the reasonable prices which rocks :)
(4)
Khari L.
Amazing dessert crepes! I wish the waitresses addressed you a little more, but besides the marginal service, the food and atmosphere were good. I was debating on how many stars to deduct for the service, but the crepes were really good and the servers weren't rude, just inattentive. They didn't talk to us when we walked in and there was no sign that said seat yourself, luckily I'm assertive and just sat and figured they would correct me if that wasn't the case. I wish the owners or managers would take a look at Yelp and see what people are saying about the service, this place could easily pull 4 & 5 star ratings with better service.
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Yang Q.
This little creperie is hidden among a plaza full of chain stores (BK, Panera, Sweet Tomatoes, etc ). Its decor is very attractive--tiled walls inlaid with colorful jewel stones, padded benches and comfy chairs, a flower at every table, and a waiting area with plush-looking couches. To continue its theme, the water is served in carafes with lemon, lime, cucumber, and mint. Refreshing and cute. Frodo Joe's offers a selection of sandwiches and crepes (dessert/savory/veggie), and a list of extras you can add to your crepes. My friend and I got the Bento Crepe (chicken, broccoli, mushroom, scrambled eggs, and mozarella with pesto) and the bacon avocado with spinach and mushrooms. Although the Bento crepe sounds good in theory, like a breakfast scramble in a crepe, it was in need of a little more sauce or flavor because the scrambled egg overwhelmed the rest of the crepe. But I tried my friend's bacon avocado and it was amazing! Very flavorful, especially with her additions, and the bacon on top adds a nice savory crisp. A very cute place to go with your girlfriends. I will be going back to try more of their menu!
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Fran H.
I don't see why this place gets 4 or even 5 stars. Maybe I'm too picky? Maybe I've eaten at too many places? I don't even want to give it a second shot. Yes, it's conveniently located 2 minutes away from my office, but it's meh! I'll give it 2.5 stars and here's why: Service - sucks! I came in today for a late lunch. I think it was after 1pm sometime. Majority of tables were filled and the waitress sat us down. It took the waitress forever it seems to get to the table to take our order, and the table next to us hadn't ordered either and who knows when they sat down! They mixed up our drink order with the table next to us. It took them a while to get the food out and when the check finally came, the restaurant wasn't busy at all and it took them at least 5 mins to pick up the check. Food - I ordered the Classic crepe: chicken, pesto, cheese, spinach. One would think that if this is the classic, it should be good, right? Not at all! I was eating a clump of mush almost. It was way too greasy, the chicken had fat bits, the crepe was not crispy at all. Total disappointment! I'm going to go give Moose Cafe a shot.
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Marisa N.
Fun, cute little place! We came here for breakfast last weekend. We all ordered the crepes, which were very tasty! Deduct 1 star because we all left hungry. I dont think anyone can make a meal out of these tasty little treats. However, if you are looking for somewhere to have a nice snack, this is the place. We'll be back to sample some of the other crepes!
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VJ C.
Nice food which is light and bistro style. There are coupons where you order 2 crepes and the third one is free. The banana mocha drink is heavenly but plus size in terms of calories. Dessert selection is good.
From the outside, this place looks nothing like the inside. So as you walk in, you will be impressed on the way the inside looks. It has a very Thai-asian feel to it, definitely good vibes. The chairs and benches are extremelly comfortable. They serve you iced water in a little OJ (normally used for OJ) pitcher highly decorated with leaves and a sliced lemon inside that makes you straight up want to drink it! SO GOOD! I tried their Thai Iced Coffee! my first reaction was shocking as the presentation was awesome. The coffee is VERY strong! every sip was like taking a shot of tequila! haha! great for those caffeeine junkies! a little too strong for me however. I also ordered their strawberry banana crepe with Nutella on top! this was totally delicious! a MUST-TRY when you come in! Will certainly recommend and return to this establishment!
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Jacq L.
this is a cute little place to have lunch. the decor doesn't even match the outside of the building, so i was pleasantly surprised when I walked in. i got the savory crepe classic which had chicken, spinach, and mozzarella. the crepe was very large and crispy. the veggies just looked sad there wer so few pieces. i would have liked the filling to be a little more spread out in the crepe instead of focused in the folds. we ended with the mango dessert crepe, which was delicious. it came with a scoop of mango ice cream. the orange marmalade that as drizzled over the top was awesome. it would have been even better if the mango was a little more ripe, but still tasty. next time i'm in Fremont looking for a nice chill lunch i will consider Petit Cafe.
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K M.
We decided to try this place on a whim. I liked the little dog logo, but wasn't sure what to expect until we looked at the website. The dog logo is kind of misleading... it's a crepe restaurant, but hey, I'm a dog lover, so I'm not going to complain. Upon entering, the restaurant is small, cozy, and very attractive. It's easy to see that they've really considered all the details when coming up with their concept. I really like the decor, even down to the silverware. At first, we were not sure if it's a seat-yourself type of place or if you're supposed to wait for the staff to seat you. An employee invited us in from across the restaurant and gave us a table and menus. I noticed that the fabric on the upholstered chairs at our table were pretty stained and dirty looking, but they were much more comfortable than your standard restaurant chair. She was prompt at taking our order, and the food came out quickly. My husband and I shared the Shrimp Bacon Crepe, which was listed under the "special crepes" section of the menu. It was very tasty, and I'm not generally one for savory crepes, so that's saying a lot. The side pasta salad was also very delicious. Then we shared an Apple Cinnamon Crepe with ice cream for dessert. YUM! The two items were just barely enough to share. We left feeling satisfied and spent less than $25, including tip. Not bad for a delicious dinner! We will be back!
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Umang G.
Ambience: Contemporary and nice. Like the selection of colors and place smells good. Food: Good taste. Apt portion size. Good Thai tea. I liked that it has crushed ice. Orange and Carrot juice was not freshly made but from a bottle. Ask for hot sauce. It makes food when more tasty and is not really hot. Service: Good. All our customization were taken care correctly and there was a prompt service for anything we needed.
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Mike M.
This is one of our go to spots. The gym is next door and considering I'm there a few days a week, I will typically stop by here for some take-out on the way home. Most everything on the menu is good, but our favorites are the classic and chicken pesto. Portions could be a bit larger, but the quality and taste make up for it.
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Lisa S.
They're crepes are pretty good. I wasn't able to try the dessert one but the lunch classic crepe is delicious. However, the serving is a bit small for the price they are asking for. The foood tastes GREAT though. It is a must try.
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Karen W.
Place had no one when I arrived. I had to go all the way to the register (in the back) to ask if I could be seated. Then proceeded to seat me in the only table with a full on glare from the sun. Ordered the strawberry bananna desert crepe and the fruit was wonderful. The crepe part was thick, hard to cut and tasted slightly burnt. Not happy about that. Also ordered iced chai. Just don't order that. Its obviously powered mixed with water not worth the $4 price tag.
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Renu I.
Chose this place to meet an old friend, have lunch and chat for a bit. The restaurant looks nice and cozy, there a varieties of crepes to choose from. The service was fast, food tasty. Although, the service could have been better. We weren't sure if we could seat ourselves or not, so stood at the entrance and were very rudely directed to our table. Through out our lunch we felt like were burdening the waitress. We'l probably get it to go next time.
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Reece O.
This is the absolute BEST crepe place I've ever eaten at. Not only was it delicious, the service and ambiance were amazing. I had the Californian. YUM!
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Jenny H.
I was looking forward to trying this place out since I love crepes, and the reviews were very good. However, I was disappointed when I got here. I ordered the Super Crepe with scrambled eggs, ham, tomato, and mozzarella cheese. I added mushrooms to my crepe and picked steamed vegetables as my side. I was surprised when I got my crepe, because there was a huge tear in it, and was falling apart at the center. I'm not sure if it was because of the mushrooms I added, but my crepe was a little soggy. Aside from the texture, it tasted like a thin pancake. My friend also agreed with me, and thought they must be using pancake batter. It was unfortunate because I didn't like the taste of a savory pancake with vegetables and egg inside. We also ordered the strawberry dessert crepe to shrae, and wasn't too impressed with it either. The friend I went with has been to Le Moose Crepe Cafe just around the corner, and said she preferred it over Frodo Joe's.
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TJ B.
The cafe was very cute! The decor and furnishings were all very pretty, it felt like I was in the middle of NYC restaurant. It was late Saturday afternoon so the place was very slow and quiet. My cousin and I shared the blueberry with cheesecake crepe. The cheesecake filling in the center was delicious! That was definitely the highlight of this crepe. The fresh blueberries were the perfect contrast to the heavier cheesecake and nutella filling. Overall, I really enjoyed my visit to Petit Cafe. I would recommend this place to my friends and family!
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Jennifer W.
I think this is the best crepery in town. You will be impressed as soon as you walk in. The staff was even putting in roses on all the vases while we were there. It's furnished with nice plushy lounge seating and tasteful decor. There are large tables for groups and small tables along the window for a more intimate setting. What I like most is that they also have a lounging area where you can sip some coffee and have a conversation if you are not in the mood for a meal. If it isn't obvious enough, I like the layout of this place. The place is dimly lit, but not so dim that you can't take a good book in with you. This is definitely a place I would not mind eating at alone. It's discreet because it is not bustling, but does have a regular flow of customers and is at a convenient shopping center. The carafe of water was super cute and probably healthy too since there was a big sprig of mint and slices of cucumber, orange, and lemon in it. You can tell they try. I love the little details. I had the house special crepe which was a vegetarian crepe that consisted of spinach, tomato, avocado, and pesto. Each savory crepe also comes with a choice of four sides. I got the fruit salad, which was actually only three pieces of fruit. I was definitely disappointed I didn't get the pasta salad instead. Still, the order came out fast and it was good! After I ate, I did not feel bloated, but I was definitely full. Next time, I'll get the lemon and brown sugar crepe.
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Angela R.
This place is like a hidden gem! Came here over the weekend with a friend after our Mission Peak hike. Their crepe menu was pretty extensive, and even featured sides. I ordered the turkey, tomato, and avocado crepe and it was pretty tasty. My only complaint is I wasn't a huge fan of the deli-like slices of turkey. Next time, I'll substitute it with chicken. Otherwise, cute decor, clean, and friendly staff!
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Ahunawar C.
Great crepes, excellent prices and the best bathroom at these prices. I come here often and leave satisfied. Highly recommend it.
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Anya A.
What good is a restaurant that has great ambiance and great food, but serves bit sized portions. Never going back again until the portions become bigger or price becomes lower.
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Claire C.
First things first, I do think the crepes are delicious. I usually get the bacon avocado, and the bacon is always crunchy, the avocado fresh, and the crepes crisp and cheesy with a drizzle of the yummy pesto sauce over the top. That being said, I'm not sure why the sides are so terrible. It's either a) lukewarm, canned-tasting soup b) tasteless fruit that nobody likes (think dry cantaloupe, honeydew, and banana) c) small pile of limp iceberg lettuce salad. I think they might as well leave it out and save some trouble. Standard drinks like coffee and tea are below average. The ambience and decor is nice for Fremont (and for a crepe place), but the service is always incredibly apathetic and slow. We always wait forever to order or to pay, especially during the lunch rush. Dishes are not thoroughly cleaned all the time so make sure you check. All in all, not sure if I'd recommend unless you are hankering for a crepe.
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T B.
This place is so good! If I'm ever craving a crepe both meal or dessert wise, this is my go to place. It may look small. But, it is very filling:)
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Carina R.
I have wanted to try Frodo Joe's for quite some time. I love crepes - like love them!!! My hubby and I decided to have some dessert crepes here late Saturday night. The inside of this place is really nice. They did a great job decorating the place. We were seated right away and the waitress brought us some menus. Over perusing the menu for a bit, I decided on the Strawberries and Bananas crepe and my husband wanted the Lemon Cheesecake crepe. I also ordered a glass of champagne and my husband ordered a bellini. We didn't wait long at all for our crepe. There was other people there, and some of the parties were large groups, but still not a long wait. Very nice! The crepes were delicious. I ate all of mine and half of my husbands. He liked his, but I pretty much inhaled half of his anyway. Like I said...I love crepes. This place is a must try for Fremont and I am definitely going to be coming back here again and again!
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Anne N.
3.5 stars We have very few creperies in Fremont and I would have to agree with Jennifer it's one of the better crepe cafes. I was delighted that the water I wanted came with fresh mint leaves, cucumber, and citrus slices. Fanciest water I've had yet. The savory crepe seemed a little plain, the ingredients weren't as generous as I hoped, but it was still filling. Every savory crepe comes with a side option of fruit, pasta salad, or house salad. I went with the fruit and had three pieces of fruit on the side, which was a little disappointing. At least there's variety? A slice of orange, pineapple, and honeydew. So my food experience was pretty average, but I'd like to give this place a chance. The dessert plates looked appetizing and I'd love to take my sisters her for a treat. The atmosphere is great for small intimate meals or studying (though the lighting could be brighter). It's hard to find these type of places in Fremont especially if most of the cafes are bombarded with teeny boppers. This place is a gem!
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Cynthia C.
The curse is officially over, Frodo Joe's is running a legit creperie & it's actually good! Over the years, on my way to the gym, I have seen multiple biz open and close. I'm happy to say FJ's looks like it's here to stay. So smart to add an interior 'deck', super comfy seating-they have created spaces for their customers to make themselves at home. Again, smart. After I placed my crepe order the cashier asked me which sides I wanted, I thought she was trying to upsell me, my first reaction was to decline, of course, but she quickly let me know the side comes FREE of charge. AWESOME. Another bonus, the side is actually substantial and quite good. Got the fruit salad and the greek salad. The crepes had a crisp exterior, but I was a bit disappointed the Californian came with sandwich meat. The Classic had REAL pieces of chicken. Both were very good and came with FRESH pesto. YEAH. I'm sold.
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D Y.
cheesy spinach - pretty good shrimp bacon crepe - good fresh strawberry crepe - pretty good like the jug of water with mint, cucumber, and lemon nice atmosphere.
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Dave S.
Really enjoyed the crepes here. Definitely ask for their hot sauce to go with your savory crepes. The service was great and so was the ambience. Four stars!
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Penny Y.
Whoda thunk a placed called 'Frodo Joe's' would turn out to have such a great cafe-like ambiance? I was half expecting a hole-in-the-wall with minimalistic decor and limited seating, but no. I was pleasantly surprised to find a large open space with dark hardwood floors and more surprisingly, couches! That just really brought out the cool, hipster-ish coffee cafe feel to it. My friend ordered a smoothie and I ordered drip coffee... both drinks were HUGE. More than what I would've expected. The actual crepes however were not as huge, but still a good size to make you full. I got the seafood crepe - not exactly a recommended one by the waitress, but I figured I should be a bit more experimental. FAIL. It was aiteee. The shrimp was a bit tough but it was still pretty good. I also thought it was odd they put pesto on it. My friend, however, got a veggie crepe and he loved it, so I'm assuming I just ordered the wrong thing. I would definitely come again just for the ambiance and would probably get one of the more 'regular' crepes. This is just one of those places that seems 'posh' but without the 'posh' prices.
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Veronica S.
Le Petit Cafe is super cute! I was really impressed and happy that Fremont finally has cafes like this. There's an adorable sitting area towards the left of the cafe with comfy couches, casual coffee tables, and even fashion magazines! Their crepes are decent, not that filling but they give you a side of ice cream which is nice. Their lattes were also super yummy, much better than your coffee chain and they give it to you in a big, fat homey mug...it's like being at home! Love it! I'm definitely going to come here or meet friends here when they want coffee...!
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Allison C.
I've been craving some crepes and Frodo Joe's is listed as one of the places that offers this. We walked in and were really surprised with the decor. It seems much larger inside then how it looks from the outside, and the simple decor make it clean and nice. GREAT: Strawberry Crepe - was LARGE, and over flowing with strawberries. This was delicious! It comes with nutella, a scoop of ice cream and dollop of whipped cream. GOOD: BLT sandwich - it was large in height, but needed more bacon. The lettuce and tomatoes made it seem like more. Not sure if it was the Dijon spread had a bit too much salt. While I was eating it, the bread was crumbling away, the slice of bread was too thin for the size of the sandwich. OKAY: Cheese Spinach Crepe - was tasty, but the presentation made it look really small next to my BLT. Selected fruit as the side, it was sweat, but we only got 4 large chunks. Maybe, if they cut the fruit a little smaller and spread it out more it would like more substantial.
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Jon T.
Ok maybe I'm just a sucker for crepes but I rarely give out 5 star reviews and I just gave out 2 to both crepe places. But SERIOUSLY this place is really good! I just reviewed la moose which is about 10 minutes down the street from this place and although that place did earn 5 stars from me I would still go to Frodo Joe's if I went again. First of all their logo is freaking hilarious and cute, a little dog? haha hilarious.. and the people here were very very nice as well. They greeted us right when we came in and were tried to help us decide what to order, since we were first timers we were a bit slow on the process and they were very patient and nice about it. During the meal they checked up on us and also gave us some pretty cool water with lemons and a bunch of random fruits and stuff inside which was pretty unique =) the crepe itself was to die for and I literally INHALED IT! After the meal we ordered a desert crepe and it took a while to go to us which was starting to make me a little unhappy but it turns out that they were out of strawberries and she ran to the supermarket next door to buy some fresh ones for us =) wow talk about customer service! 5 stars! can't wait to go back when i get the chance!
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Sarah S.
Normally I'm kind of meh about dessert crepes because crepes are super easy and cheap to make, but my pecan crepe was BOMB. I'm trying to think of an excuse to go back to this weekend. I think it was because the crepes comes with both ice cream and whipped cream! and the brown sugar was warm and soooooo good with the pecans. Almost everyone else at the table got savory crepes, and they only had good things to say. It's kind of confusing that the sign only says Petit Cafe, but its inside a big complex next to 24 fitness.
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Wendy W.
Am not much of a crepe person, but because of the decor, I came. The decor is wow... zen! I really like the decor, however I didn't particularly liked my crepe, because the berries were alittle too tart, but good thing I had ice cream, which tone down the acidity. I would've preferred rather than the orange drizzle, I think custard would've tasted much much better. Next time, I might try the other crepes.
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Lyn C.
The only reason why we checked this place out was because of the little neon sign that said "crepes". Who knew it was such a great marketing tool. Inside, this place is SO cute. Not to mention, the service was excellent. She treated us like royalty! When she asked where we wanted to sit, I immediately claimed the couch area. We got dessert crepes, and they were delicious! It had just the right balance of fruit, nutella, & whipped cream, surrounded by a crisp crepe, and accompanied by a nice scoop of ice cream. Yum! I always like coffee shops that give you coffee in a solid mug, so that was nice too, especially cause the mugs were cute. They give you a pitcher of water with fruit in it for the table. Although they were nice, the service was a little slow. My ice cream melted while I waited for the other plate to arrive. The place is not open very late on the weekend and there's no wi-fi, so that was a bummer too.
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Marilyn T.
Frodo Joe's first got my attention with their cute logo. I love little cafe type places, and they're actually open for dinner on weekdays. Their crepes are done traditional style and pretty good - the crepe itself is not overly thick and has the right amount of sweetness. I like the veggie spicy crepe, and if you like meat, they have lots of bacon options. One of the ore unique ones is a curry beef crepe. Each one comes with a side of salad and is really reasonably priced. Fremont doesn't have very many places that aren't chains, fast food, or Asian food, so I like supporting places like this. I wish the location wasn't in a busy corner between Sweet Tomatoes and 24 Hour Fitness, but what can you do.
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Shweta V.
Great crepes spot in Fremont - fresh, delicious, and well priced. Quite surprised with the unexpected ambiance which does not intuitively align with either the name of the cafe or the neighborhood / city it is in.
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Amy L.
Really cute crepe place, especially by Fremont standards. I love the eclectic decor, kinda has a gypsy/afternoon tea vibe. Frodo Joe's definitely has the most extensive crepe menu I've ever seen. I got really excited to see a cheesecake blueberry crepe on there (come on, cheesecake, blueberries, ice cream, chocolate sauce, all in a crepe?!) and it did not disappoint. I am craving it right now, but, alas, I am hundreds of miles away again. Only downsides were that the service was pretty slow and they seemed to be out of a lot of things, narrowing down the choices. Otherwise, a new favorite for me whenever I'm in town. All crepe-cravers, come here!
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Carla M.
Enjoyed the ambience and decor of the place. The desert crepes were delish. The vegetarian crepes were ok.
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Julia G.
Love the atmosphere of the place! Food was good and great service!
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Marie S.
Location: this is a corner restaurant. the decorations inside are really nice. its a clean, calm setting and they have fresh flowers. the chairs are also very comfy. Service: the staff is really friendly and the food came out fast. they also have cards that they mark each time you make a purchase. you can leave the card at the counter and they're arranged by letter. its cool because you dont need to worry about losing or forgetting it. Food: my boyfriend and i came here craving crepes and we left satisfied with food coma =) round 1 (savory): i ordered the classic crepes with asparagus and a side of greek salad. portions are a fulfilling amount. the greek salad is tasty and my crepe was pretty filled with mushrooms, spinach and cheese. i think there could have been a little more cheese though. either way it was good. he got the cheese bacon crepe with a side of steamed veggies. the bacon looked really good so i tried a piece. yum! nice and crispy. round 2 (dessert): i ordered the banana chocolate crepe. it comes with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. the bananas were sweet and ripe. no complaints here. he got the apple cinnamon crepe which he devoured. oh yea, and i got a chai latter which was tasty. we shall be back!
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Ram G.
Wow the service here is super nice. Warm, friendly and always smiling people..I like that. Food is great too. Not all fusions work, but French and Thai fusion works surprisingly well. I ordered coffee after my meal, wow the coffee was super tasty. Loved it. The restroom is super clean. Some readers might question my decision to write about the restroom here..but I believe a clean restroom just shows these people pay attention to details. Imagine entering a filthy restroom after a great meal!! Overall a great experience
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Hobby-less R.
Had a savoury crepe today. It was bland and cold and the cheese wasn't completely melted...yuck!! I even found a bug in my fruits. I told them and they just changed the fruit and didn't apologize. Totally shocked coz normally an apology would be given when things like these happen. Service was slow. The people were always working behind the counter. I had to walk up to them to order my food. Felt like i was at a fast food restaurant but the prices aren't fast food prices. Took a while for them to get me the check. won't go back.
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Dorothy F.
It was day 2 of the Bay Area heatwave. I was hot, bothered, and quickly caving on my summer diet (it had been a whopping 22 days). So I turned to Yelp to see where I could do some damage. I was in no mood to drive so I chose a place close by. Petit Cafe fit the bill, easily a 2 minute drive (in the Raley's plaza) and I'd seen they'd been getting 4 star reviews. Their menu was pretty extensive for a creperie with equal parts savory and sweet selections. I went for sweet. I chose the strawberry crepe. What I got was a huge, thin crepe brimming with large slivers of strawberries, swirls of creamy milk chocolate and richly sweet raspberry sauce, whipped cream and the best part - a mound of vanilla ice cream. There were so many delicious tastes mingled in with the light ,slightly chewy crepe. The fresh, cold strawberries complemented the decadently sweet sauces. And the whipped cream and ice cream were literally the "icing" on the crepe. It was so delicious and satisfying. They didn't get 5 stars b/c service was a bit slow (only one employee cooking and taking orders). The service I did receive, was warm and friendly. Now that I've sampled sweet, I cannot wait to indulge in one of their savory selections. Petit Cafe's crepes are well worth every diet-destroying calorie.
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Delilah B.
I went here for dinner with Cynthia M., below. What a weird experience. Almost everything that I wanted to order, they were out of. That should have been a sign for us to run to Sweet Tomato. On top of that, my cousin ordered the blue berry crepe for dessert. Low and behold... not a blueberry in site! Wut the EFF? They were all Blackberries. I hate when places assume that you'll be ok with "their" substitution. What if she was allergic to it or something? Or ... if she had the choice, she could have changed her order. Not to be mean but... really, what a joke.
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Roni J.
OMG...THIS PLACE ROCKS....I brought 13 ladies for Sunday brunch and it was off the hook....GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE....I can't thank them enough for allowing us to have serperate checks.....THE BERRY CREPE WAS FANTASTIC...and the bacon cheese one was....Let's just say.....AMAZING.....Our group will be back..
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Sim D.
The super crepe is my favorite and the mango zing smoothie is delicious. The only con I can say is that the service is a bit slow. But all in all definitely worth the wait yummy crepes.
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Christina V.
Good find = ) Not only are the crepes delicious, but the ambiance and vibe of this cafe (to me) is pretty relaxing. This is the type of place where you want to meet with your BFFs to catch up, have one-on-one time w/ your kids or just hang solo for quiet time while getting good eats. Crepes are their specialty and they serve both "Savory" and "Sweet" selections. Savory crepes are drizzled with a complimenting pesto sauce and is served with your choice of side (salad, pasta or fruit). Sweet crepes are delish (plain, nutella or nutella and fruit). They also have an espresso bar and even serve thai iced teas. I love the decor inside which I think was tastefully done. The walls are decorated with stone and mosaic designs which is appealing to the eye. The dining area is appropriate and surprisingly there is a place to lounge with lounge chairs for those who want to study or chat. Frequent visitor card program is also in place for the frequent customer. If you love crepes, you'll love this place!
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Jan P.
Spectacular interior. I recommend to dine-in for the great atmosphere feel - it's so calm and artistic. Great creperies. The service doesn't really have that much of great alacrity. They don't speak English very well so to make their ordering life easy, just point out your orders to the menu. Overall, I give this spot a four star for great interior and food. Hence, minus one star for their turtle slow service.
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S K.
Frodo Joe's is my favorite recent find in Fremont, and I keep dreaming of when I can make time to come back. It's across from Sweet Tomatoes, if you have trouble finding it the first time (which I foolishly did). There's a wide variety of savory and sweet crepes, and give the reasonable portion sizes, I'd recommend getting a savory one and splitting a sweet. All of their crepes come with a little bit of this delicious pesto sauce and a side of either green salad, fruit, or pasta. You can't really go wrong picking a crepe, and most of them have either mozzarella or cheddar cheese, some veggies, and meat or mushrooms. My favorite is definitely the pizza crepe and supreme crepe, both of which come with generous helpings of meat. The size of the crepes look pretty big at first glance, but I was able to finish one myself no problem, which was surprising given I can usually only eat half a plate of food at restaurants. The hands down best dessert crepe I've tried there is the pecan caramel. It comes with lots of little pecans, what seems to be a pecan crumble over the crepe, and a dollop of vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. The ambiance/decor is modern casual Asian, and I like that's so bright and clean inside. There's even a loungey area with couches. The waitresses are fast and really nice. This is a great place to come for a brunch date, catching up with friends or a family outing.
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Alex d.
Before my co-worker told me about this place, I never would have noticed it and I'd definitely never heard of it! This is a case of a "hole in the wall" place that's actually a well-known secret, and is just plain better than more well-known places. I love supporting local small business owners in Fremont, especially when their food is good! I have been here twice, and ordered a savory crepe and dessert crepe, both costing me a very low price. The crepes themselves were delicious and freshly made. It was almost ridiculous, how much food I was getting for less money than one dish at another restaurant. As a money-grubbing recent college grad, I couldn't ask for a better combination of factors. The food would be enough to make me come back very soon, but what makes it one of my favorite places is in fact the decoration/ ambiance. It's classy, yet fun and colorfully Thai-inspired. This is what makes it a good place for a casual date, or girls night out for a single girl who just wants to chow down (not naming any names). If you live in Fremont or the nearby vicinity, there is no reason to not try it!
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Elizabeth B.
I don't normally write reviews but this just pissed me off... and I need to let everyone else know. I've been a regular since I moved to Newark. But I must say their service is not up to par with the ambiance. I love their savory and dessert crepes along with the sandwiches,salads, and smoothies. My only complaint is the service! They are so F&%#in' SLOW... slow to greet you, slow to take your order, slow to bring your food, slow to bring you water, utensils, clear your table, and to even bring you your check. I am no long supporting this local hidden gem, due to their service. if you must know, I was the only one in the entire restaurant till my friends came, along with another table for two, and a lady by herself. Once my friends came in and sat down, the server took her sweet time and then went to the table with the two males and took their order. Then went to the lady who was sitting alone and went back to the kitchen to place her order. Minutes later she came to our table and stated: there was no more chicken, bacon, and one other thing. Then gave us a few minutes so she can "give us more time" really I think she needed more time so she can talk on her phone and what ever else she had to do... I had to call her back over to finally take our order, but she went to the lady who was sitting by herself, then was going to go back to the kitchen until her other co-worker pointed our table out. Once she finally realized we needed to place our order she came over, I ordered the meat combo sandwich on sourdough & a side salad, my boyfriend got a house salad, and his sister got the California crepe oh and it was her first time here because I've been raving about this damn place! OK OK OK ... I may have been hungry, but finally our food came out and she whispered something under her breath as she was passing out our plates and said "you got the last of the chicken", I replied "I did not order a chicken sandwich, I ordered the meat combo. She then said the "club" insisting that that's what I ordered. Well she then took the plate without saying anything, and started to prepare my order. Mind you I've ordered this exact sandwich before, and I know how to read and place an order without stumbling over my words. Welp needless to say this is what it's come to... To the Manager of Frodo Joe's I'd advise you to train your servers or clean house! Your tip is a reflection of your service.
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Emmy L.
I ordered a pad thai crepe to go, It was awful- the peanuts were stale and the whole crepe had a funny smell. I called the restaurant to alert them and the lady who answered the phone said "what do you want me to do?' I used to have good experience with this place (that's why I am not giving 1 star); now I am disappointed with their food and service.
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Angela K.
Come here for your crepe fix! So there's another Frodo in Hayward, but under different management. This location is very spacious and nice ambiance. Their specialty are their crepes of course, but they also have some sandwiches and a wide assortment of drinks. Heads up: they don't have the weekday dinner special they advertise on their website. I tried the Seafood Crepe and it was DELISH! HUGE pieces of shrimp with REAL CRAB and a side salad for $8. Good deal! The Seafood Crepe I had at the Hayward location used mini bay shrimp and imitation shrimp. All their entrees come with a side salad or fruit. And even thou a crepe sounds thin and not filling, by the time you finish you are stuffed. I'll def come back to try another one of their crepes!
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Angelica B.
We've come to this place a few times, and we're pretty happy with the crepe choices we've had. Today, I had the bacon avocado crepe and my husband had the same, but he added egg to it. My nephew had the Greek crepe which he literally inhaled after a couple minutes. (Always a good sign when kids finish their food!) We finished the meal off with a Strawberry-banana Nutella crepe with vanilla ice cream and whip cream.... it was SOOO good!!! Decor is beautiful as always and it was very clean. The service was kind of strange as they didn't really greet or smile, but they weren't rude, so whatever! The food is still awesome, and I can imagine myself returning for more.
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Henry S.
This is a nice little spot for a quick meal in a nice atmosphere. Service was a bit slow as they only had one server for the whole restaurant. The restaurant wasn't that big but there was a large party of 12 that took most of our server's attention. I had the club sandwich which consisted of bacon, chicken, avocado, and a fried egg! The sandwich itself was really good and having a fried egg made it even better. It came with a small side salad that was also good. We had the fresh blue berry cheese cake crepe for dessert and that was also pretty good.
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Vivian D.
Amazing interior complete with cozy cushioned benches, dim lighting, and a flower on each table. A nice quiet place for a date or to catch up with some friends...even on the weekends. I was a little surprised by the emptiness of this classy establishment on a Friday night so I kept my fingers crossed that the food was not to blame. The bf ordered a ben-to crepe while I got a veggie with mushrooms added in. It was nice that all crepes came with a side of your choice, such as pasta, salad, fruit, soup, or veggies. The ben-to crepe was packed with filling of chicken, mushrooms, egg, and mozzerella cheese. The crepe itself was thin and crispy and everything was extremely flavorful. While I enjoyed the veggie crepe, it was more on the bland side in comparison...which might have been the type of or lack of cheese. Still, it was tasty and I managed to finish the entire thing. The side salad also paired nicely with its light balsamic dressing. Alot of people RAVED about the water with a slice or orange, cucumber, and mint. It's a nice touch I guess, but it's nothing to Ooooh and Aaahhh about. It still tasted like regular water to me. While the meal was enjoyable, service was not the warmest or the friendliest. While our server was in no way rude, she looked like she hated her job the entire time we were there. Minus 1 star. I've been to Le Moose and Frodo Joe's crepes definitely blew them out of the water. Prices are also very reasonable ranging from $6-$9 for a crepe. Must return to try a dessert crepe soon!
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Steve T.
Seven of us came here after a show for dinner. We placed our orders and the crepes eventually came out 1 or 2 at a time until I was the only one who had not been served. After waiting another 7 to 8 minutes, I flagged down waitress and she said there was a mixup over my order of Basil Asparagus. Obviously she did not pay attention that I had no food in front of me when she brought the 6th plate and did not bother check the order! I finally got my crepe when most of my friends were finished with their food and the Basil Asparagus was only okay. I will take my business elsewhere.
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Amy O.
Hmm...I am torn with this review. So, to explain easily, I'll do it in list form. Location: Easy, good parking. Busy at lunch. Ambiance: Awesome. Cute, updated, clean. Food/Menu: Great selections in both savory and sweet crepes. And the food is well presented on the plate. Artistic and beautiful. Flavor good is well. They also serve a nice pitcher of water with lime and cucumber in it when you sit down. Coffee: Ordered a cappuccino. Umm...they served it in this huge cup and it was mostly huge amount of foam. Coffee tasted okay, so they use okay coffee but the drink was horrible. Recommend getting your coffee at Peet's in the same shopping center. Service: Friendly, but don't speak English (could hear others having probs with ordering). Also, forgot to give my drink so I got my food first. So...matters what matters to you. If you want to order a crepe straight off the menu and you have patience for lack of English...probably a good bet.
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Ann W.
If you love to eat in a relaxing atmosphere with a healthy menu to enjoy you must visit Frodo Joe's Cafe! The crepes, salads, desserts, service and atmosphere will melt and dissolve any stress from your body and mind.
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Erin G.
My family and I have came here often over the past 3 years. I went last Sunday morning and had really bad service. The place was packed which is good for them. There were only 2 servers who couldnt handle the amount of people. Understaffed I understand. But they were not attentive at all and forgot a crepe that we ordered. They eventually brought it to us but it took forever. The other thing is the food. The taste is good however over the years the portions have gotten much smaller. There are other crepe places in Fremont where you get your monies worth. Wont be going here anymore.
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Ceci L.
Nicely decorated and food was good. We ordered shrimp bacon crepe and I-berry blueberries with cheesecake crepe and a house coffee. Both were freshly made though the shrimp was a bit on the smaller size. Cheesecake with crepe, what a combo, never thought that will work but somehow it did. Coffee was just okay, maybe their specialty ones are better. Lots of varieties to choose from. Will return to try out more.
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Christina C.
Came here for their savory crepes - may go back to try their sweet crepes (and possibly update my review?). I love the interior of this cute cafe - very un-Fremont ha ha. The walls are purple (I believe) and there are plush couches to the side of the restaurant. However, the crepes were okay. I've been to Le Moose (also in Fremont and very similar - orange-infused water, similar sides (i.e. salad/fruit salad/pasta salad)) and I felt like the portions were bigger and the crepes were yummier at Le Moose. Service was also okay... like everyone's mentioned - it could be better. So, three stars for now.
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Prashant R.
I've had brunch here many times. I would highly recommend the sweet crepes, savory one tend to be a little bland for my taste. But it's a great little place to have crepes in fremont. They do have sandwiches as well. Service is ok. Seems like the whole place is run by women - that's pretty cool.
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Alice J.
Great selection of savory and sweet crepes, sandwiches, coffee, and smoothies. I especially love that they always have new specials. Today I tried the samui which was a crepe filled with sticky rice, topped with fresh mango, coconut sauce, with a scoop of ice cream, whipped cream, and coconut macaroons. It was very inventive and delicious!! They also have set course specials for brunch, lunch, and dinner listed online. For example for lunch you get a salad, appetizer, drink, and choice of entree (including salmon with panang, chicken coconut milk, etc) with rice and veggies for $12.95. A great price and it's enough food for 2 people. They even offer afternoon tea, also for only $12.95.
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Nancy M.
After seeing the long lines at Sweet Tomatoes, we came here because we were just to lazy to re-park. What a delightful surprise! Great dinner crepes served in a timely fashion from pleasant, attentive staff. The ambiance was great too! Will indeed try this place again! Maybe next time for drinks and dessert crepes.
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Angel G.
got here and waited for service! it finally came. she was DRY! acted like she hated her job. anyways we placed our order... savory, sweet & a BLT sandwich. I ordered avocado, mushrooms with mozzerella crepe... it was dry! it would've been better if they drizzled some olive oil or something to wet it! my daughters sweet crepe arrived...OMG it looked dryer than a dessert!!!
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Sunil R.
Lokos like Frodo Joe's got an upgrade. I had not been here in a few years and stopped in yesterday. They have given this place a nice makeover and it looks really nice. The menu appears to be mostly the same with new specials added. The crepes are still good and it looks like they bumped up a prices by a dollar or two which is fine given the ambience is nicer. I also liked the fact that they have fresh flowers at the tables.
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Sherry C.
It's a very nice place for me & my son to have a afternoon snack time here. Food was great and the waitress are very friendly even my son sometime talk very loud. Boys like their chocolate crepes, rich and yummy! ^_^
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Elaine T.
Frodo Joe's was yet another one of my yelp finds while looking for something to eat after not having breakfast. At first I was a bit surprised as the menu only had crepes and a few other dishes. I ordered an italian crepe and added eggs as well...kind of a makshift brunch idea. Food was fantastic, drink selection was great (had a chai latte) and the atmosphere was very clean and welcoming. Servers were friendly and service was not bad.
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Erin K.
This cafe was great! The lady who helped us was so nice - she waited on our table and brought everything to us. She was so friendly in helping us decide what to get. The mixed berry dessert crepe was delicious, as well as the Chai tea latte! I will definitely go back to try some of their savory crepes.
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dee s.
This is place is awesome! Love the decor!! The music in the background was nice. So many crepes to choose from. The service was pretty fast. Our waitress, McKenzie, is such a doll. Would definitely recommend this place to others. :)
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Stephanie F.
I'm not one to nit-pick when I eat out but this experience was not pleasant. I went in with a friend of mine. When we walked in, we were the only people there. So I stated, "we're gonna have good service". Boy was I wrong. We were greeted with water quickly but that was the only thing that was quick. When we asked the waitress about some of the items on the menu, she just read off the menu. I could have and did do that. Our food made its way to the table at normal time. Food was ok. Had good flavor but it was a bit to try for me. Once we got our food, our waitress never came back to check on us. She was busy entertaining her friends that walked in after us. She finally came after we were completely done with our meal. (mind you, we're still the only customers there) We asked for our check and waited about 10 min for it to make its way over. I was happy to finally get out of there. The restaurant has such a nice vibe and descent food. I suggest training your staff to greet and attend to your customers in a timely fashion. Especially in an empty restaurant.
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Cynthia L.
I wanted to try out this place for a while. I decided to go for dinner . The decor is very nice, and it is a quiet place with light music playing in the background. It was empty, though, and maybe this was a sign of what was to come. I had a Chicken Greek salad, which was good. Not much could go wrong but old lettuce. I also ordered the Blueberry crepes. My cousin that accompanied me ordered 2 dishes (one was the salmon) and was told that they were both out. She ended up ordering the asparagus and basil crepe. We were enjoying the food and the place. Then my blueberry crepes dish was delivered. There were no blueberries in sight! It was a blackberry crepe dish. I called the server and reminded her that I ordered the blueberry crepes. Her response was, just like my cousin's two initial orders, "we don't have any." I am giving them two stars for the lack supply of menu items and for being presumptious. The server and the cook assumed I'd be okay with blueberries without checking with me first. This is horrible customer service. Their menu is so small. It wouldn't be that difficult to have all the items listed considering that's what they are offering. I have many food allergies, and luckily I'm not allergic to blackberries. To presume I'd be okay with it was not considerate nor was it acceptable.
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Lefti S.
We came here a few times and we are hooked. It is a very good place to come with a special other or as a family. We ordered the savory crepes such as the special, Greek, ham and cheese and they were all very good. The crepe is fresh, the ingredients that are used are also fresh. The condiments and sauces used within the crepe are quite delicious. We also tried various dessert crepes such as the berry crepe and the five stack with additional strawberries. The sauces used are very good not too sweet. There is a good variety of coffees, and other drinks. The prices are very reasonable. In short this place is highly recommended and I will make it a weekly visit. Peace out.
(5)
Jasper S.
Gotta try that bacon avacadoooooo woot! So good!
(4)
Loki J.
Fantastic crepes. THey stuff them with a bunch of stuff and then you feel stuffed after all the stuff you just stuffed yourself with. Never been a fan of thai iced tea. Now? Fan. Really nice inside, service was eh tho. Maybe because of ESL. Regardless, food was great, good prices too.
(5)
Angie J.
I've seen this place so many times during our visits to Sweet Tomatoes and Raley's, never knew they served crepes. Like many others, I don't understand what their actual name is... Frodo Joes? Le Petit? Juice Zone? I had a major crepe craving tonight, we decided on Le Moose but they were closed (Le Boo!). So we end up at Frddo Joes Le Petit Juice Zone Cafe... WHAT A SURPRISE!! The interior is kinda swanky! There's a raised lounge area and ample tables with plush chairs. The decor includes multicolored stones in a mosaic design throughout the cafe. Very nice touch! You do have to order at the counter. You'll notice a bunch of alphabetized boxes which patrons can leave their punch cards - love this!! I was impressed how squished the cards were in each box, which only means they have a lot of regulars! I ordered the hawaiian (ham, pineapple, mozzerella) and my fiance got the original (chicken, mushrooms, mozzerella). All their savory crepes come drizzled with their pesto sauce, which you can't even taste. I will ask for more on the side next time. For dessert we split the strawberry crepe. We each got our own plate decorated beautifully with raspberry sauce, chocolate and a little lump of whipped cream. A large group of 8 came in, in addition to two other small families, despite a bit of chaos, the 2 girls manning the fort managed to keep a smile, provide stellar customer service, and all of the details were still in tact. Even though this is just a cafe in the corner of a grocery store plaza, once you're inside, you kinda forget where you are! I look forward coming back!
(5)
Laura G.
This place is pretty close to my house, but for some reason I had never been here before. Came in on a Monday for lunch with a friend and the place was kind of empty. We sat down and read over the menu, there are over 7-10 different savory crepes and the same amount for the sweet crepes. The savory crepes had all kinds of variety for all different tastes. They even had a little international crepes section too. I ordered a Thai tea with a savory crepe, I forget the name but it might have been house special? It had tomatoes, zucchini, spinach, avocado, and mozzarella cheese (I added the cheese and another one of the veggies for extra charge). They serve it with a side of your choice, I had a greek salad. The crepe wasn't as thin as I'm used to but it was still really good and tasty! My friend had the chocolate strawberry banana one, which she enjoyed as well, they serve that with ice cream. Beer, wine, cocktails, and other specialty drinks (like mimosas) are also available! Overall, cute little place. If you're around and craving a crepe, give it a try, you be the judge!
(4)
Kathryn B.
Everything here is great except for ONE MAJOR ISSUE: SLOW SLOW SLOW SLOW SLOW SLOW SLOW service. Did I mention that it was slow? Atmosphere is pleasant, quality of food is good, but it takes forever for anything to get done. There seems to only be one person for the back of the house and one in the front. I've only been here twice and would come here more often if I didn't have to make sure I don't go on an empty stomach in anticipation of a long wait. I really wish they would rectify this because it would be a great spot. I may go back in the future to see if service improves. It's so unfortunate that a place with so much potential is being held back by slow service.
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Lynners C.
Just came from this place with my sister. Another place to mark off my list. The place was really inviting and the decor is really unique.Very nice ambiance. There were only two other people when we walked in. Service was pretty fast. The water was actually good lol they included a slice of orange, lemon, and cucumber. I felt like Will Ferrell in the movie "The Other Guys". ( Only those who've seen the movie obviously knows what I am talking about) lol. Anyways, I ordered the Fresh Strawberries Crepes and my sister ordered just the crepes with the chocolate sauce. The crepes arrived nicely presented with a scoop of vanilla ice cream with chocolate powder on top. The strawberries was a little sour, but the sweet chocolate countered attacked the sourness. We have yet to order the Savory Crepes, but as far as dessert we were pretty pleased with it and we enjoyed our Crepes during a rainy weather. I will definitely come back to this place to try the Savory Crepes. :))) P.s Prices range from $4-$7.
(4)
Amado R.
Wow, fantastic place; if you're in Fremont stop by and check this place out. Crepe's are out of this world; seasonal fruits, not frozen, batter made from scratch and service #1 comfortable place, lot's of sitting areas, color's very gentle to the eyes, furnishings very classy.
(5)
Gena M.
Light on the purse strings and light on you!! I found this place recently by accident just search'n the yelp pages! I am absolutely delighted and have taken several friends to try Frodo Joe's (misleading title-but amazing crepes!) Their prices range from 6-9 a crepe. They are a full meal or desert depending on what your in the mood for. The crepe is massive and cane come from any flavor, Greek-to-shrimp/bacon-sweet desert combinations! The hearty crepes are served with your choice of a fresh and healthy side. I love the fruit salad (freshly cut and a nice assortment) and the pasta salad is excellent with clear and strong tastes, their are a few other choices as well. They also bring this pretty pitcher of ice water, they put orange slices, cucumber, and other yummy water accents which gives you a pretty display and a light tasting and hydrating COMPLETELY FREE BEVERAGE! Of course they have other beverages on the menu, from coffee specialties to smoothies however the water has been so wonderful and refreshing me and all of my guests haven't order another drink. Which if your keeping track-takes about $5 off the normal bill. Now for two meal crepes, a desert crepe, and a tip I spent about $25! You can get out of there for two people under $20! That's a nice date or a nice breakfast! Even just for a sweet treat! Now for the meal alone you can't beat that price, but this place is more then a great meal! It has been completely redone inside with a beautiful dinning area, a chill area to the left for lounging and over sized chairs and tables that are inviting to say the least. The decor is modern-Buddhist themed-I love it! The walls are done up in glass mosaic and the chef prepares here scrumptious crepe right there so you can watch her! The only thing I would change is there very chill music, however they did play Jack Johnson there the last time and I fell head over heels being such a huge JACK JOHNSON FANATIC! Other then that awesome song play the music is dreary and not as inviting as everything else about this place. Something more modern like low top 40 would be appropriate. I am telling ya if you are close to Fremont (near Paseo Padre and Mowery) pass up the average chipolte, sushi, blah blah blah and have something you may not find anywhere else an AMAZING ONE OF A KIND crepe cafe =) Happy forking ;0)
(5)
Angela C.
Probably one of the best places to go for Crepes in Fremont. The food is great and the coffee is spectacular, way beyond my expectations. Even their water has slices of cucumber, lemon, lime, and mint. The ambiance is way cute- a perfectly cozy lunch spot. BUT: beware the mad lunch rush where business people around the area, their dates, their mothers, and everyone else on the tiny planet of Fremont comes in for lunch. We waited FOREVER for a table, and were basically drooling over our napkins by the time our dishes came out. There was one poor waitress at the time to take orders, bus the tables, and seat people. She seemed rather nonchalant about the ridiculous line of ravenous zombie-work-people in the restaurant. Come, but avoid the weekday lunch rush.
(4)
Queen B.
A friend of mine took me here one day and since then I'm hooked! I was pleasantly surprised when I walked in to see how cute the place is. It looks like the place was outfitted with furniture from Pier 1 Imports. They have a lounge like area to the left for a more casual feel. When you order water it comes in a carafe with cucumber and lime slices, like at the spas. The shrimp-bacon crepe is delicious! For the price, I didn't expect it come be served in a very artistic manner. I love how the sweetness of the crepe harmonizes with the creme sauce. Although I've tried a number of their desert crepes, my favorite so far is the pecan caramel drizzled with rum sauce with a side of ice cream! heaven! Banana chocolate with nutella is a close second. I want to eventually try all of them and will update this review if my favorite changes!
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Derya A.
I've been to other Frodo Joe's, and this one definitely has a more upscale feel to it. It has a restaurant area as well as a raised lounge area. This one also serves cocktails, wine, and beer. The crepes are amazing and filling. The Classic Crepe and Cheese Bacon are delicious and under $10. If you love crepes, you'll love this place. If you're a newbie, get ready to fall in love.
(5)
Jenny L.
I just came here with my sister and her fiance. We were all in a rush so my sister told the waitress and they definitely delivered on their promise. They seated us promptly and our food was came out quickly. We were in and out in under 30 mins which is pretty impressive. The place wasn't too busy when we went which was a plus for us. It was clean and nicely decorated. I appreciated the modern decor. I had a Classic Crepe and Thai Iced Tea. The crepe was good but the Thai Iced Tea was great! They give you a good ratio of ice so it's not watered down. I was actually surprised at the amount they give you. I don't think that I was able to finish it all. Overall, 4 stars for their fast service. Minus one star only because I've had better crepes elsewhere. If I'm back in the area, I will definitely go back and recommend it. I wish I had more room for dessert. There's always next time!
(4)
Stefanie W.
My friends and I were craving for crepes and decided to go to this crepe restaurant instead of the one on Mowry with Thai food. When we enter the store it looked superb! The design was pretty very cafe like. The food there was delicious! However, they got our order wrong twice and it took a long time just to get our food. Also, it took forever to get the waiter's attention. We rose our hands and said "excuse me" but none of the waiters were willing to serve us. We had two waiters and they were both rude and incompetent. Our third waiter was much more competent than the other two and gave us what we needed. We ordered 2 Club House sandwiches and asked to substitute the chicken breast with turkey. They said it was fine. We asked the waiter to repeat the order and we could not even hear her because she was speaking a low voice. One with French bread and one with wheat. But instead they gave us two with FRENCH break and did not make the SUBSTITUTE from chicken to turkey. Also, they also gave us an extra order that we never placed. When we were done eating our sandwiches, we ordered our crepes. We asked for not so crispy crepes, the waiter rolled her eyes and and said "Uh...*sigh* okay..."
(1)
Jacqueline C.
3.5 stars! I liked it! The place has an intimate vibe and cute decor. If we had gotten to sit on the cushy side, I would have felt like I was in a genie lamp! The menu was fairly simple, so I ordered the "Veggie Crepe," with tomato, spinach, and feta. As simple as it sounded, it was quite good! The savory veggies were well complimented by the subtle sweetness of the crepe. The service was a little passive, but still very polite. Interested in trying other savory crepes here in the future...and dessert ones too! Could have used more of a side though...the "side" fruit salad had about 4-5 pieces of fruit total. They were generous with the coffee, though. Happy to see such a cute place open in good ol' Fremont.
(3)
Daryl M.
Hard to find crepe places. Which is surprising because they are tasty, generally reasonably priced and doesn't overly stuff the belly. The atmosphere is pleasant and nicely decorated. As you enter, there is a cozy seating area which is set-up well for enjoying one of their many hot or cold beverages. Set-up for lounging with friends. We ordered a savory and dessert crepe. The savory is served with a choice of side, pasta, mixed fruit, or greek salad. The dish was priced well below $10. They provide flavored ice water containing lemon wedge and sliced cucumber. Nice touch and good flavor. The service was typical for a family owned business, with a young potential family member waiting on the tables. Which I don't mind, but with the slightly upscale feel of the decor it feels like the server should be more refined. Overall a positive experience, good value for your buck, and I will go back.
(4)
Jason G.
Extensive list of Crepes with a global flavor. Plenty to choose from, both sweet and savory. I had the Barcelona and highly recommend it. Friendly staff and prompt service as well.
(5)
Lisa A.
The decor is awesome. Service is ok. I miss the one in fairway though :( This location is soooo much better than the one in San Leandro. I usually order the super crepe with bacon instead of ham. Their sandwiches and smoothies are dope too. Cute little date spot =) I will be back.
(4)
Yang N.
Went there for Saturday brunch with my friend and sat right by the window, hoping for a relaxing and quiet catchup time. Unfortunately, the owner decided that Saturday and specifically in the morning would be the most ideal time to do the cleaning for their signs. What could have been a quiet relaxing brunch was destroy by loud machine noises and workers yelling back and forth. Well, that was bad judgment of the owner and only temporary. Moving on to the food, once again, not a big fan of crepes and wasnt really that hungry. Ordered the classic crepes with chicken, spinach, and fetta while my friend ordered the bacon and avocado. I didnt really eat mine and brought most of it home (bf ate it and apparently loved it, there for the 3 stars). I do believe they are a little heavy on the pesto sauce, which makes the meal quite dense, but if you want to cut your calories, you could probably let them know in advance that you want to hold it on the PESTO. They have the buy 2 and get 1 coupon but didnt really give us till afterward, I bet if you are a regular or even if you are new and ask them for it up front, they'll probably give it to you and you could use that to buy a dessert crepes for free. Nice service, everyone that worked there seemed really nice. Oh, I also ordered their smoothie, the berry balance, not a really big fan of it, it was a little too sweet for my taste.
(3)
Gladys B.
I've been going to this place for almost 2 years. My favorite crepes are the Classic (chicken, pesto, mushrooms, spinach, and substitute feta instead of mozzarella) and the Mocha Cha Cha (mocha cake, nutella, vanilla ice cream). My mouth is watering just typing this review. Food: They have a lot of variety (some of the crepe combos you won't see elsewhere), but are pretty consistent. I like that you can have a side of salad, soup, pasta, veggies, or fruit with the savory crepes. Ambiance: Decor is cute; definitely a much nicer place than it may seem from the outside. The place is not that big but can accomodate large groups if you call ahead. Great place to meet up with friends, go on a date, or have brunch with family on the weekend. Service: I've been disappointed with the service lately. Not sure what happened but the past 2 times I've gone, they haven't been ready to serve when they are supposed to be open (9am). If you are open at 9am, should you be ready to serve customers then? Not sure if it's a staffing issue or what, but I hope it changes.
(4)
Honey H.
Great atmosphere. Good crepes. They even had a few non-traditional crepes, including a corn crepe that was surprisingly very delicious!
(5)
Jasmin Q.
Fave creperie, calm and cozy place good for a nice catching up with friends. Staff are friendly. Food is good they have a huge selection of crepes every crepe that I've had here is always on point!
(5)
Allen J.
Looks like I came here for the wrong thing. Got a smoothie, such was pretty good. The place is nice and quiet, and their bathroom is super nice. Anyway, I'll have to come back and try a crepe and update this review.
(3)
Mitch d.
Came here for my late lunch break. Ordered to go and was hoping to get my food then bounce out. Took awhile, decided I wouldn't have time to hit up the store before work. Changed my order to for here. Took about 40 minutes. I got the romotonga 2001 and a pear smoothie. Crepe was tasteless and the savory mushroom sauce was no where near savory. Waitress gave me a pitcher with water... Didn't bring out a glass til after I was eating... Ridiculous. When I paid for my bill I had to tell her how much the food I ordered was... Ridonculous. Don't go here unless you have a year of your life to waste.
(1)
Surge C.
*Salivating* I have been here twice and both times I have had an exceptional crepe experience. The first time I came I got a mango crepe, which was drizzled with orange sauce- it was pretty yummy in spite of its simplicity. This past weekend, my girlfriends and I decided to come here and get savory crepes and a dessert crepe to share. I ordered the Super Scrambled crepe and substituted the ham with avocado (veggie life!). The crepe came with scrambled eggs, mozzarella, tomato and avocado. I should have opted for a side of Greek salad instead of fruit since I only got 4 pieced of fruit. My friend who ordered her crepe with a side of Greek salad had a heaping portion of it and couldn't stop telling me how yummy the salad was! My only complaint about my crepe is that it had way too much cheese. For the dessert crepe, we decided on the I-Blueberry, which came with blueberries and cheesecake pieces. It was drizzled with chocolate mocha sauce and had whipped cream and chocolate chip ice cream on the side. Best.Dessert.Crepe.Ever. Thank goodness this place is located next to 24 hour...looks like I will be making back to back stops at both places for a while.
(4)
Jacob E.
Came here a while back. Been wanting to go again. They have great creeps, both savory and sweet. The food was delicious.
(4)
No N.
Long wait but totally worth it. Best crepes I had in a long time. Ordered the House Special and added mozzarella cheese. Nutella and strawberry crepe as dessert. Awesome!!
(5)
Su L.
Food looked good, the presentation was good, the ingredients were fresh, and flavor was great. We got a carafe of water with cucumber and citrus fruits in it, which was nice and unexpected. The service staff was really friendly and pleasant, and the ambience was clean, and relaxing. I had a buffalo crepe and my girlfriend had an avocado bacon crepe, both were delicious. Both also came with a choice of sides. We had the fruit cup and the Greek salad, both were high quality, unlike the "free" sides you sometimes get elsewhere, which also taste "free". We also had a strawberry banana smoothie with mango juice, which was a pretty good portion at 24oz, but the flavor was so so. I thought I tasted guava juice, but I'm not sure. Our server did forget about our smoothie, but that was corrected immediately, and she did stop by a couple times to make sure everything was OK. When ordering our food, we also had ordered a dessert crepe for after, which also was forgotten, but it was also immediately brought out after a reminder. Overall, the experience was great except for the serving staff being a little off with the timing. I would definitely come again, but just maybe not for a meal in a hurry.
(5)
Ben F.
Ordered to-go on a saturday. They had many crepe selections that it was really hard to choose from, all looked really good! I ended up going with the California Fresh sandwich - I really enjoyed the sprouts they put in it. Pricing was cheap, food tasted great and I would definitely come back again!
(4)
Angela M.
I have been a great fan of this cafe and in the past have enjoyed the food. However today I was shocked to be told that they do not allow guide dogs for the blind in the cafe. I have taken several working guide dogs in to this cafe before with no problems but today I was turned away. The manager needs to google A.D.A. and get her act together. I will not be going back to a place that discriminates against people with disabilities
(1)
Maggie L.
This has a better decor and atmosphere than Le Moose. I love having a crepe brunch while the sun streams through the gauzy white curtains on a weekend morning. It just feels so much more comfortable with the plush chairs and coordinating colors. In comparison. Le Moose feels like a purple jail with no light. The food is similar, as is the pricing although the crepes are slightly smaller here. My fiance prefers the other restaurant while I prefer this one. Come on a sunny day!
(4)
Brandy A.
I tried this place last Friday. I went with my aunt for a quick lunch. I don't really like crepes but I wanted to give this place a try since they make savory crepes and not just dessert ones. I ordered the Bangkok and the pasta salad and my aunt ordered the Scandinavian (I think that was the name???) with fruit. When I saw them in the plate they were huge! It almost looked unappetizing. But I tried it and I was so surprised by how good it was! Both were absolutely delicious. The crepes were perfect and not thick like I've had. We didn't even get full. Then we ordered dessert which was the strawberry cheesecake crepe. That was REALLY good. 5/5 will go here again.
(5)
Rohini M.
UPDATED REVIEW: Something has changed about this place. They are always out of one sauce or another. Sometimes it's chocolate sauce, raspberry sauce or even zucchini. I mean the place is right next to Raley's - how hard it is to get the missing ingredient on weekend when you know that most people would come for brunch / breakfast ?? Bad planning .. Also the crepes tend to be on sloppier side , not so good and sometimes way too sweet due to ratio of ingredients. Friend of mine also had a lipstick stain on her coffee cup during her first visit to this place. And they give 1 stirrer when we order 2 coffees -seriously ? Are we supposed to share a stirrer ? The other day I got a "straw" as a stirrer - was that a joke ? I don't rate this place as 5 star anymore and will look for better options for crepes near Fremont. Posting a pic of recent "pinkberry" crepe I ordered. I m sure I can make a better crepe than this at home :(((( Old review : Best crepes..!! Place is super nice , I would definitely come back with friends.. Food is awesome ..
(2)
Rachelle R.
My sister took my mom and I here for a girls night out for Mothers Day on Friday night and we had such a great time! The decor is really cute and by cute I mean, perfect for a eharmony/match.com/Christian mingle date. We ordered 3 savory type crepes and 2 dessert crepes. My mom and sister enjoyed their champagne cocktails. I don't remember the name of all of the crepes but I think we had: -Bangkok something (red curry & rice) yum. -Barcelona something (chicken. Tomato. Feta.) it was ok-- -crab. Rice. Egg. Hot sauce crepe. It was ok but I wouldn't order it again. Dessert crepe: -lala loo loo : multi-stacked crepe with different toppings served with ice cream. This was delicious but the crepes seemed more like mini pancakes which I'm not complaining about. - expresso brownie cake: this is probably my favorite. If u like brownies with walnuts and chocolate drizzle with ice cream this is for you. In a nutshell, I loved this place. It wasn't crowded, the food was good, the setting was sweet. Oh! The bathroom is so clean and adorable too! They even have rolled cloth hand towels in a cute basket for you to dry your hands with. I see you Frodo cafe. If you want to go to a place that had a little something for everyone, check it out.
(4)
Jason K.
Was looking for something different while on a job in Fremont. Stumbled on this little gem on Yelp. Kind of a random decor, but the food was really good and solid both savory and dessert crepes.
(4)
A C.
I have been here a few times and I do like it a lot I usually get a sandwich from them and try to switch it up every time I go. Last time I I got a seafood crepe and it was delicious. Good atmosphere great service
(3)
Amanda S.
Great food! Nice place! I would highly recommend this cafe.
(4)
Enrique G.
I love this place. Today is my second time this week. Today I am happier. I ordered the classic (per the staff recomendation) and it is great. I shared it with my girlfriend and then we ordered a couple more sweet ones. The lemon cheesecake crepe is awesome. Try it!! I loved it :) Everything is fresh. Definitely come and try the place :)
(5)
Wendy L.
Wanna try exotic tasting crepes? Frodo Joe's in Fremont is a must try then! My first time here was with my sister & brother in law. We each ordered a different crepe from the "Petit Experience" menu since it sounded different from your usual crepes: -My brother in law ordered the Barcelona 2000 (combo meat, mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, mushrooms, and tomato sauce) -My sister ordered the U.S.A 98 (combo meat, sausage, mozzarella, feta cheese, cheese, mushrooms, roasted garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes) -I ordered the Aix-En-Provence 2004 (dessert & savory crepe: seafood, crab, shrimp, with white creamy mushroom sauce; plain crepe with lemon butter sauce) When our food came out, we each split all of the crepes into thirds so that we can try a little bit of each. And wooow, it was soo delicious that we couldn't decide which one we loved more. They each had their own unique amazing taste. I came back a few more times after this trip. I was a little disappointed in my last visit though since they ran out of shrimp, but overall, still really great food & service. Oh, and the ambience of the place is really nice too. This is definitely a place to try if you're in Fremont! :)
(5)
JeeSoo L.
Was super hungry in the morning and needed a quick bite to eat before heading to work. I was feeling something different from standard breakfast food (bagel, eggs and bacon, etc) so I decided to visit this place instead. OMG I am so happy to have come here! So many options for crepes! I just closed my eyes and pointed at somewhere random on the menu and I got the shrimp pesto crepe. You get many different options for the sides but I got some pasta, aw yes. And the water! They give you water with slices of fruit and veggies inside! Never knew water could actually taste good.
(5)
V K.
An adult version of the Frodo Joe's in San Lorenzo - an extended menu and alcoholic beverages. Portions are a little a little smaller, but the table service, ambiance and thoughtful decor somehow make up for it. Usually, the Avo Bacon is the family fave, but I decided to try the Singapore 03(?) and it was okay, but the kicker was this little unassuming dollop hot chili sauce, I thought was just a decoration...wrong! All of the flavor was in this little itty bitty schmear of a sauce. The crepe was okay, wasn't the greatest, but it was creative - there were some shells in the crap, but that's not an easy ingredient to work with anyway. Peach Bellini was fun, bloody mary was a little watered, but still good overall.
(5)
Kelly R.
This place is amazing. It is kind of hidden so you might not even see it . However, once you are inside it's amazing! The ambiance is awesome; perfect for a date night or a meeting with friends. The crepes: AMAZING. The first time we came we got really simple and basic crepes but since then we've been experimenting and wow there are some of the most amazing and flavorful crepes ever. My favorite is Brazil 2003. They also have fantastic smoothies! I like the Peach Party. The dessert crepes are also amazing (if you even have room for dessert). Yes, the service is a little slow, but the girls who work there do their very best to provide you with the best service. I definitely recommend it!
(5)
Michelle S.
Hands down the most delicious sandwiches and crepes! The vibe of this place just polished off its excellence. Great service, good vibes and great food. Can you ask for more?! The portions are fairly large too! I'll be back!
(5)
Gus C.
they fake af. I was craving some crepes and I was in the area so I was like hey why not go here. it was 8:40. EIGHT FORTY. I walked in and this lady chased me out. for why?! like u close at 9 chill. never coming back. 0 stars. smh. unbelievable fam what typa whack business is this
(1)
Jacqueline K.
I've been to this place probably almost 10 times with my mom, and I always enjoy my meal every time. It's a cute place to go for brunch, with a classy ambiance. Even the bathroom is fancy and has hand towels. I have yet to try their mimosas/sangrias but they are pretty cheap, ~$6 I think. I usually order the bacon avocado mozzarella crepe with spinach and it's always consistently good. Honestly I like all of those ingredients so it's really hard to go wrong. They're pretty generous with the portions as well, such as adding extra bacon on my crepe. I can usually finish the crepe and side (usually I get fruit or salad) and feel pretty satisfied, but not stuffed. I like the espresso here as well. The iced latte is HUGE, probably like 20 oz including ice, and I usually take the rest to-go. Even the water is cute and has mint and fruit infused in it.
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Julie T.
Surprised by what this little cafe dishes out... They made a mean cappuccino! It was the perfect amount of foam that lingered till the last sip and an aroma of coffee that was strong enough to wake me up from a groggy morning. Now the crepe... I ordered the "Classic" which was recommended by the waitress - she said it's the most popular so I couldn't pass that up! It was a savory crepe filled with mushrooms, spinach, chicken and mozzarella. It looked quite small (my greediness speaking), but it hit the spot. I was hoping to get red sauce on the crepe, but it came with a small topping of pesto - which ended up being delish anyway. It also came with a side salad (you can choose from pasta, salad, fruit, or soup... they ran out of soup during my day). Overall, I'm so glad I chose the "Classic" - it was a refreshing brunch. The cafe was clean and filled with locals by the late afternoon. I'd definitely want to try more flavors next time.
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Michelle B.
This is somewhere between 3 and 3.5 more on the 3.5 side. This place has a nice ambiance feel to it. I have been here before and tried a dessert crepe. I cannot remember which one it was, but this time I decided I would try one of their many savory crepes. I had the Shrimp Bacon Crepe, one of the special crepes with a side of fresh fruit. I was slightly disappointed when I saw the amount of fruit I received, just three slices. The picture had shown a cup and that was what I thought I was going to get. Aside from that the crepe itself was good. The shrimp I thought was going to be slightly big shrimp pieces, but they were super tiny baby shrimp, but a plentiful amount of them. The bacon was cooked well. However, towards the end it got a little dry it could have used more sauce. Overall a good meal for lunch.
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Sandy T.
I was pleasantly surprised by this place, cute decor and my food was super good and decently priced. They do their crepes well. This was a great spot for lunch during the work week. Service can be a little slow in general though from being seated, acknowledged, to getting your order and check.
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Kavya T.
Despite its name, the cafe is not too petite. It's pretty spacious. And I've been here a couple of times and it's a great crepe place with an awesome, calm feel to it with all the pebble decorations and buddhas. The dessert crepes are great! Savory ones were okay.
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Andrew M.
Always have seen this place when I drive by, but never went in. Finally today I was craving crepes, and this place popped up. So gave it a try. Came in and it was quiet, only 5 other groups, which meant quick service. Stephanie (sorry if I misspelled your name) was our waitress and she was really friendly, and quick to help us out. We got the LA LA Loo Loo crepe, and it was awesome! We substituted raspberry sauce for Carmel and it was the best choice! I loved the atmosphere, staff was friendly and the food was great. Will definitely come back for more crepes!
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Maggie G.
Stopped by for a quick lunch few days ago and I'm craving it again already! I got the Californian (turkey, avocado & tomatoes) with greek salad ($7.95) perfect combination of everything, I would ask for more pesto sauce on the side. Bf ordered the bacon avocado & mozzarella which was delicious as well, though it was more dry and did get heavy towards the end - hence a sauce on the side would have been great. wish they had a special for two so that we can get a small dessert crêpe, otherwise it's kind of pricey and portions are pretty big.
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Audrey L.
Frodo Joe's Petit Cafe has delicious crepes!! I was happy to find this place in Fremont and my parents and I really enjoyed our selections! I had the spicy vegetarian crepe, my mom had the Hawaiian crepe, and my dad had the seafood crepe. Very reasonable prices (crepes between $8-$10) and they all come with a side dish choice too. Delicious!! I will def be back. They also have a lounge area w/ sofas, and they have a great espresso bar too.
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June Y.
One of the best savory crepes I've had EVER. Frodo's crepes are different from the usual, thicker, more doughy crepes that I'm used to; theirs are thin, crisp, crunchy, & delicious! Serving size is just right for me but the crepes are a little on the smaller side compared to ones served at other creperies (Crepevine, Crepes-a-go-go). But what they're lacking in size, they make up for in flavor and filling! I ordered the Veggie Spicy Crepe ($7.95) which had sun-dried tomatos, pineapples, mushrooms, mozzarella cheese & "spicy" pesto sauce plus a side of fruit. I don't like pineapples so I had that taken out and I have spicy in quotes because I didn't think the crepe was spicy at all (but I'm a spicy eater & have pretty high standards). The crepe was so delicious-it had just the right amount of pesto sauce and filling which worked perfectly with the slight tarty taste of the sun dried tomatoes. I HATE soggy crepes and I really dislike it when restaurants drench the crepes in sauce to the point that your food resembles soggy cereals. I'm glad that Frodo's doesn't drown their crepes in sauce and instead fills your crepe with a delicate blend of sauce and filling :) s3-media1.ak.yelpcdn.com… Service was great, food was delightful, and I will definitely go back to try some of their other crepes :D It's also SUPER close to Fremont Bart so it's a convenient place for commuters to grab lunch or dinner!
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Ron R.
Great crepes and within a nice little hang out cafe! They have a long list of savory, veggie, and dessert crepes that make you wanna try them all. They also have Special crepes like the: Caravan Crepe w/ Italian sausage, sun-dried tomatoes, pepperoncini, spinach, mushrooms, olives, and feta cheese. Shrimp Bacon Crepe - Shrimp, bacon, zucchini, and Mozzarella cheese with creamy pasta sauce. Mongolian Crepe - Roast beef, rice, corn, broccoli, and bell pepper, with Mongolian sauce. E San (Thailand) 90 - Roast beef, rice, broccoli, zucchini, and spicy kra-pao sauce. Good stuff I recommend trying. The dining area is really unique. A Thai theme that makes you just wanna relax; At least in the lounge area next to the kitchen. Even the bathroom gets 5 stars, clean with rolled up cloth towels. We seem to come when it hasn't been busy, so service has always been good. I'd say this would be a great second-third date (maybe a first) place to hang out.
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Selena L.
Very delicious savory and dessert crepes with fresh ingredients every time I visit. The staff are friendly and they always start you off with lemon orange infused ice water. Been there three times already and their crepe quality remains the same. Only suggestion I have is not to go there if you are super hungry, as the cooking time is a bit slow in my opinion. Yet I don't know if is because they don't want to lower the crepe quality that's why they will take extra time to prepare.
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Adele F.
puglyfe. Though the name and the mascot of this crepe & sandwich cafe are somewhat discordant, the dishes are tasty. This place leans toward thicker, doughier crepes over thin, crispy crepes, probably so that it can hold the fillings and toppings better. My friend ordered a savory and a sweet crepe, the first being the SEAFOOD DELIGHT with shrimp, crab, and mozzarella cheese, served with a side of pasta. $8.95 ( s3-media4.ak.yelpcdn.com… ). The tiny delicious shrimp and melted cheese were delicious. After he cleared that, he got the I-BERRY BLUEBERRY with cheesecake and blueberries over a chocolate mocha sauce, $7.95 ( s3-media3.ak.yelpcdn.com… ). The vanilla cheesecake layer isn't evenly distributed, with more in the middle than the outskirts, so you may have a crepe sans cheesecake if you cut small slivers off the sides before working your way in ( s3-media1.ak.yelpcdn.com… ). Oh, and they serve a scoop of ice cream on the side, mm. I opted for the MOCHA CHA-CHA CREPE with mocha cake and a caramel&mocha sauce, $7.95 ( s3-media3.ak.yelpcdn.com… ). This is essentially a crepe with a thick layer of brownie/fudge inside, topped with chunks of brownie/fudge, powdered sugar, sitting in a pool of diluted chocolate sauce ( s3-media2.ak.yelpcdn.com… ). On the side is a flourish of whipped cream and a scoop of chocolate chip ice cream, yum. Of the two dessert crepes, I thought the blueberry cheesecake was slightly better than the mocha cha-cha due to my affinity for ripe blueberries and rich cheesecake. Also,I didn't really like the flavor of the brownie/fudge, as it seemed to artificial for me. The dessert crepes get soggier faster because of the sauces, but the contrast between the blandness of the crepe and the sweetness of the filling is fantastic.
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Vicky N.
Went here late afternoon on a Thursday with my friend to try out their crepes. FYI alot of the meats used in their crepes are deli meats like turkey and chicken. If you are particular about your meats, I would definitely ask them before placing your order. We ordered the veggie spicy and Italian sausage crepe. There were only two other customers in the restaurant, yet service was extremely slow. Food took about 30min to come out. The spicy crepe which supposedly had spicy pesto was topped with a sauce that resembled sweet and sour sauce. Disgusting. It definitely was not pesto! The crepe was too thick and very soggy. :( Italian crepe was okay, nothing great. The sides we ordered: Greek salad and pasta salad were soooo dry! I don't think they put any dressing on either salad. We even ordered dessert to give them another try. Looloo lala looks better then it tasted. Crepes were as thick as pancakes! I'm not sure whether to laugh or cry because of how terrible the food tasted. Pretty disappointed by the place.. Not sure if they had new cooks back there or if it's just a bad day :/ I definitely would not recommend coming here if you are looking for thin, crispy crepes with quality ingredients. I prefer Le moose.
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Nelly Y.
Nice decor -Tiny portions but tasty -Really good chai latte -Customer service could be better -Dessert crepes are perfectly portioned and delicious -Overall, this place is alright. I'd rather go to Le Moose Cafe for tastier crepes and generous portions.
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Hailey O.
The crepes are great, but the service is horrible. You order and wait about 20-25 minutes for your food if it's busy or not. When I ordered to go, I had ordered specifically 15 min before I got there to make sure my order was ready to be picked up and paid for as soon as I walked in. Once I got there I paid and my order still wasn't done. I had to wait an extra 15 minutes. Safe to say, I was unhappy and late to work.
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Jamie V.
Yesterday I had lunch here and all new staff. Not sure if it's new ownership but it was the longest wait I have ever experienced there. This time the crepe was oily and before it wasn't like that. I ordered the same crepe as I have been each time. I was there at 12pm and finished at 1:30pm not cause I wanted to but just cause everything took forever. I am so use to having a quick meal and be on the go. Even to refill the water took so long.
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Ashika M.
Delicious crepes. It's always hard for me to decide what to have because if the variety they offer. The coffee is also really tasty. The staff is excellent. I wish I could remember our waitresses name, but she was great. They also have a nice and cozy atmosphered setting. I just wish they offered larger portions.
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Gaurang K.
Amazing veggie crepes. Love the spicy pesto and regular pesto. Ingredients are fresh and tasty.
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Steph V.
Crepe heaven. I've been here a few times for an occasion, to catch up with a friend and each time I had the same experience. Plentiful menu Sweet & savory choices, although portions are on the small end Fruit infused water Outdoor patio, gets full so try and snag a seat early Thick, creamy milkshake (chocolate banana was yummy) Bathroom, impeccable I knocked a star off for the pricing because my appetite needs more than just a few bites to satisfy my hunger. But, don't be swayed. This places has a delightful atmosphere that definitely leaves an impression.
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Elaine N.
What a cute little cozy cafe. Did not expect this place to feel so comfortable and homey. We ordered mixed berries and walnut apple cheesecake crepes. The crepe itself was not spectacular. Rather, it fell short of taste and texture. We also ordered their banana mocha freezer, felt like the woman that work their made it wrong. It was just very odd that it doesn't come out to be cold as emphasize "freezer". However, they made up with their friendly customer service. I admitted this place is just fun and nice to hang out. Very relaxing with all the lounging area and soothing music in the background. The decoration is nice too! I will give this place another try, this time I'll try their savory crepes!
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Rashmi P.
Yummy crepes !!! So light & flavorful. Must try banana & chocolate crepe. Also spinach , mushroom & cheese - super awesome. Very reasonably priced .
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Gurlene K.
Delicious crepes, way overpriced though. Service isn't very great either. Would want to keep coming but those two points need major working on. Nice interior decor too.
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Adelina G.
I've been here many times and today 3/12 will be my last. My order was taken at 11:40 and I sat for over an hour without my drink order even being brought out. I was so fed up, every single table was complaining. There was a lady who ordered togo after me who was at the register yelling about her long wait for her food. Two tables walked out, and finally after giving them over 65 minutes for my food, I was forced to walk out myself. The slowest service I have ever received in my life by far!
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Magas F.
This is my second time on the place. These crepes are like the ones in Paris. Thin and delicious :)
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Ya K.
The atmosphere is very nice, good for hanging out with friends! The crepes are decent, the portion is "healthy" for a girl--you are 80% full. Good if you want something light! However, if you are a guy or have a big appetite, I think this place will not satisfy you. The pricing are average to higher for crepes--I never understand why crepes are considered to be something expensive in the US. However I never try any drinks here. So no comment. I will only go when I need a place to hang out and eat something light.
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Maggie X.
This place has that little place on the corner sort of feel, but it's a cute, quaint small restaurant. The interior is nicely designed, with sofas and lounging chairs on one end and tables on the other. It does feel slightly cramped just because it's a small space with a lot of furniture crammed inside, but it doesn't seem to be overly crowded most of the time, so it's not really an issue. I really liked that their water comes in one of those old-fashioned glass bottles, and there are pieces of cucumber, strawberry, and citrus fruits floating around inside. That extra little touch is always nice. Thailand crepe (with sauce on the side) and fruit salad: ( yelp.com/biz_photos/frod… ) My friend was getting a sweet crepe, so I thought I'd try a savory one and balance it out. This came with beef, broccoli, zucchini, and a spicy sauce, which I asked for on the side. The waitress let me know that they were out of broccoli, so I substituted in sun-dried tomatoes. The crepe itself was cold and a little rubbery, which was not palatable. The vegetables seemed a little dry too, as if they'd been sitting out for too long. The rice was average, the beef was dry as well, and overall bland. Maybe it would've been better if the sauce had been on, but it looked oily and unappetizing as well, so I left it off. Even so, the not-so-fresh ingredients and overall preparation of the crepe did not impress me. The fruit salad on the side, which comprised of pineapple, honeydew, and cantaloupe, was fresh and juicy. I-Berry Blueberries Crepe: ( yelp.com/biz_photos/frod… ) This was significantly better than the savory crepe! The crepe itself was crispy and well-done; the texture was very near perfect, in my opinion. The actual cheesecake inside was a little heavy, but mixed in with the crispiness of the crepe, it was a great contrast of texture with every bite. The blueberries were fresh and sweetened by the mocha sauce, which didn't overwhelm the other ingredients. There's also a dollop of ice cream on the side, which I didn't try, but my friend said was pretty good. Based on my experience, I'd go back and give their sweet crepes another try, but stay away from the savory ones.
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Charrise L.
A three because I finally got a crepe with food inside. A three because the place had a sewer odor when I walked in. A three because I had to wrastle the owner for a refill of coffee(?). A three because the owner made me a crepe and the only thing inside was 2 pieces of bacon(dry), when I asked for extra pesto sauce. The owner seems out of touch with her customers.
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Charisse B.
Cutely decorated little place. Had a savory and sweet crepe here, and both were delicious. I would make another visit here when I'm in the area.
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Christina L.
Each time I come here, I'm more and more disappointed. The service is extremely slow and the portions are small (especially considering the long wait involved!). I had the House Special Veggie Crepe this time, and it hardly filled up half the plate. The fruit that came with the meal consisted of only 2 slices of strawberry, 1 slice of pineapple, 1 slice of cantaloupe, and 1 slice of honeydew - all small slices. The crepe itself was alright, but not worth the wait. The avocado was really good, but the rest was forgettable. Not planning to come back, I've gave this place plenty of chances.
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Nemo L.
Went there around 10:30am on Saturday morning. Only one other table was occupied when we got there, and by the time we left, there were no new customers coming in! I really don't like the feeling of eating in an empty restaurant. As far as the menu, I agree with the other Yelpers that they do have a wide selection. But it's not always a good thing. My BF ordered E san, a Thai Style savory crepe and I ordered La La Lou Lou, a dessert crepe. E san is basically some very spicy Asian fusion beef/rice stir-fry mixed in a crepe. It tasted weird and not fresh. The stir-fry itself is below par compared to average Thai restaurants. To make it worse, stir-fry just doesn't go with crepe! What a creative but bizarre combination. La La Lou Lou tastes ok, you can't go wrong with nutella+banana. But don't be fooled by the description, it says 5 layers of crepes but turns out to be 5 layers of small pancakes. What a disappointment! In the end, my BF got food poisoning. It must be caused by the E San, which was not fresh and/or under cooked. BTW, it's slightly on the pricey side, $9 for savory crepes and $8-$9 for dessert crepes.
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Debbie M.
Savory and sweet crepes, our party of four was very pleased. For lunch on a Saturday the restaurant was packed, we were surprised how quickly we still got served. The La La Loo Loo sweet crepe is a masterpiece.
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Megan W.
Very delicious crepes. I go here often for lunch and dessert. The only downside is the limited hours. Frodo Joes is so cute and cozy on the inside.
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Rina M.
Decent crepe/sandwich/drink selection but mediocre in terms of actual taste. This place is located in that complex with Raley's and 24 hour fitness right next door, pretty easy to find. The decor is simple and clean but the food is slightly underwhelming. I tried the Tuscany crepe which had tomatoes/pesto/mozzarella. The crepe itself was cooked well but the filling was nothing special and come to think of it, not very filling. Each dish comes with a side of Greek, pasta, or fruit salad. My friend got the chicken pesto sandwich and didn't have rave reviews about it, either. I recommend this place if you want a light, simple meal but don't expect anything incredible. PS- yeah, the drinks they serve are ginormous. A glass of sangria comes in its own carafe, not a bad deal for $6!
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MB H.
Quaint little cafe with casual atmosphere. Didn't see any high chairs though for my little one. We ordered the Santa Fe crepe and the La La Lo Lo crepe. The food was fantastic. Side salad was very fresh. Our favorite was the La La Lo Lo crepe with towering strawberries, bananas, whip cream, and ice cream! I don't like sweets but it was mouth watering.
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Christina U.
Went for the first time todY for lunch. Been wanting go try since it's super close to my house . It's a cute space,Nicely decorated. Our food came out fast and it's clean there. I ordered the Classic crepe with chicken mushroom spinach and cheese. Super good. I didn't want to finish it all because I wanted to save room for dessert. My friend didn't like her turkey & avocado crepe. She says she's had way better from Crepevine in Palo Alto. Our dessert was the espresso brownie with Nutella and bananas . It was extremely delicious. HOWEVER, they didn't have noted anywhere that the brownie would have walnuts. My friend is allergic! Luckily she caught it before she ate it. I was upset because people can be allergic to these things and it wasn't clear on their menu. Other than that, would only come for their dessert and if I don't want to drive far. The service wasn't great. Had to call for their attention a few times and the restaurant wasn't even busy. Major dock off that.
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April S.
I have SO much to say about this place, so be prepared. Came here with the BF and a good friend of ours to eat some crepes! I've been to the San Lorenzo location before (but I found out there's different owners.) I didn't expect the decor and setting to be so nice at this location, but it was! I fell in love as soon as we walked in. My BF and I continued to order our Strawberry and Nutella crepe, with a glass of milk. The lady taking our order seemed so unhappy. We didn't feel very welcome. But hey, everyone has their bad days right? When the girl brought out our crepes she didn't really interact much. Just kinda dropped the plates and left. I tried talking to her but, she wasn't interested at all. YUCKIEST part: The milk my BF ordered tasted sour. YES Sour. I went up to the lady and told her, she looked at me like I was crazy and didn't believe me. Why would I lie about that? But, she gave me the 2 dollars back which was nice. But I could hear her and the other worker whispering in the back about how they think we were lying. RIDICULOUS customer service. OH and after reading those reviews about the band-aid some people found in their crepes..... I'm DEFINITELY not coming back here.
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Decy J.
Came here today with my family, we seat ourselves cause no one greeted us, we had to leave,because we've asked for waters twice , the waiter never brought it, we tried to get her attention 3rd times she basically just ignored us.this place always have different waiter when we come here, but the one tonight, is just plain rude, unfriendly, no customer service skills. Too bad cause we'll always come here for crepes, even though their portions are smaller than other places.not family friendly place.
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Allie A.
This is my 2nd time eating here. And it's such a cute place to eat. I'd give it five stars, but the service was really slow.... For no reason. There were only four parties in the restaurant in the middle of the day. But it took forever for our waitress to take our orders, bring us our food, and give us our bill. She actually didn't even give us the bill, my friend & I actually had to get up and ask the guy washing the dishes up front to help us pay the bill. Maybe they were short staffed, or our waitress was just having an off day. Who knows! I won't hold the slow service against them. Overall it's a nice place. My only request is that they add lemonade to the menu.. lol!
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Ryan D.
This place is nice, but the specialty crepe was a little small for $8. Sister-in-law ordered a desert crepe - something I will try when I come back. Prompt and polite service, gorgeous wall-to-wall and the bathroom is very clean.
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Clarissa R.
Now easier to find because their sign says "Le Petit Cafe," not Juice Zone! The crepes are still excellent, both savory and sweet, and it's getting really busy at lunchtime. Try the one with chicken, feta, and cashews--I know it sounds strange, but it's incredibly delicious as a combination. (All I want to make this place perfect is more comfortable chairs and a butter & sugar crepe on the menu ... and wifi.)
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sheila s.
I didn't even order the food!!! I walked in here on a quiet Saturday afternoon and the women at the counter glared at me. It was my first time there so I was trying to get my barings and figure out if it was coffee house-ish...or more resturant-y. She made me feel so unwelcome...I couldn't walk out fast enough. So sad...I was so excited to see something different in Fremont.
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Santosh G.
Yummmyy Yummy crepes. The best crepes I ever had in entire bay area. Crepes are so tasteful and soft. Lot of options to choose from. Decent interior, decent staff, decent ambience and excellent crepes!!! I will not end up leaving without a minimum order of 2-3 different crepes. Hightly recommeded for crepes lovers (they go NUTS !!!)and who wants to have best crepes.
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Mj J.
This place is clean, nice ambiance but the service is quiet complicated. Overall is a good place to relax and have a cup of hot tea with your meal. Love this place. I like the ambiance and as well as the setup of the place. It's lovely and discreet. ;)
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Maria K.
I was driving from the city to Napa when a crepe craving hit and luckily this place was close to the freeway to save the day. They have a selection of the more standard flavors, but also some variations influenced by world travels. I thought that was a very interesting and unique idea for moving from beyond the standard crepe flavors. I really enjoyed my bacon avocado crepe and also tried bites of the banana and chocolate. For a place that mainly serves a more casual crepe, I was very impressed with the class level of the decor. They have an assortment of more comfy bench seating, more typical table and chairs and plenty of worldly inspired pictures and accessories. Super classy indeed. I am happy that Frodo Joe's was part of my weekend adventure to Napa and can't wait until I am back to try more of their crepe flavors!
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Anjelica C.
we enjoy coming here every so often. i always have to read through the entire menu before ordering because the items have such slight differences between them and i forget which one i like. all the savory crepes come with pesto sauce on top. they have some pretty random crepes on the menu but i usually stick to the typical chicken/cheese/veggies ones. service can often be slow as they usually only have 1 person serving and 1 person cooking. but they're friendly, so if you're not in a rush, it's not a big deal. just tried their thai tea last time and it was great!
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Rick G.
No gluten free options and no WiFi. Never been to a cafe with no WiFi.
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Ralph F.
Slow Service. Especially during Lunch! Visited for the first time around 1:30pm on a weekday. It appeared the Lunch Rush had died down (4 customers seated). The ambience is nice but you can't tell if they are going to seat you or not. After a minute of standing by the first table, I decided to seat myself since nobody acknowledged me. They seemed Understaffed and it showed (1 waitress and 1 cook). It only took 7 few minutes for her to bring me a menu, take my order and bring me water. But it took 30 minutes for me to get my crepe. And after driving there, finding parking and being helped, there was hardly time for me to eat! The menu has several options and is far from your typical creperie. I loved the personal Carafe of ice water they brought me with a slice orange and cucumber in it. I ordered the Chicken Cashew Crepe (with Greek Salad) because it had Feta Cheese in it and was underwhelmed. The chicken, feta and pesto all give it a Mediterranean taste, which I craved, but the cashews threw the whole thing off (seemed too Asian for this combination). I would have much rather preferred some spinach or tomatoes in place of the cashews. The salad on the other hand was just right. Contrary to one another reviewer said, the crepe and salad were more than filling. The cashews made it more filling and there were way too many so I picked out some of them. While i ate I noticed 3 of the customers ahead of me all go to the register to pay so I assumed that they don't bring you the bill. After finishing my lunch I got up to pay and the cook asked if I needed something and said they'd bring me the bill. So I sat and waited for the waitress to get to me. After spending nearly my entire lunch hour there, I didn't have time to wait for her to run my credit card so I had no choice but to pay cash and include the tip. I probably won't be back during my lunch hour unless I know I have more than an hour to kill. The next time I'm craving crepes I'll probably try the Seafood or Classic Crepe and hope that they have more than just 2 staff members working.
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Cecile K.
The food and drinks are delicious, but the service could use some work. I came in around 11am to grab a quick bite, but it nearly took what felt like 35-40 mins for the food to come out. All my friends and I had ordered were 1) shrimp pesto crêpe, Tuscany crêpe, and a tuna avocado sandwich. Don't get me wrong, the employees are really friendly but I do believe they need another food preparer, especially when it's peak times. Other than the service, the ambiance is really cozy and tidy. For those of you first timers, it really doesn't hurt to give this place a try. I have no doubt you'll like the food!
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Debora S.
Amazing crepes! Look beautifully presented and taste wonderful, both savory & sweet styles. Salads are great too!
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Minty O.
Delicious crepes! I meet my business partners here for our monthly meeting and the crepes are awesome. Nice decor, too. We had savory crepes and shared a dessert crepe. Yum! Eat here! :)
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Ivonnie S.
The first thing I noticed was the beautiful decorations! The environment inside the cafe is really pleasant, good for conversations over drinks and snacks (or a meal). In terms of food, they have crepes and sandwiches - not much else. There are the more typical crepes (pesto chicken, breakfast crepe with eggs and ham and such, etc.); then there are the special crepes (such as Shrimp Bacon Crepe, which I tried recently); and the Around the World crepes (with crepes from a variety of places around the world, such as Thailand and Italy.) Maybe it's just the way the menu is, but although the concept of Around the World crepes was appealing, after reading the descriptions for each crepe, I wasn't very interested. M did try one of the new crepes though, the Tom Yum Crepe. - Tom Yum Crepe: filled with shrimp (the very very small kind), chicken, and LOTS of fluffy rice; served in a pool of tom yum sauce. The sauce was barely spicy and not very flavorful, and there was NOT enough of it! Too much rice as well. Overall, the crepe was a bit dry and bland. - Shrimp Bacon Crepe: more of the super-small shrimp, plus cheese and zucchini; and pesto and strips of bacon on top. This had a lot more flavor than the Tom Yum Crepe (probably because of the cheese, bacon and pesto, which are all pretty flavorful naturally), and it wasn't so dry. I liked this one much more. Overall: great ambience, good service, mediocre food. I'll probably be back to try a dessert crepe sometime, but I think I still prefer Le Moose Crepe Cafe's savory crepe (plus Le Moose has more variety! Lots of Thai food nomnom)
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Melita A.
I love the food here. I recommend the California and their pasta salad is delicious! The service is slow.
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Mary C.
Today new people. Always been a bit slow, but this is ridiculously slow. Very disappointed. Chai Tea is hot and very good as we wait.. what is the owner thinking? One new waitress and a new cook.....
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Tiffany Michelle L.
I came here to meet up a friend to borrow a book called Habits, from a former classmate, I hadn't seen since I graduated. This cafe is located right next to the Paseo Padre 24 hour fitness, and the Sweet Tomatoes restaurant. I ordered a mocha it was nice - strong, and smooth. A great pick me up, since I just worked out in a Zumba class at the 24 Hour Fitness gym, before that earlier in the day - I had went to work. It was a nice relaxing atmosphere, with coffee tables and couches. There are also regular table seating as well. So, we ended up talking for a few hours, and said good bye. The service was very kind and helpful, because initally we didn't order anything. We only had water to drink, we sat there so long that we got a refill on water lol. They were so kind, they were not rude and didn't pressure us to order anything. We didn't order anything until 15 minutes before they closed! I didn't want to ruin the effects my workout, so I didn't order a crepe. I did see them making crepes and those looked delicious, but I wasn't tempted enough.
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Stephanie T.
My son and I have included Frodo Joes in our weekly weekend routine. We always come here for brunch and sit in the same corner spot under the beautiful buddha hanging on their stone brick wall. The atmosphere is relaxing and I always leave feeling satisfied and happy. I always order the classic and my son creates his own crepe. He LOVES their fruit, as it is incredibly fresh! I am in love with their pasta salad with goat cheese. Their mochas are always a great pick me up. The staff is very attentive and sweet. The restaurant is always clean. I LOVE that they bring you water in a glass jug with a slice of cucumber, lemon and an orange in it. Keep up the great work!
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Jen H.
3.5 solid stars for the food. Extra 0.5 star for the ambiance and decor. A friend from NYC came to visit us. We decided to meet here. The crepes were okay. We ordered 3 total crepes. 2 savory and 1 sweet. There was a wide range of crepes. Nothing special.
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Binnie C.
Mind blown by how bad the service was. Four of us came in for a late lunch. There were only four other tables seated. It took us an hour to get our food. Yes, the crepes are good. Worth an hour wait? Not really. For some reason, my five year old (who ordered a super easy berry crepe) was served last instead of first - you know, like most restaurants do. Luckily, she's more patient than I. Not so luckily, when I took her to the bathroom, her plate was cleared. Without asking. We came back and it was gone. The other people we were with were talking and hadn't even noticed anyone came by and took a nearly full plate of food away. From my kid. So. Rude. I won't be back. If you have children, definitely skip this place.
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Erasmo A.
One of the best Crepes I ever had and incredibly cheap. It's so great to have a place like this, and not a chain, in my neighborhood.
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Bernadette P.
Love coming here. This is by far one of my comfort foods. I walk in and always greeted so kindly. I come here so much, the waitress (I need to get her name, very tall and petite) just asks me, "The usual?" and it always comes out perfect! I always order the cheesy spinach with the Greek salad no feta, add bacon and the spicy pesto on the side. So good! And it's enough to keep you full and not over stuffed.
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tawny w.
I tried their chocolate crepe. Pretty good and decently priced. Comes with a scoop of vanilla ice cream which is a plus! My friends ordered savory crepes paired with salads. I had a bite of the seafood crepe and I'm glad I got my chocolate crepe! You can tell the seafood is the frozen kind and the shrimps were tiny! I'd probably come back for a desert crepe, but definitely not for a savory one..
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Samantha S.
Very pleasantly surprised by this tiny little place in Fremont. Don't let the drab generic strip mall exterior fool you. The interior is very nice and welcoming. The bathroom was very clean (always a big plus). We got the spicy veggie crepe and the Santa Cruz 91 crepe. We were shocked at how amazingly tasty they were. These were by far the best crepes we've ever had. I really wish these folks were in downtown Mountain View instead of the Crepevine! These folks make crepes that far surpass anything I've ever tasted at Crepevine! We both liked the spicy veggie crepe the best. The Santa Cruz 91 crepe was very tasty, but you really need to be a garlic and feta fanatic to love this crepe. There were about 10 FULL CLOVES of roasted garlic in the Santa Cruz Crepe, which is fabulous for garlic lovers! Be wary if you're not trying to ward away vampires for the next year! But the garlic gloves were roasted and delicious! There was a TON of feta cheese also, which was delicious, but a bit much. I was hoping for more veggies and a bit less cheese. But, still very tasty. The spicy veggie crepe was just unbelievably spectacular. The pesto plus spice plus the tang of the pineapple was just a completely new taste combo that worked really well together. There were SO many options to choose from including many vegetarian options, so we were impressed by the variety. It was difficult to decide. We wanted to try a sweet crepe, but the main dishes were big enough that we decided to go back to try the sweet options. We definitely plan to go back to try out the other savory crepes too! As others have said, the service was ok. We went at a low-traffic time, so the wait was very short. But, the staff could have been a lot more friendly and welcoming. It was quite obvious that they didn't want to be there. But, they were nice and friendly enough. It would have been nice had they come to our table more often rather than us trying to track them down. But, it was ok because there were only 3 tables filled when we were there. Highly recommended!
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Leslie P.
Six friends & I came here on a Sunday for lunch. The wait for aseat was about 10 minutes. I ordered the Mozzarella & Avocado crepe and added tomatoes and spinach. My crepe was filled with mushrooms, tomatoes, spinach and melted mozzarella cheese. It was topped with a few slices of avocado, a slice of tomato and drizzle of pesto sauce. I enjoyed my veggie crepe, but it wasn't the best crepe ever. I'd say for Fremont, Le Moose is better. The pesto sauce did not contain nuts at all, which I find weird because that's what pesto is...basil, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil and cheese. Two waitresses confirmed that there were no nuts in it. They should really call it something else then. The service was quite slow. There was a long wait them for our orders to be taken, for our food to arrive, and for them to take our money after the bill came! Luckily, my friends and I haven't gotten together in a really long time, so it was just good catching up during those down times.
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Nataliya V.
My first 1 star review seriously( We wanted to try this place so bad, but when we came here today around 4pm it was closed (waitress told us it was even though we saw people eating inside...). And yelp says it's open until 9pm. Update your info please and hire nicer stuff! If it would be minus star I would give it to this place. Wasted so much time(
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Janice T.
Party of three went on a weeknight. We were seated right away. I informed our server that we we had a movie to catch in 45 minutes so we needed to order right away. We ordered two seafood crepes and a banana nutella crepe. When our server repeated our order, she said strawberry crepe instead of banana, so I corrected her. Something must have been lost in translation because we ended up with a strawberry banana crepe. No big deal. Anyway, I loved the ambiance. It was cozy and elegantly casual. I think it is a nice and affordable date place. However, I personally thought the food was just average. The seafood crepe was not as savory as I wanted it to be; I found it a bit dry. The strawberry banana crepe was nothing great either. They could have been more generous with their filling. If it were my first time to eat at a creperie (and didn't know better), I would have given this place a 4-5 star rating. I wouldn't mind giving this place another try though. Maybe I'll just order something different next time. And I'll make sure to not be in a hurry so I can truly enjoy the experience.
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Belinda T.
Hmmm... a convenient crepe place with delicious looking pictures located.... right next tot he gym.. alright i'm sold. I had to stop here at least once after the gym. So we walk in... and I guess it's a seat yourself situation because there was no hostess. We find a table to accommodate the 5 of us and it only takes about 5 minutes or so to get us our menus... However, after that it was some time before we saw a server again to take our orders and even longer to get our food minus stars for that. We ordered a berry smoothie (which tasted delicious after a workout), a marshmallow mocha, and they conveniently placed a karaf of water that had a slice of orange, lemon, and cucumber on our table. We went with the California sandwich no mayo on wheat, that was supposed to come with a side of oriental chicken salad but showed up with greek salad and it had taken so long to come out in the first place we just took it, a full size order of greek salad (full size contains chicken, side does not), a bacon cheese crepe with a side of pasta salad, and a strawberry banana dessert crepe. The dessert crepe came with 2 scoops of ice cream, the fruit in it was not flavorful though, the savory crepe however, was delicious. The perfect crisp, and temperature. The prices are very reasonable as well, maybe we just came on a busy afternoon. The savory crepe was delicious though, and it may be worth another trip back to give it another go.
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Lea L.
I love this place! The crepes here are nice and crispy, and the fillings have always been good. Perfect brunch fare, and I'm a biiig fan of their Thai iced tea and the infused water. Service is ok, the decor is gorgeous(their bathroom is so pretty and clean too). Just a warning tho, the crepes here are smaller than Le Moose.
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Mike M.
Great looking place and amazing Crepes, ordered the Brazil and La la loo loo crepe for two people. Great tasting crepes. Definitely going to go back to try other ones on their menu. Very reasonably priced.
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Mike T.
The place looks nice and comfortable. Coffee is quite good, their selecting of crepes is pretty big. Mine was not good but my friends like theirs... I would give them another try if they were closer to me... Overall, portions are good and people are nice.
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Brandi F.
The overall appearance is nice. A Thai and buddhist theme with fabric covered chairs and fresh roses on the tables. I'm a softy for fresh flowers in restaurants. The reggae music wasn't really fitting though... It started to go south once we received our menus. The menus were held together with Scotch tape and there were several places where stickers had been placed over items that were no longer available. Cutting corners with something that is as visible as your menu makes us wonder about where else they're cutting corners. The water was brought to the table in a nice, large carafe. It was flavored with slices of orange, lemon, lime and mint. I would've preferred that they stick with one or two flavors, but hey, it was free! My bf ordered the bacon avocado crepe, based on the suggestion of the waitress, with a side of fruit (the soup was no longer available). One look at the bacon and we knew something was amiss. The bacon felt and looked old. We asked if the bacon was cooked fresh and the waitress said, no, so we asked for it to be made again with freshly cooked bacon. She returned a few moments later with a menu, saying that the bacon is all the same - pre-made and microwaved. They would rather serve microwaved than use their capable grill to make fresh?! For a $9 crepe, you should be able to expect at least some fresh bacon! He didn't order anything else, being turned off. I asked about a mocha, but the machine was down. (*Note: they do have Nutella on premises and will make mochas using it when the machine is running again! Yay!). I had ordered the Classic crepe. The ingredients were chicken, spinach, mushroom, and cheese. It was okay. The chicken was a bit tasteless and cut up into really tiny pieces. I also ordered fruit as my side - it consisted of one cube of watermelon and single slivers of honeydew, pineapple, and apple. There were still seeds in the watermelon - and they'd turned brown. The apple had a strange chemically taste, as if the knife that they used had been sitting in a strong cleaner beforehand. All in all - not worth $9. My thoughts - this place has potential, but the owners are ruining it by mismanaging the place. Get someone in there that knows how to run a successful business and make your customers happy! My notes: 1) Get a chalk menu board (customize it daily if you want!) and organize the place for customers to place their orders and pay at the register. 2) Reorganize the floor to make it more inviting - getting rid of the large structure just inside of the door that takes up space and makes it confusing for people as they enter. 3) buy fresh ingredients - and not from the grocery store next door, which is not priced for restaurant bulk. 4) no reggae music. Seriously. Your restaurant doesn't have that kind of vibe.
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Adelina S.
Love this little cafe. The crepes are delicious...I've had the shrimp pesto twice now and the Mixed Berry...Yummy. The exterior is very deceiving. The interior is very comfortable, very inviting...I love the water fountain. The ladies are very friendly and always smiling...Also the bathroom was very clean.
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Angela E.
Love their crepes! Crispy, fluffy, savory goodness! I usually only have fruits and nutella with my crepes and after trying their Mocha cha cha, I couldn't wait to go back for more. The second time around I decided to be "daring" so I ordered their buffalo crepe which consisted of turkey, chicken, ham, bacon, spinach, mushroom, and cheese. It was delicious as well. Now I don't think of crepes as just dessert, it's pretty darn good any meal of the day! Oh and not to mention their cucumber orange water...very nice.
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Farrah F.
Good stuff! I had lunch here with a friend (or more accurately, I had lunch and we split a dessert since he'd just eaten lunch). I got a spicy veggie crepe (sundried tomatoes, mushrooms, pineapples. mozzarella cheese with spicy pesto sauce) with a side of fruit and we split a mixed berry crepe (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries with raspberry + orange sauce). It was really hard to decide between the blueberry cheesecake one (cheesecake with blueberries with chocolate mocha sauce) and the mixed berry one, so we actually flipped a coin, haha. The side of fruit just included four pieces, but better than nothing? :O The crepes were super delicious and pretty filling. Ambiance was nice and it seems like it'd be a pretty cool place to chill for a while (we stuck around and talked for a while and didn't get any dirty looks, so that was nice, haha). Service was a little less friendly than I'm used to though. Definitely not mean or anything, but it just felt like a bit of warmth/friendliness was missing.
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Scott R.
Dinner was ok but the dessert was wrong twice. Will have them remove from bill. Simple request was screwed up twice.
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Puneet K.
I came here with my friends. Decor is nice but the service is horrible. Don't think this is a place to come and leave in an hour. The wait for your food is more than a hour.
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Crystal H.
My bf and I came across this place after the art and wine festival. It wasn't busy around 2-3:00 in the afternoon. We ordered the mixed berry crepe dessert with 2 scoops of ice cream. It was ok, nothing really special. The price is pretty decent. They also serve alcoholic beverages! I would like to try their savory crepe next time and try their adult beverages. Small, cute cafe. Service was ok., but we did wait a long time for our ice water.
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Tiffany S.
First of all the service here isn't that great. My group and I were waiting at the front of the restaurant for more than 5 minutes before anyone even acknowledged us. The crepes are OK, they have an interesting menu but my Singapore crepe had a bland flavor even though it looked tasty on the menu.
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Karen L.
This is a great place for brunch, lunch, snack, dessert, or whichever. The decor and interior was quite lovely, also unexpected! The cafe was fancier than I anticipated and it really blew me away. They have a GREAT selection of food crepes! Frodo Joe's also caters to the vegetarian's out there, so don't you worry! Every meal crepe comes with a little side as well. You can choose between pasta salad, greek salad, or fruit. I ordered the Cheese Bacon crepe while my boyfriend got one of the specialty crepes, the buffalo crepe. I really enjoyed the hot cheese filled crepe. The crepe skin itself was cooked evenly and had a slight crisp.The portion was fantastic considering I usually get those measly size crepes elsewhere. They were also very generous with the ingredients of the crepe. Some differences between the cheese bacon and the buffalo crepe was the extra sauce, tomatoes, and ham. And of course, the size of a crepe is a bit bigger than the regular crepes. Frankly, my cheese bacon crepe was already awesome! I am lover of crepes and I definitely will be back for more! Thank You fellow Yelpers, this was a great choice!
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Christine G.
Interesting place. Not to-go oriented. Style and decorum is very acclectic but in a good way. Fresh flowers everywhere. Water is infused with citrus and cucumber. Nice touch. Got a house special crepe (avacado, spinach, tomato) sub mushrooms for the tomato and a chai latte. Latte came out first. Very sweet with light chai flavor -- eh. Crepe came out very quick. Literally maybe 4 mins after I ordered. Crepes are clearly made previously and keep warm. Edges of crepe were very dry. Crepe came out with pesto drizzled over the top which was unexpected and would have been welcome but pesto was very very oily and didn't have much flavor. Needed to have a better seasoning base. Filling (spinach, mushrooms, avacado) was abundant but a little underdone and under seasoned. Service is good. Attentive but not overly. Overall experience is eh but will come back for sure for some of the more elaborate varieties of crepes they offer.
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James L.
I would give this place a 3.5 stars. I was there today and I ordered the one of their breakfast crepe and I thought it was good. The crepe had a good crunch to it which gave it some texture. I got the side of fruits - should have gotten something else because one was turning brown and I only got like 4 pieces of fruit. I would probably get a salad next time. The reason I gave it only 3.5 is the service was lacking. The Indian girl who took our order had no personality and when I placed my order, I had to remind her do I get to choose a side. I think this place would be more memorable and a place I would go to if they hired wait staff with some personality. It is not all about the food but also the experience. It was not memorable enough for me to come back. You can set yourself apart from other restaurants by giving a customer a great experience and they will come back.
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Constance L.
Mmmmm, so many crepe options filled with savory/sweet goodness! I've sampled these crepes (the sweet ones come with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream): - Barcelona 2000: ham, sausage, tomato sauce, and mushrooms... almost like spaghetti wrapped in a crepe but without the spaghetti - walnut apple cheesecake: a textually-interesting combination of walnut, chopped apples, an almond-like paste (what I presumed to be the cheesecake), and a caramel-like lemon butter sauce - fresh strawberries: who can resist strawberries and chocolate? A cold glass of thai iced tea is the perfect complement to the meal.
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Chrissie G.
Very cute decor. Loved the furniture and fabrics used for their place. Came here for a girls dinner and a good ambiance for girl talk. I got their shrimp pesto crepe with greek salad. Pretty good but when hungry the portion is very small. I also shared with my son and he was still hungry after finishing our food. Tried their strawberry and banana nutella crepe with vanilla ice cream and that was yummy in itself, but how can you go wrong with nutella. Prolly will not come back.
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Dylan S.
I really liked this place. I love the decor, the food and especially the mango strawberry smoothie. Frodo Joe's petit cafe would have gotten 5 stars if they had decent service. At first the service was excellent because we were the only table, but once one more table was seated the service became atrocious. There was one girl waiting tables and one girl cooking. For a brief moment there was a boy who served our food to us, but he was only in the restaurant for 6-7 min. I loved the overall feel of this place. There were little decorating details that I just fell in love with. I am a complete sucker for crepes. I mean if you serve crepes, I am going to be a fan of your restaurant. I had a ham and cheese crepe which was good, a chocolate strawberry crepe which was good, the side salad was excellent and the mango strawberry banana smoothie was great. The menu was pretty diverse. They had some crepe variations that I had not seen before. Unfortunately they did not offer much else to drink other than smoothies and the water that comes to your table in a carafe (love that) tasted horrible. I really don't want to discourage people from going there. I really liked Frodo Joe's and I hope to dine there again when I am in the area. I do hope that the owners (probably those 2 girls) read this and step up their game. They have the potential of being a true gem.
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Bonnie S.
This has got to be one of the prettiest cafes I have ever been to! The atmosphere is supper relaxing and they have different kinds of chairs and tables to suit your comfort needs. Crepes here are pretty expensive, but they have really unique crepes. I got the i-berry blueberry crepe, which included blueberries and cheesecake in mocha sauce with a chocolate drizzle. The service is great and crepes were delicious so I think it's worth it to shell out a few extra bucks to try this place!
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Sharon O.
Came by on a weekday morning for brunch. It was quiet but we were not the only ones there. The decor is great - makes it feel much more special and unique than the actual location would suggest. The service was pleasant, patient with us as we were deciding what to order, and quick to serve us our crepes and drinks. The crepes were lovely - perfectly sized portions, filled us up enough that we felt slightly too full, but that's better than leaving hungry. The cucumber, mint and orange infused water is lovely and reminiscent of spa-like atmosphere. RANDOM TIPS: Vegetarian options are definitely available. AMEX not accepted. The only cheeses they serve in their crepes are mozzarella and feta (and maybe swiss), so be aware. Coffee is able to be consumed without cream/sugar (for those of you who are coffee aficionados)
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Irene S.
One of the only few places to get crepe around Fremont area. The decor is very cozy. Staff is very friendly. I ordered the strawberry Nutella crepe with vanilla ice cream on the side and a cup of hot tea. They also offer a great selection of hot and cold beverages. The reason I gave it a 3-star is because I've had better crepe else where. The food s just standard. However, Frodo Joes is could be great place to hang out, have meaningful conversation with a friend or a simple date. It is located in busy plaza, but once you step into the store, it is a complete different atmosphere.
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Daisy T.
So many crepes, so little time! The decor of the restaurant isn't what I would have expected considering it's in this little nothing plaza. Pretty nice. Very clean. The menu of crepes is huge! Tons of savory and sweet crepes to choose from. All the savory crepes come with pesto sauce and a side of your choice of pasta salad, fruit, Greek salad, soup or steamed vegetables. I went for the bacon cheese crepe which had chicken, bacon, mushrooms and mozzarella cheese. The food came out really fast. Smelled pretty good. Tasted pretty good. I was just disappointed that the bacon was just left on top of the crepe instead of it being inside. The bacon wasn't even in strips. They were rolled up in balls. At least it was crispy. The pesto sauce was good though. I wish they gave me more! This place isn't too bad. And it's super affordable! If I'm ever in the area, I want to try one of their sweet crepes.
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Amy H.
TIP #1: Come here for the amazing ambiance. Every corner and art placement seems thoughtfully designed. TIP #2: Ask your server if you can substitute cheese for avocado, or one ve I was amazed by the beauty of the interior of this cafe. Upon entering the space, I noticed how the dimmer lighting added to the atmosphere--cozy sofas and low tables by the window, spacious tables with cushy seating and fancy upholstery. A single rose in a vase sat elegantly on each table. The mosaics on the wall added color and lit up the corners of the room. But the food doesn't quite hold up. Despite an expansive menu--including travel-inspired savory crepes that feature the exotic cuisines of Sydney, Brazil, and Barcelona--what we ordered did not have the pizzazz that the menu suggested. I ordered the Ben-To crepe with chicken, scrambled eggs, and veggies. I opted for avocado instead of cheese and tomato instead of broccoli. The crepe itself was dry and crumbled under my fork and knife; the filling was sparse and tasted bland. There was maybe a quarter of an avocado perched unstably on top of the folds of the crepe. My boyfriend's travel-inspired crepe had meat that tasted more like sandwich meat than Mongolian beef. Compared to Le Moose Crepe Cafe, which is just a short drive away, Frodo Joe cannot compete. But it's a wonderful place to relax and take in the beauty of the space.
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Jen Z.
This place had some seriously random decor. Despite that, the service and food was awesome! We had a bunch of crepes and the waitstaff were very accomdating. Someone in our group requested an alcoholic shot be added to one of their smoothies and our waitress didn't miss a beat. All crepes/sandwiches come with a side dish of fruit, pasta salad, greek salad, etc. as well! Awesome! I'll be back!
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Jennifer A.
This place specializes in Crepes and they know it! I happen to walk by and decided to order a basic crepe with chocolate sauce. The lady behind the counter was super helpful, but was also the busser, cashier and the cook. The cafe wasn't too busy around 8pm, but if you get the order to go she literally will have it ready for you in like a 2 minutes. Whats not to like? Nutella, thin crepe and ice cream..Totally hit the spot!
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Umang P.
Not a bad place for brunch on the weekends. - Service is always hit or miss here. I've been here early in the AM and been treated like royalty and other times, I can be forgotten about for a long time. - Crepes are amazing. Love the fusion between the various concoctions and crepes. Favorite dessert Crepe is the Strawberry Cheesecake Crepe (not on the menu- our own little creation but they always make it for us). - Place looks nice and is definitely got a relaxing feel to it. My fellow bros out there- you will definitely earn points for picking this place out. And afterwards, if you want to feel bad about yourself, you can go outside see all the productive people walking out of 24 Hour Fitness right next door to this place. But eh, what are you gonna do?
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Stephanie T.
I've been a fan since it first opened and buddhist monks came to pray for the new place. This was when Yelp wasn't around, and seeing the reviews now makes me smile :) The best place to grab some savory or dessert crepes. The ambiance is very comfortable and relaxing. The menu expanded to more amazing creations. The place is very stylish and clean. I like the classic crepe, which comes with pesto, chicken, spinach, and mozzarella. The side dish of the pasta is very delicious. :D They give you water carafes which is always delicious and fresh. You really can't go wrong with any of the things on the menu. :)
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Address :39286 Paseo Padre Pkwy
Fremont, CA, 94538
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Accepts Bitcoin : No Good For : Lunch Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Quiet Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Dogs Allowed : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No Good for Working : Yes
Shweta D.
yummy!
(4)Kermy K.
Went here to meet up with old friends. Cute ambiance inside, staff is friendly for the most part. I ordered thai ice tea and banana chocolate crepe. It was quite delicious with the ice cream, again I don't want to know how many calories :) Would recommend. It's a bit ironic being next to 24 hour fitness..
(4)Rizalina M.
The crepes are delicious. I've had the chicken and the seafood. They use real crab meat and the shrimp was a decent size. It was really satisfying. I did force myself to share a dessert with my friend. The banana crepe with chocolate sauce was delicious. Next time I will order dessert for myself but the meal is so satisfying, you feel like a pig for even thinking about dessert. Can't wait for my next lunch date with a friend.
(4)Sabrina D.
OMG I can't believe I don't have to drive all the way to San Lorenzo just to get my Frodo on! I'm so glad they opened one up in Fremont, which is closer for me to drive, BUT I would love it if they opened one up in San Jose! I love everything they serve! I love the savory crepes (classic is my fave), dessert crepes, smoothies, and I love that they serve every dish with fruit or pasta salad! I don't eat savory crepes from anywhere else! I also love the decor inside!
(5)jen t.
This is my favorite place to come after my workouts at 24 hour. The Asparagas and Basil Savory crepe is my fav , and the veggie crepe coming in at a close second with yummy spinach inside. The plates are a good size and you get a side dish with your crepe (veggie is 5.95!) I've also had their Chai latte and it is Screamin' (I dont usually like chai) Their smoothies are really good as well. I love putting back all the calories I burned :) The women who run the place are really cool too!
(5)Andrea C.
simple, cute, yum. i think those are the perfect words to describe this place. the place looks fancy, but simple. it's a cute little place. and the food is yummy. the crepes (both savory and dessert) are really good, too! they also have wifi and serve coffee and other drinks. =)
(4)Justine K.
-easy to find, easy to park! -reallyy cute interior. the walls are pretty, the seating is pretty, everything is just really aesthetically pleasing! -tuscany crepe was good. mozarella cheese, mushroom and tomato. the crepe is crispy, not soggy. good job fr
(4)Elvira G.
i had the spinach and cheese crepe. it was so good...the water they give you is so cute and the cucumbers add a nice touch. It was my first time there, i'll probably be headed there again this week.
(5)Courtney P.
This place is conveniently located in the shopping center, and it's full of gorgeous Thai decor inside, making the atmosphere bright and enjoyable. I loved both their dessert and savory crepes. When you get the savory crepes, always get the spicy pesto sauce!!! Sooo delicious and unique. They have a lot of sides you can choose from for your dish.
(4)Brenda C.
I enjoyed this place! I love the idea of a cute cafe that specializes in crepes. The interior is nice, bathroom clean and quite fancy, and the mixed berry crepe I had, delicious. The crepe came with a generous serving of berries, a scoop of ice cream and whipped cream. I'm a fan!
(4)Joyce L.
This place is only 5 min away from my house and i'm so sad that i didn't discover it earlier. I came here with my friends during lunch time to check it out. Upon coming in I thought I was going to a indian restaurant. The decorations had this indian feel to it but very nice and spacious. I ordered the cheesy spinach crepe and it was superb. I finished the crepe within 5 min and wanted more. So sad that the crepe was so small and also the fruit side dish only had 4 pcs of fruits. I would love it more if they made the crepes bigger. Overall experience was good. Writing this review is making me want a crepe.
(5)Moija M.
This place is alright. I came here for a lovely brunch with my sister and my mom. I have to say that the environment is nice and the decos were definitely up to par. When we came in, there was only one waitress working all the tables and one person in the back cooking all the food. Hence it took forever, and if I recall correctly, we waited 45 minutes for 3 crepes. I'm sure it is not always like that, but the fact that it happened makes me hesitant to go back. The crepes were about $6-$12/$13? each. There wasn't anything on the menu that really wowed me- just your regular crepes, like blueberry/whipcream, italian, vegetarian, etc. (those were the 3 we ordered). I think the portions were a tad smaller for the price...I was not full after a crepe, and especially after waiting 45 minutes, I had to take some from my mom and sister. I think they should have added more "filling" and the crepe skin was really thin. When I saw the size of my crepe, I remember wishing it was a bit bigger. Also, the crepes usually tasted exactly like what they were- no big wow there either. The food didn't all mix together to create one amazing, mouth-watering, taste that kept you wanting more. Also you have the option of fruit or pasta on the side for food crepes, but again, they don't give alot. I guess it's a good place to go to if you've never tried a crepe before and you don't have any expectations. They have other foods there too, but we just went there for crepes. The thing I like most about this place is their lemon water. It tasted clean and it was in a nice pitcher. I thought the lone flower in the vase placed on our table was cute :) Another great thing is that they have these coupons in some business card holder that says that if you buy 2 crepes, you get 1 free. Me and my mom grabbed a bunch, but unfortunately we haven't been back to use them.
(2)Teri C.
We used to love this place, but the last 3 times have really been horrible! The crepes have been burnt and the salads have been rancid. Way past there time. Today we got our orders to go and we are SO disappointed! One whiff of the side pasta salad and I wanted to vomit. It smelled and tasted rotten. The crepes were burnt to a crisp. Ugggggggh. Three strikes and you're OUT Frodo. 21dollars for CRAP!
(1)Roanne F.
I've been here twice and their crepes were pretty good. I loved the savory crepe "seafood delight".
(4)Anthony C.
Came here the other day and was pleasantly surprised. Was just looking for a nice place for lunch, and found just that. Upon walking in, the decor of the small restaurant was very pleasing to the eye. The tiles that cover the wall, the comfortable chairs, tables, and couches; they all were very enjoyable. A great place to sit down and relax. As for the food, I ordered the bacon avocado crepe with the fruit salad. Funny because they gave me pasta instead, but I didn't mind. The pasta was good! Standard, with feta cheese and maybe some olive oil but good nonetheless. The crepe itself was delicious. I came in only expecting to eat half of something since I had eaten earlier, but the moment I started on that crepe I kept going. The multiple bacon slices were placed on top of the crepe and the inside of the crepe was stuffed with plenty of mozzarella cheese and PLENTY of avocado. I love avocado. Very well made crepe! Oh, and they provided water in a nice container with fruit and ice inside. So, apart from mixing up my fruit salad, which probably made my meal better, this place is great! Definitely coming back again some time in the future!
(5)Kristine W.
Frodo Joe's redeemed my losing streak with crepes, no joke. Really though, it's not my fault that the creperie down the street from my apartment is freakin' awful. Thank god Frodo's did good, otherwise I may have given up on crepes all togerher (it's a big deal, I swear). Came with a group from work and we all enjoyed our crepes. They came out fast and tasted fresh. I got the basil asparagus with a side Greek salad. Light and left me satisfied. Nom nom noms, but not too many noms. Perfectly portioned for lunch--no leftovers and no food coma. How French (I think?). Sidenote: Stay away from their coffee. Yuck. Tastes just as bad as the free stuff they give us work. No bueno.
(4)Mike T.
Went here today because I had a coupon for buy two get one free. Decided to give it a shot but was not sure how a crepe would serve as a meal. Got two with my coworker and split the dessert one. First one had chicken bacon cheese and mushrooms, second one had ham chicken turkey and cheese. The turkey in the second one was very salty and I hate overly salty meat. The first one was underfilled and I felt a bit cheated. The bacon was also overly cooked so it was burnt in a spot and it was thin as paper, very cheap quality. We got a dessert crepe free, went with the mixed berries and was once again not pleased. Crepe was very dry, came with a side of orange sauce but it was very very strong. Also Crepe did not have chocolate, who makes a dessert crepe without chocolate? Whole thing cost $18.00 not cheap, could have gotten much better food at Chipotle or In N Out. Wanted to try it but would not go back unless it was free.
(2)Krista T.
This place is cute and has a nice setting. This is the first place I've ever tried crepes and they're delicious. So many different types, have tried 3 so far. The cups of coffee they give are huge. Would come here more often but I live in Hayward...far drive for breakfast.
(4)Heidi C.
I was craving somethin' savory after my morning eye brow threading appointment at Skin Adore. My girlfriend and I came here to fill our cravings with something yummy and filling. There was a girls soccer team that got there before us, so ordering took a little while. I was STARVING. I decided to order something simple and original, therefore, I ordered the Original Crepe with spinach, chicken and mushrooms w/ a side of salad. Because of the soccer team, our food took a little while to get to us. My friend's thai tea took a while to come out also. Who would have thought that a crepe spot would have Thai Tea? lol.. that's a first for me. The crepe was alright. Nothing TOO special. Actually tasted a little bland, but once I put some of that hot sauce on it.... z0MG! I don't know what it is about the hot sauce, but it was delicious! I wonder what kind it is.... This place isn't too bad. Maybe next time, i'll try a sweet crepe instead. I'd come back.
(3)Trish C.
Ah, went there yesterday and guess what? You can now leave tips on your card. Excellent move, FJ.
(4)Sandy Q.
We decided to have a couple dessert crepes after an hour at the park with our son and this cafe was opened. It was our first time there, so we didn't know what to do. We looked at the menu that was next to the cashier and decided to place an order. The waitress finally seated us at an empty table. We asked for iced water and the water came in a skinny pitcher with a slice of orange, mint, cucumber and lemon. The water tasted funny. We ordered 2 dessert crepes. Instead of bringing us both crepes at the same time, they came at different times. The bill came out to be around $17 for 2 crepes. This is a little too expensive for crepes. We weren't even full afterwards.
(3)Matt C.
Ok, so I work around the corner from this place and I'm always looking for good places within walking distance. This one takes the cake! A while back, this used to be a Juice Zone... I went in a few times and was extremely underwhelmed. You'd pay $6 for one of their wraps, which was basically a colored tortilla with a bland salad wrapped in it. It tasted like sticks and left you hungrier than when you came in. For this reason, I never even noticed when this place switched over until just recently. After stopping in one afternoon (on my way to nearby Subway) I'm very glad I did! Most people go on and on about the crepes, which are really good, but I'd like to write my review about the sandwiches, especially my favorite - the club. Now, you can get a club sandwich at a lot of restaurants, but rarely do they make it right - this is one of the only places that puts a fried egg in it, which is how it was meant to be served. Its three layers of towering goodness! Not to mention that all the lunch dishes come with a side salad w/ crumbled feta on top. They also have an extensive drink menu which is pretty decent. Frodo Joe's really gets it right, and the size of both the sandwiches and crepes are large enough to keep you full but never leave you feeling bloated. For $7, I have not found a place that gives you this quality of food in these portion sizes.... Simply the best in the area!
(4)Simika K.
What a delicious find! I came here with my friends for brunch a couple of Sundays ago - and was delighted by the selection of both savoury and dessert crepes, and at such low prices too. It had a simple elegance to the place, and should be a good place to study (although there isn't any wifi :( )
(4)Betty W.
Lovely and clean decor; the statues and glass bead mosaic really add a classy touch. We ate here fairly early on a Sunday. My friend ordered a savory crepe and I ordered a dessert crepe. They were both very good. The portion was a good size; not too much. The restaurant was very clean, the waitress was friendly, and it was overall a good experience. The prices are very reasonable. I will certainly return.
(5)Neil K.
Enjoyed the food and atmosphere here. Very family friendly too and they also have a separate area just for larger parties.
(4)Cait C.
Came here on Saturday around 11 am. There was one other table there when my friend and I walked in, but quickly filled up for lunch. The waitress was kind and very responsive. My friend had the Maui with a White Mocha and I have the Scandinavian with a Thai Iced Coffee (culture mixing). I love my crepe. It was creamey and smoky from the trout. I had a salad as my side and it was delicious greek styled salad with feta and olives -- so good. My Thai Ice Coffee was delicious as well. My friend loved her Maui - it was fresh and very much something from Hawaii. Everything came out quickly and hot! I also love what a great price everything was, about $7-8 for a loaded crepe.
(5)Jacky T.
This place has been for many years, and I am disappointed to not discovering this place until last night. I came to Petit Cafe at around 8:15pm, and it was pretty empty except for 2 tables; I think it is because the place is better for lunchtime since crepes do not really fill your stomach for dinner. Inside the restaurant, the lights were dim to give it that romantic, peaceful environment. Some people do not like the dim lights, so I assume people prefer to come here for lunch. The waiter did not greet me until after a few moments, but I was still seated very quickly. Each table had an empty water glass, and when a table is occupied, they give each table their own personal water jug. The tables were very clean and the chairs were very comfortable. After looking at the menu for quite some time, which contained a large variety of savory crepes and dessert crepes, as well as sandwiches, I decided to order two crepes: Buffalo Crepe for my entree and Mocha-Cha-Cha (later) for dessert. The Buffalo Crepe had ham, turkey, mushroom, mozzarella cheese, spinach, and tomato inside of it. It also had bacon strips and pesto sauce over the top layer to complement it. The Mocha-Cha-Cha crepe had Nutella filling, with vanilla ice cream, whip cream, and banana on the side. Caramel and mocha sauce covered the entire crepe. I had to wait at least 20 minutes before my food came, which was the downside of my experience. I did not get mad however, since I came at a time where they were closing soon. They also only had 2 employees in the entire building: the cook and the waiter. Nonetheless, my food eventually came. The display of the Buffalo Crepe looked amazing. The crepe was layered in a triangular shaped, with bacon strips and pesto sauce slaughtered over it. On the side, there were 4 different types of fruits and a sauce pan of buffalo sauce. The crepe was cooked to near perfection, with a golden-brown outlook that made it even look more appetizing. With my fork and knife, I cut a piece on the side and had my first taste. I instantly tasted the cheese, since it dominated the entire inside of the crepe. I can also taste the saltiness from the ham and turkey, with a slight sour and spicy taste from the tomato. The mushroom and spinach fought with the crispy texture of the crepe itself. I really enjoyed this crepe because they did not put a huge amount of cheese. They had the right amount of everything to really achieve that rich, cheesy, golden-brown taste it is supposed to have. After a satisfying entree, I let them know that I am ready for dessert, and they worked on it right away. It came at around 10 minutes after. The Mocha-Cha-Cha display was decent; it looked a little messy and the vanilla ice cream was already melting from the heat of the crepe. The crepe was supposed to resemble a mocha cake, and it was supposed to taste like one, but I did not taste the coffee of the mocha crepe. Nonetheless, the crepe was still satisfying. Again, they achieved that golden-brown outlook and they had a Nutella filling to give it that sweet taste. Over the top, they drizzled it with caramel and (supposedly) mocha sauce, with ice cream and whip cream on the side. The Nutella did get stuck in my teeth, but that's what the vanilla ice cream was for; it's to make sure the crepe is not too chocolate-ly. Each aspect of the crepe really gave it that sweet, sugary taste. The crepe resembled more like a chocolate-chip cookie, because a part of the crepe really tasted like one, and even matched the texture of the cookie. Overall, I would rate this place a 3.5 out of 5. The main thing I was disappointed in was the coffee taste the mocha crepe lacked, but I was satisfied by the savory crepe. I enjoyed this crepe more than the savory crepe I had when I was in Paris, which really surprised me. And despite waiting for a long time for my food to arrive, I had a great experience trying something that has been around for over 6 years.
(4)Lorrie M.
This place makes some pretty good crepes at least, although on a random week night it was quite empty and seemed overdressed for the occasion and purpose of this restaurant. I suppose this is what would appear to be kind of a hang out ... or ... something of a coffee shop. However, it's quite fancy inside and they serve you water in wine looking glasses which makes it extra fancy. When you order crepes, it comes out on a fancy plate with fantastic decorations and all kinds of artsy-ness ... so it makes me really confused about what this place is supposed to be. However, their selection of sweet and savory crepes are great, I forgot to see if they had other types of food on the menu, but they seem to have some dinner specials since I was not charged for the latte that I got since I also ordered a crepe, but the bf was charged for his drink. They also give you a giant blob of ice cream with every order of your crepes. Yum!
(4)Henna P.
Came here at 9AM on a Wednesday with a girlfriend and it was almost empty. The servers were friendly and attentive and omg...the crepes! We had the Hawaiian crepe and the House Special. They were both good, but I liked the House Special better because it had avocado, which I love, and I think they added pesto because it had this nice basil flavor. Yum! For dessert we split the I-Berry Blueberry Crepe: cheesecake and blueberries topped with chocolate mocha sauce and a scoop of vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. SOOOO GOOD!!! After we finished, I wished we had each ordered our own! Hahaha... The servings are not huge, but after each eating one and a half crepes we were both satisfied. (If they had been any bigger we would have been uncomfortably full.) The water was cool because they added lemon and orange slices, as well as cucumber and mint. It was a nice touch and very fresh! Will definitely be back! :D
(5)Perry J.
Cucumber water given, not particularly good. Prices were reasonable but a little expensive for drinks. Now the pros: very clean and pleasant ambiance. Crepes were tasty both savory and dessert. Will go back to try the other options. Will recommend it to anyone who likes Crepes.
(4)Amy L.
Frodo Joe's Petit Cafe is so cute! The lights are kind of dim, and the decor is very tasteful. Very mellow vibes from this cafe, and I can imagine this being a really cute date spot, but haven't taken the boy here yet. I've come here twice, and I haven't been disappointed yet. Their service is pretty fast, and the prices are reasonable. I love that their sweet crepes are served with a small scoop of ice cream - small enough so its not overwhelming, but big enough that you can get a little bit in each bite of deliciousness. The plating also makes the crepes look even more attractive :) A friend got one of the savory ones [I forget exactly which, but it had pesto&chicken in it], which came with a side of salad. Yum.. might have to get a savory one next time. Oh, and the water has cucumber/orange/mint in it, which makes it taste a tad more refreshing, but maybe that's just my mind playing tricks on me. And to top it off, prices are reasonable. Yay for crepes!
(4)Dave S.
Finally tried this place -- this was one of those doomed locations that kept changing restaurants every 6 months. I'm happy to see Frodo Joe's is still alive after a couple years and seems to be thriving. The interior decor and service is very homey and friendly. This is the perfect place to take your mother-in-law after church if you don't want to brave Sweet Tomatoes, as long as she's not a foodie. The food itself is nothing to write home about. The savory crepes are rather pancake-like and leathery, not soft and spongy. I'd rate it sub-Crepevine, and I don't think Crepevine is that good (just make crepes at home people, they're really not that hard).. I had a club sandwich which wasn't toasted and somewhat flavorless (also, no rye bread, boo). The side salads are nice and the veggies seem fresh. This place beats going to a chain restaurant and has a nice ambience for a casual chat, but not a place to go to impress anyone, unless they start drooling at the sight of a wall of Nutella jars..
(3)Audrey C.
Frodo Joe's is a good go-to place to get your crepe fix. I prefer Frodo Joe's much more than I do Le Moose these days. They offer an incredible amount of savory crepes that go beyond typical ones you see- chicken pesto, BLT, etc. In addition to those, Frodo Joe's also offers plenty of crepes that you don't normally see on other menus. Some have rice with curry and most of them are inspired by countries around the world. Their dessert crepes are just as good as their savory crepes, however, I don't find them going beyond what you'd normally see. They're still tasty and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth, but I'm sure they're nothing you haven't already tried. To be fair, there's not much you can experiment with when it comes to dessert crepes like you can with savory ones. Service is good - nothing extraordinary. Good decor and ambiance. Wait times depend on how busy the place gets, but they've always gotten to me at a reasonable amount of time. Highly recommend giving it a shot if you're the kind of foodie that loves trying new things, especially if they're not what you'd normally see at other restaurants.
(4)Blaire A.
Good ambiance, but for some reason i always have a horrible time parking (weird for being on a corner). I liked the food but I always feel a little sick when I finish my food but it could be a coincidence as I have started to try eating crepes other than the sweet dessert crepes. Service is good enough.
(3)Peg S.
I'm not sure who's responsible for their curb appeal, but they definitely don't have any. I, and many long time Fremonters, have never ventured into this place, even though it's right on the corner of a busy shopping center. It's very office-like, drawn shades, nondescript exterior, but . . . surprise! inside it's very welcoming and cozy interior where they serve yummy crepes. They have an intimidating wide variety of crepes to choose from. Keepin' it simple, I got the Californian (turkey, tomato & avocado) with the veggie soup side (pasta & fruit are also options). Nicely tasty & light lunch. You should definitely take a step in here if you haven't before.
(4)Ted C.
Service was a little slow but the crepes were delicious. We had these and they were all good. Fresh Strawberry Apple cinnamon Blueberry Bacon/ avocado
(4)Jasmine W.
I had a savory and a sweet crepe but liked the sweet one way more. I had the pecan crepe and loved it...can't wait to have it again! I also love the way this place looks, it's nice to know that there's a crepe place close to home.
(4)Steve D.
We Use to go there all the time but no more as they changed. Menu changed and all the style changed . More like restaurant now and before it was more relaxed and open style . It is just ok .
(3)Natasha S.
nom nom nom ... i came here today with a friend for the first time. The food was pretty tasty and good. We ordered 2 savory crepes and 1 dessert crepe. At first we decided the order 1 savory and 1 sweet but by the time we were almost done with the savory one we were still hungry (kind of stingy on the 1 side you get). And i believe they add pesto on the top of every savory crepe. Savory Crepe #1: shrimp pesto - it was good, shrimp was cooked well but it think it needed a little bit more pesto and feta cheese but overall satisfying (the side we ordered the pasta salad. ive seen better but it was still good. the amount was a little stingy) Savory Crepe #2: Classic w/ no mushrooms - this crepe was actually better than the shrimp pesto. It had chicken, spinach, and mozzarella (came with mushrooms but i don't like em so we said no mushrooms please!). The chicken was tender and wasn't dry at all which i have a restaurant phobia of. Dessert Crepe #1: MANGO crepe - Sooooo GOOD!! The mango's weren't raw, or sour ... they were really SWEET! And all dessert crepes come whip creme and ice cream ... nom nom to the max! The decor was really nice and homey. A little corner of the restaurant is very middle eastern looking ... not sure why? All it needs is some hookah setups haha! Service was okay ... there was one person making the food and one person serving. OVERALL: i think i found my new crepe place near home!!
(4)July H.
Very cool place in an unlikely location - next to 24 Hour Fitness. It's a good place to hang out with your girlfriends and catchup. I love the decor and the food is not bad either.
(4)Carissa U.
My girlfriend from the area brought me here for lunch. The place was empty when we walked in on Monday at around 1 pm. So since we were the practically the only ones there, service was awesome. I ordered one of their new crepes that had coconut chicken rice inside with a salad on the side. I must say... it wasn't bad at all. Interesting really. I finished every bite. My friend had a dessert crepe, but forgot to ask about it. Looked good though. Her plate was clean as well. We both left happy and full. What else could a girl ask for? :D
(4)Shravya R.
Went back again and tried more dessert crepes for brunch on a Sunday! The iberry blueberry crepe is awesome!! Im soo in love with this place!
(5)Scott D.
We have been coming to this place for well over two years now. The facilities have been decorated very nice and it has a nice feel to it. The staff is very nice. The ordering has changed from place your order at the counter to order at your table. They have recently begun serving alcohol. Have tried most of their crepes and all have been very good. Their BLT sandwiches are one of the better around. Their tea drinks are good too.
(4)Avni S.
*THE AWARD FOR WORST SERVICE GOES TO THIS CAFE* Let me break this down: Came here on a Sunday afternoon around 12 pm, it was quite busy when we walked in. No hostess or server came to us and so we had to seat ourselves. It took about 10 minutes for the server to come to our table and take our order. After getting the menu, I decided to go with the mozarella and avocado crepe. If your vegetarian, they only have a total of 5 or 6 veggie savory crepes so selection is limited. Any of the savory crepes comes wit a your choice of free pasta, salad, or soup i believe. I decided to go for the pasta. Once the crepe came out, I thought it was mediocre. The mozarella in the crepe was overpowering and very stringy. There was no actual avocado inside the crepe but on the crepe itself they placed a small cut avocado piece. Overall, The crepe was not flattering to the taste buds but the pasta salad was pretty delish. I didnt finish my crepe completely and the server noticed it and told me i can get a complimentary dessert crepe to make up for it. It was really hard to understand what the server was saying as she had a fairly thick accent but I went along with it. The desert crepe was really good it came wit this rum caramel sauce, sprinkled whip cream, and vanilla ice cream. When we finished the dessert, the server did not come back for another 10-15 min and we had to flag her down. Once the bill came we did get charged for the supposed complimentary crepe. To sum it up: Horrible service, servers are not friendly and it shows on their faces. Don't expect service with a smile but with a depressing frown instead. I'd avoid their savory crepes but dessert crepes seem to be more on point.
(2)Chera T.
Cute place. Great crepes. Chocolate was delicious! Reasonably priced. I'll go again.
(4)Karen C.
This place gets 5 stars for appearance/atmosphere. Love all the decor & furniture choices. Fremont doesn't seem to have many restaurants that have nice ambiance like this so was pleasantly surprised when I first walked in. I like how they serve you water in a nice pitcher with cucumbers....something so simple, but gives a good lasting impression of the restaurant. I give the food about 3.7 stars. it was pretty good, but not amazing. I only ordered the savory crepe so still need to try the dessert crepe. The portions sizes on the sides could be larger.
(4)Heather K.
Came here for brunch and was pleasantly surprised by this little place. The food was great. I ordered the super crepe with no tomato and extra cheese and for the side the pasta salad. My friend ordered the veg sandwich and pasta salad for the side. The food was GREAT, the little gal that served us was super sweet.. We will be back.
(4)Miss H K.
Came here for an early lunch last weekend with my bf. This place was nice and modern inside. The decor is classy and makes a great place to sit and dine or just hang out for a cup of coffee. I had the pizza crepe with sausage/ham/cheese. The crepe was good, it was nice and light-nothing too heavy. The pasta salad with it was also not bad. Prices here were cheap-mostly under $10 per entree. Also a nice selection of savory and dessert crepes Service was also friendly and fast. Would return again for lunch or to try a dessert crepe!
(4)Tawny L.
I was in a crepe-y mood so my friend and I headed over for lunch. It was fairly crowded and the waiting area was so cute! There are a lot of crepes to choose from. The cafe serves water in a glass carafe. I didn't get any other drinks though. I ordered the Basil & Asparagus crepe and my friend ordered the Californian. All the crepes is dressed with pesto sauce (my favorite!) and a small side. Mine were steamed veggies and my friend got the greek salad. The other two sides are fruit or a bowl of soup. The sides were simple, nothing to rave about but they were healthy. My crepe was very good though. They didn't skimp on the filling at all. The proportion of feta cheese to veggies was perfect for me. I didn't get to try my friend's californian, but she was in love with her crepe too! For dessert we shared the mixed berries crepe. This crepe came out nice and warm with a scoop of Neapolitan ice cream. To be honest, the only flavor I like is vanilla. The ice cream was standard. The berries were sweet and the crepe as a whole was a clean finish to our meal. I don't think anything was spectacular, but I would still come back again. There was only one waitress when I came and I learned that you have to flag her down if you want something, but the mom (who was the chef I believe) was so cute and sweet! The shop serves some of the healthier tasting crepes I've eaten.
(4)Alyssa A.
Every time I'm in town, I take my mom out on lunch dates, and this is always the first place we go to!! We have been going here for many years now and have had nothing but great experiences! The set-up of this place is very cute and chic. The tables are pretty close together, but you never feel cramped, even during lunch rush. Service is on point- they take orders promptly and the wait time for the crepes is not long at all. When you first sit down, they bring out a carafe with water and mixed fruits, which is a nice touch. I've also tried their thai iced tea and thai iced coffee, which are both yummy! My mom and I both order the classic crepe, which is chicken, mozzarella, spinach and mushrooms. Mmm, it is simply delicious! Each crepe comes with a side too, and I usually get the pasta, while my mom gets the salad! We've never been disappointed! It's the perfect portion for lunch. I only wish I could leave room for a dessert crepe- I've had them before and they are sooo tasty (who doesn't like nutella?)
(5)Alex M.
I've been here a hand full of times each time hoping it's as good as people here say it is and each time I've been disappointed. We usually go to Le Moose Cafe for our crepe fix but we've been wanting to change up the scenery a bit lately. The place itself is very nice with good ambiance. They have more variety than Le Moose and service is fine but that's about it. I'm a savory crepe person so even though I like the desert crepes I usually always go with the savory. Most people here seem to think Petit Cafe is better than Le Moose but I don't. I'm not saying Petit is terrible but Le Moose is definitely better. For one Le Moose crepes are bigger and more flavorful. I recently had a chicken club sandwich at Petit to see if their sandwiches were better. It wasn't. For $10 I thought i would get a sandwich with a nice chicken breast, instead I got chicken bits and the side pasta salad that was so bland I thought it was just boiled pasta. Le Moose pasta salad is 100 times better. If you just want a desert crepe you shouldn't be too disappoint, you can't really mess up a desert crepe but for now we're sticking with Le Moose.
(2)Donna H.
I ordered the Bacon Avocado Crepe and added Mushrooms which was pretty good. They didn't skimp on bacon or avocado, so I had some in almost every bite. I'm not a huge crepe person, but it definitely was a good sized portion and very pesto-y. The savory crepes came with a choice of fruit, pasta, or Greek salad. The space is nice and modern, and service was ok. We waited for a table since it felt odd eating lunch in the loungey section near the front. I think if you're getting some smoothies or just two people sharing a dessert crepe, the loungey space in the front would be nice. They didn't try to rush us out since there was no wait when we finished eating, which I really appreciated since I was catching up with some good friends from middle school. If I'm ever in Fremont and craving crepes, I'll know where to go. The dessert crepes come with ice cream and whipped cream.. yums. The name is still a bit odd to me.. Frodo.. All I could think about was hobbit feet when I thought about the name..
(3)Nini T.
this place has amazing crepes and there's so many to choose from!! I ordered three crepes and it was almost $30 and the portions were somewhat all right. it didn't fill me up for sure. I wanted to give this place 5 stars but once you walk in, you actually have to walk to the farthest back of the room for there was no one to greet you and there's a wall that covers the counter and you're just like ??? you would be totally lost and think no one is in the store and leave -,-.....
(4)sophia j.
I love this place! The staff are friendly, the restaurant is clean and very well decorated, and best of all, the crepes are delicious. They have sweet and savory crepes with a good variety of each. Their savory crepes come with a side of pasta or fruit salad I believe. The pasta is delicious nonetheless. They also have good drinks! Give this place a try!
(5)Kacee B.
I've been wanting to try this place for a while as it looks so good with all the different crepes (savory and sweet). The place was clean and the waitress was very nice. The only reason I am giving this a 3 star review now is because I've only had 1 experience with them so far and here is my experience: We seated ourselves since the place was not very busy at the time. The waitress was good at bringing us a carafe of water and lots of ice. After a few minutes, she came to take our orders: I ordered an expresso and the Banana and Chocolate crepe since that's the one that has Nutella (and I love Nutella!). All their dessert crepes come with a scope of vanilla ice cream and whipped cream (and/or powdered sugar too). I asked for the whipped cream to be left out. It came sitting on a bed of caramel sauce, next to the scoop of ice cream and dusted with sugar and chocolate powder. It was good but I would have liked it better if it was not crispy as I prefer my crepes to be more on the thick, chewy side, like the Swedish pancakes. It was good though and they didn't skimp on the nutella (I've had them at places where they hardly had any nutella in there). The espresso coffee is very strong; I like it strong and I have had really good espresso coffee at different places before. This place has a little of a bitter taste; might the brand of espresso bean/grounds they are using. Overall, I think it was good. I still would like my crepes to be thick and chewy but I would like to go back and try their savory crepes and see. Bathroom was clean, the place/decor was modern. Nice to see that in Fremont, actually.
(3)Jasmine C.
CUTE CUTE CUTE. And YUM! I came with my best friend over winter break since we were both home and she Yelped this place. The place is so homey and cute, and we never realized it was there next to Sweet Tomatoes (the usual get together place for large groups.) Anyway, we must have been gone for too long, but it was the perfect catch up brunch place for us. We opted to sit by the couches/coffee table area. The menu selections look pretty good but we chose to go with crepes. I ordered a classic crepe and my best friend ordered a bacon avocado crepe. You can opt for fruit or salad and maybe a couple other sides with your crepe. I thought both crepes were pretty good. Not as large as some places I've been to or as savory as La Creperie (our other crepe place that we frequent in Long Beach), but I thought it was a job well done. We also ordered the Strawberry Zing smoothie, which was yummy and fresh. I think I'd definitely come back here to meet with someone for food or lunch, etc. It's casual enough, but could be a cute date place too! Prices are decent and service is great and friendly! I'd love to try the coffee! So glad there's somewhere like this in Fremont...haha.
(4)F S.
The food is tasty and the ambiance is good but the price can sometimes outweigh the value of what you get. there's not much to say other than it's a crepe place. When I think of crepes I think of San Francisco, more than just the wharf too because there are a few nice little crepe shops all around the city but they're smaller. I feel like the prices represent the size of this place and the need to make that apparent rent payment and cover the overhead each month. I went twice, had a coupon for a BOGO offer that definitely got me back in the door the second time but without that it just doesn't make sense for me.
(3)Evalyn T.
Since I just happened to past this spot... Came in this past April or May.. One star for our dumbass waiter (some white kid) who interrupted me while I was in the middle of a phone call. Mind u, I was on the phone w/ my Dr. She ain't tryna hear about crepes on the side! Or "Did u want that w/ chocolate syrup or nutella?" Thanks to him my dr prolly thinks Ima freak. lol. No really -__- Another star for their crepes. It's OK but it's not like "Omg to die for.." Nuh Uh. Other than that this review was mainly for their customer service.
(2)Duo D.
I've been loving their coconut juice .
(4)hanna l.
I've come here a few times and always order the Classic crepe. It's pretty good but not mind blowing. Portions are not huge, but dishes come with a side which is nice. If it wasn't so close to my house, I probably wouldn't go out of my way to eat here.
(3)Laura C.
3.5 stars - rounding up to support small businesses. I've been wanting to check this place out for awhile now - finally stopped in to order some food to-go. There's a foyer type entrance when you first walk in - which gives the impression that there's a dedicated host to seat you. The place is actually more casual - whoever is nearby or at the counter will approach you to help. I was actually a little surprised to see the place mostly full on a Monday holiday afternoon. I've been finding most new small businesses to be fairly empty (especially in Fremont), unless it's a peak hour. Glancing around - the decor was quite interesting. Reminds of me of a cross between a Thai and a mediterranean place. There was also a raised level where people could sit on cushioned benches. Overall, the place has a nice touch of character, although I felt that it was missing a sense of homely-ness (fixing the lighting could fix that). This cafe is a cross between casual and formal. The wait staff is casual - you won't find a dedicated server attending to your needs and checking up on you. However, the staff could be a bit friendlier - I didn't get a "thank you" or even a smile. I like that they have a little bit of everything - at least what I consider essentials: crepes, desserts, coffee, alcohol, and smoothies. One stop shop if you're with a group of people who are hungry, have a sweet tooth, are caffeine fiends, alcoholics, or smoothie junkies. The prices are very reasonable too. I ordered the Thai ice tea ($2.80) and Californian crepe ($6.95) with a salad as the side). The Thai iced team came out even before I had a chance to pull out my wallet and I was pleasantly surprised that it was large (think a bit bigger than Starbucks Venti). The food/drink were pretty solid - it hit the spot for my crepe craving. Overall, I'll be back. It's a nice place to just chill and the menu hits all the different spots. BTW - they don't take AMEX.
(4)Tara D.
I got the chai latte which tastes like the powdered stuff you can buy from the store, but it was served up in a big mug, so what it lacked in taste it gained in quantity. This is offset though by the price of $4 for a mug. I also got the simplest crepe they offered with chocolate sauce though what I wanted was just butter and sugar. The crepe was very filling and the chocolate sauce was more like chocolate Nutella, which would have been a pleasant surprise if I liked Nutella at all. I left feeling full and with a sugar headache. The price was a bit high for my liking but the atmosphere is lovely, very quiet for what I thought would be peak hours. The staff is very friendly, and the bathroom comes with face/hand clothes like a fancy hotel. I'd give it another try but I wouldn't order the same thing.
(3)Earlene C.
Mmmm savory crepes washed down with Thai Iced Tea! My girls and I came for dinner this evening and enjoyed our meal as well as the ambiance! It's a quaint, nicely decorated spot with delicious food. I had the bacon and avocado crepe with greek salad on the side. I had to save the sweet dessert crepe for the next trip because the savory crepe by itself was super filling. I like how they put lemon, mint and oranges in the water, its refreshing! Service was good, I'd like to come back for afternoon tea. The advertised pictures of tea food served on food tower looks really yummy.
(4)Cherylin R.
Decided to come here with my family for Sunday brunch based on the yelp reviews and to give this place a try. First impression, the ambiance was quite interesting.... the Thai theme along with crepes and sandwiches was very different. We were seated immediately and given water right away which was a plus. Unfortunately, after having taken our orders, we ended up waiting for almost an hour for our food. The waitresses never approached us to at least acknowledge the obvious long wait or gave us an explanation. Also, about 5 minutes before serving us our food, they informed us that they no longer have any "basil sauce" for our crepes, not really giving us an option but at the same time asking us if it was okay. In my head I was thinking, well we've already waited this long and there's obviously nothing we can do about it so just give us our food already, we're starving.....The food was actually pretty good, the savory crepe I had ordered definitely needed some "sauce" because it was somewhat dry, however, tasted pretty good. Now, the main reason why I gave this place such a low rating was because a used band-aid, yes band-aid was found in one of the crepes. All of us were utterly disgusted having seen that and we all immediately lost our appetites. We had informed the waitress immediately and all she had said was "oh, I'm so sorry for that." as she gave us a little embarrassed cringe as she took the plate away. Nothing else was offered, no discount, no "would you like us to make you another?" literally nothing. In the end, we demanded that we not pay for that particular meal and was charged for the rest of the food. Overall, this place would have had a much higher rating had there not been a used band-aid in the food and also had they handled the situation much better. We were all very disappointed
(1)Arianna B.
Good place, nice decor, good food. This place is affordable and tasty. Usually I get their crepe with the bacon, avocado, and mozzarella. Very tasty, and the bacon is always extra crispy, thank goodness. I've had a few of their dessert crepes, which are also pretty good. I'd say probably best crepes in Fremont overall. My only complaint is that they're pretty slow. At any given time, there's only 1-2 waitresses, and it can take a while to get your order taken and to get your food. Usually, it's a huge hassle to get the check, I often have to get up and ask. I give it 4 stars for food, but with the service, it's more of a 3.5
(4)VanLam N.
Bf and I have been here twice in the last month, our favorites were the shrimp & bacon crepe and the aix en provence which is a combo of a savory and sweet crepe! The ones that were mediocre were the USA and Singapore. The restaurant itself seems kinda slow as the two times we've been there its been practically empty. The ambiance is great however and service quick. Can't wait to return to try something new :)
(4)Gary T.
Frodo Joe's Le Petit Cafe....I LOVVVVVE their crepes! It's just so amazingly delicious! Every crepe that I've tried are so satisfying that I can just keep on eating and by the time I'm done....I have a sad face on =(. I find their sides are very refreshing and the crepes are very light. It is not oily at all. Their pesto sauce...wow! They got that sauce down! I might have to say that the pesto sauce...is actually the star of the show. Besides crepes they also serve sandwiches. Also very delicious!
(5)Judy P.
The Verdict: "A trendy, non-chain place for breakfast." Items Ordered: Hawaiian savory crepe with ham, cheese, and pineapple; pizza crepe, bacon and chicken cheese crepe, Thai iced tea, iced chai latte, coke Pros: Excellent service; good food; also sandwiches and coffees on the menu; nice side of fruit, pasta salad, or Greek salad on the side for savory crepes and ice cream for dessert crepes; relaxed and trendy decor (looks like a lounge); clean restroom with individually rolled hand towels to dry your hands (like a spa); nice ambient music in background; crepes start at $6.95; this is an order-at-the-counter place. Cons: Too bright inside since windows do not have shading (sun is pouring in, but some might like that); could be turned into a lounge in the evening. Would I Recommend It?: Yes, prices are decent and service is great!
(4)Kayla C.
Love their dessert crepes! It's very tasty, in comparison to the other crepe place in fremont. The service is usually quick and the servers/owner are really nice :) Thanks Petit Cafe!
(4)Solomon W.
La La Loo Loo was very tasty, and Christmas Decorations were a nice surprise.
(5)Angela C.
I've driven by this place a hundred times before actually deciding to try it. The decor is really cool- very laid back lounge feel with a hint of Thai inspired items. The food is amazing- depending on who is working the kitchen the food is deliciously different every time. For example, I order the chicken, bacon, cheese, mushrrom crepe minus the mushroom add asparagus (AMAZING!) and the bacon is sometimes ontop of the crepe or inside. The staff is always so friendly and they recognize my husband and I now whenever we come in.
(5)Jen C.
This place is so cute! It wasn't until I saw that a few of my Yelp friends reviewed this that I even knew it existed (even though I'm around there all the time). I came here for lunch with a friend and ordered both savory and a dessert crepe. I got the pizza crepe which was better than I thought it was going to be. And the portion was just right. Though I'll admit when it comes to savory crepes I like them less dry, with some kind of sauce on them. But that's just a personal preference. The crepes here are definitely more traditional compared to Le Moose. For dessert we split the strawberries & banana crepe which was pretty good! (But when it comes to dessert I like anything bread-y).
(4)Kevin M.
Went there for Sunday brunch. Brunch ... breakfast and lunch combined. Normally, with breakfast, there are coffee refills. Not his place. When I asked, the waitress seemed unsure. Looking at the menu, there was no indication that there are no refills on the HOUSE coffee. That's right, I asked them if it was some special coffee or something. They said it was regular coffee. So why there are no refills is beyond me. Kinda put me in a grumpy mood. Was so into getting more coffee, but not if I had to pay for another cup. Food though was quite good. Dessert wasn't bad either.
(2)Lien T.
Frodo Joe's Petit Cafe is just darling! I love their attention to detail--with gem stone tiles and vibrantly colored accent accessories. Not to mention, the staff was incredibly patient and soft spoken. Everything made me feel nice and cozy. Their menu was very straight forward with a variety of dessert crepes and savory crepes. I went with the special caravan crepe and he went with the special Mongolian crepe. The caravan included all of my favorite ingredients: Italian sausage, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, mushrooms, olives, and feta cheese. The Mongolian crepe contained roast beef, rice, corn, broccoli, and bell pepper, with Mongolian sauce. Both crepes were nice and flavorful! The ingredients were fresh and abundant. The crepes were nice and thin, with a slight crispiness along the edges. The only gripe I have is that the serving portions are on the smaller side. I'm not sure if it's a good thing; but I left the cafe feeling like I could have eaten a little bit more. Overall, if you're looking for a light meal, I'd recommend coming here to try their refreshing crepes. They have a nice variety and customer service is excellent.
(4)Rebecca D.
Let me start. I never ever liked crepes. Not even a little. Husband's turn to choose a restaurant, which is like pulling TEETH! We tried Sweet Tomatoes, but as we drove by and saw the line out the door, my husband decided on Petit Cafe (since we've driven by there 1000x without ever going in). When we got in, I saw crepes on their menu and nothing else (except for a few sandwiches). Mentally prepared myself for something I wouldn't liked. Reluctantly tried a savory crepe (NOT dessert) - I got the spicy vegetable crepe with sundried tomatoes, mushrooms, mozzarella cheese, and it comes with pineapple but I substituted for avocado at no add'tl charge. Watched as the cook was making each one which was pretty cool. I am giving 5 starts because it was SO good! I LOVE the spicy sauce that comes with it in addition to the pesto. The pesto was a much needed touch that blended everything together nicely. I had pasta salad as my side which was just ok, but the crepe was really outstanding. Instead of being a sweet crepe, it added nicely and was kind of like a sandwich or wrapped with a little more depth. My husband got the Hawaiian which was good, but we didn't see the specials coming in (Thai-based) and would have much rather preferred that. Hopefully wait staff in the future would let us know there were specials! Dessert crepe was apparently good (I just nibbled the ice cream) - my husband got bananas and chocolate (not chocolate really - Nutella instead) - he loved it. I don't like fruit and dessert mixed, so wasn't heart broken by not wanting to have it. Besides, I was full. WILL DEFINITELY come here again! Prices reasonable and food enjoyable! Just slow service but gives a cafe vibe.
(5)Christina m.
I will definitely come back again! I ordered ham and cheese crepe. SO DELICIOUS. the portion size is just perfect! I was full and there were about 2 bites left. I also got Thai tea, it was a bit on the too sweet side. (which is why i give it 4 stars in my opinion) The side salad was delicious and just right. They serve water in a cute glass bottle and cucumber/lemons are in it. I really liked that part. The atmosphere is great! I give the place 5 stars for atmosphere.
(4)Sheena Q.
Came here for an early family dinner a few months back. None of us liked it. How can someone NOT like a ham & cheese crepe?? It was horrible. We won't be returning. Too bad because the pictures all look so yum.
(1)Amber S.
I have passed this place a few times and thought it was a bakery or just a coffee shop so I didn't pass much attention. Being bored and looking for new eats I bumped into it on yelp. I had no idea it was a sit down restaurant that served crepes and sandwiches (oh my!) I had to bookmark and give it a try so here it goes... Enjoyed a nice brunch this morning. Great location in a shopping center, plenty of parking and it wasn't busy only three other small groups of people at 10:30AM. The decor was nice, had music playing Aerosmith and Cindy Lauper, a sitting area to drink coffee and then a seated area to dine in. The waitress immediately seated and gave us menus. Through out our meal she was nice but didn't talk much just did her job. I ordered a shrimp, crab & cheese crepe w/ salad as a side ($7.95). I asked the waitress if it was real or imitation crab, she said real so I was set. My hubby ordered the buffalo crepe & fruit as his side ($8.95). About 20 minutes later the food arrived. It looked great, they put pesto on the crepes and it wasn't mentioned on the menu so if you don't like pesto make sure you asked for them not to put it on the crepe. The crepes were fantastic! We wanted to try a dessert crepe but were too stuffed. The bathroom is very clean and kinda "spa" like with cloth towels to dry your hands, dimmed lighting w/ candles and decor.
(4)Mansi A.
I'm so glad there's actually a great cafe in Fremont that makes decent crepes (Le Moose does good Thai food, but their crepes are an odd fusion recipe and not your thin traditional European crepes, hence I don't enjoy them AT ALL). Frodo Joe's Petit Cafe is right around the corner from 24 Hour Fitness in the Raley's shopping center. A super cute and decorative interior is not only inviting, but makes for an enjoyable meal. I ordered the spicy veggie crepe, which was fantastic! A ton of veggies buried in a cheesy crepe -- yum! The crepe was perfectly thin and not heavy at all compared to some other (::cough cough:: Le Moose). My only issue was the service here. They had only one server during a super busy weekday lunch hour when nearly every table was full. Highly inadequate staffing resulted in impeccably slow service. Go here when you have a bit of time to lounge, because it will take a while. Frodo Joe's, please staff your restaurant with more people! 4 stars for the food, but minus 1 star for the service. P.S. The counter was stacked with Nutella bottles. Definitely a sign of amazing. ;) I can't wait to be back to sample the dessert crepes!
(3)Sannidhi J.
I am a BIG fan of desert crepes and so glad that I found this place! I didn't wanna experiment for my first visit, so I tried their banana and chocolate crepe and it came with whipped cream and a scoop of ice-cream. (Well, ALL the desert crepes are served with this!). My fiance, not being a fan of the 'fruit-crepes' tried the Mocha Cha-Cha crepe - it was delicious!! The next time I got a little creative and ordered the "La la loo loo" which was essentially 5 crepes stacked onto one another topped with whip cream and the sauce of your choice. This was a little disappointing because they dint really give me crepes - it was more like 5 thick really small pancakes stacked on top of each other with very little sauce. I think it was very dry and well, wasnt really a 'crepe'. My fiance had the Pecan caramel - served with the rum caramel sauce and that was really good. We also tried the veggie crepe, but it was pretty ordinary and I would strongly recommend trying the wide variety of desert crepes over the savory ones.
(4)Kenny C.
I've had crepes from different places before (Crepe-a-go-go, Vegas, etc) and was hoping to find one closer to home. When I entered Frodo Joe's, I was a bit confused on the theme they were going with for the place. I understand it's a "mom and pa" place but it had a mix between Thai, Mongolian, Asian, French, and urban mixed into one (the bathroom key was tied to a Ben 10 Happy meal toy from Burger King). It gave off more of a relaxed/casual brunch vibe than anything else. We ordered Crepes, I had the Banana Chocolate one with fruit substituted on top. It took a bit longer than I anticipated (almost 15 minutes) to get the crepe out during a mildly busy time. They did not falsely advertise when they said "Petit" because the crepes were a bit small for my taste. If you've ate at Crepe-A-Go-Go in Berkeley or some place similar, you will find the crepes here to be small as well. I even asked "are you hungry?" after we finished eating because the crepe didn't quite hit the spot. Nice place, but the time it took the crepe to come out and the price to size/satisfaction ratio was not good.
(3)Reniel A.
Found a band aid in the food and services sucks waited almost an hour would never recommend
(1)Christine C.
came here once before tonight and loved it so came back w/ Yang Q. here for dinner! The place is called Frodo Joe's but it's also known as Le Petit Cafe. such a cute little place with pretty decor and comfy seats, very nice atmosphere. more importantly, the crepes are delish!! got the bacon avocado savory crepe and added mushroom and spinach for .35cent. so worth it! it also comes with your choice of pasta salad, green salad or fruit. their water is unique, with a slice of cucumber, lemon and an orange. total came out to $10 including tax+tip, what a great price! love it and will come back for the 3rd time!
(5)Jonathan J.
Food is about average here. We got the E San (Thailand) 90 and classic crepe. The E San - I've never had rice + broccoli + zucchini in a crepe before, and I don't plan on ever ordering something like that again. These ingredients sound exotic, and like something worth trying, but these kind of ingredients don't belong in crepes. Also, the "spicy sauce" wasn't spicy at all, and a bit of a smear across the surface of the crepe is pretty much all of it. They also offer a choice of sides - I got the fruit side, which consisted of two thin slices of cantaloupe, a thin slice of melon, a small chunk of pineapple, and a thin slice of an apple. Not much, even for a side. We also got the I-Berry Blueberries Crepe and this one was amazing! The savory crepes might not be so great, but their dessert crepes seem pretty good. I've never seen anyone put cheesecake bits in a crepe before, but the taste was amazing. Besides the food, though, the service here is attentive and I really liked the environment. I'm not especially fond of the Thai/buddhist decor, and I never thought I'd say this, but I loved the chairs and furniture here, both in the raised side area and the "regular" dining area. The ambience here is also pretty chill. Anyway, I'd definitely come for the dessert and environment, and I'd highly recommend this place for those two things, but not the savory crepes.
(4)Shannon L.
3.5 Stars. Even though Frodo's is almost 2 miles away, this might be Le Moose's competitor! They're both crepe shops run by Thai women. The outside is very unassuming. You think it's any old Robek's or Jamba Juice. But don't let the "Juice Zone" signage deceive you--this is a modern looking crepe shop just masked under the wrong name! Lunch on a Friday afternoon was bangin'. There were only two women running the place--one woman making all the crepe dishes, the other making drinks and cashiering. It was so busy that we ended up standing in an unattended line for about 5-10 minutes. Instead of asking for our orders, the lady had us write it down on the food order pad ourselves. That was a first but I didn't mind at all. They do offer a stamp card for repeat visitors but they keep them all up at the counter in index card boxes, sorted alphabetically. I was in the mood for something savory so I decided to get the Cheese Bacon Crepe ($7.95) and a Thai Iced Coffee (less than $2). It took quite a while to come out... I want to say 10-15 minutes. I gave them some leeway because I could really see how hard and fast they were trying to work plus I wasn't in a rush to get back to work (lazy Fridays...). They do need to hire at least one more person because I saw that the line was constantly long with hungry people. But when I got the crepe, it was neatly arranged on a gigantic round white plate. The crepe itself was HUGE. It was stuffed with chicken, mushrooms, and partially melted mozarella (weird) and then topped with six slices of ultra-crispy bacon. I got it with a side of fresh Greek salad that had feta cheese and a lovely light dressing. The bacon was so crisp and plentiful that I just crumbled it all up and threw some atop my salad. All their crepes come with pesto sauce which I love but disagree with because things like a "pizza crepe" deserve a tomato-based sauce. The crepe part itself tasted neutral--I know some places use a different one for sweet (vanilla-infused) and savory (buckwheat) but they use the same one for both types of crepes. My drink was sweet and good. Drinks come in 16 oz. or 24 oz. but the former is definitely enough. This could potentially be a nice place to chill during more low-key hours and if they offered free wi-fi. I did enjoy the decor and the unique seating areas. For your basic crepe lunch place, this does a decent job.
(3)Samantha C.
Came here for dinner last night with the boy toy; I've been wanting to try this place for a while now. When we walked in, it was totally empty; we were the only ones there up until we were about to leave. My boyfriend got the classic crepe (chicken, spinach, and mozzarella cheese) and I got one of the vegetarian ones (florence I think?). Both crepes were really good and crispy, but small compared to the portions of La Moose Cafe. We both ordered fruits for our sides. When the food came, I totally thought the size of the crepe and the 4 tiny pieces of fruit made the plate look really big and empty. I couldn't help but notice how slow the service was even though we were the only ones there. The server was always occupied doing something else, so that bugged me. She was nice, but way too slow. Decore was nice, very modern. Not really into the cushion seats though, some of them were stained, so that a bit disgusting. My boyfriend couldn't stop talking about the BEDAZZELED WALLS. We'll probably just stick to La Moose as it is more conveniently located for us and it has more to offer. But Frodo Joe's did give us a coupon for buy 2, get 1 free, so maybe we'll be back, but probably not.
(2)Karen P.
I was so excited to try this place out due to the massive positive reviews from Yelp. Quick review: -Horrific & terrible customer service! Pretty much there was none. We seated ourselves, we constantly have to request for a. table b. water c. utensils d. menu e. please take our order? f.bill. We came here on a Saturday afternoon around 12:30pm, we were the only party waiting. Our waitress just look at us with blank look, not sure what's wrong with her. Even when she was taking our order she did not speak with us ..besides the word "sides?" .. -Food was absolutely delicious. Took a while though. Even though my Cheese Bacon crepe was to die for...the horrible hell like customer service we experienced was not worth it in the end. I might give this place another try if they hire new waitress or find out what her shifts are ..but until then I think I rather eat somewhere else.
(2)Shela J.
I Yelped this cafe before I came and was instantly appealed to the aesthetics of the place. Upon arrival, the appeal of the warm cafe vibe did not disappoint. But I mean, that's just the decor. It says little about the rest of my experience. My friend and I had to wait a good amount of time to be acknowledged, let alone seated, when we first walked in. Given there were only two employees around, we should have at least been acknowledged. Border-line rude. Anyway, we were seated and ordered two crepes - the Californian and the Shrimp Pesto. They were a bit smaller in size than I expected, but ooohwee, they were both delicious. I purposely cut my crepe into smaller pieces and ate slowly to cherish the savory taste and texture. My friend also had a thai tea, which came in a huge cup and also tasted very good. Maybe even a bit too sweet to drink the whole thing. So we shared, and it was great. One sketchy detail: we noticed a bunch of little black specs in my friend's thai tea. At first, I started to pick them out with my fork, but they just kept on a'comin. We decided to ignore them and keep drinking cause it tasted so good. Is that gross? I really hope we didn't ingest some cancer-inducing ingredient. I'm asking about them specs for sure next time. One tiny pet peeve: our server & the crepe chef were not nearly as warm and inviting as the decor of the place. People need to smile more. The world needs to smile more. Thas all I'm sayin'. Nevertheless, I will definitely come back here. The food is great, and it makes me want to try more items on their menu - the dessert crepes, their smoothies, their sandwiches. I'd also like to see how the mood of the place changes after the sun goes down. Lastly, I gotta find out what those black specs were.
(3)Jordan P.
Great service, first class atmosphere, perfect portions, cheap prices. Definitely coming back the next time I want a crepe or an awesome (huge) Thai tea.
(4)Annissa H.
I came here for brunch and the Caravan crepe was pretty good. I love spiciness so I was happy about the peppercinis in it for some zest. It was a good crepe although I think it could have had some more... salt? I have also tried Le Moose's crepe and thought it was similarly lacking a bit of flavor. Maybe all crepes are supposed to be not so flavorful or i like my food salty haha With the caravan crepe, I had the pasta salad and it definitely wasn't as good as Le Moose's unfortunately. But the decor is nice and very clean. My friend's ordered a cup of coffee and it came in a pretty big mug which is a plus.
(3)Kim P.
Sheik little place with nice deco. One waitress who was pleasant. It wasnt too busy for it being a Saturday at 11am. Still though, it took unusually long for me to get my vanilla mocha and my sons hot chocolate. Crepes were decent and tasty. My kids had sweet ones and I had a shrimp and bacon. Good selection...pretty standard though. Would have liked to have seen a bit more specialty crepes on their menu. Crepes were a bit hard for my taste. I would have preferred them to be a little softer. Overall, not a bad local place for me to satisfy my crepe cravings. Plus for the ambience.
(3)Marjorie A.
I finally convinced my husband to check this place out. The food and service are good. The restaurant is trendy with a good selection of crepes to choose from. This will be my go to place for savory crepes.
(4)Kent N.
This is a sweet looking cafe. From the outside it looks like a coffee shop, but on the inside it's a pretty nice restaurant. The furniture says, "Have a seat, enjoy the food." And that's just what we did. The crepes are delicious! If you're around the area, you've gotta stop by for a taste. Sweet crepes. Savory crepes. Try 'em all. The prices are low enough to do just that. And the staff are very nice and fast. Would you ever think that a pitcher of water with slices of citrus inside would add a nice touch? Well, it does!
(4)Evil Evil Jen W.
Came here with sister because she was craving crepes. We shared: IBerry Crepe - cheesecake and blueberry filling, chocolate sauce, and ice cream and whipped cream on the side. Caravan Crepe - Italian sausage, spinach, scrambled eggs, mushrooms, mozzarella Both crepes were good but not remarkable. Service was fine, the ambiance a little bit too fancy for my taste (think diner format with cushion seating along a wall). Location: Raley's supermarket plaza, at the corner near the 24 Hr Fitness Time and Day of week: Weekend
(3)Roger M.
I have intentions of coming back here to try the crepes after looking over to what the other tables were ordering. The crepes look delicious. Unfortunately, I did not order the crepes. However, it doesn't mean that I did not have a great lunch. I ordered the chicken pesto sandwich on wheat with a fruit salad. The bread was toasted nicely and cheese melted perfectly. I thought the fruit salad was a bit small. The food is well priced. If I remember correctly, the crepes, sandwiches, and salads are under $10. It's a great place to go for a nice lunch with a friend. The customer service was great. They gave us ample time for us to decide what to order from the menu. They periodically came by to refill our water whenever we ran out. They were also very helpful. My friend didn't know that the bathroom required a key. They noticed her waiting outside a locked empty bathroom and gave her the key (LOL!). The inside of the restaurant is clean and cool looking. There was plenty of room. I'll reiterate that it's a great place to have lunch and the environment is conducive to having a great conversation with a friend. The location of the cafe is in a large plaza about a couple blocks from the Fremont BART station. It isn't too hard to find. It's pretty much near the corner of Paseo Padre and Walnut. I do intend to go back again and try the crepes. It's making me hungry just thinking about it.
(5)Eva H.
I came back to my hometown and maybe cuz it was v-day weekend but it was love at first sight! The ambiance of this place rocks - from "Zen" atmosphere they try to create to the fresh tulips on each table, the bright open space in this perfect corner location to the artsy "gems" arranged on the brick walls. I imagined this place could be a crepe cafe by day and fancy Asian-fusion restaurant by night. It made the pug dog "mascot" a little out of place! My boyfriend and I ordered a savory california crepe (spinach, mushrooms, turkey, pesto) and a banana and chocolate crepe. The savory crepe was probably the best one I've EVER tasted, it wasn't dry like some places make them or mushy like others. The crepe was crispy and the pesto sauce was perfect. And it comes with 4 sides to choose from- an added bonus. The dessert crepe: drizzled with caramel sauce and a huge scoop of ice cream on the side. Most place charge for ice cream sides, but this was included. 5 stars for the waiter service, huge portions, yumminess, $7-8 prices, and making me a definite returning fan! Man I feel bad for those 24Hr Fitness people next door being tempted by this scrumptious crepe cafe every time they walk by!
(5)Aishling R.
Frodo Joe's made a few changes but it's cool. You can no longer just go up to the counter and place your order. It's fancier now. You have to sit down and get waited on. The crepes were still delicious so it worked for me.
(4)Ari Z.
Crepes are delicious served with ice cream and your choice of side. The service Is "good" as long as you sit inside. My friend and I sat outside last time and the waitress forgot about us. The atmosphere is nice as well, coming in you don't expect it to look that nice inside. If looking looking for a quick affordable bite to eat, this is the place.
(3)Anna R.
Ok how hard is it to tell me that you're brewing a fresh pot of coffee? Esp when there's only one other table? And they're already done... Ordered the shrimp and crab crepe. The waitress left then came back cuz they're out of shrimp. Ok but you didn't know that before? So the Bacon avocado was ok, but why pesto? I guess to cover the minimal avocado. The waitress wanted to just give me my check and didn't ask if I wanted anything else. Outnumbered by staff. Why such poor service? I've had better crepes at the student union. Faster too. And without the attitude. The strawberry banana crepe almost makes up for everything. Great sauces, lots of fruit, tender crepe. Note: I wrote this review on 7/29/2010, on my phone.
(3)Raizel G.
My friend and I decided to try this place out since we love crepes! I tried the carrot cheesecake crepe and my friend had a mocha one and they were delicious! They have savory as well as sweet crepes, and they have a ton of different ones to choose from. If you love crepes, you should check out their menu. They even had a new mongolian beef crepe that they were trying out! (that wasn't on the menu, but they had a sign about it inside) The place itself is pretty cool inside, a lot nicer than I expected it to be, and there's plenty of parking. I really want to go back to try out more of their stuff.
(4)Saurin S.
Wanted to come here for months since it opened. Finally came and was not disappointed. From the decor and atmosphere to the food, all was excellent. Had a nutella and banana crepe as well as a spicy pesto vegetarian crepe - both were great. Smoothies were properly balanced too. The frozen mocha banana coffee was quite good. This is the best casual hangout place in Fremont now - worthy of San Francisco. Highly recommend.
(5)Eric B.
Passing this little corner cafe in a trip around the plaza I'd normally have written it off as an overpriced hipster joint with sub-par kitchy fare. Not at all the case. It's not overpriced and the kitchy fare is delightful. I found this place on Yelp, being unfamiliar with the area. We needed breakfast and I was tired of pastry. I was very pleased to have trusted the reviews, because again I'd have passed over the place given its name and decor. Needs a more independent location. Two kinds of crepes: savory and sweet. We were looking for breakfast so we went with savory; eggs, ham, tomato, mushrooms, cheese, that sort of thing. Light, almost rustic crepes soft with crispy edges framed fresh omelet ingredients. Not chewy, not overstuffed, the crepes could stand on their own. An excellent farmer's style breakfast with a twist. The fruit salad side though was about 4 pieces of melon and maybe a grape. Fresh, nice compliment to the crepes, but meager. Our waitress was shy and quiet but friendly enough. Good service speed. Nice presentation, down to the cute decanters of ice water. Overall, a pleasant surprise in a very atypical location for a place trying to stand out.
(4)Michelle W.
It's so hard avoiding this place when it's RIGHT NEXT TO MY GYM! I swear, it feels like torture to be tested like this. Sad to say, all efforts to lose weight is looking like a huge failure right about now. Thank Frodo's Joe's. Really, thanks. Seafood crepe with a side of cold feta cheese pasta has become my ultimate kryptonite. Bad for the hips, but oh so good to the lips. Made with real crab meat, shrimp, and mozzarella topped off with pesto sauce, I savor every bite until the very last. Feeling the need to satisfy a sweet tooth? Grab a seat in their chic sophisticated lounge and take a bite of their highly recommended strawberry banana crepe with a side of vanilla ice cream. Not too overbearingly sweet or packed with whipped cream. It surely is $7 well-spent. Don't forget to fill out a stamp card during your first visit. And don't worry about it being lost. They keep it in front of their register in a nifty little alphabetically organized box...just to entice their customers to return until they get enough stamps for a free crepe. It's worked on me so far...
(4)wolf c.
Surprised at this wonderful little place. It looks fairly boring on the corner of a little shopping plaza but upon entering you are transported to a relaxed and charming environment that has an Asian flair to it. The food centers around crepes and there's a wide range of choices available. They also have decent cocktails for those Friday afternoon lunches.
(4)Steven M.
The food is great. Any crepe is amazing as well as the pasta and salad.
(5)meg s.
Let's give it up for Fremont. In the midst of all the different cultures in this bay area city, I gotta hand it to them. They know what people like and what they need to be exposed to. I only have Crepes for special occasions like going to Pier 39, or in Vegas. And at the time I'm already having the time of my life, food will taste good from pretty much anywhere. This time I came hungry and with high expectations after reading the many reviews. My friend and I arrived last night right around dinner time, and for the first 30 mins there, we were the only customers in the restaurant. It was so nice!! We didn't have to worry about being too loud and having to talk over other peoples conversations. The setup it cute with comfy chairs and couches. No to mention the food was fabulous. I had my eye on the mango crepe for dessert after seeing a picture on here of it. but first, my main course I had the Chicken Cashew crepe. Healthy! And yummy! How could you go wrong?! My friend ordered the Classic and it wasn't overly stuffed with mozzarella. She also ordered a smoothie, delicious! Then of course for dessert we had the Mongo Crepe. Overall I had a very good experience here, and I didn't feel like the staff was trying to push us out. (We definitely overstayed our welcome too.) I was really happy with the service and the food, I will for sure be coming back!!
(5)Katy W.
3.5 stars pluses: - brunch in Fremont! still looking for other places with a slightly more upscale brunch (and maybe some eggs?) -nicely decorated, with a little flair, good for drinking coffee and talking/reading -friendly counter service -reasonable prices -yummy ingredients and generally tasty minuses: -while the price was reasonable, the portion was small; charge a little more and give a little more food because we were still hungry after our breakfasts! also, the side dishes were small -my husband thought his latte was mediocre while I liked mine - I wish there were scrambled eggs on the menu! I know it's a crepe place, but I feel like a few scrambled skillets would really beef up their menu overall: we will go back because there are so few places in Fremont to get a nice breakfast and I really enjoyed the service/atmosphere.
(3)Marevie T.
Place is super cute! I like that its kind of romantic on the inside... although I only come here on my lunch lol! I definitely like the service too, after going there a few times, they already know I'll be ordering three Thai Ice teas with extra extra milk/cream. Lol!
(5)Liberty Lady L.
Oh, Yeah! Good crepes and the best real hot chocolate I've ever had. Great service, friendly relaxing atmosphere (this was in the evening for dinner). I had the shrimp/crab crepes and my sweetheart had the hawaiian crepes. Even the pasta salad side was good and I'm usually not a fan of pasta salad. Sweetie had the greek salad side and it was good. The hot chocolate was real! Made with hot milk and what nearly tasted like melted Hershey chocolate. Something tells me the coming winter is going to find me at Le Petit fairly often just for their hot chocolate. Sweetie had chai latte. I tasted it but even before I could get it to my mouth I smelled that wonderful cardamom aroma. It was also truly delicious. Le Petit Cafe is different from Le Moose Crepe Cafe. While I'm also a fan of Le Moose Crepe, I just can't feel they're the same. Le Petit Cafe has a completely different atmosphere. I like them both. Le Moose has great smoothies, cool and refreshing, and I really enjoy them for a weekend lunch. Tonight, it was rainy and turning cool so the hot chocolate from Le Petit was perfect. Le Moose has a more varied, larger menu, the portions are a little bigger, the prices are a little lower. Le Petit has Starbucks-type of drinks. The two restaurants are just different and it's hard for me to feel that they're competitors. Their location is great, with lots of parking. It's on the corner of this strip shopping center, right next to 24 Hour Fitness and sort of across from Sweet Tomatoes. Easy to find. This place is a find! We will definitely be back. Highly recommended!
(5)Laurs D.
I can't believe this place has any good reviews. Cold, undercooked and tasteless food.
(2)Althea Rae S.
Came here on a whim with my boyfriend on a Sunday for brunch. Since we were over IHOP, Country Way (no offense) and our other "regular" places for breakfast/brunch. The place was smaller than I had anticipated, but the ambiance was quaint and fairly modern. I ordered the Seafood Delight Crepe and he had the Caravan Crepe. Both came with our choice of sides, I had a fruit salad and he had pasta salad. At first, I wasn't too sure on the size of the portions, but portion size was perfect. The food was very filling but not overfilling to the point where we went into food coma (LOL). Service was good, everything was done in a timely manner. Also, prices were just right for both of our crepes and two Thai Iced Tea cost us about $25 with tax and tip. Definitely will come back here again.
(5)Victoria T.
I like eating at this place, and if you are planning to come to this restaurant, be sure to look for a sign that says "Le Petit Cafe" instead of "Frodo Joe's". The food is served really quickly, and the restaurant is clean. It's a very relaxing place to be at, and it's a good place to meet an old friend, a new friend, or anyone that appreciates good food in a nice atmosphere. There are a lot of choices for crepes, and I always get the Cheesy Spinach and I add avocado. Their selection of drinks is also good too. I like their Mango Zing. I always feel like I'm eating a healthy meal when I come here, and they offer a free frequent diner card that rewards you for coming to this restaurant a lot. Be sure to save room for a dessert crepe!
(5)Nilda Lynne A.
Thank goodness for Yelp! I found an amazing and yummy place for breakfast! I've never had a single crepe before. Ever! I tried one of their "savory" crepes: Pizza crepe with a side of pasta salad. FYI: all "savory" crepes come with a choice of side (4 salads to choose from). Both the crepe and pasta salad were delicious! The restaurant looks very modern, welcoming, and has a chill vibe to it. There's a section that looks like it was made to lounge around, while enjoying one of their crepes. The service was fast. I don't know if it's because I went there right after they opened, or not. But as more people came in, their service was still consistent. I'll definitely be coming back here! I might try one of their "dessert" crepes.
(4)Priya L.
My boyfriend and I stopped by here one afternoon for some coffee. I really loved the setting inside, there are tables as well as a loungey sofa area where you can sit. At first we just wanted to have some coffee, but we ended up sharing a spinach, mushroom, and cheese crepe which was delish! I would def go back here to try other crepes and to just chill, relax, and have a cup of coffee. Btw, the vanilla mocha is good!
(4)Red S.
I had high hopes for this place, and was very disappointed. My seafood crepe was hideous as it contained RAW shrimp. Other that that the taste of the crepe itself was mediocre. The decor is nice, that is true, but the food leaves so much to be desired. Won't be back.
(1)Arlene M.
Stopped by here for a light lunch after working out at 24-hour fitness. It's a pretty cute place with nice ambiance, especially for a restaurant located in a strip mall. I think it helps that it's in the corner with lots of windows and light. It's not an authentic French creperie, but more of an asian-style crepe house like Le Moose Cafe on Mowry...you can tell from the pesto on the savory crepes and ice cream on the sweet crepes! Not to hate on that, but if you're expecting something very French (like Bistro Maxine in Palo Alto), you will be very disappointed. However, if you align your expectations and you like asian-style crepes then you will have a very tasty meal here. Since I wanted something light, I got a veggie crepe with spinach, tomato, and avocado. It also came with a green salad, and I got the dressing on the side...the greens were good and had nice chunks of cucumber and olive. The crepe itself was very tasty, though I think maybe the lightness of the rest of the ingredients got offset by the amount of pesto. Next time I'd probably get the pesto on the side as well so I can control the amount. Hubby got a chicken/mozzzarela/mushrooms/spinach crepe, which was also very good. They're portions are quite decent and it was a pretty filling lunch. I think the crepes here are a bit better than Le Moose Cafe, and you get your order a bit faster since they have more staff. The location is a bit nicer and more convenient too. We will probably return if we're working out in the area.
(4)Michelle P.
I'm new to the Fremont area and I didn't know where to eat lunch. Then my friend suggested coming here and so I did! This place was great! I ordered the classic crepe (chicken, spinach, mushrooms, cheese and pesto sauce on the side) and strawberry crepe (fresh strawberries, nutella, raspberry sauce, powdered sugar, whipped cream & ice cream). Yes both crepes were for me. I typically eat sweet crepes and I'm incapable of passing them up so in true Michelle fashion, I ordered both. The classic was really good! You MUST put the pesto sauce on it. The pesto sauce really took the crepe to a whole different level. This crepe was really filling. I believe it was... $6-8. Not bad for lunch! The strawberry was excellent! The menu said "chocolate sauce", but to my surprise their chocolate sauce was nutella! Most crepe places make you pay extra to use that, so I'm a fan of Frodo Joe's because of that alone. I think this crepe was $6. I will definitely come here again. However, I think my next crepe adventure will take me to Le Moose. It seems they have a bigger menu for savory crepes. Try this place! Beware - the sign says "Le Petit". It's in the same plaza as Sweet Tomatoes.
(4)Michelle D.
I can certainly agree with other Yelpers that the food and decor here are great. We've come here several times, but on our most recent visit here, our server was terrible. Even though we were pleasant to her the whole time, she had an attitude with us from the moment we walked in. -Our server sat us, and then sat another party that came in immediately behind us. She gave them their water first, took their orders first and gave them their food first--even though we were there before them. -I asked if I could get my salad dressing on the side. She said that salad dressing already comes on the side and then asked if I wanted a salad. Yes, isn't that why I asked for the dressing on the side? When she served my boyfriend's salad, his dressing did not come on the side... -She came to check on the table next to us to see if they wanted anything else, but ignored us. Then, after she gave us our check, she kept peeking around the corner to see if we had paid yet...but she let the other tables eat at a leisurely pace without stalking them to see if they had paid. I really enjoyed the food here, but I won't come back to a place where they treat me like I'm not good enough to dine there.
(2)Omer M.
Amazing creperies ;) excellent service and it's always pleasure to come here thanks of refreshing decore
(5)M D.
Its really hit or miss at this place. I work in this City and I have family and friends that frequent the place. But I must say that the last few times its been a miss. The last time they ran out of what I ordered which hadn't been the first time. Customer service is lacking, its usually a little over $20 for 2 people and this last time they wouldn't change a $100 at the end of my work day with a good sized order. The owner said she needed change for client..... Uh, Hello what am I chopped liver? And hello, near the end of the day. Crepevine is waayyyy better anyways. Just disappointed because they used to be so on puint. Guess I have to start going to Riggatoni's for a quick bite.
(1)Christopher W.
Had high expectations for this place after, my Mom and cousin had talked it up saying it was good. Don't get me wrong, the people are very friendly and tried to make conversation with us however, the crepes were just "ok". Sure, my Mom and I were ambitious to each get one savory crepe, a dessert crepe to share and then a iced beverage each, but all this for $30, yikes! The bacon and avocado crepe I got was pretty bland in my opinion. Also their crepes are too airy and pancake like. The cold chai tea latte was overly sweet that I could only drink half of it. I must admit though, the side greek salad that came with the crepe was the best part about the meal. Compared to some other creperies I've been to, Le Petit Cafe just didn't satisfy me.
(2)Philip-John T.
Very delicious crepes! I had the Hawaiian crepe. The pineapple accentuates this crepe to the tee and the cheese was too dang good. I also had the nutella banana crepe. The combo of sweetness and fruit was good. Many kudos to my friend for taking to this spot!
(5)Justine A.
I started going to the frodo joe's in Hayward but find myself in the Fremont area more often. I love this place! The decor is nice.. It reminds me of a pier one imports store or a thai bistro, two different styles but still pretty. All their crepes are super good. I've tried a variety of savory and dessert crepes. Today I had the Californian, which was completely satisfying. It's interesting how this place use to be an order at the counter type of place and now it's a sit down bistro, with waiter/waitress service. I believe the change started due to them now serving alcohol. I would love to give this place 5 stars, but the consistency of how large/small your crepe is always changes. Granted I try different types of crepes but the sizes of the actual crepes depend on who's making it or how much ingredients they have that day. Nonetheless, I plan to always go back to this mom and pop place :)
(4)jennifer a.
I was introduced to this place by a friend and I'm hooked. love their crepes! they have a variety of crepes. My fave is the chicken cashew and a spicy veggie crepe. go to check this place out if u you haven't! I agree with every ones review on customer service..it could be a lot better.... they were NOT rude but just need to attend more to their customers. i have to always ask for my check 2-3x before i get it. i love the crepes and their decor! I'm a fan
(4)Jessie P.
yummy. It's so good, we allways been to this place and never notice anything wrong with the food. The place looks wonderful.
(5)Topazskye L.
We got here in the evening and there was only one customer. The ambiance was great so that gave me high hopes about the dining experience. I wanted to use the restroom so I was waiting outside the restroom and I kept on waiting but the door was locked. So I thought someone was inside and I went back to our table to wait, I returned again and it was still locked then I decided to ask the staff if there was someone inside. Then they fished out a key to hand to me. HELLOOO...you saw me visit the restroom several times but yet you did not offer the key??? Also, why is the restroom locked? There are patrons in the restaurant. The meatball crepe I ordered was awful. I thought they would have used handmade meatballs but it is frozen meatballs from chinese super markets. The drinks were blah too....why bother to put alcoholic drinks if you do a crap job of them? the only redeeming thing was the nutella/banana crepe. Ugh, I would never come back again!
(2)Jade D.
wonderful crepe!!! MUST try!!!
(5)Jessica L.
Totally was not expecting to find a gem in the hub. I always just went straight into Sweet Tomatoes without even looking around. The moment I walked in I was totally surprised. The restaurant was so pretty and well-decorated! My friends said it had a nice 'Thai-feeling' to it, and I agree. Its very asian fusion but also contemporary and comfortable. Very interesting! The crepes were also delicious.. I wasn't expecting much, but I was pleasantly surprised. I had the turkey avocado savory crepe with a greek salad by the side (both which I highly recommend). The water pitcher and cups were different and definitely a plus. The space was great for hanging out with a medium group of friends just to chat and hang out. Minus one star for service, which was just all right. Definitely will be going there more often.
(4)Pak Mail S.
My second time at this place. I like the decor. Very comfortable, nice music and the food was good. My cons are that the portions were small for the price and considering the place was empty, there was a wait to order and to get our food. Good location though so I'll probably be back.
(3)Bernadette A.
Finally made it here for my birthday lunch with the family. Good selection of savory crepes though I wish they had more to choose from for the sweet (dessert) crepes. Service was fast considering there were eight people in our party. Food was delicious! Everything was well-seasoned and portions are generous. Crepes and sandwiches come with a side of pasta, fruit, or Greek salad. This is a great place to go to for weekend brunch. In fact, the hubby wanted to go back the next day but our schedule wouldn't allow it. We will be back!
(4)Daisy L.
Their california crepe was really good and tasty. When the plate first arrive i was surprise with the portion size. It look smaller than other crepe shops i tried, but it was actually a good amount and it comes with a side salad/fruit of your choice. I like how they bring you a pitcher of water flavor with cucumber and fruit. yummy!
(4)Allison L.
The best crepes in Fremont! Personally, I think this place is even better than Le Moose Crepe Cafe. Their dessert crepes are absolutely heavenly, especially the Mixed Berries crepe. The place has a very cute, laid back ambiance with a couch section. Perfect place for a casual lunch with a significant other or a few girlfriends!
(5)L C.
I went there this past weekend. There were 5 of us and we had the Bento crepe, Apple and Cinnamon crepe, Cheesy Spinach crepe, Chicken & Bacon crepe, and I don't remember what the last one was, but all five of us cleaned our plates up really well and we all said we can't wait until the next time we go again. All the drinks are great as well. I definitely recommend this restaurant, they offer a range from light and healthy veggie crepes to rich and full savory and dessert crepes. All yummy!
(5)Scott W.
Another crepe place in Fremont? Score! I was looking for a new place to eat lunch today and saw that this is a creperie. Interested in comparing Le Petit Cafe to Le Moose Crepe Cafe, I decided to go here with a friend. Customer service was top notch. Despite being very busy, we only had to wait a short while for our food. Since this was my first time here the cashier went over the menu briefly to help me decide. I chose the shrimp pesto crepe with pasta and the "Silicon smoothie" which was mango, peach and banana. My friend got the chicken bacon crepe with pasta and a strawberry smoothie. The smoothies took about 3 minutes because the cashier took orders from the line behind us. The food was another 3 minutes or so. Both were excellent. It seems that crepe places have a thing for pesto because I guess all savory crepes come with pesto. The shrimp one was pretty good, but a little too plain for my tastes. The smoothie was also a bit runny and didn't have that thick consistency you see from places like Jamba Juice. My friend also recommends not getting the strawberry one because it had a lot of seeds in it. Pricing wasn't that bad. For a crepe and a side you spend about $7-8. The smoothies were $3.5 a piece for the small. The prices might be a bit pricy for some of the more simple crepe, especially the dessert ones. But I haven't tried those yet so I wont ding them for that. The non-smoothie drink prices were around $2.5 which is what I'll probably go for next time. I went at 12:30 so the place was packed. We managed to get one of the last tables available. Despite the large crowd the wait time was less then the time spent at Le Moose Crepe Cafe just because there was more than 1 employee; I counted 3. The interior is very nice and the furniture is comfortable for a restaurant. FYI, the sign on the building just says Le Petit Cafe. I was looking for something that said Frodo Joe's because that part of the name was most memorable. Overall I give it a 4 stars; a 4.5 really, but that's not an option. My only concern is that it's kinda busy and I would like to see the prices come down by a dollar or two. While I'll make return trips to both creperie's, I think Le Petit Cafe is probably my favorite of the two.
(4)Joel G.
Nice place to get a fine crepe for a reasonable price. I liked my mushroom, avocado, and mozzarella savory variety with a side of Greek salad. The crepe was cooked well and not soggy, and was not weighed down by too much cheese. I'd come back for another. There is plenty of room in this place, and like Le Moose, there are couches that give the illusion that hunching over your food is comfortable. Options are good. I just don't understand why they keep the water behind the counter where it is inaccessible unless you ask for it. The water cups are tiny.
(3)Mikolo R.
Owned by my Thai peeps, so maybe I'm biased but this place is pretty good. Cute Thai decorated lounge area to sit and chat with girlfriends. Crepes average $7-8 each. Drinks are a bargain, esp considering that the Large size is 24oz. I ordered the pizza crepe, which was alright. My own fault for not reading the menu closely.... their savory crepes come with pesto sauce, and silly me expected marinara sauce in my crepe.
(4)Sidney C.
The ingredients for the crepe were obviously all canned or pre-made. My crepe had a hole (was not properly made, should have been thrown away and a new one made if it failed). The taste just isn't quite there in terms of freshness and flavor. The service was a bit slow and not very helpful. Food: 2.25 Service: 2.5 Ambiance: 3 Decor: 4
(3)jen c.
I had rated this place last year but I'm just so please with this place that I'm going to rate and review it again! I've seen the changes and growth since I started eating here. The decor and style of service has been upgraded. Rather than ordering at the front of the counter now, it's more restaurant style now where they seat you and come take your order, but don't fret. The atmosphere and service is just the same. Local, sweet and simple. Also even though i'm a starbucks stockholder, I really prefer the chai at Frodo's. It's done just right. Not too sweet and not water down. In fact, I had parked in front of a starbucks today thinking that I'd go get some coffee, but then i remembered Frodo was just around the corner so I decided to go there instead. I got a latte and for nearly the same price for a tall at starbucks, I get a grande here. Not only is that a good deal, it also tasted good! Plus, if you don't like or can't get used to the taste of Starbucks's coffee, definitely try the coffee at Frodos. Mocha and chai are really good here.
(4)Alex L.
I agree with the other reviewers... the crepes here are extremely tasty! I usually order a custom crepe with shrimp, ham, and egg in it. They put pesto sauce on top and dee-lish! The ingredients are fresh and flavorful, the pesto sauce adds just the right flavor. I usually ask for fresh fruit on the side and it is well-prepared and unlike so many other places, it is not bland. This place gets an extra star from me for 2 reasons: 1) the decor - unique, fun, colorful, light, comfortable. 2) they are in Fremont. There is no reason to have food this tasty or have decor that is this unique - there is no competition in Fremont, but they did it anyway.
(5)Seema V.
I came here after having a horrible lunch. This place is amazing. I ordered strawberry and chocolate crepe and Thai iced tea. Although I was full I could still eat the whole crepe since it was soo good. Thai iced tea is also very good. The crepe was a bit soft. I like it a bit crisp. But overall amazing food and good ambience.
(4)Tiffany M.
Late Saturday Lunch: Classic Savory Crepe // side dish: Greek salad Chicken Pesto on Sourdough // side dish: Fruit salad Quite enjoyable. If we stayed to eat - we would've ordered a dessert crepe. Frodo Joe's is quite good. I've been to the one in San Lorenzo & Hayward and both satisfied my taste buds. Good job Frodo's....
(4)Oscar G.
Nice place for a light breakfast. Came here with my wife while my son had surgery at Fremont surgery Center. Our waitress was kind and friendly. The decor is themed by stone work with an asian touch, and adds to the dining experience. We had the veggie crepe and the sausage pepperocini special crepe. The crepes were a bit dry. It would be nice if they added more pesto. For sides we tried pasta salad, which was a generous portion, and the steamed veggies with feta. A perfect place to eat at a time of stress.
(4)Cycle G.
Wow - I've passed this place a million times but today I decided to go in on a whim. What a great little gem of a find in Fremont! The inside is nicely decorated and looks like it belongs more on University in Palo Alto. I had intended to just grab a quick coffee to-go, but ended up also ordering a crepe to go. I was a little skeptical of the crepe since my hubby and I have had awesome crepes in Quebec Canada. Although the crepes in Quebec are still better, this is the best place we've found in the Fremont area. I would have given them 5 stars, but the iced latte was weak. Considering Peet's is right around the corner, they should really improve in this area. Otherwise, I am definitely going back. $10 minimum for credit card charges.
(4)Lily S.
Very cute place! Clean and and relaxing atmosphere, if you get there early for lunch. I was trying to get some breakfast at Sweet Tomatoes, next door, but found out that they only had breakfast foods on Sundays, not Saturdays. This place turned out to be a great Plan B! I had the spinach, mushroom, with cheese crepe and a soy (yeah, they had it) latte for around $10. Great deal and tasted waaaaay better than Moose's on Mowry! AND! No snotty-kids running around (like weekends at Sweet Tomatoes)!
(5)glen o.
I've been looking for a good crepe place in Fremont and decided to try this place. The place looks very modern and very cozy so I got pretty excited as I looked over their extensive menu. I ordered the Classic Crepe and to my disappointment, the chicken was really gross. It tasted fake - like that stuff they use to make chicken nuggets. I was going to order a dessert crepe but I was too paranoid thinking that they would have fake chocolate in their Banana and Chocolate crepe. My friends enjoyed their meals so I guess its just the chicken that was gross. Wish I had ordered something else...
(2)Erica M.
The chicken, mushroom,cheese,avacado crepe is delicious. The decor is nice. Very Zen like. Definatly coming back!
(5)mitra g.
Ok...so why is this place called a Cafe? This is not what i would call a cafe. Its too nice to be a cafe and it doesn't serve good coffee. The coffee i ordered tasted instant! Crepe was good. i ordered the vegie with side of salad. Veggies were barely cooked which was nice and feta cheese was the good quality kind. The amount of food was very little. The crepe is small with a small salad on the side. i was hungry 2 hours after that meal. I spent almost $13 for that meal including tip. I think its too expensive for lunch, especially if you are just out to get a quick bite, maybe worth it if you're doing a 2 hour lunch with the girls! But be prepared to be hungry very very soon after!
(3)Ami S.
I love this place. Thanks to Yelp, I discovered an amazing crepes place in Fremont. I had the mozzarella and avocado. The crepes take a while to prepare, but I didn't mind because it was worth the wait. The food is so fresh. They give you options for sides, so I had the pasta salad which was good as well. For the sweet crepe, my friends and I shared a nutella and strawberry crepe. The workers here are really nice. My friend cannot eat chocolate, so they just put nutella on one side of the crepe and gave us a side of caramel sauce. Really sweet of them to be so accommodating! I will definitely be coming back here soon!
(4)Bonnie S.
I've never thought of eating at Frodo Joe's until I searched for 'crepes' on Yelp! Anyway, yum, this place is delicious! I had the veggie crepe with feta cheese, spinach and tomatoes. Their ingredients are obviously fresh which is a big plus. They added pesto too, which added even more flavor to the filling. Food was good. The interior is uniquely decorated too and spacious. Why 3 stars: Even though my crepe was tasty, it was on the smalle side and not filling. I also chose fruits for the side dish (either fruits, pasta salad, or soup) and they gave me 4 pieces of miniscule fruits: 1 piece of watermelon, cantaloupe, pineapple, honeydew each. I know I'm being picky, the fruit isn't the main dish, but it was disappointing. When I ate here with my friend, there weren't too many people yet, so we were one of the few tables. But the waitress was sooooo slow! Slow moving. She didn't really pay attention to us either...maybe they were understaffed that day.
(3)Tom Y.
It is at the corner of a strip mall right next to the 24 Hour Fitness because I couldn't find any signs except one little one in the front. Its pretty aid back inside with plenty of tables, and the decor totally asian fusion. They have a pretty wide selection of crepes, and I therefore had to partake in one offcourse. I had a veggie crepe with spinach and other yummy freshness and i was really impressed with not only the freshness of the veggie but the fact they didn't over cook them. They did however screw up my pet peeve though, savory crepes = wheat crepes, and not some white thing crepe.
(4)Susan Y.
Good standard crepes. The ambiance is cute, tranquil, casual but nice and upscale for a crepe place.
(4)Kem K.
We ordered a lunch and dessert crepe. The dessert crepe was amazing (bananas and chocolate). The lunch crepe (veggie spicy crepe) was too spicy and salty. We give it 5 stars for the dessert crepe and two stars for the lunch crepe.
(3)Phil B.
I love this place I know the cook fairly and she does one of a kind crepes. I love the club sandwich plus the service is awesome!!!!! I also like peach party soothies
(5)Jolyn S.
This was my first visit to this place and I loved it! It beats most of the restaurants from the South Bay where I live. I had the Super Crepe with scrambled eggs, ham, and mozzarella cheese sans tomatoes with a side order of green salad. It was delicious! I was quite impressed with the upscale and trendy decor - even the restroom was done very tastefully. I highly recommend this place for a filling yet healthy lunch!
(5)H H.
The former juice zone is unrecognizable now, beautiful new furniture, decor & super friendly staff. Great place when you simply can not eat yet another turkey sandwich or chipotle burrito, a crepe is a nice change of pace. They have Thai ice tea (one can ascertain from the lovely cushions & thai tea that the owners are actually Thai, confirmed when they went chatting up a storm with my spouse) which I love. Did not try the smoothie although a man there said he loved 'em. We had a shrimp pesto crepe & a Hawaiian (pineapple/ham) crepe for lunch with fresh fruit salad on the side and it was perfect. Really surprisingly filling but without the food coma feeling. Would be a great place to meet up with friends for a weekend brunch!
(5)Harmony N.
Finally! A place in Fremont to get something satisfying, fresh, and tasty. I'm a big fan of the Classic Crepe with a side of fruit. On the 2 occasions I've been there so far, I've cleaned my plate each time. Also, the smoothies I've tried so far have been quite refreshing, not too icy. Eating there is nice, with a comfy, clean laid back setting. You could bring your mother there after church (nice decor) or stop by with some friends after the gym (self seat tables) - you'd feel just as comfortable. Service is pretty quick, and the staff are very nice. I'd recommend just eating there, a fresh cooked crepe with crispy edges is extra yummy.
(4)Jennifer d.
It looks like Petit Cafe has new management. A little bird told me that they're going to start serving afternoon tea in a month or so. Looking forward to it!
(4)Bobby K.
I ate here the other day and I was quite pleased. It's a small corner store combination coffee shop and crepe restaurant. The seating is extremely limited, but funky. You have a main dining area of mostly 2 person tables in the center, but by the door on a raised platform they have a few couches and coffee tables. Maybe it's intended for coffee drinkers, but they had no problems serving us there. I just wish my couch had a back to it. I ordered the seafood crepe and it was DEEEEE-licious. It had crab, shrimp bits, and mozzarella cheese. They also dribbled a tiny amount of pesto infused olive oil on the top that took the flavor from good but little boring to always interesting. I always though of crepes as light and fluffy, but I could not finish mine. Shame too because I was looking forward to trying the desert crepes too. Maybe next time I won't go there after eating a bagel first. The bathrooms are normally locked and you must ask for the key. They should put a sign on the door explaining this so you don't stand outside the door wondering if you need to call search and rescue to extract the previous occupant. They have a card file by the register full of 3x5 cards. You can put your name on a card, and every time you eat there, they stamp it. Buy 10 crepes, and get one free. Thankfully you don't need to carry the card with you all the time.
(4)Laura W.
I sure hope this place stays open because people in the tri-city area sure love their chain restaurants, and I hardly ever see anyone in here. (Of course, meanwhile the parking lot is totally full of Sweet Tomatoes patrons.) I've only been for dinner though, and I've heard it's busier during lunch hours. I love love love Frodo Joe's. My dad and I discovered it on a whim while trying to find dinner when my mom was staying in the hospital across the street. I will always remember that occasion clearly because we were both just so amazed by how delicious our meal was. And then we shared an apple cinnamon crepe for dessert, and our amazement continued. We've been back several times, and I've never had anything I didn't like. Their ingredients are always fresh and flavorful (the avocado and asparagus especially come to mind). At most restaurants I have a tendency to find a favorite dish and stick with it, but I've gotten something different every time I've been to this restaurant and honestly can't decide which I liked most. I even have a difficult time choosing between the greek salad or pasta salad for my side every time because they're both so good! And I love how every savory crepe comes standard with pesto on top. mmmmmm pesto! As others have mentioned, the decor inside is unique, and the water they give you with your meal tastes like no water you've had before. I'm not usually a cucumber fan, but I don't seem to mind it in my water at all. Yum yum yum!
(5)Jasmeet D.
The food was fresh ...the portion size was good ...but the food was bland ...zero points for taste ...
(2)Kelsey A.
My boyfriend just took me for a fun treat before work and i have to say they have the best crepes ever !
(5)Jade M.
Just came here for dessert, and their food has improved. I just don't know if they changed owners. But this place serves great savory and dessert crepes. They have many selections of savory and dessert crepes ranging from $6 to $9. They renovated their place and the decor leaves potential customers mysterious, but the food speaks for itself. Their water is filled with orange, cucumber and lemon slices. I had to get a dessert crepe with strawberry, banana filled crepe, with rum caramel sauce, a scoop of ice cream and raspberry sauce. The crepe is really good, and this restaurant is great for groups, and inviting friends too. Customer service is good. The server was pleasant. 3 stars. Food is really good. Next time, I will order savory crepes. They also serve sandwiches, coffee, espresso, juice and smoothies. 4 stars. The decor, and the ambience. 4 stars.
(4)Jello P.
This place is gorgeous, great ambiance and all, but not worth your appetite! The crepes are bland and portion size is too small. They're being cheap with their ingredients. My mom got the chicken and spinach crepe and she said there were not enough of either, she felt like she was just eating the batter. Same goes for my strawberry nutella crepe. The nutella was spread so thin that it was almost burned because there wasn't a sufficient amount of it, so my crepe was brittle and dry. Also, what's with everyone falling in love with that orange water?! It looks pretty, but it's NOTHING special. Lastly, they don't like it when you share your orders, because they expect each person to order their own meal and they won't give you friendly service if you do so. I was just sharing with my boy friend since we've never been there before and we just had dinner.
(2)Douglas H.
Had breakfast hear on a Sunday morning. Beautiful, crispy crepes -- not the thick, doughy crepes that can be overwhelming. Food was good. Very unique little place. I'd go back.
(4)L D.
Love this place! Clean and I always get my "spot". My husband refuses to eat at any other table. Really good food, fulfilling and fairly priced. They make fresh coffee here which is one of the main reasons i love coming here. It tastes like it was made for you! Nutella and Bannana Crepe is my favorite! Very cute decor might I add! :)
(5)Alma G.
Great place to eat! I LOVE their 'Classic' crepe which comes with chicken, mushrooms, and mozzarella cheese. It's so flavorful. I've been here a couple times and have only gotten that particular crepe each time. The crepe plus its side dish always makes me full so I never have had a chance to do a dessert/sweet crepe yet. My only complaint is that they need more staff during their peak times. There is usually one person that makes the crepes and another person that takes the orders, cashiers, AND delivers the food to your table. I would suggest going in a bit earlier than planned during lunchtime so you're not starving by the time you get your food.
(4)Reddy E.
Crispy crepes? No thank you.... I hate the taste of their crepes, too bland. I also do not like the customer service being super slow and never gets my order right. I much prefer crepes de art in hayward. Those heavenly crepes are nice, soft and chewy. Yumm.
(1)Rana A.
Came here for lunch on a weekend. The place was full, but not crowded. There is a clean, cozy atmosphere. Everyone's crepe was tasty, with flavorful ingredients and cooked properly. The drinks and desserts were also good and the portions were adequate. We'll be back again.
(4)Maarten S.
My fiance and I tried this place today. We got the Frostee White Mocha and two savory crepes. The crepes were bland and doused in copious amounts of olive oil. We both left at least half of our crepe's on the plate and left feeling sick from the oil and grease. The white mocha frostee was very good, but highly recommend avoiding this place if you want to eat anything.
(1)Joy C.
Great place to eat breakfast or brunch cheap food but very good food highly recommend
(4)Anna S.
When you walk into this place you'll notice right away the intimate decor of the cafe. I found it really simple and quaint. A cute place for dates. There are a lot of options to choose from the menu. They were all affordable and worth the price because the crepes were pretty big. We didnt expect the crepe to be big because we read a review earlier saying that the crepes were small but they were wrong. If we had known the size of the crepes we would have split the crepes. My friend ordered the strawberry and banana crepes and I ordered the pizza crepes. The total of the bill was only about $15. The only reason I didn't give this place 5 stars because I though the pizza crepes was a bit too salty and not that flavorful. All I needed was some sriracha sauce and it would have been delicious. But I will most definitely come back to this place. My friend and I could barely finish the crepes! It was worth it haha.
(4)Claire Y.
I "HEART" this crepe place!! =) The service was good and the staff were so nice. I ordered the classic crepe (chicken+mushroom+veggie+cheese) and a thai tea. They both taste delicious!!! So good I had it for brunch and dinner..ON THE SAME DAY!! lol.. Yah for Yum! 5 stars for Frodo Joe's!
(5)C M.
My friend introduced us to this place and we all love it ! Yummy crepes , nice, clean spot , and the service is good as well. I have the biggest sweet tooth so I went with the one with strawberries and chocolate sauce . A couple of my friends had the spinach and cheese and they loved it .
(5)Jason M.
This place looks pretty nice and would be a chill place to come kick it with some homies for a brunch. Unfortunately, my high protein diet prohibits me from partaking in any of the crepes today (boo, health consciousness) so I thought I'd order a cap and chill with a magazine. The cappuccino is fairly meh but I think it's sadly what people have come to expect when they order one (curse you, Starbucks!). Big cloud of stiff foam over flavorless espresso. Won't be getting coffee again here but I'll be back to scope the crepe situation!
(3)Kate N.
I love this place! I always find myself craving crepes more than usual so I go here. Usually the one in Fremont because it is closer to my boyfriend's house and we go together. The decor is comfortable and very "relaxing". I order the simple crepes but I have to say that the pesto sauce is AMAZING. Perfect! I get the ham and cheese crepe, simply because it tastes great with the pesto sauce. I have also tried the banana and chocolate crepe, huge portions of banana drowned in chocolate, yum! The ice cream portion is so-so but still good. Personally, i think they overpriced the prices for extra ice cream, 2.50 for a small scoop?! I can get more at baskin robbins. But I love this place, always a bright and relaxing place. Think crepes don't fill you up? Think again!!
(5)Lindy P.
I love this place! I got the californian crepe. It was soo fresh, and the pesto sauce is yummmy. The side pasta tasted really fresh too, especially the cheese. The water had cucumer lemon etc in it and it came in very cute water vase thing. The waitress as nice and I love the decorations. I wanna try to sweet crepes next time!
(5)Valerie F.
Local wonderful coffee shop and creperie!
(5)Ross A.
This place is awesome. Creative crepe menu made with fresh ingredients and very tasty. Healthy, inexpensive food with great service.
(5)Diana T.
It's nice to come home to Fremont and see better non-chain restaurants popping up in our strip malls. Frodo Joe's is a cute, well decorated cafe located in the Sweet Tomatoes complex. The lady working there that night was so so nice that her service deserves 5+ stars. As for the food, our party seemed to enjoy their respective crepes. They were tasty, filled with good quality ingredients and came with sides such as greek salad and cold pasta salad. For $6-8, I can't complain and the portions are generous. Then she made us our strawberry and nutella crepes a la mode and that sealed the deal. Definitely will visit this place again. Open till 8 pm weekdays.
(4)Sang S.
Need better service. I did some research on their web prior to brunch visit on Sunday and tried to order Sunday special morning express but waitress simply responded "NO". Settled with crepe which was far short to my expectation.
(2)My P.
First time in this place after driving by it for a long time. Met a gf for lunch. We split an avocado and bacon savory crepe that had mozzarella as well - dayum it was good! We also shared the chicken pesto sandwich which was tasty as well. And then why o why but we went ahead and had the blueberry chocolate crepe too. OK so she is prego and decided to order that last crepe but I had a few bites and had to roll myself outta here. Great decor - hadn't been in when it was a smoothie place or whatever it was before that so not sure if the tile and glass were already there but make a really nice atmosphere. The water with lemon, mint, orange, and cucumber was another nice touch, as are the rewards cards that they keep up front for you. Cute touches all around and yummy food - maybe it should be 4 1/2 stars but I wasn't so blown away that I would give it 5 but still a really, very nice, cute place with good food. I will be back!
(4)Daphne T.
Hubby and I tried out Frodo Joe's last weekend and were so excited to find a locally owned place that we can have brunch at every weekend. JeJe (sp?) was friendly and the food was not fabulous but not bad. We appreciated the nice touches like comfortable seating and flavored ice water. JeJe was also welcoming and gave us lots of coupons at the end and encouraged us to come back with friends. True to our word, today we brought four additional guests with us for Sunday brunch (6 total). But I'm so sad to day that our experience was an unhappy one. Took a while to get our orders in and a long time to get our food, but I understand it's Sunday morning so that didn't really bother me... But things just went downhill. First off, I ordered coffee, but everyone else got their coffee except me (halfway into the meal, I note) and I had to ask our waitress about my coffee twice -- she never apologized or gave me any ETA. nada. I gave her the benefit of the doubt and assumed she didn't really speak English and thus barely acknowledged my followup requests for coffee other than to say "it's coming." Rude, but ok, I'll wait. I didn't get my coffee till we were done with our meal!!! The bill came out, which she gave to the only white man at the table (my brother-in-law). I took the bill, gave her my credit card and she came back and gave it back to my brother-in-law again. (There must be some sociologist who'd have a lot to say about that. I'm guessing she comes from a culture where white men pay for everything and Asian women just follow, but this was pretty irksome to me. Mind you, there were six adults at the table, and it's not like he was the one who asked for the bill.) Before I signed the credit card bill, I realized I had the coupons that JeJe had given me the weekend before. So I presented two of the coupons to redeem and the waitress said I can use them next time. ???!! Even if she had charged my card already, she could've easily reversed part of the charges. I hadn't submitted my tip add-on yet anyway. But this time she really was rude. I asked her if she was serious and she just walked away!! Wow. That's some balls. JeJe was behind the counter busily making crepes so I tried to get her attention to let her know about our disappointing experience, but she was tied up and barely looked up when we talked to her. I decided not to full-on pull her away from her cooking since she clearly had her hands full, so we eventually just left. We might be convinced to go back if they work out these kinks (i.e. get rid of any bad waitresses), but for now, there are other places to spend our money every weekend. We won't be coming back until we hear things have improved.
(2)Norm Y.
This location used to be a Juice Zone but Frodo Joe's recently moved in. It was rainy and pretty late & they had just opened for business recently so it was slow -- guess it'll take some time for the word to get out, but it was great for us since we had the whole place to ourselves. We had a nice chat with the owners and ends up they also have locations up in San Lorenzo and Hayward. I ordered the super crepe (i was craving eggs for some reason which this crepe had) and a hot chamomile tea. The tea came in a the hugest cup I've ever seen. I think the super crepe also came with tomatoes, ham, greens, and mozzarella cheese -- it definitely hit the spot. :) The side of fresh fruit was delicious as well. I'm looking forward to going back again and trying out more items from their menu (the have smoothies and sweet crepes as well).
(4)David S.
My boss and I stumbled upon this place after a business meeting and I was very pleasantly surprised with the food. I later brought my wife and our family friend with her two kids to this restaurant and they agreed with me! Altogether, we have tried the spicy veggie crepe, the zucchini and asparagus crepe, the Italian sausage and feta cheese crepe, and the banana and chocolate crepe. Nothing was left of any of them. As an added touch, the water pitchers they give you have orange and zucchini slices to give them a more refreshing taste and some pleasant color. For lunch I found their menu of newer additions more appealing than the other laminated menu, so make sure your server gives you one!
(5)Beverly F.
This is a hidden gem. I went here when they were really juice zone. I never thought to come here because if I am craving a smoothie I usually go to Jamba Juice of Roebeks. Anyhow, I stumbled upon this on yelp and decided to try it. When my hubby baby and I walked in the interior decor got a face lift. I was really impressed with the new decor. That Juice Zone sign does not do it any justice. Anyway, we ordered The Seafood Delight (Shrimp, crab, and mozzarella cheese) and my hubby had the Californian (Turkey, tomato, avocado, and added bacon to his crepe). The Seafood Delight was huge with a side of Greek salad. The salad was very fresh. It was good but I think I wasn't too much in a seafood mood. I will say this, the crab was fresh not that imitation stuff. I just wanted something healthy. But I am a true meat eater because my hubby's was "D"elicious. The bacon was big and crisp. Not the microwave bacon kind some places serve to save time. I also had the iced chai tea which had just the right taste. So, anyway I spoke to the waitress and asked how long it's been since they have taken over juice zone. She said for about a year. I asked about the sign and let her know I would have came in a long time ago if I had known you were a crepery. She said they will change the sign as soon as they have more money. So, come and give them more business people! I have also tried Le Moose and I think Le Petit Cafe is so much better. That place was so so for me. I only went there once and never came back. As, you can see I didn't write a review for them. Until I had someone else to compare them to in Fremont. I will be coming back to try their desert crepes. I love that this place is also very close to my home.
(4)Martin R.
Very nice crêperie! We've been twice after our Sunday workout the last couple of weeks. The interior is tastefully decorated giving the place a warm ambiance. We were seated quickly, and the service was good. The crepes were wonderful, and I've enjoyed the smoothies too. Maybe the best thing I can say is that we'll be regulars. In fact,were going there for my birthday in a couple of days for dinner. Were looking forward to trying the dessert crepes!
(4)Chun H.
The sandwich was average but I do like they let you choose the side, either salad, fruits or pasta. My wife ordered the crepe and she said that it is little bid too hard. The food was prepared very fast and I do like the atmosphere, very comfortable. Maybe I will try something else next time. I recommend going there little bit early than noon because there were a lot of people coming at that time.
(3)Lily Y.
Great crepes. Dissappointing service. It's still my favorite place to get brunch in Fremont because of the food. However I don't think the wait staff have the right personalities to be servers. The one waitress always see on weekends is too passive. She does not volunteer information that should have been relevant to what we were ordering, and often I have to walk up to the counter if I wanted additional items. Specific complaints: The espresso machine has been broken for months. I think they should have crossed out the chai tea latte from their menu if it is going to be unavailable for this long. One desert crepe was listed and pictured on the menu as comes with a scoop of ice cream. It arrived at the table without the scoop of ice cream. When I asked the waitress if I could have a scoop of ice cream, thinking maybe it was not included in the price, she then informed me that the refrigerator was broken that day so all the ice cream melted. I would have liked to know that when the order was placed. Still love the crepes. Still love the ambiance. But I really think they would do better with no table service than the reluctant version.
(3)Elaine Y.
pro: good thai iced tea, cute decore con: classic crepe was a little bland, could have used more pesto club sandwich was a bit greasy and needed more flavor as well
(3)Melissa N.
cheap, service is great food is awesome!!!! love love love the soy blended ice mocha frap things- both their locations are cool- this one has an awesome decor-!
(5)Maira M.
Cute, inexpensive, and have a good vegetarian menu! Yay. I also love that they have a stamp card system.
(4)Jessica A.
This place has pretty good crepes although I have only tried one, the classic crepe with chicken, mushroom, cheese, and spinach. It's pretty tasty and it's a generous portion. I've also tried their tuna sandwich which I did not like very much. Other than that, the ladies are nice and I will come here again every now and then.
(4)Pika C.
I just went here last week. At first I was a little disappointed bc the sign at the top said "juice zone". I feel like if you're going to have a business, at least put your business name above your business!! But when I went inside, it was really nice. The furniture and decorations were all very cute. So far, I've tried the cheese bacon, hawaiian, and strawberry crepes. The cheese bacon crepe is sooo good. I highly recommend that one as well as the strawberry crepes for dessert! The service is really good as well. They're really nice and even gave me a little stamp card!
(4)Alisha V.
Went here today for brunch because of the great reviews here. All the produce was very fresh, pretty, and tasty. My family shared an original, pizza, and strawberry-banana crepe, as well as a BLT. All the crepes were crispier than I had ever eaten. Not bad, just not what was expected. Both the original and pizza could have used more sauce - both were very dry. More pesto on the original, and it would have been nice to have a red pizza sauce on the pizza crepe. The BLT was sub-par, the bacon was the very thin sliced already been cooked kind you just nook in the microwave for a few seconds. Nothing to write home about. The strawberry banana crepe was the best - again probably because it came with plenty of creamy delicious sauce. The problem with this place is its service. My husband ordered and wasn't given a receipt. So, when we weren't given the 3 bottled waters, and sandwich he had paid for there was a dispute. We never got the bottled water or club sandwich which they claim we never paid for. Hmmm. Other customer were complaining as well about how confused the person taking the orders was. Apparently there order was screwed up too. They need a more experienced person running the cash register, and taking orders. Also, it was kind of confusing - do you go and pick up your crepe when it's done from the counter, or is it brought to your table??? Some customers were waiting for delivery, but since things were running kinda slow others went and grabbed theirs. A little more clear communication with their customers might help. Overall: Very fresh but lacking in something: sauce??? Horrible service Comfortable, clean, beautiful atmosphere (great music too!) Will probably give it another try, see if maybe their order taker was just a bit green.
(2)Mike C.
The food is excellent - cheap actually for what you get. However - they seem to dislike children. I've noticed the service goes from average to below whenever children are present. Also, they have 1 (one/ichi/uno/echad) high chair for the entire restaurant - so bring your own.
(3)Grace M.
Went for the first time with friends last Spring. Since then, we revisited several times and all seemed good. However, the last two times we have now visited, the placed SMELLED! The first time smelled like a dirty diaper. We dismissed it and tried again. Unfortunately, the next time we went, there was a STRONG urine odor and no one seemed to do anything to clean it up. Our family was grossed out and left extremely disappointed.
(1)S G.
I work a block away and am ecstatic to FINALLY have found a great lunch place! My coworkers and I love this place. I have only had their Classic crepe (roasted chicken breast, spinach, mushrooms, and mozarella cheese) and honestly cannot ask for a better tasting, more perfectly cooked, crepe. The crepe texture is a lovely mix of soft-chewiness on the inside and crispiness on the outside, and I love the subtle pesto drizzle on top. It is almost nearly on par with the savory crepes I have had in Paris. Seriously. Their salads and sandwiches look delectable, although I have not had a chance to try them yet, as I always get tempted by the Classic savory crepe. Their service is efficient and friendly. I really hope that others will try this place, as it really is a gem, particularly for an area dominated by mediocre chain restaurants.
(5)Chevon H.
this place has the BEST crepes ever....i ordered one of the savory crepes for dinner...i think it was the shrimp and bacon. then had a strawberry banana dessert crepe to go...both wer deeeeelish. reasonably priced, large portions, friendly staff, fast service, and cute decorations. they get an "A" in my book. i'll be back.
(5)Dee M.
Yummy and not expensive...Have eaten here twice and will be returning for more great crepes!
(5)Andrew S.
I went to this place on a whim this afternoon and was very impressed. It's a fast-casual style place with great interior decor. The two ladies were polite in taking my order and my food arrive ok fast. I got the club sandwich and was shocked at how good it looked and tasted. They definitely load this sandwich up with everything. Very home-style. I highly recommend this place.
(5)Pratap S.
Great crepes. The Tuscany was good. They use a nice pesto sauce in most of the crepes. The place is also done very well from the inside. The service can be a little slow at times as they can only make one crepe at a time. They have some good vegetarian choices.
(4)JJ M.
This place has the most delicous crepes, hands down! My sister and I went to Frodo Joe's and split a savory crepe and dessert crepe. The pesto sauce is delicious on their savory crepes and you've got to try the mixed berry crepe with a scoop of ice cream. The portions were filling and everything was sooo unbelievably delicious. Their crepe batter is just right...and the price is very affordable! The ladies working that night were really nice and accomodating. They didn't put up a stink because we were splitting. They gave us five star treatment all the way. I would highly recommend this place for an early dinner or a tasty weekend breakfast/brunch! .
(5)Meghan F.
You might just walk past this place if you didn't know about it...but stop in!! This place is great. It has sort of an odd funky almost loungey club type atmosphere but the food is great! The water has all sorts of cucumber, mint, and lemon slices in it...I love little delicious details like that at restaurants!! The crepes are amazing and generously sized. My boyfriend and I often go, we order one savory crepe and one sweet crepe and then share....it is perfect!! Plus, the coffee is AMAZING!!!!
(5)Matt Z.
Very spacious inside. Some type of Asian themed interior, big comfy chairs, mello tunes, couches! I tried the iced chai... It was really good. Not too much of anything very well balanced drink. Along side I had the chocolate banana crepe. Also delicious. My girls iced tea was the bomb too. I found a new sweet spot in Fremont. Suhweet.
(4)Chris S.
I'm going to make it short and powerful. This place is rock, Nice ambiance. Once they put the wireless network, this place going to be my new hang out place for a coffee and crapes, smoothy also nice.
(4)Soleil R.
I love love love this place. The food is delicious. Veggies are crispy and juicy. Crepes are incredible. I love the food. Banana chocolate crepe is the best sweet crepe and the asparagus,tomato and feta cheese crepe is the best savory crepe. I've been trying other things on the menu... I've found a few "ok" in flavor, probably could've had more filling. The restaurant is very comfy and mod. I love it. There is even a small lounge area with couches... they really should consider having a lounge evening on Saturday nights (have dj play r&b or jazzy music). It can really turn up the notch with mature guests looking for an easy-going evening rather than a routy nightclub. PLEASE CONSIDER THIS, OWNERS! Also- as a guest, you will notice that the waitresses speak in a very low voice and hard to understand. This is my observation and other friends have noticed also. It can be annoying when it comes to ordering your food correctly. I still do recommend this restaurant. The food and atmosphere is awesome. Hopefully the owners will take into consideration how their customers feel...
(4)Scott W.
Delicious. Cute atmosphere. buffalo crepe is great. Such a nice eatery option here in Fremont. This is the type of small business that we in Fremont should be supporting. Finally something besides Mexican Chinese and Big Chain restaurants.
(5)elsa w.
Been here twice. I am not a big fan of crepes at all but the hubby likes them. I found this place while scouring Yelp for find new places to eat in Fremont that weren't the usual chains or the places that served everything deep-fried and smothered in cheese. Found this and decided to give it a try. I've tried the Classic crepe stuffed with chicken, cheese and spinach. It was yummy. The pesto sauce totally makes this dish. I was not too impressed by the Pizza crepe though. I felt like it needed something. It needed more tomato flavor. I would've liked to see it have some tomato paste or sundried tomatoes or marinara in it rather than just diced fresh tomatoes. Their mochas are pretty good and their Thai iced tea is yummy. Overall a good experience and they have the frequent buyer cards that they let you keep in a file at their counter so that you don't lose it. Great idea! My hubs is circulating this restaurant into out "usuals" list of places to eat. Prices aren't bad. Parking is convenient and décor is pretty nice. Will have to try the mango crepe on my next visit.
(3)Dijon Y.
The decor is nice. They have a main eating area, and a little lounge like area where you can drink coffee and feel like you're relaxing in a living room and watch the view outside (ok its a view of a parking lot, but its alright). I wanted to get a chai latte but they said their espresso machine was broken so that sucked. A "cafe" should have a backup espresso machine. Their thai iced tea is alright, not as strong as I would like but fine. The staff seem friendly and nice. I'd go back to try the crepes that other reviewer's liked.
(3)Chris N.
Good atmosphere, nice set up, good drinks... Mediocre food, service not that great. Crepes de art in Hayward is quicker, a hell of a lot friendlier, food is bigger and better.
(3)marlo b.
The crepes were extremely savory.We left full and satisfied. The smoothies were great and highly recommended.great portion sizes and cheap prices.
(4)Lupe P.
Just want to UPDATE my review of last month: Food server tends to "rush" guests, watching like a hawk for that last bite. Watch out: she'll whisk your plate away just as you chew your last mouth full. STRONGLY suggest that food server 'chill' a bit and allow guests to relax and enjoy the delicious food. Heard other people making the same comment ... given the fact that there were several empty tables available for incoming customers.
(4)Adam M.
I used to go to Frodo's in San Lorenzo and haven't made it to their Hayward location yet. They are very friendly, have great quality, and it's starting to get that fun coffee shop experience to. I'm very glad they have a Fremont location now. Full five star experience now. Go check them out.
(5)Jah B.
This place is always packed during lunch so I figured I would give it a try. On the outside it looks like an ordinary cafe but inside it was very cute and modern. We were seated very quickly and brought some water that was infused with lemons (very refereshing). The waitstaff was pretty attentive and friendly but the best part was that the food was awesome!! I wasn't sure what to expect especially since I hadn't tried crepes before, especially the non-dessert kind, they were yummy, and after eating every last bite I felt satisfied but not super full and even better I didnt feel like I piggy after eating here, the crepes were light and fresh and a nice change from the norm. I will definetly eat here again and I recommend you do the same!
(5)G A.
Loved the interior - very chic. The cucumber-mint-citrus water at the table is a nice touch. My strawberry-banana crepe was good. So, why the low rating? I would have given this a better review, except....my husband's sandwich was served to him on moldy bread. Big green mold spores right there on the bread crust. He sent it back, they replaced it, but our confidence in the freshness of the ingredients was shot. Too bad. I was really hoping to find a new place to add to my breakfast rotation.
(2)kd w.
What kind of quantity is this? We JUST bought it . Paying $8-$9 and getting such a small quantity is unacceptable
(1)Geoleen N.
I ordered the half and half crepe and tried to eat it but the crab inside it smelled and tasted of ammonia. Watch out, other items might be good but I lost my appetite to eat.
(1)DJ D.
I give it an ok. Food quality is great. The owner is the one cooking and creating the masterpieces. Good food, nicely presented and a pretty place to eat. What I don't like is the server. I ordered to go and she was unfriendly but was good at talking about what she likes there. I requested something and she replied back with an "I know" then went on with what she was doing. She didn't give the person direction that was preparing our food and of course we didn't get what we wanted. I wanted fruit instead of a green salad and I got a green salad. I wanted the crepe prepared a little different but not strange and didn't get it. What is more disturbing is that the server was more concerned about her tip. I was ordering to go and she made darn sure that I got her point that I needed to leave a tip for one meal on my credit card bill. She held onto my credit card before I said something about paying her a tip. In the end I told her that I'm not tipping her because of her attitude and no customer concern. The owner did come out and apologize for the servers behavior. I will only return IF she isn't working that day. It does beat the grumpy crepe stand people at the farmers market on Sundays by the mall.
(3)Gabriel C.
Just finished a meal here. My goodness, the Bangkok, which is a savory crepe made of chicken, rice, and ref curry is soo good! Particularly the red curry. I like how it is a little sweet. It definitely hit the spot as I was very hungry and the sides, which was fruit in this case was a nice touch. You can choose also from a greek salad, steamed veggies, or pasta. The service was great as well as the ambience and decor. I really liked how they gave me a while pitcher of chilled lemon cucumber water, especially since I drink a lot of water. Price is reasonable at 8.95 for the crepe meal. The only negative is that the cushioned seating I was sitting at along the edges is too high for the table for me. I'm not that tall, 5'9.5" and I feel like I'm leaning down and hunched over a bit eating my meal.
(5)Kevin L.
Went here for breakfast with my wife and we ordered 1 savory crepe (classic) and 1 dessert crepe (customized strawberry banana chocolate with side scoop of ice cream). Both were super delicious. Flavor wasn't too strong nor overwhelming. I also enjoyed the pleasant service and it's quiet atmosphere. Parking was easy as well. I've been coming here for years now, and I recommend to others.
(4)Bevi K.
I was pleasantly surprised by Frodo Joe's cafe. I'm a Fremont native, but never tried, and I got to say, I was missing out. They have a abundance of flavors of crepes, both savory and sweet. the staff is very nice, the prices are great, and the decor is nice. The service was fast even though they were fairly booked and it looked like their drinks were plentiful. I'll want to again and explore more of the menu. I had the veggie spicy crepe which wasn't so spicy, but had good flavor. Also tried the chocolate and banana dessert crepe which came with oreo cookie ice cream which was delicious.
(4)Marco C.
Terrible, my Italian crepes had cheap Italian sausage like a cheap pizzeria type, my wife order shrimp, bacon it was real good, I think they have a big in inventory and the food is stale and old in the jar
(1)Tara Aimee T.
Let me start off by saying that I'm not much of a crepe person. I don't know what it is about crepes, maybe it's the pancake feel? I've had crepes several times - not quite in the double digits though. I've been to this place twice now, today being the second time. The first time I came here, I got a desert crepe - though I don't remember which it was now. It was in the afternoon and a few friends of mine had brought me here. I didn't know what to expect, but I enjoyed it. It was tasty and it wasn't too sweet. Today, I got the Classic Crepe with pesto sauce and pasta on the side. I also got a Thai Iced Tea to sip on as I wait for the order to come out. This was all Takeout so I was secretly hoping that it wouldn't get soggy on my way home. The tea: delicious. Probably the best I've had in a while. I try Thai Iced Tea in many places, but I'm often disappointed because it's too watery, too sweet, not sweet enough, etc. I was very satisfied with the first sip that I took, and it also came in a larger container than I expected. The crepe itself was great. I'm not one for savory crepes when I do happen to get crepes. It wasn't soggy when I got home which also made me happy. The chicken wasn't dry like I've experienced before, so I was surprised - in a good way. The pasta on the side wasn't too hard or too soft either. This place in general has a nice feel to it. It's kind of intimate. My dad said that it's like an "Asian Starbucks" because they also have a place for you to wait and sit on the left when you come in. It's very cozy. However, both the times I've been here, there weren't many, if any, people at all. Today I went in the morning, before I came in the afternoon. This might be because of all the other restaurants in the area, or maybe because I've come at weird times. Either way, I don't mind because the food comes quick, but it also comes with quality. The proportions were good enough for me, the food quality was great, and the Thai iced tea is definitely something I'll come back for.
(4)Christine H.
What a beautiful place+good crepes (a variety-from meal crepes to dessert crepes). First off, the layout was really pretty! Secondly, the crepes were pretty good (I wish they had given a bigger crepe-maybe I'm just greedy?) The Maui Hawaii Crepe that I tried was tasty BUT the shrimps were mini-shrimps, and there weren't enough pineapples or ham (there was a good amount of rice though). The dessert crepes were good as well but I would've appreciated more fruits inside the crepe rather than scattered on top of it. $9 for a crepe with a side-not bad!
(4)Chaz N.
Crepes were great but that was the only thing that would bring me back. This establishment lacked service and the staff was very disorganized except for one gentleman who was great help. Hopefully my next experience here will be better.
(3)Shiela T.
Been coming to this place for years - surprised that I hadn't written a review before (or have I?). This place serves the best crepes in Fremont & I love the atmosphere here. It's got a lounge type feel to it but provides a sense of comfortability that suits all people. Actually, it reminds me more of a hotel lounge for some reason. What I love most is that when you order a cup of coffee - it's served in a mug the size of a cereal bowl! Good service here & I hope this place stays around for years! It's one of my favorites.
(5)Celia K.
4 stars for the food. The strawberry cheesecake crepe was so good. Unlike other creperies, they make their crepes perfectly crispy. It kind of reminds me of the ones at Genki in SF, so now I can just come here for my crepe fix! I would love to come back again to try the other crepes and perhaps a savory one. 3 stars for the service. We came in at 10:30am on a Tuesday, and they were out of chocolate sauce, which is an ingredient in about 40% of their crepes. We asked if they could use their mocha sauce instead of chocolate sauce, but they said they were out of that, too. That eliminated about 60% of our choices. We also ordered coffee, and my cup came with an obvious lipstick stain on the rim. Luckily, the crepe was good enough to draw me back again to this place.
(4)Tiffany L.
This is actually one of my favorite places in Fremont. The interior is really cute and clean, and I specifically like their cucumber/lemon/mint infused water haha. Their crepes are a perfect portion for me and the savory ones come with a side of either salad, pasta, or fruit. The sweet ones come with vanilla ice cream! For better value (more food and slightly lower price), I think Le Moose across town wins, but it's always way too much food for me, and I prefer the interior of this restaurant. In addition to both sweet and savory crepes, there are also special fusion crepes, but I haven't tried those. I think the ratio of filling to crepe here is spot on. There are also sandwiches if you aren't feeling like crepes, but it's a crepe place so...Sometimes they also give a buy 2 get 1 free coupon with your purchase for next time!
(4)Serena C.
Very slow service for a not so busy cafe...at least not when we came in. We were seated right away but had to wait about 10mins before we were able to put our order in. I actually had to wave down someone to get their attention. Food wise, I ordered the Singapore speciality crepe. It said fresh egg, crab, rice, and hot sauce. I barely had any egg. The crab was very fishy. I was able to smell it as soon as I cut open the crepe. The hot sauce had a sweet side to it kind of like the lumpia sauce. There wasn't much flavor. The hot sauce really overpowered everything. My fiance ordered the pizza crepe. He seem to enjoy it. He also ordered a smoothie and it wasn't quite smooth. There was a lot of separation in the drink so I can only assume they used water instead of milk or yogurt. There were two waitresses and one cook. Everything seem very scattered and the two waitresses looked like they were struggling with their tables. Be aware for a little bit of a wait. If you're in a hurry, I suggest ordering ahead as in to go.
(3)Love L.
This is the perfect spot to chill, enjoy good music and yummy crepes! The service was excellent and so was the food, so I will definitely come back!!
(4)Marsha H.
Like their dessert crepes! I had fruits and chocolate one! YUM
(5)Aivy C.
I normally venture out to Berkeley and Oakland for crepes so I was pretty intrigued to hear about this cute, cozy spot about 10 minutes from my house. I wanted to love it. Here is what I liked: - ambience - proximity to home - whatever crepes my friends ordered (I should have gone with my first instinct - ALWAYS stick with the "classic") - really large sizes for their iced drinks (we had white mocha and thai tea). Annnnnnd what I didn't: - my crepe (Bangkok - I think it's really weird that they had chicken and rice inside the crepe with the red curry sauce on the side. Might have been better to put everything inside the crepe so it wouldn't have been as dry) - careless mistakes, such as bringing a regular white mocha when we clearly said iced, then bringing an iced one - and then seeing a charge for TWO on the receipt. Better believe I took care of that right quick - our server. If you are going to lean that close to people, at least try not to have ass breath. - microwaved bacon. C'MON, SON Prices are pretty cheap, and I would consider coming back and trying other crepes to give it a fair chance, but I will definitely still continue to venture out to the further East Bay for my major crêperie needs.
(3)Sonny W.
Not a crepe person so I decided to be neutral. I went with the international crepe called the Santorini 95; wifey got the Scandana vian, and the kids got a good ole regular choco banana crepe. The choco banana crepe from the desert menu seems pretty good. My Santorini was a bit salty (I guess it's the fish) so that's why I have to reserve judgement. I note that the service was a bit light--seems they had one waitress until someone else came. Our waitress seem inexperienced--for example, brought the order from another table over to us. She also missed a coffee ordered by a friend; also brought an extra choco banana crepe. We checked and luckily the bill was correct. Just a minor point--not too kid friendly as they don't seem to have crayons. Portions also in general are small and not filling.... So I'm gonna give them 3 stars. Novelty and different, but service and portion could be better.
(3)Abby S.
Great food and service! I came for breakfast and tried the mozzarella avocado crepe, which was flavorful and filling. I thought it was a bit strange that they didn't have any sides besides pasta salad in the morning, though. Soy latte was okay. Our server was really nice and attentive, and the overall ambiance of the cafe was so cute. I can definitely see myself coming back here to study!
(5)Angel T.
I work close by so this a convenient place for lunch or coffee. What I like best about them is how they remember you and try to connect to what you like. I rarely have to say what I want when I go in for coffee. Down to the number of sugar packs I use. It's hard to compete as a small business so building that relationship is so important. They have a great selection of crepes and have pulled together a charming environment that helps me escape when work gets a little bit crazy.
(5)may d.
Yummy brunch place! We usually go here for brunches with my friends. Either the dessert crepes or savory crepes is good. My fave is the banana and strawberry with nutella. Nice and cozy place too. Perfect for catching up with friends. For savory crepes the one with chicken and pesto is very good!
(5)Chan Chan T.
Took my mom here for Mother's Day and it was pretty full. The waitress said it would take about 25-30 minutes for a table, but it was really 15 minutes. Once we got seated, we waited another 10 minutes for the menu, 10 minutes to order, and 5 minutes for water. I understand it is busy, but that was a ridiculous amount of time. They needed more waiters since it is Mother's Day. The food came out about 30 minutes later. The savory and dessert crepes were okay. I had the cheese bacon crepe and it was tasty, but I wished there was more pesto to go with it. I also shared a club sandwich with my mom and it was nothing special. It is something I could make at home. At the end of our meal, my brother ordered a Strawberry Cheesecake crepe. He didn't see or taste any cheesecake in the crepe. Overall, I thought the food was okay. I wouldn't go out of my way to come here.If I was in the area, I may stop by and try something else on the menu.
(3)Stawan K.
Gray place to eat any kind of crepe that you would have imagined or wanted to eat. The good part is that one does not get any other option than crepe so end up sampling different crepes and one can't go wrong Service is decent though a bit laid back and slow. Good place for breakfast or brunch. They open early in the morning.
(4)Angela S.
We'd been wanting to try this place forever and finally came here for lunch. Service was terrible. We waited an hour for our food and they weren't that busy. I'm pretty sure our order got lost or forgotten. They had one guy behind the counter making ALL the food and he certainly wasn't in any hurry. Food was good, but not worth the wait. They didn't offer any discount for the long wait and when we asked for one, the waitress said she wasn't the boss so she couldn't offer that. Really disappointing.
(2)Sheena D.
I've come here a couple times now. Both times, I was seriously in the mood for crepes. The first time I tried the dessert crepe and the second time, the savory. In both cases, the crepes satisfied the craving but never gave me that extra mile feel. The dessert crepe was ok. It's an extra 1.50 for the ice cream scoop. For the ingredients they use, it seems adding an ice cream scoop wouldn't be a stretch. it was a little dry without the ice cream so it seems a prerequisite to add it. The savory crepe was ok. I got the spicy veggie one. It was cheesy and had good ingredients but this was also very dry. I feel like it needed some sauce on it. OH, and though it says that all savory crepes come with pesto on the side, i had no pesto on the side. The pasta salad they gave on the side was a VERY SMALL portion. It was decent but I felt the pesto could have used a teaspoon more olive oil. It also felt a little undercooked for my taste. It was tough to chew. I don't think I'd come back, especially since there are much better crepe places in Fremont.
(2)joanne ivy c.
Came here with a friend one morning because it was empty and wanted to go someplace quiet. I'm not much of a crepe person but their breakfast crepes are delicious. Service was good and food came out fast. They also serve fruit Bellinis.
(4)Dee Dee L.
I have been to this cafe numerous times but never yelped it. Today was another one of those days where I felt like a nice light lunch. The crepes here, both sweet and savory, are always very good. This can be a quiet "I want to work alone" moment or a nice hang out with girlfriends. Coming into the front door to the left is a small lounge area if you just want coffee and dessert. The main dining room has very beautiful and comfortable chairs. Colors are warm and welcoming. Average ticket is not more than $30 for two people. This particular day, I was waited on my a young man that seems to be relatively new. He was exceptional. A little shy at first but was very attentive though out the entire meal. Although wan not looking for a culinary experience, I walked out feeling great that there will soon be another great server. As for the bathroom, it's pretty ho hum. Over all, this is one of my regulars. Check it out. Until next time..ciao.
(4)Mayur S.
Pathetic services... Very confused staff... No coordination at all. We came here for lunch and it took an eternity to bring us our food even though there were only few tables occupied. They gave nonveg food even when we ordered veg, when asked for replacement they didn't inform the cook. we have to remind them after 45 mins for the same, other servers had no idea of it... The salad which they serve were having fused leaves...very bad Overall crap services for crepe..
(1)Lawrence C.
This is my favorite restaurant in the area!
(5)Tweety666nz Y.
Must be give 5 stars, really really good food and really nice service, and reasonable price, perfect place for brunch!
(5)Scott T.
Came here for the first time for a brunch/lunch for Mother's Day. Food: I ordered the Ham & Cheese Savory Crepe and after eating it, I can confirm that the statement written on the menu "Exactly as it sounds" is in fact true. Nothing about it was worth the cost. Perhaps being more generous with the pesto sauce would had been nice. For dessert, we ordered a Strawberry "Cheesecake" Dessert Crepe. Though the strawberry flavor and the crispiness of the crepe was on point, it lacked a major taste of cheesecake. Service: Being more lenient since it was Mother's Day and how busy it was, I wished they had been more attentive. If there was to be a 30 minute wait, at least write our name down so we can go walk about without losing our spot. Once seated, 10 minutes to get a menu, 10 minutes to order, another 5 mins for water, and food came about 30-35 mins later. But the service given by the second waitress was better since she seemed more approachable. As bad as it had seemed, if I'm ever in a mood to try new some new crepes and Crepevine or any other crepe place is out of reach, I would revisit but perhaps after 12pm since the influx of people died down quite quickly.
(3)Val S.
The old adage, "Don't judge a book by its cover" definitely rings true for this place. It's located in a fairly busy shopping center that I frequent often. I can't tell you how many times I've passed by this place and have never once thought about stopping. Maybe it's the little pug logo that's a little off-putting. But after a quick yelp search for brunch spots in Fremont, Frodo's surprisingly came up with four stars with people raving about their crepes. So I went. This place has such nice décor, I never would've guessed from the outside! I love the tiles on the wall. The food was delish. I devoured my crepe. I had the Mozzarella and avocado crepe. After I took my first bite, I wish I had ordered my own instead of splitting with my sister. Only complaint was that their "side of fruit" really was just four itty bitty pieces of fruit. Perhaps the kitchen was having a fruit shortage? All the other people at my table's sides (salad, veggies, pasta salad) looked like normal size for side portions. They were just extra skimpy on the fruit I guess. I'd love to come back and try some of the more sweet crepes! I even have an incentive; they gave me a buy two crepes get one free coupon! I don't think I need much more convincing than that!
(4)Suzy S.
This place has really food crepes. They have crispy edges and I enjoy both savory and sweet. It is always clean and the services is always friendly. Their lattes are ok and smoothies. Not sure if they use the freshest and local ingredients. Seems a bit packaged. But overall a good place to grab a bite to eat. It has always been kid friendly with my girls. But it can't get a 5 as it is in a mall setting next to Raley's and 24 Hour Fitness. Sigh. That is what you get in Fremont.
(4)Parminder Nayyar C.
Yayyy!! Awesome crepes! I was never a great fan of crepes till I had one here! We were around 8 people planning to have brunch and one suggested this place and I feel sooo lucky to have found this cafe! I ordred the Veggie Spicy Crepe, got chicken and avacado added to it and replaced the cheese by feta cheese. The crepe was soo good! Crispy, flavorful, yumm! The pineapple in the crepe was going really well with the other ingredients! The crepe was decorated with the pesto sauce which was yum! My friends ordered for Buffalo crepe and Caravan Crepe and they were all a fan like me :) The spicy Pesto sauce was awesome awesome! Each one of us asked for extra Pesto sauce ;) Then came the round for the Dessert crepes. I had heard all praises for the Fresh Mango Crepe and we decided to share the Fresh Mango Crepe and the Mixed Berries Crepe. We loved loved loved the Mango Crepe, the presentation was soo yum and the taste even better, infact best :D ! The Mixed Berries crepe was good too, but with Mango Crepe in sight, it lost its delight.. hehe! We were still not satisfied and ordered another round of Mango Crepes for each one of us! Oh we were soooo full! Awesome Brunch we all had! :D I would have given 5 stars, but the material they put in the dessert crepes kept decreasing as our orders increased.. Dunno why.. Also, on the sides we liked pasta salad, the fruits on the side were too less, so I would recommend to get the pasta salad instead.
(4)Neil R.
I was introduced to this place by one of my friends. Been a fan ever since. Most of their crepes are pretty well done and awesomely tasty. I adore the seafood crepe with fruit on the side. And their HUGE cups of coffee. Nice. Also tried their Super and Califirnian crepe and they dont disappoint. I like their location as well... right by the 24 hour fitness... soo after you burn all those naughty calories. This place is quite the delight. Staff could use a little attitude adjustment. And when I say staff I am talking about ONE particular server (asian girl)... she should smile more often and become more personable. Both are free! Owner is super sweet, cute smile and very umm helpful. Enjoy peeps!
(4)David L.
This has become our favorite restaurant in recent months. The crepe itself is light and somewhat crispy, but with nice subtle flavor. My favorite meat-based entree crepes are the super, Californian, caravan and buffalo. They put a good amount of sausage, ham, eggs, etc. without it being heavy or greasy. My wife loves the cheesy spinach crepe. For dessert, I go for the fresh strawberries crepe, which has some chocolate but mostly strawberries. My wife swears by the espresso brownie. Both come with a scoop of ice cream. Good, fast service and consistent quality food. We keep coming back.
(5)C L.
I have to say I adore this place. Lived here all my life, passed by countless times. Now I regret mot yelping it way sooner. In my defense though the outside does not prepare you for how nice it is inside. The food is so good, the service is prompt and friendly. I really love this place. If you love savory crepes, this is the place to go.
(5)Michael H.
Here lie the remains of Juice Zone... ...And no free WiFi!... So I Yelped up a juice bar with wifi and was surprised at not finding many; I did however find Juice Zone. Parking in the private lot shared by other plaza business, the Juice Zone Sign is fairly easy to see from the street. Walking up to the door I found a contradictory circular sign with "Frodo Joe's" and a picture of a pug mascot. Huh? Did this place change hands? Walking into the 50 person juice joint, I found that there were a bunch of paper menus pasted over other menus. In addition to smoothies, they have a wide selection of sweet and savory crepes. Thirsty and hungry, I didn't really care if it was a "zone" or hobbit-infested hole -- FEED ME. I ordered a cheesy spinach crepe ($5.25) and a "silicon" smoothie ($3.25-16oz). A bit on the pricey side, but everything is rising in costs these days. Server was nice enough and carried a warm smile. They even bring your food to your table. Waiting in the empty cafe was not a strong indicator of the customer following. All their chairs have "Juice Zone" logo cutouts in them. This really through my head for a loop. I had to look back at the front window to remind myself of the brand. The "silicon" smoothie comes in a clear plastic lidded cup with a red straw. "Silicon" is really bad title, but the ingredients sounded good enough: mango juice, peach, banana, and lemon sorbet. The smoothie is fine. It seems like it needs a bit more blending. I'm also not a huge fan of ice crystals in my smoothies. Overall forgettable. The crepe is served on a huge plate! The portions aren't that big, just the actual plate is huge. It's like they found a discus plate in an field and decided to serve my food on it. This makes the portions look oddly small even though they are a decent portion size. My cheesy spinach crepe was supposedly served with spinach, mushrooms, and mozzarella cheese. But the mozzarella cheese was obviously replaced with an American cheese. I didn't really mind, but the mozzarella did sound good, hence failed expectations. The mushrooms were a bit on the uncooked side. I could have gone for more spinach and less cheese. Making for an odd presentation is the green pesto that is drizzled over the top of the crepe. I kinda looks like ET coughed on my crepe. With all the cheese and pesto, the dish turns into an oily mess. The crepe sleeve itself is rather tasty. Savory crepes come with your choice of pasta salad or fruit cup. I chose pasta salad. It's your standard pasta salad. Fusilli pasta drizzled in a little oil mixed in with some sliced black olives and red peppers. On the bland side -- could have used more salt and pepper. One last comment -- the silverware is very awkward. While a metal fork and knife is appreciated, these look like they were actually stolen from a hobbit! Similar to the curled tail of the Juice Zone logo, these utensils have curled ends. The neck of the knife and fork are too skinny as well. Controlling these two metal oddities wasn't comfortable but rather an inconvenient annoyance. ___ Could Juice Zone be worst than this place? I'll never know. Frodo Joes is just okay place for crepes. I'd stay away from the smoothies. The cafe atmosphere is lacking a lot of character and the branding really needs a total overhaul. If you're visiting the nearby gym, you'll most likely be coming here for a quick pick me up -- hopefully you won't rely on it.
(2)Irina S.
I would give this place a 3 stars for the food and 4 for the decor/ambiance. 3.5 average but I did come to this place to eat, after all, so I rounded down. I met some girlfriends there for a brunch date; one of them called ahead for a reservations. There aren't too many tables in there so I would highly recommend doing that. For being in a strip mall, the place is surprisingly cute and fancy inside. Everyone there seemed to be really enjoying themselves. Now onto the food...My girlfriends and I all ordered crepes. It was a pretty hard decision between the savory and dessert ones so we decided that we would all order and share. I went with the supreme savory crepe (scrambled eggs, ham, tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese), one friend got the chocolate/strawberry crepe and the other got the apple/cinnamon one. My savory crepe came with a side; I got the greek salad. Theirs came with ice cream and whipped cream. My crepe was pretty good-- the crepe itself was really fresh and crispy. I would say there was a bit too much cheese and it pretty much overwhelmed the crepe (not that big of a fan of cheese). The apple crepe was good but a bit dry on the inside. The chocolate and strawberry crepe was the clear favorite for me...delish! There is also a selection of drinks on the menu. We ordered mimosas (not on the menu) which were great. The prices are also super reasonable (about $8 for the savory crepes, $7 for the dessert ones. And FIVE DOLLAR mimosas!!). Overall, I didn't love the crepes that we ended up getting other than the chocolate/strawberry one but I would definitely come back to try out others on the menu because they did sound so dang appetizing.
(3)Michaela L.
Figures that we'd discover a new good breakfast/lunch-type place in Fremont right before my boyfriend finally moved out of Fremont. Bummer. Anyway, we've been here twice and both times he's gotten the Super Crepes (ham, egg, cheese) and I've gotten the pizza crepe (ham, sausage, cheese). The sausage is the prefab pelleted kind but it's decent. I agree that the pizza crepe could use a touch of pizza sauce, but I like cheese and sausage enough that it still works -- salty innards with slightly sweet, crispy crepe and of course that omnipresent pesto sauce. They also do a nice Thai ice tea. I guess if we find ourselves in Fremont sometime around lunch we'll have to drop in once more for old times' sake.
(4)Spencer Z.
You know, sometimes in the middle of meal, it just hits you how wonderful the moment is. That was my most recent experience at Petit Cafe. I had been there once before, several months ago when it had just opened, and thought it was so-so (though the warm scented towel was a nice touch then). I can't remember the name of the crepe I had - it had ham and turkey and some veggies and cheese, and some spicy sauce on the side. It was terrific. My better half had the seafood crepe. Both were just outstanding; the little bit of pesto something on top went a really long way, too. The pecan crepe for desert was.... well, itself worthy of another trip to Petit Cafe. The decor and pace made for a very pleasant, relaxing date.
(5)Tori G.
I wish I had gotten crepes here so I could give you a more accurate review, but here's what I have: I was completely confused by their menu for some reason, and thought the sandwiches came with a side of bread? (You know, like Panera.) So I told the waitress I wanted fruit instead of bread, which OBVIOUSLY confused her, and then I was all perplexed when my sandwich showed up as a lump of tuna and veggies on a plate. I has a dumb, you guys. But the tuna was delicious, the fruit and veggies were fresh, and the Thai iced coffee I ordered tasted legit. This place is also super reasonable - three of us ate for under $30 - so I'll definitely be back. My only complaint was the service, which was pretty slow, and seemed to forget about us completely when our waitress went on her break.
(3)Jean P.
3.5 Stars. This is a nice place to go to lunch with your girlfriends (or someone who doesn't eat too much). I absolutely loved the cute decor as well as the chill ambiance. The portions aren't very big, but the crepes are pretty good, but the food and portion size is better at Le Moose Cafe. I'd come back for the atmosphere and the Thai Ice Tea, but not necessarily for the food!
(3)Marie R.
Very good!!!! Excellent crepes..... Last time I had a good crepes was when I went to Hong Kong ... I tried crepes in San Francisco it wasn't that good, this place make an excellent crepes, I love cheese bacon or the buffalo after that go for their strawberry, banana w/ nutella. Price is very affordable !!!
(4)Karthik S.
Frodo Joe's is one of the best creperies I've ever been to, and Fremont's best-kept secret, easily. At first, I actually thought the place was a hole-in-the-hall (not that that's a bad thing, at all) but it's more of a hipster-style cafe with the small tables with flower vases, a couch on the side, and some soothing decor. Of the half a dozen crepes I've had from this gold mine of a place so far, I can't complain about any of them. $6-$9 crepes! I recommend that you get any crepe that features their pesto sauce (it's pretty darn fantastic.) Usually I go for vegetarian crepes or dessert crepes but occasionally, I've gone for a couple of their turkey crepes, which were great, and the seafood crepes as well, which has been the only miss so you might want to shy away from the seafood crepes. They provide sides with the crepes as well. They're not spectacular but most of the time, I opt for the salad pasta. Most people, I've noticed, go for the fruit and that's not a bad choice either. Every time I've had their fruit, it's always been fresh. Overall, the service was nothing to complain about but nothing to cry about either. They take your order, ask you at least once whether everything's okay near the beginning of your meal, and possibly once more during the middle of your meal. Once they notice you're finishing up, they bring you the bill. Eventually, they will come around to pick it up, but I usually get up and go pay at the counter myself. Sometimes, I have buy one, get one crepes coupons from here. Make sure you check the expiration date on them though. They're usually never lenient.
(5)Daniel M.
I really enjoy the food here. I get the Ham and Cheese with a side of hot sauce and it's quite good. However, I have to admit, it's not exactly an American meal where you stuff your face and stomach until you explode. It feels me up, but I know I could probably eat more. Maybe a good thing for those who need to watch their food consumption? I seem to get fast service at the hour of 7pm. Probably due to the lack of customers. I have yet to try their desserts!
(4)Jeffrey N.
I guess this place is known for its crepes, but I was on the go and ordered a Turkey Club. Sandwich was an okay size and they could've added more side veggies. Nice decor and very convenient for those who work out at 24hr Fitness, which is next door.
(3)Ruth G.
Located around the corner from 24 Fitness. This place is a cute cafe with tasteful decor. You'd think it's a $$ restaurant/lounge type of place when you walk in. Get this....a rose on each table. And no..not the fake rose, i'm talking about the real one cuz it's in a small test tube like vase filled with water. Speaking of water, the water is served in a cute bottle (the ones you normally fill OJ) and it has a slice of orange, cucumber, and mint. Very tasty. I had the california sandwich- turkey, avocado,sprouts, & tomatoes, with fresh green salad on the side. It was good, but then again, how could you mess up a sandwich? My friend had a pesto, spinach, tomato crepe, which was also very good. Prices were reasonable, about $7 for the sandwich and I think the crepe was about $7 as well. I think this place is best known for its crepes, seeing their vast selection of it. I will definitely come back to try some more crepes.
(4)Cassie C.
Aww man, they stopped doing their stamp cards (I haven't been here in a while, but I had a full card)! Still love this place, and the new servers were kind enough to give us a buy two crepes get one free coupon to use on our meal. They've remodeled and revamped the place, but kept the reasonable prices which rocks :)
(4)Khari L.
Amazing dessert crepes! I wish the waitresses addressed you a little more, but besides the marginal service, the food and atmosphere were good. I was debating on how many stars to deduct for the service, but the crepes were really good and the servers weren't rude, just inattentive. They didn't talk to us when we walked in and there was no sign that said seat yourself, luckily I'm assertive and just sat and figured they would correct me if that wasn't the case. I wish the owners or managers would take a look at Yelp and see what people are saying about the service, this place could easily pull 4 & 5 star ratings with better service.
(4)Yang Q.
This little creperie is hidden among a plaza full of chain stores (BK, Panera, Sweet Tomatoes, etc ). Its decor is very attractive--tiled walls inlaid with colorful jewel stones, padded benches and comfy chairs, a flower at every table, and a waiting area with plush-looking couches. To continue its theme, the water is served in carafes with lemon, lime, cucumber, and mint. Refreshing and cute. Frodo Joe's offers a selection of sandwiches and crepes (dessert/savory/veggie), and a list of extras you can add to your crepes. My friend and I got the Bento Crepe (chicken, broccoli, mushroom, scrambled eggs, and mozarella with pesto) and the bacon avocado with spinach and mushrooms. Although the Bento crepe sounds good in theory, like a breakfast scramble in a crepe, it was in need of a little more sauce or flavor because the scrambled egg overwhelmed the rest of the crepe. But I tried my friend's bacon avocado and it was amazing! Very flavorful, especially with her additions, and the bacon on top adds a nice savory crisp. A very cute place to go with your girlfriends. I will be going back to try more of their menu!
(4)Fran H.
I don't see why this place gets 4 or even 5 stars. Maybe I'm too picky? Maybe I've eaten at too many places? I don't even want to give it a second shot. Yes, it's conveniently located 2 minutes away from my office, but it's meh! I'll give it 2.5 stars and here's why: Service - sucks! I came in today for a late lunch. I think it was after 1pm sometime. Majority of tables were filled and the waitress sat us down. It took the waitress forever it seems to get to the table to take our order, and the table next to us hadn't ordered either and who knows when they sat down! They mixed up our drink order with the table next to us. It took them a while to get the food out and when the check finally came, the restaurant wasn't busy at all and it took them at least 5 mins to pick up the check. Food - I ordered the Classic crepe: chicken, pesto, cheese, spinach. One would think that if this is the classic, it should be good, right? Not at all! I was eating a clump of mush almost. It was way too greasy, the chicken had fat bits, the crepe was not crispy at all. Total disappointment! I'm going to go give Moose Cafe a shot.
(2)Marisa N.
Fun, cute little place! We came here for breakfast last weekend. We all ordered the crepes, which were very tasty! Deduct 1 star because we all left hungry. I dont think anyone can make a meal out of these tasty little treats. However, if you are looking for somewhere to have a nice snack, this is the place. We'll be back to sample some of the other crepes!
(3)VJ C.
Nice food which is light and bistro style. There are coupons where you order 2 crepes and the third one is free. The banana mocha drink is heavenly but plus size in terms of calories. Dessert selection is good.
(4)Trina A.
Can I just first say that I am very confused on the name of this place...is this called Frodo Joe's? Or Petit Café? Because the title outside and the servers shirts read petit café, but the logo says Frodo joes? It's a bit confusing. Also, what's up with the pug on the logo...is this a pet place lol?! Anyhow, it was my first time coming here last night, and I will be back. It is very nice inside; comfy chairs, warm neutral colors and simple but elegant décor. I also really like that there is a little lounge like area where you can have a cup o joe with a buddy and just relax. I had the avocado, mozzarella and mushroom crepe and added asparagus to it for an extra .75 cents. You also get to choose if you want pasta salad, green salad or soup as your side with any savory crepe. My crepe was really good. I especially liked that my crepe was nice and crispy pretty much the whole time! I really don't like soggy soggs crepes. I didn't get to try the dessert crepes this time around, but I will be back to try a dessert crepe...not sure which but something with nutella! Especially since we got buy 2 get one free coupons for our next visit!
(4)Cesar C.
From the outside, this place looks nothing like the inside. So as you walk in, you will be impressed on the way the inside looks. It has a very Thai-asian feel to it, definitely good vibes. The chairs and benches are extremelly comfortable. They serve you iced water in a little OJ (normally used for OJ) pitcher highly decorated with leaves and a sliced lemon inside that makes you straight up want to drink it! SO GOOD! I tried their Thai Iced Coffee! my first reaction was shocking as the presentation was awesome. The coffee is VERY strong! every sip was like taking a shot of tequila! haha! great for those caffeeine junkies! a little too strong for me however. I also ordered their strawberry banana crepe with Nutella on top! this was totally delicious! a MUST-TRY when you come in! Will certainly recommend and return to this establishment!
(4)Jacq L.
this is a cute little place to have lunch. the decor doesn't even match the outside of the building, so i was pleasantly surprised when I walked in. i got the savory crepe classic which had chicken, spinach, and mozzarella. the crepe was very large and crispy. the veggies just looked sad there wer so few pieces. i would have liked the filling to be a little more spread out in the crepe instead of focused in the folds. we ended with the mango dessert crepe, which was delicious. it came with a scoop of mango ice cream. the orange marmalade that as drizzled over the top was awesome. it would have been even better if the mango was a little more ripe, but still tasty. next time i'm in Fremont looking for a nice chill lunch i will consider Petit Cafe.
(3)K M.
We decided to try this place on a whim. I liked the little dog logo, but wasn't sure what to expect until we looked at the website. The dog logo is kind of misleading... it's a crepe restaurant, but hey, I'm a dog lover, so I'm not going to complain. Upon entering, the restaurant is small, cozy, and very attractive. It's easy to see that they've really considered all the details when coming up with their concept. I really like the decor, even down to the silverware. At first, we were not sure if it's a seat-yourself type of place or if you're supposed to wait for the staff to seat you. An employee invited us in from across the restaurant and gave us a table and menus. I noticed that the fabric on the upholstered chairs at our table were pretty stained and dirty looking, but they were much more comfortable than your standard restaurant chair. She was prompt at taking our order, and the food came out quickly. My husband and I shared the Shrimp Bacon Crepe, which was listed under the "special crepes" section of the menu. It was very tasty, and I'm not generally one for savory crepes, so that's saying a lot. The side pasta salad was also very delicious. Then we shared an Apple Cinnamon Crepe with ice cream for dessert. YUM! The two items were just barely enough to share. We left feeling satisfied and spent less than $25, including tip. Not bad for a delicious dinner! We will be back!
(4)Umang G.
Ambience: Contemporary and nice. Like the selection of colors and place smells good. Food: Good taste. Apt portion size. Good Thai tea. I liked that it has crushed ice. Orange and Carrot juice was not freshly made but from a bottle. Ask for hot sauce. It makes food when more tasty and is not really hot. Service: Good. All our customization were taken care correctly and there was a prompt service for anything we needed.
(4)Mike M.
This is one of our go to spots. The gym is next door and considering I'm there a few days a week, I will typically stop by here for some take-out on the way home. Most everything on the menu is good, but our favorites are the classic and chicken pesto. Portions could be a bit larger, but the quality and taste make up for it.
(4)Lisa S.
They're crepes are pretty good. I wasn't able to try the dessert one but the lunch classic crepe is delicious. However, the serving is a bit small for the price they are asking for. The foood tastes GREAT though. It is a must try.
(4)Karen W.
Place had no one when I arrived. I had to go all the way to the register (in the back) to ask if I could be seated. Then proceeded to seat me in the only table with a full on glare from the sun. Ordered the strawberry bananna desert crepe and the fruit was wonderful. The crepe part was thick, hard to cut and tasted slightly burnt. Not happy about that. Also ordered iced chai. Just don't order that. Its obviously powered mixed with water not worth the $4 price tag.
(1)Renu I.
Chose this place to meet an old friend, have lunch and chat for a bit. The restaurant looks nice and cozy, there a varieties of crepes to choose from. The service was fast, food tasty. Although, the service could have been better. We weren't sure if we could seat ourselves or not, so stood at the entrance and were very rudely directed to our table. Through out our lunch we felt like were burdening the waitress. We'l probably get it to go next time.
(4)Reece O.
This is the absolute BEST crepe place I've ever eaten at. Not only was it delicious, the service and ambiance were amazing. I had the Californian. YUM!
(5)Jenny H.
I was looking forward to trying this place out since I love crepes, and the reviews were very good. However, I was disappointed when I got here. I ordered the Super Crepe with scrambled eggs, ham, tomato, and mozzarella cheese. I added mushrooms to my crepe and picked steamed vegetables as my side. I was surprised when I got my crepe, because there was a huge tear in it, and was falling apart at the center. I'm not sure if it was because of the mushrooms I added, but my crepe was a little soggy. Aside from the texture, it tasted like a thin pancake. My friend also agreed with me, and thought they must be using pancake batter. It was unfortunate because I didn't like the taste of a savory pancake with vegetables and egg inside. We also ordered the strawberry dessert crepe to shrae, and wasn't too impressed with it either. The friend I went with has been to Le Moose Crepe Cafe just around the corner, and said she preferred it over Frodo Joe's.
(2)TJ B.
The cafe was very cute! The decor and furnishings were all very pretty, it felt like I was in the middle of NYC restaurant. It was late Saturday afternoon so the place was very slow and quiet. My cousin and I shared the blueberry with cheesecake crepe. The cheesecake filling in the center was delicious! That was definitely the highlight of this crepe. The fresh blueberries were the perfect contrast to the heavier cheesecake and nutella filling. Overall, I really enjoyed my visit to Petit Cafe. I would recommend this place to my friends and family!
(4)Jennifer W.
I think this is the best crepery in town. You will be impressed as soon as you walk in. The staff was even putting in roses on all the vases while we were there. It's furnished with nice plushy lounge seating and tasteful decor. There are large tables for groups and small tables along the window for a more intimate setting. What I like most is that they also have a lounging area where you can sip some coffee and have a conversation if you are not in the mood for a meal. If it isn't obvious enough, I like the layout of this place. The place is dimly lit, but not so dim that you can't take a good book in with you. This is definitely a place I would not mind eating at alone. It's discreet because it is not bustling, but does have a regular flow of customers and is at a convenient shopping center. The carafe of water was super cute and probably healthy too since there was a big sprig of mint and slices of cucumber, orange, and lemon in it. You can tell they try. I love the little details. I had the house special crepe which was a vegetarian crepe that consisted of spinach, tomato, avocado, and pesto. Each savory crepe also comes with a choice of four sides. I got the fruit salad, which was actually only three pieces of fruit. I was definitely disappointed I didn't get the pasta salad instead. Still, the order came out fast and it was good! After I ate, I did not feel bloated, but I was definitely full. Next time, I'll get the lemon and brown sugar crepe.
(4)Angela R.
This place is like a hidden gem! Came here over the weekend with a friend after our Mission Peak hike. Their crepe menu was pretty extensive, and even featured sides. I ordered the turkey, tomato, and avocado crepe and it was pretty tasty. My only complaint is I wasn't a huge fan of the deli-like slices of turkey. Next time, I'll substitute it with chicken. Otherwise, cute decor, clean, and friendly staff!
(4)Ahunawar C.
Great crepes, excellent prices and the best bathroom at these prices. I come here often and leave satisfied. Highly recommend it.
(5)Anya A.
What good is a restaurant that has great ambiance and great food, but serves bit sized portions. Never going back again until the portions become bigger or price becomes lower.
(2)Claire C.
First things first, I do think the crepes are delicious. I usually get the bacon avocado, and the bacon is always crunchy, the avocado fresh, and the crepes crisp and cheesy with a drizzle of the yummy pesto sauce over the top. That being said, I'm not sure why the sides are so terrible. It's either a) lukewarm, canned-tasting soup b) tasteless fruit that nobody likes (think dry cantaloupe, honeydew, and banana) c) small pile of limp iceberg lettuce salad. I think they might as well leave it out and save some trouble. Standard drinks like coffee and tea are below average. The ambience and decor is nice for Fremont (and for a crepe place), but the service is always incredibly apathetic and slow. We always wait forever to order or to pay, especially during the lunch rush. Dishes are not thoroughly cleaned all the time so make sure you check. All in all, not sure if I'd recommend unless you are hankering for a crepe.
(2)T B.
This place is so good! If I'm ever craving a crepe both meal or dessert wise, this is my go to place. It may look small. But, it is very filling:)
(5)Carina R.
I have wanted to try Frodo Joe's for quite some time. I love crepes - like love them!!! My hubby and I decided to have some dessert crepes here late Saturday night. The inside of this place is really nice. They did a great job decorating the place. We were seated right away and the waitress brought us some menus. Over perusing the menu for a bit, I decided on the Strawberries and Bananas crepe and my husband wanted the Lemon Cheesecake crepe. I also ordered a glass of champagne and my husband ordered a bellini. We didn't wait long at all for our crepe. There was other people there, and some of the parties were large groups, but still not a long wait. Very nice! The crepes were delicious. I ate all of mine and half of my husbands. He liked his, but I pretty much inhaled half of his anyway. Like I said...I love crepes. This place is a must try for Fremont and I am definitely going to be coming back here again and again!
(5)Anne N.
3.5 stars We have very few creperies in Fremont and I would have to agree with Jennifer it's one of the better crepe cafes. I was delighted that the water I wanted came with fresh mint leaves, cucumber, and citrus slices. Fanciest water I've had yet. The savory crepe seemed a little plain, the ingredients weren't as generous as I hoped, but it was still filling. Every savory crepe comes with a side option of fruit, pasta salad, or house salad. I went with the fruit and had three pieces of fruit on the side, which was a little disappointing. At least there's variety? A slice of orange, pineapple, and honeydew. So my food experience was pretty average, but I'd like to give this place a chance. The dessert plates looked appetizing and I'd love to take my sisters her for a treat. The atmosphere is great for small intimate meals or studying (though the lighting could be brighter). It's hard to find these type of places in Fremont especially if most of the cafes are bombarded with teeny boppers. This place is a gem!
(3)Cynthia C.
The curse is officially over, Frodo Joe's is running a legit creperie & it's actually good! Over the years, on my way to the gym, I have seen multiple biz open and close. I'm happy to say FJ's looks like it's here to stay. So smart to add an interior 'deck', super comfy seating-they have created spaces for their customers to make themselves at home. Again, smart. After I placed my crepe order the cashier asked me which sides I wanted, I thought she was trying to upsell me, my first reaction was to decline, of course, but she quickly let me know the side comes FREE of charge. AWESOME. Another bonus, the side is actually substantial and quite good. Got the fruit salad and the greek salad. The crepes had a crisp exterior, but I was a bit disappointed the Californian came with sandwich meat. The Classic had REAL pieces of chicken. Both were very good and came with FRESH pesto. YEAH. I'm sold.
(4)D Y.
cheesy spinach - pretty good shrimp bacon crepe - good fresh strawberry crepe - pretty good like the jug of water with mint, cucumber, and lemon nice atmosphere.
(4)Dave S.
Really enjoyed the crepes here. Definitely ask for their hot sauce to go with your savory crepes. The service was great and so was the ambience. Four stars!
(4)Penny Y.
Whoda thunk a placed called 'Frodo Joe's' would turn out to have such a great cafe-like ambiance? I was half expecting a hole-in-the-wall with minimalistic decor and limited seating, but no. I was pleasantly surprised to find a large open space with dark hardwood floors and more surprisingly, couches! That just really brought out the cool, hipster-ish coffee cafe feel to it. My friend ordered a smoothie and I ordered drip coffee... both drinks were HUGE. More than what I would've expected. The actual crepes however were not as huge, but still a good size to make you full. I got the seafood crepe - not exactly a recommended one by the waitress, but I figured I should be a bit more experimental. FAIL. It was aiteee. The shrimp was a bit tough but it was still pretty good. I also thought it was odd they put pesto on it. My friend, however, got a veggie crepe and he loved it, so I'm assuming I just ordered the wrong thing. I would definitely come again just for the ambiance and would probably get one of the more 'regular' crepes. This is just one of those places that seems 'posh' but without the 'posh' prices.
(4)Veronica S.
Le Petit Cafe is super cute! I was really impressed and happy that Fremont finally has cafes like this. There's an adorable sitting area towards the left of the cafe with comfy couches, casual coffee tables, and even fashion magazines! Their crepes are decent, not that filling but they give you a side of ice cream which is nice. Their lattes were also super yummy, much better than your coffee chain and they give it to you in a big, fat homey mug...it's like being at home! Love it! I'm definitely going to come here or meet friends here when they want coffee...!
(4)Allison C.
I've been craving some crepes and Frodo Joe's is listed as one of the places that offers this. We walked in and were really surprised with the decor. It seems much larger inside then how it looks from the outside, and the simple decor make it clean and nice. GREAT: Strawberry Crepe - was LARGE, and over flowing with strawberries. This was delicious! It comes with nutella, a scoop of ice cream and dollop of whipped cream. GOOD: BLT sandwich - it was large in height, but needed more bacon. The lettuce and tomatoes made it seem like more. Not sure if it was the Dijon spread had a bit too much salt. While I was eating it, the bread was crumbling away, the slice of bread was too thin for the size of the sandwich. OKAY: Cheese Spinach Crepe - was tasty, but the presentation made it look really small next to my BLT. Selected fruit as the side, it was sweat, but we only got 4 large chunks. Maybe, if they cut the fruit a little smaller and spread it out more it would like more substantial.
(3)Jon T.
Ok maybe I'm just a sucker for crepes but I rarely give out 5 star reviews and I just gave out 2 to both crepe places. But SERIOUSLY this place is really good! I just reviewed la moose which is about 10 minutes down the street from this place and although that place did earn 5 stars from me I would still go to Frodo Joe's if I went again. First of all their logo is freaking hilarious and cute, a little dog? haha hilarious.. and the people here were very very nice as well. They greeted us right when we came in and were tried to help us decide what to order, since we were first timers we were a bit slow on the process and they were very patient and nice about it. During the meal they checked up on us and also gave us some pretty cool water with lemons and a bunch of random fruits and stuff inside which was pretty unique =) the crepe itself was to die for and I literally INHALED IT! After the meal we ordered a desert crepe and it took a while to go to us which was starting to make me a little unhappy but it turns out that they were out of strawberries and she ran to the supermarket next door to buy some fresh ones for us =) wow talk about customer service! 5 stars! can't wait to go back when i get the chance!
(5)Sarah S.
Normally I'm kind of meh about dessert crepes because crepes are super easy and cheap to make, but my pecan crepe was BOMB. I'm trying to think of an excuse to go back to this weekend. I think it was because the crepes comes with both ice cream and whipped cream! and the brown sugar was warm and soooooo good with the pecans. Almost everyone else at the table got savory crepes, and they only had good things to say. It's kind of confusing that the sign only says Petit Cafe, but its inside a big complex next to 24 fitness.
(4)Wendy W.
Am not much of a crepe person, but because of the decor, I came. The decor is wow... zen! I really like the decor, however I didn't particularly liked my crepe, because the berries were alittle too tart, but good thing I had ice cream, which tone down the acidity. I would've preferred rather than the orange drizzle, I think custard would've tasted much much better. Next time, I might try the other crepes.
(3)Lyn C.
The only reason why we checked this place out was because of the little neon sign that said "crepes". Who knew it was such a great marketing tool. Inside, this place is SO cute. Not to mention, the service was excellent. She treated us like royalty! When she asked where we wanted to sit, I immediately claimed the couch area. We got dessert crepes, and they were delicious! It had just the right balance of fruit, nutella, & whipped cream, surrounded by a crisp crepe, and accompanied by a nice scoop of ice cream. Yum! I always like coffee shops that give you coffee in a solid mug, so that was nice too, especially cause the mugs were cute. They give you a pitcher of water with fruit in it for the table. Although they were nice, the service was a little slow. My ice cream melted while I waited for the other plate to arrive. The place is not open very late on the weekend and there's no wi-fi, so that was a bummer too.
(4)Marilyn T.
Frodo Joe's first got my attention with their cute logo. I love little cafe type places, and they're actually open for dinner on weekdays. Their crepes are done traditional style and pretty good - the crepe itself is not overly thick and has the right amount of sweetness. I like the veggie spicy crepe, and if you like meat, they have lots of bacon options. One of the ore unique ones is a curry beef crepe. Each one comes with a side of salad and is really reasonably priced. Fremont doesn't have very many places that aren't chains, fast food, or Asian food, so I like supporting places like this. I wish the location wasn't in a busy corner between Sweet Tomatoes and 24 Hour Fitness, but what can you do.
(4)Shweta V.
Great crepes spot in Fremont - fresh, delicious, and well priced. Quite surprised with the unexpected ambiance which does not intuitively align with either the name of the cafe or the neighborhood / city it is in.
(3)Amy L.
Really cute crepe place, especially by Fremont standards. I love the eclectic decor, kinda has a gypsy/afternoon tea vibe. Frodo Joe's definitely has the most extensive crepe menu I've ever seen. I got really excited to see a cheesecake blueberry crepe on there (come on, cheesecake, blueberries, ice cream, chocolate sauce, all in a crepe?!) and it did not disappoint. I am craving it right now, but, alas, I am hundreds of miles away again. Only downsides were that the service was pretty slow and they seemed to be out of a lot of things, narrowing down the choices. Otherwise, a new favorite for me whenever I'm in town. All crepe-cravers, come here!
(4)Carla M.
Enjoyed the ambience and decor of the place. The desert crepes were delish. The vegetarian crepes were ok.
(3)Julia G.
Love the atmosphere of the place! Food was good and great service!
(5)Marie S.
Location: this is a corner restaurant. the decorations inside are really nice. its a clean, calm setting and they have fresh flowers. the chairs are also very comfy. Service: the staff is really friendly and the food came out fast. they also have cards that they mark each time you make a purchase. you can leave the card at the counter and they're arranged by letter. its cool because you dont need to worry about losing or forgetting it. Food: my boyfriend and i came here craving crepes and we left satisfied with food coma =) round 1 (savory): i ordered the classic crepes with asparagus and a side of greek salad. portions are a fulfilling amount. the greek salad is tasty and my crepe was pretty filled with mushrooms, spinach and cheese. i think there could have been a little more cheese though. either way it was good. he got the cheese bacon crepe with a side of steamed veggies. the bacon looked really good so i tried a piece. yum! nice and crispy. round 2 (dessert): i ordered the banana chocolate crepe. it comes with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. the bananas were sweet and ripe. no complaints here. he got the apple cinnamon crepe which he devoured. oh yea, and i got a chai latter which was tasty. we shall be back!
(4)Ram G.
Wow the service here is super nice. Warm, friendly and always smiling people..I like that. Food is great too. Not all fusions work, but French and Thai fusion works surprisingly well. I ordered coffee after my meal, wow the coffee was super tasty. Loved it. The restroom is super clean. Some readers might question my decision to write about the restroom here..but I believe a clean restroom just shows these people pay attention to details. Imagine entering a filthy restroom after a great meal!! Overall a great experience
(5)Hobby-less R.
Had a savoury crepe today. It was bland and cold and the cheese wasn't completely melted...yuck!! I even found a bug in my fruits. I told them and they just changed the fruit and didn't apologize. Totally shocked coz normally an apology would be given when things like these happen. Service was slow. The people were always working behind the counter. I had to walk up to them to order my food. Felt like i was at a fast food restaurant but the prices aren't fast food prices. Took a while for them to get me the check. won't go back.
(1)Dorothy F.
It was day 2 of the Bay Area heatwave. I was hot, bothered, and quickly caving on my summer diet (it had been a whopping 22 days). So I turned to Yelp to see where I could do some damage. I was in no mood to drive so I chose a place close by. Petit Cafe fit the bill, easily a 2 minute drive (in the Raley's plaza) and I'd seen they'd been getting 4 star reviews. Their menu was pretty extensive for a creperie with equal parts savory and sweet selections. I went for sweet. I chose the strawberry crepe. What I got was a huge, thin crepe brimming with large slivers of strawberries, swirls of creamy milk chocolate and richly sweet raspberry sauce, whipped cream and the best part - a mound of vanilla ice cream. There were so many delicious tastes mingled in with the light ,slightly chewy crepe. The fresh, cold strawberries complemented the decadently sweet sauces. And the whipped cream and ice cream were literally the "icing" on the crepe. It was so delicious and satisfying. They didn't get 5 stars b/c service was a bit slow (only one employee cooking and taking orders). The service I did receive, was warm and friendly. Now that I've sampled sweet, I cannot wait to indulge in one of their savory selections. Petit Cafe's crepes are well worth every diet-destroying calorie.
(4)Delilah B.
I went here for dinner with Cynthia M., below. What a weird experience. Almost everything that I wanted to order, they were out of. That should have been a sign for us to run to Sweet Tomato. On top of that, my cousin ordered the blue berry crepe for dessert. Low and behold... not a blueberry in site! Wut the EFF? They were all Blackberries. I hate when places assume that you'll be ok with "their" substitution. What if she was allergic to it or something? Or ... if she had the choice, she could have changed her order. Not to be mean but... really, what a joke.
(1)Roni J.
OMG...THIS PLACE ROCKS....I brought 13 ladies for Sunday brunch and it was off the hook....GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE....I can't thank them enough for allowing us to have serperate checks.....THE BERRY CREPE WAS FANTASTIC...and the bacon cheese one was....Let's just say.....AMAZING.....Our group will be back..
(5)Sim D.
The super crepe is my favorite and the mango zing smoothie is delicious. The only con I can say is that the service is a bit slow. But all in all definitely worth the wait yummy crepes.
(4)Christina V.
Good find = ) Not only are the crepes delicious, but the ambiance and vibe of this cafe (to me) is pretty relaxing. This is the type of place where you want to meet with your BFFs to catch up, have one-on-one time w/ your kids or just hang solo for quiet time while getting good eats. Crepes are their specialty and they serve both "Savory" and "Sweet" selections. Savory crepes are drizzled with a complimenting pesto sauce and is served with your choice of side (salad, pasta or fruit). Sweet crepes are delish (plain, nutella or nutella and fruit). They also have an espresso bar and even serve thai iced teas. I love the decor inside which I think was tastefully done. The walls are decorated with stone and mosaic designs which is appealing to the eye. The dining area is appropriate and surprisingly there is a place to lounge with lounge chairs for those who want to study or chat. Frequent visitor card program is also in place for the frequent customer. If you love crepes, you'll love this place!
(4)Jan P.
Spectacular interior. I recommend to dine-in for the great atmosphere feel - it's so calm and artistic. Great creperies. The service doesn't really have that much of great alacrity. They don't speak English very well so to make their ordering life easy, just point out your orders to the menu. Overall, I give this spot a four star for great interior and food. Hence, minus one star for their turtle slow service.
(4)S K.
Frodo Joe's is my favorite recent find in Fremont, and I keep dreaming of when I can make time to come back. It's across from Sweet Tomatoes, if you have trouble finding it the first time (which I foolishly did). There's a wide variety of savory and sweet crepes, and give the reasonable portion sizes, I'd recommend getting a savory one and splitting a sweet. All of their crepes come with a little bit of this delicious pesto sauce and a side of either green salad, fruit, or pasta. You can't really go wrong picking a crepe, and most of them have either mozzarella or cheddar cheese, some veggies, and meat or mushrooms. My favorite is definitely the pizza crepe and supreme crepe, both of which come with generous helpings of meat. The size of the crepes look pretty big at first glance, but I was able to finish one myself no problem, which was surprising given I can usually only eat half a plate of food at restaurants. The hands down best dessert crepe I've tried there is the pecan caramel. It comes with lots of little pecans, what seems to be a pecan crumble over the crepe, and a dollop of vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. The ambiance/decor is modern casual Asian, and I like that's so bright and clean inside. There's even a loungey area with couches. The waitresses are fast and really nice. This is a great place to come for a brunch date, catching up with friends or a family outing.
(4)Alex d.
Before my co-worker told me about this place, I never would have noticed it and I'd definitely never heard of it! This is a case of a "hole in the wall" place that's actually a well-known secret, and is just plain better than more well-known places. I love supporting local small business owners in Fremont, especially when their food is good! I have been here twice, and ordered a savory crepe and dessert crepe, both costing me a very low price. The crepes themselves were delicious and freshly made. It was almost ridiculous, how much food I was getting for less money than one dish at another restaurant. As a money-grubbing recent college grad, I couldn't ask for a better combination of factors. The food would be enough to make me come back very soon, but what makes it one of my favorite places is in fact the decoration/ ambiance. It's classy, yet fun and colorfully Thai-inspired. This is what makes it a good place for a casual date, or girls night out for a single girl who just wants to chow down (not naming any names). If you live in Fremont or the nearby vicinity, there is no reason to not try it!
(4)Elizabeth B.
I don't normally write reviews but this just pissed me off... and I need to let everyone else know. I've been a regular since I moved to Newark. But I must say their service is not up to par with the ambiance. I love their savory and dessert crepes along with the sandwiches,salads, and smoothies. My only complaint is the service! They are so F&%#in' SLOW... slow to greet you, slow to take your order, slow to bring your food, slow to bring you water, utensils, clear your table, and to even bring you your check. I am no long supporting this local hidden gem, due to their service. if you must know, I was the only one in the entire restaurant till my friends came, along with another table for two, and a lady by herself. Once my friends came in and sat down, the server took her sweet time and then went to the table with the two males and took their order. Then went to the lady who was sitting alone and went back to the kitchen to place her order. Minutes later she came to our table and stated: there was no more chicken, bacon, and one other thing. Then gave us a few minutes so she can "give us more time" really I think she needed more time so she can talk on her phone and what ever else she had to do... I had to call her back over to finally take our order, but she went to the lady who was sitting by herself, then was going to go back to the kitchen until her other co-worker pointed our table out. Once she finally realized we needed to place our order she came over, I ordered the meat combo sandwich on sourdough & a side salad, my boyfriend got a house salad, and his sister got the California crepe oh and it was her first time here because I've been raving about this damn place! OK OK OK ... I may have been hungry, but finally our food came out and she whispered something under her breath as she was passing out our plates and said "you got the last of the chicken", I replied "I did not order a chicken sandwich, I ordered the meat combo. She then said the "club" insisting that that's what I ordered. Well she then took the plate without saying anything, and started to prepare my order. Mind you I've ordered this exact sandwich before, and I know how to read and place an order without stumbling over my words. Welp needless to say this is what it's come to... To the Manager of Frodo Joe's I'd advise you to train your servers or clean house! Your tip is a reflection of your service.
(1)Emmy L.
I ordered a pad thai crepe to go, It was awful- the peanuts were stale and the whole crepe had a funny smell. I called the restaurant to alert them and the lady who answered the phone said "what do you want me to do?' I used to have good experience with this place (that's why I am not giving 1 star); now I am disappointed with their food and service.
(2)Angela K.
Come here for your crepe fix! So there's another Frodo in Hayward, but under different management. This location is very spacious and nice ambiance. Their specialty are their crepes of course, but they also have some sandwiches and a wide assortment of drinks. Heads up: they don't have the weekday dinner special they advertise on their website. I tried the Seafood Crepe and it was DELISH! HUGE pieces of shrimp with REAL CRAB and a side salad for $8. Good deal! The Seafood Crepe I had at the Hayward location used mini bay shrimp and imitation shrimp. All their entrees come with a side salad or fruit. And even thou a crepe sounds thin and not filling, by the time you finish you are stuffed. I'll def come back to try another one of their crepes!
(4)Angelica B.
We've come to this place a few times, and we're pretty happy with the crepe choices we've had. Today, I had the bacon avocado crepe and my husband had the same, but he added egg to it. My nephew had the Greek crepe which he literally inhaled after a couple minutes. (Always a good sign when kids finish their food!) We finished the meal off with a Strawberry-banana Nutella crepe with vanilla ice cream and whip cream.... it was SOOO good!!! Decor is beautiful as always and it was very clean. The service was kind of strange as they didn't really greet or smile, but they weren't rude, so whatever! The food is still awesome, and I can imagine myself returning for more.
(4)Henry S.
This is a nice little spot for a quick meal in a nice atmosphere. Service was a bit slow as they only had one server for the whole restaurant. The restaurant wasn't that big but there was a large party of 12 that took most of our server's attention. I had the club sandwich which consisted of bacon, chicken, avocado, and a fried egg! The sandwich itself was really good and having a fried egg made it even better. It came with a small side salad that was also good. We had the fresh blue berry cheese cake crepe for dessert and that was also pretty good.
(4)Vivian D.
Amazing interior complete with cozy cushioned benches, dim lighting, and a flower on each table. A nice quiet place for a date or to catch up with some friends...even on the weekends. I was a little surprised by the emptiness of this classy establishment on a Friday night so I kept my fingers crossed that the food was not to blame. The bf ordered a ben-to crepe while I got a veggie with mushrooms added in. It was nice that all crepes came with a side of your choice, such as pasta, salad, fruit, soup, or veggies. The ben-to crepe was packed with filling of chicken, mushrooms, egg, and mozzerella cheese. The crepe itself was thin and crispy and everything was extremely flavorful. While I enjoyed the veggie crepe, it was more on the bland side in comparison...which might have been the type of or lack of cheese. Still, it was tasty and I managed to finish the entire thing. The side salad also paired nicely with its light balsamic dressing. Alot of people RAVED about the water with a slice or orange, cucumber, and mint. It's a nice touch I guess, but it's nothing to Ooooh and Aaahhh about. It still tasted like regular water to me. While the meal was enjoyable, service was not the warmest or the friendliest. While our server was in no way rude, she looked like she hated her job the entire time we were there. Minus 1 star. I've been to Le Moose and Frodo Joe's crepes definitely blew them out of the water. Prices are also very reasonable ranging from $6-$9 for a crepe. Must return to try a dessert crepe soon!
(4)Steve T.
Seven of us came here after a show for dinner. We placed our orders and the crepes eventually came out 1 or 2 at a time until I was the only one who had not been served. After waiting another 7 to 8 minutes, I flagged down waitress and she said there was a mixup over my order of Basil Asparagus. Obviously she did not pay attention that I had no food in front of me when she brought the 6th plate and did not bother check the order! I finally got my crepe when most of my friends were finished with their food and the Basil Asparagus was only okay. I will take my business elsewhere.
(1)Amy O.
Hmm...I am torn with this review. So, to explain easily, I'll do it in list form. Location: Easy, good parking. Busy at lunch. Ambiance: Awesome. Cute, updated, clean. Food/Menu: Great selections in both savory and sweet crepes. And the food is well presented on the plate. Artistic and beautiful. Flavor good is well. They also serve a nice pitcher of water with lime and cucumber in it when you sit down. Coffee: Ordered a cappuccino. Umm...they served it in this huge cup and it was mostly huge amount of foam. Coffee tasted okay, so they use okay coffee but the drink was horrible. Recommend getting your coffee at Peet's in the same shopping center. Service: Friendly, but don't speak English (could hear others having probs with ordering). Also, forgot to give my drink so I got my food first. So...matters what matters to you. If you want to order a crepe straight off the menu and you have patience for lack of English...probably a good bet.
(3)Ann W.
If you love to eat in a relaxing atmosphere with a healthy menu to enjoy you must visit Frodo Joe's Cafe! The crepes, salads, desserts, service and atmosphere will melt and dissolve any stress from your body and mind.
(5)Erin G.
My family and I have came here often over the past 3 years. I went last Sunday morning and had really bad service. The place was packed which is good for them. There were only 2 servers who couldnt handle the amount of people. Understaffed I understand. But they were not attentive at all and forgot a crepe that we ordered. They eventually brought it to us but it took forever. The other thing is the food. The taste is good however over the years the portions have gotten much smaller. There are other crepe places in Fremont where you get your monies worth. Wont be going here anymore.
(2)Ceci L.
Nicely decorated and food was good. We ordered shrimp bacon crepe and I-berry blueberries with cheesecake crepe and a house coffee. Both were freshly made though the shrimp was a bit on the smaller size. Cheesecake with crepe, what a combo, never thought that will work but somehow it did. Coffee was just okay, maybe their specialty ones are better. Lots of varieties to choose from. Will return to try out more.
(4)Christina C.
Came here for their savory crepes - may go back to try their sweet crepes (and possibly update my review?). I love the interior of this cute cafe - very un-Fremont ha ha. The walls are purple (I believe) and there are plush couches to the side of the restaurant. However, the crepes were okay. I've been to Le Moose (also in Fremont and very similar - orange-infused water, similar sides (i.e. salad/fruit salad/pasta salad)) and I felt like the portions were bigger and the crepes were yummier at Le Moose. Service was also okay... like everyone's mentioned - it could be better. So, three stars for now.
(3)Prashant R.
I've had brunch here many times. I would highly recommend the sweet crepes, savory one tend to be a little bland for my taste. But it's a great little place to have crepes in fremont. They do have sandwiches as well. Service is ok. Seems like the whole place is run by women - that's pretty cool.
(4)Alice J.
Great selection of savory and sweet crepes, sandwiches, coffee, and smoothies. I especially love that they always have new specials. Today I tried the samui which was a crepe filled with sticky rice, topped with fresh mango, coconut sauce, with a scoop of ice cream, whipped cream, and coconut macaroons. It was very inventive and delicious!! They also have set course specials for brunch, lunch, and dinner listed online. For example for lunch you get a salad, appetizer, drink, and choice of entree (including salmon with panang, chicken coconut milk, etc) with rice and veggies for $12.95. A great price and it's enough food for 2 people. They even offer afternoon tea, also for only $12.95.
(4)Nancy M.
After seeing the long lines at Sweet Tomatoes, we came here because we were just to lazy to re-park. What a delightful surprise! Great dinner crepes served in a timely fashion from pleasant, attentive staff. The ambiance was great too! Will indeed try this place again! Maybe next time for drinks and dessert crepes.
(4)Angel G.
got here and waited for service! it finally came. she was DRY! acted like she hated her job. anyways we placed our order... savory, sweet & a BLT sandwich. I ordered avocado, mushrooms with mozzerella crepe... it was dry! it would've been better if they drizzled some olive oil or something to wet it! my daughters sweet crepe arrived...OMG it looked dryer than a dessert!!!
(1)Sunil R.
Lokos like Frodo Joe's got an upgrade. I had not been here in a few years and stopped in yesterday. They have given this place a nice makeover and it looks really nice. The menu appears to be mostly the same with new specials added. The crepes are still good and it looks like they bumped up a prices by a dollar or two which is fine given the ambience is nicer. I also liked the fact that they have fresh flowers at the tables.
(4)Sherry C.
It's a very nice place for me & my son to have a afternoon snack time here. Food was great and the waitress are very friendly even my son sometime talk very loud. Boys like their chocolate crepes, rich and yummy! ^_^
(5)Elaine T.
Frodo Joe's was yet another one of my yelp finds while looking for something to eat after not having breakfast. At first I was a bit surprised as the menu only had crepes and a few other dishes. I ordered an italian crepe and added eggs as well...kind of a makshift brunch idea. Food was fantastic, drink selection was great (had a chai latte) and the atmosphere was very clean and welcoming. Servers were friendly and service was not bad.
(4)Erin K.
This cafe was great! The lady who helped us was so nice - she waited on our table and brought everything to us. She was so friendly in helping us decide what to get. The mixed berry dessert crepe was delicious, as well as the Chai tea latte! I will definitely go back to try some of their savory crepes.
(4)dee s.
This is place is awesome! Love the decor!! The music in the background was nice. So many crepes to choose from. The service was pretty fast. Our waitress, McKenzie, is such a doll. Would definitely recommend this place to others. :)
(5)Stephanie F.
I'm not one to nit-pick when I eat out but this experience was not pleasant. I went in with a friend of mine. When we walked in, we were the only people there. So I stated, "we're gonna have good service". Boy was I wrong. We were greeted with water quickly but that was the only thing that was quick. When we asked the waitress about some of the items on the menu, she just read off the menu. I could have and did do that. Our food made its way to the table at normal time. Food was ok. Had good flavor but it was a bit to try for me. Once we got our food, our waitress never came back to check on us. She was busy entertaining her friends that walked in after us. She finally came after we were completely done with our meal. (mind you, we're still the only customers there) We asked for our check and waited about 10 min for it to make its way over. I was happy to finally get out of there. The restaurant has such a nice vibe and descent food. I suggest training your staff to greet and attend to your customers in a timely fashion. Especially in an empty restaurant.
(2)Cynthia L.
I wanted to try out this place for a while. I decided to go for dinner . The decor is very nice, and it is a quiet place with light music playing in the background. It was empty, though, and maybe this was a sign of what was to come. I had a Chicken Greek salad, which was good. Not much could go wrong but old lettuce. I also ordered the Blueberry crepes. My cousin that accompanied me ordered 2 dishes (one was the salmon) and was told that they were both out. She ended up ordering the asparagus and basil crepe. We were enjoying the food and the place. Then my blueberry crepes dish was delivered. There were no blueberries in sight! It was a blackberry crepe dish. I called the server and reminded her that I ordered the blueberry crepes. Her response was, just like my cousin's two initial orders, "we don't have any." I am giving them two stars for the lack supply of menu items and for being presumptious. The server and the cook assumed I'd be okay with blueberries without checking with me first. This is horrible customer service. Their menu is so small. It wouldn't be that difficult to have all the items listed considering that's what they are offering. I have many food allergies, and luckily I'm not allergic to blackberries. To presume I'd be okay with it was not considerate nor was it acceptable.
(2)Lefti S.
We came here a few times and we are hooked. It is a very good place to come with a special other or as a family. We ordered the savory crepes such as the special, Greek, ham and cheese and they were all very good. The crepe is fresh, the ingredients that are used are also fresh. The condiments and sauces used within the crepe are quite delicious. We also tried various dessert crepes such as the berry crepe and the five stack with additional strawberries. The sauces used are very good not too sweet. There is a good variety of coffees, and other drinks. The prices are very reasonable. In short this place is highly recommended and I will make it a weekly visit. Peace out.
(5)Jasper S.
Gotta try that bacon avacadoooooo woot! So good!
(4)Loki J.
Fantastic crepes. THey stuff them with a bunch of stuff and then you feel stuffed after all the stuff you just stuffed yourself with. Never been a fan of thai iced tea. Now? Fan. Really nice inside, service was eh tho. Maybe because of ESL. Regardless, food was great, good prices too.
(5)Angie J.
I've seen this place so many times during our visits to Sweet Tomatoes and Raley's, never knew they served crepes. Like many others, I don't understand what their actual name is... Frodo Joes? Le Petit? Juice Zone? I had a major crepe craving tonight, we decided on Le Moose but they were closed (Le Boo!). So we end up at Frddo Joes Le Petit Juice Zone Cafe... WHAT A SURPRISE!! The interior is kinda swanky! There's a raised lounge area and ample tables with plush chairs. The decor includes multicolored stones in a mosaic design throughout the cafe. Very nice touch! You do have to order at the counter. You'll notice a bunch of alphabetized boxes which patrons can leave their punch cards - love this!! I was impressed how squished the cards were in each box, which only means they have a lot of regulars! I ordered the hawaiian (ham, pineapple, mozzerella) and my fiance got the original (chicken, mushrooms, mozzerella). All their savory crepes come drizzled with their pesto sauce, which you can't even taste. I will ask for more on the side next time. For dessert we split the strawberry crepe. We each got our own plate decorated beautifully with raspberry sauce, chocolate and a little lump of whipped cream. A large group of 8 came in, in addition to two other small families, despite a bit of chaos, the 2 girls manning the fort managed to keep a smile, provide stellar customer service, and all of the details were still in tact. Even though this is just a cafe in the corner of a grocery store plaza, once you're inside, you kinda forget where you are! I look forward coming back!
(5)Laura G.
This place is pretty close to my house, but for some reason I had never been here before. Came in on a Monday for lunch with a friend and the place was kind of empty. We sat down and read over the menu, there are over 7-10 different savory crepes and the same amount for the sweet crepes. The savory crepes had all kinds of variety for all different tastes. They even had a little international crepes section too. I ordered a Thai tea with a savory crepe, I forget the name but it might have been house special? It had tomatoes, zucchini, spinach, avocado, and mozzarella cheese (I added the cheese and another one of the veggies for extra charge). They serve it with a side of your choice, I had a greek salad. The crepe wasn't as thin as I'm used to but it was still really good and tasty! My friend had the chocolate strawberry banana one, which she enjoyed as well, they serve that with ice cream. Beer, wine, cocktails, and other specialty drinks (like mimosas) are also available! Overall, cute little place. If you're around and craving a crepe, give it a try, you be the judge!
(4)Kathryn B.
Everything here is great except for ONE MAJOR ISSUE: SLOW SLOW SLOW SLOW SLOW SLOW SLOW service. Did I mention that it was slow? Atmosphere is pleasant, quality of food is good, but it takes forever for anything to get done. There seems to only be one person for the back of the house and one in the front. I've only been here twice and would come here more often if I didn't have to make sure I don't go on an empty stomach in anticipation of a long wait. I really wish they would rectify this because it would be a great spot. I may go back in the future to see if service improves. It's so unfortunate that a place with so much potential is being held back by slow service.
(2)Lynners C.
Just came from this place with my sister. Another place to mark off my list. The place was really inviting and the decor is really unique.Very nice ambiance. There were only two other people when we walked in. Service was pretty fast. The water was actually good lol they included a slice of orange, lemon, and cucumber. I felt like Will Ferrell in the movie "The Other Guys". ( Only those who've seen the movie obviously knows what I am talking about) lol. Anyways, I ordered the Fresh Strawberries Crepes and my sister ordered just the crepes with the chocolate sauce. The crepes arrived nicely presented with a scoop of vanilla ice cream with chocolate powder on top. The strawberries was a little sour, but the sweet chocolate countered attacked the sourness. We have yet to order the Savory Crepes, but as far as dessert we were pretty pleased with it and we enjoyed our Crepes during a rainy weather. I will definitely come back to this place to try the Savory Crepes. :))) P.s Prices range from $4-$7.
(4)Amado R.
Wow, fantastic place; if you're in Fremont stop by and check this place out. Crepe's are out of this world; seasonal fruits, not frozen, batter made from scratch and service #1 comfortable place, lot's of sitting areas, color's very gentle to the eyes, furnishings very classy.
(5)Gena M.
Light on the purse strings and light on you!! I found this place recently by accident just search'n the yelp pages! I am absolutely delighted and have taken several friends to try Frodo Joe's (misleading title-but amazing crepes!) Their prices range from 6-9 a crepe. They are a full meal or desert depending on what your in the mood for. The crepe is massive and cane come from any flavor, Greek-to-shrimp/bacon-sweet desert combinations! The hearty crepes are served with your choice of a fresh and healthy side. I love the fruit salad (freshly cut and a nice assortment) and the pasta salad is excellent with clear and strong tastes, their are a few other choices as well. They also bring this pretty pitcher of ice water, they put orange slices, cucumber, and other yummy water accents which gives you a pretty display and a light tasting and hydrating COMPLETELY FREE BEVERAGE! Of course they have other beverages on the menu, from coffee specialties to smoothies however the water has been so wonderful and refreshing me and all of my guests haven't order another drink. Which if your keeping track-takes about $5 off the normal bill. Now for two meal crepes, a desert crepe, and a tip I spent about $25! You can get out of there for two people under $20! That's a nice date or a nice breakfast! Even just for a sweet treat! Now for the meal alone you can't beat that price, but this place is more then a great meal! It has been completely redone inside with a beautiful dinning area, a chill area to the left for lounging and over sized chairs and tables that are inviting to say the least. The decor is modern-Buddhist themed-I love it! The walls are done up in glass mosaic and the chef prepares here scrumptious crepe right there so you can watch her! The only thing I would change is there very chill music, however they did play Jack Johnson there the last time and I fell head over heels being such a huge JACK JOHNSON FANATIC! Other then that awesome song play the music is dreary and not as inviting as everything else about this place. Something more modern like low top 40 would be appropriate. I am telling ya if you are close to Fremont (near Paseo Padre and Mowery) pass up the average chipolte, sushi, blah blah blah and have something you may not find anywhere else an AMAZING ONE OF A KIND crepe cafe =) Happy forking ;0)
(5)Angela C.
Probably one of the best places to go for Crepes in Fremont. The food is great and the coffee is spectacular, way beyond my expectations. Even their water has slices of cucumber, lemon, lime, and mint. The ambiance is way cute- a perfectly cozy lunch spot. BUT: beware the mad lunch rush where business people around the area, their dates, their mothers, and everyone else on the tiny planet of Fremont comes in for lunch. We waited FOREVER for a table, and were basically drooling over our napkins by the time our dishes came out. There was one poor waitress at the time to take orders, bus the tables, and seat people. She seemed rather nonchalant about the ridiculous line of ravenous zombie-work-people in the restaurant. Come, but avoid the weekday lunch rush.
(4)Queen B.
A friend of mine took me here one day and since then I'm hooked! I was pleasantly surprised when I walked in to see how cute the place is. It looks like the place was outfitted with furniture from Pier 1 Imports. They have a lounge like area to the left for a more casual feel. When you order water it comes in a carafe with cucumber and lime slices, like at the spas. The shrimp-bacon crepe is delicious! For the price, I didn't expect it come be served in a very artistic manner. I love how the sweetness of the crepe harmonizes with the creme sauce. Although I've tried a number of their desert crepes, my favorite so far is the pecan caramel drizzled with rum sauce with a side of ice cream! heaven! Banana chocolate with nutella is a close second. I want to eventually try all of them and will update this review if my favorite changes!
(4)Derya A.
I've been to other Frodo Joe's, and this one definitely has a more upscale feel to it. It has a restaurant area as well as a raised lounge area. This one also serves cocktails, wine, and beer. The crepes are amazing and filling. The Classic Crepe and Cheese Bacon are delicious and under $10. If you love crepes, you'll love this place. If you're a newbie, get ready to fall in love.
(5)Jenny L.
I just came here with my sister and her fiance. We were all in a rush so my sister told the waitress and they definitely delivered on their promise. They seated us promptly and our food was came out quickly. We were in and out in under 30 mins which is pretty impressive. The place wasn't too busy when we went which was a plus for us. It was clean and nicely decorated. I appreciated the modern decor. I had a Classic Crepe and Thai Iced Tea. The crepe was good but the Thai Iced Tea was great! They give you a good ratio of ice so it's not watered down. I was actually surprised at the amount they give you. I don't think that I was able to finish it all. Overall, 4 stars for their fast service. Minus one star only because I've had better crepes elsewhere. If I'm back in the area, I will definitely go back and recommend it. I wish I had more room for dessert. There's always next time!
(4)Stefanie W.
My friends and I were craving for crepes and decided to go to this crepe restaurant instead of the one on Mowry with Thai food. When we enter the store it looked superb! The design was pretty very cafe like. The food there was delicious! However, they got our order wrong twice and it took a long time just to get our food. Also, it took forever to get the waiter's attention. We rose our hands and said "excuse me" but none of the waiters were willing to serve us. We had two waiters and they were both rude and incompetent. Our third waiter was much more competent than the other two and gave us what we needed. We ordered 2 Club House sandwiches and asked to substitute the chicken breast with turkey. They said it was fine. We asked the waiter to repeat the order and we could not even hear her because she was speaking a low voice. One with French bread and one with wheat. But instead they gave us two with FRENCH break and did not make the SUBSTITUTE from chicken to turkey. Also, they also gave us an extra order that we never placed. When we were done eating our sandwiches, we ordered our crepes. We asked for not so crispy crepes, the waiter rolled her eyes and and said "Uh...*sigh* okay..."
(1)Jacqueline C.
3.5 stars! I liked it! The place has an intimate vibe and cute decor. If we had gotten to sit on the cushy side, I would have felt like I was in a genie lamp! The menu was fairly simple, so I ordered the "Veggie Crepe," with tomato, spinach, and feta. As simple as it sounded, it was quite good! The savory veggies were well complimented by the subtle sweetness of the crepe. The service was a little passive, but still very polite. Interested in trying other savory crepes here in the future...and dessert ones too! Could have used more of a side though...the "side" fruit salad had about 4-5 pieces of fruit total. They were generous with the coffee, though. Happy to see such a cute place open in good ol' Fremont.
(3)Daryl M.
Hard to find crepe places. Which is surprising because they are tasty, generally reasonably priced and doesn't overly stuff the belly. The atmosphere is pleasant and nicely decorated. As you enter, there is a cozy seating area which is set-up well for enjoying one of their many hot or cold beverages. Set-up for lounging with friends. We ordered a savory and dessert crepe. The savory is served with a choice of side, pasta, mixed fruit, or greek salad. The dish was priced well below $10. They provide flavored ice water containing lemon wedge and sliced cucumber. Nice touch and good flavor. The service was typical for a family owned business, with a young potential family member waiting on the tables. Which I don't mind, but with the slightly upscale feel of the decor it feels like the server should be more refined. Overall a positive experience, good value for your buck, and I will go back.
(4)Jason G.
Extensive list of Crepes with a global flavor. Plenty to choose from, both sweet and savory. I had the Barcelona and highly recommend it. Friendly staff and prompt service as well.
(5)Lisa A.
The decor is awesome. Service is ok. I miss the one in fairway though :( This location is soooo much better than the one in San Leandro. I usually order the super crepe with bacon instead of ham. Their sandwiches and smoothies are dope too. Cute little date spot =) I will be back.
(4)Yang N.
Went there for Saturday brunch with my friend and sat right by the window, hoping for a relaxing and quiet catchup time. Unfortunately, the owner decided that Saturday and specifically in the morning would be the most ideal time to do the cleaning for their signs. What could have been a quiet relaxing brunch was destroy by loud machine noises and workers yelling back and forth. Well, that was bad judgment of the owner and only temporary. Moving on to the food, once again, not a big fan of crepes and wasnt really that hungry. Ordered the classic crepes with chicken, spinach, and fetta while my friend ordered the bacon and avocado. I didnt really eat mine and brought most of it home (bf ate it and apparently loved it, there for the 3 stars). I do believe they are a little heavy on the pesto sauce, which makes the meal quite dense, but if you want to cut your calories, you could probably let them know in advance that you want to hold it on the PESTO. They have the buy 2 and get 1 coupon but didnt really give us till afterward, I bet if you are a regular or even if you are new and ask them for it up front, they'll probably give it to you and you could use that to buy a dessert crepes for free. Nice service, everyone that worked there seemed really nice. Oh, I also ordered their smoothie, the berry balance, not a really big fan of it, it was a little too sweet for my taste.
(3)Gladys B.
I've been going to this place for almost 2 years. My favorite crepes are the Classic (chicken, pesto, mushrooms, spinach, and substitute feta instead of mozzarella) and the Mocha Cha Cha (mocha cake, nutella, vanilla ice cream). My mouth is watering just typing this review. Food: They have a lot of variety (some of the crepe combos you won't see elsewhere), but are pretty consistent. I like that you can have a side of salad, soup, pasta, veggies, or fruit with the savory crepes. Ambiance: Decor is cute; definitely a much nicer place than it may seem from the outside. The place is not that big but can accomodate large groups if you call ahead. Great place to meet up with friends, go on a date, or have brunch with family on the weekend. Service: I've been disappointed with the service lately. Not sure what happened but the past 2 times I've gone, they haven't been ready to serve when they are supposed to be open (9am). If you are open at 9am, should you be ready to serve customers then? Not sure if it's a staffing issue or what, but I hope it changes.
(4)Honey H.
Great atmosphere. Good crepes. They even had a few non-traditional crepes, including a corn crepe that was surprisingly very delicious!
(5)Jasmin Q.
Fave creperie, calm and cozy place good for a nice catching up with friends. Staff are friendly. Food is good they have a huge selection of crepes every crepe that I've had here is always on point!
(5)Allen J.
Looks like I came here for the wrong thing. Got a smoothie, such was pretty good. The place is nice and quiet, and their bathroom is super nice. Anyway, I'll have to come back and try a crepe and update this review.
(3)Mitch d.
Came here for my late lunch break. Ordered to go and was hoping to get my food then bounce out. Took awhile, decided I wouldn't have time to hit up the store before work. Changed my order to for here. Took about 40 minutes. I got the romotonga 2001 and a pear smoothie. Crepe was tasteless and the savory mushroom sauce was no where near savory. Waitress gave me a pitcher with water... Didn't bring out a glass til after I was eating... Ridiculous. When I paid for my bill I had to tell her how much the food I ordered was... Ridonculous. Don't go here unless you have a year of your life to waste.
(1)Surge C.
*Salivating* I have been here twice and both times I have had an exceptional crepe experience. The first time I came I got a mango crepe, which was drizzled with orange sauce- it was pretty yummy in spite of its simplicity. This past weekend, my girlfriends and I decided to come here and get savory crepes and a dessert crepe to share. I ordered the Super Scrambled crepe and substituted the ham with avocado (veggie life!). The crepe came with scrambled eggs, mozzarella, tomato and avocado. I should have opted for a side of Greek salad instead of fruit since I only got 4 pieced of fruit. My friend who ordered her crepe with a side of Greek salad had a heaping portion of it and couldn't stop telling me how yummy the salad was! My only complaint about my crepe is that it had way too much cheese. For the dessert crepe, we decided on the I-Blueberry, which came with blueberries and cheesecake pieces. It was drizzled with chocolate mocha sauce and had whipped cream and chocolate chip ice cream on the side. Best.Dessert.Crepe.Ever. Thank goodness this place is located next to 24 hour...looks like I will be making back to back stops at both places for a while.
(4)Jacob E.
Came here a while back. Been wanting to go again. They have great creeps, both savory and sweet. The food was delicious.
(4)No N.
Long wait but totally worth it. Best crepes I had in a long time. Ordered the House Special and added mozzarella cheese. Nutella and strawberry crepe as dessert. Awesome!!
(5)Su L.
Food looked good, the presentation was good, the ingredients were fresh, and flavor was great. We got a carafe of water with cucumber and citrus fruits in it, which was nice and unexpected. The service staff was really friendly and pleasant, and the ambience was clean, and relaxing. I had a buffalo crepe and my girlfriend had an avocado bacon crepe, both were delicious. Both also came with a choice of sides. We had the fruit cup and the Greek salad, both were high quality, unlike the "free" sides you sometimes get elsewhere, which also taste "free". We also had a strawberry banana smoothie with mango juice, which was a pretty good portion at 24oz, but the flavor was so so. I thought I tasted guava juice, but I'm not sure. Our server did forget about our smoothie, but that was corrected immediately, and she did stop by a couple times to make sure everything was OK. When ordering our food, we also had ordered a dessert crepe for after, which also was forgotten, but it was also immediately brought out after a reminder. Overall, the experience was great except for the serving staff being a little off with the timing. I would definitely come again, but just maybe not for a meal in a hurry.
(5)Ben F.
Ordered to-go on a saturday. They had many crepe selections that it was really hard to choose from, all looked really good! I ended up going with the California Fresh sandwich - I really enjoyed the sprouts they put in it. Pricing was cheap, food tasted great and I would definitely come back again!
(4)Angela M.
I have been a great fan of this cafe and in the past have enjoyed the food. However today I was shocked to be told that they do not allow guide dogs for the blind in the cafe. I have taken several working guide dogs in to this cafe before with no problems but today I was turned away. The manager needs to google A.D.A. and get her act together. I will not be going back to a place that discriminates against people with disabilities
(1)Maggie L.
This has a better decor and atmosphere than Le Moose. I love having a crepe brunch while the sun streams through the gauzy white curtains on a weekend morning. It just feels so much more comfortable with the plush chairs and coordinating colors. In comparison. Le Moose feels like a purple jail with no light. The food is similar, as is the pricing although the crepes are slightly smaller here. My fiance prefers the other restaurant while I prefer this one. Come on a sunny day!
(4)Brandy A.
I tried this place last Friday. I went with my aunt for a quick lunch. I don't really like crepes but I wanted to give this place a try since they make savory crepes and not just dessert ones. I ordered the Bangkok and the pasta salad and my aunt ordered the Scandinavian (I think that was the name???) with fruit. When I saw them in the plate they were huge! It almost looked unappetizing. But I tried it and I was so surprised by how good it was! Both were absolutely delicious. The crepes were perfect and not thick like I've had. We didn't even get full. Then we ordered dessert which was the strawberry cheesecake crepe. That was REALLY good. 5/5 will go here again.
(5)Rohini M.
UPDATED REVIEW: Something has changed about this place. They are always out of one sauce or another. Sometimes it's chocolate sauce, raspberry sauce or even zucchini. I mean the place is right next to Raley's - how hard it is to get the missing ingredient on weekend when you know that most people would come for brunch / breakfast ?? Bad planning .. Also the crepes tend to be on sloppier side , not so good and sometimes way too sweet due to ratio of ingredients. Friend of mine also had a lipstick stain on her coffee cup during her first visit to this place. And they give 1 stirrer when we order 2 coffees -seriously ? Are we supposed to share a stirrer ? The other day I got a "straw" as a stirrer - was that a joke ? I don't rate this place as 5 star anymore and will look for better options for crepes near Fremont. Posting a pic of recent "pinkberry" crepe I ordered. I m sure I can make a better crepe than this at home :(((( Old review : Best crepes..!! Place is super nice , I would definitely come back with friends.. Food is awesome ..
(2)Rachelle R.
My sister took my mom and I here for a girls night out for Mothers Day on Friday night and we had such a great time! The decor is really cute and by cute I mean, perfect for a eharmony/match.com/Christian mingle date. We ordered 3 savory type crepes and 2 dessert crepes. My mom and sister enjoyed their champagne cocktails. I don't remember the name of all of the crepes but I think we had: -Bangkok something (red curry & rice) yum. -Barcelona something (chicken. Tomato. Feta.) it was ok-- -crab. Rice. Egg. Hot sauce crepe. It was ok but I wouldn't order it again. Dessert crepe: -lala loo loo : multi-stacked crepe with different toppings served with ice cream. This was delicious but the crepes seemed more like mini pancakes which I'm not complaining about. - expresso brownie cake: this is probably my favorite. If u like brownies with walnuts and chocolate drizzle with ice cream this is for you. In a nutshell, I loved this place. It wasn't crowded, the food was good, the setting was sweet. Oh! The bathroom is so clean and adorable too! They even have rolled cloth hand towels in a cute basket for you to dry your hands with. I see you Frodo cafe. If you want to go to a place that had a little something for everyone, check it out.
(4)Jason K.
Was looking for something different while on a job in Fremont. Stumbled on this little gem on Yelp. Kind of a random decor, but the food was really good and solid both savory and dessert crepes.
(4)A C.
I have been here a few times and I do like it a lot I usually get a sandwich from them and try to switch it up every time I go. Last time I I got a seafood crepe and it was delicious. Good atmosphere great service
(3)Amanda S.
Great food! Nice place! I would highly recommend this cafe.
(4)Enrique G.
I love this place. Today is my second time this week. Today I am happier. I ordered the classic (per the staff recomendation) and it is great. I shared it with my girlfriend and then we ordered a couple more sweet ones. The lemon cheesecake crepe is awesome. Try it!! I loved it :) Everything is fresh. Definitely come and try the place :)
(5)Wendy L.
Wanna try exotic tasting crepes? Frodo Joe's in Fremont is a must try then! My first time here was with my sister & brother in law. We each ordered a different crepe from the "Petit Experience" menu since it sounded different from your usual crepes: -My brother in law ordered the Barcelona 2000 (combo meat, mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, mushrooms, and tomato sauce) -My sister ordered the U.S.A 98 (combo meat, sausage, mozzarella, feta cheese, cheese, mushrooms, roasted garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes) -I ordered the Aix-En-Provence 2004 (dessert & savory crepe: seafood, crab, shrimp, with white creamy mushroom sauce; plain crepe with lemon butter sauce) When our food came out, we each split all of the crepes into thirds so that we can try a little bit of each. And wooow, it was soo delicious that we couldn't decide which one we loved more. They each had their own unique amazing taste. I came back a few more times after this trip. I was a little disappointed in my last visit though since they ran out of shrimp, but overall, still really great food & service. Oh, and the ambience of the place is really nice too. This is definitely a place to try if you're in Fremont! :)
(5)JeeSoo L.
Was super hungry in the morning and needed a quick bite to eat before heading to work. I was feeling something different from standard breakfast food (bagel, eggs and bacon, etc) so I decided to visit this place instead. OMG I am so happy to have come here! So many options for crepes! I just closed my eyes and pointed at somewhere random on the menu and I got the shrimp pesto crepe. You get many different options for the sides but I got some pasta, aw yes. And the water! They give you water with slices of fruit and veggies inside! Never knew water could actually taste good.
(5)V K.
An adult version of the Frodo Joe's in San Lorenzo - an extended menu and alcoholic beverages. Portions are a little a little smaller, but the table service, ambiance and thoughtful decor somehow make up for it. Usually, the Avo Bacon is the family fave, but I decided to try the Singapore 03(?) and it was okay, but the kicker was this little unassuming dollop hot chili sauce, I thought was just a decoration...wrong! All of the flavor was in this little itty bitty schmear of a sauce. The crepe was okay, wasn't the greatest, but it was creative - there were some shells in the crap, but that's not an easy ingredient to work with anyway. Peach Bellini was fun, bloody mary was a little watered, but still good overall.
(5)Kelly R.
This place is amazing. It is kind of hidden so you might not even see it . However, once you are inside it's amazing! The ambiance is awesome; perfect for a date night or a meeting with friends. The crepes: AMAZING. The first time we came we got really simple and basic crepes but since then we've been experimenting and wow there are some of the most amazing and flavorful crepes ever. My favorite is Brazil 2003. They also have fantastic smoothies! I like the Peach Party. The dessert crepes are also amazing (if you even have room for dessert). Yes, the service is a little slow, but the girls who work there do their very best to provide you with the best service. I definitely recommend it!
(5)Michelle S.
Hands down the most delicious sandwiches and crepes! The vibe of this place just polished off its excellence. Great service, good vibes and great food. Can you ask for more?! The portions are fairly large too! I'll be back!
(5)Gus C.
they fake af. I was craving some crepes and I was in the area so I was like hey why not go here. it was 8:40. EIGHT FORTY. I walked in and this lady chased me out. for why?! like u close at 9 chill. never coming back. 0 stars. smh. unbelievable fam what typa whack business is this
(1)Jacqueline K.
I've been to this place probably almost 10 times with my mom, and I always enjoy my meal every time. It's a cute place to go for brunch, with a classy ambiance. Even the bathroom is fancy and has hand towels. I have yet to try their mimosas/sangrias but they are pretty cheap, ~$6 I think. I usually order the bacon avocado mozzarella crepe with spinach and it's always consistently good. Honestly I like all of those ingredients so it's really hard to go wrong. They're pretty generous with the portions as well, such as adding extra bacon on my crepe. I can usually finish the crepe and side (usually I get fruit or salad) and feel pretty satisfied, but not stuffed. I like the espresso here as well. The iced latte is HUGE, probably like 20 oz including ice, and I usually take the rest to-go. Even the water is cute and has mint and fruit infused in it.
(4)Julie T.
Surprised by what this little cafe dishes out... They made a mean cappuccino! It was the perfect amount of foam that lingered till the last sip and an aroma of coffee that was strong enough to wake me up from a groggy morning. Now the crepe... I ordered the "Classic" which was recommended by the waitress - she said it's the most popular so I couldn't pass that up! It was a savory crepe filled with mushrooms, spinach, chicken and mozzarella. It looked quite small (my greediness speaking), but it hit the spot. I was hoping to get red sauce on the crepe, but it came with a small topping of pesto - which ended up being delish anyway. It also came with a side salad (you can choose from pasta, salad, fruit, or soup... they ran out of soup during my day). Overall, I'm so glad I chose the "Classic" - it was a refreshing brunch. The cafe was clean and filled with locals by the late afternoon. I'd definitely want to try more flavors next time.
(4)Michelle B.
This is somewhere between 3 and 3.5 more on the 3.5 side. This place has a nice ambiance feel to it. I have been here before and tried a dessert crepe. I cannot remember which one it was, but this time I decided I would try one of their many savory crepes. I had the Shrimp Bacon Crepe, one of the special crepes with a side of fresh fruit. I was slightly disappointed when I saw the amount of fruit I received, just three slices. The picture had shown a cup and that was what I thought I was going to get. Aside from that the crepe itself was good. The shrimp I thought was going to be slightly big shrimp pieces, but they were super tiny baby shrimp, but a plentiful amount of them. The bacon was cooked well. However, towards the end it got a little dry it could have used more sauce. Overall a good meal for lunch.
(3)Sandy T.
I was pleasantly surprised by this place, cute decor and my food was super good and decently priced. They do their crepes well. This was a great spot for lunch during the work week. Service can be a little slow in general though from being seated, acknowledged, to getting your order and check.
(4)Kavya T.
Despite its name, the cafe is not too petite. It's pretty spacious. And I've been here a couple of times and it's a great crepe place with an awesome, calm feel to it with all the pebble decorations and buddhas. The dessert crepes are great! Savory ones were okay.
(4)Andrew M.
Always have seen this place when I drive by, but never went in. Finally today I was craving crepes, and this place popped up. So gave it a try. Came in and it was quiet, only 5 other groups, which meant quick service. Stephanie (sorry if I misspelled your name) was our waitress and she was really friendly, and quick to help us out. We got the LA LA Loo Loo crepe, and it was awesome! We substituted raspberry sauce for Carmel and it was the best choice! I loved the atmosphere, staff was friendly and the food was great. Will definitely come back for more crepes!
(5)Maggie G.
Stopped by for a quick lunch few days ago and I'm craving it again already! I got the Californian (turkey, avocado & tomatoes) with greek salad ($7.95) perfect combination of everything, I would ask for more pesto sauce on the side. Bf ordered the bacon avocado & mozzarella which was delicious as well, though it was more dry and did get heavy towards the end - hence a sauce on the side would have been great. wish they had a special for two so that we can get a small dessert crêpe, otherwise it's kind of pricey and portions are pretty big.
(4)Audrey L.
Frodo Joe's Petit Cafe has delicious crepes!! I was happy to find this place in Fremont and my parents and I really enjoyed our selections! I had the spicy vegetarian crepe, my mom had the Hawaiian crepe, and my dad had the seafood crepe. Very reasonable prices (crepes between $8-$10) and they all come with a side dish choice too. Delicious!! I will def be back. They also have a lounge area w/ sofas, and they have a great espresso bar too.
(5)June Y.
One of the best savory crepes I've had EVER. Frodo's crepes are different from the usual, thicker, more doughy crepes that I'm used to; theirs are thin, crisp, crunchy, & delicious! Serving size is just right for me but the crepes are a little on the smaller side compared to ones served at other creperies (Crepevine, Crepes-a-go-go). But what they're lacking in size, they make up for in flavor and filling! I ordered the Veggie Spicy Crepe ($7.95) which had sun-dried tomatos, pineapples, mushrooms, mozzarella cheese & "spicy" pesto sauce plus a side of fruit. I don't like pineapples so I had that taken out and I have spicy in quotes because I didn't think the crepe was spicy at all (but I'm a spicy eater & have pretty high standards). The crepe was so delicious-it had just the right amount of pesto sauce and filling which worked perfectly with the slight tarty taste of the sun dried tomatoes. I HATE soggy crepes and I really dislike it when restaurants drench the crepes in sauce to the point that your food resembles soggy cereals. I'm glad that Frodo's doesn't drown their crepes in sauce and instead fills your crepe with a delicate blend of sauce and filling :) s3-media1.ak.yelpcdn.com… Service was great, food was delightful, and I will definitely go back to try some of their other crepes :D It's also SUPER close to Fremont Bart so it's a convenient place for commuters to grab lunch or dinner!
(4)Ron R.
Great crepes and within a nice little hang out cafe! They have a long list of savory, veggie, and dessert crepes that make you wanna try them all. They also have Special crepes like the: Caravan Crepe w/ Italian sausage, sun-dried tomatoes, pepperoncini, spinach, mushrooms, olives, and feta cheese. Shrimp Bacon Crepe - Shrimp, bacon, zucchini, and Mozzarella cheese with creamy pasta sauce. Mongolian Crepe - Roast beef, rice, corn, broccoli, and bell pepper, with Mongolian sauce. E San (Thailand) 90 - Roast beef, rice, broccoli, zucchini, and spicy kra-pao sauce. Good stuff I recommend trying. The dining area is really unique. A Thai theme that makes you just wanna relax; At least in the lounge area next to the kitchen. Even the bathroom gets 5 stars, clean with rolled up cloth towels. We seem to come when it hasn't been busy, so service has always been good. I'd say this would be a great second-third date (maybe a first) place to hang out.
(5)Selena L.
Very delicious savory and dessert crepes with fresh ingredients every time I visit. The staff are friendly and they always start you off with lemon orange infused ice water. Been there three times already and their crepe quality remains the same. Only suggestion I have is not to go there if you are super hungry, as the cooking time is a bit slow in my opinion. Yet I don't know if is because they don't want to lower the crepe quality that's why they will take extra time to prepare.
(5)Adele F.
puglyfe. Though the name and the mascot of this crepe & sandwich cafe are somewhat discordant, the dishes are tasty. This place leans toward thicker, doughier crepes over thin, crispy crepes, probably so that it can hold the fillings and toppings better. My friend ordered a savory and a sweet crepe, the first being the SEAFOOD DELIGHT with shrimp, crab, and mozzarella cheese, served with a side of pasta. $8.95 ( s3-media4.ak.yelpcdn.com… ). The tiny delicious shrimp and melted cheese were delicious. After he cleared that, he got the I-BERRY BLUEBERRY with cheesecake and blueberries over a chocolate mocha sauce, $7.95 ( s3-media3.ak.yelpcdn.com… ). The vanilla cheesecake layer isn't evenly distributed, with more in the middle than the outskirts, so you may have a crepe sans cheesecake if you cut small slivers off the sides before working your way in ( s3-media1.ak.yelpcdn.com… ). Oh, and they serve a scoop of ice cream on the side, mm. I opted for the MOCHA CHA-CHA CREPE with mocha cake and a caramel&mocha sauce, $7.95 ( s3-media3.ak.yelpcdn.com… ). This is essentially a crepe with a thick layer of brownie/fudge inside, topped with chunks of brownie/fudge, powdered sugar, sitting in a pool of diluted chocolate sauce ( s3-media2.ak.yelpcdn.com… ). On the side is a flourish of whipped cream and a scoop of chocolate chip ice cream, yum. Of the two dessert crepes, I thought the blueberry cheesecake was slightly better than the mocha cha-cha due to my affinity for ripe blueberries and rich cheesecake. Also,I didn't really like the flavor of the brownie/fudge, as it seemed to artificial for me. The dessert crepes get soggier faster because of the sauces, but the contrast between the blandness of the crepe and the sweetness of the filling is fantastic.
(4)Vicky N.
Went here late afternoon on a Thursday with my friend to try out their crepes. FYI alot of the meats used in their crepes are deli meats like turkey and chicken. If you are particular about your meats, I would definitely ask them before placing your order. We ordered the veggie spicy and Italian sausage crepe. There were only two other customers in the restaurant, yet service was extremely slow. Food took about 30min to come out. The spicy crepe which supposedly had spicy pesto was topped with a sauce that resembled sweet and sour sauce. Disgusting. It definitely was not pesto! The crepe was too thick and very soggy. :( Italian crepe was okay, nothing great. The sides we ordered: Greek salad and pasta salad were soooo dry! I don't think they put any dressing on either salad. We even ordered dessert to give them another try. Looloo lala looks better then it tasted. Crepes were as thick as pancakes! I'm not sure whether to laugh or cry because of how terrible the food tasted. Pretty disappointed by the place.. Not sure if they had new cooks back there or if it's just a bad day :/ I definitely would not recommend coming here if you are looking for thin, crispy crepes with quality ingredients. I prefer Le moose.
(2)Nelly Y.
Nice decor -Tiny portions but tasty -Really good chai latte -Customer service could be better -Dessert crepes are perfectly portioned and delicious -Overall, this place is alright. I'd rather go to Le Moose Cafe for tastier crepes and generous portions.
(3)Hailey O.
The crepes are great, but the service is horrible. You order and wait about 20-25 minutes for your food if it's busy or not. When I ordered to go, I had ordered specifically 15 min before I got there to make sure my order was ready to be picked up and paid for as soon as I walked in. Once I got there I paid and my order still wasn't done. I had to wait an extra 15 minutes. Safe to say, I was unhappy and late to work.
(2)Jamie V.
Yesterday I had lunch here and all new staff. Not sure if it's new ownership but it was the longest wait I have ever experienced there. This time the crepe was oily and before it wasn't like that. I ordered the same crepe as I have been each time. I was there at 12pm and finished at 1:30pm not cause I wanted to but just cause everything took forever. I am so use to having a quick meal and be on the go. Even to refill the water took so long.
(4)Ashika M.
Delicious crepes. It's always hard for me to decide what to have because if the variety they offer. The coffee is also really tasty. The staff is excellent. I wish I could remember our waitresses name, but she was great. They also have a nice and cozy atmosphered setting. I just wish they offered larger portions.
(4)Gaurang K.
Amazing veggie crepes. Love the spicy pesto and regular pesto. Ingredients are fresh and tasty.
(5)Steph V.
Crepe heaven. I've been here a few times for an occasion, to catch up with a friend and each time I had the same experience. Plentiful menu Sweet & savory choices, although portions are on the small end Fruit infused water Outdoor patio, gets full so try and snag a seat early Thick, creamy milkshake (chocolate banana was yummy) Bathroom, impeccable I knocked a star off for the pricing because my appetite needs more than just a few bites to satisfy my hunger. But, don't be swayed. This places has a delightful atmosphere that definitely leaves an impression.
(3)Elaine N.
What a cute little cozy cafe. Did not expect this place to feel so comfortable and homey. We ordered mixed berries and walnut apple cheesecake crepes. The crepe itself was not spectacular. Rather, it fell short of taste and texture. We also ordered their banana mocha freezer, felt like the woman that work their made it wrong. It was just very odd that it doesn't come out to be cold as emphasize "freezer". However, they made up with their friendly customer service. I admitted this place is just fun and nice to hang out. Very relaxing with all the lounging area and soothing music in the background. The decoration is nice too! I will give this place another try, this time I'll try their savory crepes!
(3)Rashmi P.
Yummy crepes !!! So light & flavorful. Must try banana & chocolate crepe. Also spinach , mushroom & cheese - super awesome. Very reasonably priced .
(5)Gurlene K.
Delicious crepes, way overpriced though. Service isn't very great either. Would want to keep coming but those two points need major working on. Nice interior decor too.
(3)Adelina G.
I've been here many times and today 3/12 will be my last. My order was taken at 11:40 and I sat for over an hour without my drink order even being brought out. I was so fed up, every single table was complaining. There was a lady who ordered togo after me who was at the register yelling about her long wait for her food. Two tables walked out, and finally after giving them over 65 minutes for my food, I was forced to walk out myself. The slowest service I have ever received in my life by far!
(1)Magas F.
This is my second time on the place. These crepes are like the ones in Paris. Thin and delicious :)
(5)Ya K.
The atmosphere is very nice, good for hanging out with friends! The crepes are decent, the portion is "healthy" for a girl--you are 80% full. Good if you want something light! However, if you are a guy or have a big appetite, I think this place will not satisfy you. The pricing are average to higher for crepes--I never understand why crepes are considered to be something expensive in the US. However I never try any drinks here. So no comment. I will only go when I need a place to hang out and eat something light.
(3)Maggie X.
This place has that little place on the corner sort of feel, but it's a cute, quaint small restaurant. The interior is nicely designed, with sofas and lounging chairs on one end and tables on the other. It does feel slightly cramped just because it's a small space with a lot of furniture crammed inside, but it doesn't seem to be overly crowded most of the time, so it's not really an issue. I really liked that their water comes in one of those old-fashioned glass bottles, and there are pieces of cucumber, strawberry, and citrus fruits floating around inside. That extra little touch is always nice. Thailand crepe (with sauce on the side) and fruit salad: ( yelp.com/biz_photos/frod… ) My friend was getting a sweet crepe, so I thought I'd try a savory one and balance it out. This came with beef, broccoli, zucchini, and a spicy sauce, which I asked for on the side. The waitress let me know that they were out of broccoli, so I substituted in sun-dried tomatoes. The crepe itself was cold and a little rubbery, which was not palatable. The vegetables seemed a little dry too, as if they'd been sitting out for too long. The rice was average, the beef was dry as well, and overall bland. Maybe it would've been better if the sauce had been on, but it looked oily and unappetizing as well, so I left it off. Even so, the not-so-fresh ingredients and overall preparation of the crepe did not impress me. The fruit salad on the side, which comprised of pineapple, honeydew, and cantaloupe, was fresh and juicy. I-Berry Blueberries Crepe: ( yelp.com/biz_photos/frod… ) This was significantly better than the savory crepe! The crepe itself was crispy and well-done; the texture was very near perfect, in my opinion. The actual cheesecake inside was a little heavy, but mixed in with the crispiness of the crepe, it was a great contrast of texture with every bite. The blueberries were fresh and sweetened by the mocha sauce, which didn't overwhelm the other ingredients. There's also a dollop of ice cream on the side, which I didn't try, but my friend said was pretty good. Based on my experience, I'd go back and give their sweet crepes another try, but stay away from the savory ones.
(3)Charrise L.
A three because I finally got a crepe with food inside. A three because the place had a sewer odor when I walked in. A three because I had to wrastle the owner for a refill of coffee(?). A three because the owner made me a crepe and the only thing inside was 2 pieces of bacon(dry), when I asked for extra pesto sauce. The owner seems out of touch with her customers.
(3)Charisse B.
Cutely decorated little place. Had a savory and sweet crepe here, and both were delicious. I would make another visit here when I'm in the area.
(4)Christina L.
Each time I come here, I'm more and more disappointed. The service is extremely slow and the portions are small (especially considering the long wait involved!). I had the House Special Veggie Crepe this time, and it hardly filled up half the plate. The fruit that came with the meal consisted of only 2 slices of strawberry, 1 slice of pineapple, 1 slice of cantaloupe, and 1 slice of honeydew - all small slices. The crepe itself was alright, but not worth the wait. The avocado was really good, but the rest was forgettable. Not planning to come back, I've gave this place plenty of chances.
(2)Nemo L.
Went there around 10:30am on Saturday morning. Only one other table was occupied when we got there, and by the time we left, there were no new customers coming in! I really don't like the feeling of eating in an empty restaurant. As far as the menu, I agree with the other Yelpers that they do have a wide selection. But it's not always a good thing. My BF ordered E san, a Thai Style savory crepe and I ordered La La Lou Lou, a dessert crepe. E san is basically some very spicy Asian fusion beef/rice stir-fry mixed in a crepe. It tasted weird and not fresh. The stir-fry itself is below par compared to average Thai restaurants. To make it worse, stir-fry just doesn't go with crepe! What a creative but bizarre combination. La La Lou Lou tastes ok, you can't go wrong with nutella+banana. But don't be fooled by the description, it says 5 layers of crepes but turns out to be 5 layers of small pancakes. What a disappointment! In the end, my BF got food poisoning. It must be caused by the E San, which was not fresh and/or under cooked. BTW, it's slightly on the pricey side, $9 for savory crepes and $8-$9 for dessert crepes.
(2)Debbie M.
Savory and sweet crepes, our party of four was very pleased. For lunch on a Saturday the restaurant was packed, we were surprised how quickly we still got served. The La La Loo Loo sweet crepe is a masterpiece.
(4)Megan W.
Very delicious crepes. I go here often for lunch and dessert. The only downside is the limited hours. Frodo Joes is so cute and cozy on the inside.
(4)Rina M.
Decent crepe/sandwich/drink selection but mediocre in terms of actual taste. This place is located in that complex with Raley's and 24 hour fitness right next door, pretty easy to find. The decor is simple and clean but the food is slightly underwhelming. I tried the Tuscany crepe which had tomatoes/pesto/mozzarella. The crepe itself was cooked well but the filling was nothing special and come to think of it, not very filling. Each dish comes with a side of Greek, pasta, or fruit salad. My friend got the chicken pesto sandwich and didn't have rave reviews about it, either. I recommend this place if you want a light, simple meal but don't expect anything incredible. PS- yeah, the drinks they serve are ginormous. A glass of sangria comes in its own carafe, not a bad deal for $6!
(3)MB H.
Quaint little cafe with casual atmosphere. Didn't see any high chairs though for my little one. We ordered the Santa Fe crepe and the La La Lo Lo crepe. The food was fantastic. Side salad was very fresh. Our favorite was the La La Lo Lo crepe with towering strawberries, bananas, whip cream, and ice cream! I don't like sweets but it was mouth watering.
(5)Christina U.
Went for the first time todY for lunch. Been wanting go try since it's super close to my house . It's a cute space,Nicely decorated. Our food came out fast and it's clean there. I ordered the Classic crepe with chicken mushroom spinach and cheese. Super good. I didn't want to finish it all because I wanted to save room for dessert. My friend didn't like her turkey & avocado crepe. She says she's had way better from Crepevine in Palo Alto. Our dessert was the espresso brownie with Nutella and bananas . It was extremely delicious. HOWEVER, they didn't have noted anywhere that the brownie would have walnuts. My friend is allergic! Luckily she caught it before she ate it. I was upset because people can be allergic to these things and it wasn't clear on their menu. Other than that, would only come for their dessert and if I don't want to drive far. The service wasn't great. Had to call for their attention a few times and the restaurant wasn't even busy. Major dock off that.
(3)April S.
I have SO much to say about this place, so be prepared. Came here with the BF and a good friend of ours to eat some crepes! I've been to the San Lorenzo location before (but I found out there's different owners.) I didn't expect the decor and setting to be so nice at this location, but it was! I fell in love as soon as we walked in. My BF and I continued to order our Strawberry and Nutella crepe, with a glass of milk. The lady taking our order seemed so unhappy. We didn't feel very welcome. But hey, everyone has their bad days right? When the girl brought out our crepes she didn't really interact much. Just kinda dropped the plates and left. I tried talking to her but, she wasn't interested at all. YUCKIEST part: The milk my BF ordered tasted sour. YES Sour. I went up to the lady and told her, she looked at me like I was crazy and didn't believe me. Why would I lie about that? But, she gave me the 2 dollars back which was nice. But I could hear her and the other worker whispering in the back about how they think we were lying. RIDICULOUS customer service. OH and after reading those reviews about the band-aid some people found in their crepes..... I'm DEFINITELY not coming back here.
(1)Decy J.
Came here today with my family, we seat ourselves cause no one greeted us, we had to leave,because we've asked for waters twice , the waiter never brought it, we tried to get her attention 3rd times she basically just ignored us.this place always have different waiter when we come here, but the one tonight, is just plain rude, unfriendly, no customer service skills. Too bad cause we'll always come here for crepes, even though their portions are smaller than other places.not family friendly place.
(1)Allie A.
This is my 2nd time eating here. And it's such a cute place to eat. I'd give it five stars, but the service was really slow.... For no reason. There were only four parties in the restaurant in the middle of the day. But it took forever for our waitress to take our orders, bring us our food, and give us our bill. She actually didn't even give us the bill, my friend & I actually had to get up and ask the guy washing the dishes up front to help us pay the bill. Maybe they were short staffed, or our waitress was just having an off day. Who knows! I won't hold the slow service against them. Overall it's a nice place. My only request is that they add lemonade to the menu.. lol!
(4)Ryan D.
This place is nice, but the specialty crepe was a little small for $8. Sister-in-law ordered a desert crepe - something I will try when I come back. Prompt and polite service, gorgeous wall-to-wall and the bathroom is very clean.
(3)Clarissa R.
Now easier to find because their sign says "Le Petit Cafe," not Juice Zone! The crepes are still excellent, both savory and sweet, and it's getting really busy at lunchtime. Try the one with chicken, feta, and cashews--I know it sounds strange, but it's incredibly delicious as a combination. (All I want to make this place perfect is more comfortable chairs and a butter & sugar crepe on the menu ... and wifi.)
(4)sheila s.
I didn't even order the food!!! I walked in here on a quiet Saturday afternoon and the women at the counter glared at me. It was my first time there so I was trying to get my barings and figure out if it was coffee house-ish...or more resturant-y. She made me feel so unwelcome...I couldn't walk out fast enough. So sad...I was so excited to see something different in Fremont.
(1)Santosh G.
Yummmyy Yummy crepes. The best crepes I ever had in entire bay area. Crepes are so tasteful and soft. Lot of options to choose from. Decent interior, decent staff, decent ambience and excellent crepes!!! I will not end up leaving without a minimum order of 2-3 different crepes. Hightly recommeded for crepes lovers (they go NUTS !!!)and who wants to have best crepes.
(5)Mj J.
This place is clean, nice ambiance but the service is quiet complicated. Overall is a good place to relax and have a cup of hot tea with your meal. Love this place. I like the ambiance and as well as the setup of the place. It's lovely and discreet. ;)
(5)Maria K.
I was driving from the city to Napa when a crepe craving hit and luckily this place was close to the freeway to save the day. They have a selection of the more standard flavors, but also some variations influenced by world travels. I thought that was a very interesting and unique idea for moving from beyond the standard crepe flavors. I really enjoyed my bacon avocado crepe and also tried bites of the banana and chocolate. For a place that mainly serves a more casual crepe, I was very impressed with the class level of the decor. They have an assortment of more comfy bench seating, more typical table and chairs and plenty of worldly inspired pictures and accessories. Super classy indeed. I am happy that Frodo Joe's was part of my weekend adventure to Napa and can't wait until I am back to try more of their crepe flavors!
(4)Anjelica C.
we enjoy coming here every so often. i always have to read through the entire menu before ordering because the items have such slight differences between them and i forget which one i like. all the savory crepes come with pesto sauce on top. they have some pretty random crepes on the menu but i usually stick to the typical chicken/cheese/veggies ones. service can often be slow as they usually only have 1 person serving and 1 person cooking. but they're friendly, so if you're not in a rush, it's not a big deal. just tried their thai tea last time and it was great!
(4)Rick G.
No gluten free options and no WiFi. Never been to a cafe with no WiFi.
(1)Ralph F.
Slow Service. Especially during Lunch! Visited for the first time around 1:30pm on a weekday. It appeared the Lunch Rush had died down (4 customers seated). The ambience is nice but you can't tell if they are going to seat you or not. After a minute of standing by the first table, I decided to seat myself since nobody acknowledged me. They seemed Understaffed and it showed (1 waitress and 1 cook). It only took 7 few minutes for her to bring me a menu, take my order and bring me water. But it took 30 minutes for me to get my crepe. And after driving there, finding parking and being helped, there was hardly time for me to eat! The menu has several options and is far from your typical creperie. I loved the personal Carafe of ice water they brought me with a slice orange and cucumber in it. I ordered the Chicken Cashew Crepe (with Greek Salad) because it had Feta Cheese in it and was underwhelmed. The chicken, feta and pesto all give it a Mediterranean taste, which I craved, but the cashews threw the whole thing off (seemed too Asian for this combination). I would have much rather preferred some spinach or tomatoes in place of the cashews. The salad on the other hand was just right. Contrary to one another reviewer said, the crepe and salad were more than filling. The cashews made it more filling and there were way too many so I picked out some of them. While i ate I noticed 3 of the customers ahead of me all go to the register to pay so I assumed that they don't bring you the bill. After finishing my lunch I got up to pay and the cook asked if I needed something and said they'd bring me the bill. So I sat and waited for the waitress to get to me. After spending nearly my entire lunch hour there, I didn't have time to wait for her to run my credit card so I had no choice but to pay cash and include the tip. I probably won't be back during my lunch hour unless I know I have more than an hour to kill. The next time I'm craving crepes I'll probably try the Seafood or Classic Crepe and hope that they have more than just 2 staff members working.
(3)Cecile K.
The food and drinks are delicious, but the service could use some work. I came in around 11am to grab a quick bite, but it nearly took what felt like 35-40 mins for the food to come out. All my friends and I had ordered were 1) shrimp pesto crêpe, Tuscany crêpe, and a tuna avocado sandwich. Don't get me wrong, the employees are really friendly but I do believe they need another food preparer, especially when it's peak times. Other than the service, the ambiance is really cozy and tidy. For those of you first timers, it really doesn't hurt to give this place a try. I have no doubt you'll like the food!
(3)Debora S.
Amazing crepes! Look beautifully presented and taste wonderful, both savory & sweet styles. Salads are great too!
(4)Minty O.
Delicious crepes! I meet my business partners here for our monthly meeting and the crepes are awesome. Nice decor, too. We had savory crepes and shared a dessert crepe. Yum! Eat here! :)
(4)Ivonnie S.
The first thing I noticed was the beautiful decorations! The environment inside the cafe is really pleasant, good for conversations over drinks and snacks (or a meal). In terms of food, they have crepes and sandwiches - not much else. There are the more typical crepes (pesto chicken, breakfast crepe with eggs and ham and such, etc.); then there are the special crepes (such as Shrimp Bacon Crepe, which I tried recently); and the Around the World crepes (with crepes from a variety of places around the world, such as Thailand and Italy.) Maybe it's just the way the menu is, but although the concept of Around the World crepes was appealing, after reading the descriptions for each crepe, I wasn't very interested. M did try one of the new crepes though, the Tom Yum Crepe. - Tom Yum Crepe: filled with shrimp (the very very small kind), chicken, and LOTS of fluffy rice; served in a pool of tom yum sauce. The sauce was barely spicy and not very flavorful, and there was NOT enough of it! Too much rice as well. Overall, the crepe was a bit dry and bland. - Shrimp Bacon Crepe: more of the super-small shrimp, plus cheese and zucchini; and pesto and strips of bacon on top. This had a lot more flavor than the Tom Yum Crepe (probably because of the cheese, bacon and pesto, which are all pretty flavorful naturally), and it wasn't so dry. I liked this one much more. Overall: great ambience, good service, mediocre food. I'll probably be back to try a dessert crepe sometime, but I think I still prefer Le Moose Crepe Cafe's savory crepe (plus Le Moose has more variety! Lots of Thai food nomnom)
(3)Melita A.
I love the food here. I recommend the California and their pasta salad is delicious! The service is slow.
(4)Mary C.
Today new people. Always been a bit slow, but this is ridiculously slow. Very disappointed. Chai Tea is hot and very good as we wait.. what is the owner thinking? One new waitress and a new cook.....
(2)Tiffany Michelle L.
I came here to meet up a friend to borrow a book called Habits, from a former classmate, I hadn't seen since I graduated. This cafe is located right next to the Paseo Padre 24 hour fitness, and the Sweet Tomatoes restaurant. I ordered a mocha it was nice - strong, and smooth. A great pick me up, since I just worked out in a Zumba class at the 24 Hour Fitness gym, before that earlier in the day - I had went to work. It was a nice relaxing atmosphere, with coffee tables and couches. There are also regular table seating as well. So, we ended up talking for a few hours, and said good bye. The service was very kind and helpful, because initally we didn't order anything. We only had water to drink, we sat there so long that we got a refill on water lol. They were so kind, they were not rude and didn't pressure us to order anything. We didn't order anything until 15 minutes before they closed! I didn't want to ruin the effects my workout, so I didn't order a crepe. I did see them making crepes and those looked delicious, but I wasn't tempted enough.
(4)Stephanie T.
My son and I have included Frodo Joes in our weekly weekend routine. We always come here for brunch and sit in the same corner spot under the beautiful buddha hanging on their stone brick wall. The atmosphere is relaxing and I always leave feeling satisfied and happy. I always order the classic and my son creates his own crepe. He LOVES their fruit, as it is incredibly fresh! I am in love with their pasta salad with goat cheese. Their mochas are always a great pick me up. The staff is very attentive and sweet. The restaurant is always clean. I LOVE that they bring you water in a glass jug with a slice of cucumber, lemon and an orange in it. Keep up the great work!
(5)Jen H.
3.5 solid stars for the food. Extra 0.5 star for the ambiance and decor. A friend from NYC came to visit us. We decided to meet here. The crepes were okay. We ordered 3 total crepes. 2 savory and 1 sweet. There was a wide range of crepes. Nothing special.
(4)Binnie C.
Mind blown by how bad the service was. Four of us came in for a late lunch. There were only four other tables seated. It took us an hour to get our food. Yes, the crepes are good. Worth an hour wait? Not really. For some reason, my five year old (who ordered a super easy berry crepe) was served last instead of first - you know, like most restaurants do. Luckily, she's more patient than I. Not so luckily, when I took her to the bathroom, her plate was cleared. Without asking. We came back and it was gone. The other people we were with were talking and hadn't even noticed anyone came by and took a nearly full plate of food away. From my kid. So. Rude. I won't be back. If you have children, definitely skip this place.
(1)Erasmo A.
One of the best Crepes I ever had and incredibly cheap. It's so great to have a place like this, and not a chain, in my neighborhood.
(5)Bernadette P.
Love coming here. This is by far one of my comfort foods. I walk in and always greeted so kindly. I come here so much, the waitress (I need to get her name, very tall and petite) just asks me, "The usual?" and it always comes out perfect! I always order the cheesy spinach with the Greek salad no feta, add bacon and the spicy pesto on the side. So good! And it's enough to keep you full and not over stuffed.
(5)tawny w.
I tried their chocolate crepe. Pretty good and decently priced. Comes with a scoop of vanilla ice cream which is a plus! My friends ordered savory crepes paired with salads. I had a bite of the seafood crepe and I'm glad I got my chocolate crepe! You can tell the seafood is the frozen kind and the shrimps were tiny! I'd probably come back for a desert crepe, but definitely not for a savory one..
(2)Samantha S.
Very pleasantly surprised by this tiny little place in Fremont. Don't let the drab generic strip mall exterior fool you. The interior is very nice and welcoming. The bathroom was very clean (always a big plus). We got the spicy veggie crepe and the Santa Cruz 91 crepe. We were shocked at how amazingly tasty they were. These were by far the best crepes we've ever had. I really wish these folks were in downtown Mountain View instead of the Crepevine! These folks make crepes that far surpass anything I've ever tasted at Crepevine! We both liked the spicy veggie crepe the best. The Santa Cruz 91 crepe was very tasty, but you really need to be a garlic and feta fanatic to love this crepe. There were about 10 FULL CLOVES of roasted garlic in the Santa Cruz Crepe, which is fabulous for garlic lovers! Be wary if you're not trying to ward away vampires for the next year! But the garlic gloves were roasted and delicious! There was a TON of feta cheese also, which was delicious, but a bit much. I was hoping for more veggies and a bit less cheese. But, still very tasty. The spicy veggie crepe was just unbelievably spectacular. The pesto plus spice plus the tang of the pineapple was just a completely new taste combo that worked really well together. There were SO many options to choose from including many vegetarian options, so we were impressed by the variety. It was difficult to decide. We wanted to try a sweet crepe, but the main dishes were big enough that we decided to go back to try the sweet options. We definitely plan to go back to try out the other savory crepes too! As others have said, the service was ok. We went at a low-traffic time, so the wait was very short. But, the staff could have been a lot more friendly and welcoming. It was quite obvious that they didn't want to be there. But, they were nice and friendly enough. It would have been nice had they come to our table more often rather than us trying to track them down. But, it was ok because there were only 3 tables filled when we were there. Highly recommended!
(5)Leslie P.
Six friends & I came here on a Sunday for lunch. The wait for aseat was about 10 minutes. I ordered the Mozzarella & Avocado crepe and added tomatoes and spinach. My crepe was filled with mushrooms, tomatoes, spinach and melted mozzarella cheese. It was topped with a few slices of avocado, a slice of tomato and drizzle of pesto sauce. I enjoyed my veggie crepe, but it wasn't the best crepe ever. I'd say for Fremont, Le Moose is better. The pesto sauce did not contain nuts at all, which I find weird because that's what pesto is...basil, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil and cheese. Two waitresses confirmed that there were no nuts in it. They should really call it something else then. The service was quite slow. There was a long wait them for our orders to be taken, for our food to arrive, and for them to take our money after the bill came! Luckily, my friends and I haven't gotten together in a really long time, so it was just good catching up during those down times.
(3)Nataliya V.
My first 1 star review seriously( We wanted to try this place so bad, but when we came here today around 4pm it was closed (waitress told us it was even though we saw people eating inside...). And yelp says it's open until 9pm. Update your info please and hire nicer stuff! If it would be minus star I would give it to this place. Wasted so much time(
(1)Janice T.
Party of three went on a weeknight. We were seated right away. I informed our server that we we had a movie to catch in 45 minutes so we needed to order right away. We ordered two seafood crepes and a banana nutella crepe. When our server repeated our order, she said strawberry crepe instead of banana, so I corrected her. Something must have been lost in translation because we ended up with a strawberry banana crepe. No big deal. Anyway, I loved the ambiance. It was cozy and elegantly casual. I think it is a nice and affordable date place. However, I personally thought the food was just average. The seafood crepe was not as savory as I wanted it to be; I found it a bit dry. The strawberry banana crepe was nothing great either. They could have been more generous with their filling. If it were my first time to eat at a creperie (and didn't know better), I would have given this place a 4-5 star rating. I wouldn't mind giving this place another try though. Maybe I'll just order something different next time. And I'll make sure to not be in a hurry so I can truly enjoy the experience.
(3)Belinda T.
Hmmm... a convenient crepe place with delicious looking pictures located.... right next tot he gym.. alright i'm sold. I had to stop here at least once after the gym. So we walk in... and I guess it's a seat yourself situation because there was no hostess. We find a table to accommodate the 5 of us and it only takes about 5 minutes or so to get us our menus... However, after that it was some time before we saw a server again to take our orders and even longer to get our food minus stars for that. We ordered a berry smoothie (which tasted delicious after a workout), a marshmallow mocha, and they conveniently placed a karaf of water that had a slice of orange, lemon, and cucumber on our table. We went with the California sandwich no mayo on wheat, that was supposed to come with a side of oriental chicken salad but showed up with greek salad and it had taken so long to come out in the first place we just took it, a full size order of greek salad (full size contains chicken, side does not), a bacon cheese crepe with a side of pasta salad, and a strawberry banana dessert crepe. The dessert crepe came with 2 scoops of ice cream, the fruit in it was not flavorful though, the savory crepe however, was delicious. The perfect crisp, and temperature. The prices are very reasonable as well, maybe we just came on a busy afternoon. The savory crepe was delicious though, and it may be worth another trip back to give it another go.
(3)Lea L.
I love this place! The crepes here are nice and crispy, and the fillings have always been good. Perfect brunch fare, and I'm a biiig fan of their Thai iced tea and the infused water. Service is ok, the decor is gorgeous(their bathroom is so pretty and clean too). Just a warning tho, the crepes here are smaller than Le Moose.
(4)Mike M.
Great looking place and amazing Crepes, ordered the Brazil and La la loo loo crepe for two people. Great tasting crepes. Definitely going to go back to try other ones on their menu. Very reasonably priced.
(5)Mike T.
The place looks nice and comfortable. Coffee is quite good, their selecting of crepes is pretty big. Mine was not good but my friends like theirs... I would give them another try if they were closer to me... Overall, portions are good and people are nice.
(3)Brandi F.
The overall appearance is nice. A Thai and buddhist theme with fabric covered chairs and fresh roses on the tables. I'm a softy for fresh flowers in restaurants. The reggae music wasn't really fitting though... It started to go south once we received our menus. The menus were held together with Scotch tape and there were several places where stickers had been placed over items that were no longer available. Cutting corners with something that is as visible as your menu makes us wonder about where else they're cutting corners. The water was brought to the table in a nice, large carafe. It was flavored with slices of orange, lemon, lime and mint. I would've preferred that they stick with one or two flavors, but hey, it was free! My bf ordered the bacon avocado crepe, based on the suggestion of the waitress, with a side of fruit (the soup was no longer available). One look at the bacon and we knew something was amiss. The bacon felt and looked old. We asked if the bacon was cooked fresh and the waitress said, no, so we asked for it to be made again with freshly cooked bacon. She returned a few moments later with a menu, saying that the bacon is all the same - pre-made and microwaved. They would rather serve microwaved than use their capable grill to make fresh?! For a $9 crepe, you should be able to expect at least some fresh bacon! He didn't order anything else, being turned off. I asked about a mocha, but the machine was down. (*Note: they do have Nutella on premises and will make mochas using it when the machine is running again! Yay!). I had ordered the Classic crepe. The ingredients were chicken, spinach, mushroom, and cheese. It was okay. The chicken was a bit tasteless and cut up into really tiny pieces. I also ordered fruit as my side - it consisted of one cube of watermelon and single slivers of honeydew, pineapple, and apple. There were still seeds in the watermelon - and they'd turned brown. The apple had a strange chemically taste, as if the knife that they used had been sitting in a strong cleaner beforehand. All in all - not worth $9. My thoughts - this place has potential, but the owners are ruining it by mismanaging the place. Get someone in there that knows how to run a successful business and make your customers happy! My notes: 1) Get a chalk menu board (customize it daily if you want!) and organize the place for customers to place their orders and pay at the register. 2) Reorganize the floor to make it more inviting - getting rid of the large structure just inside of the door that takes up space and makes it confusing for people as they enter. 3) buy fresh ingredients - and not from the grocery store next door, which is not priced for restaurant bulk. 4) no reggae music. Seriously. Your restaurant doesn't have that kind of vibe.
(2)Adelina S.
Love this little cafe. The crepes are delicious...I've had the shrimp pesto twice now and the Mixed Berry...Yummy. The exterior is very deceiving. The interior is very comfortable, very inviting...I love the water fountain. The ladies are very friendly and always smiling...Also the bathroom was very clean.
(5)Angela E.
Love their crepes! Crispy, fluffy, savory goodness! I usually only have fruits and nutella with my crepes and after trying their Mocha cha cha, I couldn't wait to go back for more. The second time around I decided to be "daring" so I ordered their buffalo crepe which consisted of turkey, chicken, ham, bacon, spinach, mushroom, and cheese. It was delicious as well. Now I don't think of crepes as just dessert, it's pretty darn good any meal of the day! Oh and not to mention their cucumber orange water...very nice.
(5)Farrah F.
Good stuff! I had lunch here with a friend (or more accurately, I had lunch and we split a dessert since he'd just eaten lunch). I got a spicy veggie crepe (sundried tomatoes, mushrooms, pineapples. mozzarella cheese with spicy pesto sauce) with a side of fruit and we split a mixed berry crepe (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries with raspberry + orange sauce). It was really hard to decide between the blueberry cheesecake one (cheesecake with blueberries with chocolate mocha sauce) and the mixed berry one, so we actually flipped a coin, haha. The side of fruit just included four pieces, but better than nothing? :O The crepes were super delicious and pretty filling. Ambiance was nice and it seems like it'd be a pretty cool place to chill for a while (we stuck around and talked for a while and didn't get any dirty looks, so that was nice, haha). Service was a little less friendly than I'm used to though. Definitely not mean or anything, but it just felt like a bit of warmth/friendliness was missing.
(4)Scott R.
Dinner was ok but the dessert was wrong twice. Will have them remove from bill. Simple request was screwed up twice.
(1)Puneet K.
I came here with my friends. Decor is nice but the service is horrible. Don't think this is a place to come and leave in an hour. The wait for your food is more than a hour.
(1)Crystal H.
My bf and I came across this place after the art and wine festival. It wasn't busy around 2-3:00 in the afternoon. We ordered the mixed berry crepe dessert with 2 scoops of ice cream. It was ok, nothing really special. The price is pretty decent. They also serve alcoholic beverages! I would like to try their savory crepe next time and try their adult beverages. Small, cute cafe. Service was ok., but we did wait a long time for our ice water.
(3)Tiffany S.
First of all the service here isn't that great. My group and I were waiting at the front of the restaurant for more than 5 minutes before anyone even acknowledged us. The crepes are OK, they have an interesting menu but my Singapore crepe had a bland flavor even though it looked tasty on the menu.
(2)Karen L.
This is a great place for brunch, lunch, snack, dessert, or whichever. The decor and interior was quite lovely, also unexpected! The cafe was fancier than I anticipated and it really blew me away. They have a GREAT selection of food crepes! Frodo Joe's also caters to the vegetarian's out there, so don't you worry! Every meal crepe comes with a little side as well. You can choose between pasta salad, greek salad, or fruit. I ordered the Cheese Bacon crepe while my boyfriend got one of the specialty crepes, the buffalo crepe. I really enjoyed the hot cheese filled crepe. The crepe skin itself was cooked evenly and had a slight crisp.The portion was fantastic considering I usually get those measly size crepes elsewhere. They were also very generous with the ingredients of the crepe. Some differences between the cheese bacon and the buffalo crepe was the extra sauce, tomatoes, and ham. And of course, the size of a crepe is a bit bigger than the regular crepes. Frankly, my cheese bacon crepe was already awesome! I am lover of crepes and I definitely will be back for more! Thank You fellow Yelpers, this was a great choice!
(4)Christine G.
Interesting place. Not to-go oriented. Style and decorum is very acclectic but in a good way. Fresh flowers everywhere. Water is infused with citrus and cucumber. Nice touch. Got a house special crepe (avacado, spinach, tomato) sub mushrooms for the tomato and a chai latte. Latte came out first. Very sweet with light chai flavor -- eh. Crepe came out very quick. Literally maybe 4 mins after I ordered. Crepes are clearly made previously and keep warm. Edges of crepe were very dry. Crepe came out with pesto drizzled over the top which was unexpected and would have been welcome but pesto was very very oily and didn't have much flavor. Needed to have a better seasoning base. Filling (spinach, mushrooms, avacado) was abundant but a little underdone and under seasoned. Service is good. Attentive but not overly. Overall experience is eh but will come back for sure for some of the more elaborate varieties of crepes they offer.
(3)James L.
I would give this place a 3.5 stars. I was there today and I ordered the one of their breakfast crepe and I thought it was good. The crepe had a good crunch to it which gave it some texture. I got the side of fruits - should have gotten something else because one was turning brown and I only got like 4 pieces of fruit. I would probably get a salad next time. The reason I gave it only 3.5 is the service was lacking. The Indian girl who took our order had no personality and when I placed my order, I had to remind her do I get to choose a side. I think this place would be more memorable and a place I would go to if they hired wait staff with some personality. It is not all about the food but also the experience. It was not memorable enough for me to come back. You can set yourself apart from other restaurants by giving a customer a great experience and they will come back.
(3)Constance L.
Mmmmm, so many crepe options filled with savory/sweet goodness! I've sampled these crepes (the sweet ones come with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream): - Barcelona 2000: ham, sausage, tomato sauce, and mushrooms... almost like spaghetti wrapped in a crepe but without the spaghetti - walnut apple cheesecake: a textually-interesting combination of walnut, chopped apples, an almond-like paste (what I presumed to be the cheesecake), and a caramel-like lemon butter sauce - fresh strawberries: who can resist strawberries and chocolate? A cold glass of thai iced tea is the perfect complement to the meal.
(4)Chrissie G.
Very cute decor. Loved the furniture and fabrics used for their place. Came here for a girls dinner and a good ambiance for girl talk. I got their shrimp pesto crepe with greek salad. Pretty good but when hungry the portion is very small. I also shared with my son and he was still hungry after finishing our food. Tried their strawberry and banana nutella crepe with vanilla ice cream and that was yummy in itself, but how can you go wrong with nutella. Prolly will not come back.
(3)Dylan S.
I really liked this place. I love the decor, the food and especially the mango strawberry smoothie. Frodo Joe's petit cafe would have gotten 5 stars if they had decent service. At first the service was excellent because we were the only table, but once one more table was seated the service became atrocious. There was one girl waiting tables and one girl cooking. For a brief moment there was a boy who served our food to us, but he was only in the restaurant for 6-7 min. I loved the overall feel of this place. There were little decorating details that I just fell in love with. I am a complete sucker for crepes. I mean if you serve crepes, I am going to be a fan of your restaurant. I had a ham and cheese crepe which was good, a chocolate strawberry crepe which was good, the side salad was excellent and the mango strawberry banana smoothie was great. The menu was pretty diverse. They had some crepe variations that I had not seen before. Unfortunately they did not offer much else to drink other than smoothies and the water that comes to your table in a carafe (love that) tasted horrible. I really don't want to discourage people from going there. I really liked Frodo Joe's and I hope to dine there again when I am in the area. I do hope that the owners (probably those 2 girls) read this and step up their game. They have the potential of being a true gem.
(3)Bonnie S.
This has got to be one of the prettiest cafes I have ever been to! The atmosphere is supper relaxing and they have different kinds of chairs and tables to suit your comfort needs. Crepes here are pretty expensive, but they have really unique crepes. I got the i-berry blueberry crepe, which included blueberries and cheesecake in mocha sauce with a chocolate drizzle. The service is great and crepes were delicious so I think it's worth it to shell out a few extra bucks to try this place!
(4)Sharon O.
Came by on a weekday morning for brunch. It was quiet but we were not the only ones there. The decor is great - makes it feel much more special and unique than the actual location would suggest. The service was pleasant, patient with us as we were deciding what to order, and quick to serve us our crepes and drinks. The crepes were lovely - perfectly sized portions, filled us up enough that we felt slightly too full, but that's better than leaving hungry. The cucumber, mint and orange infused water is lovely and reminiscent of spa-like atmosphere. RANDOM TIPS: Vegetarian options are definitely available. AMEX not accepted. The only cheeses they serve in their crepes are mozzarella and feta (and maybe swiss), so be aware. Coffee is able to be consumed without cream/sugar (for those of you who are coffee aficionados)
(4)Irene S.
One of the only few places to get crepe around Fremont area. The decor is very cozy. Staff is very friendly. I ordered the strawberry Nutella crepe with vanilla ice cream on the side and a cup of hot tea. They also offer a great selection of hot and cold beverages. The reason I gave it a 3-star is because I've had better crepe else where. The food s just standard. However, Frodo Joes is could be great place to hang out, have meaningful conversation with a friend or a simple date. It is located in busy plaza, but once you step into the store, it is a complete different atmosphere.
(3)Daisy T.
So many crepes, so little time! The decor of the restaurant isn't what I would have expected considering it's in this little nothing plaza. Pretty nice. Very clean. The menu of crepes is huge! Tons of savory and sweet crepes to choose from. All the savory crepes come with pesto sauce and a side of your choice of pasta salad, fruit, Greek salad, soup or steamed vegetables. I went for the bacon cheese crepe which had chicken, bacon, mushrooms and mozzarella cheese. The food came out really fast. Smelled pretty good. Tasted pretty good. I was just disappointed that the bacon was just left on top of the crepe instead of it being inside. The bacon wasn't even in strips. They were rolled up in balls. At least it was crispy. The pesto sauce was good though. I wish they gave me more! This place isn't too bad. And it's super affordable! If I'm ever in the area, I want to try one of their sweet crepes.
(3)Amy H.
TIP #1: Come here for the amazing ambiance. Every corner and art placement seems thoughtfully designed. TIP #2: Ask your server if you can substitute cheese for avocado, or one ve I was amazed by the beauty of the interior of this cafe. Upon entering the space, I noticed how the dimmer lighting added to the atmosphere--cozy sofas and low tables by the window, spacious tables with cushy seating and fancy upholstery. A single rose in a vase sat elegantly on each table. The mosaics on the wall added color and lit up the corners of the room. But the food doesn't quite hold up. Despite an expansive menu--including travel-inspired savory crepes that feature the exotic cuisines of Sydney, Brazil, and Barcelona--what we ordered did not have the pizzazz that the menu suggested. I ordered the Ben-To crepe with chicken, scrambled eggs, and veggies. I opted for avocado instead of cheese and tomato instead of broccoli. The crepe itself was dry and crumbled under my fork and knife; the filling was sparse and tasted bland. There was maybe a quarter of an avocado perched unstably on top of the folds of the crepe. My boyfriend's travel-inspired crepe had meat that tasted more like sandwich meat than Mongolian beef. Compared to Le Moose Crepe Cafe, which is just a short drive away, Frodo Joe cannot compete. But it's a wonderful place to relax and take in the beauty of the space.
(3)Jen Z.
This place had some seriously random decor. Despite that, the service and food was awesome! We had a bunch of crepes and the waitstaff were very accomdating. Someone in our group requested an alcoholic shot be added to one of their smoothies and our waitress didn't miss a beat. All crepes/sandwiches come with a side dish of fruit, pasta salad, greek salad, etc. as well! Awesome! I'll be back!
(4)Jennifer A.
This place specializes in Crepes and they know it! I happen to walk by and decided to order a basic crepe with chocolate sauce. The lady behind the counter was super helpful, but was also the busser, cashier and the cook. The cafe wasn't too busy around 8pm, but if you get the order to go she literally will have it ready for you in like a 2 minutes. Whats not to like? Nutella, thin crepe and ice cream..Totally hit the spot!
(4)Umang P.
Not a bad place for brunch on the weekends. - Service is always hit or miss here. I've been here early in the AM and been treated like royalty and other times, I can be forgotten about for a long time. - Crepes are amazing. Love the fusion between the various concoctions and crepes. Favorite dessert Crepe is the Strawberry Cheesecake Crepe (not on the menu- our own little creation but they always make it for us). - Place looks nice and is definitely got a relaxing feel to it. My fellow bros out there- you will definitely earn points for picking this place out. And afterwards, if you want to feel bad about yourself, you can go outside see all the productive people walking out of 24 Hour Fitness right next door to this place. But eh, what are you gonna do?
(4)Stephanie T.
I've been a fan since it first opened and buddhist monks came to pray for the new place. This was when Yelp wasn't around, and seeing the reviews now makes me smile :) The best place to grab some savory or dessert crepes. The ambiance is very comfortable and relaxing. The menu expanded to more amazing creations. The place is very stylish and clean. I like the classic crepe, which comes with pesto, chicken, spinach, and mozzarella. The side dish of the pasta is very delicious. :D They give you water carafes which is always delicious and fresh. You really can't go wrong with any of the things on the menu. :)
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