Kingsly
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We came in for lunch when the place wasn’t busy, so we were seated right away. However, we were oddly placed at a small two-person corner isle table that already had two extra chairs squeezed in, even though there were plenty of larger tables open. It felt like a lazy seating choice for a party of three.
We started with the clam chowder and a dozen oysters to share. For my entrée, I ordered the salmon with asparagus and loaded potatoes. Unfortunately, almost everything tasted store-bought or rushed. The clam chowder had the canned flavor you’d expect from a grocery shelf, not a seafood restaurant. The salmon looked great with a nice char, but it was completely overcooked and dry inside. The asparagus only about three or four bite-sized pieces cost an extra few dollars, and the loaded potatoes tasted like the cheese was melted in a microwave with toppings sprinkled on top afterward.
The oysters, supposedly a highlight here, were the biggest disappointment. They were tiny, paper-thin, and tasted like they’d come straight from the freezer with an unpleasant aftertaste.
Service-wise, the staff lacked attention to detail. We weren’t given enough utensils for the table and had to grab extras from another one ourselves. The only saving grace was our server. She was polite and friendly despite everything else.
To top it off, the bill included a $4.95 credit card surcharge. You’re telling me I could’ve gone to an ATM, pulled out cash, and paid a smaller fee…probably $2.95, maybe even $1.95 and somehow that would’ve been cheaper? Ridiculous. In 2025, almost everyone pays with cards. A restaurant charging premium prices should be able to cover a basic processing fee without passing it to customers.
Overall, Market Broiler Fremont felt like a place trying to pass off average, reheated food as upscale dining. Between the mediocre food, poor seating choice, and extra fees, this meal was more frustrating than enjoyable. Definitely not worth the hype or the price.