Wednesday, December 20, 2017

Metropole Restaurant serves Afghan and American favorites

After a nearly 20-year absence, Metropole Restaurant is coming back to Fremont on May 19.

Listening to Metropole Restaurant co-owner Sal Ahmadi list his restaurant’s typical ingredients like “red pepper, chili pepper, black pepper, dried pepper, cilantro, and jalapeno,” you might be forgiven for thinking you should approach his cuisine with caution, but you couldn’t be farther from the truth. Spices and the freshest ingredients combine in subtle and savory dishes that are complex, intriguing, and delightful. Ahmadi, his wife Heela, and his parents take great pride in presenting traditional Afghan favorites alongside burgers and American-style sandwiches with an Afghan twist.

The original Metropole served Fremont 20 years ago but eminent domain proceedings forced them out of their location. Today, however, Fremont can enjoy this latest incarnation where warm colors accent both traditional and modern aesthetics. The outdoor patio, shaded with large umbrellas, is sure to be a lunchtime favorite as the weather warms up.

Service is foremost on Ahmadi’s mind and he wants his customers to feel at home. “I want people to love my service,” says Ahmadi. “When people are here, I’m going to treat them like guests at my house. Nobody’s going to leave here unhappy.”

“I help in the kitchen,” says Ahmadi, “but my mom is the main cook. She won’t tell us what she actually does. She comes in every day and just tells us, ‘leave it to me.’ It’s just like home.”

Metropole Grand Opening
Friday, May 19, 2017
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
3860 Mowry Ave., Fremont (behind 31 Flavors)
(510) 648-2271
https://www.facebook.com/MetropoleRestaurant510/


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