Raja Sweets & Indian Cuisine

31853 Alvarado Blvd, Union City, CA 94587, United States
+1 510-489-9100
$$$ Indian restaurant , Caterer , Indian sweets shop , Indian takeaway
(685 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Raja Sweets & Indian Cuisine in Union City presents a blend of traditional Indian dining and sweet shop culture, serving as both a casual eatery and a go-to spot for authentic Indian sweets. Located on Alvarado Boulevard, this place attracts locals craving flavorful Indian meals alongside an impressive selection of sweets, making it a reliable option for both everyday meals and special occasions.

Inside, the atmosphere leans toward practical and efficient rather than lounge-y or upscale. It’s the kind of place you visit when you want to enjoy straightforward, no-fuss Indian food or pick up sweets to share. Guests often come in for quick takeaway orders, especially for popular items like samosas, dal makhni, and classic dishes like malai kofta with naan. During busier times, the kitchen moves fast to have hot snacks like samosas ready within 10–15 minutes, catering well to those who drop by for an early lunch or evening snack.

The sweet shop side draws a crowd interested in regional variety, particularly for Bengali and North Indian sweets. Offerings like jalebi in both desi ghee and jaggery versions stand out, reflecting a local appreciation for quality and traditional preparation. It’s also clear that Raja Sweets serves neighborhood events and gatherings, with catering available for parties — an option that locals have found easy and reliable based on responsive customer service and well-executed appetizer spreads.

Visitors should expect a practical setup for sweet selection, where you pick your own sweets using single-use gloves, a method that values hygiene but requires a bit of guidance since ingredients aren’t labeled. It’s a place suited for those familiar with Indian desserts or willing to ask for recommendations.

This spot fits well into the Union City community as both a casual dining spot for Indian dishes and a specialist sweet shop. It works best for individuals and families looking for authentic home-style food to pick up quickly, or for people preparing for celebrations who value authentic flavors without fuss. Midday and early evening visits are ideal to catch freshly made snacks or sweets at their best.

Highlights
Has fast service
Serves great dessert
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves comfort food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Best for
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 9:30 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

685 Reviews
Manpuneet Chatha

28 Dec 2025

Raja Sweets - Union City was AMAZING!!! We catered our daughter's first birthday party appetizer food from them, and the quality of the food was impeccable, and their service was amazing! It was very smooth and easy to work with them. They're very responsive to questions, and do so in a timely manner. I will certainly be utilizing their services for any future events I throw! Thank you, Raja Sweets!

Vijay A

16 Dec 2025

One of the best places in the Fremont area to get Indian sweets although you will not find the South Indian variety here. The desi ghee jalebis and gud(jaggery) jalebis are one of the best in the area. You can call in and have hot samosas ready for you in 10-15 minutes. Their Bengali sweets are fresh and great. I have not ordered it myself but I have heard that their catering menu is good for punjabi food.

Katie Hunter

03 Dec 2025

I usually take my snacks here. There foods are really delicious as promised! Thank you so much for the immediate serving. Great place!

Elena Baruah

21 Oct 2025

Here you have to pick up a box, wear a single use glove and collected your sweets into a box. There are no names and ingredients indicated. So you have to ask about every sweet. I got a blue box and a box of jallabi. I paid just over $50 for both.

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