About Business
Tai Tung Brake & Muffler Shop is a highly-reputable Car Repair service provider based in San Mateo, CA. Tai Tung Brake & Muffler Shop covers all facets of the Car Repair industry, with a focus on Muffler shop. With over 27 reviews and an average rating of 4.5/5, Tai Tung Brake & Muffler Shop is a trusted name in the industry. Their presence in San Mateo, CA ensures that residents have access to high-quality Car Repair care right in their own neighborhood. You can easily connect with their team using the contact details provided to learn more about their Car Repair offerings.
Google Reviews
Lani Teaupa

★★★★★
5 years ago
Went to his shop Saturday fixed my car and out the same day. Very honest guy. Thank you
Yasmany Otano

★
☆☆☆☆
3 years ago
I brought my truck to this shop to have a leak fix, and I was surprised to get a 450 dollar quote which I thought it was a bit high, so I decided to get a 2nd opinion and he was mad that I wanted a 2nd opinion saying that I wasted his time, all I have to say I am glad I did cause another shop charge me 180 for the leak, I won't be back , but I would suggest to people get a 2nd opinion.
Jason Phung

★★★★★
2 years ago
Took my car here to do for a brake job and some maintenance! Prices were better than any in the area and service was amazing. Highly recommend
Daniel Jimenez

★★★★★
8 years ago
Price was reasonable, service was great and fast. I had a corsa xtreme exhaust installed in my 15' mustang gt, and it sounds amazing! I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for great and quick service.
Joe King

★★★★★
2 years ago
Went in for a catalytic converter install. Service was fast, and they put in some excellent welds. Even went as far as to fix the bad welds from the previous install.
Adam chan

★★★★★
2 years ago
Had my exhaust system serviced at this location, and Alan delivered exceptional work, especially in replacing my catalytic converter. I highly recommend coming here!
Dom Atman

★★★★★
a year ago
Mr Tai is very knowledgeable when it comes to mufflers and brakes I have been coming to the shop for years now with multiple vehicles he knows his stuff and has been doing straw a long time his work shows what a great welding Good prices to no price gouge here I recommend this shop to anybody looking for muffler or brake needs
Johnson Vuong

★★★★★
2 years ago
Had a crack on my exhaust pipe, came by to have it fix. Thought it was gonna take a while but, the owner (I believe his name is Alan) helped fix it. I loved his straight forwardness and didn't try to highball me. Will definitely come back again
Pookahog

★
☆☆☆☆
5 years ago
Called to get an estimate on replacing a catalytic converter and O2 sensors. Person who answered never mentioned their company name or his, and when asked about cost he said you bring in the car and they will check the number. Not really sure what he was talking about as his English was a little hard to understand. Then he just hung up the phone! There are too many other shops around who I am sure that will be happy to take the time to earned my business.
Shaun Numera

★★★★★
5 years ago
Came in like 20 mins before closing, was looking to just get quoted, but he offered to perform the service same day, and we got it done right then and there. Awesome work, car sounds 10x better. I'm more than satisfied. He even let me double check the tips of the exhaust to make sure it met my standards of how I wanted it. Awesome job man! $$$ JUST MAKE SURE TO HAVE CASH READY!! $$$
Angelo San Ramon

★★★★★
7 years ago
Took my Toyota Tundra in for a catalytic converter replacement. I brought my own parts. The tech did the replacement (un-welding and re-welding) under 30 minutes at a reasonable price. No appointment needed. No hassle. No trying to tell me I need to replace this and that. Tech only accept cash. So, bring your cash. No paperwork. So, I don't know if there is warranty for the work done.
Winson Yu

★★★★★
2 years ago
I have an Infiniti G37 and I reached out to get my brake pads and rotors changed on a whim. Surprisingly, Alan took me in on short notice and got the job done for me with great care. I would definitely come back to Tai Tung again for any brake and muffler services.
Justin Sharp

★★★★★
5 years ago
I took my old chevy for Mr. Tai to fit with dual exhausts. First impressions that he was very friendly and honest. I could tell he has been doing custom work forever and my project wasn't gonna be simple. Mr Tai immediately went to work on my car and quickly designed a system that fits perfect. Unbelievable how good a job he done! I am proud that a few of the old-school fabricators are still left out there like Mr. Tai. Incredible welder, hard working, good man. Respect! Highly recommend to anyone looking for quality craftsmanship at a fair price. Big thanks to you Sir. - Justin
Forrest Cool

★
☆☆☆☆
2 years ago
Quoted me $360 for less than 30 mins worth of work. Saw that my car still had temp tags on it, so I feel like I was profiled. “New car? Guy must have money, let’s try to squeeze some extra coin out of him” Absolutely absurd and would probably be charged less at a Porsche dealership. If your shop time is worth $720 an hour then I should probably open my own exhaust shop!!!!
Marko

★★★★★
a month ago
Professional and very helpful. Great guy
Jay mendoza

★★★★★
6 years ago
Clean and nice exhaust work.. Excellent welds and fairly priced I'll definitely be coming back if i need any more work done..
Mike S

★★★★★
8 months ago
My rating is based on my unique muffler/exhaust needs. I have a very rusted and dilapidated truck that I only use a few times per year. The truck is not worth much $ and hence I don't want to spend much $ to keep it running for its limited life expectancy. The muffler (and most of the exhaust system) was rusted to the point that that the muffler blew wide open. The flanges on either side of the Cat were also heavily rusted as is most of the exhaust system. Since I only use the truck a few times per year and the truck is not worth much $, I was looking for the lowest cost repair possible. I would have attempted to replace the muffler myself but feared that any muffler clamps that I would use (I don't have a welder) would collapse the existing piping. I wrapped my existing muffler with a fiberglass blanket (used in ovens) and covered the fiberglass with sheet metal. This "repair" was just to get me to a muffler shop. Tai Tung was the closest to my location and I called and set up an appointment the next day for an estimate. I showed up at the scheduled time and the owner was waiting for me. He quickly lifted the truck (and he had a similar truck on another lift, presumably his personal truck) and did his inspection and determined that despite how rusted and compromised the entire exhaust system appeared to be, I would only need a muffler (for now at least). He said he could replace more of the system if I wanted but he also said he did not think it needed full replacement. He said he could do the muffler replacement and have it done while I waited. It took him only 20 minutes to remove, prepare and replace the muffler. Zero leaks, nice looking work, super fast and very honest about what needed to be done, which was just to replace the muffler. The new muffler appears to be an exact replacement to my OEM and nearly 37 year old muffler. No change to the tail pipe location and no changes made to the rest of the exhaust system. He has made it possible for me to keep the truck a while longer and did so by being honest and pragmatic about what was needed. He had all the parts on site and did the repair with what I feel was a very fair cost. I highly recommend Tai Tung due to my experience and situation.
Jeremy Platt

★★★★★
7 months ago
Custom exhaust pipe created and installed in one hour. The one inch hole made a sound like an aircraft taking off. This is the third time small miracles have been performed for me, to the sound of trilling songbirds. My 30 yr old car then passed smog test with flying colors.
David Wu

★
☆☆☆☆
3 weeks ago
Refused to give a price on the phone. Insisted on coming to the shop. Then wanted to charge $120 to cut off an exhaust tip.
SS DEEBO

★★★★★
4 years ago
Drove up to his shop with no appointment. Took care of me real quick. Great guy, greeted me with a smile. Handled the job real fast and did a great job. I wish I could’ve went there from the start. I recommend this shop to anybody that wants or needs exhaust work done. 5 stars hands down. Thank you for the great work. 🤝