The Yummiest American in Stockton

Willow Wisp Cafe

★★★★★ 4.8 (48)

"Well priced quality food, excellent service (Megan). Came in very early, was given a friendly greeting, was well looked after, food came out quickly. I left my card in the bill-folder, Megan caught it, chased after me to save the day.highly recommend!"

Da Boccery

★★★★☆ 3.8 (232) • $$

"Da Boccery has definitely changed under its new ownership! A few years ago, there were four bocce courts inside, but now there are only two--the rest of the space has been taken over by four golf simulators. The whole place has a much more modern, hip, and open floor plan, making it feel less formal than before. Instead of a traditional dining setup, it's mostly booths and tall communal tables, giving it a more casual, social vibe. There's also an arcade area with loud music, adding to the energetic atmosphere. Outside, the bocce courts remain, but they've also added two axe-throwing stations. Pricing is on the higher side--$75/hour for bocce, $30 per person for axe throwing, and $25/hour for shuffleboard. Food-wise, it was solid. The appetizers, like fries and calamari, were good, and they offer a decent selection of pizzas, salads, pastas, and sandwiches. Overall, Da Boccery is a fun spot for a night out with friends or family if you're looking for an interactive, lively environment rather than a traditional dining experience."

Richplate Restaurant & Cafe

★★★★☆ 4 (129) • $$

"I was waiting in line at Lockford Sausage this morning and wanted to look at their menu.The waitress at counter was very friendly and recommended a few dishes. I wanted to eat here, but my significant other had plans to eat elsewhere , but next time I am in area I will eat here.Great customer service, menu looks good."

FED

★★★★☆ 3.9 (184) • $$

"FED in Stockton is such a great find! From the moment you step inside, you're greeted by a modern, yet comfortable atmosphere that makes it a perfect spot to enjoy a delicious meal. The menu offers a variety of dishes, ranging from hearty comfort food to fresh, light options, all full of flavor with creative twists on classic favorites.The service is top-notch--friendly and attentive, making sure you have a great experience from start to finish. The vibe is perfect for both casual dining and special occasions.Whether you're looking for a filling meal or just a quick bite, FED is definitely worth a visit. I'll be back for sure!"

The Delta Bistro & Lounge

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (88) • $$

"Delta Bistro & Lounge is nestled within one of the most stylish hotels in Downtown Stockton with a scenic view of the Delta. The venue is as appealing as the food it serves lending to the charm of dining here. Brunch is definitely an occasion worth avoid hitting the snooze button for. Drawing in streams of people to the restaurant to dive into some of their great comfort foods. There's everything from fresh fruits to pastries to prime ribs and plenty of other "great day starters" in an AYCE buffet style dining. Guests can lounge around the trendy outdoor patio enjoying coffee, freshly squeezed orange juice and endless mimosas. Most notably their AYCE prime rib was amazing! It was well seasoned and succulent. Request for the au jus to pour over your steak to further enhance the flavor. Their classic breakfast lineup was just as delightful. It's a bit pricey but, not outrageous considering the location. The venue is open to everyone whether you're a hotel guest or not. Impeccable service paired with delicious food is what's attracting the locals here every Sunday."

Huckleberry's Breakfast and Lunch

★★★★☆ 3.8 (114) • $$

"My daughter and I had an excellent time! Violet was our server and was efficient, kind and answered all our questions. The food was superb! Thank you Violet! And to the BOH, you all are artists! And to the lovely hosts, you ladies did an incredible job!"

The Omelet House

★★★★☆ 4.3 (648) • $$

"This is a great place to have breakfast! It's spacious inside so it was not a long wait on a weekday morning. I have a soft spot for places that have turkey sausage and they had the flat kind that I love. The only downside is they have a light coffee that tastes like water but they told me they have a dark roast and replaced it and it was better but not the best! Anyway I highly recommend this place for a nice delicious breakfast!"

Nash + Tender Stockton

★★★★☆ 3.8 (250) • $$

"I haven't been here in years but coworkers like this place so I decided to give it another try. I have to say, it seems like the quality improved. The Nash & Tender fries were delicious and a good portion size for $13. The seasoned fries came with Mac and cheese, chicken, thousand-island/Raising Canes style sauce and coleslaw. I would recommend and would do it again!I'm giving you a recommendation because the menu has yellow and red font on a black tv screen and is very hard to read. So if you can't read it, just order the fries. My complaint last time was that the food was too spicy to eat. I ordered mild this time and it did not have much spice at all but at least it was edible. Hopefully one day they can find a nice balance between the mild mild and very spicy "medium.""

George's Steakhouse Bar & Grill

★★★★☆ 3.5 (223) • $$

"First time here. No wait to get in which was nice. Basket of bread and garlic butter was a good touch. They were on it for drinks and refills as well. We had the prime rib, ribeye, personal pizza and fish/chips. The service was great. The food was good. The only part that was off was the prime rib was supposed to be medium rare and it was medium well. All in all we would go back."

Center Street Grill

★★★★☆ 4.2 (217) • $$

"Always good food, drinks, crowd & service.The place is clean, service fairly quick which is why it is frequently the same folks week after week."

Chili's

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (69) • $$

"Chilis has come to Merced and I gladly welcome a new place to grab some bites and drinks! Located in the Merced Mall plaza and with plenty of parking. They have a full bar with wine, spirits, and beer on tap. Happy Hour is 3-6 M-F and all day on the weekends! The lighting in this store is nice and bright!When my friend and I got here, the wait for a table was 45min. We got a seat at the bar and sat down right away because spots were available. Our server/bartender was Sylvia, who was helpful and attentive.We both ordered margaritas. Mine was the Presidente and my friend ordered the Straw-Eddy'Rita. So delicious!We ordered the Ultimate Cajun Pasta and split that between us. It was a pretty hearty portion so we were happy to split it, plus it was delicious! The menu is pretty typical of a Chili's but the staff were very helpful and kind! I'm looking forward to coming back!"

The Smoke Cafe

★★★★★ 4.6 (96) • $$

"What a clean, friendly, cute place in downtown Jamestown! My eggplant sandwich with grilled red peppers, yellow squash, grilled eggplant, pesto, mozzarella & tomato on grilled sourdough was so delicious & packed with veggies & gooey cheese. The French fries were really good, piping hot & super crispy.My hubby had the Divorced Huevos Rancheros whic we're covered in two different sauces, red & white and he cleaned his plate. Our server was attentive, friendly & right on with her recommendations and we will definitely return if we're in the area again."

Bobs At The Marina

★★★★☆ 3.6 (288) • $$

"It has been a while! Two trips later and I was elated to see the Manager that has been there for years and so glad to see my new friends Jocelyn, Dante, Juan, and Kye! I have been going to Bobs for over 20 years and there has been a drastic improvement in the scenery, the staff, the menu, and the beautiful friendly customer service provided by the group of our younger generation. The diversity was well received and the food is still awesome! The juiciness of the burger and the availability of options. See you soon!"

Good Times Restaurant

★★☆☆☆ 2.2 (66) • $

"The food can be a hit or miss honestly. I'm just here to mention the lack of air conditioning in the summer. You start sweating the second you enter the building and you're not the entire time you're there eating. There's no air flow whatsoever and that does suck just a bit. Owners are absolutely sweet people and I love them I just wish the air conditioning was a thing that worked."

Highway House Restaurant & Bar

★★★★☆ 3.9 (322) • $$

"*First time review* Absolutely love this place! I guess I had a sandwich here quite a few years ago, but I don't recall so I'll be calling this a new review. My gosh absolutely fantastic! Ambience is redone, nice bar, attentive staff and big sandwiches! Loved my soup as well.BLAST - bacon lettuce avocado swiss turkey. I ordered mine on sourdough toasted with no Swiss. Absolutely fantastic and they made it as I wanted. Do note it does not come with mayo, you'll need to ask for that if you want it. Tuna Avocado - my mom said it was delicious and it was super loaded nicely with tuna. Pictures speak for itself!"

828 Bites and Brews

★★★★☆ 4.3 (12) • $$$

"I don't know if I completely understand the "bar within a bar" concept and I wish they had more beers. An Altamont would be nice. That said, the food was excellent and the service attentive. Try the fried avocado to be sure. The tamales and mac and cheese were also excellent. I will definitely be back."

Randy's Bistro

★★★★☆ 4.2 (387) • $$

"My first time here. The inside was really cute. We had the coffee and they had half and half, vanilla, and hazelnut creamer. My kids ordered the hot chocolate. We all enjoyed our food. One pancake may of been a little overcooked but still yummy. Their service and staff were very attentive and friendly. They also had some Filipino options that I want them try next time. Overall I had a great experience and will be coming back."

Ernie's Food & Spirits

★★★★☆ 4.3 (466) • $$$$

"The ambience was just what I needed.Classy and romantic. I ordered the mai tai drink and OMG sooooo good!My date ordered a ribeye and I got the wagyu.Mouthwatering steak cooked perfectly,the mushroom risotto was delicious also. We also wanted to try their crab fried rice,which I didn't really care for. Overall-besides waiting an hr to get our food,food was hot,cooked right and delicious."

Tiki Grill Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.1 (8)

"Drove past and the place was poppin. It's a Sunday afternoon so had music playin and decided to stop in. Greeted by friendly people, and the owner recommended the Tiki Burger stuffed with bacon & jalapeños(I think). Came with a side of fries/onion rings. Burger was cooked perfectly, nice and juicy, and had cheese, onion, more bacon, bbq sauce, lettuce, tomato all on a really good bun. Fries and rings were cooked perfectly too. Had a water on the side. Really wanted to get some beer or mixed drinks, but I had a while to drive. Next time I'm in the area, I'll be back."

Gordos Bar

★★★★☆ 3.9 (7)

"I am reviewing the food, which was so yummy!!!I had the best Swiss and mushroom burger. It was charbroiled perfectly, and the price was great!! My friend had bacon jalapeño burger delicious as well. The shrimp and pasta, another good one Amanda the bartender is cool and you could enjoy a cold ."

Shorty's Sports Pub & Grill

★★★★☆ 3.7 (81) • $$

"Went to Shorty's for the first time on1/27/22 I didn't expect much from a sports bar in Escalon. But I'm happy to say I was very impressed. The waitresses were spot on and very attentive, great Personality. I had the BBQ chicken breast and it was cooked perfectly. 3 drinks and 2 meals at $50 not to bad. I would definitely recommend."

Emberz

★★★★☆ 4 (721) • $$

"I apparently hadn't reviewed this place when I posted pics. So here we go. This place is a cute little spot in a cute little town. In the heart of their cute little downtown. Came for my husband and brother in law's birthdays. My brother in law and his wife have been here before so it came with great recommendation. Ordered some apps: calamari, baked Emberz (a duo of ooey gooey cheese) and a side of toasted crostini and olive tapenade. Both very delicious and very shareable.We both ordered the tomahawk steak which came with a side vegetable and mashed potatoes. The steak came sliced and cooked exactly as we requested. Steak of everything you want it to be since you know you are spending a pretty penny.Ambiance is nice. Service was phenomenal and the food was delicious. Highly recommend! Oh we had so much left over I was able to make 4 full size breakfast burritos with what was leftover and well as what I was able to cut off the bone. Place is family friendly and they had what looked like a well stocked bar with a variety of anything you may have a hankering for or want to pair with your meal. Don't sleep on this place!"

YC Catering

★★★★☆ 4.3 (10) • $

"Joe K and I were visiting Lodi Lake during the "Paddle Fest", and worked up an appetite. We spotted the YC Catering truck parked nearby within Lodi park. We were impressed at the tempting food items listed on the menu. We have often enjoyed Chamorro style food in the past, and was looking forward to trying them out!The nice woman taking orders was very friendly and helpful as we asked about the different meals offered. I ordered the Shrimp Patties in which you get 4 deep fried "balls" of ground shrimp and other ingredients. Joe ordered a Chicken thigh with red rice. It also included a Shrimp Patty. We decided to share an order of Plantain fries as a side. I got a can of Barq's Root Beer and Joe got bottled water. We had to wait a while for our food, but wasn't a big deal, since they most likely cook each meal made to order. And that's a good thing! However, I was concerned that our drinks were going to get warm during the wait.In general, the food was below our expectations. The shrimp patties were nicely brown and crisp on the outside, but the inside was doughy and under cooked in the middle. Joe's chicken was OK, but even though the red rice had a distinct smokey, barbecue flavor, it still lacked pizzazz. The plantain fries were crisp, but quite bland and the only saving grace was the saltiness surrounding them. I'm not sure if we will try them again upon our next visit, but since a few other Yelpers really enjoyed their food, we might give them another try and have what they had instead!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LDA7FTRq5Vk"

Sammy’s Bar & Grill

★★★★★ 4.8 (6)

"We literally have been by this location 20 times and never knew it was inside the grocery store. Nice little patio out front limited seating inside, but very good food with wonderful customer service. My wife and I shared a pulled pork sandwich at the recommendation of the manager who was at the counter. It was very tasty and plenty to eat for the two of us. We got the combo which came with a drink and wonderful fries. We had a nice meal and plan to come back soon."

Brentwood Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (410) • $$

"Always a great classic breakfast. Not a single complaint. The quality of the food is good and I have always had excellent customer service."

Mel & Faye's Diner

★★★★☆ 3.6 (520) • $$

"Found ourselves in Jackson tonight and there were only a couple of restaurants open within walking distance. We didn't want to pay for the more expensive Italian restaurant and ended up at Mel and Faye's. The place was hopping! Inside and outside. We ended up getting and splitting a 10 oz NY Steak w/salad, vegetables, Texas toast and baked potato. It was more than enough for both of us. Our server was adorable! I can't remember the last time we got that kind of attention, especially when they were so busy and missing a couple of servers. It was obviously a favorite for locals and it was enjoyable to watch their interactions."

P Wexford's Pub

★★★★☆ 3.7 (360) • $$

"We had always driven past this place and wanted to give it a try. We finally stopped in and not are we glad we did. The ambiance is so cool and the staff were all super friendly and attentive. We both got fish and chips which were amazing, and we will definitely be back to the more of their menu."

American Waffle Diner

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (467) • $$

"Food are fair. Our service crew are very friendly recommend the best for my kids to eat at the menu. The place looks very clean."

Papapavlo's Bistro & Bar

★★★★☆ 3.5 (868) • $$$

"What can you say about this restaurant? I mean they've come such a long way from their previous location and we are lucky to have a place like this in Stockton.First, the appetizer menu is phenomenal. You can really turn in the grilled vegetables and hummus into a dinner unto itself. Get a nice glass of wine and save room for dessert and call it an evening.Or, go Greek full throttle and get the flaming cheese appetizer called Saganaki. I'm not going to ruin the surprise, so just order it and dive in, but slowly because you don't want to get burned by the molten hot....For the dinner options, you can't go wrong with the Greek combo plates but this time I went for the fish. The Sole was good but really needed a little something else. Don't get me wrong, I don't know anything about cooking a filet of Sole, but my date ordered the Swordfish. That was a game changer and really made my fish kinda pale in comparison. I highly recommend the Swordfish, along with the potatos and green beans. It was a hefty portion and I didn't leave room for dessert. Another pro tip is that they have bottles of wine at reasonable prices. If you are in a party of 4, I would suggest finding a white or red that you like because they have some nice options on the menu.Also, the desserts are excellent and are worth the extra $, but again that depends on you and your appetite for hunger emancipation.Overall, Papapavlos continues to do right for Stocktonians that love a upscale vibe with quality food served at fair prices."

Yosemite Station

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (78)

"I come to Merced to visit family and every visit we love to make a stop at Yosemite Station. I wish I had taken pictures of my food to post (next time). We love the senior menu because of the portions and prices. I ordered from the regular menu, the club sandwich was huge. The dinner's come with sides, salad, and rolls. The waitress we had this Sunday went above and beyond beyond. She was kind and attentive. Great family restaurant!"

Bauer's By Sazon

★★★★☆ 4.4 (189) • $$

"One of the best burgers I've ever had. We had family coming over for a visit and thought let's give this place a try. Our family likes fried zucchini and it's on the menu, so we thought, why not, let's try it. Not sure about the area as I normally don't like the 9th Street area, especially near the bus station but thought well, let's keep an open mind since this place had 4 stars and good reviews. Glad we went. Our waitress was pleasant, attentive and sweet. There was more menu options online but not on the menu at the restaurant. I was going to order the wedge or blue salad but wasn't on the restaurants menu...Oh well. I had the blue burger with no salt fries, crispy, that's exactly what I got, delicious. Hubby had the pastrami burger and salad, WOW, he loved it, the others with us had the Bauer burger and they loved it as well. We loved the fried zucchini so much I ordered another, glad we did. Enjoyable afternoon with loved ones and a good meal. Highly recommend. We'll be back. Thank you for a nice experience and good meal."

Sons of Liberty Alehouse

★★★★☆ 4.4 (306) • $$

"Great food, service, and ambience. Great place to hangout and have a light dinner and drinks with some friends. Can be a bit loud for some but too bad. Cool spot if you're downtown."

Lula's Neighborhood Grill

★★★★★ 4.7 (505) • $

"Amazing lunch today at Lula's. Burgers are absolutely killer and the fries are just as good. I recommend the blue cheese and bacon burger. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating along with parking. The service and staff were top notch. Everyone at the restaurant was in a good mood. Will definitely eat there again when in Modesto!"

Kosmos Burgers

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (148) • $

"I love coming to Cosmo's! I've been coming here since I was a kid and they're always consistent with their service and food! I always tell everyone to come and eat here! Thank you Cosmo's for being amazing!"

Papas and Wings

★★★★☆ 3.5 (138) • $$

"Wings and fries are yum and served piping hot.. We got our food from their food truck @ winery event whichcame out pretty quick"