My red snapper was good, just a little on the dry side. Could have used a bit more seasoning…read more The service was fantastic. Very friendly and accommodating. We love places that make you feel you've stepped back in time. Very homey vibes. Will definitely return if we get the chance.

Wow finally found a delicious Steak in Merced! My family & I are in town visiting for my mom's…read morebirthday. By her recommendation we came to try it out tonight. We ordered filet mignon with baked potato & veggies, New york strip with mashed potatoes & veggies & Chicken piccata with veggies. Everything was full of flavor. Filet mignon was perfectly seasoned & tender. My carrots in my veggies were hard and dry. But that would be the only complaint. I however had enough delicious food on my plate to not care about missing out on carrots. My son ordered the kids pollo asado( grilled chicken) with rice & beans. Delicious. Wine is a generous pour. Service was friendly, attentive & all orders came out correctly. Restaurant was clean and country decor. Will definitely be returning to try out the breakfast & Mexican food.

This diner experience truly delivered on the classic charm and comfort one would anticipate. From…read morethe moment I walked in, the nostalgic decor and welcoming atmosphere set the stage for a satisfying meal. The service was attentive and friendly, making me feel right at home. I opted for the chicken parmesan sandwich, and it exceeded my expectations. The chicken was perfectly breaded and cooked to a golden crisp, while the marinara sauce added a rich, tangy flavor that complemented the dish beautifully. The generous layer of melted cheese on top was the icing on the cake, making each bite utterly delightful. The fries served alongside were equally impressive--cooked to perfection with just the right amount of crunch. They were seasoned well and made an excellent accompaniment to the sandwich. Overall, this diner encapsulated everything one could hope for: quality food, prompt service, and an inviting ambiance. I left feeling satisfied and eager to return for another meal. Whether you're craving classic comfort food or just looking for a cozy spot to enjoy a meal, this diner is definitely worth a visit.

Hole in the wall local place near the more southern area of hotels in Merced, and a welcome break…read morefrom mediocre hotel breakfast. Staff here are friendly, there's a solid bit of history and kitsch in the very back on the way to the restrooms, giving character to what is otherwise a decidedly local, low-frills experience. The steak salad (was it a steak taco salad?) looked quite tasty but also ordinary so I skipped it and stuck with breakfast; the sausage and eggs were very much unremarkable, but at least the hashbrowns were nicely pan fried and the eggs were a large portion. Biscuit and gravy reinforced the former impression, but again, hard to complain-- did the job. This place is super affordable and the overall verdict is a solid local place that's easy to appreciate but hard for me to say I would actually get excited about.

Wow! That was delicious! We were driving through town when hunger striked which led us to Toni's…read moreCourtyard Cafe. We came on a Monday morning and the crowd was light as expected being a weekday. We were seated right away. They have both indoor and outdoor seating options but the tables are a bit tight so probably not the best place for parties over 4-5 people. I had the salmon scramble with a slice of pumpkin bread and subbed the potatoes for a fruit cup. I don't know if it was because I was extra hungry but it tasted delicious! There was a lot more salmon in the scramble than I expected which was a bonus! The fruit was great and the pumpkin bread was a nice unique twist to the classic breakfast side options. My fiancé got the breakfast burrito which was huge and filling!

Came here for brunch on Sunday morning/ ordered coffee, the salmon scramble with breakfast potatoes…read moreand pumpkin bread. Everything was delicious! The restaurant had a cozy vibe/ definitely will be back!

Came across The Mainzer while staying next door for the night and of course I was curious thinking…read morethis was a German place based on the name. Apparently the owners might been from Mainz but that's about it. The ambience and food were great and so was their beer! Cheers

Fun place to hang out for beer and tacos, maybe onion rings too. There's an actual movie theatre as…read morewell as a game area with I think skeeball and some other stuff that we didn't check out. Vibe felt like they'd put some money in to the remodel and upkeep, leading to a bright, contemporary vibe that managed to preserve the original feel. Was here for a vendor event, where the extensive beer selection, accessed by self-service RFID cards, worked better in theory than reality. They measure the pours at each machine and it's quite interactive, but it felt like a bunch of the kegs were empty (so the corresponding dispensers were not working), and there were definitely some issues with the RFID system that they, to their credit, did get sorted out. Chips and guac are good and hard to mess up, the carne asada tacos were very good, the chicken tacos were pretty forgettable. 3.5 stars. Tempted to rate higher but they seem to promise a bit more than they delivered.

We ate here after a race at the college, and it was packed -- but the staff handled it like total…read morepros! They got everyone seated quickly, took our orders efficiently, and our food came out faster than I expected (even with a chicken fried steak in the mix). I grew up in a restaurant, so I know how hard it is to keep things consistent when it's that busy -- but they nailed it. The hash browns were crispy, the waffles were perfect, and everything tasted great. We all had such a good time. I'm so impressed and can't wait to come back. Highly, highly recommend!

Food was top notch. The host informed me that they bake and prepare almost everything. He said very…read morefew items are bought that need to be frozen. The area is well lit and even played Mexican music. Several TVs and a great selection of desserts. They have Pepsi!!!!

I was in there about 1week and a half ago and unfortunately our experience was not good! Our…read morewaitress Tina was absolutely wonderful to us , but there was another waitress there didnt get her name because she was hostile started yelling at our waitress and slamming everything around in her anger pacing around like wear out her shoes. Myself and other customers were disappointed that she was so unprofessional and rude, degrading our waitress in front of many customers! don't get me wrong the food was wonderful but the atmosphere was awful I really hope the other waitress couldn't get her name gets disciplined for her actions that was ridiculous if I was Tina our waitress I honestly don't know how she can continue to work there after being degraded and disrespectful and embarrassed! Tina stayed calm and very respectful and kept apologizing for the other waitresses actions I said don't apologize you're doing your job and you're doing a great job at it I feel sorry that you have to with her being very unprofessional !!if she's having a bad day then she should've never came into work today! like that in front of people that's a no no grow up lady there's plenty of tables and tips to go around for everybody I waitress years ago so there was no need for that shame on you !!

We decided to check out The BBQ Pit today, and we're SO glad we did!!!…read moreThe food was DELICIOUS! The BBQ sauce was spot-on, and the BBQ beans were packed with flavor! Prices are very reasonable, too! The atmosphere has such a cute, classic "diner" feel, with tons of classic cars and hot rods adorning the walls. The staff was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and accommodating to our every need! Great food, great prices, great atmosphere, and great people -- definitely a place we'll be back to!

Never disappoints the food is always fantastic. I had a pizza the others had Philly sandwich…read more Bella was a great server so bubbly and fun what a great asset to Jams. I Love the music it always makes me sing it takes me back to the 70's now I'm telling my age haha. It's always a great time. Thank you see you soon!!!

I'll start this by saying that the service was exceptional. The young lady was by herself handling…read morea large party, guests at the bar, and tables scattered around the dining room. This server definitely deserves 5 stars! Now, the food. We heard good things about the burgers. We didn't have a burger however, we had a Jamwich? I'm not sure if that's the name but it's the fried chicken sandwich with various sauces. And we also tried the santa fe grilled chicken sandwich. I'm not sure of the name on this one either. The fried chicken sandwich apparently comes with two sauces. I only saw one and asked for it on the side because I like to taste the ingredients first. Well, it come with A LOT of the other sauce - maybe a Chipotle type sauce. I mean it was drowned in the sauce. The chicken was cooked in appearance but it ate like it needed more time in the fryer. It was kind of tough to the bite. If you're a chef or cook, you know what I'm talking about. The garlic fries are basic sidewinder fries dressed with parm and garlic. The other chicken sandwich was actually more enjoyable but the fries on that one were very very subpar. They do give large portions and the food looks good in appearance. We may come back to try the burgers since that's what was recommended.

Destiny was our server she was great salad bar was excellent as always and don't forget the chicken…read morewings I'll take them over anybody

I love Sizzler. It is nostalgic for me, because when I was a little girl. If we got to go to the…read morelocal sizzler, growing up in Torrance, with my grandparents or my mom, it meant that it was payday! We didn't grow up with a lot so we didn't go to expensive restaurants. But when we got to go to Sizzler or Norms, it was a treat. I am in town visiting in Merced, and I have come to this location twice now. Once for dinner in June and again today for lunch. Both visits were amazing! And I am not saying that for the review, I mean it. The first time I came, I had dinner. I ordered the steak special, and I had one time trip to the salad bar. It's exactly how I remembered it. As a little girl growing up, because, as an adult, I don't honestly really go to Sizzler anymore, unless my mom says she wants to go, and my grandparents have been in heaven for about 20 years...so it brought back memories from my childhood for sure! And I love their iced tea too! What impressed me about today's visit is that the manager was at the the cashier station when I came today. I didn't look at her name tag right away. But she greeted me with familiarity, like she's met you before, we talked about the menu options. Because I wanted to go to the salad bar for a little salad. But I also want some protein, so she told me a way that I could have both and also save a little money. I followed her advice and then I told her what a great person she is to be working at the front end of the restaurant because I worked myself through college in the restaurant industry as well. Then I noticed her name tag, ANDREA, Manager. I smiled at her and I said, no wonder you're the manager. You are gifted at what you do. I put my stuff down on my table, and then I went to get my one time trip to the salad bar. As I was making my salad and getting my fruit, I heard her grieving the next couple of customers that came in. She was warm and friendly and welcoming to everyone. I'd stood out to me the most. Was this one gentleman wearing what looks like motorcycle attire? I don't know what to call it... He had a helmet in his hand. She said, "it's so great to see you again! Remind me of your name. I'll do my best to remember it for next time you're here"... I looked over at her, she was looking right at him and he looked exhausted and weary and hot... Her face was so warm and she looked at him with sincerity. Andrea is the manager at the Sizzler on Olive. My beautiful waitress is Ashleigh. She is going to have a baby in the fall, and she has the most beautiful smile ever. She is running this dining area like she is at home. Greeting everybody, welcoming everybody, and serving everyone like you're in her home dining room or living room. Look for her, the one with a pretty smile, having a baby in November, and you will be so blessed that you came to THIS SIZZLER! The food is great. Salabar's yummy. I personally love the iced tea. Cheese toast best in the world... At this SIZZLER, I came back for the hospitality, the customer service, and the warm smiles. And I'll be back again later this week!

My meals and service are always great here. We walked in during the busy lunch rush and we're…read moreseated within 10 minutes and attended to quickly.

Over the holidays, my girlfriend's family wanted to dine at Jantz for a family breakfast and we…read morewere lucky enough to grab a table on Christmas Eve morning. This was my second time at Jantz, and if you are a fan of all things breakfast and brunch in the 209, this place is solid. The cafe makes delicious coffee/lattes, lots of seasonal options which were cool to see. The prices match the portion size, and honestly most meals I've gotten could've been two small meals within one. On my last visit, I got the 3-meat omelette and there was no shortage of meat. All the protein I could ever want, and tasty too. The only thing I didn't like was their breakfast potatoes. Not much flavor and needs to be crispier to me. If you are looking for something sweet, the cinnamon roll is a great choice. Overall, great for breakfast and for small and large groups. The service is always kind and friendly. Definitely a family-run spot that's worth checking out if you are in the area.

Service was outstanding. Told server my sugar was low .Immediately got me orange juice .Food was ok…read morenot bad had a crepe and skillet. Place was clean and bright .

The food here is always great! The service even better! I've never had a bad experience here at…read moreall. Every staff I've encounter has always been great with us. Our servers always checks on us and you guys are on top with your drinks! It's one of the best restaurants with amazing service and fast service too I ever been! Y'all so welcoming too ! Lots of space here even for a busy day. I love the window how they face the street especially in raining days. There's server there, her name is Mariah and she's always so sweet and always checking up on us. Very polite and I've never seen her in a bad mood and to the cooks y'all are doing An amazing job back there thankyou !