We came to eat here one random weekday after work. We've been here before for breakfast, and it's…read moreusually packed. However, on a late afternoon weekend, we found plenty of parking and ample seating. Staff was amazing and incredibly attentive. The pasta was okay, and I really regret not sticking with breakfast. Service: 5/5 Food: 3.5/5

Had lunch at The Secret Garden in Modesto and it was such a cute little spot! The restaurant is…read morereally pretty and has lots of cute areas that would be perfect for pictures. I tried the Cloud Champagne & Vodka Mimosa and it was actually pretty strong, but in a good way . One had me feeling tipsy, and I already know two would have me on another level! I also got the Philly cheesesteak and it was really yummy. Overall, it was a fun little lunch with good food, strong drinks, and a cute atmosphere. I'd definitely come back! The service was fantastic as well. *** our lunch for 2 was $56

I have left wonderful reviews in the past for this place but I have to share my experience…read morerecently. My boyfriend and I have been to Standard Pub several times during the day, and every visit has been fantastic. We've enjoyed the food, drinks, and even had the pleasure of speaking with the owner on multiple occasions. The service was always welcoming, and the food was consistently phenomenal. Because of those great experiences, we decided to bring some friends on a Saturday night. We arrived around 7:30 PM, and the atmosphere looked promising. There appeared to be a DJ setting up, and the crowd seemed excited for a night of music, food, and drinks. Unfortunately, our experience that evening was completely different from what we had come to expect. We ordered food and drinks, and while our server wasn't outright rude, he seemed uninterested in providing the level of service we had previously received. As the night went on, things became increasingly odd. Shortly after ordering another round of drinks, while our drinks were still full and we had just received them, the server approached our table and asked if we were finished. My boyfriend jokingly responded, "No, let me talk to your manager," and laughed, assuming the server was joking as well. The server responded, "Yeah, it's my brother," but with an attitude that left everyone at our table looking at each other wondering what had just happened. He then informed us that we needed to put a credit card on file. At that point, we had already been there for over an hour, and it seemed strange that this requirement was only being brought up then. We also noticed that no other tables around us were being asked for a card. The most disappointing part came when we received the bill. There was an additional $60 service charge added--$35 on my friends' bill and $25 on ours. Confused, we asked for an explanation. The explanations we received kept changing. First, we were told it was because my boyfriend was sitting with another group, which was completely false. Then we were told it was because the bill exceeded $100. After that, we were told it was because there were more than six people in our party, despite there only being four of us. The inconsistent explanations were frustrating and made it feel as though the staff were simply making up reasons to justify the charge. Our issue wasn't necessarily with a service fee itself--it was the lack of disclosure and the conflicting stories we were given when we asked about it. To make matters worse, the receipt also included a separate line for an additional tip. After discussing it with them and explaining that additional charges should be clearly communicated to customers, the service charge was ultimately removed. This review is not a reflection of the food, which remains excellent, nor of our previous experiences at Standard Pub. It is solely based on the service and handling of the situation during our Saturday night visit. We left feeling disappointed and confused, especially because this establishment had earned our trust through many positive visits in the past. I sincerely hope this was an isolated incident and that management addresses these issues so other customers don't have a similar experience

The pub is located in a corner of a strip mall. Doesn't seem much on the outside but I was…read morepleasantly surprise when I walked in. It is bigger than I imagine and the ambiance was nice. 16 draft beer on tap and a wide varieties of mix cocktails. A good food menu. There are special offering on certain day. Went there for the World Cup games 3 times so far and I enjoyed the visit each time. Look like you can make reservations for tables on game day. Service was friendly as I sat at the bar. Go check out this hidden gem and it could be your favorite hangout spot in the future.

Tried the steak pasta and my husband had the seafood pasta. Both were delicious. I would change a…read morefew things in the steak pasta. I would have bigger pieces of asparagus, more mushrooms and a little bit less sauce. I feel this would make it perfect.

What a lovely evening, our server Heather was so wonderful. Food was delicious and it was such a…read morerelaxed enjoyable no rush evening. Thanks for creating such a calm environment to celebrate our anniversary.

Brandie's drinks are the best, refreshing, and her service and attentiveness is always above and…read morebeyond. Her humor and personality is why I'll be back!

Was heading to an event in the area and we wanted to grab a bite to eat that had a bar. I looked up…read morethis location and it fit the bill of what we were looking for. We arrived around 4pm on a Friday and a few patrons were inside at the bar. We decided to sit at the bar to get a drink and food. Brandie helped up and she had a very upbeat personality. She was having a chat with a few other customers who seemed to be regulars but was still attentive to us the whole time. She made you feel like a friend! We ordered the steak sandwich and a chicken quesadillas along with our drinks. Both were really good! The steak sandwich was especially good. The place has ample seating inside a lot of parking outside. There are also plenty of TVs to catch any of your favorite sports games. It looks like this place can get busy with sports events and during weekend nights. I recommend their business!

The food service here was quick and the actual food amazing. The casual ambiance was great…read more As a person who can't eat beef I've experienced a lot of underwhelming chicken sandwiches and burgers. I loved how the chicken in theirs was flat and covered the entire bun verses others who have a large breast that covers half the bun. I went with several people who all thought their food was wonderful. Their fries were thin and crispy and delicious. We plan to come back.

First time here since moving in the area. Met up with some friends and got some good foods and…read moredranks. Came in around lunch time and it wasn't busy. Staff were friendly and there were menus for the drinks and food. They also had indoor and outdoor seatings. Majority of their menu were handhelds and shareable which is understandable since it's more or a brewery/bar setting. I got the Caesar salad with no chicken as well as the truffle fries. Truffle fries were very good and seasoned. Caesar salad was okay, most of the lettuce was already soggy but i should have asked for the sauce on the side. It seems like their tacos and handhelds are really popular so I'll try that next time. Overall good foods and good times. I'll come back.

I think this meal would've been spot had it not been for the calamari being slightly, just slightly…read moreundercooked and a little too soft. The pizza was really good and the service was friendly. I would try again

Maxi's Bar at the DoubleTree -- The Team That Keeps Me Coming Back…read more Let me tell you something about this place: You do not just walk into Maxi's for a drink.....you walk into a scene. Not the dramatic kind... the good kind. The kind where everyone is doing their own thing, the energy is light, and somehow the universe decides to let you breathe a little easier. Dino Dino is the kind of guy who can greet you without saying a word. You walk in, he looks up, gives you that "I see you" nod, and suddenly the whole day feels better. Steady hands, steady presence, and the type of human you're just glad exists in the world. If there was a Hall of Fame for good dudes quietly making the world nicer, Dino is already in it. Teresa Teresa is a whole mood. A whole vibe. A whole comedy sketch without trying. She will be pouring a drink, ask out loud "Single?!" and somehow you will look around the room like the universe is sending you a message, only to find out she was talking to you the whole time. Her smile is genuine, her timing is perfect, and she makes you feel like you just handed her the winning lottery numbers by simply answering a question honestly. She is the secret sauce of Maxi's, bright, sharp, and the kind of person who makes a quiet night fun. Ron (...yes, Ron) Now listen.... you have not lived until you have watched Ron run this place like he owns shares in time itself. He is direct. Efficient. Sometimes unintentionally hilarious. And absolutely part of the charm. Ron will tell you exactly what is what with the energy of a man who has already worked three shifts today. But here is the thing: he cares. He hustles. He keeps everything moving. And you cannot help but respect the guy. He' is the engine behind the bar, whether he admits it or not. The Room Soft lighting. Clean counters. A bar that feels like neutral ground, a place where the day calms down, the conversations soften, and the flowers (yes, the bouquet on the table) somehow match the mood perfectly. It is the kind of spot where you can sit with a beer and lime, watch the world do its thing, and know you are exactly where you are supposed to be. Final Word Maxi's is more than a hotel bar.... it's a little pocket of peace with a staff that makes it feel like home. Dino keeps it cool, Teresa brings the spark, and Ron... well, Ron makes sure the ship sails whether the rest of us know the route or not. Five stars. Easy. Wish I could give them six. I'll be back....and they already know it.

Chef is an amazing creator of fine food! Love the people…read morewho host Great atmosphere Favorite is their filet Mmmmm

We walked in and were warmly greeted. We came kind of late for lunch and too early for dinner so…read morethe restaurant was quite with only one other table with activity. We found out later that table was also celebrating someone's birthday. We were offered water right away and then we ordered our adult beverages. Yes kinda early but it was my friend's birthday so we each ordered a nice refreshing brew. We asked for tasters before deciding on the blood orange for me and the light colored beer for her. I ordered the crispy chicken sandwich and fries. There was a healthy ordering of chicken that surprisingly I finished every bite. My friend had some of her sandwich to take home. She also ordered a salad. Good for her!

Had an overnight work trip that had me in Modesto so I was trying to find something fun to eat…read more After a bit of research I found this place. I showed up around 7pm and I thought it might have been closed because no one was here. But they were open. I ordered a Bauer burger with the house seasoned fries. They asked how I'd like the egg cooked and the burger cooked: I asked for medium for both. Given how dead the place was, it did take a minute to get my food. The burger was ok, not worth $21. The bun fell apart very quickly which is a bit of a cardinal sin in the burger game. The bacon on the burger was not bacon strips but a bit of bacon crumble. The patty was a bit overcooked so it was dry and it wasn't seasoned so it was bland. The egg was cooked perfectly, but the aioli and the egg yolk with a disintegrated bun made for a huge mess. The fries were interesting. The house seasoned fries are not salted. So the fries were almost sweet due to the spices, but no salt. And they do not have regular table ketchup or malt vinegar. I did ask for some ketchup and they brought me their house ketchup. While not like a classic ketchup, it was actually quite good. Oh, be aware. They will charge you a 4% fee when they bring you the check (what would have happened if I'd paid with cash?). I do not see anywhere on the menu where they say their is a payment fee so that is a pretty shady business practice. Overall: meh. I think for the price point the burger should have been great, but sadly I can't say it was great or even good. I'd likely not return.

Food menu was so on point. Everything sounded good! Everything was delicious! The restaurant had a…read moregood amount of people and we got a nice table right away. Our waitress was so nice and in a good mood so that was nice too. The restaurant doesn't have have music and I liked that, we could actually have a conversation and not yell at each other. Lol our food was super flavorful and we will be back! The ketchup had a unique & I will say my black berry coulis & Brie burger was delicious. I loved the flavor combo. The seasoning on the fries and the Mac and cheese was also unique and kind of sweet.

Came in Saturday 8/1 for an early lunch with my family, there was six of us, including my nephew…read more We were greeted right away and chose to sit at the booths. The restaurant was busy and the bar was full. I noticed only one server/bartender working. And she was doing amazing. Any refills, sauces, forks etc- she brought them out without us having to ask. She was really helpful with the menu, it was our first time. The food was great and came out quickly. I would definitely recommend to anyone wanting good BBQ, and great service.

My first time visiting Twisted Pig was a fantastic experience. The menu looked like it had a lot of…read moregood options, and our waitress, Lauran, was helpful enough to take the time to give me a great recommendation. She suggested the brisket fries and the Prize Pig burger, both of which were excellent. She was very friendly and always smiling, and even though it was busy, she still provided excellent service. Her attentiveness made our visit truly special--I will certainly be coming back to try more of what was on the menu!

My wife enjoyed Rivets so much last time I took her, that she asked to return. This time all was…read moregreat, she thoroughly enjoyed her meal and drinks as did I, the service was again nicely given and the ambiance was enhanced for my wife when she found the pin ball games. Solid five of five. Guess we will be coming back.

Rivets is neither here nor there. Always great service and friendliness, as soon as you walk in…read more Food is good and I feel like this would be a go-to place because it's convenient, and wish the table seating wasn't so "Perkos" like. I will come here again, because I want to sit at the bar and see how that goes