Last Sunday while dining with a relative, I was made aware of a place called Backwoods Burgers…read morelocated in Oakdale, CA. As this person knew what kinds of foods I liked, and had just dined there, it went to the top of my "let's go" list. As I happened, today my wife had the day off so away we went. Wow is all I can start with. From the moment another held the door for us, to the friendly greeting and smile of the young lady who waited on us at the counter to the decor and design inside and out, we immediately loved it. We found what we needed on the simple menu, accommodations from the git go, to even having a knife to cut our burgers in have (we rarely eat the whole thing right away). SOLID experience all around. Two burgers, sweet potato fries, fried zucchini and two ice teas was our meal. The burgers were tasty, the sides great, the staff on point start to finish, Ashley was our server and did an OUTSTANDING job all the way. We even had another customer hold the door on the way out. When I went to take a picture as we left, another fellow stopped so as not to walk into my shot. Wow again. If you love burgers, and are nearby, you need to try these folks' fare. You won't regret it.

I always drive by here and was curious to go! They have little lights outside of their building…read morewhich you can't miss going down Oakdale street! I had always wanted to try it because it looked so inviting and I loved a good cheeseburger. We came with a party of 8 for my twin cousins birthdays and they were EXTREMELY nice and accommodating even though they do not take reservations they really helped us out to big tables together to include everyone and one of the servers with the long braid, forgot her name but gosh she was the SWEETEST and I love chatting with her! 10/10 service!! The food was absolutely delicious I noticed on the menu they sure has some GOOD lookin sandwiches but since it was my first time dining there, an their known for their burgers, I got the smashed cheeseburger which was SO good the cheese was delicately melted to perfection, I couldn't notice my cousin got the "mac and cheese burger" interesting choice but she had been there many times and swore on oh! Now the garlic fries and ranch? Those were spectacular! They even come out and sing happy birthday with banana pudding but we brought our own cake beverage it was such a big party. All and all it was DEElicious and I'd love to return to try their pesto chicken sandwich this place was perfection and made my cousins birthday dinner totally perfect!!!

Had fries there yesterday they were delicious and crispy! Burgers there are delicious. I often get…read morethem delivered and asked for extra extra extra extra pickles and they always come through. Good little Spot Downtown purd good, lives up to the name. I could have swore I wrote about the ambiance of this place! Kind of in a "I LOVE IT!" but because I do CARE! But still that kind of bouncing and jittery jukebox energy with good speakers and bass.

This is a super good burger. Very simple menu that is done well!…read moreThe burgers are smash burgers, that are seasoned to perfection. The fries and onion rings top it off. The establishment is very affordable and family friendly. The employees and always nice and super helpful. If you're in town please try Pretty Good Burger! Owners - I love the outdoor seating and we just need a few more tables and chairs!

I had the most intense craving for a burger yesterday and rather than hit up my usual place, I…read moredecided to check out Bro Burgers instead. My partner was the one who went in person to order and pick up the food; he had nothing but positive things to stay about the experience and the service! We decided on the Bro Burger, the Atomic Burger, and the loaded fries Overall, I was really pleased! The lacy, crispy edges of the burger are HEAVEN and the fact that you can pick up and put down the burger and it still holds it's shape?! Fantastic! It's not nearly as messy as my usual spot. Everything is reasonably priced, and a good value for what you receive. I wish the burgers were a tad bigger because I feel like two to myself would really slay my hunger. My only gripe is that they use crinkle fries for their French fries, which we all know is not a top-tier example of the capabilities of a potato BUT they were exceptionally cooked and held up against the sauces and condiments of the loaded fries. But still. Crinkle fries Booooooo. I'm definitely coming back though. In fact, two Bro Burgers sound perfect right about now...

Smash burgers were amazing. Lil bro has one patty which was super awesome flavor was awesome. The…read morehot one had 2 patties and the spicy flavor was just rite with the jalapeños. Garlic fries were crispy and hot great flavor. Service was amazing and super friendly. You kinda have to look for them once you turn into the parking lot. The coolest part was the connect four that you can play while you wait very trendy and the mini golf made the ambiance around the area worth the wait.

While traveling, we decided to go through the drive thru for lunch. This location is in a popular…read moreroad trip stop hub & has a sizable parking lot to accommodate the volume of cars. Two workers went down the line to take orders. Despite the cold weather & how busy she was, the lady who took our order was cheery & personable. I was impressed that we scooted along at a decent rate. Service at the pay & pick up windows was friendly & pleasant. A request for a kid's activity & extra box was met with no problem. We ordered a Cheeseburger, Double-Double, & a 3x2, (all plain for less messy eating on the road). We requested less salt on 2 burgers. We also got 2 orders of fries, extra well done. There's an inconsistency in the cook when I ask for extra well done fries at different In-N-Out locations, but here, it was the perfect crisp for me! Our yummy food was well-assembled & packaged. I was worried about the long line & volume of customers they had to handle, but I was very satisfied by the efficiency, meal quality, & pleasant demeanor of the workers we encountered.

Santa Nella is one of those long time pit stops along the I-5 corridor. The options for food have…read moregrown exponentially over the years. Of course In-N-Out Burger would plant itself a place here. Stopping here for a late lunch was quite the experience. Although somewhat secluded off the main road the signage to it can't be missed. They reach cell tower status in height. The place was packed with patrons. Even the outdoor seating, which is abundant, was overflowing, even with cold weather. I have to say they have their systems down pat and they know how to move product and people efficiently. The routine for ordering is like it is anywhere in this chain. Staff are always friendly and on the ball. Things move with precision! We ordered two No.2 meals with grilled onions and I immediately scouted out seating. Making a mad dash when a spot opened I planted myself firmly as a dozen others ran for that spot! The food was as to be expected, always consistently good and better quality than most places for the price. It was quick, satisfying and except for the crowd enjoyable. Oh, and why do so many folks own mega sized trucks and SUVs that barely fit in a parking space? Try navigating a mid-sized sedan between two of those "puppies" and trying to open the door to get out! The other observed, and rather sad, reality is the parking lot for the very long time institution, Andersons Pea Soup, was nearly empty. As we commented, try and convince your kids to have pea soup over a burger! Times have changed.

Food was good. Service was ok, waitress seemed stretched a little thin with customers.read more

Cathy's is such a cute and quaint little breakfast and lunch spot that instantly feels cozy and…read morewelcoming. The servers are always so kind, the service is amazing, and the food is consistently delicious. Just remember to bring cash, because it's cash only, but absolutely worth it.

Our Corvette club made a little drive from Sacramento to Lodi to visit IDOL Beer Works. I'm not…read moremuch of a beer drinker, but thankfully SQZ Burger basically shares a building with IDOL and we all placed an order at SQZ. My wife had the burger with cheese skirt and fries. I had the western bacon cheeseburger with fries and a strawberry shake. These burger was full of flavor and BIG! Not sure exactly how they make their fries, but they're amazing. And my strawberry shake was good also. We had about 45 people all land at the same time, and SQZ was able to quickly get us all served in short order. I do love the vibe of both SQZ & IDOL. It was a nice little drive both ways with an epic food stop in between.

First time here and pleasantly surprised that everything we ate was good. Had the western burger,…read morechicken strips and California chicken sandwich. I don't usually order chicken strips but glad we did. They were juicy. Fries and onion rings ha are great. Service was great too- no line and the place was nice and clean. Really surprised we were the only ones here but glad we had the place to ourselves.

Consistent , quality , and delicious burgers and sandwiches!…read more The chicken sandwiches are amazing. The burgers are awesome. For food to go just call ahead as they make everything fresh and cook when you order . plenty of seating inside and out and that's nice for a little lunch on the patio. And the best part is , it's the same small staff for years , always happy to see you , always consistent with quality and good food! The community here really does appreciate Lula 's good quality food wonder staff and for providing a staple of the community for trust and offering a welcoming environment we hungry people can just come have a really good meal at a decent price.

I tried the classic hot dog not a good idea! Stick with the…read moreburgers they are the best bang for your buck!

5-Star Review - Wing It, Oakdale, CA…read more It's always bittersweet when a great local spot makes a big change, and that's exactly how I feel about Wing It moving back to a food truck. On one hand, I'm definitely going to miss the convenience and comfort of their brick-and-mortar location -- but on the other hand, I'm genuinely happy and relieved that they're not going out of business. The wings are just too good to lose! Their flavors are bold, creative, and always cooked to perfection. Whether you like them spicy, sweet, or somewhere in between, Wing It always delivers. You can tell they care about quality and consistency, and it shows in every bite. What really makes this place special, though, is the team. The staff has always been friendly, fast, and down-to-earth -- just good people putting love into what they do. So while it's a little sad to see the restaurant close its doors, I'm excited to see them keep pushing forward with the truck. I'll definitely be following wherever they roll to next, because Wing It is still one of the best spots in Oakdale for wings and good vibes.

Super clean. Brand new spot in Oakdale. It's Not just Wings…read more- They are so sneaky! They have burgers, pulled pork, and chicken sandwiches. They have mac n cheese and multiple flavors of awesome fries. There's a bar with various things on tap (I honestly didn't pay much attention) The TVs were playing all my hubby's favorite shows - the car auctions, American Ninja Warrior, and other sports/man shows. The bathroom was clean. The service was quick. The man working (sorry I didn't get the name) was pleasant and helpful with asking all my questions. The food was NOT salty - my opinion - as others mentioned previously. Subtract half a point because they have Coca-Cola products & I'm a Pepsi gal. I will give 1/4 of that same point back because they had Pibb as an option. The meat for the burger ....was so good We will definitely be back....this time to try the wings.

Hi there, Bernard here. A few months ago, me and my family spent our entire night experiencing the…read morerich Mariposa culture inside the Hideout Saloon, and lucky us! It was karaoke night. We got to sing my son, Jombo's, favorite song, Drinking Problem by Midland. He is only 12 but already has the beautiful voice of an angel! The service in this wonderful establishment reminded me of the warm welcome feeling of when my Peepaw would make his signature grilled whiskey chicken recipe. Mariposa made me see California in a new light! As a native Iowa man, I have only seen the soft pudgy side of California, but the Hideout Saloon really is a place to go when you need to get your spark back in life. Have a beautiful day! Shalom!

Service: very friendly. We met both the owners & the cook. They made us feel so welcome…read more Food: excellent Best cod tacos I've ever had (special of the day). Their Loaded Not-choz was so big, three people can share & have their fill. The tri-tip, which we added was delicious - having the smokey flavor. A must try! The cook recommends to have us try the French Dip next time we stop by. We can't wait! If you are on your way to Yosemite, stop by in Mariposa & try this place. You won't regret it.

Our first time here was to see a band, and of course, we had to get food -- it was delicious! We…read moreshared the regular tri-tip plate and the tri-tip with fries, and everything was cooked perfectly. The bread was amazing too! The second time, we were in Turlock and decided to order ahead for pickup. We got two tri-tip sandwiches with a side of mac and cheese, and it was the perfect amount for our family of four. My kids loved it -- my son was actually obsessed with the tri-tip! Next time, I might just get him his own plate. Both times, the service was friendly and quick. It's definitely a spot worth checking out. Just a little tip -- sometimes the card reader can be finicky, so it's handy to have some cash. Super family-friendly place, and we absolutely love it!

I don't know, maybe I'll give it another chance at some point, but it wasn't for me. I am not…read moresnobby and can get down and dirty with the best of them, but I wasn't expecting everything to be outside and well, so "rustic". We had a little bit of everything food-wise. While everything was decent, our tri-tip was fairly dry, and I didn't find anything special enough to want to drive back out right away. We went on a night with music, and it was pretty packed. Adults, people with little kids, people drinking booze they brought from home, etc. Beers were $1 and $1.50 a can, so I'm guessing that's a huge draw. I do appreciate being able to throw them back without breaking the bank. The band was 3 guys who sorta/kinda knew which keys to play in, but again, not worth the drive. Make sure to wear a LOT of bug spray, consider carpooling with a DD to make parking easier, and plan your bathroom trips early since there is only one sad unisex bathroom inside, and a port-a-potty outside.