Food is on point!!! A little pricey but so worth every bite! They are so nice and very friendlyread more

To go orders messed me up twice, once on breakfast missing eggs now a French dip no auju. The food…read moreis great and I know it's a busy place but everytime I go and pay at the to go window noone is ever present or acknowledges me. Waited maybe 5 mins before paying for the to go order.

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

Service food, creativity... For breakfast and lunch as well as incredible mocha in the coolest…read morecups!!

This place is always paced and today I managed to get a table during a low rush time…read more The staff was so friendly and welcoming, helped me order my brunch and provided a recommendation. The decoration in the cafe is Hispanic style and very charming. My brunch was wonderful & it satisfied my pregnancy cravings!

Such a cute place and great breakfast!…read more Visited on a Friday morning for brunch. They were moderately busy with parties inside and outside but we were seated fairly quickly. We ordered: Breakfast Tots Grilled Fruit & Brie Berry lemon cheesecake waffle Coffee flight Everything was amazing. I love tater tots and adding the breakfast staples on top made it 5x better. The only thing that would knock it out of the park is some salsa. My friend enjoyed their grilled fruit and Brie. I really enjoyed the berry lemon cheesecake waffle. The waffle was light but perfectly crisped. Presentation was 10/10. Located in downtown Riverbank. Really cute downtown. Worth the detour and drive. Looking forward to coming back.

I've been here twice now -- once last August and once earlier this month -- and both times were…read moreSundays (important for the later part of this review). If you're planning a Saturday or Sunday visit you definitely want to make a reservation! Based off my first visit I would have give this place 4 stars. The drinks are delicious, the food is incredible with good portions, and everything of course looks great visually as well. The main con the first visit was that service was extremely slow and there was a drink ordered that was completely forgotten about, however they were clearly short staffed and when we did have service she was very apologetic and friendly and comped the beverage so we had no complaints. We went back this month for my birthday and while everything we did have was once again delicious, they were out of a decent portion of the menu. Off the top of my head they were out of all flavors of deviled eggs, pulled pork, tuna for the poke stack and poke bowl, risotto balls, some wines, and a couple other things I don't recall. The first couple times the waitress said something we wanted was out we didn't mind and pivoted, especially since she said those were the only items they were out of. However, it quickly became evident that was not the case. She said the reason was it was Sunday and they are only open Thursday-Sunday so they often run out of stock during the Sunday rush. Like I said earlier, the last time I was there on a Sunday there was no issue with items being unavailable, and I feel like if this is a recurring issue maybe that's something that should be looked at when ordering for the week? But I also am not in the restaurant business so who knows maybe this isn't that unusual. It was just a bummer to go for my birthday excited to try certain things, only to ultimately end up with a chicken Caesar salad (which was still good though!). There were still pros with this recent visit, again everything looked and tasted great and the service was friendly and much quicker than the previous visit. The mimosa flights are fun and there's a ton of flavors to choose from. We got a seasonal peach toast appetizer to share and it was so good. I look forward to coming back soon to give it another shot and will update once I do!

This was our first visit to Lucille, and I'm pretty sure it won't be our last…read more I arrived about 15 minutes before their lunch service officially began at 11:00 and threw them a little curve by asking if I could order lunch early. They rolled with it without hesitation, which I always appreciate. My wife was meeting me a little later, and they timed everything beautifully. The food was on the table only about five minutes before she arrived, and with warm sandwiches and soup involved, the timing mattered. Everything was just the right temperature when we sat down to eat. We both ordered the Uptown Gal--roast beef, giardiniera, Dijon aioli, arugula, and white cheddar on house focaccia. The flavors were spot on, and these are substantial sandwiches. In fact, next time we could probably share one. We also shared the jalapeño Parmesan artichoke dip, which was excellent. We enjoyed some there and brought the rest home. The soups didn't have the same opportunity--we polished those off pretty quickly. Very flavorful. The iced tea was clearly freshly brewed and quite strong, which I actually prefer because I can adjust it to taste. It came in a generously sized glass as well. Lucille is a small place, but they've made very good use of the space. The interior is attractive and has a slightly modern, new-age feel. There was a steady stream of people dining in and picking up orders, and it wouldn't take many more customers to fill the place. I also noticed a nice wine selection and an espresso machine. One other thing stood out: the employees seemed genuinely happy to be there. Lots of smiles and a pleasant atmosphere throughout our visit. Excellent food, generous portions, good timing, and a staff willing to accommodate a customer who showed up a little ahead of schedule. An easy five stars from us.

The service is ALWAYS amazing…read more On this day, I got a soup of the day and one of the sandwiches I can not remember the name of, nor did I take a picture. However it was DELICIOUS! It had roasted turkey, avocado, tomato and on a roll. The soup of the day was an Orzo soup. I wish it would have been hotter and more soup like, but it was STILL DELICIOUS. I do get kinda disappointed when I go in there because they have tea, but no lemonade and I'd love an Arnold Palmer... They should put that on their menu I did order the coffee cake. It was good, but I wish there was something more to it. It was a little dry.

Food is good, good timing. Sitting time was good. Service exceptional! Family enjoyed time together.read more

Really yummy food, a gem for Modesto! I came for a work trip and barely ate for 2-3 because I did…read morenot like any food. I was very impressed by the food and it's delivery. A very cute spot for brunch, I highly recommend. The watermelon drink wasn't my favorite, but I would definitely try another Mocktail. My waitress was a darling and gave great service. the bathroom was also clean.

My boyfriend took me to eat at the Velvet Creamery for breakfast after a doctors appointment we…read morewere in town for. I had never been here before but he remembered eating here as a kid with his family and always talked about it. The parking lot was packed and there were ALOT of people inside as well as a few large parties, but we were greeted and seated as soon as we entered. Someone came over and took our drink orders while we looked at the menu, though the restaurant was busy it wasn't too loud, and we could easily have a conversation. My boyfriend ordered the Croissant Breakfast Sandwich with Hashbrowns & I ordered the Breakfast Combo #3 - their famous "baked here" French Toast, two eggs & choice of breakfast meat. I am extremely picky when it comes to French Toast, but this was really good, fluffy but crisp edges and a great flavor. Their portions were large, with very reasonable prices. They had a counter front ice cream bar that we did not partake in, however we may do so on our next trip. We will be back in the future.

I used to visit Velvet Grill & Creamery on McHenry Avenue many years ago and enjoyed it very much…read more Unfortunately, its conduct during the COVID pandemic permanently soured those memories. As reported by local news outlets, the restaurant continued indoor dining in violation of public-health orders, despite cease-and-desist notices and mounting fines. The company ultimately paid a $10,000 settlement to the city over violations at its two Modesto locations. To me, that flagrant disregard for rules intended to protect the health and safety of our fellow Modestans showed an unacceptable lack of concern for the community. In good conscience, I would never eat there again. I have not forgotten that behavior, and I never will.

My girlfriend and I came here and absolutely enjoyed everything. It was my first time, my…read moregirlfriend recommended me to come here ! We got 2 drinks (Taro boba milk tea, and raspberry smoothie), pizza bagels with the best fillings such as tasty turkey, lettuce, tomato's, etc. And a pistachio muffin I enjoyed everything, the drinks were so delicious, the bagels chefs kiss !! I would come again and have another :) Lovely service as well.

Great spot for a fresh breakfast or deli meal. The ingredients taste fresh, and there are plenty of…read moregood options to choose from. The bagels are delicious, and it's a great place to stop by whether you're looking for a quick breakfast or something more filling for lunch. The only downside is that the inside is a little cramped, with limited seating space. The restroom could also use some attention and cleaning. Overall, the food is definitely worth coming back for, but improving the space and restroom would make the experience even better!

The food is always delicious and comes out very fast. Servers are prompt and helpful, and the…read moredrinks are fabulous! A favorite go-to spot!!

We've been coming to Harvest Moon for years, and this certainly isn't my first review! It's been a…read morefew years since I last wrote one, but some things deserve to be said more than once, especially when a restaurant continues to get it right. We absolutely love coming here for breakfast. The food has been consistently great over the years, and that's something we really appreciate. Anyone can serve a good meal once, but doing it year after year is what separates a good restaurant from a great one. We particularly enjoy visiting on weekends. Parking is easy, the food is always enjoyable, and the service comes with a smile. There's something refreshing about a place where you know what to expect, and they continue to deliver. We've eaten at plenty of breakfast spots over the years, but Harvest Moon remains one of our favorites. Good food, friendly service, and consistency year after year. What more could you ask for? We'll keep coming back, and I suspect I'll be writing another positive review a few years from now

David G! Amazing 10/10…read more He puts the G in Gnocchi ‍ Great customer service. Coming back soon.

Kai was amazing !Made our experience worth it !Recommend the drinks and chicken piccata !read more