Every time we drive home from Monterey, I always see the big red Yelp sign that reads best BBQ…read more That sign did its' job and it got me intrigued and grabbed my attention. We finally got the chance to check it out. We arrived on a Saturday afternoon for lunch. The Prunedale Market is located along side the highway 101 freeway in the small town of Prunedale. It just takes a few long right turns to get there. Parking is easy and accessible out in the front parking lot. From the front, the market does not look like a popular BBQ spot. It looks like a simple small market store to grab quick snacks and drinks. Once inside there is a BBQ and deli section to your right. A small dining area is to your left. The decor is old fashioned and quaint. The 2 gentlemen greet you with friendly hospitality. We ordered the Tri tip sandwich, half slab of ribs which includes 2 potatoes and a cup of corn chowder. The pit master/owner Martin, who use to work for Original Joe's, was kind enough to also include a quarter chicken leg, a sausage, and extra ribs. It was so much food for our party of 3. Everything was delicious and hearty. The Tri tip sandwich was scrumptious with the flaming Fritos adding a nice crunchy texture and kick with every bite. The ribs were juicy and smokey. Potatoes complemented very well with the rest of the meat and chicken. Corn chowder was so tasty and creamy. I did not know corn chowder was that good. Overall we enjoyed our experience at the Prunedale Market. The staff were super nice and accommodating. They even offered for our son to grab some free ice cream to go. We politely declined. The prices were very reasonable. All that food fed us for the next 2 days. Lol. We hope to be back when we are in the area with other friends and family.

Passing thru Prunedale on regular basis, I always see the barbque sign on the hill. I always like…read moreto support local businesses (being from Morgan hill). Now this place is a bit difficult to find, and they only take cash, but DAMN! What a find! And Martin, the owner, amazing. Had the tritip and he gave me sausage sampler, delicious! We will be regulars!!

Even though it's a chain, it feels like a family business! They have great sandwiches and salads…read morewhere you can really taste the fresh ingredients. Rena and the rest of the team are always friendly and provide great service.

First timer here, ordered take out food was neatly wrapped reminded me a lot of the old togos's one…read moreof my all time favorites ! I chose this restaurant because i have a love of sandwiches , primarily in my area of Salinas... some other places that have been around for a very long time so read my review with that in mind please... As much as i enjoy giving 5 stars reviews to promote new and older businesses local! i must be very honest. I ordered a turkey sandwich with garlic pesto sauce, added extra meat and it came with cheese and lettuce tomatoes. i love sourdough a lot... my bread was very difficult to even bite into literally. I have to say the meat was minimal a thin slice of cheese and i could barely see the added avacado we added. i was hungry the size of sandwich as or looked big 8 inch. i as handed my sandwich and hubby says i hope you enjoy as it was $25 for the sandwich so i knew before i unwrapped it! I'm sorry, but i probably would have to give a 2 for the sauce taste of a hint of garlic pesto sauce is green usually and overall this sandwich was just A lot of "bread" not worth $25 i feel it could of been better ! for the extras we added and barely saw any of it period. In my opinion people making sandwiches either didn't weigh the amount of meats out in sandwiches and don't understand the extra and how much it costed. The presentation of sandwich was very professional. but not worth $25 at all. I hope management sees this review because i was hoping this would have been my new place for a good sandwich. the menu has so many selections. but unfortunately i can't see chancing spending $50 for two sandwich meals also side note: i didn't order full meal either no chips of drink. please give quality and quantity new time to avoid un happy customers. thanks anyways, i hope this place improves for future customers and maybe one day i'll try again?! just a lot of $$ for very little food and mostly bread and way to hard to eat... regards, Corina

Best sandwich shop in Monterey hands down. The owner has always been very helpful and kind.Been…read morecoming here for the past three years and have never had a bad sandwich or experience with them and I go in pretty consistently. The brucetta chicken and Philly cheesesteak are my favorites I consistently crave them. The vibe in the restaurant is amazing too lots of locally made goodie's for sale and some old school videos game consoles. Cutest family owned sandwich shop ever hands down.

Warmly greeted by father and son duo. What a cool and pleasant surprise. Not sure the kids age but…read moregood for him for helping out at the store. He worked with professionalism and proper service. I can always respect a good father and this was evident here. We ordered a selection of sandwiches. Loved mine. It was the cape cod turkey. Cranberry mayo was different but totally worked. Loved the sprouts that filled the sandwich. In the store is not only some fun arcade machines, but a lot of local artwork and merchandise. All very cool stuff. Loved local supporting local! Come check this place out.

We stumbled across this place as we love BBQ. It did not disappoint! One of the best BBQ joints…read morewe have ever been to! Definitely worth a side trip off the 101 freeway if you are in the area!!!

Omggg!! First time driving through and had to stop by to try out the Smoke Point. We heard great…read morethings and can confirm everything we heard. Service from Jordann and Cam was so friendly and speedy. Loved the cozy ambiance of the restaurant. Food was ON POINT! Brisket was the best in California - Juicy, just the right amount of fat all surrounded by a beautiful bark. Drinks were delish too. Try their seasonal boozy slushies (and their pitcher of beer!). I don't live in the area, but i'll make the hour drive next time the craving for BBQ comes knocking.

I'm not much of a going out type, but I really enjoyed my time here. It's quiet and the environment…read moreis warm. They serve food, wine, beer, and have tvs with the football game on. The service was great. Shannon was amazing and super friendly. We ordered a flight of beer and the ones she suggested were really good. She also checked in on us to see if we wanted to order food before the kitchen closed, but we decided not to eat. We will next time for sure. Overall this place is welcoming and fun. Shannon did let us know they also have events and live music through the week, so we're excited to come back and visit again.

I used to love this place, but it has changed so much, first the prices went up, which I understand…read moresince everything in price went up. But still overpriced the tri tip is still good, but for some reason the last couple of times I've been there the food is cold and worse of all the beer is lukewarm I let the owner know but I was ignored. I guess there usual customers like it like that.

Like me, you might have driven by many times, imagining what those fried artichokes are like -- the…read moreones advertised on hand-made signs visible from the highway. Well, dear reader, I couldn't encourage you more strongly to hit the brakes next time and run right in to order some. They are perfect on a level that only an in-person experience can explain. And those signs, the ones that feel like they're screaming at you, are in fact telling you exactly what you need to know. Order the fried artichokes.

The food was very delicious and bountiful. The cafe was very clean and the service was excellent…read more Our server was polite and fast. Our breakfast also came out quickly. The owner was also walking around making sure everyone was happy with their food and with the service. Great place to visit. We can't wait to go back.

Don't let the gas station location fool you -- that's correct! This spot serves some seriously…read moreamazing food. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and the portions were incredibly generous. The hospitality was just as impressive as the food; the staff made us feel genuinely welcome. One thing to note: on holidays and busy weekends, they do sell out of some popular items, so it's worth planning ahead or getting there early. Definitely a hidden gem and absolutely a place I'd stop by again.

Its a pickup place inside a gas station, They have open…read morekitchen and make wraps fresh in front of you. Tried chicken shawarma wrap and food did have butter, but was tasty . It was more of frankie and not pita wrap. It wasnt busy so we could get food in 10-15 mins.

One of the busier lunch spots in San Juan Bautista, Lolla's is getting something right. Despite…read morethe shortage of seating. The BTLT (bacon, lettuce,tomato,Lolla sauce) with avocado delivered on others' reviews. The brie/bacon/jam, however, was too sweet with way too much berry jam. Nearly inedible - had to be deconstructed to ingest the cheese and bacon. Otherwise it was an overly sweet dessert. And lacking in a crisp or green counterpoint. Both sandwiches could've used edible sides/garnishes of vegetable or fruit.

Unfortunately, our experience with the sandwiches was disappointing. Despite the five-star reviews,…read morewe found the sandwiches bland, lacking meat, and overpriced for what was offered. The owner's customer service is insincere, and the atmosphere left much to be desired.

Spectacular presentation. Every bite was delicious…read more Plenty of food for over a 100 people.

The food and service was amazing! My family and I really enjoyed their chicken sandwiches as well…read moreas chatting with the staff. Super friendly and kind. Can't wait to come back!

We had Gabe's Food Truck out to our home for our daughter's 10th birthday, and the entire…read moreexperience was fantastic. The crew was incredibly friendly, accommodating, and genuinely seemed happy to be there. Their process was smooth/easy and they treated our guests like family, and, most importantly, the food was stellar! Every item on the curated menu was fresh, delicious, and a huge hit with both the kids and adults. Great food, great people, and excellent service from start to finish. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and would absolutely recommend Gabe's for any party or special event!

Came here for a quick bite after work. I they specialise in burgers but i went with the tacos. I…read moregot two fish and one shrimp taco. I thought it was good. I should have asked for hot sauce because while the shrimp taco had a little kick the fish didn't. But they were pretty tasty. The three were $15 and that's a little pricey but they are a good size. The fries were good too, about what you'd get at a fast casual restaurant. The staff were friendly and I got my food pretty quickly. They're in the parking lot of the Country Kitchen so it's easy to find parking. They' give you a beeper so you can sit in your car to wait if the weather is poor, or just if you want to sit. Their truck looks well taken care of and has a nice logo on it.