Mountain Mike&#x27;s Pizza

Went into Flappy's twice this past week - Wing Wednesday with my leadership team from work & again…read moreSaturday for a late lunch with my family. We are so sad that Flappy's is closing their doors permanently today. The Vibe is always so fun, the staff is super friendly and the food & drinks are always great. Best Garlic Parm Wings I have ever had, and love the Chonky Sticks. It is such a huge loss to the community :( We are deff going to miss the food, the drinks, and all the memories we've had over the years. Here's to one last round...

Goodbye Flappys! We'll miss you terribly! Great employee's…read moreand food! Best of luck to y'all

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Viney's Italian Kitchen

3.5(150 reviews)

1.2 mi

We've been wanting to try this place for a while now. It just off the main road through downtown…read moreSonora. The place is a little dated but is very nice. They serve Italian and Indian food an odd combo but we like both so we decided to give it a go. The service was great, but we were also the only ones there most of the time! I played it safe with a classic butter chicken Indian dish and Viney knocked it out of the park. He said he can make it even spicier on request. My wife needs to avoid gluten and the waitress was happy to let us know that they are able to make any of the pasta dishes gluten free! My wife had the Chicken Alfredo and Vinny whipped up a dish especially for her. The pasta was good, the chicken was good but the sauce left something to be desired. Overall, we'll probably try this place again but we're not rushing to go back. Our experience was a 3 but it feels like this place should be a 4.

Very nice small restaurant hidden behind the main strip in Sonora. The staff are friendly and happy…read moreand the food was very good. This would be a very nice stop for lunch since the portions were on the smaller side but very delicious.

Dessert Menu

My huge calzone! $10.99

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Veggie stuffed pizza

Emberz

4.0(784 reviews)

Came here for dinner with my family. The hostess showed us to our table. We didnt have to wait…read more Our server was very friendly. They didnt have a printed kids menu but he helped my kids choose their food. We got ourselves some food and drinks as well. Everything came out fairly quickly. 1. The fancy fondue was very yummy. It came with toasted sourdough bread. 2. Garlic bread was also good. We dipped that into the fondue once we were done with the sourdough. It enhanced the taste further. 3. Kids loved the pepperoni pizza and fish & chips. 4. Our server also accommodated our request for a half and half garlic chicken pizza with no meat on one side. The pizza came out great. We didnt even leave the edges 5. For drinks we got the old fashioned and birthday cake which were both great. Will definitely be back here if in the area.

I was meeting up with a friend for happy hour and Emberz looked appealing, especially with their…read morehappy hour pricing. Pizzas and starters are $3 off, and cocktails are $2 off. Their happy hour is DAILY from 14:00-16:00. The restaurant was pretty busy on a Sunday, but we didn't have to wait long for a table. Our server was attentive and friendly. For our cocktails, my friend went with the Huckleberry lemonade, while I went with the pomegranate whiskey sour. She thoroughly enjoyed her cocktail, and so did I. At that price point, I didn't expect much, but it was a solid cocktail, although not as strong as what I'd normally get elsewhere. The clam chowder sounded really good, and I couldn't help myself, so I ordered it. My friend is not a fan of seafood, so the chowder was all for me. The crostini was very nicely toasted and I loved dipping it into the chowder. I was also pleasantly surprised by the flavor and quality of the clam chowder. It was packed with a ton of clams, and was perfectly hearty without being heavy. We opted to share the fallen apple pizza, which was the perfect choice. The dough was pillowy and light, and the toppings delicious. I would have liked more apple slices, as it didn't seem like they were very prominent, and for the balsamic drizzle to be more uniform, but overall it was a solid pizza. I took leftover pizza home, and my husband enjoyed it for dinner. We heated it up in the air fryer and that was the way to go. While it was a little noisy in the restaurant, mainly due to a large group seated next to us, we still had a good experience, and the booth seating was comfy. I would love to bring my husband back to try more happy hour menu items next time we visit Sonora! The price point is seriously hard to beat, and Emberz is a solid spot for hanging out and having a good time.

Steamed clams

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Mandwich

St Charles Saloon

4.7(283 reviews)

4.6 mi

My wife dragged me to the Cinco de Mayo celebration at Columbia State Park, and while the event…read moreitself wasn't really my scene, the trip became worth it the second we walked into St Charles Saloon. Great beer selection on tap--including the Red Trolley Ale from Karl Strauss--and the pizza was outstanding. Honestly, I don't understand how a place this small can make such a delicious pizza. We ordered two extra-large pizzas, and they were so good the leftovers got eaten on the ride home and again later that night. Big shoutout to our waitress (brunette with a nose piercing--wish I got her name). She was fantastic, attentive, and kept up with our crew of soda-loving kids without missing a beat. Fast service, great food, cold beer. If I ever end up back in Columbia State Park, this will absolutely be my first stop.

Got St. Charles Saloon pizza delivered (thanks hahaha) - and what a treat it was!…read more Love this place, and wanted to see if it could hold the test of the long journey back to the Bay. Popped it into the air fryer, and it turned out fine :) I wanna say... the size is smaller than I remembered but I also can't confirm. And yeah, next time, I'm gonna either see if they have their hamburger pizza or just get a marinara pizza with chicken and basil (or just their Margherita). Reallllly wish this place was closer to the Bay, but appreciate it again for having someone who visits Columbia enough to deliver to me :)

Lunch area

Motherlode (medium) to-go

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Half Motherload, half pepperoni & sausage

Mike's Pizza of Sonora

4.1(354 reviews)

2.4 mi

Locally owned & operated

Gluten-free friendly

Amazing pizza, my favorite anywhere. Great fast service! Never had a bad experience. Always fresh…read moreand good

One of the unique staples of Sonora or the Valley! I've been eating here since I was 10 back when I…read moreplayed Soccer. Great venue for sports teams or out of towners who want to experience something only found here. Cheap beer, arcades, and good red brick interior design for a date. My go to pizza is the The Everest. But you can customize & get thin/ thick crust any topping. Special thanks for Reed & Ethan for customer service you only get at an Italian Restaurant. But the over all vibes are only found here near the Valley! They also do Delivery!

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Pizza Plus

4.4(117 reviews)

3.4 mi

I've been to Pizza Plus twice now and it hasn't disappointed. Mark, the owner, was there one of the…read moretimes, and you can tell he really loves his craft and takes pride in his business after 32 years. That kind of dedication shows. The pizza is made with fresh ingredients, and I was surprised by how it doesn't feel heavy after you're done eating. I'm definitely looking forward to going back next time I'm in the area. If you live nearby, or checking out the area I recommend checking them out. Hope you enjoy the Pizza!

Driving through and was craving pizza so I called in an order. The reviews seemed great and they…read moredidn't disappoint. The pizza was DELICIOUS and the gal was so nice. It was about 2 pm so it was pretty quiet in there but looks like there's plenty of space for when it's busy. Not much parking so heads up.

Cheese stick

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Sonora Tap Room

4.7(61 reviews)

1.2 mi

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Cool spot. Very small, but cool. My friends are in a band and they happened to be playing while I…read morewas in town visiting, which is how I found myself here. We arrived earlier in the evening before the music started so we could hopefully grab a table. Thank goodness we did because the space filled up fast. It was so crowded it was hard to move around. From what I heard, they usually have the band outside, but since it was raining, they were crammed into the very small corner in the back. Aside from the space being tight, I had a good time. I don't drink beer, but they had other options for me to chose from. I particularly loved the boozy kombucha they had on tap. They ran out early in the evening, so I was only able to grab one, but it was really good. They don't serve food, but they allow you to bring outside food in. The staff was busy, but they were friendly and answered questions I had. Lastly, the sense of community amongst all the people there was obviously special. Everyone seemed to know each other, which is a cool thing to experience.

Not did I only gomet a t shirt from here but they're right next to a delicious restaurant!! That is…read moreBOMB I think they're somehow connected? The servers are extremely nice and let you take like little shot glasses of all the different types of beer to sample it (which there are MANY) to decide which one you want! Very fun, I'll definitely do this again! The ambience is super casual there might have been one couple while my friend and I were sampling some rounds before getting a sandwich at the restaurant next door, but they were delicious! Very fun experience yes I will definitely be back!!!

The coolest little tap room

Beer board 4/25/2025

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The Armory

4.3(337 reviews)

The bartender Beau, is just amazing! He is so friendly and knowledgeable about the spirits and…read moredrinks and takes great care when crafting a cocktail for you. He will make anything you want and always has a smile!

Whenever we're in Sonora, eating at The Armory is a definite must! This place is huge. There is a…read morebar area to the left when you come through the entrance. The bar is impressive and a great way to be greeted. There is seating available if you want to grab a bite to eat while you indulge in a handcrafted cocktail. The entrance leads to an amazing outdoor area with a courtyard, lots of seating and more bar areas. There is an upstairs area that has views of Sonora, but also overlooks the outdoor area which is great for people watching. The Armory is family and dog friendly and it was great to see families and their fur babies enjoying the relaxing atmosphere. The menu has great appetizers to share, salads and bowls, tacos, sandwiches, and satisfying pastas + a delicious short rib plate. The drink menu is extensive - they have an impressive variety of barrel-aged bourbons, Irish whiskeys, scotch, rye, tequila, and mezcal and quite the selection of beers on tap, in bottles, and in cans. The wine list will have something for everyone. And the cocktails all looked amazing! We had the smoked pork nachos, ahi poke bowl, and the Rodeo Burger. Everything was tasty and came out quickly. The Armory is a must try!

Interior

The beef brisket

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Short rib tacos

Pinocchio's

4.4(361 reviews)

2.3 mi

Family-owned & operated

Established in 1959

I came up for work and I don't get to Pinocchio's very often. It was delicious in their new…read morelocation! Cricket add lettuce, tomato and pickle. Delicious. Service was great. Bigger location was clean, packed with happy customers.

It is obviously an upgrade from their previous location just due to the amount of people that were…read moreinside. But, that is also the problem. It was loud. Deafening loud. I literally could not hear my own thoughts. The waitress had to basically scream to help us. The decorations are fun but they need to put glass partitions or something on the walls. We were even sat by the window and it was unbearable. The food was good but there were some issues. The clam chowder tasted like it was thickened with flour. There was a grittiness to it that couldn't be ignored. The RJ special was good but there is no way that was "double meat." It was good size but there was one slice of each meat, so I'm not sure how that could be double. Minor critique, but the pickle spear served with it was wilty and mushy. The menu is very limited. It's basically sandwiches. Their pasta are literally noodles and sauce. You can add chicken/shrimp but not a single dish has any vegetables in it. It's basic Italian food for people who like basic stuff, but be prepared to yell if you want to have a conversation

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Old Skool Pie- Wood Fire Pizza

2.8(6 reviews)

Oh my gosh , I'm driving down standard rd, (same parking lot as Natures Whole Foods parking lot )…read moreout of the corner of my eye, I saw a stand WOOD FIRE PIZZA, flipped a u turn, so glad I did, plz go by you will be so happy you did, don't miss out on the best pizza & grilled stuffed zucchini boats , the best we've ever tasted, so excited to have theses guys and women 4 days - (thru-Fri )-(sun-Mon) 11-4,,, MUST TRY!!!! Order phone# 209-770-7669, best wishes keep on cooking !!!

Booked them for my wedding 10 months in advance. DeeDee was excited and offered a great deal for my…read morebudget. I was thrilled and looked forward to working with her. Six months out, communication was poor and only got worse. A couple months prior to my wedding, I tried reaching out to finalize details and got nowhere. I left multiple messages on her voicemail and emailed as well. Finally after hearing absolutely nothing and my wedding less than a month away, I booked another caterer. Please be careful when booking this caterer. It was a very stressful situation and I'm so glad I chose another option. I hope they can become more organized and work on their communication skills.