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    Moderate noise
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    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Chicken Kalua Pork Plate Lunch
    Claudia A.

    At first I was so excited, because there's a lot of awesome Hawaiian breakfast spots in the Bay Area, and I was happy to find one close enough to where I live. However, my mom and I ended up disappointed about this popular local spot. For starters, it's so dark in here. I could barely see the menu. I know I'm not being dramatic since the waitress had to lean forward and squint to see the menu to help me pick something out. There's lighting available above the tables, but they were all turned off. I guess they're using the natural white lighting emitting from the windows. Also, the smell. It smelled grimy, dusty and maybe some Pinesol? I don't know, it was weird. It was also off-putting to see our waitress delivering our food after seeing them consistently coughing into their elbow. It felt icky to get our food after seeing that. We still ate since she didn't cough into the air or directly onto her hands, but you know what I mean? Idk it was just gross The bathrooms aren't clean. The door is difficult to close. The place is inspired by the show Friends, so you'll find a lot of friends decor here and there. I understand the vibe that they're going for, but the dark black tables, the lack of lighting, the music sort-of booming through the restaurant, just doesn't feel homey or nostalgic. They got some Ross New York City wall art canvases and placed them on the windows, posters from episodes of the show, and some paper cut outs from special references from the show taped onto the wall. It's just like "Puro chilaquiles", as my mom says, it's a lot and everywhere. I don't recommend coming here for some tasty Hawaiian breakfast food, since the food was alright. The Katsu Plate was pretty mid. Don't get fried rice, it's tastes like regular white rice. The panko chicken was nice and crispy. However, the macaroni is flavorless; it tasted like they used Greek yogurt or sour cream instead of mayonnaise. My mom got the Loco Moco, and it is by far the worse presentation of food I've seen. It just looked like slop with a scrambled egg on top. Their drinks are so not worth their price, too. My mom and I got the Hawaiian coffee with caramel and mocha, and they were so watered down. If you want delicious Hawaiian breakfast, make the drive and go somewhere like Denica's or go a street over and wait for Besito's to open on the weekend for a better experience. This is NOT the spot.

    Lots of sauce
    Nobuyuki S.

    The 77 and 81 year olds wanted to go eat and we ended up here because the Chinese restaurant doesn't serve sit-down food. It was a happy coincidence since there is Hawaiian food on the menu and the 81 year old came from Hawaii. The chef explained that the food wasn't what Hawaiians would expect. People didn't like the correct recipe, just like Chinese restaurants adapt the recipes for non-Chinese people. They got the Kalua Pork and I got fried rice. It took a while but was fresh. They were still hoping that it tasted like they were in Hawaii. She commented that the fried rice was really good and I agreed. Sincewe were the only customers in the restaurant, it was pleasant and we got to hear the whole backstory. Prices were 2024-reasonable and the service was friendly.

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    Courtney O.

    We were in Manteca to check out Great Wolf Lodge for the first time. We decided to stop somewhere for lunch before checking in. My Friends Place definitely pays tribute to the show "Friends" with photos in the window, The Purple Door and they even had the show playing on their TV. We ordered the Loco Moco, Kalua Pork Burger with Onion Rings, Hawaiian French Toast and a side of Hawaiian Fried Rice. The Loco Moco was just like any I've had before - nothing special. The Kalua Pork Burger was very dry and bland and my daughter devoured the Hawaiian French Toast. My favorite item was the Hawaiian Fried Rice which was simple with Spam and bacon. Overall, the staff were friendly, but the food was just okay. It's a spot for the locals and I'm sure those are their loyal customers, but the tables seemed like they needed a good wipe down and the place definitely needed a deep clean.

    Dianna I.

    I really wanted to like this place but it just lacked in every aspect. We ordered our food at 12:30 and it didn't come until 1:40 and no one checked in on us during that time. One of the servers kept coming back to ask if we wanted refills and we said yes but he never brought them...he did this like 3 times and by time we got it, it had melted ice and a thin layer of water on top as if they were just left out. Our food took over an hour to get but the check came immediately lol. I ordered eggs Benedict but it looked melted and the yolk was on my plate. Also used too much paprika on the chicken. I could see into the kitchen and everyone was working hard, no one in their phones or waiting idly but the service just wasn't there. I doubt we'll be back

    Daw M.

    Service: one person hosting, bussing and taking orders. Props to her. Food: I had a terrible experience. The rice they gave me was from the bottom of the rice cooker which was hard and inedible. The fried rice was just rice soaked in soy sauce which was also inedible. Thanks!

    Loco Moco Brunch with Scrambled Eggs
    Aissa T.

    Had the loco moco brunch with scrambled eggs--food was really good! Service was a bit slow, and the store probably could use an upgrade, but overall we would definitely go back again.

    Hawaiian Breakfast w fried rice.
    Vanessa T.

    Was excited to try this place out because of the Friends theme. I ordered the Hawaiian breakfast with fried rice. The meal was good but not exceptional, so I would have to go back to try another dish. My sister and I also ordered the Hawaiian Coffee that was too sweet for us. The service was friendly. The ambiance was very casual and the music was loud making it a bit hard to have a conversation.

    Valorie A.

    Absolutely love this GEM! Food and staff are amazing, and will keep you coming back!! Benedict's, biscuit and gravy, fried rice are MY go to's, but honestly, everything I have had has always been a hot. My family and I love My Friends place so much, we always introduce new friends and family when they are in town.

    Worst photo ever to describe this place!   But the FOOD though and the down home friendly service!!!  Don't miss out on this vibe
    Wendy C.

    I finally made it back! BEST decision. Was a struggle to choose something new but I committed and the Kalua pork hashbrowns (menu appears to be updated!! But not here on yelp?) This was nothing short of DREAMY!!!!! Presentation, flavor, temp, texture were all on point even though I had then serve me late due to a meeting I had to hop on Amanda gave on point and efficient service with a warm smile. I think Andrew was in the kitchen once again and seated me with kindness. Once again I was so hungry and it was so Fab I didn't think to take a pic until I missed it all up into a perfect bite Bottomless mimosas on point again and apparently they do bottomless beer for $20 ?!! Dang I'll be back to check out other things... if I can stop craving the spam Benedict and Malia pork hashbrowns that is. Seemed clean enough inside to me and that the other poor reviews also didn't order the special menu items... so try the good stuff! It's fantastic

    Parking is not great!
    Tam E.

    The food was great! I ordered a Loco Moco (hamburger patty on rice (white or fried) with an egg in top! Delicious! The service was good and the atmosphere was pleasant!

    Tyler K.

    Excellent food and super nice staff. They did an excellent job of taking care of us. It's a small restaurant. I got the Hawaiian fried rice and it was delicious. My new favorite breakfast spot in Manteca.

    Honey garlic shrimp with fried rice and macaroni salad
    Angelica P.

    Visited with friends while we were in town visiting and when I looked at the kind of food they had on their menu, I was pretty excited to try it out. Our party of 6 came by around noon on a Sunday and didn't wait long for a table but service to have our order taken did take quite long. I think they had only one server for the whole restaurant. I'd say service was just ok. Parking is street parking and it's located across the street from a park so it was easy to find a spot. The vibe was a bit rustic feeling. They had some decor that referenced the show Friends but not sure how anything else was "Friends" themed since the menu was more of a Hawaiian style food with items like Loco Moco & Kalua pork on the menu. They do serve alcohol like mimosas, beer and wine if you're looking for a boozy brunch. Prices of the menu items were fair. I ordered the loco moco with fried rice & I enjoyed it. My husband ordered the honey garlic shrimp with fried rice and the shrimp had more of a pineapple flavor than a honey garlic. It's a decent place for the area.

    Loco Moco over fried rice
    Maria G.

    Second time coming here and it was just as good as the first time. They were very busy. Came on a Sunday about 12:30. My wife had the spicy blueberry chicken and waffles and I the loco moco with fried rice.

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    Ask the Community - My Friends Place

    Does the restaurant allow you to order food and work on homework?

    Yes you can. Depending in the day it might be a little Lou in here though.

    Hi my name is Jacob Braley, I'm a small local gourmet mushroom farmer. I was wondering if you would be interested in purchasing some gourmet mushrooms. Gold oyster, pink oyster, blue oyster, lions mane. Piopinno. Maitake. Anything you can think of?

    No, thank you. I do not like mushrooms.

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