Panera Bread

This place had fresh food. The atmosphere was great. The food was great. The staff was awesomeread more

It's a solid 3. It's…read morenot a wine bar though advertised as such. They have wine for sure. Very small selection. Jenn ordered a sparkling rosé. It wasn't. The bar tender sauteed it's never sparkling and only been open for two days. I got a cat from it was opened in front of me. Wasn't bad, not gonna lie. Then she came over and sprayed chemical cleaner on the barn, wiping it down, so my nose was full of the scent of Windex for the rest of the visit. I think if you're gonna come in here, your mind should be thinking local bar and just assimilate. it might be hard because the acoustics are horrible and the 10 screaming girls at the end of the bar I visited it'll be a rough venture.

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Asia Garden

4.3(176 reviews)

2.0 mi

Asia Garden is a great go-to spot in Hanford for really solid Chinese food. The portions are…read moregenerous, everything comes out fresh, and the flavors are comforting and always deliciously satisfying. They have a good variety on the menu, so there's always something to choose from whether you're in the mood for noodles, fried rice, or something saucy and flavorful. The staff is also super friendly and welcoming. They're quick to help, attentive without being overbearing, and they make the whole experience feel easy and enjoyable from start to finish. The atmosphere is relaxed and casual, perfect for a sit-down meal with family or friends. It's clean, comfortable, and has that low-key neighborhood restaurant feel where you can just show up and enjoy a solid meal without any stress.

Prices on menu are not up to date as of 6/14/26. I ordered 2 orders of fried shrimp ($7.95 each),…read morepaper wrapped chicken ($7.25) and house pan fried noodle ($11.25). I went in expecting to pay $34.40 (without tax). So I was taken aback when she said my total was $56.95. I noticed a sign on the wall that said due to increase of costs, ALL items will have $3.50 added. Okay that's a lot but everything is going up so I get it. But then when I asked for a menu to take home she wrote $3.75 on the front and said that's how much is added to each item so for me to not wonder why my total was different. Still seemed higher than it should be so I did the math and my total at $3.75 added to each item should have been $49.40 and then I added the 8.25% tax rate so new total $53.48. So I was charged an extra $3.47 on top of the additional $3.75 per item. I know it seems petty to complain but that's shady. Additionally, the food was the most greasiest Chinese food I have ever had in my life. The lady working the front was so sweet though so I gave 2 stars.

Lemon garlic chicken special dinner

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Zaytoona

4.4(650 reviews)

1.5 mi

The grape leaves were delicious! The rice bowl was great, a lot of food so now I have a great…read moreleftover lunch for tomorrow! Amazing lunch or dinner spot!

Food: LARGE portions with beautiful presentation and flavorful enough to keep you wanting to eat,…read moredespite being so full. Service: Stacy is a true server & beautiful representation of the restaurant. Every need was anticipated with haste and a smile. Skills like this are rare to find these days when dining out. Ambiance: Tucked away in downtown, the tiled ceiling & hanging lamps are an elegant touch to the wooden pillars behind the bar. This is a place to dress up for or come as you are and eat the love they cook

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Happy Eats

4.1(224 reviews)

1.0 mi

Only second time eating here. Last time we dined in. This time I phoned in for pickup. Greeted with…read morea smile and friendly service. Gave me a Thai tea to try....very yummy!! Never had one...always afraid to try. Steamed rice was perfect. Salmon was over cooked and very dry (only reason why not 5 stars). Broccoli a little undercooked but not bad. I'll go again.

Happy Eats Is a well "menued" Asian fusion restaurant. Each…read moredish I have eaten there is authentic and tasty. The even "fuse" to American with their hot wings and offer head on and head off salt & pepper shrimp cater to both East and West palettes. The menu is large with some very fairly priced lunch specials. The main course dishes are also priced fairly. Service is complete table service so you can relax while you order/wait for/ and enjoy your meal. The waitpersons are helpful as well if you, like me, desire a lot of info regarding origin/content/cooking style etc. The ambiance is good; somewhat Asian Fastfood, but more comfortable than most. I always leave Happy eats HAPPY! A big change upwards in the last couple of years. If you haven't been there recently, try it, you'll like it.

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Dynasty Chinese Cuisine

4.2(226 reviews)

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There's an unspoken law about Asian restaurants: the closer the dining room gets to majority Asian,…read morethe more you can trust the food is authentic. Well, for a Chinese restaurant tucked deep in a white neighborhood, Dynasty Chinese Cuisine breaks this law. Food: 5/5 From our first bite, we could tell everything was made in-house. The crispy potsticker wrapper did not taste like it came frozen from a Bibigo bag, and the egg roll filling tasted fresh. The Black Pepper Beef Skillet came out still sizzling and smoking, and the meat was tender and moist. We also ordered the BBQ Pork Chow Fun, and the noodles had a balanced smoky flavor. The meat was also tender. From our photos, you could see a hefty portion of meat in each dish. This is one of the best Chinese food I've ever had, and for the price point, this place deserves the elusive 5 out of 5. Service: 4.5/5 There appears to be one server manning the floor the majority of the time, but the owner came out to check in on patrons. Both were super friendly and attentive, chatting with us about recommendations and welcoming us to the area. The service was fast. Atmosphere: 4.5/5 This restaurant is a proper casual Chinese restaurant, and the atmosphere reflects that. We did not expect it to be as lively as it was when we came in for lunch at 1:30pm on a weekday. The noise levels and music were not offensive. And the place is incredible clean! The dining floor and bathroom looked well-maintained and clear of any debris. I would recommend this restaurant for a dinner date for one, a family meal, or takeout. Final rating: 4.5/5 (rounding up to 5 on Yelp)

This place hooks up their portions. Taste is mid but the portions make up for it. Always quick to…read moreserve my family, good Chinese restaurant in the area.

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Colima

3.9(168 reviews)

1.8 mi

I love a restaurant that makes their own corn tortillas. This was my last dinner in Hanford. My…read morefriends and I were greeted by very friendly staff and great tacos. They were very generous with their chips as well. I got the Pescado, Aldobada, asada y cabeza. Good amount of meat, reasonable price, and very good tortillas. Will definitely be back if I'm in the area!

I am so impressed with this restaurant! If I lived closer to Hanford I would come every week. The…read morephrase "this could heal me" fully applies. The restaurant is family owned, and our server was the owner's daughter. Our food came out quickly and was amazing--the portions and drinks were generous, the chicken in my enchiladas was grilled well, etc. Unbeknownst to us, she sketched the 3 of us while we ate on our check and it was the sweetest thing ever. I had to include it here. It was a little warm in the restaurant on a hot day so if you're heat sensitive that's a factor to consider, but otherwise 12/10 recommend.

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Hong Kong Chop Suey Restaurant

3.3(131 reviews)

1.9 mi

Hong Kong has been one of my family's favorite Chinese food restaurant for many many years. Their…read moreegg foo yung is one of a kind, and their classics are done well. Cozy atmosphere and a friendly staff, you always feel welcome and unrushed here. Love this place!

I've been coming here since I was a kid.And after so many years coming back to the city, what a…read moregreat surprise to see this place still in business.And the food, just as wonderful as I remember it, the atmosphere is great.It's the little items up at the register which i've purchased and I just love this place full of nostalgia and great food. Mustaf is super friendly, always checking to make sure you got whatever you need. I hope this continues with great service.Just how I remembered it.

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Salad Love and Sandwiches

5.0(2 reviews)

2.6 mi

The homemade soups are flavorful. I especially like the clam chowder in a bread bowl. The owner is…read morefriendly and has surveyed the local community to see what other soups he should carry.

This week I picked up the tomato basil soup with grilled cheese and last week I got the clam…read morechowder in a bread bowl. Both times I was impressed with Chef Justin's ability to infuse such great flavor into his soup/chowder. I enjoy that it gives me something to look forward to on the weekend! I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu and his next soups!

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Samurai Sushi

3.8(236 reviews)

1.6 mi

Absolutely delicious!! 10/10 recommend!! The service was great and the restaurant was decorated…read morevery nice! Very relaxing vibe and good music! Also the portion size was amazing! Very responsibly priced!

Met with a friend for lunch. Bryana was our server. She was very polite courteous and helpful with…read moremenu questions and suggestions my friend had. My friend ordered a bento box, chicken teriyaki with a California roll. And I ordered a Mexican monkey roll. The Mexican monkey roll was HUGE! I didn't expect it to be as much food as it was. It was very good. The only thing that we had to ask for was wasabi. I thought it was odd they didn't have the regular accompaniments for a sushi restaurant on the sushi plates. The restaurant was very clean. Servers were very punctual.

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Irwin Indian Bistro

3.5(62 reviews)

1.5 mi

Staying at The Irwin Street Inn and Restaurant was a wonderful experience. We stayed at the Inn…read morefor the first time in March 2024. We were met by Ricky, the Manager, and a very friendly and accommodating person with many interesting stories to tell about the Inn. He does an excellent job managing the Inn and he made our stay that much more enjoyable. The Restaurant and main part of the Inn is a historical landmark, built in 1886. The interior of the Inn and Restaurant are beautiful, with antique furnishings, stain glassed windows, tables overlooking the expansive courtyard, lined with trees and a stately Camphor tree that is over 100 years old. The restaurant offers a wonderful dining experience, with polished antique wood including the full-service bar, stained glass windows and lovely artwork. The menu offers many choices, the chef is excellent and the prices are more than reasonable, Our room overlooked the courtyard. The Inn is very quiet with the only sound being the soothing sound of a train in the distance. We couldn't have been happier with the room, high ceilings, adorned with antique furnishings, a large stained glass window, lovely artwork, and a very comfortable bed. The room was very clean. The highlight of the room was the large Victorian tub. We were to learn that someone quite famous recently stayed in our room. If you are a cat lover, there are a couple of friendly resident cats that like to interact with the guests, one lovely little cat named "Keno" who made our stay all that much more enjoyable. The Inn is just a few minutes' walk from the beautiful Civic Center Park and the historic Hanford Fox Theater, one of the few remaining theaters built in the 20s, which is fully restored to its 1929 elegance. The Park also has many restaurants, cafes and shops. Hanford was declared one of the 12 "Hidden Gems" in America Better Homes and Garden magazine and Architecture Magazine. The Irwin Street Inn location is perfect for exploring Hanford. Whether it is for planning a business convention, planning a Wedding, or just for a weekend getaway, The Irwin Street Inn is the perfect place. If you are planning on exploring the Sequoia National Park, the Inn is less than an hour's drive to the Park. We could not have been happier with the Irwin Street Inn and cannot recommend it highly enough. You are guaranteed to have a wonderful experience staying there. We hope to be back soon

This place is super cute. It is an old house that you dine in. The atmosphere is so charming. It is…read morereservation only so have to make sure to do so because it is small. The waiter was so nice and we enjoyed our conversation with him. The food was so good, the rolls were just addicting. If you want a nice dinner, a great steak, and not have to drive to get it, check this place out.

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Danielle G.

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11

3

5 months ago

I had such a wonderful experience and felt compelled to share it. Michelle at the register was absolutely exceptional. She was warm, attentive, and genuinely kind. She made the entire checkout process feel seamless and welcoming, which is something you don't come across every day. Kaitlyn was equally impressive. Both were incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, and present throughout my visit. You can tell they truly care about the customer experience. It's rare to encounter a team where every interaction feels this thoughtful. Michelle and Kaitlyn, are a true asset, and their level of service deserves to be recognized. I will absolutely be returning because of them. read more

Bryan R.

2

1

9 years ago

The food is always usually pretty good but seems like a management change or something because last few times we've come service has been at best mediocre. It's sad because I used to come here 2 times per week but now can only handle maybe once or twice a month. Always out of products slow service and rude service. read more

Cassandra M.

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2

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7 years ago

I enjoyed my visit here but the young lady serving me was a little rude and kept referring to the place as a "trap joint" i'm probably too old to know what that means, but i can assume it's NOT good!! other than her, it was a nice visit and delicious food. read more

Sara J.

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3

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12 years ago

Panera for lunch today, Maybe I'm just getting bored with their menu but i'd like to see something more exciting from panera. Those "dinner rolls" are baaad. read more

Laura T.

120

13

4

7 years ago

The service? We were not even greeted at 830. They're putting everything away yet it closes at 9. Just close at 8! Not cool

Bonnie H.

12

3

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8 years ago

Food was so outstanding, as it always has been. Feel very satisfied but not that heavy full feeling when done.

Susan G.

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2

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10 years ago

Great breakfast and lunch options. The pick two options is so convenient and gives you a large lunch variety.

Mayra L.

213

5

2

7 years ago

So tasty and fresh!! The customer service was great. Even when this place is busy the service is still great!

D P.

1

21

1

7 years ago

Nice location on 12th ave. Great food, service and decor, I highly recommend it, 5 stars.

Boss C.

4

107

1

15 years ago

great breakfasts..... great coffee... a lot of white people, but delicious food.

Keaton H.

57

70

221

13 years ago

Always a great spot to grab something to eat...

Roxie G.

150

156

47

15 years ago

Yummy food and served up pretty darn fast too!

Tim S.

6

24

18

14 years ago

Great food and friendly staff

Jhon H.

0

23

0

12 years ago

little pricey but good

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