The restaurant is beautiful. The vegetables growing on the outside of the entrance was a wonderful…read morewelcoming experience. Inside the the restaurant is beautiful and very pleasant. The outdoor area is beautiful and light filled. My Cesar salad was delicious and the bread and garlic butter were amazing. My green beans were very undercooked and my chicken parm was a bit rubbery. I would definitely try the restaurant again and order something different.

5 year anniversary with my wife and she chose here. I married the right one lol. Pietro's was…read moregreat. I don't really go to Lodi too much but it's a nice area where this restaurant is located. My wife saw Pietro's on social media and I'm glad we made the choice to come here for our 5 year anniversary meal. Super busy, we had a reservation so wait was minimal but I can see waits being extremely long . I'm a bread and butter person but I limit myself usually so I can enjoy my dinner but my wife and I could not help ourselves with this fresh bread they brought us. Soft and pillowy with what tastes like a salt rosemary sprinkle on top and the butter soft and smooth. Next thing we knew we devoured the whole thing. (We asked for a loaf to go as well, wink wink). It was that good to us. The prosciutto and burrata dish was great as well. I love burrata, creamy cheese great for a lot of different things. The prosciutto was a bit thicker sliced than I'm used to but the flavor of the slices were great with the burrata and sun dried tomatoes in olive oil. I love cured meat, can't help myself ordering and I wasn't disappointed. I even ate it with the bread. The tagliatelle pasta dish was great as well! I know pasta dishes can be tart because of the sauce at times but not here. The meat sauce bolognese was great. Hearty tamari's flavor without the sour taste you get from other places. Pasta was fresh with a nice chew from the al dente prep. I really enjoyed this dish. We wanted to order dessert but was too full from bread and our orders. We're already planning another visit to try other things on the menu.

San Joaquin Wine Valley and farmlands, vineyards and streets named after family surnames... That's…read morewhat you'll find in Lodi, CA. For a laid-back lifestyle and growing families, this might be a place you'll consider. It still has a mediocre small town feel. New residences are still being developed, so housing is available. There are a good amount of grocery stores and shopping plazas with restaurants, bakeries, coffee shops, milk tea cafes, schools, and various necessary, local or daily services. There's enough. If you choose a more upbeat pace, there's Stockton southbound, or Sacramento northbound. A less busier international airport is under an hour away. The drawback is, for commutes, you need a car. The BART system hasn't extended out this far yet. It wouldn't be feasible for me to accept employment over an hour's drive away. During my visit to my sister's place, there was pleasant weather. Aside from a surprise electrical storm passing through, I saw mostly blue skies, fluffy clouds, and a bright sun. (Until this city improves their public transportation availability, I'll postpone any decision to move closer to family.) Those were, however, perfect and beautiful days at the beginning of autumn.

30 minutes to get a quarterly parking permit with 2 people in front of me. Ridiculous. When I left…read moreline was out into lobby entrance

We came to Michael David Winery on September 12th around 1:30 p.m. The space was definitely popping…read moreat the time because the entire tasting room section was filled and throughout the grounds there were people at different spots. Even though there were a lot of people it didn't feel overly crowded because of the amount of spaces available for people to enjoy their food and wine at. For us we came here mostly for the wine because our friends were members and they had always talked about how much they like the wine and grounds here. I could definitely see why they chose to be members of this place and I was so happy to have an afternoon with them here. The wine that we got the Sauvignon Blanc was definitely refreshing as it was a very hot day and even though we had a red not going to lie we put it on ice just for a little bit to get a little bit cooler and that definitely made it even more enjoyable. I am eager to go back and check out some of the other events and wines at this location.

Michael david winery in Lodhi was absolutely mind blowing!…read more It doesn't look like much from the outside but from the cafe to the wine room to the backyard, this place is absolutely stunning. I had the huevos rancheros. Its not the usual dish that was made the same way. The cafe had jams and pies to sell. Then i went outside to check out the backyard. It was such a lovely and impressive outdoor space with water falls, wine vineyards, chickens, playgrounds, ponds, flowers and bathrooms. Then the wine tasting had an array of bottles. Of course, the freakshow is my fav label! But then there was the inkblot!

We went to BrickHouse, and everything was perfect! I was so hungry when we arrived, and the food…read moreabsolutely hit the spot. Everything was delicious, from the steak and mashed potatoes to the burger and seafood. The portions were generous, and everything looked just as good as it tasted. I also loved the atmosphere. There's so much beautiful Italian artwork throughout the restaurant, and the rustic decor gives it such a warm, cozy feeling. Even the little details, like the sunflower arrangements, made the place feel special. The food and service was amazing, the setting was perfect, and we had such a wonderful time. I would absolutely come back again!

Brick House Restaurant and Lounge is such a classy and relaxed place. If you are feeling in the…read moremood for something delicious and not fast food taste this is your place: Ambiance: there was music playing in the background and it was such a nice touch. The music was not loud nor annoying. The lighting takes you away from reality, it give a sense of being in a totally different city even country. It was such a romantic dinner. There were several couples enjoying the moment and the food. Menu/Food: The menu had plenty of options, in my opinion a bit hard to make up my mind. We had a difficult time choosing since everything seemed like a great option. Drinks: they have alcoholic drinks and for people who do not consume alcohol, they also have mocktails which were delicious. We order two mocktails and they were refreshing and felt fancy. Staff: welcome and always ready to help and assist when needed.

This fireworks display is an annual 4th of July event for the community, river rats, fisherman, and…read moreboating enthusiasts alike to enjoy. It's been happening for years and as a lifelong resident, I'm ashamed to admit 2011 was my first time to experience. This display is a gift to the San Joaquin Delta residents and friends. The giver, Barron Hilton. I understand he's a big river enthusiast too and has been enjoying the Delta for many years now. There's a duck club on the island and folks can get there by driving aboard the Venice Island ferry; two vehicles fit and service is swift and secure. Thanks Barron Hilton for sharing your love of our area and entertaining us every 4th-we really appreciate it!

Our first time experiencing Mr. Hilton's generous fireworks display by boat - it was spectacular…read more Thank you Mr. Hilton!

What a fun day! My husband and I often frequent the wineries in Lodi but have never really ventured…read moredowntown to explore the food options. This was a fabulous few hours of eating and drinking at different downtown venues. Everything was fantastic and the tour given by the owners Scott and Juliet was amazing. We loved the way they also made sure to incorporate some Lodi history in the tour as well. We are looking forward to booking a happy hour tour sometime soon as well. This walking food tour is definitely a must if visiting Lodi!

Do yourself a favor and book it, we all don't have the chance to spoil ourselves often enough like…read morethis. Scott and Kelly are the best hosts you could hope for, they tour you around Lodi both touting the great and unique spots in town that are so rich in history. The local fare is bursting with flavors and great pairings that will have you walking away full and satisfied.

We visited Nona's on a Saturday evening and saw that a large group of 16-18 had just been seated…read more However, our server was still able to take our orders and bring our meals within a reasonable amount of time. Overall service was good. My eggplant parmesan was delicious and presented on a bed of green beans which was new to me. My wife had a Caesar salad and a cup of clam chowder. Our server told us that there were free refills of the clam chowder. Portion sizes were generous and we took part of our meals home.

Wow! The serving sizes here at HUGE! Everyone enjoyed their dish from chicken Marsala, pasta di…read moremare (which friend said had the perfect kick and consistency), Nona's Trio, and ribeye steak with 2 sides (I went two pastas; Alfredo and pesto) I asked for my steak rare and it was seasoned really well I didn't need to add to it. They let me have my sides as 2 pastas and they were huge servings! Cant go wrong with Alfredo and pesto was good. Def had leftovers for lunch the next day. Dessert was ok, would prob find dessert somewhere else. Staff was super nice. Like most times, our group gabs well into the night but they never made us feel bad or awkward that we lost track of time right into their closing time. Originally one coworker of a friend said they didn't recommend this place but were happy to report otherwise.

My wife and I were introduced to Lucky Dog Paddle Company by some friends who took a lesson from…read morethem. Our friends came back with so many great things to say, we had to try it for ourselves. My wife, our 10 year old son, and I made an appointment for the three of us to take a lesson at Lodi Lake on a Saturday morning several weeks ago. We were met at the boat ramp by the crew from LDPC and immediately made to feel welcome by them. We were given instructions and safety tips before hitting the water and then fitted with gear appropriate for our beginner skill level. The LDPC crew led us on a paddle around Lodi Lake so we could get our "sea legs" before heading out onto the Mokelumne River. We were given constant, but low pressure, instruction while we were on the water and made to feel safe 100% of the time. They also took lots of pictures of our family while we were on the water and later emailed them to us at no additional cost! We found the LDPC crew to be super friendly, professional, and genuinely pleasant to be around. And, we had such an awesome time on the water, we decided to invest in new boards and all the other necessary gear after going out with LDPC just one time! After researching various options on the Internet, we decided to buy our gear from LDPC. When I called LDPC to tell them this, they offered to let our family demo any and all of their boards as many times as we wanted free of charge just so we could be certain of the gear we wanted to buy!! After demo'ing several boards, we made our selections and placed our order. The price was absolutely unbeatable (seriously, there's no way we could have gotten everything we did going with any other outfitter) and to top it off, they personally delivered all our gear to our home and gave us instructions in care and maintenance, handling, and setup!! The bottom line is that The LDPC crew is super friendly, professional, and genuinely pleasant to be around. They deliver top-notch service at crazy good prices. Go check them out, you'll be glad you did!!

I absolutely love Jeremy Wine Co.! My first experience was at their Lockeford location while my…read morehusband and I were enjoying Fired Up Pizza--which was amazing! We decided to wander into the tasting room to see what Jeremy Wine Co. had to offer, and I was pleasantly surprised by every wine I tasted. Their crisp white wine paired perfectly with the pizza. During my next visit to the Lodi tasting room, I was warmly greeted by Jordan, who offered me a tasting and provided excellent recommendations. I ended up purchasing a glass and relaxing in the inviting atmosphere. On my most recent visit, the tasting room was busy--which is no surprise given the quality of their wines and wonderful service. Thanks to Jordan's recommendations and consistently great experiences, I decided to join the wine club! I'm already looking forward to the next quarterly release. I truly enjoy the welcoming staff, friendly patrons, and overall atmosphere. Jeremy Wine Co. has quickly become one of my favorite places!

Met friends for a wine tasting. They are members so our tasting was comped. Very friendly team and…read morecomfortable tasting room. We were treated to a blend wine their wine master is considering. My wife loved the blend...not too sweet...not to tart...just right. They also have a program called ZIN Lab where you can create your own special blend and bottle with custom labels. Not usually a fan of "Box" wines but their "Screw Corkscrews" box is good and was on special...so we had to import a box back home. Jeremy earned their five star rating because there is nothing they could have done better, great facility, great staff and great wine, great experience.