This Italian-American originally from NY would like to say this is the best Italian food (outside…read moreof North Beach in SF maybe) I've eaten since moving to CA over 25 years ago. I wish they had realized that there was a big volleyball tournament coming to town and mostly staying at the La Quinta next door (also a fabulous experience FWIW) and increased their staffing because the well intended servers were busting their butts but totally unable to keep up. Honestly though, the food was so good I'd deal with it again and still won't deduct a star for it.

The atmosphere in the restaurant felt very Italian to me. I'm not sure because I'm not Italian, but…read moreit did give me that vibe though, except for the fact that, if I remember correctly, the music in the restaurant was not Italian. Some random American music was playing, I think. I like that the room felt a little old and a bit dark in tone, but that there was also a decent sized window that provided some brightness to contrast it well. The service was fine, I have no complaints here. The main thing that I'm not particularly fond of based on a single visit to this restaurant is the food. To start, there are a lot of things to choose from on the menu, and you can choose what meat that you want with your pasta. I don't particularly like that kind of set up to begin with, because there's a chance that I could choose a combination where the flavors don't really complement each other. I don't want to have to be a professional chef or even need to be knowledgeable in food in order to know what tastes good on the menu. In regards to the actual food itself, I thought it was weird that my raviolis already were kind of cold when they came out. In addition to that, none of the food I received striked me as particularly bursting with flavor. The flavors felt muted and a little bit dull. It wasn't bad, I just wouldn't call it a superb fine dining experience. If I'm back in Los Banos, I would want to try this place again, but I think that I should ask the server what I should order instead of trying to craft it myself.

My party of six friends ate at Table 59 the other night. We were all very pleased with our orders,…read morethe atmosphere, and the attentiveness of the server. Our food was delivered accurately, as were the drinks. Everything was delicious! A few of us took a take-home box, since the servings were large enough for an extra meal at home. Overall, an excellent evening. We'll be back.

Everything great food ambiance service best testing pasta I've had in a longtime ....would highly…read morerecommend you giving this place a try

After a long drive from SoCal, we decided to make this place our dinner pit stop. Love that they…read morehave a kids menu, which makes it easier to dine with two little ones. My son also specifically requested Alfredo so it's great that they have that on the kids menu! If you're tired of fast food, I highly recommend making this place your lunch or dinner stop. Food comes out fast and service is great. Highlight of our night was when staff handed my kids a small cup of koi food so we could feed the fish before making our way home. The kids really enjoyed that. We will be making this our pit stop coming home from SoCal every time from now on.

We come to Mission de Oro Hotel every year when we're in Santa Nella visiting my mom and dad's…read moregravesite at the National Veterans Cemetery. This visit happened to fall on Mother's Day weekend. We had reservations for both Saturday and Sunday, but we stopped in on Saturday to cancel that day's reservation since we'd already eaten lunch and knew we wouldn't be hungry by dinnertime. On Sunday, when we checked in for our reservation, I was impressed -- the hostess remembered us by name, which says a lot considering how many guests come through the restaurant. We were seated, and soon after we were greeted by Eleanor, our server. She was warm, attentive, and never made us feel pressured, which was a huge improvement from a previous visit. She answered every question I had, including how they cook a medium‑rare steak (every chef has their own interpretation, lol). She also gave an honest answer when I asked whether the vegetables used at dinner come from their greenhouse. The service felt genuine, and the food was excellent -- a much better experience than my last review. This visit was absolutely worth the return. Kudos to Eleanor and the Kitchen at The Mission.

From the moment we arrived, it was clear this restaurant lives up to its reputation. If a place…read morerequires reservations, you expect a memorable experience, and that's exactly what we received. The service was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. We were made to feel comfortable from the start, and every interaction with the staff was professional without ever feeling overbearing. They were knowledgeable about the menu, happy to answer questions, and made the evening feel effortless. The fresh pasta is the undeniable star of the meal. You can immediately taste the care that goes into making it in-house, with a perfect texture and beautiful bite that elevates every dish. The seasonal Corn Agnolotti was outstanding. The sweet corn filling was vibrant, fresh, and showcased the quality of the ingredients. The flavors were delicate yet well-balanced, allowing the natural sweetness of the corn to shine without overwhelming the palate. It was a simple dish executed exceptionally well. The portions were thoughtfully sized, allowing us to enjoy multiple courses without leaving the table feeling overly full. Every plate was beautifully presented, and the quality of the ingredients justified the price point. Overall, this restaurant delivers exactly what you hope for from an elevated Italian dining experience: exceptional handmade pasta, refined flavors, attentive service, and an inviting atmosphere. It's clear the team takes pride in every detail, and we'll gladly be returning.

last night I ordered the best Tortellini I have ever eaten made with fresh Fresno State local corn…read moredelicious really. But the portion was very small. I feel you could have been a little more generous & not so stingy in the amount you are serving your loyal customer.more

Small little hole in the wall spot. But the food was good and the service was great!…read more Pizza was ok, nothing too special. I got the chicken Alfredo. I was pretty satisfied with it. I actually liked the sauce. You also get bread too but I forgot to take a picture of it I'd definitely come back to try some other dishes

What a great surprise for us. We are new in the area and really wanted a good takeout. Their…read morelasagna and raviolis are really good very personable and even sent home some bread and butter. We have already gone back. Would recommend if you're in a pinch order some up and make a salad.

Bread is freshly baked and yum but not complimentary. Meatballs appetizer is tasty, comes with 4…read morebig meatballs. Combo: half salad and half sandwich are limited to a few options only. Asked the waiter if I can pay extra to select a different salad on the menu and they said No. Pasta is great, salad is average, the beet salad plate was cold, seems like it came straight from the fridge. Pizza took very long to make, it came towards the end of our meal. The waiter gave us some free fries and soups to make up the long wait time. Overall it's not a bad experience, I would go back for pasta dishes only.

We were pleasantly surprised at the quality of the food and service at Bella Luna. My wife and I…read moreare light eaters and enjoy sharing. We started off with the steamed mussels which were excellent - large meaty mussels in a roasted tomato garlic broth. The broth was so good we both spooned it down long after the mussels were gone. This was followed by the beet salad which was the classic pairing of bitter arugula with the sweet beets. The crab and lobster ravioli as our main course didn't disappoint - lots of sweet crab and lobster meat stuffed into each ravioli, all draped with a creamy rich sauce. We topped off our meal with another classic - crunchy cannoli fingers. Mmm, good! Our friendly server gave us excellent wine service and food suggestions. The back dining room was cheerfully noisy and gave off the vibe of eating at your Italian Grandmother's house. We had a great time, highly recommended.

More than a hundred years, my husband's family, old and young, have been gathering at this…read moretraditional restaurant. Sharing tells of old to the amazement of the young, the wool Growers is a staple in this town. We have celebrated many a birthdays or raised a glass in memory of days of old, people who have passed. The tradition of good food and great gatherings, this is the place. Although ala carte is available, in today's world, of high prices, the basque family tradition brings together the old and new. Order a main, steak, chicken, lamb... and let the feast begin. Red wine - no labels. Made in house. Salad, soup, fresh bread, butter, potato salad, lamb stew, beans "ranchera" style served unlimited. Now, your dinner choice and of course ice cream with chocolate sauce! Take your time. Share the tales. Open your ears and minds of the stories of old. The Wool Growers cannot be explained. It can only be enjoyed.

Probably one of my favorite places to stop by when driving between Northern and Southern…read moreCalifornia. Being able to enjoy a full meal without completely extortionary prices is a rarity in today's world - and quite frankly if you want to get it in California, you probably need to get it driving up and down I-5. Not sure where else you can do it. The set menu is pretty simple. You pick your entree, say what side dishes you want, and they're off to the races with a full-course meal for you by providing family-style sides - namely salad, a lamb soup (fantastic!), baked beans, even a quick easy dessert at the end. Also, a house wine, which I honestly can't judge in terms of quality, but it certainly isn't /bad/ (ie, it's drinkable). As for my review, the main entrees I've had have generally been decent. I've had the tri-tip and the lamb chop and they both have come out decently seasoned, decently cooked. My thoughts on the side dishes: 1. The lamb soup is definitely the best. It's super flavorful, super tender, the meat really falls apart in your mouth. Honestly, the lamb soup might even be better than the actual lamb entrees. 2. The vegetable soup is basically just fine. It's nice and hearty, but honestly not super memorable (in either direction). 3. The salad is probably my least favorite entree simply because it always has too much dressing and is a bit too "rich" for my liking. I've actually found that it tastes pretty good though if you eat it on top of the bread. 4. Baked beans - basically hearty and good with the generous parmesan cheese they put over it. I'm a fan. My actual certified Gamer Pro-Tip is to toss tabasco sauce into it - it definitely balances out the parmesan better. 5. Potato salad - I don't actually think too memorable besides being adequate. Definitely filling. Anyways, the amount of food and diversity of dishes you get is crazy - and it's remarkably rare to see this kind of cuisine at this price point. Finally, there's honestly just not a lot of competition in the "places to eat driving up and down between Los Angeles and the Bay Area." If I had to think of any changes, I really just think they need slightly less dressing on the salad! No complaints otherwise!

Our go-to when we want to treat ourselves to a delicious pizza and not a commercial made one. So…read moregood!!

Definitely a favorite lunch of after movie place to eat. We love to get a pizza or their chicken…read morebroccoli pasta.

Worst pasta ive ever had. Was so greasy it even the bag got grease on it. Overpriced almost $20 for…read morea bowl. Chicken is definitely frozen chicken tender. Save your money and go somewhere else.

I ordered a pizza at 6:30 the lady said 15 min. I live in south Dos Palos I don't have a car and…read morehave to ride my bike. I rode all the way over there they didn't have my order she said 10 other names no pizza in my name. I asked to use the phone to call my mom maybe she called the wrong place, there are only 2 pizza places. No they wouldn't let me. I rode all the way back by then it was 8:15. My mom called the number in her phone it rang and rang nobody answered. She checked their ad it said closes at 9. She made a dozen attempts but no answer. This business dosent care about the customers. Closes before what the ad says and can't take a simple order and get it ordered on top of that they offer No Apologies for all my time we put into a simple pizza order. LAST TIME I CALL THEM FOR DINNER.

First impressions, the signage fits the downtown well, and is visible enough that makes them easy…read moreto find in downtown Gustine. Seating area consists of 3 tables, and they've got one of those mini arcade games for the kiddos as well. Overall pretty small dining area but Gustine isn't a big city so didn'texpect a ton of seating. Menu is displayed on a couple of monitors in the wall as you come in. The pasta is cooked in an open kitchen right behind the counter as you order. Pretty neat to be able to watch them make your order. Ordered the Volcanic Fettuccine because who doesn't like a spicy Italian dish right? Got it in a bread bowl with added chicken so cost was just shy of 20 bucks because of the upgrades. Didn't end up eating on site because it was really close to closing time for them and didn't want to be "that guy" so took my order home. The fettuccine was really good, cooked well, and the sauce was actually spicy. Not as spicy as I was hoping it would be, but it did have a nice kick. I'd definitely have it again. Overall, nice family run place with home made pasta. Would have ordered a pizza, but they ran out of pizza dough, since it is house made they don't have any extra in the fridge/freezer like you'd expect at a lot of places. If you are in the Gustine area looking for some really good home made pasta check them out. Definitely worth the drive.

Oh my goodness. I have seen this place on other TikToks and decided to go visit. The restaurant is…read moreonly open 5 hours Tuesday- Saturday and is quite small. I decided to try the fettuccine Alfredo with chicken in a bread bowl and hubby had volcanic fettuccine with chicken. The chicken and Alfredo were seasoned. Unlike other places where everything is so bland. I cannot recommend Pasta 209 enough. If you are ever in Gustine between 3-8, stop by and give it a try! It is yummy!!!!