Stopped here on our way back from Caples Lake for some pizza and refreshments and it hit the spot…read more Customer service was top notch and we were allowed to bring our dogs inside so they didn't have to sit in the car. The pizzas and wings were a hit. I don't think we left a single crumb on our plates. Lol Their fresh lemonade was delicious as well. The restaurant was a good size with plenty of tables and a little play area for kiddos. Thank you for the wonderful service and for being so accommodating. We will be back when we're in the area!

This place is amazing!!…read more We had a party of over 30 people and we needed a place to hang out and enjoy each others company and Pinegrove pizza stayed open after hours!! They were so nice and friendly. Definitely recommend this place. The pizza is good too very crispy We will be back

This place stays very consistent. Time and Time again, I go there and am really glad I did…read more Tell Laura Robert sent you and get a free drink.

Very intrigued that this place is even opened. Workers are TERRIBLE at service, wearing pajama…read morepants and smells like weed in the parlor. Mind you, I saw someone hit their vape while working. Truly disgusting. Pizza was not fully cooked in the middle. I don't usually make reviews, but this place has me in distraught...

I Always bring my friends n family to GDP & they Fall in love! They also rate it 4+ !!!read more

Gold Dust Pizza is hands down my favorite pizza spot! Their pizza is always hot, fresh, loaded with…read moretoppings, and absolutely delicious. Yes, it costs a little more than some pizza places, but it's worth every penny. You don't need 10 slices to get full here. One or two slices and you're good! It's not just a bunch of bread either. They actually load their pizzas with toppings, whether you get the Vegetarian, Mother Lode, or another specialty pizza. They also have some really good meal specials, and that's usually my go-to. I get one that includes a specialty pizza, cheese bread, and drinks. If you order it to go, you can get a 2-liter. For the amount of food you get, I think it's a phenomenal value. The service is pretty good as well. They employ quite a few young people, which I actually appreciate. Every now and then you may catch them being young and goofing around a little, but for the most part they're polite, friendly, and do their jobs well. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. The inside is fine, but when the weather is nice, I really enjoy sitting outside. It's a nice atmosphere to relax, have some pizza, and enjoy a glass of wine. Whenever family or friends come to town, Gold Dust is one of the places I take them or order from. We also get it for parties and get-togethers. I purposely make it a treat because otherwise I could absolutely eat here WAY too often. Great food, generous portions, good value, friendly service, and a nice outdoor atmosphere. Definitely one of my local favorites. -- Popcorn Travels

We visited Giannini's last night and were truly impressed from start to finish. From the host, to…read moreour waitress, to the food and overall ambiance--it was more than just dinner, it was an experience. The service was prompt, welcoming, and incredibly family-friendly (we had our toddler with us and felt totally comfortable). It really gave that warm, authentic Italian family vibe. Before our meal even arrived, we were treated to bread, polenta with meat sauce, salad, and soup--such a generous and delicious start! Appetizers: * Tomato bruschetta - served on flatbread with the perfect balance of olive oil, spices, and fresh tomato * Salami & olive tray - simple, classic, and nostalgic in the best way Entrees: * Chicken Parmigiana - perfectly cooked with a rich marinara, served with vegetables (we added gnocchi with pesto--highly recommend!) * Veal Milanesa - beautifully breaded and full of flavor, with veggies and pasta of the day * Veal Saltimbocca - packed with flavor, especially the sage--definitely a standout dish * Child's spaghetti & meatball - perfect portion and a great option for little ones Dessert: * Lemon berry mascarpone cake - dense, lemony, and filled with fresh blueberries, topped with a raspberry drizzle--just the right amount of sweetness * Vanilla ice cream for the toddler (they even offered chocolate syrup--thoughtful touch!) Pricing felt very reasonable for the amount and quality of food--comparable to other spots in the area. If you're looking for a special, memorable dining experience in Amador County, Giannini's is absolutely worth a visit!

This is a quirky italian place that we stopped in traveling route 88 to Murphys California. We are…read morevegetarians and a lot of the other restaurants that were open (6pm on Friday) did not have veggie options surprisingly. I figured we couldn't go wrong with italian and this place was very close. I walked in and immediately loved the look of the restaurant. If you've been to Buca di Beppo it's kind of like that with lots of photos on the wall and italian statues around. It wasn't too busy and we were able to be seated right away. The table was set with a cute salad plate that I just loved the pattern of. Our waiter was young but friendly enough. The menu isn't the largest but it has all the staples. No pictures so I took to Yelp and Google to get a look at the food and see was was recommended. I settled on Eggplant Parmesean and my husband went with Fettuccini al Alberto. The waiter brought out bread and butter and parmesan cheese. The bread was ok, it didn't seem homemade and was a little bit like store brought sliced white bread. I was starving though so I welcomed anything to get started. I wish there had been olive oil and vinegar though. Next he brought out a big plate of polenta, which unfortunately was smothered in meat sauce. We had mentioned to him that we were vegetarians twice when we were ordering, so it was pretty disappointing to be presented with a meat dish. We pointed to him we couldn't eat the polenta with the meat sauce and he apologized but they did not offer to replace the dish with a regular red sauce. I was bummed because it looked really good and I really wish they had brought out a regular one. Seems like they could just use the red sauce as a standard so it After that there was a salad which had a red wine vinegar and olive oil, it also came with peppers, chickpeas and celery, which I thought was a nice way to add some color and flavor to the salad. We then were brought a lentil soup in a large blue bowl. The blue bowl seemed like an odd vessel but it worked. The soup was very tasty! Finally our entrees came. The entree portions were a little on the smaller side compared to other restaurants, however it is an appropriate amount considering how many appetizers they provide before it. I was surprised the eggplant parm didn't come with a side of spaghetti, but I could add some for $5. The eggplant was good, not overly fried and the red sauce was very tasty. My husband was very happy with the Fettuccini al Alberto (which was basically Alfredo). Overall this is kind of a funny place that had a quirky charm. I would come back again knowing what to ask for in terms of the polenta.

Stopped in for some pizza while out camping for the week. We ordered the BBQ chicken...It was…read morefantastic! Staff were great, they even had a water bowl for my pups! This is a great place to stop while out and about.

We had a great experience at Two Guys Pizza Pies! We ordered a cheese pizza and a BBQ chicken pizza…read morethrough the Facebook menu. There was a small technology issue with the online ordering and when we arrived to pick up our pizzas, the staff hadn't prepared one pizza because they wanted to clarify a minor ingredient that could have been included or left off. They attempted to call me back several times but unfortunately my phone had no signal. Even though we had to wait about 15 extra minutes upon arriveal for pickup, I really appreciated that they took the time to confirm the order rather than making assumptions. That level of care is important especially for customers who may have food allergies or dietary restrictions. The customer service was excellent and the pizzas were absolutely delicious. Hard working and nice crew in the back, I like how you can see the team prepping and cooking and working hard. Our whole family and friends loved both the cheese and BBQ chicken pizzas. We'll definitely be back. Thank you for putting your customers first!

We decided to venture out and I'm glad we did…read more Our server, Diane (I think) was kind enough to make suggestions which we always appreciate. We started off with the fried ravioli; the quantity was more than anticipated, the flavor was expected. The marinara was cold, which was unexpected but had good flavor. We got the prime rib dip sandwich. The meat was well-seasoned/flavorful. I appreciated the au jus as well. Diane recommended the onion rings which I thought were GREAT! My husband thought they were good, but would've given bonus points for using sweet onion. And now to the Ribeye- I honestly can't remember the last time I had such a buttery, melt-in-your mouth cut of meat. The mashed potatoes were fine- kinda plain. The ribeye was well worth the price. A similar ribeye in the valley would EASILY cost $15-20 more. The restaurant was clean. The staff were friendly, especially our server. Eating outside may have been preferable on this occasion as there was a large party with several small children well past their expiration. All the hard surfaces made for quite a bit of echoes from the kiddos who were very excitable. Thanks to Plate 88 for the yummy food. We'll definitely be back. Food- 5 stars Service- 5 stars Price- 5 stars Noise- 3 stars

3pm on a Tuesday, four of us stopped in…read more Food quality not so great. Who orders beef stroganoff? We did. It wasn't so hot. We also had loaded Mac and cheese - tastes better than it looks. Nobody was happy with their lunch. On the other side, service was excellent. Would I go back? No. Super disappointed. Yes it's not the best time for lunch. But if you can't serve quality - then why do you?

AJ's beautiful. Place is dope, food good, service better. Cool area. Trying to get to 85 characters.read more

The food was incredible and our server AJ made everything easy and fun. The music was great.read more

The pizza is great and the decorations inside are very cute. I will say it's located in a small…read moretown and the staff and customers can come across very closed off and skeptical. The last time I ate there a customer who was intoxicated came out and asked my family group while we were leaving if we stole quarters out of the pinball machines. Not sure why this customer did this or felt authority to do so or the need to cause us....maybe because my family was sitting near the back? However it's not a great way to treat tourists spending money in your town or people who are new to the area. Just get cameras and maybe limit your alcohol sales to people who are clearly over served. Other than that the food is delicious and pretty much the only place to eat in Amador City so I recommend giving it a try. 3 starts only because the hospitality vibe.

Wow!!!!! What an amazing find in such a cute town! Definitely amazingly great pizza and salad. We…read moreopted for the lunch combo special, pizza + salad. Not your ordinary pizza! It's freshly garnished pizza on lightly, crispy and tasty focaccia bread. We opted for the margarita and mushroom pizzas. The sauce and cheese were delicious! And the salads were original and yummy as well. Their spin on Cesar salad was so great with the crispy bread crumbs! Service was great and the wait was short. A must visit when in town!

A few years ago Gold Dust was always amazing but the service and quality has been hit or miss…read morelately. metimes the pizza is cooked perfectly and sometimes it's very underdone. Sometimes the staff are friendly and great and sometimes they're drunk and clearly don't care at all.

Consistently amazing, our go to on way home from lake !…read more Food also fresh, everyone so helpful and friendly, love the location!

Walked in from a hotel down the street as I was told it was a good stop. When walking in it was…read moredead and four employees were standing in the back. One came up to greet me and take my order. A small pizza and drink for me and then wait for a bit. While waiting I noticed that it was not super clean. Lots of stuff under the benches, even new clothes tags stuck to the bench. One of those 4 should have been out in the dining area. The pizza was delivered to the table and it was outstanding. One of the better pizzas I've ever had. Pepsi products are self serve and table clearing is done by the customer, so consider that when asked to tip at the beginning. Would I go again... you bet. It was a great pizza.

My first time here. My wife loves this place. We ordered to go and when I went in to pick the order…read moreup, it was all kids working there. Very impressed with their customer service, especially with kids that young. They were clean cut and showed respect. Being from the Bay Area, it is something you never see anymore. Great pizzas and the restaurant was very clean. Highly recommend, you will not be disappointed.