Still waiting for my food. Lots of food on the bar floor no one bothering to clean up after 15…read moreminutes tiny cup of guacamole 3.50

This is my second review. After multiple visits and reading the 1 star reviews, I have to give this…read moreplace a 5 star review. I will preface my review with the caveat that if you are in a hurry, order ahead for pickup or choose to go somewhere else. Busy times of the day could mean longer waits. I have been living in Contra Costa county for almost 4 years. Finding Mexican food to our liking has been difficult until we found this place. Here are the reasons why we like it. 1. Everything is house made. Chips and salsa both freshly made and salsa has a kick. The restaurant doesn't charge you for these delicious snacks. 2. Best ever skinny margaritas which means they don't use a premade mix and the house blanco tequila is decent. 3. The choices for protein are good. Not many places have a ground beef burrito. 4. Choice of beans. I like whole pinto, and they are great here. 5. I have never encountered any server or bartender to be anything but kind and pleasant. Whenever we are in Benecia, we choose Elvarita's for Mexican food.

I traveled 26 miles in a crazy rainstorm to this place because my 18-year-old son said I had to try…read moreit. I also wanted to go because I heard they had vegetarian and pescatarian options. Being a pescatarian, I am sadly not able to eat at most soul food places unless they have seafood options, which many don't. Urban Fusions even has vegan collard greens on their menu! I was expecting the place to have the traditional greasy spoon diner feel that a lot of soul food places have. Instead this place had more of a artsy urban feel to it, which I loved. My son got the fried okra and the southern 3-way plate with the fried chicken, fish, jumbo shrimp and fries, with Mac n cheese for the side. He loved it and of course couldn't finish it all, so he saved it for later. His friend had the sticky ribs and fries, which he said were amazing. I ordered the fried basa with vegan collard greens and of course fried okra, which my son and I order any time we see it on a menu. The fish was PERFECTION. It was seasoned just right and fried to the point of being crunchy but not at all greasy. The okra was flavorful and not too salty the way it can be at some places. I tasted the mac and cheese and really liked that it was seasoned with a touch of garlic. Yum. Our server Lyla was sweet and attentive. Be sure to tip her well when you come to this place. None of us could finish all of our food and had to take the remainder to go. We all left feeling super full and happy. All three of us slept like logs. Urban Fusions is a must-return spot for sure!

Listen Linda listen!!! You better come here and eat! The food is amazing! The drinks are right on!…read morePrice is on point. This place I found on yelp when we were in the Vallejo area. Walking in, it's an interesting decor I should say. The walls are made out of a foam texture. She cute. There are booths along the wall and tables in the middle. This place is your local hang out, a lot of people are return customers. Their drink menu is nice and drinks are definitely on the cheaper side. Our server was so funny! We ordered the black Barbie margaritas.... At first I was scared but damn... they was good. We ordered another round. Two will do you justice here. We were heading out to another event so we ordered appetizers. The fried okra which was delicious and perfect texture, also the ratio of breading to okra was great. They needed a dipping sauce, which later was brought out. We also ordered the pork belly and let me tell you, it was fire. Cooked to perfection. Our server was so sweet, I saw the cornbread and was like I have to try. She brought it out as a gift and when I said you didn't red butter, it was so buttery, and the texture was good. Ugh I'm still thinking about it. Head out to this place! You'll enjoy great food and drinks for a great price.

One of my favorite go-to Vallejo spots. The beers are good, the view is amazing, and the food is…read morealways on point. My favorite lunch order is the Chicken Caesar Wrap - perfect ratio of chicken, lettuce, cheese, dressing, and croutons. The wrap is always well constructed and never falls apart mid-consumption. When I moved away from Vallejo, I thought about this wrap often. For dinner, the wings are always a solid choice - korean bbq, bbq, buffalo - all equally good. The wings are a good size, an even mix of drums and flats, the chicken is always moist and the sauce ratio is perfect. Best wings in Solano County. The M.I.B.C. Burger is another favorite, always cooked as requested, the meat is super flavorful and the toppings - cheese, onion, sauce, and arugula fit perfectly between the brioche bun. This is also served with fries - always served the right amount of crisp. For beers, I prefer to drink the War Bond. However, I can vouch for the fact that all of the beer here is good. Also, all of the staff here are super friendly and helpful. Best neighborhood bartenders, best views of the sunset. We are lucky to have this spot in Vallejo.

The food was good overall. We started with the fish and chips, and the fish was exactly how we like…read moreit--light, crispy, and coated in a delicate, crunchy batter (think Sardine Can). The onion rings were good too, although I wish they used the same batter as the fish. The food wasn't served quite as hot as I would have preferred, and they were pretty conservative with the condiments. That may be intentional given the location and the likelihood of non-customers helping themselves if everything was left on the tables. I asked whether the beets in the beet salad were freshly roasted or canned, and I was told they were fresh, so I ordered it. It was good, but something wasn't quite as fresh as I expected. It may have been the walnuts--I think they would have benefited from being toasted--or perhaps another ingredient. I'm very particular when it comes to beet salads. I also ordered the crab and artichoke melt, and this was the star of the meal. It was absolutely divine. Rich, buttery crab and melted cheese layered on thinly sliced, perfectly toasted ciabatta--it was pure comfort food. I was surprisingly full after just two bites, partly because the portions are generous and I'd already made a dent in the beet salad. I skipped drinks this visit, but I'll definitely be back to check out the rotating taps and wine selection. The staff were laid-back, incredibly friendly, and genuinely helpful. The setting is one of the restaurant's biggest draws. The outdoor patio offers a beautiful bird's-eye view of the ferries arriving at Mare Island, making it the perfect place to linger over a meal. Inside, there's a large, inviting bar where it's easy to strike up a conversation with another guest, or you can grab one of the window seats and simply enjoy the waterfront views. I'll definitely be back.

Three Tacos, Ten Dollars, Zero Regrets…read more Listen, when a plate of food makes you stop mid-bite just to appreciate the moment - you know you found something special. That's exactly what happened here. I went with the taco trio - shredded chicken, carne asada, and carnitas - all for just $10. Let that sink in. Ten dollars. Each taco came on a shell grilled to absolute perfection, golden and crisp on the outside with just enough give to hold everything together without falling apart in your hands. The kitchen clearly takes pride in the details that matter. The proteins delivered across the board. The shredded chicken was tender and well-seasoned. The carne asada carried that satisfying char and depth that good asada demands. The carnitas? Rich, slightly caramelized, and the kind that makes you rethink every other carnitas taco you've ever had. The salsa brings real heat, so spice lovers will feel right at home. Those who prefer a milder experience, request the salsa on the side or ask for mild - the kitchen accommodates. The beans deserve their own moment. Creamy, flavorful, and clearly slow-cooked with care, these elevate the whole plate. The rice holds its own as a solid, satisfying side that rounds everything out nicely. Now let's talk ambiance. The dining room sat nearly empty during my visit, carrying that quiet, desolate energy that doesn't exactly scream "destination dining." The heat inside was real - the kind where you find yourself fanning the menu and wishing someone would crack open a window. For $10 though? You deal with it and smile through every bite. This place should be packed every single night. The food punches well above its price point, and once word gets out, that empty dining room won't stay empty long. Add this spot to your list and bring your appetite.

They raised their prices $1 and made the servings smaller. Bogus. Totally uncool!!…read more Other than that, they're pretty good.

Food is always the best!! Always fresh!…read more Owner and staff are awesome! We have been a Coustomer since we moved here 17 years ago and would always give them 10 stars!

Great food, staff, and service - always. Great selection of lots of specialty items, as well.read more

This has the most amazing Italian food in Benicia!! The…read moreservice has been absolutely amazing also!! Annette on Thursday night does a terrific job. They serve Rombauer Wine, which is really delicious! The owner chef Romero is amazing! You will definitely have the best meal here!!

Came here to celebrate Mother's Day with my mom, grandparents, and brother and booked a reservation…read morethe day before. Thank goodness they had space for the 5 of us! First of all, our waiter was so sweet and attentive. My grandparents have some dietary restrictions, but they were very accommodating and helpful when picking something they could eat off the lunch menu. We were first served bread which was warm and delicious with the marinara. We ordered Prosciutto for our appetizer which was very tasty. Can't ever go wrong with this plate. I ordered the chicken pesto with a tomato bisque soup. The soup was delicious! My mom who ordered a salad split it with me because she's never tried that soup and found it super tasty. The chicken pesto was more on the tomato-ey side but yummy nonetheless. The portions were huge so I had to take it to go! Such a cute place to bring your family or a date to!

I hit United Bites at Off The Grid Pleasant Hill's soft opening, and they did a great job! They…read morehad already been open for a couple hours when I bellied up to try their Caribbean jerk chicken tacos, so their menu was half crossed out, and the wait was considerable - I'd say at least 20 minutes. But in fairness I don't think they anticipated such an insane crowd for a soft opening - all the better for them and their cash register! Employee Adam thanked me very much for my patience and said please come back next week - they seem eager to show people that they can handle the pressure, of which I have no doubt. Along with the two tacos at $7, which is one of the best food truck deals I've ever seen, they offer a free soda with check-in & entree purchase on Yelp, woohoo! Their chicken was wonderfully spiced, topped with generous scoops of their shreddy coleslaw with a light but creamy dressing, wrapped in a flatbread-style tortilla with a classy sprinkling of black sesame seeds. Keep the little serving boat handy because these tacos are juicy and drippy! I look forward to visiting them again to try their other worldly offerings, they are a very welcome sight at food truck fests!

Decided to also try United Bites. This is the first time I have seen this truck. But it is my…read moresecond time at OTG walnut creek. I decided to get their Jerk Chicken Tacos. the price was higher than what I usually feel comfortable at, but I wanted to taste the UB sauce that was part of set up. The 2 tacos are larger than the typical small street tacos that are offered. The chef did a great job with tons of portions, but the combination was amazing. Quick service, about 6mins to be made. Good size and portion. Price mildly higher than what I like, but quality definitely worth it.

There's not a lot of places that stay open during the week. We were in town for the long holiday…read moreweekend and not wanting to end the night, we came here. Also a recommendation from friends who's in the neighborhood. We ended taking an uber as we weren't quite sure where it was. Honestly we could have walked there....lol... It was pretty lively when we walked in. They're open till midnight I believe and we arrived about 10:30. It's not quite a dive bar but somewhat better. Theres two pool tables right when you walk in through the back. Theres the bar counter along one side. I think there's only one bar. Besides that, food is also served. A good crowd with locals when we arrived. Both pool tables were utilized and a line was set. Drinks, we got a couple of the Moscow mules which was informed that they only had one cups left. Guess people take them. A couple of those and beer and margaritas. They were quite nice. Kitchen was still open, so we put in for some good. Heard that their fish and chips were good so that was ordered and the fried pickles. Food didn't take long to arrive. Yes, the fish and chips were quite nice. Two big chunks of fish which was nice and flaky. Served with tater sauce and marinara. Fried pickles were ok, a little too salty for my liking but good. The place was fun. A lively crowd there for the same reason. Drinks and having fun. Pool table was getting utilized the whole time. Food was quite nice. A fun local bar.

This is 3rd time I've been there since new owners took over . Trying to give them benefit of doubt…read morebut it's just bad. 1st time male server was so nasty to us told us new policy was ordering food at bar and was doing us a favor. 2nd time we had to give CC before ordering and then people in our group had fraud additional charges. Today went for breakfast surprised how $ it has become. Asked eggs over easy the yolk was hard boiled no one checked on us at the end server was very sweet and sympathetic but breakfast was bad I gave contacted new owners twice Nothing So sad we have been supporting this establishment for 25 years