Quick, efficient service - order at table using iPad. All…read moreitems 5 stars Spicy Wonton Chicken Fried Rice Green Beans Cucumber Salad Very reasonably priced with large portions.

4/23/26 - Looking for something fun to do instead of the regular beat & tired of eating the same…read morefoods everyday, I thought about trying Bao Bao. I had my two oldest grandchildren with me and they are adventurous like their Grammy!!!! The three of us chose a dish and one additional which was the steamed pork buns. Our order was take by computer that is in your table. We ordered: Steamed pork buns, shrimp fried rice, orange chicken, and shrimp rice ramen noodle. I will start with the best dishes: I will give the steamed pork buns an AA rating. They were buttery soft and were not filled with pork that has a lot of fat. I don't like biting into my pork bun and bite into a lot of pork that is crunching in my mouth. I hate that!!! This bun is just a little sweet, but tasty. The orange chicken was presented very nicely with thin orange slices decorating the plate. The grandchildren & I really enjoyed this dish. The shrimp fried rice was served cold, but had plenty plump shrimp which surprised me. I am not a fan of peas & carrots but the grandchildren liked it. The shrimp ramen noodle was not a hit with the three of us. It probably would do better as a ramen soup, it lacked in taste big time, so in some broth with a little seasonings I am sure would make a big difference. The plus of this dish was it too had plenty plump shrimp. I don't come out to Trinity Parkway often and I don't know if I would try this place again. The restaurant is not big inside; a little tight. There are some tables for two and some for four. The biggest table is for six and is in the front. Customers were coming in picking up their orders as well as Door Dash & Uber Eats. Our four orders with drinks came up to $73.+

If you haven't tried the birria and tres leches cake yet, you are seriously missing out! The birria…read morewas incredibly flavorful--tender, juicy meat with rich consommé that hits all the right spots. Every bite was packed with authentic seasoning and that perfect slow-cooked texture. And the tres leches cake? Wow. Moist, sweet, and creamy without being overwhelming. It was the perfect balance--light and indulgent at the same time. The kind of dessert that makes you close your eyes and just savor. Highly recommend both. 10/10. Will definitely be coming back for more!

Stopped by Livermore's farmers market and wow this did not disappoint. Given I was hangry after my…read morehair appointment but I knew this was the right move. Got the 1 meat 1 side plate for $16 and was more than full. The rub on the ribs I got was insane and the mac n cheese creamy. Ribs fell off the bone wow. When I got home I added some veggies cuz i am that girl now , and some pickled jalapenos. 100 would get again.

Absolutely delicious! Went to a friends winery estate for a concert here in Livermore, hog house…read morebbq was catering. The workers and customer service is delightful, very kind and respectful gentlemen, silly lighthearted jokes and know how to cut through tension when they ran out of food The ambiance I would say is wonderful given that they were all such kind workers (:

Sad Papa Urb's is closing! A staple in Filipino fusion in the Central Valley will be missed. Thank…read moreyou for the Sisig Fries memories through the years and the free ice cream the last day open on Friday 3/13/26. My kids grew up into young adulthood with Papa Urbs in their orbit. So thankful for your 15 years! Good luck to the Papa Urbs fam!! Much love and respect.

A hometown favorite of mine! I grew up getting the Sisig fries, but their menu has expanded since…read moremy high school days. I grabbed the Kalderata rice plate and a Lychee-coconut calamari's cooler!

Unfortunately there's no picture! Back story: since we…read moremoved from the Bay we have been looking for a pupuseria for years! I got home, ripped the foil and added my curtido and salsa! First bite..... And woo-hoo ! Explosion of flavor! The masa for the pupusa wasn't dry , the ratio of filling to masa, perfection! Definitely did not disappoint! Jalapeno/cheese and revuelta was what I ordered! Hands down 100/10 Will update with pictures when we go back, cuz we going back!

Why is no one talking about this place?! This place is an absolute hidden gem. The pupusas were…read moreridiculously delicious -- perfectly thick, STUFFED with melty cheese, and packed with flavor. The crispy cheese on the edges alone deserved its own round of applause. The curtido and salsa were fresh and balanced, not overpowering, just the perfect complement. And let's talk about the fried plantains with beans and sour cream... WOW. The plantains were caramelized and sweet, the beans were rich and savory, and that cool sour cream on top tied everything together beautifully. Don't let the fact that it's inside a gas station deter you! It's a definite must try! Super reasonable prices, and food that clearly tastes homemade. The owners are so kind and service on point! Call ahead if you're on a time crunch because they are made fresh otherwise be patient, it's worth it! I'll definitely be back -- this spot is too good not to share (but also tempting to gatekeep).

My wife and I were in the mood for burgers in the area and we wanted to give this place a shot…read more When we got there, the location looked like it was closed but that was because they were at a different location that day. I would recommend looking up their instagram just in case this happens to you. The team was kind and patient as it was my first time there. I ordered the loaded fries with a patty and it was delicious. The burger patty was seasoned and juicy. The fries were crispy similar to In n Out fries. With the sauce they used for the fries, I feel like I got a burger and then some. For the price, that will probably be my go to order since it is more filling than one burger. Overall, good food and I will try again at the original location.

You know it's gonna be good when there is only two burger items on the menu! We didn't realize they…read moreopened at 1pm that day so we were among the first few to order. The wait still did take a little while. But without exaggeration, this was the best smash burger I've ever had! The patty had that perfect crisp on the outside from wing smashed, and the flavoring was amazing. The fries was also so good, I love the cut and crispiness along with the sauce. Pairing it with Fieldwork Brewery next door elevated the experience. Definitely coming back!

Food is really good. Favorite is the brisket, pork belly and collard greens. Need to try the oxtail…read morebut they don't have often. Service is quick.

Good barbecue is tough to find around here. And great barbecue? I've only had it once in Northern…read moreCalifornia. Until today. Pitmaster/Chef Michael has an amazing backstory. I actually stumbled across the Dirty Pit BBQ page on the Nextdoor app, where he had posted a video about an unhoused community member who needed a bike. Michael was reaching out to the community and using his platform to see if anyone had an old bike they were getting rid of, or even one to sell and he would buy it and then gift it to the man. Today, Michael told me that he saw the person just the other day, and someone came through with the bike. As I stood talking with him, enjoying my meal (more on that in a second), there was not one but two other people who were standing nearby. Michael offered both of them some food and a smile, saying he knows how hard it is out here. I don't know that I've seen that level of generosity ever at a food stand, and I'm here for it. The question, then, is Does the food measure up? And that's an easy one to answer. I was the third party in line at about 12:15 this afternoon, shortly after opening, so I was able to get a good look at what I was already smelling. No one got to the front before being offered a sample - a bite of tri-tip or a burnt end or an oxtail - which was a great way to try almost everything in one visit. Amazingly, there were zero misses, and everything on the menu was as delicious as Chef Michael described. I chose tri-tip, ribs, and burnt ends for my plate, with mac n cheese and beans as my sides (though I was also offered a sample of collard greens, as well), and I can tell you this: the biggest problem you're going to have is narrowing down your choices. The tri-tip is tender and flavorful, and the temperature was a very nice medium rare. The oxtails had a fantastic homemade blend of seasoning. I don't often order oxtails, but these had such a comfort-food quality that I immediately realized I've been missing out. The pork ribs were large, meaty, and perfectly seasoned. The burnt ends had an incredible glaze. I brought a bite of mac n cheese over to take a dip in the burnt end sauce and almost fell over, it was so good. The mac n cheese was exactly what you want it to be - a nice crust on top, and cheesy, gooey goodness all throughout. As for the beans and the collard greens: I can't remember ever having better beans or greens anywhere, ever, and that's after living in the South for over a decade. The greens were incredible - so often they're too salty or bitter, but I could eat a whole plate of these. And the beans were the most savory, hearty bbq beans you've ever seen. I've literally never been excited about bbq beans, because so often people either heat them up straight from a can, or cook them in a way that makes them taste like they're canned anyway. These beans were insane, and that in an of itself is kind of an insane thing to say about beans. All of that to say, this is competition-winning-level stuff here. And let's put this in context - at this point, Chef Michael has his meats and sides all kept in catering trays lined with foil, which would make it tricky for an all-day setup. But he's been selling out before anything gets too dry. I've been fortunate to be at the front of the proverbial line of a few of the best (Texas Monthly Top 50 - actual best!) bbq places in Texas before they blew up (Corkscrew in Spring when it was a trailer and a tent, Tejas in Tomball when it was a chocolate shop), as well as most of the famous spots, and I am completely confident in saying that if Chef Michael keeps up this level of smoking and cooking, we're looking at what could become the gold standard for NorCal bbq.

About once a month, I come down to go wine tasting with my best friend in Lodi. He recommended this…read moreplace for their pizza, particularly because they do woodfired pizza and he was explaining that their woodfired pizza oven came all the way from Italy. He was saying initially the owner was running it out of a truck and then finally bought this fish market and converted it into the restaurant you see today. I typically stay with the standard pepperoni pizza whereas my friend will occasionally try their new specials. But no matter what pizza you get the pizzas are phenomenal. I usually can only eat half while I'm there, I take the other half to go home and I kid you not by the next afternoon that pizza is already gone, sometimes it doesn't even make it through the night. I guess that's why my friend tells me that sometimes he'll buy two pizzas for himself. They have plenty of seating inside as well as outside, the staff is always super friendly and helpful. They offer beer, wine, and soft drinks if you're not looking for alcohol. There is not enough positive things I can say though about this pizza and you have to try it for yourself. But be warned once you've had this pizza it's hard to go anywhere else. Thank you so much for providing a great restaurant for the boys night out!

I don't think I've ever been disappointed with this place, the service, drinks, and food…read more The ingredients are fresh and delicious, they have really great specials that are frequently changed to highlight seasonal gems. Their fennel sausage is really good and makes a good addition to any pizza. The veggie forward options are always unique and delicious. If you like authentic stone baked pizza with unique combinations, this is the place to go.

This was one of the best meals I've had the pleasure of enjoying in some time. Came here and tried…read morea little of everything...stuffed myself to the gills. Everything was fantastic from start to finish and came out of the kitchen in glorious succession. The pompushki was buttery and soft, the tater tots were perfectly crisp, the loaded pirogies were stuffed full of cheesy potato goodness, and the khachapuri, oh my gosh, the khachapuri. Absolute heaven. I cannot wait to come back and do it all again.

Super delicious staff and friendly food!…read more Oops put my chicken foot in my mouth, I meant super friendly staff and delicious food! Highly recommend the donuts and this bish can't get enough knish. The pelmeni is my favorite tho.

Best sushi in 209 no other sushi beats jimmys I will definitely let my friends know about this placeread more

This place is a hole in a wall. Its located inside Mr. D Bar. Came to get a drink one day and…read morenoticed DoorDash couriers were coming in and out picking up orders. The cooks were fast and provided good service. My favorite, the Lion King rolls. It was warm and savory. The salmon wasn't over cooked. Definitely a nice place to get lunch and grab nice cold beers.