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The Dancing Fox Winery & Brewery

3.9 (1.1k reviews)
Closed • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Moderate noise
Dogs allowed

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Chris S.

The food was good and the service was great. I had the French dip and my partner had the fish and chips. Both were good. We got the focaccia bread and a bottle of the Fox Zin. It was very enjoyable.

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s c.

Fantastic food, dessert and service ! Always a favorite! I got the Southwest chicken salad loved it. My mom got the cranberry walnut with chicken salad. She loved it. My daughter got the foxtrot sandwich. She loved it. My grandson got the chicken and fries. He loved it the dessert. I'm not exactly sure what it was. It was some kind of a turtle cream cheese brownie type thing. It was fantastic. wonderful service wonderful everything always love coming here. I hope they never change.

BLTA sandwich, fries were good too
susan s.

Stopped in to the Dancing Fox hoping to combine a tasting with a meal. They couldn't accommodate due to a members event so we just had lunch with wine. The menu is somewhat typical bar food options, nothing particular gourmet. The focaccia bread that they use for sandwiches is definitely a standout out though - be sure to try this. The Chardonnay Reserve was served too cold, so it lacked personality as I'd hoped. This place seems to serve alot of locals which is nice to see.

Taniesha L.

This is my second time dining at the place and this time it was a lunch date with my kiddos. We arrived and were seated outside right away. It was very cute out there, we loved it! My kids can get a bit excited so it was perfect for us. Our waiter was very pleasant and attentive. I ordered the Caesar salad wrap and my daughter did the same, I got some chicken and fries for my littlest one. The wrap was amazing! My daughter didn't leave a crumb on her plate. I will be coming back just for the wrap. When I was here previously I ordered the cranberry Turkey sandwich and it was delicious as well. Needless to say this is a great place for lunch

Rona S.

Visiting Lodi this restaurant was highly recommended so we gave it a shot. We came in early dinner on a weekend, it wasn't busy maybe 3-4 tables occupied. The restaurant looks cool, looks very old, very dim, smelled like old wood. We got pizza to share, some beer, and desserts. The pizza was meh, not very good, crust was tough, we didn't get to finish it. I was really excited about the desserts. I got the fox delight and my bf got the bread pudding. The fox delight is pretty much like a frozen snicker bar with whipped cream. I can tell this entire dessert was just taken out of the freezer because my whipped cream was frozen. It was so difficult to cut, was too frozen. I really wanted to like it but I could barely cut it to take a bite. I was just tempted to grab with with my hands and eat it because I didn't want to waste it. The bread pudding was way too sweet, even my bf who loves sweets could not finish it. The other thing we noticed, was the amount of flies on our food. I didn't notice them at first, it being so dark. I was wondering why my bf kept waving on the food. They were the small flies, like gnats. They feasted on our food when we were done with it. I don't think I will be coming back.

Greek salad

Best service and great food Greek salad is unbelievable, the dressing is scrumptious too

Beautiful Patio
Christine L.

I was really excited to try The Dancing Fox. This was our first visit, and we arrived right as they opened, so the wait wasn't an issue. Unfortunately, the first impression walking in wasn't great. The servers appeared unwelcoming and exhausted, and there wasn't much of a greeting or warmth. After we sat down, that seemed to be the overall tone. Our server was very dry--maybe it had been a long night, but the energy felt low from start to finish. The food came out on the greasy side and lacked seasoning. The standout dish was the calamari--the pieces were large, meaty, and satisfying. The fish and chips looked great in photos, but it didn't taste fresh and had an oddly papery texture. I also tried a cherry cider wine, which leaned very sweet--almost like a port, and not quite my preference. One of the most disappointing aspects was the lack of wine flight options. When I asked about tastings, I was told I'd need to sit at the bar next time, which felt a bit dismissive. Overall, it wasn't my best restaurant experience in Lodi. I had high hopes, but this visit didn't quite deliver.

Sacha B.

I had lunch here and had a wine tasting and it was so good! The food was good but the wine was amazing! It was really cool too seeing all the artwork on the walls. It gave it a very medieval feel. I would definitely go back here even if it was only for a tasting!

Connie W.

Thiss place is huge, and has outdoor seating options. It was a beautiful first Sat in Oct, we opt to sit outside. Service was quick and attentive. We ordered 2 beers in opposite spectrums. A light pear cider and a dark Stout, Barrel aged Yeti. Both were great. For food, we had a tritip sandwich and a Cranberry Walnut Salad. Both were tasty with house made bread. After our meal, we walked to the back for complimentary wine tasting. We asked for reds, and were poured generously with so many bottles. We ended up buying the new blend and the port.

House made Ice cream
Mary D.

10/10 I went there almost a year ago and found some photos I wanted to post for all this new comers. This food is amazing please go if your in Lodi!

Veggie burger with fries
Nishalina B.

One of the best veggies burgers! The patties are house-made with many fresh ingredients. The patty holds together well. Big portion. Highly recommend. I prefer the onion rings over the fries. I heard the chicken caprese sandwich is really good! I also want to try their fish and chips. I haven't done their wine tasting here. The service and restaurant is real nice. I love the decore. Bathroom is clean. They do have a parking lot as the street parking can be hard.

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Julie M.

First visit based on a recommendation and it was worth it Food - all the food ordered was delicious. The portions were huge. We shared among the table as it was overwhelming for one person. Ambience - we sat outside and enjoyed the fresh air. Very relaxing vibe Service - at first our sever was a little rigid but as time went on he relaxed and become more friendly and smiled. He was on top of things though Overall great experience. Look forward to the next visit

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Saketh A.

I love the apps here! Great pairing with the drinks. Bruschetta, calamari and the sliders were soooo on point. Highly recommend those. We didn't get entrees but the burger looked good. I'd get that next time. I loved the one and only beer lager on their menu. It's a brewery so I'd expect more options for the lager but didn't find any. Also my partner who is a self proclaimed wine connoisseur, stated the wine was slightly watered down. I thought it was alright from my one sip. Seating is awesome tho! I liked the outdoor seating patio style. Great private and romantic as well. Good indoor seating for those who want it too. Parking right outside. They have their own parking lot. Staff are friendly and prompt with their service.

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The service and food is really good. My only complaint is that they are a little pricey.

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The hummus platter is pretty good if you like hummus! Servers are nice and sweet! It's more of a date night type of vibe!

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Ask the Community - The Dancing Fox Winery & Brewery

Take dinner reservations?

Their site says they do not. I've never needed one but haven't gone during a street fair or event.

Is there any sweet wine and cheese 🧀 platter?

Are you open on Thanksgiving Day?

I would think not but you can always call or get on their website

Do I need reservation to have Brunch?

They currently do not take any reservations. It's first come first serve.

Question for the winery/restaurant: Are both the restaurant and wine tasting dog friendly?

I have brought my dog here many times! Super pooch friendly. Seating outside, and I'm very sure they will accommodate your wine tasting outside too with your doggo!

When is their expansion done?

Hopefully sometime in early 2020. The bureaucracy within city limits is a pain in every city.

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My family and I were in Lodi for the Lodi Street Fair, and of course, we had to make a stop at Lodi…read moreBeer Company--one of our favorite places to visit when we're in town! Even though it was busy, we were seated surprisingly quickly. We started with the blue cheese fries, and wow, these are amazing! The fries are topped with a garlic sauce and blue cheese crumbles. They were so good that there wasn't a single fry left in the bowl! For our meals, two of us shared the salmon salad. It came with a generous piece of salmon on top and was served with a lemon vinaigrette. The dressing had a nice, tangy flavor that paired really well with the salad. One of the kids ordered the kids' mac and cheese, which disappeared pretty quickly! The other ordered corn dogs and French fries. Both were fresh, hot, and cooked perfectly. The only male in our group ordered from the brunch menu and went with the fajita omelette. It had all the flavors and fixings you'd expect from fajitas, but served in an omelette. He really enjoyed it--and there were no leftovers! We also had to get the house-made root beer from Lodi Beer Company, and it did not disappoint. It's really, really good and definitely worth trying! Overall, we had another great experience at Lodi Beer Company. It was the perfect place to take a break from the heat, enjoy a good meal, and cool off before heading back out to enjoy more of the street fair. We definitely recommend stopping by if you're in Lodi!

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We had an amazing first time experience at the Lodi location market Tavern. My friend and I came…read morelast week for dinner as I get together to catch up and also for my sweet for baby's birthday. The hosts were extremely friendly and gave my fur babies lots of attention and love. They even got us a little burger patty with a candle for him. It was quite warm and swampy outside though, and unfortunately, there were several mosquitoes making a meal out of us as well. Market Tavern has battery operated flyswatters that you can put on the table, but most of them were not charged so we couldn't really use them. The interior of the restaurant is beautiful though. Bathrooms were clean as well; actually kind of like the single bathrooms as they do have a few and give you more privacy. In terms of menu items, about 95% of the menu items are the same as Stockton's. I tried the Hamachi Crudo, which was refreshing and I also tried the roasted brussels sprouts. The duck confit was probably my favorite as it was so crispy. Although it sat on a bed of sweet sauce, I think it balance as well with the saltiness of the duck. I had a sparkling rosé locally from Lodi, which was refreshing and not stale/metallic. My friend got the salmon which she said was good too. I think overall, the big appeal for us was the fantastic service. At the end of our meal, our server generously gave both me and my friend little baggies of blueberry oatmeal cookies that we tried later. They were so fresh and delicious and soft. The staff here at market Tavern really made sure we got such great care and attention and treated us so well. My fur boys and I would be happy to return for that same experience. :)

Lunch visit. The restaurant was bright and dark at the same time and we wore sunglasses indoors…read more We had 3 menus to look at, lots of cocktails to choose from and I loved the seafood options. Ciabatta didn't do much for me, yet the Octopus and Crudo was delicious. Sandy provided excellent service!

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We visited Papapavlo's mid afternoon on Saturday. Not many customers. But had great, friendly, and…read moreattentive service. Our son enjoyed the cheeseburger and excellent fries. My boyfriend had the chicken pesto and prosciutto sandwich, while I enjoyed the gyro pita. Everything tasted really good. If we are back in Lodi we'd definitely come back.

After having a fun night creating some art at down the rabbit hole we looked up some places for…read moredinner and Papapavlo's caught our eye. The restaurant is beautiful! The food was delicious! And service was perfect! Kristen and Emily was so attentive and gave us such great customer service! At initial sit down.. we was greeted with a bowl of flat bread and our drink order was taken. The flat bread was warm soft and so good we asked for seconds lol. We ordered the grilled artichoke..the char grilled taste was great and the dip was delicious! We shared the salad special today, which was a pear salad that came with raspberry and blue cheese. Everything went well together it was refreshing. And for our entree we shared the mushroom ravioli and the pork tenderloin medallions. The pork tenderloin medallions came with green beans and mash potatoes. Everything was chefs kiss! My favorite was the mushroom raviolis.. it was so flavorful and mushroom-e if that's even a word but you know what I mean. So good! My other friend ordered the seafood pasta and said that was also very good. The dessert presentation was perfect! You get to see their dessert menu in 3D! A tray of deliciousness.. Literally the dessert itself! We shared the chocolate mousse and was not disappointed! It was light and chocolatey all at the same time! Stumbled upon this place... but now a fan.. I live in Elk Grove and would drive south for this again for sure!

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Avenue Grill

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4.5(672 reviews)
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Not being familiar with a town and wanting a good breakfast is always tricky. Avenue Grill had…read morestrong reviews and the food looked good on Yelp. When we got there, the place was packed. Always a good sign. We were quickly seated in their covered patio area. The seating was quite comfortable. The staff were prompt and attentive. I ordered the Potatoe Platter. Probably not the healthiest of choices but who can deny a heaping platter of country style potatoes mixed with grilled ham, bacon, onions, and topped with melted cheese. I mean seriously. I ordered mine with eggs and ordered the pancake instead of toast, more on that later. To say this is a hearty meal would be the understatement of the year. Try as I might, I packed over half of this delicious dish for breakfast the following day. Judge me if you must, but I measure all pancakes against the gold standard of pancakes, McDonalds. The Avenue Grill offered a solid pancake, light, fluffy with a slight snap, every bit a worthy competitor to my favorite. Before I knew it, the pancake was gone. My wife ordered the French Toast. Want we loved about the Avenue Grill is sometimes you just want good, simple food and this was the case with the French Toast. Based on a light Sourdough, the french toast had good flavor and came together nicely with the syrup. All in all, we absolutely loved Avenue Grill. If you're ever in the Lodi area, Avenue Grill is worth a visit.

If you are hangry for breakfast this is the place to visit bc they cook to order your mega entree…read moreright away. It's set in a nondescript strip mall & the restaurant itself is small with outdoor seating with space heaters but we three sat at the bar so we didn't have to wait at all for a table. It's very casual yet chill ambiance. Parking is free & there is only one restroom for the entire restaurant. So plan ahead. My son & I had the Denver omelettes with sourdough toast. My wife had her usual veggie omelette with no cheese but with sourdough toast. When we were served our breakfast our faces lit up literally bc of the massive amount of food. And that's an understatement! We ended up with boxes to go bc there was so much food on our plate. Crazy amount! You can be sure we would return! Can't wait!

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4.1(306 reviews)
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I ate here twice, one day for a light dinner in the bar and another in the main restaurant…read more The ambiance is very pleasant, perhaps call it farmhouse chic with a sophisticated yet cozy feeling as though you're eating at someone's house. It's contemporary and the furnishings are quite comfortable. It's the type of place you can settle in and have a casual meal without feeling rushed. Prices are high yet the quality is excellent. For the first evening at the bar we settled into a high top table. You can sit at the bar, lounge type seating or outdoors on a pleasantly shaded patio. They had an expanded bar bites menu as the main restaurant is closed on Wednesdays... most of it quite enticing. We opted for cocktails to start and I chose a specialty Date Maple Old Fashioned. It was really good with a large ice ball to chill it. For bar bites we shared the pork belly sandwiches (small, delicious but messy to eat), the sausage skewers (amazing!) and crab cups (refreshingly light and easy to eat). After cocktails we had glasses of a light white wine, made with Santorini Greek grapes. For the next meal in the dining room the place was a buzz with activity but conversation was easy without a lot of excessive noise. It's intimate and the room is quite pleasant for a gourmet meal. We started with cocktails (same Old Fashioned) and shared the grilled Brussels Sprouts which were plentiful and ever so delicious. They were slightly over grilled for my taste yet it didn't distract from me enjoying them. We got bread which was a baguette with butter and the consistency perfect for a French style loaf. For my entree I debated between the scallops and the pork chop and went with the chop. I was quite pleased as the chop came in thick slices and drizzled with a tarragon mustard reduction sauce. It was amazing, tender, juicy and at 22oz I couldn't finish it all. It came with a tasty apple sauce and grilled seared cabbage. Absolutely delicious. Ed, celebrating a birthday, had steak which came with a huge bowl of mashed potatoes which I tasted. Oh my gosh, the creamiest potatoes ever! For dessert we shared the cheese plate, a really great way to end the meal, with glasses of a twany port. All of the cheeses from a brie to a hard cheese were top quality. Service both times was very attentive, professional yet personable. We were well cared for and everything went smoothly. It's expensive yet the experience and value is worth visiting. Make a reservation.

Review #1,109 Posted on 9.13.26…read more We came to Americana House on Sunday August 30th before heading home from staying at Appleation for our anniversary. Americana House is located right near the check in lobby at the resort. The food was really good when we came here. They've got a unique selection of a few items, including a crab omelette which we tried, it was very good. We also tried the shakshuka too, really tasty stuff. You put that on the soft fresh bread and it tastes like so good together. Service was good when we came, as well as the ambiance there in the morning for breakfast, eating outdoors when the weather is nice is always a mood setter for the day on the weekend or vacation. Would eat here again when staying at Appellation again for sure.

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Americana House  - Great dining room

Great dining room

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The Exchange 1874 - Spicy Chicken Pappardelle**

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3.7(174 reviews)
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Early dinner with the hubby and this night was definitely a thumbs up....way up! The food was…read moreexcellent, out in a timely manner but our waitress and I wish I remembered her name didn't miss the mark! She was gracious, had some great wine suggestions, and we just had a good time! This spots are rare in the area so yes in the past we've had a couple of just fair experiences but most of the time we've visited, we walk out satisfied.....but the one thing that is always the same- the food is excellent!!

We had Easter brunch at The Exchange 1874 in Woodbridge and came away with a very positive overall…read moreexperience. The restaurant is set in a historic brick building with a lot of character. We sat inside, where the space features exposed brick, artwork throughout, and very comfortable seating... my partner specifically pointed that out. The layout includes a mix of seating areas, which gives it a more relaxed, layered feel. The bar area, known as the Ghost Lounge, adds a darker, more lounge-like element to the overall atmosphere. Service was excellent. Our server, Lacy, was friendly, attentive, and witty - easily one of the best servers we've had in a while. For drinks, I had a local Oak Farm red wine that was excellent. Others in our group had mimosas, which were well received... especially the grapefruit mimosa, which my partner really enjoyed. For food, there were several highlights. My partner had the chicken and waffles and loved it; I tried some and would agree it was very good. Another person in our group ordered the steak breakfast tacos, which came as a set of three. They only ate two, and I had the third and it was delicious and something I would recommend. Another in our group had the eggs Benedict and thought it was excellent. I had the biscuits and gravy with fried eggs. It was okay, but not something I would go out of my way to order again. In terms of value, prices felt consistent with the quality of the food, service, and overall setting. It's not a budget brunch spot, but it feels appropriate for the experience. Overall, it was a really enjoyable Easter brunch with great service, a comfortable and well-designed interior, and several strong menu items. I'd rate it a 4 out of 5, though if half-points were an option, this would land closer to a 4.5. We'd definitely come back.

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The Exchange 1874 - Seating inside the bar called the ghost lounge... The exchange 1874

Seating inside the bar called the ghost lounge... The exchange 1874

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