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    The Point Restaurant

    3.7 (489 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Steakhouses

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    simple happy hour cocktail with great view (Happy Hour M-F 3-6)
    Alexandra G.

    The Point has really found its stride lately. The menu still has everything longtime customers know and love, but it's no longer a hard sell to the grandkids (or the plant-based daughter-in-law). Pasta entrées no longer default to meat, which makes them easy wins for plant-based eaters. There's also a hearty veggie burger--without the dreaded upcharge--and even the clam chowder is thoughtfully made without bacon, making it a rare option that works for pescatarians and guests with religious dietary needs. These may seem like small details, but together they make The Point feel welcoming to everyone. The classics are still holding strong--the fish and chips is as fantastic as ever, the fried zucchini is irresistible, and Happy Hour (Mon-Fri, 3-6pm) delivers with balanced cocktails and great value. Service is attentive without being overbearing, and the atmosphere is relaxed enough for a casual stop yet polished enough for a full dinner out. What's most impressive is the balance The Point has struck: longtime regulars still get their traditional favorites, while plant-based diners finally feel like they have real choices. That makes it the perfect spot for mixed groups--grandparents who want comfort food, families juggling picky eaters, or the vegetarian daughter-in-law who's usually stuck with a side salad. Now, everyone can sit down here and find something they're genuinely excited to eat. And for us personally, it's a game-changer. We're thrilled to finally have a local spot where we can bring company off the boat without feeling like we have to cook and clean for every meal. The Point has quickly become a place we're excited to share with our loved ones--a true gem in the Delta.

    Evangelina Z.

    What a beautiful restaurant on the river in Rio Vista. Having lived in Isleton for a brief period, we made many stops in Rio Vista but never had the chance to eat here until recently and had a great experience. They were doing a meal special for Valentines day, Prime Rib and Lobster special with sides, 2 for $90, a steal for the meal! I like pretty rare prime rib and that is what I got with a heap of horseradish, fried potatoes, and green beans. The lobster tail was a good size, nicely cooked, and served with warm butter of course. We enjoyed our evening looking out at the stormy weather- too windy and raining to keep the boat out that evening but it does have dock for guests to pull up at if you are traveling along the river. This place is not just for "fancy" evenings out, the locals come here for a good dinner and they serve lots of options so there is something for everyone. They have a full bar and serve bottles of wine. I would love to come back for lunch and try that clam chowder!

    Fish Tacos (crispy, grilled fish is an option)
    Rae Lynn Z.

    Needed a lunch spot to meet a friend from Galt, somewhere 1/2 way between us. Found the Point. We shared some fried Artichoke hearts, I had the fish tacos and a bowl of clam chowder. One friend had the tuna melt, one had the club sandwich. The food was fresh with generous servings and service was excellent! The clam chowder had a good amount of clams (some don't), the fish tacos had a pico that provided a nice level of spice. The artichokes were well prepared, no woody leaves, just tender parts of the hearts. It's right on the Delta so views are nice, even on an overcast day. There is outside seating on the back deck with wide views of the Delta.

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    Steve C.

    Everything needs to be better. I guess there is a new owner. Never canceled a dinner order before. But today is the Day. Horrible experience never needed to chase down a waiter after 45 minutes. I tipped well but will never return. Been going for over a decade.

    Fish & Chips
    Jeremy M.

    My schedule opened up and I was dragged to lunch on a beautiful Thursday afternoon with my Dad, Aunt, and Uncle (Not complaining btw) The hour drive from Vallejo reminded me why I love East Solano County! We got there and sat out in the lower dining area and Julie took absolute care of us. The initial Margarita(Not pictured) was a cucumber blueberry margarita. It was alright. I wasn't a huge fan. The food: The Shrimp Louie looked amazing and was set up in a 'mix up as you go' fashion The Mango Halibut also looked amazing and was confirmed by my uncle. The fried Cod and Sidewinder fries while kinda basic hit an absolute chord. Light crispy batter, the fish did tend to get soggy kinda quick but it was still good. The French Dip was good! Nice tender prime rib cut super thin. The onion rings were great! The only issue I had was the au jus was more or less a beef base that had little depth and was lacking. The Cadillac margarita was really good and hit the spot on a warm afternoon! Overall between the food and the view this is a great place to hang out if you're in the area!

    2024 Easter eats!
    Antonio D. M.

    Do you like old school restaurants on the river? I do. We went to check out The Point over in Rio Vista. @pointrestaurant has daily specials and won the Best of the Delta runner up award for "Best Food with a View," on the Delta. This was worth visiting in itself. It offers patio, banquet, bar, and dining room seating all with views of the mighty Sacramento River. I ordered the refreshing Point's Punch, the jumbo prawn cocktail, deep fried artichoke hearts, and their popular clam chowdaaa! It tasted homemade but just needed more clams IMO. Satisfaction attained. Friendly, attentive, and quick service here. A return visit will be planned soon. Located between the Sac River and a little marina. I rounded my 3.5 stars to 4 with more menu exploration forthcoming. We also cruised downtown Rio Vista and found a couple more spots to explore. The Point!!! Awesome views!

    Pesto linguine
    Janet J.

    Came here for a second time and tried out some of their other food items. Clam chowder was good, shrimp scampi was a bit watery and needed more garlic. The chicken pesto linguine was tasty. Good service and very nice view. Will definitely come back

    Calamari
    Desiree W.

    We had such a wonderful experience the staff and food was amazing... were definitely coming back ...

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    Had lunch on a Friday at the point. We tried outside first, but my height-challenged wife could not see over the railing :). Started with an Orange Dream cocktail and a plate of Fried Calamari which was a great appetizer served with both cocktail (++) & tartar (meh, --) dips. We had the Fish Sandwich and the steak salad. Ordered Rare steak & got it. Steak was great (no nerves, not too much fat). Just a little bit stingy on the blue cheese crumbles. The blue cheese dressing had no crumbles at all, glad I ordered it on the side. Nice ambiance for older folks right on the edge of the river. Waitress Carolina took great care of us and came multiple times during the meal to check on us. Thanks!

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    Bruce B.

    My favorite spot on the river for great drinks food and service! At the bar one has a great view of the river. Today it's pasta with pesto and shrimp.

    New York Steak Sandwich,

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    The menu was varied. From sea food to pasta and steaks. We loved the food presentation and the service was on spot.

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    Good excellent especially the double lobster tail. The service was great. The view is exceptional.

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    Ask the Community - The Point Restaurant

    Do I need a reservation?

    We didn't need one plenty of seating..

    Would you recommend this restaurant for a vegetarian (no fish/meat/seafood)? If you are a vegetarian and ate here, how was your experience?

    Yes, I'm vegetarian and I ate there recently. They don't have a large selection for vegetarians however you can find something for dinner. Four of us were in the party, with me being the only vegetarian. Each of us was happy with the food.

    Does this restaurant have air conditioning?

    Yes

    Is this restaurant upstairs? And If so, is their an elevator?

    Are dogs allowed outside?

    I did see people with dogs outside but you may want to call for any restrictions. I doubled checked only service dogs.

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