So I interviewed at Riley's for a sales position over a year ago and during my interview I was…read moregiven a tour and some samples...and my love for Riley's began. I ended up getting a different job waiting for the sales position to open but I have been drinking Riley's ever since. My wife and I frequent the restaurant which is our spot!!! And the local grocery store keeps orange creme and vanilla (wish they'd bring back ginger) in stock just for us...(I think cause I was the one who introduced it to the cashiers...)!!! This is the first time finding Sancha and cougar and cowlifornia and catching up at other stores and I must say...sancha has me cheating on orange creme and ginger... Damn it Riley's you are the best! Keep it up and I'm going to keep spreading the word!

Just discovered this beer at Costco in Merced. I love trying local brews and since it was offered…read moreas a 6-pack (highly unusual for Costco!), I decided I needed to try this dark ale. I was not disappointed! Dropkick Molly is smooth and full of flavor. I loved it! Now I'm curious to try some of the other flavors....

Great vibe! Great music! Great beer. Love this place! Will definitely continue to grab some cold…read morebeers here!!

Nice staff, and great drinks. It's definitely a spot to go and hang or meet up with friends even…read moreduring the day. Has chips& salsa and sushi there also ! My brother and I stop by before the movies and drinks were soo good . Loved it & recommend to stop in

It's a chill spot Sometimes they have music or a game on…read morethe tv They have guest beers and wines I love the casual-ness, it's gives pulling up to a friends house for a beer

I ended up at Summer Park's Brewing today by accident, and I'm really glad I gave it another shot…read more My first visit here was about three years ago on a busy Friday night, and it left a bad impression. I was standing in line, second or third, when another employee opened a register and pulled someone from behind me just because they were a regular. That didn't sit right with me, and it honestly kept me from coming back for a long time. That said, even back then, I tried a few flights and remember the beers being solid across the board. Nothing amazing, but nothing bad either, just consistently middle-of-the-road. Fast forward to today, and it feels like a completely different place. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by George, who was outstanding. Friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely welcoming, he took the time to answer questions, explain the brewery's history, and make thoughtful recommendations. He suggested the chips and dip, which I highly recommend, simple but really well done. I ended up going through three flights this time: a dark/malty flight, a hazy flight, and a sour flight. The sour lineup was fantastic across the board. That said, the standout of the entire visit was the dark Kölsch. It was exceptional and easily the best beer I had. Even the red ale, which I normally don't enjoy, was surprisingly solid. Overall, everything I tried was at least a 5/10 or better. Nothing here dips below average, and several options are genuinely impressive. For context, I tend to grade beer pretty harshly. I've tried a wide range of beers and actively seek out harder-to-find options, so if I'm calling something "middle of the road," most people will probably find it better than that. This lineup will land well for the average beer drinker. The atmosphere has also improved significantly. They've added more seating, expanded into a second room with pinball machines, and the music has been consistently great the entire time I've been here. The front room has four TVs, with one dedicated to the menu and three playing sports, which adds to the relaxed, social vibe. The space is clean, well-maintained, and easy to enjoy whether you're with friends or on a casual date. Parking is decent, around 20-25 spots, and wasn't an issue. What really stands out is how much this place has improved overall. If you had blindfolded me and brought me here today, I wouldn't believe it was the same place I visited three years ago. I'm still not thrilled about how that first visit went, but credit where it's due, this place has made a major turnaround. Between the service, the atmosphere, and the quality of the beer, especially that dark Kölsch, I would absolutely recommend giving this place a try. I'll definitely be back.

The waitress was great..... they started an open mic on Wednesdays, I really did enjoyed myself…read morethe music was awesome.

"Great Beer, Great Food, Wonderful View!"…read more I could not believe my good fortune! I've never been here before, but decided to give this taproom a try. I felt right at home as soon as I walked in the front door. The server, Sparkle, was super friendly, and made some great suggestions for me. Guess what--they have a band coming in a few hours with a saxophone! I'm pretty sure they're bringing the band in just for me, but I could be wrong. During the crisis, you have to sit outside of course, but no problem. They've got a lot of tables on the patio, where you get a great view of the downtown area. So there I was, relaxing with a wonderful plate of street tacos, and a beer in hand, watching the beautiful downtown Clovis area. On my visit today I ordered a Pilsner and paired it with fish tacos. Yes, the pilsner was good, but I expected that. The two fish tacos surprise me. They are actually quite large. They're made in a little different style than I'm used to. The tortillas are actually more crunchy, with crunchy fish, of course, as well as cabbage and a mild sauce. It also includes slices of lime. It doesn't get any better than this folks. So all around, a wonderful visit. One of my favorite breweries, in one of my favorite towns.

Needed a something cold to quench my thirst in this crazy valley heat. Saw that they had Jarrito…read moreflavored Frazil so I had to try it out. They also offer Icee's and othe beverages. It was pretty good I would definitely recommend. Did I mention they have great customer service and store is super clean.

Nice friendly staff, fuel prices are average for the area, the lady working the register is a…read morecrackup, always a smile and a joke to tell. But the other guy will ignore you and carry on with a full on conversation with someone else on the telephone, Rude!

Was looking for a taco spot in town after work and this hidden gem kept popping up everywhere. What…read morecaught my eye were the wet burritos and wet tortas -- those pictures looked way too good to ignore. So today I finally gave this taco joint a shot. Right away the service stood out. The person at the front was friendly, professional, and super helpful with recommendations. You can also see the taco man in the back making sure everything comes out fresh and cooked perfectly. The setup is small but cozy, tucked inside a store with a few tables and a TV. Definitely the kind of spot you sit down and enjoy instead of rushing out. Now the wet burrito... my LORD. That's what a burrito is supposed to be. Packed with flavorful meat, loaded with sauce, and they absolutely do not skimp on portions. Every bite was fire and I still had enough left over to take home. If you're in Madera, stop wasting time searching for tacos or burritos elsewhere. This hidden gem just became my new go-to spot.

The sit down food area is in the back of a gas station. They serve alcohol and have clear signs…read morethat say no alcohol beyond this point. We were quickly greeted with a smile, even though the cashier was putting together a large order. Several people were seated, waiting for to go orders. Cleanliness of food area: the floors were immaculate and the food cook and prep area were very clean. I noticed the cook washing his hands, the sink is visible from the front counter. All tables were clean, the trash cans were empty and clean. Lots of wall decor which was clean and decorated for Valentine's Day. The cashier, Hailey was asked for best menu items and we ordered those. Hailey is very enthusiastic about the food here, which isn't typical of cashiers. Usually it's idk maybe try this.. she knew immediately how to answer and what she specifically loved! Order: Pedro Special: which is bacon, ham, chorizo, sausage, beans, eggs, cheese and potatoes.. Shrimp wet taco: shrimp, cheese and a deliciously seasoned shredded bi with warm spices Heyy-dog tacos: seasoned and fried baked papa with chorizo fried crispy with red oil. Pastor street style taco: pastor meat, cilantro onion.. Green salsa: very bright flavors of lime and cilantro which brighten up and add that freshness to the fatty meats and fried tortillas. Tasted verrrrrrrrrrrry fresh made. Red salsa: had a nice flavor, with fresh cultural but I prefer green. Tasted veryyyyyyy fresh made. The shrimp wet taco was a definite 5/5 for both myself and boyfriend. The shrimp paired well with the warm spices added to the birria. I picked up hints of both cinnamon and clove. The birria is more on the traditional end and not the viral trend end. I tend to shy away from Birria due to the amount of grease and fat, while it was present, it was perfect blend, not overwhelming and didn't kill my stomach! Flavors were well, the cheese complimented it and the perfectly crispy fried tortillas coupled with the green chile salsa to brighten the entire pallet. The Pedro was HUGE, I couldn't wrap my hand around the burrito!! A massive burrito with perfect textured potatoes, very evenly proportioned, with all of the toppings. I expected it to have a heavy presence of the cheaper items like beans and potatoes, this was not the case! The pastor taco was lucious and all the different floral, acidic, salty notes could be picked up! Again, paired well with green salsa. Hey dog tacos: The chorizo used is a butcher style blend and not the cheap tubed stuff. I love butcher chorizo, without eggs, paired with potatoes!! The tacos were absolutely filled! I added a touch of salt, I'm a salt heavy person.. Customer service was really good!! You hear lots of positive talk coming from the kitchen area, even during super busy stressful times. Hailey is calling back to the cook what she has prepared, what is needed, what orders are complete and how she completed them. Doing all of this she is managing phones, counter orders, fake calls of people claiming they ordered food on Uber Eats and communicating the entire time with the cook. What an asset of an employee and a great multitasker! Will we return: Based on customer service alone, yes. The quantity versus quality was also great, especially in today's economy! I'd love to have the hey dog tacos with a grilled hot dog tossed in there..

October 8, 2025 - Madera, CA…read more This was our second visit to Ficklin Vineyards -- our first being several years ago. Remembering how much we enjoyed that first experience, we decided to drive a bit out of our way to stop by again. The staff was as friendly and knowledgeable as we remembered, making the tasting experience both enjoyable and informative. The port wines were excellent, and the fact that there's no tasting fee was a nice bonus. Also, they are dog-friendly! We enjoyed the visit so much that we joined the club, which includes three bottles twice a year (April and October). We purchased the April 2025 club shipment, featuring the Special Reserve Tawny, Adagio Port Blanc, and Roriz Vermelho Ruby. We are looking forward to the October Club release. Ficklin Vineyards is definitely worth the stop if you're anywhere near Madera! (I would recommend calling to verify their hours.)

We arrived to this vineyard around 230 pm and was greeted by an older man who said he was not doing…read moretastings due to a lot of paper work he has to do. Very unprofessional, tasting room hours are listed on google , the website and even at the vineyard . Disappointing experience, especially when the surrounding wines actually recommended this place. We drove all the way there just to be turned away.

If you live in the valley and haven't tried the wineries in Madera, make it a point to do so. Went…read morelast weekend to Birdstone, Cru, Quady and California Appellation. Cru was a particular favorite. Support your local businesses!

The Madera Wine Trail is the place to taste great wines right here in the valley! No need to go to…read morePaso or Napa! Just 10 minutes away! I recommend Papagni Winery at 9th Ave and 30 1/2.