Truly an excellent restaurant…read more My wife and I were on a road trip and were drawn in by the beautiful flower arrangements and the storefront sign, so we decided to have breakfast here. Atmosphere: This is a black bear-themed restaurant. The interior decorations are delightful, including the log accents and bear-themed items--there's even a great selection of bear-themed merchandise. The seats are spacious and comfortable, the table settings are clean, and there's not a speck of dust on the windowsills. Truly beyond expectations. Service: The staff member at the front--was she up too early? I didn't feel she greeted us with the energy this place should offer. Once we sat down, however, the other servers were very warm and enthusiastic--they introduced the menu, offered recommendations, and provided service with a smile. When I used to run my own restaurant, I always told my team: "Taste is subjective--you can't please everyone. But if guests feel they've received impeccable service, they won't leave a bad review. On the other hand, if the food is amazing but the service is lacking, they'll never come back." Taste: The service and atmosphere are ultimately just ways to enhance the meal. Eggs Benedict: The eggs were cooked to perfection, the roasted potatoes were just the right size, and the side salad was huge yet well-balanced--not too heavy in flavor. Using baby spinach instead of romaine lettuce was a very nice touch. Steak and eggs: I asked for medium-rare, but I think it was a bit overcooked--closer to medium-well. Coffee: Excellent. After we ordered, the staff very kindly told us that the food might take a little while and asked us to be patient. Meanwhile, the menu and table settings introduced the restaurant's history, which helps guests avoid feeling frustrated by a long wait. I thought that was a very nice touch. I used this same method in running my own restaurant--by consistently leaving a strong impression on customers, you encourage them to return. If the owner is interested, I'd be happy to share a few more tips from my own experience running a restaurant. If I'm ever on another road trip, I will definitely come back. All the best!

Those employees are working hard!…read more Busy Sunday! Benches are full of people waiting. We are told it's a 20 minute wait. We rest in the car and five minutes later, the table is ready. I love that they encourage doggie bags. Always plenty of food to take home.

Went through drive through on their opening day, I had a feeling it would take a bit to get our…read morefood, or I felt that something was going to be wrong, well I was the one wrong. Service was great, food was great, and I'm glad they're in town!!

The last 3 times I've gone to this el Pollo Loco they screwed up my order badly. They have plenty…read moreof time to get your order correctly, they don't get than much business. I'm usually the only car on line, yet they screw up the take out order. What is so important that the take out line suffers?

Well this place is probably famous. The coffee just for starters is so good. But. The service is…read moreamazing. They are polite friendly and in top of requests. Now. Let's talk about the food. I ordered French toast combo. The bacon and eggs were good. But the French toast was out of this world. Real french toast and real whip cream. It was delicious. My husband got a breakfast burrito. He said it was really good. It was a little noisy. But. It's a little cafe and everyone knows everyone. Friendly. Great service and GOOD FOOD. 5 stars. Thanks you

Eddie's has been around for a long, long time, and is still very good. It used to be the best…read morebreakfast for 100 miles around, now it's the best in Los Banos ...that's for sure. A friendly family run operation, the food never disappoints. It's not quite the five star plus operation it was before, but it's still worth stopping in when you're driving through Los Banos.

We went to Little Diamond's Pizza on Tuesday and had a great experience. It is a very…read morefamily-friendly place with a slightly funky, old-school atmosphere inside, but what really stood out was the staff. The young woman at the front was incredibly helpful and friendly, always with a smile on her face. The young man working in the back was also very attentive and kept checking on us to make sure we had everything we needed. That kind of service really makes a difference. We ordered a pizza half Diablo and half Los Banos, along with a Cobb salad. Everything was excellent. The pizza was very delicious, the salad was really fresh, and we really enjoyed the food. Great food, relaxed family atmosphere, but the people working there are what really make this place special.

We stopped in on a road trip. There isn't much right off the interstate aside from fast food. Our…read moreexpectations weren't high, but little diamonds was great! We were both pleasantly surprised and really enjoyed our pepperoni pizza and Caesar salad. We ate at the restaurant (it's pretty small - likely more of a takeout spot), but it was quick and easy. Would recommend!

I was craving some BBQ, so I decided to give this place a try, and I'm glad I did!…read more The service was great. Everyone was friendly, and they got me taken care of without any hassle. When you've had a busy day, that kind of service goes a long way. The food was really good. The brisket was juicy and tender, and the tri-tip was cooked just right. Dip that tri-tip in their BBQ sauce and you're good to go. The mac and cheese was creamy and hit the spot, and the baked beans were probably my favorite. They had a little sweetness to them and some bits of meat mixed in that made them even better. The Texas toast was soft and buttery, and the fried pickles were a great starter. Honestly, those barely made it home. The family was happy when I showed up with dinner, so I'd say that's a win. If you're in the Los Banos area and want some good, filling BBQ without making a big production out of it, give this place a try. I'll definitely be back.

Looking for a Grub, I found this place. It's located in what I believe is the downtown of Los…read moreBanos. It was easy to find. Location clean & staff friendly. The food was great. I got a combo Tri Tip & ribs with potato salad. Yummy!

This In N Out is located in Santa Nella, CA, where Interstate 5 and Highway 152 meet…read more This location has been here since 2011. To me, the interior and exterior still look pretty new. The parking lot is large. I usually use the drive thru versus dining in. They keep the lot and interior pretty clean considering the massive number of travelers pass through. The staff here have been great even when handling disgruntled customers that need a nap. The food and pricing is typical In N Out. Food is hot and nicely packaged. The burger patties are seasoned, having a good flavor. Grilled onions on point. Fresh fixings. Yum. FYI- Tesla and Rivian Network electric chargers are located across the street in the hotel parking lot facing Henry Miller Road.

There was a long line at the drive through so my husband and I opted to come in the store to place…read moreour order. We ordered six hamburgers and one French fries. We had at least 20 orders ahead of us. So we decided to go run a quick errand and come back to get our food. By the time we came back about 10-15 minutes, our order was ready. All went well! My husband and I were quite hungry! Eating our lunch on the road.

We stopped by Hot City BBQ our way to Yosemite and are so thrilled that we did. Arriving shortly…read moreafter they opened, we quickly saw the dining room fill up - and after our first bites, it's not hard to see why their food is outstanding. My Roadhouse Salad was enormous and topped with generous, perfectly cooked slices of tri-tip, which balanced beautifully with the tart apples, blue cheese, and apple vinaigrette. My husband thoroughly enjoyed his pulled pork sandwich as well. The restaurant itself is also so clean & well decorated. We will definitely be return customers!

Good BBQ, but a few things to know before you go…read more I found this barbecue spot on Google and also checked it out on Yelp. It had some good reviews, and since I'm a big reviewer myself, that's what ultimately convinced me to stop in and give it a try. First impression: The parking lot is very small with extremely limited parking. If there are already a couple of cars there, you'll probably have to park along the street in the surrounding residential neighborhood. The good thing is that the location is very easy to get to--it's right off Highway 152 (Pacheco) and sits right on the corner. They have a large outdoor barbecue/grill area where you can see they're cooking the food, plus a bench outside. When we arrived around 3:30-4:00 PM, there were only a couple of customers leaving, so the restaurant was pretty quiet. Inside, there's a large chalkboard menu that's easy to see and read. Since it was my first time, it took me a few minutes to figure out exactly what I wanted. I ordered the small rib plate with cornbread instead of the garlic bread because I LOVE cornbread. The cornbread was really good! The ribs were also good. I personally like my BBQ nice and saucy, so I added some extra barbecue sauce, which made them even better. The macaroni was just okay, but the baked beans were really, really good. We also tried the pulled chicken sandwich. Unfortunately, that was probably my least favorite item. The chicken was pretty plain, didn't have much flavor, and was somewhat dry. It also didn't really give me that smoky/barbecue flavor I was expecting. One thing to know is that they don't have a fountain drink machine. You'll need to grab a canned or bottled drink from the refrigerator, including Mexican Coke. The food came out very quickly. We had barely sat down after ordering when our food was already being brought out on trays. Overall, I thought the food was fairly decent, although I felt it was a little overpriced for what you get. The ribs, cornbread, and baked beans were the standouts for me, while the pulled chicken could definitely use more flavor and moisture. Would I come back? Possibly. I wouldn't say this was a bad experience at all, and there were definitely some things I enjoyed. I may make another stop in the future.

I had such a great experience here. The drinks were really good and definitely some of the best…read moreoptions for the area. Everything we ordered from the food was delicious, flavorful, and nicely prepared. I loved that there was a good variety of food and drinks to choose from, and the atmosphere made it a really enjoyable place to sit down, relax, and have a good meal. Brandon was our server, and he was absolutely wonderful. He was really nice, attentive, and made sure we were taken care of throughout our entire visit without being overbearing. The combination of delicious food, great drinks, and friendly service made our experience even better. I would definitely recommend giving this place a try, and I'll be happy to come back again.

It is about time that I give recognition where it is deserved. After my third visit here tonight, I…read morethought I would take the time to say thank you for a wonderful dining experience. I love this restaurant, This is Southwest cuisine done to perfection. Think Chevy's , but with an extensive menu and food that is actually really good. There was nothing I would change about my visit tonight- it was memorable and fulfilling. For starters , we ordered the Margherita pizza. Not quite Southwest , but it works - trust me! The pizza is wood-fired! The cheese , tomatoes and basil are fresh. Oh , and the tomato sauce they use is just right. Seriously, the pizza here rivals some pizza that I have tried at Italian restaurants. I can't wait to try more pizza creations. For my entree, I opted for the chile verde enchiladas covered in a smooth tomatillo sauce. This enchilada sauce was so tangy and the pico de gallo and guacamole topped them off perfectly. The entree comes with Spanish rice and charro beans. My wife opted for the ribeye steak fajitas , and they were fantastic. The steak was marinated well and it was tender. The only thing that could have made this dish better would be homemade tortillas . Espana's serves up high quality food. Everything that I have tried so far has been phenomenal. The service that we receive is always prompt and friendly , and the food comes out fast -but not too fast. Tonight's meal was a five star experience. Please look at the colorful menu items below and make it a point to stop in and try for yourself.