My first time won't be my last! Great atmosphere and friendly bartenders. Plenty of seating and a fully stocked bar. Recently reopened under new ownership but the owners are committed to keeping the uniqueness that regulars have come to love. Limited menu during reopening. I look forward to returning soon! read more

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Four of us went for lunch on Valentines Day, what a mistake. I ordered the big steak and my wife ordered smaller version. We both ordered mushrooms. Steaks were poorly cooked and the mushrooms were served burnt, that's right burnt. They should fire the cook and server, who should have questioned food before serving. Have been going to Al's, but never again. read more

Go for the historical bar and some fun drinks. The team at Al's were great. Not able to recommend the food :(

One of the best steaks I've had in my life. I dont even like eating steak outside my own home. It was a bit of a wait but well worth it. Ambience sure had character. Would come back in a heartbeat. read more

i should have more to say about al's but in this rare case my words just don't do it justice. best put it this way: indescribably essential. not the experience itself but that having a place like al's in today's world is not only unusual but that knowing its likes still exist simply must be, for a certain balance of the cumulative human spirit to survive if only in the mind. to end it here if you want the quick and easy, the steak dinner on sunday night is probably the key experience, but only if you can tolerate the marauding bikers. otherwise, don't go then. also don't just come for the steak, buy the t-shirt and wear it if you have balls. i recently treated to dinner here a jewish friend from ny's upper east side, bought him the short-sleeve version, simple elegantly black and understated don't you agree? we were of course quite drunk at the time. he swore on his mother's grave, not exactly so but in whatever way it is that jews do to assure something, then and there to wear it once back home and strolling down fifth some afternoon, and very soon. so far he reports not having done so as yet. pigs will fly first. try it yourself, but maybe begin with dinner on a tuesday. read more

2 stars for the kind bartender. My lunch was a flavorless burger that took 45 minutes to be served. I like Al's for the old time divey feel but I guess it ends there. I wouldn't go back for the food and since I don't drink I see no reason to return. read more

We stopped by here on Saturday, for my 5th or 6th time. The staff and food are always fantastic. Great environment, great people. I definitely recommend making this trip to the delta. read more

Fantastic food great atmosphere, very friendly bar tender I had a burger there once it was Awesome. Go on out to Locke and enjoy the town take a bunch of pictures and End up Al the wops bar great times ahead . read more

Old School Bar Food. This place is " A Must" if you find yourself in the area. Great History in the town.

Good food good atmosphere. Nice staff. One street town in Locke calif. Along the river road

It's worth the trip to Locke to visit Al the Wop's. This place is like the joints on the first few seasons of Diners, Drive In's and Dives with the emphasis on the Dives. Nestled in between the former casinos and brothels, this bar seems to be right at home. Parking is impossible on the street, but there is a parking lot behind the museums. This place is a dive bar with a small restaurant in the rear. The facility is basic but clean with a simple menu of traditional American favorites like steaks and burgers. It's a little quieter in the back and you can see all the historic photos. I opted for the BLT sandwich which was made to order. This thing was huge with a massive amount of crisp bacon on their great grilled bread. It was served with a massive portion of great French fries. Al's has a lot of condiments on the table which are not needed but add a special touch to the meal. I could not complete the sandwich and had to take half home! Service was nice with a great menu and atmosphere. It was a little slow and not super fancy, but Al the Wop's is a fun and delicious adventure in the delta for those brave enough to tackle the levy roads. Come for the BLT, stay for the history! read more

Al the Wop's - BLT Sandwich - American Near Me - Walnut Grove, California

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My husband and I came to Locke, CA on Memorial Day weekend for our wedding anniversary. First of all - a quick plug for Locke, it was adorable and very historic. We are from a neighboring area and we were shocked something this cool was in our backyard. We spent about half a day there and would recommend you do the same! Al the Wop's is one of two restaurants in Locke, the other is a Chinese restaurant. As we were there on a holiday, only Al's was open. Again - it seems like every person I talked to knew about Al's and that, basically, I was the only person in the world that has not eaten there. To get to the "restaurant," you will walk through a full biker bar with a complete bar - do not be shocked! There are about a dozen tables in the back, complete with the sloping floor that is unique to Locke. We sat at the formica tables near the entrance. In retrospect, I wish we would have sat at the wooden tables a little farther away. The place was absolutely slammed with people over the holiday weekend, so, we were not immediately greeted. We sat ourselves and the menu was written on a white board on the wall. Other folks got menus, but, it was the same written on the board, so, no harm, no foul. Husband got the burger and, as a vegetarian that was not super hungry, I got a house salad and an order of the garlic fries. The house salad was what I would call a side salad, so, be prepared for that. The thousand dressing that came with was delicious though. And the garlic fries were excellent. I don't know if we would ever make a trip out just to go to Al's, but, I'm glad we can check this one off the list! read more

Super fun place to go! Bartender Amanda was super fun. I had the steak and mushrooms with Brussels sprouts. Couple of beers and then I was ready to check out Locke! Cool town. read more

The service was amazing Patti was very passionate about the food and was very accommodating. It was a fun bar and eatery. The house pickles were delicious. There are few vegan options but the kitchen is very accommodating. Our entire group enjoyed our food from burgers to Brussels sprouts. read more

I was gonna say it was a 4, but I couldn't think of anything to complain about. Food's good, service was very good, vibe is unique and cool, location is fab. All good! read more

Ribeye steak on weekends is out of this world and my husband and I share one when we go.

I met a friend here for lunch. I literally cringed when we walked in the door. This place is an overpriced dive bar...that is all.

We enjoyed our dinner sitting at the bar. What a colorful place, service is great. The bartender was really nice too!

ordered the fried chicken to go. we got home with our order and it was completely wrong. chicken was terrible. when we called about it they hung up on us. skip this place read more

This place is a throwback to another time, and has more character than any bar still standing in Sacramento these days. In addition to that, the bartender was so friendly, and made great drinks. I'll be back for sure! read more

Toxic work environment. Poor management. Wouldn't recommend. No food server on the weekends

This place is a gem. So glad it's still going strong in Locke. I wish the kitchen stayed open later.

Love Al the Wops. Been coming here since I was a teenager 30+ years ago for lunch. Not many great places like it around anymore. Great steak dinners, cold beer and cheap drinks. Get the Brussel sprouts as a side for the steaks. Also don't forget the toast and peanut butter. Honestly one of my favorite places around. When other places are charging high amounts for food and drinks, Al's has kept it affordable. read more

Al the Wop's - Vodka tonic with a lime. - American Near Me - Walnut Grove, California

If you are in this part of California, you have arrived to the Delta! I also refer to it as Delta Livin'! Al's bar has so much history which can be seen by the buildings which surround the entrance. It's a historic bar and restaurant which the friendly and beautiful bartender Rebecca pointed out. I had to try their yellow peppers with peanut butter as a free appetizer while sitting at the bar. Pleasantly surprised! If you are going to order a bite which I do recommend, steer towards the burgers. They are ground daily as the lady chef informed me. I wish I could stay longer, but my iron horse has a beer limit. 5 stars from Phish! read more

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Oh my gosh!! It's taken us about a year and a half to get here after learning about it. So sorry we waited so long. We had the best time. It was so unique and fun. People just come in constantly. We had the strange and famous "peppers and peanut butter"and it was surprisingly tasty. Can't wait to go back!!! Suzanne was great read more

We love the atmosphere and the food but the last two times we have been there. We have gotten horrible service. We have stood at the bar for 15 minutes before anyone even acknowledged we were there. We have no problem waiting, but not being acknowledged really rubbed us wrong.The last time the bar was not even busy read more

If you like an old fashioned dive bar, this is your place. In this case, dive bar is compliment in the highest order. It's not frilly or floofy, it's basic and honest. The drinks, the food and the people are real. This style of establishment is like many of the dying traditions in the world. The food, like the drinks are not complicated, just down right good. If you do need to go over the top, do try the peanut butter cup. Due to its location, I suspect for most it would be a destination, well worth the trip. So, hop on the hog, get in the hot rod, meet some friends. This is the place! read more

Al the Wop's - You might even find some rolling art out front! - American Near Me - Walnut Grove, California

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Love this place. Peanut butter and Texas toast with yellow pickled peppers. Steak for lunch and a salad. Awesome. Few beers!!! Always memorable. Love it. Will be back again. Been coming to Al's since I was little, always a good getaway for a beer and steak. Thanks read more

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This place was awesome! Everyone was so nice and friendly here. Our waitress Arcy was the sweetest! Our cook Jesus was the best, even came out to say hi to us. Sabrina is the best bartender ever! We ordered their steak and BLT and they are to DIE-FOR!! Definitely recommend anyone in the area to come and check it out. The serving size is ginormous and you'll need to bring your appetite . This place is bomb.com!! Banana peppers and peanut butter? They actually taste delicious! Give it a try, you won't be disappointed. read more

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A favorite I've been going to for 45 years and am handing down to the 3rd generation in the family. Simple family style food, specializing in steaks and spaghetti. read more

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Had lots of fun with friends here. The food was really good as was the service. Really cool old building.

Good food and great cooks come on down and enjoy the food and drinks and the great service

Al the Wop's had been on my list of places I wanted to try for a long time. Somehow, seeing all the motorcycles and bikers around the restaurant on the weekends discouraged me from stopping in. That finally changed when I was on a Scott Kelby photo walk in this small town. In fact I went in twice on the same day, first for just a quick soda as I was very dehydrated and then with our group of eleven for dinner. The interior is pleasantly divey. The long bar runs the length of the room there are dollar bills tacked to the ceiling and a large common area that people, with drinks in hand, seem to stand around in. The dining room is entered through the bar. The linoleum top tables harken back to another area. Al's has been in this building since 1934, the building was constructed in 1913. Like most of the group I order the special of the Day a steak with fries, garlic bread, and a side salad. I ordered my steak rare and that was exactly how they served it me. The steak was very tender, it did not have a lot of taste until I splashed it with Worcestershire sauce, and then it was great. I ate all my salad and as much of the garlic bread as I could without looking piggy. My then I was able to take half of my steak home. The server did not bat an eye when we asked to be billed separately. The cook was standing in the door when we all getting up, I stopped to compliment him on cooking the steak rare. He was pleased and told me how if I want to be sure I get a rare steak ask for a blue steak. Hum, blue steak, I never heard of such a thing but when I got home I looked it up, a blue steak looks like a perfectly cooked steak. I'm not sure about the bar, but if you are in the dining room this is not the place for fancy cocktails. A rum and coke was perfect for my steak dinner. The prices were reasonable my dinner and drink was only a little over $17.00. The bathroom was very clean I would like to go back for another meal. I usually wander around on my own, I'm thinking that I might want to bring a friend along with me. I don't want to be mistaken for an old bike babe on the prowl. read more

Al the Wop's - A tender rare steak - American Near Me - Walnut Grove, California

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It is what it is. This place is all about being an exotic relic of the past. And it does that well. The menu is simple, but the food is well-prepared. The service is friendly and unassuming. I love the bar, which serves simple beers as well as great traditional cocktails, but that may be the lowlife in me speaking. I highly recommend this place. If you have tolerance only for urban glitz and glamor, it's not for you. But if you like interesting and unique places, it's perfect. You won't regret or forget going! read more

Super hidden gem in Locke along the beautiful Delta. It's absolutely a chill spot anytime of the day! Beers or mixed drinks await you. Great cheeseburgers, amazing garlic fries with the friendliest bartender! Definitely a dive bar but fun! Write on a dollar bill then wrap quarters in it and throw it up to the ceiling! Mine stuck on the first try!! read more

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I first discovered Al the WOP's 15 years ago when my boss took me here for dinner. How he found this place is a mystery to me. Al the WOP's is located in the historical town of Locke. Locke was established in 1915 by Chinese immigrants. It was a thriving Chinese community during its heydays in the 1920's through the 1940's. Al's was a Chinese restaurant constructed By Lee Bing and three partners. But, in the 1930's it was sold to Al Adami, where it became the only non-Chinese business in town. I've been to Al's several times over the years, and felt compelled to come back since I scheduled some work around here. I arrived after 3 pm. The dining room had just closed for the day. The bar was open. I was able to speak to the Richard, the new owner of the place. He apologized for closing the restaurant so early. I didn't mind, since it wasn't hungry. He told me to come back on the weekend when they are open all day long. I told him I couldn't since I was on a business trip. I sat at the bar with a couple of the regulars. Richard treated me to a free coke. Sorry, but, I can't drink and drive. I had a good time listening to the old timers. Al the WOP's official name is Al's Place. They changed it after some complaints. But, the sign out front and Yelp has them with their politically incorrect name. Al's is a dive bar and restaurant. Dollar bills are stuck to the ceiling. You can try your hand at sticking a bill to the ceiling as well! I can't say anything about the food since I don't remember. But the bar is pretty cool and divey. It was a great place to visit if you are in the area. This is the type of place that makes learning about history fun! read more

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Excerpt from Lowdown on Locke Chinatown: Finally, my last stop was at Al the Wop's. I originally went in for just a glass of water and ended up staying for an ice-cold Shock Top, a steak and banana peppers. For the first time in my life, I shared (and finished) a jar of Jif with a group of bikers as we each took turns slathering the creamy peanut butter onto our food (both the steaks and banana peppers). We watched as the bartender showed us how to attach dollar bills to the ceiling with just a quarter and a thumb tack. She provided some history of the establishment, telling us that Al Adami ran the only non-Chinese business in Locke Chinatown and served the same delicious steak for decades. I would say a trip to Locke wouldn't be complete without dining here. To read more about Locke or other Chinatowns across the world, check out Lowdown on Chinatown. The url is in my profile (can't post here per Yelp's regulations.) read more

Al the Wop's - American Near Me - Walnut Grove, California

We are locals and probably eat there several times a month. Food has really improved over the past few months, hillbilly chili is really good. You won't leave hungry read more

Pretty good food and service as well, they encourage you to order a drink at the bar before you grab a table and order your food!

First time in many years, stopped in for a burger at lunch. Nicely done and nice to see the ambience is still the same.