I highly recommend this farm for cherry season…read more I went today (Saturday, May 7), which was the first day of cherry season at John Podesta Farms. Why did I rate them five stars? Let's find out. 1 star = organization 1 star = price 1 star = variety 1 star = customer service 1 star = bathrooms Here's the longer version. **Organization** I love how organized they are. You start by visiting their website and getting yourself on the notifications list. Then, when summer gets closer, they send you an initial text gauging your interest. If you're still interested, you get a second text asking you how many people you plan to bring and how many pounds you plan to pick. Then your final text is your reservation with directions, the liability waiver, instructions like bringing a bucket and a ladder, etc. This is the most organized place I've ever picked fruit at. As an organized person myself, I was very pleased. The only piece of information they don't tell you in the multiple communications that would be helpful is that they open at 9am. So, I showed up at 8:15 and had to wait. **Price** Where else can you get cherries for only $2/pound? Nowhere in California that I know of. Even if you add the price of gas for the round trip drive, I bet they're still cheaper. As a reference, they ask you to bring a 5-gallon bucket (you know the ones they sell paint in when you have to paint a house), and if you fill that bucket to the top, it only costs $60. **Variety** I picked only bing cherries while I was there because I was on a time limit, and I didn't have time to frolic, but I know they have bings, rainiers, brooks, and corals. **Customer Service** The owner of the farm is so helpful, upbeat, and friendly. He's got a great vibe that just gets you in a good mood. You can tell he's passionate about the cherries, and that passion is contagious. **Bathrooms** I know, you're probably thinking, who gives an entire star for porta potties? Let me tell you who. The adult woman who has a bladder the size of a toddler's, that's who. And it's not just the fact that they have porta potties that makes me happy, but there's also a hand washing station with soap and paper towels to dry your hands. During a pandemic, that's a really nice touch, don't you think? (worth an entire star, amiright?) So, there you have it. 5 stars for this cherry orchard. I will definitely be back.

Sweet cherries. Nice farm for family outing. $2 per pounds is reasonable price and you get to…read moreexperience to explore and taste the cherries before you pick it. Nice people, nice place. This is our to go cherry picking place every year.

i stopped by for a slice of their famous peach pie and it was absolutely delicious. the fresh fruit…read morethey sell is always super sweet and worth the drive.

Yes and Again we found some Really Good Treats that are Uniquely Delicious and Healthy. No lines…read moreand great service. Country setting

This place is definitely better than one of the Brentwood location we went to. The guy at stand was…read morevery friendly and they had clean buckets and cleaning stations for your picks. We picked some yummy blueberries and cherries. We went on a weekday so it wasn't as busy.

We came late in the year (June), but still got a ton of plump cherries. Next year we will come in…read moreMay when the season starts. I am still very happy with my haul. Just come early, as it does get very hot as the day progresses and the parking lot is small. They do sell other berries at the stand as well.

I called to get some advice on an air leak in the line on my pond/ water feature. I was told it was…read morea $500.00 minimum service fee then $125.00 afterwards plus parts. When I questioned the $500.00 service fee he explained the liability , Workmans comp , mileage etc then hang up. Rude and unprofessional behavior for a retail/service company.

It is filled with beautiful fountains, statues and coy ponds. I purchased a fountain from them…read moreabout 7 years ago. I haven't done any maintenance on it and it is crusted with mineral deposits and small pinpoint holes in the cement. I traveled 1 1/2 hrs. to Escalon to seek out help for maintenance and questions about sealing it. The man behind the counter was really rude to me and just kept saying (about 5 times) that they were a cement contractor company and said their cement had a sealant in it and it didn't look like it was crumbling to him. He said to use a dish cleaning brush on it. REALLY!!!! He needs to do some homework and learn some manners. Won't ever be back.

We go to Pageo Lavender Farm once a year for my Mom's Church ladies brunch. The venue is gorgeous,…read morethe salads are delicious and large portions. They staff are amazing, very knowledgeable and friendly! It's one of my favorite places to visit!

My mom, sister, and I go out once a week for an activity and lunch after. Pageo Lavender Farm…read moreprovided both at one location. An employee met us as we entered and helped orient us to their property's layout. Set up a table on the patio for lunch. Provided friendly and thorough service. The food was beautifully prepared, fresh and delicious. Shopping at the gift shop after was an added bonus!

my go to place for roasted meats, related mexican condiments,…read more get what you like, assemble into sandwiches, taco's or burritos at home .... or order meals from them and enjoy walking distance from my dad's home, been going here for many years

I love this little meat market. Supporting local is always important especially for mom & pops…read moreshops like this one. The old man who usually works the register is the sweetest man. I came in one morning, craving some authentic Mexican chicken salad. I seen they had some here. Upon walking in, it's a small shop. They have hot food to go! Already made chicken salad, ceviche, salsas. Mexican chips, chiccharones, they carry eggs, hot links, and so much more. I got my chicken salad and chips and paid. When I was walking out I seen they had freshly made paletas. The old man who worked the register and checked me out I can only assume is the owner. Offered me one for free at no charge! I said are you sure, he said yes. That was extremely sweet of him. Now what Walmart or Safeway is going to let you take a free homemade ice cream or cookie or just an item you seen on the way out for free. Nowhere! They have sandwiches to go! I can't wait to go in and try one soon. Please support this business and man by all means!!

We met this business about a year ago and have been getting fresh organic produce delivered to our…read moredoor almost weekly - we love it - the service is great as they typically deliver early in the evening and leave the box at the front door. Overall, I would recommend getting this service is you value fresh farm local fruits and veggies! The also have lots of other items that are local and organic!

So I have subscribed to this and cancelled a couple times over the last five years lol…read more When it first started and I was able to get it in Escalon, I really loved it. The boxes were huge. The food was fresh. I never got anything bad or weird aside from a couple bumped apples. I got a discount code a while ago and used it, got an okay box and although it was pricey for the amount, I let it ride. Then I got a free coupon in my email. Come back to us and we'll give you one! And of course, can I say no to a freebie? Never. However, I feel like this box must have had a Post-it note on it while being assembled that said it was free because it had rotting moldy corn in it and beets with black fungus on them. I was raised on a farm so a few bugs or whatever doesn't bother me but when you put moldy or fungusy vegetables in with other vegetables that contaminates everything. It's gross. It's bad. I do not appreciate. Anyway, I canceled again and I'll stay canceled this time. I would recommend picking your fruit n veg yourself at the local farm stands, better price and you can SEE the quality.

My fiancé had to take our car in for service yesterday on Hammer so I requested el Cejas for lunch…read moreon his way home to Lodi. They were running a special for the mini torta and two tacos plate for $10 which is a no brainer because the $12 they normally charge for it is already a great deal. I also got a vampiro because they're SO crispy and delicious. No complaints! I think I've decided that I like the asada better than the pastor, the pastor is still really good but the asada is seasoned perfectly and the cuts of meat they use aren't filled with bs and cartilage and chewy fat like other taco stands. This place is def one of our faves in the valley.

My amazing wife surprised me on my birthday with a ribeye steak sandwich from el ceja. Ive been…read morelooking forward to this sandwich due to being told by multiple people how great they were. The sandwich comes with a generous portion of steak, onions, mayonnaise, mustard, lettuce, and cheese. The star of the show had to be the bun that all of this was placed between. The bun was soft and so tasty. As for the rest of the sandwich it was good, but not great. The steak is cooked well and the toppings hit the spot. Its just for me, nothing other than the bun stood out. Now comes the worst part about this sandwich. Its $20. For $20 I want something to make a sandwich set itself apart from others. Sadly the ribeye steak sandwich from el ceja failed in doing that.