The Mangy Moose is exactly the kind of place I love stumbling across. It has a genuine old-school…read morediner feel that you just don't get from the big chain restaurants anymore. The place is narrow, with a long counter running down the length of it and additional seating tucked away in the back. Grab a seat at the counter and the grill is literally right on the other side, so you get a front-row seat to the action while your breakfast is being made. And honestly, the entertainment is half the experience. The cooks and wait staff are constantly joking, talking, and giving each other a hard time. Their friendly banter is so natural that I found myself wondering if this was a family-run business. Whether it is or not, they definitely have that kind of chemistry. They also seemed to know just about every regular who walked through the door. Between the conversations, laughter, open grill, and familiar faces, I couldn't help thinking I'd somehow wandered onto an episode of Cheers, only instead of sitting at the bar with a beer, I was at the counter with coffee and a seriously impressive breakfast. I ordered The Moose Omelet, and apparently the moose isn't just there for decoration. This thing is a beast. Four eggs packed with crisp bacon, linguica, sausage, ham, green onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms, and thin-sliced potatoes that reminded me of scalloped potatoes, all folded into the omelet and blanketed with melted cheddar cheese. Their homemade pico was delicious and went perfectly with the omelet. What I liked most about The Mangy Moose is that it doesn't feel manufactured or overly polished. It's a real neighborhood diner with character, generous food, friendly people, and the kind of atmosphere that's becoming harder and harder to find. I may have walked in as the new guy, but it definitely feels like the kind of place where, after a few visits, everybody really would know your name. I'll be back. Five stars.

This is exactly what you expect from a breakfast diner joint! A long counter behind the grill…read morewhere all the action is at. The staff seems like a family affair. Everybody is smiling and laughing and talking to the customers. The grill cooks are calling out orders with surgical precision. The clanging of the spatulas and plates sounds like music! I ordered the country fried steak with hashbrowns crispy, and pancakes on the side. You always gotta try the flapjacks at these kind of spots. Of course the pancakes were excellent. You would expect no less... hashbrowns were crispy as ordered and the CFS was on point. Crunchy outer and tender inner. The gravy could've had a little more bang (seasoning) but the overall experience was great. If you're looking for some good breakfast after sliding at the Great Wolf, this is definitely a good spot. As Ahnold would say, I'll be back!

Frank's is a cozy little café with a comfortable, laid-back atmosphere. Seating is limited, with a…read moresmall outdoor table, a few booths, and a couple of smaller tables, but on weekday mornings it's usually easy to get seated right away. I'm not sure how busy it gets on weekends. The coffee is always fresh, and the menu has all the classic café breakfast options you'd expect. My favorite is the chorizo omelette with a side of strawberries. The omelette is flavorful without being greasy, and the strawberries are always fresh and delicious. The toast is decent, though I think trying a different bread brand could make it even better. The servers are consistently friendly and attentive. Orders come out quickly, and coffee refills are always topped off without having to ask. Overall, Frank's is a great spot for breakfast and definitely worth checking out.

Such a cute, charming little breakfast spot right in downtown. We came in on a busy Saturday…read moremorning, but they still made sure to get us seated in a timely manner, which I really appreciated. The service felt so homey -- everyone was friendly, welcoming, and attentive without feeling rushed. That kind of service really makes a difference. I ordered the Mexican hot chocolate (so comforting and delicious) and an omelet, which was amazing. Portions are generous and super satisfying. There's something about eating here that just gives you that nostalgic, comforting feeling, like a classic breakfast spot done right. Definitely a place I'll keep coming back to. Great food, great service, and great vibes.

If Central Perk served breakfast, it would feel like this place. We came in for a casual brunch and…read moreended up finding a new causal spot to brunch. I ordered a plate of crispy hashbrowns topped with tender pulled pork, smothered in rich, creamy gravy, and sprinkled with fresh jalapeños for a perfect kick. It was comforting without being heavy, like a warm hug you didn't know you needed. But the best part? They had fun flavored mimosas that made brunch feel like a celebration. We tried a few different flavors, and each one was bright, refreshing, and paired perfectly with the savory food. (Rachel Green would approve.) The staff was friendly, kept the coffee refills coming, and made us feel welcome without hovering. The prices were fair, and the portions were generous enough to leave you full but not overly stuffed. If you're looking for a cozy spot with great food, good vibes, and a reason to say "How you doin'?" to your mimosa, this is it. Can't wait to come back and bring friends for a brunch round two.

I don't normally rate a place on appearance/ambiance. For me, food ratings are more important, but…read morehere's my review: Ambiance- my wife and I were sitting at the table top bar and you can really smell the bathroom from where we were sitting. Service- the staff were nice, but they were slow. Granted, there was a large table ahead of us, so +1 for that Food- I ordered the kalua pork and rice. The kalua pork was probably reheated on the griddle, kind of salty, it was meh. The biggest disappointment was the rice. It was hard. For a "Hawaiian" restaurant to not know how to cook rice is sad. This place has potential. I don't know if they are tired or don't have that spark. Maybe they need a new location. The park across the street has a bunch of unhoused folks.

10/10 This food was so delicious hot fresh crispy. I usually don't order off of DoorDash because…read morefood always comes cold and soggy and just nasty but this restaurant over exceeded even with delivery. My food was so good and fresh. The quality was good. The wings taste better than WINGSTOP. I would definitely be re-ordering her again. Thank you to the owner of the cook. Whoever made my food bless your heart cause you made my night.

excellent fried foods. tots, fries, and crosscut sweet potatoes were some of the best we've ever…read morehad - super crispy. not to say it was healthy, but it felt light, not heavy and oily like most places the nachos were ok. i think it's american nachos with mexican influence? the cops are very good. crispy but hefty enough to hold toppings. they use nacho cheese sauce spicy chicken sandwich is bad. i'd even be disappointed if i made that for myself at home. chicken was tough, overcooked, and very thin. out was mostly bread. habanero sauce for wings was very bland. i couldn't detect any habanero. it was definitely not spicy. service was good but we were bothered by mosquitoes and flies during dinner we'd definitely come back if we're craving for some fried potato products

Best Burgers never disappoints! The first time I came in, I ordered the Benson and was convinced it…read morewas the best burger I'd ever had. Then I came back and tried the Sierra Echo, and somehow they managed to top it. It has officially become my favorite burger of all time. The fries are about as close to perfect as I've ever had--crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and seasoned just right. What really sets this place apart, though, is the people. Every visit, the staff is genuinely friendly, welcoming, and makes you feel like they truly appreciate your business. The wraps and burritos are huge and just as delicious. It's rare to find a place that nails the food and the customer service every single time. I'll definitely be back, and I can't wait to try more of the menu.

Amazing food and service all of them are welcoming and nice if your passing through Ripon…read moredefinitely hit this spot up it's amazing, food is delicious and definitely will go here again. The ambiance is amazing, positive, nice, and friendly.

Went with family and even though I was hesitant and outvoted from going to the Vietnamese place…read morenext-door, we actually had a great dinner. Food was so much better this time around than the last time I had been there. They really must've had a bad night when I had gone previously. Small restaurant in the of a little strip mall off of Main Street. They serve classic Chinese American food and unlike most places in the Bay Area that are family style dishes preferably on a Lazy Susan during dinner time. They offer rice plates, or combo plates for individuals, similar to lunch specials. I selected several dishes and asked the server which was the most popular amongst the dishes I chose, and she let me know the salt and pepper fish, which I got with chow mein. We also ordered shrimp & broccoli, and sweet-and-sour pork. Everything appeared made to order and looked very fresh. From grandma to the babes everyone was happy with their food. Mine was more on the plain Jane with just fried fish, luckily it came with sliced jalapeños to give it a kick. Next time I'll order a spicy eggplant dish. This is a good place to go to if you're with a group of picky eaters. Price is very reasonable, especially for dinner.

7/5 /25 Update 3/5 This has been a long time coming…read moreunfortunately. Ever since the previous owners sold the place the quality has dropped significantly. Consistency has been a major issue not only with food but with policy. When they first took over I'm sure there were some learning curves and maybe tweaks to the recipes. I wanted to give them a fair shot to get things right. Not sure if the old cooks stayed or if they got new ones? Did the new owners have the recipes changed? Did they change suppliers of ingredients, etc, I just don't know. What I can tell you though is that at least some of the dishes are different and are off from what I remember. The general Tao sauce I thought tasted different but necessarily bad. But combine that with a definite lack of crisp/crunch with the fried items and that's gonna be a problem for me. This time around, I only got the general tao beef because unlike my previous visit, they did not allow me to order the general tao beef in the combo plate as in upcharge (just last week or the week before it was allowed). I've been multiple times since the change in ownership. Partly because of the convenience of the location and partly because of the hope that whatever meal I eat at any given time will at least satisfy my fix for their type of Chinese American food. Unfortunately, the fried items I loved so much like orange chicken, sweet and sour pork and general tao beef alike are all severely lacking the crunch from the fry. As of late I've been getting the General Tao Beef to track consistency and it's been consistently under cooked in terms of the batter. The beef itself has been rubbery and to the point where I can't even break apart a piece and end up having to eat it whole lots of times. The other problem is that the pieces are large inconsistently cut (sometimes with, sometimes against the grain) strips making for a difficult chew. And because of the lack of crunch the fried battered outside just falls apart when you bite or try to cut it apart. The last two visits, but especially this one considering I ordered extra crunchy, were severely undercooked and soggy. it was to the point this time where I basically had to scrape off the majority of the batter and just eat the rubbery beef inside. It really does bring me pain to drastically drop the rating of a place that I once loved. I hope one day they can make the fixes so that I can continue to enjoy their food once again. I gave them a 3/5 but honestly, it probably should have been 2/5. I think the chicken with hot garlic sauce might be just good enough to keep it at 3/5 even though the last three times I ordered it. It was inconsistently hot (with cold spots) temperature wise.

The Service was amazing! The food was amazing and they had big portions unlike any other…read morerestaurants.

We came here for Father's Day. Ended up splitting the eggs, bacon, potatoes and pancake. What I…read moredidn't expect was our server brought it already split. Felt like a whole meal. Got the kids French toast and pancake which came with an egg each and choice of a sausage or bacon. They were happy. The pancakes are so good here. Nice and fluffy. Definitely recommend coming back

On 8-17-2026 (Monday) I was on my way home from the Modesto area and got an immediate urge to eat…read moreat Black Bear Diner. When I walked into the restaurant, it was 7:59 pm. They were closing in 1 minute. The waitress said she had to ask the kitchen staff if they were still open. She came back at the same time another waitress came back. They informed me they were no longer open for dine-in. I started begging them that technically they were still open, while I would completely understand if they were to reject me. About that time, a person, later identified as Jesus C., (Manager) approached me. I again told him I knew what I wanted and promised to order and eat right away. He had no problem with that and seated me. I expressed my heartfelt thanks for his service to his customers. I immediately ordered the meatloaf dinner and a drink, which is what I was in the mood for. Anyway, long story short was that the food was great and the service was fantastic. I actually thought there was no way they would feed me, but due to a customer minded Manager, they did. One of my best experiences at a restaurant. I love BBD for breakfast or dinner. The portion size of all meals is very stisfactory and the quality of food, the same. Great experience. Of course, I will continue to patronize BBD anytime I'm passing through the area and need a meal. I just wish there was a BBD in Stockton. In looking at my receipt, it reads that I ordered at 8:01 PM and I paid and left at 8:15 pm. I ate as fast as I could because they were so generous to let me dine in at closing.

We spent the better part of last week in Manteca. We had a late night with the kids and decided to…read moresleep through our breakfast buffet add on at our hotel. We didn't want to venture too far, but my kids still wanted pancake breakfast when we got up and saw this Black Bear was a 10 minute drive. My family and I popped in last Thursday for brunch. Maria checked us in, seated us in a corner booth and took our order. The dining room was well kept and it was quieter in the restaurant. We knew what we wanted and everything was served hot and was delicious. We appreciated the fast service although, we were in no rush. We were on vacation and very much in vacation mode. Maria took great care of us. If and when we're back in Manteca, we'll have to stop in.

Fast friendly service and delicious food. Dining room was very clean and well organized. We will…read morereturn.

Food was good but when I went to go pick it up I see the cooks with no hair nets messy hair which…read morecould have gotten in our food looked like they just woke up and went to work besides that food was good but pretty pricey.

We had such an awesome experience at Sheila B'Z today. This was our first time here. The first…read morething I noticed was there was ample seating: at the counter, tables or booths. Aaliyah greeted us as soon as we walked in and directed us towards our table. Coincidentally, she was also our server. It was like we knew her for years. Aaliyah was friendly and attentive. We started with the mimosa flights. We couldn't decide on flavors, however, Aaliyah picked a variety of flavors for us, so we were covered. The food came out hot! I had the meat lover skillet with eggs over-easy. The eggs were cooked perfect. The warm yolk added to the flavorful meat and smothered potatoes. René had the chicken and waffles. The chicken was juicy and tender. Next time we'll ask for a side of sauce because it's so good that we needed more than provided, at least for us. One thing we noticed was that every customer was happy. Maybe the other customers were regulars there but this was our first time and we were treated like we were regulars. I think it just says something about the attention to customer service. Toward the end of our visit, "B" one of Sheila's daughters, came out to check on us. Again, it was like talking to a long time friend. Well, it turns out Sheila B'Z is a family business - - everyone working was family, including those working the food truck at an event today. I love that. We will totally be back!

I came here on a Tuesday around 12 and it was not busy. I was seated right away . The menus are QR…read morecoded so make sure you go in with some battery . I had the chicken and waffles sandwich and fish tenders and fries along with a strawberry mimosa . The food was very delicious. I'm serious when I say the fish was the best I have tried in long time . The bar is so long . A great size bar . It's also rentable for parties for a great price . The service was great and again toast to the chefs it was delicious