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Decided to take family out for dinner on saturday night to bella luna. The greeters were very nice…read moreand seated us shortly after.the food was absolutely delicious. We order calamary,caesar salad,capellini and italiano pizza which was outstanding. Service was ok, our server jasmine was very short with words and seem to be in a rush, we did not kept us from enjoying our food. We will definatly be back to try other pizzas and pastas.

Bread is freshly baked and yum but not complimentary. Meatballs appetizer is tasty, comes with 4…read morebig meatballs. Combo: half salad and half sandwich are limited to a few options only. Asked the waiter if I can pay extra to select a different salad on the menu and they said No. Pasta is great, salad is average, the beet salad plate was cold, seems like it came straight from the fridge. Pizza took very long to make, it came towards the end of our meal. The waiter gave us some free fries and soups to make up the long wait time. Overall it's not a bad experience, I would go back for pasta dishes only.

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Table 59

4.2(200 reviews)

2.0 mi

Family-owned & operated

Catering service

My party of six friends ate at Table 59 the other night. We were all very pleased with our orders,…read morethe atmosphere, and the attentiveness of the server. Our food was delivered accurately, as were the drinks. Everything was delicious! A few of us took a take-home box, since the servings were large enough for an extra meal at home. Overall, an excellent evening. We'll be back.

Super nice owners and staff. Good place for date night or dinner out with friends. I usually order…read morethe steak, but their pizzas are great too.

Salt, Lime, $5 Margaritas. That's the vibe ‍ Every Wednesday's celebrate in style

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Creamy Cajun sauce Pizza topped with shrimp, onions, bell peppers, and spinach drizzled in Cajun sauce.

Strings Italian Cafe

3.5(241 reviews)

2.5 mi

I used to love going to lunch here but something has changed in their fettuccine Alfredo recipe. It…read moreisn't as good as it was. After a couple of tries to see if it would get better I was disappointed and haven't retuned.

Strings Italian Café is a cozy and welcoming spot that always hits the mark for classic Italian…read morecomfort food. The restaurant is clean, inviting, and has that warm neighborhood feel where you instantly feel at home. The staff is friendly, attentive, and quick to make sure everything is just right from the moment you're seated. The menu offers a great variety of traditional Italian dishes--from rich pastas and hearty soups to fresh salads and delicious bread that come out warm and soft every time. The portions are generous, making it easy to share or take home leftovers. My favorite is the fettuccine Alfredo--it's creamy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. My husband enjoys their chicken parmesan, which is tender and full of flavor with the perfect amount of sauce and cheese. Service is consistently fast and pleasant, and the prices are very reasonable for the quality and portion sizes. Whether you're stopping in for lunch or enjoying a relaxing dinner with family, Strings Italian Café delivers a dependable, tasty meal in a friendly and comfortable setting.

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Little Oven Pizza

4.6(569 reviews)

0.0 mi

Tucked away in Merced, this little pizza shack delivers legit New York-style pizza by the slice…read morewithout trying too hard to be "authentic" every five seconds. The slices are large, around $4.50 each, and worth it. I tried the pepperoni and the Tucci special -- roasted tomatoes, pesto, and ricotta -- and that one absolutely stole the show. Simple combo, big flavor. The inside is definitely on the smaller side, so don't expect a big dine-in experience, but the staff was friendly and the food came out fast. Great spot when you want a solid slice without the usual mall-food-court disappointment pretending to be pizza.

This spot has very minimal seating. It's more of a takeout place…read more However, the cheese pizza here is actually really good. It reminds me of New York style pizza. There's a bunch of cheese and they don't overdo it on the sauce. I also tried the Papas Island pizza personally, it was not for me. However, if you're into like sweet and savory together, I think it would be a good pizza for you. I didn't get to take a picture of the pizzas, but the slices were really big. Also, the staff is super nice here which is a bonus and they are quick. They had a line out the door and they were able to quickly get everyone's pizzas. I would totally come here again!

Menu

Manco slice - Mushrooms, bacon, and mozzarella

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Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

3.1(122 reviews)

1.3 mi

Stopped by on a drive from SF to Yosemite. I haven't had Olive Garden in years and wanted to give…read moreit a try. The soups were all great, and I liked that you could try out different ones. The salad is nasty. I got the chicken scampi pasta - it was not good and had pretty minimal flavors. My friends got the spicy meatball and rigatoni pasta, which was much better. Breadsticks were also great as always. I'm pretty sure it was our server's first day because she seemed very overwhelmed, but she did a good job overall.

Since the year 2000 I am always disappointed. It doesn't matter which Olive Garden I go to; I'm…read morealways let down. Back in the 1990's we had 2 affordable choices in the area I lived in. We had Marie Callendar's and Olive Garden. In the 90's the food was good. I always opted for Marie Challedar's for the vast variety. As the food declined at Olive Garden, I would go with friend and have ONLY the soup, salad, and breadstick. Then The Soup Plantation showed up, and I would opt to go there. The last time I voluntarily went to Olive Garden was 15 years ago. About 10 years ago, my cousin wanted to meet up with us and Olive Garden was closest to his job, and we all met there. Again, I only had soup, salad, and breadsticks. I never had plans to return. I don't care about the good-looking food on the commercials or promotions. The food sucks. I'm going to try and make a long story short... yesterday, I wasn't feeling well at all. My husband has some workers near-by the Olive Garden, and he asked me what I wanted, he was going to pick it up. We both ordered a pasta dish, a soup, and breadsticks. I ordered Shrimp Scampi, Zuppa Toscano, and of course the breadsticks. Simple... right? The first thing I did was look at the bill it was almost $75.00!!!!! Knowing my husband, he over tipped. I first noticed that my serving was only half of what it should have been. I wasn't feeling good and didn't have much of an appetite anyways. I don't know where to start, but the pasta was almost SAUCELESS and STUCK together. What little sauce was there was BLAND. The shrimp weren't cook toughly, the asparagus was over cooked, and they gave me mostly the woody-splintery ends. The tomato chunks were mush, and I just couldn't eat it. So, I moved to the Zuppa Toscano soup. The broth was white colored, flavorless water, big slices of potato, and the roughest kale pieces ever. Yall should have just left it out or raw. Who???? Can jack-up a breadstick??? The breadsticks were BLONDE, FLAVORLESS, DRY, BRICKS. My husband ordered the seafood pasta. What a joke. It had small marble sized scallops and a few shrimps; but the kicker was the MUSHY OVERCOOKED broccoli. He couldn't eat it either and he abandoned the whole eating activity. He didn't even open the soup. I just threw everything into the trash; there was no saving that meal. This question is for general management Marci Anaya. Do you monitor what's happening in the kitchen? Do you see the food before it's packaged and sent out to the consumer? Do you care if we actually get our money's worth? Do you really understand how much pasta, shrimp, veggies, and soup with breadsticks I could have actually bought with $75.00??? I could have invited over 10 people and fed each one until they were full. This is a disgrace. I WILL NOT EVER, EVER, EVER, EVER return. I don't care who's inviting me, my answer is NO! If anything, I would like my money back!

Fettuccine Alfredo: Our signature alfredo made fresh in-house every day, served over fettuccine.

Minestrone: Fresh vegetables, beans and pasta in a light tomato broth.

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Five Cheese Ziti al Forno: Oven baked blend of Italian cheeses, pasta and our signature homemade five cheese marinara.

Tary Boscolo's Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant

3.7(226 reviews)

7.0 mi

Always amazing food and happy to enjoy nice nights on the patio! Dog friendly and they enjoyed…read moretheir own ala carte Meatballs! Wonderful dinner and service Definitely a gem in Merced County and worth the visit. Known for the pizzas, but all dishes are great!

First of all it's an Italian restaurant and you're out of Lasagna!! I ordered FRIED TORTELLINI came…read moreout with no fry marks like it was boiled and thrown in a pan with garlic for a minute.This was supposed to be a Calzone have never seen anything like this. It was hard as a rock greasy hardly no filling ham, pepperoni, or cheese!! Luigi owner wouldn't take this mess off our bill. Luigi should have at least looked at it before refusing to credit $15 I hope it was worth it to you. Took the other half home to feed to our animals we will see if they'll eat it. Server Fab was great. Place clean. VERY DISAPPOINTED BEEN COMING HERE FOR YEARS NOT ANY MORE SEE YA!

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Five Ten Bistro

3.7(352 reviews)

0.0 mi

We loved stopping by the Five Ten Bistro. We stopped by the area to attend a night market and had…read morethe opportunity to have a few drinks and meet our amazing bartender, Noelle. We really appreciated her quick and friendly service and would recommend folks stop by to visit her if you're looking for a way to unwind and chat.

The bar is the best. The bartenders are great! Noel is one of my favorites! Appetizers are great…read more Happy hour prices are fantastic.

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Calzone Life

4.4(14 reviews)

1.0 mi

Best calzone I have eaten here in Merced. Great size and ingredients great. Will order again.read more

The place is actually called Pizza Guys. Same address as the one listed as Calzone Life in Yelp…read more Staff was friendly and helpful. I ordered a mushroom sausage calzone and enjoyed it. Crust was cooked just right. Ambiance wise, it definitely a basic pizza place. Few tables. Looks like they primarily cater to take out. Which is ok since the calzone was really good. I'll add this to my places in Merced to get pizza in the future. The place is actually called Pizza Guys. Same address as the one listed as Calzone Life in Yelp. Staff was friendly and helpful. I ordered a mushroom sausage calzone and enjoyed it. Crust was cooked just right. Ambiance wise, it definitely a basic pizza place. Few tables. Looks like they primarily cater to take out. Which is ok since the calzone was really good. I'll add this to my places in Merced to get pizza in the future.

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Ravello's Restaurant

3.2(52 reviews)

0.1 mi

If I can put zero star, I would, this place has horrible customer service and communication! I…read morewould never ever do business with these unprofessional people again! They don't keep track of anything, didn't get the decorations set up as discussed, and don't even apologized for being late and for their mistakes! Andrew even dare said he doesn't feel bad about being late! He is a real jackass jerk! Extremely unprofessional! Don't even waste your time with these heartless people!

I celebrated my husbands birthday here, a few months ago and had a wonderful experience. Andrew our…read morehost, he was very attentive and helpful in all areas. The food and birthday cake were excellent. I highly recommend and we will definitely have a party here again.

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Lover’s Deli

4.6(120 reviews)

0.1 mi

Family-owned & operated

LGBTQ friendly

The food was amazing and very delicious the music was spot on inside the place is such a nostalgic…read moreup beat vibe! And with a small wait time!

10/10!!! I had…read morelooked up places to eat in Merced and it had popped up with some good reviews for sandwiches. We had passed it and turned back around to get a slice of pizza. So glad we did. Loved the vibe. Cool retro displays. We ordered the bambino. WOW. It was so good. Good big squared slice. The vodka sauce w/ the mozzarella yum. Whenever I'm in Merced again, I'm getting another slice of pizza.

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Naomi G.

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8

1

3 years ago

Had such a great afternoon out with friends the other day! Food was really good! So much meat on the JLaw pizza! Very lively and comfortable to be. Definitely will recommend! The waitress was so amazingly sweet and very attentive. The owner Tessa even came over and helped bring our food out, very supportive to her staff and a definite forward thinker that one. The bussers in the back were also VERY kind and super nice when I got lost trying to find the restrooms. Looking forward to my next visit! read more

Shelley S.

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1

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6 years ago

Drove up from Bakersfield today to take a Merced customer to lunch. They suggested Destino's. Tessa greeted us and spent a minute talking to us after we were seated. Great conversation and the food was excellent and reasonably price. Service was attentive the 2.5 hours we were there enjoying the company and outside dining. I'm looking forward to going back next I am in town. Shelley read more

Cheryl L.

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1

0

8 years ago

Great food and great service! Prompt seating and service. Our waitress Nikki provided excellent and friendly service, with a smile. She was deserving of the tip given and represented the restaurant well. Note: The term TIPS is an acronym for the phrase, "To Insure Proper Service". My table of two definitely received proper service. Thanks! read more

Donna B.

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2

0

9 years ago

I am so Happy that Destino's kepted same menu after they purchased pinnochios... My Mom and I always get there white sauced Lasagna, it our go to place when she comes to visit,the portion is very big too,and oh so yummmy ! The service was great ...Im glad when my Mom comes to town there's a nice place to take her to. read more

Jeanie L.

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2

0

8 years ago

Destino's always has amazing food and service! One of our favorite restaurants in Merced. Lexi was our server this time and she was amazing. So sweet and attentive! We will definitely be back soon. :) read more

Jim N.

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6

11

3 months ago

Love the pizza! Friendly service. ...............................................................,,...............,....,,..........,,,,,,,..,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, read more

Sara C.

99

1

8 years ago

Great place to hang out with great food, drinks and great people! We love the pizza & pasta. Nice to have a beautiful place downtown to go.

Claudia G.

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1

0

8 years ago

My husband Loves the steak! And i the coconut shrimp, and of course drinks. Staff is very friendly! Thank u all destinos for ur hard work :)

Kayla M.

159

8

0

7 years ago

Destino's always has the BEST food and BEST service! Any of our get togethers or events, Destino's is our go to spot.

Rodney P.

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9

0

4 months ago

OH, My God, they burn everything they fry!! Co Owner Tess a real bitch!! Not a pleasant environment!

Jessica N.

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2

0

8 years ago

The Guy Pizza was delicious. Lexi was an awesome server! We'll definitely be back here again soon.

Ric K.

5

18

7

9 years ago

This is my 'go to' place for lunch with friends. Great menu and great service. They have a bar too!

Edgar M.

0

1

8 years ago

Amanda and Lexi made from their magic hands. Yum! Yum! Yum! Delicious and pleasing to the ey

Rod P.

3

15

0

5 years ago

Not goodThe attitude of the owner! She lets you know she is the owner!! Don't forget it!!!

Jose S.

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26

2

4 years ago

Enjoyed dinner there with my Mrs. would go back and enjoy it just as much I'm sure..... read more

Cong P.

39

1

0

9 years ago

I had an Italian chicken here. The food is great. The atmoaphere is also comfortable.

Susan L.

1

0

4 years ago

Delicious dinner, great service. Favorite date night spot.

Karla T.

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3

0

4 years ago

Amazing food. Love the ssandwiches and the soup is yummy.

Aidan M.

1

15

0

8 years ago

Kind and friendly staff. Good food. Must come here

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