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    Fernando's Cali Kitchen

    4.5 (253 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Italian
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Luv H.

    The food was okay. I tried the pasta but it was different from what I expected, definitely not a creamy Alfredo or white sauce. The menu said heavy cream but the sauce on my pasta was really watery. Not sure if that is how it is meant to be. The service was great, the staff was nice, and the place is clean and well kept. Overall, an okay experience.

    Chips and salsa, not complimentary but very good
    Steven C.

    This restaurant is located in the heart of what is downtown Yuba City and serves up a really diverse menu. The staff here is super friendly. The inside of the restaurant is brick with high ceilings which gives it a really cool vibe. I'd been wanting to try their food for some time now and it surpassed my expectations in every way. We started with chips and salsa. They weren't complimentary but I suggest ordering them as the chips are thick and crunchy, the pico is piled high with great flavors. My girlfriend, her mother and I looked over the menu. The pasta here stood out to me as I had seen pics on Yelp. They both decided to go with the carnitas plate. Once the food arrived I was impressed by the huge portions, every plate was filled to the edge. My pasta came with two big slices of garlic bread which although really good was strong with garlic flavor, I liked it but my lady was taken back by it a bit. The pasta itself was amazing, the Portuguese pasta comes with linguica, chicken and shrimp as the proteins. So many deep flavors on this dish it will be hard to go back and order anything else! This was one of the best dishes I've had at a restaurant in a long time. This restaurant deserves your visit if you can make the trip, you won't be disappointed. I plan on trying more of their pasta and also the calamari. The chef and kitchen here take dishes to new heights and I can't wait to visit again.

    Pozole

    I love their Pozole! Best in town. I love coming here in the winter and getting hot soup. Their burritos are amazing too. Highly recommend.

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    Sabrina C.

    Oh my word! This place was heavenly! While visiting my momma in Cali this weekend we wanted to have some lunch before I toodled back home to Reno. My first and her second. It was beyonddd Amazing! Three appetizers and two meals later. Absolutely everything was incredible! The classic and mango margarita...Sooo good ! The waitress knew the menu very well so it was helpful to us deciding what to order. It's very chill inside also. It was very peaceful! Over all absolutely amazing! 10/10!

    Fish tacos
    Eric H.

    Wow I loved this place so so much! The hostess was awesome, very sweet. I don't speak Spanish and she barely spoke English. But we got through the ordering process with no problem and she checked on us multiple times. The fish tacos were better than I'd ever imagined. The chipotle sauce is tasty and a teensy bit spicy. The salsa verde is delicious. But the pineapple salsa steals the show. Excellent addition! These are messy but wouldn't you know it, they bring you TWO napkins in advance. I love it. The restaurant is roomier than it seems, with three rooms. The AC might have been off though because it was 97 F outside and it was pretty warm inside too. But I will go back as many times as I can. Loved this place and lots more menu items to try.

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    Becca D.

    This is a cute spot in downtown Yuba City. I came with my mom and we were seated right away. Our server was really kind and quick. Great service and good food! Definitely recommend checking out! Portuguese pasta: linguine noodles in a creamy sauce with shrimp, chicken, and linguica. Super delicious! Rich flavor and tons of meat. Shrimp street tacos: served with a chipotle sauce, cilantro and onions. 10/10 super good would definitely order again. I got a side of rice and beans. Was just ok not super flavorful but still tasted homemade. Might skip these next time.

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    Food is not good prices are too high. Drinks are good n the service . They need to improve a bit more

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    City Vibe. Delicious food and great service. Chef on site. Yuba City's best food. Closes at 8pm Closed on Sundays.

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    Food was delicious! Service was courteous and attentive but not over bearing. Ambiance was calm and welcoming. Recommend for sure!

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    Fantastic food and service! The blackened salmon salad and is my go to and it never disappoints.

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    Amazing food, great service, cool downtown location. We always visit when in Yuba City!

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    I like the food and has been there several times the people are very nice and friendly I would recommend this place to anyone.

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    Taquitos platter with all the garnishes includes rice and beans.
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    Corner with seating and photos displayed
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    Wet Super Burrito Wet Half Red, Half Green
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    Front covered patio
    Front covered patio
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    Seafood enchiladas and margaritas
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