All the food here is delicious, especially Joann's fried chicken. The service was impecable by…read morePaul. Thank you!

Amazing and legit Korean fried chicken!! This came highly recommended and I can see why! The…read morechicken is made fresh and tastes extremely well. I got the combo half order of the soy garlic and it disappeared so quick. Paul was the only server there and he's a one-man army!! Word of caution, their spicy levels are legit. I normally have a high spice tolerance and I got my chicken spicy (vice mild or very spicy) and I was fighting for my life for a bit! The chicken tastes so good and you're fighting the spice at the same time.

Came here with the family for a quick meal, and we were really impressed! It was hard to decide…read morewhat to order because the menu is huge and everything looked so good. I ordered the beef stew with egg noodle soup, and it came with a generous amount of tender beef and a really flavorful broth. Their pho broth is also excellent, and the meatballs are delicious. One of my favorite things was the sautéed chili oil they put on the table--it added such a great kick to the soup! The avocado smoothies were fresh, creamy, and not overly sweet. Even though the restaurant was packed, the service was fast and our food came out surprisingly quickly. Great food, generous portions, and efficient service. Definitely a great spot for Vietnamese food in Salinas.

This place is really good. Fast service. Clean and inviting ambiance. The food was delicious. The…read moreRamen noodle (Mi) had a nice bouncy texture. Chicken Wings were nice and crispy. It didnt have any seasoning on it, but the sauce made up for it a lot. The Vermicelli noodle bowl (bun thit nuong) was fresh and tasty. Good amount of veggies in it to make you feel healthy lol. The Pho had nice clean broth which was very tasty and the noodles was very fresh. Definitely a good Vietnamese restaurant for Salinas.

Finally!! A place worthy of a review!! ALSO YOU HAVE UNTIL THE END OF THE MONTH TO ENJOY IT (scroll…read moreto the end for more context) In a central shopping area so lots of parking! We were passing through Salinas on our way home from the mini cow farm and decided to stop here for dinner based on their high rating and while we were skeptical because were unfamiliar with the area, this place delivered!!! No restrooms! We hopped into Pollo Loco, used them, and headed back over. The place is small with multiple two top seaters. We were the only ones in there and ordered the fried chicken over fried rice, beef pad see ew, and thai teas. While we waited, multiple people who all seemed like regulars came in. First, it was someone who came here to order on their WORK BREAK to be sure it would be ready for come pick up when they were off work. Then it was an ol timer who the cashier greeted by name! A young woman with an older relative came next and the elder greeted the cashier in Thai! By this point, we had gotten our food and it was so good that I had one of those Ratatoullie flash backs to the first time I ever tried fried rice in my childhood!!! The pad see ew was more of an 8/10 for me but I do think it would be a 10/10 with chicken. The fried chicken over rice was a perfect 10/10. Im pretty sure they use corn starch to fry their chicken instead of flour because the breading stayed on the chicken and didn't slip off the way others can and also, you cannot deny the crunch of this dish!! Thai tea was also very good. Crisp and flavorful without being too sweet. I love thai tea but sometimes their so sweet I can see my prediabetic diagnosis on the cup. I think adding boba would really elevate it but still recommend it! Now, while we were eating, a family of 4 came in and after completing their order, they asked if they could add a mango sticky rice to their order. The cashier apologizes and said they were sold out for the day. It was 5:30 pm. They close at 8:00 pm. I was immediately sad I never got the option to try a dessert so delicious it sells out before closing. I mentioned going before the end of the month at the start and thats because the cashier took a call where he told the customer that "no they were not closed yet" and that "they would be here through the end of the month." The cashier then mentioned to a regular that they were handing over the restaurant to his cousin and while they will have the same recipes, he is not sure if the food will be the same. I also think I heard him mention something about getting a spot in Monterey and you can bet good money that if they do, ima be there.

This place is a hidden gem. The food is hot and so fresh. They pay attention to spice tolerance…read more I'm a fan of their Praram, yum!!!

Went for Lunch because my brother wanted to try it. It's oriented for sports fans, date night, and…read morejust group dining I would think, but I think families can go there, but I recommend wanting to watch sports is a must. Menu it appears they're willing to change by trend. We all had burgers, but we double burgers or split burgers. Soda is refilled, except handcrafted sodas. In the future; might want to research seasonal coleslaw or broccoli-slaw for change up of side menu salads. Other: fried or steamed vegs as possible finger food. Portion side, it was expected. Shio liked the bacon melt leftover. I found out what was missing alfalfa sprouts made taste elevated. Not sure if they would add pan fry egg as optional item. Server was good, he explained things better, and ambiance wasn't too noisy to hear him. Server did say you can seating arrangement is up to customers. Noon time on Saturday seems like less busy, my brother was telling us, hard to get in, reserve spot, and appears like that way only if there was a live game it said so in commercials. Packed to where ppl were waiting in line get in. They do work hard making place clean. Thank you for the good food it was yummy. Edited at desktop, mobile doesn't allow much for spellcheck. Note: 1-star rating ppl might have gone when it was live game. Suggestion go when it's lunch or game days are re-played. Patience is a virtue, try to eat more when you go out. There is ton of food on menu besides the wings.

The place smells bad…read more Not a lot of folks eating inside. Salads are affordable. I just didn't like the vibe. The smell is "WILD" Maybe that's why there is no one really eating inside. Gosh. The smell level is OVER 9000!

My favorite Wing Stop in Salinas. Staff is friendly, food always hits, place is clean too.read more

Today I came in, and the service and food were great. The table area was very clean as well. Thalia…read morehelped me and double-checked my order to make sure everything was correct. It's a nice place to eat with friends and family.

Pho # 1 Great Pho…read more The place is so chill. The soup is very warm. I love Vietnamese places because they are not so full. It's because a lot of families don't actually trust it. I'm Asian so I have appreciation for the culture. I feel like defending it. The soup came out fast. I love who came to serve me. They are friendly and loving. Thanks.

My son and I came here for lunch today. We were greeted and seated immediately. I ordered the Bun…read moreBo Hue w beef rib. It had a really good spicy aroma and had a good portion of meats as well. The rib was also nice and tender. My son got the Pho Dac Biet w beef rib. The broth was also very aromatic and again had a good portion of meats. I bring this up because this place is 1 of within a handful of Vietnamese restaurants in Salinas, but the other places dont give you as much meat. You get your money's worth here. The Goi Cuon was ok, the shrimps were smaller and didnt have a good bite to it. He also got a Peach Ice Tea w passion fruit and lychee jelly which was very delicious and refreshing. I would say this is the best Vietnamese restaurant so far in Salinas for Pho and Bun Bo Hue. Pricing was also very fair, we ordered to 2 bowls there, 1 more togo, the appetizer and 2 drinks, all for around $66. Oh and if you pay cash, you save 3.5% on your check! Not bad at all.

We recently went to Wing Stop after over 6 months of not trying it. One new thing I noticed and…read moreliked was their digital board that shows the progress of your order. Super helpful knowing when your food is coming out instead of just waiting around wondering or having to go to the counter and ask. We ordered the 30 piece meal with 2 drinks and spent $56.89, which honestly felt a bit pricey, but the food was mostly good. We got the Original Buffalo wings, Honey Hot Rub, and Boneless Lemon Pepper. The meal also came with fries and veggies, but we substituted the veggies with the mini corn instead, which was a pleasant surprise that was an option. I am happy the cashier mentioned we could substitute the sides. The wings were mostly delicious overall. The Honey Hot Rub wings had a really good flavorful coating, but the flavor didn't go all the way into the wing like the others did. The Original Buffalo and Lemon Pepper definitely had more flavor throughout, so we will probably stick with our favorites next time. The fries are honestly some of my favorite fast food fries. They are crispy on the outside, soft inside, and not cut too thin, which is the way I prefer my fries. The ranch is also really good for dipping the fries and wings. I did notice this visit the ranch seemed a little more runny than I remember. Overall, I love our go to wing flavors, extra enjoy the French fries and the ranch! We do enjoy treating to Wingstop once in a while. We will definitely be back!

I honestly wish I had saved my money…read more I ordered Wingstop through Uber Eats and spent nearly $50 on what should have been a simple order. Unfortunately, it was one of the most disappointing food delivery experiences I've had in a long time. The wings arrived with little to no sauce, and the boneless wings that were supposed to be covered in sauce were completely dry as well. To make matters worse, there weren't even any napkins included. It felt like the order was rushed out the door without anyone taking a moment to make sure it was prepared correctly. What makes this especially frustrating is that sauce isn't some minor detail at Wingstop--it's a major part of what customers are paying for. When both the traditional wings and the boneless wings arrive dry, it completely changes the meal. The issue isn't just the missing sauce. It's the attitude behind it. Someone prepared this order, saw it wasn't right, and sent it out anyway. To the restaurant, it may seem like a minor mistake, but to the customer who spent nearly $50, it's disappointing. When businesses stop paying attention to details and customers stop speaking up about poor service, it creates a cycle where lower standards become acceptable. Good customer service starts with caring enough to get the basics right. People work hard for their money, and when they choose to spend it at a restaurant, they should receive the meal they ordered, prepared the way it was intended. Sadly, that wasn't the case here. Very disappointed. I hope management takes customer feedback seriously and works to improve quality control moving forward

Food quality was very disappointing…read more Chicken katsu is usually one of our favorite dishes, but this visit was a letdown. The chicken was overcooked, extremely thin, dry, and rubbery. It was so tough that it was difficult to chew and actually hurt our gums and mouth after a few bites. For the price we paid about $65 for three plates and a couple of drinks, the quality is so poor. We expected something much better, especially for such a simple dish.

Stressed. It was loud! Seems like the owner's family is…read moreholding a daycare at the restaurant. Kids are crying, running back and forth, yelling from one side to the other. Ring, Ring, Ring! go's the counter bell. Food was good. Atmosphere terrible. Last words... the Salinas curse.

Pleasant service and delicious food. I am glad we stopped by here on our way to Santa Barbara.read more

Pizza and salad bar was incredible and fresh. Came out oven…read morebaked fresh hot and legit. Pizza was way better than Costco; give you more toppings and flavor, but a little pricey. Friendly and helpful employees; excellent service. Super clean arcade games and available arcade games. plenty of parking in shopping center: adjacent to CVS and Dollar Tree. certainly dining here again eventually.

We were lucky enough to have a late lunch here but the key highlight to the meals was not just the…read morefood but the phenomenal service we received. Fred went above and beyond to make us feel like we were not only patrons but family. It's rare to have an experience like this and because of the service we received from Fred we will be loyal Stonies customers.

I was dubious given their 3 star rating but that wasn't my experience. I had the brisket macaroni…read moreand the pulled pork grilled cheese and they were both delicious. The macaroni was my favorite though. I also had a flight of beers and was very satisfied! Waiter was great too