I was craving some BBQ, so I decided to give this place a try, and I'm glad I did!…read more The service was great. Everyone was friendly, and they got me taken care of without any hassle. When you've had a busy day, that kind of service goes a long way. The food was really good. The brisket was juicy and tender, and the tri-tip was cooked just right. Dip that tri-tip in their BBQ sauce and you're good to go. The mac and cheese was creamy and hit the spot, and the baked beans were probably my favorite. They had a little sweetness to them and some bits of meat mixed in that made them even better. The Texas toast was soft and buttery, and the fried pickles were a great starter. Honestly, those barely made it home. The family was happy when I showed up with dinner, so I'd say that's a win. If you're in the Los Banos area and want some good, filling BBQ without making a big production out of it, give this place a try. I'll definitely be back.

Looking for a Grub, I found this place. It's located in what I believe is the downtown of Los…read moreBanos. It was easy to find. Location clean & staff friendly. The food was great. I got a combo Tri Tip & ribs with potato salad. Yummy!

The food was fast, and the hamburgers were good. The ice creams were many in variety. The county…read moreroad department desperately needs to do something about the main street because it is full of potholes and is very loud when eating outside

My husband went to this foster freeze to order a vanilla malt and the two people had no idea what…read morethat was. And then they just told eachother just sell him a milk shake so my husband just walked away. Just ridiculous

No sign of the college reject dweeb at the window…read more Things at the drive-in have gone well. They don't seem to ask for tips since "Einstein" moved on. Just beware, if you see more than 4 cars on line, think about alternatives. Especially Friday night, when you could literally be waiting an hour, with no hope of escape. Double Char Combo is now about $18.50. That's about 3 gallons of California gas. Sounds like some kind of Newsom formula.

The food is absolutely amazing and the staff were incredibly kind to me. The manager in the morning…read morewas very kind and accommodating, I think her name was Veronica. The atmosphere of the restaurant was very warming and I like how they had an open kitchen to see what was happening.

We went to Little Diamond's Pizza on Tuesday and had a great experience. It is a very…read morefamily-friendly place with a slightly funky, old-school atmosphere inside, but what really stood out was the staff. The young woman at the front was incredibly helpful and friendly, always with a smile on her face. The young man working in the back was also very attentive and kept checking on us to make sure we had everything we needed. That kind of service really makes a difference. We ordered a pizza half Diablo and half Los Banos, along with a Cobb salad. Everything was excellent. The pizza was very delicious, the salad was really fresh, and we really enjoyed the food. Great food, relaxed family atmosphere, but the people working there are what really make this place special.

We stopped in on a road trip. There isn't much right off the interstate aside from fast food. Our…read moreexpectations weren't high, but little diamonds was great! We were both pleasantly surprised and really enjoyed our pepperoni pizza and Caesar salad. We ate at the restaurant (it's pretty small - likely more of a takeout spot), but it was quick and easy. Would recommend!

I don't usually have to give five stars, but this is one of those times…read more We found this place through Yelp. Our server was great and attentive and quick with our drinks. The drinks let's say hit well! This is a sports bar with TV's everywhere, and the restaurant was clean. My wife had carnitas tacos that were tasty and fresh. Unfortunately I had the French dip. The meat was dry and over grilled or microwaved. The au jus' was watery and tasteless I had our server bring me a side of bbq sauce so I had something to get the sandwich down. Let's say we won't be back.

Servers is super friendly, the burger was nice, Don't get the mac n cheese appetizer at all lol. I…read morealso do recommend the calamari fries. Mangonada was good but light on the alcohol. Place is clean.

My son in law saw this childhood memory from his home town back east. We had no clue what to…read moreexpect. The property was clean, the menu a little complex and the taste? Wonderful first experience. The drive through is 2 lanes. Those that are familiar with the menu, move front of the line. Our first time, so many choices. All were amazing. Everyone placed a drive through order. Then we ate in a nice size parking lot. The chicken sandwich and drink were great! The fries? OMG! The best drive through fries ever. My entire family was pleased and satisfied to stop at this unknown restaurant! We will definitely revisit!

Visited this fast food stand on the way to Fresno…read more Drive-thru only. We had milkshake, Chicken Bites and Fries Box. Both the chicken bites and fries were well-seasoned, especially the seasoned fries, it's crispy and flavorful, we got the honey mustard dip to pair with the chicken bites. The staff was friendly.

Eddie's famous cafe is a must stop! Came here for some breakfast during our drive up 5, we were…read morepleased to see a big smile from the owner and a cozy environment when we walked in. The service was great, and the food was delicious!! If you're hungry and on the road, definitely make a stop here. I got the chorizo and eggs and my boyfriend got the huevos rancheros, both so good we started eating instantly and didn't get a picture... Will definitely be a go-to on any drive down 5 from now on! :)

Great place to stop for breakfast . If you're leaving from Fresno heading up north then this…read morebreakfast place is a great stop! The food, coffee and specially the service were all very good!!

We stopped by Hot City BBQ our way to Yosemite and are so thrilled that we did. Arriving shortly…read moreafter they opened, we quickly saw the dining room fill up - and after our first bites, it's not hard to see why their food is outstanding. My Roadhouse Salad was enormous and topped with generous, perfectly cooked slices of tri-tip, which balanced beautifully with the tart apples, blue cheese, and apple vinaigrette. My husband thoroughly enjoyed his pulled pork sandwich as well. The restaurant itself is also so clean & well decorated. We will definitely be return customers!

We were regulars at Hot City when Steve and Joy owned the place back in the day; and there was…read moresomething about their food that went far beyond simply being good BBQ. You could taste the time, care, and meaning that went into it. Steve had a way of treating that smoker like it was sacred. You'd see him hovering over those meats, his signature glass of wine in hand, watching over them like a father watching over his kids. He wasn't just cooking meat. He was tending to it, making sure it was right. And you could taste that care when it hit your plate. When Steve and Joy sold the business, we were crushed. We definitely throttled back and eventually found ourselves traveling out to the Bay Area when we really wanted BBQ. We've given Hot City a few chances under the new ownership, hoping we'd find some of that old magic. Unfortunately, we haven't. The food just doesn't have the soul it once had. The meats have been inconsistent in both flavor and texture, and the sides have left us equally unimpressed. Our most recent visit really confirmed it. The food looked good, but the flavor was flat. The tri-tip lacked the seasoning and depth we remembered, and the sides were dry and bland. We ended up reaching for the salt and pepper just to bring life to the plate. And that's the real problem. BBQ isn't just meat thrown on a smoker. Good BBQ has personality. It has patience, pride, seasoning, smoke, and somebody behind it who genuinely cares about what they're putting in front of people. That's what Steve and Joy brought to Hot City. There was a heart behind the food. You felt it before you even took a bite. When they left, unfortunately, it feels like the soul of Hot City left with them. What remains is a shell of what Hot City used to be. I'm not writing this to be nostalgic for the sake of nostalgia. I'm saying it because we were regulars, we remember what this place was, and we've given the new version more than one chance. It's just not good BBQ. I really hope someone finds a way to bring that soul back. Because Hot City used to mean something to us. It wasn't just a place to grab some good BBQ. With Joy and Steve, you were family!

The food!!! The service!!…read moreThe ambiance!!! Our server was amazing What a gem in small town Los Banos, CA Old small town football diner vibes. Chicken fried steak is a MUST!!! Chicken Bacon sandwich is a MUST!!! Kid friendly menu with 2010 prices. Love this place

This is a legit OG diner in Los Banos. Very much a local joint where people know each other by…read morename. If you are looking for the real thing, this is about as real as it gets. The food is made to order and exactly what it says it is. Nothing fancy, no frills, just plain good food that will fill you up if you're hungry. I had the steak sandwich with fries, and it was a real steak that was cooked exactly how I ordered it. So tasty and I was hungry so it was extra good. And, the service is super friendly and will make you feel like part of that small town vibe. This is not a fancy place but a diner is not where you should go if you're looking for a gourmet meal. Five stars of small town diner awesomeness.

I had such a great experience here. The drinks were really good and definitely some of the best…read moreoptions for the area. Everything we ordered from the food was delicious, flavorful, and nicely prepared. I loved that there was a good variety of food and drinks to choose from, and the atmosphere made it a really enjoyable place to sit down, relax, and have a good meal. Brandon was our server, and he was absolutely wonderful. He was really nice, attentive, and made sure we were taken care of throughout our entire visit without being overbearing. The combination of delicious food, great drinks, and friendly service made our experience even better. I would definitely recommend giving this place a try, and I'll be happy to come back again.

It is about time that I give recognition where it is deserved. After my third visit here tonight, I…read morethought I would take the time to say thank you for a wonderful dining experience. I love this restaurant, This is Southwest cuisine done to perfection. Think Chevy's , but with an extensive menu and food that is actually really good. There was nothing I would change about my visit tonight- it was memorable and fulfilling. For starters , we ordered the Margherita pizza. Not quite Southwest , but it works - trust me! The pizza is wood-fired! The cheese , tomatoes and basil are fresh. Oh , and the tomato sauce they use is just right. Seriously, the pizza here rivals some pizza that I have tried at Italian restaurants. I can't wait to try more pizza creations. For my entree, I opted for the chile verde enchiladas covered in a smooth tomatillo sauce. This enchilada sauce was so tangy and the pico de gallo and guacamole topped them off perfectly. The entree comes with Spanish rice and charro beans. My wife opted for the ribeye steak fajitas , and they were fantastic. The steak was marinated well and it was tender. The only thing that could have made this dish better would be homemade tortillas . Espana's serves up high quality food. Everything that I have tried so far has been phenomenal. The service that we receive is always prompt and friendly , and the food comes out fast -but not too fast. Tonight's meal was a five star experience. Please look at the colorful menu items below and make it a point to stop in and try for yourself.