The food here is delicious! The service is excellent and the ambiance is spot on ! I really like…read morethis spot , this time I had a chicken salad and pork spring rolls, the flavors are spot on and the freshness can be tasted in every bite . This spot is worth a drive across town to go to . There is plenty of parking and with the friendly staff and the food so fresh , I highly recommend this spot , I can't wait to go back

Good day, Yelpies!…read more As someone who has spent years chasing authentic Asian cuisine, I'm always amazed when an unassuming spot completely exceeds expectations -- and this Vietnamese gem did exactly that. From the outside, tucked into a humble strip mall, you'd never guess the culinary experience waiting inside. But the moment you walk through the doors, you're greeted by the intoxicating aroma of simmering broth and fresh herbs -- what I can only describe as "Pho cologne." Honestly, if someone bottled that fragrance, I'd wear it daily. Yes, the menu offers the traditional Vietnamese favorites you'd expect, but every dish arrives piping hot, deeply comforting, and bursting with authentic flavor. The pho is rich and aromatic, the ingredients taste incredibly fresh, and each bite feels thoughtfully prepared. What truly elevates this restaurant, however, is the hospitality. The staff operates with a level of attentiveness that is becoming rare these days. Drinks are constantly refilled, every table is checked on with genuine care, and you can feel the pride they take in both the food and the dining experience. Even better, the restaurant is spotless and welcoming -- the kind of place that instantly makes you feel at home. Don't let the strip mall location fool you. Some of the best Vietnamese food is found in places exactly like this, where the focus is entirely on flavor, warmth, and authentic hospitality.

This is such a good place for mariscos/ seafood, specially during the summer when the temperature…read morecan get real high in the 209 area. Food: they have a vast variety of seafood plates and options. The mariscos/seafood tastes fresh and they are open to work with you for special request on your plate of choice. Location: there is plenty of parking space. The place is kind of small in my opinion, it get crowded over the weekend. My recommendation is for you to get there early. Ambiance: the music was loud, therefor be aware of possible complications to have a nice conversation without feeling that you gotta turn up your voice volume. The place could benefit from a little extra cleanliness, I understand it's a seafood place although it does give a sense of needing extra cleanliness. Team/staff: they are were attentive and ready to assist when needed. We had a little complication since two of our family members did not get their place fast, three of us had our plate ready and the other 2 waited a good 10 extra minutes. Maybe more organization over how to distribute table tables as a group. Nice experience and they also have alcoholic drinks which seem tasty and fresh. Their aguas frescas were delicious and super refreshing. Highly recommend visiting them ASAP! :)

Recently visited with 4 other family members. It was PACKED! When we arrived I asked if there was…read moreanything available and they offered a booth. The lady that assisted me seemed hesitant to offer me the booth but we didn't want to wait too long and we were able to squeeze ourselves in the booth. I had the ceviche (cazuela). It tasted good but not as good as the ceviche they give you when you arrive so you can snack while you wait for your food. My family members had clams, momias, aguachile, and fajitas. They said their food was fine. Surprisingly, out of all the meals we ordered the ceviches took the longest to get to us. We were seated when the soccer game started and my mom and I got our ceviches close to the halftime, that would be about 40 minutes waiting. The reason I'm giving 3 stars is because of the time it took to get the food. Plus, when my dad tried to ask one of the waitresses for assistance she pretty much ignored him. I dont come here very often because it is far for me. Despite the time it took to get our food I would still visit if im in the area again. Just need to make sure it is not on a holiday.

We were on a family visit from the L.A. area and decided to stop by this establishment for lunch,…read moreand we were not disappointed. The customer service was great, and so were the menudo and garlic butter shrimp, which came with beans and rice. Also, the prices were very reasonable. The interior has plenty of tables to sit down and enjoy your meal there's also a small store adjacent that has Mexican items. When in this area again we'll be sure to stop by.

The food was so fresh and delicious! My partner and I had the fish ceviche tostada and a shrimp…read moreceviche tostada as well. We will definitely be back. Thank you for bringing some authentic Mexican culture to little Lodi

Excellent food and service. Our server, her name was Veer, was very polite, attentive and helpful…read more She really exceeded all expectations. Food was very delicious. Will definitely come back,

The food was amazing, I got the chicken coconut, my grandma got the chicken tika masala, my sister…read moregot chicken tika naan, we all loved it, the service was also great, our server was the cute girl with the bow in her hair, she was so nice and made conversation with us, the food also didn't take long at all, I was surprised it came out so quickly and so good, anyway you should come if your hungry for Indian food.

We dined in on a Tuesday during the week, and the restaurant was pretty busy. We were seated right…read moreaway, though, and attended to by our fabulous server, Isabella. She was very nice and helpful. We shared a piña con coco cocktail, which I really enjoyed. It had a spicy rim and was sweet, but not too sweet. We ordered the guacamole, which was made tableside. I ordered the enchiladas al comal, which looked really good. Unfortunately, I didn't love the chipotle sauce on the enchiladas and wished I had ordered a more traditional red or green sauce. But it was still good, and I can see why it's popular. I did enjoy the steak and vegetables inside the enchiladas. I was leaning toward a 4-star rating since I didn't love my enchiladas and wouldn't order them again. But Isabella's service was so excellent that it alone pushed my review to a 5.

My usual place for Mexican food. I have been coming here for several years already because of…read moretheir great food, service, and location. Always feel welcome by their friendly staff and servers. My favorite is their Chile Rellenos, but their enchiladas, nachos, and tacos are also delicious. I recommend this place to anyone who enjoys a causal local restaurant.

Went out for my birthday dinner and my daughter had made reservations for outdoors. The wah-It…read moreseems they gave away our table, so we sat inside. It was a little dark inside the restaurant and a little loud. Ordered the clam chowder but was later informed that they were out. The yay- amazing server named Destiny. I ordered their halibut special and it had the most amazing risotto. My daughter's gnocchi was delicious, soft, pillowy, and creamy. My husband enjoyed his chicken parmigian. My son enjoyed his sandwich. They gave me a slice of their delicious tiramisu, strong (in a good way) taste of espresso, my hubby had the spumoni, highly recommend. we also ordered the peach and blueberry gelato pie, it's seasonal, and none of us liked it. Ordered a cup of coffee and it was very weak.Overall, great Italian food.

Lodi Ca.~ What an amazing restaurant! Beautiful decor in…read moreboth the restaurant and the patio area! The food was just as fabulous as the decor. We started out with the deep fried zucchini. Out of this world. The breading was thin and crispy, and the dipping sauce was yummy. We had the catch of the day. It came with risotto that was perfectly seasoned and cheesy. My friend had the Parpadelle. She said it was prepared perfectly, and al dente just like she likes it. We definitely would return for some more spins around the menu. This place is an institution in Lodi. Highly recommend.

Pros: - the owner and his wife make you feel like family…read more They are so kind and welcoming, always remember us when we come in - great menu and fresh fish - local - must try: ramen and chirashi bowl Room for improvement: - nothing, great job! Overall: - great local, casual spot with good Japanese food

We were driving home from Sacramento and looking for some food. Of all the options, sushi sounded…read morethe best. M Sushi is only about 5 min off the freeway entrance. Not too bad. As we are walking up, I start to wonder about the town we are in. How is my mixed nationality family going to be received? I forget what city it was, but I remember once making a quick stop off the 99 for a break, and feeling like we stood out like sore thumbs. Fortunately that wasn't our experience today. We walk in and we are warmly greeted. The restaurant is fairly busy, so we get seated way in the back....near the restroom. We start looking over the menu, making our drink orders, and my wife asks if I smell something? I don't, but my son, who is sitting closer to the restrooms says, he does. After we make our orders, my wife can't take it anymore and gets up and asks to be seated at another table. A couple of tables have cleared, so we get seated closer to the center. After which, my son says that he was starting to feel sick at our old seats. Had we not moved, I think they both would have been miserable. From here on out, it's just good times. The food arrives. My wife and I got bento boxes. Katsu chicken for me, sesame chicken for her. The kids all get sushi the rainbow roll, all in one (I believe), and a hand roll. My son would later say that he thought the hand roll was bigger and that he wish he would have gotten something else, even though in the pictures, it was clearly smaller than the other rolls. While I'm on the subject. The way the rolls looked in the pictures, they look small, because they are paired into 4 sections. Everybody missed the fact that each section was cut in half, giving you 8 pieces. If you're not looking at the detail, it just looks like 4 pieces. In the end, I think the smallest roll we got was 9 slices. The hand roll, though, was probably comparable to 6 sushi slices. But, with the 2 bento boxes, we had plenty of food. I also came to learn that not all katsu sauces are the same. Back home, I've only ever had Maui katsu sauce. At M Bitro, I learned what Japanese katsu sauce is supposed to taste like, and I gotta say, I'm not a fan. I was so disappointed with the strong taste of ketchup that my first thought was, this isn't katsu sauce. What I'm familiar with is sweeter. Well, after a quick Google search of katsu sauce, it turns out, the main ingredient is......ketchup! Yeah, nobody in the family liked it. I'm also not going to knock M Sushi for being authentic. Unless somebody forgot to add the sugar.... Yeah, I can't say for sure. To be continued for sure. In summary, great food, good time. 2 more hours on the road before we got home. Only one real complain that had us changing seats. Easy fix

I cannot stop talking about my dinner at The Exchange. The food, atmosphere, décor, and overall…read morevibe were exceptional. It was our first time visiting from the Bay Area, and it was truly a memorable experience. We ordered the chicken wings and calamari, plus two drinks. Our bartender recommended the Freak Show Cabernet, and it was delicious. I appreciated how attentive the team was: when I accidentally knocked over my drink, the staff quickly and graciously helped clean up, along with a few flowers I bumped in the process. I apologize for the clumsiness on my part. The chef also came out to greet us, which was a wonderful personal touch. Overall, we had an incredible time. If you're looking for great food and warm hospitality, I highly recommend The Exchange. I'll definitely be telling everyone on social media to stop by for a wonderful experience.

We had Easter brunch at The Exchange 1874 in Woodbridge and came away with a very positive overall…read moreexperience. The restaurant is set in a historic brick building with a lot of character. We sat inside, where the space features exposed brick, artwork throughout, and very comfortable seating... my partner specifically pointed that out. The layout includes a mix of seating areas, which gives it a more relaxed, layered feel. The bar area, known as the Ghost Lounge, adds a darker, more lounge-like element to the overall atmosphere. Service was excellent. Our server, Lacy, was friendly, attentive, and witty - easily one of the best servers we've had in a while. For drinks, I had a local Oak Farm red wine that was excellent. Others in our group had mimosas, which were well received... especially the grapefruit mimosa, which my partner really enjoyed. For food, there were several highlights. My partner had the chicken and waffles and loved it; I tried some and would agree it was very good. Another person in our group ordered the steak breakfast tacos, which came as a set of three. They only ate two, and I had the third and it was delicious and something I would recommend. Another in our group had the eggs Benedict and thought it was excellent. I had the biscuits and gravy with fried eggs. It was okay, but not something I would go out of my way to order again. In terms of value, prices felt consistent with the quality of the food, service, and overall setting. It's not a budget brunch spot, but it feels appropriate for the experience. Overall, it was a really enjoyable Easter brunch with great service, a comfortable and well-designed interior, and several strong menu items. I'd rate it a 4 out of 5, though if half-points were an option, this would land closer to a 4.5. We'd definitely come back.

After having a fun night creating some art at down the rabbit hole we looked up some places for…read moredinner and Papapavlo's caught our eye. The restaurant is beautiful! The food was delicious! And service was perfect! Kristen and Emily was so attentive and gave us such great customer service! At initial sit down.. we was greeted with a bowl of flat bread and our drink order was taken. The flat bread was warm soft and so good we asked for seconds lol. We ordered the grilled artichoke..the char grilled taste was great and the dip was delicious! We shared the salad special today, which was a pear salad that came with raspberry and blue cheese. Everything went well together it was refreshing. And for our entree we shared the mushroom ravioli and the pork tenderloin medallions. The pork tenderloin medallions came with green beans and mash potatoes. Everything was chefs kiss! My favorite was the mushroom raviolis.. it was so flavorful and mushroom-e if that's even a word but you know what I mean. So good! My other friend ordered the seafood pasta and said that was also very good. The dessert presentation was perfect! You get to see their dessert menu in 3D! A tray of deliciousness.. Literally the dessert itself! We shared the chocolate mousse and was not disappointed! It was light and chocolatey all at the same time! Stumbled upon this place... but now a fan.. I live in Elk Grove and would drive south for this again for sure!

I genuinely love this restaurant, which makes my last few visits especially disappointing…read more On my most recent visit, I ordered the beef brochette--Angus steak chunks served with pasta and mixed vegetables. The food itself was very flavorful, so taste was not the issue. Unfortunately, the temperature was. The steak was barely warm, and both sides were completely cold. My dining companion and I were starving and on a limited schedule, so we did not want to spend additional time trying to flag someone down and waiting for the food to be reheated. Instead, we waited--and waited--for our server to return so we could ask for boxes. We ultimately took the food home to reheat and eat later, which is obviously not the experience you expect when dining at a restaurant. That brings me to the service, which has also declined over my last several visits. Our server never checked in after the food was delivered. Had she stopped by shortly after we began eating, we could have addressed the temperature issue and possibly had enough time to enjoy the meal properly. Instead, she was nowhere to be found until the end. I am not sure whether the food is sitting too long before being picked up or if the kitchen is not monitoring temperatures properly, but something needs to be corrected. Servers should also check on their tables at least once during the meal--not only return at the end when it is time to bring the check and collect a tip. I truly hope management takes this feedback seriously because I know this restaurant is capable of providing a much better experience.

So thankful that my sister-in-law treated us here for lunch after I had suggested Farmer Boys next…read moreto it! Lol she made the correct choice! We all loved the bruschetta with crispy Parmesan toast. We agreed that the bread is usually hard and crumbly at other places but here it was surprisingly a little fluffy past the crunchy layer. Perfect appetizer. My brother and I both had the minestrone soup. So flavorful and satisfying! My sister-in-law said her Beef Stracotto was perfectly cooked. She only had a small piece so my hubby and son enjoyed the leftovers. They loved dipping the bread in the rich sauce. I tried a couple bites of the combo pizza. It was delicious and my son was very happy with it. I had one of the specials of the day, a Meatloaf Sandwich with pasta salad. I've usually had coleslaw inside of a BBQ pork, chicken, or fish sandwich. But the combo of tangy coleslaw with tender meatloaf was fantastic and creative. The bread was soft and fluffy. I was full from appetizers and dessert, so took most of my sandwich home for dinner. Portions are big and satisfying. For dessert we shared the chocolate lava cake and lemon cake with raspberry sauce and whipped cream. All 10/10! Service was very friendly and the place is big, bright, and welcoming.

Was looking for a good Italian restaurants in Lodi, & stumble upon this restaurant. Got a booth…read moreseating. Ambiance was great. Food service was good. I ordered a Fruitti Di Mare (Seafood pasta) - -Red sauce 8/10 -Seafood (Shrimps, Scallops, mussels) 9/10 -Pasta Noodles 8/10