Outstanding !!! Your search is over for The Best of Everything from Everyone, All the Time!!…read moreFantastic Food and Excellent Staff. Justin, Neal, Gio, Tanner, Chris, Genia and LeeAnne,,, And of Course The Kitchen Crew Absolutely Rock!!! We live in Napa and this is much better than any of the overpriced restaurants in the Valley. Happiest Hour is Here!! The Ribs are Spectacular! The Bonus is that it's right across from The Filling Station that features live music on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays! Enjoy and Fall in Love with Mankas Grill and the wonderful hard working staff

the subject isn't you can't stop progress... or too much of a good thing... it's you can't add to…read morewhat you are, what you were. first, to the point of why you read yelp reviews, for "useful" stuff as it were, there's this: if you're looking for an obscure place to end a sunday bay area drive, Mankas grill is a great 50 or 75-miles-away destination. of course if you live around there you already know it's the best thing going anyway so no need read this. we stopped in for dinner after cruising up and around the valley one sunday. the menu is well balanced, a variety of grilled meats, pastas, salads, and a delicious "summer berry" bread pudding. the service people are all incredibly friendly, unpretentious, much like the old mankas corner restaurant where locals would get together for lunch, buy a bag of potato chips to go with their hamburger. the new grill is tastefully expanded, obviously popular, entertainment nearby. but if you've been around the Suisun Valley long enough you remember how it was. many of those stories will soon be lost to history. few californians know much about these small country towns, the 2,000 or more little "places" beyond the immediate outreach of urban areas. but on the other hand only half the state's population are natives. and few urbanites today regardless of origin have anything to do with agriculture or food production, which makes up a good bit of goings on east of california's coastal ridges and west of its mountain foothills. you can't escape noticing those little farming communities en route to lake tahoe or around picturesque wine areas like napa and sonoma. probably never want to live there but that's where many did when the state was younger. if you ever wonder who the real californians are, they're likely descendants of families that once lived in little places... dos palos or ripon or, for that matter, manka's corner. in grad school awhile ago now, prepping for a winemaker career, i remember a major difference between those focused on "enology" as opposed to "viticulture". would-be winemakers came from all over the world, boston to auckland. on the other hand, those planning to grow grapes for a living were from rural california, dinuba to grimes: few come to california anymore to follow the plow manka's grill is, or was anyway, an old barn-like venue for locals' lunch in suisun valley. the area wasn't forgotten so much as just not yet discovered, partly because it lacked pizzazz, without bling to catch urban sophisto eyes. napa valley over on the west side of the vaca mountains quickly developed sex appeal, with manicured cabernet vineyards and prestigious, ersatz chateaux that invite getting off the mainroad. but driving past napa, over the hill and further east are miles of open, mostly flat solano county, but for a quiet little turn to the north leading to suisun valley. it's a modest little valley as valleys go, and considerably warmer than napa being further from the marine-aired bay area. it's actually more than a bit warm here, most varietal wine grapes ripen too fast, their wines get dull and flabby. but suisun valley weather is just perfect for growing stone fruit and nuts which take more heat to fully ripen: peaches, apricots, almonds, prunes, walnuts. i had a most peculiar reason to be here often beginning late 1980s, my business output was an interplay of seemingly unrelated products: apricot pits, cherry coke, massage oil, marzipan, jetblast... a few years ago i sold the rights to some trade secrets, and anyway it's all hard to explain. but whatever it was, caused me to be in suisun, do lunch with farmers at manka's, talk raw material price, etc. I admired how the valley had remained hopelessly beautiful, simple country ways despite the garish show being made of the napa valley just over the west hill. but i quickly realized it wouldn't be left to itself for long. wine industry entrepreneurs know very well how to put such places to use. and sure enough, today this formerly quiet little valley is quickly becoming yet another AVA Recognized (American Viticultural Area) spot where the usual happens: farmer sells the family prune farm to some mr or ms wealthy with money enough to become yet another american "vingneron" making ok merlot. what's attractive about "virgin territory" like suisun is such a project costs a lot less here than the same in napa. there is one business that hasn't changed though: Yee's Dried Fruit Farm, down the end of the road from Manka's. there's nothing much to do here except buy perhaps the best blenheim apricots in the world, well enough given how few are dried anymore. one can only hope the Yee family stays with it. meanwhile the rest of suisun valley will provide testament that you really can't stop progress. if we're lucky, sooner than later, too much of this kind of "progress" may prove too much. perhaps then someone in suisun valley will dry blenheim apricots again.

We wanted an easy meal out for dinner that wasn't a chain restaurant. This place had a nice…read moreselection of choices which pleased everyone in the family. Some lighter choices of salads and wraps with unique spins, plus traditional tasty looking burgers and fries. Upon arrival we were greeted by a nice lady who explained the menu. We were taking our food to go, but the location looked very clean and chill so I wouldn't have minded eating there. The food was outstanding. The tandoori wrap I shared with my daughter was plenty for the both of us. I really liked the occasional surprise of a crispy onion and appreciated that it wasn't too heavy with beans. There was a generous amount of chicken and fresh veggies. The sauces were nice- some I liked more than others. We will definitely return in the future.

This place was amazing as soon as me and my family walked in we got a nice friendly greeting when…read morewe looked at the menu we couldn't decide what to get because everything looked really good. when we did order the food it was great! everything was great the wings, the burgers and the lamb. even the fries! the lady at the front counter was so nice. for example it was hot inside and she even pulled out a fan just for my son because she over heard him say he was hot when we got our food she made sure everyone was alright every ten minutes which was really nice the place around the restaurant was also nice and safe. We will definitely be back!

When I first moved to the area, I was looking for a good Mexican restaurant with flavorful food,…read moreand I found this little gem! It's small, but the staff are very attentive and welcoming. I've been coming almost every weekend for breakfast as my little treat to myself. I've tried the huevos rancheros, paleo scramble, avocado toast, and even lunch once. Everything has been delicious! The freshly squeezed orange juice is wonderful, and I love the café de olla--it has just the right amount of cinnamon. They also have mild green and hot red sauces if you want extra flavor. I highly recommend this place. It's become my weekend favorite!

Had an appointment for an oil change at 11:30 am and needed to find a place close by. Again using…read moreYelp, this restaraunt was the closest to where my appointment was scheduled. Off of the 80, the restaurant was easy to find and found parking right away. As I entered the restaurant, which only had about 2 other tables with customers, I tot seated right away. I ordered the chilaquiles with chorizo and Jamaica agua fresca. I started eating before I remembered to take a picture. The chips stayed crunchy throughout my meal and the salsa was a bit too mild for my taste. I ordered my eggs over medium but the yolk ended up being over done. Overall, my food was great because I finished my plate and the agua fresca was great!

Had an incredible experience at Rustwater Kitchen & Taproom in downtown Fairfield. From the moment…read moreI walked in, I was welcomed with genuine hospitality by Paul behind the bar. Super personable, great energy, and made the whole experience feel effortless. I ordered the peanut butter and jelly burger--smash-style patty with bacon, peanut butter, jelly, Tabasco, and pickles--and wow... one of the most unique and satisfying burgers I've had in a long time. It hits that perfect balance of savory, sweet, and nostalgic. I asked Paul what he would pair with it, and he absolutely nailed it. He introduced me to "Chimp My Ride" from Solano Brewing Company, a rich stout with chocolate and peanut butter notes that complemented the burger perfectly. It honestly brought back that childhood lunchbox feeling in the best way possible. On top of that, Chef Jamie personally brought out the food and took the time to connect--great conversation, great presence, and you can tell there's real pride behind what they're doing here. The vibe, the style, the food, and the people all come together here. Easy five stars. I'll definitely be back.

Some of the best dining experiences aren't planned, they're discovered…read more With the thermometer climbing to 103 degrees, the Spain vs. France World Cup semifinal kicking off on the big screens, and a craving for an ice-cold craft beer, I wandered into Rustwater Kitchen & Taproom, a downtown Fairfield favorite that's been serving locals since 2017. Within minutes, I knew I'd found exactly where I wanted to spend a hot summer afternoon. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between neighborhood tavern and craft beer destination. Vintage bicycles hang overhead, dozens of rotating taps line the wall, and the energy is lively without ever feeling chaotic. Whether you're catching the match, meeting friends after work, or simply escaping the summer heat, Rustwater has that welcoming vibe that makes you want to stay for another round. Following the bartender's recommendation, I ordered the Chicken Ciabatta from the specials board with a side of crispy tater tots, and it was absolutely the right call. The sandwich arrived beautifully presented on a perfectly toasted ciabatta roll with just the right amount of crunch. Inside was juicy grilled chicken layered with smoky bacon, melted provolone, crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, and a flavorful pesto mayo that brought everything together without overpowering the fresh ingredients. Every bite delivered a wonderful combination of textures and balanced flavors. The tater tots were exactly what great tavern food should be, golden, crisp, and light on the outside with a fluffy interior. They became downright addictive when dipped into a combination of ketchup and a Ghost Hot Sauce that once they are out they are out adding a slow-building kick that complemented the crispy potatoes perfectly. As I enjoyed a cold pint from their outstanding rotating tap list, Spain put the finishing touches on a 2-0 victory over France, sending them to the World Cup Final. Great soccer, an exceptional craft beer, and a fantastic lunch, it doesn't get much better than that on a scorching summer afternoon. Rustwater has earned its reputation over the years, and it's easy to understand why. Friendly service, an outstanding craft beer program, elevated tavern food, and an atmosphere that invites you to linger long after the final whistle. If you're looking for one of downtown Fairfield's best spots to enjoy creative tavern fare, explore an ever-changing lineup of craft beers, and catch the big game, Rustwater Kitchen & Taproom deserves a place on your list. I'll definitely be back to see what's on tap next, and without question, those crispy tater tots will be making another appearance on my table with the ghost hot sauce, if still available, due to the company going out of business.

Great food and great service! Went above and beyond for my dog. Food is always tasty and was out…read moresuper quickly!

Stopped by to pick up some cans of Evil Cousin. Could not find it in the cooler. Asked at the…read morecounter, the young gal looked at me like I was from outer space. Had no idea what I was talking about. Really? I have been buying it for over ten years. Come to find out, Heretic is GONE! )-: )-: )-: Looked at the food menu, everything we use to order is also GONE. )-: )-: )-: So we left empty handed )-: )-: )-: So sad, this place use to be great!

It was our first time coming to Texas Road House and we will definitely be coming back after the…read morewonderful experience we had! Our server Elena was amazing, she gave perfect recommendations and was very attentive and friendly. Tracy stopped by our table after hearing it was our first time and she was the absolute sweetest! Never been to a restaurant that has this quality of service. Will definitely be coming back!

Came here with a party of 9! Jose was very accommodating to…read moreus especially every time my husband asked for rolls he was on it!. We shared a pull pork and it was very good! They sang happy birthday to me cowboy style! Yeehaw!

Love, love, love!!! We'll be back soon! Amber is wonderful and we luckily got her again last time…read more But, whole team is great and work very well together! Now, about that food! It's great every time and I'm picky. My husband keeps nagging about the pizza oven

Came in for happy hour. Staff was fairly nice…read more I got the wings, fries and pickle fries and steamed clams (not on the happy hour). Everything was just ok. The garlic parm wings were better than the lemon pepper. It was saucy and had a good flavor while the lemon pepper needed more seasoning. The wings were well done which I like but wasn't very crunchy. The fries were fresh but very plain and bland, same with the clams. The fried pickles were good to me, very crunchy but my husband thought it was too much breading. I'm grateful for the hot fresh food and quick service but flavors need a bit work

Started craving some bbq out of no where and I really didn't want to have my husband drive out to…read moreWalnut Creek for mediocre Sauced. So I went on Yelp and found this new gem! Krisinda was super sweet over the phone. She gave some recs and we ended up getting: - 4 piece combo with sides - chicken Philly cheese steak For starters, the meat is SO TENDER and seasoned. 6 pieces of brisket, 6 rib peices, a thick slab of chicken thigh, and the a hot link. Ribs and chicken were falling off the bone, brisket had a nice little chew, and the hot link was a lil spicyyyy. I was so full half way through! And the sides: mac n cheese, collard greens and potato salad were seasoned nicely. The chicken Philly cheese steak was bomb.com! The bread was soft, chicken seasoned mix and everything paired nicely. Not to mention the amount of French fries! My husband could only eat half! To top it all off, we got home and found that they gave us a butter cake and OMG, my husband and I were fighting over it. Most def need to order more next time. I look forward to trying the cheesy grits and shrimp and the fish and chips next time! The fish and chips sold out right before we called. The sauces are the only thing I would caution spicy eaters from. They weren't spicy at all but the flavor was still good.

1st off Great People , Krisinda and Samo. They make everything themselves…read more I got the Bbq and Serena got the noodles. The Bbq was good, the sides were excellent, the Collard Greens =Outstanding. The Garlic crab noodles were Excellent, Krisinda puts fried garlic pieces on top- very nice. Finished with Fried Oreo's and Twinkie. Oreo's were excellent, preferred them to the Twinkie