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    Ripon Roadhouse

    3.5 (368 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican
    Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Wagyu chimichurri steak
    Sierra N.

    Servers are always incredibly kind, accommodating, and quick, food is always amazing, and we're in an out quick! My go-to is the carne asada tacos, but you truthfully cannot go wrong with anything on the menu. Have been coming here since I was a kid and will keep going forever!

    Garlic fries with EXTRA garlic
    Suzanne A.

    We frequent here at least once a week. The bartender is friendly and knows our order, the servers are attentive, and the food is good. Try the garlic Parmesan wings extra crispy and the garlic fries with extra garlic!

    Lulu H.

    Let me start off with the staff, seriously such kind beautiful people. Thank you Rachel for taking our RSVP! Service was on point! We had a last minute family emergency that caused a change and they accommodated us very kindly. The ambiance is really rustic and cool, very Old Town feel. I ordered the fish tacos and they were delicious!

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    Came here for a party. Good food, good drinks, good service, fun atmosphere, and nice bathroom. Would revisit if ever in this area again.

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    Did was good but selection was limited. I would like to see a more expanded menu selections.

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    Good food and bar. Great salads. Service is great and consistent. Good place for lunch.

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    Food is good service is good but the time for waiting on the food is long. we have to wait for our meals over 20min. price is average .

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    Service was poor. Not friendly or attentive. Hamburger was a frozen patty and the ravioli was Sysco quality. No thank you.

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    Ripon Social

    Ripon Social

    4.1
    (75 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    After going to Ripon Tap House, we headed over to Ripon Social for dessert, cocktails and a little…read moresnack. It was the perfect way to end the night. The vibe was super chill and inviting, especially with the live music playing. It created such a relaxed, fun atmosphere where we could just unwind and keep enjoying our time together. We ended up sharing a pizza, which was actually really good, and paired it with dessert cocktails that hit the spot. Everything felt easy and enjoyable, not rushed at all. The staff was really nice and welcoming, which made the experience even better. The inside has a modern feel to it very clean, stylish, and just a really comfortable space to hang out. What I loved most was the overall energy of the place it felt like a great mix of cozy and lively at the same time. Perfect for winding down, catching up, and just enjoying the moment. Definitely a place I'd come back to for a relaxed night out with good music, drinks, and bites

    I'm always up to trying new restaurants and when we were invited here, I was pleasantly surprised…read more I hadn't heard about this restaurant. There are a few restaurants that share the parking so there is very limited parking. We had to go around twice to find a parking spot. We had reservations and were sat promptly. They had live music playing in the background, which is nice. We couldn't see it so I didn't know where they were at. It is designed in a circular way where the bar is in the middle so you cannot see across. We were greeted by our server and he was very attentive. He gave us some great recommendations and he was very pleasant. We started with the fig bruschetta and that was a 10 out of 10. It had little bacon bits on top which added a layer of flavor. We also had the spinach and artichoke crab dip, which was 10 out of 10. We added extra crostinis which is recommended. For a drink, I had the Cosmo, which was nice and refreshing. I also had a taste of the Old Glory and that was a nice refreshing twist on the old-fashioned, which was recommended by our server. I had the Calabrian Chile Shrimp Scampi over pappardelle pasta and it was the 10 out of 10. The layers of flavor with the capers, lemon, bacon and spice was perfect! I tried a piece of the crusted halibut, which was very moist and flavorful as well as the salmon. All was great on flavor. For dessert we had the brownie with vanilla ice cream, which is a huge brownie. I would say it's good for four people. I also tried the apple pie cheesecake which was very good and the mixed berry crumble that tasted fresh. I ordered an espresso martini to try it and it looked a little messy on the glass. As for taste, I felt like the Vodka drowned out the espresso notes. 6/10 As mentioned, our server was very friendly and attentive however he did fail to bring ice water when requested, but overall great experience .

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    Mezcaloma
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    Happy Hour Menu
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    Mike's Grillhouse

    Mike's Grillhouse

    4.3
    (1k reviews)
    4.1 mi
    $$

    Let's start with the negatives... First time we attempted to come by they were closed. So we had to…read morewait to try Mike's Grillhouse. Staff was super friendly, went out of their way to make sure the tables were tidy, and refilled drinks really quick. The restaurant is smaller than you expect it to be, but it is cozy, friendly, and not overly loud. We only had a 10 minute wait when we arrived and they were packed. Our waiter Kyle was on point, introduced himself and dropped the special of the day with gusto. If I hadn't already had a ton of carbs for the day I would have gone with it. Ended up ordering the scallops, and fried zucchini appetizers. Scallops are served almost like a soup. The sauce in the bowl was to die for. I'm thinking white wine, and lemon were the major components. It was phenomenal. Fried zucchini was super tasty and is coming home with us. I'd swear it was enough to feed 4 people. For mains, we ordered pot roast and fettuccine Alfredo with chicken. Wife loved the pasta and chicken. Surprisingly enough she ate it all, none to go which is super rare for her. Pot roast was fantastic. Mashed potatoes were on point, the mixed vegetables were amazing. When you get broccoli and carrots on the same plate and neither have a mushy texture it makes me happy Will definitely be back again in the future.

    I had to go to Kaiser so on the way home we saw this restaurant. From the outside it looks big but…read morewhen you get inside, it is a quaint place. The noise is a little high but not too bad. You can hear the music they are playing. Our server, Kyle, came out to let us know the special. He put our appetizers in before even thinking about our food. They were spaced out just right. He was also Johnny on the spot with refills and kept checking on us. Ok now onto the food. It was delicious! Hubby had scallops as an appetizer and pot roast for his main dish. I had fried zucchini and then fettuccine Alfredo with chicken. I like my chicken on the side so I only add what I want. This place is just down from the freeway exit and is only open for lunch & dinner. If you are passing through Modesto, get off and come eat some good food. It is totally worth it!

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    Cherub bites that are absolutely amazing
    Cherub bites that are absolutely amazing
    Everything was good!

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    Everything was good!
    The Grizzly Bite

    The Grizzly Bite

    3.7
    (3 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    $21 for a basic (and just okay) burger and fries, no drink from the food truck. Wild.read more

    We first tried The Grizzly Bite in March 2025 at the Ripon Taphouse…read more We hadn't tried them before and were very excited to do so. They were yet on Yelp so I guess I'm the first review! Immediately, you notice the food truck is nicely decorated and visually appealing, the Grizzly bear featured very prominently. The name of the place doesn't give away the food, so for anyone wondering, they do burgers, chicken tenders, and chicken sandwiches. They also have the word Burgers visible on the outside of the truck. We were first in line and our order was promptly taken and the workers were all very friendly and seemed genuinely excited to greet and serve me. I opted for the double grizzly bite and I asked for jalapeños on it. It was a good choice! Very delicious and extremely filling, you won't be disappointed. Huge burger. I also enjoyed the side of fries, but for an additional $3, not sure that I enjoyed them well enough to justify the extra $3, for something that's normally included. Quick suggestion there: offer an optional seasoning or something that makes the fries pop and I think they would go a lot further! My wife ordered the chicken tenders with fries. She got 4 tenders and said they had great flavor and the fries were good. We had to ask for ranch on the side, but there were no issues there! All in all, 5/5 stars. Will definitely try them again!

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    The Grizzly Bite food truck
    The Grizzly Bite food truck
    Double Grizzly Bite with Jalapeños and side of Fries.
    Double Grizzly Bite with Jalapeños and side of Fries.
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    The Grizzly Bite menu.
    Ernie's Food & Spirits

    Ernie's Food & Spirits

    4.3
    (492 reviews)
    7.4 mi
    $$$$

    This was my boyfriend & I's third time going to Ernie's to celebrate our anniversary. We found this…read moreplace on a whim a couple years ago. A hole in the wall - a hidden gem - it is just that. Everything we have had from the restaurant has been 10/10. The service also happens to be exceptional. I can't express it enough, please come and support this business and restaurant. You'll be addicted like us and keep coming back for more.

    This review is long overdue. I came here earlier this year for a birthday dinner, and while I…read moreenjoyed the evening, the food just didn't leave much of an impression. The restaurant is connected to (or at least shares a building with) the casino, so parking can be a little tricky. Most of the lot was full when we arrived, and I ended up parking on the street. Inside, it's really cute. They have a great wine display right when you walk in, a cozy dining area, and a small outdoor patio that looked like a nice spot to sit. Service was good. Nothing over the top, but friendly and exactly what you'd expect. The menu sounded fantastic, which made me really excited. We ordered oysters, lobster bisque, filet mignon, scallop pasta, lobster mac and cheese, and I had an Old Fashioned. The oysters and bisque were both okay, the filet and pasta were decent, but honestly nothing really stood out. The biggest disappointment was the lobster mac and cheese. If you love lobster mac like I do and always order it when it's on the menu, I'd skip this one. It wasn't really mac and cheese at all. The sauce didn't taste cheesy, the presentation wasn't appealing, and it ended up being one of my least favorite versions I've had. Overall, it's a nice restaurant with a good atmosphere, but the food just didn't wow me. If someone invited me back for another celebration, I'd happily go. It just wouldn't be my first choice if I were picking the restaurant myself.

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    Dining area but we are seated in a booth
    Dining area but we are seated in a booth
    Pan-seared scallops with truffle pasta (menu replacement)
    Pan-seared scallops with truffle pasta (menu replacement)
    So old but so new

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    Primos Restaurant And Tequila Bar

    Primos Restaurant And Tequila Bar

    4.2
    (277 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    Excellent food (try the pescado tacos). Chips and salsa -…read moreawesome. Excellent service. The place was spotless. The staff were very friendly. I highly recommend!!

    Someone told me this place was good so I had to try it . The outside and inside is very nice and…read moreclean. Inside it's not your typical taqueria it has a full bar it's also very spacious. The inside is very classy chic with a Mexican twist . I went during the week so it was happy hour . Their happy hour is pretty sweet ! It's from Monday - Friday 4-6 pm, Dine-In Only . They offered $10 drinks and also $10 appetizers. I ended up getting their tacos de papa from their happy hour, which is two tacos, but they are very fulfilling. They're very delicious and I did not see them in the regular menu so if you go during happy hour, it's definitely a must try. I also ordered Jesse's favorite, which is a Chile that looks like a chille relleno, but it's not instead of the egg it has a cream sauce on top and inside it has ground beef . My dad ordered the fajitas which they came with a side of cilantro rice and beans and also all the fixings like guacamole and stuff. Let me tell you the fajitas meal was huge. You could definitely share it with somebody else. I have to say their portions are very generous. For drinks they have beers margaritas my mother had a Chavela, which is beer with lime. I'm not a big tequila fan, but they do have a full bar so I just changed the dirty linen drink for Gin instead of tequila and it was very delicious . The service everyone was really nice and attentive. Overall, we had a great dinner my family and I we had a lot of food and a lot of good laughs. I would definitely come back. I have to say I love their tacos de Papa and for them being on happy hour it's a win-win.

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    Bar at Primos on September 7, 2023
    Bar at Primos on September 7, 2023
    Sides that  come with the fajitas
    Sides that come with the fajitas
    Corn dip

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    Corn dip

    Ripon Roadhouse - tradamerican - Updated July 2026

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