Very very underrated place in Porterville! Food was super…read morecost effective and good! They have a really good lunch special for $16 you can choose (2) a pasta, salad or sandwich. It is very cute inside and nice for brunch! They also have party rooms to rent for work or fun. Definitely coming back and would definitely recommend for locals. Service was timely and the server Yvette was super attentive and friendly. Overall 8/10 :)

Ambience - 8 Food - 6…read moreService - 1 We were literally the only ones in there for lunch, yet the attentiveness of the staff lacked. Once they did take our order, took forever to arrive. I get it, food is made to order, but I couldn't imagine if it had been busy. Once the food arrived (we ordered off the full menu), meals were small yet decent. One comment was "three could've been more than 4 prawns on the pasta", and my chicken caprese sandwich was flavorless. The salmon plate was mostly mashed potatoes.

5 stars! Flawless!…read moreToday is my birthday! We had a perfect table on the rooftop patio, perfect drinks, amazing food, attentive staff and a wonderful server, Ashley!

We had a great experience celebrating my college graduation here. Daisy was our server and she…read morestruck the perfect balance, attentive and friendly without constantly checking in or interrupting the meal. They had a special featuring three gin drinks and every one we tried was phenomenal. My favorite was the Flower Power, but the Nekocha was absolutely amazing. We started with the baked feta and Kalamata olive tapenade, which was rich, creamy, and delicious. For entrées, the NY strip was cooked perfectly and paired beautifully with the red wine reduction. The roasted chicken was incredibly moist and complemented well by the sautéed spinach and shiitake mushrooms. The sunset view made the evening even better. We were so full we had to skip the celebration dessert, which says a lot because we definitely would have ordered one otherwise! If you're looking for a place that feels a little elevated and don't mind spending a bit more for a relaxed dining experience and excellent food, this is definitely worth a visit.

After my subpar experience at The Palace, I was looking for a new place to have dinner with friends…read morewhile in Porterville. Hoping for a place with good drinks and great food. One of them suggested we try Don Vinos as they have a decent bar area. We went on Friday evening and it wasn't a little busy but not so much that it was obnoxious. Also, even though it was busy, our waitress was on it. As soon as we sat down, she brought over menus and took our drink orders. When I asked about what kind of margaritas they had, she informed me which ones were made with fresh in-house squeezed juice. They all sounded amazing but I opted for the standard with fresh squeezed lemon/lime juice. Our drinks were brought to us not 5 minutes later and then we gave our orders. We ordered the chips and guacamole as an appetizer for the table. It was brought out shortly after we ordered it and was a good portion for 4 people. However, I just wish the guac had more salt as it was a bit bland. For an entree, I opted for the Chili Verde Pizza, which seemed to be the perfect item from this place (an Italian themed restaurant with several Mexican dishes). And, oh man...was this amazing. They use the chili verde sauce as the sauce for the pizza, which is brilliant. Also, the pork had just enough spice. All of my friends and I enjoyed our entrees except for one: A friend of mine had ordered the Fettuccini Alfredo he had on a previous trip to Don Vino's but told me that the new preparation was different from his last time having the dish and it was not as great as before. Other than that, we all finished our dishes and were satisfied. I definitely recommend Don Vino's as a must go in Porterville. The only things keeping me from giving it a 5-star review were the guac being a bit bland and the consistency of dishes being a bit off for my friend. Also, if you don't like super loud restaurants, this might be a skip as the acoustics in there are loud. Other than that, the servers are attentive, the drinks are delicious, and the food is good.

We stopped in for dinner. I ordered the salmon with penne. My husband ordered the Wagyu burger with…read moreParmesan fries. I wanted to start with the lobster bisque but there was confusion whether they had enough or the provisions were not received from the night before, etc. so we opted for the minestrone soup. It was good. The salmon was cooked the way I like it. My husband said his burger met his standards. The bill came to about 80.00 which is pricey, with tip $100.00 wine included, two glasses. The prime rib was priced at 47.00, probably the most expensive thing on the menu. Overall it was a fair eating experience.

The Vintage Press is an example of what restaurant can be, when the owner cares enough to put…read moreeffort into what they own. Walk in and be swept away to old Hollywood glamour with white linen table clothes and service personnel that take pride in the way they look and the way they do their jobs. The food is just as manicured, ready to be photographed. AMBIENCE: 5 SERVICE: 5 PRESENTATION: 5 FOOD: 4 PRICE: 4 Why the 4 stars? The food is really good... but you can definitely go through the menu quickly. I understand the concept of having a small menu but I wish the menu was changed occasionally (maybe it is and I don't know it). And the price is a little steep.... Just a little...

I've been to Vintage Press for both brunch and dinner, and it's honestly one of my go-to spots when…read moreI want something a little more elevated in the Tulare/Visalia area, there really aren't a ton of "fancy" options around here, so this place stands out. For brunch, I ordered the steak and potatoes, and it was sooo good. Everything was cooked really well and had great flavor, definitely felt like a more upscale brunch compared to your typical spots. One of my favorite parts though is the pastries they bring out -- such a nice touch and always super good. I also tried their cappuccino and it was just okay, nothing amazing but not bad either. The service here is always amazing, which honestly makes such a difference. I think the brunch is better than dinner, oops hot take! But everyone is super attentive and welcoming, and the atmosphere feels classy but still comfortable. Definitely a solid spot for a nicer brunch or dinner, I'll for sure keep coming back.

They were very accommodating to our party of five that did not have a reservation. As a service…read moreindustry worker, I understand that we got lucky when we were moved from a beautiful patio table to an inside table. So I will definitely recommend making a reservation. All of the appetizers and cocktails that we tried were excellent! Each of our meals were unique and we enjoyed sharing the generous portions. Our experience concluded with the crème brûlée and the three layer pistachio cake. Yum!! Such a perfect cherry on top! We will definitely be back to try different items on the menu. For a fairly new restaurant, I am impressed and I am looking forward to returning soon.

This is a special restaurant. Having read some of the mixed reviews, I wasn't sure what to expect…read more I was looking for a good steak and a nice wine list. At The Ranch, I wasn't disappointed. I sat at the bar, which was finished this evening for its first opening. I could smell the scent of fresh varnish as I sat alone at a long marble bar attended by two enthusiastic employees, Cameron, my server, and Katie, my bartender. I ordered the 10 oz. steak and the brussels sprout side, which were both excellent. I also enjoyed a glass of Sandhi Chardonnay and Banshee Pinot Noir. I appreciated the restaurant's by-the-glass options that are different from what I find listed at other similar establishments. The restaurant was packed and very lively. The owner, James, came out to say hello and share his story about the business, which I learned opened within the last 9 months. They roast their own coffee beans for a variety of after dinner selections. Truly, an impressive effort by a local restaurant to offer a unique and elevated dining experience. I was here on business travel and intend to visit again. Highly recommended.

Got there on Friday night @5:30 and we were seated right away, no wait. Beautiful place tucked away…read morebehind a garden with outdoor seating. We sat inside by a window and were instantly greeted by our cheerful waiter. He asked if we wanted some bread and anything to drink. We ordered a couple specialty cocktails and he brought them with some nice toasted sourdough bread. We kept it simple tonight with a warm Brie and fig jam appetizer, followed by a wedge salad and French onion soup. Everything was delicious and well timed on delivery. The chef came by to make sure we were satisfied, very nice touch! We will be back to try some of the amazing maid dishes we saw being delivered at the tables nearby.

Love this placed for lunch. I ordered macaroni and cheese with Shrimp Caesar Salad…read more The chef even came out to check on the table and food. This place is always tidy and kept well. Aside from lunch time, I also recommend their Sunday brunch. The best French toast ever

Cyn and I went in Friday night and caught some of the Karaoke. Some really good singers. We found…read moreout there was going to be a potluck for Super Bowl. They do serve food there, but surely not gratis for a whole bar on Super Bowl. WRONG. They put out tri tip and baby backs. There was chili, and there was a sweet and spicy baked bean crock pot ! Super Bowl potlucks are one of the greatest amalgamations known to man. You not only learn about people and how they cook, but where they got an O.G. potato salad recipe. The mac n cheese, mac salad and the rest had us 's'macking our lips. As a Chef ( half ass cook wanna be ) I really enjoy finding out about great things like adding heat to sweet baked beans and things my waist line should have never found out about...those almond joy bar cookie nests were pure heaven. The Kernville Saloon is, and always will be, a stop for us. It's always a good time. The staff has always been friendly. Thank you for a great weekend, g and c

Drop by to have some Refreshment and Repose... they were about to close but the owner... Sir Jim…read moreGordon and his wife Mrs. Jerri ...open the saloon for us... thank you for the warm hospitality Sir Jim Gordon....and had a wonderful memorable experience... A real old town saloon...highly recommended to pay a visit if you are in Kernville...

First time dining at braised kitchen and we cannot wait to go back. Reservations for 7:30pm…read more Arrived and were greeted and seated immediately. The host was an absolute delight. You can absolutely tell when someone takes pride in their job especially being the first one customers see. We were seated next to the kitchen window which was a bonus for me. The restaurants atmosphere it's basically a high end farmhouse chic. Very cozy, but very nice. The restaurant and the bathrooms were spotless. Our server was amazing and we never went without anything. Checked on us frequently. We started off with the surf and turf. It was lovely. I feel it could have used more glaze.for entree I ordered the short rib with hatch chile polenta and my husband ordered the ribeye with the Yukon mash Both were excellent. I have been thinking about the short rib and polenta all day today. For dessert we had the apple cobbler and and espresso tini. The cobbler was so delicious. The espresso tini was not my favorite. It was very watery. We will definitely be back.

Came here to celebrate our anniversary and enjoyed a lovely dinner. The space was very cute inside…read moreand truly felt like home. The food was delicious--compliments to the cooks for such wonderful, tasty dishes. The service was good, though there was room for improvement. Our drinks weren't topped off as often as expected, and I had to wait a while for more water. When I ordered another drink, it also took some time to arrive. Overall, we had a nice experience and the food really stood out. I'm looking forward to coming back to try brunch.

Service was good food was delicious I had chili Rellenos best I've had in a local restaurant, they…read morebring you homemade tortillas to start with whipped butter absolutely fire ! Definitely going back

I hope we caught them on a bad night, and this isn't the beginning of the end for Cali Brews…read more Where to begin?! Just before 6:00 on a Saturday evening. They were out of everything! It became comical. Coca de botella? None. Tried ordering a mixed drink and they didn't have the watermelon syrup needed for the drink. We had to settle for water. Ordered a guacamole and flautas as appetizers. Both were lacking so much! We fixed it with lemon & salt. But they weren't amazing. Chicken in the flautas was bland. Moving on to our entrees: Chiles Rellenos OUT OF THAT. Posole? "THATS A SEASONAL ITEM", I finally asked "what do you have?!" Finally settled on chile verde and camarones... The chile verde was not like it has been in the past. Missing the deep rich color and flavor and the pork was almost, shredded? We don't come often but where is the consistency? I wish their business well, I just hope this was a bad night.

Been coming a few years (I'm from LA but constantly visit Kernville...a long time)…read more Staff is friendly, the menu is very home bbq/diner-esque. The view is fantastic, and the beers are good (my husband says---he's the beer guy!) They have coloring menu for little kids, and good size portions for them too. Would suggest for visitors (and locals who haven't gotten around to it!)

We went here passing through two times over our weekend. Both times it was a great experience. The…read morecustomer service was very nice. The first time, unfortunately, we were in a hurry and the waiter made sure we were able to get out in a timely manner which we really appreciated. We experienced both the patio and the inside and both were quite comfortable. It's nice being able to see the scenery out on the patio. The food was what you would expect at a brewery, very good and filling. The cheeseburger with the blue cheese crumbles was my favorite. The pulled pork sandwich was my daughter's favorite. We will be back if we are in the area again.