Good lunch spot with friend! Top notch complimentary house made Focaccia with lemon olive oil &…read morebalsamic vinegar bread dip. And one of the best crab melt sandwiches with choice of a fresh house salad or tater tots. Attentive staff. We never felt rushed and were treated well. I will be back for an evening meal on either Thursday, Friday or Saturday to listen to live music.

Another solid spot in Martinez…read more I came here to lunch with my wifey and we definitely had a good experience. Service was great. It was very slow the day we went so that helped. I went and ordered the Crab Melt that seems popular and it didn't disappoint. I really enjoyed the amount of crab they out in the sandwich along with the perfectly toasted bread. My wife also got a soup that I forget the name of but also was delicious. I definitely wanna come back and try them for dinner. Wifey says they have live music on Fridays.

Came to JPs for brunch and was happy with so many things about this place. The service was quick…read moreand friendly even with a table of 9! We got our food very fast and it was hot and good! I ordered the pecan waffle and love that I can get this as a combo - oftentimes you can only get the waffle and have to add sides which gets costly. My sons got chocolate chip pancakes and a crispy chicken sandwich - both loved theri food. We were checked on a couple times and felt seen. You pay at the counter which is different but works. I will definitely be back to try lunch or dinner.

It's not always easy anymore finding a good restaurant serving a varied menu at reasonable prices…read more Seems like most places cater to specific tastes: Mexican, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, etc. But JP's is the exception. It's cozy and generally quiet (despite the big breakfast and lunch crowds), with plenty of good food in every category. Service is always splendid, with a friendly, helpful staff. And it's open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, which is another exception and helps a lot, too. The breakfast and lunch items are particularly good, with practically any kind of breakfast food or lunch sandwich you can name. The only drawback is the dinner menu, which is somewhat limited. I suspect this is of necessity, with breakfast and lunch crowds being much bigger, what with work nearby from the county and such. Nevertheless, everything on the menu is cooked to perfection, so try the dinners, too, and you won't be disappointed.

Man this place is FIRE! They got hella good pizza and they even got a buffet during lunch time …read more The pizza was delicious and feasibly priced . The salad was fresh too. The owner, Gill, was super friendly to us and made us feel welcomed. Definitely recommend if you're in Martinez getting grub.

This is a definite no if you want a good solid pizza or cheesesteaks…read more I'll start by saying the service was nice, the woman was friendly. The east coast pizza looked soooo good in pictures and once it was in front of us but as soon as my son picked up a slice, all the toppings slipped right off of the very limp pizza. It ended up being a mess for the kids and myself scooping the cheese back onto the slices. We love thin crust pizza but they missed the mark somehow. Dough not cooked all the way? I'm not entirely sure but it was super messy which sucked because the flavor wasn't bad at all, although quite greasy. The cheesesteak my husband got was dry and lacked flavor. It's just American cheese on a roll with sliced steak. Where's the juicy flavorful cheesesteak everyone knows and loves? Edible, sure but I would not recommend to anyone. It was no good to us. Seems they need to adjust some of their recipes to make it worth going back.

I love Kinder's…read more Everything about this place is amazing. Imagine growing up and loving their BBQ spot from one of their tiny locations, to buying their rubs and seasonings in a whole other part of the state. They've built loyalty on the backs of great people and amazing food. i will always have a special place in my heart for Kinder's!

So far Kinder's is my go to place when I feel like eating bbq. I go with the famous ball tip…read moresandwich combo or one of the protein bowls. I'm not usually a fan of sweet potatoes but when I had them from here I thought they were good and would order them again. I wasn't a big fan of their regular fries, but it could be that I had them when they weren't as fresh. Either way I, I've told my sister about this place and will be bringing her by.

Havana catered our baby shower. We ordered lechon, plantain crusted chicken, mac n cheese, corn…read moresaute and the mango spinach salad. Everything was delicious. It fed our crowd to satisfaction with plenty of leftovers! They delivered on time. Communication with staff was professional. They provide consistent high quality service and hard to beat prices. Highly recommend!

I used Havana Catering for the first time for my baby shower this past weekend and had a really…read moregreat experience. I had heard of them before because a friend used them for their wedding, and since I plan events for a living, I've worked with a lot of caterers. For my own event though, price mattered a lot, but I still wanted really good food. After reaching out to a bunch of places, I went with Havana because I had tried their food before and their pricing was very reasonable. We ordered full trays of adobo chicken, lechon roasted pork, crispy tofu, paella, sofrito rice, black beans, corn, poblano mac and cheese, and plantains. I did bring in one dish from another restaurant, Jamaican oxtail, just because I know my guests are big foodies. The biggest hits from Havana were definitely the poblano mac and cheese, lechon, and the paella. Honestly, the mac and cheese was the standout. Everyone kept going back for it and I wish I had ordered an extra tray. What really stood out to me though was the delivery experience. The driver called me ahead of time, brought everything in, and set it all up. He opened the trays with gloves, added sauces, arranged everything nicely, and even put out utensils and labels. I've had plenty of catering deliveries before and this was easily one of the best. He was just genuinely kind and went above and beyond, and it made a big difference. Overall, everything went smoothly, the food was great, and I would definitely order from them again.

I am chinese. Chinese food has many different categories. Amongst this category of cuinese food…read morethis place does a good job. Food is flavorful and delicious. For example the hot and sour soup they added green onions which balanced the flavor well. Food is just a tad pricy. But honestly when these places are a dime a dozen, finding a good one is nice!

Winner winner , Mongolian beef dinner !…read more This is a great find. Old school Chinese done Well. Not a fancy spot but clean and a super Busy take out business was going on. Prices Were reasonable and big portions for the food. Service was friendly and fast. The waitress made some good recommendations too. We like to try lots of stuff so we ordered enough to have a second dinner tomorrow The reason 5 stars...drum roll....Flavor Bomb! It was sooo good!

Parking was easy Great area to explore…read more Food was delicious and plenty for leftovers The service was spot on Nice music in the back ground Definitely going back!

Came here coming back from Napa and was hungry so decided to check out with fairly good reviews…read more Got the avocado roll and it was very fresh with so much veggies and delicious sauce. Bf ordered the lemongrass thai fried rice, he liked it said it was balanced not too powerful, light but flavorful. I was a bit confused trying to figure out what kind of fried rice it was bc not traditional thai fried rice. Had some yellow curry and raisins and cashews and beef. It wasnt bad. I ordered the pad thai chicken. It was okay, not the best but okay, something in the flavor was a little off but not too much. Overall this is a small city Martinez so understandable. Prices were cheaper than south bay.

We checked in before arriving using Yelp check-in and were sat right away. It took awhile for the…read morewaitress to come by - assume we missed a big crowd. The busser was really on top of things, we observed. We ordered the bowl of oats x2, skirt steak & eggs x2, and an ube pancake. Sadly they were out of tater tots today - we love their tater tots so we were sad about that but their fries were good. The owner was going around checking on things and thanking all the tables, which was nice. We've been here often and never met her before. We love Vic's and will keep coming by whenever we get the chance.

Vic's has been on my "To-try" list for a long time. Ever since they opened several years ago, I…read morehave heard nothing but praises from different people, including my friend and fellow Elite David A. For his birthday this year, our friend Sarah and I decided to treat him to dinner here on 07/03/2024. Sarah and I arrived simultaneously at 5:30pm. Since the temperature was 105F, we had zero interest in sitting outside. Upon entering, we were immediately greeted by the staff, and they seated us at a table near the entrance. The interior was cozy, and the vibe was a mix of coffee shop, old school tavern, and neighborhood bistro. Not sure if that's what they were going for, but it definitely worked. Once David arrived, our server came by to take our drink and appetizer order. For appetizer, we shared an order of Four Cheese Garlic Bread. If you like bread and cheese, make sure you get this. Half a dozen slices of perfectly toasted buttered ciabatta bread topped with several types of melted cheese. Very delicious. For entrée, I had the Chicken Parm Pasta, while Sarah and David had the Chopped Cobb and Pollo Provencal respectively. My dish was a good size piece of double battered chicken breast served on top of a bed of garlic pasta and spinach, topped with marinara sauce and melted cheeses. What I liked the most was when you take away the sauce, cheeses, and breading, I could really taste the chicken. I tried a piece of the Pollo Provencal and it was excellent as well. Service we received was exceptional. The staff were welcoming, friendly, and attentive. Our server checked on us several times during the meal and she took care of our requests with great efficiency. Based on this experience, their high rating is well justified in my opinion. The food, service, and atmosphere are top-notch for a small neighborhood restaurant. I know Martinez is a bit far for some, but it's definitely worth a visit when and if you are in the area. 5 stars. BONUS MATERIAL: - Small private parking lot on site. - Split check option available.

Service was delightful, as the whole staff was friendly, polite and courteous…read more My daughter said their potstickers were the biggest she has ever seen and they truly were gigantic. We also ordered the turnip cakes, shu mai, chicken feet, honey walnut shrimp, and sticky rice in lotus leaf (which they did not cheap out on and loaded it with Chinese sausage and salted egg, which most places leave out). Believe it or not, the highlight of our meal was their water. Their water has a clean, refreshing, lemony essence to it, so it just goes to show you how much they value attention to details.

Walk down Martinez's Main Street, and you'll find Aberdeen Café, a cozy restaurant offering…read moreCantonese dim sum classics (shu mai, ha gow, cha siu bao, lo mai gai, and more) and entrees. Whether you're in town for jury duty, work, or play, here is a good lunch spot. I walked into Aberdeen Café during the lunch hour. Booths lined the wall on one side, and the bar was on the other. Korean pop music played softly while other customers ate lunch. I was seated at the booth and was served a glass of water to start. I got the #2015 Salt and Pepper Fish Filet lunch special with hot and sour soup of the day, egg roll, and substituted-in fried rice. I was served the hot and sour soup first. It was a wonderful appetizer. The classic spicy pepper and sour vinegar were balanced. The bits of crunchy mushroom and soft tofu added interest and texture to the thick broth. This was comfort in a bowl. The entree was delicious. The fried fish was hot off the wok when it arrived, steaming on the plate along with fried rice, broccoli, an egg roll, and some sweet and sour sauce. I enjoyed the fish; the heat of the jalapeno slices and the salt elevated the light crispiness and mild sweetness of the fish. The fried rice was light and fluffy with bits of egg. The sauteed broccoli had a solid crunch, and the vegetable egg roll was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. This was a good, satisfying lunch at Aberdeen Café. When I'm in the mood for comforting Cantonese food again, I'll be back for more.

I don't say this lightly, but this spot seriously blew me away. The lentil soup? Absolutely…read moreincredible -- it instantly took me back to the kind of homemade comfort food my mom used to make. Rich, warm, and full of flavor in the best way. Everything here feels like it's made with care. The pita bread is unbelievably soft and fresh -- the kind you could honestly eat on its own and still be happy. And the rest of the menu? If it's anything like what I tried, I'm convinced it's all 10/10. Hands down some of the best Mediterranean food I've had in the Bay Area, especially in the East Bay. I'm honestly so happy I live nearby in Concord because this is about to become a regular spot for me in martinez . Already looking forward to going back and trying more!

I like Troy. I always order the gyro plate and although I usually prefer the gyro meat to be…read moreshaved, I do enjoy theirs which is more in larger strips. It tastes really good too. The sides are very good - the Greek salad and vegetables. My wife really likes their food and usually orders the vegetarian plater or chicken souvlaki. The hummus appetizer is very good too. The restaurant has a good amount of space and is nicely decorated. The service has been great when we dine in. We get takeout as well and it has worked out well.