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Ernie's Food & Spirits

Name: Ernie's Food & Spirits
Address: 1351 North Main Street, Manteca, CA, United States, 95336
Telephone: (209) 239-3351
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

610 Reviews

$50 and over

Steakhouse

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Ernie’s Food & Spirits
The crossroads of cultivation, connection, and creativity. We strive to connect our craft of creating unique, locally inspired, and seasonally curated food with emotionally invested service.
The relationships we have created with local farmers, cultivators, brewers, and distillers, share the core ideals of our emotional investment. We are proud of our centralized location with seven major highways or interstate routes within twenty minutes of our front door. As we conceived our identity, we became fond of connecting our guests to the highest quality food and beverage our area had to offer. We have diligently partnered with local farmers to raise our own plots of fruits and vegetables, cheese makers to provide farmstead cheese, distillers who utilize the bounty around us, and brewers that strive to create the highest quality crafted product as we do in our restaurant. We look forward to connecting you to our ideals.

Thank you,
The Ernie's Family

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 6, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Californian, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(209) 239-3351
Website
http://www.erniesfs.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Fidel Miranda
Private party contact
Kim Stone General Manager: (209) 239-3351

Location
1351 North Main Street, Manteca, CA 95336
Neighborhood
Manteca
Cross street
Northgate Avenue
Parking details
Private Parking Lot includes Security camera's and Security Guards on Duty, shared parking with Casino Real.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Marin Gem Oysters on the 1/2
Local Oysters Dressed with Frog Hollow Farms Peach Mignonette, cucumber, micro cilantro
- (6)$24.00
- (12)$42.00
Seafood Platter$110.00
6 Local Oysters, 4oz Alaskan King crab leg, 8 Mussels, Ora' King Salmon Belly Crudo, 4 Poached Wild shrimp Cocktail, Hot Sauce, Remoulade, & Mignonette
Alaskan King Crab Let$75.00
1/2lb Chili Lime Glazed, Micro Cilantro
Crab Cake*$38.00
Coconut Cream and Lemongrass Marinated Crab, Roasted Pepper Emulsion, Kiwi Chutney
Baked Brie$18.00
Cowgirl Creamery Mt. Tam Triple Cream, Foraged Pacific Coast Huckleberry Jam, Dressed Mushrooms, Local Honey, Crostini
Beef Tartare**$22.00
Filet Mignon, Black Truffle, White Shoyu, Jalapeno Emulsion, Chili Aioli, Grilled Baguette
Seared Scallops$32.00
Bristol Bay Scallops, Local Plum Sauce, Pickled Carrot, Microgreens

Soup & Salads

French Onion Soup$16.00
Local Onions, Pt. Reyes Toma, Focaccia
Roasted Red Pepper Soup$15.00
Local Red Pepper, Crème Fraiche Drizzle, Basil Pesto
Ernie's Caesar$17.00
Romain Lettuce, Fiscalini Cheddar, Garlic Chips, Crispy Prosciutto, Spanish Anchovy
Fall Salad$16.00
Mixed Greens, Local Apple, Roasted Squash, Shaved Fiscalini Cheddar, Golden Beet, Candied Pecans, Plum Vinagrette
Baby Iceberg Wedge$16.00
Pt.Reyes Farmstead Blue Cheese Dressing, 9-Minute Egg, Neuske Bacon Lardon, Local Tomato, Radish, and Chive

Large Plates

Au Poivre Prime Burger$28.00
10oz - House Ground, Fiscallini Farms Old World Cheddar, Peppercorn Aioli, Heirloom Tomato, Arugula, Pickled Shallot, B-2 Steak Sauce, Herb Fries
Mary's 1/2 Chicken$44.00
Herb Roasted Mary's Free Range Chicken, Served Over Fiscalini Cheddar & Bacon Mashed Potatoes and Seasonal Vegtables, Finished With Roasted Chicken Jus
Ora' King Salmon$58.00
Sesame Seared, Crab Fried Rice, Pear, Apple, Yuzu, Roasted Carrot, Citrus Soy Glaze, Garlic Chili Aioli
Bristol Bay Scallops$58.00
Pan-Seared U-8 Bristol Bay Scallops, Almond Rice Pilaf, Tomato Caper Tapenade, Meyer Lemon, Buerre Blanc
Crab Risotto$64.00
Crab, Local English Pea, Meyer Lemon, Garden Chives, Brentwood Corn Puree
Mushroom Risotto$48.00
Roasted mushrooms, Foraged Burgundy Truffles, Bay Blue Cheese, Cipollini Onion Arugula Salad

Steaks & Chops

Served à la carte with Smoked salt, Maldon salt, Maître d' butter & an Arugula Garnish. Choice of: Chimichurri, Creamed Horseradish, Béarnaise, B-2 steak sauce. Additions: Cabernet reduction, Pt.Reyes Bay Blue

Grilled USDA Prime Certified Angus Beef New York Strip$58.00
Greater Omaha, Nebraska - 12oz
Grilled USDA Prime Certified Angus Beef Ribeye$68.00
Greater Omaha, Nebraska - 14oz
Pan Roasted Certified Angus Beef Prime Filet Mignon$78.00
Greater Omaha, Nebraska - 8oz
Holstein$84.00
28 - Day Dry-Aged USDA Prime Ribeye Flannery Beef, Petaluma California - 12oz
Wagyu$88.00
Wylarah Pute Breed Wagyu Filet Mignon Queensland, Australia (BMS 10) - 6oz
Roasted Superior Farms Rack of Lamb$76.00
Spiced Huckleberry Compote, Mint Chimichurri - 12oz
Grilled Niman Ranch Pork Chop$52.00
Bolinas California Caramelized Pineapple Chutney - 12oz

Sides

Crab Fried Rice$36.00
Crab, Heirloom Carrot, English Pea, Shoyu, Sesame, Sambal, Chive
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$12.00
Garlic Confit, Cracked Pepper, Toma
Truffle Mac & Cheese$16.00
Fresh Pasta, Fiscalini Cheddar, Pt. Reyes Toma, Black Truffle, Toasted Bread Crumbs
Potatoes Au Gratin$14.00
Strauss Cream, Thyme, Toma, Fiscalini Cheddar, Cracked Pepper
Broccolini di Ciccio$16.00
Coke Farms, Local Garlic, Calabrian Chili, Grated
Roasted Heirloom Carrots$12.00
Calabrian Chili and Local Honey Glazed
Bourbon Mushrooms$18.00
Bourbon, Local Butter, Thyme
Creamed Spinach$12.00
Local Spinach, Strauss Cream, Neuske Bacon, Fiscalini Cheddar, Panko crusted
Wild Caught Mexican White Shrimp$18.00
Soy Glaze, Sesame, and Micro Cilantro
Seared Scallops$28.00
Plum Sauce, Jalepeno Emulsion, Microgreens
Local Crabmeat$28.00
Hand-Picked, Butter Dressed - 3oz
King Crab Leg$45.00
Chili Lime Dressed - 4oz

Desserts

Affogato$13.00
Salted Caramel Gelato, vanilla gelato, Disaronno Amaretto, Caramel Sauce, and An Espresso Shot to Pour Over.
Pear Tart$14.00
A Pear Tart In An Almond Shortbread Crust, Topped With Vanilla Gelato and Caramel Sauce.
Chocolate Cake$14.00
Triple Chocolate Cake Served With Vanilla Gelato and Fresh Berries.
Creme Brulee$13.00
Local Crème, Orange Essence, Vanilla, Caramelized Sugar, and Fresh Berries.
Olive Oil Cake$14.00
Topped With Vanilla Chantilly Crème, Fresh Blueberry Coulis, and Mint.

What 610 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Sacramento / Sacramento Valley
Best Service
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley
Great for fine wines
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley
Romantic
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley
Steakhouse
North San Joaquin Valley
Best Overall
North San Joaquin Valley
Best Food
North San Joaquin Valley
Best Service
North San Joaquin Valley
Best Ambiance
North San Joaquin Valley
Best Value
North San Joaquin Valley
Good for business meals
North San Joaquin Valley
Neighborhood gem
North San Joaquin Valley
Good for special occasions

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RobertL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service was excellent had the Salmon and Ribeye steak it was delicious the wait staff were very attentive but as others have said it was a little cool I knew this and should’ve wore a jacket
CM
CherylM
San Joaquin
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2023
overall3food4service5ambience4
Extremely over priced. Drinks were not very good. Brussel sprouts were dry old and terrible. The service was exceptional. Won't be back soon,
TC
TonyC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The atmosphere was wonderful, the service was impeccable, the food was sensational so delicious. For very special occasions would recommend this restaurant very highly. Thank you for making our anniversary very special
KM
KeishaM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Enjoyed my dinner at Ernie’s as usual. Great service, excellent food and good drinks.
S
Sara5
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely place place and great staff for a special evening. The food was amazing.
r
rumors4
San Francisco
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Was very shocked when we received the bill with a $45 corkage fee, that is outrageous. Dewz in Modesto which is just as good as Ernie's prices are right about the same too, they only charge $15 for corkage. We will probably go to Dewz mainly because of the outrageous charge! Yes I would recommend Ernie's but I will also inform friends & family about the corkage fee. Could have ordered a meal for $45.
RW
RussellW
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 4, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
Restaurants today are noisy. Ambient music was too loud. Had to relocate to another table due to loud patrons. Noise drifted in from adjacent bar.
J
Johnniecoble
San Joaquin
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
our waitress was very good. She explained everything in detail. I ordered the wagyu fillet. It was super tender, and very tasty , and cooked just the way I ordered it. I also had as sides, the potatoes, au gratin, and the carrots, and they were both amazing. this is the second time I've eaten at this place and both times the service was great.
MB
MaryanneB
Sacramento
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2023
overall3food5service5ambience5
we really enjoyed ourselves and the service was great!! we had a memorable anniversary.
BB
BobBassett
San Francisco
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
They were closed! Made reservations for Easter dinner two weeks in advance. Get a telephone message stating there was a schedule conflict.
ML
MicheleL
Sacramento
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was my first visit to Ernie's and it was an amazing experience! Our server was great and the food was outstanding.
DH
DavidH
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is the best place in Manteca if you’d like to have a white table cloth experience. Have some class and don’t wear flip flops or a T-shirt. This place is going for the formal experience. Great for a date night out.
MS
MarshaS
San Francisco
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went for a birthday dinner. King salmon for me and ribeye for my husband. Both were excellent
LM
LilMrsP
Orange County
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service absolutely wonderful and the food was amazing. Very fresh food, our server Junior was extremely attentive and the drinks were delicious. Will definitely go back again!
MB
MarioB
Tahoe
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our first time at Ernie’s and the staff and our dining experience was outstanding! Will definitely be coming back!
GB
GrantB
Sacramento
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding restaurant. Service was perfect and food was delicious. Highly recommend for that special occasion.
DH
DavidH
Sacramento
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Good service. Great food. Pricey, but worth it for special occasions.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Joaquin
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great dinner with friends for their birthday. Staff was wonderful food was excellent.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were celebrating my husbands 58 th birthday. We have celebrated many happy occasions at Ernie’s and look forward to many more . Thank you for a great place to go and enjoy good food , wine and service
RS
RobS
Sacramento
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful ambience. Food was outstanding. Service was amazing. Highly recommend.
SF
StevenF
Anchorage
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Simply amazing.. Yet again! Only one criticism, the Lobster Mac this time was more cream forward, and seemed to be lacking cheese, but still tasted delightful!
VS
VictorS
Sacramento
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience4
Amazing in our small town we have such a fine dining facility. White table cloth and ties. Dress the part. Food was great and portions were as expected. Not cheap but if you’re looking for a top notch dining experience this is the closet within an hour. It would nice if they enforced a dress code. We will do it again.
MS
MelissaS
Sacramento
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The birthday martini was delicious . The salmon and added side of garlic mashed potatoes was great. Portions are small but flavors are great . My husband got the steak with side of truffle macaroni and cheese . He loved the steak but not the macaroni and cheese . We will be back . It’s pricy but nice to come on a special occasion . Loved the ambiance .
SF
StevenF
Anchorage
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Simply the best sit down, upscale dining experience Manteca has to offer!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The chef and servers ushered in a fantastic anniversary for my husband and I. Simply superb!!!
RA
RichardA
Sacramento
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is my 3rd meal at Ernie's. There is nothing in the area that compares to this. The quality of the food and the service is not to be found anywhere else. Each meal is prepared with the utmost quality and detail. The flavors are amazing. If you're looking for an up scale dinner, this is your place.
MM
MikeMc
Hawaii
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We selected the rack of lamb and salmon. Both dishes were superbly prepared, beautifully presented and cooked just right. The crab fried rice and glazed carrots side dishes were fantastic, as usual. Our server, Junior, was attentive and professional. We intend to go back soon.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Sacramento
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and always great customer service!
d
debidoright
Central Coast
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It has always been our go to for special occasions because it is fine dining. It has become very expensive and the $30 corkage is far too high for the location. We will seek another fine dining establishment for our special occasions.
MK
MarkK
Sacramento
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a wonderful place to have a special dinner! The food is beyond excellent. The service is attentive but not overbearing. The staff is knowledgeable and professional. It isn't cheap, but quality like this never is. If you want to have a memorable time, this is the place in Manteca to do it. This is our second time there and it looks like it'll be our special occasion go-to spot going forward.
FI
FarahI
Sacramento
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and experience! Love coming here!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Sacramento
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 3, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
First time going and would definitely recommend this place! Service and food were great the only reason we didn’t give food 5 stars is because the steak was fatty. But it had great flavor. Drinks were amazing as well. If you like an old fashion you must order one there . It’s probably the best we’ve ever had.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and fantastic food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Sacramento
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a pleasure dinning at Ernie's the food is wonderful and at a fair price for such an exclusive establishment.
MM
MM17
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love coming here! Our Anniversary spot! Highly recommend everything is delicious and the staff is great!
AC
AdamC
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Another lovely dinner at Ernie's, we have been here a few times. The neighborhood is a little mismatch for what this gem offers inside. Great food and service, attractive ambiance, quiet...we will keep coming back.
FE
FeinesEssen
San Joaquin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely the best restaurant in the Stockton, Modesto and Merced areas, expensive but very, very good.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Sacramento
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
This wS our first time it was very nice a little loud, but overall a nice place to have a wonderful dinner we went for our anniversary.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall2food4service2ambience2
We went NYE. I had requested a table for four in my reservation comments, in advance. Though the main dining room had tables available, we were seated in the adjacent room with a very loud table of 8. Despite asking to turn down the A/C or turn on the heat, it remained quite chilly, which caused us to keep on our jackets throughout. Overall, the restaurant wasn't crowded, but from the start of our 6:30 reservation, we were there until 9:30. It took a full hour to get our appetizers. Plenty of servers so perhaps kitchen was short staffed. Food was good but we were also famished by 8:15, when entrees finally arrived. We'll go back because I've had good experiences in the past. But this time, I was thoroughly disappointed as we wanted to show our NYE guests a wonderful time. Between the cold, lack of ambiance, long delays...it wasn't $600+ well spent.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Ernie's Food & Spirits offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (209) 239-3351.

Ernie's Food & Spirits is rated 4.7 stars by 610 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 6, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1351 North Main Street, Manteca, CA 95336

Additional information

Cross street
Northgate Avenue
Neighborhood
Manteca
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Californian, Contemporary American
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Parking Lot includes Security camera's and Security Guards on Duty, shared parking with Casino Real.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Fidel Miranda
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.erniesfs.com/
Phone number
(209) 239-3351
Private party contact
Kim Stone General Manager: (209) 239-3351

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This restaurant now offers Takeout

Ernie's Food & Spirits

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

22 Fresno / San Joaquin Valley Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Small Plates

Marin Gem Oysters on the 1/2

Seafood Platter$110.00

Alaskan King Crab Let$75.00

Crab Cake*$38.00

Baked Brie$18.00

Beef Tartare**$22.00

Seared Scallops$32.00

Soup & Salads

French Onion Soup$16.00

Roasted Red Pepper Soup$15.00

Ernie's Caesar$17.00

Fall Salad$16.00

Baby Iceberg Wedge$16.00

Large Plates

Au Poivre Prime Burger$28.00

Mary's 1/2 Chicken$44.00

Ora' King Salmon$58.00

Bristol Bay Scallops$58.00

Crab Risotto$64.00

Mushroom Risotto$48.00

Steaks & Chops

Grilled USDA Prime Certified Angus Beef New York Strip$58.00

Grilled USDA Prime Certified Angus Beef Ribeye$68.00

Pan Roasted Certified Angus Beef Prime Filet Mignon$78.00

Holstein$84.00

Wagyu$88.00

Roasted Superior Farms Rack of Lamb$76.00

Grilled Niman Ranch Pork Chop$52.00

Sides

Crab Fried Rice$36.00

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$12.00

Truffle Mac & Cheese$16.00

Potatoes Au Gratin$14.00

Broccolini di Ciccio$16.00

Roasted Heirloom Carrots$12.00

Bourbon Mushrooms$18.00

Creamed Spinach$12.00

Wild Caught Mexican White Shrimp$18.00

Seared Scallops$28.00

Local Crabmeat$28.00

King Crab Leg$45.00

Desserts

Affogato$13.00

Pear Tart$14.00

Chocolate Cake$14.00

Creme Brulee$13.00

Olive Oil Cake$14.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

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How is Ernie's Food & Spirits restaurant rated?

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Make a reservation

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Additional information

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