Best Casual Restaurants in Modesto

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AmericanItalianSeafoodMexicanPizzeriaBarbecue

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Modesto

Neighborhoods

ModestoRiverbank

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1. Camp 4 Wine Cafe

5.0

Exceptional(803)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Modesto

Booked 8 times today

We are a small, locally owned wine cafe striving to provide great service, and great food in a comfortable atmosphere. Serving affordable wines from all over the world as well as panini, charcuterie, cheeses, and salads. We source both locally and internationally providing an array of options that you are sure to enjoy. We can't wait to see you.

2. My Mimosas

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3.0

Good(2)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Modesto

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3. Papapolloni Mediterranean Bistro

5.0

Exceptional(112)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Modesto

Using only the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking techniques, Papapolloni Mediterranean Bistro offers a wide variety of premium-quality Mediterranean & Italian food paired with great wines and cocktails in a beautiful setting located in Modesto California.

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4. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Modesto

4.1

Excellent(72)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Modesto

Booked 1 time today

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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5. Culichi Town - Modesto

4.0

Excellent(10)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Modesto

Culichi Town offers exciting new takes on authentic Mexican cuisine in a party-like atmosphere. Reserve now to try our latest craft-cocktails and freshly sourced seafood:

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6. Mimi's Cafe - Modesto

4.7

Exceptional(11)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Modesto

Make any mealtime an event to savor. From sweet and savory breakfast dishes to mouthwatering entrées, crowd-pleasing to tempting desserts, every dish is made with care, just for you and your guests. Find exactly what you’re craving at Mimi’s.

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7. Dave & Buster's - Modesto

4.6

Exceptional(127)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Modesto

Booked 1 time today

Each Dave & Buster's has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we've got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we're stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.

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8. Red Lobster - Modesto

4.1

Excellent(33)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Modesto

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

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9. Agave Azul Kitchen & Tequila Bar

4.6

Exceptional(124)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Modesto

Booked 1 time today

With a passion for family and food the Lujan sisters came together to open Agave Azul Kitchen & Tequila Bar in 2012. Their goal was to bring together a gathering of authentic Mexican home cooking that stuck to their roots. Their family originated from Zacatecas, Mexico and then came to Hughson, California to begin farming. With this heritage came recipes passed down from generation to generation. Food was the center of their life and growing up on a local farm allowed their family to cook at home with food grown on their land. Sandra and Gabby originally had the thought of opening Taqueria El Agave, but it quickly transformed into a full kitchen serving some of their favorite dishes such as pollo con crema y rajas. The unique thing about Agave Azul is their attention and focus to the quality of each of the ingredients that goes into their recipes and their commitment to never sacrificing on quality home grown ingredients.

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10. Black Sheep Kitchen & Cocktails

4.1

Excellent(4)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Riverbank

Welcome to Black Sheep Kitchen & Cocktails, Where great food and great drinks meet! Located in the heart of downtown Riverbank our mission is provide an environment where all come to enjoy one thing in common, great food, beer, wine & cocktails we can all bond over! Our offerings will continue to grow but our laid-back fun atmosphere will remain the same. We offer a full-service bar and full menu, with a bar top & seating area, additional dining section and spacious fido friendly patio. Check out our social for live music, sports, events and special offerings. Happy Hour runs Mon-Thursday 3pm-7pm. Brunch is every Saturday and Sunday until 3pm along with our full menu all day.Whether you'd like to sip on one of our specialty cocktails, have a bite, sit on our patio and enjoy a glass of wine and one of our charcuterie boards, or have a full-on meal there is something for everyone.

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Linda
Fresno / San Joaquin Valley •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Consistently delicious! This is a favorite restaurant for us and we were excited to see it was open for Mother’s Day.
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Papapolloni Mediterranean BistroPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Modesto
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5
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DeAnna
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The menu was perfectly curated for a spring brunch, with a thoughtful balance of hearty, fresh, and indulgent options. The drink menu was fun and creative—perfect for the occasion—and the rosé sangria was amazing: crisp, fruity, and not too sweet, with just the right amount of sparkle to feel festive.
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Camp 4 Wine CafePrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Modesto
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5
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OpenTable Diner
Tahoe / Reno Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 23, 2025
Went for a bday, service was good :) food was excellent ,thanks
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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ModestoPrice: Moderate• American• Modesto
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4.1
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Brenda
Orange County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 1, 2024
Love the food it was have good music grate place to take your family to.
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Culichi Town - ModestoPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Modesto
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