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The Gypsy Bistro
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.9(231)Experience dining like never before in our unique restaurant, set in a former concrete wine storage tank. Unwind on our charming terrace, reminiscent of an Italian Piazza, with a refreshing craft cocktail or a glass of wine expertly selected by our sommelier. Our eclectic menu features locally-sourced, seasonal dishes, all prepared from scratch.
Our menu is a blend of classic dishes with a modern twist, showcasing favorites such as our grilled steak of the night, delectable pastas, and succulent scampi. Conveniently located just off the Lodi wine trail in Lockeford, California, we are the perfect stop halfway between the San Francisco Bay Area and Lake Tahoe, 1/2 mile west off scenic Hwy 88.
Join us for an unforgettable dining experience that celebrates the best of local ingredients and culinary innovation.The Kitchen @ Stonebrier
Price: Expensive•American•4.7(705)Fresh, local flavors and memorable moments at The Kitchen at StoneBrier. A dining experience to appreciate.
Market Tavern Stockton
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.8(2,485)Market Tavern features farm-fresh ingredients across all menu items from our wood-fired pizzas, all natural pork chops and steak, and signature meatballs.
Our Bar features craft beers on tap and a modern take on classic cocktails using fresh squeezed juices and in-house infused liquors.
The Grab & Go Market offers fresh baked bread, salads and sandwiches, free-range premium meats and select produce, as well as beer and wine for sale.Ernie's Food & Spirits
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(774)Ernie’s Food & Spirits
At Ernie’s, we strive to connect our craft of creating unique and seasonally curated food with exceptionally tailored service. Our wine program highlights the greatest wine regions of the world, and our spirits program boasts the highest quality cognacs, scotch's, bourbons, and tequila’s. Whether you enjoy the bar, the dining room or the patio, we are happy to offer you quality hospitality. If you are looking to host an intimate special event, we offer customized dining and cocktail packages. We are located off the Hwy 99 in Manteca, California and look forward to welcoming you to the Central Valley.
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Americana House
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.6(1,558)Anchored in Chef Charlie Palmer’s signature progressive American cooking philosophy, Americana House celebrates hyper-local ingredients, time-honored techniques, and a warm, convivial spirit. Americana House invites both Lodi locals and travelers to gather together to experience a sense of place through food, drink, and hospitality that feels both rooted and elevated.Mezzo - Stockton
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.6(466)Mezzo Ristorante in Brookside is a small neighborhood trattoria. Inspired by the cuisines of Italy, Chef Daniel creates a beautiful seasonal & modern italian menu, featuring local produce, house made pastas, quality meats and fresh fish. Mezzo features weekly seafood, ravioli, drink specials for our customers to enjoy!
Mezzo offers indoor dining & on our heated enclosed patio for our customers to enjoy year round. Our bar opens Tuesday-Saturday n starting at 4:00 and serves beautifully handcrafted cocktails, mocktails, a notable wine list, craft beer & after dinner drinks.
Mezzo specializes in private events showers, graduation, birthdays, baptisms, anniversary parties which can be held in our private patio or restaurant. Look for our farmers market dinners, wine tasting events and wine dinners.
At Mezzo we invite you to relax, restore, dine & enjoy drinks with family and friends.
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- LLizzie1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoLoved it! Market tavern is always such a good spot to eat any meal and the the food is always amazing!More infoMarket Tavern StocktonPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Stockton•4.8
- JJudiSacramento / Sacramento Valley •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoWonderful restaurant with nice decor, including Chihuly chandeliers. Great food and service from our server Riley, who was delightful!More infoThe Kitchen @ StonebrierPrice: Expensive• American• Stockton•4.7
- JJomartSan Francisco Bay Area •1 review5.0Dined 7 days agoHad an awesome dinner last night it was my wife and I anniversary and prime table did not disappoint from the drinks, appetizers (crab cakes) to the main course meal it was just fantastic the manager and host were both spectacular and would definitely be back again!More infoPrime TablePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Stockton•4.8
- MMauriceVIPLos Angeles •22 reviews5.0Dined on Jul 12, 2025Food was absolutely fantastic, and Walter our server was extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and made us feel like a guest in his homeMore infoMezzo - StocktonPrice: Moderate• Italian• Stockton•4.6
- YYvonneTahoe / Reno Area •1 review4.0Dined on May 10, 2025Really busy ... mediocre service and Food... it was graduation day and Mother's Day weekend...... really packedMore infoBJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - StocktonPrice: Moderate• American• Stockton•4.3
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Joaquin Valley stretches across central California, touching the city of Sacramento at its northernmost point. This area is responsible for much of the state's produce and wine production, and the dining scene of North San Joaquin Valley owes much to this agricultural bounty. Many of the area's restaurants use local produce to create farm-to-table concoctions, ranging from healthy vegan dishes to herb-roasted chicken dinners. There's plenty of American fare in the northern region of San Joaquin Valley, and the area has more to offer than steakhouses and burger grills. Asian fusion cuisine is always easy to find, and Vietnamese, Filipino, and Chinese eateries abound. Soul food is also available, offering locals savory BBQ sandwiches, ribs, and fried catfish.
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Dog friendly restaurants in North San Joaquin Valley include Mezzo - Stockton, Pi bar and The Exchange 1874
Child friendly restaurants in North San Joaquin Valley include Market Tavern Stockton, Mezzo - Stockton and The Hidden Tea Room