Restaurants in Visalia
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Restaurants by Cuisine
“Good food and dining experience, save for exceptions, given that some people and their newborn children were dining in the same area that I would be, using the flat screen for preschool media on YouTube. Preschool media and I do not mix, and it's one of the causes for my anxieties. I felt very uncomfortable mentally, and I sort of, but not really, got the impression that I was at a daycare place instead of a diner. I really don't want history repeating itself. The fact that there are password-protected Wi-Fi networks for the restaurant showing up on my iPhone is not helping. I could barely access my YouTube app and look at videos to drown so much out. Aside from that, there have been other unique dining experiences here, and I'm willing to recommend it. I just needed to get that negative experience off my chest. I'm sharing it with my therapist as well.”
Restaurants with Delivery
“The pizza buffet needs to start at 11:00. I went it at 11:30 and they didn't have anything out. had to wait another 30 minutes to geta plain pizza and some chicken. The buffet isn't bad when it fully opens. I wish they did it on the weekends. more people would go I believe”
“Finally made the 90-minute trek to Dave’s Hot Chicken with the fam! 🍗 The vibe was great—super friendly staff and a very clean spot despite the crowd. The chicken was fresh, hot, and delicious. Only downside was no cheese sticks today, but that just gives us an excuse to come back soon!”
“The food is excellent the pesto SoCal all of it is good you need to come down here to Modesto Turlock, Stanislas, County, San, Joaquin County build them and they will come. The food is excellent, but we need it closer to home. The nearest one is Visalia. I actually ate there today. It was great.”
“Great atmosphere And the food was Awesome The people who work there are on top of it … great service!!”
Outdoor Dining
“My first time eating here was a few years back, was in town for work. Think I ate there two or three times in a two week period. Anytime I'm in the vicinity I make sure to grab lunch or dinner. All their offerings are excellent, not a bad dish on the menu. The daily fresh cheese cakes are excellent. Flavors vary- so if you are looking for excellent food in Visalia give this place try.”
“First time going here but great food and great service!!! Can’t wait to go back and get more food Loved the Philly dog it was delicious Daughter loved her mini corn dog Son loved his hotdog Wife loved her chili dog We all loved the funnel cake fries What wasn’t there to love Thanks for the amazing service!”
“Good food. We had the souvlaki plate. The rice was a little dried out but it was flavorful. The chicken was very good. The tziki sauce was fresh but maybe too many seasonings. The hummus was great!!! All in all, a decent meal. I’m a NY’er where we have Greek restaurants everywhere ran by Greeks. This falls a little short but expected. I’ll come back!”
“better service at barrel house its more welcoming than stacked you go there and you atleast feel welcome”
“Food was insanely tasty and fresh. I got the KBBQ Chicken with rice only. The chicken was phenomenal it had a light and crispy outer layer and very juicy chicken. Got the Man-Du as well and it was very juicy and thin. We went on Easter Sunday and they were very attentive despite how busy it was. They should be proud what a meal!
I would've added photos but got too hungry”
“Love This Place! Very cool local dive bar. They have great prices on drinks , friendly bartenders and Dj Mike playing the jams on weds. 🍻 Everyone who works there is Awesome ❤️”
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“Amazing food! Everything tasted so FRESH!!! Best Mexican food I’ve had in a long time!! The owner makes everything fresh, service was FANTASTIC, waitress/cashier we had was so friendly, and just the right amount of attentive. The owner came out to ask how we liked the food- he was VERY personable, humble, and makes things with heart! Many of the recipes are family recipes! Our favorite new place! ( don’t be fooled by the location, this place is a true gem!)”
“I might not be fair in my assessment of the atmosphere, for I've only done take-out. What's important here is how good the food is. Really good, and lots of it. I've only scratched the surface on the menu, but I intend to check off a lot of it in the future, especially any crispy items. If I can find fault, it would be that the spicy isn't spicy enough.”
“Only been here a few times but I’ve never had a bad meal. The food is really good, served piping hot and huge portions. It’s a quiet little spot with plenty of seating and parking. I usually get their combo dinners but am looking forward to trying some of their a la cart entrees in the future! Will be back for sure!”
“The food was fantastic!!!! If you like spicy hot or mild creamy this is the place to go. You decide the heat level. Full bar, sports on TV even has video games you can play at the bar. Family friendly relaxed. the seating area is a little low key. Nothing fancy but very inviting. My new favorite spot.”
“The atmosphere and food were absolutely amazing. My husband and I look forward to eating there again.”
“Great place to chill and drink great beer. Indoor/outdoor space was wonderful. Really liked there was a variety of different beers on tap. We will definitely be back!”
24 Hour Restaurants
“I was traveling on the freeway and I stopped here to use the restroom. The bathroom was impressively clean. The staff were friendly. There was a lock on the bathroom door so I thought I would have to purchase an item before I could use their facilities but no. The manager said no problem and opened the bathroom door. I just wanted to say thank for your kindness and understanding. I will definitely dine here in the future.”
“Food is good and the servers and staffs have a great customer service. i give it a 4.5 ⭐️!”
“Excellent seafood! My favorite is the camerones el mojo de ajo (shrimp with garlic & butter). You get a lot of shrimp and it is well prepared.”
Takeout Restaurants
“So, so, so good! The sauce is perfect, not too sweet and very tomatoey. Ranch is perfect and I loooooved the garlic cheese bread. The owners and employees are always kind and super friendly. I also love that they take EBT 🥰. I had to order a separate sweet and spicy for my husband because it’s so good he doesn’t want to share with the kids🤣. I tried the garlic chicken tonight for the first time and I think I have a new favorite😍.”
“I ordered the chili relleno plate. They have a limited supply of chili rellenos so you have to call ahead to make sure you can order them. They are fresh and stuffed with fresh quest fresco cheese. Cooked in a flavorful red sauce. The rice and beans are probably some of the best iv had at any mexican food restaurant. Iv only ate here one time but I think that is going to change. I will for sure order the chili rellenos again. I forgotnto mention they make fresh homemade corn torillas too. Also sorry the pic i am adding is a pic after I took a few bites lol.”
“Picked up pizza, was ready on time.
Great pizza and tasty. I did over cook slightly, but that's my fault. We haven't been to Papa Murphy's in years and they will be our go to pizza place. I don't mind cooking our own pizza at home, such a better taste.
Thanks Papa Murphy's.”
“Ever since I first had California Fish Grill’s fried Swai, I’ve enjoyed eating here. Since finding that they have grilled mahi mahi on the menu, I am loving the place even more. If you have never had mahi mahi, I HIGHLY recommend it. Mahi Mahi is a mild, flaky, white meat fish. It’s from the tropics and, to date, is only wild caught. If you like halibut, you’ll like mahi mahi. I prefer it with the garlic butter as I really want to taste the delicate flavor of the fish. Don’t miss this local Visalia, CA eatery. If you like fish, it’s a must!”
“I love 💕 this place for lunch La señor cooks like super delicious food and if you are busy mom like me and need last minute groceries for dinner this place is it.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“Yo los recomiendo , muy rico sazón y bien servidos los platillos, con su cebollita guisada, chili to toreado, Sebollita morada curtida, cilantro y cebolla y su respectivo limóncito y sal citas, en muy pocos lugares los sirven , muy limpio y la comida del día y sobre todo te reciben muy alegres y en cambio en otros lugares que he ido la gente mula y Getona como q pareciera q me están haciendo el favor ami…”
“Best tacos truck in the area. I always get the burritos but the tacos are amazing as well. You can't be at the price on anything they have. The service is great, friendly, and attentive. And the service is fast they don't make you wait a very long time but the best part is the food just amazing. When I'm in the area this is literally the best spot to eat Mexican food.”
“This is the best sandwich shop in Visalia! The owners are absolutely amazing as well as Cody! This is my go to catering place. I get 2-3 catering orders a month and I have never had an issue. Everywhere I have taken the food all I receive is complaints! 10/10”
“Very good food. I worked with Mr jimmy years ago before he had his food trucks and retired. He always talked about his wife’s food and plans after retirement. Wonderful family he would give $100 to a new pregnant momma to be. A gift for the baby. Jimmy always liked to help others I have nothing but good memories what a kind man. Definitely will continue to support his business ☺️”
“There’s plenty of chain and franchised deli’s in Visalia to choose from but there is only a few mom and pops. This location is one of them that is independently owned and operated, you’ll see the owner taking and making orders. There’s good things happening and worth checking out :)”
“Good food and dining experience, save for exceptions, given that some people and their newborn children were dining in the same area that I would be, using the flat screen for preschool media on YouTube. Preschool media and I do not mix, and it's one of the causes for my anxieties. I felt very uncomfortable mentally, and I sort of, but not really, got the impression that I was at a daycare place instead of a diner. I really don't want history repeating itself. The fact that there are password-protected Wi-Fi networks for the restaurant showing up on my iPhone is not helping. I could barely access my YouTube app and look at videos to drown so much out. Aside from that, there have been other unique dining experiences here, and I'm willing to recommend it. I just needed to get that negative experience off my chest. I'm sharing it with my therapist as well.”
“Absolutely outstanding. Had the Brussel Sprout appetizer and the Beef Stroganoff. Both had amazing flavor. Our server Aunika was very attentive, friendly and professional. Highly recommended.”
Cheap Eats
“Been coming to Charleys for a while now and the food is always good, and is made fairly quick. Had the opportunity to be served by the manager andrew, and he is honestly very professional, fast, and knowledgeable on the menu items. Definitely recommend going here for a good sandwich”
“Awesome food truck for authentic Mexican food. The tacos, burritos and quesadillas were top notch. Choose your protein and what you want in it. Unfortunately, they just ran out of horchata — my favorite Mexican beverage The nice owner gave me what he had left free of charge. Made my day!!!”
“Really love the food. The take out service is good. The 3 stars on the atmosphere is because it is so loud in this restaurant. It may seem like a petty critique, but when you can't hear yourself at your own table. It's a problem. It's been loud for years.
The tortilla soup with chicken is Awesome and I highly recommend when you're feeling ill.
Great Job Chapala Grill.”
“We love A & W rootbeer and food however the dining in experience was so pleasant because of the friendly, kind and enjoyable service that we received by Tisha! We found out later that she was the manager! Who ever made that decision to promote her also deserves a high five!! Tisha is amazing and I would like to mention how clean the place was including the bathrooms!!
We appreciate you Tisha!!”
“I had such a great experience here. The food was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The chicken was crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and seasoned just right. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the service was quick even during a busy time.
The place was clean, the portions were generous, and the prices were totally worth the quality. I’ll definitely be coming back — highly recommend Chicken Spot to anyone craving delicious comfort food!”
“Love their food, the service and the everyone that work their. Go to place few times a month. Family and kid friendly place. Lots Tvs for watching sports. Have bar area that is popular for any game. Not too nosey if your in the restaurant area. They even have a private room for parties.”
“A special thank you to Leanne who served me tonight. I was dining by myself and she took great care of me!”
“If the waitress can remember, I was that vocally loud Los Angeles Rams fan that was there for when the Rams got cheated in that game against the Seahawks. I just wanted the waitress to know that she did a fine job taking care of us!”
“This is a delightful little wine bar downtown! They have small bites and a wonderful wine and beer selection. The bartender was really nice. I had a great time here and will definitely be coming back.
Dietary restrictions: They have gluten free flatbread options”
“Great food and huge selection of vitamins and herbs! Definitely recommend this place!”
“For my first time in Visalia, I can personally say it was a great experience as soon as I walked in, I was greeted by the gray servers overall a great experience and if in Visalia, it’s a must try!!!”
“I read some pretty harsh reviews of this place before we tried it so I wasn't sure what to expect. Lots of stories about food not being worth the price point, coming out slowly and being cold. What actually occurred for us was another story completely.
From the very start, I knew these people were committed to good service based on the effort made by Miriam the host, when she called to confirm. She was above and beyond.
Chelsea was our server and she was amazing. Not only was she friendly, but also was clearly very experienced and competent. Beyond being just a cool person, she performed her job at the highest level.
We ordered the octopus to start, and shared the lamb, shishito peppers, and a ceasar for our main. Every single bite was a delight.
This was such a fun birthday celebration for my mom. Worth every penny. We will definitely be back.”
“Best food ever but they need to answer their phone every once in awhile it’s impossible to get through😂😭”
“Went here with my girlfriend last week, I just had to say the food and service was amazing! The waitresses were very sweet and nice. Food came out amazing! Would definitely recommend this place :).!”
“ordered a calazone, veggies only the veggies are rock hard except the mushrooms, the mozzarella is in big gobs unmelted, the crust is well done and it smelled and looked amazing. It is the worst calazone I have ever had. I will Never recommend or go back there!”
“Got seated pretty fast, I like the place and atmosphere. The pho was good, I really liked the broth. The fries were not the best, tasted a little weird. A bit on the pricy side but overall a good experience.”
“KARAOKE!
That's all I have to say about it other than the bartenders (last Monday night specifically) are wonderful, the security is always thorough and friendly (if you're friendly), but the Karaoke is where it's at to me.
Karaoke is weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays at about 8pm to Midnight.
DRINK Recommendation: Cali Squeeze - Blood Orange”
“The Joe steak is always good and cook to perfection and the green beans is also delicious.”
“Sauce was excellent, Shrimp was a good size. Good and messy, finger licking good”
“The staff was amazing, as was the food. If you haven't been I highly recommend going whether you do the bbq or the pho.”
“They all closed down on the East Coast but was pleasantly surprised to find plenty on the West coast. The waiter was amazing. Food was nostalgic! Restaurant was clean. The garlic toast was amazing and he brought me extras. Swapped out the Steak for chicken and had a lobster tail.”
Latest Reviews
“The best Sushi!! You know what’s not spread throughout Visalia with all the vast places to eat? Consistency!!!!! This place has it!! I have the same experience Every. Single. Time. PERIOD!! The food is delicious and I find myself not able to shove it in my mouth fast enough. I could literally eat here every day!! It’s my go to place any time I am in town, it’s got all the big places beat. Like Gozen that place is so over rated come on! I ordered two times now a CA roll from Gozen take out and each time I had go back in and ask for Wasabi and Ginger like what the F? I have never had a single issue with Tokyo Teriyaki, I love them with all my heart ♥️”
“The food was fantastic!!!! If you like spicy hot or mild creamy this is the place to go. You decide the heat level. Full bar, sports on TV even has video games you can play at the bar. Family friendly relaxed. the seating area is a little low key. Nothing fancy but very inviting. My new favorite spot.”
“Yo los recomiendo , muy rico sazón y bien servidos los platillos, con su cebollita guisada, chili to toreado, Sebollita morada curtida, cilantro y cebolla y su respectivo limóncito y sal citas, en muy pocos lugares los sirven , muy limpio y la comida del día y sobre todo te reciben muy alegres y en cambio en otros lugares que he ido la gente mula y Getona como q pareciera q me están haciendo el favor ami…”
“The pizza buffet needs to start at 11:00. I went it at 11:30 and they didn't have anything out. had to wait another 30 minutes to geta plain pizza and some chicken. The buffet isn't bad when it fully opens. I wish they did it on the weekends. more people would go I believe”
Most Popular Restaurants
“Finally made the 90-minute trek to Dave’s Hot Chicken with the fam! 🍗 The vibe was great—super friendly staff and a very clean spot despite the crowd. The chicken was fresh, hot, and delicious. Only downside was no cheese sticks today, but that just gives us an excuse to come back soon!”
“The pizza buffet needs to start at 11:00. I went it at 11:30 and they didn't have anything out. had to wait another 30 minutes to geta plain pizza and some chicken. The buffet isn't bad when it fully opens. I wish they did it on the weekends. more people would go I believe”
“My first time eating here was a few years back, was in town for work. Think I ate there two or three times in a two week period. Anytime I'm in the vicinity I make sure to grab lunch or dinner. All their offerings are excellent, not a bad dish on the menu. The daily fresh cheese cakes are excellent. Flavors vary- so if you are looking for excellent food in Visalia give this place try.”
New Restaurants
“After having the churro latte for the first time, i find myself coming here at least 3 times a week! Im scared to try anything else what if i don't like it? The atmosphere is comfy and welcoming. The only thing i would add are small food items like egg sandwiches, just because i enjoy my coffee with food and i would feel weird bringing breakfast from another place if i want to stay here for a while. Either way, i enjoy coming here and will continue to do so :)”
“Visited for the first time tonight, was instantly greeted and helped by a gentleman who was very patient with my partner and I. We both ordered regular bowls with marinated tuna and they tasted incredible, food was super fresh. Thank you, we will be back:-)”
“Stopped by Kuppa Joy on my way out from a Dr. appointment. I was blown away; I am a Starbucks connoisseur, but this little gem impressed me with its taste and service. The young lady who assisted us was very accommodating and friendly. My husband wanted to try the Hallelujah (White Chocolate, Vanilla, and Cinnamon) but preferred it not too sweet. She made it perfectly, 1/3 sweet and with a Triple Shot. I ordered the Amazing Grace (White Chocolate, Vanilla, and Lavender) topped with Amazing Grace Cold Foam. Omg, it is so delicious. Whenever we visit Visalia, Kuppa Joy will definitely be on our to-go list.”
“I read some pretty harsh reviews of this place before we tried it so I wasn't sure what to expect. Lots of stories about food not being worth the price point, coming out slowly and being cold. What actually occurred for us was another story completely.
From the very start, I knew these people were committed to good service based on the effort made by Miriam the host, when she called to confirm. She was above and beyond.
Chelsea was our server and she was amazing. Not only was she friendly, but also was clearly very experienced and competent. Beyond being just a cool person, she performed her job at the highest level.
We ordered the octopus to start, and shared the lamb, shishito peppers, and a ceasar for our main. Every single bite was a delight.
This was such a fun birthday celebration for my mom. Worth every penny. We will definitely be back.”
“Delicious! This really hit the spot. I had an awesome enchilada with creamy refried beans and rice. It came with a little cheese-topped green salad. I love that they let me pick my meat from a list that included lengua. I'd never that in enchiladas before, but I decided to try it, and it was tender and delicious!
I'm only in Visalia for a few days on vacation; otherwise I would definitely go back regularly!”
“Great food, Great service & they serve you lots of food”