The best restaurants in Fresno

72 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Chain outlet offering build-your-own takeaway pizzas, to be cooked at home.

619 Shaw Ave (Clovis)

Chain outlet offering build-your-own takeaway pizzas, to be cooked at home.

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Easygoing restaurant featuring hearty, homestyle American breakfast & lunch plates, plus a patio.

532 Clovis Ave (Clovis)

Easygoing restaurant featuring hearty, homestyle American breakfast & lunch plates, plus a patio.

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Relaxed Italian eatery with pizza & a full menu & more than 130 whiskeys amid retro sports-bar digs.

619 Woodworth Ave (Clovis)

Relaxed Italian eatery with pizza & a full menu & more than 130 whiskeys amid retro sports-bar digs.

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Salsa's Cantina

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Family-run eatery cooking up a range of traditional Mexican fare as well as margaritas.

410 Clovis Ave (Clovis)

Family-run eatery cooking up a range of traditional Mexican fare as well as margaritas.

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Spaghetti pizza with scratch-made sauce is a favorite at this unpretentious family-run Italian spot.

349 Pollasky Ave (Clovis)

Spaghetti pizza with scratch-made sauce is a favorite at this unpretentious family-run Italian spot.

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Blast & Brew

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Casual, family-friendly spot with a wide selection of craft beer on tap, plus pizza and other pub grub.

601 Pollasky Ave (Clovis)

Casual, family-friendly spot with a wide selection of craft beer on tap, plus pizza and other pub grub.

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A menu with an array of classic Mexican fare served with rice & beans in a casual, colorful setting.

151 W Bullard Ave #101 (Clovis)

A menu with an array of classic Mexican fare served with rice & beans in a casual, colorful setting.

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Japanese restaurant popular for its all-you-can-eat sushi option offered in unassuming surrounds.

840 Herndon Ave (Clovis)

Japanese restaurant popular for its all-you-can-eat sushi option offered in unassuming surrounds.

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Easygoing chain offering specialty brick-oven pizzas & sandwiches in a basic setting.

50 W Bullard Ave #101 (Clovis)

Easygoing chain offering specialty brick-oven pizzas & sandwiches in a basic setting.

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Del Taco

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Fast-food chain for Mexican standards like tacos, burritos & quesadillas plus breakfast.

1415 Herndon Ave (Clovis)

Fast-food chain for Mexican standards like tacos, burritos & quesadillas plus breakfast.

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This relaxed, long-running eatery serves familiar Mexican dishes, such as fajitas & tacos.

1437 Tollhouse Rd (Clovis)

This relaxed, long-running eatery serves familiar Mexican dishes, such as fajitas & tacos.

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Basic, counter-serve pizzeria chain popular for its flavored crusts, such as sesame & garlic herb.

111 W Bullard Ave #101 (Clovis)

Basic, counter-serve pizzeria chain popular for its flavored crusts, such as sesame & garlic herb.

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Casual pizza chain featuring traditional pies, gluten-free crust & assorted appetizers.

1610 Herndon Ave (Clovis)

Casual pizza chain featuring traditional pies, gluten-free crust & assorted appetizers.

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Low-key eatery featuring Mexican food, signature margaritas & mariachi music.

1125 Shaw Ave (Clovis)

Low-key eatery featuring Mexican food, signature margaritas & mariachi music.

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Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.

1195 Herndon Ave (Clovis)

Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.

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Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.

1055 Shaw Ave (Clovis)

Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.

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Wassabi On Fire

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Modern outpost offering a variety of sushi & Japanese plates in a low-lit space with patio seating.

2920 E Nees Ave

Modern outpost offering a variety of sushi & Japanese plates in a low-lit space with patio seating.

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Max's Bistro & Bar delivers scratch-made, seasonal plates with daily seafood specials like day-boat scallops and hand-selected filets, plus…

1784 W Bullard Ave

Max's Bistro & Bar delivers scratch-made, seasonal plates with daily seafood specials like day-boat scallops and hand-selected filets, plus a martini and wine bar pouring hand-shaken cocktails and a carefully curated list.

From the Fresno newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Yosemite Ranch - Steak, Fish, Bar plates premium steaks and fresh seafood where historical charm meets modern dining, the kind of little…

1520 E Champlain Dr

Yosemite Ranch - Steak, Fish, Bar plates premium steaks and fresh seafood where historical charm meets modern dining, the kind of little escape you deserve this week. Celebrating something or just corralling the crew, their large-party dining and catering keep the moments fun while you focus on the good stuff.

From the Fresno newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Smokin Woods BBQ Fresno brings homestyle vibes with peppery brisket, rib plates, sausage links, even smoked salmon, plus mac and cheese and…

727 Fulton St

Smokin Woods BBQ Fresno brings homestyle vibes with peppery brisket, rib plates, sausage links, even smoked salmon, plus mac and cheese and honey-butter rolls that vanish fast. Rally the crew this week, split Brussels sprouts, and practice the ancient art of sharing the last bite.

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Warm Californian-style bistro with a seasonal menu featuring local ingredients & nightly specials.

6737 N Palm Ave

Warm Californian-style bistro with a seasonal menu featuring local ingredients & nightly specials.

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Libelula

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Cozy, eclectic restaurant serving creative breakfast and lunch plates, including vegetarian and vegan options.

1154 Broadway St

Cozy, eclectic restaurant serving creative breakfast and lunch plates, including vegetarian and vegan options.

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Annesso Pizzeria

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Trendy, clean, family-friendly tavern serving up a variety of casual Italian classics, including pizzas, sandwiches and salads, plus…

8484 N Friant Rd

Trendy, clean, family-friendly tavern serving up a variety of casual Italian classics, including pizzas, sandwiches and salads, plus cocktails.

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Quaint eatery offering homestyle breakfast fare in a mural-filled space with garden seating.

2085 W Bullard Ave

Quaint eatery offering homestyle breakfast fare in a mural-filled space with garden seating.

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Casual destination for breakfast and lunch with a wide menu ranging from beignets to catfish.

4360 W Shaw Ave #101

Casual destination for breakfast and lunch with a wide menu ranging from beignets to catfish.

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The Waffle Place

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Casual, dog-friendly diner specializing in breakfast classics such as pancakes and waffles, alongside omelets and vegan fare.

6700 N Cedar Ave

Casual, dog-friendly diner specializing in breakfast classics such as pancakes and waffles, alongside omelets and vegan fare.

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Cozy restaurant (with a bar), offering European cuisines made with fresh ingredients, amid warm decor.

6650 N Cedar Ave

Cozy restaurant (with a bar), offering European cuisines made with fresh ingredients, amid warm decor.

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In-N-Out Burger

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Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

4302 N Blackstone Ave

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

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Nho Kitchen #2

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Vietnamese eatery featuring a robot server alongside traditional bowls of pho and banh mi sandwiches.

6702 N Cedar Ave

Vietnamese eatery featuring a robot server alongside traditional bowls of pho and banh mi sandwiches.

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Maw n' Paw BBQ

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Down-to-earth joint known for its slow-smoked, Kentucky-style BBQ meats & homemade sauces.

2686 N Clovis Ave #101

Down-to-earth joint known for its slow-smoked, Kentucky-style BBQ meats & homemade sauces.

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Rustic Italian dishes like wood-fired pizza in a contemporary, open-timbered space with a full bar.

2257 W Shaw Ave

Rustic Italian dishes like wood-fired pizza in a contemporary, open-timbered space with a full bar.

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Locally sourced BBQ fare plus draft microbrews & wine served in a casual reclaimed-wood setting.

8042 N Blackstone Ave

Locally sourced BBQ fare plus draft microbrews & wine served in a casual reclaimed-wood setting.

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

3331 W Shaw Ave

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

3065 E Shaw Ave

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

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Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.

715 E Shaw Ave

Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.

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Casual pie house known for Chicago-style deep-dish pizzas and Detroit-style creations.

337 E Shaw Ave Ste 101

Casual pie house known for Chicago-style deep-dish pizzas and Detroit-style creations.

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Juicy Burger

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Relaxed burger joint offering an extensive menu of sandwiches, fries, and shakes, plus a kids' menu.

619 E Divisadero St

Relaxed burger joint offering an extensive menu of sandwiches, fries, and shakes, plus a kids' menu.

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Modern outpost offering a variety of sushi & Japanese plates in a low-lit space with patio seating.

752 W Shaw Ave

Modern outpost offering a variety of sushi & Japanese plates in a low-lit space with patio seating.

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Counter-serve joint offering up Texas barbecue dishes, plus sides and desserts.

3598 E Butler Ave

Counter-serve joint offering up Texas barbecue dishes, plus sides and desserts.

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Heirloom

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Seasonal farm-to-table meals with veggie options are served in this airy, laid-back spot.

8398 N Fresno St

Seasonal farm-to-table meals with veggie options are served in this airy, laid-back spot.

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Enduring Italian deli/market providing hot & cold sandwiches & other classic items to go.

616 E Olive Ave

Enduring Italian deli/market providing hot & cold sandwiches & other classic items to go.

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The Waffle Place

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Breakfast, lunch and brunch staple whipping up familiar dishes such as waffles, pancakes and omelets, as well as fried chicken.

4025 W Figarden Dr #101

Breakfast, lunch and brunch staple whipping up familiar dishes such as waffles, pancakes and omelets, as well as fried chicken.

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Eatery showcasing local artists & musicians with a menu of American fare alongside beer & cocktails.

9447 N Fort Washington Rd #101

Eatery showcasing local artists & musicians with a menu of American fare alongside beer & cocktails.

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Restaurant serving casual American fare with a covered patio for outdoor dining & a full bar.

731 W San Jose Ave

Restaurant serving casual American fare with a covered patio for outdoor dining & a full bar.

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Cali Bros Pizza

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Casual, family-owned restaurant, serving pizza and pastas in a variety of flavors such as tandoori and tikka masala.

3028 W Bullard Ave

Casual, family-owned restaurant, serving pizza and pastas in a variety of flavors such as tandoori and tikka masala.

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Eureka! Fresno

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Hip dining spot serving elevated burgers, craft beer & whiskey in industrial-chic surrounds.

7775 N Palm Ave

Hip dining spot serving elevated burgers, craft beer & whiskey in industrial-chic surrounds.

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Fast-casual eatery for the whole family known for fried chicken sandwiches and waffle pairings.

8482 N Friant Rd Ste. 107

Fast-casual eatery for the whole family known for fried chicken sandwiches and waffle pairings.

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Relaxed Italian eatery (with a kids' menu) dishing up pizza and pasta dishes along with other classic dishes.

5251 N Blackstone Ave

Relaxed Italian eatery (with a kids' menu) dishing up pizza and pasta dishes along with other classic dishes.

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Upscale entertainment destination with bowling, craft food & cocktails, plus lively arcades.

140 Shaw Ave (Clovis)

Upscale entertainment destination with bowling, craft food & cocktails, plus lively arcades.

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Unassuming strip-mall restaurant serving Vietnamese noodle soups, vermicelli & banh mi sandwiches.

3127 E McKinley Ave

Unassuming strip-mall restaurant serving Vietnamese noodle soups, vermicelli & banh mi sandwiches.

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Easygoing chain offering specialty brick-oven pizzas & sandwiches in a basic setting.

7080 N Cedar Ave

Easygoing chain offering specialty brick-oven pizzas & sandwiches in a basic setting.

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Casual bar serving familiar seafood dishes such as shrimp soup and fish ceviche alongside ice-cold beer and cocktails.

2001 E Belmont Ave

Casual bar serving familiar seafood dishes such as shrimp soup and fish ceviche alongside ice-cold beer and cocktails.

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The Burger Shack

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Counter-serve joint offering charbroiled burgers and other comfort eats in a relaxed setting.

1615 E Ashlan Ave

Counter-serve joint offering charbroiled burgers and other comfort eats in a relaxed setting.

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Outlet of a BBQ chain serving wood-smoked meats & sides in an American West-themed space.

7603 N Blackstone Ave

Outlet of a BBQ chain serving wood-smoked meats & sides in an American West-themed space.

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Ohana Shack

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Casual eatery serving lunch and dinner plates with Hawaiian classics like loco moco and kalua pork, plus poke.

5730 N First St

Casual eatery serving lunch and dinner plates with Hawaiian classics like loco moco and kalua pork, plus poke.

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Campagnia Bistro

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Upscale eatery offers a menu & relaxed ambiance inspired by California, plus buffet options.

1185 E Champlain Dr

Upscale eatery offers a menu & relaxed ambiance inspired by California, plus buffet options.

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Family-run pizzeria known for Indian-inspired pies, wings, and other comfort grub.

4415 W Clinton Ave Ste 105

Family-run pizzeria known for Indian-inspired pies, wings, and other comfort grub.

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Family-owned eatery serving pasta, pizzas, meat dishes & other Italian basics in relaxed surrounds.

3097 W Bullard Ave

Family-owned eatery serving pasta, pizzas, meat dishes & other Italian basics in relaxed surrounds.

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Casual, kid-friendly eatery dishing up NY-style pies (by the slice or whole pie), plus hot dogs.

844 E Olive Ave

Casual, kid-friendly eatery dishing up NY-style pies (by the slice or whole pie), plus hot dogs.

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Focacciafresno

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Casual eatery for sandwiches, entrees, soups and paninis, plus homemade bread and sauces.

6701 N Milburn Ave #120

Casual eatery for sandwiches, entrees, soups and paninis, plus homemade bread and sauces.

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Creative sushi rolls & other Japanese eats are the draw at this informal, airy outpost with a patio.

2321 Kern St

Creative sushi rolls & other Japanese eats are the draw at this informal, airy outpost with a patio.

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Straightforward bar with TVs & a subtle sports theme offering chicken wings & burgers.

1231 Van Ness Ave

Straightforward bar with TVs & a subtle sports theme offering chicken wings & burgers.

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Mochuelo

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Bacon-wrapped dates headline the menu of this Spanish tapas bar featuring artisanal cocktails and wines.

2305 W Shaw Ave

Bacon-wrapped dates headline the menu of this Spanish tapas bar featuring artisanal cocktails and wines.

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BenSmokin BBQ

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Smoked meats such as brisket and ribs are served at this laid-back barbecue place with homemade sides.

1120 N Palm Ave

Smoked meats such as brisket and ribs are served at this laid-back barbecue place with homemade sides.

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Zaatar Bistro

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Counter-serve restaurant in the Via Montana Shopping Center with international fare and vegetarian options.

1568 E Champlain Dr #105

Counter-serve restaurant in the Via Montana Shopping Center with international fare and vegetarian options.

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Easygoing Japanese standby featuring specialty sushi rolls & meals cooked on tabletop grills.

6226 N Blackstone Ave

Easygoing Japanese standby featuring specialty sushi rolls & meals cooked on tabletop grills.

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Vintage Italian prints line the walls of this vibrant, colorful outlet for Italian standards.

6745 N Palm Ave

Vintage Italian prints line the walls of this vibrant, colorful outlet for Italian standards.

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Upscale Brazilian eatery featuring all-you-can-eat grilled meat carved tableside & a salad bar.

7634 N Blackstone Ave

Upscale Brazilian eatery featuring all-you-can-eat grilled meat carved tableside & a salad bar.

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Parma Restaurant

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Traditional Italian cuisine & homemade pasta dishes are the draw at this comfy eatery with a patio.

6729 N Palm Ave #101

Traditional Italian cuisine & homemade pasta dishes are the draw at this comfy eatery with a patio.

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The Lime Lite

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Elegant, long-running eatery offering New American dishes along with innovative cocktails & a patio.

1054 W Shaw Ave

Elegant, long-running eatery offering New American dishes along with innovative cocktails & a patio.

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Long-running, family-owned bar/eatery preparing hearty Basque-American dishes in old-fashioned digs.

3110 N Maroa Ave

Long-running, family-owned bar/eatery preparing hearty Basque-American dishes in old-fashioned digs.

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Patio Cafe

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Relaxed cafe serving healthy, organic, and vegetarian options for breakfast, lunch, and brunch.

5138 N Palm Ave

Relaxed cafe serving healthy, organic, and vegetarian options for breakfast, lunch, and brunch.

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