The largest and most important city in the fertile Central San Joaquin Valley, Fresno comprises people from 80 different nationalities, who have set up home here. Fresno has an eventful history which has led to settlers from Scandinavia, China, Germans, Russians, Japanese, Armenians and a large Hispanic population. A melting pot of cultures, Fresno exudes a welcoming warmth towards outsiders. The heartfelt hospitality of Fresnans is reflected in the restaurant industry that flourishes here. Restaurant owners are on a first name basis with their customers, who true to their Fresnan origins, remain loyal patrons. Restaurants in Fresno serve some of the finest quality USDA beef , pork chops, pork loin medallions, filet mignon, beef brochettes. Some of them serve award winning selections of wines. Tioga Sequoia Brewing Company is a local brewing company that serves some great beer. Like the people that live here, cuisines too come from around the world. So you can enjoy wonderful creamy lasagna with meat sauce, or you can chomp on a hearty American breakfast of pancakes and waffles. Many of the old restaurants in Fresno have a long history, and are run by families. These restaurants offer some of the freshest food at affordable costs. Unlike the rest of the cities in California which put a premium on style, the restaurants in Fresno seek to stand out in their hospitality and service.
So when you visit Fresno you may want to visit the Island Water Park, or polish your knowledge of art at the Fresno Art Museum, or just decide to hang out at the Tower District you can always have your choice of food- starting from vegan to primal.
Here is a list of restaurants where you can have finger licking good food or just drop by for a chat with the friendly owner.
Restaurant Name | Address | Phone Number |
Dog House Grill | 2789 E Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93710 | (559) 294-9920 |
Castillo’s Mexican Food | 3659 E Ventura Ave, Fresno, CA 93702 | (559) 485-1635 |
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar | 639 E Shaw Ave #149, Fresno, CA 93710 | (559) 222-5823 |
Max’s Bistro | 1784 W Bullard Ave, Fresno, CA 93711 | (559) 439-6900 |
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse | 715 E Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93710 | (559) 570-1900 |
Hunan Chinese Restaurant | 6716 N Cedar Ave #104, Fresno, CA 93710 | (559) 297-0336 |
Plaza Ventana Mexican Restaurants | 3173 W Shaw Ave #101, Fresno, CA 93711 | (559) 228-8073 |
Phoenician Garden Mediterranean Bar and Grill | 1025 E Herndon Ave #106, Fresno, CA 93720 | (559) 261-2747 |
Livingstone’s Restaurant & Pub | 831 E Fern Ave, Fresno, CA 93728 | (559) 485-5198 |
Fresno Breakfast House | 2085 W Bullard Ave, Fresno, CA 93711 | (559) 431-1385 |
Sal’s Mexican Restaurant | 7476 N Fresno St, Fresno, CA 93720 | (559) 438-3030 |
Manhattan Restaurant | 1731 W Bullard Ave, Fresno, CA 93711 | (559) 449-1731 |
The Lime Lite | 1054 W Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93711 | (559) 224-1054 |
Parma Restaurant | 6729 Palm Ave #101, Fresno, CA 93704 | (559) 432-3389 |
Cosmopolitan Tavern & Italian Grill | 1546 Fresno St, Fresno, CA 93706 | (559) 266-8662 |
Palms | 7550 N Palm Ave, Fresno, CA 93711 | (559) 438-0500 |
Organic Fresno | 903 N Parkway Dr, Fresno, CA 93728 | (559) 284-3976 |
Rancheros Mexican Restaurant | 9525 N Sommerville Dr, Fresno, CA 93720 | (559) 434-2324 |
Ovidio Italian Restaurant | 3097 W Bullard Ave, Fresno, CA 93711 | (559) 435-1396 |
Guadalajara Restaurant | 3020 N Weber Ave, Fresno, CA 93705 | (559) 268-9528 |