Top 10 Restaurants in Stockton, California, According to Tripadvisor

January 21, 2025

A list of the top ten restaurants in Stockton, California, according to customer reviews on Tripadvisor.

Choices, choices. So many delicious options when you're trying to figure out where to eat in Stockton. We know it can be difficult to decide on your own, so we asked the expert reviewers on Tripadvisor for their favorites to help you decide.

Please note: Chain and franchises were excluded from the list.

1. Market Tavern

Once again coming in high on the list, Market Tavern continues to draw rave reviews. Its diverse menu is a hit with diners, as are the atmosphere and the vegan/vegetarian friendly options. Another element that really wins over customers is the efforts they go through to source all of their ingredients locally. Freshness is something that can't be faked and Market Tavern is all about authenticity. Pro tip: Try the Thai-style Brussels sprouts... they're life changing.

Address: 236 Lincoln Center.Phone: (209) 932-8001.Accepts online reservations: Yes, book at OpenTable.
Take out orders: Yes.

2. Dave Wong's Restaurant

With over 400 reviews, guests at Dave Wong's raved about both the food and the service. This is a great spot for family-style dining, so you can pick out a few options and share. The garlic chicken is also a popular option, with fans saying it's the best you can get in town. Pro tip: Start with the lettuce wrap appetizer.

Address: 2828 W March Lane.Phone: (209) 951-4152.Accepts online reservations: No.Take out orders: Yes.

3. The Waterloo Club

Fans love both the "old timey" vibe and the delicious food at The Waterloo. When it comes to the food, this place is legendary for ribs, chicken, and pesto pasta. Another popular option is the French Dip, which one reviewer praised as "the best I ever had in my life." Another bonus is you can actually buy a bottle (or more) of their BBQ sauce. That way, you can enjoy a bit of The Waterloo whenever you want from the comfort of your own home.

Address: 10447 Waterloo Rd.
Phone: (209) 931-4019.
Accepts online reservations: No.
Take out orders: Yes.

4. El Rancho Inn-Steak & Lobster

If you consider yourself a true carnivore aka a "meat and potatoes" type, then El Rancho is the place you want to try. You'll have your choice of a cut of meat cooked how you like it. A lot of the reviewers raved about the surf and turf options as well, but it's the steaks that are the star. One reviewer even went as far as to say it's the "best meat in town." Another compared their steaks to driving a "European super car," making it hard to go back to anything else after you've had the best.

Address: 1457 East Mariposa Rd.
Phone: (209) 467-1529.
Accepts online reservations: No.
Take out orders: Yes.

5. Mezzo Restaurant

Authentic, multiregional Italian, & Mediterranean cuisine set in a casual environment is what you get at Mezzo—and customers love it! Their hand-crafted pastas, homemade cheeses, and made-from-scratch sauces & soups make up a delicious lineup with the freshest, most wholesome Italian dishes. Plus, they have their full bar featuring "happy hour" drink specials and quite the impressive wine list to pair with your meal. Overall, Mezzo provides an incredible fine dining experience in Stockton.

Address: 3499 Brookside Dr, Suite A.
Phone: (209) 473-7300.
Accepts online reservations: Yes.
Take out orders: Yes, through Spot On.

6. Nena's Mexican Cuisine

Nena's is a Mexican culinary tradition with a fantastic setting, placed right in the Historic Waterfront Warehouse at the Downtown Stockton Marina. Whether it's breakfast, lunch, or dinner, you're going to find your hunger for delicious Mexican cuisine will be thoroughly satisfied. They are well known for their homemade tortilla, which are also great for soaking up extra sauce or rolling a burrito with your side of beans. And don't forget to order some drinks, too. So good!

Address: 445 W. Weber Avenue, #120.
Phone: (209) 547-0217.
Accepts online reservations: No.
Take out orders: Yes.

7. Cocoro Japanese Bistro and Sushi

Read through the reviews of this popular Japanese bistro and you'll see Cocoro's sushi brought up time and time again. Don't be fooled—they love the entire menu, but the sushi really shines here. Located in the heart of the Miracle Mile, it's become a popular go-to spot for people to get lunch while they take a break from browsing the many local shops.

Address: 2105 Pacific Avenue.
Phone: (209) 941-6053.
Accepts online reservations: No.
Takeout Orders: Yes.

8. Midgley’s Public House

It's all about the chowder at Midgley's. Fans love coming here for both lunch and dinner to partake in wings and the prime rib slider, but the clam chowder is the star of the show. Located on the famous Brick Walk in Lincoln Center, be sure to do some shopping in the afternoon and time it right so you can be done around happy hour. You will not be disappointed by this perennial "best of" competitions winner in Stockton. Do yourself a favor and get the fried avocado appetizer. It's phenomenal.

Address: 296 Lincoln Center.
Phone: (209) 474-7700.
Accepts online reservations: Yes, book at OpenTable.
Take out orders: Yes.

9. Yen Du Restaurant

For over 20 years, Yen Du Restaurant has provided amazing Szechwan, Peking and Hunan cuisines to the Stockton community. They're yummy dishes are cooked up with fresh and natural ingredients in a healthy and nutritious manner. Their spicy noodle soup is definitely a favorite that you'll need to try for yourself.

Address: 702 Porter Ave, Ste E.
Phone: (209) 951-3748.
Accepts online reservations:
Take out orders:

10. Angelina's Spaghetti House

If you're in the mood for Italian, then the Tripadvisor reviewers say Angelina's Spaghetti House is the place to go. Many of the reviews rave about the raviolis, so you know they're a big deal here. It's said you'll know an Angelina's ravioli with the very first bite. Add that with their red sauce which is practically a local institution in itself, and you have the makings of a legend.

Address: 1563 E Fremont St.
Phone: (209) 948-6609.
Accepts online reservations: No.
Take out orders: Yes.

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