22 Fresno / San Joaquin Valley Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

by OpenTable

Updated February 06, 2019

Whether your idea of a good time is a fancy, festive dinner out or cold sesame noodles and binge-watching on the couch, we're here to help you find it—since the greatest love of all is the love of food. Dig in.

Market Tavern Stockton

4.6

4.6 (2423)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Stockton

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

ShirleyZ

Dined 2 days ago

Great service & food!

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Popular dish

Eggs Benedicts

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Thai Style Brussels Sprouts

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Skirt Steak Wood Fired

Campagnia

4.6

4.6 (789)

$30 and under

Californian

Fresno

About the restaurant

Campagnia Bistro is located in the heart of the upscale Woodward Park area in north Fresno at the corner of Champlain and Perrin. Campagnia Bistro offer eclectic California cuisine prepared by award winning Chef Floro Bugnosen. If this is your first visit to Campagnia we recommend the Alaskan Halibut (when in season) a neighborhood favorite, the succulent Rack of Lamb or Chef Floro’s signature Grilled Pork Chop. Campagnia features an extensive wine list and has been recognized by Wine Spectator Magazine with the “Award of Excellence”.

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Jill

Dined on Jan 3, 2025

Excellent service and we were able to sit on the patio because they have great heaters that keep it very comfortable. The food was perfect and we had a wonderful evening!

Black Angus Steakhouse - Bakersfield

4.6

4.6 (1375)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Bakersfield

About the restaurant

WE’VE BEEN MASTERING OUR CRAFT SINCE 1964, so you could say we know a thing or two. Our cuts are aged at least 21 days, seasoned to excellence, expertly flame-grilled and served up just the way you like it. You’ve earned it. Whether you’re here to throw back a couple with old friends or trying to finish off the High Noon Feast on your own, there’s always a seat for you. So here’s to the nights you can’t remember and the steaks you won’t forget.

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colleen

Dined 3 days ago

Thank you so much had my friends 75th Birthday party , it was the best time and the service was excellent Jorge was excellent and the hostess and bus boy were the greatest. Thank you Nathaniel

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4.8

4.8 (1684)

$30 and under

Bistro

Fresno

About the restaurant

Max’s is regarded as one of the finest restaurants in the Central Valley. Our rustic California Cuisine and Gallery setting features local artist Tomas Panzarino. Max’s has welcomed Fresno visitors and our local neighbors for over 10 years. We are dedicated to using fresh local produce along with our house made artisan breads to insure a quality and healthy dining experience. The same quality and freshness is found in all the cocktails from our bar. Premium liquors, hand squeezed juices and muddled berries create our exceptional and award winning martini’s. We look forward to your visit!

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Bob

Dined 1 day ago

The staff really took good care of us. They sat us where it was quiet so we could converse easily. Since It was our first date we really appreciated them doing that.

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Fresno

4.4

4.4 (1324)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Fresno

About the restaurant

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Fresno, CA serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.

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Jeff

Dined 2 days ago

We had a wonderful meal as always. RC’s does steak so well and they are consistent with each visit. Sides are always spot on too.

Prime Table

4.7

4.7 (1627)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Stockton

About the restaurant

New steakhouse venture from the proprietors of Market Tavern.

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Blade

Dined 4 days ago

I will definitely be back. I wish I had remembered our server's name. She was a slender white woman who did a great job.

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Midgley's Public House

4.2

4.2 (1409)

$30 and under

American

Stockton

About the restaurant

**HAPPY HOUR DISCLOSURE Happy hour is walk in only and limited to the bar, and the bar side of our patio. Adding notes to your reservation requesting happy hour does not guarantee you a happy hour table.

Our menu is a true California Cuisine, offering a wide array of steaks, seafood, appetizers, soups, salads sandwiches and burgers, and creative desserts. We have a hand picked wine and cocktail list and a fun atmosphere.

We also offer "whole pig" dinners that must be pre ordered.

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PatriciaVIP

Dined 7 days ago

My experience was amazing! I love dining here. Their menu is simple yet satisfying and the food is always delicious!

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Verona Cucina Italiana

4.7

4.7 (661)

$30 and under

Italian

Modesto

About the restaurant

The freshest ingredients available are used in our classic Northern Italian recipes. We only use fresh seasonal fish -- never frozen. Our classical bolognese sauce is a favorite in the community.

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AntonioVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Food was excellent, the fish plates were great, service was fantastic. Will return soon, only problem is they are closed on Sundays, which I work in the Bay Area and Sunday is really the only day I have the time to enjoy Modesto.

Vintage Steakhouse - Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino

4.6

4.6 (1729)

$31 to $50

American

Fresno

About the restaurant

The Vintage Steakhouse features a warm, classic setting replete with rich mahogany booths and chairs, and distinctive nostalgic art that welcomes its guests to this intimate and relaxing atmosphere. The intimate atmosphere is elegant yet relaxed. Selections include hand selected “All Natural” USDA certified Black Angus grain fed beef broiled over an open flame; perfectly cooked chops of veal and lamb; along with chicken and the freshest seafood.

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Melba

Dined 1 day ago

Celebrating my husbands birthday. Food was on point.

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5.0

5 (773)

$30 and under

Wine Bar

Modesto

About the restaurant

We are a small, locally owned wine cafe striving to provide great service, and great food in a comfortable atmosphere. Serving affordable wines from all over the world as well as panini, charcuterie, cheeses, and salads. We source both locally and internationally providing an array of options that you are sure to enjoy. We can't wait to see you.

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Patty

Dined on Dec 28, 2024

Super friendly. We were quickly greeted and seated by the owner Damon. Wine selection is impressive. It continues to change over the years , always replacing a selection with a better one. We chose the whipped feta appetizer. Delicious and just the right amount for 4 people to share. I was so happy to see their lemon chicken orzo soup on the specials menus. Added that to a chicken pesto, apple, & Brie panini and my evening was perfect. Excellent food, excellent service, always a treat to visit Camp 4 in downtown Modesto.

Ernie's Food & Spirits

4.8

4.8 (735)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Manteca

About the restaurant

Ernie’s Food & Spirits
The crossroads of cultivation, connection, and creativity. We strive to connect our craft of creating unique, locally inspired, and seasonally curated food with emotionally invested service.
The relationships we have created with local farmers, cultivators, brewers, and distillers, share the core ideals of our emotional investment. We are proud of our centralized location with seven major highways or interstate routes within twenty minutes of our front door. As we conceived our identity, we became fond of connecting our guests to the highest quality food and beverage our area had to offer. We have diligently partnered with local farmers to raise our own plots of fruits and vegetables, cheese makers to provide farmstead cheese, distillers who utilize the bounty around us, and brewers that strive to create the highest quality crafted product as we do in our restaurant. We look forward to connecting you to our ideals.

Thank you,
The Ernie's Family

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Stephen

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent food and service. Similar or better than what you would find in San Francisco’s best restaurants without the drive. Definitely 5 star quality.

Double LL Steak House & Saloon

4.2

4.2 (103)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Visalia

About the restaurant

Double LL Steak House & Saloon in Visalia, California has been in operation since 1995. It's become known for its bone in ribeye and other menu items from the grill. The rib eye dinner is also very popular and comes with a loaded potato. You can also add sides like the garlic bread or bleu cheese salad. Most customers don't even bother with sauce at Double LL Steak House & Saloon because the meat is cooked over oak. This includes the filet mignon.

There are plenty of cocktails at Double LL Steak House & Saloon worth considering. If you like martinis, for example, you'll want to consider the many options.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jun 30, 2024

Great local place to eat. Friendly staff and excellent service.

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