Top Restaurants 15 Open Saturday near you in Merced, California

Pao Xiong Very good. Huge portion for $35. Can feed 4 adults with one order. Got to try it dry next time to taste all the flavors. Order for pick. 10 mins and its ready. Friendly service. Nice and easy to talk to.

Priscilla Stanley Celebrated my teenager turning 16 there. Owner brought out free dessert. Had a great time.

W chen Really good flavor on the noodle soup! Thai tea was good also. Friendly family owned take out restaurant in the back of Mercado. Must try!

Edna Correa We were out of town visiting Yosemite and stopped here for lunch on our way back home. As a Mexican, I can honestly say this place is really good! We ordered the Milanesa de Pollo, and it was simply delicious. The breaded chicken, rice, and potatoes were all cooked perfectly — it truly reminded me of home in Mexico. The micheladas and aguas frescas were also great, and the entire team was kind and friendly. Highly recommended!

Sonia Olmos From the moment we walked in, the owner, Sam, made us feel so welcome. He took great care of us and turned our visit into a culinary experience. He explained the dishes, answered our questions, and even brought us an appetizer (sev puri) that was absolutely amazing. We tried the butter chicken, chicken curry, naan, and the aloo tikki chaat. Everything was incredibly fresh, full of flavor, and made with great quality ingredients. The naan was honestly some of the best bread I’ve ever had. I left feeling not only full, but excited that we stepped out of our comfort zone and discovered something delicious. We will definitely be back! Highly recommend Masala Express if you’re looking to try something new or crave authentic, flavorful Indian food.

Edward Dixon The menu was not very big but the food was excellent

Michael Hermosillo About a month ago I stopped here by chance because the party I was with suggested it. Upon entering I was immediately impressed by the vibe and atmosphere. Its not a club, but its a step up from a bar. The food is great; its not a traditional Mexican cuisine menu, because its more along the lines of "street vendor" or "food truck" selections. The michelada shrimp blew me away the very first time I ate it. However, the main reason you should attend this spot is because of the customer service. On my very first visit I met a bartender named Denise. I instantly felt like a priority while sitting at the bar. She was attentive and kind, and the joy she portrayed while working didnt seem forced our generic. She truly loves and enjoys doing what she does. Ive been visiting this location every weekend since my first visit. Many times Denise is the only bartender behind the counter and this place gets packed sometimes; never once did I notice Denise miss a customer or cause a complaint. She stands on business and commands the room while shes at the helm, a true "go getter." She always wears a smile and makes you feel appreciated. If youre ever in the mood for spicey lime flavored shrimp and an ice cold beer; you need to come try this place. You will not be disappointed.

S “Devyn” We have been 3 times and it’s fantastic each time. Incredibly consistent, and as a food service worker myself that’s super important to me. Pizza is so good, meatballs are perfect, and I want to be buried with a pint of their pink sauce. You can tell everything is house made and they have wonderful standards for taste and consistency. Even ordering Togo, it’s well packaged and fresh. Service has always been wonderful. It’s a bit loud inside, but not so much so it would keep me away. I’ve only lived in Merced about a year, but I’m an avid restaurant goer and have tried many of the local joints already. I would easily rate this one in my top 3.

N. M. Update** I came back about a year and a half later and it was a great experience. They seated us right away and asked us if wed like to eat inside or outside. We picked outside and they sat us next to this cute little waterfall. The waitress was very kind and the food was amazing. I got the country benedict and my sister got the biscuits and gravy combo. We both loved our food and it was filling. Overall wonderful experience and I would love to come back sometime.

Drish A great diner experience. Good food and fantastic hospitality from the owner, Scott. The NY strip steak was perfectly cooked (we had one medium-rare and one medium-well), and the service was attentive.

Charles Schlinger I went to the bar are to watch football. The service was exceptional. She kept us filled up and continued to look after us. I got the fish taco and shrimp taco. The food was fresh and delicious! The bar area was clean and the furniture looked new. My only complaint was that the Lions lost. That wasnt the restaurants fault!

Jay Wu Located in the quaint downtown of Merced, the little oven is dishing out the only New York style pizza in a 60 mile radius. Personally drove from Fresno to try it because somebody mentioned it on social media and I’m glad we did. It is quite good. Pizza is super thin. The undercarriage is cooked great and there’s no flop at all.

Pachee Thao The waffles here are amazing! I had the all-American platter with scramble eggs, bacon, and 1/2 size waffles topped with whipped cream and strawberries. It was delicious. I didnt need syrup at all for the waffles. My kids said the waffles with strawberries and cream tasted like a funnel cake. This place is our 1st breakfast pick.

Lynn Soto I needed a place to host my mothers 90th birthday party. I am very happy that I selected Bella Luna. I traveled 2 hours to Merced and when I arrived, staff was prepared and waiting for us. The room set up was just as we discussed and they were very accommodating when I asked for an extra table to display photos. The wait staff, Sara and Trey, were wonderful to work with and handled our group with ease. We wanted for nothing. Food was delicious!! Everything was well prepared. The short ribs melted in your mouth and the chicken picatta was moist and tender. The foccacia breadsticks and Tuscan meatballs were also a huge hit! Thank you to everyone at Bella Luna for making the day so special and perfect for my mother. ❤️

Citlaly Garcia Morales The food was great and so was the service. Our server, Monica, was super nice and took her time with us despite us being a party of 8 with three kids. She was very attentive and helpful.