The Waterloo Restaurant

This was my first time at the Waterloo restaurant. All the food was freshly made they used fresh ingredients they have a garden in the back where they get their fresh herbs from. It was a nice atmosphere the environment was quiet enough to talk. But loud enough to wear no one would listen to your conversation. The chowder was so delicious that Geneva bread and that Betty sauce is amazing pairs well together! If you like fresh ingredients this is a place to try.

Great restaurant, food, service, and atmosphere. We were seated promptly and water arrived quickly. The staff was friendly and attentive.The side salad had house made croutons. Restaurants have dropped croutons to my disappointment, so it was great to have them again. The dressing was house made, delicious. My wife had the NY strip and she thought it was the best steak she'd had in years. She is a keto dieter and has become a beef flavor/quality expert. The ribs were great. The sweet BBQ sauce was good with the pork. The pasta we ordered for sides was homemade from scratch pasta that was locally sourced. We asked, everything, the fresh bread, the pasta, the meats, all of the food we were served, was either made from scratch at the Waterloo or locally sourced from nearby farms and bakeries. You could tell. It was really fresh and well made. They have a full bar with a friendly crowd. The old fashioned I ordered was complete with a Luxardo cherry. Waterloo isn't the biggest town in the world but if you're here, definitely visit The Waterloo Restaurant. We came in a half hour before close on a Thursday night and it was a full house. There's an entertaining story about the battle of Waterloo, not with Napoleon, but locally with a stolen canon on the back of the menu. There is a wall that honors local military heros, and they sell some pretty neat merch, including dog toys, although it is a service dog only restaurant.

The Waterloo Restaurant – Good Food with Local Charm and a Few Surprises I recently visited The Waterloo Restaurant in Waterloo, California, to celebrate a friend’s birthday. Our group reserved a table for 12, looking forward to enjoying the evening together. However, when we arrived, the restaurant was quite busy, and we were seated at two separate round tables. We asked if the tables could be moved together so we could all sit as a group, but the staff wouldn’t allow it. Initially, it was disappointing, but given how busy the place was—and considering we did make the reservation somewhat last minute—it’s understandable that they may not have had the flexibility to rearrange things. Despite the seating arrangement, the atmosphere was lively and inviting. One charming detail that stood out was the menu design. The front page of their menu features kids’ drawings, which I was told are from local school children. It was a nice touch that gave the place a warm, community feel. Even with the crowd, the staff remained friendly and attentive, ensuring our drinks were filled and checking in regularly. One thing to note is their policy on shared meals. Two of the ladies in our group decided to share a meal, but they were surprised to see an extra charge for splitting the dish on the check. They weren’t informed about this fee beforehand, and the only notice was printed at the bottom of the menu, which was easy to overlook. It’s unclear what the fee is meant to cover—perhaps the cost of an extra plate? Either way, it was an unexpected cost that could have been communicated more clearly. For my meal, I ordered the Roasted Chicken with a baked potato and a salad. The chicken was flavorful and well-cooked, and the sides complemented the meal nicely. Overall, I was satisfied with the food, and the portion size was generous. However, it’s worth mentioning that The Waterloo Restaurant is on the pricier side. The cost felt a bit steep for what you get, but the food quality was good, and the atmosphere was enjoyable. Overall, The Waterloo Restaurant delivers good food, attentive service, and a cozy ambiance with a touch of local charm. The seating arrangement wasn’t ideal, but given how busy they were and the timing of our reservation, it’s understandable. The surprise meal-splitting fee was a minor inconvenience, but the quality dishes and community-oriented atmosphere made up for it. If you’re aware of the extra charges and are okay with slightly higher prices, it’s a great place to enjoy an evening out.

A friend and I waited for two hours to get a table at the Waterloo restaurant. As soon as we entered, we had a good first impression: the salad and breads were perfect. However, the main dish, a ribeye, came excessively overdone, with darkened meat and a bitter taste. I ended up eating only half, removing the most burned parts, because I was very hungry. On the other hand, the pasta with pesto was impeccable, and the shrimps, simply delicious.

First time here and I love it! The atmosphere, food… the combination complimented each other. But let’s get to the food.. amazing!!! Portion sizes and taste does not disappoint!! I can’t tell you what’s a favorite as they were all so delicious! Their BBQ sauce it in point! If you have not been, it should definitely be on your priority list! I can’t wait to go back!

Steak was good! The butter for the bread was not soft so we could not spread it well. The pesto noodles were good but the noodles were overcooked. The salad needs to go up a notch. Blue cheese dressing would be a nice addition. My margarita was weak and small. Everyone was friendly.

We went here for lunch on the recommendation of a friend. The parking is a small lot and was fairly full. It has a nice atmosphere with baseballs behind glass as you enter. We were seated quickly and our waitress was quite attentive the whole time. It was pricey for a sandwich but everything is going up. They don't have fries so I got a potato salad that was good. The pesto was recommended by our friend and it was good but a bit salty for me. They have a mural on one of the walls that is very well done. I ordered a draft beer that wasn't cold and never cleared up. We will go back, but I will probably skip the draft beer next time. Overall a nice place with a lot to see and an attentive staff.

Everything was great, but we did get someone else's food order. Still love the food, taste was five stars for sure. Alisa was very on point even after she had them cook my wife's steak more.

My wife and I have been coming here for a couple of years now, and it's become our favorite place to celebrate birthdays, enjoy a date night, or bring friends along for a great meal. On our most recent visit, I ordered the steak topped with mushrooms and a side of pesto pasta. The steak? Smoky, flavorful, and always cooked just right--these folks know what they're doing on the grill. And the pesto pasta? Creamy, rich, and packed with flavor in every bite. It's one of those dishes you think about long after the meal's over. Pair it all with a cold pint of Lagunitas, and you've got yourself the perfect night out. Highly recommend checking it out if you haven't already. Consistently great food, relaxed vibe, and a place that feels like home every time we visit.

Been trying to get here to eat but I've literally checked every time they were closed (Monday and Tuesdays) lol Went today and had mimosa , iced tea and today's special was steak sandwich w/ garlic sauce and baked potato. The service was good and kept checking to see if we needed anything . Had water brought to the table immediately (which I always appreciate) The place is pretty big , tables are good for big families and nice view of pictures and sports memorabilia throughout. For a French dip sandwich w/ baked potato and my sandwich (mentioned earlier) w/ a drink (vodka and soda) it all was $95 before tip for 2. Considering today's times this is our new normal. If your passing by w/ family it's a nice place to come to eat , parking lot is always full when opened so plan it in as I made sure to arrive at opening time and by time I left it was filling fast.

The food and drinks were excellent. I had no complaints with the food or drinks. However my complaint was the service. My boyfriend and I felt very rushed to hurry up and get out. That was my impression. Which really sucked because after a long stressful week we both were looking forward to a nice relaxing dinner out of the house. We got served our soup and salad and drinks, then the entrees came. The servers kept coming by several times asking if they could take our plates and we weren't even done yet. We couldn't even relax. By the time I was almost done, she came by again and asked if we wanted boxes. I was like you know what just take it, I don't need a box. My boyfriend even was like you sure you don't want to take your food home. Nope, I was so put off by the experience. We were there a total of maybe an hr if that even ! Even the customers in other tables were receiving the same treatment, one gentleman I heard say I'm only half way finished with my meal. So I know it wasn't just us that was being rushed. The food/drinks were good. But for what we paid to not even have a good time. I doubt we will be back. It really sucks because we were hoping to make this a fun place to go eat and unwind after a long week since it's so close to home.

I would not visit again the food was just not good. Although they are very big hearty portions there was almost no taste to the pastas or other dishes, not even salt. The bbq's were okay in terms of flavor but on the dry and tough side, making unenjoyable. While the restaurant theme is very fun the food is just a no go for me and my family considering the price point of each entree.

The Waterloo is always a great time. I've been feasting there for 30 plus years....Steamers and delicious bread with lots of butter, A great seat at the bar, makes for an all round good place to go when you want to eat great, exceptional service and I love the walls ! See you again good friend

Food is absolutely delicious! If you live ribs your will love there's! Let's not forget about that fresh made pesto pasta! Customer service is amazing! Fast and kind. The ambience gives a country Wild West saloon! I am all for it! Also they have plenty of space!

I first discovered Waterloo on Instagram, and a couple of days ago, when it came time to pick a lunch spot, us gym girlies decided to give it a try. The food did not disappoint! Kellie, the bartender, crafted an absolutely scrumptious Peach Cadillac Margarita. But the real showstopper? The bread pudding. One bite and I knew I'd be back. And sure enough--today I returned just for the bread pudding to-go.

You just can't beat the ambience at the Waterloo, we had seven in our party and were able to get right in. This is a great place if you have a large group to bring them for dinner. We all ordered the ribs, baked potato, hot bread, and a cocktail was made for a fantastic meal. The service was fantastic and you just can't beat the ambience. Highly recommend.

Excellent food excellent experience here in this amazing place. Great service at the bar. Country atmosphere! Awesome pesto pasta !

You know the place has to be good when it's in the middle of nowhere and you're 12th in line on the waiting list on a Saturday night. Easy to get to, from 99 exit onto 88 like you're going to Lockford and it's directly across the street from German Guys. The Hubbs is a big ribs fan and one of his coworkers told him you have to try this place out. Menu is short and everything appears homemade, we knew we wanted to try their ribs and had planned on getting different entrées since it was our first time there, but everyone around us ordered ribs. We were seated near the kitchen and nearly every plate that came out had ribs and the pesto pasta or the Waterloo special with ribs, grilled chicken and pesto pasta. We had a When in Rome moment and we both ordered the Waterloo special. There's no children's menu; however, they do accommodate kids by offering smaller portions at a discounted price. I was hoping to order garlic bread for the Babes, but it wasn't available. The waitress suggested buttered pasta which is a pile of fresh pasta topped with Parmesan for a very reasonable price of $5.95 The Hubbs usually orders a salad with his meals but the only dressing options are their homemade ranch and Italian. My picky eater opted for the soup because he doesn't like either dressings. The soup option was only minestrone which he picked at and I ended up eating. Both the Hubbs and the Babes loved the fresh bread with good butter. When our entrées came out, they're not beautifully plated - no parsley or sliced fruit garnish, just a pile of hot food. Right down to the brown vinyl tablecloth, this is not about pretty, this is about Grubin and boy did we grub! The Waterloo special comes with grilled chicken, which is a quarter piece with the thigh and drum stick attached , ribs, and an additional side. I went with the pesto pasta and the Hubbs had a baked potato with butter only - just how he likes it! From the photos on Yelp, I knew it was going to be more of a creamy pesto and it was. It's more on the mild side and tasted very creamy and salty. The noodles appear homemade and are soft and fluffy rather than al dente. Both the chicken and the ribs are cooked on an hot grill and the meat is moist with the exterior slightly charred. There's no hint of smoke, but what is the true stand out is their amazing barbecue sauce. Their barbecue sauce is so good. You could pour it over an old leather shoe and it would be amazing. We were literally the last guests seated, and the last guests there to leave and the Hubbs baked potato was still fluffy. I looked over and the Hubbs had a pool of barbecue sauce in the middle of his plate. Was it good? Looked over again to a unicorn moment, the Hubbs never finishes his food and there he was with only a pile of bones in front of him! Will we be back? Oh yes, we will with wet wipes! I missed having vegetables with my entrée and next time we go I'll inquire if that's an order option. I would suggest they also have a roll of paper towels at each table. At the suggestion of our waitress, we had the banana bread pudding. OMG huge portion of French bread pudding with two scoops of ice cream, whipped cream and drizzled with caramel and chocolate. So decadent and delicious! I told the Hubbs that it was worth the drive just for the dessert! Of course we took a bottle of BBQ sauce to go. Menu on the table lists it for $5.95 but we were charged $6.50

Amazing. Services was great. Food just as good. Decent prices. Clean restaurant. We come here when driving through.

Came here on a Saturday afternoon. Was able to get a table for three right away. We all ordered the ribs and pesto lunch plate. We also asked for an order of garlic bread to share. The garlic bread was good, it came in six slices. Had a nice crunch and good flavor. The ribs and pesto was a pretty large serving size for lunch. Six ribs that fell off the bone. The sauce was unique, a little sweet and a little salty. You could tell the pasta was homemade, it wasn't al dente, more soft. The pesto was unique as well, kinda creamy, and a little too salty for my taste, but someone else asked for more cheese. It was enough to feed me for two full meals. We asked what the dessert choices were since they usually change and are homemade. We shared a slice of pumpkin cheesecake that was light and fluffy. The crust was nice and thick and it came with a maple leaf shaped cookie on top. The restaurant is pretty big with a lot of pictures and sports memorabilia on the walls showing the history of famous visitors. It came out to $82.75 before tip.

This place has the best BBQ ribs. Fall off the bone tender. Their steaks (ribeyes) are great too. I love the pesto. Great food all around. Haven't ever had a bad or disappointing meal. The service is the best. Fast friendly and efficient. The ambiance is good ole family owned "GIANTS" baseball territory.

I first came here years ago with a group of friends. I'm not sure if I even ate. I always hear about this place and know it's a Stockton staple with a lot of regulars. One of my best friends told me he was having his birthday dinner here I was excited to finally try it out. It's good to know that any meal that you order comes with a soup or a salad. I ended up getting their ribs. It was 10/10. Our waitress was fast & attentive even though it was a busy night. I would come back here with a group of friends or to grab some drinks at the bar.

I met friends here the other day for lunch. We started with some rib ends and calamari. Seriously, the ribs were melt-in-your-mouth tender and so flavorful. The calamari was good as well. Our servers were so friendly and very attentive to our table. It was very busy in the restaurant so food took a long time to come out. For my main course, I went with the steamers (clams). They came with a salad that was very good - super crisp and fresh, and I was thrilled to see garbanzo beans, kidney beans, and beets in the mix! That was a nice unexpected touch. The clams themselves were good, but the broth could have used a little more oomph, flavor-wise. Still, overall a really great meal!

Thursday love the fettuccine , those steaks are delicious too. Great dish nice ambiance too.

If you need a larger space for celebrations, Waterloo is a decent choice for your gathering. They have a spaces inside depending on the size of your group and outdoor seating as well. I wouldn't recommend outdoor with the summer heat. You also get the traffic flying by on hwy 88. We had three tables worth of people and we started at a slow time (4pm on a Thursday), so the service was fast and the servers were nice. They accommodated space for gifts and flowers since the restaurant wasn't full. Since some menu items are only for certain days, I ordered the scampi with pesto. It was a lot of food and dinner came with a salad and bread basket for the table. I definitely took some home because I couldn't finish. They have a full service bar and when you're in a large group it's sometimes nice to be able to quickly order and pay from the bar. The servers were quick with drink orders as well. Overall the food isn't bad. I wish I could've ordered the Calamari, but that's only available on Friday if I remember correctly. Item availability is indicated on the menu. They have different options if you go for lunch vs. dinner, so be sure to check that ahead of time if you would prefer the lunch menu.

When Gayle and I drive to the Bay Area from Genoa (NV), we have 3 main routes, depending on where we're going: 1. US50 then I-80 at Sacramento, followed by I-680 into Walnut Creek. 2. Highway 88 and then through the Delta to Concord. 3. Highway 88 towards Stockton, then I5/205/580 into Livermore then SFO. When we take Option 3, we always keep in mind the possibility of Lunch or Dinner (depending whether we're coming in or going back) at the Waterloo. Their hours haven't always matched with ours, and we've been known to try to time (and route) or trips accordingly. The Waterloo is the kind of place that should have been featured on the old "Road Food" (Jane and Michael Stern) series or Diners Drive Ins and Dives in present day. I'd call it down home friendly, with a fun Western community vibe. Last week we stopped in for Lunch after travelling from SFO (on a flight from Vancouver). I had their special club sandwich with the signature pesto, while Gayle relished her ribs order (again with pesto). That plus draft Guinness for me, wine for me, and great service made for a well played rest stop on the way home. And if you're a SF Giants Fan? Humm Baby!

Don't want to post anything rude but I've Been to this place 4x. Pasta not the best. Steak was medium well when we asked for medium rare. Ordered chicken tenders for my son and got some small burnt barely chicken anything. Overpriced steak and pasta for $70. Go to Outback Steakhouse! Their unlimited bread and butter are bomb and u get to choose ur own steak and it comes out tender and juicy everytime!!

Dined in one a Sunday for lunch, no wait time but they do not seat you until your whole party has arrived I ordered the Waterloo special, chicken ribs and pesto. That is never a miss! My husband ordered the lunch special (steak sandwich) it was a bit on the dry side. Service was great, the waitress was attentive. Food and drinks did not take long to arrive at our table

We had a reservation for dinner. The service was great. The food was okay. My favorite will be the ribs and pesto pasta. I wish there were more steak options. The NY steak was dry in my opinion.

Haven't been here in years the service and food was very good ! The ribs were tender and delicious

Great quality food and the service is always friendly. One thing I always get no matter what is their pesto pasta. That is a must when you go to the Waterloo. I also got their minestrone soup which was super hardy and very tasty. You really can't go wrong with anything on their menu but the Pesto Pasta is something you can't sleep on. Please check them out!

Swung in here off of a refferal from a buddy that lives in the area. Let me tell you it was one solid referral. From appetizers to our main meal to dessert, nothing disapointed. BBQ sauce was excellent, so good we bought to-go bottles. This is now most definately a stop for us everytime we go to Lockeford to get our sausages. Before I conclude this review, I have to tip my hat to the servers for their excellent service and attentivness. The only negative I have to say is that I have been missing out on all of this goodness for years.

Their food is delicious from the steak to the burgers to the calamari everything is wonderful. The staff is excellent and aim to please. It's a bit pricey but that's okay for what you get. We've been eating here for years and just love the place. This place is always packed. So be prepared for a wait. Order a drink or two and relax while you wait. It's worth the wait. Never have I had a bad experience. It can be a bit loud but again that's okay to. It shows everyone is having a great time.

The food is always delicious. My husband and I both ordered the Waterloo which is half ribs, 1/4 of a chicken. My side was pesto and my husband's was spaghetti. We both ordered minestrone soup for our starter. The food is always delicious but I was a tad disappointed with my chicken portion. It was a small chicken thigh and leg. I prefer chicken over any other meat but their ribs are delicious. My husband's portion of chicken was a huge breast (my favorite part of the chicken). I think next time I order, I will request the breast. This will always be our favorite restaurant for steak, we just decided to get something different.

The food and experience was fantastic! The steaks and mixed drinks were perfect. I enjoyed a massive steak and pesto which complimented perfectly. The noodles were fresh and the steak was juicy. I loved seeing all the of celebrities on the wall. It gives a great conversation starter for a date night and/or remembering celebrities and their careers. I even saw retired Raiders! I'll be coming back sooner than later!

Skip it. For $124 the ribs are made by someone who has never been to Texas. I say this because their menu brags about how good their ribs are. There is one constant here, and it is SALT. The ribs, the steak, the pesto, the red sauce. SALT. They buy their bread from a bakery and their draught selection leaves you wanting. If you want to support a local business and receive great service this is the place for you.

I only come here on Fridays for their clam chowder. One of the best. Their service is good yet order take out they take a while to get my order ready when I called 15-20 minutes ahead. Over all climate chowder is the best. BEST!

Food was absolutely disgusting and way overpriced $165 for two people i didnt finish anything as everything tasted off. Soon as i got home i threw up everything then i had diareha for two days. DO NOT EAT here!

Food and service was great. But almost impossible to have conversations due to crazy noise level. Take out instead next time perhaps?

This place was recommended by my husband's friend from work. It was quite a drive for us, but it was worth it. I thought the menus was cute and different. On the front of the menu was kid's drawings/artwork. Each menu displayed a different picture of a kid's drawing. From the other customers and our server, they are known for their pesto. The lady at the table next to us came just for the pesto. She ordered a plate of it. My husband wanted some BBQ, but for his side he ordered the pesto. With all the hype about the pesto, we had to try it. I ordered the pulled pork sandwich with the side of potato salad. Everything was delicious. No complaints! Food was excellent. We shared out plates with each other to try a little of everything. We ordered some dessert, bread pudding! OMG, that was the best bread pudding I ever had. The best!

I want to thank the owner for accommodating us on Mother's Day. We had a larger than planned group and they took us in with no hesitation. The service & food was amazing. Thank you again and Happy Mother's Day!!!

Been wanting to try this place for the longest but every time we came the wait had an outrageous time. Eating here I now see why. First off it's loud here, dive bar type, SF Giants decor everywhere (which I love, Go Gigantes!!!) and reasonable priced drinks, waited 15 minutes and that's where it all begins. Sat at a table in the back, was well lit compared to the bar. The service was the fastest ever had at a restaurant before. I swear the waitress had a blur behind her when she walked. What ever we ordered was on the table under 5 minutes flat. Hot and ready. The food was excellent. I can't even explain on how good the food was. You have to try it yourself. You will not be disappointed.

Wow totally worth the drive down here. A co-worker recommended this place and we finally were able to come down here. We came on a Saturday afternoon , late lunch and it was still packed. The stand is in towards the end of the bar. and the lady came from out of the bar to seat us. She asked if a high table was fine and I told her I was hungry and anywhere was good. She brought us to the back room . It's a nice size place and still packed. The place opens up to a big bar which you can eat at. There is a autographed baseball collection as you enter. Plus in the back room the owner pays tribute to all the local war veteran's which is super nice. A spot for the Giants too. Nice family atmosphere and going out with your friends at the same time. We had a male server who could of been better. The other female servers where hella better. He acted like we didn't matter and were bothering him. But the girls and the food made up for it. While we were ordering I was debating about getting the famous pesto or the home made spaghetti as a side. The lady at the next table said get the pesto since that is all I come here for. So I did and she was not wrong. It was very good and the pasta in it was so fresh and light. Loved it. I ordered the ribs of course. Came down here for BBQ and was not disappointed. It was flavorful and juicy. Will be coming back. Oh first I had a bowl of the minestrone. stacked high and great. It had lots of flavor to. The wife had the pulled pork sandwich which was great to. The potato salad was the bomb. But the star of the show was the bread pudding with ice cream. Didn't even need the ice cream and whipped cream. It was chocolate with some crunch and so moist. We died for it. I get bread pudding where ever we go now because my friend loves it and got me hooked to. It was the best I ever had. Even better than the place in Lake Tahoe. which is saying a lot. We will be back soon even though it is a bit of a drive.

Really good steak! I went there for my birthday. Good cold beer and most importantly, great steak ! I also tried the salad and loaded potato. Service was attentive and friendly. The restaurant is casual with a cowboy vibe. You can tell there are lots of regulars gathering every weekend. I would definitely go back for more steak

Love love Waterloo, my favorite, waiters are amazing , bar is amazing! It's my go to out to dinner. They never disappoint! Pat and tom

Everything on the menu is beyond superb!!! The place is a sort of rustic throwback to the Western days of yesteryear. Wait times are usually not too long, but hey, great things and phenomenal food fills the belly of those who wait!!!

This place is so good when I want some good pasta I know where I'm coming. Forget Olive Garden... I mean, Olive Garden, who? small parking lot and you can miss the place if you don't keep an eye out for the corner definitely recommend to try all pastas. I still haven't got a hold of the seafood pasta so I'll be visiting soon. Also, if you plan to share a plate they will charge you extra so just be aware ahead of time.

I love food. I love home cooking and restaurant fare. I love Michelin Star restaurants and hole in the wall dives, when the food is delicious. Waterloo is a restaurant with a long history and a fun atmosphere. My husband and I were in the area and needed sustenance ASAP. He had been to Waterloo years earlier as had I. We decided to give it a go, and are we so glad we did! The interior is like an old dive bar/saloon, and I mean that in the best and most endearing way. It is the kind of place where there are no pretenses. It's a place where everyone is welcome. We were greeted and promptly seated. Our waitress was an absolute sweetheart and took our order quickly and brought us our food as soon as it was ready. I ordered the pesto pasta with a side of minestrone soup and my husband ordered the cheeseburger. My soup was very tasty and warmed my tummy. The pesto was equally delicious and very filling. My husband said his burger was one of the best he has ever had. It's a good thing that Waterloo is not super close to where we live because we would probably eat there every week! Thankfully it's not too far away so we can still make a trip to get some delicious food.

Arrived 6:15When being seated we're told of calamari special. Went to order they were out of calamari! It is every Friday night special. How can you run out on a Friday night before 630??? We all decided to order other item which were good but not what we wanted. Then dessert is ordered and they came back and told us only one bread pudding was available. again? Out of item on Friday night? We ended up getting the one piece left which came as a bowl of ice cream and whipped cream drizzled with chocolate and Carmel and a tiny piece of bread pudding drowned it all that junk very disappointed. Don't know if I will try again

Food was amazing as always I ordered the salmon I normally come here for the steak which is also good but this time we ordered it with mushrooms and it was even better. The salmon is definitely a recommendation if you love salmon the sauce is like a scampi sauce salmon was cooked perfectly not dry at all. The clam chowder this time was very good I don't remember it tasting good the last time I got it. our waitress and Bust boy was super nice. The only problem was that they don't seat you until your whole party is there which I hate this was only a party of 4 and even though they were nearby we had to wait till they showed up. Oh and the bread pudding was also very good

Went here on a Sunday with the intent on trying the steak sandwich for lunch but I was too late for lunch so I tried the Waterloo Special instead. The ribs were cooked well and the sauce was very good. The chicken was cooked well and was good but nothing to write home about and could have used a little more seasoning. The potato was excellent and cooked through so that was a nice surprise because many restaurants undercook baked potatoes. The service was prompt and very good. I loved the atmosphere in here as it reminded me of the old roadside joints my dad would take me to when I was a kid. Very good comfort food and I look forward to going back for that steak sandwich.

The pesto pasta is to die for and I also had the steam clams, amazing with the pasta on the bottom of the dish. We sat at the bar and Matt was so personable, he even took pictures of my cousin and I. A very quaint place with friendly service. We ended with the coconut cream pie, the best I've ever had. The cream was perfection! I'm from Florida and I would make the trip again to come here.

It was my first time going to this restaurant. We were a party of four and our friend Steve Ding (who is a new elected BOS) treated us out to lunch. I had no clue this restaurant was so popular . It was very busy too. I noticed a lot of pictures of famous people on the wall that visited the restaurant at one point. The restaurant itself looks small from the outside but it's actually pretty big. I would have never guessed a restaurant existed in the area let alone a very popular one. It is located out in the "country" area of Stockton. The service was really good. I like how our waitress checked on us quite frequently to make sure we were ok and she always refilled our drinks. Their chicken noodle soup and pesto pasta is really good. I would definitely order those two again the next time I go back.

Came here to celebrate my dad's birthday and enjoyed every moment of dinner here. We came on a Sunday evening as a walk-in and to our surprise, it was not as busy as we thought it would be. We waited for about 20-30 minutes til we got seated. The restaurant has a full bar and it can get really busy and loud inside. We started off with salads and the shrimp peel and eat appetizer. We ordered the ribs, the ribeye special, the best steak in town, the seafood fettuccini, and a child's plate with ribs and spaghetti. All our dinners came with a choice of soup or salad, Bette's world famous pesto, a baked potato, or their homemade red meat spaghetti sauce. We all opted for the pesto because it is so delicious! Everything was great and I will always be a customer of this restaurant. I wanted to give a shout out to our waitress Betsy and her team! They are all amazing, especially Betsy. They took great care of us and made my dad's birthday dinner amazing!

Food is great yet the menu can use an upgrade. Family style food is good and could've been better. Bar was fun on a Friday!

Heck no never again they lost me. The employees are sweet & the atmosphere is cool but the food is TRASH. Ive been here two times before and my friend gets the steaks and he's always dissapointed . They don't know how to cook medium rare. All their steaks are well done LOL. My favorite was the fettuccine Alberto and I've gotten it before by myself and the quality is shit now. I ordered chicken and instead of grilled juicy chicken the one I got taste like store bought rotisserie chicken . Dude I kid you not there was a few pieces in my meal & it made me want to jag just because the two don't go well. The chicken was that foul. Never ever again. I'm so disgusted. I was there around 4 . That was my first meal after a morning to noon fast, Im normally starving but dang I didn't even finish it because the first few bites made me want to gag.

Food, atmosphere & service are all fabulous! Have been going to Waterloo over many of years. Never disappoints and restaurant is always full of people!