Guidebook for Fresno
Food Scene
Geno's Sandwiches & Salads
Best sandwiches in town!
Noodle Q Home Style Fresh Noodles and Sushi
2648 E Ashlan AveHomemade noodles with delicious brisket and beef broth.
Thai House The
1069 E Shaw AveRated best Thai Food in Fresno for many years!
Benaddiction
10063 W Bullard AveGreat for Eggs Benedict lovers!
Piazza Del Pane Italian Cafe
799 W Palmdon DrAMAZING Sunday Brunch with bottomless bloody marys and mimosas!
Senor Aji Peruvian Kitchen
6701 N Milburn AveOut of this world ceviche and Peruvian cuisine!
Most romantic date night spot with authentic homemade pasta and Italian dishes.
13 locals recommend
Oggi Cosi Si Mangia
1110 N Van Ness AveMost romantic date night spot with authentic homemade pasta and Italian dishes.
CASA de TAMALES
Amazing vegan tamale options!
Raw Fresno
2405 Capitol StAmazing fare for vegans and organic raw food lovers!
The Revue
620 E Olive AveDelicious local coffee brews.
Hi-Top Coffee
1306 N Wishon AveStrongest coffee buzz in town!
Ampersand Ice Cream
1940 N Echo AveAmazing and unique local ice cream flavors.
La Boulangerie
730 W Shaw AveBest bakery in town!
This place serves the strongest drinks and the best homemade clam chowder!
19 locals recommend
Livingstone's Restaurant & Pub
831 East Fern AvenueThis place serves the strongest drinks and the best homemade clam chowder!
Enjoy this beautiful nursery turned local music venue and food truck tour!
46 locals recommend
Gazebo Beer Garden
3204 N Van Ness BlvdEnjoy this beautiful nursery turned local music venue and food truck tour!
Shopping
Manchester Center
1901 E Shields AveNewly remodeled shopping center with movie theater and restaurants.
Best Mall in Fresno with popular shopping spots like Macy's, Forever 21, Apple, and Sephora.
48 locals recommend
Fashion Fair Mall
645 E Shaw AveBest Mall in Fresno with popular shopping spots like Macy's, Forever 21, Apple, and Sephora.
Beautiful mall, great for families, with a theater, shopping, and eateries.
33 locals recommend
Sierra Vista Mall
1050 Shaw AveBeautiful mall, great for families, with a theater, shopping, and eateries.
Gilroy Premium Outlets
681 Leavesley RdClosest Outlets for major brands and savings!
Drinks & Nightlife
My very favorite watering hole. A micro brewery and a live music venue featuring a pirate ship, and they allow dogs! Super fun, with a patio and food trucks every weekend.
34 locals recommend
Goldstein's Mortuary and Delicatessen
1279 N Wishon AveMy very favorite watering hole. A micro brewery and a live music venue featuring a pirate ship, and they allow dogs! Super fun, with a patio and food trucks every weekend.
Beautiful crafted cocktails and romantic mood for a glitzy night out.
16 locals recommend
Lucy's Lounge
733 E Olive AveBeautiful crafted cocktails and romantic mood for a glitzy night out.
This place is a hidden gem. It is a 1920's prohibition style speakeasy! You need to make reservations, and there is a dress code, along with hushed words and a secret passcode. I recommend for anyone looking for a unique night out!
6 locals recommend
The Library at Detention
750 E Olive AveThis place is a hidden gem. It is a 1920's prohibition style speakeasy! You need to make reservations, and there is a dress code, along with hushed words and a secret passcode. I recommend for anyone looking for a unique night out!
Fab
716 E Olive AveThe most FABulous nightclub! LGBT friendly and super fun for dancing.
Music venue with shows every weekend! Also a restaurant and bar with great drinks and a casual scene.
9 locals recommend
Strummer's Bar & Grill
833 E Fern AveMusic venue with shows every weekend! Also a restaurant and bar with great drinks and a casual scene.
Sightseeing
This historic underground garden is a destination in Fresno and a one of a kind discovery!
132 locals recommend
Forestiere Underground Gardens
5021 W Shaw AveThis historic underground garden is a destination in Fresno and a one of a kind discovery!
Entertainment & Activities
Amazing new African Adventure exhibit just added a new baby rhino!
150 locals recommend
Fresno Chaffee Zoo
894 W Belmont AveAmazing new African Adventure exhibit just added a new baby rhino!
Island Waterpark
6099 W Barstow AveBest place to cool off during the hot Fresno Summers!
China Peak Mountain Resort
59265 CA-168Best skiing and snowboarding in the Sierras!
Arts & Culture
Watch a play while you enjoy a delicious catered meal!
33 locals recommend
Roger Rocka's Dinner Theater
1226 N Wishon AveWatch a play while you enjoy a delicious catered meal!
Kearney Mansion Museum
7160 W Kearney BlvdFresno Art Museum
2233 N First StParks & Nature
Large and sprawling park with a Fenced Dog Park, Picnic Tables/BBQ, Disc Golf Course, Jogging/Horseback Riding Trails, San Joaquin River Access, and Bird Watching.
83 locals recommend
Woodward Park
Large and sprawling park with a Fenced Dog Park, Picnic Tables/BBQ, Disc Golf Course, Jogging/Horseback Riding Trails, San Joaquin River Access, and Bird Watching.
The most beautiful Japanese Garden, pristine and maintained, with peacocks and Koi fish.
23 locals recommend
Shinzen Japanese Garden
114 W Audubon DrThe most beautiful Japanese Garden, pristine and maintained, with peacocks and Koi fish.
Lake just 15 minutes drive, you can kayak, go boating, or relax on the beach.
51 locals recommend
Millerton Lake
Lake just 15 minutes drive, you can kayak, go boating, or relax on the beach.
Wonderful for visiting the mountain lakes and local hiking trails!
25 locals recommend
Sierra National Forest
Wonderful for visiting the mountain lakes and local hiking trails!
Quick drive up 168 East, you can rent jet skis, boats, or picnic on the beach. During winter you can sled down the banks!
105 locals recommend
Shaver Lake
Quick drive up 168 East, you can rent jet skis, boats, or picnic on the beach. During winter you can sled down the banks!
View Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, Yosemite Valley, and more!
995 locals recommend
Yosemite National Park
View Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, Yosemite Valley, and more!
Be sure to visit the oldest and largest Giant Sequoia named General Sherman!
393 locals recommend
Sequoia National Park
Be sure to visit the oldest and largest Giant Sequoia named General Sherman!
Free to use and on public land, these natural hot springs are a sight for sore feet after a hike! They are hot, with natural minerals and if you park at the nearby resort, they will give you a map of the area and point you in the direction of the nearest pool.
17 locals recommend
Mono Hot Springs
Free to use and on public land, these natural hot springs are a sight for sore feet after a hike! They are hot, with natural minerals and if you park at the nearby resort, they will give you a map of the area and point you in the direction of the nearest pool.