Northern California is a great place to be if you consider yourself a “foodie.” After all, our region of the state is home to an endless amount of amazing restaurants, bakeries, markets, and so much more. In fact, there’s one destination in our state that’s ALL of those things, and then some. The Fruit Yard may seem like a typical roadside fruit market, but it’s actually so much more. It’s a one-stop-shop for any food-related needs and desires you may have, so stop on by and check it out!
Attention, foodies! There's one spot that you'll definitely want to be aware of if you love fresh fruits and vegetables, fine dining, and fantastic scenery. The Fruit Yard has all of the above, plus so much more, and it's worth checking out.
The Fruit Yard has been a treasured destination in Stanislaus County since 1977. Located in Modesto, the award-winning facility is located on 90 acres of fruit orchards and it makes for an awesome place to spend the day indulging in delicious food.
It's hard to classify exactly what The Fruit Yard is. Is it a venue? A fruit market? A restaurant? A banquet center? Simply put, it's everything! It's a place to enjoy good food in a beautiful environment, all while making unforgettable memories.
You'll enjoy a vast selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables at the on-site fruit market. Of course, the market specializes in their own crops which includes cherries, apricots, peaches, plums, and nectarines.
But wait, that's definitely not all. The Fruit Yard also boasts a BBQ Deli and Bakery. Enjoy delicious tri-tip, chicken, ribs, and so much more from the outdoor Mesquite BBQ. Afterward, be sure to stop by the bakery and pick up one of their famous fresh-baked pies to take home with you.
For a more formal experience, you can instead opt for a meal at the Fruit Yard's restaurant. Open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., the restaurant is notable for their fantastic daily specials which includes prime rib on Wednesday and Saturday, roasted turkey on Thursday, and all-you-can-eat beef ribs on Sunday.
In fact, the restaurant boasts several all-you-can-eat experiences that are worth trying out when you have a big appetite. From the Sunday Brunch Buffet to the Friday Night Seafood Extravaganza, this place serves up world-class dishes in abundance!
The Fruit Yard may be best known for hosting banquets and concerts, but it turns out this place is so much more than your average event venue. You definitely won't be going hungry when you visit this unique market, restaurant, and deli, so stop by soon for some fantastic eats.
