Head To The Suburbs Of Northern California To Visit Mac’s Old House, A Charming, Old-Fashioned Restaurant

You can find almost any kind of restaurant in the suburbs – national chains, upscale A-list establishments, quaint bakeries, greasy spoons, and so on. But there’s just something about an old-fashioned restaurant that’s been a neighborhood icon for what seems like forever – so much so that your grandparents still frequent or talk about it. Come along as we explore this Northern California ‘burb favorite that still draws folks in after all these years.

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If you blink you might miss it, as—except for the sign out front—it looks just like a home your elders may have purchased decades ago. And that’s part of the story. In 1925 its namesake Floyd "Mac" McKinney built the home, and a little over 25 years later part of it was converted into a bar.

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Today you’ll find multigenerational family members from all over the area where the restaurant sits, as well as newcomers and tourists passing through, who come to enjoy the classic setting and traditional old-fashioned family-style dinners.

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At Mac’s, it’s a great item to have with their delicious Italian salad and crusty French bread.

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Cooked to order, it is one of the most popular entrees. If you’re a big eater, order the extra cut (and be sure to loosen your belt!). Carnivore specialties also encompass ground round and ribeye steaks, as well as succulent grilled chicken breasts, and old-world pasta dishes.

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And like many items on the menu, you can request that it be prepared Cajun-style, as shown above.

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Other fish options include salmon and calamari steaks. All meals include Mac’s hot baked bread, minestrone soup, fresh sautéed vegetables, pasta, and salad. The drinks here are another old-world element, simply stated on the menu as Singles, Doubles, Triples, and Calls - and at throwback prices too!

Another old-fashioned restaurant aspect here? Mac’s is still a cash-only establishment! Now how’s that for a neighborhood relic?

A classic setting, traditional old-fashioned family-style dinners, and a warm neighborly welcome. That’s just the beginning of what you’ll experience at Mac’s Old House!

Have you eaten at Mac’s Old House? If so, we’d love to see your photos and hear about your experience there. You can also see more photos on their Facebook page.

If you drive to Mac’s via the San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge, you may be interested in this interesting time-lapse video showing its construction.