Food Tour Of The Sacramento Delta
Eye on the Bay's Liam Mayclem and Live 105′s number one nightside DJ "Menace", filled up a single tank of gas and went on a tour of the Sacramento Delta. Some of the more eclectic food stops include famed peanut butter and steak sandwiches in Locke and a taxidermy rib joint in Rio Vista. The trip starts out up 680 to Highway 4 West following 160 north to the town of Locke. From there, head south through Walnut Grove, Isleton, and Rio Vista before heading back to the bay.
Al the Wop's
13936 Main Street
Locke, CA 95690
(916) 776-1800
Main street of this Chinese immigrant-built town is little more than an ally. A young Italian named Al opened his joint in 1935. He was known for stirring drinks with his fingers and cutting off ties of overdressed patrons. The place is best known for peanut butter on everything – including the steak.
Wimpy's
14001 W Walnut Grove Road
Walnut Grove, CA 95690
(209) 794-2544
This restaurant is named after the former harbor master, and its roots date back to 1950. The Adams family now runs the diner, where locals stop in for breakfast, lunch and the sirloin bacon Wimpy burger.
Pineapple Chinese Restaurant
22 Main Street
Isleton, CA 95641
(916) 777-6294
The small town is a bit hard to find, but the food is worth the journey. This berg was also settled by Chinese laborers, and is known for its crawdad festival. Pineapple Chinese restaurant started up in the 40′s and is still run by the original family. With brandy and hot mustard in the dipping sauces, the flavors are unforgettable.
Isleton Joe's
212 Second Street
Isleton, CA 95641
(916) 777-6510
www.isletonjoes.com
For a bucket of Isleton's famous crawdads, head to Joe's, where you're sure to find something to satisfy your hunger on a sunny summer day.
Foster's Bighorn
143 Main Street
Rio Vista, CA 94571
(707) 374-2511
www.fostersbighorn.com
This local landmark is known for the collection of game heads hung from the walls. Most of the 255 trophies were shot by local boy Bill Foster who traveled the world to find his game. The last trophy to be hung was a massive elephant head in stuffed in 1952. Locals still jump on the bar and kiss the moose for luck. The Friday lunch specials are a big draw, as are the ribs.
Bull Valley Restaurant
14 Canyon Lake Drive
Port Costa, CA 94569
(510) 787-1135
This town founded in 1883 is home to just a handful of people. This spot is known for its great meats and seafood meals.
Warehouse Café
5 Canyon Lake Drive
Port Costa, CA 94569
(510) 787-1827
The Warehouse serves up beers from around the corner and the world. Try a massive crab cake or a full lobster.
