Martinez Restaurants

We went for my birthday and had a wonderful time. Our waitstaff was outstanding and the food was tasty. Love this neighborhood gem.

Celebrating my sister-in-law's birthday. Food exceptional, drinks top tier. Kevin and Ken are the most personable hosts. Baxters is the go to restaurant in Benicia

It was my first time at BVR and I will recommend it most for families who want an upscale dining experience and couples out on a date. I went with two foodies who own their own restaurant, so they are the types that notice every single element about a restaurant - lighting, decor, noise level, heat of the dishes coming out, plating, timing, etc. And they were delighted with every element of our dining experience. Plates are substantial - you're not going away hungry. Wine list is very well-curated, great glass pours and good bottle choices up and down the price range; and the cocktail list is super interesting. Also - great for families. Lots of tables had young kids of different ages and it was a perfect mix of young and old, young couples and also families. Wasn't too noisy either, clearly they've work hard on that. Highlights - fried chicken, and order all the sides to share. Pork chop was big and lots of great mesquite-y smoky flavor. Beets with burrata, CRAB CAKES!

Sailor Jack's is one of our regular places for leisurely lunches on the water! The tent or outdoor patio seating is the way to go on a nice day. Recently we had some excellent oysters, a wedge salad, clam chowder and a very tasty tuna poke app with wonderfully crispy won tons (they were a little stingy with the avocado, but no stars taken). Our waiter, George was excellent. The deck/patio is the place to be on a mild, sunny day for a beautiful water view. While food prices have jumped (like everywhere), their wine list remains very reasonable. Reservations are recommended.

The Swedish meatballs were a wonderful wintry comfort food dish.