#5 La Rocca's Ristorante Italiano 6735 N. First, Suite 111, Fresno, CA (559) 431-1278
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 11am-2pm, Dinner 7 Days a Week 4:30-9:30pm
Great Italian food served up in a classy, homey atmosphere. Great service. The owner of La Rocca's will even come out and speak to you personally. This is a favorite restaurant with locals.
#4 Ruth's Chris Steak House 7844 N. Blackstone Ave., Fresno, CA (559) 490-0358
Fabulous service with an a la carte menu. The steaks positivtely melt in your mouth. If you're a chocolate-lover, I highly recommend the chocolate sin cake to share with your fellow patrons. Valet services are available on Friday & Saturday only. Private dining is available for groups.
#3 5 Restaurant 1110 E. Champlain #101, Fresno, CA (559) 434-5553
Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday 4:30-9:30pm, Friday-Sunday 5-10:30pm
Elegant Tuscan California and contemporary Italian dining. Extensive wine list. Enjoy the wine with a cheese platter appetizer and either their filet mignon or rack of lamb. The tastes can't be beat.
#2 Cafe Rousseau 568 E. Olive, Fresno, CA (Tower District) (559) 445-1536
Hours of Operation: Lunch served Tuesday-Friday 11:30am-2pm, Dinner served Tuesday-Saturday 5:30-10pm
Contemporary French cuisine. Prices are reasonable. Their French soup, mushroom ravioli and stuffed NY steak are fabulous. Generous portions. Try a piece of berry pie for dessert. You'll thank me.
#1 Trelio 438 Clovis Ave., Clovis, CA (559) 297-0783
Hours of Operation: Tuesday-Saturday 5:30-9pm
Trelio offers Amercan dining using local farms and ranches to provide seasonal vegetables, wines and meat. Because their chefs use seasonal ingredients, the menu changes throughout the year. You can call ahead for vegetarian dishes or if you have special dietary restrictions. They also provide catering and banquet options. Trelio is a proud supporter and member of the local Slow Foods Organization.