01
Best overall pick
Apple Annie's
Tulare – Near Highway 99 • Homey American Restaurant And Bakery • Go-To For Comfort Classics Any Time Of Day
A Tulare standby for huge portions of classic American comfort food, fresh pies, and friendly, small-town service.
If you only have time for one sit-down meal near Delft Colony, Apple Annie's is the most reliable crowd-pleaser. The menu runs from chicken-fried steak and turkey dinners to burgers and hearty breakfasts, plus a dessert case full of pies that locals genuinely plan trips around. It is the kind of place where servers recognize regulars and road-trippers feel like they have found a local secret.
02
Best steakhouse atmosphere
Cool Hand Lukes
Tulare – Prosperity Avenue Corridor • Western-Themed Steakhouse And Bar • Best For Steak Night And Big Appetites
A Western-style steakhouse known for generous cuts, bold flavors, and a lively, saloon-like dining room.
Cool Hand Lukes is where Tulare County residents head when they want a proper steak without driving to a big city. The menu leans into charbroiled steaks, ribs, and hearty sides, with a full bar and plenty of booths for families and groups. It works just as well for a casual date night as it does for celebrating a birthday after a day on the road.
03
Best casual Mexican stop
Figaro's Mexican Grill
Tulare – East Tulare • Casual Mexican Grill • Best For Quick, Flavorful Mexican Plates
A bright, casual spot serving generous burritos, combination plates, and fresh salsas at fair prices.
Figaro's is a reliable choice when you are craving Mexican food without a long wait. You will find well-stuffed burritos, combo plates with rice and beans, and plenty of chips and salsa to keep the table happy. It is an easy pull-off for farm crews, families, or anyone driving between Delft Colony and Tulare who wants something satisfying but informal.
04
Best for date night
La Piazza Ristorante Italiano
Tulare – Downtown Core • Upscale-Casual Italian Restaurant • Best For Lingering Dinners And Celebrations
A polished Italian spot in downtown Tulare, known for pastas, steaks, and a quieter, more refined dining room.
La Piazza offers a change of pace from the area’s diners and grills, with white tablecloths, wine, and a menu built around Italian favorites. Expect classics like chicken piccata, rich pastas, and well-seasoned steaks, all in a setting that feels right for an anniversary or a nicer night out. It is worth the extra few minutes of driving from Delft Colony when you want a slower, more restaurant-focused evening.
05
Best road-trip stop
Bravo Farms Restaurant and Cheese Shoppe
Traver – Highway 99 Stop • Rustic Roadside Restaurant And Market • Best For Families And Travelers
A quirky Highway 99 stop pairing casual eats with local cheeses, souvenirs, and kid-friendly attractions.
Just up Highway 99 from Delft Colony, Bravo Farms is part restaurant, part roadside attraction, and very kid-friendly. You can grab burgers, salads, and Mexican-inspired plates, then wander through the cheese shop, gift areas, and outdoor spaces to break up a long drive. It is especially handy if you are traveling with a mixed group and want both a meal and a quick stretch-your-legs stop in one place.