Crave-worthy food is most certainly easy to find in Lathrop. The city lends itself to a more relaxed lifestyle, which leaves lots of time to eat out, shop and hike, bike or fish along the nearby San Joaquin River. There’s quite a variety of excellent local restaurants to choose from for date nights or just a delicious meal you didn’t have to cook yourself. Read on for our picks for the best restaurants in Lathrop, less than 10 minutes away from Stanford Crossing.
Top Dining in Lathrop
Cuisine: Japanese
This sushi bar is an easy favorite. It offers a wide range of traditional, vegan, vegetarian and even kid-friendly options. They get fresh fish from the Bay Area daily, so the quality of their sushi is especially impressive. It is a sit-down restaurant with waiter service, but they also offer take-out and catering.
Distance from Stanford Crossing: 5 minutes (1.3 miles)
Must Order: We’ve got to go with the Chef’s Special Lathrop Roll as our favorite on the menu, but for a good variety, we recommend one of their Nigiri Sashimi Plates like the Sashimi Moriawase. Upgrade it to the Deluxe Sashimi Moriawase for a special treat.
Cuisine: Peruvian
Like any good Peruvian restaurant, the seafood dishes are outstanding here. Their menu is rich with several authentic chicken and beef dishes, plus some options for the kids. You can dine in or take out.
Distance from Stanford Crossing: 6 minutes (1.8 miles)
Must Order: As you would suspect, they serve excellent ceviche here. We’re also big fans of their Arroz Chaufa De Mariscos with rice, shrimp, calamari, black mussels, green mussels, shrimp, scrambled eggs, green onion, bell peppers and a touch of Peruvian soy sauce.
Cuisine: Mexican
This is Mexican food on the fancy side with a modern atmosphere. The plates are gorgeous with a mix of different Mexican cuisines. They are great for all kinds of events and special occasions or just a night out. They do offer dine-in or take-out.
Distance from Stanford Crossing: 5 minutes (1.4 miles)
Must Order: Both the Tropical Shrimp Ceviche and Grilled Oysters are favorites of ours, and the El Don Molcajete is packed with all the good stuff, including skirt steak, chicken, shrimp, chorizo, nopales, onions and asadero cheese served over rice.
Cuisine: American Pub Fare
This spot is a perfect choice for great nightlife and pub favorites with its relaxed, aviation-inspired ambiance. They’re known for their hand-crafted cocktails and incredible bites with smooth R&B vibes running through. Even better, they’re just 3.5 miles down the road from Stanford Crossing and open from 8 pm to 2 am.
Distance from Stanford Crossing: 7 minutes (3.5 miles)
Must Order: For a sweet, delectable cocktail, we recommend the Peach Perfect Landing. For the perfect bite, opt for the First Class Fries or one of their off-menu pizzas, like Margherita or Pepperoni Hot Honey.
Cuisine: Japanese
This friendly spot serves traditional Japanese dishes, including salads, rice dishes and several sushi options. It’s laid-back with a modern vibe and offers dine-in or take-out.
Distance from Stanford Crossing: 6 minutes (1.4 miles)
Must Order: It might be simple, but we adore the Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura as an appetizer and the Honey Walnut Prawns, one of their house specials.
Cuisine: Italian
If you’re a food truck fan, then this Italian food truck is a must-try. There’s pizza and pasta dishes, including a kids’ menu. You can eat there, pick it up or have it delivered.
Distance from Stanford Crossing: 6 minutes (2.1 miles)
Must Order: Our kids love the cheese pizza and we’re reaching for Spicy Shrimp Chipotle Pasta or the Strawberry Salad on a summer day.
Cuisine: Italian
For excellent Italian food, you have to try this spot. The restaurant has a rustic farmhouse feel and is available for dine-in, take-out and events. Its menu includes amazing pizza, pasta, cocktails, wine, beer and desserts.
Distance from Stanford Crossing: 7 minutes (3.6 miles)
Must Order: We recommend starting with the Mediterranean Cheese Platter. We also adore their Margherita Pizza and their Grilled Beef Kebabs.
Cuisine: Indian
This authentic Indian restaurant boasts recipes its founder, Dipika, makes for her family. It is deliciously spicy, bright and flavorful. It’s available for dine in or take out.
Distance from Stanford Crossing: 5 minutes (1.4 miles)
Must Order: The curry here is outstanding, so you can’t go wrong there. We also love their Potato Masala and Mango and Avocado Salsa.
Life at Stanford Crossing
Stanford Crossing was designed to help you live your best life with some of the tastiest cuisine just down the road. Among its master-planned neighborhoods, Stanford Crossing also offers four imaginative parks among the 26 in the city, and immediate access to its Generations Center, where you’ll find a library, a parkour course, a skate park, a playground and an outdoor amphitheater.
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