Marie Callender's Bakery - Modesto

I've been trying to recognize Marie Callenders for a few years that I landed here. Now a very small restaurant chain I decided to give it a review as I did not post reviews on large chain restaurants. The food was just as good as I remember. Actually, it was better than I remember. Everything was perfect. The potato cheese soup came in a larger part than previous years, of which I am very happy. I had a hot open turkey sandwich with Giblet engraving, filling and potatoes. They also serve their delicious Cornbread on the house while ordering your food. I had a diet soda, cranberry juice and water with lemon. My server was Alejandra D, who did a fabulous job because she was very busy and worked hard. She was also very friendly and professional. I will definitely come back, especially as the food was delicious and better than it was a few years ago.

Food was full of flavor. Not many people at the time we came so service was good. A little pricy for what we got.

I've been eating here for 22 years. Our restaurant closed door because of COVID, but we were all happy when it returned and opened the doors again. Now the cakes are still amazing. One thing I think it takes some attention is eating. It seems somewhat outdated, I don't say it's bad, but it could be better. The service was great and the people there were very polite and attentive. The bathrooms were clean. I believe there is an opportunity to improve because there are people who still love the name of the restaurant and what it means since they have been in business for a while. But the food must be considered, this is just my opinion, based on my last visit. I hope I see you here.

My Dad and I had dinner here this evening and was seated right away. Then we were immediately given our drinks and menus after sitting. After given a few minutes to review and decide from the wide selection, our order was taken. Once the order was put into the system we were brought back some of the most delicious cornbread and butter. Now, mind you this most pleasant dining experience has been provided by one person, Mr. Hayden. He greeted us at the front door with a clean uniform, welcoming smile and immediate seating, he then brought our drinks, took our order and everything else along the way, as well as bussed tables that the customers left after dining. He was a one man show that was not missing a step and had a genuine smile on his face all evening. He exchanged pleasant conversations with all his customers and he was even the bar tender. Kudos to this hard working gentleman. The chicken pot pie was of course and always had been DELICIOUS, with the most flaky and perfect crust. Of course again, Dad and I had to have pie to round out the meal and again, as always, never disappoints! Coconut Cream and Banana Cream are our favorites, but you can not make a wrong choice with the pies! Come get a great dinner and phenomenal cornbread as well as quality service from great human beings like Mr. Hayden. Stays safe and kind out here. Love and light #IAmMyBrotherAndSistersKeeper #DoGoodTodayThenBetterTomorrow

My first time being there and it is really Good. Would definitely go back. They have a variety of food, not just their famous pies. Would recommend if you haven't been.