
Community, Featured, Local Farm, nonprofit, Outdoors
June 25, 2025
Oasis Family Ranch: Knightsen’s Hidden Gem
June 16, 2025
NEW IN TOWN: Korean Comfort Food and Boba Done Right at Hwan-Yeong in Brentwood
Brentwood has a delicious new reason to eat out, and it comes sizzling, spicy, and served with a side of boba. Hwan-Yeong Korean Kitchen...
Featured, Food, Local Business, Trending
June 13, 2025
Smith’s Landing: Waterfront Dining at the Antioch Marina
Smith’s Landing at the Antioch Marina offers scenic Delta views, fresh seafood, brunch buffets, happy hour specials, and private event space. It’s a true waterfront dining destination along the backroads.
Community, Featured, Food, Local Business, Trending
June 13, 2025
Zephyr Grill and Bar: Brentwood’s Favorite for Seasonal Dining & Happy Hour
Zephyr Grill and Bar in Brentwood combines seasonal menus, a full bar, and exceptional service in the heart of downtown. Discover why it’s a local favorite for dining and happy hour.
Community, Food, Local Business, Trending
June 11, 2025
Oakley Bistro: French-Hawaiian Fusion in Downtown Oakley
Oakley Bistro in Downtown Oakley blends French and Hawaiian comfort food, with house-made sauces, local ingredients, and bottomless mimosas. Everything is served Friday through Sunday.
Staff's Picks
June 16, 2025
Big Break Regional Shoreline: Exploring Oakley’s Delta Gateway
Big Break Regional Shoreline in Oakley offers stunning Delta views, fishing, kayaking, hiking, an...
June 13, 2025
Kestrel Park: A Family-Friendly Park Along Marsh Creek Trail
Kestrel Park offers shaded playgrounds, a basketball court, BBQ areas, and unique misting stations...
June 13, 2025
Feels Like Home at Rancho Zaragoza
Discover the heartwarming story behind Rancho Zaragoza, a small family-owned farm in Brentwood....
June 13, 2025
Explore Los Vaqueros Reservoir: Hiking, Fishing & Outdoor Adventures
Los Vaqueros Reservoir offers fishing, hiking, boating, and stunning views just outside Brentwood...
Upcoming Events
June 23, 2025
Brentwood Juneteenth 2025 Celebration | Live Music, Food & Freedom Walk
Brentwood’s 2nd Annual Juneteenth Celebration brought the community together with live music, soul food, cultural performances, and a powerful Downtown Freedom Walk. See the highlights from this joyful day at City Park!
Community, Featured, Local Farm, nonprofit, Outdoors
June 25, 2025
Oasis Family Ranch: Knightsen’s Hidden Gem
Tucked away in Knightsen, Oasis Family Ranch is a small family farm with big heart — home to animal rescues, fresh produce, and calming farm experiences for all ages.
June 24, 2025
Roast Eatery Brings Cantonese-Style Duck and Pork to Brentwood
Roast Eatery brings Hong Kong-style roast duck, crispy pork belly, and comfort rice bowls to Brentwood. Fast, flavorful, and family-owned — this is Chinese BBQ worth lining up for.
June 23, 2025
Brentwood Juneteenth 2025 Celebration | Live Music, Food & Freedom Walk
Brentwood’s 2nd Annual Juneteenth Celebration brought the community together with live music, soul food, cultural performances, and a powerful Downtown Freedom Walk. See the highlights from this joyful day at City Park!
June 16, 2025
Big Break Regional Shoreline: Exploring Oakley’s Delta Gateway
Big Break Regional Shoreline in Oakley offers stunning Delta views, fishing, kayaking, hiking, an...
June 13, 2025
Smith’s Landing: Waterfront Dining at the Antioch Marina
Smith’s Landing at the Antioch Marina offers scenic Delta views, fresh seafood, brunch buffets,...
June 13, 2025
Dwelley Family Farms: Generations of Fresh Produce in Oakley
Dwelley Family Farms has been growing premium produce in Oakley for over 100 years. Visit their...
June 13, 2025
Zephyr Grill and Bar: Brentwood’s Favorite for Seasonal Dining & Happy Hour
Zephyr Grill and Bar in Brentwood combines seasonal menus, a full bar, and exceptional service in...
June 13, 2025
Kestrel Park: A Family-Friendly Park Along Marsh Creek Trail
Kestrel Park offers shaded playgrounds, a basketball court, BBQ areas, and unique misting stations...
June 13, 2025
Feels Like Home at Rancho Zaragoza
Discover the heartwarming story behind Rancho Zaragoza, a small family-owned farm in Brentwood....
Editor's Picks
June 16, 2025
NEW IN TOWN: Korean Comfort Food and Boba Done Right at Hwan-Yeong in Brentwood
Brentwood has a delicious new reason to eat out, and it comes sizzling, spicy, and served with a side of boba. Hwan-Yeong Korean Kitchen...
Featured, Food, Local Business, Trending
June 13, 2025
Smith’s Landing: Waterfront Dining at the Antioch Marina
Smith’s Landing at the Antioch Marina offers scenic Delta views, fresh seafood, brunch buffets, happy hour specials, and private event space. It’s a true waterfront dining destination along the backroads.
Community, Featured, Food, Local Business, Trending
June 13, 2025
Zephyr Grill and Bar: Brentwood’s Favorite for Seasonal Dining & Happy Hour
Zephyr Grill and Bar in Brentwood combines seasonal menus, a full bar, and exceptional service in the heart of downtown. Discover why it’s a local favorite for dining and happy hour.
Community, Food, Local Business, Trending
June 11, 2025
Oakley Bistro: French-Hawaiian Fusion in Downtown Oakley
Oakley Bistro in Downtown Oakley blends French and Hawaiian comfort food, with house-made sauces, local ingredients, and bottomless mimosas. Everything is served Friday through Sunday.

Local Backroads is your guide to California’s small-town charm—where farms, family-owned businesses, and community traditions take center stage. We highlight the people, places, and experiences that make each backroad worth exploring.