Well now, let me tell ya a little somethin’ ’bout this place called Claim Jumper, over in Concord. Ain’t no fancy joint, but it’s got some mighty fine eats if you ask me. Folks round here ain’t too picky, but when you find a place that serves up a good steak and some big ol’ portions, you don’t let go easy.
If you ever find yourself over at 1981 Diamond Blvd in Concord, California, you’ll stumble across this Claim Jumper. It ain’t the kind of place you’d expect to be tucked in so neatly in the middle of the town, but once you walk in, it feels like you done stepped back in time, like you’re in the old gold rush days. They got a kinda rustic charm to it, what with all the wood and big ol’ chairs. And let me tell ya, the food? Well, it’s somethin’ else.

Now, don’t expect no little bitty plates like them fancy restaurants, where you gotta squint to see your food. Nah, here they don’t skimp. I’ve had the Widow Maker Burger once—mighty big, juicy thing, with all sorts of fixins on it. If you like a good, hearty meal that sticks to your ribs, that’s your go-to. It fills ya right up. And then there’s the Chicken Pot Pie—oh, mercy, it’s just like the one my mama used to make, nice and creamy inside with a golden crust on top that don’t crumble too easy. Just right.
The portions are so big, you might be takin’ home leftovers for supper the next day. That’s the thing about Claim Jumper, they know how to feed a person. Ain’t no skimping on the sides either. You get plenty of mashed potatoes, greens, or whatever it is you’re feelin’ that day. They even got seafood if you’re hankerin’ for somethin’ from the sea. You’ll find big ol’ shrimp, grilled fish, and all kinds of other dishes that’ll make your mouth water.
Now, let me tell ya somethin’ else—sometimes things don’t always go smooth. Had some folks tell me that there was an issue a while back, somethin’ about some critters runnin’ ’round where they cook the food. Not a pretty sight, I tell ya. But I reckon that’s all been cleaned up, and it shouldn’t stop you from goin’ by. Just make sure you check how things are before sittin’ down to eat. You don’t want no roaches comin’ ’round when you’re trying to enjoy your meal!
If you don’t know the place, it’s right off 1981 Diamond Blvd, and if you’re lucky, you might even catch some nice folks sittin’ around talkin’ ‘bout their day. Ain’t no reservations needed most of the time, though if it’s a busy day, ya might wanna give ’em a call. That phone number for the Claim Jumper is 925-798-4300, in case ya wanna ask about hours or what they’re servin’ up today.
But lemme warn ya, if you’re expectin’ a quiet, intimate meal, maybe you might wanna rethink. It gets a little rowdy in there sometimes, what with all the folks chattin’ and laughin’. But for the most part, the service is real friendly, and them waitresses work hard to make sure you’ve got everything you need. They’ll come around, check on you, and make sure your glass stays full. Ain’t nothing worse than being thirsty while you’re tryin’ to enjoy a good meal!
And don’t be shy to try out the desserts. Them big chocolate cakes and pies they serve up? Well, they’ll have ya thinkin’ you’ve died and gone to heaven. It’s a real treat after all that hearty food you’ve just stuffed in your belly. You’ll find yourself thinkin’ ’bout what to order next time as you’re walkin’ out the door.

If you’re in Concord and you’ve got a hankerin’ for a big ol’ meal, Claim Jumper’s the place to go. Might not be the cleanest or the quietest, but it’s sure got its charm and a whole lot of flavor. Ain’t no place like it when you’re lookin’ for somethin’ that’ll fill you up and leave you happy. So go on, take a little trip down to Diamond Blvd and see for yourself. You might just find your new favorite spot!
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