Convict Lake Resort Restaurant
Eastern Sierra
Widely considered to be the best restaurant within a 100-mile radius. Expertly prepared fish and meat dishes such as beef Wellington, filet mignon, wild…
Must-see restaurants in Eastern Sierra
Mammoth Lakes
Considering its more-than-mundane location in an industrial strip, Skadi comes as a surprise. Hip Swiss Alps decor and an innovative menu are the creation…
Mono Lake Region
This very good food truck, in the parking lot near June Lake Brewing, serves wait-worthy 'Hawaiian soul food' with a dash of Mexican fusion. It's pretty…
Mono Lake Region
A restored 1922 lodge owned by the family of photographer Ansel Adams, this elegant yet casual lakefront restaurant makes everything from scratch and has…
Eastern Sierra
A deservedly hyped tourist mecca filled to the rafters with racks of fresh bread, dipping oil, jams and other goodies, Schat's has been making its baked…
Mono Lake Region
Years after its famed chef moved on to Toomey's at Mammoth Lakes, this Mobil-gas-station restaurant off Hwy 120 is still, surprisingly, a darn good place…
Mono Lake Region
Looking to satisfy your nostalgia for summertime vacations of yore or want to introduce your kids to a classic roadside joint? Mono Cone will not…
Mammoth Lakes
Sweet treats such as cookies, marshmallows, jams, cakes, sweet cream pie and brownies are made on site at this ridiculously good dessert shop. Everything…
Mammoth Lakes
Mammoth Tavern hits the spot with comfort food like shepherd's pie, fondue and pork tenderloin. Heaping salads too. Warm lighting, wood-paneled walls…
Eastern Sierra
Named for a fish found in Death Valley, this small cafe at the back of Spellbinder Books is an excellent place for breakfast or lunch or for whiling away…
Virginia Creek Settlement Restaurant
Mono Lake Region
Aligned with the hotel's Old West theme, this small, casual restaurant is the best place to eat in town. It's decorated country-style, with vintage photos…
Mammoth Lakes
The most atmospheric and romantic (and pricey) restaurant in Mammoth, this intimate dining room at Tamarack Lodge overlooks the lovely Twin Lakes. The…
Mammoth Lakes
Swanky for Mammoth, 53 is a modern space recommended as much for its lengthy cocktail menu as for its food, which includes braised short ribs and crispy…
Eastern Sierra
A century old and still going strong, Tom's Place is a classic. The decor is decidedly kitsch and brimming with Americana. Refuel in this friendly locals'…
Eastern Sierra
Thai food at the small Bishop airport seems fairly random, but locals rave about it. (Granted, it's the only Thai place in town.) Service can be slow, the…
Mammoth Lakes
Lit by fairy lights, this sleek white and wood dressed tent-shaped restaurant serves big hot bowls of flavorsome noodle soup. Choose from shoyu ramen …
Mono Lake Region
Choose your meat (turkey, ham, roast beef or pastrami), then your cheese (swiss, cheddar, pepper jack, or provolone) then your bread (French roll, rye,…
Lone Pine
Just off the main streets, at everyone’s favorite breakfast joint, the portions are big, the bread is freshly baked and the soups hearty. Sandwiches and…
Eastern Sierra
Tasty barbecue food, flavorful smokey pulled pork and ridiculously cheesy baked mac 'n' cheese. The redneck taco comes with homemade cornbread piled with…
Eastern Sierra
This roadside barbecue spot is a Big Pine classic, drawing fans from afar for its pulled pork sandwiches, Saint Louis-style ribs and sampler platters. Two…
Mammoth Lakes
Slocums has a classic pub-style bar and front room, and a large back dining room furnished more elegantly with red leatherette benches and a menu…
Eastern Sierra
Tucked off the main drag, behind Yamatani's Restaurant, this busy bowling-alley bar and grill (with bowling-pin carpeting!) earns the locals' affection…
Mono Lake Region
Stop in at the country-kitchen dining room of this whitewashed 1877 building for burgers, pot roast, steaks and seafood, and a dip into its modest wine…
Mammoth Lakes
Settle in for seasonal cuisine and wines recommended by the staff sommeliers. In wintertime the best seats in the house are the cozy fireside couches…
Mammoth Lakes
Choose from homemade cookies, cupcakes and pies, or grab a sandwich (counter closes at 3pm) in the backroom dining area. Also, makes chocolates and serves…
Mammoth Lakes
The classically trained French chef at this swanky brasserie on the 2nd floor of the Mammoth Rock 'n' Bowl serves tasty small plates and meaty main…
Mono Lake Region
Inside a cozy house with a fireplace, this restaurant is much beloved for its tasty old-time indulgences, such as fried chicken, pan-fried trout and…
Mono Lake Region
The restaurant at the Double Eagle Resort exudes rustic elegance, with cozy booths, a high ceiling and a huge fireplace. Breakfast is especially hearty…
Mammoth Lakes
This low-key Italian restaurant has been open for 30 years and is a local favorite. It serves good-sized plates of classic pasta, with two sides, while…
Mammoth Lakes
While the bagels here may not rival those actually made in the city, New Yorkers won't be disappointed by the selection of healthy, large salads and…
Mammoth Lakes
Family-run casual pizzeria serving better-than-average pies, handmade and cooked on the spot. Sauce flavors include marinara chipotle, creamy ranch, pesto…
Mono Lake Region
Located at the El Mono Motel, this cafe is a charming spot for sandwiches, scones and good organic espresso drinks. There's a cozy wood-floored interior,…
Eastern Sierra
Don't miss the coffee and home-baked goodies at the cute East Side Bake Shop; check its calendar for fun local music at weekends. Call ahead during winter…
Eastern Sierra
A small bar with cowboy-rustic decor and excellent thin-crust pizza, plus sandwiches, fries, onion rings and salads.
Mammoth Lakes
Great outdoor patio and outdoor fire pit on the base of the Mammoth Mountain, between the Village and Main Lodge. It's a perfect spot for happy hour. The…
Mammoth Lakes
Carnivores will love Mogul's. The cabin-style restaurant serves top quality steaks, cooked four ways and served with steamed veggies (plus, either baked…
Mammoth Lakes
Fuel up with a bracing dose of organic tea or coffee and a filling breakfast (pancakes, eggs, burritos and omelets), or comfort food such as Tex-Mex…
Mammoth Lakes
Healthy food, generously filled veggie wraps and big bowls of salad make this a perennially popular place at lunchtime. It's been around for more than 20…
Mono Lake Region
Stock up on quality groceries at the local market, whose diverse selection seems more like that of a big-city grocery store, even with British and Aussie…
Mono Lake Region
After a day on the slopes or trails, people gather at the long bar or around the pool table of this no-nonsense, no-attitude place, which has been around…
