Restaurants in Gold Country
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Ikedas
If you're cruising this part of the state without time to explore, the best pit stop is off I-80 at exit 121. There, Ikedas feeds Tahoe-bound travelers amazing burgers, homemade pies and snacks, including a deliriously good, seasonal fresh peach shake.
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Ike's Quarter Cafe
The pick of many good choices in town, Ike's serves up splendid Cajun fare with a sassy charm that leaves the blue hairs pink-cheeked. The large and creative menu features treats such as banana and pecan pancakes, jambalaya and more. The outside patio with its quiet fountain is right out of the Garden District in New Orleans.
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Diamondback Grill
Fittingly pie-shaped, this wonderful little café serves up extraordinary food at superb prices. Sandwiches come with creative ingredients like pesto and the burgers are simply fantastic. Everything is homemade, including the addictive buttermilk parsley salad dressing. Daily specials feature steaks and seafood.
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Cozmic Cafe
Expect to see patrons sitting in the lotus position at this funky place in an 1859 building. The menu is organic and boasts vegetarian and healthy fare plus treats like fresh smoothies. There's a good selection of microbrews and live music on weekends, when it often stays open late.
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Tofanelli's
Hugely popular with locals in the know, this creative restaurant has everything from salads to hearty steaks with seasonal accents like summer squash ravioli. Portions are large, prices are small and you can't beat the patio.
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Latitudes
One of the best restaurants in the Sierra foothills, Latitudes serves up carefully prepared seasonal fare in a dining room where the entrance is framed by jasmine. It's right across from the courthouse. Excellent wine list.
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Monkey Cat Restaurant
The smart decor accented by local artworks is the right setting for creative casual fare that ranges from unusual salads and huge burgers at lunch to steaks and seafood with fusion accents at dinner. It has a quiet patio.
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Café Mekka
Decorated in a style best described as 'whorehouse baroque,' this charmer serves up good coffees and beers through the day as well as sandwiches, pizzas and famous desserts. Look for live folk music some nights.
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Cirino's
This local institution recalls classic supper clubs with its familiar and tasty menu of Italian classics from fettuccini Alfredo to veal parmigiana. An open kitchen in back caps the inviting long wooden bar.
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Sweet Spot
The name says it all at this classic ice-cream store run by the ebullient Hawaiian-shirt-wearing Jim Paskel (there's 10% off if you are wearing a Hawaiian shirt). Coffee drinks complement shakes and sundaes.
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Citronee Bistro & Wine Bar
This small restaurant has a cheery charm backed by splendid examples of local art on the walls. The menu is comfortable with highlights including the pulled pork on flatbread and the garlicky short ribs.
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Tomei's
This brightly decorated restaurant has an attractive menu that matches the crisp decor. Local patrons are so loyal they run into the street urging you to try the Italian-accented cuisine.
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Cooper's
This rollicking venue has local wines by the glass, good beers on tap and music from open-mic blue grass to garage-band rock most nights. Enjoy the martini specials on the patio.
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Banny's Café
- Sonora, USA
- Restaurants › Café
This charming café has clean lines and a seasonal eclectic Mediterranean menu. The wine list is reasonable and highlights many of the area's best vintages.
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Heart Rock
- Sonora, USA
- Restaurants › Café
We won't tell the copyright police about this excellent coffee café with free wireless and a serene back patio. On some weekend nights there's live rock.
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Dorado Chocolates
Ken Kossoudji creates incredible handmade chocolates at this temple of indulgence. There's amazing coffee drinks and, yes, hot chocolate.
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Gelato D'Oro Cafe
This place serves crepes, sandwiches and creamy Italian ice cream. The hearty Sunday brunches are popular.
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Wisdom Cafe & Gallery
This café serves light meals and alluring baked goods, and has a large, tree-shaded patio.
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