Must-see restaurants in Mammoth Lakes

  • Skadi

    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…

  • Dessert'D

    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 Tavern

    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…

  • Lakefront Restaurant

    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…

  • 53 Kitchen & Cocktails

    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…

  • Ramenya

    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 …

  • Slocums

    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…

  • Petra’s Bistro & Wine Bar

    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…

  • Schat's Bakery

    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 Rock Brasserie

    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…

  • Old New York Deli & Bagel Co

    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…

  • Giovanni's Pizzeria

    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…

  • Nik-n-Willie's

    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…

  • Mill Cafe

    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…

  • Mogul Restaurant

    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…

  • Base Camp Café

    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…

  • Good Life Café

    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…

  • Toomey's

    Mammoth Lakes

    Since 2012, Toomey's chef, once of legendary Whoa Nellie Deli in Lee Vining, has been preparing his eclectic menu of wild-buffalo meatloaf, seafood…

  • Sushi Rei

    Mammoth Lakes

    Modern space with wooden tables and a counter for single diners. Sushi Rei serves sashimi, sushi rolls and ramen, plus all the trimmings (edamame, tempura…

  • The Yodler

    Mammoth Lakes

    Bavarian chalet–style restaurant conveniently located at the bottom of Mammoth Mountain, next to Panorama Gondola, opposite the Main Lodge. Serves…

  • Stellar Brew

    Mammoth Lakes

    Proudly locavore and mostly organic, Stellar entices you to settle into a comfy sofa for your daily dose of locally roasted coffee, homemade granola,…

  • Stove

    Mammoth Lakes

    Great coffee and carbs; try the cinnamon-bread French toast and fresh-baked fruit pies. Excellent soups, salads and sandwiches for lunch.