Must-see restaurants in Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada

  • June Bug Cafe

    Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada

    Guests of all ages and backgrounds convene at this friendly eatery, decorated with adventure equipment. While sharing hiking stories, folks eat delicious,…

  • Erna's Elderberry House

    Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada

    With wall tapestries, oil paintings and ornate chandeliers, the Californian-French restaurant at Château du Sureau could be a castle. But you don't have…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Ohanas 395

    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 Inn

    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…

  • Erick Schat’s Bakery

    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…

  • Narrow Gauge Inn

    Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada

    Excellent food and knockout views make the dining experience at Narrow Gauge Inn one of the finest in the Yosemite region. The dinners are creatively…

  • Rush Creek Lodge Tavern

    Yosemite National Park

    Warm and welcoming, with high ceilings and sports on the large-screen TV and occasional music in summer, Rush Creek's tavern is ideal for a taste of low…

  • Evergreen Lodge

    Yosemite National Park

    Creative and satisfying, the Evergreen’s restaurant serves some of the best meals around, with big and delicious breakfasts, three types of burger (Black…

  • Happy Burger

    Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada

    Burgers, fries and shakes served with a heavy dose of nostalgic Americana. Happy Burger, decorated with old album covers, boasts the largest menu in the…

  • Mountain Room Restaurant

    Yosemite National Park

    With a killer view of Yosemite Falls, the window tables at this casual yet elegant contemporary restaurant are a hot commodity. Plates of NY strip steak,…

  • Whoa Nellie Deli

    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 Cone

    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…

  • Majestic Yosemite Dining Room

    Yosemite National Park

    The formal ambience (mind your manners!) may not be for everybody, but few would not be awed by the sumptuous decor, soaring beamed ceiling and palatial…

  • Village Store

    Yosemite National Park

    The biggest and best grocery store in the park is located smack in the center of Yosemite Village. Whether you’re after last-minute items or full-fledged…

  • 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…

  • Degnan's Kitchen

    Yosemite National Park

    Occupying the space of the former Degnan's Deli, off Village Dr, this thoroughly updated version mixes contemporary decor with deli-style sandwiches, a…

  • Love Cafe

    Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada

    You can't miss the giant vintage-style, red-headed woman in park ranger gear on the side of this recently opened cafe – the first vegan cafe in the county…

  • Grant Grove Restaurant

    Kings Canyon National Park

    After undergoing a top-to-bottom renovation in 2017, this is the best place for a meal (albeit competition is limited) in Grant Grove Village. The new…

  • Buckaroo Diner

    Sequoia National Park

    Bay Area transplants started with the Ol' Buckaroo food truck next door before opening this permanent, contemporary restaurant serving modern American…

  • Big Trees Lodge Dining Room

    Yosemite National Park

    Beautiful sequoia-painted lamps light this old-fashioned dining room, and the Victorian detail makes it an enchanting place to have an upscale – though…

  • 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…

  • Pine Tree Market

    Yosemite National Park

    This tiny and super-friendly market sells groceries and bags of divine locally roasted coffee (take a deep breath in the aisles), and in summer it sells…

  • Pupfish Café

    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…

  • Pete's Place

    Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada

    Fill up on a hearty meal at this basic place before entering the park. The menu is extensive, with most kinds of classic American fare, plus some Greek…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Tom's Place Resort Cafe

    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'…

  • Tuolumne Meadows Lodge

    Yosemite National Park

    For a classic Yosemite experience, make a dinner reservation (for breakfast, just show up) at the Tuolumne Meadows Lodge. The place is as basic looking as…

  • Base Camp Eatery

    Yosemite National Park

    Formerly a dated and stodgy food court, this large space has been completely redesigned and modernized. Several self-service stations serve a variety of…

  • Thai Thai

    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…

  • 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 …

  • Albert’s Meat Market & Deli

    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,…

  • Alabama Hills Cafe

    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…

  • Holy Smoke Texas Style BBQ

    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…

  • Copper Top BBQ

    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…

  • Provisions

    Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada

    Groveland Hotel’s newly opened Provisions stocks yogurt parfaits, artisan salads, fresh-made hummus, a wide selection of local wines and craft beers. A…

  • 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…