Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada
Upscale yet casual Savoury’s is the best restaurant in town. Black-lacquered tables and contemporary art create tranquil window dressing for dishes like…
Must-see restaurants in Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada
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…
Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada
This cozy country cafe is a good way to start your day or finish it after exploring the Hope Valley Wildlife Area nearby. It serves eggs all ways,…
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…
Sequoia National Park
The lodge’s dining room has an excellent breakfast buffet and soup-and-salad lunch fare, but dinners aim somewhat successfully to be more gourmet, with…
Yosemite National Park
Above Degnan's Kitchen, off Village Dr, the Loft has received a top-to-bottom remodeling. Kick back and enjoy tacos, burritos, artisan pizzas and…
Sequoia National Park
If you're looking to fuel up on some healthy eats before hitting the parks, Sol Bol has you covered with acai bowls generously topped with fresh fruit,…
Yosemite National Park
You can hardly say you’ve visited Tuolumne without scoffing down a chili dog or burger in the parking lot in front of the Tuolumne Meadows Grill. The soft…
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…
Kevin N Randi's Old Fashioned Meat Market
Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada
If you need a packed lunch, this is the place to get a loaded, made-to-order sandwich or healthy salad (the edamame and bean salad is delicious!). You can…
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…
Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada
As old school as it gets: expect wooden booths, wagon wheels for decor and hearty steaks on the menu. It's classic fare done well. Order hand-cut steaks,…
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…
Silver City Mountain Resort Restaurant
Sequoia National Park
This little country store serves simple fare – usually one or two choices like salmon or pasta – on wooden picnic tables. Try the dreamy thick slabs of…
Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada
Meaty mains like 16oz rib eyes, wood-fired chicken and spice-rubbed pork tenderloin join wood-fired pizzas and homemade desserts on this mouthwatering…
Sequoia National Park
Truffled eggs on brioche French toast; sourdough sandwiches spread with goat cheese and sweet figs; maple-bacon popcorn; date and Nutella ice-cream shakes…
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,…
Yosemite National Park
Enjoy tasty pizza at this buzzing eatery that becomes a chatty après-hike hangout in the late afternoon. Specialty pizzas like the Hog Heaven (pepperoni,…
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…
Yosemite National Park
In the morning, the Majestic Yosemite Bar transforms into a cafe serving espresso drinks, pastries and continental breakfast items.
Eastern Sierra
A small bar with cowboy-rustic decor and excellent thin-crust pizza, plus sandwiches, fries, onion rings and salads.
Yosemite National Park
Well-stocked market with good camping supplies, sandwich counter, coffee and large gift shop in the back.
Yosemite National Park
The cafeteria-style setup at the main restaurant in Half Dome Village has all the charm of a train-station waiting room. The quality of the food has…
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…
Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada
Decent grocery and deli. There's a few simple dining tables in store. The counter serves fresh breakfasts, like avocado toast or the Streetwater omelet,…
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…
Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada
Quick and friendly service and large servings of tasty Mexican fare make this a popular restaurant with locals. There's a large menu, with familiar dishes…
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…
Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada
Pleasant mountain views from the deck of this roadside restaurant around 5 miles west of Groveland are worth stopping for. Good biscuits and gravy for…
Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada
Classic friendly American, diner-style joint, with dated decor, booths and counter stools. After a long day at Yosemite, the half-pound 49er burgers…
Cedar House Restaurant & Bar & Grill
Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada
Don't expect much at this restaurant catering to the captive guests of the Yosemite Cedar Lodge and people entering/exiting the park. The basic burger-…
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…
Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada
About a quarter mile west of the junction of Hwys 41 and 49, this popular microbrewery pub serves primo burgers (made with grass-fed beef), brick-oven…
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…
