Must-see restaurants in 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…

Tucked off the main drag, behind Yamatani's Restaurant, this busy bowling-alley bar and grill (with bowling-pin carpeting!) earns the locals' affection…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

The restaurant at the Double Eagle Resort exudes rustic elegance, with cozy booths, a high ceiling and a huge fireplace. Breakfast is especially hearty…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

Family-run casual pizzeria serving better-than-average pies, handmade and cooked on the spot. Sauce flavors include marinara chipotle, creamy ranch, pesto…

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…

Meaty mains like 16oz rib eyes, wood-fired chicken and spice-rubbed pork tenderloin join wood-fired pizzas and homemade desserts on this mouthwatering…