The Southern Sierra Restaurants
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1. Restaurant at Convict Lake
$$$ | |The lake is one of the most spectacular spots in the Eastern Sierra, and the food here lives up to the view. The woodsy room...
The lake is one of the most spectacular spots in the Eastern Sierra, and the food here lives up to the view. The woodsy room has a vaulted knotty-pine ceiling and a copper-chimney fireplace; natural light abounds in the daytime, but if it's summer, opt for a table outdoors under the white-barked aspens. The restaurant offers shuttle service from Mammoth Lakes for groups of four or more (reservations required). If you can't make it to Convict Lake, try Morrison's, a wood-fired barbecue restaurant in Mammoth Lakes owned and operated by the Restaurant at Convict Lake.
Mammoth Lakes, California, 93546, USA760-934–3800Known For
- Beef Wellington, rack of lamb, and pan-seared local trout
- Exceptional service
- Extensive wine list with reasonably priced European and California bottlings
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch early Sept.–mid-June, Reservations essential -
2. South Gate Brewing Company
$$ | | AmericanLocals pack this family-friendly, industrial-chic restaurant to socialize and savor small-lot beers, crafted on-site, along with tasty meals...
Locals pack this family-friendly, industrial-chic restaurant to socialize and savor small-lot beers, crafted on-site, along with tasty meals. The creative pub fare runs a wide gamut, from shepherd's pie Wellington and thin-crust brick-oven pizzas to fish tacos, fish-and-chips, vegan black-bean burgers, and slow-roasted pulled-pork sandwiches. Save room for the house-made root-beer float or the brownie sundae, both topped with a scoop of locally made vanilla ice cream. When the weather's good, musicians perform on most weekends and on some weekday evenings.
40233 Enterprise Dr., off Hwy. 49, north of Von's shopping center, Oakhurst, California, 93644, USA559-692–2739Known For
- Craft beer
- Homemade desserts
- Live-music calendar
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3. The Warming Hut
$$ | |Warm up by a crackling fire in the stone fireplace while fueling up on healthy, made-from-scratch breakfast, lunch, and dinner dishes at this ski-lodge-style eatery....
Warm up by a crackling fire in the stone fireplace while fueling up on healthy, made-from-scratch breakfast, lunch, and dinner dishes at this ski-lodge-style eatery. The flexible menu allows for lots of choice, including a DIY breakfast with more than 20 mix-and-match items, five types of hash, keto selections, grab-and-go sandwiches, salads, burgers, and soups. Come for après ski from 3 to 6 on Friday and weekends, when a live band entertains and the bar serves drink and pub-food specials.
343 Old Mammoth Rd., Mammoth Lakes, California, USA760-965–0549Known For
- Nearly everything made in-house, including ketchup
- Build-your-own pancake stack (batters, mix-ins, toppings)
- Family-owned and operated
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4. Black Velvet
$ | |Start your day the way scores of locals do—with a stop at the slick Black Velvet espresso bar for Belgian waffles, baked treats, and coffee...
Start your day the way scores of locals do—with a stop at the slick Black Velvet espresso bar for Belgian waffles, baked treats, and coffee drinks made from small batches of beans roasted on-site. Then return in the afternoon or evening to hang out with friends in the upstairs wine bar (open 4 to 9). It's also a great place to hang out with a steamy cup of organic tea or a craft beer and log onto the free Wi-Fi.
3343 Main St., California, 93546, USAKnown For
- Small-batch coffee roasting
- Small-lot wines by the glass
- Belgian waffles
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5. Burgers
$$ | |Don't even think about coming to this bustling restaurant unless you're hungry. Burgers is known, appropriately enough, for its burgers and sandwiches, and everything comes...
Don't even think about coming to this bustling restaurant unless you're hungry. Burgers is known, appropriately enough, for its burgers and sandwiches, and everything comes in mountainous portions. At lunch try the sourdough patty melt, at dinner the pork ribs; salads are great all day. The seasoned French fries are delicious.
6118 Minaret Rd., Mammoth Lakes, California, 93546, USA760-934–6622Known For
- Great service
- Hefty portions
- Burgers and seasoned fries
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed 2 wks in May and 4–6 wks in Oct. and Nov. -
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6. Ducey's on the Lake/Ducey's Bar & Grill
$$$ | | AmericanWith elaborate chandeliers sculpted from deer antlers, the lodge-style restaurant at Ducey's attracts boaters, locals, and tourists with its...
With elaborate chandeliers sculpted from deer antlers, the lodge-style restaurant at Ducey's attracts boaters, locals, and tourists with its lake views and standard lamb, beef, seafood, and pasta dishes. It's also open for breakfast: try the Bass Lake seafood omelet, huevos rancheros, or the Rice Krispies–crusted French toast.
Pines Resort, 54432 Rd. 432, Bass Lake, California, 93604, USA559-642–3131Known For
- Steaks and fresh fish
- Lake views
- Upstairs bar and grill with more affordable eats
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7. Epic Cafe
$ | |Hungry travelers and locals feast on fresh, healthy, cooked-to-order comfort food at this casual café at Lakeview Lodge, near the Tioga Road and Highway 395...
Hungry travelers and locals feast on fresh, healthy, cooked-to-order comfort food at this casual café at Lakeview Lodge, near the Tioga Road and Highway 395 junction. The menu changes daily, but you can count on items like waffles and fritattas for breakfast; paninis, sandwiches, salads, rice bowls, and soups for lunch; and three special dinner entrées, perhaps locally caught fish, chicken potpie, or braised short ribs.
349 Lee Vining Ave., Lee Vining, California, 93541, USA760-965–6282Known For
- Local and organic food sources
- Cozy indoor dining room and garden patio
- Fresh-baked scones, muffins, desserts, and other goodies
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–early May. Closed Sun. -
8. Gateway Restaurant and Lodge
$$$ | | AmericanThe view's the draw at this roadhouse that overlooks the Kaweah River as it plunges out of the high country. The Gateway serves everything from...
The view's the draw at this roadhouse that overlooks the Kaweah River as it plunges out of the high country. The Gateway serves everything from osso buco and steaks to shrimp in Thai chili sauce; dinner reservations are essential on summer weekends.
45978 Sierra Dr., Three Rivers, California, 93271, USA559-561–4133Known For
- Scenic riverside setting
- Fine dining in otherwise casual town
- Popular bar
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9. Mammoth Brewing Company
$$ | |Steps from the Village gondola and main bus transfer hub, this brewery lures hungry patrons with about a dozen craft beers on tap, tasty grub...
Steps from the Village gondola and main bus transfer hub, this brewery lures hungry patrons with about a dozen craft beers on tap, tasty grub from the on-site restaurant, tasting flights, a contemporary vibe at two spacious bar areas, and a beer garden. The dining menu changes constantly, but reflects a locals' twist on pub food, for example, wild game sausages, peach-and-goat-cheese flatbread, or house-made sweet-potato tots.
18 Lake Mary Rd., California, 93546, USA760-934–7141Known For
- Craft beer made on-site
- Upscale pub food
- Popular après-ski hangout
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10. Mono Cone
$ | |Get soft-serve ice cream, burgers, and fries at this hopping shack in the middle of Lee Vining, but be prepared to wait in line. There's...
Get soft-serve ice cream, burgers, and fries at this hopping shack in the middle of Lee Vining, but be prepared to wait in line. There's some indoor seating, but unless the clouds are leaking, take your food to nearby (and quiet) Hess Park, whose views of Mono Lake make it one of the best picnic spots in eastern California. The park has a playground and tennis court, too.
51508 U.S. 395, Lee Vining, California, 93541, USA760-647–6606Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed in winter, No credit cards -
11. Petra's Bistro & Wine Bar
$$$ | |The ambience at Petra's—quiet, dark, and warm (there's a great fireplace)—complements its seductive meat and seafood entrées and smart selection of wines from California and...
The ambience at Petra's—quiet, dark, and warm (there's a great fireplace)—complements its seductive meat and seafood entrées and smart selection of wines from California and around the world. With its pub grub, whiskies, and craft beers and ales, the downstairs Clocktower Cellar bar provides a lively, if sometimes rowdy, alternative.
6080 Minaret Rd., Mammoth Lakes, California, 93546, USA760-934–3500Known For
- Romantic atmosphere
- Top-notch service
- Lively downstairs bar
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch, Reservations essential -
12. Sierra Subs and Salads
$ | | AmericanThis well-run sandwich joint satisfies carnivores and vegetarians alike with crispy-fresh ingredients prepared with panache. Depending on your...
This well-run sandwich joint satisfies carnivores and vegetarians alike with crispy-fresh ingredients prepared with panache. Depending on your preference, the centerpiece of the Bull's Eye sandwich, for instance, will be roast beef or a portobello mushroom, but whichever you choose, the accompanying flavors—of ciabatta bread, horseradish-and-garlic mayonnaise, roasted red peppers, Havarti cheese, and spinach—will delight your palate.
41717 Sierra Dr., Three Rivers, California, 93271, USA559-561–4810Known For
- Many vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options
- Weekly specials
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner -
13. The Mogul
$$$ | |Come here for straightforward steaks—top sirloin, New York, filet mignon, and T-bone. The only catch is that the waiters cook them, and the results vary...
Come here for straightforward steaks—top sirloin, New York, filet mignon, and T-bone. The only catch is that the waiters cook them, and the results vary depending on their skill level; but generally things go well, and kids love the experience.
1528 Tavern Rd., Mammoth Lakes, California, 93546, USA760-934–3039Known For
- Traditional alpine atmosphere
- Servers custom-grill your order
- All-you-can-eat salad bar
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch, Credit cards accepted -
14. Tioga Gas Mart & Whoa Nelli Deli
$$ | |This might be the only gas station in the United States serving craft beers and lobster taquitos, but its appeal goes beyond novelty. Order at...
This might be the only gas station in the United States serving craft beers and lobster taquitos, but its appeal goes beyond novelty. Order at the counter and grab a seat inside, or sit at one of the picnic tables on the lawn outside and take in the distant view of Mono Lake.
Hwy. 120 and U.S. 395, Lee Vining, California, 93541, USA760-647–1088Known For
- Fish tacos and barbecued ribs
- Regular live music
- Convenient location
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed early Nov.–late Apr., Credit cards accepted -
15. Toomey's
$$ | |A passionate baseball fan, chef Matt Toomey designed this casual space near the Village Gondola to resemble a dugout, and decorated it with baseball memorabilia....
A passionate baseball fan, chef Matt Toomey designed this casual space near the Village Gondola to resemble a dugout, and decorated it with baseball memorabilia. Fill up on buffalo meat loaf, seafood jambalaya, or a New Zealand elk rack chop after an outdoor adventure. If you're in a hurry, phone in your order for curbside delivery to your car.
6085 Minaret Rd., Mammoth Lakes, California, 93546, USA760-924–4408Known For
- Lobster taquitos and fish tacos
- Curbside take-out delivery to your car
- Homemade organic and gluten-free desserts
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16. Antoinette's Coffee and Goodies
$ | |Closed PermanentlyFor smoothies, well-crafted espresso drinks, breakfast bowls, and pumpkin chocolate-chip muffins and other homemade baked goods, stop for a spell at this convivial coffee shop....
For smoothies, well-crafted espresso drinks, breakfast bowls, and pumpkin chocolate-chip muffins and other homemade baked goods, stop for a spell at this convivial coffee shop. Antoinette's is known as the town's hub for vegan and gluten-free items.
41727 Sierra Dr., Three Rivers, California, 93271, USA559-561–2253Known For
- Plentiful vegan and gluten-free items
- Wi-Fi on-site
- All organic, locally roasted coffee
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. No dinner, Reservations not accepted -
17. Bleu Handcrafted Foods
$$ | |Closed PermanentlyHandcrafted artisanal cheeses and meats, wine and beer tastings, bread baked on-site, and specialty meats and seafood draw patrons to Bleu, a combination market, restaurant...
Handcrafted artisanal cheeses and meats, wine and beer tastings, bread baked on-site, and specialty meats and seafood draw patrons to Bleu, a combination market, restaurant (lunch and dinner), and wine bar. Bleu also cooks up savory pub fare at The Eatery at Mammoth Brewing Company. Stop here to pick up prepared foods at the deli counter and lunch buffet to take hiking or skiing.
106 Old Mammoth Rd., Mammoth Lakes, California, 93546, USA760-914–2538Known For
- Organic, locally sourced ingredients
- Bar and lounge with cocktails and wine or craft beer tastings
- On-site deli, butchery, bakery, and market
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18. Hot Chicks Rotisserie
$ | |Closed PermanentlyOwned by the chef of Convict Lake Restaurant —so you know it's got to be good—Hot Chicks makes rotisserie chicken to eat in or take...
Owned by the chef of Convict Lake Restaurant —so you know it's got to be good—Hot Chicks makes rotisserie chicken to eat in or take out, as well as pulled-pork sandwiches and grilled tri-tip steak. Best of all, a family of four can eat for $30.
452 Old Mammoth Rd., Mammoth Lakes, California, 93546, USA760-934–4900Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted -
19. Restaurant LuLu
$ | |Closed PermanentlyThe sunny, sensual, and assertive flavors of Provençale cooking—think olive tapenade, aioli, and lemony vinaigrettes—are showcased here. At this outpost of the famous San Francisco...
The sunny, sensual, and assertive flavors of Provençale cooking—think olive tapenade, aioli, and lemony vinaigrettes—are showcased here. At this outpost of the famous San Francisco restaurant, the formula remains the same: small plates of southern French cooking served family-style in a spare, modern, and sexy dining room. Standouts include rotisserie meats, succulent roasted mussels, homemade gnocchi, and a fantastic wine list, with 50 vintages available in 2-ounce pours. Outside, the sidewalk café includes a fire pit where kids will love do-it-themselves s'mores. LuLu's only drawback is price, but if you can swing it, it's worth every penny. The waiters wear jeans, so you can, too.
1111 Forest Trail, Mammoth Lakes, California, 93546, USA760-924–8781Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations essential -
20. We Three Bakery
$ | |Closed PermanentlyThis friendly, popular spot packs lunches for trips into the nearby national parks; it's also open for breakfast. Baked goods for the curvy road ahead,...
This friendly, popular spot packs lunches for trips into the nearby national parks; it's also open for breakfast. Baked goods for the curvy road ahead, anyone?
43688 Sierra Dr., Three Rivers, California, 93271, USA559-561–4761
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