3 Best Restaurants in Great Basin National Park, Nevada

Cellblock Steakhouse

$$$
The only fine dining in Ely, this low-lighted spot comes with a big helping of local color. Each table is its own "cell," complete with metal bars and old-timey photos on the wall—a whimsical spot to eat cowboy-size prime rib or bacon-wrapped filet mignon.
Dinner $$$ Dessert
211 5th St., Ely, Nevada, 89301, USA
775-289–3033
www.jailhousecasino.com/dining.php
Known For
  • all your favorite steak-house staples with cute, jail-themed names
  • crème brûlée and other desserts worth the calories
  • the fanciest place in Ely for a fun dinner
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: No lunch

Lehman Caves Cafe and Gift Shop

$

This casual spot is a great place to soak in the vast desert view and offers simple breakfasts and lunches. The sandwiches, filled with meats smoked by the owner, are especially good.

American Quick Bite $ Breakfast Lunch Dessert
Great Basin National Park, Nevada, 89311, USA
775-234–7200
Known For
  • a nice place to unwind with a beer or glass of wine into the late afternoon
  • the only restaurant in the park
  • delicious cookies and other treats, baked by a local pastry chef
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–May. No dinner, Credit cards accepted

The Border Inn

$

This low-key local staple a few miles outside of Baker is the place to go for big portions and cold beers every single day of the year except Christmas. It's family-run and has a homey feel, with photos of local ranchers adorning the walls.

American Breakfast Lunch Dinner $ Dessert
U.S. 6/50, Baker, Nevada, 89311, USA
775-234–7300
www.borderinncasino.com
Known For
  • old-school diner favorites like chicken-fried steak, hamburgers, and grilled cheese
  • open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • full bar
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted

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