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Sunnyside Resort Restaurant - Tahoe City, Lake Tahoe is situated lakeside and just a short distance from several west shore ski resorts including Squaw Valley, Homewood and Alpine Meadows. Sunnyside is a popular apre-ski destination. An upscale lodge setting with fireplaces and huge lakeview windows provides the perfect high sierra ambiance. The large outdoor deck is open in summer months. Steak and seafood menu includes Pacific Lump Crab Cakes, Blackened Ribeye Steak, Angus Burger and Seafood Pasta. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Dress is business-casual.
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Sunnyside
1850 W. Lake Boulevard
Tahoe City, California 96145
(800) 822-2754
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Christy Hill - Tahoe City, Lake Tahoe is situated lakeside offering a fine dining experience with both indoor and outdoor deck seating. This award-winning restaurant has been voted the most romantic on the lake and has been featured in multiple travel, food and wine magazines over the years. White linens, fine china, stone fireplace and expansive lake views set a romantic ambiance. Menu choices include Smoked Chicken Chili Relleno, Hudson Valley Fois Gras, Baked Eggplant, Roasted King Salmon and Filet Mignon. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Dress is business-casual.
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Christy Hill
115 Grove Street
Tahoe City, California 96145
(530) 583-8551
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Tomaato's - Incline Village, Tahoe is located in the center directly across from the Hyatt. They serve gourmet pizza, pasta and salads with a great selection of wines and microbrews. Menu choices include Three Mushroom Ravioli, Shrimp Scampi, Brie Salad and several choices of gourmet pizzas with toppings like duck sausage, sundried tomatoes, shrimp, shitake mushrooms, smoked gouda cheese and more. Dress is casual. Open for dinner only, every night but Wednesday. It's in Nevada but it's too good to leave off our California site.
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Tomaato's
120 Country Club #61
Incline Village, Nevada 89451
(775) 833-2200
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Le Bistro - Incline Village, Tahoe is located in the center directly across from the Hyatt. Le Bistro offers a fine dining experience on French cuisine. Meals are served in five courses and include choices like Baked Fresh Black Truffle Soup en Croûte, Terrine of Fresh Duck Foie Gras served with a Rhubarb Chutney and Warm Brioche, Fresh Hearts of Palm Salad served with a Pistachio Vinaigrette and Tournedos of Beef Tenderloin with a Pinot Noir Réduction and Maytag Blue Cheese. Open Tuesday-Saturday for dinner only. Dress is business-casual to semi-formal. It's in Nevada but it's too good to leave off our California site.
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Le Bistro
120 Country Club Drive #29
Incline Village, Nevada 89451
(775) 831-0800
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Evan's American Gourmet Cafe - South Lake Tahoe is situated in a classic Tahoe cabin and features some of the finest cuisine found in Tahoe. Menu includes Dungeness Crab Salad, Stuffed Quail, Roast Venison Loin and Leg of Duck. Open nightly for dinner only. Dress is business-casual.
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Evan's American Gourmet Cafe
536 Emerald Bay Road
South Lake Tahoe, California 96150
(530) 542-1990
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Cafe Fiore - South Lake Tahoe is situated in a cabin setting below Heavenly Ski Resort. Only seven available tables offering indoor or deck seating by candlelight gives reason why this Italian restaurant is considered one of Tahoe's most romantic dining experiences. Unique menu options include Eggplant Crepes, Speghetti con Salsiccia, Aragosta Melodia, Bistecca alla Veneziana and Pollo alla Sonoma. Open nightly for dinner only. Dress is business-casual.
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Cafe Fiore
1169 Ski Run Boulevard
South Lake Tahoe, California 96150
(530) 541-2908
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Blue Water Bistro - South Lake Tahoe is situated on the Boardwalk Pier at Timber Cove Marina in South Lake Tahoe. Turn into the driveway just east the the Best Western Timbercove Lodge to find it. Dine on the pier or upstairs in their small, contemporary restaurant. Enjoy unimpeded views of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding mountains while enjoying dishes like Hummus Platter, Goat Cheese & Roasted Beets Salad, Wild Halibut Fish & Chips, Roasted Red Peppers Stuffed with a Tofu Sweet Potato Curry and Braised Duck. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Dress is casual to business-casual.
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Blue Water Bistro
3411 Lake Tahoe Boulevard
South Lake Tahoe, California 96150
(530) 541-0113
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Nepheles - South Lake Tahoe is situated in a cabin setting below Heavenly Ski Resort. Nepheles is part restaurant and part spa with several hot tubs for relaxing after a day of hiking or skiing. Patrons are welcome to reserve time at the spa, restaurant or both. Menu items include Crab and Fontina Cheese Quesadillas, House Smoked Chicken and Fettuccine, Broiled Elk and Escargot Au Natural. Open nightly for dinner only. Dress is business-casual.
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Nepheles
1169 Ski Run Boulevard
South Lake Tahoe, California 96150
(530) 544-8130
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The Beacon Bar & Grill - South Lake Tahoe is situated within the Camp Richardson Resort off Highway 89. They feature lakeside views and an outdoor summer deck. Menu choices include Steamed Clams, Clam Chowder, Exotic Mushroom Swiss Cheese Sandwich, Macadamia Nut Prawns, Seafood Linguini and Apple Sausage Stuffed Pork. Open daily for lunch and dinnner. Dress is casual. They're famous around the lake for their Clam Chowder and Rum Runner drink.
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The Beacon Bar & Grill
1900 Jameson Beach Road
South Lake Tahoe, California 96150
(530) 541-0630
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Burger Lounge - South Lake Tahoe is located off Emerald Bay Road (Hwy 89) just a short distance west of the Highway 50 split. They feature a variety of tasty hamburgers like Bacon Cheese Burger and Bleu Burger, and unique fries like Garlic Fries and Pesto Fries. Known for their large portions, inexpensive prices and very casual atmosphere. Open daily for lunch and dinnner. Dress is casual. They've been voted Tahoe's Best Burger.
Burger Lounge
717 Emerald Bay Road
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 542-4060
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River Rock Inn & Deli Garden - Mariposa is located off Highways 140 & 49 in downtown Mariposa. They feature outdoor patio dining with beautiful garden surroundings. Both the Inn and the Deli receive high consumer ratings. Menu choices include Grilled Lemon Rosemary Chicken with Roasted Peppers Salad, Mediterranean Sandwich, Italiano Sandwich, Avo Sandwich and cheescakes, cookies, cakes and muffins. Delivery within Mariposa and discount if order is called in ahead. Open daily for breakfast and lunch. Dress is casual.
River Rock Inn & Deli Garden
4993 7th Street
Mariposa, California 95338
(209) 966-5793
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Mountain Room Restaurant @ Yosemite Lodge - Yosemite (valley) is located at Yosemite Lodge in Yosemite Valley off Highways 120, 140 and 41. Situated at the base of Yosemite Falls, they offer breathtaking views from indoor bay windows or outdoor deck. Menu choices include Rock Shrimp Ceviche Cocktail, Jerk Style Chicken Skewers, Gazpacho Soup, Spinach & Mushroom Salad, Seafood Pasta, Portabella Stack, Cowboy Whiskey Steak and Vegan Mezze Plate. Open nightly for dinner only. Dress is business casual.
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Mountain Room Restaurant @ Yosemite Lodge
Yosemite Lodge Drive
Mariposa, California 95338
(209)372-1274
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Wawona Hotel Restaurant - Yosemite (south) is located off Highway 41 in the southern High Country of Yosemite. The Victorian dining room is situated in the historic Wowona Hotel overlooking a large green courtyard to a golf course. They specialize in classic American fare. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Outdoor barbeque occurs on Saturday evenings in the summer months. Brunch on Sundays. Dress is business-casual.
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Wawona Hotel Restaurant
Wawona Road
Mariposa, California 95338
(209) 375-1425
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Branding Iron Steakhouse @ Sierra Sky Ranch - Oakhurst is located off Highway 41 just north of Bass Lake Road. Situated in an old ranch house with wood floors, open beam ceilings and Western decor. Menu choices include Spaghetti & Meatballs, Bowl of Chili, Ted’s Buffalo Burger, Shrimp Salad, Grilled Artichoke, BBQ Beef Ribs, Cedar Spike Salmon and Slice of Granny Duin’s Homemade Pie. Open Wednesday-Sunday for dinner only (reduced days during Winter). Dress is casual to snappy duds.
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Branding Iron Steakhouse @ Sierra Sky Ranch
50552 Road 632
Oakhurst, California 93644
(559) 658-2644
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Erna's Elderberry House @ Chateau du Sureau - Oakhurst is located off Highway 41 just south of the Highway 49 intersection. They offer fine dining in the Sierra Foothills with a European atmosphere. The Restaurant is surrounded by elderberry bushes. The luxurious Chateau du Sureau is attached to the restaurant and offers high-end accommodations. Menu choices include Tobiko Caviar, Pan Seared Tasmanian Sea Trout, Italian Pepper Soup, Grilled Angus Beef Tenderloin and Salad of Organic Greens. Open daily for dinner only. Dress is business-casual to semi-formal.
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Erna's Elderberry House @ Chateau du Sureau
48688 Victoria Lane
Oakhurst, California 93644
(559) 683-6860
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Eagles Landing - June Lake is located in the Double Eagle Resort on the June Lake Loop. The elegent dining room feature high glass windows with a mountain view and pine walls, floor, ceiling and outdoor deck. Menu includes Rotisserie Roasted Chicken, fresh seafood selections, ribs, steaks and a variety of specialty salads. Dress is casual to business-casual. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Eagles Landing @ Double Eagle Resort
5587 Highway 158
June Lake, CA 93529
(760) 648-7004
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The Mogul - Mammoth Lakes is located off Old Mammoth Road just south of Main Street (Hwy 203). The Mogul is practically tradition with long-time Mammoth visitors. Menu choices include Sautéed Mushrooms, Alaskan King Crab Legs, St. Louis Pork Back Ribs, Porterhouse Steak, Cajun Chicken, Spaghetti Squash and Angel Hair Pasta. Open nightly for dinner only. Dress is casual.
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The Mogul
1528 Tavern Road
Mammoth Lakes, California 93546
(760) 934-3039
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Convict Lake Resort Restaurant - Convict Lake is located 3-miles south of Highway 395 between Crowley Lake and Mammoth Lakes. Situated in a narrow canyon with granite megaliths towering thousands of feet above the lake, Convict Lake Resort is a High Sierra paradise. The restaurant & bar have been a popular place for locals for many decades and feature international cuisine. Choices include Escargot en Croute, Warm Goat Cheese and Arugula Salad, Fresh Alpers Rainbow Trout, Prime Rib of Elk and Chicken Marsala & Penne Pasta. Open nightly for dinner and lunch is served on certain days. Dress is casual to business-casual. Reservations recommended.
TIP: The food at the Convict Lake Resort Restaurant is superb. Without a doubt they rival any fine restaurant in the state for presentation and flavor. They're also known for their pizzas, which are conveniently available to-go.
Convict Lake Resort Restaurant
Convict Lake Road
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
(760) 934-3803
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Erick Schat's Bakkerÿ - Bishop is located at the base of the Sierras and offers fresh bakery goods and superb deli sandwiches. Cookies, cakes, pastries and specialty breads are available in their bakery. They are famous for their Sheapherders Bread but everything else is equally as good. Open for breakfast and lunch. Dress is casual.
TIP: Be sure to purchase one of their pastry items to have later at home or camp. You'll regret that you didn't buy more - we guarantee it.
Erick Schat's Bakkerÿ
763 N Main Street
Bishop, California 93514
(760) 873-7156
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