A tasty, highly rated place close to the hotel in Lone Pine. There were about 12 tables inside and…read morea bunch more outdoor seats, but with the hot weather, everyone opted for indoor dining. The waitstaff were attentive and quick; the only thing that took some extra time was the pork chops! I got the Grill's Burger (grilled pineapple, coleslaw) with fries and it was a nice, cool treat. The crinkle cut fries were tasty too.

We ended up coming here twice in the same number of days; the second time was because of a bad…read moreexperience at Alabama Hills Cafe & Bakery. The first time we arrived, we were greeted so kindly by Jerry. She was warm, patient, and genuinely made us feel welcomed. Food was solid with good portions. Jerry also provided a bowl of water for our dogs when it was hot outside. She made sure they were comfortable in the outside patio where we dined. We were hoping to see Jerry again on our second visit but service was still good and friendly. But Jerry is the reason we hope to come back the next time we're in the area.

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The burgers are decent. And unfortunately, that's about the best thing I can say about this place…read more First, the seating situation makes absolutely no sense. The bar feels like it's still operating under COVID-era restrictions, with only about half of the actual bar available for seating. Whether that's poor planning, an attempt to save money, or something else, who knows. The end result is customers looking for somewhere to sit while usable space goes unused. Then there's the ordering system. Apparently you're expected to order your food first and THEN go find a table, even when there are probably 20 open tables sitting right in front of you. We even had customers ahead of us trying to lecture us that we couldn't sit down before ordering. It's almost comical. It turns something as simple as ordering a burger and finding a seat into an unnecessarily confusing process. We still gave the Roadhouse a chance despite our previous experience with their bakery, where we found bugs and hair in our sandwiches. We figured maybe this would be different. Unfortunately, it feels like another example of trying to do too many things instead of doing one thing exceptionally well. The burgers here are okay. That's really it. Nothing terrible, but nothing that makes me understand the hype or gives me a reason to come back. Combine that with the awkward seating arrangement and customer service that certainly didn't improve the experience, and an "okay burger" just isn't enough. And then there was the bathroom situation. I'm posting a blurred photo because apparently whatever was going on in there hadn't been noticed or addressed by the staff. Nothing quite finishes off your appetite like ordering your food and then walking into the restroom and being greeted by that. I'll let the picture speak for itself. Between the COVID-era-feeling seating setup, the ridiculous order-first-and-then-find-a-seat system, lackluster customer service, mediocre food, our previous experience with the bakery, and now the restroom issue, this just isn't the business for me. When the strongest compliment I can give a restaurant is "the burger was okay," there's really no reason for me to come back

Hello all, Malika is the only one running Still Life right now so have patience in trying to make…read morea reservation. She is doing her best and is not always available to take reservations. Passing through? Slow down, stop, turn off your phone, and enjoy the ambiance and history of Still Life Cafe.

We were in the area for two nights and we had dinner here twice. The chef was lovely to talk to and…read moreyou can feel the passion she has for the meals she makes. The inside is very cute rustic but lovely. ---Only down side, it's so difficult to get a hold of anyone and make an appointment. We were in town again and weren't able get a hold of anyone. ---

AMAZING TEXAS-STYLE BBQ!…read more Holy Smoke Texas Style BBQ absolutely delivered! The meat was tender, juicy, smoky, and packed with flavor--exactly what great BBQ should taste like. You can tell they put real time and care into smoking their meats. The portions were generous, the food tasted fresh, and everything we tried was delicious. This is the kind of BBQ that has you thinking about your next visit before you've even finished eating! If you're craving authentic Texas-style BBQ, Holy Smoke is definitely worth the visit. Great food, great flavor, and a place we'll absolutely be coming back to! Highly recommend!

I genuinely don't understand the good reviews for this place. We came here expecting BBQ, and…read moresomehow the best thing my friends and I ate was a plain split potato that we seasoned ourselves. Let's start with the tri-tip. Extremely dry. It had a visible smoke ring, so clearly it saw some smoke at some point, but there was barely any actual smoke flavor and absolutely zero seasoning or flavor. The menu literally describes it as "generously seasoned." I don't know what they consider generous, because ours tasted like seasoning never even entered the building. The pulled pork was garbage too. No seasoning, no smoke flavor, nothing. It honestly tasted like somebody took plain pulled pork, threw it directly onto a bun, and said, "There you go, BBQ." No sauce, no flavor, nothing that made you want another bite. Then came the "mac & cheese," and I'm using that term VERY loosely. Whatever we got shouldn't even be considered mac & cheese. The cheese had that rubbery, chewy texture you get when you microwave nacho cheese and let it sit too long. There was absolutely no creaminess. The pasta itself was so dried out and broken down that it was barely recognizable as pasta. I genuinely don't know what happened to it. The beans were probably the most acceptable side. They were okay, but had that straight-out-of-the-can kind of taste. Nothing special, nothing particularly smoky or homemade. And then there's the winner of the entire meal: the split potato. A potato. That's it. And you know why it was good? Because WE got to put the salt, pepper, and butter on it ourselves. Apparently, if you want properly seasoned food here, you have to be in charge of the seasoning. Also, how does a BBQ restaurant not have French fries? What really made us laugh were all the signs basically telling customers that if they order food "to go," they better not sit down and eat it there--you have to order dine-in if you want to use the tables. The attitude those signs give off is hilarious considering what actually comes out of the kitchen. This isn't some legendary BBQ destination with a line wrapped around the building where they need crowd-control rules. You're a roadside BBQ place in a small desert town. People see "BBQ," they're hungry, and they stop to give you a shot. But based on what we were served, I can't imagine many people making a special trip back. When the best thing four people can agree on is a plain potato that they had to season themselves, your BBQ has a serious problem.

After 3 days of backpacking, a hot steamy shower, and working up a serious appetite, I was on a…read morequest for a big juicy burger. Mountain Rambler Brewery in Bishop came through! The Bacon & Blue Burger was incredibly well put together and paired perfectly with their crispy fries. I also tried the Arugula Salad, which was really good, although I would've swapped the goat cheese for feta if I had read the description more closely. The welcoming atmosphere and beautiful hand-painted artwork featuring local landmarks made this the perfect post-hike stop. Exactly the kind of meal I needed after 3 days on the trail!

We were in town for an event & stopped in to grab a bite. Menu is pretty basic, burgers, salads,…read moresandwiches; I flipped over the menu and saw pizza, I got excited & decided to order a pizza only to realize it was Thursday & they only serve pizza on the weekend. So we ordered a burger, grilled cheese, beef empanada, and their chicken sandwich. Burger, fries, grilled cheese, and chicken sandwich were good, but the beef empanada was not. The beef empanada was a dry ground beef empanada with no cheese filling (it says it contains mozzarella) and was only made edible by the chimichurri it comes with. I tried to order a Michelada and the waitress looked offended which is wild considering this is a brewery. Food 8/10 Service 8/10

Jacks restaurant last stop on our way home from a successful angling trip. Kelly greeted us and…read moretook our orders Jacks is always busy the friendly experienced staff can handle all the hungry visitors. Bacon combos with biscuits & gravy were our choices, Kelly had our orders out in no time. I really don't mind waiting jacks is decorated so cool with record fish mounts and antiques. Breakfasts were delicious thick bacon, generous hash browns, and fluffy scrambled eggs biscuits & gravy way to much to finish Jacks has a bakery with pies ready to go, I was to full even to consider. Jacks should be on your radar if your passing through on 395

If you're passing through Bishop and looking for a great meal with that classic small-town charm,…read moremake sure you stop by Jack's Place. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with a warm, nostalgic atmosphere that feels like stepping back into a simpler time. The décor, friendly faces, and comfortable setting make it the kind of place where you instantly feel at home. The food was exactly what we were hoping for--fresh, flavorful, and cooked just right. Every bite hit the spot and reminded us why local diners like this are so special. A special shout-out to Erica, who made our visit even better. She was incredibly attentive, friendly, and always seemed to know exactly what we needed before we had to ask. Her positive attitude and excellent service truly elevated the entire experience. Great food, outstanding service, and a welcoming atmosphere--Jack's Place is a gem in Bishop. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in town! Israel, the manager on staff super kind and friendly

Great food and great place to go for date night with your pup. Outside seating available. Fast…read moreservice.

amazing service, kimberly was awesome! all the food was absolutely amazing!!! Highly recommend…read moregoing, the drinks were soooo yummy too

We have been here a couple times over the years and both times it was a good experience…read more Staff was friendly and nice . Food was good ! We just split the chili fries which was enough for us. Sorry for the sloppy photos I forgot to take a photo pre splitting !

It's a shame when servers are not trained. It's even worse when the food is not good…read more The young lady that served us asked about drinks. Why sure I'd like a libation something rather. She came back and said in fact they don't serve Margarita's. She said she had no idea, and that she didn't even live in the area. What does where she lives have anything to do with anything? I don't want to be mean, but ?? I ordered the 1/2 rack of these "Famous Ribs." My hubby the Flat Iron steak. We asked for salads as the choice instead of soup. We wait and wait...starving after having hiked all over the Alabama Hills. It is customary to get the salad ahead of time, but this young lady was doing other things. Suddenly after 15 min. we got our meals with no salad. She was getting ready to walk away when I asked about the salads. She went and got them not really concerned about it, and was not really understanding. So onto these ribs! I'm traumatized by these things that were so overcooked and dry. What on earth was done to these things? It seems they were boiled, then frozen, then defrosted, and microwaved? Who knows!! I do know this. I have been making ribs for a long time. For the love of God you don't need to kill the pig 15 times! My hubbies Flat Iron Steak was alright. Not completely hideous. Needless to say, there are not many choices in the Lone Pine. This is not a choice I would ever venture to again if in the area.

some of the best Chinese food i've ever had, and the whole family agrees. Service was AMAZING, it…read morefelt really at home and welcoming because you walk in and you're greeted with smiles which was really refreshing. It's a perfect restaurant if you want a relaxing ma and pa vibe. The service dog Blue is very well mannered but if that's not your cup of tea you're able to sit on the other end of the restaurant to not be by the dog. P.S the music taste of the aux owner was impeccable ;) - Cyber truck/roadtrip family.

Got takeout from here. It's quite busy and cramped inside. The staff were friendly, and considering…read morehow busy it was, the food took about 40 minutes to get ready. The portions felt just okay for the price, but it was definitely nice having a spot to get Chinese food kind of in the middle of nowhere. We brought it with us for our Whitney camping trip, and it was really nice to have a hot meal out there. I also liked that the dishes come with rice, which made the portions feel more complete. The noodles were a little overcooked for me, and the beef and broccoli had a bit too much soy sauce, but overall it was a solid option for the area and convenient for takeout.

Nice place to take a breather from the road. If you have a…read moredog, head across to park and run ROVER in the grassy dog park. Dog park offers water and two fenced areas for small & larger dogs. Head to Frostys for your meal and back to hang at the dog park. Both Frostys and Dog Park have good Human bathrooms.

I am so sad to see that Frosty chalet is permanently closed. It is a stop that I look so forward to…read moreon my yearly trip from Palm Springs to Spanish Springs Nevada to visit family. Not just for the food which was delicious but the staff and owner always made myself and my dog feel very welcomed. The owner was so kind... On my way back one year I realize that I was going to arrive 20 minutes after they closed... When I called to verify the hours, the owner said don't worry, honey. I will prepare your order and stay until you get here safely. What the what???! You just don't find businesses like that anymore that go the extra step to make a difference. I wanted to take this opportunity to thank the owner and staff for their kindness and know that it did not go unnoticed by me and I'm sure many others. Best wishes to all of you... You're awesome and will be sorely missed on Thursday when I'm driving through.. Lane and Flash