Great experience on a Friday evening. We came with our dog and sat outside - they had the misters going which was great because it was hot! Service was great - our waitress was knowledgeable and friendly. Good wine list featuring local wines. Good food menu - small menu, with enough variety to cater to most people. Get their special bread - it's delicious! I loved the fish tacos and the short rib. read more

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We made our reservation about a week in advance and requested outdoor seating in the notes. Kudos to the host for making it happen, but it seemed like the request wasn't reviewed ahead of time, so they had to rearrange tables when we arrived. The appetizer was the highlight of the meal. The fried chicken was just okay, and the short rib was a little fatty. Our friend's kid's pasta wasn't edible, and the kids' meal also came out much later than everyone else's. Our server was friendly and attentive, but the restaurant felt more like a bar than the dining experience we expected, and there were quite a few flies. After an amazing dinner at The Cabin the night before, this one just didn't live up to the reviews. Unfortunately, I don't think we'll be back. read more

We dined at Alchemy this past Thursday and Friday night...one night wasn't enough ! The first night we started with Moonlight Bloom cocktails that were made perfectly... keep in mind we are picky types! Highly recommend this drink. We ordered Brussel sprouts which were absolutely amazing!!! Very few places make them well. We were very impressed! Caesar salad perfect , and bread was fresh baked. The following night we had short rib stroganoff with fresh pasta and Caesar salad. Fabulous! Our waitress really made both evenings special. Service was excellent and she was a delight... read more

We had absolutely wonderful service from Tyler last night. We are truly appreciative of his kindness and hospitality. The food was incredible! The bread was a little different but we enjoyed trying something new. My scallops were cooked very nicely and the short ribs were also great! I will definitely be back next time I'm in Murphy's read more

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Party of 4: Sunday @ 19:00p - No reservation required. We walked in just about an hour prior to closing. My eye caught two words on the menu "Ribeye Steak" which did not disappoint at all. Great selections offered- we tried sriracha corn fritters as well as bruschetta. This place is definitely worth checking out! read more

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The atmosphere here is really relaxed. Wide open and airy dining room and outdoor seating is available. Plenty of light from outside comes in making everything welcoming and inviting. The service is really good and we had zero issues in the department. The food was cooked really well. The batter they used for the fish was delicious! It was flaky and flavorful but not overpowering. The rib eye was tender and had good flavor. The gold nugget bread was also delicious. We would come back here. read more

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If you find yourself in the area, I highly recommend visiting this great restaurant, its blend small-town charm with an impressive dining experience. The menu a delightful selection that stands out significantly compared to many of the surrounding eateries. Whether you're in the mood for something classic or a modern twist, there's something for everyone. I was particularly impressed with the service. The staff members were attentive, friendly, and made us feel right at home. The food itself was delicious, showcasing quality and creativity that felt more similar to a higher-end restaurant than what you would expect in a small town. Given the limited options nearby, it's refreshing to have such a great place to return to. read more

Went 1 week ago. Went on sunday night, not that crowded. Pretty quiet. I ate there before. 1) Decor same 2) sitting outside is nice 3) Food is always good. Husband got scallop, I got Salmon Fish, key lime pie is very good. 4) A local red wine is very good. Highly recommended. I always like this place. read more

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Went here last night with family and friends, a party of 9. They set us up in the side patio and it was a VIBE!!!! it was a warm summer night with the misters on cooling us down, cafe lights, everything was gorgeous with the landscape all around us! We started with appetizers: their specialty bread was a hit! As was the calamari, buffalo cauliflower, and hot and delicious garlic fries! Our waitress was incredible. So accommodating with the kids cups, offering delicious chipotle and herb aioli - wow so good!!! Our adult drinks were great! Our entrees were top notch. I live in Murphys and definitely sure it's the best meal I've had here. Our party got the fried chicken- soooo moist with delicious gravy and the mashed potatoes OMGGGGGGG. What magic is in there!?! Scallops were incredible with delicious risotto and veg, braised short ribs yummmm, and the burger was incredible. Everything was incredible! The kids were taken such good care as well, the meals were a great portion and they each got a kid sundae after!!! The smiles on the kids when that showed up was awesome! I am not one to write many reviews but this place really charmed me. I don't go out much as we have young kids but when we do, it's a special occasion and this night was incredible service, incredible food, incredible atmosphere. I am so excited to have met the lovely owner and continue to support this dream of hers! I am coming back asap. read more

This is a disappointing review to write..... as I live in Murphys. However, friends and the wife and I dropped into Alchemy a few weeks ago to enjoy a cocktail and probably a meal thereafter..... however there was not a bar tender, and only one server, who was trying her best to represent the business. We watched a gentleman guide her on how to make a cocktail, as we then decided we could not put her through the experience of how to make four more cocktails. Kudos to her for trying, however we wished for a modicum of customer service. We returned last night, and unfortunately were greeted with a comparable experience. No bartender, and we were told, "You can't sit at the bar." This time, there were at least two servers. Both tried to be as accommodating as possible, so we are able to enjoy a few cocktails, but no way were we going to then order food. We want Murphys businesses to succeed, but this is no way to do it. By the way, this occurred on a Friday night at 5:30pm. We have now scratched Alchemy off our dinner venues. read more

Enjoyed our dinner at Alchemy. Good serving size and tasty food. Greek Salad was great. Good Beer selection.

Outstanding service and food Britney and Josh were amazing!!! We will be back!!! And Muerita makes a great drink!!! read more

Alchemy - Meatloaf excellent flavor an presentation - New American Near Me - Murphys, California

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We are camping for a few nights at Angel's camp. Our routine is to set up camp and then go to a restaurant for dinner. We have our sweet dog with us and after an exhausting search for a restaurant that allows dogs in angels camp we took a chance and drive to Murphy's. We happened upon alchemy restaurant and they graciously sat us in their cool and airy patio and quickly brought our thirsty boy a bowl of water with ice too. It was a super hot night. We ordered the best ever fish and chips and Angus burger, glass of wine and a delicious beer that I can't remember the name of. Britney served us and a young man made sure we had plenty of water for us in our dog. It was a lovely patio and they had misters on to cool their guests. This place is alive and we would not hesitate to go back. Thank you for starting our vacation off so nicely. You are a delight Brittney read more

We were visiting this past weekend from San Diego, CA and we were looking for a place to watch the Norway v. England World Cup game that could accommodate 11 adults and 10 kids on a whim. Even though this place usually closes in the afternoon, they stayed open for our group and to eat/drink and watch the game. Our server, Brittany was amazing!! She was so sweet and attentive and made sure we were taken care of. The food and drinks were amazing too! If we ever find ourselves in Murphy's again, we will be back. read more

I wish I had better things to say about the place because the food we got was pretty nice. We arrived for an early dinner on a Friday and were seated after a few minutes. Then, came a long wait for a server to come. Once they did, after tables who had been seated after us, they offered us water that also took a long time. One of our servers was so kind, I didn't catch her name, but she brought our water and took our orders very efficiently, but was friendly. We ordered the fried cauliflower and alchemy burgers. Once the cauliflower came, our waiter told us that a cook had walked out mid-dinner rush had left them low on production. This didn't really explain the wait for service but we understood. I didn't get photos of the burgers when they came, because our table was pretty hungry after the long wait! The presentation of the food was ok but the food itself was pretty delicious. The fries were very flavorful and the burgers were cooked a perfect medium rare. We also got a butter pecan sundae that was very large, but good. If the food and that one waiter had not been so good, I would probably take more stars. If you are going to come here, I recommend having a lot of time and patience. 5 stars for the food, 2 stars for the service. Knowing this, I would be tentative to come back if we got the same experience in terms of service. read more

Let me start by saying the food was great. No complaints there. I'm dinging a star just for the service. Though the pricing on the food is pretty high for a place like Murphy's, this is supposed to be one of the more finer restaurants. However, the service was pretty inattentive. After asking us for our drink order. One of our group didn't receive his Stout beer. I'm not a big complainer about stuff like this but the rest in our group had already finished their drinks and ready for round 2 while our friend didn't even get theirs. We had already gotten appetizers but not our mains, and the waitress didn't come to get additional drink orders even though everyone was empty and the friend didn't even get his. I went to the bar by myself and I was told his Stout was pressurizing and needed 15 minutes to get going, or something I couldn't understand. I asked them for another round and getting him something else was ready. Not informing us that his drink was going to take 15+ min to get ready, and not coming in for getting us a 2nd round, just seemed a bit inattentive. Waitresses which there were several seemed bored and not all too concerned with us which was kind of funny as the restaurant was pretty much empty. For that I ding a star, but the food was good! I'll be back but I hope they take this as constructive criticism. read more

The ambiance is beautiful and the fireplace helped stay warm in this cold fall. Our server was polite and friendly. The food was delicious! Good and generous portions. We shared a beets salad with vanilla dressing that was so yummy! My husband ordered the scallops and polenta with mushrooms. It was yummy. Paired with the Indian rock Chardonnay. I had the ribeye steak. Cooked to perfection! So delicious! Paired with a glass of the Meiomi Pinot Noir couldn't get any better! Definitely coming back and totally recommend. read more

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Great food and ambiance. Everything we had was good but the gold nugget bread was a standout as well as the beef short ribs. The patio is great on a warm evening! read more

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Up in the area for the long weekend to check out Calaveras Big Trees State Park and made a reso for this place - and had high hopes - ends up this place is decidedly mid. Service was incredibly slow, despite there being no shortage of waiters and waitresses and many open tables the whole evening. They gave us upwards of 10 minutes with the single page menu to decide on appetizers, then another 5 minutes to inquire about the entrees. The bill took 20 minutes to recevie at the end. While nitpicky, you truly expect better from a restaurant like this. For our appetizers, we ordered Mac and cheese and Gold nugget bread. The "world-famous" bread is just garlic bread. It was delivered lukewarm, it tasted fine, and it's still not worth the $8. The Mac and cheese was just alright. Unlike the garlic bread, it was delivered hot, and tasted slightly unique. It was the best part of the meal. The fun cocktails were also pretty good. The bartender making the drinks has more in it for them than the person who cooked our food. For our entrees, we ordered the Fried chicken, the Cheeseburger, the mushroom polenta, and the seared scallops with risotto. Initially, the second child (who got a cheeseburger) ALSO wanted fried chicken, but they were somehow out of chicken at 7pm on a saturday. Both the chicken and the burger were substandard, especially for the price; the burger, much like the golden bread, was lukewarm and basic. Additionally, the "garlic" fries on the side were indistinguishable from normal french fries. I genuinely hope that they messed up the order because of how disappointing the fries were. Absolutely not worth the $20 you pay. The $28-for-a-single-piece Fried Chicken was arguably worse than Popeyes or Chick-fil-a. The mashed potatoes and Bok choy on the side were alright, but nothing to write home about. Again, not worth the $28 fee. The mushroom polenta was genuinely good. Medium sized portion with no real protein source, but that's expected from a vegetarian dish. Was it worth the $25? Meh. The seared scallops were also good. Nothing to complain about there except for the $39 price tag. Really?? Overall, we entered hopeful, and left disappointed. The kids weren't satisfied. Poor POOR service. Would not return. read more

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Stopped in for drinks & appetizers.. First drink I ordered an ingredient was out. Ordered something else off the menu. My husband's drink and our first appetizer were brought out before waiter came back to tell me they are out of ingredients for my other drink. My drink did not arrive until after our 2nd appetizer came out. Drink was subpar. I did not finish. Not impressed by the calamari or corn fritters we ordered. read more

We were so looking forward to our visit to Alchemy. The food was delicious. I wanted to a glass of wine but had to stop her before she just gave us a menu. The waitress didn't ask if I wanted a full or half salad (there were 2sizes) service was not good, our little blonde waitress was friendly, but didn't ask if we wanted wine, and then reminded her I wanted a second glass, she never came back. We were the only people in the restaurant, so terrible service. Has to another waitress for our bill This wasn't a good sign. We're so disappointed. Maybe just had a flaky waitress read more

Overall 4.5 out of 5 THE GOOD ° Pan Sear Scallops!! - Absolutely amazing! 5 out of 5 - Perfectly made scallops and risotto ° Alchemy Burger - A solid choice for anyone who wants a burger - We got it so the boys could have fries ° Outdoor seating that is dog friendly ° Had NBA games playing inside ° Servers are friendly THE BAD ° They close at 8pm - But that's all of Murhpys - What's the deal? City wide agreement that everyone closes at 8? hahah THE UGLY ° Nothing Possibly the best restaurant in Muphys! I give this place a solid 4.5 out of 5 stars. The pan-seared scallops were absolutely amazing, deserving a 5 out of 5. They were perfectly cooked, and the accompanying risotto was excellent. The Alchemy Burger was a solid choice for anyone craving a good burger, and we ordered it so the boys could enjoy some fries. The outdoor seating was a delightful feature, especially since it was dog-friendly, allowing us to bring our furry friend along. Inside, they had NBA games playing, which added to the lively and enjoyable atmosphere. The servers were incredibly friendly and attentive, making our dining experience even better. The only downside is that they close at 8 pm, which is quite early, but it seems like that's the norm in Murphys. I found it amusing and wondered if there was a city-wide agreement for all businesses to close at 8. read more

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Good service & food, but menu hasn't changed much in years. Nice serving staff. Great wine selection. read more

Alchemy is a great place for lunch in Arnold, if you're looking for something more than burgers, pizza or basic sandwiches. On a warm July Saturday, it was still rather busy around 2:30. They do close between lunch and dinner (I think around 3) and we were one of the last lunch seatings. Staff was still welcoming and friendly. Their outdoor patio was lovely but it was a warm day and cooler indoor seating was the way to go. I got the tofu Bahn Mi, which was flavorful and enough for splitting in two for leftovers. Nice modern interior and interesting lunch options. I'd be back when in the area. read more

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Amazing place. If you come to Murphys, you have to come eat here. Their burger is definitely the best burger in town... in the county! And aside from the Burger, there's such a great variety of food, something for everyone! And the service was amazing! read more

Canceled reservations on 3/14. Not enough people to open for dinner. They did call but it was very frustrating. Could not find another restaurant within 5 miles. Amazing lame excuse read more

It has been a minute since we dined at Alchemy and I am so glad we revisited them! We were looking for a restaurant on a Saturday night that would take reservations for a large group. I called several restaurants in Murphys and they were unable to accommodate our group. I luckily was able to make reservations at Alchemy. We were able to be seated earlier than scheduled which worked out well for our group after a long day of wine tasting. We all started with drinks from the bar and I must say they were amazing. I ordered a drink with pear vodka and it was very well made. For dinner we naturally started with the gold nugget bread. If you've never tasted it, you need to do so ASAP. Trust me. I ordered the pan seared pangasius which is a flaky white fish with a very mild flavor. No fishy taste at all. Everyone enjoyed their meals and the friendly atmosphere. We will definitely return. read more

This was one of the best places to eat in murphys for many years . But this has seriously changed ! The menu is much smaller , more expensive and some how worse all at the same time ! The scallops (one of the most expensive dishes , is gritty (lots of sand ) and had a burnt taste to them dispute being tender. The risotto that comes with three fish was a thin layer and for $40 . Is way over priced This dish should never be served ! read more

Alchemy - Scallops - New American Near Me - Murphys, California

We've waited for an hour +, but only due to a Brit Floyd with Alan Parsons Project concert ( imagine the awesome). Once we were seated, being shorthanded, the hostess herself () took the order and delivered it in now time with " special instructions ", as requested. And the second shock wave for me, formerly Chef, was the quality and presentation of the food. Devine! The Chef is amazing! For a former restaurateur, this was perfect! Thank you, guys, and since there's a lot of great concerts happening in that Ironstone Amphitheater of yours, we'll be back.)) read more

Checked out a new spot today and the service was outstanding thank you Beverly! The food and drinks were amazing. Definitely check out this gem next time you're in Arnold read more

One of the nicer restaurants in Murphy and great ambience and service . Liked my Thai mushroom soup and the appetizer of muscles . Wife liked her nicely done scallops dinner. Food was good enough but not 5 star worthy. read more

My Chemical Romance Modern American restaurant located in charming downtown Murphys, that features rotating daily specials, a solid menu and a sizable selections of adult beverages, from mixed drinks and locally-made wines, to a bevy of beer and cider on-tap. The Good: *Service from Tea (Téa?) was excellent; personable, friendly and was on-top of the menu and specials. For being such a young lady, she knows how to do her job extremely well. *Large, covered outdoor space *Menu is simple but effective. *Mixed drinks are muy, muy fuerte. 0_o *You can make reservations ahead of time. Probably a good idea as they can get busy from what we've heard, but it was fairly slow when we visited. *All our food was cooked beautifully and presented elegantly. *Def get the Gold Nugget Bread app! There's a reason the locals call it "crack bread." Pro tip: they do also sell the toppings and housemade butter to take home and make it yourself! *Dulce de Leche Cheesecake was fabulous! The perfect way to end a meal. Yeah, it was a bit sweet--but fuck was it gooooooood! The crunchy candied pecans definitely made a big difference. *Located in Downtown Murphys, so you can park and walk and visit the other shops afterward if one chooses. The Meh: *Carissa would've liked a bit more of a hard sear on her scallops, but otherwise, they were cooked perfectly. The Ugly: *Wish this place was closer so we could eat here more often. :'( TLDR: Great food, fantastic service and plenty of alcohol. Not much more one needs in life, eh? read more

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While visiting my aunt in Angels Camp, she suggested we dine at Alchemy. Since I am from New Jersey I followed her lead, which was a great decision. We started with the Golden Nugget Bread and the Burrata with pasta chips. Both appetizers were fantastic, but the bread was very unique and I could have eaten all of it myself. For my entree I went with the Fried Chicken. My only criticism is that the fried chicken has a sweet Asian glaze but is served over Yukon mashed potatoes. Both the chicken and mashed potatoes were great, but the flavors of the chicken would probably pair better with rice rather than mashed. Overall it was a great experience. read more

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I enjoyed dinner here so much I went two days in a row. The first night I had the bistro salad and the second night I ordered the fish tacos. Both were great and I also enjoyed the local wine selections. Best of all was the covered patio area. I was traveling alone with my two large dogs, and the staff was very accommodating, even bringing a water bowl out for them. The patio was large enough that the dogs were not near other diners. It was the perfect place to enjoy good food and wine and relax with my canines. Thank you! read more

Alchemy - Baja fish tacos - New American Near Me - Murphys, California

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Close to the perfect combination of location,ambience,food and service. Knowledgeable bar staff to pick the proper wine pairing. I recommend the lamb shanks,fantastic! read more

Phenomenal!! If you've been craving a true culinary experience, you've got to take the time to enjoy the talents at Alchemy. Clam chowder is worth the trip alone. Flavor, service, experience- all amazing from start to finish! Cheers! read more

Higher end with a simple menu and stellar staff. Full bar with a good assortment of beers on tap and in the bottle. Good wine selection to accompany delicious food. read more

Great food! Visited today for lunch and we sampled a lot of their menu. - mahi mahi club sandwich: blackened fish fillet with bacon, avocado and an aioli on a great bun, served with garlic fries. Wow, very good, I was shocked. - smoked bacon mac and cheese app: modest portion, which was perfect for something so rich. We loved it. - caesar salad with chicken: Huge portion! Enough for two to split, loaded with chicken. - burrata app: nice burrata portion, but served with marinara sauce and some fried pasta strips. Not my favorite combination, but something I've never seen before. - garlic bread app: Nice bread loaded with butter, cheese, corn, and fresh herbs. A little too rich for me, but the table didn't seem to agree. - kids chicken strips: Large portion, looked freshly made. - kids sundae: A secret treat we shared, very good hot fudge! Service was great, check out their large selection of local wines. read more

Fantastic food in this little gold rush town. 4.5 stars Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 3 Cost to worth it rating: 4 (entrees ~$20-30) Opentableable: no but another online system Return worthiness: yes Highlights: - Mac and cheese: one of my fave dishes on earth and this version was solid. - Al dente shells soaking in a delightful aged cheddar cheese sauce with - Asiago that was a great consistency being not too runny or thick. Also bonus for a potato chip topping. Good portion, too I got one to share with my hub to start and they split it for us into 2 bowl. 5 stars - Burrata salad: nice with fresh heirloom tomatoes and topped with crushed hazelnuts. 4 stars - Drinks: mules were yummy! - Bread app: like a focaccia garlic bread with corn, green onions, and Parmesan cheese on top. 3.5 stars - Peanut butter chocolate cake: 2 of my fave things in one. 3.5 stars - Kids menu: options for burger, Mac and cheese, or plain butter pasta for $9- including a hot fudge sundae! - Seating: huge dining room inside and large covered areas outside Lowlights: - Crab Mac and cheese: though i loved the original, the crab didn't seem too fresh and there wasn't much of it for the extra price. It also took forever--most of us were almost done w our entrees when it arrived. 3 stars Didn't know what to expect in Murphys food and this spot was stellar--would definitely return. More Mac and cheese please! read more

We came here for lunch and after we were seated, no one ever came to take our order. Several people walked by our table without taking our order or checking to see if anyone had come by to take care of us. We ended up leaving without ever being served. read more