Barrow's Cafe and Grill

Food's amazing But the Recall Newsom sign outside is even…read moreBeTtEr Takes guts to piss off half of your potential customers!

Went to lunch on a Wednesday at the foothills cafe. This restaurant has been here for a long time…read more My mother in law went regularly for breakfast. It is small and the decor is old. The waitress was very friendly. Although there were only two other groups she didn't check on us. I had the Sierra salad. Apparently the menu recently changed. The salad was supposed to include chicken but it was served without the chicken. When we pointed out the omission they cooked some up. The lettuce was fresh and there was lots of bacon. My SIl had a cheese burger. It was big enough that she brought half home. It included lots of fries. My husband had the chorizo omelet. They make their own chorizo. The chorizo spices were good but he thought it was dry. Overall lunch was filling.

I will drive all the way there just for the sausage!!

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Avocado,spinach with jack cheese omelette

Woods Creek Cafe

4.4(419 reviews)

3.3 mi

Update after new ownership!…read more I was worried that the food or service was going to change after the new ownership was completed. I mean, I was expecting the worst. What did I get? The same great food, the same great service, better coffee and the convenience of being able to pay by card (wth a fee). Are the prices a little higher? Yes; but what isn't these days? For wonderful pancakes cooked in butter, I'd pay it gladly. All the recipes are the same and boy am I glad. And the specials are always fun. I'd like to put my request in for a Corn Dog omelette special, please. I had it about 7 years ago and I still can taste it. My hubs would like the Cowboy Filet Mignon. Jose is a breath of fresh air. So friendly and attentive, as is the rest of the staff. Well, damn. Now I'm hungry.

we "experienced" breakfast over this past weekend at Woods Creek Cafe in Jamestown…read more it took a little while for the four of us to be seated because seating is somewhat limited. it is a smaller cafe the wait was worth it. the single server was busy on a Saturday morning, but she was pleasant and efficient. everyone was pleased with their breakfast and we left clean plates for our server once we were done. i particularly enjoyed the Breakfast Tostada that i had. if we were not "tourists" i would absolutely become a regular here for breakfast

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Breakfast burrito

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Dining room

Yianni's Grill

4.6(212 reviews)

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Family-owned & operated

Healthy dining

Ordered the 3 meat kabob combo, lemon chicken, cheeseburger and 3 desserts. Food was excellent…read more Came out fresh, well seasoned and delicious. Our server Jose took great care of us. Excellent service. We will definitely come back here again in the future.

Truly the best, quick, and friendly service with delicious and hearty food on our stop in historic…read moreSonora. My burger was hand-formed and seasoned perfectly on a light brioche bun - chef's kiss! My companion, who is vegetarian, had great menu options and opted for a platter with a wonderful variety of flavors and textures. While it is a Greek focused menu with cultural ambience, there is truly something for everyone and loved by locals!

Try our breakfast gyro: gyro meat , scrambled eggs, grilled onion snd peppers,feta cheese snd special sause!

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Side greek salad

The Smoke Cafe

4.5(134 reviews)

3.2 mi

We visited Jamestown over the Fourth of July holiday, and each time we inquired about restaurant…read morerecommendations or when someone learned we were visiting, they recommended The Smoke--it did not disappoint! The Volcano Scramble was both mammoth and delicious. This entrée is a shareable size, and while my wife and I did share it, we were not able to finish it. My daughters also enjoyed a kid's pancake and chicken fried chicken. How was that for two different breakfast orders? The service was kind and swift, and when there was an error with our bill, they were quick to resolve it. We are now part of the many who will recommend you try The Smoke Cafe. Their patio is dog-friendly, and they also have some of the best iced tea I have ever enjoyed.

Well, I enjoyed the food, the plate itself is chipping and breaking is plastic that is probably…read morebeing absorbed into the food. The service was slow, the food came fast once ordered. The coffee flowed. The vibe has changed so much since the days of old when the smoke was really a destination place for food and Tuolumne the smoke. How the mighty have fallen. I would come back if nothing else was open in town, the food was good, but the plate was served on. Looks like it should've been thrown out 100 services ago.

August 2023

Club sandwich

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My Garden Cafe

4.2(128 reviews)

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This place is the place when you want a good quality meal. Breakfast or lunch. Friendly servers,…read moregood assortment, and flavor in the food. Fair pricing, I love the chicken fried steak..make sure you are hubgry or ready to take left overs with you

The good; The jam…read more This jam was awesome. The other; Service felt kinda forced but it was fine. Fairly clean and good place to do Some work. My corn bean hash came out lukewarm. For $18 it couldn't even be heated? Must have been frozen

Counter regulars engaging in conversation with the chef made me smile even more than the funny sign decor.

Joes special

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Bon Appetit-Crepes, Croissants & More

4.3(15 reviews)

1.5 mi

Oh la la! Tres Bien - Excellent! A real French bakery! The…read morequiche is my favorite - flaky and fluffy! Sally and Bruno bring Paris to Sonora.

WOW! We found this shop the night before, when arriving at the same shopping plaza to have dinner…read moreat Strings Italian(please see separate review). I looked up Bon Apetit - Crepes, Croissants & More on Yelp, saw a very good rating, but not too much information and only a few photos. Considering this business has been here more than 12 years, and boasted baked goods, I HAD to do my research and provide a bit more information. We came in after our breakfast at My Garden Cafe(please see separate review), so we weren't hungry but, again, research was the goal. The space itself was a bit surprising. Having occupied this space for so many years, I guess I expected it to look more like a restaurant or kitchen of some kind. It doesn't. The large interior space has a few small bistro style patio tables and chairs (even outdoor umbrellas!) and - I think - is meant to look as if patrons are dining al fresco in Paris, maybe??? But it reminded me more of a church or school bake sale. Folding tables with colorful tablecloths are pushed up along one wall and on them set large, food service grade, clear plastic bins with the baked good inside. Above each bin is a laminated color copy of the corresponding pastry affixed to the wall. Utensils, paper bags and tongs are available for customers to self serve their selections. A separate cart has a couple of industrial coffee carafes and paper cups for beverage self service, alongside a free standing water cooler. I asked if the pastries are made there and was told no. They are made fresh each morning by the owner, Bruno, and brought in in the bins and arranged, usually, under the display pictures to easily see what is in that day. So, while not conventional, this method obviously works, and has for OVER A DECADE. Unconventional bakery esthetics and sales methods aside, the products are what customers are repeatedly here for. AUTHENTIC, French pastries made from European butter, making them lighter than an angel's wings and tastier than the devil should allow. My husband was going to patiently wait while I chose my purchases, but I persuaded him to indulge in the last remaining buttery croissant as I added it to my bag of pain au chocolate. I'm such an arm twister.... CAUTION! Digression ahead: Recently, I had been excited about a different croissant purchase at a sandwich shop in Sunland-Tujunga, only to bite into something that was more like Pilsbury canned dough than a real buttery French croissant. I guess that unpleasant experience made me long for pastry vindication and Bon Apetit came through for the win! But even before my first bite, I asked Bruno what type of chocolate he used in the pain au chocolate. 'Today Belgian. I get Belgian if I cannot get French, because they are practically the same,' he replied in his lovely French accent. And I melted. FINALLY! I was getting AUTHENTIC pain au chocolate! I'm telling you, when you have had the real thing, an imitation French pastry, made with anything less than quality European butter and chocolate just won't satisfy. We enjoyed our lovely, delicious pastries a bit later, while visiting Bridalveil Fall in Yosemite. Briefly, I tried letting the pain au chocolate sit in the warmth of the sun's rays atop my dashboard, wishing I had a way to heat the pain au chocolate enough to soften the chocolate, but I just couldn't wait. I was still very happy and satisfied with the flaky, light buttery taste of the pastry and the wonderful flavor and texture of the chocolate inside. I am adding Bon Apetit - Crepes, Croissants & More to my "Cali Road-tripping" bookmarks and look forward to bringing my French pastry loving bestie with me for my return visit. Cheers! CC

Snacking on kouign aman

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My friend and our daughters having a play date after eating some cannelles' and crepes! Yummy and fun :)

The Service Station

4.5(271 reviews)

3.2 mi

We stopped here for lunch after riding the train at Rail Town…read moreChef's Special Deli Sandwich (Pastrami & Cheese) Pasta with Shrimp Seated in the Beer Garden Excellent, friendly service We will be back next time we ride the train.

Like stepping back in time to the days of the gold rush…read more The service station ended up being a terrific choice for us to eat this evening. All of us got something different and all of us walked away very happy with our selection. The service station has that kind of "saloon" feel to it when you come in the door. And I mean that in a good way. Nicely refurbished to reflect a lot of the old style. There's a bar when you first come in and plenty of seating throughout the restaurant. The menu item of choice for me tonight was the "fish and chips". It's beer, battered Alaskan Pollock fish. It comes with homemade coleslaw and a choice of sides and I chose a salad. A very nice portion size of fish that was flaky and not at all fishy tasting. The homemade coleslaw was terrific, wish there was more in the cup. The salad consisted of lettuce and cherry tomatoes. I went with the blue cheese. Super friendly waitress with lots of good suggestions and very welcoming to us.

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Sierra Smoke BBQ

4.9(30 reviews)

0.9 mi

We hired Sierra Smoke BBQ to cater our daughter's wedding last year and it was perfect! The…read more"grazing" table was beautiful and the dinner was delicious!! Communication was clear and detailed. They really made the whole experience stress free. Highly recommend!!

We have used Sierra smoke catering twice. Once for our daughter's wedding and second time for our…read moredaughter's baby shower. Absolutely blown away from this catering company! From start to finish, they were an absolute dream to work with - professional, responsive, and genuinely kind. The food was incredible. Every dish was fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented. Our guests on both events couldn't stop talking about how delicious the food was, and neither could we. The setup was stunning! The created such an elegant and inviting display that perfectly elevated the entire event. Every detail was thoughtfully done. If you're looking for a catering team that delivers amazing food, a gorgeous presentation, and a stress free experience, look no further. They exceeded every expectation and made both our events unforgettable.

Charcuterie Table

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Sonora Inn

2.9(188 reviews)

0.9 mi

Other than needing new carpet in the walk area of the hotel, we were happily surprised by how nice…read moreour room was. We had a king suite; furniture was new, very nicely appointed and nice artwork. Bathroom was extremely clean, but could use a refresh, needs a place to hang towel beside sink. Would stay again. Would be great to have nicer towels, they are a bit skimpy. They are building a beautiful bar, tin ceiling, they thought would be done 6-9 months, it's going to be beautiful! Forgot to get her name but the front desk called us a cab as Uber is not reliable- wonderful help!

Returned this time after experiencing a nice stay here two years ago; what a stark difference a…read morecouple of years can make! First, the bed bug-protection mattress cover was compromised and showed signs of infestation. At least after we brought this to the staff's attention, they cheerfully moved us to a different room. However, now it's an all-around situation. The insulation in the second room's upstairs window was so dilapidated that we could clearly hear all street noise and barely got a good night's rest because of it. The filthy air conditioner leaked, so we had to be mindful to keep luggage, etc., clear of the surrounding floor. The bathroom needed a serious tile overhaul: leaky faucets, major cracks in the bathtub tile, and cracks in the stall ceiling. Again, this was once a nice place, which is why I returned for a second visit, which turns out to be my last until I see some substantial upgrades in the future. One positive thing I can say is that the staff is friendly and accommodating.

Outdated microwave

Mystery stain on floor

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Old desk

Willow Saloon

4.2(21 reviews)

3.1 mi

Willow Saloon is a great place to grab a cocktail! Service is outstanding and the outdoor patio…read moreallowed our dogs to come with us. The old historic saloon has a great vibe and a well appointed full bar. The bartender was excellent and inside is amazing. Must visit in Jamestown

Willow Saloon gives you everything you expect from a little gold rush town. The atmosphere will…read moretransport you back to the good ole days! Staff is excellent, super welcoming even to outsiders. You don't have to be a local to be welcomed here. Brian the bartender is great. He is very knowledgeable about the surrounding area and is great at suggesting fun things to do. We visited 2 nights in a row and he remembered our drinks from the night before. We had some bar bites that were good. This is a must stop while visiting Jamestown.

Bar area

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Outside

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Gary K.

141

4 years ago

Went to the restaurant to eat. The turkey Sandwich was not fit for human consumption!! Whatever the so-called turkey meat was, was NOT meat. It WAS a lot like a rubbery gelatin substance used to protect machinery in storage, against rust and corrosion. No meat flavor - at all. The two half slices of bread were seemingly stale and old in texture. Potatoes were perfect, so was the gravy and service. Zero stars for food. Five stars for service and inviting dinning room. Restaurant was clean and inviting. Bu meal was so bad - I'll not return until I hear comments on food quality improvements. read more

Freda B.

151

7 years ago

Good Food!! Large Menu!! Great Prices !! Large Portions !! Friendly Service! Served Breakfast all day!! Good American comfort food.

Jim H.

4 years ago

Great Food Great Service, this was for our family of 4 A great experience all the way around.

Alexi F.

4 years ago

Amazing food with amazing service. We love coming here. You won't be disappointed. 10/10

Barrow's Cafe and Grill - tradamerican - Updated October 2026

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