This is a hidden gem! We have a family cabin in Long Barn and in 32 years I've finally gotten to…read moredrop by and try it out. The restaurant is very small, which makes total sense why it's so busy come summer time. I recommend coming in the off season for an easier chance getting a table and enjoying the experience. I don't quite count but I would say there were about 8 tables inside for dining. Sam was our server and he was an absolute joy, he has a great personality and was very present in conversation at each table he served. All of us enjoyed our meals, the food is very good and flavorful. I cannot recommend the garlic mashed potatoes enough!!! These were my favorite item I had, and I've been talking about them since my visit! A mashed potato is my least favorite potato dish, and these were stellar. I also had the chicken club sandwich and it was good, came with lots of avocado on it. My husband went gourmet and had the duck dish and he really enjoyed it as well, said it was very tasty. My sister ordered the ravioli, and raved as well. Each of us finished all of our plates clean. We'd like to come in the future for a special date night, so if you're in the mountains and looking for somewhere special to celebrate something check out the Steam Donkey!

Beautiful location close to Pinecrest Lake with plenty of outdoor seating available and a small…read morequaint indoor seating. Reservations recommended!! Our dinner was cooked to perfection and delicious. The chef even came out to check on us, make sure we were all satisfied and enjoying our meals. Definitely!! Our waiter was fantastic!! We've eaten here before and we'll definitely be back again.

The staff is amazing and the hospitality is unmatched. Great food and cold beer on tap this is our…read morego-to spot near Pinecrest. The garden seating area is so peaceful with river views

My family and I stayed the night at Strawberry Inn and had a wonderful experience. Clean room,…read morefriendly service, beautiful view and delicious food. Paul went out of his way to make sure we felt welcomed and cared for. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

A Must-Stop Hidden Gem on Highway 4! The Lube Room is an absolute treasure! It looks like a…read moreclassic, old western saloon from the outside, but once you step in, it opens up into an incredible outdoor patio. That patio overlooks a massive backyard complete with a live music stage and a great grassy area for kids to play. We tried the drink of the month--the Cowboy Spritz--and it was fantastic! Huge shoutout to our bartender, Ginger, who was an absolute sweetheart and went above and beyond to give us a wonderful experience. The Lube Room is now a mandatory stop for us whenever we travel through Ebbetts Pass or vacation in the area!

Sept 2026 Conveniently located near Calavaras big trees…read morestate park Good menu for adults and kids Be prepared for long lines on popular/long weekends There is plenty of space in the back to enjoy drinks + meals and a stage for a mini concert :) Good food & choice of beers on tap Reasonably priced and food is worth the wait ! We plan to visit again on a non crowded weekend

This is the perfect summer spot for families and folks with dogs that all want to enjoy a nice…read moremeal. The outdoor covered area holds multiple tables and the tables can host a few to up to maybe 10 people. The burgers, soup, garden salads, walnut/chicken/cranberry salad, fish n chips were all delicious and the portions were large. I did switch out my fries for sweet potato fries and they were great. But the best things were the Brussels sprouts (OMG) and blackberry cider. I was so glad the server suggested the cider - and it's on tap!!! We typically go in the winter to eat here and found it to be a good place to grab a casual bite. But the vibe in the summer is so different and wonderful. We'll be back anytime we are in the area!

My friends and I drove into Twain Harte to grab lunch over the weekend - the one place we wanted to…read morecheck out was closed, so we decided to go to The Rock instead. We decided to sit outside on the patio area which was nice, but also very loud. They have plenty of tables inside, a smaller patio area plus the larger one with TVs and games for kids - so lots of seating! When we were seated, our waitress said it would be about 35 minutes before food would arrive. We decided to stay since we were not in a rush to get anywhere. We ordered drinks that took a bit to come out and for food, I ordered the Cranberry Gorgonzola Salad, my friends ordered the Chicken Wings and Fish and Chips. Our food did not come out at the 35 minute mark, we actually ended up waiting 51 minutes. Waiting almost an hour for your meal is wild -- our waitress did check on us a couple of times, but I just cannot get past the wait - 35 minutes turning into 51 is a long time to wait. Now if the food had been worth it, I probably would have been fine with the wait, but it unfortunately it was not. The chicken on my salad was iceberg cold - it was also in larger chunks so a few pieces were tough to chew and overcooked. Overall, staff were very nice, but based off the wait and food - I would not want to come back. Maybe I ordered the wrong item, but after waiting almost an hour, I can't see myself coming back.

I don't usually give 5 stars but this place is really deserving of 5. Ok, I'll give a 5…read moreBourbon/bacon burger is excellent I was only gonna eat half and save the rest but...it was too good to put down Husband had a mushroom teriyaki burger said it was delicious Both burgers cooked medium with just a little pink, great! Very attentive service When in Twain Harte at lunchtime or dinner, we'll be back

We were passing thru on the way to the snow. There wasn't many people in the parking lot so we…read morethought we would stop in. 1. The menu was so FULL- so many options. Many types of burgers and sandwiches. There is ice cream and coffee next door. They also sell BOOZE! The soda choices are many, there is many types in cans & their fountain drinks are PEPSI. 2. The food was soooo good. Very good. The sides were amazing, the French fries are akin to In n Out fries. They have jalapeños mozzarella cheese sticks & fried mushrooms. One of the kid's sandwiches had mustard on it (because the kiddo didn't realize that was a normal ingredient), and they quickly remade it without mustard. 3. There's an ice cream & coffee shop next door. So you know we got dessert afterwards. 4. They do "to go" orders. The place with tiny with a few tables so with 2 big families it was full very quickly. All in all, I think we found a new spot for our trips up the mountain.

Great bartenders, servers, and chefs! Food is the best you will get in Alpine County. Fresh bread…read moredaily, gardens on site supply the herbs for craft cocktails and delicious meals. The atmosphere is quiet, relaxed, and perfect for a solo meal or group gathering!

Wow! Randomly ate here when we were leaving Lake Alpine and heard from a lake employee (renting out…read morekayaks) that sunsets at Bear Mountain were the bomb - so we needed to stay in the area for dinner to make it up there for sunset. We found Creekside Bistro. Headed on in and the most exuberant fun fantastic bartendress welcomed us and said come on in and what do you want to drink? lol she was the best. We ordered some cocktails, and then some more - and ordered a yummy dinner - we managed to order all and eat before the sunset thank goodnss they were open during the long weekend - then we headed to Bear Mountain and walked up the run to watch the beautiful sunset. Thanks for the bartendress (you're the best!) and the waiter for getting us in, lubed up, fed, and out in time for sunset - a memorable meal and a memorable sunset. Love everyone in this area

Thursday August the 16th I treated a friend and myself to burgers, fries, and deep fried mushrooms…read morefrom Corral's Grill on Main Street in San Andreas. WOW!! Their burgers are BIG, the garlic fries amazing and the deep fried mushrooms are borderline addictive. The establishment is so clean and the staff so friendly. We phoned in the order and it was ready within 20 minutes. Highly recommend Corral's Grill if you are ever in the re!!

Corral's Grill was highly recommended by the local firefighters we had spoke to. The Tri-tip…read moresandwich and steak sandwich were highly recommended. We arrived around 11am for an early lunch. The location is on Main Street on the ground floor of Black Bart's Inn. The dining room is spacious with stand alone tables and chairs. The menu is all the American comfort food classics. We ordered steak sandwiches and an appetizer of fried mushrooms while we talked with the very nice owner. He let us know that they cook the tri-tip fresh every morning and trim their own steaks. The food arrived quickly and everything tasted delicious. I do wish Corral's sold iced tea. Their beverage selections consisted of soda and water with a cocktail section on the menu. The firemen were right about Corral's Grill. It was well worth the trip. I'd recommend Corral's to anyone passing through town.

Our first and last stop at the family cabin is always the snack bar (if open), for a frosty. I was…read morediagnosed with celiac and sadly can't have the corndogs or fries any more (shared fryer). I let the cashier know and she double checked with the chef and he came over to assure me that the frosty in a cup was safe, but pretty much nothing else (I'm ok as long as I can have a frosty!), and that he noted it so they would change gloves to keep me safe. SO happy! While up there I also got the root beer float - yummy! So if you need gluten free, you can still have a Pinecrest frosty!

Okay literally this is some of the best soft serve I have ever had! It was thick, creamy and full…read moreof flavor. It's right by the lake so easy access and just a short walk from the picnic and beach area.

Best homestyle cooking around. Great daily specials and…read moreextremely friendly staff. Logan is the best server, ever! Prices are in line with all the other restaurants but quality is superb. Im diabetic so i cant rate desserts. Ambiance is good but not great.

I really liked the atmosphere , the country barn, home feel for everything, and a nice shop to…read moreboost the bussiness. I went to buy jelly and its from out of state.... Hmm, ? The Restaurant was ok, lots of seating, very roomy. The service was ok, nothing to write home about or anyone The food was not what I was excepting.. a little bland, food temp was a little cold as well, it just things were not aligned to have a good meal here today sadly.... Waiter gave us a slight adjestment due to something was not right or something, and I know he changed that with out us asking so that was nice, I think they could tell we just were not too happy. The things to do around the property is very cool tho, and even greater for family with kids, they have a rideable train, and alot more. I wanted to try there pie, maybe next time , try them again, IDK... It wasnt terrible, ok, the food was very bland, and could have been well much better!

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.