Stopped here for lunch on our way back home and were pleasantly surprised! A great little diner with good coffee, nice variety of options and good music. We ordered the hot beef sandwich, fried chicken, fish and chips and a Reuben which were all delicious! Food came out hot and fresh in a timely manner. Just what you'd want from a countryside diner. If you stop here definitely give this place a good review! They really deserve it. read more

Not open on 4/21/23... none of the restaurants were open! The Whoa Nellie Deli, the bbq place, Basin Cafe all closed...

We were driving to Death Valley NP via Mono Lake around Christmas week and Nicely's was the only place open for a late lunch before we went to South tufa to see the sunset. The servers were extremely friendly and the place is nice however the food was mediocre. I got the chicken fiesta taco salad - the chicken was super bland and looked very unappealing, not what I expected. DH got the veggie burger which was good. All in all , convenient and clean stop if you are in the area but nothing special. read more

What a cute name. We had to stop there on our way back from our weekend getaway. The restaurant has booths and tables like an old style diner. The staff was super friendly like anywhere in that area it seems, we were seated fast and waited on quickly. We ordered a chicken salad in its torta and it said you could sub the chicken for a veggie patty made out of brown rice and more cereals so I tried this same salad - vegan style. Sure it was simple but it tasted fresh and quite good. Free extra dressing on the side. They also have a bunch of desserts to choose from like pecan pie, cheesecake, cinnamon rolls and homemade bread pudding. It was tempting but I passed since I was quite full after the salad! Would return if I was in the area. They have parking in front also! read more

Nicely's - Chicken salad subbed the chicken for their veggie patty. It was nice! - American Near Me - Lee Vining, California

Only place open in the winter apparently. Went in on Friday night. Not crowded. Great country cooking. Service was fast and friendly. Lots to choose from. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner but closes early. Sierra bar closed but waitress can still serve alcohol from it. Beer, wine, and liquor available. read more

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Solid, rib sticking comfort food, dished up with a waitress who has done the diner battle for decades. Fried chicken rocks, served up with homemade chicken noodle soup, a salad, corn on the cob, and mashed potatoes. The deep dish apple pie: incredible. One of the best road trip meals ever. Awesome neon signs seals the deal. read more

My boyfriend and I live in San Diego. We are planning our 6th trip this October to our favorite places to stop. We stay a few nights in Lee Vining and always eat our meals at Nicely's. Their breakfast is always filling and delicious. The service is great, and the workers are very friendly. Give Nicely's a try, you won't be disappointed. read more

They call it Nicely's, and I guess it is pretty nice. It serves very traditional American food in generous portions. I got a combination dinner with steak and fried shrimp, along with potato soup, bread roll, mashed potatoes, and vegetables for $21.95. Given how ridiculously expensive beef has gotten recently (especially at restaurants), it's a very reasonable price. The food is quite tasty as well. They also have alcohol at dirt-cheap prices (I think it was $2 for beer, $3.50 for wine). The wall is plastered with beautiful photos of Mono Lake, Yosemite, the Eastern Sierra, etc. read more

Originally we tried to have breakfast on our way out of Bridgeport at the Bridgeport Inn. That place was very busy and I had to flag down someone to seat us. Then we sat for 10 minutes without being acknowledged so we ended up walking out. So glad we did. Nicely's was just down the road and we had an excellent breakfast. My husband had chicken fried steak and eggs and it was the bomb! The steak was an actual steak - not that machine tenderized steak that they usually are. His eggs were cooked perfect and he got a side of pancakes. They were thin and delicious. I had the eggs benedict and I have to say they were some of the best I've had and they did not skimp on the Hollandaise which I absolutely love! The hash browns were perfect too! Service was good and the prices were reasonable. We will definitely keep coming here on our yearly trip to the Sierra's. read more

Nicely's - Eggs benedict - American Near Me - Lee Vining, California

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Great food. Been stopping here for over 30 years Everytime before going to Mono Village read more

Nicely's - Great restaurant. Great service. Big portions so come hungry and get ready to eat. Thank you for always filling our bellies. - American Near Me - Lee Vining, California

This is a great American diner which has with stood the ups and downs of time that only good restaurants can. Always a stop on way to mammoth and those summertime hikes since the 1980s. read more

Nicely's - Outside on good ole 395. Been coming here for over 30yrs. Still putting it out good enough, and town coming back - American Near Me - Lee Vining, California

Nicely done with these chicken wings. We stopped off at Nicely's in Lee Vinning, just off highway 395 and grabbed something to eat. The wings were super crisp and must have been dipped in fresh oil, because they just might have been the best I've ever had. Cool lil old school 50's style diner I'd recommend if your going through town. read more

Nicely's - Killer wings! - American Near Me - Lee Vining, California

Gets 2 stars out of nostalgia. My crew of fisherman have been making this diner a tradition for about 40 years, but it's getting harder nd harder to justify our loyalty. Nicely's house special, the fried chicken plate, was almost inedible this spring. Most of the dry chicken, mashed (or instant) potatoes, horrible gravy and canned green beans were left on the plate when we headed out. Ordered the tater tots to tide me over and I have to say they were great. read more

Yeah, this ain't a foodie place. It is what it is, and it has been for years. I was just there again this week, stopped in for old times' sake, and got exactly what I expected: old-school diner food, good fried fish and fries, homemade soup, slightly overcooked vegetables. I was waited on by the blonde server mentioned in other reviews here. She was perfectly kind and helpful. Maybe she just doesn't like entitled city folk. read more

We are in town a few times a year and have eaten next door..delicious food! Tried Nicely's tonight. Had the steak and shrimp dinner. Came with baked potato, salad and veg Truth is I have never left a Yelp review before but had to... not good. Steak was barely warm, veg were not even warm. Shrimp was ok and salad mostly bagged lettuce. Won't be back. read more

Not a big fan of the mashed potatoes on the side, but they can FRY some CHICKEN. The fried half chicken special comes with a "salad" (read: lettuce pieces and carrot shavings), corn on the cob, mashed potatoes, and a small mountain of chicken. The whole deal'll run you about $10---which isn't bad considering how much freakin food they pile onto your plate. Good, stout meals. Was gonna grab a colossal sundae too, but the fried half chicken put an end to that ambition. They don't mess around at Nicely's. read more

Nicely's - Lol. Salad. - American Near Me - Lee Vining, California

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We stayed two nights in Lee Vining to explore the area. The first night we ate at Nicely's I had the steak and shrimp. The steak wasn't good, but the shrimp was. The second night I had the Ruben with fries and it was delicious. The restaurant was very clean and the service was great. The waitress and I joked back and forth. I would eat here again. read more

This place is frozen in time, right around 1967. It's so much fun, the prices are fantastic (draft beer for $2.75!), the restroom is clean, the service is great, and the food is exactly what you should expect from an old-school coffee shop. Chef salad served in a plastic clam shell, for example. And they aren't trying to be retro with corny decor - they just are! One of my favorite restaurants, not because the food is outstanding (it isn't, until you order their pie or malts - which are!) but because it's just a fun experience. read more

I had most of my meals here during my 2 days in lee vining. The staff was friendly. The food? Depends on time in my opinion. I found the breakfast quite delicious. Bacon was tasty and the eggs and potatoes were fantastic. The dinner, however, was pretty bad. Raviolis were not served hot...the steamed vegetables were way over done and somewhat slimy. Not to mention it had a found smell. So the staff is great...and I'd recommend breakfast...but probably pass on the dinners read more

It's a goldern standard for Eastern Sierra lovers to stop by restaurants in Lee Vining. I had hot pork sandwich. Good. Typical American style. Normal service. read more

I had the club sandwich which was delicious. Service was friendly and timely. Will absolutely stop here again! read more

Nicely's - Club sandwich with side salad. Yummy! - American Near Me - Lee Vining, California

If I were only rating the food, Nicely's would receive 4 stars, but Nicely's is about much more than food. Are some of your fondest childhood memories of family road trips that involve lots of roadside diners? Sitting around a formica table in a semi-circular booth? Dad drinking coffee to stay awake while everyone else gorges on deep-fried goodness? Well, my memories aren't exactly like that, mainly just of me and my dad eating at many of these sort of diners during our bi-weekly visitations. But when you walk into this place, the atmosphere is potent enough to drag out those road trip memories even if you don't have them. This place is retro without being kitsch, comfortable without being sloppy, and delicious without being gourmet. It is just a genuine old diner that never got remodeled and never found a reason to change. I have never ordered the fried chicken, but every time I see them bring it out, it looks fantastic and I am always sorry I didn't get it. I love their tasty, crinkle-cut fries and their nice selection of pies. This is definitely the best place to stop for a meal between Reno and Bishop. read more

Nicely's - Just what a coffee shop table setting should look like! - American Near Me - Lee Vining, California

This is our favorite breakfast spot in the area. The place is clean, the breakfast is good and the coffee is even better! We love the staff and are sure to come here every time we come through town. Just a nice little spot run by some pretty great people. read more

Nice clean little diner, easy parking, no stairs entrance, and great breakfast options. I couldn't resist getting the bread pudding to go. It was awesome! read more

Tried to ask questions but the staff doesn't speak English. I ordered the fish and chips. Fish was deep fried and looked very browned But when cut into it was still slightly frozen. Veggies were cold. Rolls were good. Got a hamburger instead. It was ok but they put some weird dressing on it but again no speaka the English to communicate what's on a burger took the the bun off. The fries were good. If I went to a non speaking English country I would expect to experience a language barrier. But not in my country. Come on people- learn the language!! read more

Good food and excellent coffee. I travel from LA to Reno quite a bit and found this gem in Lee Vining. They have excellent coffee . I had the beef dip with fries. Sandwich was good, fries were thick crinkle cut, crispy outside and tender inside. My son had the club and it looked awesome. I wish I would have got it, but I will next time as I will certainly be back. Place was clean, 50's music in background, felt comfortable when we walked in and did I mention the coffee is really good, lol. Seriously good coffee. Will stop here again read more

Food is DELICIOUS! The staff is exceptionally friendly. They talk to you as if you're a local and have been coming there forever. The boyfriend and I picked up dinner to-go a few nights ago, and then we returned the next day to pick up lunch to-go. Both meals came out exactly how we ordered it; absolutely no mistakes. It was quick and soooo delicious! read more

With this town lacking places to eat i expected way more and we were stranded so we had no choice. We ordered omelettes I got Denver one and asked for bacon instead of ham. That seemed to be the strangest thing for he girl taking our order. We asked for jalapeños or something spicy to add to the omelette they had no options. The omelettes were so dry you would think they were left out for hours. They had no flavor and definitely needed seasoning at least salt. Unfortunately our favorite part of the meal was the toast and jam. My nieces loved their pancakes and waffles. Definitely not worth the almost $100 we spent. The staff wasn't friendly but they weren't rude they just didn't say anything took our order, gave us food and that was it. read more

Chicken special was delicious! Service was good and staff was friendly. Also did breakfast the next day- breakfast didn't disappoint.

Fresh food though we went around 4pm. Huge portions, service is awesome! Pecan pie, sundaes are must try. Love it!

It's a good old fashion breakfast place. Eggs, pancakes, potato hash, sausage. Glad it's there to have some morning hot meal before heading out to drive back home coming from mammoth lakes. Giving them four stars, staying open around this pandemic times. read more

Had some kind of waffly thing for breakfast. Sugar overload! Traditional hard core fatty, and sugary meals are served here; you'll take on enough energy to run a small town. Good service - you get your coffee topped up aplenty. read more

Nicely's - American Near Me - Lee Vining, California

Sunday fried chicken special is delicious! You get yummy chicken noodle soup, salad, 1/2 chicken, the creamiest mashed potatoes, corn, and a fresh made roll. Everything is homemade and amazing. And the price is $13.95...what a deal for a huge meal. So much food we had leftovers. Service was quick and friendly. read more

I stopped by this place late at night with 300 miles to go. Despite it being 5 minutes to closing they welcomed me without ever hurrying me up. I asked the waiter to recommend a quick meal. He suggested a veggie burger, which came in 5 minutes. And it was quite good! Totally appreciated! Will definitely visit this restaurant if I pass by Lee Vining. read more

After you read my review you have been warned. So there are six in my party we sit down the waitress ask what would you like to drink I said Dr Pepper and the others said water so she brings a picture of water and cups are dirty and the picture of water has Floaties in it.why did we not run then it's our fault so we proceed to order food three of us order the fried chicken plates.the fried chicken was very overly cooked had absolutely no flavor they didn't even breaded it it look like chicken that they just threw in the fryer without flour or seasoning and that's what it tasted like. The mashed potatoes are instant One of us ordered chicken wings the same result as the fried chicken. and we order two hamburgers Plates the hamburgers are OK except for the rotted vegetables. I remember eating at this place in the late 90s there was a line out the door needless to say I believe these are newer owners maybe within the last 10 to 20 years I don't like to leave bad reviews but these people could care less about customers they pray on travelers that stop in this town they have no idea what kind of place they've gotten themselves into until it's too late because you only have three or four options in this town then either way it's about three hours to the next town it's pretty sad when your mom and pop shop like this doesn't care you can tell while you were there as you look over where the cook is at he's biting his nails so this is my review you have been warned. read more

Nicely's is a clean, cute diner conveniently located right on highway 395. My husband and I stopped in for breakfast today. We both had a light and fluffy omelette, which were both very good. The hash browns were cooked perfectly. Our service was prompt too. I recommend giving the place a try if you're in the area. read more

Nicely's - The garden omelette - American Near Me - Lee Vining, California

The best food and service for anyone needing rest after a tiresome day at Yosemite. I mean i never expected much assuming this small town outside of Tioga pass entrance and may not have that much service or quality and taste. I was totally surprised at how well they maintained this restaurant and the quality of food is good. More than all of it, the service from our waitress was excellent. I was there on July 2 2017, but couldnt write a review as there was no LTE/4G. This is my second visit after my Sept 2011 visit. I will go again. read more

Nicely's - Excellent service and food - American Near Me - Lee Vining, California

Surprised that the fried chicken is so good here. The staff is friendly and the chicken is tasty, moist and has a good crust. Been in business a long time and their homemade pork sausage and gravy is also very good. Nothing fancy but very similar to an old fashioned diner. Recommended. read more

This is a small-town diner, so the 3-star review is in keeping with those expectations. This review is also for breakfast only. First off, when you're a diner serving breakfast, your NUMBER ONE job is to keep everyone's coffee filled. I don't mean to get all Mr. Pink-in-Reservoir-Dogs, but I had to wait, then look around pointedly, then finally shout across the room to get my empty coffee refilled each time. The omelette was fine, although vegetarian options were limited (garden veggies or cheese, I got the latter), and commensurate with Denny's or other diner chains. Definitely fueled me up for a day of hiking in Tuolumne Meadows. Aside from the coffee refilling issue -- and the fact that the water glasses are child-sized and don't get refilled either -- service was fast and pleasant. I'd definitely recommend Nicely's as a place to grab breakfast if you're staying the night in Lee Vining. read more

Nicely's - American Near Me - Lee Vining, California

Nothing fancy about this diner. Food was ok. This was the only restaurant still open at 7:30pm. I wouldn't eat here again if I ever visit the area in the future. read more