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.

Service among cashiers and kitchen staff were all wonderful, helpful, and friendly! Ordering food…read morecan be a little confusing, as there are multiple lines (fryer, grill, burgers and sandwiches, soups) and if it is busy and you want something from the fryer and grill, you just get in one line and tell the staff member that you want additional items. The large dining area was well lit and clean. Indoor and outdoor seating was plentiful and offered a nice place to relax or take a break. I can see this being full on weekends and holidays. They also have a bar with seating, and cafe with ready made salads, yogurt, fruit, snacks, and coffee or tea made to order. They have breakfast items in the am such as burritos and oatmeal but we opted to have lunch instead. Items ordered: Philly cheesesteak- large sandwich with plenty of meat, bell peppers, onions, and cheese on a toasted bun. Chicken tenders with fries (or tator tots)- 3 strips of chicken with crispy fries. Beef brisket chili (you can select toppings- cheese, onions, jalapeños)- okay taste wise but a tad too salty for my taste Pepperoni pizza - decent sized slice but the crust is too thick for my liking (this is self serve) Loaded mac n cheese (loaded means you select two items (items- bacon, broccoli, pulled pork, onion strings, chili)- this item was fine Overall, food was better than other ski resorts and I liked the options they had.

We came here for lunch during our ski trip at the resort. We didn't expect much from these…read morecafeteria at ski resorts. Honestly I did bring my packed lunch from home! My family ordered a cheese burger, cheese nachos and Mac & cheese! I could not stop eating the Mac & cheese! The macaroni is a bit overcooked but it tasted very good with the cheese and bacon! It was a huge portion as well. Nacho was normal and my son liked the cheese burger and said it was good. The place was full but line wasn't long and we could get an empty table easily. And the cafeteria was spacious and we enjoyed dining inside. Also we had an episode at the end of the day which my son lost his phone! We tracked it and it was at the cafeteria, so we went and thankfully someone turned it in to the bar at the cafe and we got it back safely!!

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!

RUN, DON'T WALK TO KENNEDY MEADOWS!!…read more Kennedy Meadows is ONE OF A KIND!!!! Our families been going here since 1972!!! No cell reception which is super refreshing these days!!! Can't say enough great things about this place!! Camping, Cabins, store, bar, restaurant, fishing AND horseback riding among sooo many other FUN things to do!!! The Noyes, Adams & Cunha Family's

I grew up here going camping and everything looks and is so much different being older! The cabins…read morewere very clean, the gift shop was nice, and EVERYONE was very friendly! They had about a zillion ponies which normally I'd ride one but due to my surgery I just got to pet a cute one named Chanel :) As for the restaurant-I could only get their soup which I'd rate a 5/10 but perhaps because their steak looked delicious!!! My sister got the New York strip and it looked magnificent! Their bread pudding though had deceived me! It had a piece of bread in the middle of the pudding but overall it was very fun and nice to get out of the house even in my condition!

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.

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!

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

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!

Yianni's Grill is a Greek restaurant in Sonora, CA. We stopped here on the way to Bishop and…read moreYosemite. They serve American as well as Greek food. (Not a good sign) The food was better than expected, better than anything we had in Bishop! Safety Pluses - Online menu, Delivery services available, online ordering. Food Review: Pita and Dip ($7.99) Homemade hummus, tzatziki, melitzanosalata or tirokafteri served with sliced cucumbers, carrots and grilled pita bread was about average. lots of pita. 7.5/10 Gyro ($12.99) Ground lamb and beef blend seasoned with traditional Greek herbs with lettuce, tomato, onion and tzatziki sauce wrapped in a grilled pita was slightly above average with good quantity. 8/10 Lamb Souvlaki Plate ($24.99) Two marinated lamb skewers with pita and tzatziki sauce. Includes a choice of side, we choose rice. Quality meat that was not gamey. Cooked just right. 8.5/10 Overall - Very Good Food - Very Good Decor - Good Service - Good Value - Very Good Would we come back - Yes

This establishment is just one of its kind. Food is simple and delicious. Service is on the next…read morelevel. They make you feel like family here. It's family owned and the vibe is great. Also their prices are reasonable. 100% must go place in this amazing county.

Diamond Jim's is a must go to in Mi Wuk Village. The owners are super friendly and love meeting new…read morepeople and welcoming them - as do the rest of the staff. The theme nights are super fun with live music outside in summer and karaoke on the weekends - which I never did until I went to Diamond Jim's ha ha. There is a strong community spirit in the area which leaves you feeling like it's a special place. Do yourself a favor and stop in on your way up the hill - or down it!

This is a pretty darn good pizza parlor. The moment you enter you're treated with the aroma of…read morepizza baking. You know you've come to the right place. We had a large salad from a plentiful salad bar, a large combination pizza (without linguica, wife's choice), an individual cheese pizza for the grandson, sodas and a Cali Squeeze. I terrific dinner spread. The pies were ready in about 10 minutes so no complaint there. The World Cup and Giants baseball were in the large TVs. It was a perfect way to close out our Gold Country day.

We have made this our go to stop when we are coming back from our backpacking and camping trip…read more Service is always quick and consistent. We love getting the personal pizza and salad. The salad bar is always clean and full lots of options. Mini pizzas always a great thing as my fiancé and I always like very different toppings. They are not shy to pack on the toppings which I love. Even when it's been busy since we have gone back they are quick to take our order and have our pizzas ready. We have taken our family there and it's their go to stop on the way back home.