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!

Great new chef in the tiniest of kitchens. Our last visit there had great service and delicious…read morefood.

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!!

Staff is all incredible and very accommodating. I had the best stay here and the food was…read moredelicious!!! Room was very clean and comfortable I would recommend strawberry inn to anyone who wants to stay in the pine crest lake area

Love stopping in at the Strawberry Inn. Jimmy and I love…read morethe atmosphere and Paul is very friendly and accommodating. We paddle boarded all day couldn't wait to end a perfect day with dinner at the Strawberry Inn.

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

We camp at Pinecrest every year. It's about 45 min from there but worth the adventure…read more The rib eye is delicious and so is the prime rib on Saturday/Sundays. They use their own grazed beef Don't let the cost fool you. Dinner includes, entree, vegetables, baked potato, salad, soup and homemade dessert!! Service is great and friendly

I haven't been here since Covid hit.. Well yesterday my mom…read moreand I wanted to try something different so we drove from Columbia to Twin Hart to the place The Rock. They added to the outside seating area it's like a garage with overhead doors with picnic style seating and dining seats, ceiling fans and big screen TV. You can also sit inside the restaurant to dine. We sat outside in the garage area we sat at a picnic table shared by a really nice couple. I had a bbq pork sandwich with French fries my mom had portobello sandwiches with fries and we shared a side of Brussel sprouts, the entire meal was delicious. The pork was so tender the sauce was amazing, the roll was perfect it was soft but not so soft where it fell apart. The fries were perfectly cooked. The Brussel sprouts were amazing, dried cranberries and pecans. The atmosphere was great, servers were very nice. Parking we parked right there near the restaurant. We will be going back again soon.

Very yummy food! Friendly service!! Delicious definitely have to stop by and enjoy there foodread more

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!

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.

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

Yianni's has become our spot…read more Whenever we want to celebrate something - we celebrate with Yianni's. Their gyro meat is amazing. We often order multiple orders of their gyro meat à la carte to go. We use it to make many of our future meals that week (well...if it lasts that long...we often devour it as soon as we're back home). I feel abundantly blessed that Yianni's opened up in the Sonora area. The place is brimming with charm and good vibes. They offer regular specials, and their standard menu is full of flavorful options. No matter your dietary needs or preferences - they got you. We dined in here recently and the staff couldn't have been more attentive and friendly. If you want quality Greek food made with well-chosen ingredients and served with genuine smiles - Yianni's is the spot. Trust.

The server was very sweet and attentive, which made for a pleasant dining experience…read more Unfortunately, the food was underwhelming. I had the chicken sandwich, and it was quite bland and seemed to be missing seasoning. My partner enjoyed the fish, so that dish was a better experience. The biggest disappointment was the tzatziki. It tasted unusually sour, almost as if the yogurt had expired. I genuinely hope the kitchen tastes it before serving, as it didn't seem right. I did let the server know and she did let the kitchen know. I'm very familiar with Greek cuisine, and compared to what I've had elsewhere, the food here was unfortunately quite mediocre. I also noticed the owner's responses to other reviews. I hope the feedback isn't only acknowledged but also used to make meaningful improvements. I share these comments in the hope that they help make the dining experience better for future guests.

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.