After spending the day exploring the trails at Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge, we had…read moredefinitely worked up an appetite and decided to stop by WildHawk Golf Club for lunch.
Honestly, after being out in the sun, walking the trails, and melting a little in the Sacramento heat, walking into that air-conditioned clubhouse felt amazing. The AC was cranking, the drinks were ice cold, and it was exactly what we needed.
We were actually the only people there when we arrived. I ordered a beer that came out perfectly cold, and we also grabbed a few Gatorades to replenish those electrolytes after our hike.
For food, we ordered the club sandwich, a brat with fries, a western-style burger, and a side of fresh watermelon. I was especially excited about the watermelon because after being out in the heat, something light and refreshing sounded perfect.
Unfortunately, as soon as I opened the container, I could smell vinegar. I took a bite just to be sure, and it had definitely gone bad. I brought it to the counter, and the ladies working there immediately checked it themselves and agreed something wasn't right. They were incredibly apologetic and told me to pick out another container. Unfortunately, when they opened the others, they discovered those had spoiled as well.
While I was disappointed because I had really been looking forward to the watermelon, I genuinely appreciated how they handled it. They immediately offered to replace it with anything else on the menu, which was very kind and much appreciated.
The rest of the food was great. My club sandwich was delicious, although next time I'd probably ask for crispy bacon because mine was a little softer than I prefer. My daughter loved her western burger, and my husband completely devoured the brat and fries.
The only other challenge was the parking lot. We drive a larger vehicle, and some of the spaces felt a little tight and tricky to maneuver through.
Helpful tip: If you're ordering fresh-cut fruit, it never hurts to give it a quick look and smell first. Also, if you're coming in after a hike or a hot day outside, the cold drinks and air conditioning are worth the stop alone.
Overall, this was exactly the kind of casual lunch spot we were looking for after a day on the trails. Great service, good food, and they handled an unfortunate issue with the watermelon the right way.