The food was delicious and everything tasted great. The service was very pleasant. The staff was…read moreattentive and friendly and the ambiance was very nice. They have a jumper and games like tic tac toe and jenga for the kids to play while we enjoyed our food. Will be coming back again!

First time visiting Twain Harte. WHAT A CUTE TOWN!…read more Stopped by this cute establishment for a late lunch. They make sourdough pizza. We've never had sourdough pizza and it didn't disappoint. (Homemade dough) As the owner insisted this type of pizza won't make you feel heavy like your normal pizza dough--she was right. (Concur with another reviewer that it was a tad bit too much cheese for our liking--so we couldn't eat as many slices as we wanted to. ) The bottom had a firm crust but the center didn't "hold shape". We ordered a small half Hawaiian/ half pepperoni. (They only have small our Large pies.) The small was more than enough for my husband and I. (See pic) We also added a garden salad. (This was ok. Nothing special. ) Owners were super friendly and helpful. Really took time to chat to us and make our visit memorable. She also showed us pics of her 3 dogs and they are so cute! We definitely would come back!

They have a cool underground library! Definitely check it out! I see that they icecream and…read moresomething else but don't know where to order or start lol

We had such a great time at this antique shop in downtown Sonora! It's not just antiques --…read moredownstairs they've got an underground area filled with books and cozy chairs where you can sit and read for a while. The lady at the counter was super nice and even let my kids each pick out a sticker, which totally made their day! They also serve ice cream, which was a perfect surprise -- we got two kid-sized scoops (rainbow sherbet and strawberry), and my kids were all smiles.

Smells like being in a fart, i didnt actually eat anything because it smelled bad and felt weird in…read morethere. They only had 4 flavors but had a nacho and salad bar?? It felt uncomfortable But the lady working seemed nice?

downtown sonora...after dinner and looking for some ice cream for the children...kids were…read moreimmediately drawn to the fro-yo shop...just seeing one staff...some tables near the entrance and the center dominated by a large salad bar...wasn't expecting to see a salad bar in a fro-yo shop...just seemed odd...didn't see anyone eating salad...couple other customers eating fro-yo...going to the fro-yo pumps and just 4 flavors...the consistency of the fro-yo wasn't great...little watery and mushy looking fro-yo coming out...moving on to the topping station...definitely a large variety of toppings...endless boba selection along with candy, cookies and more...pay by weight...it's pricey...quality isn't great...thought it was a little odd how quickly the staff locks in the weight the second you place the fro-yo on the scale to get the price...no others in line...

I don't go here often - since we already have our go-to grocery stops, but when I do stop in here -…read moreI always enjoy my experience. I appreciate that this little wondrous health gem has such a diverse selection of groceries to accommodate different dietary needs. Though their produce is pricey - it's always on point. The blueberries I bought here recently were incredible. If you're looking for quality meats, coconut yogurt, low carb snacks, vegan goodies and everything in between - this is your spot. I particularly enjoy how many local products they now stock here. From fresh baked sourdough bread, to handmade desserts, to homemade teas, face sprays and elixirs - Nature's Whole Food Depot is all about showcasing local artists, bakers, and healers. Be sure to also stay tuned their FB page to learn about events that they host in their store. They spotlight everything from foraging to breath work and more. If you want to support local - Nature's Whole Food Depot is your spot. I'd recommend allotting quite a bit of time to fully explore this magical space. Trust.

This is a small grocery store but packs a big punch. It's got all the necessities for a long cabin…read morestay plus much more. It also has a smoothie station, the best Açaí bowls, and fresh squeezed orange juice. From grass fed frozen beef to farm fresh eggs, raw milk , organic produce, and a variety of loose tea leaves to toilet paper. They have the best Jazmine loose tea leaves, very aromatic and a surprise find for sure. I did spend a lot of time at the store because they had so many things to look at. The only complaint was the bread. I'm not sure when they bring in the fresh pastries and bread. I bought a loaf of sourdough and it was on the hard 3 day old side. Other than that it was a pretty solid experience. Friendly service and very knowledgeable. Not a crowded place at all. I'd def go back when I'm back in town.

The Standard Pour is the BEST restaurant in the Sonora area! The Food is off the charts. The…read moreService is Amazing. The cooks get the food up and out hot and the way you wanted it. We have been here multiple times and they are consistent with everything no matter time of day or day of the week ! Season has even catered our event for us. Ashley gave us the best treatment and incredible evening filled with great service, food and she didn't have a problem when we asked for separate checks and there was 28 of us! Try this place you will not be disappointed!!!

Before checking in at our Airbnb, we decided to have lunch first. After exploring Downtown Sonora…read moreand discovering it wasn't quite what we hoped for, I was relieved we'd chosen a restaurant farther away. The building itself is lovely, set in the historic Pickering Lumber office built in 1924. Since it was a weekday, the atmosphere was calm and there were plenty of seats available. Everything we tried was delicious. My daughter, who is obsessed with bacon-wrapped dates, spotted them on the specials menu and insisted we order them. Thankfully, they didn't disappoint--the sweet dates were wrapped in perfectly crisp, salty bacon. I wondered if there was an extra ingredient inside the dates, or if their sweetness was all natural--either way, they were outstanding! My man and his daughter split a burger and fries, which they both enjoyed. Planning to share with my own daughter, I asked the server how many toasts came with the avocado toast. She replied, "One." Expecting a small portion, I also ordered a beet salad with goat cheese, tomatoes, and pistachios - so flavorful! When my daughter's avocado toast arrived, it was so large it had to be cut in half. The toast was generously topped with avocado slices and various drizzles, making it look almost extravagant. She couldn't finish it but said it was tasty. I was too full from my salad to sample it myself. Overall, the dishes were great, and the place was nice for lunch. The service was prompt. I have no complaints.

I came up for work and I don't get to Pinocchio's very often. It was delicious in their new…read morelocation! Cricket add lettuce, tomato and pickle. Delicious. Service was great. Bigger location was clean, packed with happy customers.

Pinocchio's is a delicious Italian restaurant, this is the first time I have been into their new…read morelocation - we took a group from work and introduced our new boss to another local restaurant. And he will be back for sure. We were celebrating a few promotions and ordered a variety of different foods including their Monthly special Mac N Cheese, Cricket, Mikey's, Fettuccini Alfredo with chicken, & the McLean sandwich. Everything was delicious and my boss has decided he would like to make this a more frequent spot for our business lunches. Our server Cat was very on top of things, she ensured that our drinks were never empty, and that we had extra napkins before our meals came out. The new restaurant has a large dining room and so many amazing Pinocchio themed decorations lining the walls along with old photos and drawings of the area. Even at 1pm the restaurant was packed and we had a short wait for our table of 7 to be seated.

Great little stop in and get some ice cream while visiting Columbia state park. Service was ok…read more Prompt on helping us but both younger adults not the friendliest guys. One guy didn't talk at all, and the other one helping us was so tired he look like he was gonna fall asleep. lol. So service could be a little better. Nice on the flavors , not a huge amount but for a stage theater lobby, it's decent and enough flavors for most ppl to pick from. You have to love the building and keeping everything in the west / gold rush era. Most the shops staff and even the live music here and there are dressed up. It's very cool. If you're going to Columbia state park , this is a must see shop if you haven't already.

Ice cream in an historic theater in a state park = great time for you and your family. This ice…read morecream parlor is literally the lobby for the Fallon House Theater where the Sierra Reparatory Theater present both classic and modern plays and musicals. The parlor is busiest pre/post show and during intermission but is open for everyone throughout the day. They also have a variety of specialty bottled sodas.

I've heard of this burger joint chain for over a decade. I first saw it on Triple D back when that…read moreshow had a lot of pull. I think that particular location (the original) was in the Sacramento area, not sure if it is still there. But they have expanded at least 4 newer locations, with one in the Bay Area in Napa, 2 in the Stockton/Lodi area and this one in Sonora which is in the foothills of the Sierras. The others are singular brick n mortars and maybe 1 of them may even have a bar. This one in Sonora is more of an 'express' version that's attached to a gas station minimart. There is good seating like about 5-6 tables inside with another 2-3 tables outside. If you need a restroom, you'll have to walk across the minimart. For a burger joint this place has a serious unique angle. But you have to love cheese in order to appreciate that angle, otherwise you'd be missing out on what makes this place special. When you get a cheeseburger here, they will add a huge mound to that sizzling burger that it will deliberately spill onto that griddle. They will cover it to facilitate the melting and what results is a melty cheeseburger with this awesome 'cheese skirt' attached. I have never seen a burger quite like this, so the novelty was exciting. That cheddar cheese skirt is lacy, gets kinda caramelized and hardens a bit. Kinda like a cheese frico if you've ever had it in a fancy Italian resto. When hot it is semi-liquidy; when warm it is pliable like soft plastic; and when completely cool it will harden like a crisp cracker, but it always tastes of salty intense cheese. Some people eat the skirt first as an appetizer, as it is difficult to eat the actual burger with the skirt intact. Others bend that skirt back into the burger/bun and then proceed to go to town. That is how I did it and imo that is the way to go. Cuz in that, that intense cheese flavor and texture is mingled with the burger and produce, giving each bite a representation of everything. It is truly a ride. I also have to give props to the burger itself as it seriously quality stuff. It is more 'steak-y' than cheap ground beef-y. And that's a good thing cuz the cheese makes it so rich that a cheap fatty burger would make this excessively greasy. The produce and pickles are a must in this equation, cuz like I already pointed out, this is so rich and oily that the fresh produce and the quality tangy pickles complements this burger ride perfectly. I actually wouldn't mind in getting extra pickles next time as it brightens the bites beautifully. The bun was just okay, wished it were toasted more but at least it withstood the juiciness of the ride. It didn't disintegrate or turn to mush, so again giving props. You can pick a burger size 1/4 or 1/3 pound. And you can even pick the size of the cheese skirt in ounces. I did the 1/3lb in the smallest skirt which is about 3 oz of cheese. I found that to be quite filling and perfect juicy bites. I wouldn't change that ratio. Any bigger your jaws will have to do some compromising/extra work. Tried some fries from my traveling mates and I'm glad I didn't get any with my order. It was the coated/textured type and just taste too processed for me. A burger and a soda was around $14ish. Staff was really nice and executed the concept perfectly. They cook to order, so it takes at least 5 minutes for a burger, over 10 if you place an order with multiple burgers. Worth the wait, this was a very memorable and satisfying burger experience. No doubt fiver!

Delicious! I came here with my friend because he wanted to try the cheese skirt and it did NOT…read moredisappoint!!! If you're a cheese lover this place is certainly for you! I understand there's more locations of squeeze burger we just happened to go to this one so if you can get to one, you have to try! Service was so good the girl working was a SWEETHEART actually all the ladies are at this location even though the last time I've been has been years! They serve you your food and are the sweetest! They also hook it up with the "cheese skirt" omg there is no shortage we loved it! This location has an adorable outdoor area with umbrellas delicious drinks and a tv with their diners and drive in's so it's funny to know guy fieri approved this cheeseburger joint lol super casual vibes we were in sweats and t shirts! no body cares so if you just want to roll in and get a bitchin cheesy cheeseburger! 10000 stars yum!!!

This is one of the best dining experiences I've had in a while. It's not a fancy spot, the decor,…read moretables and chairs probably haven't seen an upgrade in a couple decades, but it's hands down a 5 star restaurant. I'm surprised they only have 3.7 stars. There is plenty of parking, plenty of seating. We came here on a Sunday evening and were greeted and seated right as we walked in. The staff is top-notch. I wish I would have gotten our waitresses name because she's a rockstar, she gave her recommendations, remembered our order (even with my friend asking her 100 questions and changing her mind a couple times) and was super attentive making sure to check in often. I also got to see other staff interactions with other customers and they were all friendly and attentive, also I feel there were quite a few regulars because the place really felt like you're walking into a friends house. We got the calamari appetizer, it was perfectly crispy and delicious. We all ordered steak and each one was perfection- cooked just how we ordered and tasted amazing with the different sauces. My fiancee got the white peppercorn and nearly licked his plate clean, I got the garlic one with sautéed mushrooms, and our friend went with the chipotle on the side (she ended up pouring it on top because it was amazing.) We've been to some fancy steakhouses, and this was better than most, with a much better price tag. The servings were generous and I had enough to take home for lunch the next day. Also the bread was hot and perfect, crunchy on the outside and soft inside. I wish we had room for dessert because I know it must be amazing too. We will definitely be coming back!

It's been quite a while since I have been into the Peppery; there were previous service issues…read morewhich caused us to decide to stop choosing this restaurant. Last night my bestfriend & I decided to meet up at the Peppery for dinner. I arrived first and went in to get a table for the two of us. I was waiting in the entry area behind the "Please Wait to be Seated" sign. As I waited another party arrived and was waiting beside me. One of the servers came over walked past me and asked them for how many and took them to be seated. Interesting for me seeing as I had been standing there for a few minutes before they entered the restaurant, while servers walked passed me & those near the bar area made eye contact and went back to their duties. Another couple then came into the restaurant and were waiting beside me to be seated, a different server emerged and started walking towards us, she then asked if I had already been helped and got me seated at a table and got menus & drinks while I waited for my friend to arrive. Once she arrived our server got her drink order and checked to see if we need anything while we look over the menu. We noticed they have an updated menu with all the same favorites. My friend ordered the Angel Hair Pasta w/ Italian Sausage with a cup of soup to start, and I ordered the Garlic Roasted Ribeye with Jalapeno Cheddar Mashed Potatoes & Seasonal Veggies with a house salad to start. The food was good not quite as good as I had anticipated. My friends pasta was over sauced, too much sauce for the amount of pasta. My steak had too much demi glaze on it; I did wipe most of it off and I will order it on the side next time. My steak was cooked slightly under what I requested but still good. We were so stuffed that we did not even want to look at the dessert menu. I probably will go back, but I will wait a bit before we return.

I've been here in the past it's lovely! It is technically a market but they have desserts galore…read moreand sandwiches hot and cold at their deli! They have lots of cheesecake too which is always a win. The atmosphere is nice because it's so close to get to from you just walk right in and you're there. The service is wonderful every time I have been! They work VERY hard on their desserts and you can tell by the first bite! They're also good at helping you select something off their menu because there are so many options! The wait time is about average because they're a hot spot for delicious food and treats! Today I got one of the most popular things on the menu- The Cheddar Cheeseburger-very juicy but not greasy which I love. The French fries- extremely good as well and pair perfectly with a side of their ranch which tastes home made!

Food was pretty good. Service was equally as good. Server was pleasant. There's a place to sit and…read moreeat not flashy but clean-which is important. Limited GF options to order.