We went in the off season, it was the only restaurant open. Despite having an absolute monopoly, they were very attentive and detailed. The burgers we had were delicious! Actual beef patties perfectly cooked, with fresh ingredients. Top notch. But the real stars were the French fries. OMG, these were perfect! Hands down the best fries I've ever had. Crispy texture, with steamy fluffy insides. You it to owe yourself to go here. read more

Two Rivers Cafe - Guacamole burger and fries - Pizza Near Me - Downieville, California

The place is filthy and the building is falling apart. Dirty inside and out. Kitchen looks dirty through the front window.

The food is still good (well the only thing I ever order is the burger ;-) ), service was good, but they've let brush over-grow so there is no view of the river, half the reason I drove 30 minutes to get there... If they groom the brush I'll update back to 5 stars... read more

This is obviously a popular spot for locals and I can see why! The food was made quickly and correctly, ingredients seemed fresh and everything tasted delicious. The only complaint was that one of the specials was a Hawaiian Chicken Sandwich but had hardly any pineapple on it; that was easy to overlook because everything else was fantastic. Don't let the interior fool you. We were well taken care of service-wise, the food was delicious, fries were on point and perfectly crispy and the prices were fair. On top of that, you can enjoy your meal outside near the river in this gorgeous, small mountain town. Loved it! read more

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Two Rivers Cafe, located in the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountain town of Downieville, CA, is truly a burger destination in Sierra County, as the restaurant has achieved quite a reputation among locals, visitors and burger lovers from all over Northern California, for dishing up delicious burgers, served by friendly staff. The dining room is very rustic, and features a small bar, where there is a modest selection of mainstream and craft beers on tap. The restaurant operates on what I refer to as the "taqueria format," in that you place your order at the counter, pay for it and you receive a number in return. Then, you choose any open seat of your choice and when your order is ready, it'll be brought to you by a friendly staff member. Tips aren't expected, but there is a tip jar on the counter, and the friendly and hardworking staff definitely deserve a tip. Unlike many taquerias, the restaurant doesn't post the food menu above the order counter, as you order from a printed menu. From the "Burgers" section of the menu, I went with a "Cheeseburger," a side of fries, and a cup of ranch dressing for dipping. Mustard and ketchup were offered as condiments, but since the burger was "stand alone" delicious, it didn't need any condiments. This amazing burger began with a tender, juicy one-half pound meat patty of Harris Ranch certified Angus beef, cooked medium rare, just the way I like it. I didn't specify how I wanted my burger cooked - it slipped my mind - but Primo must have read my mind when he took my order. The meat was topped with a slice of perfectly melted Cheddar cheese, which added another dimension to this delicious burger. The burger arrived on a lightly buttered and slightly toasted brioche bun what was slightly crispy on the outside, yet fluffy and tender on the inside. The meat and cheese were placed on top of the fresh lettuce, onion and tomato slices and... surprise! ... the veggies were chilled and the meat, cheese and bun were warm. The contrast between chilled and warm always helps to make a great burger an exceptional burger, and this was certainly an exceptional burger! The burger was dressed with in-house made "Thousand Island" dressing, which truly put this fine burger into the category of an "old school diner" burger, which is what I love the most. The fries were simply delicious, as they were cut to a medium, uniform size, lightly battered and deep fried to a beautiful medium golden brown. The batter added a crunchiness to the outside, yet the inside of the fries was juicy and tender. The fries were perfect! I simply loved dipping them into the cup of ranch dressing. One bite into this delicious burger rewarded me with a burger taste sensation, as everything came together to create the perfect burger. Two Rivers Cafe simply "nailed" the meat-to-bun ratio, which is critical to a superior burger, and chilled lettuce, onion and tomato added the perfect contrast to the warm meat, cheese and bun. Unlike lesser cheeseburgers, I could actually taste the creamy goodness of the Cheddar cheese, which truly made this burger a cheeseburger to remember. The slice of fresh, crispy dill pickle on the side added a nice touch to my lunch, as it was refreshing to enjoy the "crunch" of the pickle with a bite from the amazing cheeseburger. This was simply an amazing cheeseburger, and was certainly one of the best burgers you'll enjoy during your travels to Sierra County, at the north end of California's gold country. Amazing Gold Country dining! My "Cheeseburger" was simply delicious, and as "old school" as it gets, complete with toasted bun, Cheddar cheese and house-made dressing. What more could you ask for... an amazing cheeseburger, enjoyed outside on a perfect mid-September late morning, beautiful mountain scenery, along with friendly mountain hospitality, thanks to some of the friendliest staff in the north end of California's Gold Country. Fine gold country dining, any way you look at it. To satisfy your craving for one of the best burgers at the northern end of the Highway 49, check out Two Rivers Cafe, located in Downieville, CA. read more

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Went on a motorcycle ride to Downieville and we chose Two Rivers Cafe for lunch. Love the walk up and order especially when you have big groups. Ordered a bacon Cheeseburger and fries and let me tell you that was one of the best burgers I've had in a long time. Service was fast and friendly. Restaurant was clean and plenty of room to sit inside or outside if you choose. And you really can't pick better views. Will for sure be stopping here again, and you should too! read more

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Cute little cafe in a small little town. We order at the counter and then find a seat. Great service and food!! Very accommodating for my husband who is diabetic with a salad and no buns for his burger. The salad was fresh and flavorful. Both our burgers were delicious and very filling. The French fries were crisp and very good! We enjoyed our visit. read more

Two Rivers Cafe - Bacon burger, no bun - Pizza Near Me - Downieville, California

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Amazing pizza!!!!!!! Beautiful scenery Friendly people best pizza crust ever!!!!! We will be going back! We got pepperoni,pineapple and jalapeño read more

Delicious burger, friendly service and a nice outdoor patio view to relax. You really can't go wrong a small town.. read more

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This place is a true hidden gem! My boyfriend and I are visiting from San Francisco. The food is delicious! I had the Fuji salad and it was extremely fresh, the fruit was so sweet. The balsamic is housemade and I loved it! My boyfriend had the turkey bacon sandwich and the bacon was so good and the fries were friend to perfection. Sitting outside really topped off this amazing experience! The service was amazing, very kind gentleman helped us. 10/10 I would recommend this spot! read more

I don't know what other reviewers are talking about - the food was microwaved from frozen I think. The bun on my burger was so old it was cracking into pieces like a Saltine. The restaurant was quite dirty - the mustard bottle had been reused for so many years the words on the label were worn off! Only one table on the patio was usable as other benches were broken. I gave two stars because the lady at the counter was nice. I should have gone to one of the many sandwich places instead. read more

This place was awesome! Took a day trip to Downieville and had lunch here. Off season so not too busy. Owner didn't mind if we had our pup with us on the back deck. Wife and I shared a build your own calzone which was delicious, and a couple of beers and enjoyed looking at the river. Highly recommend this place for lunch or dinner. read more

OMG! We had an incredibleeeee experience at Two Rivers Cafe! I didn't really have many expectations but the food was out of this world I ordered the Fuji Salad and Hawaiian Pizza, both of which were made with the freshest ingredients. The service was top-notch, with friendly and attentive staff (Thanks Primo and Sahand for your kindness!) . But what really made our experience special was the stunning patio view of the river. Watching the water flow by while savoring each bite was pure bliss. Two Rivers Cafe is a must-visit gem in Downieville - don't miss it! read more

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Most of the time they have really good beer and their chicken sandwiches so good. Worth it just for the chicken sandwich and the setting is beautiful. read more

In recent years this spot has gotten very good! They have a nice selection of beer-- I recommend the pineapple cider for a light refreshing drink. The salads are always giant and loaded with fresh toppings. The pizza has a great crust, but is usually a little dry and bland, though still good. I substitute a garden burger for the burger items and have never been disappointed-- the flavors of the sauces and toppings are always great and the fries are fresh and flavorful as well. I am disappointed that their sign advertises pasta but they do not serve any. The bathroom is kind of grimy and the whole interior/ambiance leaves a little to be desired in my opinion-- it's very 'sports-bar' so maybe just a matter of personal taste. However, all-around great food and a go-to spot for my family. read more

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Good price, quality work. Did what was needed and completed in a timely manner. Would recommend.

Bacon cheeseburger and fries are just out of this world fantastic taste. Great service, their vegetarian pizzas is very tasty.

Nice little gem of a place tucked back in between Highway 49 and the Yuba River. Impressive craft beer selection, including hard kombucha. Had a juicy burger that was on the rarer side of medium, heaven! Delicious guacamole was chunky, flavorful and definatley homemade. Produce was fresh and crispy. Fries were plentiful and hot. Izzy provided friendly and fast service. Inside isn't much to write home about, but the view from the back deck is hard to beat. A great place for a better than average burger and beer experience. read more

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This was great find in the Lost Sierra's. A buddy and i stopped here for a late lunch after a few hours on our motorcycles. It was pretty quiet for a Friday, but we gave it a try. As I walked in, the specials board caught my eye. A chicken sandwich was advertised with a side of fries. It sounded good and I ordered it. We took a seat on the deck, overlooking the Yuba river. The sandwich arrived and was quite impressive. Piled high with chicken, veggies and cheese. It was super flavorful and filling. I didn't partake in the adult beverages, but did see a short, but well curated craft beer list. read more

Two Rivers Cafe - a chicken sandwich and french fries - Pizza Near Me - Downieville, California

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Five of us rode up on bikes and stopped off here. It was quiet for a Saturday afternoon - thought it was a typical small town diner. Prices were expensive, until we saw our food. Wow! Not what we were expecting. Big portions an all delicious- and well plated too! Unfortunately, I was not able to get photos of all the food because the guys just started digging in. I got a lettuce wrapped bacon cheeseburger and a side salad, which was huge for a side! (Pictured). The rest of the table had burgers, hot wings, pizza, and salad. Everything tasted really good! Definitely worth the nice drive up here! read more

Two Rivers Cafe - Side salad - Pizza Near Me - Downieville, California

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Great spot, food is excellent! The jalapeño bacon burger will make you blissfully sweat.

Stopped here for dinner tonight, and I sure wasn't impressed. I ordered a pepperoni and mushroom calzone, and it was incredibly greasy and rich. The place doesn't look very clean. The floor hadn't been swept in a while, and there were flies everywhere--I'm sure due to the fact that both doors were open without screens, but still... It seems like a popular place, but I can't recommend it. read more

This place was awesome. Great pizza and beer on tap. Spectacular view from the back deck which allows pets. They made sure my dog had water in the bowl , and even replaced a spilled beer when the dog knocked it over! Service was friendly. Defiantly not the place for a fancy dinner, but if you are riding the trails or going out to the river for the day it's a must stop. read more

Disappointed in the burger. The meat was dry! :( & not as flavorful as I had hoped. Not to mention, the cashier did not ask how we wanted our burgers cooked! Both burgers were dry. The burgers tasted frozen, that's probably why they were so dry. Some of the red onion on my burger seemed soggy and old. I have high standards for my burgers! It's definitely a clue when I wake up starving the next day. What a bummer!!!! read more

Two Rivers Cafe - I put my leftovers in the fridge thinking I could do do something with it, but no, lost cause. - Pizza Near Me - Downieville, California

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If you are anywhere near downieville you have to get some pizza at two rivers. I also tried the buffalo burger ( it was bomb) but the pizza really blew everything out of the water. So good.. read more

Two Rivers Cafe - Pizza!!! Delicious. - Pizza Near Me - Downieville, California

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Excellent burgers at Two Rivers Café. Rarely order a burger from a restaurant as I prefer making them fresh at home. Was very surprised by quality of three different burgers we tried. All very well sized burgers plus toppings were very fresh even during off-season in Downieville. I'm sure it is packed in the warm weather months but glad they are open year-round. Would certainly return for a burger. read more

I can't say I was impressed other then being fortunate to have very nice weather and being able to sit out back and listen to the river as we ate lunch. That was what saved this form one star... We ordered and the young lady taking our order seemed very much not interested in us being there, as if we were an inconvenience to her despite being the only other couple there at the time. I don't normally mention things like that because people have bad days or movement's and it's not my place to make it worse. However, I made a comment to my girlfriend of "She doesn't seem to be having a good day, I hope it get's better for her!" Well, my gf(who had been there the day before with another group we ride with) replied- "Yeah, she was like that yesterday too." Well, I hope her day or whatever is bringing her down does get better. We ordered the club sammich and were hopeful in it being good. It was decent at best. Very boing. So much so it does not stand out at all. The fries were decent as well. I'd go back because it is an amazing ride on the Harley and we typically need to eat lunch and it seems to be one of a few options in Downieville. And my hope is that it was just a bad weekend for the lady. read more

The first time we ate at this place was back in February, and the food was so good that we made it a point to go here again this past weekend. We had burgers for lunch here on Friday, and had pizza on Saturday night. Both were awesome. We highly recommend this place to anyone traveling through the area. read more

Stopped in on 7-29-23, first time in Downieville. Placed an order at the counter and then told it was cash only. Nobody carries cash anymore but you would think that the person taking our order would suggest going to the ATM across the street? Nope. Poor training. Well, they lost a $40 sale on us since we ate elsewhere. read more

one of the best burgers you will ever find. Juicy and flavorful. we were just passing through, but after a ride this would be one of the best things you would ever eat. read more

Finding a good dinner on a Sunday evening in August in Downieville is difficult; if not impossible. Two Rivers was the only place open. We ordered pizza and drinks. The food drinks were good, but the pizza was not. The crust was okay, but the toppings weren't; boring, tasteless cheese and tired vegetables. We will return to Downieville, but not to Two Rivers. read more

Was the only place open at 11:30 so we stopped in for lunch. The burgers came out huge and hot. So good too. Needed extra napkins. The fries were pretty good, could have used a little salt. read more

Pizza yum ! Hot wings ! Yes Burgers !! So good ! Chicken sandwich! Again spot on... This place is always hopin and a tourist fav!! Well guess what ? The locals dig it too ! When the winter months hit , we can always count on them to fill our foodie needs! Absolutely fabulous customer service. read more

Everything was great! We ordered a veggie burger, large Hawaiian pizza, and a beer of some kind recommended by the guy at the counter- who was a one-man show, literally. He took our order, delivered the yummy food, checked on us, jumped over the side of the patio deck to bus a table outside, made a few jokes, (may have even sang a little tune), and was overall extremely friendly, funny, and sweet, and cracked up everyone at the table next to us with his entertainment. I'm definitely looking forward to having a beer at the little counter overlooking the river out back on our next visit to Downieville! read more

Pizza heaven! The most unique part about it is bacon bits and ground beef under the cheese making for a super hearty meal! Salads are all delicious with fresh and crisp ingredients. Let John, Primo and the gang take care of you at this decadent spot in remote Downieville! read more

Two Rivers Cafe - Medium Meat Lovers - Pizza Near Me - Downieville, California

I had dinner at Two Rivers Cafe because they were the only restaurant open in Downieville at seven o'clock on a Wednesday. The crust was a little burnt, the cheese was a little sparse and there was not a lot meat on the pizza. It was however, loaded with Jalapenos. They were thick cuts and included the seeds, making the pizza incredibly hot. I could not take a bite without following it with a drink from my sangria to cool my mouth. The next morning my stomach was not happy with me for eating such a spicy pizza. The pizza was not a bad pizza, just not a good pizza. In hindsight, I would have ordered a different pizza. read more

Great service, cold beer, made me smile! What more could a Man ask for when the power is out in the rest of town and you can't make breakfast, but I had a delicious Märzen and an avacado bacon burger later made this fat boy happy! read more

A perfect place to unwind, hang out and have several beers!! My buddy & I hung out here one night, sat at the bar for a few hours and had several beers...Several!! The staff here are family and they were great! Saloman, Primo and the fellas are a good bunch of huevóns!! Great Dudes!! The food here is fresh, filling and not overly price as one may think. The wings is a great starter! The salad, is almost a meal in itself! I had them add some avocado to the antipesto salad, dressing on the side. WiFi- it's very strong here!!! There is no signal in the town! After closing, and the early morning I stopped here to FaceTime my family before the left up the mountain to camp. There is a patio on the backside that overlooks the river. Parking-Good Luck! Yes- I will come here again! The food was Superb!! Enjoy- read more

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Solid cafe. Went there after a 3 hour mountain bike ride. Got the mozzarella stick and veggie calzone. We were supposed to get 10 sticks but got more like 14. Also calzone was large! The outside of calzone was excellent, soft and pillowy. The inside was just ok. Not quite enough cheese or veggies. So overall just ok. Friends got wings, which again was very generous and the burger, which was large. Overall very pleased. read more

Went in search of any kind of internet and food for my wife and landed here on a warm Sunday afternoon. The burgers are one of the best I've had and the service was quick and very nice. My wife's assignment is going to take a while to get done so I think I'll try a beer or two. And not to mention Super Smash Brothers set up to play a bit too? That's the cherry on top. read more

Two Rivers Cafe - My Jalapeño burger and amazing fries. - Pizza Near Me - Downieville, California

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