Restaurants near Tuolumne State Game Refuge

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchFusion / Eclectic

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for fine wines

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

15 restaurants available nearby

1. The Branch

5.0

Exceptional(61)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Twain Harte

Small. Casual. Personable.Good people with a good vibe in a laid back, fun atmosphere- no white table cloths here!With over 20 years of cooking experience, Chef Matt Garcia brings a new dining experience to Tuolumne County. Classically trained at Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School in San Francisco, Chef Matt has worked with some of the Bay Area's top chefs. As a young chef he was nominated as 7x7 Rising Star Chef, creating beautiful dishes that showcase the freshness of the ingredients and their bright, natural flavor and he continues to do so. The Branch is a place where we come together, to eat, enjoy and relax.Located under the Twain Harte arch, our casual environment allows you to enjoy yourself with a glass of wine, beer or sparkling in hand. We welcome you to The Branch and we look forward to serving you.

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2. The Ahwahnee Hotel

3.9

Excellent(9010)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Yosemite

Booked 115 times today

The Ahwahnee Dining Room is currently serving both breakfast and dinner in buffet style service featuring many classic menu favorites including eggs benedict in the morning with a full selection of breakfast favorites. During dinner service we are serving many options including a carving station featuring our famous Prime Rib and more.

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3. Enchanted Forest Dining Experience

4.2

Awesome(880)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• European • Placerville

Booked 9 times today

Step into a beautiful ENCHANTED FOREST, a Celtic Irish themed drinking and dining experience

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4. Yosemite Valley Lodge Mountain Room

4.3

Awesome(1567)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Yosemite

Booked 82 times today

Located at Yosemite Valley Lodge, the Mountain Room Restaurant boasts striking views of the 2,424 foot high Yosemite Falls. The menu is equally impressive, featuring sizzling steaks and fresh seafood. The chef’s specialties include local, organic & seasonal preparations including sustainable fish and seafood in accordance with the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch List. The Mountain Room Restaurant is open year-round. Please contact us if you have any questions, or for more information on Holidays and Special Events.Reservations are highly recommended.

5. Rush Creek Lodge

4.7

Exceptional(134)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Yosemite Valley

Booked 17 times today

The Restaurant at Rush Creek is the main place for you to relax and enjoy an authentic mountain lodge style breakfast or dinner in an atmosphere that is relaxed and friendly, vibrant and sophisticated. Lunch, Dinner and a Late Night Menu are also available in Rush Creek’s lively Tavern.For more information, check out our website at: https://www.rushcreeklodge.com/yosemite-dining/restaurant/

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6. Lone Wolf Restaurant and Lounge

4.6

Exceptional(2151)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Jackson

Booked 13 times today

The Lone Wolf Restaurant and Lounge, "A Casual Steakhouse With a Flavor For All!" Located within the Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort, Lone Wolf features a full bar, amazing menu, and extensive wine list. Whether you want to dine on the patio with a view of rolling Amador Foothills, or cozy up to the bar and enjoy our signature cocktails, Lone Wolf has something for you.

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7. Scusa Italian Ristorante

4.6

Exceptional(3209)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Shore

Booked 40 times today

100 of the Best Seats in Town."~ Creative Traditional Italian & Fresh Seafood Daily ~ Upscale, Lively Atmosphere ~ Extensive Menu & Wine List ~For over 20 years, Scusa has remained the perennial favorite of locals and tourists alike. Featuring traditional and creative pasta dishes, from simple Cappellini with fresh Basil and Tomato to Seafood Fettuccine Scusa in a light tomato-red wine sauce. Scusa is rumored to serve the best Linguine & Clams you'll ever have. Let's not forget the variety of Veal and Chicken dishes, and the Scusa Bread is a must! With appetizers from crispy Calamari to the House Specialty Lobster Raviolis in light Basil-Tomato Cream any choice is a good one. If you only have room to split a desert try the Amaretto Bread Pudding or the delicious Cannolis.Scusa has one of the most romantic outdoor patios in Lake Tahoe, complete with fountain & garden. If you're looking for great food, with warm atmosphere and service, you are sure to enjoy!

8. June Bug Cafe

4.3

Awesome(67)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Yosemite

Since we opened this camp 25 years ago, we have focused upon fresh foods for our guests. We know it is difficult to find good meals on the road, especially if you are vegan and vegetarian, and invite you to join us.You will smell the foods before you walk in, but will see entree's like baby back pork ribs, samosas, ribeye steaks, moussaka, vegan ramen and steamed saffron mussels through our open kitchen. We make easy to assemble fresh bag lunches for the trail, and specialty lunch items for indoor and outdoor dining. Beside items like American breakfast and breakfast burritos you will find signature items like our California breakfast too! All this from fresh, mainly regional sourced, sustainable and some organic healthy foodstuffs. We invite you to peek into some online reviews in advance. Our breakfast and lunch menus rarely change, however our limited dinner menu does change nightly. This restaurant is family style dining. Accessible restroom, parking and ramp to Cafe.

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9. The Independent Restaurant and Bar

4.8

Exceptional(701)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Placerville

Booked 8 times today

OPEN 5 days/week for INDOOR & EXTENSIVE OUTDOOR Covered Dining and Take-out Orders. The Staff will try their best to accommodate all seating requests, but cannot guarantee all specific table requests will be available. Current Hours are: Wednesday - Saturday: 11:30am - 9pm Sunday: 11:30am - 8pm (closed Mon/Tues)The Independent Restaurant and Bar offers guests and neighbors in Placerville, California a place to gather and enjoy refreshing fare and drinks. To start, peruse their famous craft cocktail menu and local beer and wine selections, then check out their creative appetizers, including turnip fries, flash- fried calamari, tempura prawns, or their famous ahi tartare. Main courses at The Independent Restaurant and Bar include Buttermilk Fried Chicken, CAB Marbled Rib Eye, Lemon Caper Salmon, Sous-vide Prime Rib (Sundays Only), Molasses-brined Pork Chop, and House-ground Burgers. Voted BEST OVERALL RESTAURANT in the Sierra Foothills 11 YEARS IN A ROW.

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10. The Sutter Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(359)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Jackson

Booked 14 times today

Hotel Sutter is situated in the heart of Sutter Creek! With 21 rooms, a restaurant, banquet room and two bars our guests have everything they need for an unforgettable experience all in one place. Enjoy great food and signature cocktails on our outdoor balcony overlooking Main Street or inside our historic dining room.

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Jodi-Ann
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This was a wonderful experience. The food was delicious, customer service was excellent everyone was kind, friendly and ensured that we were having a wonderful experience. Would highly recommend having dinner here.
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The Ahwahnee HotelPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Yosemite
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3.9
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Timothy
California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Second time doing tasting menu and it did not disappoint. Everything was presented well and tasted better. Very intimate experience. Staff are very personable and attentive. We will attend the next new tasting menu.
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The BranchPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Twain Harte
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5
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David
Phoenix / Arizona •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
A truly magical experience, I cannot wait to come back again. The food was wonderful with the service, and the staff was incredible as well.
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Enchanted Forest Dining ExperiencePrice: Moderate• European• Placerville
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4.2
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Douglas
Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Good food. Good service but needs more staff since we waited a long time for our food
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Rush Creek LodgePrice: Expensive• Californian• Yosemite Valley
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4.7
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Linda
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Best meal to be had at the park. This and Starbucks for breakfast.
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Yosemite Valley Lodge Mountain RoomPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Yosemite
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4.3

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