The Restaurant at Convict Lake is widely recognized as the finest restaurant in the Eastern Sierra and a "locals" choice for special occasions. Dine in a romantic and casually elegant atmosphere located just 10 minutes from Mammoth Lakes across from the Mammoth/Yosemite Airport.
Our menu features continental cuisine and such sumptuous specialties as rack of lamb, beef wellington, grass fed beef steaks, fresh seafood and pastas. We have an award-winning wine list including some of the best vintages around the world and a martini bar. If you are not up for a four course meal, enjoy appetizers and drinks at the martini bar in The Lounge. The lounge offers a separate menu and HD TV's to watch your favorite sports.
Additional information
Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Continental, American
Hours of operation
Open 7 nights a week during the spring, summer and early fall seasons. Evening dining from 5:30pm to close.
seared crispy skin breast, leg confit, with a Grand Marnier, orange zest and blackberry jus lié
Crispy Skin Scottish Salmon
Crispy fingerling potatoes, sautéed spinach, finished with a fire roasted tomato vinaigrette
Rotolo of Fresh Pasta
Ricotta cheese, wild mushroom, baby spinach finished with a tangy spicy tomato sauce and fried capers
Beef Wellington
Filet mignon and wild mushroom duxelle in puffed pastry with a bourbon glace de veau
New Zealand Rack of Lamb
Marinated with heirloom garlic, fresh herbs, grilled and accompanied by a cilantro mint sauce
Desserts
Fuji Apple & Mascarpone Strudel
ala mode, with cognac butterscotch
Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée
Bananas Foster
Flambéed tableside
What 1,529 people are saying
The Restaurant at Convict Lake reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
Overall ratings and reviews
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5.0
5 based on recent ratings
4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.6Value
Noise • Moderate
Loved For
Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes
Best Overall
Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes
Best Food
Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes
Best Service
Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes
Best Ambiance
Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes
Best Value
Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes
Good for groups
Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes
Healthy
Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes
Neighborhood gem
Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes
Great for fine wines
Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes
Good for special occasions
Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes
Lively
Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes
Most Booked
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Restaurant at Convict Lake offers an exceptional dining experience in a breathtaking mountain setting. Guests rave about "perfect food and service," with standout dishes like Beef Wellington, trout, and tableside Bananas Foster. The cozy, elegant ambiance and attentive staff make it ideal for special occasions. A "hidden gem" in Mammoth Lakes.
1,529 Reviews
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Patrick
Salt Lake City156 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Always great. Have been going here for 20 years. A hidden gyem is their homemade ice cream. The trout was excellent. They make their own fettuccini. YUMMY
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Jane
Los Angeles5 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
We have always had amazing food and service. One of our favorite spots to enjoy a great meal.
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David VIP
Los Angeles33 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Year after year, the Restaurant at Convict Lake remains one of the high points of our trips to Mammoth. From pre-dinner cocktails to perfectly prepared and elegantly presented main courses and irresistible desserts, the meals are among our favorites of all the restaurants we visit in California. Add the outstanding service and spectacular natural setting, and it's clear why the longstanding reputation of this charming dining establishment continues to grow.
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Shawn
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Perfect food and service in a setting without parallel
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Beth
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined on April 10, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Convict Lake is such a special place. Beautiful mountain setting, cozy ambience and outstanding food. Not to be missed!
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Arline VIP
Los Angeles60 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 10, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
It was a lovely family dinner, that included our well-behaved 7 yr old grandson. I wasn't sure if the young one would be welcome, but he was. We were celebrating my return to skiing after recovery from two hip replacements. So we needed a restaurant worthy of the happy occasion. The Restaurant at Convict Lake delivered. The food was awesome & the service was attentive but not stuffy. I had my favorite, Beef Wellington, which was superb. The steak frites and the lamb were also enjoyed by our party. The bosc pear endive salad was abundant & delicious. We were too full to even consider desserts although the dessert menu also looked awesome. A special memorable dinner in a lovely rural setting.
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Joseph
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on April 9, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
A very special place for a special occasion. The food and service was excellent. The high light was the Banana Foster
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David
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on April 7, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great food and service. we always enjoy eating at this restaurant for special occasions.
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Erin
Las Vegas2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great dining experience with family or friends. Quality EVERYTHING- drinks, apps, soup and main dish. Dessert —- bananas foster is a must!
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Terri
Los Angeles12 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Wehave been dining here for years and it was excellent as always. Their prices have gone up but still worth it.
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