Restaurants near Merced Grove Ranger Station

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1. Rush Creek Lodge

4.5

Awesome(141)

$$$$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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2. Yosemite Valley Lodge Mountain Room

4.4

Awesome(1747)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Yosemite

Booked 100 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.

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3. The Ahwahnee Hotel

3.9

Excellent(9192)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Yosemite

Booked 99 times today

The Ahwahnee Dining Room is now serving both a la carte and breakfast buffet from 7am-10am. Join us every Sunday for our Grand Brunch Buffet from 7am to 2pm, different rates apply. Lunch is served from 11:30am-2pm. Enjoy our Dinner Buffet from 5pm to 9pm featuring a carving station, dinner favorites and much more. If you experience difficulty making a reservation here, please call us directly at (209) 372-1490.The Ahwahnee is near completion of a seismic retrofit renovation project in partnership with the National Park Service to preserve this iconic hotel. During the last phase of the project, the impacted areas will be isolated to the West Terrace and areas near the Dining Room. This work will result in some obstructed views, and we expect construction noise between 10AM–4PM, Monday–Friday. We have done our best to mitigate any negative guest experiences, though we recognize it may cause inconveniences and conditions. We thank you for your patience and understanding.

4. June Bug Cafe

4.3

Awesome(69)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Yosemite

Booked 2 times today

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.

A photo of Jackalope's Bar and Grill at Tenaya Lodge restaurant

5. Jackalope's Bar and Grill at Tenaya Lodge

4.4

Awesome(43)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Yosemite

Booked 24 times today

Jackalope’s Bar & Grill is the place to relax, kick-back and enjoy Sierra pub fare and a full bar after your day in Yosemite. Jackalope’s features made-to-order grilled burgers, sandwiches, specialty salads and heart-healthy, gluten-free and vegan options. Many dishes are prepared from local and organic sources.

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6. Firefall Ranch at Yosemite

4.2

Awesome(33)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• International • Tuolumne

Booked 4 times today

Join us for dinner in our fine dining restaurant Yova, only open Friday and Saturdays 5pm-8:15pm.For private dining for parties of 8 or more, please contact our Host at dining@firefallranch.com or 209-379-6820 x3551.Don't forget to check out our Tavern restaurant as well. The Tavern does not require reservations and is open 7 days a week for Breakfast 7am-11am, Lunch 12pm-4pm, and Dinner 5pm-9pm.

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7. Embers at Tenaya Lodge

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4.8

Exceptional(15)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Oakhurst

Booked 10 times today

We are thrilled to share that Embers, our finer dining upscale restaurant at Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite is ready to welcome you 7 nights a week from 5pm-10pm (hours change seasonally)Our elevated dining experience offers an a la carte menu, focusing on house made items with an emphasis on seafood, and local ingredients. There will be an option to add a unique wine pairing to each menu selection. Enjoy your meal in a quiet, warm and intimate setting.Reservations are highly recommended and can be made on the Tenaya at Yosemite website or through our Concierge.

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8. Mammoth Rock Brasserie

4.7

Exceptional(952)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Continental • Mammoth

Booked 17 times today

Come enjoy a modern dining experience planned around a creative, eclectic menu and the spectacular views of the Sherwin Range and Mammoth Mountain. Our restaurant features the fine cuisine of Mammoth Chef Gaby Hernandez and is a dramatic departure from the standard fare found in traditional bowling centers. Starting December 16th The Brasserie restaurant will be open daily at 5:00pm. Holiday hours may be different. Our cuisine is continentally inspired, and daily specials are added with fresh, seasonally available ingredients.. We also host “special” dinners honoring specific holidays. Please check our website for more menu information. Call us directly to reserve for parties of 7 or more.

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9. The Elderberry House

4.8

Exceptional(1042)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French American • Oakhurst

Booked 2 times today

For over 30 years, The Elderberry House has been recognized as the premier fine dining destination in the area. This European haven, nestled in the Sierra Mountains just minutes from Yosemite National Park, lends itself to an unforgettable evening for gourmands and wine enthusiasts.Dinner at The Elderberry House is a thrill for the senses, showcasing seasonal ingredients from local farms that harvest exclusively for our culinary team. We are currently offering a seasonal petite pre-fixe or a pre-fixe tasting menu. Start the evening off with a hand-crafted cocktail at The Cellar, a craft cocktail bar. In order to provide you with the best dining experience, we require 48-hour advance notice for any guests with dietary/allergy restrictions. Vegetarian and gluten free options are available, kindly let us know in advance.Please know we have an age minimum of 8 years and older in the Restaurant to ensure an intimate environment.

A photo of Holiday Events at Tenaya Lodge restaurant

10. Holiday Events at Tenaya Lodge

4.0

Excellent(2)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Oakhurst

Join is for holiday dining experiences in our event space at the Tenaya Lodge Resort.

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Stan
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had a great experience at this restaurant, including the server.
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Jackalope's Bar and Grill at Tenaya LodgePrice: Moderate• American• Yosemite
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4.4
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RobertVIP
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Beautiful restaurant. Plain, simple, tasteful, with spectacular views of the upper falls. Limited menu but good food and well prepared.
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Yosemite Valley Lodge Mountain RoomPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Yosemite
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4.4
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Tori
Utah •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 24, 2025
Great ambience! Beautiful dining room. Waiters very attentive. Food was delicious.
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The Ahwahnee HotelPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Yosemite
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3.9
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Josh
Los Angeles •1 review
4.0
Dined on Jun 15, 2025
We celebrated Father’s Day at Rush Creek Lodge’s restaurant on a Saturday night and the food was stellar. Delicious, fresh with healthy options! So glad we decided to come here for dinner.
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Rush Creek LodgePrice: Expensive• Californian• Yosemite Valley
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4.5
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camella
Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes •1 review
4.0
Dined on May 12, 2025
Surprisingly large venue with a choice of self seating, including outside. Take mozzie lamp if you are going outside as they are on the war path. Overall food was a high standard and the drive from Oakhurst worth it, especially on a nice evening. I would go again and try brunch next time.
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June Bug CafePrice: Moderate• American• Yosemite
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4.3

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