Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Mono Inn

4.9

4.9 (92)

$50 and over

Californian

Yosemite

About the restaurant

Built on the shores of Mono Lake in 1921 and originally used as a bunkhouse, Mono Inn has a long history as one of the best gathering places for miles around.

Offering weary travelers a welcome respite from the road, the famed bar and dining room afford breathtakingly unparalleled and ever-changing views of Mono Lake.

Chef Jason Custer takes our modern farm-to-table cuisine concept to another level with his Summer Tasting Menu and emphasis on local sourcing.

Located at the back gate of Yosemite National Park, close to Mammoth Lakes, and easily accessible from the Bay Area and Southern California, the new Mono Inn offers one of the most extraordinary dining experiences in all of California.

Top review

Nic

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing. This place has got to be on its way to a Michelin star

Mammoth Rock Brasserie

4.9

4.9 (878)

$31 to $50

Continental

Mammoth

About the restaurant

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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David

Dined 5 days ago

Dinner at the Brasserie was a wonderful experience. Our server provided excellent service, the food was fantastic ambiance and view were great. The chef came to our table following the dinner, which was a much appreciated bonus. We come to Mammoth Lakes annually for trout fishing, and the never disappoints. Best restaurant in Mammoth!

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Popular dish

Elk Medallions

Popular dish

Wild Mixed Mushroom Strudel

The Restaurant at Convict Lake

4.8

4.8 (1440)

$31 to $50

Continental

Mammoth

About the restaurant

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.

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John

Dined 4 days ago

My wife and I had a wonderful experience at the Restaurant at Convict Lake! Our server really took good care of us and he even told us how Convict Lake got its name. The food was delicious and definitely lived up to our expectations. Very generous portions of perfectly prepared ingredients. The crab and shrimp cake was tasty and served on a whole salad of arugula. We didn’t need to order the goat cheese and arugula salad, but the warm goat cheese and the dressing was very good. Then we had the duck and the beef wellington, which were recommended by friends, and we enjoyed those dishes so much that we were too full to eat dessert! Next time we’ll have to pace ourselves! A great meal and a great experience.

South Gate Brewing Company

4.7

4.7 (20)

$30 and under

Brewery

Oakhurst

About the restaurant

Located in Oakhurst, California just miles from the south gate of Yosemite National Park, South Gate Brewing Company is where you’ll find some of the best food and beer in the Yosemite area. Home to a tasting room with grand windows that show of the views of the surrounding Sierra Nevada Mountains, which John Muir called the “Range of Light”, we invite you enjoy a perfectly cooked steak after a long day on the trail, a juicy burger after boating on Bass Lake or wood-fired pizza paired with our own local beers while you enjoy the game in our tasting room.

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Trudy

Dined 2 days ago

Friendly employees, tasty beer and the fish tacos were excellent, highly recommended.

The Elderberry House

4.7

4.7 (1000)

$50 and over

French American

Oakhurst

About the restaurant

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 three or five-course 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 request 48-hour advance notice for any guests with dietary/allergy restrictions. Vegetarian, vegan 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.

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Piersvip

Dined 5 days ago

Michelin star worthy food at midscale prices - an extraordinary find at this contemporary but charming and characterful French style "chateau" on the edges of Oakhurst. Exemplary service and superb wine list too. Highly recommend as the best food to b easily found near Yosemite.

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Experience

Dinner Party Cooking Class

Ducey's on the Lake at The Pines Resort

4.4

4.4 (131)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Oakhurst

About the restaurant

Perched above Bass Lake, Ducey's on the Lake offers upscale lakeside dining and scratch-made California cuisine. Executive Chef, Dwayne McFann, cooks with a farm to table approach using locally grown and organic produce and beef from Harris Ranch. The menu offers steaks, seafood, pastas, seasonal dishes and house-made soups.
For Groups of 6 or more pleas call (559)642-3131 for reservations

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Deborahvip

Dined 5 days ago

Staff was incredibly friendly and gracious and food was good. I got the special Chilean Sea Bsss (yum) and shrimp cocktail for appetizer and cinnamon bread pudding pie(?!?) as free dessert for birthday and was wonderful. Recommend making reservations as we tried to go over the previous weekend and were denied a table.

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Experience

Thanksgiving Ducey's 2024

Experience

Christmas Day Brunch Buffet

Experience

Christmas Eve Buffet

Vulcania - Mammoth

4.5

4.5 (546)

$31 to $50

Italian

Mammoth

About the restaurant

Italian-American fare in the heart of The Village. Crafted by Michael and Bryan Voltaggio, the menu at Vulcania Mammoth features organic, local and seasonal ingredients and is known for its Neapolitan pizzas, handmade pastas, handcrafted salumi, and perfect pairings of wine, beer and craft cocktails. A favorite locale for family dinner, date nights, drinks al fresco or a game of bocce ball on the terrace.

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Amyvip

Dined 3 days ago

Very nicely remodeled interior, creative menu options. The smoked mozzarella sticks were fabulous

Yosemite Valley Lodge Mountain Room

4.4

4.4 (1365)

$50 and over

Steak

Yosemite

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Philipvip

Dined 7 days ago

Yosemite Lodge Mountain Room is iconic! Would not go to Yosemite without a visit. Beautiful room, decent food, great service, festive atmosphere! Always love it!

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4.2

4.2 (119)

$31 to $50

Californian

Yosemite Valley

About the restaurant

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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Lauren

Dined 6 days ago

Another fine meal at Rush Creek! First time trying the beet salad. Delicious and ample. As always, love the fabulous king salmon! Husband enjoyed his hearty Rush burger. Service was superb, ambiance enjoyable. See you next time!

Morrison's

4.2

4.2 (699)

$31 to $50

American

Mammoth

About the restaurant

Morrison’s is an upscale restaurant with a fun and lively atmosphere. It is kid friendly and great for larger groups, but is also perfect for a date or a special occasion. Our menu will satisfy any food craving and any wallet size. The food is delicious, and the specialty drinks are amazing. The expansive wine and beer list will quench anyone’s thirst. If you are looking for great food, service and a memorable experience, come on in.

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Barb

Dined on Aug 23, 2024

Large, friendly celebration going on making the restaurant very cheerful and noisy. Wait staff was excellent. Good hearty food with generous portions.

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