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A photo of Yosemite Valley Lodge Mountain Room restaurant
1. Yosemite Valley Lodge Mountain Room
4.3
Awesome(1537)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Yosemite
Booked 79 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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2. The Ahwahnee Hotel
3.8
Excellent(8993)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Yosemite
Booked 108 times today
Dining service will be a buffet style service featuring many classic menu favorites including hand carved Prime Rib and more. The Ahwahnee Dining Room is temporarily offering an à la carte lunch menu from daily from 11 a.m - 2 p.m while our Ahwahnee Bar is temporarily closed. We will not be offering reservations at this time, lunch service will be walk ins.
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3. Vulcania - Mammoth
4.5
Awesome(612)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Mammoth
Booked 92 times today
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. Please note that we are a modern cashless facility.
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4. Rush Creek Lodge
4.5
Awesome(133)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Yosemite Valley
Booked 8 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/
A photo of Jackalope's Bar and Grill at Tenaya Lodge restaurant
5. Jackalope's Bar and Grill at Tenaya Lodge
4.4
Awesome(3)
Price: Moderate
• American • Yosemite
Booked 6 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. Embers at Tenaya Lodge
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4.2
Awesome(11)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Oakhurst
We are thrilled to share that Embers, our fine dinning restaurant at Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite is ready to welcome you exclusively Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, with two seating times available at 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM.Our elevated dining experience offers a four-course and seven-course menu, with an option to add a unique wine pairing to both dinners. Pricing begins at $99 per person* for the four-course dinner and $179 per person* for the seven-course dinner.Wine Pairing courses can be purchased through the experiences section.Please include any dietary restrictions while making your reservation. The menu may change to accommodate use of fresh, local products.*A 20% service charge will be added to all bills.
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7. The Branch
4.9
Exceptional(52)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Twain Harte
Booked 1 time today
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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8. Holiday Events at Tenaya Lodge
3.0
Good(1)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Oakhurst
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9. The Elderberry House
4.9
Exceptional(1017)
Price: Very Expensive
• French American • Oakhurst
Booked 5 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 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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10. Ducey's on the Lake at The Pines Resort
4.5
Awesome(167)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Oakhurst
Booked 14 times today
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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