Mono Inn

4.9

104 Reviews

$50 and over

Californian

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2 people

Jan 21, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Charming

Experience a culinary journey of exquisite seasonal dishes crafted with the finest local ingredients.

Mono Inn offers impeccable service in a cozy atmosphere where Chef Jason Custer's modern multi-course
Winter Tasting Menu will take you on a gastronomic adventure.

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

Located close to Mammoth Lakes, easily accessible from the Bay Area and Southern California, and just a few miles from the back gate of Yosemite National Park, Mono Inn is a hidden gem that offers an unparalleled dining experience.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Californian, Farm-to-table, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon, Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(760) 784-3266
Website
http://www.monoinn.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Jason Custer
Catering
Mono Inn can accommodate both on and off-site custom catering. <br /><br />Please inquire at: info@monoinn.com
Private party facilities
Mono Inn's Dining Room is the perfect space for a holiday party, wedding reception, or special event. The Lake Room provides a smaller intimate space ideal for bridal or baby showers, birthday parties, meetings, toasts and small bites, or as the first stop in your evening in the Dining Room. Please inquire at: info@monoinn.com

Location
55620 US-395, Lee Vining, CA 93541-8016
Neighborhood
Yosemite
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Valentine's Day at Mono Inn
$134.06 per person
Prepaid
Feb 14, 2025 only
Join us for a romantic evening at Mono Inn and celebrate Valentine's Day with your special someone. Chef Jay will prepare an indulgent four-course menu with optional wine pairing—coming soon!

Hassun | Canapés Course
tastes of the season
Sakezuke | Raw Course
albacore tuna tartare | yuzu kosho | persimmon
Wanmono | Soup Course
kinoko consommé | seasonal mushroom & leek dumpling | black winter truffle
Nimono | Steamed Course
Pacific black cod | kombu | potato pave | trout roe cream
Yakimono | Grilled Course
Liberty Farms duck breast | parsnip | mustard green | cherry gastrique
Atsumono | Main Course
White Mountain Ranch bison kalbi | Koda Farms Kokuho Rose rice | winter squash | banchan
- A5 Japanese Wagyu Hokkaido tenderloin$65.00
Mizumono | Dessert Course
butternut cake | spruce tip ice cream | miso caramel

What 104 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
5Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

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 scenic views
Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes
Good for special occasions
Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes
Lively
Yosemite
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mono Inn in Lee Vining offers a "magical" dining experience with "Michelin worthy" cuisine and "stunning" views of Mono Lake. The innovative tasting menu is praised for its creativity and "exceptional" flavors. Guests commend the "wonderful staff" and "excellent presentation," making it a "very special, unique" destination worth visiting.

104 Reviews

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Pablo
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing service. Enjoyed menu pairings. Most the tasting menu was great. Servers was so inviting and I appreciated how he entertained our 10 year old.
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Mary
VIP
San Francisco
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastically elegant and delicious as always. A relaxed atmosphere with amazing food and views. Great staff from the bartender to sommelier and waiters. I love the owners and Chef Jason is amazing!
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John
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful staff, excellent presentation, clever combination of first and last courses. A highlight of our Sierra trip.
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Mary
Tulsa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had such a fun time. The food and drinks are just delicious and flavorful. Love the different textures and colors. The view is beautiful around sunset time. They have exceptional service: super friendly and helpful with questions and taking pictures.
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Nancy
VIP
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our dinner at The Mono Inn was amazing, as always. Every dish was beautifully prepared and delicious. Since we are vegans, we asked in advance for a vegan meal. The dinner that was prepared for us was nothing short of fantastic. The view of the lake was stunning. We love this place! We will be back again.
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stephane
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome experience! Every course of the Kaiseki menu was very unique. The chef and his team are very creative and sublimate local ingredients into exquisite dishes offering a palette of varying tastes and textures. The wine pairing is recommended for a full experience. The service is at the same level: very attentive and friendly. Bravo!
Mono InnResponded on December 19, 2024
Dear French Guy, Thank you for your thoughtful review! We sincerely appreciate you celebrating such a special occasion with us at Mono Inn. We look forward to seeing you again in the future. Warmest holiday wishes, Mono Inn
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jeremy
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Magical. Has no business being as good as it is. Michelin worthy restaurant.
Mono InnResponded on December 19, 2024
Thank you, Jeremy, for your review and kind note! Warmest holiday wishes, Mono Inn
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Elizabeth
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
While we dined at the Mono Inn many times before the pandemic, this was our first visit with the tasting menu. We’re not foodies but thoroughly enjoyed the adventurous unique menu, the flavors, the exquisite presentation and explanation of each course and the undivided attention by the staff and chef. A very special, delicious and memorable experience! Thank you!
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Susan
San Francisco
58 reviews
5.0
58 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a very special, unique restaurant in a magnificent setting. It’s definitely worth a stop in LeeVining, CA. You’ll never find its equivalent elsewhere.
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Julie
Tahoe
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The team at Mono Inn did it again. What an outstanding meal in a spectacular location! The service was incredible. The presentation, flavor, and food quality were top notch. This is my favorite restaurant anywhere, ever.
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FAQs

Mono Inn is rated 4.9 stars by 104 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 21, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

55620 US-395, Lee Vining, CA 93541-8016

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Yosemite
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon, Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Californian, Farm-to-table, Contemporary American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jason Custer
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.monoinn.com/
Phone number
(760) 784-3266
Catering
Mono Inn can accommodate both on and off-site custom catering. <br /><br />Please inquire at: info@monoinn.com
Private party facilities
Mono Inn's Dining Room is the perfect space for a holiday party, wedding reception, or special event. The Lake Room provides a smaller intimate space ideal for bridal or baby showers, birthday parties, meetings, toasts and small bites, or as the first stop in your evening in the Dining Room. Please inquire at: info@monoinn.com

Mono Inn

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Valentine's Day at Mono Inn

Menu

Uncategorised

Hassun | Canapés Course

Sakezuke | Raw Course

Wanmono | Soup Course

Nimono | Steamed Course

Yakimono | Grilled Course

Atsumono | Main Course

Mizumono | Dessert Course

What 104 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Mono Inn restaurant rated?

Is Mono Inn currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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