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23 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Yosemite Valley Lodge Mountain Room restaurant

1. Yosemite Valley Lodge Mountain Room

4.3

Awesome(1541)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Yosemite

Booked 52 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(8997)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Yosemite

Booked 122 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. Rush Creek Lodge

4.5

Awesome(133)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Yosemite Valley

Booked 2 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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4. Vulcania - Mammoth

4.5

Awesome(619)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mammoth

Booked 69 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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5. The Restaurant at Convict Lake

4.9

Exceptional(1479)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Continental • Mammoth

Booked 23 times today

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.

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

6. Jackalope's Bar and Grill at Tenaya Lodge

4.4

Awesome(4)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Yosemite

Booked 3 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.

A photo of Embers at Tenaya Lodge restaurant

7. Embers at Tenaya Lodge

4.2

Awesome(11)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Oakhurst

Booked 1 time today

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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8. Holiday Events at Tenaya Lodge

3.0

Good(1)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Oakhurst

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9. Morrison's

4.4

Awesome(738)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Mammoth

Booked 23 times today

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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10. Mammoth Rock Brasserie

4.7

Exceptional(902)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Continental • Mammoth

Booked 23 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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marcy
Orange County •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Reservation honored on time. Delicious food. Great cheerful attentive waiter.
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Vulcania - MammothPrice: Expensive• Italian• Mammoth
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4.5
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Thomas
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Alberto was a fantastic server. His recommendations were outstanding and his manor was professional yet kind. We even got a great dessert recommendation from the assistant server.
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Yosemite Valley Lodge Mountain RoomPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Yosemite
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4.3
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Laura
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Buffet style with really good food and a piano player to make the atmosphere pleasant.
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The Ahwahnee HotelPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Yosemite
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3.8
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KarenVIP
New York City •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great restaurant. It has a perfect mountain vibe. It is not stuffy but nice and feels slightly upscale and quiet. We were seated in a comfortable booth. Our server was friendly and professional—welcoming us with complimentary warm sourdough. We got Elk, Duck, and fish. All entrees were fantastic. The dessert was also good. We were glad we made the drive from Mammoth.
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The Restaurant at Convict LakePrice: Expensive• Continental• Mammoth
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4.9
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Jesse
Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 23, 2024
I really enjoyed the food, service and ambiance at Rush Creek Tavern.
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Rush Creek LodgePrice: Expensive• Californian• Yosemite Valley
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4.5

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