The 12 best spots for salad in Yosemite National Park

Great food, great service, nice surroundings. Pricey, but food quality and preparation were excellent. Nice folks, clean area. Halibut and steak were excellent. Stella on draft a plus. Make a reservation!

Pricey but reasonable for the location. We enjoyed the wagyu burger and lamb chops. Dining room was fairly empty on a Monday night so food came out within 30 minutes. Unfortunately our server lost our credit card walking back to the station and just assumed we didn’t give him a card, so we sat waiting for 10 minutes wondering why he brought the check back. He hardly apologized when he finally realized and never ended up finding the card.

The food with its presentation will pleasantly surprise you. Compliments to the chef. This is fine dining in the Valley. Dinner reservations are absolutely necessary. Service was inconsistent. It depended greatly on the server.

We dined here twice during our stay in Yosemite and both times were pretty awesome. The first time I had the burger and it was probs the best burger I've had in a long time...juicy, well-seasoned, perfectly cooked. The second time we were there for our wedding anniversary so we both got the 10 oz filet mignon. Again, perfectly cooked, perfectly seasoned, very delish. And the mashed potatoes that came with it were amazing. We're about to have the cheesecake for dessert, but I'm sure it won't disappoint. Definitely come here at least once if you're going to be staying in the park. Well worth it!!

Service was terrible - and food was also. We had a female waitress (no name tags so we can’t figure out what her name was but she mentioned she’s a nomad that works around areas from Tahoe to Yosemite and climbs). Literally had the worst service of our entire time - could not do dressing on the side for a salad. Asked for no syrup in a mocktail (can’t do that either). Asked for ribs and was not available, only for the table next to us to get ribs. She gave us some excuse. This is absolutely unacceptable. YVL do better. Train your staff. Food was also really really sad for what you pay for. Go to the cafeteria next time.

Ordered a ribeye steak at medium cook, but got a well-done instead, and my partner’s pan roasted halibut was dry. Our waiter was very kind and got me a medium cook steak, which tasted really good and just cooked right, after I showed him the first one he served. Not sure if this is a fine dining restaurant but the prices are. There are limited selection of wine, beer, and cocktail but good ones. I would have rated this restaurant 3-star, but because of our waiter, I gave a 4-star.

Food was delicious. Service was VERY slow. Vegetarian and non-alcoholic drinks. While the servers were attentive and kind, it took about 45-60 minutes on both times for us to get our food with no mention of it, had I known, I would have ordered an appetizer or a second drink. I recommend an earlier reservation to reduce the food wait time. Definitely make a reservation, even during December during the "slow" season, the restaurant was busy and reservations full, so no walk-ins were admitted. The food was very tasty, better than I expected for a state park, but very pricey, even for a San Francisco resident. I'd go back.

I ordered the crispy chicken sandwich. It was dense and tasteless, liking chewing rubber, only the roll was satisfactory. The prices are reasonable but the quality of the food is utterly unacceptable. It’s best to just bring cold sandwiches and salads (in a large cooler) from home or purchase these items from a local deli as you drive to the Park.

Base Camp Eatery is in Yosemite Valley. To order your food you have to use the kiosk. There are many options to choose from. I ordered a ham and cheese sandwich. It tasted good, but was expensive. All food in Yosemite is expensive. Plenty of seating in the dining area.

The only place to eat at yosemite Valley so your options are somewhat limited to whats on offer at that time. Place is packed with tourist and hikers and is loud with limited seats and tables. We got the pizza and cheeseburger and I'd have to say this was the safest options. Pizza was good tasting and the cheeseburger no complaints. No cash, card only for payment

One of my favorite eateries here for the convenience. Large indoor seating, ordering kiosks, and amenities nearby as apart of the lodge. Cell service here is also decent

Any place in Yosemite gets 5 stars for the atmosphere, it's absolutely beautiful. The food here isn't anything special but it's solid for what it is, a little on the expensive side (which is a trend for everywhere in Yosemite). Overall it's a good spot to stop for a quick lunch in the park.

Huge space, easy kiosk to order from, and pretty fresh selection of dishes. Affordable, quality, I was very impressed.

A great spot for families to eat. The food is a bit pricey for what you get, but seeing as there aren’t a ton of options I didn’t expect it to be cheap. The chicken sandwich was a tad dry but the fries & burger were very good! It is a pretty large spot to eat so that is great for those with larger groups.

We went to The Awahnee Dining Room as a family of 6 on two separate occasions. LOVED the experience. For breakfast we opted for the al la carte menu and we can say everything tasted really good except for the French Toast that was more on the soggy side. The steel cut oats and trio mushroom, avocado and salmon on toast was a big hit. Angeline was incredible super cheerful and friendly. On average each plate was around ~20 dollars per pax before tip with generous portions. For dinner we had the dinner buffet. Although the selection was smaller than anticipated we thoroughly enjoyed our experience. The highlight was the prime rib which was not chewy and the salad was to die for. We received great service yet again from Shannon and Marcus who were enthusiastic and attentive. Shannon even provided us recommendations for which route to take back to sf. There was live piano music which adds to the atmosphere.

Great hotel and the architecture with its history is wonderful. Loved the hospitality at the restaurant. Ordered for Salmon. It was very tasty and juicy. Kids loved the Chicken tenders. Highly recommend this place if you’re in Yosemite area.

I recently had dinner at the Ahwahnee Dining Room and while the night overall was memorable, it was thanks largely to the stunning atmosphere and the great company I was with. The grandeur of the historic hotel truly sets a tone of elegance and charm—the high ceilings, classic decor, and timeless beauty of the space made it feel special. However, a few elements detracted from the experience. While we dressed for the occasion, it was disappointing to see that the dress code was not consistently enforced. The lack of formality at many nearby tables took away from the sophisticated ambiance that the venue naturally provides. As for the food, it was unfortunately underwhelming. It wasn’t bad, but it lacked depth of flavor and the menu was more limited than I expected for such a renowned location. Service was another area that didn’t meet the mark. Our waitress was kind and genuinely tried her best, but it was clear she was under stress—likely a result of being understaffed, which seemed to be a theme across the room. The setting is truly one-of-a-kind and worth experiencing, but I hope the dining and service elements rise to meet the surroundings in future visits.

The room is beautiful and service was ok. What really disappointed was the food. We ordered 2 burgers cooked medium. The burgers were overcooked but the worst was that the fries were served completely cold and mushy. In a hotel of this level how can’t they even get a burger with fries right?

What can I say, I was so looking forward to dinner in the beautiful dining room having booked many months in advance. The room, stunning, our waitress efficient, courteous & engaging, piano player provided a pleasant atmosphere. The food however was quite an opposite story. Unremarkable & underwhelming start with the bread basket. Dry rolls & lacking in quality & freshness that you would expect for $8. French onion soup & salad fine but nothing spectacular. Main course of prime rib & hanger steak came out cold initially. Potatoes severally undercooked. When the meal was returned, came back having been obviously placed under a heat lamp. Yorkshire pudding burnt on top, steak recooked to well done & potatoes dry & hard. At $62 & $54 again I expected so much better. The best part of the meal was the glass of wine which indeed was delicious! Whilst the manager reduced the bill by taking off the coat of bread & soup & offered a dessert, it just didn't recover the night.

I read all of the reviews about how bad the food is so we decided to eat here for lunch and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The dining room is magnificent. It looks like the dining hall in the Harry Potter movies. The views from the huge windows are stunning. We had the salmon, burger, french dip sandwich, cauliflower appetizer and stuffed mushrooms. The salmon was good and the burger and french dip were decent. The cauliflower was actually very good, with dates, honey, and chili flakes. The mushrooms were bland. The service was ok. The waitstaff are nice enough but they make some mistakes and aren’t really professional. But it wasn’t bad enough to ruin the experience. I think that lunch is the way to go. It’s less expensive and you can enjoy the views outside. It was one of the highlights of our visit. If you’re not staying at the hotel plan to pay $10 for parking or take the shuttle from the welcome center. It’s a long walk from the village.

The setting is absolutely stunning—the dining room feels like something out of Harry Potter’s Great Hall or Beauty and the Beast. High timbered ceilings, stone walls, candle-like chandeliers, and live piano music set a magical atmosphere. Unfortunately, the food was a major letdown. Despite the fine-dining prices, the buffet menu was underwhelming and poorly executed. Most dishes lacked flavor, and the desserts were simply bad. It was quite disheartening, especially considering the grandeur of the place. Another downside was the inconsistent service. While some of the waitstaff were professional and attentive, others seemed undergroomed and unprepared, which detracted from the overall experience. If it weren’t for the charming piano music, this would have been a zero-star experience for me. I truly hope they improve the food—it wouldn’t take much, given how low the bar currently is. I came in with high expectations, and sadly, the meal didn’t come close to matching the setting.

This place seems to be called Curry Village Dining Pavilion also. The place looks recently renovated. It used to be more traditional dining hall fares and settings. It now provides a bit more diverse dinning options on the menu, which is still quite simple. It's mostly self service except you still need to pay the cashier. There are plenty of seats in the dining area so accommodating large crowd does not seem like an issue. The food quality is ok and the price is reasonable. The dining experience will not be the highlight of the trip but at least it is not bad either.

I guess we got lucky coming here. I didn’t check the reviews before we arrived, as I didn’t have any phone service, so I had no expectations beyond my initial experience. After reviewing the place, I felt a bit of relief that we didn’t share the same experiences as some of the other reviewers. Fortunately, when we (five people in total) came to eat after a long hike, it was on a Monday late afternoon! The place was practically empty, so there were no lines for pizza or drinks at the bar. We kept it simple and only ordered one pizza, choosing pepperoni and splitting it between all of us. The pepperonis were a bit crispy too, and had additional seasonings on top. We also grabbed two beers from the bar. I did notice a few people with more festive, extravagant pizza toppings, but the pepperoni was actually really good, and thankfully, none of us got sick! The Vernal Falls hike was much longer than expected, with a Mist Trail detour that made it even longer, so we were all glad to get the food quickly with no issues. I hope your experience is similar to ours and not like some of the others shared here!

Seven Tents in Yosemite National Park is a prime example of taking advantage of captive customers. Located in the Curry Village food court, this restaurant offers a limited menu of rotisserie chicken, pasta, and salads at high prices (given the poor quality of the food). The setup is cafeteria-style – you grab a tray, pick your food, pay at the counter, and then find a seat. Utensils are a free-for-all on the wall behind the cashier. Seating is first-come, first-served, and cleanup is entirely on you. Expect leftover food and dirty dishes on tables, especially during peak hours (which, in my case, was a packed summer night at 8:30 pm). Now, onto the most disappointing part – the food itself. I opted for the white sauce pasta with vegan meatballs, a whopping $15+ for a dish that was a culinary disaster. The pasta was severely undercooked, the sauce was barely a whisper, and the vegan meatballs were dry and flavorless. They offered a red sauce pasta with regular meatballs as well, but considering this experience, I wouldn't risk it. The only saving grace, and even that's a maybe, is the free wifi – but only if you're staying at Curry Village and have the magical promotion code they neglect to share anywhere. Overall, Seven Tents is a frustrating experience. Unless you're starving and have absolutely no other options, avoid it. Go to the pizza place right outside. I'd rather wait in line for that than go back to this restaurant.

Contributing to the previous review of Curry Village, I'm here to give my opinion of the on-site lunch restaurant. One of the employees unfriendlyly invited us to leave because it was 9:59 and they closed at 10:00, and there were still people ordering. Of course, the opening hours are understandable, but not the way she "invited" us to leave. The next day we went back earlier, but we were caught off guard by the same woman arguing with another family about the amount of food to serve a child, although the mother offered to pay more for a larger amount of food for her hungry son ( The woman didn’t serve more food for him ). If you plan to have breakfast here, I recommend going to the Yosemite Valley Lodge, which is cheaper and you can order from a kiosk machine without the rudeness of the staff.

I really dislike leaving bad reviews, but I feel it’s important to share my experience. I ate breakfast here two days in a row. The food was fine, but the service was consistently unpleasant. On the first day, the man serving breakfast (wearing sunglasses) was very rude to me. When I didn’t ask in the “right” way, he actually shouted at me. The next day, the same thing happened again with a young woman serving. Both times, I felt disrespected and uncomfortable. Finally, when I paid, the cashier was also rude. He seemed patient and friendly with white customers, but not with me, which was very disappointing. Yosemite is such a beautiful and welcoming place, but unfortunately my experience at this restaurant was the opposite. I hope management addresses this, because no one should be treated this way.

We go to Yosemite every year once or twice. This was our place to eat. They always had a choice of fish, chicken and beef or pork with lots of different sides of great vegetables, a dinner roll with butter. A great salad bar, the still have that. Now no fish and no sides of vegetables, no dinner roll. I don't eat any other meat except fish. I loved all of there vegetables. Now we bring our own food and cook. I loved not needing to pack so much food and having to cook. Bring back the old menu Please. Or add fish and sides of vegetables. Thank you!

Came through for breakfast and dinner, October 3-5 (2025); Simple faire as last time for both mealtimes. Would have shelled out for more special dishes, but there was nothing different on Saturday compared to Friday. Food was not bad though, just simple.

Wawona Restaurant is a great stop for lunch or dinner, and one does not have to stay at the hotel to dine. The service was very friendly and attentive. The menu is rather limited and the food was just alright, but it was a good value. The location is great and the atmosphere is older but comfortable.

Food was delicious here! Open daily, breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Menu changes slightly every day. Make sure to make reservations in advance for dinner! Reservations can be made at the front desk.

Convenient if you're staying at the hotel. We weren't too hungry so we shared a couple appetizers. They were nice to offer to cut our wedge salad in half for us and serve on separate plates. The picture is just half the wedge salad.

I had a very disappointing experience at this restaurant. The most glaring issue was the complete lack of urgency from the staff. Despite arriving before two other tables, we were consistently overlooked. It was frustrating to watch those other tables get served before us. To make matters worse, I requested milk for my coffee on three separate occasions, and each time it was blatantly ignored. As a result, my coffee got cold due to the staff's negligence. The quality of the food was equally disappointing. My French toast had a strange onion-like taste, which makes me suspect it might have been placed on the same grill as other ingredients. Overall, this was far from a restaurant experience I would recommend. It left me with a feeling of frustration and disappointment, and I would advise others to steer clear Doing this review while waiting for my family to finish eating. I'm still at the table impressed with this experience. I better go hiking quick to forget about this place. 😤 never let bad experiences to ruin your day!!!

We stopped in on whim because of how charming the building was! Beautiful old building. The dining room was nice, clean and spacious. We had excellent service. Our drinks were always full and our food was brought promptly.

This restaurant will take you back to years ago in its decor and feel. The menu is comfort food and its prices didn’t seem out of line with how remote the place is. My partner had the pot roast and loved it. I had the stuffed trout which was also good but a little overcooked for my liking. The service was fine although the dining room was hot. Liked it but ate at Yosemite Village our second night here.

We stopped by for lunch here at the Wawona Hotel dining room. The food was very good. The service was excellent. We loved the atmosphere, the historical settings and the scenery. It was a wonderful lunch experience.

Grilled Ahi was surprisingly great. We ordered a medium rare steak, but it came out a bit medium. Burger was also good if a little dry. Still a great place to get some good food if you are in Oakhurst. Staff were very quick and friendly as well.

Food was great! In fact, it was amazing! Everything was perfectly cooked. Service was good! Server was very nice and polite. Unfortunately, it was so loud at this place. There weren't even that many people overall, I just think it might have terrible acoustics. It was almost impossible to have a conversation. The only other thing worth noting was the front desk/seating staff. The lady was kind of rude to us, and barely said hello. It seemed like a huge inconvenience that she had to seat people.

What a dinner! My family, friends and I were heading out from the Yosemite National Park, and we decided to stop by this place to eat dinner. The wait was pretty quick, didn't take too long to get a table for our group of 9. We sat down and was greeted by the waiter very quickly. She was very polite and nice to us. Our food came out very fast, and the portion sizes were very big for how much we paid! The food tasted absolutely incredible. I got the single best western burger, and my dad got the double. Be warned, the double is absolutely ginormous! Everything tasted amazing, and we were all nice and full. If you're in the area, I'd definitely recommend checking this place out! Amazing service, amazing food, very nice place. 5 Stars. 100% recommend.

It was so good we went back the next night. All food was excellent except the oysters which my wife described as bland. The first night I had the 1LB burger, yes, that was a pound of meat in the picture. It was truly delicious. I didn’t take photos the next night and had the chicken Marsala which was very good. Reasonable prices and excellent service.

The restaurant is in the Best Western Hotel and is open to the public. When we visited they were VERY busy and we did not have a reservation, but got given a table fairly quickly. The front of the house worked very efficiently with the waiters. The food arrived in a very reasonable time and it was awesome. The waiters were all very nice. We visited already 10 years ago and it was awesome then, it is nice to see they are still awesome. Definitely recommended if in Oakhurst!

Everything we ordered is so GOOD! Pesto pasta has actual pine nuts. There’s so much shrimp and chicken in the Jambalayan pasta. Chicken piccata, coconut shrimp, and trailer park fries are yum! Clam chowder is a tiny bit salty but pairing with the sourdough is perfect! The serve local draught beer - pecan brown ale is one of a kind too!

Staff are very friendly and helpful, menu selection was great and cocktails weren't overly expensive. Margarita is on point and highly recommended. We got the clam chowder and seafood pasta. Both were fantastic I'd definitely recommend this place for a good feed

Came on a Monday after a hike, later in the afternoon around 4, which I think helped make it less busy. We kept it simple and only ordered one pizza, choosing pepperoni and splitting it between all of us. The pepperonis were a bit crispy too, and had additional seasonings on top, which made them really tasty. I did notice a few people with more festive, extravagant pizza toppings, but the pepperoni was delicious, and thankfully, none of us got sick, as I read some people did on reviews! The Vernal Falls hike was much longer than expected, with a Mist Trail detour that made it even longer, so we were all glad to get the food quickly with no issues, and we ate inside the food court vs outside because it was hotter, and fewer tables were available.

Replace all those lost calories with this hot delicious pizza! This hit the spot! It's on the thicker side so if you prefer thin crust, this may not be it for you. Overall it was still really good!

I went to Yosemite last July. The line was long at 7-ish on Monday evening, and it indeed moved fast. The waiting for the food took about half an hour. The medium size of a fresh Half Dome was delicious and perfect for two women having small stomachs. We weren’t able to finish it and brought a half for the next-day breakfast. When we heated it up on the grill in the morning, it tasted great and the topping was still crispy! This pizza place is a must if you are visiting in Yosemite!

The pizzas were delicious but quite oily. We had to wait around 1 hr from starting the line until getting the pizza. Probably 20-30 min of waiting for waiting after ordering, good thing they give you a buzzer and it will let you know when it’s ready. Not many tables to sit and can be quite loud depending on how crowded curry village is

This pizza is absolutely delicious! It really surpasses many of the other brands out there. We chose to order online ahead of time to avoid the long wait, and it made the experience much more enjoyable.

We earned this pizza after a steep and long hike up to vernal falls. Very very busy place, but thankfully found out I could order online and skip the ordering line. Pizza was so good and worth the wait. Got ice cream while we waited (dessert first!) from the general store around the corner. Setting for dinner was breathtaking under the giant Yosemite cliffs towering over us.

Walk-up pizza. Nice deck seating if you can find something available. More seating inside. Mixed green salad was good but had a lot of kale. Large pizza have everyone in family at least one slice. There were pie pans by menu board to give example. We got half all meat option and half bacon pineapple.

The pulled pork sandwich is awesome. The employees here are equally awesome. Just make sure to keep the front door closed. Green and purple bus stop 2 is very close.

I think your experience will vary depending on WHEN you visit. I went twice. Once when it was slower 1 day, and once when it was busy another day. The non-busy day it was an average experience. 3/5 stars at best. Nothing special. Not bad, not good. If you visit when it's busy, this place falls apart. They become rude, impatient, unhelpful and the food was significantly worse. Additionally, the second time I visited their fryers were broke, so they could basically only serve burgers and a few others things. I understand that things break and stuff happens, that's life, but that does not excuse the absolute terrible customer service experienced at the front counter. I watched 3 people walk out the door pissed off and saying stuff about the place while I was in line to get inside. I only realized after I ordered why they were upset. I will be back to Yosemite to visit, but I surely will not be back to this place.

This restaurant is at shuttle stop 2 in the park. I had the basket of chicken tenders, if you have a basket then you can either choose to have it with fries or a watermelon wedge. The watermelon was so juicy and sweet, the chicken tenders were a little dry though which let it down slightly. You collect food from inside and then sit outside to eat under umbrella tables. The area can look very busy but there’s a fast turnaround on tables so don’t be put off if you can’t immediately see a free table.

Good restaurant behind the welcome centre, there can be long queues during peak times. Wait times are not too bad, the service is good and food looks good. We ordered 3 French fries as a little snack for lunch. Ordering at the counter was fine and waiting for our order was ok, no problems. Nice place for lunch with outdoor seating.

The Village Grill in the valley serves delicious French fries 🍟 and refreshing Coca Cola 🥤 — perfect for a quick snack. You can also fill up your water vessel there, which is really handy in the 100° F heat. The only downside was the very long queue, so be prepared to wait during busy times.

Honestly can’t fault the food or service. We went on a busy Friday and ordered the chicken tenders, pulled pork sandwich, onion rings and fries. We really enjoyed our food- it was hot, tenders were crispy and chicken moist. The fries and sandwich were also great. The onion rings were also really crisp and hot when we got them. It took less than 10 mins for food for 4 people to come out. Server was friendly and patient. Not to mention the food was really reasonably priced especially considering where you are. Will be visiting again.

It’s not a “Grill” if the grill is a microwave. For being at Yosemite National Park, one of the most beautiful places on earth, their food is extremely bland and mediocre. I got an angus burger and my partner got the chili. The chili was good! But this burger… I actually received the food maybe within 10 seconds of ordering it, which means it was either microwaved, or they had cooked more and the burger was just sitting there. To be honest, I think it was both. It was cold and had the texture of school cafeteria burgers. Very basic; tasteless; weird texture; cold. I did not enjoy it at all. I do have to say, the fries are actually okay! Overall, you have no other food options other than this restaurant if you don’t have your own food, so just stay away from the burger and you will be okay.

Traveling through Oakhurst, we stopped to have a little lunch on a Saturday, and it was absolutely delightful. We had a wine tasting, a couple of sandwiches with phenomenal salads, and we would definitely be back again. The service was super pleasant, and it's pet friendly.

It was such a wonderful and happy time. It was our first trip to the West Coast with my parents, and after long, tiring days of driving, this experience made it all worthwhile. Every dish was prepared with such care, and the excellent wine and outstanding service made it truly unforgettable. Thank you for giving us such a memorable experienc

This is an absolute must visit, the winery to the food. We had the best experience! We love you guys Teri

This place is truly a hidden gem in the mountains. We had a delicious and wonderful dinner here with a really great staff and wine! I believe Jamie was the waitress we had and they were extremely helpful and friendly. The wine was great, a lot of grape varietals I enjoy that they made into blends which was refreshing to try. We had a few shareables, all really yummy and then the ribeye as our main meal, also great. We then shared the special dessert, a fresh apple pie—so good!! They also have some house cats on the property that were very friendly and made the place feel more homely. Wish we had come earlier to do a tasting but highly suggest coming for dinner, fresh and delicious!!

Delicious, amazing, definitely go if you are anywhere close! We were staying at the Queen’s Inn and I’m so glad we choose to have dinner here. Service was great in addition to the food. Price seemed very reasonable, we paid just over $100 for appetizer, 2 entrees & a bottle of wine. Most of the seating is outside in a cute shaded patio.

Please visit this place if you are nearby! My boyfriend and I stopped in for lunch. We each got the wine tasting, spicy Margherita flatbread, papas, and the torte! Each wine in the tasting just kept getting better and the reds paired fantastically with the torte! The flatbread and papas were a perfect shareable size. We walked out a little tipsy and completely full. We can't wait to visit the next time we are out in Oakhurst again!

I wish I could rate Idle Hour higher than just 5 stars because they are just that exceptional!! My wife and I chose to host our dinner reception for our elopement on the patio and we couldn’t have made a better choice. Jen was amazing to work with throughout the planning process and took the time to talk with us as we planned everything from Texas. She executed our vision perfectly and even provided linens for the tables and flowers that fit into our color scheme. She personally cut and served our wedding cake to our guests and provided a speaker so we could have music while we dined. That was just the service. The FOOD was the star of the show!! Everyone raved about how amazing everything tasted. We had a grazing table set up for cocktail hour, then garden and Caesar salads, focaccia bread with butter and olives, then freshly grilled chicken, ribeye, and shrimp accompanied by asparagus, house made chimichurri, and smoked romesco for dinner. I cannot stress enough just how delectable all of it was. No one left hungry and I can also say that the leftovers were amazing as well!! We even went back a few days later to purchase a bottle of wine to save for our anniversary. Whether you are in town visiting or looking for a lovely spot to host a private dinner, Idle Hour is a must!

We LOVED 1850 Restaurant!!! We were here for Memorial Day weekend and stopped in for dinner both nights. Not only was the service amazing- but the food was incredible as well! Even though it was definitely a busy weekend, they had an efficient system where they'd give you a buzzer and you could hangout at the bar or in your car while waiting for an open table. The outdoor seating was great both nights! The second night we were there, we had just finished exploring Yosemite NP and my fiance had proposed to me there!!! The waitresses were so sweet & excited for us and even gave us complimentary champagne. It was such a good day and 1850 restaurant made it such a special night! We will absolutely be stopping back in the next time we're in the area!

We probably got unlucky with our server since it took us more than an hour to get our food. She seemed to have forgotten about our order since the beer wasn’t even served for 30 minutes until we asked for it. The portions were decent but the taste is just ok, basically what you’d expect from a mid tier chain American restaurant. The salmon was cooked nicely quite tender. The fries were too salty and already kind of stale when they brought it out.

The food here was pretty good. I ordered the steak which was very flavorful and a decent portion size. I also got sweet potato fries which had a nice sweet/ salty seasoning and were perfectly crispy. We also ordered the artichoke dip which wasn’t amazing, it tasted mostly like cream cheese but it wasn’t bad. We also tried the burger which was decently good, nothing special but standardly good. The price was reasonable and overall I would recommend. There’s seating inside and out and some bar seating. The staff was nice but didn’t communicate that our appetizer would come out at the same time as our entree. The parking is limited but there is a semi- parking lot.

Small space, a bit expensive, and tried the Shroom burger and the Tri-Tip steak. We are split 50/50 - The Tri-Tip steak was not very good, but should have known BBQ sauce on a steak might take away from the steak. It was also very chewy. But the mashed potatoes were great! The burger - AMAZING! They really had lots of great fresh ingredients, great burger blend, and would absolutely eat the burger again!

We had dinner at the restaurant after we saw the hood rating. Mariposa is a small town with limited choices so after we saw the rating we decided to eat here. The food was ok, but the service is really bad. She must really hated her job. She never introduced herself. Whatever you ask her she just points to the menu. We waited 30 mins to get our food. Food is ok, nothing special, they don’t taste bad but also not spectacular. After she dropped the food and drinks off she never bothered to check back on us again. She walked by our table so many times and never bothered to check if we were ok with the food or if we finished. We sat there for at least 15 mins after we finished and tried couple times to make eye contacts with her she never bothered to look at us. Basically there is no service. And the last tip is don’t order drinks. They charge $8.50 for a small cup of lemonade. They give it a name called “half dome lemonade” that you pay $2.50 for the lemonade, $6.00 on the “half dome”. The picture shows the size of the $8.50 lemonade compared to the water glass. Such a ripoff. It’s a tourist town so they probably don’t care for return customers. Just want to give a true experience review for others. My advice is eat somewhere else.

Absolutely blown away by their shroom burger (medium rare). Will definitely come back for it again, (staff pls don’t change a thing about this). The fries were also really nice, great seasoning (not too salty), ketchup not needed. Sweet potato fries are standard. Shrimp Sando was good as well (not as amazing as the shroom burger though) Service was good 5/5, would come back

I visited 1850 Restaurant & Brewery in Mariposa and had the Tri Tip Steak – absolutely amazing! The meat was grilled to perfection, tender inside and nicely seared outside. The portion was generous, the mashed potatoes were creamy, and the barbecue sauce was simply outstanding. The service was very friendly and attentive. A great dining experience – highly recommended!

It's always a treat to stop here on the way home after a day in Yosemite National Park. They have great food and an excellent bar selection. Always have the best beers to choose from. The staff are always very accommodating and knowledgeable about the area. This property is gorgeous and is worth the stop. When heading home down Highway 120, you won't come to any other restaurant that's comparable until you reach Oakdale.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This place is absolutely beautiful! The manager, Deasia, was so helpful and friendly, she let us choose our seats, brought us water right away, and even gave my daughter a teddy bear to play with. Our server, Maddy, was super nice and attentive, and all the staff were smiling and welcoming. The food was amazing! I had four plates, and the chicken and waffles, salad, and salmon were my favorites. Such a great experience overall, and we’ll definitely be back!

Our experience was very nice however the food quality was quite below the level I would have expected. Chicken wings had very little seasoning and sauce and the two larger wings in the order were raw and cool in Temp.🤮. Our main meal was ok just ok. Presentation was poor and flavor was just average. The food just needed a little bit more attention to flavor, seasoning and presentation. The food quality seemed good and fresh.The restaurant was empty other than another family of four so I don't understand the issue. Employee's were very friendly and attentive. The interior was beautifuly rustic and spotless. Pricing was fair and portions were good to above average. I don't think I'll be back to the restaurant until I've heard some changes have been made.

We were in Yosemite on a Friday night and everything was crowded with 1 hour+ wait times. Drove out of the valley to this peaceful resort and was given a 10 minute wait. The kids played in the game room while we waited to be seated. The food was better than anything I’ve eaten in Yosemite valley. Portions were fair. My teenage son loved his El Capitan Bison burger and struggled to finish it. You are paying full Yosemite prices, but that’s part of California. Other favorites in the family were the salmon and the fish and chips. We have a celiac/gluten-free in the family and they were able to accommodate our needs.

Good food close to Yosemite Valley. We stopped here on the way back from firefall viewing, and the food was extremely delicious. We started with chicken wings and tomato soup. Both were very delicious. The wings are spicy and come with a side of celery. For the main course we ordered black bean burger(surprisingly delicious), Philly cheese steak and poke. Except poke the rest came with a side of fries and the burger also has pickle. We came in extremely hungry and the portion size was so big that we had leftovers.

Food was fine, but nothing I’d rate higher than “good.” It’s also a pretty room in a good location, which has led us to stop here a few times. Service on our last visit was atrocious, however. Our server (Dafinaa?) was totally indifferent to our table. Had trouble with our order. Wouldn’t split the check. Worse, we just could not get a refill on our drinks and our kids had to go to the bar just to get more lemonade — then even at the bar they first ignored our kids, and then me until I found a manager to step in. Really horrific as even our own waitress just stared at me when she came to the bar and ignored me when I said “excuse me,” although I can’t imagine how she noticed the empty cup. Upside is I didn’t have to pay for more drinks since she never came back to take an order for another round.

This place was like an oasis in the desert. Even if the west entrance of Yosemite Park is blocked, it's very important for me to be able to sit down and have a Guinness beer after the trail. Restaurants, shops and bars, outdoor bonfires and cute gardens are great. I think it's a good place to stop for a while and take a walk and rest

We have stayed at Housekeeping in Yosemite Valley 3 times now. Overall nice set up. Not Glamping really but comfortable camping. There is a double bed and a bunk bed along with a 3 tier shelfing in the inside enclosed area. Enclosed area is 3 cement walls, Canvas Roof and closed off front area by sliding tarps. There is a light and a single electrical socket inside the “tented” area. Right outside the “enclosed” part is a round picnic table and space between front of sleeping area and privacy fence. There is a metal shelf, another light and an 1 electrical outlet. You also have access to a fire-pit. Housekeeping also has a shower area and a laundry facility if needed. There is a small store, a rental area for chairs and bedding if needed. Each section of Housekeeping camp has its own bathroom area and sinks. They do keep these areas pretty clean overall. We booked a River unit and we were steps from the Merced River. They have bear boxes to lock up your food and anything that has a scent. These bear boxes are pretty roomy. Look on NPS website for dimensions. Nice place to stay if you don’t want to pitch a tent or sleep on the ground. Give it a try!

So many things you need here. Open 8-8pm. Coffee alcohol. Food. Snacks. Wood. Insect repellent. Ice cream. Milk eggs. Etc. postcards. Staff are super nice. 👍 Vending machine outside w limited stuff. Ice machine. Etc.

Excellent convenience store with food, camping items, gifts, and other supplies. Prices are fair for the convenience, but beers are excellently priced by the can for $1.50 to $3.50 for a great variety.

this store is amazing and i have so many childhood memories of spending hundreds of dollars there with my friends buying sodas and donuts for the week we were in yosemite. came back last year to find it closed due to covid and i really hope its opened back up. five stars for the cashier just letting a bunch of 10 year olds wander around looking at everything only to end up buying a 75 cent lollipop. love the place.

For what it is, where it is and when it operates, could not be happier. This is a mini-mart operated by Aramark in a National Park. The next closest mini-mart or grocery store not operated by Aramark is 20 miles away, and at least a 30 minute drive. And the prices there aren't a whole lot better. If you are here you are getting something minor that you ran out of: milk, cheese, bread, pasta, butter, eggs, etc. Or possibly a souvenir or maybe batteries, a map or possibly a memory chip for your phone or camera. (Think they still carry those.) The cost is what you would expect for the convenience. So for those reasons, 5 stars, staff are usually super friendly (especially compared to staff working front desk next door...). There is plenty of parking, entrance and parking are accessible. There is a bathroom nearby and those are accessible too. Takes credit cards and can buy stamps and post cards. Can't buy a bike here, but got just about any basic mini-mart item you could need and limited outdoor supplies (camping gear).

I haven't visited Yosemite for over 30 years. All my previous experiences were excellent except for getting caught in a huge rainstorm in the late '70's without a tent or camping gear. That was on me, and I have no negative reviews. Want to ask if anyone knows who owns the Village stores, besides Aramark and I know Curry's contracts expired. A family used to own a market, & I never thanked them for rescuing my butt from the deluge. Any suggestions?

Always courteous staff and so valuable to buy those little important things that I ran out of, or just plain forgot 🤔.