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    California Market Buffet

    3.3 (25 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    The blue and green plates are the Mongolian Barbecue.
    Codie H.

    We pass Chukchansi Casino on a regular basis, and we noticed some time ago that they had reopened the buffet style restaurant, calling it California Market Buffet. We used to kind of like the previous buffet, so we thought we'd stop and try it. The new offering is half the size of the old, but otherwise vey similar in ambiance. The service used to be pretty good, and that, too, is the same now. What's a little different is the food. There are several stations to choose from, but frankly most of them are not terribly appetizing. The salad station consisted of the type you'll find at your local pizza restaurant. Speaking of pizza, the Italian food station was several tepid pizzas and some damp pasta with bottled sauces. The fried chicken was a little tough, but the carving station looked like it might be OK. We didn't try that this trip. Even the desert station was just average, and some of the deserts were a little stale. The exception to the rule is the Mongolian Barbecue station! The vegetables were crisp and fresh, the sauces were interesting and tasty, and the amount of meat provided was very generous. You load your plate, they add your meat of choice, and then cook it all while you watch! It's fun, and tasty, and worth the trip all by itself! We'll go back, and this station is the reason why!

    Salad bar
    Larry D.

    I remember enjoying this buffet before the pandemic, so we decided to go for Sunday brunch. It was a letdown. Nothing was great, and many items just seemed old and dry. The Mongolian grill I had made was so oily that I couldn't eat it. The staff did a great job refilling drinks and clearing plate, and the salad bar was good, but I just don't see us returning.

    Chow main with bacon and egg potato
    Miguel Angel M.

    Love this buffet excellent attention as well as service and at a really good price, food is delicious

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    Diana S.

    My friend suggested I give it another try, we went during breakfast hours and honestly, breakfast is Way better than lunch/dinner. Alsooo I did noticed the cheesecake I got was sugar free, which it explains why it was not the best. I did try their birria during lunch hours and it was pretty good. Breakfast is where it's at

    Jill M.

    Not sure what the fuss is about, but we enjoyed our dinner on a busy July 4th weekend. Came on a Friday night for crabs and prime rib. About $35 pp with member card and $39 for non-members. Prime rib was honestly cooked well. Seafood was fresh. It is what I expect from a buffet. Plenty of choices for everyone, and our server Michael was really attentive and refilled our beverages multiple times. I know that they have just recently opened, but I applaud the establishment.

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    Sierra Seafood Specialties - 2024 Jan 2: lobster bisque

    Sierra Seafood Specialties

    4.7(23 reviews)
    8.6 mi

    Sierra Seafood, Oakhurst: 2025 Dec 31 - 2026 Jan 1 (5 of 5)…read more Cooking at home can be a major reward, especially when you have a seafood market near you. We are so lucky to find 'gold' at the end of the rainbow - I'm talking about edible 'gold'. Sierra Seafood is a wholesale and retail fish market. Oh, yes, you can smell the seafood when you enter the market. With over 30-years of experience, they are staffed with friendly and helpful men (I haven't run into a woman staff there). Their seafood include salmon, halibut, swordfish, tuna, crab, shrimp and much more. We got 2 beautiful lobster legs to ring in the new year. The lobster legs were fresh and beautiful. Eating home looked like luxury when you create lovely dishes from fresh quality products. Audited and approved as a seafood supplier, they cater to the finest eateries around the area. Now, this is new to me: Sierra Seafood also deliver to your doorstep. How convenient can that be. We are so proud to showcase our cook from the purchase from Sierra Seafood in Oakhurst.

    Amazing service and the freshest quality seafood! I go nearly every week and sometimes more. This…read moreis not just for big businesses! Weather you want 1lb of fresh salmon or 50lbs of fresh Halibut Sierra seafood is the place to go!!

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    Sierra Seafood Specialties - Sierra Seafood, Oakhurst: 2025 Dec 31 - 2026 Jan 1 (the lobster is the star)

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    Sierra Seafood Specialties - 2025 Jun: Sierra Seafood, Oakhurst *halibut topped with avocado, steamed green beans

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    Vintage Steakhouse - Lobster Mac & cheese

    Vintage Steakhouse

    4.3(175 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$$

    Vintage Steak House, Coarsegold: 2026 Jun 7 (4.72 of 5)…read more Vintage Steakhouse is one of our go-to eateries. We're celebrating our 35th year wedding anniversary here. From the time we stepped in and was greeted by the friendly hostess to the time we left, we were genuinely pleased with the staff here. I ordered the Tasting Menu and my hubby ordered French Onion Soup, Oscar Stryle & Prime Rib from their main menu. TASTING MENU: Amuse Bouche (watermelon gazpacho shooter): Refreshing way to awaken the palate. (5 of 5) Seared Sea Scallops (seared scallops, honey dijon aioli, citrus caviar beurre blanc): The crisp, caramelized crust of the scallops opens up to a luxurious naturally sweet and juicy interior. The scallops had depth of flavour, and the citrus shines through. It's buttery without any fishiness. The asparagus pieces were cooked through but still maintain its crunch. Everything works on this plate. (5 of 5) Chef Victor (sic) Pan Roasted Salmon (seared salmon preserved lemon beurre blanc, salmon chicharron, dill oil): The fish was beautifully seasoned and the sauce complemented the fish. What a perfect match - lemon beurre blanc and dill oil. The topper was bland but the sauce makes up for it. I could lick up the sauce - it's that good. (4.75 of 5) Chef Eli (sic) Filet Mignon (7 oz sliced filet mignon steak, carrot puree, oyster mushrooms, bordelaise sauce, crispy parsnip): A good filet mignon should melt-in-your-mouth because it comes from the softest, lean meat cut. My medium rare order was nearly there but the meat arrived cold. The carrot puree is vibrant in color - has a smooth, naturally sweet, earthy taste, and balanced perfectly with the meat. The mushrooms were over salted but was helped by the sweet smooth carrot puree. The cold meat brought an otherwise perfect score down. (4.5 of 5) Chef Jose (sic) White Chocolate Mousse (callebaut belgium white chocolate mousse filled with raspberry gel on top of a sacher torte sponge with fresh raspberries and chantilly cream): When I think of chocolate mousse, I think delicate, light, airy, cloud-like melt-in-your-mouth yumminess. This didn't have that. The dome was a hard shell. Though the presentation aced on this dessert, the texture and flavour did not quite live up to its name. (3.5 of 5) French Onion Soup: This is the ultimate comfort food. It offers a bold harmony of sweet, caramelized onions and rich, savoury beef broth, crowned with a thick layer of gooey, toasted cheese. Very satisfying. (5 of 5) SURF n TURF: Prime Rib 12 oz: The medium rare meat was beautiful to look at but not quite as brilliant to eat. Overall, this is a tasty dish but was quite chewy. They aced the sauce. (4.25 of 5) Oscar Style Crab: The Oscar-style crab béarnaise sauce combines the sweet, flaky texture of crabmeat with a warm, velvety French emulsion of butter, egg yolks, and herbs. It's luxurious, rich flavour is complex and decadent but balanced. Great harmony. So indulgent! (5 of 5) Our server, Steven is amiable but not in your face, which we truly appreciate. Steven radiates warmth and good-natured charm. (5 of 5) We were seated at a table but changed our seating to bar-side. They have an open-kitchen concept. From there, we could see who's cooking our meal and watch the seamless quiet communication and the care each chef takes in presenting the dishes. Sam, who worked on the salads was friendly and truly a genius in balancing the different textures and flavours together. (5 of 5) The complimentary bread came warm and tasted fresh. We were also presented with a complimentary dessert with the words "Happy Anniversary" written on the plate. (5 of 5) Mixed Drinks: Very good mix by bartender George. (5 of 5)

    Vintage Steakhouse located in Chucksani Gold. Me and boo made an impromptu visit to casino…read more Reservations highly recommended! Ron was our waiter and he was great! Courtney was the hostess and we really appreciate her accommodation. The steakhouse had an open kitchen and dining room was dimmed and very lovely We started with a raspberry lemon drop and a glass of red. For appetizers we ordered: Crab Cakes: 9/10 yummy but wished it was portioned for 2 French onion soup: 10/10, rich but not overwhelming. Delicious! Caesar Salad: 8/10, should have asked for dressing on the side For entrees: Tomahawk: 8.5/10 delicious and enjoyed the steak sauce Bone in ribeye: 9/10, solid, should just order 2 but the tomahawk was a must after a good night at the slots Sides: 10/10 garlic mash, good flavor not overwhelming 10/10 Onion Fries 8/10 risotto, good flavor and really enjoyable for non risotto eating people They ran out of the brussel sprouts Admittedly me and my boo tend to be over order-ers, but leftovers were great! Really good quality food especially tucked in a casino. The prices were fair but reasonable for where it was located. This was the best meal (aside from home cooked) that we had during our trip!

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    Vintage Steakhouse - Ambience! Maybe a little on the dark side but nice and relaxing.

    Ambience! Maybe a little on the dark side but nice and relaxing.

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    Vintage Steakhouse - Surf and turf

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    Noh'O Cafe - Make your own omelette

    Noh'O Cafe

    3.4(115 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    Food is always great here! They offer a little bit of everything from breakfast, lunch & dinner…read more Portions are huge, you literally can share a plate with 2-3 people if you're not that hungry. Staff are friendly and very attentive, I don't think we ever had a bad service here. It wasn't busy on a Monday late afternoon, we were seated right away. It's pretty spacious and I believed they have an extended back area for days when it gets crowded. Atmosphere feels like you did stepped away from your usual dinning.

    This morning before checking out, we decided to have breakfast at Noah's Cafe. We have been there…read moremany times but for some reason the Manager, Gabby was unprofessional in her seating of customers. We asked for a booth, but mentioned that a gentleman had been seated to the right and therefore she couldn't double seat (whatever that meant). Anyway, the gentleman who she had referred to had already received his meal and was eating. If she meant that he requested the booth but was already eating and didn't seem to care for moving, it was open. She also stated "we can have a seat and wait". Wait for what? The booth was open! I didn't hesitate to state "forget it!" and walked away. In the meantime another booth became available, but needed to wait until it was cleaned, which immediately it was. It bothered her that we were seated in the 2nd booth, and I don't know why. My sister and I are recent retired psychiatric nurses and are very observant to body language and behaviors. She was pissed! My question to the higher ups is, how did she become manager? Please check her because she failed in the hospitality department. Sincerely, Two Frequent Visitors

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    Noh'O Cafe - Steak and eggs

    Steak and eggs

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    Nativo's - Clam pasta! So good.

    Nativo's

    3.9(59 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    We had been wanting to try this place for a while, and now I'm disappointed we waited so long…read more Matthew was our server and provided exceptional service from start to finish. The food and prices both completely exceeded our expectations. I ordered the lasagna, and my wife had the shrimp scampi. The shrimp were absolutely huge, and the portions for both dishes were more than generous. The lasagna was exactly the style I love -- not overly soupy, with perfectly cooked noodles and great flavor throughout. We also ordered a caprese salad and four adult beverages, and our total bill was only around $100, which was surprisingly reasonable for the quality and portion sizes. We'll definitely be coming back.

    We recently dined at Nativo's Italian Restaurant at Chukchansi Casino in Coarsegold and…read moreunfortunately had a very disappointing experience. The food was bland and lacked flavor across the board. My daughter's chicken was poorly trimmed and had visible fat on it. My own meal didn't arrive with the rest of the table because the wrong plate was brought out, and it had to be remade. By the time I received my correct dish, everyone else was halfway through their meal. Service was also lacking. We had to ask multiple times for drink refills, and there was no acknowledgment, apology, or attempt to make things right after the delays and food issues. For a restaurant that is only open limited hours each week, we expected a much higher level of quality and attention. Sadly, this was one of the worst Italian dining experiences we've had. We hope management takes steps to improve both food quality and customer service.

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    Nativo's - Omelette Station

    Omelette Station

    Nativo's - Crab and shrimp

    Crab and shrimp

    Nativo's - Sunset views from restaurant

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    Sunset views from restaurant

    Ducey's on the Lake - Fried chicken

    Ducey's on the Lake

    3.9(820 reviews)
    10.7 mi
    $$

    Our party of 4 had an 1130A reservation, and I called an hour in advance we would be a bit late…read more Although the restaurant closed at 12 noon, she noted it and said our reservation would gladly be accepted in Ducey's Bar & Grill. Since it was our first time in Bass Lake, we needed a map from the hotel front desk to find our way. Please view my map photo since it is nestled in the middle of lodging. Unfortunately, upon arrival, we were informed a 45-minute to 1-hour wait for a table. Perturbingly and hungrily, we waited. Our drink order included Modelo Michelada, Peach Lemonade, juice, and milk. Ordered the Ducey's Salad, a Philly Cheesesteak, a Carne Asada Protein Bowl, and 2 kids meals. Loved my protein bowl and peach lemonade. We enjoyed our food and dining experience, and we would love to return. Reiterating this review on Bar & Grill.

    This place only gets 3 stars because of the view. We requested outdoor seating, was told it would…read moreonly be 5-10 minutes but ended up waiting 20 minutes. When we were seated we were then told that the kitchen was extremely backed up and it wouldn't be another 45+ minutes until they can even take our order. Thankfully they were able to take our drink order first so we got to enjoy the view. We were starving by the time we finally got our food, everything was fried since we decided to get their sampler platter and fried calamari. The food was pretty decent, I think I just got sick of it pretty fast because everything felt very heavy. I would probably only come back for the views next time I'm in the area, and get some drinks and light apps!

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    Ducey's on the Lake - Entrance to the formal dining area.

    Entrance to the formal dining area.

    Ducey's on the Lake - Side Salad with Ranch 4/5 Stars

    Side Salad with Ranch 4/5 Stars

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    Our view to the left

    Pismo's Coastal Grill - Ponzu salmon

    Pismo's Coastal Grill

    3.9(2.6k reviews)
    25.4 mi
    $$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Kid friendly

    We visited Pismo's to celebrate my grandmother's 91nd birthday, and the entire experience was…read morewonderful. The food was absolutely fabulous, but what truly made the evening special was our waitress, Anne. Anne has a cheerful, professional personality that immediately made us feel welcome. She was attentive, friendly, and helped make our family celebration feel extra special. She checked on us throughout the meal, anticipated our needs, and always did so with a genuine smile. Celebrating a 92nd birthday is a memorable occasion, and Anne played a big part in making it such a joyful experience. Outstanding service, delicious food, and a warm atmosphere--we couldn't have asked for a better evening. Thank you, Anne, and the entire Pismo's team for helping us create such a special memory for Grandma! Happy 91nd Birthday to Grandma! What a wonderful milestone to celebrate with family.

    Pismo's looks like the kind of place where seafood should be the easy choice. Unfortunately, almost…read moreall the seafood we ordered was disappointing. QUICK TAKE Get: Blackened Salmon Tacos Skip: Ultimate Combo Louie, Shrimp Cocktail, Grilled Alaskan Halibut Know: Several of the seafood dishes tasted dry or tired, and the meal did not feel worth the price. The only thing I would recommend is the Blackened Salmon Tacos. They come with fire-roasted salsa, avocado, cabbage-cilantro slaw, pico de gallo and lime crema. These had much better flavor, texture, and balance than the rest of our meal. Unfortunately, the other seafood was where things really fell apart. Ultimate Combo Louie: This comes loaded with jumbo prawns, shrimp and Dungeness crab, so at $38 I expected it to feel like a premium seafood salad. It didn't. The seafood lacked freshness and the shrimp in particular were soft and soggy. Shrimp Cocktail: Probably the most disappointing item. The shrimp tasted old and had a limp, waterlogged texture instead of being firm and fresh. Grilled Alaskan Halibut: At $42, this should have been one of the highlights. Instead, the fish was dry and overcooked, which is especially frustrating with a piece of halibut at this price. Hoisin Brussels Sprouts: Way too sweet for me. The sweetness completely overwhelmed the Brussels sprouts instead of complementing them.

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    Pismo's Coastal Grill - Popping on a Friday night!

    Popping on a Friday night!

    Pismo's Coastal Grill - Lunch!!

    Lunch!!

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    Ahi Tuna Sashimi appetizer is the bomb!!! And of course the cocktail drinks

    Kyoto Kafe - Rainbow roll

    Kyoto Kafe

    3.1(216 reviews)
    8.9 mi
    $$

    In the photo I ordered a Crunch Crab Roll and Fried California Roll. The Crunchy Crab Roll we…read moreprobably one of (if not the best) crunchy crab rolls I have eaten. BOMB! 100% recommend. The second roll I believe got mistaken for the tempura roll as it has tempura pieces inside and next to the roll. It was really good still! Next time I hope to try to fried california roll. Lastly, my friend got a chicken teriyaki bento box. The chicken was very well seasoned and soft. Totally recommend as well for their fair pricing! Service was quick and kinda staff.

    Kyoto Kafe was excellent. We tried a little bit of everything since they serve both Japanese and…read moreKorean food, and everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. We ordered several sushi rolls, although a few of the ones we wanted were sold out. We also wanted the kalbi, which was sold out, so we went with the bulgogi plate instead. That ended up being a great choice. The bulgogi was really good, and the entire plate was about the same price as one sushi roll, so it was also a great value. The fish tasted incredibly fresh, especially the sashimi. The tuna sashimi was probably one of the standouts because it tasted so fresh. Between the sushi, sashimi, and Korean food, we tried a pretty good variety of the menu, and everything was dead-on. I'm half-Korean, so I've got a pallet for Korean. All of the sushi was fresh, flavorful, and really well prepared. I'm genuinely surprised to see any one-star reviews because our experience was fantastic. We really enjoyed our meal and would absolutely come back. Highly recommend Kyoto Kafe!

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    Kyoto Kafe - Early before dinner rush!

    Early before dinner rush!

    Kyoto Kafe - Ikur, tobiko, shrimp, octopus, yellow tail sushi mix

    Ikur, tobiko, shrimp, octopus, yellow tail sushi mix

    Kyoto Kafe

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    South Gate Brewing Company - Hula Pork Fries.  Delicious!

    South Gate Brewing Company

    4.1(1.9k reviews)
    8.7 mi
    $$

    Everything was AWESOME! Hostesses who greeted us, Heather…read moreour server, food and beer were great. Best way to end our trip in Yosemite. Our family had fish tacos and chimay beer, fish and chips orale beer, and beet salad with coke. My fish on the tacos were perfectly lightly battered and probably better than home (Tucson). My husband fish and chips, we're outstanding. His beer battered fish was on point, Tarter sauce so good and fries you couldn't stop eating. I stole at least half. My daughter loved her beet salad with fresh homemade ricotta. If in Oakhurst stop here. It will not disappoint.

    Came right before dinner rush, so it was easy to get seated and food was fast. The fries here have…read morealways been a highlight being crispy! I got the smash burger which was good. I think I'd personally prefer an actually patty so I can get medium instead of smashed which is more medium-well or well done. The smash fries were also good. Partner said the fried ended up getting pretty soggy since a lot of sauce ended up on the bottom. I personally liked them. Ingredients all tasted fresh. Odd thing to stand out, but the Coke here was so good. It's rare to get a really good Coke now and days, but this was perfect. Server was good and friendly. The space is very bar like and a little dark for my liking, but hey that's me. Still will come by after every trip here:) thank you for the fresh ingredients and friendliness.

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    South Gate Brewing Company
    South Gate Brewing Company - Chicken Alfredo pasta or something like that. Good!

    Chicken Alfredo pasta or something like that. Good!

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