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    Cold Rush Cafe

    4.7 (34 reviews)
    Open 7:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Jen C.

    On our way to an Underground Gold Mine, there was an ice cream shop so cute and divine. In the city of Downieville of all places where peeps had friendly faces. The lady at Cold Rush was so sweet and jolly She let us have many samples - oh golly! All the flavors were so yummy! We shared two scoops - I'm no dummy! Salted Caramel and Peanut Butter OOh my eyes started to flutter So creamy and delicious I became almost capricious The girls shared two scoops as well. Were they in a spell? Yes, this review is pretty lame But wouldn't you feel the same? If there's nothing much to say but it makes you happy and gay?

    The town whistle next to the Cold Rush downtown Downieville.
    L V.

    Stopped in for a cup of fresh brewed tea and was thrilled to discover their expansion into groceries. Not just any groceries, really yummy stuff. Craft local cheeses, honey, pastas, sauces, crackers... all sorts of fun items to put together a tasty picnic or easy meal. Michelle behind the counter was super helpful. I will definitely be back!

    Michelle was so awesome and kind to us. We will be coming back just to see her..
    James H.

    We loved this place so much, we felt like we were part of the family. Michelle was so kind to us, we will definitely be coming back year after year to visit with her.

    Panini is fire!! Michelle was awesome! Highly recommend.

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    10 months ago

    Excellent service & quality goods. Forgot decaf coffee and they not only sold us a pound but also ground it for us. Highly recommend.

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    Mike M.

    Love it! Thanks for the wonderful poem and for your business!

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    10 months ago

    Awesome place to start your day! Good sandwiches, ice cream, and coffee. Friendly staff, and great service. Would recommend!

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    3 years ago

    Michelle was amazing and full of history of the town! Coffee is great, ice cream is a must! Make sure to stop by when you're in town!

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    We are so glad you enjoyed your visit, Michelle! Come back any time.

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    3 years ago

    Very friendly staff and clean space. Michelle made me the best coffee milkshake of my life!

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    Thank you so much Michelle!

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    3 years ago

    Michelle is the best! so gracious and friendly! The dirty iced chai is fantastic! What a clean refreshing stop this cafe is

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    Michelle is amazing! Had a great time at cold rush would recommend. Great service! Very personable

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    4 years ago

    Great coffee and a wide variety of products to choose from. The gift shop attached is super cute!

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    6 years ago

    I stop there today for a cup of coffee. What horrible experience cold coffee over price only credits cards so stupid

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    The Ridge Cafe - Gracie sandwich with home-made potato salad & tomato-end parasol! The extra touch was so nice!

    The Ridge Cafe

    4.3(66 reviews)
    19.8 mi
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    Took a chance but not really! Haha It's a twisty drive but it was fun to hit the road and drive…read moresome place new. Headed to this small cafe as it has great reviews, and was pleasantly surprised! Nice staff recommended the house made blackberry foam. Not sweet and very good in iced coffee! Next time in the area, will stop again! There was a neighbors dog who joined us too! Friendly and just hanging out!

    This is one of those places. Small town cafes can go either way. If you're lucky, you'll find a gem…read moreand if not (insert poop emoji). The Ridge cafe was in the former category. The place was quaint in a very small town. On the inside, paintings and other interesting art scattered the walls, a few tables and a restroom with a fun bathtub garden. The display case at the front counter (where are you order food) featured some appetizing grab and go treats and bites such as peaches and cream muffins, various cookies, lemon bars, potato and a curry chicken salad. The woman at the counter was friendly and helpful with her recommendations. I had the NSJ Panini which was very tasty, it came with fries and coleslaw. I enjoyed everything. I ordered the lemon bar which was ok, a little tackier (sticky) than what I prefer but the flavor was nice. I was impressed by all of the smoothie and juice selections. They looked, well crafted and inviting. The next time I find myself in the area, I will definitely return for one of the salads and a smoothie!

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    The Ridge Cafe - Small inside area where you order, table outside on front & out back

    Small inside area where you order, table outside on front & out back

    The Ridge Cafe - NSJ sandwich

    NSJ sandwich

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    Red Moose Cafe - Breakfast burrito with good coffee.

    Red Moose Cafe

    4.5(57 reviews)
    10.3 mi
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    4th of July; Happy Independence Day! Absolutely gorgeous day for a motorcycle ride, so I got up…read moreearly and headed for the Golden Chain Highway. Needing a break, I stopped in the Red Moose around 9:30 in the morning for some breakfast. There were customers, but I was able to be seated immediately and service was prompt. I had my choice of interior dining room or outdoor on the deck; given the scenery I chose the deck. Ordered the Mega Moose with black coffee. See pic! Before hitting the road I stopped in the bathroom and noticed that the attractive waitress had left a sign on the wall specifically seeking me out! Well, with the exception of the tattoo, I think I might have had a chance, said Lloyd Christmas!

    There's nothing that I love more than to dine in a unique, mom and pop restaurant in a small…read moremountain town, that caters to the taste of locals, tourists and hikers, who trek the Pacific Crest Trail. I'm talking about Red Moose Cafe, located in beautiful Sierra City, CA. As you enter the restaurant, you'll notice the large counter and the many stools that cater to locals all over Sierra County. Hikers trekking the Pacific Crest Trail make the 2-mile diversion into Sierra City to enjoy the fine mountain cuisine, after weeks of enduring... shall we say ... trail food? The owner of the restaurant, Steve, told me that during the summer months, the restaurant hosts several hikers each day. Hikers, truckers and 5th wheelers know their food, and the great places to dine. "From the Coop" section of the breakfast menu, I went with "Mega Moose," as I was in the mood for a large, mountain breakfast. The menu describes this amazing breakfast as, "Two eggs, two premium bacon, and two sausage links served with potatoes or cottage cheese and your choice of toast or English muffin." Surprise! ... country style or hash brown potatoes were offered, so I went with hash browns. As my de facto standard choice, I opted for sourdough toast. This amazing breakfast showcases two pieces of thick bacon, and two juicy links of sausage, grilled perfectly and placed on the platter with care and lots of love. The slab of hash brown potatoes were perfectly grilled to crispy medium golden brown on the outside, white, tender and juicy on the inside. Perfect hash browns! As per my order, the two eggs arrived sunnyside up, perfectly cooked, and made for great dipping with the hash browns. My slice of sourdough toast was toasted ... no surprise, buttered, and made for the prefect thing to scoop up every bit of goodness from the plate. No wonder Red Moose Cafe is a favorite of locals, and hikers who divert from the Pacific Crest Trail to relax, and enjoy a superior breakfast! My breakfast was simply amazing, and it was so delicious that I didn't bother adding any condiments for taste enhancement - including salt or pepper - as my breakfast was simply THAT GOOD! Steve, Tammy and the friendly staff treated me like a rock star, which added to the amazing breakfast that I enjoyed at this fine restaurant. Such a delicious breakfast, served in a rustic cafe, but super friendly staff! When you're exploring beautiful Sierra County, at the northern end of the gold country, or you're taking a break from hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, you owe it to yourself to enjoy fine mountain cuisine at Red Moose Cafe. Steve, Tammy and the rest of the friendly staff will serve you outstanding food, and treat you like a rock star. Cheers!

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    Red Moose Cafe - The breakfast bar. Personal mugs on hand for the regulars.

    The breakfast bar. Personal mugs on hand for the regulars.

    Red Moose Cafe - Red moose burger and sweet potato fries

    Red moose burger and sweet potato fries

    Red Moose Cafe - Tiny town. Super quaint

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