I booked a room for Father's Day. Once I reached my room, I found the bed to be EXTREMELY hard. In…read moremy opinion, it was a bed that no human being could sleep on. When I asked the hotel staff for some assistance, I was dismissed and the bed was my problem. I ended up not staying and the hotel did not offer to reimburse me at least a portion of the room fee. I would never stay there again.

I was planning to stay here for Valentine's weekend, but life got in the way. This is a shout out…read moreto Jessica & her team for uncommonly great customer service under the circumstances. We shall definitely give it another "shot" soon -- you can join us there! Pro tip -- call the number on the actual website. The one here on the yelp page is out of date.

Had a great experience with the owner! The food was good and the wine was good overall just a…read morereally good experience at this establishment! Will be back again!

After a fun-filled day wine tasting in Amador County, my friends and I were in need for some…read morecomfort food to end our day. This takes me to the small community of Mokelumne Hill (which is in Calaveras County) where I got to check out "Renegade Winery". Don't let the word "winery" fool you as this place not only serves some delicious wine but is also a full-on restaurant that has some good old standard American food. Since I know this area quite well and have been to neighboring areas such as Jackson and San Andreas, finding this place wasn't too difficult. But for some, it might be a challenge. When arriving on Highway 49 (from Jackson), you have the option of making a left on Campo Seco Turnpike OR a left on Main Street. The business is directly at the corner of Main & Center St's while being across the street from the historic I.O.O.F. building which neighbors a blacksmith business. If you're into ancient structures, definitely check this place out. Going back to Renegade Winery, they offer a variety of red and whites from nearby Amador County. In addition to their wine selection, they also have beer and regular soft drinks for consumption. But the main reason why we came here was their food! This includes comfort classics such as bruschetta, a meat/cheese platter, and a few others. They also carry a nice selection of salads, wraps, sandwiches, burgers, and pizzas. Finally, I wanted to add that they even offer a brunch menu on the weekends including mimosas. My significant other and I split their pesto pasta w/garlic bread while our friends tried a quesadilla and Caesar salad. As far as the interior layout of this place, it almost has that old town saloon feel to it which is the perfect fit for the gold country. The amount of distressed wood is presented throughout while the large collection of wine bottles is quite impressive. The employees that work here definitely made us felt welcome as if we were in someone's home. I also wanted to add that the exterior seating area was equally impressive with an abundance of tables, hanging lights after the sun goes down, and even a small stage for live music. If it wasn't for the heat (it was around 100°F on 6/22/2024 at 3:45pm), we would probably eat outside. As far as our pasta, they give you huge portions and more than enough to feed 2 people comfortably. The pasta was cooked well while there was a nice amount of basil in the pesto. It wasn't over-the-top amazing that you'd find at an Italian restaurant in a big city but still quite delicious and affordable (at around $16). Even our friends' spicy quesadilla had 4 large slices that can be split between two. Considering that you get a mix of everything (winery, draft beer, and food), this place has you covered. All in all, "Renegade Winery" is a place that I highly recommend. Keep in mind that they are ONLY open for business Fri/Sat from 11:30am-8pm and Sun from 9am-4pm while being closed from Monday through Thursday. So if you're taking a trip up to Big Trees or maybe Twain Harte or even Yosemite National Park, this is a great stop with above average service and very decent prices. My rating, an above average four stars.

We went for the buffet breakfast. We arrived around 9.30, since the staff recommended 9.00 and…read more12.00 are the best times for brunch. Most of the food was cold and mid on flavor. The charge for the buffet was $45 per person, which I personally think is WILD! Staff was nice and provided water to the table. However, they took my muffin while I was half way eating it :( Probably I won't get back.

Sad to say this was a major let down on mothers day. Had high hopes for the mothers day brunch…read morebuffet that they advertised. But I should have known from the moment we sat down, and being ignored. Had to ask for a basic restaurant staple water. Went to the buffet that was set up in a dark gloomy room. The tables looked ran through with flys buzzing around the sandwiches. The majority of the deserts were all from the costco bakery section. I have eaten at this restaurant before and they usually have solid basic American food. Not sure what happened but I think they definitely bit off more then they could chew. I still gave two stars based off the tea bar that they has set up that had great tea!

Always good food and service. I eat there a lot. Nice bar to sit at. Friendly bartenders.read more

Love Luka's my burger was excellent, cooked perfectly and the fries were crisp and tasty. The…read moreserver was excellent. Get a window seat and watch small town life.

We were staying at the National Hotel, which is upstairs from the restaurant and decided to have…read moredinner in the basement restaurant, The Duke. We arrived a little past 5pm on a Tuesday night. There were several people at the bar and one other couple in the restaurant. We were seated by the fireplace in the main dining room. (There is another smaller dining room that has an old-fashioned feel to it (that matches the bar and the hotel lobby). My wife ordered the Apple Cider Pork Chop ($27) which she thoroughly enjoyed. I had the Salmon with vegetables with Parmesan cheese (substituted for the standard rice, to make it a low carb meal). It was perfectly done, covered in a wonderful sauce, and delicious. I also had a "Wild Mango Rita" cocktail ($17) which was very flavorful. If you are in Jackson and looking for a tasty dinner, this is the place.

Been meaning to try this restaurant and we finally did. Really good service, the food was flavorful…read moreand the outdoor seating was really relaxing and nice tonight for dinner. We had the pork chop and Ribeye steak they were cooked well and the plates looked very pretty. We'll definitely be back.

Mel & Faye's isn't just a diner to us... it's home…read more This place will always hold a special spot in our hearts. We moved out of state, and we still haven't found...and probably never will find...another place quite like Mel & Faye's. It's the food, the drinks, the service, but more than anything, it's the people. My go-to is the cranberry walnut salad with chicken (so good!), and Sean loves the sourdough burger. The food is always great, but honestly, we come back for the atmosphere and the people who make this place feel like family. Mary is always a hoot as our server, and we absolutely love the entire staff. Bart and Maura have created something really special here, and we appreciate them more than they know. Every time we come back to town, one of the things we look forward to most is walking through those doors, seeing familiar faces, catching up, and feeling right at home again. We miss everyone when we're away, but it makes our visits that much more special. Mel & Faye's will always be our home away from home.

Very pleased with my experience here. Walk through the front door and was politely greeted. The…read morewonderful hostess asked us to wait a minute,so she could clean a table. We were promptly seated and within 2 minutes we had two hot cups of coffee. We then ordered the country breakfast which was surprising cheap and very delicious! Great server. In and out in 40 minutes on a Sunday morning!

A Pleasant Surprise with a Small-Town Feel…read more This one caught me off guard--in a good way. I was out with my family practicing for my daughter's driving test at the DMV up the street. We pulled up Yelp to find a good lunch spot, saw the solid reviews, and decided to give it a try. When we walked in, the atmosphere had that small-town vibe--simple, welcoming, and comfortable. The food was very good. The service wasn't polished like a Michelin star restaurant, but it didn't need to be. It was authentic and heartfelt, and sometimes that matters more. You could tell the staff cared about what they were doing. The place was busy, especially for the time of day we went, which tells you something. People come here on purpose. That says a lot. We were seated quickly, our order was taken without any issues, and the food came out in a reasonable time. When it hit the table, the portions were generous and satisfying. I wish I had taken pictures, but I was too busy enjoying the moment. If you go, post your photos--I'm sure the business would appreciate it. If you've followed my reviews, you know I don't give out 4 stars often, and 5 stars are rare. This place earned that extra star because of how it made me feel--between the food, the atmosphere, and the service, it just worked. If I'm ever back in the area, I'm definitely coming back for another meal.

Big change in food taste since our last visit. The french…read moreonion soup was bland, no flavor. Fried chicken was ok , added salt. The chicken fried steak tasted like it came out of a package. Not made from scratch. Kind of disappointed in the food. The service was awesome! No complaints there. Waitress was very attentive!

Cute little restaurant, lots of seating, street parking when spots are available. Family owned and…read moreoperated, the woman owner is delightful and her son who works in the restaurant is sweet. I ordered a breakfast burger which was delicious. Comes with cheese bacon and a sunny side up fried egg on top. If you want a different style cooked egg, eg hard cooked you have to ask. Also comes with lettuce, tomato, fresh and pickled onion plus you can ask for ketchup and mustard. Great size, delicious and the bun was like no other. They also have gluten free buns. I got smashed red potatoes as my side, also delicious. I opted for water, it's "strawberry" water so has the essence of strawberries. The large pitcher which they serve from has big ripe strawberries. What a refreshing treat instead of plain or lemon water. My mom and I had a very nice breakfast, again the customer service was excellent and the woman owner chatted with us, was quite friendly and personable. Again she was just a delight. I can't wait to go back and try some other menu items. Reasonable priced, please tip your waiter, their customer service and care is amazing.

Amazing live music. Locally owned…read more Avocado toast really good. Lemon poppy scone very average. Friendly staff and a great place to dine.

Great food and even better service. The karaoke night is great fun and even better atmosphere…read more Best place ever to have a good day. Families are always welcome!

I've passed by this joint numerous times and on one of those passes, I decided to stop…read more No one was there except the bartender/server guy and he was affable enough, that is once you broke the ice. I ordered the Beer Battered Mushrooms, but after some time, I guess the call from the kitchen said they were out of it. So...I settled for the onion rings. It was fair. So there I was, just having a Coke to drown the greasy onion rings with the TV at the bar broadcasting some inconsequential program, on an idle afternoon at an uneventful roadside eatery. I suppose life can be worse. :-)

Great lunch: Haws Dawgs (dog, onions, BBQ sauce, cheese plus Diet Coke and fries with ranch…read moredressing. Excellent customer service, excellent food, and excellent prices. Thanks for another great experience.

There is a new owner. A skinny middle aged woman who had the customer service technique of a pit…read moreviper. We ordered the prime rib rare and it came tasty and tender but the entire exterior meat was medium well and only the interior was not rare but medium rare! When we confronted her with 40 years meat cooking experience she basically implied FY and stalked off. Now if you ask for one iota more sauce, dressing, horseradish or sour cream they charge you .75 per item! Unfortunately we took our outrage on the waitress with zero tip! However during our entire meal experience the wait staff congregated together past the cash register and gossiped! Minimal checking on customers no conservations unless they already knew you! Worst experience ever! I've lived here 23 years and have dined here since the original owner! Never Again! Not giving them another penny!