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    3.8 (198 reviews)

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Kelli H.

    Cute mom & pop shop, right off the main road. Can't go wrong with the chocolate dipped soft serve! Crispy seasoned fries, made to order. Bring your dollas, cash only!

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    Brian W.

    This is kind of a tough rating for me. It's good in that the food comes out in a reasonable timeframe, the burgers and fries are fresh made, and if you're doing soft server that's even faster. The outdoor seating is a few good quality metal picnic tables, a majority of them under awnings/shade, and parking is sufficient. The minuses are, they're cash only, and the food honestly is nothing special. So as pleasant as it is to support a local restaurant it's also hard for me to say I would make this a regular stop up and down this stretch of US-395.

    Kim K.

    Driving up the 395 towards Mammoth and needed lunch. We try to support local, family owned business's when we can so we decided to give this place a shot. The staff was friendly. Outside dining area and ordering area was clean. They had hand sanitizer and staff was wearing masks. Prices are a little high for 2 basic burgers, 1 with cheese and onion rings. $20.20. No drinks. Burgers needed seasoning for sure. Onion rings were delicious and hot. Not terrible but nothing more than basic. They look to have a fun, kid friendly menu with sundaes, soft serve and milk shakes.

    Dog friendly outdoor seating
    Susan R.

    Charming roadside burger and ice cream joint. Cash only! There is no indoor seating but a nice grassy area with picnic tables next to the restaurant (and it's dog friendly). Burgers and ice cream are the standouts.

    Coffee Shake

    I had a coffee shake- best thing I've had! Kids had a soft serve swirl with sprinkles that they thoroughly enjoyed!!!

    Frank F.

    Leave southern Orange County in the morning, head up the old 395 up to Mammoth and about the time you reach Lone Pine, you'll find yourself hungry for lunch. Lucky for you, after miles of open fields and shabby farmhouses, you'll come upon Frosty Chalet. Frosty has the appearance of an old style woody architecture with a grassy area and picnic benches available for mild weather. Lots of parking is available behind the building and along the front. Prices reflect the cost for a glimpse and taste of hamburgers from days gone by. Slightly higher than you'd expect at today's fast food joints. Double cheeseburgers go down easily after a long drive. Order a side of fries to top it all off. It feels good to walk about take in some fresh air, stretch your legs, and enjoy a flavorful chocolate malt. Make Frosty your next rest stop on your way up north!

    Laurie L.

    10 stars for this little slice of delicious nostalgia! The soft serve ice cream is made beautifully, very creamy and absolutely delicious, the vanilla was buttery the chocolate perfection, can't decide, get a swirl! These folks are so nice and welcoming too!

    Old fashion swirl. Perfect after a visit to Whitney portal.  Cute little grass area w benches to eat.

    Old fashion chocolate and vanilla swirl cone. Hubby got the old school chocolate dipped cone. Lasted only seconds then they were gone loll hit the spot it's a Perfect treat after visiting Whitney portal ! On our way to mammoth , Next time we will get a burger to try . Cute little spot with grassy back area w benches to eat. Clean restroom a plus .

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    Great food! Stopping here on our trip and it was a little hole in the wall and so good. Had the pulled pork sandwich. Definitely recommend.

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    6 years ago

    Frosty Chalet is. Loses until May 2021. We weren't able to eat there, but wanted to post this.

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    Very delicious double cheeseburger that had delicious seasoning. Very helpful staff and cute might I add.

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    Hamburgers and fries are mediocre at best. Long wait. Cash only. Probably won't come back to this place.

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    Alabama Hills Cafe & Bakery - Cherry Turnover

    Alabama Hills Cafe & Bakery

    4.3(1.4k reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    I was passing through town with my best bud, and as we drove past this place, he said, "Remember…read morethat fruity coffee cake you got here a couple years ago?" And I was like, "TURN THE CAR AROUND!!" And of course he obliged, coz that's what friends are for, right? We were greeted by the same familiar, friendly blonde gal who's been here for years, and she told us there would be a wait for a table inside; the place was absolutely packed with families and friends happily eating and chatting - not a single empty chair! I had spotted the blackberry peach coffee cake as soon as we walked up to the counter, which was all I wanted, plus we had to get going... it was also a bit loud for our taste, but I'm sure we would have had a nice time if we stayed. I would've taken a picture of this legendary coffee cake, but it was like gone in 60 seconds, so maybe next time! Thank y'all for the hospitality and the consistently delicious coffee cake! It was just as good as I remembered!

    This place won't let you down if you're stopping through. Many hikers and travelers stop here. They…read morehave a to-go menu (which apparently means you can literally take the menu to go - some guy walked in and asked for a to-go menu and was confused when he wasn't able to walk out with it...at first). But really, they have wraps to go if you need a quick bite. The food isn't anything to write home about - the real star of the show is Jess. She will make you feel welcomed, as if you're a regular. She has the perfect personality to keep the ambiance at the restaurant high energy and fun. Should she ever leave this place, the ratings would likely be closer to a 2-3 star.

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    Alabama Hills Cafe & Bakery - Fresh Baked Triple Berry Pie. Traveled with us home from Lone Pine to Palm Desert.

    Fresh Baked Triple Berry Pie. Traveled with us home from Lone Pine to Palm Desert.

    Alabama Hills Cafe & Bakery - Front window signage

    Front window signage

    Alabama Hills Cafe & Bakery

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    Merry Go Round - Orange chicken

    Merry Go Round

    4.4(605 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    Excellent! Food was delicious! Their attention to customer needs can be seen their offer three…read morevarieties of soy sauce- gluten free, special blend and low sodium. Staff was very genuinely friendly, nice and efficient. Ambience is so so cute! The restaurant is shaped like a merry go round and has awesome decor. Plenty of vegetarian options. They even have resident well behaved and very beloved pit bull 'blue' in residence. He does not bother diners. And accepts petting like a gentleman. Definitely worth the visit! On our second day as we asked around about restaurants, everyone recommended about merry go round.

    My partner wanted to come here based on a write-up that mentioned the history of the building,…read morespecial soy sauce, and extremely kind staff. The staff was kind, and the building was cool, but that's where the charm ended. We walked into an obese pit bull literally sitting on a chair at the table, right next to where we got seated. There had been a sign out front saying there was a "service dog" inside with a picture of the obese pit bull in question, so I guess that's helpful but calling it a service dog really stretches credulity. I'm not sure what service the dog is providing for the owner who was not present until the end of our meal, at which point he paraded the dog around the tiny restaurant to greet customers. Another customer came in with a dog, too - apparently this tiny restaurant is teetering into becoming a dog park. I love dogs. I work with animals for a living. I am a dog owner and bring my dog everywhere I can, within reason and with the explicit permission of the businesses we visit. I do NOT appreciate a poorly-behaved pit bull, kept docile by virtue of his excessive weight, slobbering on a dining table. I do not appreciate dog dander in my food. But mostly, being in a family that used actual guide dogs - as in, dogs that were specifically bred and trained for YEARS by experienced professionals to assist their visually impaired handlers all day, completely ignore food and people that try to interact with them, and to tuck themselves quietly at their handler's feet at a restaurant, I'm put off by "service dogs" just moseying around a restaurant or sitting at a table with diners. It really does seem like this dog's main purpose is to hang out and be a restaurant mascot, which sure sounds like a health code violation. Dog dander aside, the food was basically on par with what you might order at any American-style Chinese restaurant. The orange chicken had a strong orange peel flavor, so it stood out. The rice was dry. I didn't notice anything unique about the soy sauce. The other items we ordered were unremarkable.

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    Merry Go Round - Inside

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    Merry Go Round - Kung pao chicken...half eaten already lol

    Kung pao chicken...half eaten already lol

    Merry Go Round - The place is vibrant in the evenings..

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    The place is vibrant in the evenings..

    Totem Cafe - Chicken noodle

    Totem Cafe

    3.7(313 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    We planned on going to the Alabama Cafe which we did on our trip up to Mammoth but they had a wait…read moreon our way down from the mountain so we walked over to the Totem Cafe. Although they weren't as busy as the Alabama cafe my husband and I found their food and the atmosphere to be great and actually much better than the Alabama Cafe. I ordered a vegetable omelette. The veges were plentiful and sautéed just right with a great flavor. I asked for a side of salsa and it was super good, obviously homemade and fresh. It came with home fried potatoes which were from freshly sliced potatoes (not frozen) and they were also seasoned perfectly. In addition i substituted fresh fruit for toast and it came with fresh cantaloupe, pineapple and berries, all sweet and delicious. ( Alabama cafe wouldn't allow for substitutes) My husband ordered ham and eggs and he said it was really good as it was a nice thick ham steak and again, great flavor. The cafe felt cozy and comfortable with lots of antique decor to check out. They also sell jars of honey that i plan on buying next time. We will be back for sure on our next trip to mammoth and I hope this review will draw attention to Totems as their food was great and they deserved the review.

    It's a shame when servers are not trained. It's even worse when the food is not good…read more The young lady that served us asked about drinks. Why sure I'd like a libation something rather. She came back and said in fact they don't serve Margarita's. She said she had no idea, and that she didn't even live in the area. What does where she lives have anything to do with anything? I don't want to be mean, but ?? I ordered the 1/2 rack of these "Famous Ribs." My hubby the Flat Iron steak. We asked for salads as the choice instead of soup. We wait and wait...starving after having hiked all over the Alabama Hills. It is customary to get the salad ahead of time, but this young lady was doing other things. Suddenly after 15 min. we got our meals with no salad. She was getting ready to walk away when I asked about the salads. She went and got them not really concerned about it, and was not really understanding. So onto these ribs! I'm traumatized by these things that were so overcooked and dry. What on earth was done to these things? It seems they were boiled, then frozen, then defrosted, and microwaved? Who knows!! I do know this. I have been making ribs for a long time. For the love of God you don't need to kill the pig 15 times! My hubbies Flat Iron Steak was alright. Not completely hideous. Needless to say, there are not many choices in the Lone Pine. This is not a choice I would ever venture to again if in the area.

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    Totem Cafe - Totem Cafe in Lone Pine

    Totem Cafe in Lone Pine

    Totem Cafe - The Philadelphia Cheesesteak sandwich. This one was more like a steak sandwich, but still a good one.

    The Philadelphia Cheesesteak sandwich. This one was more like a steak sandwich, but still a good one.

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    Seasons Restaurant - Lamb chops

    Seasons Restaurant

    4.2(295 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$$

    The Best Foodie Restaurant on 395!!! This is a must stop…read moreexperience. Clean, comfortable and excellent food and drinks! The staff, chefs and management are the best. Friendly, polite and expert in service. Do not worry that your favorite is sold out. Your second choice is always as good, usually Better! Most important is to call ahead of time for Reservations !! Us sneaky locals might just take all of the tables! Yum Yum!

    This is a very popular spot in Lone Pine with a very popular complaint-they run out of everything…read more We arrived on a weekday at 6:15, fairly busy, but we got one of the coveted booths with the view of Mt. Whitney. We had looked at the menu online and had an idea of what we wanted in advance, nope. Out of: the elk, all lamb, trout, and the filets- we ended up with two orders of top sirloin. I had mine with the mushrooms and my husband had his with the green peppercorn sauce- I guess you can still have the sauces even though the meat is gone. The steaks were ok, I definitely did not get what I wanted and probably wouldn't have stayed if I had known just how bad it would be. I did see others walk out, and people that ordered after me were not happy. There's a really easy way to fix this- daily paper menus with what you actually have. Maybe even update them as things run out. Just cross stuff out. Let the guests know up front. If I had known how limited it was, I wouldn't have ordered a drink and eaten the tasty bread roll. Service wasn't that great either- the person that brought the drinks was very friendly, but otherwise our waiter was pretty inattentive. I had the Bees Knees which I enjoyed, I ordered a glass of red to go with the steak, and that didn't show up till I was well into my meal. Weirdly, I would give this place another shot, but would order before even sitting down. That way when I am told that all I can get is a steak that I'm not that interested in, I'll go somewhere else. Or eat at the bar, have a decent drink and leave when you see how dire the menu selection is.

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    Seasons Restaurant - Great, well-stocked bar.

    Great, well-stocked bar.

    Seasons Restaurant
    Seasons Restaurant - Mt. Whitney view from our seat

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    Mt. Whitney view from our seat

    Carl's Jr

    Carl's Jr

    2.8(87 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $

    The chicken tenders were nice and crispy. Excellent service…read more Very clean establishment. The servers are so friendly. This is so good compared to McDonald's. .

    I had a very disappointing experience at Carl's Jr. today. My daughter went inside to order while I…read morewas outside cleaning out the car after a long day. She politely tried to place her order and explained she has allergies and needed a few items removed from her burger. Instead of being helped, she was dismissed and barely given the chance to speak. When her food came out, it had cheese on it--something she specifically asked to be removed due to an allergy. When she brought it to their attention, the employee snatched the burger from her hands and threw it in the trash in a very rude manner. My daughter also witnessed them carelessly throwing the ingredients onto the bun while remaking her order, which was very concerning given her allergy. When the corrected order was ready, it was simply slid across the counter without a single word. I went inside to address the situation and asked to speak to a manager, only to find out the person who treated my daughter this way was the manager on duty an older Hispanic male. This is completely unacceptable. No child or any customer should be treated with such disrespect, especially when communicating a food allergy. My daughter was nearly in tears. This experience was upsetting and unprofessional.

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    Carl's Jr - I didn't feel comfortable eating here today while traveling alone after seeing this sign.

    I didn't feel comfortable eating here today while traveling alone after seeing this sign.

    Carl's Jr
    Carl's Jr

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