I was in town for work and wanted to treat myself after a long week. I saw the reviews and gave it a try. First impressions was such a cute and intimate restaurant and the host was able to fit me in. I ordered the Pork Belly confit and polenta and it was by far the best dish I had in my life. I'll be dreaming of this meAl read more

Terrible service. The menu looks appetizing but we didn't have an opportunity to taste as we ended up walking out after the server only gave us water and no other acknowledgement in our first 30 minutes at the restaurant - unacceptable, even if the food is stellar. A true disappointment for our anniversary dinner. The chef/owner reached out and apologized via text which I guess is the half-decent thing to do. We took our business to Slocums and - while the food may not have been as refined - at least we received it in a timely fashion and with friendly service. read more

Best dinner restaurant in Mammoth Lakes. Hands down. Duck and scallops are standouts.

Enjoyed a truly gourmet dinner here last minute Sunday night with a friend. They seated us at the chefs bar. The photo shows one half of the duck breast as we split plates. We also enjoyed the New York Strip steak. Each meal we watched being prepared looked fantastic. A little pricey but well worth it. I can highly recommend Skadi read more

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I don't think there's anything to add to the great reviews already on here. Food, chef, waiter, presentation and ambiance were awesome. We'll be back. If you like scallops, you have to get the scallops. read more

Service and food were great. We had the duck and chicken breasts, both were enjoyed thoroughly. Raspberry inspiration dessert was amazing. Reasonable price for a great experience. read more

BEST Norwegian inspired dining experience EVER!!! Everything was perfect from being greeted by the hostess to the staff and owner & chef Ian...A truly forgettable evening on so many levels...We will be back read more

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Well another year visiting Mammoth for some hiking and fishing. Went to Skadi on our last night as we have done now for the last couple of years. The food and experience was awesome. Ian and his team are the best in Mammoth Lakes. I would also like to note that they have their own pastry chef whose name escapes me right now, otherwise I would mention her. The desserts are great, first class regardless of if we are talking Mammoth Lakes or Los Angeles or New York. read more

Haven't been to SKADI in over a year since COVID hit. However, truly an experience. Amazing place for special occasions/ fine dining in Mammoth. read more

We were planning a trip to Bluesapalooza for the weekend and my wife sent me a link and suggested I make a reso. So glad we went. It was amazing food. Great service. Living in LA, we have a ton of great restaurants...but wasn't expecting this caliber of food in a mountain town. We had the crepe, caprese, scallops, and two desserts (lemon one and parfait). We will be back and likely make it a tradition to go each year. Definitely has limited seating, so recommend a reso! read more

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The best meal in the eastern sierras. A hidden gem tucked inside an unassuming area across the street from everything. First impressions are always important, my family was met with a warm greeting and the service was phenomenal from that moment to the moment I stepped back out the door. Attentive staff and Chef Ian is as personable as they come. We shared a great conversation on hunting and the local wildlife when he came up to greet the table during our meal. I ordered the special entrée venison (pictured). The art is in the details. Everything was perfectly prepared and presented. The meat was so tender it melted and it was complimented by an amazing variety of flavors and textures, keeping my palate excited for the next bite. My family couldn't say enough about their meals as well. They have a fine variety of beers, it's easy to compliment any entrée with the list they provide. I had the Icelandic toasted porter. Deserts are a craft of beauty! The crème brûlée was silky smooth and not overpowering. It had the ability to fill my tastebuds with joy and seconds later disappear leaving only the hint of fruit and vanilla. The restaurant came highly recommended from the locals in town and they were right about everything, it's not often people can say so many great things about an establishment and then you are still blown away when you arrive. read more

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Just finished a fabulous dinner with our wonderful friends. I ordered the New York steak and it was better than most ribeyes I've ever eaten! Everyone at our table ordered something different and everything was WONDERFUL! You will be wondering if you are at the right place from the outside but do yourself a favor and step inside. Lastly don't pass on the dessert the sample plate is fabulous! We have traveled throughout the US and never enjoyed a meal so much! read more

SKADI - Modern European Near Me - Mammoth Lakes, California

I liked very much that I was able to make a reservation through texting. And it was confirmed the same way the day of. I wished the kitchen ventilation was much stronger. The air was heavy with cooking exhaust and we all got pretty smelly. The service was very attentive and the food was ok to good. read more

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Food was ok so I'll start with that. We were profiled at the door, I guess we didn't look rich enough, perhaps old enough. We were sat at the bench they have for those parties they don't care for. There was a huge deer skin thing hanging on the bench, which I hadn't noticed until I realized I was covered in hair. I called a waiter passing by and I asked "I'm sorry, can this be moved?", I believe he didn't understand me, because he approached the table, pet the deer and pretentiously replied "Deer. Is there a problem?", so I repeated myself and he picked it up a little and threw the part hanging on me over the bench's backrest. I don't eat meat, so the irony of me being sat where there was dead deer skin is unbelievable, but whatever, I didn't make a big deal out of it like I probably should have considering this is beyond disgusting to have near plates of food and so risky for the owner considering there is always allergy concerns because after all, it is animal hair. But we are in the industry so we decided to just roll with it. I had deer hair everywhere, our backs where covered with deer hair, our napkins on our laps, and of course we ended up having deer hair on our plates too because where else can it go? We didn't even say anything, we tried to eat in peace. Our server saw the situation and not once she approached us to ask what happened or how we were doing. Of course not, we were the ones inconveniencing them since we weren't rich enough to "enjoy" animal skin all over our dinner table. She knew the menu, but she wasn't friendly at all. Again, that whole profile thing. I tried to be friendly and even mentioned we were in the industry, but she couldn't care less. We did see her chatting other tables away, so I guess it was indeed personal. We still tipped 15% because we're in the industry. The food: I ordered a caprese salad they had on special with some special mozzarella- the tomatoes were so mushy! That's when I understood why it was on special- they needed to get rid of said tomatoes. The mozzarella was small balls and super dry. And the basil? I can julienne better. The mushroom crepe was good, nothing to write home about, it lacked flavor or salt or both. My bf had the smoked deer heart, he said it was ok. He also had the steak, he said it was cooked perfectly at the temperature he requested, it was sous vide, but the ratio of complements on the plate was off on the small side, and no you can't order sides à la carte. We told the server right away we wouldn't be drinking because we were passing by on our way to climb Mt. Whitney, however we ordered two large bottles of sparkling water (which would have been the same amount had we ordered two drinks), and needless to say, but we had to pour our own water the whole night. I mean, I thought they are high end? The place is overpriced, you're looking to spend $100 for 2 and up. read more

What can be said that isn't already said. Ian is a legend, and his high regard by us is upheld every time we dine there. Always something unique and tastes never experienced before. You really feel the restaurant is a personal extension of the owner/chef. He actually takes reservations by text, and Ian responds personally. read more

I had an amazing experience at SKADI. When I made my reservation, I was told that I would be dining at the chef's counter. I was dining by myself this night, but it was still a fun night. Everybody was very friendly, even chef Algerøen came and asked me how I liked me meal a few times. I wanted so many things on the menu, but settled on the smoked red deer heart appetizer, duck breast for entree, and lemon panna cotta for dessert. Chef told me about the deer heart being an inspiration from how his grandma used to prepare it. It was so tender and combined with the goat cheese that is slightly caramelized, the cloudberries and the Norwegian crisp bread, it's like nothing you've ever tasted. The duck breast was moist and tender, yet the skin was crispy. The dessert was light and delicious. As I'm typing this, I'm salivating and am already wondering when I can head back to Mammoth for another memorable meal. read more

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We love dining at Skadi!! Best fine dining in all of Mammoth. The chef is amazing. Highly recommend.

Simply wonderful... not to much more to say. Love it all Ian...

Easily the best restaurant in Mammoth, hands down! My husband and I come up often and have tried just about every restaurant in town. This was amazing. We started with the lentil soup which was delicious. My husband got the scallops and they were phenomenal, perfectly cooked and paired with a very light citrus sauce. I had the venison sausage and medallion special, which I must admit was the most tender venison I've ever had. We ended the night with their taste of chocolate dessert which was perfect. Service was immaculate, they always filled our drinks and were there when we needed them. The chef personally checked on us, and gave us a plate of macaroons at the end. We had a wonderful evening and will definitely be coming back!! read more

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Skadi was top notch! Everything was so delicious. The atmosphere was pleasant and the food was amazing. We will definitely be back. read more

SKADI - Modern European Near Me - Mammoth Lakes, California

Best restaurant in Mammoth, looking forward to hiking and then eating there as a treat! Chef will engage in a conversation, save room for desert read more

When we asked James at Petra's where was the best restaurant in the mountain, he point us to "Skadi".I left a message to Casey and she confirm the reservation by text. I have to say, it is not easy to open a fine dinning restaurant in the mountain. So much you can do due to the lack of supplies, but a great chef will stay a great Chef. We ordered all the appetizers and all of them were delicious and creative. The main course and dessert were as well divine and the service excellent. I am a true believer, if you had a very good dinner and came out completely full and feel light, you just met a winner. Mammoth is lucky to finally have a great chef in the community. read more

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Skadi is charming. It is small and tucked away in the village. We were able to make a reservation the day of, during a storm. The chef's table has four counter height seats with a view of the kitchen and the tender snowflakes falling in the night sky. Our server, John, was kind & attentive. We loved the venison, salmon, and pork belly. Lots of delicious flavors. The pork belly was scrumptious, crispy and just a nice bit of fat. Thank you Ian and James for all the care in preparing wonderful meals and making us feel welcome. I will return to get at the desserts read more

Ian is a first class Chef with a staff on the same par.... Sit at the counter and watch him do his magic read more

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Food was very good and the service was excellent, but we will not go back. After our appetizers and champagne I asked our waiter (extremely knowledgeable young man) to pour the wine I had brought that was sitting on the table. Only at that point did he explain that the restaurant didn't allow corkage (a change from the past) and we should have been told that when we made the reservation. None of the emails specified that or I would not have made the reservation (they don't use open table). After negotiations we settled on a $50 corkage and a disaster on my wife's birthday was averted. I have an extensive wine collection so corkage is a deal-breaker for me. I have warned several of my wine-loving friends who also vacation here. read more

We were thrilled at both food and the interaction with both the staff and chef. Everyone took pride in their word and it really showed. The food was nothing short of incredible and every plate was put together with precision. This was our first dare night in almost a year because of the pandemic and it did not disappoint. Make sure you make reservations! read more

beautiful restaurant with creative and tasty dishes. service is also very polished. will return soon.

I went in to my dinner at Skadi on November 18th with extremely high expectations. I've only ever heard wonderful things about it, and was excited to finally try it for myself. I figured that my birthday would be the perfect time for a bit of a splurge, and so I made my reservation. The service is very good. Not quite at the level I've experienced at the highest end restaurants, but pretty tops for Mammoth. You can tell that there's attention to the details at Skadi. We ordered the Gravlax, Tartare of Hamachi, duck, and salmon. The appearance was great. Everything was cooked to the proper temperature: the salmon was flaky, and the duck was medium rare. The food was definitely artfully plated. But for some reason, the flavors just did not come through! I have no idea why, or what may have happened. There was nothing wrong with the food, it just didn't blow me away even a little bit, which is what I was really hoping for. Because of Skadi's reputation, I figured that I'd have one of the best meals I'd ever tasted. Not having that experience left the two of us feeling disappointed, and that our $200 (food + wine) could have gotten us a better culinary experience elsewhere. I've had better tasting food at lower prices in Mammoth. I have to think that maybe I visited them on an off-night. I was definitely surprised by my experience. Unfortunately I'm not inclined to return because I know of other places where I've consistently had incredible food without fail. read more

AMAZING MEAL! We were pleasantly surprised to discover this restaurant while visiting Mammoth Lakes. The food was exceptional, the service was friendly and very knowledgeable about the ingredients, which was helpful as I am GF and dairy-free. We enjoyed our meal and will definitely come back again when we are visiting the area. read more

Came here with my partner for our anniversary, and it was easily one of the best meals we've ever had. The staff was so kind. Chef Ian was so personable and knowledgable. The food was exquisite. We are still dreaming of the venison sausage with its accompanying wild garlic aioli. We asked for a wine pairing with our dinner, and Chef Ian suggested a type of wine we'd never had before and it went perfectly with everything we ate. Everything was incredible. It's the kind of place that forces you to stop and spend time with your food and company. Will be eating here every time we come to Mammoth in the future. read more

Best scallops ever. They did great job serving outdoors during Covid. I would definitely come back!

The food was amazing. Far and away, the best restaurant in Mammoth. I only wish we found it years ago

If you want amazing food and not run of the mill bar food you have to make a reservation at SKADI when you're in mammoth! I've been coming to mammoth for 20 years and just discovered this little gem. It's a cant miss read more

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I was looking for an out of the ordinary restaurant to celebrate my bday. Luckily Yelp got me with best restaurants rating. Skadi came up on its list. It didn't disappoint. Yes it's pricey but it's worth it! Starting with the reservation process, ambience, service and food. Ordered the Tartar Hamachi, Foie Gras, Salmon and Steak. Nicely plated and great tasting food. The Tartar Hamachi though was exceptional. To end we ordered the Panna Cota lemon. Great place to celebrate my bday, quiet and we got to enjoy the food and ourselves. read more

As you see from prior reviews, we think very highly of this wonderful establishment now in 14 th year in Mammoth. The food and its presentation continue to be tops--in the family of Michelin star level anyplace in the World. Ian continues to be his charming and super serious foodie self. Robin continues to be very nice and very helpful with reservations. One of the things we are increasingly more and more appreciative: the wine list--superb and updated with new additions on monthly basis. Thank you very much! read more

"Wow," is all we can say. We celebrated our 3rd anniversary here and from beginning to end it was a fantastic meal. The ambiance is great and with only 10 tables in the place you know it's going to be special. From the appetizer to the soup to the main course and finally dessert, it was all delicious and impressive. We'll definitely come back when in Mammoth again. You won't regret getting a reservation here and eating at SKADI. read more

Best north European food ever. The medallion venison is marvelous. The environment is nordic style and the service is fast and friendly

We weren't super impressed with the duck breast, but the pork belly and tenderloin was AMAZING and totally worth 5 stars!!! In fact, the best I've ever had! If you come to Mammoth you have to try it out! read more

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After a disapointing and expensive meal at Nevado's and another dissapointing meal at highly recommended Mammoth Tavern, we had our expectations low for Skadi. When we walked in we were informed we needed a reservation and seeing how small the place is (only about 10 tables), I understood why...so we booked for the next night and came back. Skadi was EXCELLENT! What a gem in this mountain town where many other restaurants are overpriced crap b/c its catering to tourists, not relying on repeat business. Skadi and Petras are the only two restaurants in Mammoth out of the 7 we went to that I would highly recommend to anyone. read more

This place is wonderful. The one bad review from "Rachael," with horrible pictures, cracked me up. If you read it, she sounds like a wacko, complaining to the server about a bad break-up. No wonder everyone wanted to avoid her. Ignore that wackos... read more