We stopped here for breakfast yesterday while passing through on a fishing trip and wanted to support a mom-and-pop business instead of a chain restaurant like in Placerville. I know how to cook and cook big breakfasts all the time. That said, breakfast here was fantastic, so much so, I told our waitress, "My compliments to the chef!" read more

This old-fashioned restaurant is a cute little gem. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It didn't smell the best at first when walking in (was stuffy)[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] but the service was great, the food was okay, lacked flavor and the prices were reasonable. I would consider this place a moms and papas all American food. I read more

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We were sat and waited awhile to place our orders. The food was okay, your average diner food. The menu is extensive. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The Christmas decorations were cute.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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I love eating at this place which is located in Pollock Pines. The owner is very nice and the staff work very hard and are personable. They took us in even though we had a large group. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I like the rustic interior along with the fireplace and it may not be elagant but it is cozy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My wife and I ordered the meat loaf sandwhich and it was smaller than I have gotten in the past and it was dry. Our server was prompt and right on point and she made sure that our drinks were full. Our family ordered burgers and they enjoyed their food and I recommend that when you are on your way to tahoe and you simply want to eat some good food this place is great! read more

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Stopped here for a post run breakfast with friends. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance is definitely old school truck stop circa 1960s, but in a fabulous way.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] While the restaurant was very busy, the service was friendly and quick. The menu is definitely comfort food and everything that we ordered was delicious. If you're looking for healthy & vegan, this is not the place for you. We had one vegan in the group who ordered dry toast with a side of avocado & the staff was very understanding. We will most definitely be back to this restaurant. read more

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Waitress and helper were very attentive. Checked back on us frequently and made sure our drinks were always full. The food was delicious as usual (we've been eating here 4 or 5 times a year for 42 years)‼ read more

Sportsman's Hall - Fish sandwich - American Near Me - Pollock Pines, California

I have a food allergy and they have it on the menu that they can not accommodate food allergies. I asked if I could order something that doesn't contain the food I am allergic to and was told no because of cross contamination. I was unable to order anything and had to leave without being served anything. To be fair the food on the tables around us looked good. read more

Great hidden gem on the historic Pony Express route. [[HIGHLIGHT]]While the original building from the 1800s is no longer here, the current structure is still California Mountain classic, and itself is probably going on 60 years.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] History aside, food and service were both great, and a walk on the woods after lunch makes a great desert! THE PROS: All good. They even made a fresh pot of coffee just for me! THE CONS: None at all. A great addition to a day in the pines. read more

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Discovered a very tasty treat...the cinnamon roll French toast! I noticed a plate of it next our table, the custom stating it's delicious and decadent. It was definitely delicious. We ordered it as a side dish to share. So glad we did! Service is always so helpful and attentive. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place was quiet for a Friday brunch crowd.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Still very worth coming to when in the area! read more

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We have eaten here several times and the food and service are top notch! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere is very historical and true to its mountain location.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Because the food is very good it can be busy during peak hours or holidays but it attracts alot of locals and the wait is usually entertaining.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I especially like their prime rib melt sandwich on sourdough bread! read more

I have been here a couple of times. Have never had a problem. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The service, ambiance, food all were excellent.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Short wait to order because there were so many people there. (Which should tell you how popular they are.) However, the food was wonderful and more then I could eat in one setting. Highly recommend. read more

This place was really good. Stopped and have breakfast fast service. Parking lot was full, love the door

Rustic interior restaurant and antique decorations. Food was above average and rapid service. Sandwich with fries and salad were juicy and dope. Staff and owners were really friendly. This was worth stopping by to dine here while you're traveling to South Lake Tahoe, Carson City, and Reno. Located on Pony Express Trail near US-50 El Dorado Fwy. read more

We love coming here. Portion size is good. Food is very fresh. My kids really enjoyed their hot cocoa. My sons pancake was bigger then his head. My daughter had the half order of biscuits and gravy. It is her favorite! I ordered the lumberjack with French toast. They have a cinnamon roll french toast that is so good. I think he ordered the chicken fried steak. It is so crunchy crust with the tender inside. We have quite a bit from the menu. Lunch is also good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We really enjoy going for breakfast when it is snowing and watching the snow while we eat.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have the fireplace going on cold days to keep it warm.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There are lots of old photos of the building and surrounding area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Very friendly staff. A must stop if you are looking for a breakfast spot. read more

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Don't judge the book by the cover. Minus one star because inside and outside are dated and "mountainy," with wood paneling inside and a carpet nearly black from wear and age. But the menu is varied and the food good, generous, and reasonably priced. And it's just a quick turn from highway 50. We were traveling with our dog, so we ate on the patio. It was about 95 degrees out, but with umbrellas, a little breeze, and a plugged-in house fan, it was bearable. Staff was friendly and attentive, bringing water and even some dog biscuits for the pooch. My cheeseburger had an obviously hand-shaped, loose patty, perfectly cooked to the medium well typically recommended for ground beef, several available cheese choices (thank you for not offering only American!), served on a large brioche bun with two large slices of tomato, optional onions (raw or grilled), and a generous leaf of bibb lettuce. (I skipped the pickles.) The French fries were lightly crisp and tender inside - good enough that I ate all of the very large serving, calories and all. My husband had the Chicken Napoli, which turned out to be two large chicken breasts, nicely grilled with a hint of char and served on an enormous bed of spaghetti. The side salad had nice vegetable additions - cauliflower, broccoli, even a beet, and the balsamic vinaigrette was good. The dinner roll was soft with a crunchy top, served with spreadable whipped butter. The spot was a stop on the Pony Express route, so a little fun history too. One odd thing - garlic fries are $2 more than regular fries as side orders, but if you want to substitute garlic fries for the regular included with a meal, it's a $2.99 upcharge. Do they cost $.99 more to make with a meal? But that's a small quibble. If we lived in the area, we'd be regulars when we want a hearty, old-fashioned meal. read more

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Service is good a fun locals place. We had 6 red hat ladies sitting next to us. Three older gentleman deep in conversation, hanging out after lunch. I had French Toast with a side of avocado. The toast was well dipped into the egg but not soggy. A half of avocado that was just perfect for eating. My husband had the cheeseburger with freshly grilled onions. (Not something I see very often) . This is our second time here. We will make this a regular on our trips from the Bay to Echo Lake. Oh! By the way you can't beat the prices read more

Sportsman's Hall - Cheeseburger - American Near Me - Pollock Pines, California

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Delicious food, great atmosphere, fantastic service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We will be going here again soon, especially for the beef barley soup. Generous wine pours are very nice, too read more

Stopped here at about 10 am on a Sunday, on our way down from camping at Union Valley Reservoir. There is a parking lot with two driveways, so if you are in a large vehicle or have a trailer you should be fine. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They seated us on the patio, which was perfect because we had our dog with us.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They even brought us a bucket of fresh water for the dog. Service was prompt and friendly. Food was great, beer was cold. We'll be back! read more

We dropped in for a recent weekday lunch. The food is basic. The staff is welcoming. The interior seems that it has not changed in the past 20 plus years. I am a frequent infrequent customer. Dropping in occasionally throughout the years only if I find myself in the area and feeling peckish. The menu is simple diner fare. Breakfast, burgers, salads, sandwiches, and hot entrees. Breakfast is served until 4pm which is a nice option. The food is very basic tasting. We ordered a club sandwich to share. It tasted fresh and looked great. It came with a hearty side of fries. A plus is that they do not have a plate sharing fee. We sat next to a window. There were a few flies buzzing about trying their darnedest to fly through the glass pane. They kept bouncing off the glass. Not quite the lunch entertainment we were anticipating. read more

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Portions are huge. I had chicken fried steak. I ate this meal for my next 3. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have outside seating and are also dog friendly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The old logging pictures are great.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Waitress brought out bowl of fresh water and a dog cookie for our dog. read more

My new favorite is the chicken teriyaki sandwich with garlic fries! Food is always amazing! Worth any wait time for a table! I am uploading updated menu pictures! Enjoy! 10/10 read more

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We were staying at a hotel just down the road so we thought we'd give Sportsman's Hall a try for breakfast. The restaurant was not busy when we arrived. It took a minute to be acknowledged by a staff member, once we were, we were told we could sit anywhere we wanted. A woman, who was not our server, brought us waters and coffee right away. She was friendly and attentive...but that's where the good service ended. Our server, probably aware we are not locals, ignored us once our food was brought to the table...which took an extremely long time considering how empty the restaurant was. I gave 4 stars because the food was excellent. It was fresh, served hot and my biscuits and gravy was the perfect comfort food! read more

Sportsman's Hall - American Near Me - Pollock Pines, California

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Food and service were good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The building and interior have a lot of character and history, which makes it a unique experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] If I'm in the area again, I'll stop by. read more

GREAT FOOD. Fantastic service. Owners are so appreciatetive of their customers. Been going for years. Biscuits and Gravy *****. Crispy Chicken salad Fantastic. Thanks Amy and Moon. read more

We went for Thanksgiving dinner and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the food, the portions, warm ambiance, and our server were great.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We recommend supporting this local business. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice hometown dinner feel.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Was the first time up there to see the Apple Hill stuff. After done we went in yelp to find a place. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Loved the old school feel.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food was fantastic. Great prices. If ever in the area again we will stop. read more

What happened, Sportsman's Hall!? I've ordered your fried chicken in the past, having had great experiences with it, both dining in and takeout. Today I bought my normal takeout order of the chicken dinner, and the pieces (4) were SO SMALL compared to the 20 or so previous meals over the past 5-7 years. Is it just the sign of the times, with overall food prices so high? If so, I get it. We all have to make our way through these tough times, and I'm really hoping things get better and you can again afford to buy the obviously superior product you'd had every other time before. Please say you will, and I'll keep coming back and sending everyone I know there. Oh, and I just realized you forgot to pack my beef barley soup with my order! read more

My family came here last minute and there was about 20 of us waiting to get seated. The staff put tables together and seated us in less than an hour. They were slammed and were working fast and hard. They were very friendly and quick with everything. The food is always good here and I never had anything bad from here at all. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a very cozy place and takes you back in time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We had separate checks and some of my family members didn't leave a tip and I was extremely disappointed in them for not leaving a tip despite the staff going above and beyond and doing their best to keep us happy. The staff is amazing and I sincerely apologize to them if some of the people in my party didn't leave a tip. I'm going to make things right next time I come here! read more

We really enjoyed our late breakfast at this restaurant. Food was great, service exceptional. If you aren't familiar with the historical background of this place, look into it. It has survived a century of changes in the cultural progression in motherlode California. read more

Food, price & service are very good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Homey atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Loved the food. Comfort food. Yum!

Love this place. We have family in the area and this is always a must go. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have wonderful people who work there and lots of space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Breakfast lunch and dinner are all amazing. Lots of history in this building as well. Full bar and amazing pies! You're missing out if you don't stop by this charming local treasure read more

Literally a national treasure, a stop here is a must if you're in the area. Great service. Mary is an excellent server. Good, hearty food. Nice ambiance. And a good cup of coffee. Wish we lived closer so we could dine here on a regular basis. Cheers! read more

Sportsman's Hall - Florentine Benedict - American Near Me - Pollock Pines, California

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Totally a locals' hangout. We stumbled on this restaurant while actually looking for a different one further down the road. So glad we tried it. A huge parking lot to the east of the building and some parking out front right off the street. Looks are deceiving, it's bigger than it looks. Enter from the street side into the first dining area, but we were taken to the side to an even larger second dining room. There's a small patio out from. We were welcomed as we walking in and seated with in 5 minutes. Mid Saturday morning they were pretty busy with late breakfast eaters and early lunchers. The menu had so many great items to pick from. I warn you now, come hungry. There are no small plates here. My short stack of two thick fluffy pancakes could easily feed two. Served with soft whipped butter and your own small pitcher of syrup. Oh yum. Debbie's corned beef hash was truly house made. Pieces of shredded savory corned beef mixed with rough cut potatoes. Another shareable dish. The side biscuit was massive. Service was friendly and great. Will return when in the Apple Hill area again. Next time for lunch. read more

Sportsman's Hall - American Near Me - Pollock Pines, California

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Always greatest Extensive menu l, Good service, outdoor seating available. Best food on the mountain. Try their prime melt sandwhich. read more

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The man and I discovered during a winter storm. This place was beyond packed due to the road closure on the 50. Folks arriving were in parties of 5 plus. We were seated quickly but it took forever for us to get our food. I dont blame anyone! It was beyond busy and staff were hustling like a mo fo! Our drinks were always being refilled without even asking. read more

This is a regular stop when we go to Apple Hill. We always choose small businesses whenever possible. This is a good old diner menu place. Food & service are always prompt. Food is comfort food and always dependable. We always enjoy our visits. read more

Sportsman's Hall - Cover of the menu gives you a flavor of the history of the restaurant. - American Near Me - Pollock Pines, California

I was there for the 2nd time with my parents and we had excellent service and the food was really really goooood! I'll be back! read more

Sportsman's Hall - I do believe I had the prime rib melt and potato salad - American Near Me - Pollock Pines, California

We eat there sometimes but came in on a Friday. Ordered a omelette, I could tell it wasn't the usual cook. Gross!! If I order something a certain way that's the way I want it. First the cook screwed up the order, second the waitress asks me if I wanted it, what exactly did she expect me to say sure go ahead and let the cook spit in my food for sending it back. He over cooked the omelette....it was nasty. I noticed the owner wasn't there. I could tell it was a new cook. That waitress should have told the cook to prepare as order and not asked me if I wanted. I didn't really eat much, I had to remove stuff I couldn't eat. I lost my appetite. read more

Deliciousness veggie burgers and friendly waitress. This was our first visit. We will try other items on the menu that looked good too. The pies looked fresh! read more

Although our server was a bit terse, she was knowledgeable and efficient. The potato salad was great and the warm roll a treat. My Cobb salad fresh and bountiful. read more

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