The Mammoth Smoke Shack

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A trailer sitting in a corner lot sneakily houses the Smoke Shack cooking some delicious bbq'd meats. I've driven by this place many times and I'm kicking myself for never having tried it till today. I enjoyed the tri-tip sandwich and it reminds me of delicious Texas bbq, but in a more beautiful location (Mammoth Lakes). The meat was tender and aromatic. The sauce was tangy, tasty, and terrific. The bread was lightly toasted and complemented the meat well. The sides (Mac & cheese and potato salad) were as expected, nothing that's going to blow your mind. But let's be honest, the Smoke Shack is there to smoke meat and they're doing that better than most. Do yourself a favor and embrace the flavor of the Smoke Shack! read more

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Good prices for great BBQ. This shack os literally a shack that makes BBQ. Theres outdoor seating but we took ours back to the inn. I got the pulled pork sandwich, potato salad and Mac n cheese. Buddy got the tritip sando with the same sides. Happy with our decision to try this little gem out. read more

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We stopped by here because we read a great review about this shack. Well the food didn't disappoint. When we pulled up there were 4 people in front of us. We stood there for a little bit. One nice guy is working in the shack. He said sorry for the delay. Nothing to sorry about. We ordered a tri tip sandwich and I ordered the same but without the bread. He said I would get a little bit more meat. He was right the portion was generous. I took a couple of bites of the sandwich that bread is delicious and homemade. The meat is tender and delicious. Got Mac and cheese, baked beans and slaw for sides. All delish. We saw people getting shakes look scrumptious. There are a few outdoor tables. People are so friendly here. They chat with you. We will def come back the next time we visit Mammoth. read more

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Vala R.

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We stopped for lunch and had the Tri Tip Sandwich. It was amazing and we added spicy BBQ sauce. We picked the potato salad, coleslaw, beans and mac & cheese for sides. All of them were very good. The man who took our order was very friendly and given that we were standing outside in snow waiting I thought everything went pretty quickly. Cute little shop on the corner, I think there are picnic benches under the snow for when the weather is nicer. read more

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Donald M.

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Love, love, love this place! Portions are generous and tri-tip is cooked to perfection. Being a creature of habit, I always order the tri-tip sandwich served on a toasted roll with red peppers. The owner is always polite and outgoing. Thanks again for feeding me and my pup. read more

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Chase H.

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The food was very good and solid portions. There was only one person working when we went so service was slow but all worth it! read more

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Ivan M.

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Got the last tri-tip mac & cheese bowl tonight. All I can say is WOW! The most perfect mac and cheese (soft and cheesy) and the tri tip was amazing. The bowl is easily enough to make a dinner out of. Can't wait to try the burrito! read more

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Chris D.

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Awesome food, had tri tip quesadilla and pulled pork mac n cheese. Both were screamin. Dude knows BBQ. Prices not bad for the area. Highly recommend. Outside picnic tables for seating with shade pop ups. Simple no frills just great food. read more

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Dmitrii S.

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It's insane! We accidentally found this place when we were driving down from the Mammoth resort. One of the best food in Mammoth Lakes! Thank you! read more

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Riggy R.

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Solid burrito, great customer service. Guy at the counter was super chill and nice. Good prices for food, good portions, and great taste. First time in Mammoth but when I return I'll be coming back here. Super cool shack near the village and slopes. read more

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No frills place, delicious tri-tip. Outdoor eating at a couple of picnic tables, or you can do what we did and take it home. I'm trying to hit a protein target each day, and the tri-tip was a delicious way to do it. Had sides of cole slaw and baked beans. Visited the Mammoth Fun Shop next door while waiting for our food (the Fun Shop should give Dave some buzzers that tell people when their food is ready for pickup). read more

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Very good service and outstanding quality of the food。 The bread was crunchy, the tri tip tender well season with the mild tri tip. Sides were also very exceptional. I will be coming back. read more

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Had the Tri tip sandwich and side of Mac and pulled pork, with 2 milkshakes: Cookie Monster and Irish crème!!! 10/10 to all read more

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Mel V.

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Really good tri-tip! We had a large group so ordered to go. Don't miss the shakes, really delicious.

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Cowboy beef jerky is great! Prices are reasonable. Location is good. Staff are professional and courteous. We'll be back sometime next year! read more

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Noah M.

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Amazing food made by a local and with love i often remember coming down from the mountain and wanting some barbecue from here and never once being disappointed i highly recommend the macoroni read more

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Found this little gem while charging my car at Mammoth -- totally worth it! The smoked tri-tip was super tender and flavorful (you can taste that smoky love ). The Mexican pancake was stuffed with juicy pulled pork and lots of melted cheese -- so good!! And the milkshake?? OMG the sweetness was just right, creamy and full of fruit chunks. Perfect combo for a road trip snack break! read more

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Was craving a tri-tip sandwich and stumbled upon this tiny shop! The sandwich was sooo good. Toasty, buttery bun packed with tender tri-tip and sweet bbq sauce. Comes with your choice of two sides. Super great service and a great, quick meal to fuel your body for that hike or run down the slopes during snow season! What more can you ask for? read more

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Miriam K.

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The most delicious BBQ we've had in a while! You can't go wrong with any of the meats or the sides. The BBQ sauce is delicious and homemade. We'll definitely be back next time we're in town! read more

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Stopped by for lunch and loved the great food and service. Clearly a local favorite. read more

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I have so many food restrictions and we stopped by the smoke shack on our way out of Mammoth. The owner was so nice. I got the vegan burrito. It was absolutely incredible. Honestly, probably the best burrito I've ever had. You have to stop by here. All of my friends enjoyed their sandwiches and burritos. We love this place. We will definitely be back. read more

The Mammoth Smoke Shack - Vegan burrito, tritip burrito, pulled pork burrito, tri tip sandwich. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Mammoth Lakes, California

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Giselle F.

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We ordered the tri tip and pulled pork. Tri tip was pretty dry and needed to be drenched in the sauce to be enjoyable and same with the pork since it was tender and juicy but lacking flavor. Beans were alright and coleslaw was very good not too heavy and mayo-y which I loved. Only one guy working which we didn't mind waiting a little longer because of but just something to consider. read more

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Food was amazinggggg!!! Me and my boyfriend LOVED it. Great meal after snowboarding. The service was good too. The owner was super nice. read more

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Wow what a secret gem!!!! If you're vegan looking for food and even an ice cream shake this is the spot. read more

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Ady F.

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The food was absolutely delicious and the service was quick!! Great spot!! This is a place that has straight up good food

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Let me start by saying I don't usually write reviews, although I felt an urge to shed a little light on this joint. For starters the tri-tip was well smoked and tasted great. Now for the negative, the price.... I paid close to 25 dollars for a lunch that ALMOST filled me up, keep in mind I don't eat a lot. You get a few options for sides and I can only speak for the two that I got, which was the beans and Mac n cheese. The beans were almost identical in taste to bushes baked beans nothing special, as for the Mac, it tasted like a normal box of kraft. Before I added a can of soda it was $21 and some change and then went to 24 and some change, meaning the can of Coca Cola was 3 dollars! I truly believe if the prices come down this place could be a great stop, but as of now I see a 12 dollar footling meal across the street giving a much bigger bang for the buck! read more

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Rebecca A.

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I've eaten here a few times and enjoyed the food. The wait the first time took quite a while but I thought well the guy was alone so that's why. I went back today again on my lunch break. This time 2 guys were in the trailer so I figured it would be a little quicker. NOPE I stood there for 8 mins with no one taking my order, one guy said he was busy making a milk shake and was out of knives. I said no worries. Do you have alot of orders ahead of me? Because I'm on a break, I can come back another day. He just rolled his eyes at me and went back in. The other guy stuck his head out the window and said- what do you need some help? I said no I was going to place a order. then said oh well he's busy right now. So I just left.. it's sad because I was telling everyone who rode the trolly to go there. I won't be suggesting this place anymore. And I won't ever go back. I went across the street to Latin American Fusion. They were very prompt taking my order and very friendly. I'll continue to go there instead. read more

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Brenda R.

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Service was quick. I was randomly craving bbq and this place stood out, not sure why they don't have more reviews! If you're around the area and craving a pulled pork sandwich, stop by and support! If just want to grab and go or sit on the provided bench areas, you have options. Next time we'll need to try the milkshakes!! read more

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Mike P.

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Came in last week for a tri tip sandwich and left with a pound of tritip as well , the tenderness off this place is off the wall , I recombine taking your family here after being on the slopes or trails all day depending on the season , will be. Back for more read more

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Amanda N.

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Lacked flavor - maybe we caught them on an off day. Sides tasted like they were store bought. Service was great, super nice. read more

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tried the tri tip and pulled pork and the sandwiches are good! lots of meat which is a plus. the sides are meh imo, the beans seem to be out of a can. i wish they would charges less and skip the sides. had milkshakes which were good. pretty spendy lunch so be prepared for that. wish they provided onion and pickles. read more

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The bbq sandwich was delicious especially the bread and the sauce. It would be great if he des extra sauce on the side since the meat ratio isn't enough for the sauce and makes sense because you don't want the bread to get soggy. Bred was delicious but for me kind of small reminds me of those lobster rolls orders. Comes with potato side and Cole slaw not too impressed on the potatoes just the Cole slaw was better for me. The burrito had great size and the salsa wasn't flavorful. Maybe if he added a side of bbq sauce instead for each dish could be more effective flavor wise. read more

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Melisa R.

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The food here is absolutely delicious!! The owner is lovely and he always makes everything super fast. Great tri tip and pulled pork!

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The best BBQ in town. Menu is limited because these guys perfect their craft. Sides are great too, beans were awesome! Definitely recommend a stop if in town, but try to come earlier in the day. They WILL sell out!! read more

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A must go place if you ever want to find delicacies in Mammoth! After missing closing time by a few minutes, he still served us with what he had! No complaints, and the food was amazing! Great sides and perfect tri-tip sandwich! Perfect for eating with friends or taking home to enjoy! read more

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More info about The Mammoth Smoke Shack

3141 Main St
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
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(760) 924-8491
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Hours

What time does The Mammoth Smoke Shack open?

The Mammoth Smoke Shack opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does The Mammoth Smoke Shack close?

The Mammoth Smoke Shack closes at 7:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.The Mammoth Smoke Shack is closed on Wednesday.

Mon-Tue, Thu-Sun 11:00 AM - 7:00 PMWed Closed

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Does The Mammoth Smoke Shack serve alcohol?

Yes, The Mammoth Smoke Shack serves alcohol.

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Does The Mammoth Smoke Shack have parking?

Yes, The Mammoth Smoke Shack has parking options.

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Smokeyard BBQ and Chop Shop

3.6(1.2k reviews)

1.0 mi

I came here with a friend, and we're both 16. Our waitress took our appetizer and drink orders but…read morenever returned to take our entrées. After waiting over 30 minutes, I eventually had to find another staff member myself. The food was decent but overpriced. I ordered the rock shrimp, which was good, and the wagyu burger, which was mediocre. The atmosphere was also extremely loud and rowdy, feeling more like a bar than a restaurant. Overall, the poor service was by far the biggest issue. Regardless of our age, being ignored for that long left a very disappointing impression of the staff and the restaurant as a whole. It reflects their character.

We only ordered appetizers but left shortly because they were not good-…read moreChips- way too spicy and drenched in seasoning- all we tasted was powdery bbq powder that coated the chips Mozzarella sticks - pretty mid and was not melted like we are accustomed to- The establishment was buzzing and pretty busy especially it's located inside the village. A food place to get a beer, but I would definitely not eat here again.

Shady! Check your receipt. Asks if I want ranch, no mention of charge. It shows up on my bill. Beer was also on menu for $7, but charged $8.

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Shady! Check your receipt. Asks if I want ranch, no mention of charge. It shows up on my bill. Beer was also on menu for $7, but charged $8.

Bar Sierra

3.6(72 reviews)

0.3 mi

I always come to Bar Sierra when I am in town…read more Excellent service, quality food, and great atmosphere The burger is phenomenal

Absolutely incompetent service. Took forever to order drinks, he was not knowledgeable about the…read moremenu. Appetizers came out as the same time as the entrees (ncluding an app we didn't order). We had to request silverware from the busser after all the plates were left and continually got up to refill our own water. The server's attitude disengaged and clueless. We had to flag him down to order another round of drinks because he never checked on us. No boxes were offered to take food home, which was a shame, it was all pretty good. It took so long to get the check, again, another person had to be asked while our server was just hanging out in the kitchen He had no idea how to operate the handheld POS device. When it was pointed out he didn't remove items we didn't order, he did but then left us with a blank screen. Finally, one of us walked to the bar to ask to pay and told the bartender the server didn't know what he was doing. Her response was "it's only his second shift." I mean, ok, if he'd let us know that and apologized for lapses we would have been understanding- or if he'd had an experienced server training him he wouldn't have been the weeds - but even calling it the weeds is generous because it wasnt busy. We said, "ok, it's his second shift but you should know he's doing a terrible job" - as was evidenced by the tables around us who were similarly struggling to order and get their bills. The bartender's response was to shrug, roll her eyes and say "he's trying" while she walked away. If you're charging $30+ for entrees, and people are paying $15+ per drink, we expect more than trying. Oof, if you're treating locals like this, it's gonna be a long shoulder season.

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Eastern Sierra Fruit Co.

4.7(57 reviews)

0.0 mi

Absolute must try!! I was so impressed by the flavors and tenderness of the brisket sandwich. It…read morewas well balanced and I still think about driving up to Mammoth for just this all the time. Customer service was friendly too! Only one mm show though so it can take a little bit longer but definitely worth it! No seating though so we ate in our cars.

It's a one man operation so be patient. But this man is incredible, the service is always warm, the…read morefood is amazing, I got a tritip sandwich and a milkshake and it was perfect. Some of the best bbq I've had. I really recommend eastern Sierra fruit co. If you need a tasty meal

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Mahogany Smoked Meats

been a customer for 56 years . been buying jerky, bacon , chops Canadian bacon . the best you can…read morebuy. give you 10 on everything products service ambiance thank you for your great service. Jeff durham

I freaking love this place. It's a mandatory stop on the way home out of the Mammoth area. I've…read moregotten sandwiches here before and they're tasty, but the real star is their amazing fresh jerky. On my last stop I got the sweet and spicy turkey jerky and teriyaki beef jerky, fully intending that the $45 dollars I spent would last me snacks for at least a week. Let's just say that didn't happen and I didn't regret a second of my jerky induced mania. Two days of jerky bliss, but then the immediate wish I had another trip planned to buy more jerky. Juicy, tasty, chewy DELICIOUS. Great work Mahogany Smoked Meats

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Best club sandwich I've ever had. Had to save half to eat later.

Smokehouse 41

4.5(1.1k reviews)

42.7 mi

Amazing food, service, and scenery ! Nothing beats a great bbq meal after an amazing day in…read moreYosemite

The food was BOMB! Everything was packed with flavor, but the ribs and macaroni were definitely the…read morestandouts for me. The ribs were tender, smoky, and seasoned perfectly, and that macaroni was seriously some of the best I've had. The restaurant was packed when we went, but the staff handled everything really well and got our food out fast. Everyone was super friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. It's also a cute little spot with affordable prices, especially for the amount of food you get. Definitely a place I'd come back to and recommend if you're craving some good BBQ!

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Copper Top BBQ

4.6(2.1k reviews)

49.7 mi

I've never met an Otten I didn't like...I even married one. Hey owners, are we some sort of…read morecousins? Great bbq, and the Big Pine Mega Platter lets you try them all. The pulled pork is tender, but the real magic is in the impossibly tender tri tip, and the Ribs are great as well. The chicken sausage is juicy and sweet, and the Mac and Cheese is gooey, cheesy, and totally awesome. If you're trying to take a roadtrip, time it so you get to eat in Big Pine because this just might be the best stop up the 395!

Was taking an RV trip and on the way to Mammoth, we pulled over to grab some bbq to tide us over…read moreuntil we made it to the cabin. First, plentiful parking, even for our small Cruise America camper. You just queue up outside and then order at the window. While waiting, you can see them smoking and barbecuing away outside. Once you order, you pop inside to pickup your order, cutlery, and sauces. We grabbed the items and dug in as soon as the RV was on the way; the mac and cheese was a delight, and I personally enjoyed that the sandwich had lettuce.

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Holy Smoke Texas Style Barbecue

4.2(2k reviews)

36.8 mi

Food was great, we got the tri-tip with Mac and cheese and a loaded baked potato. Their Mac and…read morecheese is the best Mac and cheese I've ever had. Also loved their hot BBQ sauce and it was fun trying the ghost pepper flavor. Service was great! Cheerful and very attentive! Country Christian music and very western vibes, spot on! Honestly just what we needed on our long drive back home. God bless!!

AMAZING TEXAS-STYLE BBQ!…read more Holy Smoke Texas Style BBQ absolutely delivered! The meat was tender, juicy, smoky, and packed with flavor--exactly what great BBQ should taste like. You can tell they put real time and care into smoking their meats. The portions were generous, the food tasted fresh, and everything we tried was delicious. This is the kind of BBQ that has you thinking about your next visit before you've even finished eating! If you're craving authentic Texas-style BBQ, Holy Smoke is definitely worth the visit. Great food, great flavor, and a place we'll absolutely be coming back to! Highly recommend!

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The Meat House

4.2(21 reviews)

37.1 mi

We were in town for the weekend and stumbled across this butcher shop and we were so glad we did!…read more We stopped in to pick up a couple bone in ribeyes to throw on the grill && oh my, they were delicious!! The older gentleman who helped us was so friendly and helpful & not to mention welcoming; we felt right at home. Anytime we are back in Bishop we will he sure to stop by and pick up some quality meats! Don't skip out on this local gem, you won't regret it!

Tried to go there on a Monday when it says open online. Sign in the says closed for farm animals. 5…read morepeople inside working but wouldn't open the door and sell me 2 steaks. called and told them I'm just passing through and he was very rude!

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Emberz BBQ

4.9(124 reviews)

1.0 mi

This food truck is in a commercial area so we used our GPS to find it…read more We arrived around 3:30 PM on Friday and there was nobody there. We didn't get to meet the owner as he had someone covering for him when we arrived. The menu is quite simple. Unfortunately, they were out of the cornbread and potato salad. We ordered the coleslaw and the beans. The elk sausage is quite tasty, but had quite a kick to it. The brisket was good, but we thought it was a little on the dry side, but the sauce was nice. The coleslaw is good and the beans are delicious but they have quite a kick to them also. I let my husband eat them. We enjoyed our meal with a big salad from Vons.

The food is absolutely phenomenal and the owner was super nice! We all felt like we were entering…read morehis home (though this is a food truck with picnic benches yay!) he was very welcoming and friendly. Everything was delicious. I was truly surprised. The salad was super colorful and the dressing complimented the smoked meats well. The beans were superb (and I don't even really like beans lol). And the star meat dishes were fantastic as expected. You can see the labor of love! We'll be back!

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The Mammoth Butcher And Seafood

4.8(34 reviews)

0.3 mi

It smells so good in there, and I want to eat everything they make. The ceviche was delicious…read more Lovely people.

This place is a pretty unassuming tucked away in a little shopping plaza so I would have never come…read moreacross it on my own but it was highly recommended me by a friend so I came to try it. I wanted the signature butchers cut sandwich but they were sold out when we got there so I got the tri tip and my gf got the sausage and we asked them to cut it in half so we each got half of each. Both sandwiches were bomb! We both liked the tri tip the most, but the sausage was also very good. I definitely want to come back to try the butcher sandwich next time. My only complaint is that there's only one guy back there making sandwiches so if there's a lot of people ahead of you it might take a bit for your order. It's also not cheap though I think the price is worth it.

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Breakfast Club

3.8

(474 reviews)

This charming little cafe was very near our hotel, so we stopped in -- then because we loved the…read morefood, and staff and cinnamon rolls and croissants, we came back the next morning before we left town. It's THAT good. I had the Florentine Benedict -- it's served on an amazing croissant with scrumptious hollandaise sauce. Oh my.... Then granddaughter had a Vegetarian Scramble that was chock-full of delicious veggies. Husband had the Classic Breakfast with a biscuit he raved about. To top it all off, we all shared a cinnamon roll that was out of this world! Service was wonderful and warm -- they call everyone "family" and treat everyone as if they are. Love this place!

The reviews had me sold... unfortunately, the experience did not. I came here specifically because…read moreof all the positive reviews I saw on Yelp. I normally never write reviews, but after seeing so many glowing reviews beforehand, I was genuinely surprised by how disappointing our experience was. I'm honestly still trying to figure out how we had such a different experience from what I was reading. The food: The omelette arrived with the eggs and vegetables basically doing their own thing separate from each other which was an interesting take on an omelette. The pancakes tasted undercooked and had a doughy texture. The service: Not great. Our waiter brought the food and then seemed to disappear. No one checked on us, and we actually had to ask for water refills. There were plenty of empty tables, so the restaurant being busy wasn't an excuse. The next time our waiter came by was with the check. The bill: This is where I really raised an eyebrow. The menu said avocado was $1.75 to add, but we were charged $2.99. When I pointed it out, the waiter removed the charge and added it to the omelette instead. What bothered me was that there was no apology or acknowledgment that we had been overcharged. It was eventually corrected, but the whole thing felt very unprofessional. And unfortunately, both my fiancé and I ended up with pretty stomach ache afterward. I can't say for certain that it was from the food, but the timing definitely wasn't suspicious. Overall, this was a one-and-done for us. Between the food, service, and billing issue, the experience just didn't live up to the Yelp hype. And honestly, it makes me wonder what else they might be getting away with on people's bills. Good thing I always check my receipt before paying. Definitely a reminder to check yours too.

Restaurant At Convict Lake

4.5

(349 reviews)

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If I had 10 thumbs, I would hold them all up for this 'Foodie Paradise' for FLAVOR! We popped in…read moreright at 5 PM for our FIRST time visit, not knowing what to expect. I recommend reservations (we didn't have any), or they will put you in a crummy table like we had. HOWEVER, I would eat off the FLOOR if I had to, knowing what I know NOW! ;b My husband and I both ordered the Surf & Turf special, EACH ITEM ON THE PLATE (faint balsamic glazed red onion petals, lightly flavored cardamom/honey carrot purée, perfectly cooked asparagus, charred fillet, seasoned shrimp and great sourdough bread) had it's own UNIQUE flavor profile. . . The presentation was 'beautiful' . . . I love to cook also, and I can APPRECIATE when something is prepared intentionally with quality and care. . . I told my husband that the Chef, is a TRUE 'Chef'. It was obvious much thought went into the plate and that he takes pride in his work. My husband and I talked about it long after we left. . . One of the best tasting, satisfying meals I have ever had.

We've been coming to Mammoth for 30 years and friends have been telling us to eat at this…read morerestaurant for nearly that long. I guess we're just tired after our hikes and cycling that we didn't want to drive back down to Convict Lake. We finally made reservations for Thursday night at 5:30 PM and headed down. It's really only a 15 minute drive from Mammoth to enjoy dinner in a very lovely setting. We had reviewed the menu online before we came and already decided what we wanted. Unfortunately, they were out of both of those items. I server was Daniel and he was friendly and helpful in choosing other entrees. We split a Caesar salad, which was refreshing. For Andres, we ordered the venison and duck. My husband was worried about the venison, but Daniel assured him that he would find it very tender. Both of the nails were very good, but I think we ended up preferring the venison. The plates were beautifully prepared and served. Our food came out within about 15 minutes. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and the service we received. We will definitely be back again and hopefully the lamb will be available.

Burgers Restaurant

3.7

(880 reviews)

We had a great lunch. The server kindly split our BLT (which was delicious--bacon to die for) into…read morehalf for me and the missus, and split the salad for us as well. Now that we are older, big portions are too much food. So it was nice that they were willing to accommodate us. The owner circulated throughout the dining area chatting with patrons and checking with us. Well done! We stop there every time we are in Mammoth and will continue to do so...

After a long day of hiking, all we were looking forward to was having a delicious and comforting…read moremeal and I'm so glad we stopped by here!! Comfort diner vibes and would highly recommend trying their braised angus beef short rib melt (super flavorful & tender - I'd order this again next time) and pork ribs!! Service was great!

Silver Lake Resort Cafe

4.7

(198 reviews)

We went for breakfast being that we are camping at Silver Lake Resort…read more I had the Silver Lake Special that had 2 pancakes, 2 eggs, & 3 sausages. The pancakes were very good, my eggs came exactly how I order over medium, and the sausageswere very tastybut not too salty. My wife had the Chile Relleno with 2 eggs and country potatoes. She said it was the best relleno. Service was super fast and friendly offering refills of coffee and tea. The decor is like a cozy cabin; warm and inviting. A perfect meal on a cold and windy day!

Nice condos away from the mammoth village. Quiet area. Only…read more5 min. Drive from the village. Well equipped kitchen. We didn't cook. Too hot to cook. I gave only 4 stars because no A/C in the units! 2 ceiling fans. unit temp 78 f. Too hot for me. No food service in the resort. Great jaccuzis. Friendly staff. Helped with ideas. Went to Mono Lake. June lake, Convict Lake.( 3 miles walk around- a must!) Silver lake resort( cabins for rental)has the best meals in their restaurant. Scenic gondola. A must! Bit pricy $39/ pp but totally worth it. Spent 3 hrs at the summit. 11,000 ft elevation.

Basin Cafe

4.3

(149 reviews)

Wow, what a gem in such a small town. The burgers are…read moreperfectly made, with good ingredients, and huge. The atmosphere/surroundings are even better. The stuff is super nice. You can't ask more in a location like just outside of Yosemite.

Not much around this town, but this Basin Cafe is great! This is a pretty cute place. They have a…read morewell decorated yard with plenty of spacious seating around the area. They also have plenty of seats indoor as well. Their menu is extensive, mainly serving burgers, sandwiches, salads, or soup with some pastries available at the counter or fridge. My partner ended up getting their Mono Burger while I got their Salad and Soup (Soup of the Day). We chose to do outdoor seating and there were quite a few birds flittering around. Our order came relatively quickly. Soup of the day today was sweet potato soup and it is just like it's name - a creamy sweet potato soup and it was yum. No frills or anything added which is perfectly great. As for the salad, it was just a standard house salad with some lettuce, tomatoes, croutons and such. I opted for the honey balsamic dressing and it's a nice, fresh choice after backpacking. My partner's burger was massive. It came with 1/2 lb beef - it was a massive meat patty! But he said it was delicious and well earned. We also got a salted caramel brownie which was decadent! It's a little dense, but super chocolatey and I love the crackly top layer with some caramel drizzle.

Bodie Mike's Barbeque

3.3

(242 reviews)

I'm just a tourist passing through Lee Vining, and I found this place on Yelp on a Sunday night…read more What a great find. This place was amazing! I ordered the tri-tip sandwich, and the chef absolutely delivered. It may honestly be the best tri-tip I've had in Northern California. The portion was generous, the price was very reasonable, and everything tasted fresh and perfectly made. Andres and his team were on top of everything and made me feel genuinely welcome from the moment I walked in. Great food, great service, and a great experience all around. Ohhhh... and the dessert? I went with the Miner's Madness, and it was the perfect way to finish the meal. Highly recommend!

My family stopped at had a quick lunch after leaving Yosemite. The burger and tots were generic…read more(which is good for me), my son said the tri-tip sandwich he said was good but my husband said the pulled pork sandwich was overwhelmed by the very ketchup-y bbq sauce. Server was quick and food came out right away.

Mono Cone

4.0

(284 reviews)

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If you're driving through Lee Vining, Mono Cone is a must stop! We stopped in after exploring the…read morearea and it was exactly what we needed cold, creamy, delicious, and a perfect little treat with that classic roadside mountain-town vibe. The kids were very happy, and honestly, so were the adults! Great spot to cool off, grab a cone, and enjoy the beautiful Eastern Sierra scenery. Definitely adding this to our Lee Vining stops!

Cute little ice cream spot! They have lots of different flavors, and you can even swirl multiple…read moreflavors together which is fun what makes this place unique. We came with a group of 8, and everyone ordered something different. Everyone really enjoyed their ice cream, so that's definitely a plus :) One thing to be aware of the parking lot right in front has a big dip. If you have a lower vehicle or one with side steps, you may want to park on the side instead. Our friend's truck scraped the side rails pulling in :/ The only downside was the service. My order was made incorrectly, and instead of fixing it, the employee insisted it was correct .. even though it wasn't Since it was only a kids (tot) size (about $4), I didn't want to make a big deal out of it and just ate what I was given. However, I did felt feel after our group had ordered eight ice creams, remaking one small order would've been an easy way to provide good customer service but they chose not to. ‍ Overall, the ice cream was good, there were plenty of flavor options, and it's a cute place to stop if you're craving something sweet.

Nicely's

3.3

(475 reviews)

i always make it a point to stop here when i'm in the area…read more the fried chicken is to die for it's takes awhile cause they make it fresh but they tell you that upfront. i was particularly impressed how they let anyone that stopped by to use the restrooms weather or not they eating there

Looking for lunch while driving to Mammoth Ski Resort. Stumbled upon this diner that started back…read morein 1965. It was a nice cozy diner and it was exactly what we were expecting. The staff were very friendly and attentive, always coming to check if my fiancé needed more coffee. I ordered the Mike's special and my fiancé got the Nicely's special. We also got the bread pudding Ala mode. It was sooo delicious. The crinkle fries were nice and crispy and the sandwich was nice and flavorful as well. It is definitely great diner food. This place reminded me of a diner we had back at home in Hawaii and it had history just like this diner but due to COVID that diner closed its door. It was one of the last standing diners that we had and they got closed. So I was very happy to experience this diner vibe again. If you're on your way to or from Mammoth, you should definitely stop to try if you haven't.

Old New York Deli & Bakery

3.4

(586 reviews)

It's in the village facing the street side…read more Service is mechanical and down to business...I can see the value in not being social...helps keep the line moving along. It's busy with folks who know what they want...so there is some definite order anxiety if you aren't sure what you want...better be ready. I really enjoyed my everything bagel with egg and cheese. The bagel was soft with a ton of the everything seasoning. I also got a vanilla latte...it was solid. I choose to eat outside since the inside isn't conducive for relaxing.. It's a bit cramped and opposite where people pick up their orders so there is a constant stream of people in a narrow space. Outside tables were nice. They are right on the street but it wasn't all that busy and you could still enjoy all the pine trees.

We remembered this place fondly from a previous trip, but this time we found some big flaws…read more The good: Sandwiches, pickles, and potato salad are delicious! The bad: The matzoh ball soup is a sad joke! The broth tastes like water ( not even salted water!! ) And the matzoh balls are just mushy matzoh! No salt, no flavor, mushy texture. Fries were underdone Verdict: Stick with the sandwiches! And ask for the fries well done or, better yet, get the cole slaw or potato salad!

The EATery

3.8

(362 reviews)