We decided to stop in randomly in July following a day of downhill riding for a beverage. It was a hot day so we gathered on the patio under an inviting red umbrella. My sons huckleberry lemonade was delicious. Husband had a local IPA and I had the Spiked Strawberry Limeade (vodka). I liked it so much I ordered another when we returned later that night during a free concert.
It was late afternoon. We were enjoying the patio and decided to just eat an early dinner as well.
The Buffalo cauliflower is a must. Cauliflower prepared and served just like your favorite buffalo wings- we ordered ours with blue cheese and ranch sauce. Wow! I would come back just for the cauliflower. Did I just say that? Really? Yes I did !!! My son had the To Die For Grilled Cheese panini with bacon, tomatoes and avocado. I would totally order that on another visit if in the mood for that dish. It was served with what appeared to be fresh, hand cut, homemade fried potato chips. I would come here again just to nibble on those homemade chips with a beverage. Ps I love potato chips. Especially very good ones.
My husband and I split the Kobe burger. This was a very good solid burger, very tasty and yes it was satisfying. I'm not sure about it being actual Kobe beef? I mean what percentage of meat needs to be Kobe to call it "Kobe" beef? I digress... this patty looked like a premade patty from Costco or McDonalds. I was less than thrilled by the look of the actual meat patty. However, like I said before, it was indeed a very GOOD tasty burger. Good bun, fresh fixings etc. So what do I know? I liked it and I would certainly order it again.
I'm surprised by the quality of this meal at the now defunct Tamarack Resort. The resort offers very limited weekend service during the summer, so my expectations were low. The staff was friendly and accommodating. I even spied the chef walking around the patio tending to some home grown tomatoes and herbs. I'm hopeful and want to support Tamarack whenever possible. It was a very nice end to a super fun family day of riding. I enjoyed having the amenity of a nice spot to grab a drink and some good grub at the foot of the mountain. read more