Featured Dining

Sierra Nevada House

Enjoy a fine dining experience in elegant surroundings, savoring such menu items as seafood, pasta and steak. Summer weekends, look for an outdoor barbecue and live music at the more casual River Cafe.
530-626-8096
Sierra Nevada House

Cafe Mahjaic

In the historic and now extensively remodeled Adam Lowry building on Lotus Road in Lotus, chef John Metropulos prepares New American cuisine and specials that change with the seasons. Organic food used when available. 5 p.m. until close.
530-622-9587
Cafe Mahjaic

Additional Eateries

Argonaut: Next to the Coloma post office, this little cafe, under new ownership, features sandwiches, ice cream, fresh lemonade, and coffee. Reproduction antiques are also sold. 10-5 daily except Tuesday. (530) 621-4008

Coloma Club: Classic hearty American fare served at breakfast, lunch and dinner. (530) 626-6390

Gold Miner Garden Cafe: Located at Ponderosa Park, this small cafe features standard breakfast and lunch fare, including egg dishes and sandwiches. A specialty is broaster chicken.

Marco's Café: Serving Roman-style pizza, salads, Italian espresso drinks and local beer and wine in an outdoor setting, this popular hangout offers live entertainment during the summer months. (530) 642-2025

Quail Run: Tucked away in the Grange Hall in Coloma, this cafe offers simple fare such as hamburgers, hot dogs and milkshakes. Open 7 a.m.-7 p.m. daily depending on season.

River Shack: Deli sandwiches and beverages are served in a friendly atmosphere. Eat in or out. (530) 626-1334

Sierra Rizing Bakery: Coffee, tea, yummy fresh-baked goods, and simple lunches are served at this busy little place. High-speed Internet access. Open daily year-round from 5:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., with extended summer hours. (530) 642-1308

Starving Dog Pizza: Monday - Thursday 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Weekends Noon to Close. (530) 622-3100

Take a Bite Deli: Renovated and under new ownership, this deli features a diverse menu, including daily specials, soups, salads and vegetarian menus. Open year-round 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. (530) 642-8482