The River Restaurant & Lounge
$$ • American, Lounges
Hours:
11134 CA-140, El Portal
(209) 379-2183
About The River Restaurant & Lounge
Customers' Favorites
Recent Reviews
We were pleasantly surprised by the service, hospitality, menu and delicious food. We were returning after a long day in Yosemite that ended with a hike to the top of Vernal Falls that took longer than we expected during a heat wave, 102 degrees. We wanted to get back before the 8:30 PM closing, but a very slow driver in front of us slowed our progress back. We were a couple minutes late and pleaded and the restaurant kindly let us in. Our party included 3 generations. Everyone...read full review
very good service.
nice people
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 5 - 8:30PM 7 - 10AM |
| Tuesday | 5 - 8:30PM 7 - 10AM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 8:30PM 7 - 10AM |
| Thursday | 7 - 10AM 5 - 8:30PM |
| Friday | 5 - 8:30PM 7 - 10AM |
| Saturday | 5 - 8:30PM 7 - 10AM |
| Sunday | 5 - 8:30PM 7 - 10AM |
The River Restaurant & Lounge is a cozy dining establishment, recognized as one of the few options in the area. The restaurant offers a range of dishes, including the popular Chicken Marsala, Chicken Wings, and Ribs. Recently, the steak has been noted for its great flavor, and the salad bar provides a good variety.
The service is generally quick and friendly, although there have been some mix-ups with orders in the past. The Alfredo fettuccine and the black bean burger have received positive reviews, while the wild mushroom ravioli is also well-prepared.
Despite the occasionally high prices and average dinners, the warm meals and comfortable atmosphere make The River Restaurant & Lounge a worthwhile stop, especially for tourists visiting the Yosemite View Lodge during the off-season. The restaurant aims to provide a satisfying dining experience for its guests.