We were amazed by the food and ambiance of this restaurant in this tiny little town! The owners are super friendly too. We just drove across the Great Basin and were starved for veggies and this place delivered! The pesto pasta was chock full of seasonal CA bounty and was perfectly cooked and seasoned.
We didn’t have reservations but thankfully they had space for two walk-in’s.
Side note - I absentmindedly left my credit card there, and the kind owners went through the trouble of mailing it to me! Above and beyond!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Crabill
Phenomenal food! And some of the best service we've ever experienced at a restaurant. The owners are extremely friendly and personable, as was our waitress. My wife had the French dip -- easily the best French dip either of us have had. I had the sea bass, which was also excellent with a perfect combination of flavors. We also had a salad, and the flourless cake, both of which were superb. They say on their website that they often book a week in advance, but we were able to get a table for two by calling the day before. We were celebrating our anniversary and agreed it was the best anniversary dinner ever!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marcus Teissedre
My spouse and I have been going to The Drifters Table about once a year for a while now. This was our first time returning since the new owners took over. To be honest, we were a little worried as is natural with change. The previous owners did such a good job establishing something special and unique to find in the rural farmland of California. The new owners had a lot to live up to.
I can honestly say they have done an excellent job carrying the torch. The menu is definitely different, and at the same time, still has that home cooked high quality farm flair. My pan seared bass was the perfect crispy with accompanied by excellent Mediterranean flavors. Though we were a little too late to sample the cheesecake for dessert, the orange Crème brûlée was probably one of the top 3 Crème brûlée I ever have had. That's coming from someone who has sampled many a Crème brûlée growing up in Vegas. Hats off to Chef Nathan!
The staff were also just so delightful and were the cherry on top of a great evening. The owners Teri and Chuck and such fun energy and our waitress Liz was so funny and knowledgeable about the food. Were excited that this place will continue to be a special place we can return to! Thank you all for making our 10 year anniversary amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Noah Baird
Teri and Chuck are very inviting and passionate about what they do. I was blown away by the quality, preparation, plating, service, atmosphere. Highly recommend!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Liz Johnson
A friend recommended we eat here during our visit to Loyalton and I am so glad they did. What an amazing meal. The lamb and steak were cooked perfectly and the sides complemented them. We had cheese cake (as suggested by a fellow patron as we arrived) and the crème brûlée. Everything was delicious and the staff were wonderful. I wish we lived closer so we could visit again!
Sammi Maon-Lovell
Hands down the best restaurant we’ve eaten on a 3-wk roadtrip — and that includes meals in Mammoth Lakes, Napa, Mendocino, the Oregon Coast, Portland, and Bend. Every dish was thoughtful, balanced, and beautifully executed. You can taste the freshness and care in the ingredients and the creativity in the flavors. Service was warm and attentive without being overbearing. It’s rare to find a place that feels both special and comfortable — this one nails it. Worth going out of your way for. **Reservations recommended **
Appetizers: Caesar Salad - anchovies tasted like ones I bought from Spain Salmon Cakes salad - perfectly cooked: moist and fresh! Meals: Rack of Lamb - medium rare as lamb should be cooked; the turnips were delicious! Salmon - perfectly crispy skin with finishing salt just exquisite! Desserts: Crème Brulee - the orange infusion gave an interesting take Chocolate Flourless Cake - so light!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wags \u0026 Ruffs
We were staying in Truckee and decided to make the drive to the Drifter's Table and it was SO worth it! One of the best meals I have had and the setting is right out of a movie set. The new owners have created a little slice of heaven in this small town and our family could not have been happier. We will definitely be back!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ryan Hodson
I couldn't recommend this place higher. The food was incredible. The people were great. And the atmosphere is second to none.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ben Pilot
Perfect food
Michael Hodson
Really lovely place with very friendly owners. Had a jalapeño burger that was cooked properly, not too spicey. Wine list was small, but really good prices on all of them. Outdoor seating area had a retro feel and provided a great view of the surrounding hills.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lori Lomas
Wonderful, quaint, hidden gem. The food is 5 star and the service is hands on and personal in this no fuss, bistro style restaurant. The view of Sierra Valley adds to the appeal. Treat yourself to a night out here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Paul Moylan
Amazing Restaurant.
Great new Owners who are the best
Nathan the chef is a legend in the kitchen
Great staff all round
Wombat friendly lol
Kitridge Foster
It was not open when I went. But you have to give it up for the only restaurant in town.
Harry Situations (Harry Situations)
This is definitely the crown jewel of Loyalton. Jeanne creates such amazing dishes and cooks them to perfection. In fact, perfection is a good way to describe the entire dining experience at The Drifter’s Table. Don’t forget to save room for dessert!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sarah Parsons
Wow! What an incredible experience. The food here is excellent and fresh and some of the best I’ve had in a looong time. Lovely patio and staff. Wow wow wow. 10/10, will be back again!
We were amazed by the food and ambiance of this restaurant in this tiny little town! The owners are super friendly too. We just drove across the Great Basin and were starved for veggies and this place delivered! The pesto pasta was chock full of seasonal CA bounty and was perfectly cooked and seasoned.
We didn’t have reservations but thankfully they had space for two walk-in’s.
Side note - I absentmindedly left my credit card there, and the kind owners went through the trouble of mailing it to me! Above and beyond!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Phenomenal food! And some of the best service we've ever experienced at a restaurant. The owners are extremely friendly and personable, as was our waitress. My wife had the French dip -- easily the best French dip either of us have had. I had the sea bass, which was also excellent with a perfect combination of flavors. We also had a salad, and the flourless cake, both of which were superb. They say on their website that they often book a week in advance, but we were able to get a table for two by calling the day before. We were celebrating our anniversary and agreed it was the best anniversary dinner ever!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
My spouse and I have been going to The Drifters Table about once a year for a while now. This was our first time returning since the new owners took over. To be honest, we were a little worried as is natural with change. The previous owners did such a good job establishing something special and unique to find in the rural farmland of California. The new owners had a lot to live up to.
I can honestly say they have done an excellent job carrying the torch. The menu is definitely different, and at the same time, still has that home cooked high quality farm flair. My pan seared bass was the perfect crispy with accompanied by excellent Mediterranean flavors. Though we were a little too late to sample the cheesecake for dessert, the orange Crème brûlée was probably one of the top 3 Crème brûlée I ever have had. That's coming from someone who has sampled many a Crème brûlée growing up in Vegas. Hats off to Chef Nathan!
The staff were also just so delightful and were the cherry on top of a great evening. The owners Teri and Chuck and such fun energy and our waitress Liz was so funny and knowledgeable about the food. Were excited that this place will continue to be a special place we can return to! Thank you all for making our 10 year anniversary amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Teri and Chuck are very inviting and passionate about what they do. I was blown away by the quality, preparation, plating, service, atmosphere. Highly recommend!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A friend recommended we eat here during our visit to Loyalton and I am so glad they did. What an amazing meal. The lamb and steak were cooked perfectly and the sides complemented them. We had cheese cake (as suggested by a fellow patron as we arrived) and the crème brûlée. Everything was delicious and the staff were wonderful. I wish we lived closer so we could visit again!
Hands down the best restaurant we’ve eaten on a 3-wk roadtrip — and that includes meals in Mammoth Lakes, Napa, Mendocino, the Oregon Coast, Portland, and Bend. Every dish was thoughtful, balanced, and beautifully executed. You can taste the freshness and care in the ingredients and the creativity in the flavors. Service was warm and attentive without being overbearing. It’s rare to find a place that feels both special and comfortable — this one nails it. Worth going out of your way for. **Reservations recommended **
Appetizers:
Caesar Salad - anchovies tasted like ones I bought from Spain
Salmon Cakes salad - perfectly cooked: moist and fresh!
Meals:
Rack of Lamb - medium rare as lamb should be cooked; the turnips were delicious!
Salmon - perfectly crispy skin with finishing salt just exquisite!
Desserts:
Crème Brulee - the orange infusion gave an interesting take
Chocolate Flourless Cake - so light!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We were staying in Truckee and decided to make the drive to the Drifter's Table and it was SO worth it! One of the best meals I have had and the setting is right out of a movie set. The new owners have created a little slice of heaven in this small town and our family could not have been happier. We will definitely be back!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I couldn't recommend this place higher. The food was incredible. The people were great. And the atmosphere is second to none.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Perfect food
Really lovely place with very friendly owners. Had a jalapeño burger that was cooked properly, not too spicey. Wine list was small, but really good prices on all of them. Outdoor seating area had a retro feel and provided a great view of the surrounding hills.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wonderful, quaint, hidden gem. The food is 5 star and the service is hands on and personal in this no fuss, bistro style restaurant. The view of Sierra Valley adds to the appeal. Treat yourself to a night out here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing Restaurant. Great new Owners who are the best Nathan the chef is a legend in the kitchen Great staff all round Wombat friendly lol
It was not open when I went. But you have to give it up for the only restaurant in town.
This is definitely the crown jewel of Loyalton. Jeanne creates such amazing dishes and cooks them to perfection. In fact, perfection is a good way to describe the entire dining experience at The Drifter’s Table. Don’t forget to save room for dessert!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow! What an incredible experience. The food here is excellent and fresh and some of the best I’ve had in a looong time. Lovely patio and staff. Wow wow wow. 10/10, will be back again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Meatballs, Pesto
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