Small winery on the way to Yosemite's south side entrance. We stopped here after a brief visit to the nearby Bass Lake for their wine tasting. The wine selection was good (favorite was the red blend) but the charcuterie board was absolutely amazing (the blue cheese they serve + jam was delicious - and this is coming from someone who typically doesn't like blue cheese). Staff were super friendly and they allow dogs inside which is fantastic on a cold day. Definitely stop by for a sip and a bite.
Carol K.
We stopped in for a quick bite to eat, not realizing what time it was. We got there five minutes before closing. They couldn't have been nicer or more gracious! We were seated, served and visited with ! The food was delightful (a delicious salad, excellent bread and olives, etc) and we had a lovely time.
Jennifer Y.
I booked a party of 9 here for my partner's birthday, and the food and service were top-notch. The staff was communicative, kind, and so easy to work with. The food was really good too; ingredients tasted fresh and special, especially the eggs dishes. The croque madame was really special, dang that gravy!! I liked the decor too, felt homey and chill.
Lisa Rhorer
Charming restaurant, delicious Grenache Blanc and the gluten free pizza was incredible.
D H.
A gem at the entrance to Yosemite. Great locally owned business with very memorable wine & a commitment to community. Stroll the river & breathe
Melanie B.
The menu is creative and offers something for everyone. The owners are awesome and there's inside and outside dining. Both settings are lovely.
Daryn T.
What a gem in Oakhurst! Fantastic food, curated list of great wines, friendly owners and warm mountain vibe :). Bonus: the chocolate torte is one of the most fantastic desserts ever! Highly recommend, we'll be back .
Stephenie Jewett
Delicious food and wine.. Friendly service too!
Wil S.
It's a fun place to go on a summer evening to dance, sip good wine and meet friends new and old.lLove the live music and the fact we can bring noshes or order DELICIOUS foods! The trees and grounds are perfect!
Justine R.
Loved this place. The food and wine was amazing. Jen and the kitchen staff were the best! 10/10
Excellent food and great wine. Always friendly service. Not super handicap accessible.
Bec S.
I stumbled upon Idle Hour while staying at Queen's Inn By The River this weekend for a personal retreat. What an absolute gem! The atmosphere, creativity of dish creation and incredible wine selection work in amazing harmony to create a full experience that will have you returning time and again to see what new creation has been paired perfectly to delight your palette. I'd planned for a single meal over the weekend and ended up at a table for every one. I'll be back soon, and I'll bring my husband and friends too!
Erdmann Rogge
What a delight of a restaurant. The food is simply divine. The Stark is fresh and cooked to perfection. The pork belly is unique!
Amber Persson
Favorite place to eat in oakhurst! Every food item and wine I’ve had were so tasty!
Julia Bell
This place is truly a hidden gem in the mountains. We had a delicious and wonderful dinner here with a really great staff and wine! I believe Jamie was the waitress we had and they were extremely helpful and friendly. The wine was great, a lot of grape varietals I enjoy that they made into blends which was refreshing to try. We had a few shareables, all really yummy and then the ribeye as our main meal, also great. We then shared the special dessert, a fresh apple pie—so good!! They also have some house cats on the property that were very friendly and made the place feel more homely. Wish we had come earlier to do a tasting but highly suggest coming for dinner, fresh and delicious!!
Small winery on the way to Yosemite's south side entrance. We stopped here after a brief visit to the nearby Bass Lake for their wine tasting. The wine selection was good (favorite was the red blend) but the charcuterie board was absolutely amazing (the blue cheese they serve + jam was delicious - and this is coming from someone who typically doesn't like blue cheese). Staff were super friendly and they allow dogs inside which is fantastic on a cold day. Definitely stop by for a sip and a bite.
We stopped in for a quick bite to eat, not realizing what time it was. We got there five minutes before closing. They couldn't have been nicer or more gracious! We were seated, served and visited with ! The food was delightful (a delicious salad, excellent bread and olives, etc) and we had a lovely time.
I booked a party of 9 here for my partner's birthday, and the food and service were top-notch. The staff was communicative, kind, and so easy to work with. The food was really good too; ingredients tasted fresh and special, especially the eggs dishes. The croque madame was really special, dang that gravy!! I liked the decor too, felt homey and chill.
Charming restaurant, delicious Grenache Blanc and the gluten free pizza was incredible.
A gem at the entrance to Yosemite. Great locally owned business with very memorable wine & a commitment to community. Stroll the river & breathe
The menu is creative and offers something for everyone. The owners are awesome and there's inside and outside dining. Both settings are lovely.
What a gem in Oakhurst! Fantastic food, curated list of great wines, friendly owners and warm mountain vibe :). Bonus: the chocolate torte is one of the most fantastic desserts ever! Highly recommend, we'll be back .
Delicious food and wine.. Friendly service too!
It's a fun place to go on a summer evening to dance, sip good wine and meet friends new and old.lLove the live music and the fact we can bring noshes or order DELICIOUS foods! The trees and grounds are perfect!
Loved this place. The food and wine was amazing. Jen and the kitchen staff were the best! 10/10
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Excellent food and great wine. Always friendly service. Not super handicap accessible.
I stumbled upon Idle Hour while staying at Queen's Inn By The River this weekend for a personal retreat. What an absolute gem! The atmosphere, creativity of dish creation and incredible wine selection work in amazing harmony to create a full experience that will have you returning time and again to see what new creation has been paired perfectly to delight your palette. I'd planned for a single meal over the weekend and ended up at a table for every one. I'll be back soon, and I'll bring my husband and friends too!
What a delight of a restaurant. The food is simply divine. The Stark is fresh and cooked to perfection. The pork belly is unique!
Favorite place to eat in oakhurst! Every food item and wine I’ve had were so tasty!
This place is truly a hidden gem in the mountains. We had a delicious and wonderful dinner here with a really great staff and wine! I believe Jamie was the waitress we had and they were extremely helpful and friendly. The wine was great, a lot of grape varietals I enjoy that they made into blends which was refreshing to try. We had a few shareables, all really yummy and then the ribeye as our main meal, also great. We then shared the special dessert, a fresh apple pie—so good!! They also have some house cats on the property that were very friendly and made the place feel more homely. Wish we had come earlier to do a tasting but highly suggest coming for dinner, fresh and delicious!!