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The Lakefront Restaurant

Twin Lakes Road, Lake Mary Rd. (off Rte. 203), Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
800-237-6879
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Ranked #11 of 55 restaurants in Mammoth Lakes
Cuisines: American
Good for: Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Seal Beach, California
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

Excellent presentation and food was superb! The restaurant is small and so I would recommend reservations. Cannot say enough about the service and the menu choices. There was a large party in the room and it did get noisy but that would not discourage me from.returning. Well worth the drive.

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Bishop, CA
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46 reviews 46 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

Must have reservations for a fine dining meal at this wonderful gem of a restaurant in the Tamarack Lodge on Lake Mary. Glorious scenery and lodge ambience and wonderful food and wine. The truffles appetizer is especially wonderful.

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Seal Beach, CA
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24 reviews 24 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2013

Burn up the calories skiing at Tamarack cross country ski center, then put them back on at this excellent restaurant at the historic lodge. Be sure to call for reservations. Try to book around sunset to see the Alpine glow on the mountains and sun on the lake. The food is exceptional. One of the best spots in Mammoth.

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San Diego, California
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34 reviews 34 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2013

We have dined here on many occasions and have always had a wonderful meal. Dinner or lunch has always been great not matter the season. This stop was for a midday break from a very cold X-country ski day. It was the first time for all of us and we each took a spill in the snow and the temperature... More

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Bakersfield, California
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15 reviews 15 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2013

Let me start by saying I had high expectations. It was the night of our one year anniversary and my husband let me plan the dinner. I chose this place because of the reviews and thought it would take us out of the league of run of mill service. Sadly mistaken. I called in advance for a private seat with... More

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Los Angeles, California
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153 reviews 153 reviews
61 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 80 cities Reviews in 80 cities
97 helpful votes 97 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2013

New chef Very exceptional food for anywhere we have been in world. We choose the offbeat dishes. We didn’t look at the wine list. Menu not set up for kids. We had pomegranate salad, game pate then elk medallions and duck breast over cassoulet of white bean/duck sausage/duck confit, then dark choc cake with a coffee note balanced with vanilla... More

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Carlsbad, CA USA
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37 reviews 37 reviews
28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

It is really a shame that the Leavey Group took over this restaurant. This used to be the best place in town. Sadly, those days are no more. The atmosphere is still awesome, but the food is cafeteria quality at best, but for Tavern on the Green prices! Go to Austria Hof or Petra's in town for a much better... More

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Irvine, California, United States
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2013

We loved Lakefront and shared the experience with family and friends over the years. Knowing a new chef was on board we were excited to see the changes. I realize when a new chef is in charge they want to have their own signature. My question is but WHY get rid of the many favorites of their long time patrons,... More

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Buderim, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2013

Visiting from Australia this was a real surprise. Outstanding food (I had the porcetta which was pork belly rolled with fennel and kale on a bed of farro; my fellow guests had the elk which was likewise world class). Excellent service including a very helpful server who was able to advise on local West coast wines. The venue whilst small... More

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Shanghai, China
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26 reviews 26 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 November 2012

The restaurant is just beside the Lake. We have lunch inside, the place is warm as well as the food and service. Quite enjoy.

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