Dining at Rush Creek

Enjoy delicious food and drinks in a relaxed mountain atmosphere

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Restaurant

Classic mountain cuisine with a California twist

The Restaurant at Rush Creek is the main place for you to relax and enjoy an authentic mountain lodge style breakfast or dinner in an atmosphere that is relaxed and friendly, vibrant and sophisticated. It offers an expansive dining area with a variety of seating, including intimate booths and areas for larger groups, as well as a spacious outdoor terrace, where you can take in the beauty of the surrounding forest and glorious sunsets. 

Tavern

A Yosemite classic!

Belly up to the bar, cozy up in your own booth, make new friends at the communal table or hang out on the terrace overlooking the pool area. We don’t mind telling you that we’re proud of our selection of local craft brews, and our signature cocktails and desserts that change with the seasons are memorable and delicious. Enjoy casual dining for lunch and dinner daily. 

Pool Bar

Enjoy delicious food & drinks poolside!

Dive into a whole new world of fun in the woods with happy hour and a classic summer barbecue at our festive pool bar. Great food and drinks plus a soothing saltwater pool and hot tub - what a perfect way to round out the day’s adventures!

General Store

Offering coffee, trail lunches, snacks and more

Our General Store has everything you need for your stay with us and for your adventures in Yosemite. There’s plenty to eat and drink, from trail ready breakfast and lunch items to Happy Hour supplies and fresh gelato. Find gifts, games and gear galore, plus so much more!

Meet the Chef

The heart and soul of the kitchen

Early on the kitchen grabbed Anthony Lemens’ attention, working in restaurants that showcased local ingredients season to season growing up in Door County, Wisconsin. But what really ignited Lemens’ passions was working as an assistant to his mother in a small bakery. 

For reservations you can call us at (209)­ 379-2373, email your request to our team at rachelt@rushcreeklodge.com, or reserve on Open Table below.