The dining scene is small, local, and trend free. Burgers, beer, steaks, milkshakes, and the kind of meals that taste especially good after a day outside.
Big Meadow Brewing Company
Located inside a historic building on Main Street, Big Meadow Brewing Company has quickly become one of the community gathering spots in town.
The brewery serves a rotating lineup of craft beers alongside burgers, sandwiches, and elevated pub fare. On summer evenings, the patio fills with anglers coming off the river, hikers returning from the Hoover Wilderness, and road trippers making their way along Highway 395.
Order a pint, sit outside, and watch Bridgeport move at its own pace.
Burger Barn
A longtime local favorite, Burger Barn serves exactly what the name suggests.
Burgers, sandwiches, fries, and comfort food anchor the menu, making it an easy stop after a day at Twin Lakes or Bodie. Portions are generous, the atmosphere is casual, and nobody seems particularly interested in reinventing the hamburger.
Which is part of the appeal.
Jolly Kone
Jolly Kone has been serving burgers, fries, soft serve, and milkshakes to generations of locals and travelers. During summer weekends, you’ll often find a line stretching into the parking lot.
Order a shake and take your time.
Nobody’s in a hurry here.
Bridgeport Inn
Built in the 1870s, the historic Bridgeport Inn remains one of the most recognizable buildings in Mono County.
The restaurant serves steaks, seafood, pasta, and classic American fare inside a dining room that has welcomed travelers for more than a century. The bar remains a favorite gathering place for locals and visitors alike.
After a day exploring the valley, it feels like the kind of place you naturally end up.
Virginia Creek Settlement
Located south of town along Highway 395, Virginia Creek Settlement combines historic cabins, mountain scenery, and hearty meals.
It’s a natural stop before heading toward Virginia Lakes, Bodie, or Yosemite’s eastern entrance. The setting feels distinctly Eastern Sierra, where dinner often comes with a view of open meadows and surrounding peaks.
Rhino’s Sports Bar & Grill
Part sports bar, part local hangout, Rhino’s serves pizza, burgers, beer, and comfort food in a relaxed setting.
Expect anglers talking about fishing conditions, travelers planning tomorrow’s route, and locals catching up after work.
The conversation is usually as good as the food.
