Where To Eat
Chain restaurants may be king where you come from but up here, it's all about the mom-and-pop drive-ins, cafe, and diners. They're full of character and small town charm and they serve really good food. Check out some of our favorite local spots:
Papa Dogs at the Corner Mart
1121 Main St, Weaverville, CA • 530-623-3690
If you're here on a Thursday or Friday, be sure to hit up Papa Dogs for their tri-tip sandwich. With au jus for dipping, a side of fresh coleslaw, chips and a drink, this hearty lunch never disappoints. Their gourmet hot dogs are well-loved and the hot sandwiches are delicious. They have a lovely outdoor seating area and the convenience of a corner mart if you are in need of a few things.
Mamma Llama Eatery & Cafe
490 Main St, Weaverville, CA • 530-623-6363
This eclectic coffee shop cafe is a rare find. Their array of teas and coffee flavors is staggering and their sandwiches and wraps are absolutely delicious. Our fave is a turkey bagel sandwich with sprouts, cucumber and sundried tomato hummus. It's also a comic book lover's paradise.
Red Dragon
625 Main St, Weaverville, CA • 530-623-3000
The Chinese food place in town is also in a wonderfully old historic building painted fire engine red. They serve classic Chinese dishes that are never oily and always just plain good. Try the fried rice and broccoli & beef. So tasty.
The Strawhouse
31301 State Hwy 299, Big Flat, CA 96048 • 530-623-1990
It’s worth the drive. The coffee is excellent and the brick oven pizzas are in a class of their own (the Arugula pizza is good enough to make even the most discerning foodie grin). But the crown jewel at the Strawhouse is their show-stopping riverside patio view. The Strawhouse also has beautiful guest cabins we highly recommend.
The Red House
86 S Miner St, Weaverville, CA • 530-623-1635
Although they aren’t technically a restaurant, we would be remiss in leaving out this hidden Weaverville treasure. People travel from all over to stop in for a coffee at the Red House. Their patio is legendary, the drinks are all fantastic and the staff is always friendly. Be sure to hit their drive-thru on your way in or out of town. Or better yet, head over for a team meeting on the patio. You’ll love it!