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The Independent Restaurant and Bar, Placerville, CA

The Independent Restaurant and Bar

4.8
4.8
672 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 14 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for happy hour
  • Great for fine wines
OPEN 5 days/week for INDOOR & EXTENSIVE OUTDOOR Covered Dining and Take-out Orders.

The Staff will try their best to accommodate all seating requests, but cannot guarantee all specific table requests will be available. Current Hours are: Wednesday - Saturday: 11:30am - 9pm Sunday: 11:30am - 8pm (closed Mon/Tues)

The Independent Restaurant and Bar offers guests and neighbors in Placerville, California a place to gather and enjoy refreshing fare and drinks. To start, peruse their famous craft cocktail menu and local beer and wine selections, then check out their creative appetizers, including turnip fries, flash- fried calamari, tempura prawns, or their famous ahi tartare. Main courses at The Independent Restaurant and Bar include Buttermilk Fried Chicken, CAB Marbled Rib Eye, Lemon Caper Salmon, Sous-vide Prime Rib (Sundays Only), Molasses-brined Pork Chop, and House-ground Burgers. Voted BEST OVERALL RESTAURANT in the Sierra Foothills 11 YEARS IN A ROW.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian, Grill
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sun 11:30–15:15 Happy Hour Wed–Fri 14:00–17:00 Dinner Wed–Sat 16:00–21:00 Sun 16:00–20:00
  • Phone number
    (530) 344-7645
  • Website
    http://independentplacerville.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Todd Torgerson
  • Location
    629 Main St, Placerville, CA 95667-5751
  • Area
    Placerville
  • Cross Street
    Cedar Ravine Rd
  • Parking details
    Street Parking OK. Private lot on left of Restaurant is for exclusive use of Restaurant 7 days/week. Private Lot on Right side of Restaurant is NOT available Monday - Friday from 8am - 5pm only. This lot IS available for Restaurant parking Monday- Friday AFTER 5pm and all day on weekends.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Menu

Beginnings

  • Turnip FriesUS$11.00

    Chipotle Aioli, & Bleu Cheese Sauces

    • Beer Battered Potato FriesUS$11.00

      Chipotle Aioli, & Bleu Cheese Sauces

      • CalamariUS$18.00

        Flash-Fried and Served with House-made Cocktail Sauce and Remoulade

        • Truffle Mac & CheeseUS$13.00

          White Cheddar and Parmesan, Toasted Panko, Truffle Oil

          • Tempura PrawnsUS$21.00

            Wild Caught Mexican Prawns, Honey Sriracha Sauce, Bleu Cheese Slaw

            • Ahi TartareUS$18.00

              With Avocado, Ponzu Cucumber, Mango, Daikon Sprouts, Orange Tobiko, Wonton Chips

              • Soup du Jour- CupUS$6.50

                Please ask server for Today's Selection

                • CupUS$6.50
                • BowlUS$12.00

              Salads

              We source the freshest produce available from local farms here in Northern California

              • Heirloom BeetUS$16.00

                Roasted Gold Beets and Fresh Mandarins with Shaved Shallots, Candied Walnuts, Crispy Pancetta, Baby Arugula, Whipped Laura Chenel Goat Cheese, Walnut Sherry Vinaigrette

                • CaesarUS$16.00

                  Romaine, House-made Caesar Dressing, Garlic Chips, Shaved Parmesan, Croutons

                  • Mixed GreensUS$16.00

                    Carrots, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Toasted Almonds, Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette

                    • The WedgeUS$16.00

                      Crisp Iceberg with Bacon, Red Onion, Egg, Tomato, House-made Bleu Cheese Dressing

                      • Ahi NiçoiseUS$23.00

                        Sesame Crusted Yellowfin Tuna Seared Rare over Mixed Greens with Egg, Tomato, Bistro Olives, New Potatoes, Blue Lake Beans, Fried Capers, Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette

                        Salad Additions

                        • Free-Range Grilled Chicken BreastUS$10.00

                          • Seared Ahi (Yellowfin Tuna)US$12.00

                            • Grilled SalmonUS$12.00

                              • Sautéed Prawns (3)US$12.00

                                • Grilled SteakUS$12.00

                                  Sandwiches

                                  Served with choice of turnip fries, potato fries, green salad, caesar salad, or soup

                                  • Chicken Banh MiUS$19.50

                                    Lemongrass Vinaigrette Marinated Chicken Thigh, Pickled Daikon & Carrot Slaw, Fresh Jalapeño, Cilantro, Sriracha Aioli- Served on Bolillo Roll

                                    • BLTAUS$19.50

                                      Applewood Smoked Bacon, Avocado, Tomato, Lettuce, House-made Aioli- Served on Toasted Sourdough

                                      • Chipotle Grilled CheeseUS$16.00

                                        Chipotle Aioli, White Cheddar, Hatch Chili Pepper Jack, Caramelized Onions, Chopped Bacon

                                        • French DipUS$19.50

                                          Prime Beef, Caramelized Onions, Gruyère, Horseradish Crème Fraîche, Au Jus

                                          Battered

                                          • Tempura Battered Fish & ChipsUS$19.50

                                            True Cod, with Garlic Remoulade, House-made Slaw and Choice of Potato Fries or Turnip Fries

                                            Grill

                                            Burgers and Tacos served with choice of turnip fries, potato fries, green salad, caesar salad, or soup

                                            • Classic Independent BurgerUS$23.00

                                              House-ground Patty, House-made Aioli, White Cheddar, Lettuce, Red Onion, Tomato

                                              • Salmon Avocado BurgerUS$23.00

                                                6 oz. Fresh Premium Salmon Patty, Avocado, House-made Citrus Honey Dill Aioli, Lettuce, Red Onion, Tomato

                                                • Indy "Veggie" BurgerUS$20.00

                                                  House-made Mushroom and Chickpea Patty, Black Garlic Aioli, Herb Tomato Confit, Lettuce, Red Onion, Dill Pickle

                                                  • Blackened Salmon TacosUS$21.00

                                                    Fresh Pacific Salmon, Chipotle Aioli, Cabbage, Cilantro, Salsa Fresca (Substitute Four Grilled Prawns for no charge)

                                                    • Certified Hereford Filet MignonUS$30.00

                                                      5oz. Hand-cut Petite filet finished with Demi-glace, served with choice of Turnip Fries or Potato Fries and choice of Mixed Green or Caesar Salad

                                                      • Pacific SalmonUS$20.00

                                                        5oz. Grilled Fresh Pacific Salmon w/ Balsamic Glaze, Herb Confit Marble Potatoes and Sautéed Seasonal Vegetables

                                                        Coffee and Espresso

                                                        Featuring Fresh-roasted Coffee from Boulevard Coffee Roasting Co. – All Drinks Also Available in Decaf

                                                        • Fresh-Brewed CoffeeUS$4.00

                                                          • AmericanoUS$3.00

                                                            • DoubleUS$4.00

                                                          • EspressoUS$3.00

                                                            • DoubleUS$4.00

                                                          • CappuccinoUS$4.00

                                                            • DoubleUS$4.00

                                                          • Café LatteUS$4.75

                                                            • DoubleUS$5.25

                                                          • Café MochaUS$5.00

                                                            • DoubleUS$5.50

                                                          • Hot ChocolateUS$5.00

                                                            Beverages

                                                            • CokeUS$4.00

                                                              • Diet CokeUS$4.00

                                                                • SpriteUS$4.00

                                                                  • Barq's Root BeerUS$4.00

                                                                    • Vitamin WaterUS$4.00

                                                                      • Mr. PibbUS$4.00

                                                                        • Ginger AleUS$4.00

                                                                          • Cranberry Juice CocktailUS$4.00

                                                                            • Independent LemonadeUS$4.00

                                                                              • Arnold Palmer (Lemonade & Iced Tea)US$4.00

                                                                                • Fresh-Brewed Iced TeaUS$4.00

                                                                                  • Hot TeaUS$4.00

                                                                                    • San Pellegrino

                                                                                      • 1 LiterUS$5.00

                                                                                    Last updated: 2 November 2023

                                                                                    What 672 people are saying

                                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                    4.8
                                                                                    4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                    • 4.7Food
                                                                                    • 4.8Service
                                                                                    • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                    • 4.4Value

                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                    Loved For

                                                                                    • Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

                                                                                      Great for fine wines

                                                                                    • Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

                                                                                      Lively

                                                                                    • Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

                                                                                      American

                                                                                    Review summary

                                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                    The Independent Restaurant and Bar in Placerville offers an inviting atmosphere with "excellent" food and "attentive" service. Guests rave about the salmon, steak specials, and creative menu options. The friendly staff, including standout servers like Amy and Trevor, enhance the dining experience. Perfect for special occasions or casual nights out.

                                                                                    672 Reviews

                                                                                    1. Dora

                                                                                      Sacramento

                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      We had the most delicious dinner last night at The Independent restaurant. We were surprised when they moved us from a noisy corner to a nice quiet booth. The whole evening was absolutely perfect. Service was great. Food came out quickly and was amazingly cooked. I had short ribs and polenta that was just amazing. My husband had prime rib cooked to perfection with mashed potatoes and vegetables that were delicious.

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                                                                                    2. richard

                                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Love this cute little bistro. The service is always exceptional each time we visit the area for our annual Christmas tree hunt!

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                                                                                    3. Jean

                                                                                      Sacramento

                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                      Dined on 17 November 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Favorite place to eat in Placerville!! Tyrone is the best.

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                                                                                    4. Thomas

                                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                                      30 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      30 reviews

                                                                                      Dined on 4 November 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                      Best restaurant in town. Casual and can be noisy inside. There are heaters in the patio. Love those turnip fries.

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                                                                                    5. Dean

                                                                                      Sacramento

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined on 2 November 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                      Excellent experience. Get the steak. It’s worth it.

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                                                                                    6. Deb

                                                                                      Central Coast

                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                      Dined on 1 November 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      The menu was very unique and the food was excellent I had the bank mi chicken sandwich and my wife had grilled cheese. Both were delicious and there were plenty of hot and crispy fries. Our server, Amy, was attentive and very friendly. Would highly recommend this restaurant.

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                                                                                    7. Susan

                                                                                      Los Angeles

                                                                                      80 reviews

                                                                                      vip
                                                                                      1.0

                                                                                      80 reviews

                                                                                      Dined on 27 October 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 1
                                                                                      2. Food 1
                                                                                      3. Service 1
                                                                                      4. Ambience 1
                                                                                      We got to the restaurant on time for our reservation and had a short wait to be seated. Once seated however we were completely forgotten. We waited at least 20 minutes for someone, who had walked past us multiple times, looking over at us and smiling, to come over and ask if we had been helped. When we said no he acted shocked. He was a good actor and when he got over the "shock" that we hadn't been helped yet as if he couldn't tell from the many times he passed by us he said he would let someone know. After a bit of a wait we started gathering our things to leave when another guy came over to wait on us. His excuse for not coming to our table sooner was "he had just been told". Do these guys not know what tables they have for the evening? He came from the outside area but that was the only time he came inside. We left all because of the customer service. Nobody seemed to care therefore we don't care if we ever return.
                                                                                      The Independent Restaurant and BarResponded on 13 November 2024
                                                                                      Hi Susan- We apologize that it took so long for our server to get to your table in his assigned section. Yes, he was busy with his outside tables at the time, and we're sure the 12 minutes it took for him to come to your table felt longer to you. We have spoken to our staff members involved and have emphasized the importance of communicating with all tables in their section so they do not feel forgotten, thanks for bringing your experience to our attention. Cheers-

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                                                                                    8. Thomas

                                                                                      Sacramento

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined on 26 October 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                                      Great food and service. Reservations easy to make. We were seated immediately. Conversation difficult because of the high noise level.

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                                                                                    9. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                      Sacramento

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined on 25 October 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Best salmon burger ever. Homemade patty. The server Trevor came by multiple times to check on us. The wait staff was there filling our glasses. The manager or host person was checking on us as well. My partners' for dinner enjoyed their burger and said it was cooked to perfection. my husband loved his old fashion drink. Good stuff

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                                                                                    10. Paul

                                                                                      Phoenix

                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                      Dined on 20 October 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Great location, great food, and great people. I'll definitely be back.

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                                                                                    FAQs

                                                                                    The Independent Restaurant and Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (530) 344-7645.

                                                                                    The Independent Restaurant and Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 672 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                    The Independent Restaurant and Bar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

                                                                                    Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                    2 people
                                                                                    19:00
                                                                                    Booked 14 times today

                                                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                    Google Map for The Independent Restaurant and Bar

                                                                                    629 Main St, Placerville, CA 95667-5751

                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                    • Cross Street
                                                                                      Cedar Ravine Rd
                                                                                    • Area
                                                                                      Placerville
                                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                                      Lunch Wed–Sun 11:30–15:15 Happy Hour Wed–Fri 14:00–17:00 Dinner Wed–Sat 16:00–21:00 Sun 16:00–20:00
                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                      $31 to $50
                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                      American, Californian, Grill
                                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                                      Fine Dining
                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                      Casual Dress
                                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                                      Street Parking OK. Private lot on left of Restaurant is for exclusive use of Restaurant 7 days/week. Private Lot on Right side of Restaurant is NOT available Monday - Friday from 8am - 5pm only. This lot IS available for Restaurant parking Monday- Friday AFTER 5pm and all day on weekends.
                                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                    • Executive Chef
                                                                                      Todd Torgerson
                                                                                    • Additional
                                                                                      Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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