Food Scene
The Curly Wolf | Espresso House
233 Broad StWell cupped lattes and espresso drinks.
Great coffee--a little further out in Grass Valley but near the used book store. You can buy green beans if you roast your own!
21 locals recommend
Carolines Coffee Roasters
128 S Auburn StGreat coffee--a little further out in Grass Valley but near the used book store. You can buy green beans if you roast your own!
Possibly the best ice cream I've ever had. The items with the pointing finger icon on the menu are made on site. Looking for something exotic? Try any of the flower flavors like Lavender.
61 locals recommend
Treats
210 Main StPossibly the best ice cream I've ever had. The items with the pointing finger icon on the menu are made on site. Looking for something exotic? Try any of the flower flavors like Lavender.
Kid-friendly cafe serving Cajun-Creole breakfast & lunch in a quaint space with a courtyard. The chicken and waffles is killer.
54 locals recommend
Ikes Quarter Cafe
401 Commercial StKid-friendly cafe serving Cajun-Creole breakfast & lunch in a quaint space with a courtyard. The chicken and waffles is killer.
Exquisite baked goods and espresso drinks. If you're looking for a bargain, the day old section usually has some goodies.
26 locals recommend
Flour Garden Bakery
109 Neal StExquisite baked goods and espresso drinks. If you're looking for a bargain, the day old section usually has some goodies.
No nonsense Chinese food. Better than a Panda Express and right on the main street of Nevada City.
6 locals recommend
Fred's Szechuan Chinese Restaurant
224 Broad StNo nonsense Chinese food. Better than a Panda Express and right on the main street of Nevada City.
Their micro brew beers and chicken wings are fantastic. Try the “smoke jumper” pizza if you like spicy.
27 locals recommend
Pete's Pizza & Tap House
114 W Main StTheir micro brew beers and chicken wings are fantastic. Try the “smoke jumper” pizza if you like spicy.
Rustic, art-filled hangout with a range of Latin American dishes & a romantic patio. Try the panqueque.
48 locals recommend
Diego's
217 Colfax AveRustic, art-filled hangout with a range of Latin American dishes & a romantic patio. Try the panqueque.
Valentina's Organic Bistro and Bakery
841 Sutton WayTry the Russian burger and fresh made-to-order juices!
An upscale restaurant with a romantic setting in the heart of downtown Nevada City.
20 locals recommend
Bistro 221
221 Broad StAn upscale restaurant with a romantic setting in the heart of downtown Nevada City.
Great sandwiches at reasonable prices. The tempeh Reuben is to die for.
6 locals recommend
Bonanza Market
321 Broad StGreat sandwiches at reasonable prices. The tempeh Reuben is to die for.
Romantic setting, delicious well-prepared food with impeccable service. Pricey but worth it.
53 locals recommend
New Moon Café
203 York StRomantic setting, delicious well-prepared food with impeccable service. Pricey but worth it.
Essentials
Just down the road and great for quick items like milk and eggs.
12 locals recommend
Harmony Ridge Market
18848 State Hwy 20Just down the road and great for quick items like milk and eggs.
Organic food, pricey but delicious. The Cornish pasties make a good lunch and are the best in town! Try taking home a large pizza if you want a quick dinner.
93 locals recommend
BriarPatch Food Co-op
290 Sierra College DrOrganic food, pricey but delicious. The Cornish pasties make a good lunch and are the best in town! Try taking home a large pizza if you want a quick dinner.
Parks & Nature
You are welcome to walk the property which extends from the back of the house to the highway. At the head of the drive is the Pioneer trail which is frequented by hikers and bikers. Additional information on hiking can be found here: http://www.nevadacitychamber.com/nevada-city-things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/hiking-trails/
Pioneer Trail
Pioneer TrailYou are welcome to walk the property which extends from the back of the house to the highway. At the head of the drive is the Pioneer trail which is frequented by hikers and bikers. Additional information on hiking can be found here: http://www.nevadacitychamber.com/nevada-city-things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/hiking-trails/
The South Yuba river is a cool delightful swim on a hot day. Some of the swimming holes are the best in the country. Pack a picnic lunch and spend the afternoon lounging and taking a dip.
https://grassvalleychamber.com/swimming-holes/
69 locals recommend
South Yuba River State Park
17660 Pleasant Valley RdThe South Yuba river is a cool delightful swim on a hot day. Some of the swimming holes are the best in the country. Pack a picnic lunch and spend the afternoon lounging and taking a dip.
https://grassvalleychamber.com/swimming-holes/
We will get snow as we are above the snow line and you are minutes away from world class skiing, whether you are a snowboarder, downhill or cross-country skier. We’ve skied at Sugar Bowl (excellent run selection but expensive) and Donner Ski Ranch (family owned, cheaper, less challenging runs). You can rent equipment at the hill or in town (cheaper). http://www.nevadacitychamber.com/nevada-city-things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/skiing-snowboarding/
127 locals recommend
Sugar Bowl Resort
629 Sugar Bowl RdWe will get snow as we are above the snow line and you are minutes away from world class skiing, whether you are a snowboarder, downhill or cross-country skier. We’ve skied at Sugar Bowl (excellent run selection but expensive) and Donner Ski Ranch (family owned, cheaper, less challenging runs). You can rent equipment at the hill or in town (cheaper). http://www.nevadacitychamber.com/nevada-city-things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/skiing-snowboarding/
Just a short 14-minute drive away, this is a favorite for the locals! Enjoy a bbq, swim, tan and connect. Go early to scout out the perfect spot.
28 locals recommend
Scotts Flat Lake
23333 Scotts Flat RdJust a short 14-minute drive away, this is a favorite for the locals! Enjoy a bbq, swim, tan and connect. Go early to scout out the perfect spot.
Sightseeing
Nevada City is in the heart of gold country and has a rich history that you can explore while you are. Even off the back deck you can still see the scars of gold mining on the exposed ridges on the hills. There are many mining museums and interesting sites to explore. The Empire State Mine is one of our favorites. http://www.nevadacitychamber.com/history/gold-country-attractions/
187 locals recommend
Empire Mine State Park
10791 E Empire StNevada City is in the heart of gold country and has a rich history that you can explore while you are. Even off the back deck you can still see the scars of gold mining on the exposed ridges on the hills. There are many mining museums and interesting sites to explore. The Empire State Mine is one of our favorites. http://www.nevadacitychamber.com/history/gold-country-attractions/