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American, Bar
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Reviewed 21 November 2023

I don’t normally write reviews, but this place was fantastic. Everything from the food to the service was outstanding. Their beer battered french fries were off the hook good and I normally don’t like battered fries. My chicken Bahn Mi sandwich was totally unique and...delicious and even the drinks were great. the waitress was more than friendly and made the whole experience better. I highly recommend eating here.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 21 November 2023

We made a reservation for our family, all adults to have a nice lunch at the Independent. The staff was pleasant and professional. The food disappointing. The pulled pork sandwich was dry with out any sauce. The Caesar salads came dry and we had to...wait for the dressing. The Salmon entree was ordinary and was not better then something we could make at home. Limited options for side vegetables. Sort of potato/fries heavy for side dish options. The Tacos for the price were something we would not order again. Only 2 Tacos and very little ingredients on the Tacos. Should have been 3 Tacos at least. This was our 3rd visit to The Independent and I don't think we will go again. nothing terrible. We just expect one of the only upscale restaurants in the area to do better. We've eaten outside the two prior times, and that was pleasant but very, very slow. This time, the interior ambiance looking outside was cold, and uninspiring.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 25 September 2023 via mobile

This a lovely little place that makes a beautiful cocktail and a delicious plate of food. It was tucked away but FIND IT. Service was great. I had the salmon burger. Huge. Perfect for pre show lunch. In and outs under an hour. This will...be a go to place.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 1 March 2023

This was not our first choice when driving through the area - but it was second on the list and I'm so glad we tried it. What a fantastic surprise - the menu although small (the way I like it) was diverse in it's offerings....We chose to try a glass of wine and a IPA - both great. We split the wedge salad and it was perfect portion and dressed to our liking. I got the seafood tacos with turnip fries which is now my goal to try to perfect like this place - yum! We also got a burger subbed with mushrooms which was just as if not better than the real thing. The service was on point even thought we came in during a lunch rush on the weekend - they were kind and friendly and even were able to accommodate my special requests on my dish. I highly recommend this spot if in the area.More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 27 February 2023

Mushroom risotto blew me away, though I would have liked a slightly larger portion of salmon with it. The Ahi Niçoise was also very fresh and tasty.

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 24 December 2022

We have been coming to the Independent for about 1 year and it never disappoints. The service is great, the food is really good and the atmosphere is vibrant.

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 24 October 2022

We were recommended to dine here by our hosts, and the experience lived up to the recommendation. If In the locality we would seek to eat there again. The establishment was well lit, quite spacious and clean. We each had a first course and shared...a main (steak) course, which was all we could have eaten given the size of the portions. Service was good too. With a winding eight mile drive back to our accommodation we eschewed the wine (sadly).More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 4 July 2022

10 STARS! From food to service best ever! It was our 32nd wedding anniversary and the entire staff made it incredibly special for us. We had the perfect amount of privacy and the food was amazing. Absolutely phenomenal.

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed 28 April 2022

The wife and I had dinner here while in Placerville. We ate there because it had an outdoor patio that is very nice. The food is very good! The main reason that this isn't a 5 star review is that the service was on the...weak side! No offers to refill our water or checking to see if we needed anything else.More

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 7 October 2021

We had an early dinner there without a reservation and they managed to get us in. I would recommend making a reservation, but they were very accommodating and because it was still early we were able to get in. I had the hamburger well done....It was the best hamburger I have ever had. It was done perfectly. My husband had the salmon burger which he enjoyed. He also had the turnip fries which were ok. We both still preferred the beer batter french fries. The service was great and very helpful with our questions.More

Date of visit: October 2021
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Reviewed 17 February 2021

It's a joy when a dish isn't your common everyday dish. Their mushroom soup and Ahi Nicose Salad both stood out as very tasty and different than you might find anywhere else - and I've been eating for decades. My wife really enjoyed her Salmon...Avacado Burger. The inside dining was somewhat warm but would have been warmer had one of the doors to serve people on the patio not been constantly open for the ease of the servers. In warmer weather, this place is a definite go to place, and still very enticing in doors in February.More

Date of visit: February 2021
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Reviewed 22 November 2020 via mobile

A perfect patio lunch following Apple Hill. The turnip fries are worth a try. Salmon is fresh and excellent across all the offerings.

Date of visit: November 2020
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Reviewed 8 March 2020 via mobile

Best of show up here. We went last night and everything was wonderful. Granted we went at 430 but treated royally and food and drinks were great. Lamb chops steak all nice.

Date of visit: March 2020
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Reviewed 27 February 2020

Wife and I went here while staying in Placerville for a few days. We went early, so we were able to get a seat right away. The menu has lots of excellent choices and it was hard to choose. Wife got a burger, I got...a Fried Chicken dish. The food was good, probably a bit on the pricey side. Shortly after receiving my food the fantastic waitress who had recommended the chicken brought me out a little thing of maple syrup. This was an excellent move, and this nice lady deserves a raise. This took a good meal, and made it GREAT. It really was the perfect complement. It should be standard. I really appreciate this extra care given by this waitress. I really wish I would've gotten her name. She was also very attentive and all over the drinks, so huge thank you to her for really elevating the experience.More

Date of visit: February 2020
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Reviewed 31 December 2019

We stopped in after a day of skiing with the family. It was our twins 10th birthday and they brought out their sundaes with Happy Birthday written in hot fudge on plates. The kids loved it. Service was excellent. The French onion soup was delicious,...as was the mushroom burger and the salmon burger. We will be back!More

Date of visit: December 2019
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I don't recall exactly what we paid, but my impression was that it was moderate. We had a salmon burger sandwich and their sweet potato fries as I recall. Both were fantastic. I share the comments of the others about the... More
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THE INDEPENDENT, Placerville - Menu, Prices & Restaurant Reviews

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Yes, The Independent offers takeaway services.

The Independent is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5