Side Door Wine Bar & Cafe

This is the first time I’ve ever written a review, but I wanted to recognize Liz. This was our second visit, and she once again provided amazing service. Despite of staff challenges, Liz handled the situation professionally and made sure we were taken care of. She stayed on top of everything—helping guests, supporting the rest of the staff, and stepping in wherever she was needed. her positive attitude makes a big difference. Thank you, Liz, for making us feel so welcomed.

Bad service, even we tip they are angry to work in Christmas Eve. The hot chocolate is cold. Not worth it. We asked for eat it and got disposables.

Side Door is a must-visit in Mammoth! Patrick at the bar is a 10/10 bartender at this fine establishment. His customer service is top-notch and he makes the whole experience great. Excellent drinks and even better vibes. Highly recommend!

I really wanted to like this place. It’s well located in the main village square and it has a good selection of classic crepes but when I went in this afternoon with my husband and baby, blocking the small entrance with my stroller and desperately looking for someone to asist me, I was met with shear indifference from the 5 staff present, none of whom cared about my presence enough to ask me if I need a table or anything at all for that matter. We left disappointed after a few minutes of waiting.

Came for breakfast and had their breakfast burrito which had bacon bits and potato and eggs and I added chorizo. It was so good. Husband had bagel and lox which he enjoyed, too. Apple cider was delicious, too. Service was friendly and fast!

We ordered some delicious dessert crepes from Side Door Wine Bar and Cafe! We got the s’mores crepe and the Cinnamon Roll crepe and they were soo tasty! They also have yummy savory crepes as well as other fabulous food to eat. They also have a full bar wine bar as well as a fully stocked bar for cocktails.

A Hidden Gem in Mammoth Village! Side Door is the best-kept secret in Mammoth! Tucked away in the village, this cozy spot delivers in every way—from food to vibes. Their crepes are absolutely delicious, with a gluten-free batter that’s light, flavorful, and perfect for sweet or savory cravings. Don’t skip the breakfast potatoes—they’re crispy, buttery perfection, easily some of the best I’ve had anywhere. The espresso is rich and bold, and their award-winning Bloody Mary? Totally lives up to the hype. Whether you’re coming in for a slow breakfast, a chill lunch, or a cozy dinner with friends, Side Door hits the mark every time. Can’t wait to come back!

This place has a nice outside view and tables and chairs. Fondue was amazing but the cheese platter was very week. Italian dip is highly recommended and the chicken pesto crepe was also good. Here are a few pictures of the amazing food. Server was nice.

Patrick, is awesome! Fast service, such a happy go lucky guy. Breakfast sandwich was off the hook. Lots of friendly people at the bar sharing stories. It was a great way to spend Christmas given the mountain was closed. I can't reiterate more how much the bartender, Patrick made our Christmas!

Hanging out at the village waiting for our boys to come down the mountain for a lunch break. We popped in here for a bite to eat. We weren't super hungry yet so we decided on the appetizers. We went with the smoked salmon and steak crostinis. The bread was toasted to perfection and the steak was plentiful. No complaints whatsoever. After devouring those, and still waiting for the boys to arrive, we now are craving dessert - so we ended up ordering smores crepe - which pairs well with Baileys and coffee . On a cool 30 degree day, this really hit the spot. The boys finally arrived and ordered their meals (tacos, soup and sandwich). Everyone left feeling satisfied - and enough energy to go back up the mountain for round 2 of boarding!

While everything else in the village was closed, they were open w yummy breakfast options. The place was cute and cozy, service was fast and staff were friendly. Their cocktails need some work but breakfast plates were yummy and well made.

I waited about 20 minutes just to place an order, and no one ever came to the cashier. Several employees were around, but no one acknowledged me or seemed interested in taking my order. I eventually left without ordering because the service was extremely poor and unprofessional. Completely unacceptable experience and very disappointing customer service.

EDIT after owners response: It honestly just seems like the owner loves to just excuse their bad habits and reply on yelp rather than taking some more accountability for their 3.5 star rating. And in response to the owner- yes we did mention these issues like the watery drinks then wrong sizes to the staff and they were accommodating. However, as a customer you do not want to KEEP reminding a restaurant on problems you find with your order over and over. It's not wrong to just want your orders correct and to correct standards the first time it's handed to you. All the owners responses to bad reviews boil down to them saying that they were busy, "why didn't you tell us in person", and sorry not sorry. Deb and Ryan you seem very passionate about your restaurant so i truly do hope you start realizing ways to better your restaurant rather than excuse its mediocrity. Your responses theses reviews are funny but truly doesn't give your restaurant the image you'd want. And for that reason I'm out . Love ya! And you're welcome to reply again but I won't care anymore by then. xoxo Original Review: Drinks especially hot matcha and hot cider are noticeably watered down. Bacon was burnt to full black at ends not just the edges making only the middle edible. Asked for a large hot cider they gave me a small mug they went back and changed the mug but after further testing seems like the just poured the first mug into the wider mug to make it look bigger. Unfortunately, It really seems like they cheap out when they can since they are already in a good location like the Mammoth village. Breakfast was fine but nothing amazing for the 14-18 bucks you'd pay person. And crepes are nothing special. They seem to work hard but unfortunately bad habits seemed to of grown. You'll find much more enjoyment finding somewhere else or just grabbing the groceries and cooking at home.

I love this place! We never miss a meal here while we are in Mammoth. I love the paninis so much I usually don't order anything else. The wine prices are great too. Also a fun cozy place to have a glass of wine or a drink at the bar Apres ski!

Best avocado toast in town! Pat behind the bar is obviously passionate about customer service -- love it!

Decent latte in the village for a reasonable price. The cinnamon roll crepe with strawberries hit the spot. They were really dog friendly and have a great outdoor patio. Hope to come back for tapas!

Weirdest "restaurant" slash "wine bar" I have ever encountered. Do you love ordering food from a cashier who knows almost nothing about the food and absolutely nothing about the wine? This place might be for you because almost everything is self serve and you are expected to tip anyway! Ordering your dinner for your family from a cashier, especially ordering fondue is extremely weird. Then you are asked to leave a tip immediately at the point of sale. Tip? For what? For a staff who doesn't bring any place set ups? And they were not sitting out for us to take ourselves btw. We sat down and wondered how we get drinks now? We were told to walk into an adjoining bar to order. So now I'm going to a 2nd location to order a drink. I didn't realize this was basically a glamorized food court. We asked about the wine and were told everything is good. Sure. We are then told wine guy can only pour wine and bar guy can only make drinks. Why is everything so compartmentalized here?!? Long wait while two different drinks are poured. I bring them back to my table and still expected to tip. How is this service? Soon the table filled up with food and no one checks if we need anything. Obviously we are expected to go ask for something, I guess? Like napkins, forks, plates?!? Later, our table is a mess and dessert is now arriving. A bunch of waitstaff guys discuss in a different language the conundrum of what to do when there is a pile of dirty dishes and no room to put deserts down. It was laughable.Has no one been trained to clear tables here? So now let's talk about the food: The cheese fondue was good, and ample portions. The beef stroganoff was actually delicious. The chocolate fondue cannot be called fondue. That was actually chocolate fudge sauce that one would put on a hot fudge sundae, but this was put in a bowl over a burner. In fact I would bet money it was Ghirardelli chocolate fudge sauce. Did it taste good? Yes. Is that real melted chocolate? NO. This poor place is clearly having an identity crisis wanting to serve French food and nice wines but with terrible systems and zero training on the waitstaff. We probably won't come back if we are looking for an actual restaurant experience.

Cute wine bar and cafe right in the Village by Gomez Mexican place. Cute interior and nice heated patio. Wines by the glass and bottle. They have happy hour 3-5 - $2 off wines by the glass and appetizers. Prices have definitely gone up a bit from when we came a few years ago, but still great, cozy place to e Joy a glass of wine.

This is a walk up and order restaurant. Lunch begins at noon. You're definitely charged for the convenience of this location; however very mediocre food and service. Cobb salad came with the wrong dressing and no blue cheese. Cmon, not very high expectations for a soup and salad. On top of that, the food runner did not stop by again to ask if we needed anything else so we went without creamer and extra sides. Also ordered a panini sandwich, which took over half hour. Everyone else at the table finished their meal before I even received my food. When I finally received my meal, the food runner left my food at the other side of the table and didn't bring any silverware. The panini was advertised to come with aioli, and instead it came with mayo. Honestly, would've preferred Starbucks.

We got a quick breakfast this morning. Avocado Toast was good. Whole wheat bread ( 2 slices) with avocado, tomatoes, lemon pepper and mixed greens. Pretty tasty. My husband got a ham and Swiss cheese croissant. It was good. The location is great, right on the main plaza area in the Village at Mammoth. We sat outside, so it was a good place to people watch. The service was fine, just deliver to your table.

Great spot in the heart of the Mammoth Village for espresso and breakfast. Service was excellent...friendly, attentive and helpful. Loved their latte (awesome strong delicious coffee) and enjoyed their eggs as well as their breakfast burritos. The location is great, right on the main plaza area in the Village at Mammoth. So good, we will return again soon. Worth a visit!

Avoid. Terrible service for dinner. You walk in and there's no host. No one greets you. You find a table. What's the service model? Where are the menus? How do you order? There is a single bartender for a full restaurant. I stood at the bar for 10 minutes and no one acknowledged me. Seems like it is meant for locals and they are uninterested in being welcoming to anyone else.

I am surprised to see such a low rating, this place is great! The coffee is delicious (we recommend the latte), the hummus trio was superb (the veggies fresh and hummus so tasty), the chicken pesto panini and steak sandwich are our absolute favs, and each staff member is super friendly. Our orders are always made fresh and prepared on time. My favorite little "extra" is that they prepare your drink for you once you've arrived to pick up your order which ensures freshness (if ordered online). Plus, the inside is super cozy and welcoming (and very clean), especially when coming in from the cold. We highly recommend this gem.

Great quality food, fair prices, very friendly and attentive staff, quiet and calm environment. I ordered a chicken pesto panini, absolutely delicious. I also ordered a latte, then ordered it again the following day. Very good.

Such a cute little spot in the village. They make the best mochas here!! The service is pretty fast and the food is decent for what it is. I love coming here to escape the cold and they have perfect spaces for eating, playing games, or getting a drink.

Staff were wonderful and hard working. We got beef stroganoff and Italian crostini. Food came out at a decent pace and hot. Only complaint they didn't provide a straw to suck up all the gravy. Haha. I would say based on their service format if they deliver food and you are needing extra plate it is difficult to go back and ask for something when there is a line for ordering. Might be good to stash some plates and stuff where customers can get it easily and not bother the staff. Just a thought.

We were able to sit at the bar and try a couple of their wines, which were very good. My husband enjoyed his local lager. Ordered appetizer crostini (?) with tomato, cheese, basil and balsamic that was delicious!! Shared the spinach salad that had the most amazing strawberries, perfection avocado and other deliciousness. Finished with the beef stroganoff, which was excellent. Such fun people at the bar, friendly service and great food. Can't wait to go back!

After a long wonderful sunny day enjoying the mountain I came to visit side door. The staff was nice, they didn't have Cash singles to provide my change but it's ok. The Philly steak sandwich was decent, a bit too salty. I will not order that again. It's convenient next to the village gondola. Happy hour is very limited: $1 off drinks and appetizers from 3-6pm

Cute ambiance, very French! Great wine selection and they have a full bar! Love that you can just walk in a without reservations and we are usually lucky to find a few seats on a busy weekend. We have tried the tuna wonton taco appetizer, burrito bruschetta, sliders and crepes. Everything tasted great! Todays breakfast after skiing: breakfast burrito and Nutella crepe. Yum!

Ok. First ordering is a pain. It's like ordering from Subway. And if you want the good wine by the bottle you have to buy that in a different area at the bar! You would think they would have enough sense to order the good wine with the food at ONE PLACE! There is no table service yet they expect tips. I even needed to figure out where to get water and my son asked twice for plates and serving utensils!! Now to the food. The charcuterie and cheese plate is the cheapest pieces on a cheese plate EVER! Only a few pieces of paper thin slices of salami and prosciutto and salami. Hardly any cheese. Even the apple slices look like they come from a kids pack! The baked Brie and jam is horrible. They actually microwave the Brie and jam together!!! The mushroom crustini was alright. The only thing that they brought out that was enough to eat and a value for the price was literally their olive plate. Oh, and there is no soap dispenser in the bathroom. Hope they get inspected on that one. Great wine list, mediocre service and food. Do not recommend this place for anyone who actually knows what a charcuterie board is supposed to look like. This is not a comfortable sit down wine bar with any type of good service. Beware! The owner responded. You know it's a bad restaurant when the owner spends most of her time defending bad service mediocre food. Why doesn't she just fix it instead. And yes, I know 'Casual Dining'.

Located in the Village where unfortunately places come and go - this is consistent. Reasonable priced and very good breakfast and great bloody Mary's!

This place was great, hit the spot for a pasta dish at lunch. Right when we got in, the waitress gave us our menus and was really sweet. The place was very cozy and warm. I ordered the pesto pasta and my kiddo got the turkey melt. It was soooooo good! We also had the Nutellaaaaa crepe, and it was the best! The food was fresh and hot and great service. Friendly, funny & helpful. I really hope this place stays in business for a long time.

Food is not good. Service is ok. We were there to celebrate our son's birthday. We ordered a bunch of food. The waitress gave us a funny look as if she couldn't believe it. It wasn't busy so our food came out relatively quick. The good was terrible. Steamed mussels were super salty and chewy. The sliders tasted like a burger you get from the cafeteria in elementary school. The toast with mushroom spread was tasteless. Need I say more? The food was a real disappointment. The wine was excellent. If there is a next time we will just do the wine and a cheese platter. Sorry guys the food needs improvement.

Love this place and the owner Ryan is a gem! Great atmosphere, staff is friendly and the crepes are delicious! Highly recommend if you are visiting Mammoth!

Went in with hopes of having a quick coffee pick up after checking out the Rye and Rock Whiskey festival. This Bar & Cafe is located in the village, making the location top-notch. However, that was the only positive thing from the experience here. My friends and I waited in line for a solid 30 mins if not more (yes it was a long weekend, but the place wasn't full and it was 3 or 4 PM which isn't peak time, so didn't expect SO much wait for a quick coffee pickup). While waiting in line, I also noticed all the customers behind me left out of impatience. And I should have followed suit, because the mocha and latte that we had ordered were probably the worst I have ever had. I hope whenever I come here, I have a better experience.

Staff was extremely friendly when I came to pickup. Ordered pesto chicken, it was underwhelming. The pesto was weird, it was more like spinach. Barely any garlic in there or cheese. Something was off, but since we come to Mammoth a couple times a year I will give this place another shot and try something else... kinda have no choice with the lack of options.

Good people, good food! Way better than the overpriced and snotty neighbor restaurant Vulcania. Vulcania is overpriced and alludes a sense that they are just better than any other restaurant in Mammoth. Save your money and dine at Side Door Wine Bar!!!

Stumbled across this place while walking around the village. Walked ln and the sweetest bald guy (Joey!! After knowing him) had such good energy and we came and sat at his bar, he made the best espresso martinis with great conversation!! He's a funny one, wonderful people and great vibes... I recommend coming in and getting some drinks or fondu!!! Thanks for a wonderful time!

Great find in Mammoth hotel zone. You can bring in wine or choose from their nice selection. Bomb cheese and meat platter. Helpful front staff. Rear bar if you're alone. Indoor and outdoor dining.

I usually don't leave reviews or get involved in these matters, but I feel compelled to share my experience because this was by far the worst encounter I've had at a restaurant. To start, I want to acknowledge that the food was good, and the kitchen staff was kind enough to apologize for the behavior of those working at the front. Unfortunately, the behavior at the cashier completely overshadowed everything else. I had ordered a bottomless mimosa but later decided to cancel it upon realizing I wouldn't be able to finish the bottle by myself. At any reputable establishment, it's reasonable to cancel something that hasn't been opened, served, or prepared. However, my request was met with an unacceptable level of hostility. The first staff member who assisted me not only refused to handle the situation professionally but actually CURSED at me (which I know other workers from the kitchen heard because they apoligized in his behalf). He placed his hand on my shoulder and repeatedly addressed me as "sweetheart" in a dismissive and passive-aggressive manner. This behavior was completely inappropriate and made me extremely uncomfortable. He then called over another staff member, who I initially hoped would be more understanding. Unfortunately, this person was also rude and kept trying to convince me not to cancel the order, again using condescending nicknames. He even accused me of planning to drink from my friend's bottles instead, which was both baseless and offensive. I explained that I simply didn't want to drink anymore and wouldn't finish the bottle on my own. After I finally received my refund, this second staff member came to my table to 'apologize' while handing me the receipt--only to return moments later with more accusations, saying, "Oh, now I see what you are doing," when I was simply drinking what I had ordered instead of mimosas, and had my personal waterbottle on the table. Justifying their actions by commenting on their drinking policies or explaining how bottomless mimosas work completely misses the point. Under no circumstances should a customer ever be cursed at, touched, or treated with such blatant disrespect. Basic courtesy and professionalism are essential in customer service, and the level of passive-aggressiveness I experienced here was shocking. I understand that negative reviews can be damaging to a business, and it's unfortunate that I have to write this. However, the behavior I encountered went far beyond what is acceptable and needed to be addressed. Not to mention that the first guy was also extremely rude to his co-workers saying that is why he works at the front and not back at the kitchen.

Food was amazing, and staff suggestion great, go for some quality drinks and food. Small place but Best in the Village. A return few nights later and Brian the bartender continued his magic, custom cocktails after asking what we normally like. SO GOOD. Don't miss this place. Thumbs up Brian, Kat, Georgia, and the amazing flavors of Blanca.

Friday night coffee, tea, & dessert cravings led us here. After walking around The Village for a spot that had indoor seating / heated outdoor, we found this! They sat us at the covered outdoor seating with heaters. It was perfect for this bone chilling weather. Couldn't really review entrees since we just got some dessert crepes & hot beverages. But the crepes were good, drinks were made well. They have milk substitutes. Staff were really friendly & service was great!

Hubby and I came here for breakfast, as the other coffee shop in the Village had a very long line! We ordered the French toast with a side of eggs, and 2 coffees. Can't believe the quality of the food/presentation. The worse French toast i've ever had in my life!! I wish i had taken it back, and cut my losses, but we were hungry, so ate it. It was soggy bread - nothing appealing about it. French toast is supposed to be browned and have a toasted look, this was the total opposite of that. The scrambled eggs looked very unappealing - wish I had taken photo's of it all. The total with a tip was $31!! Daylight robbery. My tip to you all.....stay away from ordering breakfast! Maybe we just chose the wrong things on the menu, and its better for lunch/dinner?? I guess we'll never know, as we're never going back there again. Update...we came on Sunday 25th February....and yes, i normally would have said something, but we didn't want to cause a fuss as we were hungry!

Cute little cafe we stumbled upon looking for breakfast in the village. Also it was one of the only place that happened to be open early compared to the other restaurant which seemed to be open around noon. Menu was basic, you have your traditional breakfast dish and smaller to go option like pastries and croissants. We did dine in versus to go. You order at the counter and a number is given and seat yourself. Heads up, there's no change from register as informed. Assuming covid safety as a precaution. There's seating inside as well as along the side and front of the place the looks over to the village. After sitting down, we notice some of the other patron were enjoying some mimosas. Went up to order a glass but found out about the bottomless mimosas, scored. A small carafe or orange juice and a bottle of champagne was brought out. Every so often someone would walk by to check on you to see if another bottle was needed. Food did the trick accompanied with the mimosas. The staff that brought out the food and drinks were very friendly and sweet. Checking up to see if we needed anything else.

Excellent food. Recommended breakfast, the crepes, hot cocoas, and bacon and eggs was delicious "yum yum good!"

Excellent Avocado Toast and eggs and Bloody Marys. I get so confused reading the reviews for Side Door that denigrate "the waitress." When a Carl's Jr employee brings your food to the table, do you think she's a waitress?

This is our second visit. The wine selections and prices are great, especially for a resort setting. The food is very good and the people are really nice. We had great service and an enjoyable lunch. We are definitely coming back on our next trip to Mammoth. Thank you Brian and crew!

Seriously the best coffee in mammoth!!!!!! The vibe here is great and Liz is awesome :)

The service was the worse experience ever! The cashier and waitress were so rude! I wasn't even talking to the cashier, was talking to my husband, and she said "I'm busy, I can't hear you, go talk to the other waitresses, and I'll get to your order in a minute, I'm busy." I was appalled. We should've left, but We ordered 2 crepes, and then I asked where the restroom was to a waitress with long hair and a nose ring, and she flicked her finger to the direction and said "fuck off" under her breath. And when I looked at her, she said "oh nothing." Don't go here! It's definitely not worth it. I have never experienced this kind of rudeness! Worst ever!!

I was a client of side door in 2022 but now I want to speak as an employee. I came to mammoth from Argentina to do the work and travel between December and March. I started working at side door two months ago and it was one of the best experiences I had. It is a place that is known for its good food, coffee and wine, but most of all for the people who work there. From the first day they made me feel comfortable and even when I quit for personal reasons they were very kind to me. I take the best memories with me, thank you

Easy for pickups but not so friendly staff and hours are never consistent. They are very small and wait time can be crazy. Fondue is meh but breakfast is good.

On a very busy day in the Village, we really needed to feed our little guy. The wait at Gomez's was an hour and a half while the new Italian place across the way, was fully committed. On a whim, I walked our little guy inside this cute wine bar and talked to the very nice woman at the front. Turns out that we could get seated immediately as their business model is one where you order at the counter and then sit down...there was lots of seating so this was a done deal. Here's the highlights of our dinner at Side Door Wine Bar and Cafe: ***Lots of Seating: This meant that there were lots of tables to choose from and we were able to score a table off in the corner that was right beyond a giant dog that laid on the floor. That big fluffy thing provided visual entertainment as we waited for our food. ***Interesting and fun food: They had fondue and while I don't need to eat a bunch of cheese for dinner it sure is enjoyable. And the restaurant was only too happy to bring a second round of steamed broccoli so I felt extra healthy in my cheese submersion. ***Full Bar: While this is a wine bar, you are not just limited to wine. They have a full bar should you need to warm yourself up with an old fashioned, like I did;) ***Service: We were so impressed with the service. The woman that helped us came back to check on us and even ordered/brought another round of drinks for us so we didn't have to get up. We will definitely be back!

Side Door has found my kryptonite: $15 bottomless mimosas. My girl friend and I spent the afternoon at the Side Door Wine Bar & Cafe while the rest of our group hit the slopes for their final day of skiing. Since it was a bluebird day, we took advantage of the great weather and sat on their patio. This is the perfect spot for people watching since you're right next to the gondola. I was shocked to find out that a regular mimosa was priced at $10, while unlimited was $15. Since we're intelligent business women, we instantly made the upgrade. A server left us with a gigantic bottle of champagne for refills and we were easily entertained for the next two hours. To soak up the champagne I also ordered the Chicken Pesto Panini which was stuffed with chicken breast, goat cheese, tomato, and pesto. Plus, I couldn't pass on their delicious looking Chocolate Bundt Cake and ordered one for the road.

Not pictured is the lemon crepe. Great little spot to grab a drink and a bite while you rest your feet from hikes.

Ordered the same meal twice and they simply wouldn't accept that they messed up when I asked why the second part of the order never arrived. Showed them proof of purchase but oh no kitchen closed just for me how special!! The above review was my first review but the owner personally reached out to me to really try and fix the situation. I greatly appreciate the effort by the owner to remedy the situation and will be giving this place a second shot hoping for the best.

Food and prices were great, and the atmosphere was warm and trendy. I very rarely review restaurants, but I had to for this one because I was extremely offended by two of the employees who worked here. The bald guy accused my friend of ripping them off when she asked for a refund (before the drinks came out), and then another employee rudely came to our table trying to "catch us in the act" of sharing drinks, but then apologized when he realized that we weren't... I also witnessed the bald guy saying demeaning things to the cooks in the back, including, and I quote: "that's why I work up here and not back there". He later apologized to one of the members in our group and comped one of our meals, but overall we will NOT be coming back here, despite enjoying the food and responsible prices. To clarify, the servers were fine-- it was just the hosts up front.

Wife and I got food poisoning from here two days ago. We got a couple paninis. Brutal Very overpriced too Their mocha was pretty darn good though But cmon guys. Giving your customers food poisoning is pretty bad