01
Best overall pick
Lassen Ale Works at the Pioneer Saloon
Downtown Susanville • Historic Craft Brewery And Gastropub • Go-To For Drinks And Hearty Pub Food
Lively downtown brewery in a brick saloon pouring house-made beers alongside elevated pub classics.
If you only make one restaurant stop near Doyle, make it this brick-walled saloon on Susanville’s main drag. The house beers are the draw, but the burgers, fish and chips, and big salads make it just as good for dinner as for a pint. It’s an easy spot for mixed groups, with a casual atmosphere that still feels like a night out.
02
Best for big plates and margaritas
Mazatlan Grill
Main Street Susanville • Bustling Mexican Restaurant • Best For Families And Groups
Busy sit-down Mexican spot known for generous combo plates, fajitas, and strong margaritas.
Mazatlan Grill is the place locals send you when you ask for solid, no-drama Mexican food. Expect big plates, sizzling fajitas, and baskets of chips that never seem to empty. It works especially well for families or groups that want something familiar, filling, and friendly after a long stretch of highway.
03
Comforting takeout standby
Happy Garden
East Susanville • Classic Chinese-American Spot • Reliable Takeout Choice
Old-school Chinese-American restaurant turning out generous portions of all the familiar standards.
Happy Garden is the kind of place where everyone has a go-to order, from orange chicken to Mongolian beef and chow mein. Portions are big enough to share, and it travels well, which makes it a smart play if you’re heading back to a motel, campsite, or rental. It’s not fancy, but it reliably hits that comfort-food craving on cold or late nights.
04
Best breakfast stop
Courthouse Café
Uptown Susanville • Homey Breakfast And Lunch Café • Morning Favorite
Small-town café serving strong coffee, big breakfasts, and straightforward lunches near the county buildings.
Courthouse Café feels like the community’s kitchen, with regulars trading gossip over bottomless coffee. The menu leans classic—think omelets, pancakes, and burgers—but the portions and prices make it an easy habit. Time your trip so you can start your day here before continuing north or south on US-395.
05
Casual small-town hangout
Janesville Pizza Factory
Janesville • Laid-Back Pizza And Sandwich Joint • Best For Kids And Teams
Family-friendly pizza shop with build-your-own pies, sandwiches, and a relaxed small-town feel.
South of Susanville and closer to Doyle, Janesville Pizza Factory is a convenient stop when you want something everyone will agree on. Customize a pie, grab a sandwich, and settle in at a table while kids orbit between slices and the soda fountain. It’s an easy choice after a day on the road or out exploring nearby lakes and trails.