01
Best overall pick
Lassen Ale Works at the Pioneer Saloon
Historic Downtown Susanville • Craft Brewery And American Pub • Best Overall Pick
A historic brick saloon turned brewpub with house-made ales and elevated comfort food.
Set in a 19th-century brick building on Main Street, this spot blends small-town history with a full lineup of house beers and cider. The menu leans into hearty burgers, fish and chips, and shareable appetizers, so it works as well for a relaxed date as it does for a post-hike refuel. It’s the place many Milford and valley residents head when they want a proper sit-down meal with a bit of atmosphere.
02
Top Mexican option
El Tepeyac Grille
Main Street Susanville • Family-Run Mexican Restaurant • Best For Hearty Plates
Generous combination plates, warm service, and a full salsa bar make this a go-to for Mexican cravings.
El Tepeyac Grille is the kind of Mexican restaurant where the chips arrive fast, the portions are big, and the staff quickly learns your usual order. Expect classic combo plates, sizzling fajitas, and plenty of options for both spice lovers and milder palates. It’s an easy, satisfying choice after a day on the road or out on Honey Lake, especially if you’re craving something beyond standard roadside fare.
03
Reliable Chinese takeout
Happy Garden Restaurant
East Susanville • Classic Chinese Restaurant • Takeout Standby
A dependable spot for Chinese-American favorites, with portions sized to share or stretch into leftovers.
Happy Garden covers the full range of familiar Chinese-American dishes, from orange chicken and broccoli beef to lo mein and fried rice. Many locals call ahead from the road, then swing through Susanville to pick up dinner on their way back toward Milford. The dining room is simple but comfortable if you prefer to eat in, and the menu has enough variety to keep mixed groups happy.
04
Big-portions breakfast spot
Lumberjacks Restaurant
South Main Street Susanville • Hearty American Diner • Breakfast Favorite
A lumberjack-themed diner known for hefty breakfasts, comfort-food classics, and friendly, fast service.
Lumberjacks leans into the high-country theme with log-cabin decor and plates that match the branding in size. It’s a natural stop if you’re heading out early from Milford or breaking up a long drive, thanks to strong coffee, big omelets, and plenty of kid-friendly options. Later in the day, burgers, sandwiches, and chicken-fried steak draw in everyone from highway travelers to local work crews.
05
Go-to pizza place
Pizza Factory Susanville
Central Susanville • Casual Pizza And Salad Spot • Group-Friendly Hangout
Casual order-at-the-counter pizza joint with a salad bar, arcade games, and plenty of room for groups.
Pizza Factory is a reliable answer when you need to feed a crew without much fuss, whether that’s a camping group, a youth team, or a couple of hungry road-trippers. Choose from classic and loaded specialty pies, plus wings and a simple salad bar if you want something green on the table. For Milford residents, it’s an easy meet-in-the-middle option when friends are coming from different corners of Honey Lake Valley.