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Welcome to The Independent Restaurant and Bar in Placerville, CA. Since 2011, we've been crafting unforgettable experiences with American fusion cuisine, craft cocktails, and warm hospitality. Join us for a memorable dining experience in our cozy indoor space or a lively bar, or savor the temperate outdoors on our garden patios. Your exceptional dining experience begins here.

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lunch special

Lomi Lomi Lettuce Cups

(This Weekend Only- Limited Availabilty)

Hawaiian-style Lomi Lomi Cured Salmon tosseds with tomatoes, Vidalia Onions, & Green Onions served in Tender Butter Lettuce Cups, finished with House-made Sriracha Aioli and a Choice of Side!

Dinner Special

Chili-rubbed Flank Steak

(this Friday & Saturday only- Limited Availabilty)

7 oz. Grilled CAB 1855 Flank Steak, Pearl Cous Cous Tabbouleh, Roasted Tomato Chermoula, Grilled CA Asparagus

PHOTO COMING SOON!

Dessert special

Cherry Crisp

(this week only- Limited Availabilty)

Pastry Chef Amy Scott has done it again, Tart Cherries, Hazelnuts, Oat Crumble Topping, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Luxardo Cherry Drizzle

sunday Dinner Special

12 oz. CAB Prime Rib

(Served on Sundays only- Please call for Availability, First Come-First Served)

Rosemary-infused kosher salt and Dijon mustard crust. 18 hour slow-cooked (sous-vide) with house-made au jus, horseradish crème fraîche, sautéed seasonal vegetables, and choice of one of our fantastic sides (truffle mac & cheese, salt-baked potato, yukon gold mashed potatoes, turnip fries, beer-battered potato fries, or cheddar polenta)

cocktail special

Got Thai’d Up

Pink Peppercorn-infused Gin, Thai Basil & Pepper Syrup, Fresh Basil, Sour Yuzu, Fresh Lime, Pepper Foam

new to the wine list

Teneral Cellars 2021 Estate Untamed Zinfandel

This wine welcomes you in with aromas of blueberry, blackberry and clove. On the first taste you’re greeted with bright blueberries, blackberries and a nice spicy backbone. The wine continues with a lingering finish.

Teneral Cellars is a women-owned and run wine company located in Plymouth. They sustainably farm and produce award-winning wines and donates 10% of profits back to organizations that empower women and fight for gender and racial justice.