Just a couple of weeks after returning from June Lake and Tahoma, the Missus had me back on the road again with a return trip to June Lake. This time the Missus wanted me to cook for Her coworkers who regularly camp at June Lake. Yeeesh, talk about having to do a bunch of prep and then organize and pack!
So, off we were again. We decided to make a lunch stop in Lone Pine again, though not at Lone Star Bistro. Instead, I'd read that Alabama Hills Cafe seemed like a good stop, with diner-ish breakfasts and sandwiches. It's located right off the 395 and on this September early afternoon, the weather wasn't scalding hot yet.
So we walked in and looked over the menu…..
Placed our order and took a seat outside. We had a lovely view of Mount Whitney from our table.
And things started with some ice tea for the both of us.
The sandwiches looked huge, so we decided to share a California Club. And yes, that sandwich was quite large.
We subbed onion rings instead of fries which was a $2 upcharge. The onion rings were incinerated which kinda killed the flavor.
I've mentioned my nostalgic love for club sandwiches in various posts over the years. It brings back memories of having lunch with my mom….you know a "clubhouse sandwich". Anyway, this one was pretty good. The sourdough bread was fine and the Missus enjoyed the addition of some creamy avocado.
I know folks that balk at the addition of cheese on a clubhouse, but the provolone added a nice milkiness, and this was overly slathered in mayo. The turkey was standard issue stuff and there wasn't enough smoky-salty bacon for the Missus so She poached all of mine. I think we'll order extra bacon if we get this again.
Anyway, no muss, no fuss…we'd end up back here for breakfast on the way back from June Lake.
Alabama Hills Cafe & Bakery
111 West Post St.
Lone Pine, CA 93545
From here, it was a 2 hour drive to June Lake. And as before we stayed at the June Lake Villager. Our room had a full kitchen which made my prep for dinner easy.
After prepping for the campsite dinner, we took a stroll down to Gull Lake.
On this day the June Lake Jam Fest was going on! Even so, it wasn't overly crowded.
And the attack cats, remember them, where busy patrolling the grounds.
We took a look at relaxing and serene Gull Lake.
Then headed back to the room…packed up and drove to the campsite where I made dinner for everyone; which they enjoyed! Whew….
that sandwich looked huge! glad everyone enjoyed dinner
Nice of you to cook for everyone. They picked a nice spot to camp.
I’m glad it worked out too Kat!
They like June Lake Soo! I like the June Lake Villager! ;o)