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Established in 1942. PIne House was originally built and opened as a Cafe & Tavern, supporting the growing community of Mount Laguna which hosted the then active Air Force Base. Decades later the Base was closed, but the little mountain town with it’s community of cabins owners and regular recreational visitors has remained. Less than an hour’s drive from San Diego, Mount Laguna has become a favorite destination of hikers, backpackers, mountain bike & motorcycle riders, and more. Our historic log building has stood the test of time.
Rustic, cabinlike tavern opened in 1942, serving traditional American fare & offering live music.
Hours
| Friday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Monday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 9849 Sunrise Hwy, Mt Laguna, CA 91948
Phone: (619) 306-8260
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Pinehouse Cafe Restaurant in Mount Laguna, California
Welcome to Pinehouse Cafe. We are a restaurant in Mount Laguna, California. We are an hour away from San Diego in the middle of the forest.
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Reviews
Black Bear Hiker
Amazing service and Epic food! Dog friendly and they even sell a “Pup Patty” which our Dani loved!
Coffee after noon and it was good and fresh (rare). Would highly recommend you try it!! The carne asada fries are sooo good!
… moreCoffee after noon and it was good and fresh (rare). Would highly recommend you try it!! The carne asada fries are sooo good!
Coach Angus
A mixed menu of American and French cuisine in an Alpine forest setting.
Attentive service and indoor / outdoor seating makes this a unique venue in the region.
We discovered this place, open on Christmas day, when we had nowhere else to go.
Since then we have visited once or twice a year to enjoy memorable food at a memorable price point (for California).
Rustic feel, it is worth the drive.
… moreAttentive service and indoor / outdoor seating makes this a unique venue in the region.
We discovered this place, open on Christmas day, when we had nowhere else to go.
Since then we have visited once or twice a year to enjoy memorable food at a memorable price point (for California).
Rustic feel, it is worth the drive.
Jaimie P Anderson
This place is a mountain gem! Stopped for lunch while on a motorcycle ride. The French Onion soup is absolutely fabulous and the owners/staff are always welcoming and friendly!
… moreIsaiah Maher
Delicious food, great service, and a wonderful atmosphere in the woods as we watched the snow fall enjoying the football game.
We also got some super yummy French treats to bring home!
Thank you for the outstanding experience!
You gained customers for life!
… moreWe also got some super yummy French treats to bring home!
Thank you for the outstanding experience!
You gained customers for life!
Devin Osberg
This place is not a good place to eat. I have a gluten allergy and ordered their gluten free bun. I was given regular bread and took one bite. Obviously not gluten free. When we went to pay they told us they knew they didn’t give a gluten free bun because she just forgot. Said nothing and let the food be served. Acting like it was not a big deal, I have never experienced this before. Horrible service prices and careless. I would never recommend eating here.
… moreJennifer
In response to the review I did Back in Nov. about the biscuits and burger gravy, with the missing sausage. You said I should’ve called and told you, I would have if I didn’t live over an hour away from your restaurant. I had the meat tested it was hamburger not sausage. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with my taste buds thank you very much. Wishing you and yours a great new year!!
… moreMonica Nicole
“A European Gem in the Mountains”
This American French restaurant is an absolute treasure tucked into the mountains. Having lived in Germany for part of my life, I immediately felt at home with the European-style service. Unlike typical American restaurants, where the service can be rushed or overly attentive, here it’s refreshingly laid back. The owners have mastered that calm, respectful approach where you’re free to enjoy your meal without constant interruptions or pressure—just like in Europe. It creates a truly relaxing and authentic dining experience where the server is not consistently hovering over you.
One of the biggest highlights is their raclette and fondue offerings—absolutely incredible! If you’ve never tried it, raclette is a traditional alpine dish where melted cheese is scraped over potatoes, charcuterie, and vegetables. It’s rich, comforting, and full of flavor. The fondue is equally amazing, with perfectly melted cheese you dip bread and other goodies into—perfect for sharing and lingering over good conversation. It’s rare to find this done so well outside of Europe, and they’ve absolutely nailed it.
Add in the cozy mountain ambiance, their pet-friendly policy (our pup is always welcome!), and the little shop full of imported European treats, and every visit feels like a mini vacation. This place is truly one of a kind—heartfelt, delicious, and worth the trip every time. The husband and wife owners have always made us feel welcome.
… moreThis American French restaurant is an absolute treasure tucked into the mountains. Having lived in Germany for part of my life, I immediately felt at home with the European-style service. Unlike typical American restaurants, where the service can be rushed or overly attentive, here it’s refreshingly laid back. The owners have mastered that calm, respectful approach where you’re free to enjoy your meal without constant interruptions or pressure—just like in Europe. It creates a truly relaxing and authentic dining experience where the server is not consistently hovering over you.
One of the biggest highlights is their raclette and fondue offerings—absolutely incredible! If you’ve never tried it, raclette is a traditional alpine dish where melted cheese is scraped over potatoes, charcuterie, and vegetables. It’s rich, comforting, and full of flavor. The fondue is equally amazing, with perfectly melted cheese you dip bread and other goodies into—perfect for sharing and lingering over good conversation. It’s rare to find this done so well outside of Europe, and they’ve absolutely nailed it.
Add in the cozy mountain ambiance, their pet-friendly policy (our pup is always welcome!), and the little shop full of imported European treats, and every visit feels like a mini vacation. This place is truly one of a kind—heartfelt, delicious, and worth the trip every time. The husband and wife owners have always made us feel welcome.
Gayle Marsh
We had Christmas day dinner here and our meals were delicious (the special Christmas dinner that they offered). The decorations and atmosphere were full of Christmas spirit and the fireplace made it so cozy. The food was amazing, especially the profiteroles with the best chou pastry we have ever had. One of the best Christmas dinners/experiences ever. Thank you for such a special evening.
… moreVolodymyr Korsun
Great place to grab a sandwich or a burger after the hike in Cleveland National Forest. While the burger wasn’t amazing, it tasted great with mango wheat beer that was on tap. The restaurant has a lot of french fare as well, which I did not try. The owner and the servers speak french 🙂 While the service was very slow, it was not a big issue as I enjoyed sitting at the table outside, among the pines. This place is dog friendly and a lot of hikers with their dogs dine here.
… moreHoward Polley
Great restaurant with amazing chefs and friendly hard working wait staff.
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