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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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weekend lunch special

Chicken Parm Sandwich

(This Weekend Only- Limited Availabilty)

Fried Chicken Cutlets, Provolone, House-made Marinara & Pesto, on Cheesy Garlic Bread with a choice of side.

Weekend Dinner Special

Mushroom Stroganoff!

(this Friday & Saturday only- Limited Availabilty)

Pappardelle Pasta and Cremini & Oyster Mushrooms tossed in our House-made Stroganoff sauce finished with Fresh Parsley and Aged Parmesan - with choice of Grilled Chicken, Sautéed Prawns, Seared Salmon, or Filet Mignon

SALAD special

Winter Beet

(This Weekend Only- Limited Availabilty)

Local Purple Beets, Fresh Blackberries on Smoked Paprika Goat Cheese, with Arugula Salad, Pomegranate Arils, Champagne Vinaigrette. Toasted Ciabatta Crumbs

DESSERT special

Chocolate Peanut Butter Tartlet

Pastry Chef Amy has done it again! Chocolate Shortbread Crust, Whipped Peanut Butter Filling, Chocolate Truffle Finish, Tart Cherry Gastrique, Crushed Peanut

sunday Dinner Special

12 oz. USDA Prime Rib

(Served on Sundays only- Please call for Availability)

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)