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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

Mortadella Hoagie

(This Weekend Only- Limited Availabilty)

Griddled Boar’s Head Mortadella served on soft French Roll with Provolone, House-made Aioli, Yellow Mustard, and choice of side.

Weekend Dinner Special

Boneless Short Ribs!

(this Friday & Saturday only- Limited Availabilty)

10 oz. Slow-roasted Angus Boneless Short Ribs Braised with Red Wine Demi-glace, served with Herbed Cheddar Polenta and Brown Butter-miso Glazed Carrots

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

Almond Poppyseed Cake

Pastry Chef Amy has done it again! Moist Poppyseed Cake Poached Pear and Currant Compote, Whipped Chantilly Cream

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)