Meal Options

The Philosophy Café

The Philosophy Cafe is located downstairs in the Main Lodge at Sierra Hot Springs.
Our gourmet cuisine is sure to please the palate and inspire the mind. We offer seasonal, fresh organic food, prepared in a healthy, balanced way using locally grown ingredients whenever possible.

At the Philosophy Café, we believe in food

Reservations are not required. Prices range based on your order. Although we do serve meat and fish entrees, there is always a vegetarian/vegan option.

Cafe Hours
Lunch
Friday – Sunday
1:30 – 4:00pm
Dinner
Wednesday through Sunday
(closed Monday & Tuesday)
5:30 pm – 8:00 pm

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Fall Menu

Wednesday & Thursday

Build Your Own Ramen Bar
18 – 25
Dependent on Order

*gluten free & vegan options available*

Customize your perfect bowl of steaming hot ramen with choices below!

  • Scallions
  • Spinach
  • Cabbage
  • Chilies
  • Tomatoes
  • Radish
  • Shallots
  • Mushrooms
  • Carrots
  • Squash
  • Togarashi
  • Gochujang
  • Furikake
  • Hoisin
  • Umeboshi
  • Vegan/GF Broth
  • Meat Broth
  • Rice Noodles
  • Yakisoba
  • Chili Oil
  • Crunchy Garlic
  • Seaweed
  • Sesame Oil

Protein Add On

  • Pork Belly – 3
  • Chicken – 3
  • Tofu – 1
  • Hard Boiled Egg – 1
  • Salmon – 4
  • Tri Tip – 4

Lunch Menu
(Friday-Sunday)

GF/Vegan Soup of the Day – 6.5 cup/9.5 bowl

Meat Soup of the Day – 6.5 cup/ 9.5 bowl

Sourdough Grilled Cheese – 8.75
Gluten Free & Vegan Option Available

GF Bread & Olive Oil – 6 (GF, V)

Bread & Butter – 5

Daily lunch special are posted in the café

Weekend Menu (Friday-Sunday)

Starters

Marinated Olives – 5 (GF,V)

Ciabatta Bread & Butter – 5

GF Bread & Olive Oil – 6 (GF, V)

Deep Fried Squash Blossoms – 9

Peaches & Cream – 12 (V)
Vegan Ricotta, Grilled Peaches, Balsamic Glaze, Ciabatta
GF Bread Available – add 2

Baba Ghanoush
Roasted Eggplant, Olive Oil, Lemon & Tahini
Naan (contains buttermilk) – 8
GF Bread – 10 (GF, V)

“Romaine Calm & Carry On” Vegan Caesar – 12 (GF, V)
Roasted King Oyster Mushrooms, Romaine, Dressing, GF Croutons

“You’re the Capsicum to My Heart” Mediterranean House Salad – 14 (GF)
Red Pepper Vinaigrette, Sundried Tomatoes, Mozzarella, Shallots, Cucumber, Kalamata Olives

Cioppino – 6.5 cup/ 9.5 bowl (GF)
Shrimp, Clams, Salmon, Tomato, Herbs, White Wine

Butternut Squash Bisque – 6.5 cup/ 9.5 bowl (GF, V)
Coconut Cream, Red Bell Pepper, Shallots, Garlic, Ginger, Spices

Tea, Coffee, Hot Chocolate – 2.25

Hop Water – 4

Daily Entrees
Friday

Osso Bucco – 25
Braised Beef Shank, Mashed Potatoes, Bordelaise, Roasted Veggies

Quinoa & Lentil “Meat”loaf – 25
Wild Mushroom Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Veggies (GF, V)

Saturday

Oven Baked Salmon with Lemon Beurre Blanc – 25
Basmati Rice, Roasted Veggies (GF)

Pakora Fritters with Mango Chutney – 25
Basmati Rice, Yams, Potatoes
 (GF, V)

Sunday

Pumpkin Chorizo Lasagna – 25
House Salad, Grilled Bread

Ratatouille – 24
House Salad, Gluten Free Bread
(GF, V)
Add Mozzarella – 1

 

Local Options
There are three restaurants in Sierraville, including Smithneck Farms, for breakfast, coffee & lunch items & Los Dos Hermanos, a highly recommended mexican restaurant. They are open for dinner until 8pm Tues-Sun.

The gas station in Sierraville carries an assortment of grocery items.

Guest kitchens are available at both the Lodge and the Globe.  They are stocked with pots, pans, cooking utensils & dishes.  You will need to bring your own spices, oils, coffee, etc.

The nearest health food stores are:
Feather River Food Co-op in Portola, CA
or New Moon Natural Foods in Truckee, CA