The Elderberry House

My man made a reservation to celebrate my birthday during our romantic getaway. This charming restaurant complemented the Chateau where we stayed. Elegant and classy, but warm and welcoming. We each had the Five-Course Meal with a Wine Pairing:Smoked Steelhead Trout-with cauliflower, trout roe, dillBraised Beet Root-with cabbage, hazelnut, black garlic yogurtOlive Oil Poached Halibut-cannellini bean, summer squash, tomatilloBeef Tenderloin-maitake mushroom, caramelized onion, parsnipParis-Brest-with apple, bourbon, maple-pecan mousselineWhile the meal is described as "five courses," it included three additional dishes. We were treated to a delightful amuse-bouche of lobster, creatively presented on a charcuterie board, made from a redwood bark that they cut up and coated with epoxy. Another brilliant addition was pumpkin bread topped with shaved almonds and pistachios. To finish our meal, we enjoyed a plate of macarons and dark chocolates. We were not fans of the dark chocolates since they tasted like mud, but we appreciated the thoughtfulness of this final touch.The wine pairings were excellent! The sommelier did an outstanding job complementing the wines to each dish. While I don't remember the selections and wasn't able to take pictures of some, our favorite was the red wine, the Ornellaia 2020. From top-notch service to imaginative presentation to inventive flavors, dinner at The Elderberry House was a delightful experience for the senses!

Never knew this amazing place of real fine dining existed in Fresno! Located in Oakhurst, it is an exclusive French restaurant set in the beautiful mountain side. They even have their menus personalized to greet the guests. The food is served in interesting platters and in small portions. But is filling, tasty, elegant and a feast for the eyes. Wine pairing is available. This is one restaurant where the chef took extra interest to create a vegetarian five course meal for me. Far cry from other fancy restaurants like this including 71Above in Los Angeles which failed miserably when it came to vegetarian options. Good parking in this chateau tucked away in the mountain. Reservation is required and can be made on open table or by calling the restaurant.

To celebrate a birthday, we decided to splurge and go to this restaurant. The grounds and restaurant are absolutely gorgeous, very well kept and maintained. The interior of the restaurant is flawlessly appointed and very gracious.The staff at the restaurant was very professional, very friendly, extremely knowledgeable, and very interested in assuring we enjoyed our experience. Note, please, that I said "experience", and not "dinner". A meal here is not just "dinner". It's a culinary experience, and a fantastic experience that. We chose the five course meal. The food was perfectly prepared, perfectly presented and perfectly served, one amazing course at a time.The food is well thought out, and the portions perfect to provide a meal over the leisurely pace. And there is no hurry. One needs time to appreciate each course. Our experience took something over two hours, and it was fantastic. In addition to the amazing food, we chose a couple of unique, specially prepared cocktails, and a truly wonderful Malbec.We cannot recommend this place enough, but be aware: again, this is not where you go for a quick dinner. The price of the experience is not for the faint of heart, but it is worth every cent. We've included pictures of each course.

Erna's Elderberry House, Oakhurst: 2024 Jun 27 (4 of 5)Since our move to this part of the woods, we've visited this place a good number of times. We always bring guests from the Bay Area because of their unique concept to this area and the great ambience. Our recent guests are from the San Francisco Bay Area and are well-seasoned diners and travelers so their expectations were high. Unfortunately, our pride for this establishment was diminished when we dined there recently. Overall, the staff came off as a bit obsequious and unauthentic. As for the food courses, there was a 'sameness' to each course. Several dishes were overly salted. Though most of the dish presentations were beautiful, some were presented on what looked like a petri dish - which reminded us of our science project at school. The courses with foam seem a bit passé. We're not falling back to the 90's.I want to boast to everyone about this opulent establishment, but I can honestly say I'm rather disappointed and can only garner a high 3 (although I'm honoring it with a 4). On top of that, there was a 22% service charge added to our bill, plus the long delay from one dish to the next was excruciating painful to bear. Because of our recent experience, even their Laguiole flatware and extra treats failed to impress.

Exquisite, exquisite, exquisite! Do not miss this spot if you're looking for fine dining near Yosemite National Park. We booked a table on a whim and did not regret it one bit.The atmosphere is rather romantic with historical charm while the food is modern and light. Their attention to detail was superb.We opted for the 3-course meal, with one of us getting the wine pairing. I ordered the "All I want is Yuzu" cocktail; it was so good that I ended up ordering another. I also selected the lamb as my entree. It was incredibly tender and juicy, I probably wouldn't have been able to tell it was lamb if I was blindfolded.Our only, not concern, but surprise was the pumpkin panna cotta. Being from the east coast, it was rather autumnal for it being May and 75 degrees here in California. Regardless, it was still delicious.If I could go back and have a second dinner tonight, I would in a heart beat. Next time I'm back in the area, I will definitely have dinner here again.

I can't stop recommending this place to my friends!I made the reservation and stated it is for hubby's birthday, and they customized the menu with his name on top wishing him a happy birthday. When we arrived, they sat us down by the fireplace. It was so perfect and romantic.We chose the 3-course set, but they provided an appetizer from the culinary team before the first course, and a homemade bread in between the first and second course. The bread was a little crispy outside and fluffy inside. I couldn't stop eating.Every course was just flavorful and creative. They claim their style is French-Californian, but I suspect that they add a little Japanese style in their cuisine as well. Just subtle and beautiful.I especially like their warm hospitality. They surprised us with two chocolate tarts and a candle to celebrate hubby's birthday. We feel welcomed and cared for. We will definitely come back. It was a very special and memorable experience.

I've been to several fine dining restaurants, and The Elderberry House is definitely at the top of my list. Their food is amazing, especially the pastries. Surprisingly, my favorite part turned out to be the bread--I always ask if they're considering opening a bakery so I can buy some, haha. I love how they incorporate Japanese elements into their dishes, which really elevates the dining experience. The staff are incredibly thoughtful, always remembering your dietary preferences and the occasion you're celebrating. The restaurant seems to be housed in a historical building, and during the winter, they light up a real wood-burning fireplace, which adds a cozy touch.

If I could give this place a thousands gold stars I would. This is the only high end restaurant I believe in Oakhurst. Iykyk.Every single bite was incredibly decadent and flavorful, nothing disappointed. I came here to celebrate my birthday after Yosemite and this was the perfect dinner to finish the night.Even the butter on the bread tasted like heaven. Expect a country side french vibe with a comfy air l. The service was amazing but keep in mind being a more high end establishment they already added in tip to your receipt. I didn't add anymore as it would've been over 50% in tip... (tip culture is insane). !Overall the view, vibes and food were amazing.

We recently tried The Elderberry House for their High Tea, which - like the dinner - was an amazing experience. As always, very personal and friendly service. A delightful time!

This was probably our top dining experience ever! The room transports you to a romantic, charming European setting. We sat next to a beautiful fireplace, and the mantle was adorned with holiday boughs and candles. Wow! We splurged on the caviar and perfectly prepared warm bellinis. So worth it. The chefs muse bouche was creative, delicious and astonishing, plated on a ponderosa pine bark, that had been coated with resin. What a delightful reminder, that we are surrounded by magnificent trees. Each course had a wine pairing, and everything was described in extraordinary detail, which added to the deliciousness of each bite. I can't tell you my favorite dish, because they were all amazing. Be sure to share with your dining partners.I also have to admit, we went to the happy hour in the bar the night before. The bar menu is completely different and we were also delighted with the delicious sea bass croquets and olive oil poached halibut. I also have to mention that the bartender was a true cocktail artisan and it was so fun to see him make our smoked bourbon drinks and the Grinch macha infused vodka.We live in San Diego and would easily drive the 7 hours just to experience this lovely restaurant again!Thank you chef and staff!