Ursa Kitchen

About Us

Ursa is Mammoth Lakes’ most acclaimed fine dining experience, a restaurant where the mountains meet culinary artistry. By day, the space is a welcoming café under the Mammoth Coffee Roasting Co. banner, but at night it transforms into Ursa, an intimate restaurant defined by elegance, imagination, and surprise. The menu is built around shared plates, crafted to highlight pure flavors, seasonal ingredients, and thoughtful pairings that invite conversation and connection.

At Ursa, dining is more than a meal, it is a story told through five-star cuisine, refined wines, and an atmosphere of warmth and discovery. Guests are welcomed with “unreasonable hospitality,” ensuring every detail, from the plating of dishes to the arc of the evening, exceeds expectations. Signature creations, such as Wagyu beef corn dogs or squid ink fettuccine with lobster beurre blanc, showcase precision and playfulness in equal measure.

Ursa reflects the duality of Mammoth itself, rugged beauty paired with refined taste. Steve and Tracie Shatkin, the visionary couple behind the brand, bring passion for food, wine, and people to every service. Their commitment to sustainability, mentorship, and community infuses the restaurant with purpose, making Ursa both nationally recognized and locally beloved.

For travelers and locals alike, Ursa delivers more than dinner, it creates lasting memories. With artful plates, soulful hospitality, and surprises around every corner, Ursa stands as Mammoth’s culinary constellation, unforgettable and inspiring.