Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum

Tucked inside Native Grounds Nursery, it genuinely feels like you've escaped somewhere else: pond, shade, birds, ten yards from the boulevard. Neapolitan-style wood-fired pizzas and fresh salads complement a rotating selection of local craft beers on tap. Arrive early, they sell out.

The Sacramento River starts here — a spring bubbling up at the base of the mountain, ice cold and impossibly clear. One of the most quietly remarkable spots in town.

A full Mexican kitchen with an extensive menu and large patio. Good for groups, open (relatively) late, and welcoming after a long day outside.