Directory for Murphys & Vicinity -- By Category
LODGING
DUNBAR HOUSE 1880. Bed & breakfast located in a historic Victorian house, built in 1880. Five rooms. Air conditioned, with wireless Internet access. Each room has satellite TV, a private bath (clawfoot tub), refrigerator, and a Norwegian fireplace. 271 Jones, Murphys. 209 728-2897, 209 728-1451 fax.
MURPHYS HISTORIC HOTEL & RESTAURANT. Historic hotel with saloon and restaurant. Built in 1855. Names that have appeared in the register include Mark Twain, Horatio Alger, U.S. Grant, and C.E. Boulton (Black Bart). Front desk opens 8am. After hours see bartender. Restaurant has breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Breakfast is full with egg dishes, pancakes, Fr. toast, waffles. Lunch/dinner has steak, prime rib, various pastas, seafood, chicken, lamb, duck, pork. Hotel sells Bear Valley lift tickets. 457 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-3444, 800 532-7684.
MURPHYS REALTY (REALTY WORLD). Vacations rentals and visitor information. Has eight rental homes in Murphys area. No smoking, no pets. 220 Big Trees Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-3404, 800 800-3408.
MURPHYS SUITES. Hotel with 70 suites. Free WiFi, computer in office with Internet access for use, fitness room, outdoor pool, laundry facilities. All rooms non-smoking. Rooms have microwaves, refrigerators, coffee, satellite TV. 134 Hwy 4, Murphys. 209 728-2121.
VICTORIA INN. Fifteen-room Bed & Breakfast Inn. Includes a restaurant and bar--the V Restaurant. 402 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-8933, 209 728-0107 (rest.).
EAT & DRINK
ALCHEMY MARKET AND CAFE. Market and an accompanying cafe. Market has specialty groceries, cold drinks, wine, beer, sandwiches, soup, & salad to go. Cafe has breakfast, lunch and dinner. Sandwiches, burgers, various plates incl. salmon, meatloaf, fish tacos, crabcakes, prawns cod, ribs, seafood stew, salads, etc. Desserts. Wine & beer. Has Wi-Fi. 191 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-0700. Spring/Summer Hours for Market: Th-Tu 10am-4:30pm, W closed. Cafe hours complex, call them..
ARIA BAKERY & EXPRESSO CAFE. Sandwiches, specialty breads, extensive selection of pastry, salads. Hot & iced expresso drinks, soda, juice, wine, beer. 458B Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9250. Hours: W-Su 6am-4pm.
CRAFT BREWERY, FIGARO'S PIZZA & SUBS. Microbrewery with a pizza and sub shop. Pizza, calzone, salads, sandwiches. Beer, wine, soda, ice tea. 164 E. Hwy 4, Murphys 95247. 209 728-1162. Hours: Su-Th 11am-9pm, FSa 11am-10pm.
DELI NINI'S. Italian deli. Eat in or take out. Hot and cold panini (sandwiches), Kid's menu, Gelato with 16 flavors. Imported Italian meats & cheeses, dry pasta, handmade ravioli, olive oil. 403 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9200. Hours: W-M 11am-5pm, Tu closed..
EL JARDIN. Lunch & dinner. Mexican food. Tacos, enchiladas and similar traditional items. Seagood, fajitas, salads, soup, various dinner combinations. Soda, margaritas, etc, beer & wine. 484 Hwy 4, Murphys. 209 728-8300.
EL TACO LOCO. Tacos, burritos, nachos, side dishes, breakfast burritos. Authentic style. Take-out or eat in at bar with stools or outside tables. Sodas flavor water (Jamaica, Horchata, Tamrindo). Cash only. 90 Big Trees Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9233. Hours: Su-Th 7am-5pm, FSa 7am-8pm.
FIREWOOD RESTAURANT. Lunch or dinner. Wood fired pizza, hamburgers, tacos, quesadillas, burritos, ribs, salads. Soda, wine & beer. Eat in or take out. 420 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-3248.
FOOTHILLS RESTAURANT. Breakfast and lunch. Omelettes, other egg dishes, Fr. toast, pancakes, crepes. Burgers, sandwichs, salads. Ice cream & ice cream drinks. Pie. Tea, coffee, soda, juices. Free Wi-Fi. 55 E. Hwy 4, Murphys 95247. 209 728-3964. Hours: Daily 7am-2pm.
GOLD COUNTRY COFFEE ROASTING COMPANY. Expresso bar. 90 Big Trees Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-8634. Hours: Tu-F 7am-noon, Sa 8am-noon, SuM closed..
GROUNDS RESTAURANT. Breakfast, lunch & dinner. Egg dishes, waffles, Fr. toast, breakfast burritos. Sandwiches, Mexican, wraps, steak, seafood, chicken, pork, desserts. Salads, soup. Expresso drinks. 402A Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-8663.
HIGHWAY CAFE & DELI. Breakfast and lunch. Eat inside, on patio, or take out. Breakfast burritos and bagel sandwhiches. Sandwiches, hot dogs, wraps. Ice cream & shakes. Expresso and specialty drinks. Beer, wine, soda, juice. 130 Hwy 4, Murphys. 209 728-3540. Hours: M-Sa 7am-2pm. Su closed..
MINERAL RESTAURANT. Lunch and Dinner. Largely vegetarian. Soup, vegetable plates, tea cakes, egg dishes, cheese plate, salads, pasta, crepes, burgers, pizza, desserts, wine and beer. Eat in or take out. 419 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9743. Winter Hours: W-F 5pm-9pm, Sa noon-9am, Su noon-8pm. Summer Hours: W-Su noon-9pm.
MURPHYS GRILLE. Lunch and dinner. Mediterrean food+ Entrees include chicken, kabobs, prawns, salmon, pasta, ribs. Children's menu. Appetizers incl. crabcakes. Salads. Sandwiches, burgers. 380 Main St, #1 Murphys 95247. 209 728-8800. Winter hours: F-Su Lunch 11:30am-3:30pm. F-Sa Dinner: 5pm-8:30pm.
NOTO'S SICILIAN CUISINE. Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Outdoor and indoor seating, takes reservations. 140 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9077.
THE NUGGET. Full Bar with pool tables and live music many nights. 75 Big Trees Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-3661.
THE PEPPERMINT STICK ICE CREAM PARLOR. Ice cream. Cups cones, sundaes, sodas, freezes, banana splits. Shakes malts, phosphates, soda, lemonade, ice tea, smoothies, mochas. 454 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-3570.
PIZZA PLUS. Pizza, sandwiches, salad bar. Beer & wine. Soda, etc. Eat in or take out. 178 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-8666. Hours: SuM 4pm-9pm, Tu-Th 11am-9pm, FSa 11am-10pm.
RESTAURANT 498. Lunch: Burgers, sandwiches incl. shrimp po-boys, pork, soup, salad. Dinner: small plates style, soup, salads. Various meat, poulty, seafood, vegetarian, mediterranean. Includes flat bread, mussels, duck, ribs. Beer and wine. 498 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-0498. Hours: F-Su Lunch noon-2:30pm, wine bar/limited lunch 2:30-4:30, dinner 4:30-8:30.
SUN CHINA RESTAURANT. Lunch & dinner. Conventional Chinese menu, including seafood, beef, chicken, pork, vegetarian, fried rice, egg foo yung, sweet & sour, foup, chow mein, chop suey, chowfun. Beer & wine. 386 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-1294. Hours: Tu-Su 11am-9pm, FSa 11am-9:30pm, M closed..
THE WREN CAFE AND CATERING. Lunch. Sandwiches, salad, soup. Hwy 4, Murphys. 209 723-9736. Hours: Tu-Sa 11am-3pm.
GAS, GROCERY & DRUG
CHEVRON GAS & VILLAGE MART. Gas station has diesel. Market has groceries, snacks, household supplies, beer, wine, hard liquor. Deli has chicken and Mexican food. Public phone. 138 E. Hwy 4, Murphys 95247. 209 728-3281.
SIERRA HILLS MARKET. Small but well-stocked supermarket. Has gourmet foods. Beer, extensive wine selection. Deli with prepared food and made-to-order sandwiches. Newspapers inside: NY Times, Wall Street Journal, San Francisco Chronicle, Modesto Bee, Calaveras Enterprise, Sonora Union Democrat. 117 Hwy 4, Murphys 95247. 209 728-3402. Hours: Su-W 7am-8:30pm, F-Sa 7am-9pm.
INFORMATION & HISTORY
BONNET-COMPERE STORE (HISTORIC). Historic building. (Now a private residence: please do not disturb occupants.) Plaque reads: "Built in 1858 by Pierra Bonet with fire proof steel shutters & stone walls. Owned and operated by Victorene Compere to provision the miners. Restored and preserved as a private residence in 1938. (1977 ECV)". Main St, Murphys.
BROWNSVILLE HISTORIC MARKER. Site of mining camp on Pennsylvania Gulch that existed in the 1850s and 60s. Each miner could own one wet and one dry claim, not exceeding 150 square feet. Pennsylvania Gulch, Murphys.
E. CLAMPUS VITUS WALL OF COMPARATIVE OVATIONS. This wall has over 70 plaques devoted to historical figures, done in a humorous way by the late San Francisco Bay Area artist William Gordon Huff. Its hard to tell which of the stories are true and which are made up. Toward the back is a historic "hydraulic monitor"--a device used to shoot water at high pressure in hydraulic mining, before it was outlawed. Main St, Murphys.
ECV SALOON HISTORIC MARKER. Plaque reads: "Near this spot the 'E.C.V. Saloon' stood in 1853. Believed to be the only E. Clampus Vitus (miner's fun fraternal order) saloon officially recorded. Dedicated 1965 Grand Council E.C.V.". Main Street, Murphys.
E. CLAMPUS VITUS SALOON HISTORICAL MARKER. Site of E.C.V. Saloon. Plaque reads: "Near this spot the 'E.C.V. Saloon' stood in 1853. Believed to be the only E. Clampus Vitus (miner's fun fraternal order) saloon officially recorded. Dedicated 1965 Grand Council E.C.V.". Main St, Murphys.
MICHELSON HISTORIC MARKER. Plaque reads: "Albert A. Michelson 1852-1931. First American scientist awarded the Nobel Prize (Physics 1907); Dean of American optics; Measured velocity of light, ether drift, standard meter, steller diameter, lived here during childhood.". Main St, Murphys.
MURPHYS HISTORICAL MARKER. Plaque reads: "One of the principal mining communities in Calaveras County, named for the discoverer of gold on the flat in 1849. The objective of many immigrants coming over the Sierras by Ebbetts Pass. Murphys Flat and surrounding mines produced 20,000,000 dollars in gold. Early regulation restricted claims to 8 ft square. Suspension flume conveying water across Murphys Creek & drainage race draining the flat were two outstanding accomplishments of early day miners. ..." . Main & Jones Sts, Murphys.
MURPHYS LIBRARY. Small library with extensive local history. 480 Park Ln, Murphys. 209 728-3036. Hours: Tu-Sa 11am-4pm.
MURPHYS POKEY. Historic jail. S. Algiers, Murphys.
OLD SCHOOL HOUSE. Historic school house. Jones St, Murphys.
OLD TIMERS MUSEUM. Museum located in one of the oldest buildings in Murphys, built in about 1856. Museum includes photos, mining exhibits, Mi Wuk indian baskets, and other artifacts. Exhibit about Albert Michelson, the Nobel-prize winning physicist, who grew up in Murphys. Main St, Murphys Mailing: Box 94, Murphys 95247. 209 728-1160. Hours: F-M 11am-4pm. Winter Hours: Sa-M noon-4pm..
TOURIST INFORMATION BOOTH. Information, maps, brochures. Operated by the owners of Moaning Cavern Park. Main St, Murphys.
SHOPPING
ANIMAL KINGDOM. Clothes and gifts with an animal theme. Dog bakery, toys, games, collars, and leashes for dogs. 458 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-2868.
D.E.A. BATHROOM MACHINERIES. Vintage plumbing, lighting, and hardward. Clawfoot tubs, high tank toilets, etc. Located in the historic IOOF Hall building, built 1901. 495 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-2031. Hours: M-F 8am-5pm, Sa 10am-4pm, Su closed..
THE ARBORS COOP. Housewares, clothing, jewelry, oil candles. 263A Main St, Murphys 94752. Winter Hours: Th-Sa 11am-5pm, Su noon-5pm, M 11am-4pm.
THE ART GALLERY IN MURPHYS. Paintings by George Allen Durkee and Sharon Strong. 432 Main St, Murphys 94247. 209 728-8640. Hours: F-M 11am-5pm.
THE BARN AT TABLE MOUNTAIN. Artwork. 961 Pennsylvania Gulch, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9888. Hours: SaSu noon-5pm.
BEST FRIENDS. Consignment shop. Hats, shoes, purses, shirts, jackets, coats, dresses, boots, scarves. 457 Algiers, Murphys, CA 95247. 209 728-0116. Hours: Daily 11am-4pm aprox..
COUNTRY FLOWER HUTCH. Flowers, gifts, books, stuffed animals. 271 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9001. Hours: W-Sa 10am-5pm, Su noon-4pm, M 10am-2pm, Tu closed..
CREATIVE COOKWARE. Kitchenware, cookbooks, cake decorating supplies, eating utensils, tea, olive, some dry & bottled groceries, postcards. 402B Main St, Murphys 945247. 209 728-8303. Hours: Su-M 11am-4pm, Tu-Sa 10am-5pm.
THE ENCHANTED WORKSHOP. Gifts, home and garden decor, artificial flowers and plants, candles, housewares, greeting cards. 363 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-3000. "Attempted hours": Th 10-5, F-Su 10-5:30, M 10-5, TuW closed..
EXPRESS YOURSELF. Boutique and salon. Jewelry, handbags, t-shirts, hats, sunglasses, soap, body oil, greeting cards. Salon in back. 415 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9771.
HARBINGER GALLERY. Original paintings and prints by regional, national, and international artists. Upstairs from the Sierra Nevada Adventure Co. Broad spectrum of styles and media. 448B Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 795-5957. Hours: W-M or by appointment..
JILLY'S ON MAIN. Women's clothing and accessories. Dresses, pants, jewelry, soaps, body lotions, shower gels. Located in the historic Thompson building, built "soon after 1856" and served as a general store and later a saloon. 472 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-8052. Hours: Tu 2pm-5pm, W-Su 10am-5pm, M closed..
KCK COLLECTIBLES. Movie memorabilla, records, sports cards, and comics. 506 Main St, Murphys. 925 336-6984.
KRISTINE'S CLOTHING. Dresses, pants, accessories, handbags, jewelry, scarves, hats. 426 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-2506. Hours: M-Sa 10am-5:30pm, Su 11am-4pm.
LANEY'S CLOSET. Clothing, gifts, hats, home decor, housewares, tiaras, greeting cards. 237 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-2525.
MAD ABOUT SHOES. Shoes, handbags, dresses, jewelry. 426 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-9270. Hours: M-Sa 10am-5:30pm, Su 11am-4pm.
MAISIEBLUE. Gifts, books, candles. 66 Scott St, Murphys. Hours: Th-Tu 10am-5pm, W closed..
MARK MARLOW MEAD CUSTOM JEWELRY & DESIGN. Custom jewelry & design. ,90 Big Trees Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9355. W-Sa 1pm-6pm..
MOON ALLEY. Candles, handcrafted in Murphys. 332 Main St, Murphys 94247. 209 728-8175.
MURPHYS BOOKS. Used and some new books. Mostly paperback, some hardback. Kid's books. Small new book section in front; much larger used book section in back. Includes local history and travel, gold rush history, some rare books. 178 Big Trees Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9207. M-Sa 11am-6pm, Su closed..
MURPHYS MOTORCYCLE COMPANY & BUD'S STORE. Motorcycle shop: Gifts, apparel, accessories. Their web site describes this store as a "custom motorcycle shop" that is "retro". In the back is Bud's General Store. Main St, Murphys. 209 728-2350.
MURPHYS PHARMACY. Pharmacy, over the counter drugs, medical supplies. Some beauty and grooming supplies, greeting cards. 88 W. Hwy 4, Murphys 95247. 209 728-3472. Hours: M-F 9am-6pm, Sa 9am-1pm, Su closed.
MURPHYS VILLAGE TOY STORE AND BEAR FACTORY. Toys, dolls, games, stuffed animals, building sets (e.g., Erector), figurines. 402 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-8517. Hours: Daily 10am-5pm.
NELSON'S COLUMBIA CANDY KITCHEN. Branch of historic candy kitchen in Columbia. Hard drops, fudge, licorice, hand-dipped creams, fruits, and carmels. English toffee, sugar-free candies. Peanut & other brittle. 380 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-2820. Hours: M-F 10am-5pm, SaSu 10am-6pm.
PIAZZA. "Eclectic home decor". Home interiors, furniture, gifts. 219 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-0707. Hours: Su-Th 11am-4pm, FSa 10am-5pm.
SAC A MAIN HANDBAGS . Handbags, scarves. 415 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-1900.
SHIRT TALES. Men's and women's clothing. T-shirts, women's tops, pants, sweatshirts, gifts, dresses, greeting cards, sandals. 402C Main St, Murphys. 209 728-8554.
SIERRA NEVADA ADVENTURE COMPANY. Mens & womens casual clothing, shoes, sandals, boots. Books on backpacking & travel, backpacking equipment. 448 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9133. Hours: Daily 10am-6pm.
THE SPICE TIN. Spices, fine art, photographys, European pottery, music CDs, pottery, cookbooks. 457 N. Algiers St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-8225. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm.
SUSTENANCE BOOKS &. New and used books and gifts. Includes books on local travel. 416 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-2200.
SWEETZ & CO. Jewelry. Sales, repairs, estate jewelry. Will buy gold. 281 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 278-9770. Hours: Th-Sa 10am-6pm, Su 12:30-6pm, M 10am-6pm, TuW closed..
TEA AN' TIQUES. Tea-related products and tea served. Large selection of different kinds of dry tea. Gifts, books on tea, tea bag greeting cards. Teapots, teacups and saucers. Some antiques. Jewelry. 419 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-8240. Hours: Su-F 11:30am-4pm, Sa 10:30am-6pm.
MURPHYS ANTIQUES AND TIC TOC TIQUES. Antique furniture, housewares, china, glassware, lamps, etc. Includes Tic Toc Tiques, which has antique clocks. 466 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-2541. Winter Hours: W-F 11am-4pm, Sa 11am-5pm, Su noon-4pm, MTu closed.
VILLA MIA ANTIQUES. Antiques, incl. housewares, decorations, furnitue, Old West items. Some new stuff, particularly jewelry. 237 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-1600. Hours: Th-Su 11am-4pm.
RECREATION
BLACK BART PLAYHOUSE. Home of Murphys Creek Theatre, a small professionally oriented theatre company. Recent plays include Laundry and Bourbon/Lone Star, The Merchant of Venice, A Skull in Connemara, and Faithful. 580 S. Algiers, Murphys. 209 728-8422.
BURRO CORRAL. The burro that is usually in this corral is quite friendly when not in a lazy, lying-down mood. Don't be scared by the odd sounds at times--just the burro's way of getting attention. The burro's name is Clarissa. Main St & Church St, Murphys.
HORSE CARRIAGE RIDES. Pick-up location for horse-drawn carriage rides. Offered by Murphys Stage & Cab Co. Weekends and holidays only. A trip around town takes 15 minutes and costs $10 per group. Maximum of 3 adults can fit in the carriage. In front of Union Public Sanitary District Building. 339 Main St & Church St, Murphys. Weekends & Holidays.
MERCER CAVERNS. Caverns to explore. 1665 Sheep Ranch Rd, Murphys. 209 728-2101.
MURPHYS COMMUNITY PARK. Small park next to Murphys Creek, which can be waded in. In season, it runs fast over rocks. Picnic tables, grilles, children's playground with fancy slides, swings, and climbing tunnels. S. Algiers St, Murphys.
SERVICES
CAR WASH. Three self-service stalls with sprayer and soap brush. One stall with automatic drive-through. Vacuum. Tom Bell Rd & Hwy 4, Murphys. Open 24 hours..
COIN LAUNDRY. Coin-operated laundromat. 88 W. Hwy 4,, No. 6, Murphys 95247. Hours: Daily 7am-8pm (last wash 7pm).
POST OFFICE. Typical services, including Express Mail. The zip code for Murphys is 95247. Has FedEx pickup box just outside. 140 Big Trees Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-2113. Hours: counter M-F 8:30am-4:30pm, SaSun closed. Pickup M-F 4:45pm, Sa 10am. FedEx M-F 3pm..
WINE
BEAU CHAVEUX TASTING GALLERY. Art and Wine tasting. Wine from vineyards in the Sierra foothills and other areas of N. Calif. Syrah, Zinfandel, Cinsaut Rosé, dessert wine, Viognier, Chardonnay, Merlot, Petit Syrah. 466B Main Street, Murphys 95247. 209 728-1000. F-Su 11am-5pm.
BEAU CHAVEUX TASTING GALLERY. Art and Wine tasting. Wine from vineyards in the Sierra foothills and other areas of N. Calif. Syrah, Zinfandel, Cinsaut Rosé, dessert wine, Viognier, Chardonnay, Merlot, Petit Syrah. 466B Main Street, Murphys 95247. 209 728-1000. F-Su 11am-5pm.
BLACK SHEEP WINERY. Wine tasting. Zinfandel, also Cinsault, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, and Port (known as Fortissimo). (The winery itself is on French Gulch Rd.) Parking in rear. . 221 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-2157. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm.
BODEGA DEL SUR. Wine tasting. Wines made from grapes grown in Sierra foothills. Chardonnay, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah. Tempranill and proprietary blend: Carmesi. 457 Algiers St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9030. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm.
BROLL MOUNTAIN VINEYARDS TASTING ROOM. Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot, and Roussanne. (Vineyard itself is 2 miles from Murphys, on Pennsylviania Gulch Rd). Also produces olive oil. 106 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-9750. Hours: SaSu 1pm-5pm.
CHIARELLA WINES. Wine tasting. Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvingnon, Syrah, Barbera and Malvasia Bianca. 431 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 736-6948. Hours: F-Su noon-5pm.
COURTYARD WINERIES. Wine Tasting. Chardonnay, Dry Rosé, Claret, Zinfandel, a Rhone Varietal, Sangiovese, Petit Verdot, Petite Syrah, Port & dessert wines. From Domaine Becquet winery in Valley Springs. Gift shop. Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-8487. Winter hours: FSaSu 11am-6pm. Summer also Thurs..
FROG'S TOOTH VINEYARDS TASTING ROOM. Winery established 2005. Estate grown and other handcrafted wines. Voginer, Petite Sirah, Grenache, Sauvignon Blanc. 380 Main St, Suite 5, Muphys, CA. 209 728-2700. Hours: M noon-5pm, F 1pm-5pm, SaSu 11am-6pm.
HATCHER WINERY TASTING ROOM. Wine tasting. Sauvignon Blanc, Grenache Rose, Meritage, Rhone blend, Mourvedre, Cabernet Franc, Zinfandel, Estate Zin, Syrah, Port, and Viognier. (Winery is a mile away on French Camp Rd. Vineyard in Angels Camp.). 425 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 605-7111.
INDIAN ROCK VINEYARDS. 40 acres of vineyards with 18 varietals. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Barbera, Vermentino, Gletcher, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Franc, Viognier, Rock White. 1154 Pennsylvania Gulch Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-8514.
IRONSTONE VINEYARDS. Winery with tasting room, museum, deli, jewelry store, outdoor amphitheatre (concert venue), and gardens. Wines include Chardonnay, Meritage, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, Verdelho, Merlot, and more. 1894 Six Mile Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-1251.
LAVENDER RIDGE WINES. Wine tasting, artisan cheeses, olive oil, gifts with lavender (soap, candles, lotions, etc). Vineyards are 25 minutes south of Murphys. Rhone varietals, Viognier, Syrah, Roussanne, Grenache Rose, Grenache, Mourvedre, Cotes du Calaveras, Petit Sirah, dessert wine. 425A Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-2441. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm.
MILLAIRE WINERY. Wine tasting. Wines made from various vineyards, most in Sierra foothills. Zin-Syrah blend, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Port, Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, Muscat, and White Zinfandel. 276 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-1658. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm.
MUIR'S LEGACY VINEYARDS. Wine tasting bar. The owner of the winery is a descendant of John Muir, the Yosemite naturalist. Wine is from Napa Valley. Alpenglow, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Muir's Legacy, Bully Red, Pinot Noir. 219 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-0500. Su-Th 11am-5pm, FSa 11am-6pm.
NEWSOME-HARLOW WINES. Wine tasting. Zinfandels, Sauvignon Blanc, Meritage, Train Wreck. 403 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9817. M noon-5pm, Th noon-5pm, FSa 11am-6pm, Su 11am-5pm..
SOLOMON WINE COMPANY TASTING ROOM. Wine tasting, also rotating art exhibit showing works of local artists. Wines: Cloud 9, Garsa, Muse. 00000 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-0000. Winter hours: W-F 1pm-5pm, Sa noon-6pm, Su noon-5pm.
STEVENOT WINE. Wine tasting and foods. Chardonnay, Orange Muscat, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Zinfandel, Merlot, and Tempranillo. The Stevenot Winery itself is 4 miles away. Corner Main St & Sheep Ranch Rd, Murphys. 209 728-0148. MThF noon-5pm, SaSun 11am-5pm, TuW closed..
STEVENOT WINERY. Wine tasting at winery. Chardonnay, Orange Muscat, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Zinfandel, Merlot, and Tempranillo. Stevenot also has a tasting room on Main St in downtown. Winery is 4 miles from downtown. 2690 San Domingo Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-3436 Gen Info, 209 728-0638 tasting room. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm.
TANNER VINEYARDS. Wine tasting. Syrah, Vermentino, Barbera, Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot varietals. 202 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-8229. Winter Hours: Th 1pm-5pm, F noon-5pm, Sa noon-5:30, Su noon-4pm or by appt..
TWISTED OAK WINERY TASTING ROOM. Wines from various vineyards, including their own in Murphys and Vallecito. Wines include The Spaniard, *%#&@! and River of Skulls. Varietals: Red Spanish blend, Mourvedre/Monastrell, Red Rhone blend, White Rhone blend, Syrah, Grenache, Iberian blend, Garnaeha, Verdelho, Viognier, Rolle, Marsanne, Roussanne. Winery is in nearby Vallecito. 350 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-3942.
VAL DU VINO. Wine tasting in what is apparently the only actual winery in downtown Murphys, located in a 100 year old barn. 634 French Gulch Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9911. Hours: F-Su 1pm-5pm.
ZUCCA MOUNTAIN VINEYARDS. Wine tasting and gifts. Wines include Chardonnay, Grenache Rosato, Tesoro, Sorprendere, Sangiovese, Barbera, Syrah Port. . 457 S. Algiers, Murphys 95247. 209 728-1623. Daily noon-5pm.
WIFI
WI FI AT MARKET AND CAFE. Wi-Fi at a market and cafe. Some tables outside. ID is "Alchemy Market". Free, no password required.
WI-FI AT ARIA CAFE. Wi-Fi at a bakery/sandwich shop/coffee house. There are tables inside (not many) and outside. ID is "linksys". Free, no password required.
WI-FI AT FOOTHILLS RESTAURANT. Wi-Fi at a breakfast & lunch restaurant. ID is "Foothills Restaurant". Free, password is required.
WI-FI AT GOLD COUNTRY COFFEE ROASTING. Wi-Fi at expresso bar. ID is "GC Coffee Free Wi-Fi". Free, no password required.
WI-FI AT LAVENDER RIDGE. Wi-Fi at wine tasting shop. ID is "Lavender Ridge Vineyards". Password required. We have not tested this or verified that it is available for customer use.
WI-FI AT NUGGET BAR. Wi-Fi at bar. ID 's "Nugget Bar". No password required.
WI-FI AT STEVENOT WINE TASTING. Wi-Fi at wine tasting and food shop. ID is "MainST". Password required. We have not tested this or verified that it is available for customer use.
WI-FI AT TANNER VINEYARDS. Wi-Fi at wine tasting shop. ID is "TANNER VNYRDS". Password required. We have not tested this or verified that it is available for customer use.
LODGING
DUNBAR HOUSE 1880. Bed & breakfast located in a historic Victorian house, built in 1880. Five rooms. Air conditioned, with wireless Internet access. Each room has satellite TV, a private bath (clawfoot tub), refrigerator, and a Norwegian fireplace. 271 Jones, Murphys. 209 728-2897, 209 728-1451 fax.
MURPHYS HISTORIC HOTEL & RESTAURANT. Historic hotel with saloon and restaurant. Built in 1855. Names that have appeared in the register include Mark Twain, Horatio Alger, U.S. Grant, and C.E. Boulton (Black Bart). Front desk opens 8am. After hours see bartender. Restaurant has breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Breakfast is full with egg dishes, pancakes, Fr. toast, waffles. Lunch/dinner has steak, prime rib, various pastas, seafood, chicken, lamb, duck, pork. Hotel sells Bear Valley lift tickets. 457 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-3444, 800 532-7684.
MURPHYS REALTY (REALTY WORLD). Vacations rentals and visitor information. Has eight rental homes in Murphys area. No smoking, no pets. 220 Big Trees Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-3404, 800 800-3408.
MURPHYS SUITES. Hotel with 70 suites. Free WiFi, computer in office with Internet access for use, fitness room, outdoor pool, laundry facilities. All rooms non-smoking. Rooms have microwaves, refrigerators, coffee, satellite TV. 134 Hwy 4, Murphys. 209 728-2121.
VICTORIA INN. Fifteen-room Bed & Breakfast Inn. Includes a restaurant and bar--the V Restaurant. 402 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-8933, 209 728-0107 (rest.).
EAT & DRINK
ALCHEMY MARKET AND CAFE. Market and an accompanying cafe. Market has specialty groceries, cold drinks, wine, beer, sandwiches, soup, & salad to go. Cafe has breakfast, lunch and dinner. Sandwiches, burgers, various plates incl. salmon, meatloaf, fish tacos, crabcakes, prawns cod, ribs, seafood stew, salads, etc. Desserts. Wine & beer. Has Wi-Fi. 191 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-0700. Spring/Summer Hours for Market: Th-Tu 10am-4:30pm, W closed. Cafe hours complex, call them..
ARIA BAKERY & EXPRESSO CAFE. Sandwiches, specialty breads, extensive selection of pastry, salads. Hot & iced expresso drinks, soda, juice, wine, beer. 458B Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9250. Hours: W-Su 6am-4pm.
CRAFT BREWERY, FIGARO'S PIZZA & SUBS. Microbrewery with a pizza and sub shop. Pizza, calzone, salads, sandwiches. Beer, wine, soda, ice tea. 164 E. Hwy 4, Murphys 95247. 209 728-1162. Hours: Su-Th 11am-9pm, FSa 11am-10pm.
DELI NINI'S. Italian deli. Eat in or take out. Hot and cold panini (sandwiches), Kid's menu, Gelato with 16 flavors. Imported Italian meats & cheeses, dry pasta, handmade ravioli, olive oil. 403 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9200. Hours: W-M 11am-5pm, Tu closed..
EL JARDIN. Lunch & dinner. Mexican food. Tacos, enchiladas and similar traditional items. Seagood, fajitas, salads, soup, various dinner combinations. Soda, margaritas, etc, beer & wine. 484 Hwy 4, Murphys. 209 728-8300.
EL TACO LOCO. Tacos, burritos, nachos, side dishes, breakfast burritos. Authentic style. Take-out or eat in at bar with stools or outside tables. Sodas flavor water (Jamaica, Horchata, Tamrindo). Cash only. 90 Big Trees Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9233. Hours: Su-Th 7am-5pm, FSa 7am-8pm.
FIREWOOD RESTAURANT. Lunch or dinner. Wood fired pizza, hamburgers, tacos, quesadillas, burritos, ribs, salads. Soda, wine & beer. Eat in or take out. 420 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-3248.
FOOTHILLS RESTAURANT. Breakfast and lunch. Omelettes, other egg dishes, Fr. toast, pancakes, crepes. Burgers, sandwichs, salads. Ice cream & ice cream drinks. Pie. Tea, coffee, soda, juices. Free Wi-Fi. 55 E. Hwy 4, Murphys 95247. 209 728-3964. Hours: Daily 7am-2pm.
GOLD COUNTRY COFFEE ROASTING COMPANY. Expresso bar. 90 Big Trees Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-8634. Hours: Tu-F 7am-noon, Sa 8am-noon, SuM closed..
GROUNDS RESTAURANT. Breakfast, lunch & dinner. Egg dishes, waffles, Fr. toast, breakfast burritos. Sandwiches, Mexican, wraps, steak, seafood, chicken, pork, desserts. Salads, soup. Expresso drinks. 402A Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-8663.
HIGHWAY CAFE & DELI. Breakfast and lunch. Eat inside, on patio, or take out. Breakfast burritos and bagel sandwhiches. Sandwiches, hot dogs, wraps. Ice cream & shakes. Expresso and specialty drinks. Beer, wine, soda, juice. 130 Hwy 4, Murphys. 209 728-3540. Hours: M-Sa 7am-2pm. Su closed..
MINERAL RESTAURANT. Lunch and Dinner. Largely vegetarian. Soup, vegetable plates, tea cakes, egg dishes, cheese plate, salads, pasta, crepes, burgers, pizza, desserts, wine and beer. Eat in or take out. 419 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9743. Winter Hours: W-F 5pm-9pm, Sa noon-9am, Su noon-8pm. Summer Hours: W-Su noon-9pm.
MURPHYS GRILLE. Lunch and dinner. Mediterrean food+ Entrees include chicken, kabobs, prawns, salmon, pasta, ribs. Children's menu. Appetizers incl. crabcakes. Salads. Sandwiches, burgers. 380 Main St, #1 Murphys 95247. 209 728-8800. Winter hours: F-Su Lunch 11:30am-3:30pm. F-Sa Dinner: 5pm-8:30pm.
NOTO'S SICILIAN CUISINE. Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Outdoor and indoor seating, takes reservations. 140 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9077.
THE NUGGET. Full Bar with pool tables and live music many nights. 75 Big Trees Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-3661.
THE PEPPERMINT STICK ICE CREAM PARLOR. Ice cream. Cups cones, sundaes, sodas, freezes, banana splits. Shakes malts, phosphates, soda, lemonade, ice tea, smoothies, mochas. 454 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-3570.
PIZZA PLUS. Pizza, sandwiches, salad bar. Beer & wine. Soda, etc. Eat in or take out. 178 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-8666. Hours: SuM 4pm-9pm, Tu-Th 11am-9pm, FSa 11am-10pm.
RESTAURANT 498. Lunch: Burgers, sandwiches incl. shrimp po-boys, pork, soup, salad. Dinner: small plates style, soup, salads. Various meat, poulty, seafood, vegetarian, mediterranean. Includes flat bread, mussels, duck, ribs. Beer and wine. 498 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-0498. Hours: F-Su Lunch noon-2:30pm, wine bar/limited lunch 2:30-4:30, dinner 4:30-8:30.
SUN CHINA RESTAURANT. Lunch & dinner. Conventional Chinese menu, including seafood, beef, chicken, pork, vegetarian, fried rice, egg foo yung, sweet & sour, foup, chow mein, chop suey, chowfun. Beer & wine. 386 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-1294. Hours: Tu-Su 11am-9pm, FSa 11am-9:30pm, M closed..
THE WREN CAFE AND CATERING. Lunch. Sandwiches, salad, soup. Hwy 4, Murphys. 209 723-9736. Hours: Tu-Sa 11am-3pm.
GAS, GROCERY & DRUG
CHEVRON GAS & VILLAGE MART. Gas station has diesel. Market has groceries, snacks, household supplies, beer, wine, hard liquor. Deli has chicken and Mexican food. Public phone. 138 E. Hwy 4, Murphys 95247. 209 728-3281.
SIERRA HILLS MARKET. Small but well-stocked supermarket. Has gourmet foods. Beer, extensive wine selection. Deli with prepared food and made-to-order sandwiches. Newspapers inside: NY Times, Wall Street Journal, San Francisco Chronicle, Modesto Bee, Calaveras Enterprise, Sonora Union Democrat. 117 Hwy 4, Murphys 95247. 209 728-3402. Hours: Su-W 7am-8:30pm, F-Sa 7am-9pm.
INFORMATION & HISTORY
BONNET-COMPERE STORE (HISTORIC). Historic building. (Now a private residence: please do not disturb occupants.) Plaque reads: "Built in 1858 by Pierra Bonet with fire proof steel shutters & stone walls. Owned and operated by Victorene Compere to provision the miners. Restored and preserved as a private residence in 1938. (1977 ECV)". Main St, Murphys.
BROWNSVILLE HISTORIC MARKER. Site of mining camp on Pennsylvania Gulch that existed in the 1850s and 60s. Each miner could own one wet and one dry claim, not exceeding 150 square feet. Pennsylvania Gulch, Murphys.
E. CLAMPUS VITUS WALL OF COMPARATIVE OVATIONS. This wall has over 70 plaques devoted to historical figures, done in a humorous way by the late San Francisco Bay Area artist William Gordon Huff. Its hard to tell which of the stories are true and which are made up. Toward the back is a historic "hydraulic monitor"--a device used to shoot water at high pressure in hydraulic mining, before it was outlawed. Main St, Murphys.
ECV SALOON HISTORIC MARKER. Plaque reads: "Near this spot the 'E.C.V. Saloon' stood in 1853. Believed to be the only E. Clampus Vitus (miner's fun fraternal order) saloon officially recorded. Dedicated 1965 Grand Council E.C.V.". Main Street, Murphys.
E. CLAMPUS VITUS SALOON HISTORICAL MARKER. Site of E.C.V. Saloon. Plaque reads: "Near this spot the 'E.C.V. Saloon' stood in 1853. Believed to be the only E. Clampus Vitus (miner's fun fraternal order) saloon officially recorded. Dedicated 1965 Grand Council E.C.V.". Main St, Murphys.
MICHELSON HISTORIC MARKER. Plaque reads: "Albert A. Michelson 1852-1931. First American scientist awarded the Nobel Prize (Physics 1907); Dean of American optics; Measured velocity of light, ether drift, standard meter, steller diameter, lived here during childhood.". Main St, Murphys.
MURPHYS HISTORICAL MARKER. Plaque reads: "One of the principal mining communities in Calaveras County, named for the discoverer of gold on the flat in 1849. The objective of many immigrants coming over the Sierras by Ebbetts Pass. Murphys Flat and surrounding mines produced 20,000,000 dollars in gold. Early regulation restricted claims to 8 ft square. Suspension flume conveying water across Murphys Creek & drainage race draining the flat were two outstanding accomplishments of early day miners. ..." . Main & Jones Sts, Murphys.
MURPHYS LIBRARY. Small library with extensive local history. 480 Park Ln, Murphys. 209 728-3036. Hours: Tu-Sa 11am-4pm.
MURPHYS POKEY. Historic jail. S. Algiers, Murphys.
OLD SCHOOL HOUSE. Historic school house. Jones St, Murphys.
OLD TIMERS MUSEUM. Museum located in one of the oldest buildings in Murphys, built in about 1856. Museum includes photos, mining exhibits, Mi Wuk indian baskets, and other artifacts. Exhibit about Albert Michelson, the Nobel-prize winning physicist, who grew up in Murphys. Main St, Murphys Mailing: Box 94, Murphys 95247. 209 728-1160. Hours: F-M 11am-4pm. Winter Hours: Sa-M noon-4pm..
TOURIST INFORMATION BOOTH. Information, maps, brochures. Operated by the owners of Moaning Cavern Park. Main St, Murphys.
SHOPPING
ANIMAL KINGDOM. Clothes and gifts with an animal theme. Dog bakery, toys, games, collars, and leashes for dogs. 458 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-2868.
D.E.A. BATHROOM MACHINERIES. Vintage plumbing, lighting, and hardward. Clawfoot tubs, high tank toilets, etc. Located in the historic IOOF Hall building, built 1901. 495 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-2031. Hours: M-F 8am-5pm, Sa 10am-4pm, Su closed..
THE ARBORS COOP. Housewares, clothing, jewelry, oil candles. 263A Main St, Murphys 94752. Winter Hours: Th-Sa 11am-5pm, Su noon-5pm, M 11am-4pm.
THE ART GALLERY IN MURPHYS. Paintings by George Allen Durkee and Sharon Strong. 432 Main St, Murphys 94247. 209 728-8640. Hours: F-M 11am-5pm.
THE BARN AT TABLE MOUNTAIN. Artwork. 961 Pennsylvania Gulch, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9888. Hours: SaSu noon-5pm.
BEST FRIENDS. Consignment shop. Hats, shoes, purses, shirts, jackets, coats, dresses, boots, scarves. 457 Algiers, Murphys, CA 95247. 209 728-0116. Hours: Daily 11am-4pm aprox..
COUNTRY FLOWER HUTCH. Flowers, gifts, books, stuffed animals. 271 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9001. Hours: W-Sa 10am-5pm, Su noon-4pm, M 10am-2pm, Tu closed..
CREATIVE COOKWARE. Kitchenware, cookbooks, cake decorating supplies, eating utensils, tea, olive, some dry & bottled groceries, postcards. 402B Main St, Murphys 945247. 209 728-8303. Hours: Su-M 11am-4pm, Tu-Sa 10am-5pm.
THE ENCHANTED WORKSHOP. Gifts, home and garden decor, artificial flowers and plants, candles, housewares, greeting cards. 363 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-3000. "Attempted hours": Th 10-5, F-Su 10-5:30, M 10-5, TuW closed..
EXPRESS YOURSELF. Boutique and salon. Jewelry, handbags, t-shirts, hats, sunglasses, soap, body oil, greeting cards. Salon in back. 415 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9771.
HARBINGER GALLERY. Original paintings and prints by regional, national, and international artists. Upstairs from the Sierra Nevada Adventure Co. Broad spectrum of styles and media. 448B Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 795-5957. Hours: W-M or by appointment..
JILLY'S ON MAIN. Women's clothing and accessories. Dresses, pants, jewelry, soaps, body lotions, shower gels. Located in the historic Thompson building, built "soon after 1856" and served as a general store and later a saloon. 472 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-8052. Hours: Tu 2pm-5pm, W-Su 10am-5pm, M closed..
KCK COLLECTIBLES. Movie memorabilla, records, sports cards, and comics. 506 Main St, Murphys. 925 336-6984.
KRISTINE'S CLOTHING. Dresses, pants, accessories, handbags, jewelry, scarves, hats. 426 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-2506. Hours: M-Sa 10am-5:30pm, Su 11am-4pm.
LANEY'S CLOSET. Clothing, gifts, hats, home decor, housewares, tiaras, greeting cards. 237 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-2525.
MAD ABOUT SHOES. Shoes, handbags, dresses, jewelry. 426 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-9270. Hours: M-Sa 10am-5:30pm, Su 11am-4pm.
MAISIEBLUE. Gifts, books, candles. 66 Scott St, Murphys. Hours: Th-Tu 10am-5pm, W closed..
MARK MARLOW MEAD CUSTOM JEWELRY & DESIGN. Custom jewelry & design. ,90 Big Trees Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9355. W-Sa 1pm-6pm..
MOON ALLEY. Candles, handcrafted in Murphys. 332 Main St, Murphys 94247. 209 728-8175.
MURPHYS BOOKS. Used and some new books. Mostly paperback, some hardback. Kid's books. Small new book section in front; much larger used book section in back. Includes local history and travel, gold rush history, some rare books. 178 Big Trees Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9207. M-Sa 11am-6pm, Su closed..
MURPHYS MOTORCYCLE COMPANY & BUD'S STORE. Motorcycle shop: Gifts, apparel, accessories. Their web site describes this store as a "custom motorcycle shop" that is "retro". In the back is Bud's General Store. Main St, Murphys. 209 728-2350.
MURPHYS PHARMACY. Pharmacy, over the counter drugs, medical supplies. Some beauty and grooming supplies, greeting cards. 88 W. Hwy 4, Murphys 95247. 209 728-3472. Hours: M-F 9am-6pm, Sa 9am-1pm, Su closed.
MURPHYS VILLAGE TOY STORE AND BEAR FACTORY. Toys, dolls, games, stuffed animals, building sets (e.g., Erector), figurines. 402 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-8517. Hours: Daily 10am-5pm.
NELSON'S COLUMBIA CANDY KITCHEN. Branch of historic candy kitchen in Columbia. Hard drops, fudge, licorice, hand-dipped creams, fruits, and carmels. English toffee, sugar-free candies. Peanut & other brittle. 380 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-2820. Hours: M-F 10am-5pm, SaSu 10am-6pm.
PIAZZA. "Eclectic home decor". Home interiors, furniture, gifts. 219 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-0707. Hours: Su-Th 11am-4pm, FSa 10am-5pm.
SAC A MAIN HANDBAGS . Handbags, scarves. 415 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-1900.
SHIRT TALES. Men's and women's clothing. T-shirts, women's tops, pants, sweatshirts, gifts, dresses, greeting cards, sandals. 402C Main St, Murphys. 209 728-8554.
SIERRA NEVADA ADVENTURE COMPANY. Mens & womens casual clothing, shoes, sandals, boots. Books on backpacking & travel, backpacking equipment. 448 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9133. Hours: Daily 10am-6pm.
THE SPICE TIN. Spices, fine art, photographys, European pottery, music CDs, pottery, cookbooks. 457 N. Algiers St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-8225. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm.
SUSTENANCE BOOKS &. New and used books and gifts. Includes books on local travel. 416 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-2200.
SWEETZ & CO. Jewelry. Sales, repairs, estate jewelry. Will buy gold. 281 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 278-9770. Hours: Th-Sa 10am-6pm, Su 12:30-6pm, M 10am-6pm, TuW closed..
TEA AN' TIQUES. Tea-related products and tea served. Large selection of different kinds of dry tea. Gifts, books on tea, tea bag greeting cards. Teapots, teacups and saucers. Some antiques. Jewelry. 419 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-8240. Hours: Su-F 11:30am-4pm, Sa 10:30am-6pm.
MURPHYS ANTIQUES AND TIC TOC TIQUES. Antique furniture, housewares, china, glassware, lamps, etc. Includes Tic Toc Tiques, which has antique clocks. 466 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-2541. Winter Hours: W-F 11am-4pm, Sa 11am-5pm, Su noon-4pm, MTu closed.
VILLA MIA ANTIQUES. Antiques, incl. housewares, decorations, furnitue, Old West items. Some new stuff, particularly jewelry. 237 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-1600. Hours: Th-Su 11am-4pm.
RECREATION
BLACK BART PLAYHOUSE. Home of Murphys Creek Theatre, a small professionally oriented theatre company. Recent plays include Laundry and Bourbon/Lone Star, The Merchant of Venice, A Skull in Connemara, and Faithful. 580 S. Algiers, Murphys. 209 728-8422.
BURRO CORRAL. The burro that is usually in this corral is quite friendly when not in a lazy, lying-down mood. Don't be scared by the odd sounds at times--just the burro's way of getting attention. The burro's name is Clarissa. Main St & Church St, Murphys.
HORSE CARRIAGE RIDES. Pick-up location for horse-drawn carriage rides. Offered by Murphys Stage & Cab Co. Weekends and holidays only. A trip around town takes 15 minutes and costs $10 per group. Maximum of 3 adults can fit in the carriage. In front of Union Public Sanitary District Building. 339 Main St & Church St, Murphys. Weekends & Holidays.
MERCER CAVERNS. Caverns to explore. 1665 Sheep Ranch Rd, Murphys. 209 728-2101.
MURPHYS COMMUNITY PARK. Small park next to Murphys Creek, which can be waded in. In season, it runs fast over rocks. Picnic tables, grilles, children's playground with fancy slides, swings, and climbing tunnels. S. Algiers St, Murphys.
SERVICES
CAR WASH. Three self-service stalls with sprayer and soap brush. One stall with automatic drive-through. Vacuum. Tom Bell Rd & Hwy 4, Murphys. Open 24 hours..
COIN LAUNDRY. Coin-operated laundromat. 88 W. Hwy 4,, No. 6, Murphys 95247. Hours: Daily 7am-8pm (last wash 7pm).
POST OFFICE. Typical services, including Express Mail. The zip code for Murphys is 95247. Has FedEx pickup box just outside. 140 Big Trees Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-2113. Hours: counter M-F 8:30am-4:30pm, SaSun closed. Pickup M-F 4:45pm, Sa 10am. FedEx M-F 3pm..
WINE
BEAU CHAVEUX TASTING GALLERY. Art and Wine tasting. Wine from vineyards in the Sierra foothills and other areas of N. Calif. Syrah, Zinfandel, Cinsaut Rosé, dessert wine, Viognier, Chardonnay, Merlot, Petit Syrah. 466B Main Street, Murphys 95247. 209 728-1000. F-Su 11am-5pm.
BEAU CHAVEUX TASTING GALLERY. Art and Wine tasting. Wine from vineyards in the Sierra foothills and other areas of N. Calif. Syrah, Zinfandel, Cinsaut Rosé, dessert wine, Viognier, Chardonnay, Merlot, Petit Syrah. 466B Main Street, Murphys 95247. 209 728-1000. F-Su 11am-5pm.
BLACK SHEEP WINERY. Wine tasting. Zinfandel, also Cinsault, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, and Port (known as Fortissimo). (The winery itself is on French Gulch Rd.) Parking in rear. . 221 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-2157. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm.
BODEGA DEL SUR. Wine tasting. Wines made from grapes grown in Sierra foothills. Chardonnay, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah. Tempranill and proprietary blend: Carmesi. 457 Algiers St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9030. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm.
BROLL MOUNTAIN VINEYARDS TASTING ROOM. Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot, and Roussanne. (Vineyard itself is 2 miles from Murphys, on Pennsylviania Gulch Rd). Also produces olive oil. 106 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-9750. Hours: SaSu 1pm-5pm.
CHIARELLA WINES. Wine tasting. Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvingnon, Syrah, Barbera and Malvasia Bianca. 431 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 736-6948. Hours: F-Su noon-5pm.
COURTYARD WINERIES. Wine Tasting. Chardonnay, Dry Rosé, Claret, Zinfandel, a Rhone Varietal, Sangiovese, Petit Verdot, Petite Syrah, Port & dessert wines. From Domaine Becquet winery in Valley Springs. Gift shop. Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-8487. Winter hours: FSaSu 11am-6pm. Summer also Thurs..
FROG'S TOOTH VINEYARDS TASTING ROOM. Winery established 2005. Estate grown and other handcrafted wines. Voginer, Petite Sirah, Grenache, Sauvignon Blanc. 380 Main St, Suite 5, Muphys, CA. 209 728-2700. Hours: M noon-5pm, F 1pm-5pm, SaSu 11am-6pm.
HATCHER WINERY TASTING ROOM. Wine tasting. Sauvignon Blanc, Grenache Rose, Meritage, Rhone blend, Mourvedre, Cabernet Franc, Zinfandel, Estate Zin, Syrah, Port, and Viognier. (Winery is a mile away on French Camp Rd. Vineyard in Angels Camp.). 425 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 605-7111.
INDIAN ROCK VINEYARDS. 40 acres of vineyards with 18 varietals. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Barbera, Vermentino, Gletcher, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Franc, Viognier, Rock White. 1154 Pennsylvania Gulch Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-8514.
IRONSTONE VINEYARDS. Winery with tasting room, museum, deli, jewelry store, outdoor amphitheatre (concert venue), and gardens. Wines include Chardonnay, Meritage, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, Verdelho, Merlot, and more. 1894 Six Mile Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-1251.
LAVENDER RIDGE WINES. Wine tasting, artisan cheeses, olive oil, gifts with lavender (soap, candles, lotions, etc). Vineyards are 25 minutes south of Murphys. Rhone varietals, Viognier, Syrah, Roussanne, Grenache Rose, Grenache, Mourvedre, Cotes du Calaveras, Petit Sirah, dessert wine. 425A Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-2441. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm.
MILLAIRE WINERY. Wine tasting. Wines made from various vineyards, most in Sierra foothills. Zin-Syrah blend, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Port, Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, Muscat, and White Zinfandel. 276 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-1658. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm.
MUIR'S LEGACY VINEYARDS. Wine tasting bar. The owner of the winery is a descendant of John Muir, the Yosemite naturalist. Wine is from Napa Valley. Alpenglow, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Muir's Legacy, Bully Red, Pinot Noir. 219 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-0500. Su-Th 11am-5pm, FSa 11am-6pm.
NEWSOME-HARLOW WINES. Wine tasting. Zinfandels, Sauvignon Blanc, Meritage, Train Wreck. 403 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9817. M noon-5pm, Th noon-5pm, FSa 11am-6pm, Su 11am-5pm..
SOLOMON WINE COMPANY TASTING ROOM. Wine tasting, also rotating art exhibit showing works of local artists. Wines: Cloud 9, Garsa, Muse. 00000 Main St, Murphys. 209 728-0000. Winter hours: W-F 1pm-5pm, Sa noon-6pm, Su noon-5pm.
STEVENOT WINE. Wine tasting and foods. Chardonnay, Orange Muscat, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Zinfandel, Merlot, and Tempranillo. The Stevenot Winery itself is 4 miles away. Corner Main St & Sheep Ranch Rd, Murphys. 209 728-0148. MThF noon-5pm, SaSun 11am-5pm, TuW closed..
STEVENOT WINERY. Wine tasting at winery. Chardonnay, Orange Muscat, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Zinfandel, Merlot, and Tempranillo. Stevenot also has a tasting room on Main St in downtown. Winery is 4 miles from downtown. 2690 San Domingo Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-3436 Gen Info, 209 728-0638 tasting room. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm.
TANNER VINEYARDS. Wine tasting. Syrah, Vermentino, Barbera, Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot varietals. 202 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-8229. Winter Hours: Th 1pm-5pm, F noon-5pm, Sa noon-5:30, Su noon-4pm or by appt..
TWISTED OAK WINERY TASTING ROOM. Wines from various vineyards, including their own in Murphys and Vallecito. Wines include The Spaniard, *%#&@! and River of Skulls. Varietals: Red Spanish blend, Mourvedre/Monastrell, Red Rhone blend, White Rhone blend, Syrah, Grenache, Iberian blend, Garnaeha, Verdelho, Viognier, Rolle, Marsanne, Roussanne. Winery is in nearby Vallecito. 350 Main St, Murphys 95247. 209 728-3942.
VAL DU VINO. Wine tasting in what is apparently the only actual winery in downtown Murphys, located in a 100 year old barn. 634 French Gulch Rd, Murphys 95247. 209 728-9911. Hours: F-Su 1pm-5pm.
ZUCCA MOUNTAIN VINEYARDS. Wine tasting and gifts. Wines include Chardonnay, Grenache Rosato, Tesoro, Sorprendere, Sangiovese, Barbera, Syrah Port. . 457 S. Algiers, Murphys 95247. 209 728-1623. Daily noon-5pm.
WIFI
WI FI AT MARKET AND CAFE. Wi-Fi at a market and cafe. Some tables outside. ID is "Alchemy Market". Free, no password required.
WI-FI AT ARIA CAFE. Wi-Fi at a bakery/sandwich shop/coffee house. There are tables inside (not many) and outside. ID is "linksys". Free, no password required.
WI-FI AT FOOTHILLS RESTAURANT. Wi-Fi at a breakfast & lunch restaurant. ID is "Foothills Restaurant". Free, password is required.
WI-FI AT GOLD COUNTRY COFFEE ROASTING. Wi-Fi at expresso bar. ID is "GC Coffee Free Wi-Fi". Free, no password required.
WI-FI AT LAVENDER RIDGE. Wi-Fi at wine tasting shop. ID is "Lavender Ridge Vineyards". Password required. We have not tested this or verified that it is available for customer use.
WI-FI AT NUGGET BAR. Wi-Fi at bar. ID 's "Nugget Bar". No password required.
WI-FI AT STEVENOT WINE TASTING. Wi-Fi at wine tasting and food shop. ID is "MainST". Password required. We have not tested this or verified that it is available for customer use.
WI-FI AT TANNER VINEYARDS. Wi-Fi at wine tasting shop. ID is "TANNER VNYRDS". Password required. We have not tested this or verified that it is available for customer use.