Nestled just off I‑5 in Dunsmuir, YAKS on the 5 has been delighting burger lovers since 2003. What began as a delivery concept in Redding has evolved into a celebrated destination for travelers craving bold, handcrafted burgers and legendary sticky buns.
Local reviewers often call it “one of Northern California’s best restaurants” and “a detour-worthy stop west of the Rockies”. Here’s how YAKS earned that reputation:

• Vibrant taqueria-style ordering, where guests receive a fun name tag like “Mr. Sizzle” and food arrives hot and fast from the kitchen.

• Artisan menu engineering, including creative burgers like the Bacon Overload and OMG!, with ingredients like beer-battered jalapeños, lemon-ginger marmalade, and cream cheese.

• Fresh local sourcing: beef from Prather Ranch (~50 miles away), house-baked sticky buns, lavender ketchup, and in-house sauces and dressings.

With friendly staff, lively atmosphere, and mountain-motel-meets-bohemian charm, YAKS is more than a restaurant—it’s part of the Dunsmuir identity.