Why You Should Go: Lumberjacks are famous for many things; their prowess with an ax, ability to wear flannel non-ironically, and above all, a hearty, gut-busting appetite. So when your hunger pains make you feel more like Paul Bunyan than Tiny Tim, head to one of Lumberjack's Restaurant's four locations near Sacramento.

Why You'll Love It: For appetites as large as a tree's, the generous portions of good home-cooking at these family-friendly restaurants hit the spot. Settle down to a meal amidst the rustic log cabin décor, complete with old handheld saws on the wall, a lumberjack statue out front and a friendly staff.

What To Eat: Line your stomach with one of their signature shaved prime rib sandwiches, slow-roasted and served with au jus and creamy horseradish. For dinner, try the hickory-smoked baby back ribs or fried coconut shrimp. Those looking for something lighter can try the oriental chicken salad or Mediterranean chicken wrap. Top it off with a slice of chocolate cake, proudly displayed in a glass case to tempt you as you enter the restaurant.