The Lodge
The Lodge is a intimate venue with two cozy dining rooms. The Aspen and The Sage Room. In the Aspen Room you will find a roaring fire with floor to ceiling windows overlooking blankets of snow. During the summer you'll feel the energy of the Lodge with stunning views of the golf course. The Sage Room is perfect for private parties of 20 or so friends. For a quick bite try the pub with a full or limited menu. The Lodge offers contemporary, seasonal American cuisine a full bar and and EXCELLENT wine selection. Open 7 days a week. Dinner only in the Winter.
12850 Northwoods Blvd
Truckee California 96161
530-587-9455
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Cottonwood
10142 Rue Hill Top
Truckee, CA
(530) 587-5711
California Cuisine. Dinner. This restaurant overlooks Downtown Truckee and has a good river view. This older single story building was once a ski lodge. Nowadays, it boasts a bar, lounge, dining room that is decorated with landscapes by Tahoe artists. The menu features eclectic regional dishes. Live music completes this charming find with home-style warmth complete with a wood-stove, fireplace and deck.
Dragonfly
10118 Donner Pass Rd.
Truckee, CA
(530) 587-0557
Asian. Lunch & Dinner. To get "dining on a higher level" walk upstairs to experience a bird's eye view of Downtown Truckee. It's here, at the Dragonfly, where you can treat your taste buds to Pan Asian cuisine. Not only will guests enjoy a creative menu but the cuisine boasts a healthful touch as well.
Moody’s Bistro And Lounge
10007 Bridge St.
Truckee, CA
(530) 587-8688
Northern California Cuisine. Lunch & Dinner. Located in the Truckee Hotel in historic downtown Truckee, this unique eatery offers fresh, simple, and seasonal cuisine with a hip, art-deco ambiance (over-sized velvet booths and airy, open kitchen). Live jazz combos play in the lounge every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Open at 1000am and staying open ’til late night.
Pacific Crest
10042 Donner Pass Rd.
Truckee, CA
(530) 587-2626
Mediterranean. Lunch & Dinner. Located in Downtown Truckee, this restaurant greets you with its old brick faced building and old-time charm. In the dining room, tables are graced with white tablecloths and quality European-type food with house made desserts are on the menu. With a cozy bistro type casual dining atmosphere locals and visitors feel right at home.
Pianeta Ristorante
10096 Donner Pass Rd.
Truckee, CA
(530) 587-4694
Italian. Dinner. Another delightful restaurant on Truckee's Commercial Row has caught the locals' attention with its cozy mahogany and fresco interior and authentic Italian food. Its old-time indoor architecture of stone-and-brick paired with low amber lights enhance the casual atmosphere. A large antipasti list, many house made pasta dishes and desserts along with its full-bar and extensive California and Italian wine list make this place "magnifico"!
River Ranch
Intersection of Highway 89 and
Alpine Meadows Road.
Truckee, CA
(530) 583-4264
Located along the Truckee River, the River Ranch is a local’s favorite. It’s the perfect place to experience delicious California cuisine as well as the company of your fellow diners. Reservations suggested.
NorthStar
Mikuni Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar
Popular Sacramento Restaurant makes it's debut in Truckee's Village at Northstar. The award-winning Mikuni Restaurants blend the unique flavors and textures of traditional Japanese cuisine enhanced by a hint of American ingenuity. A celebrated dining experience since 1987, Mikuni offers culinary delights, each serving customized by our popular sushi chefs for the individual tastes and desires of our customers. From the freshest seafood to the finest accompaniments, Mikuni's innovative menu features more than 300 original sushi creations. Sushi chefs prepare your meal right before your eyes, heightening the visual feast with spirited banter. located in the village at Northstar.
Phone: 530.562.2188
Timbercreek Restaurant & Bar
Enjoy après ski appetizers and cocktails daily starting at 2:30 p.m. or dinner starting at 5:00 p.m. Arrive early after a day exploring the mountain, the Timbercreek bar is the place for Après ski at Northstar™ Resort. You will not have to miss a minute of sports viewing with our surrounding plasma TV’s, and our casual dining experience that the whole family can enjoy. located in the village at Northstar. Phone: 530.562.2250
Earthly Delights
Earthly Delights features quick foods for breakfast, lunch and dinner, a cheese and wine selection, fresh baked goods and pastries, a fresh daily selection of gourmet salads, and various daily made comfort foods like mac and cheese, lasagna, and enchiladas (perfect foods for après ski!).
As one of the premier catering companies in Lake Tahoe, Earthly Delights fills a need for homeowners and guests who want a home cooked meal in the comfort of their own home away from home. Earthly Delights is known for their complete selection of entrees and full dinners that your family can take home and cook together. Earthly Delights carries high-end products and sundries and is the place to go for catering needs, gourmet take-out, and wine tasting. Located in the village at Northstar. 530.587.7793
http://www.earthlydelightstahoe.com/
SQUAW VALLEY
Balboa Café
The Village at Squaw Valley
Olympic Valley, CA
(530) 583-5850
California Cuisine. Lunch & Dinner. This Tahoe version of the famous San Francisco classic serves American Bistro cuisine in an elegant bar setting. Enjoy the famous Balboa burger, voted best in S.F. A great alternative to the standard ski area fare, too. Open daily from 1100.
Grahams at Squaw Valley
1650 Squaw Valley Rd.
Olympic Valley, CA
(530) 581-0454
Southern European / Mediterranean. Dinner. Located in the heart of Squaw Valley nestled in the historic Christy Inn, Grahams creates a dining experience not easily forgotten. A giant stone fireplace is the focal point of the cozy dining room, which is softly lit by the glow of the fire. The innovative Eastern European cuisine will please even the most particular palate as will the extensive wine list which has been given an award of excellence by Wine Spectator Magazine. Reservations suggested.
Plumpjack's Cafe
1920 Squaw Valley Rd.
Olympic Valley, CA
(530) 583-1576
French / Mediterranean. Lunch & Dinner. At the base of the world-renowned Squaw Valley Ski Resort, a quiet, and intimate dining room with a Shakespearian theme welcomes its patrons. Delightful aromas (with influences from Asia, North Africa and European countries) fill the air. This sister restaurant to the Plumpjack's in San Francisco has a wonderful wine list-featuring over 100 or more selections for wine connoisseurs.
NORTH SHORE
Gar Woods Grill and Pier
5000 North Lake Tahoe Blvd.
Carnelian Bay, CA
(530) 546-3366
American. Lunch & Dinner. Located in Carnelian Bay, CA next to the Sierra Boat Company. Gar Woods is home to the famous drink, the Wet woody. Gar Woods is known for its large sunny deck and pier and Tahoe’s classic wood boat era ambiance. They offer lakefront dining year round, brunch, lunch, bar menu, and dinner. Go early to get a good spot; Gar Woods is a Tahoe favorite.
Hiro Sushi
Kings Beach, CA
(530) 546-4476
Sushi. Dinner. Located in Kings Beach, you’ll be happily surprised with the quality of fish, commitment to service, and fun atmosphere. Go early to beat the rush. It’s a great casual alternative that is worth the possible wait. We suggest you do ‘all you can eat’ at the bar!
Le Petit Pier
7238 North Lake Blvd.
Tahoe Vista, CA
(530) 546-4464
French. Directly on the lake, this cozy restaurant offers exquisite cuisine for the cultivated palate. At this North Shore eatery, a six course dinner with a strong hint of European flair and sublime sauces are yours for the ordering. To enjoy a table with a view, come early.
Spindleshanks American Bistro and Bar
6873 North Lake Blvd.
Tahoe Vista, CA
(530) 546-2191
Regional American. Dinner. Known for pleasing wine connoisseurs, the menu offers something for everyone in a welcoming, Tahoe-esque atmosphere. Spindleshanks is a great bar for wine tasting and appetizers.
Wild Goose
7320 North Lake Blvd.
Tahoe Vista, CA
(530) 546-3640
Contemporary American Classic. Formerly Sunsets on the Lake, this new, improved restaurant on the North Shore has a wide spectrum of modern cuisine with a creative flair. In a two-story building with an open dining room you'll enjoy prints of Tahoe's mountains, boats and golf courses. Fine dining, friendly service and spectacular lake views get this Wild Goose noticed with flying colors.
TAHOE CITY & WEST SHORE
Blue Agave
425 N. Lake Blvd.
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 583-8113
Mexican. Lunch & Dinner. One of the first restaurants you see as you pull into Tahoe City, CA, the Blue Agave offers some of the best Mexican food in town. Definitely try the shrimp quesadilla and the carnitas. Blue Agave has one of the best bar spaces in town offering a pool table (free to play), a large flat screen TC, salsa/chip bar, juke box, happy hour, plenty of seating and an extensive list of tequilas. Open for lunch and dinner.
Bridgetender
65 W. Lake Blvd.
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 583-3342
American. Lunch & Dinner. Located next to Fanny Bridge at the “Y”, where Highway 89 and Highway 28 split. Turn down 89 going south and immediately turn right into the BT. They have the best burgers and waffle fries in town! Open for lunch and dinner. Enjoy their outside dining by the Truckee River or saddle up to their full bar.
Chambers Landing Grill
6300 West Lake Blvd.
Tahoma, CA
(530) 525-7262
Southern European. Lunch & Dinner. A Lake Tahoe summer must! Chambers Landing Grill is located 7 miles south of Tahoe and well worth the drive. It’s easy to miss however, so keep your eyes peeled for the sign (lakeside, just past Homewood Ski Resort), or just boat in. The grill is located right on Chambers Landing Beach and is a great place to enjoy a burger, the house cocktail “Chambers Punch” and amazing lake views. Closed for the winter.
Christy Hill
115 Grove Street
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 583-8551
California/French. Lunch & Dinner. Christy Hill prides themselves on excellent service, attention to detail, and unique entrees. Enjoy Alaskan king crab legs while taking in beautiful views of Lake Tahoe from your elegant dining room table, or seated outside on the deck (weather permitting). Given Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator Magazine. Not recommended for young children. Reservations suggested. Closed Monday
Coffee Connexion
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 583-0725
Coffee House Style. Breakfast & Lunch. Located in the Safeway Mall behind McDonalds. Stop in for a morning coffee, espresso or homemade treat. The Coffee Connection also offers delicious smoothies, hearty sandwiches and an assortment of coffee beans.
The Dam Café
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 581-0278
Coffee House Style. Breakfast & Lunch. The Dam Cafe is a local’s favorite. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, espresso, organic coffee and homemade treats made fresh daily with only the best ingredients. While waiting enjoy the music playing and the photography on the walls. You will learn to love the Dam Cafe right away as they are some of the friendliest folks in town.
Fiamma Cucina Rustica
521 North Lake Blvd
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 581-1416
Italian. Lunch & Dinner. Located in the heart of Tahoe City, CA, this charming restaurant’s authentic Italian cuisine, which includes pizza cooked in a wood-burning oven, is enjoyable. Menu changes are made regularly to showcase different Italian dishes with many wine selections to complement your entrée selection.
Fire Sign Café
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 583-0871
American. Breakfast & Lunch. Located near Sunnyside, 2 miles south on highway 89. A favorite spot for the locals! Fire Sign serves healthy, hearty food (i.e. pecan waffles & tofu burgers) in a comfortable atmosphere. Expect to wait if you don’t get there early… it’s worth it. Open through lunch with outside seating in the summer.
Front Street Station
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 583-3770
Pizza. Lunch & Dinner. Best slices in town! Located across from the Chevron station in Tahoe City, CA on Hwy 89 South. Front Street offers a variety of specialty pizzas (spicy thai chicken!), as well as fresh made salads, hot subs and slices. It has deck seating that overlooks the Truckee River (weather permitting). Open for lunch and dinner. Indoor bar seating is limited so take out is a good option.
Jake's On The Lake
780 North Lake Blvd.
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 583-0188
California Cuisine. Lunch & Dinner. At the Boatworks Mall, right on the lake you'll find a casual waterfront grill. The decor includes wood beams and brass, and cathedral ceilings, which enhance lakeside dining inside and on the deck. A wide variety of fresh fish, gourmet sandwiches, choice steaks and pasta are influenced by flavors of the Pacific and the Mediterranean. Moderately priced with a great view lures locals and visitors.
Log Cabin
7109 N. Lake Blvd
Kings Beach, CA
(530) 546-7109
American. Breakfast. Located in Kings Beach on the lakeside of North Lake Blvd. The Log Cabin offers both traditional and unique dishes that will delight your taste buds. Enjoy breakfast or lunch 7 days a week in a comfortable cabin setting, with outdoor seating available in the summer.
Norfolk Woods Inn West Lake Blvd.
Tahoma, CA
530-525-5000
California Cuisine. Picture a comfortable "Old Tahoe" inn...Indoors you're surrounded by a wood paneled dining room with ceiling fans and lamplight. Team the woodsy environment with creative, healthful, fresh seasonal fare which is perfect for two or family meals in the presence of a warm ambiance of the Norfolk Woods.
River Grill
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 581-2644
America. Dinner. The River Grill is located on the banks of the Truckee River, at the "Y" in Tahoe City, CA. They feature seasonal California Cuisine, a very moderately priced wine list, and a full bar. There are views from almost all the tables inside and in the summer months tall pines trees canopy the two-tiered deck for a gourmet out door experience. Reservations are suggested.
Rocks Mesquite Rotisserie
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 581-1401
American. Lunch & Dinner. Conveniently located in the Cobblestone Center in downtown Tahoe City, CA, Rock's Rotisserie is sure to please. Rock's offers chicken, pork, tri-tip or veggie burritos, tortas, and quesadillas. The menu also includes gourmet burgers, platters, BBQ ribs and "sides" that are out of this world (definitely try the mashed potatoes). Eat in or take out, Rock's is a quick and affordable option for lunch or dinner. Closed Mondays.
Rubicon Deli
401 West Lake Blvd Hwy 89 at Granlibakken Road
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 583-0579
Delicatessen. Lunch. Located on the edge of town as your heading south on Highway 89. Turn right on Granlibakken Rd. and right into the Tahoe Tree Company. The Rubicon Deli creates larger-than-life sandwiches complete with homemade breads, pesto, garlic and an assortment of meats and cheeses. Quite possibly the best sandwiches around!
Soule Domain
Crystal Bay
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 546-7529
Located on Stateline Drive, next to the Biltmore Casino in Crystal Bay. This authentic log cabin is complete with stone fireplaces. It has been voted as the most romantic restaurant/best place to take a date. The owners are always on the premises to ensure the best quality. Soule Domain is a great place to enjoy fresh seafood and generous cuts of meat in an intimate setting.
Sunnyside Restaurant
1850 West Lake Blvd.
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 583-7200
American. Lunch & Dinner. Located 2 miles south of Tahoe City, CA on highway 89. Sunnyside offers beautiful lake views and a large deck for outdoor dining, weather permitting. Boat in for lunch, dinner or Sunday brunch and let their dock staff assist you. Try an order of shrimp cocktail presented in an elegant martini glass or feast on a mouth-watering chicken sandwich while enjoying spectacular sights of Lake Tahoe.
Swiss Lakewood Lodge
5055 West Lake Blvd.
Homewood, CA
(530) 525-5211
French Continental. Dinner. Located on the West Shore, this rustic building with a comfy, old world-type atmosphere exudes warmth and intimacy. Blame it on its Swiss influence with beautiful paintings of Alps and skiers, a fireplace, and charming wine cellar. Serving elegant food for the sophisticated palate, this prized local establishment is a great dinner house. A bonus: in the summer, lunch is served in the garden.
Tahoe House Bakery & Gourmet
625 W. Lake Blvd.
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 583-1377
Bakery/ Deli. Breakfast & Lunch. Located one mile south of Tahoe City, CA on highway 89. We think they have the best bakery in town! They make homemade breads, desserts, and gourmet goodies for lunch. You can stay and sit outside or inside by the fire while sipping your cappuccino coffee. Shop for jams, spreads, pastas, and wines while you’re there.
Wolfdale's
640 North Lake Blvd.
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 583-5700
West & Far East. Dinner. Another fabulous North Shore restaurant to try is Wolfdale's-aka "cuisine unique" which describes its food and personality-a comfortable, casual eloquence. Since opening in 1978 its staff has developed a style of Asian fusion cooking and professional service that illustrates their reputation for dedication to excellence. A full bar, extensive award winning wine cellar, outdoor deck and garden make this The Place for special parties.
