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A photo of Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen - Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(6770)
$$$$
• American • Stateline
Booked 51 times today
Located on the Casino Floor at Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe the restaurant has red and blue design details in the show kitchen, a private dining room and a contemporary bar serving the latest trends in mixology. The Red and Blue kitchens serve up modern lunch and dinner menus including Hell’s Kitchen signature dishes made with the highest quality ingredients.
A photo of Granlibakken Tahoe - Cedar House Pub restaurant
4.2
Awesome(204)
$$$$
• American • Tahoe City
Cedar House Pub is located within the beautiful Granlibakken Tahoe resort and is open to guests and anyone looking for a great meal. It is known for its gastro pub menu prepared by our Food & Beverage Director Jeff Powell. Indoor and seasonal outdoor seating available or surprise your family with a delectable to-go dinner. We offer many dining options for those with specialized dietary needs, kids menu, delicious desserts and a tempting cocktail menu.A great atmosphere awaits you in Cedar House Pub, featuring a warm wood fire in the winter months, a well stocked bar, and large windows looking out into Granlibakken's quiet, private valley which is surrounded by fir trees and pines. Our Cedar House Deck is open seasonally. Breakfast buffet served daily in GranHall.
A photo of Maggie's - Desolation Hotel restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(604)
$$$$
• American • Stateline
Booked 11 times today
Perched on the third floor of the adventure-inspired Desolation Hotel, Maggie's is South Lake Tahoe's most elevated dining experience — literally and figuratively. Named after the iconic twin peaks of Desolation Wilderness, our indoor-outdoor restaurant offers a one-of-a-kind treehouse atmosphere, with a wraparound deck built around a towering pine, a two-sided fireplace, and slide-away window walls that blur the line between mountain air and warm hospitality. Chef-driven and seasonally inspired, our modern American menu celebrates fresh, local ingredients and delivers effortless Tahoe charm with genuine heart. Sip from our backlit wine wall, settle in at the granite-topped bar, or dine al fresco beneath the pines — then linger over an expertly crafted cocktail as the mountain air cools. With vegan and gluten-free options, dog-friendly outdoor seating, and a commitment to local community organizations, Maggie's is a place where everyone belongs.
A photo of Kalani's restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1805)
$$$$
• Seafood • South Shore
Booked 23 times today
Kalani's is located in the beautiful setting of the Heavenly Village. Kalani's is one of Tahoe's premier locations serving seafood, steaks and sushi.Full weekend brunch, dinner menu, raw bar, and full bar served daily.Happy hour served Monday-Friday in our Puka Lounge.
A photo of The Sawyer at Schaffer's Mill Club restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(753)
$$$$
• American • Truckee
Booked 9 times today
Located in the heart of the Pinyon Pine-Juniper woodland area of the Sierra Nevada’s, elevated at 5,817 feet in the town of Truckee, resides The Sawyer at Schaffer’s Mill. With food true to the land and served by real Truckee people, The Sawyer is the perfect name for the final, most awaited addition to Schaffer’s Mill.The Sawyer is centered around an amazing indoor bar with views of Lookout Mountain and the golf course. The restaurant features a locally crafted all-day menu with selections of shareable, freshly-prepared salads, generous sandwiches, and delicious entrees.
A photo of Osteria Sierra restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(107)
$$$$
• Italian • Incline Village
Booked 12 times today
At Osteria Sierra, we're dedicated to recapturing the authentic osteria ambiance while elevating the dining experience. By day, delight in breakfast favorites in our comfortable alpine atmosphere. At night, enjoy a modern take on Northern Italian cuisine. Indulge in freshly made pasta crafted in-house, along with steaks, seafood, and decadent desserts, all complemented by carefully curated wines and cocktails. We proudly use ingredients from the Tahoe Food Hub, which connects restaurants with locally grown and organic ingredients.Please be informed that our reservation cut off time is 1 hour prior. Kindly contact us at 775.886.6675 to make a reservation.For any questions and parties of 6 or more, please contact our team at TVLLT-F&B.Outlets@hyatt.com.
A photo of Saltgrass Steak House - Lake Tahoe restaurant
4.4
Awesome(169)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Stateline
Booked 15 times today
Cut into a hearty Angus Beef steak at our award-winning scratch kitchen, Saltgrass Steak House located inside Golden Nugget Lake Tahoe Hotel & Casino in South Lake Tahoe. Discover the superior flavors of Saltgrass while enjoying menu favorites like our massive Silver Star Porterhouse, our homestyle Country Fried Steak, and our slow braised BBQ Pork Ribs. Visit us for a romantic date night or try one of our huge family meal bundles for busy families on the go. Relax in the No Bull lounge and cash in on the best cocktails in town while experiencing our famous Saltgrass hospitality firsthand.
A photo of Bar of America restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(996)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Truckee
Booked 18 times today
This comfortable Bar and Restaurant in Historic Downtown Truckee welcomes diners with its warm interior and friendly efficient service. The All American menu has a wide range of classic and modern favorites, from sandwiches to steaks and seafood all distinctively paired with an award winning wine list satisfying a broad taste palate at reasonable prices.
A photo of Wild River Grille restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3032)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Reno
Booked 39 times today
Perfectly positioned in the very heart of Reno on the Truckee River, Wild River Grille provides warm, attentive service in a sophisticated but relaxed setting. Inspired by the region’s natural beauty our lush, woodsy interior provides an amazing setting. Or, you can enjoy the fresh air while sitting on Reno's best patio right in the heart of Downtown. Our skilled culinary team presents seasonal and locally sourced menus featuring Nouveau American cuisine complemented by innovative comfort foods. WRG offers a varied selection of wines from around the globe, refreshing locally brewed beers, and handcrafted cocktails made from fresh squeezed juices and house liquor infusions.Wild River Grille offers a group-friendly, spacious interior, full bar,and décor that pays tribute to the city’s heyday. Lunch and Dinner are served seven days a week starting at 11 am with an amazing Happy Hour served Mon-Fri from 4-6pm
A photo of Riva Grill restaurant
4.3
Awesome(5127)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • South Shore
Booked 74 times today
Home of the Wet Woody ® and storybook sunsets, Riva Grill is Tahoe South’s premier lake front restaurant located in the Ski Run Marina. The 3,000 square foot deck overlooking Lake Tahoe comfortably seats 200 guests and is a dining experience that is second to none. Floor to ceiling windows in the two-story restaurant provide an equally epic view of the Sierras and Lake. Since 1998, visitors and locals alike have flocked to Riva for the best food and service in town. Try the bacon-wrapped filet and scampi with Point Reyes Bleu Cheese butter, the renown grilled or blackened fish tacos with apple-jicama slaw and micro cilantro or any of their home made wood fired pizzas, to name just a few. Additionally, a visit to Riva Grill would not be complete without trying their world famous Wet Woody ® signature cocktail. The rum and fruit juice blended drink will leave you with cold hands and a warm heart and certainly wanting one more.
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