Dining

Tahoe area restaurants will implement COVID-19 restrictions mandated by state and local offi cials this winter. Check websites or call ahead for updates and reservations. If you feel ill, please do not dine-out.

NORTH LAKE TAHOE

BRIDGETENDER American

Bridgetender is a true local’s favorite, with excellent burgers, starters and salads, large selection of beer on tap, and rustic dining room and bar. Great for take out! More on page 25. 65 West Lake Blvd., Tahoe City 530.583.3342 tahoebridgetender.com

CHRISTY HILL American

Elegant, unique cuisine with spectacular lake views, Christy Hill is a favorite of Tahoe food afi cionados. Chef Andrew Shimer’s dinner menu is creative and ever-changing. More on page 1. 115 Grove Street, Tahoe City 530.583.8551 christyhill.com

FAT CAT BAR & GRILL American

A family-friendly restaurant dedicated to using the freshest ingredients from local farms and ranches. Guests enjoy quality dishes, extensive bar menu and views of Lake Tahoe. Or visit the Reno Fat Cat. More on page 29. 599 North Lake Blvd., Tahoe City 530.583.2233 fatcatrestaurants.com

HACIENDA DEL LAGO Mexican Cantina

A Tahoe dining institution with grand lake views, spacious dining area and bar. Located in Boatworks Mall, Hacienda’s serves up large, delicious entrées. A popular Happy Hour features generous cocktails. More on page 27. 760 North Lake Blvd., Tahoe City 530.581.3700 hacdellago.com

JAKES ON THE LAKE American

Outstanding scenic dining overlooking Tahoe City Marina, Jakes’ menu specializes in seafood and steak, delicious appetizers and salads. Serving lunch and dinner, with online ordering available. More on page 25. 780 North Lake Blvd., Tahoe City 550.583.0188 jakestahoe.com

JASON’S BEACHSIDE GRILL American

Jason’s serves up classics like prime rib, baked chicken, burgers, sandwiches and Tahoe’s best salad bar. Popular for takeouts, too! More on page 33. 8338 North Lake Blvd., Kings Beach 530.546.3315 jasonsbeachsidegrille.com

OLD POST OFFICE Breakfast & Lunch

This family-owned and operated café has specialized in serving breakfast and lunch for over 45 years. Meals are prepared with the fi nest local ingredients and served to customers with love and kindness. 5245 North Lake Blvd., Carnelian Bay 530.546.3205

PIONEER COCKTAIL CLUB Bar & Restaurant

World-class cocktails created with premium spirits, fresh organic juices and other house-made ingredients. The menu features wood-fi red pizzas, creative entrees and apps. Great for take-out! More on page 10. 521 North Lake Blvd., Tahoe City 530.523.0402 pcctahoe.com

RIVER RANCH American

Treat yourself to drinks and dining at iconic River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant. A landmark since the late 1800’s, River Ranch is known for its lively, spacious patio—tented this winter—river-view dining room and bar. More on page 17. 2285 River Rd., Alpine Meadows 530.583.4264 riverranchlodge.com

WOLFDALE’S CUISINE UNIQUE Seasonal Asian & Californian

Since 1978, Chef Dale has developed a fusion of California and Asian infl uences—“Cuisine Unique”—featuring fresh and simple aesthetics. With a warm ambiance and lake views, the family-run business is celebrating 43 years of exceptional food and service. More on page 14. 640 North Lake Blvd. Tahoe City 530.583.5700 wolfdales.com

CROSBY’S GRILL & PUB

868 Tahoe Blvd., Incline Village 775.833.1030

DAM CAFÉ—breakfast/lunch

55 West Lake Blvd., Tahoe City 530.581.0278

FRONT STREET STATION—pizza

205 River Road, Tahoe City 530.583.3770

LAS PANCHITAS—Mexican

8345 North Lake Blvd., Kings Beach 530.546.4539

LONE EAGLE GRILL—American

111 Country Club Dr., Incline Village 775.886.6899

ROSIE’S CAFÉ—American

571 North Lake Blvd., Tahoe City 530.583.8504

TAHOE HOUSE BAKERY

625 West Lake Blvd., Tahoe City 530.583.1377

THAI KITCHEN

877 North Lake Blvd., Tahoe City 530.583.1784

WEST SHORE MARKET—deli & grocery

1780 West Lake Blvd., Tahoe City 530.584.2475

TRUCKEE

DARK HORSE COFFEE ROASTERS Freshly Roasted Coffee

Dark Horse has been roasting and serving quality coffee in Truckee since 2014, providing Tahoe coffee-lovers with a comfortable, unique communal space, freshly roasted specialty coffee and excellent service. Located in a cozy, historic building downtown near the river. 10009 W. River St. Ste. B, Downtown Truckee 530.550.9239 darkhorsetruckee.com

PIANETA Italian

A much-loved, local favorite with excellent and creative Italian food, salads, full bar and wine list. Call ahead for reservations and updates. More on page 1. 10096 Donner Pass Rd., Downtown Truckee 530.587.4694 pianetarestauranttruckee.com