Food & Drink

Lake-View Dining

A table right over the water —” the most quintessential meal you can eat in Tahoe.

On the Water

Our Favorite Lakefront Tables

These North and West Shore institutions put you right at the water's edge. Tap any one for its live listing —” hours, menu, photos and reservations.

Lone Eagle Grille

Incline Village · East Shore

The Hyatt's lakefront flagship —” a towering stone fireplace, a patio at the water's edge and a refined surf-and-turf menu. The North Shore's go-to for a special lakeside dinner.

Gar Woods Grill & Pier

Carnelian Bay · North Shore

A North Shore classic on the water, named for the wooden speedboats. Famous for its deck, its signature "Wet Woody" cocktail and front-row sunset views.

Sunnyside Restaurant & Lodge

West Shore · Tahoe City

A West Shore institution just south of Tahoe City with one of the lake's best deck scenes —” burgers and zucchini sticks at lunch, full dinners at golden hour.

Jake's on the Lake

Tahoe City · North Shore

A lakefront fixture in Tahoe City for decades, with a wraparound deck, fresh seafood and a laid-back, something-for-everyone menu.

Heads up: Restaurants change hours and seasons (and occasionally close). We keep these descriptions general on purpose — always check the live listing for current hours, menus and reservations before you go, and book ahead for sunset tables in summer.
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