If you're looking for a great steak at a Tahoe restaurant, your only hardship will be in choosing where! We have a grand selection of places where you can get perfectly prepared steak and all the extras you expect.
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Lake Tahoe Steaks
2285 River Road, Tahoe City, CA
Offering hearty gourmet dining and bar specials in a nostalgic atmosphere, River Ranch is a landmark destination for visitors and a locals' favorite year-round. Nestled on the banks of the Truckee River, River Ranch is poised to catch people tubing down the mellow rapids during the heat of the summer and to capture the après-ski crowd funneling down from the ski resorts during the cold winter nights. Their seasonal patio is home to an outdoor bar that serves the iconic Class V River Rum Punch and their famous nachos, with alfresco dining under the stars. The cozy and intimate indoor bar and restaurant are known for memorable meals, scenic river views and gathering around one of the two fireplaces. Their menu brings together all the summer and winter favorites with California cuisine and rotating specials and is proud to offer game, fish, chicken, burgers and veggie options. They also provide 19 small, boutique-style rooms for guests; reservations are highly recommended.
Offering hearty gourmet dining and bar specials in a nostalgic atmosphere, River Ranch is a landmark destination for visitors and a locals' favorite year-round. Nestled on the banks of the Truckee River, River Ranch is poised to catch people tubing down the mellow rapids during the heat of the summer and to capture the après-ski crowd funneling down from the ski resorts during the cold...read more
Offering hearty gourmet dining and bar specials in a nostalgic atmosphere, River Ranch is a...read more
Lake Tahoe Steaks
Freshie’s Restaurant is about, well, fresh and tasty food. It’s a tiny spot, and even though it is right on Lake Tahoe Boulevard you have to look closely to find it. A small dining room and bar is offset by a great second-story deck with a view of the lake. The food here is creative and wholesome with an emphasis on organic cuisine including vegetarian,...read more
Lake Tahoe Steaks
The restaurant is called a grill, and the recommended attire is business casual, but Friday’s Station in Harrah’s is definitely a fine-dining option. To begin with, it is located on the top floor, making the view alone worth the visit. Beyond that, the meats are certified Angus and USDA Choice beef, while the seafood is fresh and the side dishes are creative. On top of...read more
Lake Tahoe Steaks
Got a hankering for a cold drink and some California cuisine as you’re boating across Lake Tahoe in the summer? Pull up to the pier at Gar Woods Grill, and they’ll valet park your vessel while you slip in for a refreshment. Take in the amazing views of the jewel of the Sierra from the deck and balconies or from inside Gar Woods through their...read more
The Landing Lake Tahoe Resort & Spa
Lake Tahoe Steaks
Located at the Landing Resort & Spa, Jimmy’s is an elegant restaurant that serves mountain chic California cuisine. Brunch and a happy hour are offered daily. For dinner you can choose a number of small dishes to share as appetizers or as your main fare. From the new larger entree menu, select from dishes such as olive-oil braised chicken and prime 8 oz. filet mignon....read more
Shops at Heavenly Village
Lake Tahoe Steaks
The high Sierra isn’t the first place you think of when you call to mind Hawaiian cuisine. But Kalani’s in the Heavenly Village offers a menu with island dishes influenced by Asian and European techniques. Dinner options include fresh fish and quality steaks, while the sushi bar presents a range of fun and creative choices. The Puka Lounge has an appetizer menu and full bar...read more
Lake Tahoe Steaks
Kirkwood Inn & Saloon is a piece of backcountry history, all the way from 1864. The menu looks as if it were built by a high-country fur trapper, but it is surprisingly high-end with soups, salads, burgers and an eclectic offering of entrees. The full bar doesn’t have an enormous selection but does have hot cocktails to ward of the winter chill in addition to...read more
Lake Tahoe Steaks
Maggie’s Restaurant, nestled within Desolation Hotel, invites you to savor fresh, locally inspired cuisine in a charming, welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant specializes in seasonal contemporary dishes, carefully crafted to delight your taste buds. The dining space strikes the perfect balance between casual and elegant, creating an inviting experience that's both comforting and sophisticated. Whether you're a hotel guest, a visitor to the area or a...read more
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
Northstar California Resort
Lake Tahoe Steaks
As the marquee restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe, Manzanita is a feast for the palette and the eyes. The California-inspired cuisine is fused with flavors from around the world, while the surrounding mountains, which are easily seen through huge windows, inspire the decor. There are several ways to experience the menu at Manzanita beyond the well-appointed dining room. There is the chef’s table, where...read more
Lake Tahoe Steaks
As you walk into Old Range Steakhouse you’ll be greeted by the Wall of Wine from which you can select a bottle to accompany your meal. Slip into one of their vinyl booths surrounded by redwood paneling and take in the view of the lake and mountains. The vintage steakhouse atmosphere probably hasn’t been updated since the 1970s, but that’s not a complaint. Big is...read more
Lake Tahoe Steaks
Northern California and Northern Italy are two distinct places, but they come together perfectly at Pianeta in downtown Truckee. Pianeta’s cuisine is inspired by Northern Italy, but the ambiance of the restaurant and bar could only be found in an Old West building along Truckee’s historic main street. Along with fresh, California-inspired takes on Italian dishes there are old-world standbys including homemade pastas, ravioli and...read more
Lake Tahoe Steaks
The food and service at Restaurant Trokay is what one would expect to find in Manhattan or Paris, but the ambiance and ingredients are all about Truckee and Northern California. Don’t let Trokay’s small, artfully presented plates fool you – the chef/owner is all about subtle yet huge tastes that satisfy the palate as well as the eye. The husband-and-wife owners hail from vaunted foodie...read more
Lake Tahoe Steaks
Home of the Wet Woody and storybook sunsets, Riva Grill is a favorite lakefront restaurant located in the Ski Run Marina. Their 3,000-square-foot deck overlooking Lake Tahoe comfortably seats 200 guests and offers an experience that highlights the beauty of Lake Tahoe. Floor-to-ceiling windows in the two-story restaurant provide an equally epic view of the Sierras and Lake Tahoe. Since 1998 visitors and locals have...read more
