By Exception Wine List, we don't mean the Tahoe restaurants that serve a couple of choices for every grape. We mean the places where the list is long and properly pronouncing some of them might be a trick!
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Lake Tahoe Exceptional Wine List
3140 U.S. Highway 50, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Getaway Cafe has garnered local acclaim as the go-to spot for great breakfast and lunch experiences. With a legacy of six consecutive years as the recipient of the Best Breakfast and Best Lunch awards, and the prestigious honor of ranking 10th in Yelp's Top 100 Spots to Celebrate Mother's Day nationally, Getaway Cafe has been delighting patrons since its establishment in 2006. Serving alpine comfort cuisine, every dish on their menu is meticulously crafted using locally sourced ingredients, ensuring freshness and quality with each bite. Whether you're craving the vibrant flavors of Mexican/American fusion or the comforting classics of traditional breakfast fare, their house specialties such as chilaquiles, deluxe eggs Benedict and Coconut French Toast are sure to please. From their scratch-made creations to their use of locally sourced meat, produce and dairy suppliers, authenticity is at the heart of everything they do. Their dedication to quality extends to their partnerships with esteemed local vendors, including fresh-baked Truckee Sourdough bread, Alpen Sierra Coffee and Overland Meat Company's breakfast sausage patties. Their inviting atmosphere beckons guests to relax and unwind. During the summer months, the large, dog-friendly outdoor patio is a beloved gathering spot for locals and visitors, offering the perfect setting to savor brunch amidst scenic surroundings. With generous portions, attentive service and an extensive selection of draft beer, Bloody Marys and mimosas, every visit to Getaway Cafe is an unforgettable culinary journey.
Getaway Cafe has garnered local acclaim as the go-to spot for great breakfast and lunch experiences. With a legacy of six consecutive years as the recipient of the Best Breakfast and Best Lunch awards, and the prestigious honor of ranking 10th in Yelp's Top 100 Spots to Celebrate Mother's Day nationally, Getaway Cafe has been delighting patrons since its establishment in 2006. Serving alpine comfort cuisine,...read more
Getaway Cafe has garnered local acclaim as the go-to spot for great breakfast and lunch...read more
Lake Tahoe Exceptional Wine List
Moody’s in downtown Truckee is all about the three Bs – bistro, bar and beats. In fact, that’s the popular establishment’s formal name: Moody’s Bistro, Bar & Beats (but locals just call it Moody’s). Occupying the lower half of the historic (and maybe haunted) Truckee Hotel, Moody’s is open for lunch, dinner and late-night grooving to live jazz. Not hungry enough for a full meal?...read more
Obexer's Boat Company & Obexer's Water Sports
Lake Tahoe Exceptional Wine List
Obexer's General Store is so much more than a general store. It offers all the normal stuff that would be found at a corner convenience shop, but the goodies go far beyond that. At Obexer's you will find homemade sandwiches, the super-popular Obexer's secret sauces for pasta, salad dressings, BBQ sauce, seafood and marinades as well as specialty olives and mustards. Obexer's also offers freshly...read more
Northstar California Resort
Village at Northstar
Lake Tahoe Exceptional Wine List
Petra is a wine and gourmet restaurant at Northstar, the perfect place for an afternoon or evening of relaxation with good drinks and good food. The restaurant offers indoor and outdoor seating, wines and craft beers, shared-plate appetizers, entrees and scrumptious desserts. Make it a wine tasting outing with their 150 wines available and then enjoy your selection on site or take it home with you....read more
Lake Tahoe Exceptional Wine List
If you're one of those who enjoy the splendor of locally sourced, organic, fresh-from-the-farm dishes that are made with heartfelt inspiration and passion, then you must check out Truckee's Philosophy. A restaurant that is built on the foundation of delectable feasts designed with health-consciousness and simplicity, their creative menu encompasses fun renditions of soups, salads and sandwiches as well as tasty bar bites, desserts and...read more
Lake Tahoe Exceptional Wine List
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
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
Lake Tahoe Exceptional Wine List
If you are looking for a sweet setting for a romantic cocktail or a fantastic place to meet friends after a day on the sailboat, try Pier 111 Bar. With its spectacular location suspended over the water of Lake Tahoe, this cozy offering of elegance is well versed in offering exceptional cocktail varieties as well as gourmet meals. Their menu is packed full of fun...read more
Lake Tahoe Exceptional Wine List
Located off the beaten track in one of Truckee’s recently developed golf-course communities, PJ’s Bar & Grill is easily overlooked. But its wooded setting just off the 18th hole of the Gray’s Crossing golf course is picturesque, and the food excellent. The casual, expansive outdoor dining patio and surrounding lawn is a perfect place for kids to romp during summer evenings while their parents enjoy a...read more
The Village at Palisades Tahoe
Lake Tahoe Exceptional Wine List
A prime example of California chic, PlumpJack Inn is designed with a high-class, contemporary flair that still connects with the mountains. Modern, spacious and inviting, PlumpJacks (as it is known by locals) is a favorite for those looking for an upscale approach to their time at Palisades Tahoe (formerly known as Squaw Valley). PlumpJacks is located next door to the Palisades Tahoe Cable Car and...read more
Lake Tahoe Exceptional Wine List
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 establishments in...read more
Lake Tahoe Exceptional Wine List
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
Lake Tahoe Exceptional Wine List
River Grill is considered to be one of the best fine-dining options in Lake Tahoe. It not only brings together exceptional seasonal tastes with incredible wines, but also has a welcoming, inviting atmosphere that makes both locals and visitors feel completely at home. The dining side of the establishment has an open deck for summer evenings, and it is spectacular for taking in the beautiful...read more
Lake Tahoe Exceptional Wine List
If you haven’t dined at Scusa lately, you may need to double-check your GPS because it recently changed locations. But it still offers an Italian menu with both traditional and creative dishes in a fun and relaxing atmosphere. The meals are prepared with fresh and local ingredients, and the bread and desserts are baked on site. Fresh seafood, live entertainment and a picturesque dining courtyard...read more
