When gearing up for full day of Truckee ‘ings — skiing, biking, hiking, fishing, golfing, shopping — don’t forget to allow time for eating! Truckee restaurants offer choices for every taste and budget. Unlike other towns around Lake Tahoe, Truckee restaurants are spread out, but nothing is that far from accommodations or attractions.
Truckee dining celebrates its locale and Tahoe culture, finding ways to bring them all together. Restaurants can be found in buildings where local history has happened or in high-end resorts and lots where a front row view of Mother Nature is the feature. What’s important to know about Truckee restaurants is that, because of the diversity and quality, your dining experiences will prove to be highlights of your visit. Diners in the historic downtown area can wander from place to place: cocktails here, dinner a few doors away, dessert there, pub and people watching just down the street.
Portions at many restaurants tend to be large, very large, especially at breakfast. That’s just fine with most people — they can share or take home a morning doggie bag to enjoy as a snack for later. And speaking of doggies, many Truckee dining options also invite Fido to dine with you.
Dining in Truckee Restaurants
Mom and Pop places serve everything from meatloaf sandwiches, BLTs with slices of avocado and huevos rancheros. Burgers with fries, gluten-free, vegetarian and meat-loaded pizzas, along with spaghetti and meatballs, are easy to find in Truckee, as is Japanese, with sushi as a main feature.
When you want to dine top shelf, prix fixe or a la carte, Truckee restaurants will never disappoint. Farm to fork options are expertly offered by area chefs with French, Italian and American overtones. And, while these eateries might be hundreds of miles from the California coast, soft shell crabs, lobster and other seafood entrees rank top among diners’ favorite entrees. Ask servers and sommeliers for their California wine recommendations. Some of the best comes from vineyards not far from Truckee.
Before visiting any Truckee restaurant, be sure to check our listings for daily specials and happy hours in case any current offerings catch your eye.
Truckee Restaurants by Category
If you are enjoying the beauty of the west end of Donner Lake and are in need of some tasty food and drink, then you are in luck. New to the scene, The Pub...read more
If you are looking for exclusive service and a gourmet dining experience, an excellent choice is The Sawyer. A luxurious dining opportunity nestled within...read more
Without great nutrition and the energy that it provides, the Lake Tahoe area would not be nearly as much fun. That is why The Station is a great addition to...read more
Truckee Brewing Company provides an opportunity to enjoy the gourmet side of beer in a welcoming atmosphere. New to the Tahoe craft beer scene, Truckee...read more
If you are wanting a delicious meal served at home but don't want to do the work or the clean up that is required, then you are in for a treat with Truckee...read more
Truckee Tavern & Grill lives up to its name. As a tavern, the bar shines with a curated selection of spirits, beer and wine. If small-batch whiskeys and...read more
Tuff Beanz is kind of an anti-coffee house in that it isn’t a hipster magnet or pretentious art house that happens to serve coffee. Open from 6 a.m. to 2 p....read more
All of the best ski resorts these days strive to provide the most complete vacation experience, and the Village at Northstar is a prime example. When you...read more
The Village at Northstar is an example of the coming of age of the Sierra ski resorts. Gone are the days when the Tahoe area hillsides were bustling with...read more
Village Pizzeria has all the Italian comfort foods and some with new twists. Of course there are the standard toppings like sausage, pepperoni and all the...read more
With the distinction of being the longest-running breakfast establishment in the entire Tahoe basin, Wagon Train Coffee Shop has a story that makes you...read more
