Big Water Grille

4.6

1270 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Romantic

Nestled in the mountains of the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, the Big Water Grille has spectacular panoramic lake views that are among the best around. Our Chefs are impressing diners with his fresh/seasonal menu. Join us for a martini in the lounge, a glass of wine on the deck or a fine dining experience in the dining room. Choose from our craft cocktails or extensive wine list from around the world.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Steak, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(775) 833-0606
Website
http://www.bigwatergrille.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Cello Taddeo / Antonio Duran
Catering
Catering available
Private party facilities
Wine Cellar private dining for up to 18 people. Restaurant buyout options for up to 120 people. Minimums apply.

Location
341 Ski Way, Incline Village, NV 89451
Neighborhood
Incline Village
Cross street
Country Club Dr
Parking details
Ample parking.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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House Smoked Salmon$19.00
caper~dill cream cheese, blueberry coulis, sea salt, crème fraîche
Roasted Red & Gold Beets$22.00
goat cheese, orange segments, watermelon radish, balsamic reduction
Chopped Caesar$16.00
parmesan crisp, lemon zest, garlic croutons
Lamb Meatballs$16.00
pineapple, hoisin~sesame~soy, green onion
Ahi Tuna Poke*$32.00
sesame~ginger~soy, wasabi crème fraîche, toasted sesame seeds, wonton chips
KFC [Korean Fried Cauliflower]$14.00
house made spicy chili sauce, green onion, sesame seeds
Chef's Soup$14.00

Entrées

Pan Seared Alaskan Halibut*$46.00
citrus quinoa, asparagus, lemon cream sauce
Seared Sea Scallops*$44.00
roosted butternut squash purée, crispy kale, caper beurre blanc
Mahi Mahi Fish & Chips$32.00
fresh cut kennebec fries, house made tartar sauce
Seared Maple Leaf Farms Duck Breast$42.00
farro, braised baby bok choy, blackberry port sauce
Braised Beef Short Ribs$48.00
parmesan polenta, roasted broccolini, crispy shallots, pan jus
Grilled Filet Mignon*$62.00
garlic confit mashed potatoes, roasted brussels sprouts, chef's mix mushrooms, demi-glace
Chef's Pasta of the Day$0.00
garlic bread
- AQ$0.00
BWG Half-Pound Burger*$28.00
house ground beef served on a brioche bun with fresh cut kennebec fries and bread & butter pickles extra sharp white cheddar cheese, bacon, tomato, caramelized onion, lettuce, herb aioli

Sides

$10 each

Mashed Potatoes
Citrus Quinoa
Parmesan Polenta
Roasted Broccolini
Braised Baby Bok Choy
Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Fresh Cut Kennebec Fries

What 1,270 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

North Lake Tahoe
Best Overall
North Lake Tahoe
Best Food
North Lake Tahoe
Best Service
North Lake Tahoe
Best Value
North Lake Tahoe
Hot spot
North Lake Tahoe
Neighborhood gem
North Lake Tahoe
Great for fine wines
North Lake Tahoe
Romantic
North Lake Tahoe
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Big Water Grille delights with its "wonderful atmosphere," "consistently great food," and "fantastic service." Diners love the "amazing views" of Lake Tahoe, with standout dishes like lamb and filet mignon. While some found the prices high and service pacing inconsistent, the overall experience remains a "favorite" for many.

1,270 Reviews

A
Alex
Tahoe
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Thanksgiving dinner $42a plate. Ran out of most of the side dishes. we were presented 4 plates with turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, and some apple thing as a substitute for lack of cranberries. green bean casserole was absent. Turkey was Luke warm, dry and only one person got white meat. my wife got 3 dried up pieces of dark meat and a big pile of skin underneath to make it look bigger. We had made our reservation in October, and dined at 7:00. Thanksgiving dinner is what you were serving, but it did not seem as though you had prepared enough. We had a salad and a couple of glasses of wine, when the bill came it was $233. The server was trying his best with the lack of food, and working on Thanksgiving, so with tip this meal cost $260. We felt insulted and ripped off on departure. We have been to Big Water Grille on several occasions, including other Thanksgivings, but this was our last. Sad effort.
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Karen
Tahoe
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were very happy to find our neighborhood restaurant open on Thanksgiving Day. The martinis were excellent. We chose the Turkey dinner which was delicious and plentiful. Chris was an exceptional waiter and very attentive.
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Yin
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome experience in the restaurant, offer kids menu, everything is great especially the sea bass and pumpkin cheesecake, stunning! Our waitress is both professional and sweet. GREAT experience!
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Stephen
Sacramento
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant with priceless views and ambiance of the Lake Tahoe region…loved our Thanksgiving dinner there.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The halibut was so good and the service couldn’t be better.
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twg999
Sacramento
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The wait staff was wonderful. We had a Pumpkin cheesecake with pecan fudge underneath. It was the most delicious dessert we had ever had anywhere.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Tahoe
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
The food is among the best you’ll find on the lake, but the service falls short. The ambience is good but honestly depends on your seat. Some of the views of the lake are iconic. Considering the price, restaurants like Lone Eagle or Soule Domain offer a much better service experience and competing food quality.
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Jolinda
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful setting, delicious food and great server!
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Vonny
South Dakota
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent server, curly hair and a mustache, absolutely on the ball! The chef is excellent too, I had the pork chop with mango chutney, melted in my mouth, such a tender piece of meat, wow! My husband had the filet and said the same thing,. Our experience was the best, thank you and keep up the great experience.
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Judith
Houston
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great deck for chilling out and watching the sunset. Terrific service. Thanks!
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FAQs

Big Water Grille offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (775) 833-0606.

Big Water Grille is rated 4.6 stars by 1270 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

341 Ski Way, Incline Village, NV 89451

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Country Club Dr
Neighborhood
Incline Village
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Steak, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Ample parking.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Cello Taddeo / Antonio Duran
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bigwatergrille.com/
Phone number
(775) 833-0606
Catering
Catering available
Private party facilities
Wine Cellar private dining for up to 18 people. Restaurant buyout options for up to 120 people. Minimums apply.

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Big Water Grille

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

33 Tahoe / Reno Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Starters

House Smoked Salmon$19.00

Roasted Red & Gold Beets$22.00

Chopped Caesar$16.00

Lamb Meatballs$16.00

Ahi Tuna Poke*$32.00

KFC [Korean Fried Cauliflower]$14.00

Chef's Soup$14.00

Entrées

Pan Seared Alaskan Halibut*$46.00

Seared Sea Scallops*$44.00

Mahi Mahi Fish & Chips$32.00

Seared Maple Leaf Farms Duck Breast$42.00

Braised Beef Short Ribs$48.00

Grilled Filet Mignon*$62.00

Chef's Pasta of the Day$0.00

BWG Half-Pound Burger*$28.00

Sides

Mashed Potatoes

Citrus Quinoa

Parmesan Polenta

Roasted Broccolini

Braised Baby Bok Choy

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Fresh Cut Kennebec Fries

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Big Water Grille offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Big Water Grille restaurant rated?

Is Big Water Grille currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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