Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Tahoe / Reno Area

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Six Peaks Grille

4.6

4.6 (297)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Olympic Valley / Squaw Valley

About the restaurant

Six Peaks Grille redefines Lake Tahoe fine dining, offering a feast for your eyes as well as your palate. Surrounded by spectacular views of the majestic six peaks of Olympic Valley and the meadows below, Six Peaks Grille presents an innovative menu of distinctive regional cuisine that features the freshest produce, seafood and steaks. Enjoy romantic indoor dining by our beautiful stone fireplace and panoramic views through our floor-to-ceiling picture windows. Six Peaks Grille also features signature cocktails and martinis, as well as an extensive wine list. Our relaxed mountain atmosphere provides a family-friendly setting for dinner. We recommend reservations. Please note that days and hours of operation may vary based on business levels and seasonality.

Top review

JenVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Fantastic dinner with extended family! The Granite Chief cocktail was refreshing and complex. Highly recommend the duck starter. The cut of the day was the bison rib-eye, which was delicious. If they have it, definitely opt for it. My dad had the pork chop, which he praised as better than what he recently had at a 1-star Michelin restaurant in the Bay Area. The catch of the day, sea bream, included Kauai prawn, mussels and delicious mushrooms. The grilled lemon cheesecake was amazing, while the chocolate mousse was shockingly too chocolately for the chocolate fans in my family. Overall, the tastiest meal in the Tahoe area we’ve had in a while. Definitely plan to come back!

Smoke Door - Lake Tahoe Saryo

4.9

4.9 (169)

$50 and over

Japanese

Kings Beach

About the restaurant

Smoke Door Lake Tahoe Saryo is a Japanese-inspired restaurant using primitive wildfire cooking methods highlighting seasonal ingredients from Japan and the Tahoe region.

Our Executive Chef, Tyler Burges, hails from notable restaurants such as Michael Mina, Angler, and the esteemed Saison and is driven by seasonality and innovation.
Nestled in the breathtaking surroundings of Lake Tahoe, it offers an unforgettable dining experience with views of the open kitchen and wood-burning hearth.

Please note, we are unable to accommodate vegans or celiacs within our restaurant. If you have any specific dietary restrictions, allergies, or aversions please contact us via email at info@smokedoorsaryo.com

**We are unable to accommodate any children under the age of 10 within our restaurant.**

Top review

Russell

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Went for our anniversary and had a wonderful time. The food is outstanding. Service was very attentive and Zach was very helpful. Great to have a restaurant of this caliber in Tahoe.

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Experience

A La Carte Bar Menu

Experience

Christmas Eve 10 Course Menu

Christy Hill

4.8

4.8 (2217)

$50 and over

Californian

Tahoe City

About the restaurant

A memorable dining experience awaits you as you enter the Christy Hill Restaurant in the center of Tahoe City. The restaurant sits on the shoreline of Lake Tahoe on an elevated embankment offering diners a panoramic vista. The intimate setting offers guests a view that is only upstaged by the cuisine, wine and service. Spectacular sunsets that can be seen from every table is just one of the many reasons that Christy Hill was voted "Most Romantic Restaurant" and "North Lake Tahoe's Iconic Restaurants with World-Class Views" by the San Francisco Chronicle.

Executive Chef, Luis Vallin, focuses on sustainability and innovation, supporting local merchants and farmers. The thoughtful and playful menu pays homage to the tradition of Christy Hill while continuing to uplift and propel the cuisine and restaurant into exciting new territory.

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Tim

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Committed and friendly long term staff, creative menu, delicious food, and wonderful ambiance in a cozy setting with an amazing view of the lake and East Shore mountains.

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Experience

New Years Eve 2025 - Seating One

Experience

New Years Eve 2025 - Seating Two

Duke's - Casino Fandango

4.9

4.9 (150)

$31 to $50

American

Carson City

About the restaurant

At Duke's, savor spectacular USDA Prime beef prepared to perfection while enjoying our extensive wine selection. The elegant ambience and extraordinary service is yet another reason Duke's is recognized as one of Northern Nevada's premier restaurants and was voted BEST Steakhouse in Carson City.

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Jerome

Dined 1 day ago

Great food, as usual. And service was awesome, thank you Ron!

Atlantis Steakhouse - Atlantis Casino Resort Spa

4.7

4.7 (3012)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Reno

About the restaurant

Atlantis Steakhouse is proud to be the recipient of the AAA Four Diamond award. Only 2.6% of the 29,000 restaurants across the United States, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean rated by AAA receive this prestigious designation. Capturing the cosmopolitan essence of Chicago to San Francisco, the Atlantis Steakhouse is impeccably styled with a design that melds contemporary elegance with classic comfort. Atlantis proudly serves Allen Brothers of Chicago meats, the nation’s finest steaks. These dry-aged USDA prime cuts are the ultimate grade of beef, chosen for their superb quality, marbling and flavor. Experience the art of traditional Steakhouse table side dining, unsurpassed service and unmatched attention to detail. Glowing honey onyx exudes warmth and the plush dining settees create a dining ambiance second to none. Classic cocktails, metropolitan martinis and over 336 selections of wine complete your experience.

Top review

MichaelVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Was so nice to be in a true steak house with a maitre d who checks in on you and your service. The steaks were tender and well seasoned

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Chambers Landing Bar & Grill

4.5

4.5 (112)

$31 to $50

American

Homewood

About the restaurant

Where modern elegance and rustic Tahoe charm, align. Enjoy an open air unparalleled lakefront dining experience! Choose from three different menus. Lunch and dinner are two separate services offered in the restaurant. Poke on the Pier is served dockside. Checkout the oldest bar on the lake and try the famous Chambers Crush- our signature fruity frozen rum cocktail!

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Kathryn

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

Great restaurant with a beautiful view of Lake Tahoe!

Wolfdale's Cuisine Unique

4.9

4.9 (1400)

$31 to $50

Californian

Tahoe City

About the restaurant

North Lake Tahoe’s premiere restaurant and popular bar is celebrating 41 years of exceptional service. As a family-run business, Wolfdale’s provides lakeview dining with a warm ambiance, and uses 'Cuisine Unique' to describe the fresh and simple aesthetic of each dish. Since opening in 1978, Chef Douglas Dale has developed a fusion style of California and Asian influences that is present throughout the menu. Wolfdale's accommodates gluten-free and vegan guests.

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Richard

Dined 1 day ago

A truly remarkable experience. I immediately sensed upon entering that the decor, staff, and ambience were very welcoming. The service was excellent and on point, and the food quality was superb. Highly recommend !

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Popular dish

Red Thai Seafood Stew

Popular dish

Braised Lamb Shank

Timber House Brewing & Lodge

4.7

4.7 (102)

$30 and under

American

Chester

About the restaurant

RESTAURANT & BREWERY

NOW OPEN

Dinner reservations are strongly recommended.

Top review

Sheila

Dined on Nov 25, 2024

We always look forward to eating here! Does not ever disappoint.

Crystal Bay Steak & Lobster

4.7

4.7 (92)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Incline Village

About the restaurant

The Crystal Bay Casino and New Chef Travis Kroell cordially invite you and guests to dine with us at the famous Steak & Lobster House. Set in a cozy Victorian Style dining room, experience great food and accompanying a playlist of vintage music. Enjoy a variety of USDA Certified Angus Beef Steaks, Huge Maine Lobsters and a great selection of Sides, Sauces and Appetizers. Choose from a massive variety of wines from all over the world or enjoy our elegant full bar.

Top review

Kim

Dined on Nov 23, 2024

I love this restaurant! It’s always delicious food, great cocktails, awesome service, fun music and ambiance. I recommend the filet.

Wolf by Vanderpump - Harveys Lake Tahoe

4.4

4.4 (967)

$30 and under

Unspecified

Stateline

About the restaurant

Wolf by Vanderpump has a full menu that will delight guests with its ingenuity and delicious flavors, featuring reimagined classics, as well as unique and decadent shareable bites. The menu is crafted for every season, using some regionally sourced and inspired ingredients.

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Mei Yung

Dined 4 days ago

We enjoyed the service. The cocktails were Excellent. I ordered the fish and flies. It was very good. The group enjoyed it.

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