Best Casual Restaurants in Carnelian Bay

10 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Gar Woods Grill and Pier Restaurant restaurant

1. Gar Woods Grill and Pier Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(4741)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carnelian Bay

Booked 36 times today

For 36 years Gar Woods Grill and Pier has been the premier waterfront dining destination in North Lake Tahoe. Floor-to-ceiling windows, large deck and balconies provide breath-taking views of Lake Tahoe and the Sierras. Gar Woods Grill and Pier is an upscale casual restaurant that accommodates groups of 160 just as easily as groups of two. Our Chef has created a menu highlighting California cuisine, hand cut steaks and fresh Pacific seafood, served in a fun-in-the-sun atmosphere. The wine list is a collection of best-known California vintners featuring more than a dozen wines by the glass. Enjoy the waterfront deck while sipping on Gar Woods world famous Wet Woody®. With nearly four million sold, you will be in good company! Or thaw out with a Warm Woody or a Heavenly Bottom. Lake Tahoe sunsets are our specialty. Service dogs/bunnies/parrots welcome- with appropriate credentials under the ADA.

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2. Smoke Door - Lake Tahoe Saryo

4.9

Exceptional(177)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Kings Beach

Booked 7 times today

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.**

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3. Jake's on the Lake

4.5

Awesome(561)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Tahoe City

Booked 1 time today

Jake’s On The Lake is the ultimate waterfront dining experience in Lake Tahoe! Soak in spectacular views of the lake and enjoy a flavorsome meal while we treat you to our warm “Mountain Aloha” hospitality. Family owned and operated since 1978 our menu is inspired by Californian and Hawaiian flavors and features the freshest possible, locally-sourced seafood, grass-fed meats, and seasonal produce. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

4. Fumo

4.4

Awesome(187)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Incline Village

Booked 3 times today

Casual American Fusion restaurant with a cozy cabin feel, patio seating, and bar seats. Offering breakfast, lunch and dinner with a diverse craft cocktail list.

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5. River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1064)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Tahoe City

Booked 11 times today

Located on the banks of the Truckee River between Truckee and Tahoe City, this rustic old Tahoe lodge has been a Tahoe dining favorite for many, many years. Choose between a cozy table in our Alpine Dining Room or along the river in our River View Dining Room. In the summer, dine on our patio that overlooks the river. Enjoy great food and drink that is creative and interesting while being delicious and familiar. The menu changes seasonally to ensure use of the most available sustainable, fresh ingredients.

6. Sunnyside

4.4

Awesome(1673)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Tahoe City

Booked 12 times today

We will be hosting a wedding on Sunday, January 14, 2024 and will be accepting walk-ins only at our Mountainside Bar. We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to seeing you! Welcome! We are open for lakeside dining. Visit our website for the latest Sunnyside Restaurant and Lodge updates! This iconic lakeside lodge and restaurant is the ideal Tahoe getaway. With a charming lakeside hotel, fantastic food and a panoramic lake view, it is nothing short of a magical mountain experience. It’s everything you hoped Tahoe would be and more, from the mouthwatering cuisine to the largest seasonal lakeside deck in all of Tahoe. With community farmer’s markets, a lakeside bike path and some of the best ski resorts in California, life on the lake never gets boring. There’s always something fun and exciting for the entire family at Sunnyside.

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7. Granlibakken Tahoe - Cedar House Pub

4.5

Awesome(174)

Price: Moderate

• American • Tahoe City

Booked 3 times today

Cedar House Pub is located within the beautiful Granlibakken Tahoe resort and is open to guests and anyone looking for a great meal. It is known for its gastro pub menu prepared by an award-winning culinary team. Indoor and seasonal outdoor seating available or surprise your family with a delectable to-go dinner. We offer many dining options for those with specialized dietary needs, family-style meals, and choices for little humans’ distinguished pallets.A great atmosphere awaits you in Cedar House Pub, featuring a warm wood fire in the winter months, a well stocked bar, and large windows looking out into Granlibakken's quiet, private valley which is surrounded by fir trees and pines. Our Cedar House Deck is open seasonally. Breakfast buffet served daily in GranHall.

A photo of Stella at Gravity Haus Truckee-Tahoe restaurant

8. Stella at Gravity Haus Truckee-Tahoe

4.3

Awesome(387)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Truckee

Booked 6 times today

Fresh. Vibrant. Innovative.From the moment you walk in, you will sense the warmth and energy of our open kitchen and garden patios. With a conceptual nod to California farming and sustainability, our dishes are soulful, yet simple and locally sourced. We aim for our premium ingredients and creative fusions to leave you relaxed and refreshed. Please call for large parties, events or buyouts.

9. Austin's

4.5

Awesome(81)

Price: Moderate

• American • Incline Village

Booked 4 times today

At Austin's, we are committed to using only high quality fresh ingredients to create our homestyle American cuisine. Our commitment is also to the health of our community and environment. We proudly feature seasonal, local and organic ingredients and produce from various sustainable farms. We support abundant oceans and serve only sustainable seafood. Our disposable service ware, from straws to takeout bags, is biodegradable and compostable. Our trans-fat free oil is used to make biofuel and all of our cardboard, paper, glass, plastic and tin is recycled.

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10. PlumpJack Cafe Olympic Valley

4.6

Exceptional(680)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Olympic Valley / Squaw Valley

Booked 15 times today

PlumpJack Cafe is widely regarded as Lake Tahoe's premier dining destination. Fine dining and exceptional wines are in our heritage, and we'd love to share our passion with you on your next visit. We offer a complete and unique menu that is sure to satisfy you after a long day in the mountains. PlumpJack Cafe & Bar hours of operation are Thursday-Monday from 4-9pm. The Bar will be open at 4:00pm for drinks & cocktails, followed by our full dinner menu from 5-9pm. Please note that we may be closed on select dates for special events. Please call 530.583.1578 or check plumpjackcafe.com for the most up to date hours.

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Tony
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •6 reviews
4.0
Dined today
Fantastic food, as always. The menu varies little but the quality is always extremely high and guarantees a wonderful dining experience. We ate on the early side and it was very loud due the apres-ski crowd in the adjoining bar area. That can be enjoyable too, unless you want to actually have a conversation over dinner.
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River Ranch Lodge & RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Tahoe City
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4.7
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vic
Tahoe / Reno Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Super good food spot love the view! Great Server! Would def come again next time im in tahoe :) I had the salmon salad w lobster soup
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Gar Woods Grill and Pier RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Californian• Carnelian Bay
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4.6
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JaimeVIP
Hawaii •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The staff was very welcoming! They told my husband and I have fun things to do with our dog in the area. We will definitely be back!
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Jake's on the LakePrice: Expensive• Californian• Tahoe City
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4.5
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Marco
Frankfurt •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
I went with my son and we had an amazing experience. I can highly recommend this. It’s the only place where you can experience Fine Dining Cuisine around Lake Tahoe.
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Smoke Door - Lake Tahoe SaryoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Kings Beach
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4.9
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Portland / Oregon •1 review
4.0
Dined on Jan 1, 2025
I love supporting a local business and we will continue to come here. The quality of the food was not good and hasn’t been awesome the last few times we have gone in. Our French onion soup had no bread/crouton and just a slap of lightly melted cheese on it. Why? If they were out of something they could have said so. The ambiance and space is great. Not sure what has changed but this isn’t the same restaurant it was a couple years ago.
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FumoPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Incline Village
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4.4

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Gar Woods Grill and Pier Restaurant

2. Smoke Door - Lake Tahoe Saryo

3. Jake's on the Lake

4. Fumo

5. River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant

6. Sunnyside

7. Granlibakken Tahoe - Cedar House Pub

8. Stella at Gravity Haus Truckee-Tahoe

9. Austin's

10. PlumpJack Cafe Olympic Valley

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