Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Carnelian Bay

13 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Gar Woods Grill and Pier Restaurant restaurant

1. Gar Woods Grill and Pier Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(4728)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carnelian Bay

Booked 143 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.

2. Christy Hill

4.8

Exceptional(2220)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Tahoe City

Booked 25 times today

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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3. Jake's on the Lake

4.2

Awesome(559)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Tahoe City

Booked 8 times 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. Sunnyside

4.5

Awesome(1667)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Tahoe City

Booked 62 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.

5. Fumo

4.3

Awesome(185)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Incline Village

Booked 17 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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6. River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1058)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Tahoe City

Booked 32 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.

7. Six Peaks Grille

4.6

Exceptional(298)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Olympic Valley / Squaw Valley

Booked 18 times today

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.

8. Bar of America

4.5

Awesome(874)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Truckee

Booked 62 times today

This comfortable Bar and Restaurant in Historic Downtown Truckee welcomes diners with its warm interior and friendly efficient service. The All American menu has a wide range of classic and modern favorites, from sandwiches to steaks and seafood all distinctively paired with an award winning wine list satisfying a broad taste palate at reasonable prices.

9. Big Water Grille

4.7

Exceptional(1273)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Incline Village

Booked 21 times today

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.

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10. The Sawyer at Schaffer's Mill Club

4.5

Awesome(706)

Price: Expensive

• American • Truckee

Booked 1 time today

Located in the heart of the Pinyon Pine-Juniper woodland area of the Sierra Nevada’s, elevated at 5,817 feet in the town of Truckee, resides The Sawyer at Schaffer’s Mill. With food true to the land and served by real Truckee people, The Sawyer is the perfect name for the final, most awaited addition to Schaffer’s MillThe Sawyer is centered around an amazing indoor and outdoor bar with views of Lookout Mountain and the golf course. The restaurant features a locally crafted all-day menu with selections of shareable, freshly-prepared salads, generous sandwiches, and delicious entrees.

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Chad
Orange County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Sunnyside is such an iconic Tahoe venue. Always good food and excellent service. A must go if you come through Tahoe City.
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SunnysidePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Tahoe City
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4.5
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CarolVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •41 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Gar Woods was beautifully decorated for Christmas. We sat at a window overlooking the lake with a beautiful Christmas tree nearby. Our food was delicious and we had very good cocktails with a large list to choose from. They have a very good food menu to choose from-from burgers and sandwiches to prime rib and fish. Our server was very sweet and kind but she must have had a lot of tables because we waited long stretches to get her attention to get more drinks and dessert. But it was Christmas and the place was packed. We will definitely go back again.
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Gar Woods Grill and Pier RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Californian• Carnelian Bay
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4.7
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justin
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
My wife & I go to Edgewood every Christmas morning for breakfast. They have an amazing eggs Benedict with lump crab along with a delicious watermelon & carrot juice infusion. I just wish that they served local Bare Roots Coffee . The views are also beautiful to look out at Lake Tahoe. The service is always very genuine & attentive with smiles . Love the the bistro . Cheers 🤙
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Bistro at Edgewood TahoePrice: Expensive• American• Stateline
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4.7
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MaryamVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •33 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Very cozy restaurant with excellent food. My favorite restaurant in Tahoe City. Everything is delicious at this restaurant and staff are very friendly. Our party of 4 ordered 5 appetizers and 4 different entrees and we wiped out plates clean. Everyone was super happy with their food.
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Christy HillPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Tahoe City
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4.8
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Kelly
Tahoe / Reno Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on 26 Oct 2024
We had a wonderful experience! Nina was amazing and we will definitely be back!
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Jake's on the LakePrice: Expensive• Californian• Tahoe City
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4.2

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13 restaurants available nearby

1. Gar Woods Grill and Pier Restaurant

2. Christy Hill

3. Jake's on the Lake

4. Sunnyside

5. Fumo

6. River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant

7. Six Peaks Grille

8. Bar of America

9. Big Water Grille

10. The Sawyer at Schaffer's Mill Club

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