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Spindleshanks, Tahoe Vista, CA

Spindleshanks

4.6
4.6
90 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:30
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
Spindleshanks American Bistro and Wine Bar represents the best of both old and new Lake Tahoe. Opened in 2000 by partners Steve Marks and Harman Schuchmann, the restaurant has become a Tahoe Vista institution in a short amount of time. By offering regional American cuisine and a variety of wines in a casual atmosphere, the pair created a dining experience that caters to both large families and couples seeking a romantic evening.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bistro, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 09:00–14:00 Lunch Daily 11:30–14:45 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (530) 546-2191
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    On-site catering available.
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate your private party and banquet needs for up to 50 people. Please contact us for more information!
  • Area
    Kings Beach
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Entertainment
    We offer live music almost every week. Please visit our website for a full schedule.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 90 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Great for brunch

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Lively

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    American

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Best Overall

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Best Food

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Best Value

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Good for groups

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Healthy

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Hot spot

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Neighbourhood gem

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Great for fine wines

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Great for outdoor dining

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Lively

90 Reviews
  1. Renee

    Los Angeles

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spindleshanks' never disappoints. Great food, great drinks, great wine selection and great service.

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  2. Korey

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was beyond fantastic! Our waiter was excellent and very attentive.

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  3. Roberta

    San Francisco

    175 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    175 reviews

    Dined on 6 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great, except for the bees swarming over the table, they did put a table fan on our table but bees did not care, I suggest don’t order any kind of meat dish if your sitting outside

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  4. Dawn

    San Francisco

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on 9 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great menu with Delicious food and great location.

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  5. Aaron

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 August 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Heavy delays in seating and then over 45 minutes once seated before our order was taken. Pleasant atmosphere and music!

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  6. LRav4411

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 1 August 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is good but it always takes 1 hour plus for our Food to be served. Dinner reservations were 7:15, dinner entrees came at 8:30, bill @9:00 and their wifi was down and unable to process our credit card. Did not get out the door until 9:15. Do not be in a hurry and bring enough cash to cover your bill. We come every year when we visit in summer and winter and every time I say, “Never again!”

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 28 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Impeachable service and food was amazing. The owner Steve even came out to talk with us.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food , service and ambience . One of best restaurants in Truckee area

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  9. Konagal

    Hawaii

    27 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on 10 March 2014

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    One of our local favorites. In the winter, fireplace is on creating an inviting & warm atmosphere. The door stopper salad is consistently fresh and light, half bottles of wine available, the best bread and trout entree is wonderful. The bar is small and festive. Ben was our waiter providing great service and delightful conversation.

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  10. NotTooShabby

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 9 March 2014

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    We went on a friend's recommendation, who is a local, so I was expecting great food and good service. I was disappointed that they ran out of mussels early on a Saturday night. I ordered the grouper instead and it was overcooked. I don't think I'll order seafood, if I go back. Service was spotty.

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FAQs

Spindleshanks offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (530) 546-2191.

Spindleshanks is rated 4.6 stars by 90 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:30

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Spindleshanks

6873 North Lake Blvd., Tahoe Vista, CA 96148

Additional information

  • Area
    Kings Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 09:00–14:00 Lunch Daily 11:30–14:45 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bistro, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    We offer live music almost every week. Please visit our website for a full schedule.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (530) 546-2191
  • Catering
    On-site catering available.
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate your private party and banquet needs for up to 50 people. Please contact us for more information!
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