Bar of America

Name: Bar of America
Address: 10040 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, CA, United States, 96160
Telephone: (530) 587-2626
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

624 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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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.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 24, 2022

June 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(530) 587-2626

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–1:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:30 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:30 am Sat, Sun 10:00 am–12:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(530) 587-2626
Website
http://www.barofamerica.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Ryan Duin
Private party facilities
The dining room can host parties up to 40 guests. From a paired down selection off our regular menu to a custom made menu for your party with wine pairings, the opportunities are endless. Minimums do apply to reserve the room. Call for a packet and pricing.
Private party contact
Amy Norman: (530) 587-2626

Location
10040 Donner Pass Road Truckee, CA 96160
Neighborhood
Truckee
Cross street
Bridge St.
Parking details
Downtown offers ample metered parking during the day and after 6:00pm all parking is complimentary.
Public transit
All public transit for the area stops right across the street from the restaurant, including greyhound and Amtrak.
Entertainment
Known for supporting the areas best local talent, the bar hosts small intimate tunes to all out ragers with dancing til the early hours. Almost nightly you can find something happening inside the historic building.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Parmesan Truffle Fries$12.00
white truffle oil / shaved parmesan
6 Shooter Poppers$26.00
stuffed fried jalapeno / chorizo / Italian sausage / cheddar cheese / bacon / habanero aioli
- Single 'Shot'$5.00
Left or Right Wingers$21.00
one pound / left - spicy buffalo or right - sweet chili wings / blue cheese or ranch - how do you hang?
Ahi Poke Nachos$23.00
marinated ahi / wontons / avocado / habanero aioli / unagi sauce / sesame seeds / green onion
Tahoe Lion Cakes$17.00
locally sourced Lion's Mane / arugula / lemon fennel aioli / avocado
St. Louis Black & Tan Ribs$20.00
Guinness BBQ glaze / half rack
Slider in the Saddle$20.00
three sliders / roma tomatoes / grilled onions / pickles / ketchup / mayonnaise

Soups / Salads

Cowboy Chili$13.00
smoked chicken / white beans / habanero aioli / Fritos
House Salad$13.00
spiced walnuts / craisins / feta cheese / red onion / balsamic vinaigrette
Sierra Caesar$15.00
chopped romaine / shaved parmesan / fried capers / sun-dried tomatoes / crostini
Roasted Beet Salad$22.00
golden and red beets / pickled watermelon radish / heirloom cherry tomatoes / spiced walnuts / goat cheese / blackberry balsamic vinaigrette
Tenderloin & Blue Cheese Salad$28.00
roasted beef tenderloin / Point Reyes blue cheese / toasted pita / spiced walnuts / red onion / heirloom cherry tomatoes / matchstick apples / balsamic vinaigrette

Gar Wood Fired Pizzas

if you'd like a cauliflower crust to replace your house crust $5

Margherita Pizza$22.00
oven roasted roma tomatoes / fresh mozzarella / basil
The Usual$23.00
pepperoni / Italian sausage / mushrooms
'Shrooms Pie$22.00
basil pesto / wild mushrooms / artichoke hearts / parmesan / arugula

The Camp Fire Grill

Blackened Fish Tacos$21.00
house blackened pacific snapper / shredded cabbage / habanero aioli / pico de gallo / guacamole / corn tortillas
Fish & Chips$19.00
beer battered pacific snapper / fries / cajun remoulade
Chicken Lettuce Wraps$21.00
seasoned chicken saute / water chestnuts / romaine / sweet chili / peanut sauce
All American Burger$20.00
char-grilled / lettuce / tomato / onion / mayonnaise / pickles / brioche roll; veggie burger includes-guacamole / roasted red peppers / pepper jack cheese
Firecracker BBQ Burger$23.00
char-grilled tenderloin burger / cheddar cheese / fiery onion strings / bacon / habanero aioli / BBQ sauce / tomato / spring mix / brioche bun
California Beyond Burger$22.00
plant-based patty / roasted garlic spread / spring mix / tomato / unagi sauce / guacamole / talera roll
Big Bird$23.00
two Rice Krispie fried chicken breasts / lettuce / tomato / onion / mayonnaise / brioche roll
Blackened Salmon Sandwich$23.00
blackened salmon / lemon dressed arugula / red onion / bacon / dill caper aioli / talera roll
Pastrami Reuben$22.00
thin sliced pastrami / Swiss cheese / house made sauerkraut / thousand island / toasted rye
Philly Cheese Steak$24.00
thin sliced angus prime rib / grilled onions / melted provolone / roasted red peppers / sweet French roll

Weekend Breakfast

served Saturday & Sunday only, 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Caramel Sabayon French Toast$20.00
Grand Marnier egg wash / caramel apple cream cheese / apple-cider sabayon / mountain berries; kids version available with mountain berries & syrup
- Kids Version$16.00
Chicken & Waffles$25.00
bacon stuffed buttermilk waffles / Rice Krispie fried chicken / blueberry chipotle syrup / fresh berries
Eggs Benedict$22.00
poached eggs / Canadian bacon / Thomas' English muffin / hollandaise / potatoes
Smoked Salmon Benedict$26.00
poached eggs / Norwegian lox / Thomas' English muffin / dill hollandaise / potatoes
Bar of America Breakfast Sandwich$20.00
Thomas' English muffin / two fried eggs / applewood smoked bacon

What 624 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
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Tahoe / Reno Area
Good for Groups
Tahoe / Reno Area
Hot Spot
Tahoe / Reno Area
Vibrant Bar Scene
Tahoe / Reno Area
Contemporary American
North Lake Tahoe
Good for Groups
North Lake Tahoe
Healthy
North Lake Tahoe
Neighborhood Gem
North Lake Tahoe
Outdoor Dining
North Lake Tahoe
Vibrant Bar Scene
North Lake Tahoe
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Dhill100
Tahoe
20 reviews
vip
4.0
20 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
Great food and service. A little pricey but not bad
CK
CarolynK
Columbus
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service3ambience3
Great food - fun ambience, although we were seated in front of the door to the kitchen (which was not as great). Overall, perfect for our needs!
B
Bill
San Francisco
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great community bar/restaurant with a combination of burgers and high end meals. My old fashioned was excellent. The bbq burger and chicken sandwich great as well.
DC
DianaC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was generous. Wait service person was very personable even while serving large parties. We sat outside as we requested in our reservation. Left with good feelings overall.
NC
NevadaCity
Sacramento
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This has always been a great place to go, even during COVID!! The food is delicious; the service great; the people are friendly, and a great location. I really enjoy coming here.
M
Mtnmama12
Tahoe
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
One of the most popular eateries in Truckee; wonderful bar area. Great people watching, sun, rain or snow.
e
elitak
Sacramento
12 reviews
2.0
12 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall2food2service4ambience4
The service and ambiance was great but the quality of the food needs improvement. 11$ for a taco that taste so-so is ridiculous. The burger was ok.
BF
BarbaraF
Sacramento
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I met my daughter and grandson for lunch. They live to the west and I live to the east. So bar of America is the perfect place to meet.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tahoe
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fun mother and daughter brunch!
s
socitysandie
San Francisco
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on May 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We drive three hours for their jalapeño poppers! Great food and great drinks! Service is awesome! Always feels like coming home!!! Don’t miss it!!
SB
StacyB
Sacramento
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Excellent service, the food is always very good, however I have to mention the lemon tart was un edible. It wasn’t just a sour issue we all tried it and it had a very off putting taste.
M
Mich
San Francisco
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall2food1service2ambience1
We were a party of 2 seated in a room with 2 large parties. We couldn’t even talk across the table. The shrimp skewer was so dry you had to gnaw the shrimp off the skewer! The wine was definitely the highlight!
K
Kathleenw
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Way too noisy in doing room. Otherwise, fabulous Xxxxx cc. Xxxxx cxxxx.
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Billy
Tahoe
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always enjoy Bar of America. We celebrate my birthday there every year, and it is a wonderful experience. I always order the fish and chips, which are some of the best I've ever had. The same can be said for their lemon drop cocktails, including their blueberry-infused lemon drops. The service is always friendly and efficient, and the ambience is very pleasant.
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Kathy
Central Coast
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall3food4service2ambience3
Our server was distracted with socializing/flirting with his coworkers. This meant inattentive and slow service. Food was fine has been better on prior visits.
PB
PeggyB
San Francisco
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fun time with good friends who are regulars there. Our waitress seemed to know them well and was delightful!
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debatthebeach
West Palm Beach
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Be sure to ask for a lunch menu too at dinner...a few more options and they serve lunch items for dinner. Had a great house salad too but the real winner was the ahi tuna nachos!
ET
ErynT
Sacramento
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The waitress was attentive and accommodating. The food was spectacular. I ad the ahi nachos and sliders. The sliders were amazing. Their friendly are my favorite too - I love those really crispy-on-thr-outside fries. They other members in the party had the shroom pizza and the big bird sanwidge as well as the brownie Sunday- all amazing. I come here whenever I possibly can, amd cant wait to come back. Thank you for an amazing mothers day dinner.
SM
SusanaM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 2, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience4
Flavors and selections were great. I asked for sugar free and they included candied pecans in the salad
G
Great
Sacramento
69 reviews
vip
4.0
69 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall4food1service4ambience5
Lackluster food served cold
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Lyle
Omaha
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service with a smile Fun creative food
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Cristina
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place for cocktails and dinner. We had the prime rib and sea bass - both were out of this world!
LK
LindsayK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We loved the place so much for brunch we went back for dinner! Very large portions, so be prepared! But the food was great! The best place we ate at in Truckee during our stay!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dane was GREAT!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the brunch! Amazing food and service.
JC
JohnC
Tahoe
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Terrific weekday lunch on the patio. Staff and food are terrific. The view is not bad either.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 23, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Fantastic meal, sea bass was excellent
RG
RenoGastroMan
Austin
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on March 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and their service was top notch! We recommend going there for dinner!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Salt Lake City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great food. Server was attentive. Bar vibe, cool building. A little loud.
T
Teresa
Central Coast
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious Food And Great Service we would like to come and dine again when we’re in town
PC
PCM627
San Francisco
47 reviews
vip
2.0
47 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2022
overall2food3service5ambience4
Our server was great. Prices are way too high, even in Truckee's newly inflated environment. $22 for a beet salad? $19 for an ok Pinot Noir? A loud group of guys were seated near us. A much larger (15) group of very LOUD guys made it difficult to maintain a dinner conversation. If you are looking for good pizza and a good beer, Bar of America is a good fit. For anything else, there are many better options. Been going here since they opened 23 years ago. Used to be a great bar with great music. Over time tables replaced nar seats and prices have skyrocketed. Not many locals anymore, just noveau tech rich from the Bay Area. Sad to see the change. If prices were 25% lower, I could still recommend.
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LiaLK
San Francisco
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
We had a great time and very good food. Prices just seems over the top for the environment. I suppose that’s Truckee these days, but kind of a shocker!
MH
MargoH
Tahoe
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food, great service, great menu selections. I only give one 4 star because the restaurant is a bit loud. Highly recommend overall.
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Disappointed
San Francisco
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 2, 2022
overall2food3service3ambience2
Crazy expensive "bar food", plus an extremely small beer menu left my guests and me regretting our decision to go there.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tahoe
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice. Our waitress was patient & kind. The bartender was friendly
MM
MelissaM
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and perfect for a ski weekend! Yummy tacos & poke!
AL
AllenL
San Francisco
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2022
overall2food2service3ambience4
Pizza came cold. Cesar salad was stale. I asked for my cocktail with “ little” ice… came full of ice Ambiance was nice . Waitress very friendly
JH
JanaH
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Caitlin made our night so special.
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psla
San Francisco
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food great service
OT
OTDR
San Francisco
53 reviews
vip
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The chicken & waffles and the French toast were fantastic! Service was great too!

FAQs

Bar of America offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (530) 587-2626.

Bar of America is rated 4.6 stars by 624 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 24, 2022

June 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(530) 587-2626

10040 Donner Pass Road Truckee, CA 96160

Additional information

Cross street
Bridge St.
Neighborhood
Truckee
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–1:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:30 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:30 am Sat, Sun 10:00 am–12:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Downtown offers ample metered parking during the day and after 6:00pm all parking is complimentary.
Public transit
All public transit for the area stops right across the street from the restaurant, including greyhound and Amtrak.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Ryan Duin
Entertainment
Known for supporting the areas best local talent, the bar hosts small intimate tunes to all out ragers with dancing til the early hours. Almost nightly you can find something happening inside the historic building.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.barofamerica.com/
Phone number
(530) 587-2626
Private party facilities
The dining room can host parties up to 40 guests. From a paired down selection off our regular menu to a custom made menu for your party with wine pairings, the opportunities are endless. Minimums do apply to reserve the room. Call for a packet and pricing.
Private party contact
Amy Norman: (530) 587-2626

Bar of America

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Fish &amp Chips

Ahi Nachos

Pasta Salad

Appetizers

Parmesan Truffle Fries$12.00

6 Shooter Poppers$26.00

Left or Right Wingers$21.00

Ahi Poke Nachos$23.00

Tahoe Lion Cakes$17.00

St. Louis Black & Tan Ribs$20.00

Slider in the Saddle$20.00

Soups / Salads

Cowboy Chili$13.00

House Salad$13.00

Sierra Caesar$15.00

Roasted Beet Salad$22.00

Tenderloin & Blue Cheese Salad$28.00

Gar Wood Fired Pizzas

Margherita Pizza$22.00

The Usual$23.00

'Shrooms Pie$22.00

The Camp Fire Grill

Blackened Fish Tacos$21.00

Fish & Chips$19.00

Chicken Lettuce Wraps$21.00

All American Burger$20.00

Firecracker BBQ Burger$23.00

California Beyond Burger$22.00

Big Bird$23.00

Blackened Salmon Sandwich$23.00

Pastrami Reuben$22.00

Philly Cheese Steak$24.00

Weekend Breakfast

Caramel Sabayon French Toast$20.00

Chicken & Waffles$25.00

Eggs Benedict$22.00

Smoked Salmon Benedict$26.00

Bar of America Breakfast Sandwich$20.00

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