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Bofa - Bar of America, Truckee, CA

Bar of America

4.5 (920)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
10040 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, CA 96161

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 44 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
  • Great for outdoor dining
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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

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What 920 people are saying

Bar of America reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.0Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Great for brunch

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Lively

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Contemporary American

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Best Overall

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Best Food

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Good for groups

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Hot spot

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Neighborhood gem

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Great for outdoor dining

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Lively

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bar of America in Truckee offers a vibrant atmosphere with "festive, cool" vibes and "great energy." Known for its "incredible food" and excellent staff, the restaurant boasts delicious dishes like "ahi poke nachos" and "prime rib." Patrons enjoy the "fun bar" setting and "great, strong drinks," making it a must-visit spot.
920 Reviews
  1. Casey VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was expensive for what it was. Felt like cheap ingredients, oily and low quality. It was very loud and we would not go back again.

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  2. Laci

    Austin6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and ambience was great. Festive, cool place. Drinks were great, the steak not so much.

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  3. paulette VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The prime rib was out of this world. The house made chips are to die for. Our server was cheerful and professional. Great evening.

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  4. Linda VIP

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley292 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There were five of us. Two of us split the pastrami Reuben and it was more than enough. Because for three dollars extra, we got a side salad and it was perfect.

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  5. Payton VIP

    Dallas - Fort Worth5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Server was very nice but food wasn’t great, especially for the price

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  6. Randy VIP

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley17 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Disappointed with the food, did not have much flavor. Service was great.

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  7. Lauren

    Portland / Oregon1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I made a reservation and requested a table outdoors in the shade indicating that my 84 year old father was joining me for Father’s Day and this was his special request. When we arrived we were told they didn’t reserve tables outside so we were given a table indoors where it was quite loud. Would have been nice if they had told us about their policy before we arrived. The server also rushed us and brought us the check while my dad was still eating his lunch. There were 10 open tables as it was later in the afternoon. Food was good.

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  8. Dawn

    Tahoe / Reno Area25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bat staff and waiter were great. Super cute. Kilowatt hours was playing and they were super cute band . Lots of great energy. Fun bar. Young energy . Bridal parties . Batchelor parties

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  9. Pamela VIP

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious but the waitress seemed off and didn’t;t know the menu items and didn’t tell us that you have to specifically ask for the bread bowl when ordering the cowboy chili which by the way only had 1 small piece of chicken in my bowl.

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  10. Guillermo VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were very happy to return for lunch and the quality of food and service was excellent. Thanks and keep providing good food and service.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

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

Bar of America is rated 4.5 stars by 920 OpenTable diners.

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

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  4. North Lake Tahoe
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Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 44 times today
Google Map for Bar of America

10040 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, CA 96161

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
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • 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
  • Phone number
  • 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.
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