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Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in Tahoe / Reno Area

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Updated April 05, 2025

Looking restaurants that have the most scenic view in Tahoe / Reno Area? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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4.9

4.9 (2276)

$50 and over

Californian

Tahoe City

About the restaurant

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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ETHELVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Fabulous in every way. Food, service, wine options, view, parking.

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Day Boat Scallops

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Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding

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The Dining Room @ Village Lodge - Sugar Bowl Resort

4.9

4.9 (34)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Truckee

About the restaurant

Fine dining with a view, enjoy Bay Area-inspired California cuisine in a classic high-alpine Lodge. An oversize wood-burning fireplace greets you, while you take in beautiful photos depicting the history of Donner Summit, on your way to a meal you won't soon forget.

Arriving at The Dining Room:
Your experience begins with a complimentary gondola ride from the free parking at The Village Gondola. Glide effortlessly through the air, taking in breathtaking views as you’re whisked away to the charming Village Lodge. Here, nestled slopeside and just steps from the Mt. Disney Express Lift, The Dining Room awaits—promising a memorable blend of refined dining and alpine allure.

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charlieVIP

Dined on Apr 12, 2025

Wonderful evening with Eric . The chef provided an impeccable experience.

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Friday's Station Steak & Seafood Grill - Harrah's Lake Tahoe

4.7

4.7 (4126)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Stateline

About the restaurant

No trip to Lake Tahoe is complete without a visit to Friday’s Station Steak & Seafood Grill. Located on the 18 floor of Harrah’s hotel tower, our restaurant’s features include a dramatic entrance, a 1,000-bottle wine cellar and magnificent views.

Friday’s Station specializes in a wide variety of Dry-Aged, Certified Angus, and USDA Prime beef, ocean-fresh seafood specials and tantalizing side dishes, all served up with a breathtaking panorama of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding Sierra Nevada
• We have a 15-minute grace period. Please call us if you are running late. There is a $25 no-show fee per guest.
• 1 check per reservation, we cannot do split checks.
• For your convenience, 20% gratuity will be added to the total bill of parties of 6 or more guests
• The entire party must be present to be seated.
• No outside beverages to be brought into the restaurant.
• Corkage: $50 per bottle (750ml) with a maximum of 2 bottles allowed.
• Dress code: Smart Casual. Tank tops are not allowed.

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Lorena

Dined on Apr 20, 2025

The Services was amazing and food was good. Highly recommended.

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Crab & Shrimp Cake

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Brooks' Bar & Deck at Edgewood Tahoe

4.7

4.7 (1413)

$30 and under

American

Stateline

About the restaurant

Distinguished Gastro Pub.

Step onto the sun-soaked deck or pull up a seat in the artful interior of a classic Western clubhouse—this is where your memorable meal begins. Named one of the “Best Golf Pubs” and one of the top 50 “Best 19th Holes” by Golf Digest, this iconic Edgewood establishment welcomes both golfers fresh from the green and families looking for a delicious bite. Refreshing cocktails and irresistible drinks meet a carefully crafted menu of mouth-watering flavors. Meanwhile, the Brooks’ setting steals the show. With the deep blue waters of Lake Tahoe spread out before diners and the iconic fairways of Edgewood’s legendary golf course extending into the forest, this is the place to soak in stunning beauty.

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Joy

Dined 6 days ago

Outstanding !!!! wonderful service! Great afternoon with family

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Mahi-Mahi Fish Tacos

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Fourth of July at Brooks' Bar & Deck

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Chart House Restaurant - Lake Tahoe

4.6

4.6 (7098)

$30 and under

Seafood

Stateline

About the restaurant

Chart House is a fine dining restaurant serving seafood & steak and famous for their spectacular views. For more than 50 years, Chart House has redefined the ideal dining experience. With 27 waterfront and showcase locations ranging from the historic to the unforgettable, Chart House restaurants specialize in dazzling views, unique cuisine and exceptional service. From fresh fish specialties to slow-roasted prime rib, the renowned chefs of Chart House have tailored a menu that adds a unique touch to local flavors. And the Chart House happy hour is a guest favorite, where guest favor our signature cocktails and delicious bites you are sure to enjoy. Our original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake is the perfect end to a memorable dining experience at Chart House. Chart House offers the ideal setting for your next event. We would be happy to assist you with all the details of your special occasion.

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Diana

Dined 3 days ago

Frankie was absolutely amazing and the food was exceptional

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Gar Woods Grill and Pier Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (4768)

$31 to $50

Californian

Carnelian Bay

About the restaurant

Since 1988, 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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Theresa

Dined 1 day ago

This is my go to place! I love the food, wait staff and especially the view!!

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Shrimp & Lobster Bisque

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Lobster Deviled Eggs

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Sage Room - Harvey's Lake Tahoe

4.5

4.5 (3316)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Stateline

About the restaurant

The Sage Room at Harvey's has been a Tahoe landmark since opening in 1947. An elegant steak house, The Sage Room is popular with locals and guests alike.

• Parties of 6 or more guests: Only one check will be presented. For your convenience, 20% gratuity will be added to the total bill.
• Corkage: $50 per bottle (750ml) with a maximum of 2 bottles allowed.

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Sharon

Dined 4 days ago

I had a really good dining experience here. I had the filet which was cooked perfectly and a pineapple mojito that was great! The waiter and service was great and this restaurant has the most amazing views! I would definitely recommend eating here!

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Shrimp Cocktail

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Boathouse on the Pier

4.4

4.4 (119)

$31 to $50

American

South Shore

About the restaurant

Boathouse on the Pier is celebrated as one of the finest South Lake Tahoe restaurants, offering a dining experience extending over the lake. Savor gourmet meals paired with unparalleled views of the clear blue waters.

Our menu features fresh, local ingredients and a selection of fine wines and cocktails. Enjoy not just a meal but experience a moment to remember, perfectly capturing one of the most beautiful sunsets from our restaurant. Dine with your dog on our picnic tables right on the Pier.

Please Note: Beginning May 17, 2025 we will be accepting walk ins only. Reservations not available during the summer months.

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CharlesVIP

Dined 5 days ago

We were here a month ago and once again the food was great, and the service was good.

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4.3

4.3 (4834)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

South Shore

About the restaurant

Home of the Wet Woody ® and storybook sunsets, Riva Grill is Tahoe South’s premier lake front restaurant located in the Ski Run Marina. The 3,000 square foot deck overlooking Lake Tahoe comfortably seats 200 guests and is a dining experience that is second to none. Floor to ceiling windows in the two-story restaurant provide an equally epic view of the Sierras and Lake. Since 1998, visitors and locals alike have flocked to Riva for the best food and service in town. Try the bacon-wrapped filet and scampi with Point Reyes Bleu Cheese butter, the renown grilled or blackened fish tacos with apple-jicama slaw and micro cilantro or any of their home made wood fired pizzas, to name just a few. Additionally, a visit to Riva Grill would not be complete without trying their world famous Wet Woody ® signature cocktail. The rum and fruit juice blended drink will leave you with cold hands and a warm heart and certainly wanting one more.

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Catherine

Dined 6 days ago

Just a great experience with great food and service!! Thank you!!

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Seared Diver Scallops

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Peppered Tenderloin & Blue Cheese Salad

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French Onion au Gratin

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Sapori Italian Kitchen - Harrah's Lake Tahoe

4.2

4.2 (846)

$31 to $50

Italian

Stateline

About the restaurant

Sapori Italian Kitchen offers authentic Northern Italian Cuisine. Try pastas made fresh daily in our pasta shop, meat, seafood entrees and more, all served up with breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding Sierra Nevada Mountains.

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Gary

Dined on Apr 23, 2025

We ate here for my wife’s birthday Food was excellent service was very good and very friendly We will be back

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Fettuccine - Scampi

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