The Lodge Restaurant & Pub

Name: The Lodge Restaurant & Pub
Address: 12850 Northwoods Blvd, Truckee, CA, United States, 96161
Telephone: (530) 587-9455
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.4

4.4

1338 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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Starting 9/11, portions of the parking lot and the main entrance to the building will be closed during construction.

Pedestrian access will be routed via the golf cart path to the lower-level building entrance near the Pro Shop.
Temporary parking reserved for people with disabilities will be available adjacent to the golf cart path

If you require assistance due to ADA restrictions, please call
(530) 587-9443 ext. 3 before 5PM or (530) 587-9455 after 5PM,
and a staff member will happily assist you

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 22, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Californian
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(530) 587-9455
Website
http://www.tahoedonner.com/the-lodge/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Matt Hale
Private party facilities
Please call for details
Private party contact
Lisa Tomasi: (530) 582-9643

Location
12850 Northwoods Blvd, Truckee, CA 96161
Neighborhood
Truckee
Cross street
Donner Pass Rd.
Parking details
The Lodge parking lot is located off the street in the front of the building.
Entertainment
Monthly promotions and great deals. Please call for information or see the events page on our website. tahoedonner.com
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Ahi Tuna Poke*$19.00
Avocado, Crispy Wontons
Tempura French Beans$13.00
Lemon Aioli
Charcuterie Plate$25.00
Olympia Provisions Salami, Aged White Cheddar, Fig Jam, Point Reyes Blue Cheese, Honeycomb, Stone-Ground Mustard, Flatbread Crackers, Berries
Crispy Fried Calamari$18.00
Chipotle Aioli, Cocktail Sauce
Grilled Octopus$22.00
Romesco, Fresno Peppers, Manchego Cheese, Fried Leeks, Cilantro Oil
Forest Mushrooms$18.00
Port Wine, Point Reyes Blue Cheese, Herbs, Grilled Ciabatta

Mains

Today's Fish
- MP
Housemade Pasta
- MP
Mary's All-Natural Chicken Breast$34.00
Pea Purée, Mixed Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, Lemon, Red Onion, Basil, Caper Berry
Prime Angus Ribeye$58.00
Blistered Cherry Tomatoes, Grilled Asparagus, Herb Compound Butter, Aged Balsamic, Fork-Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes
Braised Short Rib$45.00
Goat Cheese and Lavender Polenta Cake, Broccolini, Black Garlic Molasses
Grilled Skirt Steak$42.00
Broccolini, Lemon Gremolata, Sunchoke Purée
13 oz All-Natural Pork Chop$43.00
Sweet Corn Purée, Fingerling Potatoes, French Beans, Apple Gastrique

Soups and Salads

Today's Soup$12.00
Heirloom Tomatoes$20.00
Burrata, Aged Balsamic, Micro Basil, Maldon Finishing Salt
Classic Caesar Salad*$16.00
Contains Raw Egg
Farmers Market Salad$14.00
Organic Greens, Mixed Cherry Tomatoes, Iced Carrots, Watermelon Radish, Cucumber, Sherry Vinaigrette

Sides

Basket of Regular or Sweet Potato Fries$9.00
Seasonal Vegetable$8.00
Yukon Gold Fork-Mashed Potatoes$8.00

Pub Fare

Red Beet Poke$26.00
Green Bamboo Rice, Marinated Red Beets, Watermelon Radish, Pickled Red Onion & Cucumbers, Red Cabbage, Sambal Sauce
Grilled Fish Tacos (3)$25.00
Corn-Flour Blend Tortilla, Pickled Red Onion, Cabbage, Cilantro, Lime, Jalapeño Crema, Fresno Relish
Angus Brisket Sandwich$24.00
Caramelized Onions, Roasted Tomato and Bacon Jam, Pickled Red Onion, Aged White Cheddar, Fries
The Lodge Angus Burger$22.00
Smoke Sauce, Choice of Cheddar or Swiss, Fries

What 1,338 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Tahoe / Reno Area
Kid-friendly
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Neighborhood gem
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Contemporary American
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Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Ambiance
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Best Value
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Kid-friendly
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Good for groups
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Healthy
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Neighborhood gem
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Great for fine wines
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Great for outdoor dining
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Great for scenic views
North Lake Tahoe
Most Booked

1,338 Reviews

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DavidW
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall4food5service5ambience3
The food & wait staff was excellent. The Lodge dining room is getting aged and in need of spiffing up. The menu was limited, I understand, off season and limited patronage.
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SierraSkier
Sacramento
203 reviews
vip
5.0
203 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, The Lodge was perfection. Wonderful service, excellent meals, delicious dessert. Both the fish and the pasta specials were unique and well-prepared.
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PamMc
Sacramento
24 reviews
4.0
24 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food3service5ambience4
Our meal was not up to their usual standards. Service was very good as well as ambiance.
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101repeatfan
Central Coast
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall3food1service5ambience3
Great service. Great wine. But not the food! Both our entrees were dried out and not worth the high dining pricing. Manager was very professional and nicely comped both our dinners. Tiny desert serving was tiny for a big price. It had been several years since we were at the lodge and wanted to try it again. We were not impressed then either They definitely need an upgrade in the dining experience.
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Steve
San Francisco
6 reviews
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
Arrived at the restaurant prior to our reservation time and were told that they were closed. Understand that things happen, but would have appreciated a phone call to let us know.
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SierraSkier
Sacramento
203 reviews
vip
5.0
203 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Lodge is our go-to fine dining restaurant in Truckee. The food is always excellent and the service is as well. In warmer months, the outdoor deck is a beautiful place to dine and relax. In cooler months, the cozy and comfortable indoor areas have a lovely mountain chic decor. Staff are always friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. The menu changes seasonally and has something for everyone.
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johnb
San Francisco
12 reviews
vip
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
Almost everything over cooked and over salted good wine list
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Wayne
San Francisco
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great time, great food, exceptional service with our server Braunwin!
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Hetchflier
Tahoe
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Server did a great job--friendly and attentive to our needs. Chef was on his game. It's a really nice and convenient restaurant and we will continue to support it as we have since the day it opened, but the pricing is beyond what it should be.
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DavidC
Orange County
44 reviews
vip
3.0
44 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience4
Food was disappointing. 9 ravioli for $36 was the best part of meal. The fish tacos were bad. Fish overcooked. Used to be great. Sorry to say that with such limited choices and this last experience, Lodge no longer on our list of go to’s.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
42 reviews
vip
5.0
42 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food is always good! The scenery is beautiful. It's a good place to go
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BrendaR
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall2food3service2ambience1
The ambience is not great. It feels more like a sports bar than a high end restaurant. Our server was undertrained. Our starter was served with our entree, and when I said that was unexpected, the server said she thought that was how we wanted it since we ordered the starter after ordering our entree. I told her she should clarify next time, and she said that it was literally her third shift and she was still learning her job. Clearly more training is necessary. We asked to have the starter boxed up since we weren't going to eat it after our main course as one would have been cold by the time the other was finished. My meal was good, my husband's was so-so. We both thought the ambience was disappointing considering this is touted as a high-end experience, with prices to match. Sadly, even though the food was reasonably good, we probably won't be back.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
30 reviews
4.0
30 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
We’ve eaten at the Lodge many times and always enjoy it. This time, my husband enjoyed his spicy octopus appetizer and Caesar salad. My braised short rib, which has always been excellent, was a disappointment. The mashed potatoes came in an ice cream scoop with several hard, under-cooked pieces, there was very little sauce and the accompanying “crispy” brussel sprouts” were soggy and limp. The server was attentive and pleasant, but forgot that my husband ordered chicken on his salad and it took 20 minutes to correct. Hopefully this was a one time glitch.
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Calvin
San Francisco
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall4food3service3ambience4
Great view of the course and decent food. I say decent since some reviews will make your opinions way too high to enjoy the food.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall3food4service4ambience3
Made reservations in advance for live music, for my birthday. I’ve been here for years, with multiple fun special occasions with my boyfriends family or friends. We’ve had some of the best servers I’ve ever met. And the server the night I went on august 18th was also perfect. However he was set up for failure when the front doesn’t communicate correctly. We we’re told we would get a very romantic and fun seat near the music on the top patio. Days in advance I called twice to make sure the seat would be saved to make my day special! Paul set it up, which we met last time we all went and spend a pretty penny. However with weather conditions the way they were, the outside patio had to close both on bottom and top. The like music was near the bar, so that took away the chance for me to have a romantic fun night. However we we’re optimistic that we’d still have a seat. When we got a call two bad half hours before our reservation from Paul, we were told he found us a great seat. I specifically asked for three things: to not be right in front of the entrance, a window seat, and if no live music the two requests need to be a top priority. I got zero of the three things I was promised over the phone. When we walked in the receptionist wasn’t very friendly. She sat us at a horrible located table, and said “that’s what you get there no other room” when I asked to sit near the window seat which was clearly open. After another couple came in and sat at the window seat I was upset to find out they came to only order drinks and no dinner nor special occasion, in which they even said out loud “wow a window table we didn’t even have to reserve that!” To top it off Paul was no where to be found until I complained multiple times to different staff and my amazing server. After the couple finally decided to move to the bar for music, Paul made his appearance and said “now we can move you to a window seat after your appetizers” however I find it ironic that it even had to get to this…
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rick
San Francisco
55 reviews
vip
4.0
55 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Fried chicken sandwich was the best I have had in many years! Cauliflower soup was flavorful and came to the table nice and hot. Our server Lauren was friendly, professional and efficient. Martinis were of a decent size and priced at 18$ each.
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Fran
San Francisco
64 reviews
vip
5.0
64 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service! Food very good, and several options with interesting specials.
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bartman
San Francisco
37 reviews
vip
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always come back to the Lodge, for the food & ambience. Sitting out on the patio overlooking the First Tee as the sun sets: it doesn't get much better than that. PS our favorite is no corkage wednesday!
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CaliforniaChick
San Francisco
18 reviews
vip
3.0
18 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience2
This was a "fine" evening. Stuck in the overflow room which has zero ambiance -- they were very busy, mid-summer Thursday night after a Junior golf tournament. Wine was great. Fish tacos too.
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MaryR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing! Hats off to the chef on a wonderful birthday dinner!!!
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PauletteM
Tahoe
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a lovely dining with friends on the deck overlooking the 1st Hole at TD golf course... The fish special was delicious. Go to Ceasar salad with chicken was a perfect light meal after playing 9 holes.. The staff is charming.. Peter is making it all happen.. We LOVE the Lodge...
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jeffg
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2023
overall2food2service4ambience5
Very beautiful setting overlooking the golf course We had three things: calamari, fish special and skirt steak. All were significantly overcooked. There were also little kids throwing ketchup containers all over the beautiful Ipe deck and dozens of little kids running around everywhere Between the overcooked food and the noisy kids it wasn't the peaceful romantic dinner I was hoping for. If you want a beautiful spot with a limited expensive menu of overcooked food and unattended kids, this place is for you
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
7 reviews
vip
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience4
Waited an hour for Forest Mushrooms appetizer to be served. Dish was not executed properly— instead of port sauce with blue cheese we received plain sliced mushrooms that were sautéed in their own juices. Very disappointing! Ordered a cheeseburger medium rare and it came rare with one small wilted piece of lettuce. Wait staff seemed over worked. Waitress kindly did not charge for the appetizer or the cheeseburger.
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TrevorA
Sacramento
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
I wish I had discovered this gem sooner. We enjoyed a very nice dinner outdoors overlooking the beautiful golf course, which I'm going to have to come back to play. The service was attentive and polished without being intrusive.
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JudyR
Palm Springs
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
WE usually eat in the main restaurant, but that night we decided to eat in the bar at table along the wall. It was not a busy night and we had a wonderful waitress who took great care of us. The bar itself was a bit noisy, but after one particular couple left, it was very enjoyable. My husband had a burger and fries and I had salad and shrimp. Tasty and more than ample portions. We live nearby and love to go to the Lodge.
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Janet
San Francisco
37 reviews
vip
3.0
37 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2023
overall3food1service1ambience5
Our server, Sara, didn’t seem interested in helping…took forever just to get our drinks… The fried chicken sandwich was so tough I iterally couldn’t cut it…such a shame.
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Foodie650
San Francisco
13 reviews
vip
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2023
overall3food4service4ambience2
Our experience way okay. There wasn't much of a view at all and the room we were sitting in was very hot. Ambience was not great. The food was okay but I was not wowed by it. The service was good. Overall, an okay experience, but it was so expensive that I found it to be a poor value.
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KevinK
Tahoe
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and staff, convenient location, grateful to have The Lodge so close!
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LoriB
Sacramento
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 10, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Service was great. We sat outside ambiance was great. Food was good, regular menu food was better than the special this time.
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Rmonty
San Francisco
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on July 8, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience5
The food was quite good. We had the Brussel sprouts as an appetizer, a Caesar salad, the salmon and the sobol noodles. Everything was outstanding
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LukeL
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Never had an issue with food here, service was friendly, not too on your face. Always enjoy coming here!
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PitaPT
Tahoe
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was great. The service was perfectly paced. A wonderful experience.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 3, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Love our local association restaurant! The Lodge consistently delivers yummy meals in a beautiful space with friendly attentive service. The house made pasta I had was light, summery, & super good. We noticed the Cesar dressing was back to its tangy goodness. Cocktails very refreshing & tasty. The short rib Mac & cheese my son had was a bit odd. He said the Korean sauce on the meat was not that good & the dish was a miss. Everything else we had was spot on & our server was awesome! & of course the Truckee sourdough cibatta is somehow warmed perfectly! Thanks for keeping the place to such a high standard.
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Neils
Central Coast
53 reviews
vip
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on July 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious, fresh and creative. We sat in the dining room with a great view of the trees and the course. We will be back many times
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JerryK
Tahoe
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on June 22, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
The selection could be bigger, but the food is always good, and the service makes you feel at home.
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OpenTable Diner
Tahoe
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing experience, the food was delicious and the service impeccable.
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DCW96161
San Francisco
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great meal. Terrific service. Pricey. But then everything is these days.
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Patricia
San Francisco
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love the Pub. It’s a welcoming and friendly spot. Wonderful food and a beautiful Mountain View
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SierraSkier
Sacramento
203 reviews
vip
5.0
203 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Lodge is our favorite Truckee restaurant, with excellent service, delicious food, relaxed mountain ambiance, and beautiful views. The menu changes seasonally and there is something for everyone to enjoy. This visit, my husband had the California seabass and I had the venison chops; both were delicious and perfectly prepared. We split our favorite dessert, as well, the zeppole with dipping sauces.
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DonaldV
San Francisco
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Food is very good, but pricey. $47 for a large bowl of very good cioppino is a bit excessive. But I guess good food in a fairly remote location comes with a price . I'd rather have good food close by at a higher price than drive a distance for cheaper, mediocre fare.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking

FAQs

The Lodge Restaurant & Pub does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. The Lodge Restaurant & Pub also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (530) 587-9455.

The Lodge Restaurant & Pub is rated 4.4 stars by 1338 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

Sep 22, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Lodge Restaurant & Pub

12850 Northwoods Blvd, Truckee, CA 96161

Additional information

Cross street
Donner Pass Rd.
Neighborhood
Truckee
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Californian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
The Lodge parking lot is located off the street in the front of the building.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Matt Hale
Entertainment
Monthly promotions and great deals. Please call for information or see the events page on our website. tahoedonner.com
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.tahoedonner.com/the-lodge/
Phone number
(530) 587-9455
Private party facilities
Please call for details
Private party contact
Lisa Tomasi: (530) 582-9643

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The Lodge Restaurant & Pub

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

33 Tahoe / Reno Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Salads

Grilled Fish Tacos (3)

Grilled Octopus

Appetizers

Ahi Tuna Poke*$19.00

Tempura French Beans$13.00

Charcuterie Plate$25.00

Crispy Fried Calamari$18.00

Grilled Octopus$22.00

Forest Mushrooms$18.00

Mains

Today's Fish

Housemade Pasta

Mary's All-Natural Chicken Breast$34.00

Prime Angus Ribeye$58.00

Braised Short Rib$45.00

Grilled Skirt Steak$42.00

13 oz All-Natural Pork Chop$43.00

Soups and Salads

Today's Soup$12.00

Heirloom Tomatoes$20.00

Classic Caesar Salad*$16.00

Farmers Market Salad$14.00

Sides

Basket of Regular or Sweet Potato Fries$9.00

Seasonal Vegetable$8.00

Yukon Gold Fork-Mashed Potatoes$8.00

Pub Fare

Red Beet Poke$26.00

Grilled Fish Tacos (3)$25.00

Angus Brisket Sandwich$24.00

The Lodge Angus Burger$22.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

FAQs

Does The Lodge Restaurant & Pub offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Lodge Restaurant & Pub restaurant rated?

Is The Lodge Restaurant & Pub currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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