River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant

4.7

1068 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

21 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 7 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for scenic views

Located on the banks of the Truckee River between Truckee and Tahoe City, this rustic old Tahoe lodge has been a Tahoe dining favorite for many, many years. Choose between a cozy table in our Alpine Dining Room or along the river in our River View Dining Room. In the summer, dine on our patio that overlooks the river. Enjoy great food and drink that is creative and interesting while being delicious and familiar. The menu changes seasonally to ensure use of the most available sustainable, fresh ingredients.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Sat, Sun 08:00–11:00 Lunch Sat 11:00–17:00 Sun 11:00–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri, Sun 15:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
Phone number
(530) 583-4264
Website
http://riverranchlodge.com/dining
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
The River Ranch offers on-site catering for special events, served in our Alpine Dining room for year-round groups up to 35 guests. For large parties or weddings in the warmer months, we can accommodate up to 150 guests on our riverside Patio.
Private party facilities
The River Ranch Alpine Dining Room offers an indoor, year-round space for private dinners, rehearsal dinners, birthday parties, family reunions, company parties and holiday festivities for up to 35 seated guests. In the Summer, our spacious riverside Patio can accommodate up to 150 seated guests.
Private party contact
Event Coordinator: (530) 583-4264 ext. 203

Location
2285 River Road, Tahoe City, CA 96145
Area
Tahoe City
Cross Street
Alpine Meadows Road
Parking details
Complimentary, first-come first-serve
Public transit
Tahoe Area Regional Transit stops at the River Ranch sign.
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

* Denotes Gluten Friendly. Please Specify when placing order. Orders of 6 or more entrées subject to 18% gratuity. ^Item may be cooked to order or contains raw/undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or under-cooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

Alpine Starters & Shareables

Add Chicken $7.00 | Prawn $12.00 | ^Tenderloin $12.00

Soup Du Jour
Ask Server
- CupUS$9.00
- BowlUS$12.00
* Caesar Salad
Whole Leaf Lettuce, Classic Caesar Dressing, Parmesan, Candied Lemon, Meyer Lemon Oil, Croutons
- HalfUS$12.00
- FullUS$17.00
* Winter Farm Salad
Baby Kale, Arugula, Roasted Squash, Citrus, Pear, Chèvre, Pistachio, Maple-Dijon Vinaigrette
- HalfUS$10.00
- FullUS$16.00
* Wedge SaladUS$12.00
Iceberg, Bacon, Cherry Tomatoes, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Blue Cheese Dressing
* Crispy Brussels & Shishitos
Twice-Cooked Brussels & Peppers, Balsamic Glaze, Garlic, Parmesan, ^Sweet Onion Aioli
- Half OrderUS$12.00
- Full OrderUS$17.00
Artisan Cheese PlateUS$22.00
3 Cheese Varieties, Fig Jam, Seasonal Fruit, Flatbread Crackers
^Ahi PokeUS$25.00
Hawaiian Ahi Tuna, Poke Sauce, Avocado, Toasted Macadamia Nuts, Red Onion, Ginger, Wakame, Wontons
Duck TacosUS$25.00
Crispy Duck Confit, Pickled Shallot, Radish, Salsa Verde, Chips
^CalamariUS$18.00
Rings & Tentacles, Lemon Aioli
* WingsUS$18.00
Choice of: Buffalo, Spicy Peach Chili, Sriracha Honey, or Teriyaki, Crudité
* Famous Ranch NachosUS$20.00
Mountain of Local Corn Chips, Cheese, Black Beans, Jalapeño, Pico de Gallo, Sour Cream, Guacamole

River Ranch Signature Entrées

* ^New Zealand Elk Chops
Coriander-Crusted, Chimichurri Fingerling Potatoes, Root Vegetables, Chèvre *Please specify desired cooking temp in the notes: WELL, MEDIUM WELL, MEDIUM, MEDIUM RARE, RARE
- Single ChopUS$47.00
- Two ChopsUS$70.00
* Bison Short RibsUS$46.00
Bourbon Slow-Braised, Soy & Citrus Pan Glaze Mashed Baby Red Potatoes, Baby Carrots
* ^Top SirloinUS$45.00
Prime 8oz Baseball Cut, Blue Cheese Butter, Veal Jus Mashed Baby Red Potatoes, Grilled Broccolini
* ^USDA Prime Cut-of-the-Day** MARKET PRICE
~Please Inquire~ Mashed Baby Red Potatoes, Wild Mushrooms, Blue Cheese Butter, Veal Jus *Please specify desired cooking temp in the notes: WELL, MEDIUM WELL, MEDIUM, MEDIUM RARE, RARE
* Mary's Half ChickenUS$36.00
Organic, Pan Seared, Sherry-Mushroom Pan Jus Leek, Radish, Wild Rice
* ^Dayboat Diver ScallopsUS$49.00
Pan-Seared, Pancetta Butter Bean Escabeche
*^HalibutUS$45.00
Pan-Seared Fresh, Sesame Miso Glaze Wasabi Mashed Potatoes, Baby Bok Choy
* Butternut Squash RisottoUS$26.00
Roasted Squash, Cipollini, Citrus-Herb Salad, Chive Oil
Pesto Rigatoni
Arugula Pesto, Roasted Squash, Broccolini, Pecorino, Pepitas
- VegetarianUS$24.00
- Italian SausageUS$30.00
Ranch Stroganoff
Fresh Local Egg Noodles, Crema, Red Wine, Chive
- Wild MushroomUS$24.00
- Wild Mushroom & ^TenderloinUS$36.00
* ^Chophouse CheeseburgerUS$22.00
1/2 Pound Wagyu Blend, Brioche Bun, Bacon, Extra Sharp White Cheddar, Beefsteak Tomato, Arugula, ^Sweet Onion Aioli, Fries *Please specify desired cooking temp in the notes: WELL, MEDIUM WELL, MEDIUM, MEDIUM RARE, RARE

What 1,068 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Tahoe / Reno Area
Great for outdoor dining
Tahoe / Reno Area
Contemporary American
North Lake Tahoe
Best Overall
North Lake Tahoe
Best Food
North Lake Tahoe
Best Service
North Lake Tahoe
Best Ambience
North Lake Tahoe
Best Value
North Lake Tahoe
Good for groups
North Lake Tahoe
Healthy
North Lake Tahoe
Neighbourhood gem
North Lake Tahoe
Great for fine wines
North Lake Tahoe
Great for outdoor dining
North Lake Tahoe
Romantic
North Lake Tahoe
Great for scenic views
North Lake Tahoe
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant offers a "wonderful dining experience" with excellent food and service. Nestled by the beautiful Truckee River, it provides a cozy and romantic ambiance. Highlights include "delicious" dishes like short ribs and Brussels sprouts, friendly staff, and a dynamic holiday atmosphere. Perfect for family-friendly dining.

1,068 Reviews

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William
Tahoe
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Reservation highly recommended particularly during ski season and on weekends. Bar noise does interfere with ambience. Best seating is along the windows or adjacent tables.
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Rich
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A Perfect Spot to Celebrate Laura and I celebrated our 13th anniversary at River Ranch, and it couldn’t have been better. Our server was incredibly kind, congratulating us on the occasion, and they seated us at a cozy table by the fireplace—exactly what I’d requested. The service was great, the food was excellent, and after dinner, we had a glass of wine in the bar, sitting at the same table where we’d had one of our first dates. That was a pretty special way to mark the evening. We’ve always loved the old-school charm of River Ranch Lodge. There’s something about the warm, lived-in feel of a classic ski lodge that makes you want to stick around a little longer. Thanks to the wonderful staff for making our anniversary feel easy and memorable.
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Tony
Sacramento
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on 10 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Fantastic food, as always. The menu varies little but the quality is always extremely high and guarantees a wonderful dining experience. We ate on the early side and it was very loud due the apres-ski crowd in the adjoining bar area. That can be enjoyable too, unless you want to actually have a conversation over dinner.
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Allegra
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great - will visit again. Very enjoyable environment, great service and good food.
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Anna
Tahoe
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 6 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is excellent and the servers are very helpful and nice
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Christopher
VIP
San Francisco
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 5 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Always solid! Great food and service. We will return
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Rich
VIP
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 2 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
good food, cooked the steak well. great view. I would go back again.
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Rochelle
Portland
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful way to Celebrate New Year’s Eve! Food was delicious. Thank you
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Mary
VIP
Tahoe
21 reviews
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of our favorites! They were super busy of course, it was NYE. The staff was polite , concerned that everyone was comfortable and had what they requested. Food was delicious as always. And Thanks so much for the table by the fireplace - one of our favorites!
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Mark
VIP
Hawaii
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The wagu steak on the menu was not really wagu. It’s better to just call it a New York cut which it was.
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FAQs

River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (530) 583-4264.

River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 1068 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

21 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant

2285 River Road, Tahoe City, CA 96145

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Alpine Meadows Road
Area
Tahoe City
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Sat, Sun 08:00–11:00 Lunch Sat 11:00–17:00 Sun 11:00–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri, Sun 15:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Complimentary, first-come first-serve
Public transit
Tahoe Area Regional Transit stops at the River Ranch sign.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
http://riverranchlodge.com/dining
Phone number
(530) 583-4264
Catering
The River Ranch offers on-site catering for special events, served in our Alpine Dining room for year-round groups up to 35 guests. For large parties or weddings in the warmer months, we can accommodate up to 150 guests on our riverside Patio.
Private party facilities
The River Ranch Alpine Dining Room offers an indoor, year-round space for private dinners, rehearsal dinners, birthday parties, family reunions, company parties and holiday festivities for up to 35 seated guests. In the Summer, our spacious riverside Patio can accommodate up to 150 seated guests.
Private party contact
Event Coordinator: (530) 583-4264 ext. 203

River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Alpine Starters & Shareables

Soup Du Jour

* Caesar Salad

* Winter Farm Salad

* Wedge SaladUS$12.00

* Crispy Brussels & Shishitos

Artisan Cheese PlateUS$22.00

^Ahi PokeUS$25.00

Duck TacosUS$25.00

^CalamariUS$18.00

* WingsUS$18.00

* Famous Ranch NachosUS$20.00

River Ranch Signature Entrées

* ^New Zealand Elk Chops

* Bison Short RibsUS$46.00

* ^Top SirloinUS$45.00

* ^USDA Prime Cut-of-the-Day** MARKET PRICE

* Mary's Half ChickenUS$36.00

* ^Dayboat Diver ScallopsUS$49.00

*^HalibutUS$45.00

* Butternut Squash RisottoUS$26.00

Pesto Rigatoni

Ranch Stroganoff

* ^Chophouse CheeseburgerUS$22.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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Does River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

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Dining areas

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