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Scusa Italian Ristorante, South Lake Tahoe, CA

Scusa Italian Ristorante

4.7
4.7
3195 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
100 of the Best Seats in Town."
~ Creative Traditional Italian & Fresh Seafood Daily ~ Upscale, Lively Atmosphere ~ Extensive Menu & Wine List ~For over 20 years, Scusa has remained the perennial favorite of locals and tourists alike. Featuring traditional and creative pasta dishes, from simple Cappellini with fresh Basil and Tomato to Seafood Fettuccine Scusa in a light tomato-red wine sauce. Scusa is rumored to serve the best Linguine & Clams you'll ever have. Let's not forget the variety of Veal and Chicken dishes, and the Scusa Bread is a must! With appetizers from crispy Calamari to the House Specialty Lobster Raviolis in light Basil-Tomato Cream any choice is a good one. If you only have room to split a desert try the Amaretto Bread Pudding or the delicious Cannolis.Scusa has one of the most romantic outdoor patios in Lake Tahoe, complete with fountain & garden. If you're looking for great food, with warm atmosphere and service, you are sure to enjoy!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Vegetarian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (530) 542-0100
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Semi-private room for up to 20 guests.

What 3,195 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Best Value

  • South Lake Tahoe

    Best Overall

  • South Lake Tahoe

    Best Food

  • South Lake Tahoe

    Best Service

  • South Lake Tahoe

    Best Value

  • South Lake Tahoe

    Good for groups

  • South Lake Tahoe

    Healthy

  • South Lake Tahoe

    Neighbourhood gem

  • South Lake Tahoe

    Great for outdoor dining

  • South Lake Tahoe

    Good for special occasions

  • South Lake Tahoe

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Scusa Italian Ristorante dazzles with its "authentic and delicious" Italian cuisine, expertly crafted dishes, and "exquisite" flavors. The service is "fast and friendly," with attentive staff ensuring a welcoming atmosphere. Patrons rave about the "fantastic" lobster ravioli and "outstanding" wine selection, making it a perfect spot for celebrations and casual dining alike.

3,195 Reviews
  1. Ian

    San Diego

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of the best Italian restaurants in the South Tahoe area bar-none. I have been coming here for years and have enjoyed many exquisite meals here. Our server, Ian, did a fantastic job taking care of our table and our ordered food came out perfect. I had the Seafood fettuccine which was too big & rich to eat in one sitting but oh so delicious! My wife ordered her usual Chicken Marsala over garlic mashers. Our friends enjoyed the Mediterranean Sea Scallops and Spinach Pasta Mediterranean. The atmosphere is elegant and warm and the lighting is perfect to enjoy an intimate experience while dining. Definitely make reservations…! They do accept walk-ins, but you may have to wait a long time…! This place is popular!

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  2. Sylvia Marie

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding experience! We we in Lake Tahoe centaur my birthday. I found Scusa through Open Table. The place was easy to find and good parking. The staff is very friendly. There were a lot of large parties, but the staff was very attentive. Our server was so pleasant, friendly, and with good recommendations. The food was excellent!!! It was so good and well priced. Our experience was a 10! Highly recommend.

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  3. Bill

    Tahoe

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food and drinks. Good atmosphere. Staff very attentive.

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  4. Linda

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service, food and ambience was perfect for Birthday dinner

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  5. Beau

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Bad experience we hated it and will not be going ahain

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  6. Jesse

    Tahoe

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very authentic and delicious Italian food. I highly recommend. The service was very fast and friendly. They definitely exceeded all of our expectations. We will definitely be back.

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  7. Ken

    Tahoe

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 9 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Zack, our waiter was very attentive. He came by several times just to check. The food was delicious. When you go, order the ravioli app. They are amazing. I could have made a meal on the sauce with their bread.

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  8. Wayne

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 6 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best food service and prices. Salmon and lasagna were both amazing

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food & service & not pricey

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Jennifer

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I cannot say enough good things about this restaurant! From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel so welcome and taken care of. The service was absolutely top-notch—friendly, attentive, and fast without feeling rushed. And the food—wow! Hands down the best Italian cuisine I’ve ever had. Every dish was cooked to perfection, packed with flavor, and beautifully presented. You can tell they use fresh, high-quality ingredients, and the attention to detail really shows. I highly recommend this place for date nights, family dinners, or even just treating yourself to a fantastic meal. I’ll definitely be coming back! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Scusa Italian Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (530) 542-0100.

Scusa Italian Ristorante is rated 4.7 stars by 3195 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today

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Google Map for Scusa Italian Ristorante

2543 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Hwy 50/Lake Tahoe Blvd.
  • Area
    South Shore
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Vegetarian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Large private parking lot in front of the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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