Whether you want burgers for the whole family, elegant lakeside dining with a view, legit BBQ, or a hearty breakfast before heading out to the mountain, check out these amazing food options.
Truckee
Pianeta Ristorante
A cozy restaurant located in the heart of historic downtown Truckee, specializing in creating delicious Italian foods, homemade pastas, and stellar dining service since 1998. Pianeta’s features an extensive menu with nightly specials inspired by the delicious cuisine of Northern Italy.
Moody’s Bistro Bar and Beats
Moody’s Bistro Bar & Beats is the place in Truckee for great food and atmosphere. Set in the warm hearted ambiance of the historic Truckee Hotel, Moody’s complements its fine dining with critically-praised, nationally-touring Jazz, Americana, Soul and Rhythm and Blues bands with a splash of Hip Hop.
Restaurant Trokay
Stylish, modern restaurant offering upscale New American fare made with local, seasonal ingredients.
Cottonwood Restaurant and Bar
Tucked inside one of the oldest ski lodges in the country and serving dinner every evening, this multiple award-winning gem features a menu with mainstay entrées and specials, all brimming with sustainable seafood options, grass-fed beef, and organic produce whenever possible.
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Drunken Monkey Sushi
Drunken Monkey has created a place where you can enjoy Asian style noodles, sushi, sake, beer and wine in a unique lounge setting. Their staff has the food and beverage knowledge to guide you, and their friendly and punctual service will make your dining experience one to remember.
Truckee Tavern and Grill
The Truckee Tavern and Grill’s specialty is wood fire cuisine featuring local grown produce and meats. Their approachable cocktail program utilizes fresh herbs, juices and house made concoctions. Their wine list specializes in a mix of hard to find producers as well as known names that complement our food.
Marty’s Cafe
Marty’s Cafe has been serving Truckee diners since November 2012. Marty’s All-Day Breakfast and Lunch Menu features traditional favorites, Chef’s Daily Specials & Chef’s Seasonal Specialty Salads – made from the freshest ingredients. Executive Chef & Owner, Marty Carlton has been a pioneer in serving French-California cuisine at affordable prices. He says the secret of cooking at Marty’s Cafe is about “simplicity at its finest; using common ingredients that the everyday customer can recognize, while still trying to be innovative.”
Village Pizzeria
Since 1981 the Village Pizzeria has been family owned. It originally opened in Tahoe City and then relocated to its current location in Truckee, California. The Village Pizzeria has been a local favorite and is proud to be a part of the Truckee Tahoe community. Our menu includes gourmet pizzas, pastas, and Italian specialties made to order, craft beers, and an affordable wine list.
Old Town Tap
Old Town Tap features simple and thoughtful cooking, concentrating on the integrity of each ingredient. Marlena, Luke and Chef Chris work closely with farmers and ranchers in the region to source the freshest local, seasonable and sustainable ingredients. Current purveyors include Tahoe Food Hub, Foothill Roots Farm, Long Dream Eggs, Jollity Farm, Towani Organic Farm and many more.
Fiftyfifty Brewing Co
Serving all our annuals and tasty season brews on tap. Plus, it's a full-on restaurant and bar with an amazing menu of pub-inspired plates and local favorites.
Jax at the Trax
Milkshakes, burgers, meatloaf and other American classics served in an old-school diner setting.
Tangerine French Bistro
Tangerine Bistro is an addition to the vibrant restaurant scene in Truckee, presenting itself as a classic French bistro evocative of the bustling metropolitan districts of New York or Paris. Stepping into Tangerine Bistro, named after the legendary Led Zeppelin song, guests are greeted by a menu as impressive as its name. Delight in traditional French cuisine with a unique Truckee twist, featuring specialties like duck foie gras pâté with blackberry jam. Indulge in the culinary harmony of pork shoulder with tarball beans, or savor the richness of a 24 oz côte de boeuf steak frites. Tangerine Bistro infuses the Truckee dining scene with refined French style, offering a sophisticated yet inviting ambiance that appeals to both locals and visitors alike.
Great Gold
Great Gold elevates traditional Italian cuisine by getting the best ingredients from local farms. The cuisine, which includes house-made pasta, gourmet pizzas, and grilled meats, is meticulously designed to cater to everyone. Their ever-changing wine inventory includes rare Italian wines as well as Italian grape varietals cultivated in the golden state of California. Located in the Pioneer Center and away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Truckee, it provides a quality dining experience in a relaxed atmosphere. For customers searching for a fun and unforgettable night out, their welcoming open space and pleasant ambiance are the finest options.
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