Food Guide: Wander Tahoe Slopes

Staying at Wander Tahoe Slopes soon? We compiled a few of our team's personal picks on where to get scrumptious food around Lake Tahoe!

Chef Annamarie - Private Chef Lake Tahoe

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• Distance from Wander Tahoe Slopes: Chef Annamarie will come to the Wander Home!

• Phone: (415) 728-1934

• Website: https://www.privatecheflaketahoe.com/

Having a private chef at home is a luxurious experience you won't forget. Chef Annamarie will prepare gourmet meals for you and your party in the comfort of Wander Tahoe Slopes!

A buffet brunch spread is around $1,000 for for up to 5 people. Meanwhile, expect a multi-course meal to cost around $1,500 for 5 people (additional costs apply for over 5 people). You'll need a 48-hour notice and a $500 deposit to reserve Chef Annamarie.

Manzanita

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• Distance from Wander Tahoe Slopes: 1.5 miles

• Location: 13031 Ritz Carlton Highlands Ct, Truckee, CA

• Hours: 7 AM to 2 PM; 5 PM to 9 PM; Open daily

• Phone: (530) 562-3050

• Website: ritzcarlton.com

This rustic yet elegant mountain eatery in the Ritz-Carlton is a show stopper, featuring a chef's table and Californian cuisine. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Cafe Blue

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• Distance from Wander Tahoe Slopes: 1.5 miles

• Location: 13031 Ritz Carlton Highlands Ct, Truckee, CA

• Hours: 8 AM to 3:30 PM, Open daily

• Phone: (530) 562-3000

• Website: www.ritzcarlton.com

Enjoy a casual dining experience featuring fresh-pressed juices, signature house-made panini, breakfast pastries, and coffee beverages at this cozy cafe. No reservations required.

Rubicon Pizza

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• Distance from Wander Tahoe Slopes: 5 miles

• Location: 5001 Northstar Dr Suite 5101, Truckee, CA

• Hours: 11:30 AM to 9 PM, Open Daily

• Phone: (530) 562-2199

• Website: rubiconpizzaco.com

This relaxed, contemporary Italian restaurant serves a variety of pizzas, pasta, beer, and wine. It's the closest pizza joint to the house, perfect for movie nights at Wander Tahoe Slopes.

The Sawyer at Schaffer's Mill

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• Distance from Wander Tahoe Slopes: 10 miles

• Location: 9055 Heartwood Dr, Truckee, CA

• Hours: Wed to Thurs, Sun: 2 PM to 8 PM; Fri to Sat: 2 PM to 9 PM

• Phone: (530) 214-7385

• Website: schaffersmill.com

The Sawyer features an indoor and outdoor bar with scenic views of Lookout Mountain. The restaurant serves a locally crafted all-day menu with a wide selection of shareables, salads, sandwiches, and entrees.

Gar Woods Grill & Pier

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• Distance from Wander Tahoe Slopes: 13 miles

• Location: 5000 N Lake Blvd, Carnelian Bay, CA

• Hours: Mon to Thurs: 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM; Fri to Sat: 10:30 AM to 10 PM; Sun: 10:30 AM to 9:30 PM

• Phone: (530) 546-3366

• Website: garwoods.com

This part-upscale, part-casual restaurant serves California cuisine, steak, and seafood by the lake. There's also live music playing in the restaurant every Friday and Saturday so be sure to catch it!

Wolfdale's Cuisine Unique

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• Distance from Wander Tahoe Slopes: 18 miles

• Location: 640 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA

• Hours: Wed to Sun: 5:30 PM to 9 PM

• Phone: (530) 583-5700

• Website: wolfdales.com

Wolfdale's is a high-end destination for sophisticated, seasonal Californian cuisine and terrific Lake Tahoe views. We recommend reserving in advance to get a nice spot with a view.

Spindleshanks Tahoe Restaurant

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• Distance from Wander Tahoe Slopes: 10 miles

• Location: 400 Brassie Ave, Kings Beach, CA

• Hours: 9 AM to 3 PM, Open Daily; Fri to Sat: 5 PM to 9 PM; Sun to Thurs: 5 PM to 8:30 PM

• Phone: (530) 546-2191

• Website: spindleshankstahoe.com

This sophisticated countryside spot offers classic American dishes. While there's plenty of outdoor and indoor seating space for everyone, we recommend reserving in advance to get the best spots.

Soule Domain

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• Distance from Wander Tahoe Slopes: 11 miles 

• Location: 9983 Cove St, Kings Beach, CA

• Hours: 5:30 PM to 8 PM, Open Daily

• Phone: (530) 546-7529

• Website: souledomain.com

For creative Californian fare made with local and sustainable ingredients, Soule Domain is also a cozy choice. They have an extensive wine list and pretty tasty dessert menu—perfect for special occasions.

Alibi Ale Works - Incline Public House

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• Distance from Wander Tahoe Slopes: 15 miles

• Location: 931 Tahoe Blvd, Incline Village, NV

• Hours: Mon to Tues: 3 PM to 10 PM (kitchen closed, drinks only, BYO snacks); Wed to Sun: 12 PM to 10 PM

• Phone: (775) 831-8300

• Website: alibialeworks.com

This brewery also serves bar chow in a cozy and bright setting. Their selection of flavored beers (that they brew in-house) has been a crowd favorite so be sure to grab a can or two with you to take home.

Sage Leaf Tahoe

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• Distance from Wander Tahoe Slopes: 10 miles

• Location: 893 Tahoe Blvd, Incline Village, NV

• Hours: Tues, Fri, Sat: 5 PM to 8:30 PM

• Phone: (775) 413-5005

• Website: sageleaftahoe.comW

Sage Leaf Tahoe changes their menu every season so there's always something new to try. While there's sufficient seating space here, you may also order to-go and have a picnic at Incline Beach right next door.

Safeway Grocery Store 

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• Distance from Wander Tahoe Slopes: 10 miles

• Location: 7815 N Lake Blvd, Kings Beach, CA 

• Hours: 7 AM to 10 PM, Open Daily

• Phone: (530) 546-0170

Safeway is the nearest grocery store for when you’d like to make food in your Wander home. You may also have groceries delivered to you during your stay—just message Wander Concierge to learn how.

If you need some ideas on must-try activities around Lake Tahoe, Wander Concierge can give you a hand. Contact 737-377-3205 to get started.