New American Restaurants near Olympic Valley, CA

“First time at Lake Tahoe, and this place was amazing! We had lunch on the patio, and we can tell how vibrant this place is just because there were no tables open. My burger was a 10/10 perfect medium rare, fries were the perfect crisp, makes the meal 20/20. The service was also fantastic, she always made sure we were hydrated and everything was on point, on this beautiful hot day.“

“Fun place Good bar food Staff attentive“

“Double diamond experience in Olympic Valley.

Superb dining experience. The menu options were abbreviated from what was listed online, but every dish we had was fantastic (the website now contains the updated menu).

The smoked walu was absolutely amazing; the texture was soft and buttery and the the flavor balance of smoke, aguachile, and aoli blended well with the pickled vegetabls. The radiccio and endive salad was fresh and bright, and the vegetable of the day was a beet salad which was also delicious. Our ribeye initially came out overcooked, so the kitchen quickly prepared a new one at the appropriate temperature. The zabutan was flavorful and well cooked; it's nice to order and try items that are uncommon. The roasted bone marrow was savory and perfectly prepared. Rounding out the dinner was an olive oil cake, which was hands down the best I've had; so moist and so flavorful, definitely don't skip it. I thoroughly enjoyed my cocktail made with Japanese whiskey, nori, and Madeira (I forget the other ingredients). The wine menu is well-curated with several options to pair with items on the menu.

Shout out to the staff that assisted us; Manager Travis, who was a wealth of knowledge and showed passion for presenting a top-notch experience, Server Luis who was attentive and showed great interest in our experience, Chef Chris for taking the time and effort to cultivate, acquire, and prepare fresh, top quality ingredients, as well as the bar and other staff.

We'll definitely visit again.“

“Katie recommended the mushrooms and snap pea/asparagus salad. We also got the burger and the pork belly Mac and cheese. Every dish was unique and flavorful and we can’t wait to be back. Beyond that, Katie provided amazing service and was so personable and kind! She is a gem and deserves a raise!“

“Phenomenal food, service, ambience and atmosphere. The menu changes and my favorite is the Tasting Menu. It is divine and I always feel like royalty when I go. 🍽️🧑🏽‍🍳👑🌊🌲“

“A must stop when in Truckee!!“

“Best experience over looking Truckee ! Sisters and I had a Wonderful and friendly experience ‘. Beautiful views and great food ! Sam our waiter was attentive and was there to make sure we were treated exceptionally well ! Thank you Sam for your friendly hospitality and wonderful service !💕“

“This was the most delicious and beautiful vegetarian restaurant meal we have ever had!! Compliments to the entire staff. We will definitely be back!!“

“We celebrated our anniversary at Restaurant Trokay and had an incredible evening.

John and Nyna Weatherson, along with their entire team, created a truly special experience from start to finish. We enjoyed the four-course prix fixe menu with the wine pairing, and every course was outstanding. The food was creative, beautifully presented, and most importantly, absolutely delicious. The wine pairings were spot on and really complemented each dish.

What stood out just as much as the food was the hospitality. Everyone made us feel welcome, and the personalized anniversary touches were greatly appreciated.

Truckee is fortunate to have a restaurant of this caliber. If you’re looking for a memorable dinner, special occasion, or just an amazing meal, Trokay is worth every penny.

Thank you, John, Nyna, and the entire Trokay team for a fantastic evening. We’ll definitely be back.“

“Best rib eye steak sandwich“

“My husband and I , along with our friends, came here two nights in a row during a friends vacation. Staff was awesome and hilarious, they had a good time with us! The food was amazing and the poke is to die for! We will be back when our next trip comes around! Thanks, everyone!“

“Great Food and Service! Wow! Thank you!“

“One of the best restaurants I’ve ever experienced! The staff were amazing too!! Definitely tell all my friends that travel to Tahoe that this is a must try!!“

“Greg is always super helpful and can order anything you need if not in stock“

“Nice kick back good beers 🇺🇸🇺🇸“

“Delightful place to eat!!!“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Staff was friendly and able to pivot quickly when a small meetup changed to a larger gathering.“

“This place was sooooo good! Amazing food, beers, and service.“

“I got the 1/2 tritip plate with coleslaw and rice with tortillas. Very tasty and fills you up. My daughter got the 1/2 chicken (which is literally half of a chicken) with coleslaw and rice with garlic bread and she brought half home. it was all tasty.“

“We spent our week long vacation in Tahoe going back here almost every night. The food, the views, and the ambiance are truly unbeatable. The manager, Katie, is a gem of a human being and she has this place operating like a well oiled machine with friendly staff and exceptional service. Highly recommend!“

“We’re visiting from the Uk and can’t recommend Za’s enough. Amazing food, amazing view, amazing service, amazing food, amazing staff and amazing value. I can’t recommend this place enough, we loved it and the only negative is that we live a million miles away! Thank you for with a lovely experience xx“

“The best part of this restaurant is it's environment and it's dog friendliness. We always go with Ares our JRT and you often see other dogs, on the patio. Food is good too, but I actually like my own cooking of quality meat in general.“

“Don't let the casual name fool you—Truckee Tavern and Grill completely blew us away. I walked in thinking it was just another local grill, but the food is absolute high-end restaurant quality. Every single dish was incredibly fresh, exceptionally tasty, and the flavors were perfectly paired together.
​The vibe is wonderfully casual and comfortable, making the outstanding quality of the food an incredibly pleasant surprise. On top of that, the service was excellent from start to finish—we felt genuinely welcomed from the moment we walked through the door, and our server was fantastic. We can’t wait to come back and try the rest of the menu!“

“Staff was amazing! Server was attentive and fun. Food was fantastic. Great atmosphere.“

“Beautiful views and charming atmosphere!“