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Christy Hill, Tahoe City, CA

Christy Hill

4.8
4.8
2218 Reviews
$50 and over
Californian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 25 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
A memorable dining experience awaits you as you enter the Christy Hill Restaurant in the center of Tahoe City. The restaurant sits on the shoreline of Lake Tahoe on an elevated embankment offering diners a panoramic vista. The intimate setting offers guests a view that is only upstaged by the cuisine, wine and service. Spectacular sunsets that can be seen from every table is just one of the many reasons that Christy Hill was voted "Most Romantic Restaurant" and "North Lake Tahoe's Iconic Restaurants with World-Class Views" by the San Francisco Chronicle.

Executive Chef, Luis Vallin, focuses on sustainability and innovation, supporting local merchants and farmers. The thoughtful and playful menu pays homage to the tradition of Christy Hill while continuing to uplift and propel the cuisine and restaurant into exciting new territory.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Mediterranean, French
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (530) 583-8551
  • Website
    http://www.christyhill.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Luis Vallin
  • Location
    115 Grove Street, Tahoe City, CA 96145
  • Neighbourhood
    Tahoe City
  • Parking details
    Street parking or lot in front of the restaurant available.
  • Public transit
    Bus stop available right across the street.
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • New Years Eve 2025 - Seating One

    US$150.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Join us for an elegant evening of fine dining, exceptional wines, and impeccable service to welcome the New Year! Our warm and inviting atmosphere will create a memorable experience for all of your loved ones, filled with joy, smiles and laughter. New friends will leave feeling nurtured as everyone finds their way into becoming a part of the Christy Hill family. The first seating New Years Eve event is a six course Pre-Fixe menu crafted at the helm of our Executive Chef, Luis Vallin and our talented culinary team. A wine pairing option for this menu is also available for $50. Seating One Pre-Fixe Menu Price: $125/person, plus tax and gratuity
    New Years Eve 2025 - Seating One photo

  • New Years Eve 2025 - Seating Two

    US$210.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Join us for an elegant evening of fine dining, exceptional wines, and impeccable service to welcome the New Year! Our warm and inviting atmosphere will create a memorable experience for all of your loved ones, filled with joy, smiles and laughter. New friends will leave feeling nurtured as everyone finds their way into becoming a part of the Christy Hill family. The second seating New Years Eve event is an eight course Pre-Fixe menu crafted at the helm of our Executive Chef, Luis Vallin and our talented culinary team. A wine pairing option for this menu is also available for $65. This experience is accompanied by live music. Seating Two Pre-Fixe Menu Price: $175/person, plus tax and gratuity
    New Years Eve 2025 - Seating Two photo

Menu

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What 2,218 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Best Overall

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Best Food

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Best Service

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Best Ambience

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Great for fine wines

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Romantic

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Great for scenic views

  • 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

    Healthy

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Hot spot

  • 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

    Good for special occasions

  • North Lake Tahoe

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Christy Hill in Tahoe City offers a remarkable dining experience with "fantastic views" of Lake Tahoe. Guests rave about the "delicious food" and "outstanding service." The restaurant is perfect for special occasions, with a "romantic ambiance" and attention to detail. Reservations are recommended to enjoy its lakeside charm and seasonal menu.

2,218 Reviews

  1. Robert

    VIP

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent and creative cuisine. Wonderful wine list. Friendly service

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  2. Tim

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Committed and friendly long term staff, creative menu, delicious food, and wonderful ambiance in a cozy setting with an amazing view of the lake and East Shore mountains.

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  3. Mary

    Sacramento

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Salmon filletes on brioche toast was outstanding. Perfect for sharing. Halibut and duck breast were the perfect entrees. We live in Nevada city but if Christy Hill didn’t require an overnight we would dine there more often. Our waiter recommended a wonderful bottle of wine. He was attentive, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic about the new menu without being intrusive.

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  4. Susan

    Sacramento

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is consistently outstanding and the staff and owner are just fantastic! Thank you again for a wonderful dining experience. Sue D. Granite Bay, CA

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  5. TODD

    Los Angeles

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Christy Hill is our special occasion go to place. The food is expertly prepared, unique and absolutely delicious. The staff is friendly, attentive and informative. The owner is present and involved. Overall service and personal attention by the owner and entire staff could not be better. Of course the views of Lake Tahoe are breathtaking as well. A shout out to Carsten - always professional and attentive. Ask for him when you dine here - he'll take great care of you.

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  6. Adrienne

    Tahoe

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always my Tahoe City favorite! The views are amazing too!

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  7. chuckles

    San Diego

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was excellent - from the hostess, to the bartender (I sat at the bar), and the wait staff that brought my food and described the meals I ordered as they were brought out. My dishes were spaced out so I could enjoy each individually. I ordered the elk and beet tartar which I’d never had elk before but it was lovely and creamy. I also ordered the chicken liver pate which was smooth and had a deep, rich flavor which was nicely balanced with the fruit gelee, and the chanterelle and corn agnolotti was earthy but sweet! Everything from start to finish was delightful. I’d definitely return and hopefully come when it’s a little more light outside so I can take in the view.

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  8. Randy

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dining experience! Incredible view, highly attentive service, delicious and creative cuisine, in a charming and intimate setting.

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  9. Dr.Thomas

    VIP

    San Francisco

    56 reviews

    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An amazing experience from beginning to end! Highly recommend this wonderful restaurant. Impeccable service, delectable food, and comfortable ambiance.

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  10. Penni

    VIP

    San Francisco

    45 reviews

    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve eaten here many times before and always give it Five stars. Food is delicious scenery great even as the sun goes down, but my pasta didn’t have much flavor. My husband‘s dish of duck breast was very good hors d’oeuvres good the focaccia bread was too doughy. Enjoyed alcoholic drinks 

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FAQs

Christy Hill is rated 4.8 stars by 2218 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 25 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Christy Hill

115 Grove Street, Tahoe City, CA 96145

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Tahoe City
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Mediterranean, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking or lot in front of the restaurant available.
  • Public transit
    Bus stop available right across the street.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Luis Vallin
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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