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Riva Grill, South Lake Tahoe, CA

Riva Grill

4.3
4.3
4762 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 53 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for creative cocktails
Home of the Wet Woody ® and storybook sunsets, Riva Grill is Tahoe South’s premier lake front restaurant located in the Ski Run Marina. The 3,000 square foot deck overlooking Lake Tahoe comfortably seats 200 guests and is a dining experience that is second to none. Floor to ceiling windows in the two-story restaurant provide an equally epic view of the Sierras and Lake. Since 1998, visitors and locals alike have flocked to Riva for the best food and service in town. Try the bacon-wrapped filet and scampi with Point Reyes Bleu Cheese butter, the renown grilled or blackened fish tacos with apple-jicama slaw and micro cilantro or any of their home made wood fired pizzas, to name just a few. Additionally, a visit to Riva Grill would not be complete without trying their world famous Wet Woody ® signature cocktail. The rum and fruit juice blended drink will leave you with cold hands and a warm heart and certainly wanting one more.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (530) 542-2600
  • Website
    http://www.rivagrill.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef - Doug Bussiere
  • Private party facilities
    Private party space available for groups of 20 guests up to 600 guests. Riva Grill is available to close for private functions. Call for details.
  • Location
    900 Ski Run Blvd, Suite 3, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
  • Neighbourhood
    South Shore
  • Cross Street
    Hwy. 50
  • Parking details
    There is always plenty of parking available at Riva Grill. Complimentary valet parking is provided, lunch and dinner, seven days a week during the summer season. Additional parking is accessible in the lot adjacent to Riva Grill where the first 90 minutes of parking is complimentary.
  • Public transit
    Riva Grill is centrally located in South Lake Tahoe where Ski Run Blvd. meets Lake Tahoe. We are one mile west of the Heavenly Gondola; on the south side of highway 50, and a quick ride by taxi cab, Blue Go transit or bicycle. Many folks choose to walk here on warm summer evenings and return by taxi. Plenty of bicycle and kayak parking available.
  • Entertainment
    Live acoustic music every weekend with your favorites from the 70's, 80's, 90's and today; Fridays and Saturdays 8:00pm to 11:00pm. Ladies are welcome to dance on the bar...but you have to take your shoes off first!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Appetizers

  • Ahi Poke Stack

    marinated tuna / sweeweed salad/ puffed rice / crispy wonton / mango-ginger relish / sweet soy / wasabi cream

    • Lobster Deviled Eggs

      white truffle oil / lobster / scallions / Meyer lemon aioli

      • Pomegranate Glazed Pork Ribs

        slow smoked St. Louis Ribs / pomegranate-molasses glaze / spiced candied orange zest / basil oil

        • Beer Battered Coconut Prawns

          mango mustard marmalade / grilled pineapple

          • Dungeness Crab Cakes

            Dijon-horseradish aioli / cucumber-dill salad / avocado / basil oil

            • Steamed Clams

              white wine / tomatoes / garlic butter / garlic bread / Asiago

              • Garlic Bread

                toasted French roll / garlic butter / Asiago cheese (with Gorgonzola for an additional charge)

                Soups / Salads

                • French Onion au Gratin

                  Gruyere / grated Asiago / sourdough croutons

                  • Shrimp & Lobster Bisque

                    lobster cream / bay shrimp / sherry

                    • House Salad

                      fresh spring greens / roasted red pepper vinaigrette / feta / sugar crisp walnuts (add grilled chicken, grilled salmon or shrimp, chilled tenderloin for an additional charge)

                      • Caesar Salad

                        romaine / classic garlic-lemon dressing / asiago / crostini / sun dried tomatoes / capers (add grilled chicken, grilled salmon or shrimp, chilled tenderloin for an additional charge)

                        • Wedge Salad

                          baby iceberg lettuce / tomatoes / red onions / bacon / Point Reyes blue cheese crumbles (add grilled chicken, grilled salmon or shrimp, chilled tenderloin for an additional charge)

                          • Chef Doug's Soup Du Jour

                            Chef Doug's soup of the day. Ask your server for details.

                            Deck Favorites

                            If you wish, the burger, crab & chicken are available with bacon, sautéed mushrooms, cheese or guacamole - Wishes - (each for an additional charge). If you'd like the Impossible Burger to replace your burger patty (for an additional charge)

                            • Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich

                              krispy fried chicken breast / smoked mayo / dill pickle slices / Franks Red Hot sauce / ciabatta roll

                              • Filet BBQ Bacon Burger

                                ground tenderloin / bacon / cheddar / chipotle ranch / onion ring / bbq sauce

                                • Filet California Burger

                                  ground tenderloin / teriyaki glaze / guacamole / tomatoes / pepper jack cheese / bacon

                                  • Dungeness Crab Sandwich

                                    chilled Dungeness crab / grilled sourdough bread / green leaf lettuce / cheddar cheese

                                    • Peppered Tenderloin & Blue Cheese Salad

                                      served chilled / mixed greens / Point Reyes blue cheese / roasted tomatoes / spiced walnuts / Granny Smith apple salad / red onions / balsamic vinaigrette

                                      • Cobb Salad

                                        blackened chicken / Roma tomatoes / Point Reyes blue cheese / egg / bacon / avocado / olives / cucumber / balsamic vinaigrette

                                        The Riva Grill

                                        on the south shore

                                        • Chimichurri Salmon

                                          Patagonia Verlasso Salmon / pepita chimichurri/ charred poblano cream sauce / prickly pear caulis / spanish rice / pickled red onion / brocolini.

                                          • Seared Diver Scallops

                                            Dungeness Crab risotto / sautéed baby carrots & green beans / blood orange beurre blanc

                                            • Soy Braised Short Ribs

                                              Slow braised shorts ribs /ginger sticky rice / Asian pineapple slaw / Szechuan green beans

                                              • Roasted Chicken

                                                half roasted chicken / BBQ glaze / mashed potatoes / Caribbean fire roasted corn on the cob

                                                • Filet Mignon

                                                  10 oz. bacon-wrapped / red wine demi / Point Reyes blue cheese butter / garlic mashed potatoes

                                                  • Filet and Scampi

                                                    garlic prawns / 7 oz. bacon-wrapped filet mignon / red wine demi / Point Reyes blue cheese butter

                                                    • Ribeye

                                                      18 oz. char grilled /sautéed mushrooms / asparagus / pancetta & red potato hash / rum peppercorn demi

                                                      • Grilled Pork Tenderloin

                                                        Kurobuta pork tenderloin / lightly smoked / cream corn mashed potatoes / pancetta & brussels sprouts / apple cider bourbon glaze

                                                        • Filet & Lobster

                                                          10 oz. lobster tail / 7 oz. bacon-wrapped filet mignon / garlic mashed potatoes

                                                          • Slow Roasted Prime Rib

                                                            Friday & Saturday! Oven roasted / garlic mashed potatoes / asparagus / au jus / horseradish cream

                                                            Pasta

                                                            • Wild Mushroom Risotto*

                                                              sautéed wild mushrooms / asparagus / grape tomatoes / Asiago cheese / creamy risotto (add chicken or shrimp for an additional charge)

                                                              • Conchiglie

                                                                grilled chicken / pancetta / artichoke hearts / shell pasta / smoked gouda cream

                                                                • Seafood Tagliarini

                                                                  sautéed prawns / scallop / clams / mussels / house roasted tomatoes / basil / saffron / tomato Gruyére cream sauce

                                                                  Sweets

                                                                  • Irish Coffee

                                                                    Tullamore D.E.W. / sugar / Peerless coffee / fresh whipped cream / the 4 food groups

                                                                    • White Chocolate Snickers Cheesecake

                                                                      graham cracker crust / Hershey's Hot Fudge / Snickers bar crumbles

                                                                      • Apple Pecan Bread Pudding a La Mode

                                                                        apple cider foster sauce / pecan pieces / Hoch's Family Creamery vanilla bean ice cream

                                                                        • Mocha Crunch Ice Cream Cake

                                                                          Hoch's Family Creamery chocolate & coffee ice cream / Oreo crust / Skor Bar sprinkles

                                                                          • Peppermint Stick Sundae & Creme Wafers

                                                                            Hoch's Family Creamery peppermint ice cream / creme wafers (Hershey's hot fudge is available, Yum)

                                                                            • Seasonal Sorbet

                                                                              Hoch's Family Creamery sorbet / fresh berries / honey granola / lemon zest / mint

                                                                              • Warm Chocolate Brownie

                                                                                Hoch's Family Creamery vanilla bean / caramel sauce / fresh raspberry whipped cream

                                                                                Last updated: November 24, 2024

                                                                                What 4,762 people are saying

                                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                4.3
                                                                                4.3 based on recent ratings
                                                                                • 4.2Food
                                                                                • 4.4Service
                                                                                • 4.5Ambience
                                                                                • 3.8Value

                                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                                Loved For

                                                                                • South Lake Tahoe

                                                                                  Good for groups

                                                                                • South Lake Tahoe

                                                                                  Hot spot

                                                                                • South Lake Tahoe

                                                                                  Neighbourhood gem

                                                                                • South Lake Tahoe

                                                                                  Great for outdoor dining

                                                                                • South Lake Tahoe

                                                                                  Great for scenic views

                                                                                • South Lake Tahoe

                                                                                  Most Booked

                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                Riva Grill offers a stunning lakeside experience with "amazing views" and a vibrant atmosphere. Guests rave about the "delicious food" and "spectacular service," especially on the patio. The menu features standout dishes like crab legs and prime rib, complemented by the infamous "Wet Woody" cocktails. Perfect for special occasions or a relaxed lakeside meal.

                                                                                4,762 Reviews

                                                                                1. Diana

                                                                                  Tahoe

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Enjoyed it! Thank you! We loved celebrating our anniversary there and will return.

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                                                                                2. Elizabeth

                                                                                  Tahoe

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  our server karen was awesome. the restaurant was pretty empty compared to what we’re used to so it felt like a private event, which is cool! service was great, food was amazing, the staff was 10/10!!

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                                                                                3. Matthew

                                                                                  Tahoe

                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on December 15, 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                                  3. Service 3
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  Decent experience for having dined here numerous times. Unfortunately we were not allowed to be seated on the second floor due to not enough staff. The were hardly any customers. We asked for a table near the windows for the view and were seated towards the restaurant interior. Another couple was seated near the window and didn’t even admire the view and the tables could’ve easily been moved into a position to accommodate our party of five. Service was average and food was average for the higher prices.

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                                                                                4. Joske

                                                                                  Dallas

                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on December 15, 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  We actually come here every time we are in Tahoe. The food is always phenomenal and the drinks are amazing too.

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                                                                                5. Albert

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  Denver

                                                                                  23 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  23 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on December 14, 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Great food with a lake view, excellent service. Ribs are delicious, devil eggs and sticks awesome.

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                                                                                6. Tracy

                                                                                  Sacramento

                                                                                  18 reviews

                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                  18 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on December 6, 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  We have been going to Rivas for years and just the last couple times hasn’t been as good. The food just isn’t up to his usual standards. The service is still excellent. 

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                                                                                7. Jacinto

                                                                                  Sacramento

                                                                                  12 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  12 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on November 30, 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  our server was attentive and kind she was excellent and has a beautiful smile she gave us a wonderful dinner throughout and really a great person I couldn't pronounce her name but overall we had a great time food is great my ribeye was cooked to perfection medium and the rest of the food lobster bisque beef sirloin salad onion soup and many others

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                                                                                8. Marla

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  San Francisco

                                                                                  11 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  11 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on November 29, 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Extremely good food very good service we both had sandwiches. Basically I had the burger. He had a crab sandwich. They both were very good. The french fries are incredible. I like the texture.

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                                                                                9. Lonnie

                                                                                  Dallas

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined on November 28, 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Great service, good food, great view & atmosphere

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                                                                                10. ezekiel

                                                                                  Mobile

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  2.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined on November 28, 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 2
                                                                                  2. Food 2
                                                                                  3. Service 3
                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                  Food was terrible. Salmon wasn’t cooked all the way. Extremely expensive for poor quality of food.

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                                                                                FAQs

                                                                                Riva Grill is rated 4.3 stars by 4762 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 53 times today
                                                                                Google Map for Riva Grill

                                                                                900 Ski Run Blvd, Suite 3, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                • Cross Street
                                                                                  Hwy. 50
                                                                                • Neighbourhood
                                                                                  South Shore
                                                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                                                  Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–10:00 pm
                                                                                • Price
                                                                                  $50 and over
                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                  Contemporary American, Steak, Californian
                                                                                • Dining style
                                                                                  Casual Elegant
                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                  Casual Dress
                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                  There is always plenty of parking available at Riva Grill. Complimentary valet parking is provided, lunch and dinner, seven days a week during the summer season. Additional parking is accessible in the lot adjacent to Riva Grill where the first 90 minutes of parking is complimentary.
                                                                                • Public transit
                                                                                  Riva Grill is centrally located in South Lake Tahoe where Ski Run Blvd. meets Lake Tahoe. We are one mile west of the Heavenly Gondola; on the south side of highway 50, and a quick ride by taxi cab, Blue Go transit or bicycle. Many folks choose to walk here on warm summer evenings and return by taxi. Plenty of bicycle and kayak parking available.
                                                                                • Payment Options
                                                                                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                • Executive Chef
                                                                                  Chef - Doug Bussiere
                                                                                • Entertainment
                                                                                  Live acoustic music every weekend with your favorites from the 70's, 80's, 90's and today; Fridays and Saturdays 8:00pm to 11:00pm. Ladies are welcome to dance on the bar...but you have to take your shoes off first!
                                                                                • Additional
                                                                                  Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                • Website
                                                                                  http://www.rivagrill.com/
                                                                                • Phone number
                                                                                  (530) 542-2600
                                                                                • Private party facilities
                                                                                  Private party space available for groups of 20 guests up to 600 guests. Riva Grill is available to close for private functions. Call for details.

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