Sunnyside Restaurant & Lodge - Tahoe City, California

Martin Sondaz

first arrived at the lodge after spending some time in Mammoth for a ski trip. Upon arrival, we were greeted with the wonderful news that we could enjoy free champagne, and there was also a lovely tea time with biscuits. Our room, which had one queen-sized bed and a sofa bed, was bright and inviting, with a beautiful view of the lake.

During tea time, we enjoyed more biscuits and had access to a variety of books and board games, all while taking in the stunning lake view. The lodge is conveniently located near the resort, making it easy to get to and from the slopes.

The next morning, we went down for breakfast, which offered a wide selection, from pastries to bagels with salmon. The atmosphere was warm and cozy, especially with the crackling wood fire nearby. For dinner, we dined at the lodge’s restaurant downstairs, which had a more upscale feel. The service was excellent, and we made our choices quickly.

I ordered the salmon rice bowl, which included vegetables, rice, and a flavorful sauce with a perfect balance of acidity, sweetness, and spice. I will say, though, that the salmon was slightly overcooked. My brother had the fish and chips, and the fries were absolutely delicious—crispy and savory. My dad chose the ribs, which were sweet and spicy.

Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the lodge

Alexa Roy-Coates

We had the most incredible experience at Sunnyside Restaurant Lodge for our wedding! Our guests who stayed in the rooms couldn’t stop raving about the exceptional quality of service and the delicious breakfast. Allie, our coordinator, was an absolute gem—super personable and fantastic at making game-time decisions, especially during our unforgettable blizzard wedding in May!

Chef Christian truly outdid himself with an entirely gluten-free menu that everyone could enjoy. The food was a hit with all our guests, and we loved that it catered to different dietary needs without compromising on flavor. If you're looking for a beautiful venue with a dedicated team and amazing food, look no further than Sunnyside! Highly recommend!

hilary woodhams

I hadn't been to Sunnyside for a long time, and have fond memories of their Father's Day brunch with my husband and in-laws. We went for dinner and I feel like this place has fallen on hard times. The menu is sparse and very fish and "island " heavy. If you're allergic to fish (or just don't like it) your options are basically just chicken salad or a cheese burger. Portions were inconsistent, and our wine pours were definitely light. The wait staff was very friendly and tried their best, but they seemed ill-equipped for the number of guests they had on a Friday night. We ordered a second round of drinks when our food came, and didn't get them until we were almost done. Additionally, two of the same cocktail tasted like completely different drinks.

The location is amazing, and it seems that much of their income comes from tourists wanting to eat with the view. There are much better restaurants that are locally owned so the money stays in Tahoe.

Jeff Wallace

Sunnyside is an awesome legendary restaurant. It is the perfect spot for lunch, an afternoon cocktail or dinner with amazing sunset photo ops. The service is great, the food is great and you have to save room for the Hula pie. Sunnyside is also family friendly. The kids can watch the boat traffic and that does a great job keeping them occupied until food arrives.

Pro tip, they offer valet parking across the street at their boat storage facility.

Jennifer Edlin

This place is the perfect old Tahoe experience. Cookies after 3, delicious breakfast, beautiful lake views. We came for a family reunion and it was the perfect spot to celebrate together over the holidays.

Catherine Cosse

What a great outdoor setting! Fantastic view on the lake. Food was well prepared and served. Not disappointed in the portion, taste nor the price.
We had the Pulled Chicken Sandwich, the Sunnyside burger, the Halibut, Fried Zucchini and Ceviche stack. Also got a Shirley Temple and margaritas.
Everything was well cooked, generous portions, great salads with burger/sandwich, Halibut was delicious! And the drinks were fantastic!
Also great services at the bar. Can't complain:-)

Alan McKenzie

Very slow service. Food was good, but brought out one persons, then it was over 15min until they started bringing out the other 4 meals. Drinks are not cheap either. Great view of the lake though.

Pam Derby

We had dinner for my daughter's 30th birthday. I cannot say enough about the service, food and atmosphere. Management and wait staff were superb, lovely ambiance on the deck complete with live music, and delicious meal. We'll be back and highly recommend!