River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant Menu

Experience the best of American cuisine at River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant, located at 2285 River Rd Tahoe City, CA. This casual yet classy establishment offers a wide range of options, from hearty burgers and wine bar selections to pescatarian, vegan, and vegetarian dishes. With a plethora of amenities such as outdoor seating, full bar, free Wi-Fi, and even gender-neutral restrooms, River Ranch caters to every guest's needs. Whether you're looking for a spot to enjoy happy hour specials with friends or a family-friendly dinner option, River Ranch has you covered. The restaurant also offers catering services and has a drive-thru for added convenience. With a welcoming atmosphere and delicious menu options, River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant is a must-visit dining destination in Tahoe City.

Our Rooms

KING BED, BALCONY OVER PATIO

These rooms each feature one King bed, located upstairs over the patio with balcony and river view.

KING BED, DECK ON TERRACE

These rooms each feature one King bed, located on the patio level with deck on the terrace and river view. Please note, downstairs rooms have limited privacy during peak summer season when patio is open.Dog(s) permitted in these rooms with advance notice and additional fee.

KING BED, OVER PATIO

These rooms each feature one King bed, located upstairs over the Patio with river view.Dog(s) permitted in one of the rooms with advance notice and additional fee.

KING BED, GROUND FLOOR

This room features one King bed, located on the ground floor between the parking lot and patio.Dog(s) permitted with advance notice and additional fee.Please note, possible noise from parking lot and patio.

KING BED, GROUND FLOOR ADA

This room features one King bed, located on the ground floor between the parking lot and patio and is ADA approved.Please note, possible noise from parking lot and patio.

KING BED, BALCONY OVER RIVER

This room features one King bed, located upstairs with balcony over the river.

QUEEN BEDS, BALCONY OVER RIVER

These rooms each feature two Queen beds, located upstairs with balcony over the river.

QUEEN BEDS, OVER PATIO

These rooms each feature two Queen beds, located upstairs over the Patio with river view.Dog(s) permitted in one of the rooms with advance notice and additional fee.

BUDGET ROOM OVER KITCHEN, RIVER VIEW

This room features one Queen bed with a river view, located over the kitchen with possible noise.

BUDGET ROOM OVER BAR & KITCHEN

This room features one Queen bed, located over the bar and kitchen with possible noise.

BUDGET ROOM OFF PARKING LOT

This room features one Queen bed, located off the parking with no view and possible noise. Dog(s) permitted with advance notice and additional fee.

Soup Du Jour

~Ask Your Server~

Caesar Salad

Whole Leaf Lettuce, Classic Caesar Dressing, Shaved Parmesan, Candied Lemon, Meyer Lemon Oil, Croutons

$11.00

Marinated Olives

$7.00

Crispy Brussels & Shishitos

Twice-Cooked Local Brussels & Peppers, Balsamic, Garlic, Parmesan, ^Sweet Onion Aioli

$11.00

Fries

$6.00

Alpine Poutine

Crispy Fries, Mushroom Gravy, Cheese Curds

$12.00

Pulled Pork Sliders ()

Spicy Peach BBQ Sauce, Slaw, Pickle

$13.00

^Chophouse Cheeseburger

/ Pound, Brioche Bun, Cheddar, Beefsteak Tomato, Greens, ^Sweet Onion AioliPlease specify desired cooking temp in the notes: WELL, MEDIUM WELL, MEDIUM, MEDIUM RARE, RARE

$13.00

Famous Ranch Nachos

Mountain of Local Corn Chips, Cheese, Black Beans, Jalapeno, Pico de Gallo, Sour Cream

$15.00

$ Well Drinks

$ Draught Beers

$ Wines-By-The-Glass

$ Cocktails

Pirate Booty Mai TaiParty Island MojitoRiver Ranch Irish Coffee (only available inside Monday-Thursday)

Happy Hour

Mother's Day Brunch

Mimosa

$13.00

Bloody Mary

Seagram's Vodka, House-made Bloody Mary mix, garnished with green olive, lime wedge, pickled green bean.

$12.00

Steak & Eggs

oz Prime NY, Eggs-Your-Way

$25.00

Seafood Frittata

Shrimp, Crab, Parmesan, Mascarpone, Chives, Asparagus

$25.00

Salmon Lox Plate

Dill Cream Cheese, Red Onions, Capers, Lavosh

$18.00

Traditional Eggs Benedict

Poached Eggs, Canadian Bacon, Hollandaise, Shallots

$18.00

Sweet Potato Chorizo Hash

Fried Egg, Shaved Kale, Radicchio, Brussels Sprouts

$18.00

French Toast

Vanilla Bean Texas Toast, Maple Syrup, Cinnamon, Bacon

$17.00

River Ranch Breakfast

Two Eggs-Your-Way, Bacon or Canadian Bacon

$17.00

Soup Du Jour

~Please Inquire~

Caesar Salad

Whole Leaf Lettuce, Classic Caesar Dressing, Shaved Grana Parma, Candied Lemon, Meyer Lemon Oil, Artisan Croutons

Autumn Farm Salad

Arugula, Frisee, Shaved Carrot, Apple, Grape, Chevre, Candied Walnut, Lemon Vinaigrette

$16.00

Wedge Salad

Iceberg, Bacon, Cherry Tomatoes, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Blue Cheese Dressing

$12.00

Crispy Brussels & Shishitos

Twice-Cooked Local Brussels & Peppers, Balsamic Glace, Garlic, Parmesan, ^Sweet Onion Aioli

$17.00

Artisan Cheese Plate

Cheese Varieties, Fig Jam, Seasonal Fruit, Flatbread Crackers

$22.00

^Ahi Poke

Hawaiian Ahi Tuna, Poke Sauce, Avocado, Toasted Macadamia Nuts, Red Onion, Ginger, Wakame, Wontons

$25.00

^Calamari

Rings & Tentacles, Lemon Aioli

$23.00

Wings

Spicy Peach Chili Sauce, Crudite

$16.00

^Chophouse Cheeseburger

/ Pound, Brioche Bun, Bacon, Extra Sharp White Cheddar, Beefsteak Tomato, Arugula, Sweet Onion Aioli, FriesPlease specify desired cooking temp in the notes: WELL, MEDIUM WELL, MEDIUM, MEDIUM RARE, RARE

$20.00

Famous Ranch Nachos

Mountain of Local Corn Chips, Cheese, Black Beans, Jalapeno, Pico de Gallo, Sour Cream, Guacamole

$20.00

^Catch-Of-The-Day

~Please Inquire~~Market Price~

Bison Short Ribs

Bourbon Slow-Braised, Soy & Citrus Pan GlaceSmashed Baby Red Potatoes, Root Vegetable Hash

$46.00

Mary's Half Chicken

Organic, Pan Seared, Sherried Leek Pan JusWild Mushroom Risotto, Sauteed Spinach

$36.00

Ranch Stroganoff

Fresh Local Egg Noodles, Crema, Red Wine, Chive

Robert's Rigatoni

Tomato Herb Sauce, Stewed Peppers, Cherry Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives, Grana Parma

TUESDAY Dinner Menu

Weekend Breakfast

Breakfast Burrito

Flour Tortilla, ^Eggs scrambled with: Potato, Onion, Bell Pepper, Cheese, Pico de GalloChoice of: Bacon ~OR~ Chorizo Served with Chips & Salsa

$18.00

Classic Breakfast

^Eggs-Your-Way, Ranch Potatoes, Bacon, Toast

$18.00

Breakfast Sando

^Eggs Over-Hard, Bacon, Onion, Tomato, Cheddar^Chipotle Aioli, Toasted Brioche BunServed with Ranch Potatoes & Toast

$18.00

Uncle Joey's Scramble

^Eggs Scrambled With: Onion, Bell Pepper, Cheese, Italian SausageServed With Ranch Potatoes & Toast

$18.00

Granola, Yogurt & Berries

$12.00

Soup Du Jour

~Please Inquire~

Cobb Salad

Chopped Iceburg, Chicken Breast, Hard Boiled Egg, Cherry Tomatoes, Bacon, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Ranch or Blue Cheese

$17.00

Caesar Salad

Whole Leaf Lettuce, Parmesan, Candied Lemon, Croutons

Winter Farm Salad

Baby Kale, Arugula, Roasted Squash, Citrus, Pear, Chevre, Pistachio, Maple-Dijon Vinaigrette

Crispy Brussels & Shishitos

Twice-Cooked Brussels & Peppers, Balsamic Glaze, Garlic, Parmesan, ^Sweet Onion Aioli

Wings

Choice of: Buffalo, Spicy Peach Chili, Sriracha Honey, or Teriyaki

$16.00

^Calamari

Rings & Tentacles, Lemon Aioli

$16.00

Tacos

~Please Inquire~

Pulled Pork Sandwich

Smoked Pork, Brioche Bun, Spicy Peach Chili Sauce, Coleslaw, Pickles, Fries

$19.00

Pollo Sando

Grilled-or-Crispy Breast, Brioche Bun, Chipotle Aioli, Pepperjack, Arugula, Beefsteak Tomato, Fries

$17.00

^Chophouse Cheeseburger

/ Pound, Brioche Bun, Cheddar, Arugula, Beefsteak Tomato, ^Sweet Onion Aioli, FriesPlease specify desired cooking temp in the notes: WELL, MEDIUM WELL, MEDIUM, MEDIUM RARE, RARE

$19.00

Famous Ranch Nachos

Mountain of Local Corn Chips, Cheese, Black Beans, Jalapeno, Pico de Gallo, Sour Cream, Guacamole

$18.00

Weekend Lunch

Kids' Menu

Nachos

$13.00

Grilled Cheese

$13.00

Buttered Noodles

$13.00

Chicken Strips With French Fries

$13.00

Hamburger With French Fries

$13.00

Cheeseburger With French Fries

$13.00

Soup Du Jour

Ask Server

Caesar Salad

Whole Leaf Lettuce, Classic Caesar Dressing, Parmesan, Candied Lemon, Meyer Lemon Oil, Croutons

Winter Farm Salad

Baby Kale, Arugula, Roasted Squash, Citrus, Pear, Chevre, Pistachio, Maple-Dijon Vinaigrette

Wedge Salad

Iceberg, Bacon, Cherry Tomatoes, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Blue Cheese Dressing

$12.00

Crispy Brussels & Shishitos

Twice-Cooked Brussels & Peppers, Balsamic Glaze, Garlic, Parmesan, ^Sweet Onion Aioli

Artisan Cheese Plate

Cheese Varieties, Fig Jam, Seasonal Fruit, Flatbread Crackers

$22.00

^Ahi Poke

Hawaiian Ahi Tuna, Poke Sauce, Avocado, Toasted Macadamia Nuts, Red Onion, Ginger, Wakame, Wontons

$25.00

Duck Tacos

Crispy Duck Confit, Pickled Shallot, Radish, Salsa Verde, Chips

$25.00

^Calamari

Rings & Tentacles, Lemon Aioli

$18.00

Wings

Choice of: Buffalo, Spicy Peach Chili, Sriracha Honey, or Teriyaki, Crudite

$18.00

Famous Ranch Nachos

Mountain of Local Corn Chips, Cheese, Black Beans, Jalapeno, Pico de Gallo, Sour Cream, Guacamole

$20.00

^New Zealand Elk Chops

Coriander-Crusted, ChimichurriFingerling Potatoes, Root Vegetables, ChevrePlease specify desired cooking temp in the notes: WELL, MEDIUM WELL, MEDIUM, MEDIUM RARE, RARE

Bison Short Ribs

Bourbon Slow-Braised, Soy & Citrus Pan GlazeMashed Baby Red Potatoes, Baby Carrots

$46.00

^Top Sirloin

Prime oz Baseball Cut, Blue Cheese Butter, Veal JusMashed Baby Red Potatoes, Grilled Broccolini

$45.00

^USDA Prime Cut-Of-The-Day MARKET PRICE

~Please Inquire~ Mashed Baby Red Potatoes, Wild Mushrooms, Blue Cheese Butter, Veal JusPlease specify desired cooking temp in the notes: WELL, MEDIUM WELL, MEDIUM, MEDIUM RARE, RARE

Mary's Half Chicken

Organic, Pan Seared, Sherry-Mushroom Pan JusLeek, Radish, Wild Rice

$36.00

^Dayboat Diver Scallops

Pan-Seared, PancettaButter Bean Escabeche

$49.00

^Halibut

Pan-Seared Fresh, Sesame Miso GlazeWasabi Mashed Potatoes, Baby Bok Choy

$45.00

Butternut Squash Risotto

Roasted Squash, Cipollini, Citrus-Herb Salad, Chive Oil

$26.00

Pesto Rigatoni

Arugula Pesto, Roasted Squash, Broccolini, Pecorino, Pepitas

Ranch Stroganoff

Fresh Local Egg Noodles, Crema, Red Wine, Chive

^Chophouse Cheeseburger

/ Pound Wagyu Blend, Brioche Bun, Bacon, Extra Sharp White Cheddar, Beefsteak Tomato, Arugula, ^Sweet Onion Aioli, FriesPlease specify desired cooking temp in the notes: WELL, MEDIUM WELL, MEDIUM, MEDIUM RARE, RARE

$22.00

Dinner

Dessert

Flourless Chocolate Torte

$12.00

Creme Brulee

$12.00

NY Cheesecake

$12.00

A La Mode

$2.00

Seasonal Fruit Crisp

-person portion, a la mode

$14.00

Whispering Angel Rose, Provence France

$44.00

Bisol Jeio Prosecco, Italy

$46.00

Carra Sparkling Rose, Italy

$36.00

Taittinger Brut, Reims NV

/ bottle

$50.00

Vineyards Cuvee, Sonoma County

$54.00

Schramsberg Blanc De Blancs , Napa

$70.00

Gosset Grand Reserve, Ay NV

$81.00

Bollinger Special Cuvee Brut, Ay NV

$140.00

La Crema, Sonoma Coast

$56.00

On Q, Russian River

$60.00

Frank Family , Carneros

$72.00

Talbott Kali Hart Vineyard , Santa Lucia

$77.00

Chateau Montelena , Napa

$125.00

DuMol Wester Reach Vineyard , Russian River Valley

$130.00

Beau Vigne Sauvignon Blanc, Napa

$48.00

Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand

$44.00

Whitehall Lane, Sauvignon Blanc , Napa

$58.00

Balletto Gewurztraminer , Russian River

$40.00

Foris Riesling , Rogue Valley

$40.00

Duck Pond Pinot Gris , Willamette Valley

$45.00

Kettmeir Pinot Grigio, Alto Adige Italy

$44.00

Miraval Cotes De France , Provence

$50.00

Cordant Resolution , Paso Robles

$65.00

Johanson Cabernet Sauvignon , Napa

$85.00

Johanson Family Cabernet Sauvignon , Napa

Organically grown; rich flavors of wild blackberry, ripe cherry, chocolate, and baking spices.

$56.00

Raymond Reserve , Napa

$85.00

Pine Ridge , Napa

$96.00

Gundlach Bundschu , Sonoma

$100.00

HALL , Napa

$120.00

Round Pond , Napa

$120.00

Trefethen , Napa

$120.00

Joseph Phelps , Napa

$160.00

Marietta , North Coast

$45.00

Seghesio Zinfandel, Sonoma

$64.00

BACA , Dusi Vineyard

$65.00

Rombauer , Napa

$92.00

Stag's Leap , Napa

$60.00

Merryvale , Napa

$85.00

Kendall-Jackson, Sonoma

$44.00

Artesa , Carneros

$54.00

Dutton-Goldfield , Russian River

$70.00

WALT, Santa Rita Hills

$85.00

Belle Gloss , Central Coast

$96.00

Domaine Drouhin , Willamette Valley

$96.00

Cakebread Cellars , Anderson Valley

$115.00

Jayson Pahlmeyer Wayfarer , Sonoma Coast

$210.00

Penfold's Max's Shiraz , South AU

$44.00

Lava Cap Syrah , El Dorado

$50.00

Colome Estate Malbec , Salta AR

$56.00

Lohr Pure Paso , Paso Robles

$60.00

Ridge Three Valleys , Sonoma

$60.00

Amendment , Napa Valley

$70.00

Deciderio, Petite Sirah , San Benito

$92.00

The Prisoner , California

$95.00

St. Supery Elu Meritage , Napa

$120.00

Elkhorn Peak Cellars Chardonnay

Tropical and stone fruit aroma with a hint of spice and oaky finish.

$50.00

Elkhorn Peak Cellars Pinot Noir

Soft floral notes with a fruity finish.

$65.00

Migliavacca Wines Sangiovese

Cherry and orange notes with a black tea and allspice finish.

$65.00

Cadle Family Wines Super Tuscan Blend

A blend of cherry, blackberry, and dried fig finished with notes of rose petals and vanilla bean. % Cabernet Sauvignon/ % Sangiovese/ % Merlot.

$65.00

Wine List

Beverages

Coffee

Please specify Regular or Decaf, cream & sugar available

$5.00

Hot Chocolate

Served with whipped cream

$5.00

Hot Cider

Whipped cream available upon request

$5.00

Milk

Please specify % or Whole

$5.00

Shirley Temple

$5.00

Roy Rogers

$5.00

Cranberry Juice

$5.00

Grapefruit Juice

$5.00

Orange Juice

$5.00

Pineapple Juice

$5.00

Iced Tea

$5.00

Lemonade

$5.00

Starry

$5.00

Ginger Ale

$5.00

Ginger Beer

$5.00

Root Beer

$5.00

Pepsi

$5.00

Diet Pepsi

$5.00

Pellegrino Small

$5.00

Pellegrino Large

$10.00

Mango Lemonade

$8.00

Blood Orange Lemonade

$8.00

Martinelli's Sparkling Cider

$6.00

Athletic Hazy IPA Or Golden NA

$7.00

CA Tremor Organic Lager Can

$8.00

Downtown Brown Ale

$8.00

Revision IPA Can

$8.00

Golden State Cider Can

Gingergrass

$8.00

Sincere Dry Cider Can

$8.00

/ Donner Party Porter Can

$8.00

Guinness Can

$8.00

Blue Moon Bottle

$7.00

Budweiser Bottle

$7.00

Coors Light Bottle

$7.00

Stella Artois Bottle

$7.00

Truly Hard Seltzer Can

$7.00

River Ranch Irish Coffee

Roe & Co Irish Whiskey, Coffee, Sugar, Whipped Cream

$16.00

Summit Screwball

Screwball Peanut Butter Whiskey, Hot Chocolate, Whipped Cream

$16.00

Boomerang Bulleit

Bulleit Bourbon, King's Ginger, Chamomile Honey, Fresh Lemon

$16.00

Hidden Knoll's Hot Chocolate

Bourbon, Hazelnut Liqueur, Hot Chocolate, Whipped Cream

$16.00

Apres Apple Cider

Dark Rum, Angostura Bitters, Hot Apple Cider, Whipped Cream

$16.00

Roundhouse Rum

Spiced Rum, House-Blend Hot Buttered Rum

$16.00

Our Father

Tequila, Kahlua, Baileys, Hot Chocolate, Whipped Cream

$16.00

Toddy Traverse

Brandy, Agave, Fresh Lemon

$16.00

Banana Bread Old Fashioned

Bulleit Bourbon, Banana Liqueur, Brown Sugar, Bitters

$18.00

Barrel-Aged Boulevardier

Tincup Mountain Whiskey, Sweet Vermouth, Campari

$18.00

Bourbon Blossom

Makers Mark, Cherry, Fresh Lemon, Egg White

$18.00

First Chair

Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur, Carmel Vodka, Vanilla Vodka, Baileys

$16.00

Henrik Harlaut

Hendrick's Gin, St. Germain, Fresh Cucumber, Fresh Lemon

$18.00

Indigo Martini

Empress Gin, Lavender, Fresh Lemon, Egg White

$18.00

Large Marg

Hornitos Reposado, Grand Marnier, Agave, Fresh Lime

$16.00

Old Fashioned River Ranch

Bulleit Rye, Orange Bitters, Aromatic Bitters, Sugar

$18.00

Party Island Mojito

House-Infused Mint Rum, Coconut Water, Fresh Lime

$16.00

Pumpkin Pie Old Fashioned

Four Roses Bourbon, Pumpkin Brown Sugar, Aromatic Bitters

$18.00

River Ranch Sazerac

Bulleit Rye, Absinthe, Peychaud's Bitters, Sugar

$18.00

Skinny Old Fashioned

Jameson, Orange Bitters, Aromatic Bitters, Agave

$18.00

Snowgrass Mule

Blood Orange & Lemongrass-Infused Tito's Vodka, Ginger Beer, Fresh Lemon

$16.00

The Ranch Manhattan

Bourbon, Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth, Aromatic Bitters

$18.00

The Wolverine

Maker's Mark, Fresh Lemon, Maple Syrup, Egg White

$18.00

Graham's Fine Ruby Porto, Portugal

$10.00

Bodegas Dios Baco Oloroso Jerez-Xeres-Sherry, Spain

$10.00

Penfolds Club Tawny, Australia

$12.00

Chateau Laribotte Sauternes, France

$14.00

Youth T-Shirt

Unisex. Prices include tax. Shipping additional.

Youth Navy Pullover Hoodie

Unisex. Prices include tax. Shipping additional.

Ladies' V-Neck T-Shirt

Currently available in turquoise only. Women's size. Prices include tax. Shipping additional.

White Mosaic Tank Top

Unisex. Prices include tax. Shipping additional.

White Mosaic Short Sleeve Shirt

Unisex. Prices include tax. Shipping additional.

White Mosaic Long Sleeve Shirt

Unisex. Prices include tax. Shipping additional.

Black Mosaic / Zip Sweatshirt

Unisex. Prices include tax. Shipping additional.

Gray Mosaic / Zip Sweatshirt

Unisex. Prices include tax. Shipping additional.

Black Mosaic Full Zip Hoodie

Unisex. Prices include tax. Shipping additional.

Gray Mosaic Full Zip Hoodie

Unisex. Prices include tax. Shipping additional.

Black Mosaic Pullover Hoodie

Unisex. Prices include tax. Shipping additional.

Gray Mosaic Pullover Hoodie

Unisex. Prices include tax. Shipping additional.

Assorted Flatbrim/Trucker Hats

Rotating Limited Edition Colors; please call ahead to specify options.

$30.00

Black Adjustable Ball Cap

White Embroidery

$25.00

Khaki Adjustable Ball Cap

Navy Embroidery

$25.00

Assorted Visors

Khaki w/ Navy EmbroideryBlack w/ Orange Embroidery

$25.00

Assorted oz Silicone Pint

Hippie Hops (rainbow), Mountain Marble (black/white/gray, or Headwaters (blue/green)

$14.00

Assorted oz Silicone Tumbler

Hippie Hops (rainbow), or Arctic Sky (blue/white)

$12.00

Glass Pint

Prices include tax. Shipping additional.

$12.00

Bar Mat Coaster

Price includes tax. Shipping additional.

$5.00

Pint & Coaster Package

Prices include tax. Shipping additional.

$15.00

Restaurant Gift Card

Valid on food, beverage, and merchandise.

Lodge Gift Certificate

Valid on lodging and tax, plus associated room charges.

Beach Towel

$22.00

Merchandise