Sunshine, live music, a cold drink and a great view; a quintessential Lake Tahoe afternoon starts on the deck. Make a beautiful evening even more fun by spending it at one of these outdoor dinner spots.

GarWoods
A popular spot for boaters and sun-seekers alike, GarWoods always attracts a crowd with its lively deck scene. Hear live music on Friday and Saturday nights from 8-11 p.m., and check out the restaurant’s renowned “Wet Woody Wednesdays” which offer drink specials and ongoing entertainment. Gar Wood’s is open for lunch and dinner and boat valet is available.
Getting there: 5000 North Lake Boulevard, Carnelian Bay, CA. (530) 546-3366

Sunnyside
Sunnyside’s Mountain Grill offers an expansive deck and is consistently a West shore hot spot. Sunnyside opens its summer season with a deck party on Friday, May 23, 2008. There will be live music from 3-6 p.m., and a raffle and silent auction to benefit Sunnyside’s local scholarship fund.
Getting there: 1850 West Lake Boulevard, Tahoe City, CA. (530) 583-7200

Riva Grill
A South Shore staple, Riva Grill houses a beautiful mahogany dining room as well as a large and lively deck and are open for lunch and dinner. Come hear live music on Fridays and Saturdays from 8 – 11 p.m. throughout the summer. Riva Grill is the South Shore’s home to “Wet Woody Wednesdays” and the restaurant will also be celebrating the start of the summer with a deck opening party on Wednesday, June 11th. For an $18 admission fee that benefits Eldorado County Volunteer Search and Rescue, partygoers can feast and anjoy live music.
Getting there: Riva Grill is located in the Ski Run Marina, 900 Ski Run Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA. (530) 542-2600

The Beacon
Enjoy live music on the deck every Thursday through Sunday. The Beacon is renowned for their potent rum runners drink and appetizer specials every Wild Wednesday.
Getting there: Located in the Historic Camp Richardson Resort, on Hwy 89, two miles north of South Lake Tahoe. (530) 541-0630

Fresh Ketch
One of Tahoe’s premier seafood restaurants. Waterfront lawn. Live jazz in the seafood bar. Sushi on weekends.
Getting there: On the water in the Tahoe Keys Marina • 2435 Venice Dr. • So. Lake Tahoe, CA. (530) 541-5683

Chambers Landing Restaurant
Tucked away on Tahoe’s West shore, Chambers Landing has been a favorite romantic hideaway for years. They’re open seasonally for lunch, dinner and brunch, feature southern European cuisine and offer boat parking.
Getting there: 115 Grove Street, Tahoe City, CA. 530-525-7262

Christy Hill
Offering some of the area’s most lauded cuisine, this romantic favorite is perched just above the Tahoe City shoreline, featuring panoramic views from the deck and dining room. Christy Hill serves a “Seasonal California” menu with French-inspired sauces and offers an extensive wine list.
Getting there: 115 Grove Street, Tahoe City, CA. (530) 583-8551

Lone Eagle Grille
Inside the Hyatt Lake Tahoe, off Lakeshore Blvd. in Incline Village, NV, the Lone Eagle Grille is a popular spot for both locals and visitors to see and be seen. In the summer, the Grille extends its service to the pier on the Hyatt Beach and features summer drink specials and boat valet. Ongoing inside the Grille, there’s live music Luke Stevenson, Wednesday through Saturday. 6 - 10 p.m. to accompany lovely sunset views. Eat in the open lodge dining room or on the patio – then take a drink to one of the outside firepits for warm conversation.
Getting there: 111 Country Club Drive, Incline Village, NV 89451 (775) 832-1234

Jakes on the Lake
Jake’s has been a Tahoe institution for 30 years with a beautiful lake location and nautical flair. Throughout the summer, Jake’s will feature live music on Fridays at 8 p.m. They’ll celebrate their 30th anniversary with a party on the weekend of June 6 – 8 and will also be hosting their 15th annual fishing fundraiser Sunday, June 1.
Getting there: 780 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA 96145 (530) 583-0188

Jason’s - Jasons Beachside Grille
Features an outdoor summer bar, deck dining right on the beach and a laid-back gathering spot on the back lawn with live music for special events.
Getting there: 8338 North Lake Blvd. (Hwy 28) Kings Beach, CA 530 546 3315

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