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Christy Hill, Tahoe City, CA

Christy Hill

4.8
4.8
1772 Reviews
$50 and over
Californian
**WE ASK DURING THESE TIMES TO WEAR YOUR MASK UPON ARRIVAL AND WHILE NOT SEATED AT YOUR TABLE. BE AWARE DUE TO LIMITED SEATING HOW MUCH TIME YOU SPEND WITH US {please try not to linger} AND PRACTICE SOCIAL DISTANCING.**

Please make note that a standard reservation is for indoor seating.

A memorable dining experience awaits you as you enter the Christy Hill Restaurant in the center of Tahoe City. The restaurant sits just 100 feet above 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" by the San Francisco Chronicle.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 28 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Californian, Mediterranean, French

  • Hours of Operation

    Dinner Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (530) 583-8551

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Andrew Shimer

  • 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

Popular dishes

What 1,772 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

NoiseModerate

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

    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

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  1. JimmyM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dinner and dessert was delicious and the service was amazing!
  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Pre wedding dinner
  3. SandraW

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall2food2service1ambience3
    The hostess was absolutely adorable We waited forever to have someone take our order and then the entree was served before the appetizers. Not a relaxing ambiance. Too loud It's a shame because the view was absolutely amazing.
  4. Laravonmerk

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    The food certainly was very good. The lake view as well. I catched one of the waiters making a comment about us to a colleague with a dumb smile in our direction und found that pretty unprofessional and it changed my level of comfort at that point. Not sure if I would visit again. Also, since its Lake Tahoe - of course overpriced but we expected that.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great experience! We love this place and can’t wait to go back. Our food was cooked perfectly and the service was amazing. The location and view of the lake is stunning.
  6. TVPRKV

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our favorite dining destinations on Tahoe north shore. Wonderful selection of delicious entrees and small plates, always delighted with our meal and the wine selection. Staff is fantastic, they are knowledgeable and fun. Of course the views of the lake are spectacular, regardless of the weather or season. Look forward to the 'beach bar' opening this summer!
  7. MelissaJ

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Christy Hill is our favorite place to eat in North Lake Tahoe! It is a fabulous place to go for a special occasion, if not for any occasion! The menu has something for everyone and the views of the lake are spectacular. The service is top notch too!
  8. DennisD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff was very excellent. All tables look out to the lake. There was really no waiting for our drinks, appetizers or meals. The food was excellent. We had the duck.
  9. SandyB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Beautiful view, great food, great service! Highly recommend!
  10. BarbaraB

    Sacramento

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this amazing restaurant !! It’s our go to. The newer chef is really creating some great dishes. The Halibut was magnificent
  11. FoodieinMaui

    Hawaii

    82 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    82 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always excellent food! The view is absolutely the best ON the lake!! Service is impeccable! The short ribs are amazing - get the polenta with it. It’s the best place on the lake to eat - we think!!
  12. JoeDine

    San Francisco

    127 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    127 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Christy Hill is our go to place to dine every time we the North Shore of Lake Tahoe. It never fails to impress. The food is great. The service is awesome, especially Anthony. And the view is incredible. It is a must to place to dine in Tahoe City.
  13. Inks

    New England

    31 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience5
    Expensive and food was okay, not delicious. View of Lake Tahoe , however, is the main reason for eating there.
  14. S2014

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Hot, stuffy, and extremely noisy. No windows to open - they should invest in fans or turn on the AC!
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Tahoe

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant is so special to us! From family get togethers to engagement dinners, this spot never ceases to amaze us! The staff is wonderful and always remembers us and there’s not a bad seat in the entire house!
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Tahoe

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We just love coming here! Food, service, views are all fantastic!
  17. MikeB

    Sacramento

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding meal. Great quality ingredients, nice wines, great service
  18. Bret

    Los Angeles

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    If you want a delightfully enjoyable dining experience with a beautiful view of Lake Tahoe, you must try Christy Hill. It has an ample wine list of both California and French wines, a great menu, and an accommodating and attentive wait staff. The chef comes from the West Side and is talented and friendly, coming to our table personally to deliver our delicious dessert. We have been to Christy Hill a number of times now and every time is not a disappointment. I tried a new dish on the menu - scallops - and the flavors were wonderful.
  19. Hankster

    San Francisco

    70 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Poke, brussel sprouts were the best ever. The black cob needs more flavor.
  20. PamH

    Tahoe

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    I really miss having a full bar and allowing two people to sit by the window.
  21. NaseerR

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had great time. Outstanding food and service. Views of lake were amazing.
  22. Hankster

    San Francisco

    70 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    New menu very creative. Loved the Poke. The Cod was great, the crab cakes were great. Service and view terrific as always.
  23. Rita

    Tahoe

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a pleasure to receive excellent food brought out by the knowledgeable cook/chef’s assistant. And a very professional yet fun waiter managing everything. Thank you.
  24. Paul

    San Francisco

    105 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    105 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Christy Hill is one of our favorite restaurants ANYWHERE! The food is fantastic; the wine selection simply excellent; and the service is superb. Highly recommended
  25. DavidH

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best meals our group had ever eaten. Appetizers, entrees, desserts were all exceptionally good. Good wine list. Attentive and knowledgeable staff. Absolutely beautiful views overlooking Lake Tahoe. A memorable eating experience. Highly recommended. Our daughter and son in law ate at CH the previous week and they also had an exceptional experience.
  26. JoshD

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and food. Truly a rare and unique experience!
  27. SFCha2

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious dinner with excellent views of Lake Tahoe. Service was attentive, and it was our favorite meal this trip. Highly recommend the Brussels sprouts/duck, hamachi poke, & gnocchi small plates to share. The black cod was excellent. They even had a special dessert for my daughter’s birthday. Still one of our favorite places to celebrate.
  28. PhilH

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic view of Lake Tahoe (plus a full moon). Everything we had was delicious and beautifully presented along with great service.
  29. Yummmy

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall3food1service1ambience3
    Inattentive wait staff. Scallops were not at all good…
  30. hmmn

    Minneapolis

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food and excellent service. Overall great experience!
  31. Robby

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved Christy Hill. The service was attentive, informative, and welcoming. Everything we ate was spectacular. The chocolate orange bread pudding was perfect - an absolute must. I would recommend trying to get a reservation before sunset to take in views of the lake. .
  32. WilliamS

    Tahoe

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Lovely restaurant for a nice dinner. A little noisy but worth the view! Service excellent ! Had special offering dinner very nice and great wine selection. My favorite spot.
  33. Gordon

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food! Excellent service! Wonderful view and ambience!
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always make a point to enjoy Christy Hill when in Tahoe. A very relaxed and friendly environment with truly some of the best food anywhere. The signature lamb dish is outstanding. We will be back next time we are in town.
  35. Avon

    Tahoe

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The new chef is a welcome addition with some great new menu choices and some old favorites. We had a nice birthday celebration made even better by JB's presence at our table.
  36. Foodie23

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall3food1service5ambience5
    The food is clearly not as good since new chef/staff came in. Dishes are confused and have no direction — to many things on the plate that don’t go together
  37. Chiebear

    New York Area

    29 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Christy Hill is a Tahoe tradition. It is fine dining on the lake and the view exceeds the food (but not by much). Various dishes with something for everyone. Only real critique is that the menu does not change, no specials anytime I've eaten there and no hard liquor. But the overall presentation, food quality and service are top rate. Definitely at the top of the Tahoe food chain. In a big city it would be a bit below the top ranked.
  38. dennism

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tasting Menu was a fabulous meal Great service Gorgeous lake view A 10
  39. JoeH

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious dinner as always, with amazing views
  40. Steviecj

    Tahoe

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service was outstanding. You need a reservation bc it's not very big. The Moroccan lamb was exceptional. Duck duet also quite nice. Black cod good too. Wait staff is absolutely professional. Efficient but friendly with a dry sense of humor. We were pleasantly surprised, and will return.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Christy Hill is rated 4.8 stars by 1772 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 28 times today
Google Map for Christy Hill

115 Grove Street, Tahoe City, CA 96145

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood

    Tahoe City

  • Hours of Operation

    Dinner Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • 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

    Andrew Shimer

  • 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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