Diners' Choice: Contemporary American restaurants in Tahoe / Reno Area

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Contemporary American cuisine in Tahoe / Reno Area? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Bistro 7

4.7

4.7 (1058)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Reno

About the restaurant

Modern American fare with something for every palate served in a sleek, hip space with a casual, yet sophisticated atmosphere. Innovative cocktails, stellar wine list, fresh, seasonal delicious food. Open for lunch, happy hour and dinner.

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DarcyVIP

Dined on Dec 12, 2024

We had a company lunch. Service was excellent and the menu ofertes something for everyone. Really enjoyed it.

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Popular dish

Steak Frites

David's Grill

4.7

4.7 (214)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Sparks

About the restaurant

Play, Stay and Dine with David’s Grill at Red Hawk Golf and Resort. Our menu features a variety of amazing and delicious entrees for breakfast, lunch and dinner. After a day out on the golf course nothing is more satisfying than relaxing and enjoying a meal with good friends at one of the top golf courses and golf resorts in Reno NV.

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Corey

Dined on Nov 27, 2024

David’s grill is the best! Many of us go there frequently for breakfast meetings, lunch meetings, dinners or spontaneous occasions. The staff and servers are always great and the food is good, too. It’s a great local sitdown restaurant with great atmosphere and people.

The Twisted Fork

4.8

4.8 (1446)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Reno

About the restaurant

At the Twisted Fork we take the traditional and give it a "twist". Eclectic dishes composed with unmatched creativity and flavor served in a casual setting. Fun and funky wines, beers and cocktails are the perfect complement to our Chef’s unique talents. Click on our website link to see the menu. We are a big place but we fill up fast, reserve today and we will save you a seat!

Notating a booth or patio seating for your reservation is a request and can not be guaranteed. We will do our absolute best to accommodate. Our seating of parties are solely based on availability.

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mary louVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Excellent server. Very knowledgeable and attentive. Friendly and warm. Food was excellent. Short rib grilled cheese. Yum!

The Shore Room

4.7

4.7 (896)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Reno

About the restaurant

Offers seasonally fresh and approachable food with flavors and ingredients inspired by the larger Mediterranean area, including North Africa, Southern Europe and hints of Greek flair.

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Leslie

Dined on Dec 12, 2024

Dinner was delicious and the service was excellent

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Popular dish

Seared Flat Iron Steak

Popular dish

TSR Burger

Toulouse

4.6

4.6 (328)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Stateline

About the restaurant

Four Strangers Walk Into A Bar...

30 years ago, four people working in the hospitality industry met in a bar on Toulouse Street in The French Quarter of New Orleans. Over time they became friends and when the first one moved away he stated, "our paths will cross again." Sure enough, over the next three decades, we worked together and apart in cities across the United States, including New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Telluride, Washington DC and of course The Big Easy. In early 2021 an opportunity presented itself and Toulouse was born.

Using local, sustainable ingredients, we produce food with a hint of New Orleans style, in the type of place where tourists feel at home, locals are at home, and everyone is surrounded by family and friends.

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David

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Fast, friendly service. Great atmosphere (typical of mountain area restaurants with close bar televising football far enough away that it wasn't bothersome). Food was served right and came quickly. Would def eat here again and rec to friends.

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4.6

4.6 (2795)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Reno

About the restaurant

Perfectly positioned in the very heart of Reno on the Truckee River, Wild River Grille provides warm, attentive service in a sophisticated but relaxed setting. Inspired by the region’s natural beauty our lush, woodsy interior provides an amazing setting. Or, you can enjoy the fresh air while sitting on Reno's best patio right in the heart of Downtown.

Our skilled culinary team presents seasonal and locally sourced menus featuring Nouveau American cuisine complemented by innovative comfort foods.

WRG offers a varied selection of wines from around the globe, refreshing locally brewed beers, and handcrafted cocktails made from fresh squeezed juices and house liquor infusions.

Wild River Grille offers a group-friendly, spacious interior, full bar,and décor that pays tribute to the city’s heyday.

Lunch and Dinner are served seven days a week starting at 11 am with an amazing Happy Hour served Mon-Fri from 4-6pm

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Madelyn

Dined 4 days ago

Food was amazing, perfectly priced as well. Our waitress was so kind, and our seat was just perfect. Meal proportions were a lot more than I was expecting, and the taste of everything we ordered was to die for

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Popular dish

Wild Mushroom Ravioli

Edgewood Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (3020)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Stateline

About the restaurant

True elegance of an alpine chateau with terraced levels offering every table an amphitheater view of Lake Tahoe and the Sierras most breathtaking vistas. The contemporary menu marries fresh modern cuisine that embraces the season and region. Mere feet from water’s edge, the dining room’s sweeping wooden archways and vaulted ceilings sets the stage for the spectacle of the flamed sunsets as they paint the skies.

Because of the intimate nature of the Edgewood Restaurant, the maximum party size for indoor dining is 6. We also cannot split tables larger than 6. Multiple reservations made by the same party will not be honored.

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James

Dined on Oct 17, 2024

We enjoyed the restaurant and menu. Enjoyed the elk preparation. Great

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Popular dish

Brandt Farms Prime Filet Mignon

River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (1054)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Tahoe City

About the restaurant

Located on the banks of the Truckee River between Truckee and Tahoe City, this rustic old Tahoe lodge has been a Tahoe dining favorite for many, many years. Choose between a cozy table in our Alpine Dining Room or along the river in our River View Dining Room. In the summer, dine on our patio that overlooks the river. Enjoy great food and drink that is creative and interesting while being delicious and familiar. The menu changes seasonally to ensure use of the most available sustainable, fresh ingredients.

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Pam

Dined on Nov 29, 2024

We had reservations for 8pm however showed up half an hour early. The host was super nice and was able to seat us even though it was obviously super busy on Thanksgiving. The waitress was on top of everything! Even got us two rolls heated and warmed up for us! The ambiance of the restaurant was romantic with good mood lightning. The only negative item I would have to mention is the two restrooms were super busy and there was a line of 4 people who had to wait over 10 minutes for the people in the restrooms to open up. Overall, I would definitely return to this restaurant for lunch or dinner!!!

Bar of America

4.6

4.6 (871)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Truckee

About the restaurant

This comfortable Bar and Restaurant in Historic Downtown Truckee welcomes diners with its warm interior and friendly efficient service. The All American menu has a wide range of classic and modern favorites, from sandwiches to steaks and seafood all distinctively paired with an award winning wine list satisfying a broad taste palate at reasonable prices.

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Bibi

Dined on Nov 30, 2024

Excellent service and our dinner and dessert were delicious! Our server was very friendly and attentive. Another great dining experience at Bar of America!

Fumo

4.3

4.3 (183)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Incline Village

About the restaurant

Casual American Fusion restaurant with a cozy cabin feel, patio seating, and bar seats.
Offering breakfast, lunch and dinner with a diverse craft cocktail list.

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Brian

Dined on Nov 9, 2024

We'd only had breakfast at Fumo before this (definitely recommended). Dinner was absolutely fantastic. Brie, or waitress was great fun, and the meals were exceptional. Just a great surprise all around. A great alternate to, and an easy walk from the Hyatt.

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Popular dish

Crab Cakes

Experience

Fumo Outdoor Igloo Dining

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