Big Water Grille

4.7

1273 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 26, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for scenic views
Romantic

Nestled in the mountains of the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, the Big Water Grille has spectacular panoramic lake views that are among the best around. Our Chefs are impressing diners with his fresh/seasonal menu. Join us for a martini in the lounge, a glass of wine on the deck or a fine dining experience in the dining room. Choose from our craft cocktails or extensive wine list from around the world.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Steak, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(775) 833-0606
Website
http://www.bigwatergrille.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Cello Taddeo / Antonio Duran
Catering
Catering available
Private party facilities
Wine Cellar private dining for up to 18 people. Restaurant buyout options for up to 120 people. Minimums apply.

Location
341 Ski Way, Incline Village, NV 89451
Neighborhood
Incline Village
Cross street
Country Club Dr
Parking details
Ample parking.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

NEW YEAR'S EVE 2024
Dec 31, 2024 only
New Year's Eve 2024 will feature our private party by reservation only. Seating for our 4 course meal will range between 8 - 9:30pm. $125 per person includes the 4 course meal, party favors, champagne toast, dancing and more. We also have an early seating with a 3 course menu with reservations available between 5 - 6:15pm for $85 per person.

Popular dishes

Braised Pork Belly$18.00
parmesan grits, fried onion ring, pan jus
House Smoked Salmon$24.00
caper~dill cream cheese, blueberry coulis, sea salt, crème fraîche
Mixed Greens & Frisée Salad$18.00
cherry tomatoes, pears, fennel, goat cheese, toasted almonds, dark balsamic vinaigrette
Chopped Caesar$16.00
parmesan crisp, lemon zest, garlic croutons
Ahi Tuna Poke*$32.00
sesame~ginger~soy, wasabi crème fraîche, toasted sesame seeds, wonton chips
KFC [Korean Fried Cauliflower]$14.00
house made spicy chili sauce, green onion, sesame seeds
Chef's Soup$14.00

Entrées

Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass*$54.00
forbidden rice pilaf, caramelized plantains, tomatillo salsa
Clam Linguine*$38.00
blistered cherry tomatoes, parmesan, scallions, garlic crostinis, rosé lemon butter
Roasted Eggplant & Quinoa$28.00
roasted red peppers, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, red pepper coulis, grilled lemon
Berkshire Pork Chop*$54.00
roasted sweet potato purée, red cabbage slaw, honey crisp apple chutney
Braised Beef Short Ribs$48.00
acorn squash basmati risotto, crispy shallots, pan jus
Grilled Filet Mignon*$62.00
garlic mashed potatoes, roasted baby carrots, wild mushroom demi glace
Bwg Half-Pound Burger*$28.00
house ground beef served on a brioche bun with fresh cut kennebec fries and bread & butter pickles extra sharp white cheddar cheese, bacon, tomato, caramelized onion, lettuce, herb aioli

Sides

$10 each

Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Rice Pilaf
Roasted Sweet Potato Purée
Sautéed Spinach
Roasted Baby Carrots
Fresh Cut Kennebec Fries

What 1,273 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

North Lake Tahoe
Best Service
North Lake Tahoe
Best Value
North Lake Tahoe
Healthy
North Lake Tahoe
Hot spot
North Lake Tahoe
Great for fine wines
North Lake Tahoe
Romantic
North Lake Tahoe
Great for scenic views
North Lake Tahoe
Good for special occasions
North Lake Tahoe
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Big Water Grille offers a "breathtaking view" and consistently "great food" in a stunning Tahoe setting. Guests praise the "excellent service" and "friendly staff," making it a favorite for special occasions. While some menu items and pacing may vary, the unique ambiance and "amazing cocktails" keep patrons returning.

1,273 Reviews

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Sherry
Pittsburgh
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent! The service was on the slower side, but it was Christmas eve and it was busy. It was very festive. Big Water is a great restaurant .
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Mike
VIP
San Francisco
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food is great. But its not exceptional. However the service ambience and the staff will outshine everything else.
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Tad
VIP
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We come here regularly. We request a window table and Jordan as our server, and we are obliged every time. The food has been getting even better, and Jordan is the best server in the Tahoe Basin. Very pleased with our experience.
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Alex
Tahoe
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Thanksgiving dinner $42a plate. Ran out of most of the side dishes. we were presented 4 plates with turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, and some apple thing as a substitute for lack of cranberries. green bean casserole was absent. Turkey was Luke warm, dry and only one person got white meat. my wife got 3 dried up pieces of dark meat and a big pile of skin underneath to make it look bigger. We had made our reservation in October, and dined at 7:00. Thanksgiving dinner is what you were serving, but it did not seem as though you had prepared enough. We had a salad and a couple of glasses of wine, when the bill came it was $233. The server was trying his best with the lack of food, and working on Thanksgiving, so with tip this meal cost $260. We felt insulted and ripped off on departure. We have been to Big Water Grille on several occasions, including other Thanksgivings, but this was our last. Sad effort.
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Karen
Tahoe
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were very happy to find our neighborhood restaurant open on Thanksgiving Day. The martinis were excellent. We chose the Turkey dinner which was delicious and plentiful. Chris was an exceptional waiter and very attentive.
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Yin
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome experience in the restaurant, offer kids menu, everything is great especially the sea bass and pumpkin cheesecake, stunning! Our waitress is both professional and sweet. GREAT experience!
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Stephen
Sacramento
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant with priceless views and ambiance of the Lake Tahoe region…loved our Thanksgiving dinner there.
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
New York City
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The halibut was so good and the service couldn’t be better.
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twg999
Sacramento
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The wait staff was wonderful. We had a Pumpkin cheesecake with pecan fudge underneath. It was the most delicious dessert we had ever had anywhere.
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OpenTable Diner
Tahoe
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
The food is among the best you’ll find on the lake, but the service falls short. The ambience is good but honestly depends on your seat. Some of the views of the lake are iconic. Considering the price, restaurants like Lone Eagle or Soule Domain offer a much better service experience and competing food quality.
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FAQs

Big Water Grille offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (775) 833-0606.

Big Water Grille is rated 4.7 stars by 1273 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 26, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

341 Ski Way, Incline Village, NV 89451

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Country Club Dr
Neighborhood
Incline Village
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Steak, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Ample parking.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Cello Taddeo / Antonio Duran
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bigwatergrille.com/
Phone number
(775) 833-0606
Catering
Catering available
Private party facilities
Wine Cellar private dining for up to 18 people. Restaurant buyout options for up to 120 people. Minimums apply.

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Big Water Grille

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

33 Tahoe / Reno Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

NEW YEAR'S EVE 2024

Clam Linguine

KFC Korean Fried Cauliflower

Schat's Flourless Chocolate Torte

Starters

Braised Pork Belly$18.00

House Smoked Salmon$24.00

Mixed Greens & Frisée Salad$18.00

Chopped Caesar$16.00

Ahi Tuna Poke*$32.00

KFC [Korean Fried Cauliflower]$14.00

Chef's Soup$14.00

Entrées

Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass*$54.00

Clam Linguine*$38.00

Roasted Eggplant & Quinoa$28.00

Berkshire Pork Chop*$54.00

Braised Beef Short Ribs$48.00

Grilled Filet Mignon*$62.00

Bwg Half-Pound Burger*$28.00

Sides

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Rice Pilaf

Roasted Sweet Potato Purée

Sautéed Spinach

Roasted Baby Carrots

Fresh Cut Kennebec Fries

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Big Water Grille offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Big Water Grille restaurant rated?

Is Big Water Grille currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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