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Riva Grill

4.3 (5351)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
900 Ski Run Blvd, Suite 3, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

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Riva Grill

4.3
$50 and over
Contemporary American
South Shore

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 63 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for creative cocktails
Home of the Wet Woody ® and storybook sunsets, Riva Grill is Tahoe South’s premier lake front restaurant located in the Ski Run Marina. The 3,000 square foot deck overlooking Lake Tahoe comfortably seats 200 guests and is a dining experience that is second to none. Floor to ceiling windows in the two-story restaurant provide an equally epic view of the Sierras and Lake. Since 1998, visitors and locals alike have flocked to Riva for the best food and service in town. Try the bacon-wrapped filet and scampi with Point Reyes Bleu Cheese butter, the renown grilled or blackened fish tacos with apple-jicama slaw and micro cilantro or any of their home made wood fired pizzas, to name just a few. Additionally, a visit to Riva Grill would not be complete without trying their world famous Wet Woody ® signature cocktail. The rum and fruit juice blended drink will leave you with cold hands and a warm heart and certainly wanting one more.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (530) 542-2600
  • Website
    http://www.rivagrill.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef - Doug Bussiere
  • Private party facilities
    Private party space available for groups of 20 guests up to 600 guests. Riva Grill is available to close for private functions. Call for details.
  • Location
    900 Ski Run Blvd, Suite 3, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
  • Area
    South Shore
  • Cross street
    Hwy. 50
  • Parking Details
    There is always plenty of parking available at Riva Grill. Complimentary valet parking is provided, lunch and dinner, seven days a week during the summer season. Additional parking is accessible in the lot adjacent to Riva Grill where the first 90 minutes of parking is complimentary.
  • Public transport
    Riva Grill is centrally located in South Lake Tahoe where Ski Run Blvd. meets Lake Tahoe. We are one mile west of the Heavenly Gondola; on the south side of highway 50, and a quick ride by taxi cab, Blue Go transit or bicycle. Many folks choose to walk here on warm summer evenings and return by taxi. Plenty of bicycle and kayak parking available.
  • Entertainment
    Live acoustic music every weekend with your favorites from the 70's, 80's, 90's and today; Fridays and Saturdays 8:00pm to 11:00pm. Ladies are welcome to dance on the bar...but you have to take your shoes off first!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Thanksgiving Dinner

    USD 79.00 per person

    1 - 8 people

    28 Sept 2026 - 26 Nov 2026
    Celebrate Thanksgiving in style with an unforgettable lakeside dining experience. Savor a Traditional Feast Menu, thoughtfully crafted as a three-course culinary journey, paired with breathtaking Lake views. $79 per adult | $37 per child (ages 5+) Menu can be found on the home page of our website. Indulge in an evening of gratitude, fine flavors, and timeless memories. Reserve your table today — limited seating available.
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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Riva Grill.

4.3

4.3
(5351)
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Hot spot

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Most Booked

  • South Lake Tahoe

    Best Ambience

  • South Lake Tahoe

    Good for groups

  • South Lake Tahoe

    Hot spot

  • South Lake Tahoe

    Great for outdoor dining

  • South Lake Tahoe

    Great for scenic views

  • South Lake Tahoe

    Lively

  • South Lake Tahoe

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Riva Grill boasts "perfect setting" and "great ambience" with breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe. Diners appreciate "excellent food and service" and "wonderful views," making it ideal for special occasions. While the menu can be pricey, the "succulent prime rib" and "delicious cocktails" are highlights. Reservations recommended.
5,351 Reviews

  1. James

    Las Vegas57 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great views and unique foods. Great service and friendly.

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  2. Penny

    Tahoe / Reno Area8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great experience-excellent food , service , & a view of Lake Tahoe ! Truly heavenly 😎

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  3. mike

    California Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 17 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service. 5 Star. Jorge, our waiter, represented class and professionalism. Great job Riva Grill!

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  4. Patrick

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were seated immediately and our server, Abbie, came shortly to take our drink orders. She was conscientious and personable, making sure often we had what we needed. The food was delicious and the patio table was just perfect. We will come here again.

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  5. Paul

    Yorkshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 13 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Riva covered all the bases. Perfect setting. Great ambience. Great food and great staff. All added up to a great afternoon.

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  6. Greg Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress in the bar was wonderful, helpful and kind to older people.

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  7. Tucker Gold

    Little Rock38 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 11 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Riva has a great view of the lake. We dined outdoors and it was a bit chilly. They have outdoor heaters but a couple of them were not working. I had the prime rib which is only offered on the weekends. The portion size was huge and I took more than half home. The garlic cheese bread was not that great, especially for the price. However, the lobster bisque was excellent. Overall a very good meal. The service was a bit slow but we were not in any hurry. My wife had the shrimp and filet and wound up taking her steak home. It was definitely at least the 7 oz that was advertised.

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  8. Debbie Gold

    Phoenix / Arizona15 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 9 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere was nice and the view from the outside patio was nice. service great. unfortunately we had the meatloaf which was undercooked and led to my husband getting sick

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  9. Betsy

    Greater Boston13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat out on the deck and were served by a wonderful waitress - friendly and helpful. The food was good though my halibut was a bit over cooked but tasty. My husband had two appetizers - crab cakes and coconut shrimp. He said they were both good. It’s a bit pricey but again, the view was nice, the food was tasty and the service was good.

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  10. chuck

    Philadelphia County19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The waiter service was exceptional, he provided insights when asked, the food was served promptly, he stopped by shortly after serving us to confirm that we were satisfied with our meals, and he allowed us to enjoy our meals and the beautiful view! The food was exceptional! Our bill was less than $100 per person (including a 20% tip) and this bill included each of us (8 in our party) having a drink!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (530) 542-2600
  • Website
    http://www.rivagrill.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef - Doug Bussiere
  • Private party facilities
    Private party space available for groups of 20 guests up to 600 guests. Riva Grill is available to close for private functions. Call for details.
  • Location
    900 Ski Run Blvd, Suite 3, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
  • Area
    South Shore
  • Cross street
    Hwy. 50
  • Parking Details
    There is always plenty of parking available at Riva Grill. Complimentary valet parking is provided, lunch and dinner, seven days a week during the summer season. Additional parking is accessible in the lot adjacent to Riva Grill where the first 90 minutes of parking is complimentary.
  • Public transport
    Riva Grill is centrally located in South Lake Tahoe where Ski Run Blvd. meets Lake Tahoe. We are one mile west of the Heavenly Gondola; on the south side of highway 50, and a quick ride by taxi cab, Blue Go transit or bicycle. Many folks choose to walk here on warm summer evenings and return by taxi. Plenty of bicycle and kayak parking available.
  • Entertainment
    Live acoustic music every weekend with your favorites from the 70's, 80's, 90's and today; Fridays and Saturdays 8:00pm to 11:00pm. Ladies are welcome to dance on the bar...but you have to take your shoes off first!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Tahoe / Reno Area
  4. South Lake Tahoe
  5. South Shore

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A photo of Riva Grill restaurant

Riva Grill

4.3
$50 and over
Contemporary American
South Shore

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 63 times today
Experiences are available.
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