Experts' Choice Award Cottonwood Restaurant
What the experts agree on
Historic ski lodge turned restaurant with nostalgic charm—antique sleds, twinkling lights—serving upscale comfort food. Live music and welcoming vibes make it a reliable Tahoe favorite for a fun night out.
“Perched above town on the site of North America's first chairlift, this restaurant is an institution.”
– Fodor's
Frommer's "Originally a ski lodge built in 1928, this Truckee favorite serves up New American plates in a charming, throwback space featuring antique sleds on the ceiling, twinkling lights, and an outdoor deck overlooking the town." Full review
Zagat4.0
"“Great upscale comfort food”...casual environs and solid service help assure “everybody feels comfortable”, while weekly live music adds to the “fun atmosphere.”" Full review
+1 530-587-5711
10142 Rue Hilltop, Off Brockway Road, 1/4 mi south of downtown, Truckee, CA 96161
