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Big Water Grille, Incline Village, NV

Big Water Grille

4.7
4.7
1274 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 16 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.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 16:30–20:30
  • 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
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • NEW YEAR'S EVE 2024

    31 Dec 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.

Menu

Corkage Fee: $25/750ml bottle [$40 if sold on our wine list], $40/magnum ~ $8 split charge on entrées

Starters

  • Braised Pork BellyUSD 18.00

    parmesan grits, fried onion ring, pan jus

    • House Smoked SalmonUSD 24.00

      caper~dill cream cheese, blueberry coulis, sea salt, crème fraîche

      • Mixed Greens & Frisée SaladUSD 18.00

        cherry tomatoes, pears, fennel, goat cheese, toasted almonds, dark balsamic vinaigrette

        • Chopped CaesarUSD 16.00

          parmesan crisp, lemon zest, garlic croutons

          • Ahi Tuna Poke*USD 32.00

            sesame~ginger~soy, wasabi crème fraîche, toasted sesame seeds, wonton chips

            • KFC [Korean Fried Cauliflower]USD 14.00

              house made spicy chili sauce, green onion, sesame seeds

              • Chef's SoupUSD 14.00

                Entrées

                • Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass*USD 54.00

                  forbidden rice pilaf, caramelized plantains, tomatillo salsa

                  • Clam Linguine*USD 38.00

                    blistered cherry tomatoes, parmesan, scallions, garlic crostinis, rosé lemon butter

                    • Roasted Eggplant & QuinoaUSD 28.00

                      roasted red peppers, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, red pepper coulis, grilled lemon

                      • Berkshire Pork Chop*USD 54.00

                        roasted sweet potato purée, red cabbage slaw, honey crisp apple chutney

                        • Braised Beef Short RibsUSD 48.00

                          acorn squash basmati risotto, crispy shallots, pan jus

                          • Grilled Filet Mignon*USD 62.00

                            garlic mashed potatoes, roasted baby carrots, wild mushroom demi glace

                            • Bwg Half-Pound Burger*USD 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

                                          Last updated: 22 December 2024

                                          What 1,274 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
                                          • 4.6Ambience
                                          • 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

                                            Lively

                                          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.

                                          1,274 Reviews

                                          1. Sherry

                                            Pittsburgh

                                            8 reviews

                                            4.0

                                            8 reviews

                                            Dined 4 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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                                          2. Mike

                                            VIP

                                            San Francisco

                                            34 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            34 reviews

                                            Dined 6 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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                                          3. Roland

                                            VIP

                                            San Francisco

                                            8 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            8 reviews

                                            Dined on 16 December 2024

                                            1. Overall 5
                                            2. Food 5
                                            3. Service 5
                                            4. Ambience 4
                                            BWG is always a treat. The food and staff are great. We live in Incline and this is our go to restaurant when we want an upscale night out!

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                                          4. Tad

                                            VIP

                                            San Francisco

                                            8 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            8 reviews

                                            Dined on 10 December 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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                                          5. Alex

                                            Tahoe

                                            1 review

                                            2.0

                                            1 review

                                            Dined on 29 November 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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                                          6. Karen

                                            Tahoe

                                            22 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            22 reviews

                                            Dined on 29 November 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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                                          7. Yin

                                            Los Angeles

                                            2 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            2 reviews

                                            Dined on 29 November 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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                                          8. Stephen

                                            Sacramento

                                            32 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            32 reviews

                                            Dined on 29 November 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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                                          9. OpenTable Diner

                                            VIP

                                            New York City

                                            11 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            11 reviews

                                            Dined on 1 November 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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                                          10. twg999

                                            Sacramento

                                            17 reviews

                                            5.0

                                            17 reviews

                                            Dined on 22 October 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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                                          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 1274 OpenTable diners.

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

                                          Make a booking

                                          2 people
                                          7:00 pm
                                          Booked 16 times today
                                          Experiences are available.

                                          Order delivery or takeout

                                          Google Map for Big Water Grille

                                          341 Ski Way, Incline Village, NV 89451

                                          Dining areas

                                          Additional information

                                          • Cross Street
                                            Country Club Dr
                                          • Area
                                            Incline Village
                                          • Hours of Operation
                                            Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 16:30–20:30
                                          • 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, Takeaway, 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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