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Spindleshanks, Kings Beach, CA

Spindleshanks

4.2
4.2
98 Reviews
$30 and under
American
400 Brassie Ave, Kings Beach, CA 96143

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Spindleshanks American Bistro and Wine Bar represents the best of both old and new Lake Tahoe. Opened in 2000 by partners Steve Marks and Harman Schuchmann, the restaurant has become a Tahoe Vista institution in a short amount of time. By offering regional American cuisine and a variety of wines in a casual atmosphere, the pair created a dining experience that caters to both large families and couples seeking a romantic evening.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bistro, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    On-site catering available.
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate your private party and banquet needs for up to 50 people. Please contact us for more information!
  • Neighborhood
    Kings Beach
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Entertainment
    We offer live music almost every week. Please visit our website for a full schedule.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 98 people are saying

Spindleshanks reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

98 Reviews
  1. Imaan

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The waitress was so good and the bartender helped my galfriend for aperfect wine pairing.

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  2. Bill

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a favorite, great food, good service, at a fair price.

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  3. Linda

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spindleshank's is PERFECT. Highly recommended. Great food and many good choices. Prices are very reasonable for the quality. Our waitress was very informative and provided outstanding service. We live here and it is always one of our top (if not top) choice. You will never be disappointed.

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  4. Frank VIP

    San Francisco28 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, we had a really nice evening at this restaurant. The owner Steve has been in the restaurant business for decades and has created a very pleasurable spot to dine in both the winter and out on the deck in the summer.

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  5. Lisa VIP

    Tahoe6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spindleshanks continues to deliver with their commitment to uncommon but delicious dining options. Their outdoor deck offers a great place to dine in warmer weather, while their indoor dining room is welcoming in cooler months. My husband and I were in the Kings Beach area on a 3-day getaway and Spindleshanks was our first fine dining choice. We shared the Ahi Napoleon -- which exceeded expectations with sizable pieces of tender Ahi Tuna and flavor enhancing condiments. I had the Pan Griddled Trout for dinner, which arrived with a Spinach Saute and a soft, wonderfully flavored Potato Pancake. All were delicious. My husband had the Steamed Mussels and Iceberg Wedge Salad, which were terrific. Service was great. We'll be back!

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  6. Masako

    San Francisco1 review

    2.0

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We had dined here 2 years ago, and thought it was decent. This time, it felt like other overpriced restaurants in a touristy area. Some items were alright, but some not so great. In our case, oyster appetizer was so heavily sauced, we couldn’t find the oysters. We enjoyed our spinach salad. Our main course of duck was so tough, we had to chew & spit them out.. yuck. We mentioned it to our main wait staff at the end, and he barely acknowledged our comment. I thought that was odd. Front staff was nice.

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  7. Stephanie

    Seattle1 review

    4.0

    Dined on December 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service were excellent. This restaurant was recommended by our lodging as a kid-friendly option. While they do have a kids menu, the space itself was quite tight, with hot platters of food and drinks coming around the corners often. If you have a toddler that needs to move around from time to time (accompanied by a parent), you might find a different option. We ended up packing up our entree to go. All very tasty, though!

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  8. Rosalie

    Sacramento2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a solid “old Tahoe” decor and menu. The portions were very generous and the waiter was friendly and efficient. This was a perfect place to relax and enjoy.

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  9. Renee

    Los Angeles38 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spindleshanks' never disappoints. Great food, great drinks, great wine selection and great service.

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  10. Korey

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was beyond fantastic! Our waiter was excellent and very attentive.

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FAQs

Spindleshanks offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (530) 546-2191.

Spindleshanks is rated 4.2 stars by 98 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Tahoe / Reno Area
  4. North Lake Tahoe
  5. Kings Beach

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for Spindleshanks

400 Brassie Ave, Kings Beach, CA 96143

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Kings Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bistro, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    We offer live music almost every week. Please visit our website for a full schedule.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    On-site catering available.
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate your private party and banquet needs for up to 50 people. Please contact us for more information!
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