The Lake House Restaurant

We are here off-season in October. They have only been open Thurs-Sun. We went on a Tuesday and we were referred to Open Door Reservations. I mentioned GF and was told everything on the menu other than the crostini is GF. We still told our waitress that we were here because of the GF. Then she told us sadly, the restaurant would only be open through Sunday. They were closing for good. It’s too bad. I had the lobster chowder and DH asked for the Greek salad. We both ordered large portions and switched half-and-half. The lobster chowder was to die for! And to find a gluten-free chowder?! Downside is that they served the chowder with three crostini‘s on the side under the bowl. We sent it back. I ordered roasted duck, and DH got lamb chops. Both were huge servings. His fingerling potatoes were a little under done… Rather a lot under done. They replaced it with Yukon mashed potatoes, which were delicious! We were too full for dessert, which we’re all gluten-free: crème brûlée, tiramisu, a brownie sundae, cheesecake, or gelato… Either vanilla or chocolate.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Absolute 10 out of 10. This is a must visit restaurant! A few items come with bread (which can be subbed for GF), but EVERYTHING ELSE on the menu is GF! We had ceviche, crab cakes, steak, crab legs, and cheesecake! It was all delicious and GF. No reaction. Extremely knowledgeable waiter who was so happy to explain that basically everything is GF.

P.S. Sit outside, it’s really wonderful.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers outdoor seating
• Reservations recommended

Beautiful restaurant, kind and helpful staff, and absolutely AMAZING FOOD! I've found my new favorite restaurant. Everything was cooked to perfection. The majority of the menu is or can be gluten free. 😍🤩😍 Our waitress, Heather, was on top of everything. When I mentioned that my husband and I were splitting an entree, she had it split onto two plate already for us! We had the calamari, crab cakes, chicken marsala, tiramisu, and lemon mascarpone cheesecake 😋 I've never been to a restaurant where I thought everything was fantastic, until now. The chicken was cooked to perfection, it was tender and juicy and I didn't even need the knife to cut it. FYI, if you like a sweeter tiramisu, this one is less sweet but more coffeey, delicious regardless.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Freedom tastes so good here! Our whole family is able to dine! They don’t tout that their menu is 99% GF but it IS! Try the calamari and lobster chowder! The staff, for years, have been knowledgeable. I heard the founder has celiac and even when the business changed hands the menu and cooks did not change. I leave feeling incredibly happy. The sparkling rose from Willamette Valley helps.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

The menu is 99% gluten free, and every dessert is GF. I highly recommend trying the tiramisu - it’s spectacular!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

The food was amazing, our server was incredibly knowledgeable. Almost everything was gluten free, though they still put a note on the order to make sure the kitchen was extra careful. It's the first restaurant I've been able to order dessert at since being diagnosed and the ENTIRE dessert menu was gluten free. Not only did I feel safe, the food was incredibly good.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner

Beautiful restaurant and I was especially thrilled that everything on their menu (except the bread and croutons) are gluten free. I have a severe wheat allergy and was able to enjoy fried calamari!! The risotto and main dishes were delicious. Service, ambience, and food all superb. We’ll be back!

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Most of their menu is gluten free. They also can substitute gluten free bread for a charge. Our server, Clay was very knowledgeable about gluten. They also have gluten free desserts. No gluten free menu though. Food was excellent.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Amazing GF dining experience. The food is spectacular and almost entirely gluten free. Best dinner in Tahoe! Service was excellent. Our son with severe gluten allergies ate calamari, chowder, bread, salad, and filet mignon.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Awesome awesome awesome. Celiac with a wheat allergy and had no issues. The food was out of this world. The atmosphere is relaxing and spot on. Loved it all! Wish we were local and could celebrate special occasions here throughout the year. We will be back!

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Reservations recommended

Unbelievable! Everything was gluten free (even all of the desserts) except the side of bread. Exceptional meal!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Great options and food. They have fried Calamari... amazing. Very safe all kinds of dessert almost everything is GF. Safe been here several times. Enjoy

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

This restaurant is amazing! Almost everything is gluten free except a few items but even those can be swapped for gf alternatives. My husband is celiac and they were so accommodating. The food was delicious, we loved everything and the atmosphere was wonderful.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Gluten free owner and knowledgeable staff

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Delicious gf calamari and crab cakes! Such a treat! Owner is gf and was very helpful as was our waiter Clay. Highly recommend and we will be back! Did not get sick and I’m super sensitive.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Fantastic selections... nearly everything is GF. Had the filet mignon with peppercorn sauce and had no issues. Wonderful!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Favorite place in Tahoe. Food was amazing

Excellent service and the food was amazing! Pretty much everything is gluten free except the breads, croutons and one dessert! Had the filet mignon, Caesar salad without croutons, and added scallops and had the death by chocolate dessert! All was great, my husband and I shared and just paid the plate split fee which got us both a large portion of potatos and asparagus on the side for each. Would definitely go here again when in town!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Almost the entire menu is designed to be gluten free! Great service and staff is very knowledgeable. Delicious calamari too ◡̈

Celiac friendly?

Yes

We have been going here for special nights out since they opened, the service is great and I have never had my food contaminated. The death by chocolate is Amazing!

We just left and it was AWESOME. I have been gluten free for 4 years and I finally had a crab cake!! The service was also amazing! The owner was over several times to help us. When we came in we were greeted by the owners daughter - a fourth grader who was so mature and helpful! The whole experience was memorable and we will be back when we are in the area.

Gluten free crab cakes and calamari!!!!! A+++

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

A majority of the menu is GF! Chef Jimi has created an amazing menu with many GF options and possibly able to modify things that aren't GF from the menu. My family and I went in, all 4 of us are Celiacs. Super excited to find out the calamari was GF and also very delicious. We also had the crab cakes which were also GF! My steak came with a delicious peppercorn sauce, which in many places you have to omit the sauces, not here! The mashed potatoes were delicious as well. For dessert, we shared the creme brûlée and death by chocolate(flourless chocolate cake) dessert, AMAZING!! Happy to say, not one of us was sick after eating here. Our server was very helpful as well. We will definitely be going back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes