October 1 - October 31, 2026
Truckee, California
Hosted by Visit Truckee Tahoe
Turn your Truckee getaway into a delicious adventure with four days of local flavors, mountain-town favorites, and memorable dining experiences. From morning coffee and fresh pastries to riverside BBQ, Italian favorites, craft beer, wine tasting, and late-night bites, this itinerary gives you plenty of ways to experience Truckee through its food.
Day 1 | Local Favorites & Mountain Flavors
Start your morning with Italian-style espresso and a fresh pastry at Coffeebar, then head to 1882 Bar & Grill for a riverside lunch featuring BBQ, burgers, and salads.
Spend the afternoon sampling local beers at Alibi Ale Works before enjoying a seasonal dinner at Stella. Finish the evening with a handcrafted cocktail at Truckee Tavern, where you can relax on the patio overlooking downtown.
Day 2 | Sweet & Savory
If you’re visiting on a Friday, start the day with a stop at Sierra Bakehouse for one of its rotating pastries and seasonal treats.
For lunch, grab authentic Mexican favorites at Taco Jaliscos, then settle in for dinner at Pianeta or Great Gold. Choose between cozy, homemade Italian pasta or a modern take on West Coast Italian cuisine.
Save room for dessert at Little Truckee Ice Creamery, where creative housemade flavors make the perfect sweet ending.
Day 3 | Brunch, Wine & Sushi
Begin with brunch at Jax at the Tracks, a beloved retro diner known for hearty comfort-food favorites.
Spend the afternoon with a wine tasting at Uncorked or The Pour House, depending on your preferred atmosphere. Then head to Drunken Monkey for dinner and try one of their creative sushi rolls or their popular Monkey Calamari.
Day 4 | Markets, Music & Local Eats
Ease into your final day with coffee and a pastry from Cornerstone Bakery or Whole Treats, then enjoy a stroll through downtown or along the Legacy Trail.
For lunch, take in the views from Cottonwood Restaurant or visit Moody’s Bistro for locally inspired dishes and a classic Truckee atmosphere.
If you’re visiting during summer, make your way to Truckee Thursdays for an evening of street food, local vendors, craft beer, live music, and art. Finish your culinary adventure at Old Town Tap with wood-fired mushroom pizza, fried cheese curds, or a craft cocktail.
Make It Your Own
The best part of exploring Truckee is that you don’t have to follow the itinerary exactly. Mix and match your favorite stops, swap restaurants based on your schedule, or discover a few new places along the way.
View the full Taste of Truckee itinerary and customize your trip: https://www.visittruckeetahoe.com/explore/itineraries/taste-of-truckee
Details, menus, hours, and seasonal availability can change, so check with each business before visiting.
