01
Best overall pick
Almanor West Grill
Lake Almanor West Neighborhood • Casual Lakeside Grill And Bar • Go-To Spot Steps From The Fairway And The Water
Community hub for burgers, sandwiches, and a cold drink after a day on the lake.
Set in the heart of the Lake Almanor West community, this grill keeps things friendly and unfussy from lunch through the evening. The menu leans into satisfying basics like burgers, sandwiches, and big salads, along with daily specials that keep regulars checking the board. Golfers, boaters, and year-round residents all seem to mix here, which gives the place a lived-in, local feel rather than a resort gloss.
02
Best lakefront deck
Plumas Pines Bar & Grill
Prattville Lakeside Near The Marina • Resort Bar And Grill With Spacious Outdoor Deck • Top Pick For Lake Views And Sunset Dinners
Classic bar-and-grill plates served with front-row views of Lake Almanor from a busy resort deck.
Perched right on the west shore, Plumas Pines is all about the setting, with a big deck that fills up on warm evenings and busy weekends. The kitchen turns out crowd-pleasing fare, from fish and chips and hearty burgers to steaks and seasonal specials, plus a solid lineup of drinks. In summer, many guests arrive straight from the water, so it has a relaxed, vacation energy and is a smart choice when you want a simple meal with a knockout view.
03
Top date-night choice
Red Onion Grill
Lake Almanor Peninsula – Peninsula Drive • Relaxed Steak And Seafood Restaurant • Best For Lingering Dinners And A Glass Of Wine
Comfortable dining room turning out hearty steaks, seafood, and pasta with a neighborhood feel.
Red Onion Grill sits on the peninsula and draws both locals and visitors looking for something a notch up from bar food without getting too formal. Expect generous plates of steak, ribs, seafood, and pastas, along with appetizers that are easy to share and a wine and cocktail list that suits a slow, unhurried meal. It is an easy recommendation for couples or small groups who want to sit down indoors, talk, and let the evening stretch out.
04
Best for families
Tantardino’s Pizzeria & Pasta
Lake Almanor Peninsula – Ponderosa Drive • Family-Run Pizzeria And Italian Comfort Spot • Go-To Pizza Night Choice For Groups
Generous pizzas and classic pastas make this peninsula standby an easy win after a day outdoors.
A longtime local favorite, Tantardino’s is the sort of place where big pies land in the middle of the table and everyone dives in. The menu sticks to Italian-American comfort food, with build-your-own pizzas, hearty baked pastas, and simple salads that work for both kids and adults. It is casual, often lively in peak season, and ideal when you want something satisfying without overthinking it.
05
Favorite after a round
Bailey Creek Bar & Grill
Bailey Creek Golf Course Near Lake Almanor West • Golf-Course Bar And Grill With Mountain Views • Ideal For Leisurely Lunches And Post-Round Drinks
Comforting pub-style fare served beside the fairways with views of pines and peaks.
Tucked into the Bailey Creek Golf Course, this bar and grill is a natural stop whether or not you have clubs in the car. Burgers, sandwiches, and salads anchor the menu, with daily specials and a full bar that make it as useful for a quick bite as for a relaxed afternoon on the patio. The setting feels distinctly alpine, with tall trees and big skies reminding you how close you are to both the lake and the mountains.