Wolfdale's Cuisine Unique

Great restaurant. Delicious food. Beautiful serving of dishes. Excellent service. We really liked it. I recommend.

Surf and turf was perfect. Great chowder, good dumplings. Ambiance is airy with plenty of space between fellow dinners. Amenities are clean and taken care of. Portions leave room for desert and if the service was faster I would have tried that along with a port. We got bored looking at the sweets menu and then impatient. Thankfully we did not have to wait for the check.

The Walrus Boys had an absolute blast at Wolfdales celebrating mom/wifey/aunties birthday. The service was incredible, the food was outstanding, and the ambience was perfect. You will feel at home on their beautiful patio. 10/10

This is one of our favorite restaurants in the world: great food, ambiance, and views of the lake. Alejandro, behind the bar, is truly a professional and takes excellent care of us every time we come in. Additionally, dining at Wolfdale's is a haven for valley residents seeking to escape the summer heat or enjoy a few turns at the numerous ski resorts in the area.

One of the best restaurants in Tahoe City… some tasty and unique flavors with Asian fusion. Good seafood and steak and a wide selection of drinks. Gyoza was our favorite appetizer we had here. Nice atmosphere and decor and outdoor seating with lake views during the summer months. Recommended.

What a fabulous experience! The Ahi Poke Cones were a wonderful starter! The Seafood Chowder was also great? I ordered the Beef Medallions with Elk Sausage. As I tried the sausage, I was already pleased with my choice, then once I tried the beef, it was unquestionably the ideal choice for me. My wife had the Sole and she was also pleased.

Nice restaurant with ample parking in front and the side. I'd say best seats in the house are on the outside patio, on the second floor, to see great views. The bottom outside area is nice also, especially the fireplace table in the corner, underneath trees. Asian fusion, I was impressed by their tempura oysters and poke cones. Entrees were pretty good. Appreciate them accommodating an elderly member in my party who couldn't get up on the high chairs, so they moved us to another table. Waitress was attentive and charming. Nice place to walk on the docks just a few minutes after to burn some calories after a large/ heavy meal.

snuck in on a friday night at 8 and got a table. the food and drinks are lovely - always wish for more than 1 veggie option but the one they had was nice. My partner loves the lobster tempura !

I was very impressed with Wolfdale! My friends and I were celebrating a birthday with a large group of 11 people and the service was fantastic. We even got a free round of shots with dessert! It was the perfect setting for an elevated dinner with actual great food. Everything we ordered was impressive, and we particularly enjoyed the Asian fusion aspect of the dishes. We tried the Thai Seafood Stew, Surf & Turf, Beef Medallion, and Risotto. We also shared the Combo platter, which was excellent. Highly recommend for special occasions or a nice night out when you're in town!

Over played and way over priced for what you receive. The menu is conflicting and congruency is lacking. Great location

This is a Tahoe City gem! There is a lot of seating so a large group can be accommodated but could also be a nice date spot for two (although it does get a bit loud with all the different conversations in the open room). They accept walk-ins but I would suggest making a reservation. If you have the chance to try the baked oysters when they're on special, do it! They make a great appetizer and everyone at my table loved them. The three of us also split the Tomahawk steak. It was cooked perfectly, tender and full of flavor. Along with the other appetizers ordered, it was a filling amount for us. Then one special thing I want to note: we were there for a friend's birthday. We hadn't mentioned anything about it on the reservation or to the waiter. However, he overheard us talking about it and without any prompting he came out with a special birthday dessert. I thought that was going over and above and I really appreciated it.

A good ambiance and great food with a view in Tahoe city. Their cocktails are excellent as well. That's the place where the locals come. It is pricey. Keep in mind, their specials are not always the best thing on the menu. Be sure to ask what they are and make your decision accordingly.

Came here on a weeknight during a trip to Tahoe. We were seated immediately in a cozy area in the back, and our server was very kind and attentive. We started with sashimi and lobster tempura. The sashimi tasted fresh, and the tempura was perfectly crispy. We split the Thai seafood soup as our main. This was super flavorful and not too salty. We really enjoyed the service and ambiance here too!

My wife and I were guests of the Duncan's, longtime Tahoe residents, for Sunday night dinner(Father's Day). It was everything a restaurant should have-great location, delicious food and the most important-wonderful friendly people that provided an epic experience. Don't hesitate to experience Wolfdale's...we can't wait to go back! Good job to all and thank you to our very special friends, the Duncan's!

Wolfdale's is a favorite. The ambiance is great. Amazing drinks, wine and beer selections and food. I highly suggest checking them out.

While the staff was friendly, service was incredibly slow considering we were one of the first customers at 5p. There were not many tables and yet everyone waited considerably between drinks and food. Glass of wine was good. Food came out lukewarm and mildly seasoned. The only item we liked was the tempura lobster appetizer, though not crispy enough. Nice views by the window.

Where do I even begin?! Our server RV was amazing. We came in as a party of 8 and he was very attentive. There was never a dirty plate left on the table. The attention to detail is amazing. The food was even better. There was NOTHING seriously nothing that we ordered that didn't taste amazing. As a group of 8, there were many taste differences but everyone was satisfied. There were no leftovers. Highly recommend the tuna cones and lobster tempura as appetizers. All of their seafood was cooked to perfection. Not one thing was overcooked. Can't wait to come back next time we're in town! Fun fact all the ceramic serving dishes and cups are actually designed by the head chef.

Our group of six had a wonderful dinner here last night. Relaxing environment near the lake! Decent appetizers; the ladies shared some dishes (risotto) and the men shared a huge tomahawk steak. Christina was our server and she was great! Wine list is impressive and they do a good job at wine service. We've been here before, and look forward to coming back!

Wow- Happened to come in randomly tonight and sat at the bar. What a nice treat!!! Tara was fantastic!! She offered the nightly specials, gave the BEST service and great laughs. The food was delicious and perfectly cooked. We will be back very soon!

Such a treat to dine here! A classic! Love the ambience, food, service. Have been three times now, each time great. We will plan to fit it into our schedule every time we are in North Lake Tahoe.

We were visiting Lake Tahoe for the first time to celebrate my birthday and came across this little gem when looking for a cute restaurant to properly end the evening. We were greeted by a friendly face at the front and sat right away and thankfully because we didn't have a reservation. This place seems like the type to need a reservation. Our waiter Arvey (or maybe Harvey - couldn't really hear) was so nice and great at guiding us with our selections). Service was pretty quick but my god the food was amazing! Paella was not too salty but wish it had more shrimp, scallops were not over cooked just the way I like it and that white dollop sauce in the plate - not sure what it was but it made the plate! Oysters were fresh and the salsa it came with was odd but it made the oyster. I wish I lived closer so I can experience this restaurant again but in the outdoor patio area. Definitely a place I recommend if you want a cute date night or just a cute place to celebrate!

If you are looking for fine dinning....this is the place to go! It is on the lake and the menu is mouth watering. We started with Main Lobster Tempura with both a drawn butter or a Thai Chili sauce. Next we had Ahi Tuna Poke Cones, ohhhh my. I have had many an ahi poke, but this was mouth watering. A had the tomato soup which was thick and hearty. My wife had the smoked trout. Amazing. Now was time for the entrees. I had paella with prawns, scallops, lobster, sausage, and spinach, with saffron rice. Amazing. My wife had the Black Cod. She could not rave enough about it. A slight teriyaki sauce, and laid on a bed of Asian slaw. Of course you can't have dinner that decadent without having dessert. My wife had a peach melba, and I the Dark Chocolate Tort. Had to have an espresso martini to finish the night. Wow!!! This is the place to go.

Dining at Wolfdale's was an unparalleled experience. From the moment we walked in, the ambiance set the tone for a memorable evening. The fresh oysters were succulent, and the seafood appetizers were crafted to perfection. The tomahawk ribeye stood out as a masterpiece of culinary excellence, cooked to perfection and bursting with flavor. And just when we thought the meal couldn't get any better, the desserts graced our table, taking our taste buds on a delightful journey. Special shoutout to our server, Austin. His knowledge of the menu, attentive service, and warm demeanor made our dining experience truly special. If you're in Tahoe City and looking for a top-notch dining experience, Wolfdale's is a must-visit.

Highlights: * One of the finest restaurants in North Lake Tahoe * Chef/Owner with 40 years of fine dining experience * A unique menu combining Asian and European fusion with farm to table influences * Homey, casually elegant * Bargain prices for the quality Having travelled to ski areas in Aspen, Vail, Park City, Telluride, Breckenridge and the North East and being serious foodies we were disappointed to learn that the fine dining scene in Lake Tahoe is very limited. However we were excited to fine Wolfdale's which I think will reach or surpass most serious foodie's bars. Chef/Owner Douglas Dale studied in Japan for 20 years before working with a celebrity chef in Boston and then moving here. Tahoe is lucky to have him. Although Dale's motto is "Fresh Food Simply Prepared" it is far more than that. The food is fresh but artistically presented, pleasing to the eye and served in unique china. The "simple" refers to focusing on the main ingredient and only adding as much as is necessary to enhance its flavor, in my opinion. Our visit was in early January, so I am late in my review and my apologies for any lapse in memory. We created our own "tasting" menu from 9 small plates that gave us an appreciation for Dale's talents. Much of the menu has Japanese influences from his many years of experience. We tried the Ahi Poke Cones with wasabi cream, the Hamachi Spoons with guacamole and ponzu, the Ahi and Hamachi Sashimi with Arame, Shoga Ginger and Wasabi, the Nojito I think, a Velvet Squash Soup with water chestnut, the Gem Caesar with white anchovy, the Gyoza Dumplings made with pork, vegetables and creamy ginger dip, the Smoked Trout and ended with the Limoncello Zabaglione with Raspberries, Blackberries and an added scoop of delicious coconut sorbet. Every bit of every dish was on point. And the prices were far, far below anything comparable in Colorado ski areas or any major city. I don't recall the size of the wine list, but there were about 10 wines by the glass ranging from $12-$18, along with cocktails, beers, ciders and sakes. If you are serious foodies in North Lake Tahoe, the restaurants on your Hitlist should be here, Sole Domain and Trokay, with Trokay being far more expensive but excellent. We did not get to try Christy Hill.

I actually really loved everything at this restaurant. Everything we ordered was made almost as well as I could ever imagine. The ahi poke cones were good and the truffle fries with asiago cheese were nicely made, not too greasy. Surprisingly, I absolutely loved the Thai seafood stew, which was hands down delicious and had fall apart forbidden rice in a rich, flavorful broth and seafood (wish there were more than three scallops but overall was still delicious). The dessert was a pleasant surprise. We got the coconut and berry sorbets with toasted coconut and berry sauce. I think this might've been my top 5 favorite sorbets/gelatos of all time. The coconut and berry complemented each other so well. Would recommend this place for a nice dinner out on the lake! Great ambience for a Saturday night.

OH MY. I guess if you live in the mountains and are used to bar food this might seem like an amazing upgrade but do not walk into this restaurant expecting high quality food or unique flavors as their slogan implies. We started with oysters and the salmon spoons. Paying $25 for a half dozen oysters is expected at a nice restaurant, but a platter of goldfish crackers served along side said oysters is not... the salmon spoons were just okay and nothing I'd consider ordering again. Unfortunately the same "unique flavors" appear in every dish. 3 out of the 4 dishes we ordered all shared the same cucumber kimchi, making each dish taste the same. The flavors, quality, and proportions were just not up to par with the price point. Do yourself a favor and just enjoy the bar food scene in Tahoe. The tap house down the street has great and unique bar food options.

Order every single appetizer. then get the tomahawk. Pair with the cilantro cocktail. Best dinner spot in North Lake.

If you want a fancy restaurant with decent prices (for a fancy place), Wolfdales is the place for you! Hamachi spoons appetizer - They had a little bit of avocado with ponzu sauce. Tasty, but not my favorite of the foods. Scallops with polenta, bacon, and edamame - if you love scallops, you'll love this dish. The scallops were cooked perfectly. The bacon was crispy, and the polenta went well with the dish. I've never had polenta before, so I wasn't sure what to expect, but I ended up really liking it! It didn't look like much, but I was pretty satisfied at the end of our meal. S'mores brownie - I loved it! The marshmallow was light and the brownie was a rich, dark chocolate. Drinks: Blue J - everyone liked this drink. It came with frozen grapes which went well with the drink. Not a super strong alcohol flavor. Elevation - I think that's what it was called? It was similar to a strong lemon drop. Everyone said it was too strong for them. If you sit in the back outdoor area, the views of the lake are beautiful!!! Overall, great service and good food!

Had Birthday dinner last night at Wolfdale's. Risotto vegan was awesome. Arugula salad was a perfect starter. Yummy dirty martini. Recognized the waitress, Linda - she has been working there for 31 years. Linda memorizes the whole order. We have been eating there for 30 plus years. One notable item was the earful dress attire of the hostess. When you are an expensive restaurant and you work in the front of the house you are the first person the customer has contact with. Suggestion: Get a mid-calf black skirt that fits vs. a see-through skirt that doesn't fit. Wear a conservative blouse and when the temperature cools down don't wear your coat, rather wear a black sweater. Thrift stores are a good source, you may even find a upscale brand. Otherwise, this is a great spot for special occasions. Be prepared - Pricey.

From the general consensus around this area of Tahoe, Wolfdale's Cuisine Unique seems to be the crowd favorite, so we decided to give it go. It didn't exactly impress nor did it disappoint, pretty mid if you ask me; however, relative to the competition around Tahoe, this restaurant does stand out. Asian fusion was definitely one of the main attractions for us. My standout dishes were the duck breast risotto and the ahi tuna poke cones, everything else was rather forgettable. Considering we only dined in because we won money at the casino, I'm unsure whether I'd pay out of my own pocket to dine here again. Worth trying though, I can't knock it.

The best quality food in the area. Dishes are the perfect size and well presented. Nice ambiance and outdoor seating is available with heat lamps. Service is great and not overbearing. Never disappoint !

Had an amazing tomahawk steak with sides, and amazing oysters and ahi tuna. High quality food with the price to match

Solid meal. We sat in the outside shielded area with heat lamp. MUST GET: We had the tempura scallop and asparagus, which was phenomenal. Highly recommended. Innovative treatment of the scallop. SOLID: Filet mignon was well put together. Tender. Enjoy the sides with it too. Arugula and beet salad - solid. Like the goat cheese and the balance of various flavors in this dish. SKIP: molten chocolate cake - too sweet for my taste

Have celebrated our anniversary there numerous times. Service is great. Food is amazing. Looking forward to another great evening next week for our 49th anniversary. The setting couldn't be better.

My office hosted a dinner here during a retreat in Tahoe earlier this year. Loved the location and the ambience. Got to try a couple of their drinks and wines. For dinner , we were served some asparagus and vegan arancini balls for the table and each person could choose a salad / soup , entree and dessert . I got the Arugula salad without the cheese, a vegan entree which was not on the menu and vegan sorbet not on the menu again. Loved how they took care of all dietary preferences. The service throughout the night was great and we had a fun few hours that night.

Wow! Just wow! I wish I knew about this place sooner. We've been coming to Lake Tahoe for a few years and just found this place as it came highly recommended by a friend. We were able to get reservations and tried it out. It is truly amazingly delicious. Definitely the best in this area. I started with a gin cocktail. Yum! We enjoyed the tuna poke and dumplings as an appetizer. The beet salad was wonderful. The fillet mignon was by far the best I've ever had. We will definitely return here again. Make your reservations now.

My wife and I were looking for a place to celebrate our anniversary and Wolfdales did not disappoint. I had, probably the best I've ever had, Old Fashion before our food came and my wife had the Lemon Drop Martini which was equally impressive. Then our food came and the Beluga Lentils and Scallops were perfectly cooked and delicious. My wife has the Filet and mashed Yukons and she was very impressed. Afterwards, as we were settling up, they brought us a Happy Anniversary Sorbet for two! Cheers Wolfdales! Glad we chose this place.

the interior is very cozy. food is well seasoned and cooked - we got the poke cones (ahi well seasoned), the arugula salad that was fresh and the duck breast that was cooked really well

Outstanding!!! The view, 5 stars! The service, 5 stars! The food......not enough stars!! The smoked trout to start is a must and don't forget to order the fresh baked rolls. Then it was the cod with pineapple salsa and the Asian style short ribs that sealed it!! Is it wrong to lick your plate? This 100% the most special restaurant on the lake! Shout out to Alejandro for the surprise birthday coconut ice cream!!

Heard this place was very good. We got a sitter for the kids and took our friends to dinner. I ordered the filet, my wife the short ribs. Both were covered in the same BBQ sauce. This is the first time I have ever had a filet with BBQ and it was not good. Our friends had the fish, the other had the filet with the same feelings. I don't like to do bad reviews however, this place needs to step it up.

Decided to try Wolfdale's and unfortunately, we were so disappointed. The worst part of the experience were the cocktails. They were absolutely terrible!! Ordered the volcano and the emerald Bahia, both were disgusting. Finally, decided on the on tap sauv blanc which was just ok. Then ordered the tempura lobster, which was actually delicious. For our entree, we shared the short ribs, which they charged a $8 split fee, which was never discussed. It was not great. The mashed potatoes were gritty, the short ribs were just ok. Not worth the $$$ at all. Unfortunately, we will never be coming back again.

Amazing food, great atmosphere with exquisite cuisine!!! This was our first time and we loved it. It will be a regular dining location for us!!

Celebrating a personal WIN and wanted a "Tahoe Unique Experience" -- and Wolfdale's was the place! I made reservations online via their website and it was confirmed within minutes. Great. We headed up to the Lake and took the scenic route - because who can deny the beauty of the Lake. Small parking lot, plenty of on-street parking. Came to the door and they had a Covid setup outside. Hand Sanitizer, masks, spray, what else do you need? Covid Side note: I felt they did a very good job of keeping us safe without being too intrusive on the experience. Now, back to the story. Kathleen greeted us and congratulated me on the WIN - She obviously read the notes in the reservation. A nice touch - a telling beginning to the evening. Large dining room with limited number of tables - and at each table was a group or a couple who were SUPER happy to be out on a Saturday Night and they were all ENJOYING themselves. It was lively, it had an air of celebration, delight. We started with some of their craft cocktails, WD42 (WolfDale's 42 Years Anniversary cocktail) and it was delish! Rye, ginger and lime ... well balanced and served in a great glass. He had the Bahia which was similar to a hand crafted margarita - with a kick. Obviously, their bar program is top notch. We also ordered a bottle of Truckee River Pinot with dinner and it was a wonderful choice. Now - to the food. The restaurant is small and they don't have 150 entree item selection. If that is your interest - try Denny's. They have maybe 8-10 entrees and all of them are great. I imagine their proteins stay the same, or similar and the accompaniments change to match the seasons. Our meals had a very "autumnal" feel to them. We started with the Poke Cones and the Smoked Trout. The trout is from Idaho and they smoke it in house. It is AMAZING. Poke cones - the scent of sesame oil drew me to them - but the flavor was not overpowering - again, well balanced. We shared an Arugula Salad - it was GREAT .. feta, beets, pecans... a great salad. Entrees, we went with the Lamb Shank and the Scallops. Lamb was served with white cannellini beans, parmesan gremolata while the Scallops had a butternut mash with brussels and dry cranberries. See? A very SEASONAL setup. Everything was so delish. The wine worked its magic and we were "well pleased and satisfied". Desserts - warm apple pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and the chocolate mousse pie with raspberries. The raspberries added the right touch to decadent mousse. The apple pie was flaky and warm and not too sweet. The slices of apples still had integrity - weren't mushy. All in all - a wonderful meal. Bob and Kathleen stopped by our table periodically to make sure we were enjoying ourselves. And we were. Already planning our next visit!

Owner has incredible attention to detail! Service and food is exceptional. For those that consume alcohol, the bar is an amazing place to meet old friends and make new ones!

If I could rate my experience above 5 stars I would! Unmatched food, service, and overall experience! My husband and I were celebrating our first anniversary and my Father in Law's birthday with both sets of our parents. There was no problem being seated with a semi-large party, and the staff was very friendly and accommodating. The food was unique, flavorful, and one could say they were works of art! I look forward to being back next time we are in town. Incredible restaurant and well worth the expense!

Really nice / fancy spot in Tahoe City with super great food, decent service and a great location. Super helpful that they changed our reservation from early to prime time during a holiday weekend. I get the feeling that bringing a few kids and not ordering wine made these guys a little less interested in us. That said, the food was great and we had a pretty wide variety of stuff on the menu. Spent nearly $300, so hope they felt the table was worth it. :) Enjoyed the gyoza appetizer as well as the ceviche and smoked trout. The trout was something like trout jerkey and really unique and wonderful. Edamame was a bit spicy, but good. Kids had the pasta which turned out great. The paella was a bit wet, but really good and hearty. Halibut cheeks were awesome. Even the tomato soup was delicious. Nice spot, and definitely would go back.

We called at 7:30 when nowhere else near by would seat us on a beautiful Sunday night. They squeezed us into a table at 8pm. Everything was delicious. Ahi cones were the favorite!

Stopped by during slow season. The kitchen was closing in 15 min so we were seated at the bar. Bar tender was very kind, talkative. There was a small tv with the game on. We ordered quickly, and opted against cocktails. We started with the sushi appetizer and the oysters. I've had better oysters. These didn't seem fresh shucked- no juice?!? So I put cocktail sauce on them. For dinner, I had the scallops which were phenomenal. Perfect portion as I was not that hungry. The tamarind Thai stew was a total let down. Lots of awesome seafood but the sauce was lacking in everything. I wished it to be more like red Thai curry sauce. Needless, we ate everything. The tempura broccoli I was tasty but difficult to dip in that int sauce bowl. Overall, we had a great time with the bartender, learning about the restaurant, it's owners and tHe area. The food is good but not great. The whole area is overpriced but the food seems to be fresh and good quality. Love that it is family owned. Would not recommend eating at the bar because the lip of the bar made eating very difficult. No purse hooked either. However, the restaurant is very nice and cozy, perfect date night spot. Parking is limited in their lot, street parking would be easier.

This was our first time trying this restaurant. Overall, it was very good. When I dine out with my wife and pay north of $200 w/out wine, the bar for the restaurant gets sets fairly high. Customer service - The ladies working the front were very friendly and professional. We very much appreciated that they took our coats at the door to store (very nice for Tahoe in the winter). Our server was attentive and friendly. I'm sorry I did not catch his name for the call out. The highlight of the night for me was my appetizer Ahi Poke Cones. They were delicious and fresh. You don't always get that when you dine a couple hundred miles from the ocean. They were also priced very well for what you received. My wife's highlight of the night was the chocolate lava cake dessert with salted caramel ice cream. My wife and I both had filets. They were good. Most likely USDA Choice. They came with a nice mushroom sauce over the top. I ordered the Surf & Turf version. This was my only disappointment of the night. The lobster appeared to be a slipper tail. After pulling it out of the shell, I can't imagine I had more than 3-4 oz's of meat. This is way too nice of a restaurant to serve that small of a lobster with a Surf & Turf entree. For sure we would go back. This restaurant is perfect for a date night, or when you want to enjoy the higher end dining scene that Lake Tahoe has to offer.

Hubby's surprise birthday dinner for me! He spoils me. ;) Delicious! All the dishes were packed with flavor. We had the: Smoked trout Ahi and Hamachi Sashimi Thai Seafood Stew Seared Scallops over velvety butternut squash sauce, edamame, chives and feta cheese Affogato (espresso shot) over ice cream with brandy Adam our server was friendly, attentive and had great recommendations for dishes based on our liking. Definitely looking forward to coming back.

Amazing, memorable meal. Great service; super attentive and professional. We had the lobster tempura appetizer and then halibut and a braised bison short rib mains. The lobster flavor came thru, plus the melted butter seemed to carry a hint of rosemary, divine. The halibut was perfectly cooked. Moist, tender and fatty. The bison ribs fell off the bone. The sauce reminded me of a Czech goulash but a little more tangy, like a hint of KC BBQ under there. Paired with a delic chard for the appetizer and halibut and a 2017 Joel Gott cab for the bison. Exceptional wines by the glass. No room for dessert. Solid A+ dining experience. And we were seated at the bar with a sliver of a view (last minute reservation). The view from the main dining would have been exquisite.

By far the best dining experience we had in Tahoe city when visiting last month. The hostess was very nice and squeezed us in at the bar. They did a great job with adequately ensuring social distancing. The food was all good, as were the drinks. The bartender was friendly and we enjoyed chatting with him. All in all an enjoyable experience :)

Had the most delicious dinner at the bar. Bartender was awesome and super friendly. Bay Scallops are incredible

Unfortunately dissatisfied with our valentine dinner. The seafood stew didn't have any flavor with rubbery shrimp and undercooked rice... 2 out of 6 oysters didn't have much meat...arrived with a side of goldfish crackers??? The dining experience was close to other tables and uncomfortable seats. The server didn't ask how we enjoyed our entrees or experience... when I go to a fine dining restaurant I am paying for the experience and flavorful food. Do not recommend, I also never write reviews aka this was a terrible experience!

I'm sorry, but there was definitely a disconnect in my mind between a place called "Wolfdale's" and "asian fusion." However, it all got reconnected after a great dinner last week. First, atmosphere and service was up to par with expectations -- let's just get that out of the way. Highlights for me were the poke cones and dumpling appetizers, and my fusion halibut entree. All fantastic. Wines were on point as well.

Always good last night was Outstanding! Had PNW Oysters they were fresh and plump had squash soup another winner and Pork shank Wow! And of course the coconut and dark chocolate sorbet! WOW!

This is absolutely the very best fine dining restaurant in all of Lake Tahoe. The chef, Douglas Dale, is incredible and is always changing up the menu and adding new items that are even better than the ones before somehow! I always start off with their oysters and their truffle fries as well as their ahi pokey cones. Those items are my favorites! I do also love their salads! And I always order an entrée that I haven't tried before and I have always been happy with my selection! Their sashimi plate is also excellent. Their drinks are fantastic. Best martinis in all of Tahoe! The bartenders and servers are classy and very respectful. Excellent dining environment for business meetings or intimate gatherings. I'll always be coming back to Wolfdales again!

I was told by MULTIPLE people that I MUST eat at this restaurant during my trip to Tahoe. How could I pass it up? Arrived on time for our 6pm rezzie and waited to be seated (outside). We were seated in the lower level with tables spaced VERY far apart. (I might note, I think they could add a few more tables and still be able to maintain a safe distance, but I digress). After about 5 minutes, we were served water and waited for our server. We waited. And waited. It was atleast 15 minutes before she appeared. Not a good start to the meal... The menu is eclectic. A great deal of Asian fusion, but also some pasta dishes. After ordering a bottle of wine and a $10, 3-sip mocktail, we waited again to order food. I had the sashimi appetizer and the bento box. Quite frankly, nothing else really appealed to me. My husband had the tomato salad and the steak. The chocolate mousse was for dessert. Did I mention they charge for a roll of bread? Dry, tasteless, boring bread. All in all, the food was decent, but not great. The service definitely affected my rating, but for a $350 dinner, I expected ALOT more.