PlumpJack Cafe Olympic Valley

4.4 (703)

$50 and over

American

1920 Squaw Valley Road, Olympic Valley, CA 96146

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PlumpJack Cafe Olympic Valley

4.4

$50 and over

American

Olympic Valley / Squaw Valley

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2 people

9 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Neighbourhood gem
Great for fine wines

PLEASE NOTE: THE RESTAURANT IS CLOSED THROUGH DECEMBER 10th FOR OUR ANNUAL WINTER PREP
PlumpJack Cafe is widely regarded as Lake Tahoe's premier dining destination in the heart of Olympic Valley at the base of Palisades Ski Resort. Fine dining and exceptional wines are in our heritage, and we'd love to share our passion with you on your next visit. We offer the full dining room menu in the restaurant and bar.

PlumpJack Cafe & Bar hours of operation are Thursday-Monday from 4-9pm. The Bar will be open at 4:00pm for drinks & cocktails, followed by our full dinner menu from 5-9pm. Please note that we may be closed on select dates for special events. Please call 530.583.1578 or check plumpjackcafe.com for the most up to date hours.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Californian, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Bar Mon, Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(530) 583-1578
Website
http://www.plumpjackcafe.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Jack Connell
Private party facilities
Celebrate with style at the PlumpJack Inn! Whether you are planning an anniversary, birthday party, shower or family reunion, PlumpJack offers attentive service and personalized planning to create memories that will last a lifetime!

Location
1920 Squaw Valley Road, Olympic Valley, CA 96146
Area
Olympic Valley / Squaw Valley
Cross street
Olympic Valley Road
Parking Details
Parking available in Squaw Valley Resort parking lot adjacent to PlumpJack Cafe & Bar.
Public transport
TART (Tahoe Area Rapid Transit) and TART connect available between 6-11pm on Friday & Saturday nights.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Rustic BreadUSD 6.00
vermont butter, hawaiian volcanic salt
Warm Marinated OlivesUSD 7.00
Curried Ginger Butternut Squash SoupUSD 15.00
green apple honey gremolata
Market SaladUSD 16.00
winter produce, cashews, manchego, golden balsamic vinaigrette
Caesar SaladUSD 18.00
garlic croutons, grana padano parmesan
Pickleback Chicken WingsUSD 21.00
pickles, housemade dipping sauce
Poke ConesUSD 18.00
ponzu vinaigrette, cucumber, green onion
Artisan Cheese PlateUSD 25.00
3 cheeses, mixed nuts, fig jam, clover honey
Mushroom TagliatelleUSD 37.00
roasted delacata squash, baby kale, creamy mushroom sauce, crispy maitake mushrooms
Pan Roasted Norwegian SalmonUSD 49.00
pearl barley, shaved brussel sprout, wild mushroom mix, romesco
Pan Seared Hokkaido ScallopsUSD 47.00
delacata squash, forbidden black rice, yuzu aji amarillo beurre blanc
Southern Fried Game HenUSD 43.00
jalapeno cornbread waffle, braised collard greens, red eye gravy
R&R Meats Wagyu Angus BurgerUSD 28.00
truckee sourdough brioche bun, lettuce, tomato, pickled red onion, housemade pickles, fiscalini cheddar mornay, kennebeck fries
Braised Llano Seco Pork ShankUSD 51.00
dino kale, cannelini beans, parmesan broth
Allen Brothers NY StripUSD 67.00
fondant potatoes, grilled broccoli rabe, butter fried shallots, demi glace

Kid's Menu

Mac & CheeseUSD 12.00
Chicken NuggetsUSD 14.00
mashers, broccoli and/or fries

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at PlumpJack Cafe Olympic Valley.

4.4

(703)

4.3Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Tahoe / Reno Area
Neighbourhood gem
Tahoe / Reno Area
Great for fine wines
Tahoe / Reno Area
Good for special occasions
Tahoe / Reno Area
Lively
North Lake Tahoe
Neighbourhood gem
North Lake Tahoe
Great for fine wines
North Lake Tahoe
Good for special occasions
North Lake Tahoe
Lively

703 Reviews

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Ashley
Tahoe / Reno Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful time at the PlumpJack. The staff were impeccable! Everyone was super friendly
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Caron
San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Let the food and the restaurant we had a business group in town and enjoyed it very much. Thank you so much!
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Joseph Gold
San Francisco Bay Area26 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food served with deft and elegance in a comfortable environment. Our servers were friendly and engaging being intrusive. We’ll visit again!
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Angel
San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a fantastic dining spot at Olympic Valley in Lake Tahoe. The food is truly delicious and mouthwateringly good. The manager stopped by to say hello, and he and his staff were quite welcoming. Since it’s a small restaurant, reservations are recommended, especially on busy weekends. Their wine selection and wine list are outstanding. The restaurant is situated inside the PlumpJack Inn, so staying there offers a complete experience.
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Janet
Philadelphia County15 reviews
2.0
Dined on 5 September 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Overpriced and underseasoned. Very limited menu but perhaps is better in season.
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Bruce
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley6 reviews
2.0
Dined on 4 August 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Service was substandard. Dessert, advertised as chocolate “mouse,” was hard fudge, not edible.
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Jenny
San Francisco Bay Area30 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 July 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Delicious and consistent at every visit. Fine dining in the Sierras.
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Jonathon
San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 June 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
This was our best meal in Tahoe on this trip. Great food and ambience and a realistic corkage policy.
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Lea
San Francisco Bay Area19 reviews
4.0
Dined on 18 April 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter was good. The service was good. The ambience and environment is very nice. The food entrées not good. Homemade bread that you have to pay for was very good. The salad was fantastic. I can’t remember the appetizer. The entrée mushroom tagliatelle, awful just bland, the scallop dish absolutely terrible. I cannot even decide what it was served over some kind of freaky awful rice. The only have like six entrées and this is the best you’ve got?? really? This is the best you can present to the world?? I call this an epic fail on the entrées. really? This is the best you can present to the world??
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John Gold
Pittsburgh / Western PA8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 April 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Unique restaurant with very good wine list and menu
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Californian, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Bar Mon, Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(530) 583-1578
Website
http://www.plumpjackcafe.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Jack Connell
Private party facilities
Celebrate with style at the PlumpJack Inn! Whether you are planning an anniversary, birthday party, shower or family reunion, PlumpJack offers attentive service and personalized planning to create memories that will last a lifetime!

Location
1920 Squaw Valley Road, Olympic Valley, CA 96146
Area
Olympic Valley / Squaw Valley
Cross street
Olympic Valley Road
Parking Details
Parking available in Squaw Valley Resort parking lot adjacent to PlumpJack Cafe & Bar.
Public transport
TART (Tahoe Area Rapid Transit) and TART connect available between 6-11pm on Friday & Saturday nights.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, PlumpJack Cafe Olympic Valley is frequently recommended for date nights and special occasions, pairing a fine‑dining heritage and an impressive wine list with several guests praising anniversary and Valentine’s dinners.

PlumpJack Cafe Olympic Valley is often busy at dinner, guests report tight reservations and being moved to the bar when large parties arrive, while some visits were described as "pretty quiet."

Yes, PlumpJack Cafe Olympic Valley has outdoor space: guests and third‑party accounts mention a charming garden and a back outdoor area used for ceremonies, cocktails, and gatherings.

The Pan Seared Hokkaido Scallops are a recurring favorite at PlumpJack Cafe Olympic Valley, several guests praise the scallop preparations on multiple visits.

PlumpJack Cafe Olympic Valley feels cozy and slightly whimsical yet comfortably upscale, with views of snow and a charming garden; the bar can be livelier while the dining room offers a quieter, homey setting.

Casual dress, comfortable, informal clothing is appropriate for dining at PlumpJack Cafe Olympic Valley.

PlumpJack Cafe Olympic Valley is lovely in the early evening, the bar opens at 4:00 pm for drinks, and guests have found the bar a pleasant, sometimes quieter spot before the full dinner service begins.

PlumpJack Cafe offers a main dining room and an on-site bar area that serves the same menu, plus an outdoor garden/back area that reviewers describe as a pleasant outdoor space.

Yes, PlumpJack Cafe has a dedicated Kid's Menu (Chicken Nuggets and Mac & Cheese), making it an easy choice for families and visits with kids.

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PlumpJack Cafe Olympic Valley

4.4

$50 and over

American

Olympic Valley / Squaw Valley

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2 people

9 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 1 time today

PlumpJack Cafe Olympic Valley

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PlumpJack Cafe Olympic Valley

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Additional information

Cafe & Bar Menu

Rustic BreadUSD 6.00

Warm Marinated OlivesUSD 7.00

Curried Ginger Butternut Squash SoupUSD 15.00

Market SaladUSD 16.00

Caesar SaladUSD 18.00

Pickleback Chicken WingsUSD 21.00

Poke ConesUSD 18.00

Artisan Cheese PlateUSD 25.00

Mushroom TagliatelleUSD 37.00

Pan Roasted Norwegian SalmonUSD 49.00

Pan Seared Hokkaido ScallopsUSD 47.00

Southern Fried Game HenUSD 43.00

R&R Meats Wagyu Angus BurgerUSD 28.00

Braised Llano Seco Pork ShankUSD 51.00

Allen Brothers NY StripUSD 67.00

Kid's Menu

Mac & CheeseUSD 12.00

Chicken NuggetsUSD 14.00

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