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Ceremony
$750 starting price
Ceremony
$629 starting price
These prices are available for the months of May through September. These prices are available for the months of October through April.

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Amenities

About

Since 1988 Gar Woods Grill & Pier has been the premier North Lake Tahoe waterfront dining destination. Ideally situated on the shore of Lake Tahoe in beautiful Carnelian Bay, Gar Woods showcases the nostalgic ambiance of Tahoe’s classic wooden boat era. Our waterfront location offers sweeping vistas of the lake and surrounding mountains, providing an unparalleled setting for a spectacular event on the lake. Gar Woods is an upscale casual restaurant with a 'fun in the sun' atmosphere. Our chef has created a menu highlighting California cuisine, hand cut steaks and fresh Pacific seafood. Lake Tahoe sunsets are our specialty.

Our beautiful view, outstanding food, and central location make Gar Woods one of the finest banquet facilities on Lake Tahoe. The easily accessible long pier offers great possibilities for those wanting to make a dramatic entrance or exit by boat. Upstairs, private dining rooms can accommodate groups of up to 160. With floor to ceiling windows, lake view balcony, and an “Old Tahoe” feeling with exposed beam ceilings and hickory chairs, our private dining rooms are hard to beat. For groups larger than 150, our coveted amenity, the deck may also be reserved along with the entire restaurant for your special event.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$750

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$629

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
October
November
December
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Reviews of Gar Woods Grill & Pier

5.0 out of 5 rating
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14 Reviews
99% recommend it
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  • Flexibility
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Amber V. Sent on 01/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect venue

The staff at Gar Woods is beyond top notch. They made sure every detail was perfect. The venue itself is stunning, the food is to die for and the service is the best you'll ever receive. Our wedding was last June and our guest still talk about the food being the best wedding food they have ever had. Could not recommend Gar Woods more!
Christy
Christy M. Sent on 12/21/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Wow! My wedding was picture perfect!

The view was breath taking, and the staff were amazing!
Lauren
Lauren Sent on 08/31/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Have your wedding at Gar Woods!

Have your wedding at Gar Woods! They were absolutely amazing every step of the way and we could not have asked for a better venue.

We had the ceremony out on the “Gar Woods Green” lawn in front of the lake. The rocks were a beautiful, natural “altar area” against the lake backdrop. Gar Woods provided and set up white chairs for the ceremony that worked perfectly.

For the reception, our guests couldn’t stop talking about the view or the food! We loved that everyone was able to order off a select menu of our choosing. The floor to ceiling windows, wood chairs, and wood beam interior remind you that you are in Tahoe and create a classic old lake feel.

Every step of the way, Maia and Amy were accommodating and so easy to work with. We had so many questions, and they were prompt and kind in their answers- and more often than not anticipated the next questions to come and answered those too!

A final note that sealed our love for them- we have always wanted grilled cheese late night snacks. Gar Woods was able to arrange this, and surprised us the night of with two different varieties that included sourdough, rye, Gouda, and Stilton blueberry cheese that guests absolutely loved!!! Every single one was eaten.

Gar Woods went above and beyond in every way, and our wedding was perfect because of it.
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Awards

14

Professional Network & Endorsements

7 Endorsements
Epik Weddings and Events Epik Weddings and Events Wedding Photographers

If you are planning a Tahoe wedding and want spectacular views of the late with a world class staff, this is the place to have your wedding. Even coming here as a patron for dinner, I always have a fantastic experience. They have a room upstairs that is separate from the rest of the restaurant to give you the privacy you need without taking away from the stunning view of the late in their huge windows. Being a wedding DJ in the industry for over 17 years, I am always excited when I find that this is the venue.

Celtic Harp Music by Anne Roos Celtic Harp Music by Anne Roos Wedding Musicians

I love performing at Gar Woods! What a beautiful on-th-Lake wedding venue in gorgeous North Tahoe. Trust their expert staff for a perfect wedding day!

Reverend Mark E. Frady Reverend Mark E. Frady Wedding Officiants

Gar Woods Grill and Pier is right on the beach at Carnelian Bay, (North) Lake Tahoe, and is a beautiful location for a wedding, followed by your reception on the second floor. Amy and her staff do an outstanding job of taking care of every need, with a snap of the finger and pleasant personalities. Amy herself...well, I can't say enough about her. I love knowing that I will be officiating at Gar Woods, mainly because of Amy. She always makes me feel like I am special...and she does the same with everyone!

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Gar Woods Grill & Pier frequently asked questions

The space offered by Gar Woods Grill & Pier for wedding events is known for:
  • Restaurant
Gar Woods Grill & Pier offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Gar Woods Grill & Pier offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Gar Woods Grill & Pier offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Gar Woods Grill & Pier offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Gar Woods Grill & Pier is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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