FROM THE KITCHEN

At Cold Water Brewery & Grill, we believe great food should feel both familiar and memorable. Our kitchen is inspired by California cuisine with thoughtful flavors, seasonal influences, and dishes designed to pair seamlessly with our house-brewed beer and handcrafted cocktails.

From perfecting comfort food classics to creating fresh takes inspired by the season, our culinary team focuses on balance, quality, and approachability. Whether you’re here for a burger and a pint, fish tacos after a day on the lake, or cocktails shared with friends, our goal is to create an experience that feels welcoming, delicious, and uniquely Cold Water.

As a locally owned gathering place in South Lake Tahoe, we’re proud to bring together great food, great drinks, and even better company.

MENU

STARTERS

AHI POKE 18 | Ahi Tuna, Poke Sauce, Sesame Seeds, Scallions, Avocado Cream, Spicy Mayo & Housemade Tortilla Chips

ELOTE DIP 17 | Sweet Corn, Green Chiles, Jalapeños, Cream Cheese, Cotija & Housemade Tortilla Chips

CRISPY GREEN BEANS 14 | Crispy Green Beans Served with Garlic Aioli

BAVARIAN PRETZEL 17 | Large Soft Pretzel & House Beer Cheese

JUMBO WINGS 21 | Buffalo, BBQ or House Dry Rub

NACHOS 17 | Housemade Tortilla Chips, House Beer Cheese, Pico de Gallo, Black Beans, Avocado Cream | Add Chicken 8 | Steak 10

CHILI FRIES 13 | Crispy Fries Topped with Housemade Chili, Beer Cheese & Chives

TRUFFLE FRIES 13 | Truffle Oil, Parmesan, Parsley, Garlic Aioli

Basket of buffalo chicken wings garnished with green onions, served with celery sticks, a side of ranch dressing, a glass of light-colored beer, and a small container of dipping sauce on newspaper-lined basket.

GARDEN

SEASONAL SALAD Full 16 | Side 9
Mixed Greens, Strawberries, Cucumber, Feta, Toasted Almonds & Honey Balsamic Dressing

CW RUSTIC COBB Full 22 | Side 12
Romaine, Blue Cheese Crumble, Red Onion, Cherry Tomatoes, Bacon, Chicken, Egg & Ranch

MEDITERRANEAN BOWL 26
Pearled Couscous & Quinoa with Roasted Onion, Bell Peppers, Cherry Tomatoes, Zucchini, Mushrooms Topped with Falafel, Feta, Scallions, and Balsamic Glaze

CLASSICCAESAR Full 16 | Side 9
Romaine, Parmesan, Croutons & Caesar Dressing

CW HOUSE SALAD Full 16 | Side 9
Mixed Greens, Carrots, Tomato, Red Onion, Cucumbers, Croutons & Swiss Chalet Dressing

FAVORITES

CW BURGER 22

1/2 lb Angus Beef Patty, American Cheese, LTO, Rooster Aioli on Brioche Bun. Served with Fries or Coleslaw. Add Avocado 4 | Bacon 3

MUSHROOM BURGER 25

1/2 lb Angus Beef Patty, Gruyere, Sauteed Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions, Arugula, Garlic Aioli on Brioche Bun. Served with Fries or Coleslaw

FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH 23

Battered Chicken Breast, Provolone, Bacon, Pickles, Slaw, Rooster Aioli, Hot Chili Honey on Brioche Bun. Served with Fries or Coleslaw

REUBEN SANDWICH 23

Corned Beef, Swiss Cheese, Russian Dressing, Sauerkraut & Rye Bread Served with Fries or Coleslaw

FOUR CHEESE MAC 18

Creamy Four Cheese, Pasta, Breadcrumb Gremolata
Add Chicken 8 | Bacon 4 | Seasonal Veggies 5

MISO RAMEN 24

Ramen Noodles, Miso Broth, Cabbage, Carrots, Mushrooms, Green Onion & Egg
Add Chicken 8 | Pork Belly 9

Bowl of ramen with sliced mushrooms, shredded purple cabbage, chopped green onions, shredded carrots, half a soft-boiled egg, and sheets of seaweed, placed on a white plate with a black napkin underneath, with a glass of beer in the background on a dark wooden table.
Cheddar cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, onion, bacon, and hamburger patty served with French fries on a white plate in a restaurant setting.

LAND & SEA

STEAK & FRITES MP

Grilled Steak, Truffle Fries & Chimichurri

CW SALMON 32

Pan Seared Salmon, Quinoa, Arugula, Cherry Tomato & Balsamic Glaze

AHI POKE BOWL 22

Ahi Tuna, Poke Sauce, Jasmine Rice, Cucumbers, Edamame, Carrots, Sesame Seeds, Scallions, Spicy Mayo & Avocado Cream

FISH AND CHIPS 26

Alaskan Cod, House Beer Batter, Fries, Slaw & House Tartar Sauce

BAJA FISH TACOS 24

Fried Alaskan Cod, Red Cabbage, Pico, Avocado Ceam, Cotija, Chipotle Aioli, Corn Tortillas served with Elote Dip & Chips

MAHI MAHI TACOS 24

Blackened Mahi Mahi, Red Cabbage, Pico, Avocado Ceam, Cotija, Chipotle Aioli, Corn Tortillas served with Elote Dip & Chips

TRI-TIP TACOS 24

Tri-tip, Red Cabbage, Pico, Avocado Cream, Cotija, Chipotle Aioli, Corn Tortillas served with Elote Dip & Chips