We had an excellent large dinner party at Moodys! The family style dinner was absolutely delicious; the seafood, beef and chicken were all seasoned and cooked perfectly. The appetizers, desserts and drinks were amazing. The wait staff was friendly and efficient. Our guests were very happy and complimentary. Thank you Moodys for a perfect evening! read more

Visiting Moody's as an out-of-towner was a real treat! Craig, our server, was clearly busy but was incredibly patient and absolutely phenomenal. He made the best recommendations -- we enjoyed Ernie's fresh-caught salmon, house-made mafaldine pasta, lobster ceviche, and the hangar steaks. The food was fresh and delicious. The space is neat and ambient, the bar and lounge are lovely -- great live music in the front lounge!! We sat on the back patio and really enjoyed the setting. A note to other tourists: regulars definitely get preferential treatment here, so a reservation is recommended; or some polite, but persistent check-ins with the host, if you're visiting like us. ;) read more

Came up early on a Truckee Thursday and grabbed a seat outside, perfect weather and not too crowded, which set the tone right away. The space itself is super charming, and I loved the bar playing old-school black and white movies, such a vibe. Service was warm and welcoming, and we were seated immediately. We kicked things off with margaritas that were clearly made with love. Food did not disappoint, the blackened mahi mahi sandwich was so flavorful, and the fries were. We also ordered the cheeseburger and steak tartare (not pictured), and my friends were obsessed with both. Definitely a Tahoe staple and a spot I'd come back to again and again. read more

Moody's Bistro Bar & Beats - Mahi mahi fish sandwich - New American Near Me - Truckee, California

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If you are a local or planning to visit Truckee, you'd do well to try out Moody's Bistro Bar & Beats for a quick bite or a special meal. It gets crowded at the dinner hour so reservations are recommended, but we lucked out and got a table in the speak-easy style bar. Since I was driving I had an N/A sparkling but the craft cocktails looked amazing. Everything my friend and I tried and shared was perfectly constructed and portioned. We tried the Zucchini blossoms (lightly crispy batter fried) deliciousness, the burrata salad (that had just enough burrata to taste, and none to waste). After seeing someone else get pizza on the way in we had to try it, and opted for the mushroom and asparagus pizza. It was worth the calories, but also light and crispy, and just right for two ladies to share with a few appetizers. read more

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We had the lobster ceviche. The flavor was good, but the presentation needs some work. If Chef Ramsay were here, he'd probably send it back. I'm also not a fan of the hanger steak sauce. The dessert was definitely the highlight of the night, and I'd come back just for that. read more

Moody's Bistro Bar & Beats - New American Near Me - Truckee, California

Moody's has a great vibe--lively...loud! So if you're looking to have a fun night with music and the ability to laugh with friends a great setting, Moody's is your place. It was a warm night, and somehow I thought it would be a good evening for soup, so I got the tomato soup. It had delicious puff pastry bread (en croute) on top, and was pretty good. I did have to add a bit of salt. My main entree was the lamb sugo--Al dente pasta, tender lamb...delicious! The service was took some time because the place was packed. However, our server was polite--just busy! read more

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Always great drinks and food. I've been here many times and it's always very impressed. Ahi tuna is amazing as is the coconut margarita.

After finishing a 2 week TRT hiking trip, not dressed well and hauling everything on my back, I was treated like a queen, fed a luscious meal only to be outdone by chocolate mousse cake dessert. Sat outside, service was absolutely excellent and I left happy and satisfied galore. Thanks much! read more

This restaurant is so good! From the service to the food, everything was top-notch! Definitely try the Heirloom Tomato Pizza and the Croquettes! read more

Moody's has been on the corner of Bridge St at the end of downtown Truckee ever since I can remember. Which would be since 2008 when I first went to the magical city that is Truckee. I have a special place in my heart for the area after living in Tahoe Donner full time for a few years. The businesses that thrive and have longevity in Truckee are quality places. People who reside and tourists in the area really care about food quality and the customer service/ experience they receive. It's part of the culture in Truckee- you do great things and people will support you. Moody's is no different. I had not been back there in like 5 years and it was a great to be back. The bartenders were awesome, my cocktail was perfect, and the vibe was chill. I didn't eat since it was pretty late and I was out to have some drinks so I can't speak to the food. But the bar area was lovely and I'm glad I stopped in. Nice stroll down memory lane :) Glad to see this place continues to be excellent. read more

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We had such a fantastic dinner here out on the patio. From the first greeter, to our server and busters, all of the staff were kind and friendly. The food was outstanding. I got the steak-perfectly cooked with young carrots and meaty mushrooms in a delectable sauce. My hubs ordered the pork chops which were a spectacle and could not have been more moist served with a cherry sauce. My house wine was delicious and super affordable with a generous pour. Live music was just starting as we were finishing and the bar scene inside was lively. This was my second time at Moody's, the first thing with my mom and family friends and I remember being as impressed that time as this. The prices make it a special occasion place but it's well worth the splurge. read more

Moody's Bistro Bar & Beats - Steak - New American Near Me - Truckee, California

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Cute bistro! Delicious food! Good atmosphere. Nice wait staff. Highly recommend this place, especially if you are GF. Our table got the beef tar tar, French onion soup, tomato soup, beet salad, fish sandwich, burger, pork sandwich and rabbit pot pie. The only complaint was- I wish I got the burger because it was better than the pork sandwich, but that was pretty good too. read more

Great ambience, cozy but spacious. Staff were very nice & helpful with the menu. - Caesar salad: good portion and yum. Good amount of cheese & sauce. - Onion soup: so yum! Very flavorful, good cheese & goodies. read more

Moody's Bistro Bar & Beats - Caesar salad, split in two - yum - New American Near Me - Truckee, California

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for a craft cocktail bar I would have assumed I could of gotten a tasteful gimlet on the rocks with gin, no such luck... very disappointing since I drove from reno to experience it . zero stars . read more

I've dined at Moody's in the past and enjoyed the food and brought my family here. The hostess assured us that we could come back in 20 minutes and be seated. After returning, she told us that there was now a party ahead of us and that we should wait another 20 minutes and was unsure if we would be seated. Which is ridiculous. We wasted 30 minutes waiting and talking to the hostess. Also, the restaurant was relatively empty. We found MASA's Kitchen which had excellent service and delicious food. Go there. read more

Sometimes it feels disingenuous to give five star reviews. Because places could always work to do better. Well, the bottom line is Moodys may be able to do better, but as they are, they're amazing! I chatted with three or four people on their staff while waiting for my girlfriend to arrive. They were all fun to talk to great people. Hamachi appetizer was so unique. I never would've thought of creating the dish on my own. Ambience just compliments this old railroad town perfectly. I had the Waygu beef as my entrée. Perfectly prepared. And impeccable service mind blowing flavor profiles and a staff that really love what they're doing. Give this place a try. The prices are high and worth every dollar you spend. read more

Moody's Bistro Bar & Beats - Hamachi appetizer. - New American Near Me - Truckee, California

Trash! Awful service. They said 15 min. Came back after 20 min and they said another 30 min. And they never texted an update. And it was empty inside. Blonde girl in the front useless. Find somewhere else to eat. read more

Moody's is a really sweet experience. Although we didn't get live music while we dined, it was still really sweet. Our waitress did seem a bit urgent with us initially (drinks? drinks? drinks?) and seemed to settle once we began ordering food. We ordered all of the food. The bone marrow was a freaking treat. Please get that. I'm gluten-free so I just slurped that baby until it was dry. The beet and goat cheese salad was just so perfectly paired. Like, hats off to the chef for that one. The hamachi sashimi situation? My god. You're making sushi restaurants nervous. And the finale: the steak (I forget which one, but peep my photos). SO GOOD. Honestly, that is the best meal I've had in a long time. I can't wait to come back the next time we are in Truckee. Book your table and don't look back. read more

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So many friends tell me that Moody's is the spot for a special night out in Truckee - and I semi agree with part of that statement. I think in this case, we have case of both vibe preference and service issues. The food is really good here. Everything we ate, we were impressed with. From the octopus with this bright chimichurri sauce and beet salad starters, to the duck and perfectly cooked pasta (both quite heavy). And prices are expensive, but we both found the mains to be quite substantial. This is where the critique comes in. Moody's is expensive. And the food warrants the price (for Truckee), but everything else, at least on the evening we went, did not. Inside is casual, but very much alive and a fun vibe, and outside is spacious, but a bit sterile and a little too informal, since it lacked the charm of inside, for such expensive prices. To add, on this evening, the service was terrible. It took about 20-25 min for a server to come over to say hi and take our drink order, and the drinks took about another 15 minutes. So we sat there for about 35+ minutes just looking at each other waiting for something - I love my husband, but we get very few nights out, so we need to maximize the eating and drinking. And as mentioned, with those prices, the back patio ambiance was fine? Uncomfortable red metal seats, no flowers, I can't quite put my finger on it... actually, I can. The outside patio doesn't have a lot of ambiance at all. When charging that much, food should be on point (which it really was!), but the same with ambiance and service. I'd revisit, but I would definitely ask to be seated inside. When leaving, the bar area was hopping with a live band. Fun, but also cramped, Moody's ain't that big. Overall solid. It's definitely a tale of 2 different vibes. For a fun date night, request for inside. Looking for more quiet, subdued vibes - outside it is. PS: Cocktails were good! Sadly, I only had 1 since they arrived with the food, but bonus! read more

Dinner for 6 on a Thursday night. It was quite busy, but with reservations we were seated promptly. The room was very noisy; conversation was not possible. The food was actually pretty good. I had squash blossoms which were very good, and the Mary's chicken which was fine if non- remarkable. Those who had the halibut in lobster brodo enjoyed it. . On the other hand everyone agreed that the pistachio ice cream was not very pistachio flavored. The place where Moody's really missed was service. Our server and others who assisted were all friendly. But they went missing for long periods. We never did get a refill of iced tea; we had to ask twice for missing silverware. The coffee was cold and we would have asked for it to be replaced if we could have found someone. And, we weren't wild about how it tasted either. So overall not that successful. read more

We enjoyed a lovely late lunch here on a Monday. Everything was fantastic! Service was excellent, and the food was so yummy and high quality:) the restaurant is very comfortable with booths, high tops, and lower tables. The tomato soup was so delicious and the puff pastry on top was so flaky. The ahi tuna tartare was also so good! The tuna was very fresh. The deviled eggs were creamy and flavorful. read more

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This place was a horrible meal . First off - service was subpar ! My husband ordered the lamb which was so undercooked . We sent it back and still came out raw . This dish cost $57 alone. I would not recommended this place ! read more

We had a really fantastic dinner at Moody's in March 2026! We were a party of 4 and everyone raved about their delicious meals. The scallops special was flawless, the chicken roulade so tender and flavorful, and the pumpkin kale salad was just amazing-one of the best I have ever eaten. The atmosphere was lively and fun, and the service was very attentive. We have eaten at many restaurants in Truckee over the years, and this one is our favorite ! read more

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Every single item we ordered was phenomenal! Easily one of the best French onion soups I've ever had. The fries were cooked just right. I preferred the ranch dipping sauce to the ketchup DO YOU LIKE PICKLES?! DO YOU ALSO LIKE DIRTY MARTINIS?? Look no further, Moody's has a pickle martini and it's as fabulous as you'd imagine. Such a fun environment. We sat at the bar. Nice and cozy. No music but we were there on a Monday night. Definitely will be coming back ! read more

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$48 for chicken! $28 for a burger! This place is insanely overpriced. We overheard multiple tables commenting on the prices, oh, Salmon was $58 or $60!??? read more

The best $100 steak in town! This place is the perfect mix of class and casual. Great service and delicious food. The jack and coke was a hit from our group as well. Can't wait till we get to come back again! read more

First off we waited almost an hour for our food which was mediocre at best. We ordered the $24 Niman Ranch Cheeseburger and thinking I've had a better $7 burger at five guys...seriously disappointed. On the bright side our waitress was nice and helpful. Only highlight read more

Went for the late lunch. Party of 8 with no reservations was easily accommodated. All of us enjoyed our meals...but the cocktails...excellent. Ambiance fun. Recommend. read more

This is a great local Truckee restaurant. They have both indoor and outdoor seating and so we chose to sit outdoors with our two labrador fur babies. I ordered the beet salad and really enjoyed it. The greens were fresh and crispy and lots of beets on the plate. Hubby had the fish sandwich and it looked and tasted great (my one bite). We both ordered the lavender lemonade which is great too. The outdoor seating can be loud. Not only are you competing with the loud music they play, there are plenty of dogs barking and traffic noise to compete with as well. We will return soon though and dine indoors. read more

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What a fantasic restaurant, we come here everytime we're in tahoe now. The food has always come out great, even the things i dont typically order ill order at Moodys because i know they've found a way to make it great. Having the live band there creates a great atmosphere and its surprisingly not too loud. I know its hard here because its so good but the butter and bread are just the beginning. Definitely get the octopus and the steak read more

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It was a surprising delight to experience such good food in Truckee. This was the best place we have had in all of Tahoe for the same price point. The food was definitely elevated, high quality ingredients and nicely presented. Cuisine was Frenchy with a new California twist, not old fashion French bistro. Highly recommend. Music doesn't represent the French chic menu but hey service and food was fantastic. I look forward to returning. read more

We visited on Saturday afternoon while scoring a table outside Our waitress Karleen was kind , attentive , professional, and personal. We stopped by for a quick bite and drinks. I love ciders, and they offer dry, crispy SF made cider with no sugar added. I liked it a lot. For our quick bites, we chose Truffle French fries and their famous tomato soup. Both items were perfectly executed as tasty bites. We enjoyed our visit. It was quick and easy while we enjoyed European style of sitting outside and doing " people watching." read more

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July lunchtime, peak tourist summer season. Packed with day trippers. Despite the crowd, commotion and loud noise the service is thoughtful, friendly and efficient. Lunch menu has about six main items and 6 appetizer / side plates. Something for everybody. Bambie had the beet salad. She liked it. Portion size for a hungry man would be inadequate to fill him up. I had the grilled fish sandwich. Big slab o' white snapper on a ciabatta square bun with a heap of cabbage & big tomato slice. It was very tasty. It was big enough to fill me up and I'm a constant bottomless pit of hunger. Lavender lemonade was enjoyable and thirst quenching. Only 4 stars stars because of the street side patio ambiance. It's unbearably noisy with the car & truck traffic at this busiest road intersection in Truckee. Add to that the blaring overhead music system. Add to that that the 24 seat patio is dog friendly and everyone had a dog (I brought my 2 Labradors). There was quite a bit of barking around us throughout the meal (My girls were mostly well behaved and quiet). I'd return for an evening meal inside the dining room, dog free. read more

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We took one of those "beat the heat" Roadtrips to truckee the other day which gave us the opportunity to enjoy Moody's. I love this place and it is my choice every time we visit Truckee. We were greeted and seated immediately. The decor is very relaxing and just feels good. Service has always been spot on and delightful. The food is out of this world delicious! I love the varied options on the menu and it seems no matter what I order, it is always fantastic! This last time was no exception. We will keep coming back as long as they'll have us. read more

Moody's Bistro Bar & Beats - Chicken sandwich - New American Near Me - Truckee, California

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Amazing customer service! Walked in Nov 1st Saturday night with no reservation. Larissa was so sweet and gave us a choice of bar or restaurant. We chose a high top at the bar with live music, such a cool vibe! Emanuel, our waiter, was fabulous!! The lamb chop, pear, farro salad, potato leek soup and crème brûlée were all five star! Fresh and seasoned well! World Series was on the tvs and the people watching was great! Loved the band too! We will go back. Great evening ;) driving back from a day of shopping in Roseville. Kudos to the chef read more

Moody's Bistro Bar & Beats - Cutest Fall Vibe walking in to Moodys! - New American Near Me - Truckee, California

Best in the business. If you are lucky enough to get Craig as your sever your experience will that much better.

The food is always amazing at Moody's, and they host a variety of great musicians. However, I recommend with several caveats, because this scene is really not for everyone. Who it's for: - Anyone who is used to seeing live music in crowded spaces - Those who don't mind a long wait to get seated or be served - Foodies who want to enjoy delicious, seasonal cuisine and don't mind paying a premium for it Who it's not for: - Anyone with a dislike of crowds or loud noises - Large groups wanting to sit together or have a conversation comfortably over a meal (you usually have to shout to hear each other) If you decide to visit, I highly recommend the truffle Parmesan fries. read more

This is a great place for some live music. There can be a wait so reservations are recommended, although we came without reservations and were fortunate enough to find a table right near the band. It seems that live music starts at 7:30, although I thought that I saw a sign inside where it said it started at 7 p.m. Great place if you want to listen to live music with great food and drinks and no cover charge! read more

Tomato soup killer as always. Server was friendly and efficient. Rack of Lamb cooked to perfection, 4 small chops. Prime New York a disappointment, came in 3 small chunks, not a full steak as one usually is served in other restaurants! My educated guess is approximately 7-8 oz steak bites instead of a regular full NY at 12-14 ozs. It was served with a strange medley of parsnips and root vegetables, at 63$ a total fail! Our table also had several glasses of Patz and Hall Chardonnay, the pours were small, for 23$ a glass we expected more. Seems like Moodys may have a new GM that is trying to raise their profit margin by shrinking the product! Sad!! read more

Moody's Bistro Bar & Beats - NY steak - New American Near Me - Truckee, California

The music, vibe and food were awesome. The meal was so good it stuck in my mind for days. The service was amazing.