Truckee, Tahoe Restaurant | The Sawyer at Schaffer’s Mill

Located in the heart of the Pinyon Pine-Juniper woodland area of the Sierra Nevada’s, elevated at 5,817 feet in the town of Truckee, resides The Sawyer at Schaffer’s Mill. Heritage, history, and respect for those lumberjacks who came before is at the core of Schaffer’s Mill. Within that group, no one is more revered than the sawyer, an occupational term referring to someone who cuts and works with wood. With food true to the land and served by real Truckee people, The Sawyer is the perfect name for the final, most awaited addition to Schaffer’s Mill.

Embracing the surrounding views, The Sawyer is centered around an amazing indoor and outdoor bar with views of Lookout Mountain and the golf course. The restaurant features a locally crafted all-day menu with selections of shareable, freshly-prepared salads, generous sandwiches, and delicious entrees, all complemented by chef’s special features.

OpenTable Diners' Choice Award 2021 OpenTable Diners' Choice Award 2020

The Sawyer has received awesome accolades, including OpenTable 2021 Diners’ Choice awards for “Best Outdoor Dining,” “Best Scenic View,” “Best Healthy Cuisine,” “Best American Cuisine,” and “Kid Friendly” for the Tahoe and Reno area, and for North Lake’s “Best Healthy Cuisine,” “Great For Lunch,” Neighborhood Gem,” Most Booked,” and “Kid Friendly.”

Please note that while we experience high business volumes this time of year, reservations are required for any non-members of the Schaffer’s Mill community. Thank you!