A "rustic eatery, which is festooned with longboard wooden skis, sleds and votive-candle chandeliers...with a fine view of the town, twinkling like a Christmas tree, and the hills beyond. But there's more to the Cottonwood than a pretty mountain face: wine and beer lists are extensive and the menu most ambitious."
Sacramento Bee

"When it comes to scenery, Cottonwood Restaurant offers the best seat in town. From atop the rise known as Hilltop, customers not only overlook the historic downtown, they have an intimate view of the majestic Sierra Nevada and the Truckee River Canyon. Cottonwood offers more than a killer view. Known for high-end, fine dining, the restaurant has been a Truckee landmark for more than 15 years."
Nancy Peek Ives, Truckee Currents/Sierra Sun

"If it's a balmy evening, reserve an outside table at Cottonwood Restaurant and Bar just before sunset for views of mountain-baked Truckee."
Sunset Magazine "Three Day Weekend" feature

"...for garlicphiles, this is about the best Caesar salad you could hope for. At the restaurant, this salad is intended as finger food: diners pick up the whole leaves and munch away."
The Northern California Best Places Cookbook

"Thank you for your continued wonderful service to our guests. I feel very comfortable sending our guests to you, for Cottonwood Restaurant is a wonderful establishment."
Adrienne Portnoy, Resort at Squaw Creek Concierge

"If location, location, location are the three most important qualities a building can have, Cottonwood has it all. Just for good measure, it throws in fine food an atmosphere."
Barbara Barte, Sierra Sun Review Section

"From the outside, the Cottonwood Restaurant appears rustic and worn, but its cuisine inside is one of the most sophisticated and delightful in the North Tahoe region. My dining experience at the Cottonwood was one of the best I'd had this summer and I would highly recommend this restaurant."
Sonnie Imes, North Tahoe Truckee Week