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    Scusa Italian Ristorante

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    South Lake Tahoe, CA

    About Scusa Italian Ristorante

    Scusa Italian Ristorante in South Lake Tahoe, CA, is a well-regarded Italian restaurant with a strong 4.5-star rating from over 1200 reviews. Guests can expect a cozy and inviting atmosphere with classic Italian flair, complemented by friendly and attentive service that makes every meal a pleasant experience. The menu features flavorful Italian dishes, from crisp garlic bread with olive oil dip to rich seafood pasta and bold tomato-based varieties, often prepared with fresh cheese. Many appreciate the unique offerings like calamari steak and well-regarded traditional items such as linguine and clams or a five-layer lasagna. Offering both dine-in and takeout options, Scusa provides an enjoyable and authentic-feeling Italian meal in the heart of South Lake Tahoe.

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    What Customers Say

    Bob fang• 2 months ago

    "The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, with a classic Italian feel. The service was excellent — friendly and attentive staff who made us feel welcome throughout the meal. The food was overall good, though a bit salty for my taste. The garlic bread was crisp and flavorful, and the olive oil dip was a nice touch. The seafood pasta was creamy and rich, while the tomato-based pasta had strong, bold flavors. The cheese was fresh and plentiful, adding a nice balance to the dishes. It’s not quite the same as traditional Italian restaurants in Italy, but still a very enjoyable dining experience. Would definitely come back for the service and ambiance!"

    Sasha Davila• a month ago

    "Such a cute date night location! We went on a Tuesday night and it was perfect and a cute ambiance. The escargot that came with bread was delicious with garlic bread too! The entrees were so flavorful and delicious can’t wait to go back. I had never had calamari steak and wow I love it and the citrus lime butter flavor. Very filling both meals and the linguine was flavorful with the wine. Got bubbly and wine so good!"

    Lucas Stefani• a month ago

    "Old school Italian restaurant. Service was traditionally formal and very attentive. Focaccia bread was made from scratch. Linguine and clams was amazing. Lasagna was a combination of meats with five layers in acompanied with al dente vegetables that were perfect. I highly We recommend eating here if you go to lake Tahoe. Their prices are about half of what most restaurants charge for their food in the area so they are extremely reasonably priced for very high-end cuisine."

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    Local Guide

    Known For

    Classic Italian Ambiance
    Attentive Service
    Flavorful Pasta Dishes
    Date Night Spot
    Fresh Focaccia Bread

    Best Time to Visit

    Evening hours, especially earlier in the week, are often highlighted for a more intimate and enjoyable dining experience.

    Local Tips

    • •Consider Scusa Italian Ristorante for a romantic evening; many reviewers highlight its suitability for date nights due to the ambiance.
    • •If you're dining on a weeknight, you might find the atmosphere particularly pleasant, as noted by customer experiences on Tuesday evenings.
    • •For those who enjoy traditional preparations, the focaccia bread, linguine and clams, or lasagna are frequently praised choices.

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