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Located at Hilltop in Truckee, California, The Cottonwood Restaurant and Bar exists within an authentic ski lodge that was hand built in 1928.

Once you step onto the Hilltop’s grounds you can sense the spirited folklore of the nations past that decorates the atmosphere of this sensational diamond in the rough. The Cottonwood Restaurant and Bar delivers a diverse menu set to satiate adventure souls after a day on the slopes and trails. The interior takes you on a visceral photographic journey of Sierra skiing heritage from McGlashan’s Winter Carnival of the early 1900s to present times.

At The Cottonwood, you join friends and family to recap the high points of your day over hand crafted cocktails and delicious food for a must experience mountain town staple.

Recently, West River Hospitality has taken ownership which has been a delightful homecoming to the team who once cut their teeth as bartenders at The Cottonwood before opening other establishments such as Truckee Tavern and Como.