Apres + Bars

Northstar California offers a variety of après options for the perfect ending to your day on the mountain.   Families can enjoy free skating (with $10 skate rental) and cozy up to the crackling fire pits and toast s'mores.

Village at Northstar
 

Baxter's Bistro  |  530.562.3200
Baxter's Bistro is the place for be for the very best in aprés ski. The Bistro features Cal-Fresh cuisine for both aprés and dinner, as well as live music, fire pits, a fine wine list and full indoor & outdoors bars, complete with signature cocktails and unique grill offerings. Baxter's is perfect for hosting your memorable date night in The Village, or welcoming the whole family out to dine.

The Chocolate Bar  |  530.562.1800
The Chocolate Bar offers a one of a kind menu and atmosphere, and specializes in the highest quality milk, white and dark chocolate creations to please any palate, as well as appetizers, social plates, desserts, wines, spirits, and their very own chocolate bar cocktails.   

Mikuni Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar  |  530.562.2188
Mikuni Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar's full bar is open until midnight with a lively après ski scene.  Mikuni's extensive menu features more than 300 original sushi creations served in eclectic, energetic, dining settings.

TC's Pub  |  530.562.2250
Northstar's original sports bar and grille always has the most exciting games playing on their flat screen TV's, perfect for catching the latest scores on your way out of the Village.
 

Rubicon Pizza Company  |  530.562.2199
Hand-tossed gourmet pizzas, beers and fresh salads are all the rage at this rink-side location, and with live music on the Village Stage on the weekends, this is the hottest spot for people watching.

Outdoor Cabana Bars
Nothing gets you more into the spirit of winter than a hot toddy from one of the Cabana Bars located around to the skating rink. 

 
Mid-Mountain
 

The Lodge at Big Springs  |  530.562.2466
Maximize your time on mountain and stop by the outdoor deck for burgers, beers, and more from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Ritz-Carlton Highlands, Lake Tahoe  |  530.562.3000
This five-star hotel features an inviting bar and lounge, circular three-story fireplace and the resort’s signature restaurant - Manzanita - created by renowned San Francisco chef Traci Des Jardins.