About Lanza's Restaurant

Let me introduce you to Lanza's Restaurant, a laid-back Italian restaurant tucked into the lakeside stretch of Kings Beach at 7739 N Lake Blvd, where locals and visitors alike wander in hungry and leave feeling taken care of. From the moment you step inside, the place feels comfortable and familiar, the kind of spot that doesn’t try too hard yet still delivers big on flavor and atmosphere. Lanza's Restaurant is all about classic Italian comfort food done right, with hearty portions, vegetarian-friendly options, and a menu that works just as well for a casual lunch as it does for an easygoing dinner. If you’re in the mood to sit back and relax, dine-in service lets you soak up the warm, welcoming vibe, while takeaway is there for those days when you’d rather enjoy your meal by the lake or back at home. Drinks are very much part of the experience here, too, with a solid lineup that includes beer, wine, spirits, and thoughtfully mixed cocktails, plus happy-hour drinks that make stopping by after a long day especially tempting. Coffee is also on hand, which is great whether you’re wrapping up a meal or just easing into the afternoon. What really stands out, though, is how everything comes together so naturally, from the friendly service to the easy flow of conversation around the tables. Lanza's Restaurant feels like a neighborhood favorite you’re instantly welcomed into, a place where comfort food, good drinks, and relaxed Italian dining all meet without any fuss. There’s an easy rhythm to the room, with conversations blending with the clink of glasses and the steady movement of plates coming out of the kitchen. Happy-hour food adds another reason to drop in, especially if you’re looking for something satisfying without overthinking the choice. Whether you’re new to the area or already familiar with Kings Beach, this is the kind of Italian restaurant that fits right into your routine.

Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ Takeaway

+ Dine-in

Highlights

Highlights

+ Fast service

+ Great beer selection

+ Great cocktails

+ Great dessert

+ Great wine list

+ Serves local specialty

Popular for

Popular for

+ Dinner

+ Solo dining

Accessibility

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair-accessible car park

+ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

+ Wheelchair-accessible seating

+ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

Offerings

+ Alcohol

+ Beer

+ Cocktails

+ Coffee

+ Comfort food

+ Happy-hour drinks

+ Happy-hour food

+ Spirits

+ Vegetarian options

+ Wine

Dining options

Dining options

+ Dinner

+ Dessert

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

Amenities

+ Bar on site

+ Toilet

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Casual

+ Cosy

+ Historic

+ Romantic

Crowd

Crowd

+ Family friendly

+ Groups

+ Tourists

Planning

Planning

+ Accepts reservations

+ Usually a wait

Payments

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ NFC mobile payments

+ Credit cards

Children

Children

+ Good for kids

+ High chairs

+ Kids' menu

Parking

Parking

+ Free of charge street parking

+ Free parking lot

+ Parking

Hour time open

Right Now :

  • Monday: 04:30 PM - 09:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 04:30 PM - 09:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 04:30 PM - 09:00 PM
  • Thursday: 04:30 PM - 09:00 PM
  • Friday: 04:30 PM - 09:00 PM
  • Saturday: 04:30 PM - 09:00 PM
  • Sunday: 04:30 PM - 09:00 PM

7739 N Lake Blvd, Kings Beach, CA 96143, United States

Reviews

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Classic and authentic Italian cuisine, just like nonna used to make! Homemade pasta and pasta sauces with the perfect blend of freshness and depth, full of rich flavor. Come early because the line ultimately goes out the door, and for good reason!

- The Doctor -

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My grandparents have been coming here for 50years. If that's not proof it's great food, I'm not sure what is. I live on the other side of the country so this was my first chance of being able to enjoy their tradition and I'm so glad they shared this place with me. It will be a must stop for myself when in town from now on. Grandpa got the calamari steak which was tender and surprisingly tasty! I got the eggplant parm and for it not having any meat, there's no other way to describe it than being a very hearty 'meaty' dish, the husband got the sampler with the stuffed shells. My grandmother ended up sharing from all our plates so she got the true deal. Then we all shared a DELICIOUS tiramisu. Ive never had one so fluffy and non-coffee tasting before. I could've ate an entire lasagna pan full of the tiramisu. It truly stood up to its reputation and again, I'm so glad I'll have this memory shared with my grandparents. Thank you Lanzas!

- Mariah M -

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5-Star Italian Restaurant. The food was served hot and delicious. The staff are friendly and never ignore what you need. Comfortable padding seating. Highly recommend.

- Jeff Michael -

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Lanza's never disappoints! My wife and I have been coming here for our anniversary for the past few years. This has become our go to spot for a nice romantic dinner. The ambiance is great, the food is fantastic (you won't leave hungry), and the service is excellent. Highly reccomend!

- Tommy Janow -

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