Important Reopening and COVID-19 message
HEAD CHEF
LUPE SOLIS
In 2011, Chef Lupe joined Stella at the Cedar House and quickly become an indispensable asset to the restaurant. While guests could not get enough of Chef Lupe’s wood fire breads and delectable desserts, it was his unorthodox culinary style of embracing his Latin heritage with both Mediterranean and Middle Eastern influences that drew people in for his creativity and comforting flavor profiles. Chef Lupe believes that the most flavorful dishes are made simply, focusing on just a few ingredients and making them shine. Chef Lupe grew up in the Truckee region, and when he is not cooking, you will find him training for the next marathon or enjoying the outdoors with his wife Ardith and daughter Gracie.
STELLA AT CEDAR HOUSE
Fresh Vibrant Innovative
From the moment you walk in, you will sense the warmth and energy of our open kitchen and garden patios. With a conceptual nod to Mexican, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors, Chef Lupe Solis reimagines classic dishes that are soulful, yet simple, and locally sourced. At Stella, our goal is to provide a special place to share not only a meal, but life with friends and family. We showcase modern interpretations of cuisine based on century old traditions of cooking by season and farm to table dining. You can also enjoy Stella at home. Our Pantry offers provisions to enhance your own kitchen creations, including some of Stella’s favorites, plus oven baked breads, accoutrements and more.
Order STELLA PANTRY online with weekly pick ups only on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 11am to 5pm. Orders have to be in the day before by 9pm.
SMALL PLATES
Seasoned French Fries – 5 GF/ V
house made fermented ketchup
Falafel – 9 GF/ V
Turmeric herb falafel, lemon dill yogurt sauce , micro herb salad
Sopa del dia – 9 GF
Lentil soup, lemon yogurt , sumac, cilantro, olive oil, pita chips
Smoked chicken wings – 13 GF
Ancho Chile beer BBQ, garlic lime sauce, scallions
SHAREABLES
Hummus – 13 GF/ V
Matbucha, parsley, olive oil, with a side of pita bread or blue corn tortilla chips
Babaganoush – 13 GF/ V
Fried chilis, smoked paprika, cilantro, olive oil with side of pita bread or house made tortilla chips
Roasted Cauliflower – 14 GF/ V / N
Shawarma spice, green chutney, tahini sauce, pine nuts, rose, sumac
Local Farm Feature – 12 GF
Rundle family farm organic watermelon, harissa sauce, feta, mint, olive oil, micro herbs
MAINS
Seasonal Salad – 12
Romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, persian cucumber, green onions, radish, pita chips, parsley, mint, lemon sumac vinaigrette
Add on: Falafel (3pc) 6 – Salmon 16
Shrimp Ceviche – 19 GF
Shrimp, tomato, cucumber, celery, jalapeño, red onion, lime, avocado, cilantro, served with housemade tostadas
Smoked Pork Tacos –
4 tacos 14 6 tacos 18
10 hour smoked pork shoulder, handmade corn tortillas,chile thread oil ,kiwi salsa, cilantro, white onion, carrot escabeche
Mushroom Tacos –
4 tacos 12 6 tacos 16
Grilled mushroom mix, handmade corn tortillas, Chile thread oil, kiwi salsa, cilantro, white onion, carrot escabeche
Salsa verde chicken – 24 GF
Tomatillo sauce braised chicken thighs, black bean purée, summer squash, grilled corn, herb salad, radish, pickled red onions, housemade queso fresco, tostadas
Pan-seared Salmon – 29
Ora king salmon, quinoa, sweet peppers, yellow peach, cilantro, scallions, blue lake green beans, pomegranate molasses
Sous Vide Carne Asada – 29 GF
Durham Ranch butcher steak, pressed fingerling potatoes, mache, charred onion, creamy avocado, heirloom tomatoes, chimichurri, chipotle aioli
DESSERT
S’mores Pot De Creme – 10
Chocolate custard, marshmallow meringue, cinnamon graham cracker, salted cajeta
Fig cheesecake – 10 N
Labneh, strawberry coulis, pistachio, Mt.rose honey
Sorbet – 8 GF / V
House spun small batch, seasonal fruit
Coconut rice pudding – 8 GF / V
Pineapple, lime syrup, toasted coconut
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, or eggs may increase risk of foodborne illness.
GF: Gluten Free
V: Vegan
N: Nuts
Breakfast Served to Hotel Guests Only
STELLA HOURS
OPEN 5-9PM THURSDAY – SUNDAY
Note: Dining room reopens May 28th, 2020 following
COVID 19 health & safety mandates
We do not take reservations.
Max Group size for one table is 6
Stella Pantry – Order online
Pick up Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11AM to 5PM. Orders have to be in the night before pick up day by 9pm.
Our seasonal restaurant menu is not available online.