Lake Tahoe restaurants have a little something for everyone. From your all-organic, green smoothie-chugging vegan to the carnivore devouring a burger, milkshake and fries and deciding where to order a pizza, visitors and residents remain well fed in Lake Tahoe. These Lake Tahoe restaurants feature a variety of cuisine and versatile food options that make your dining experience anything but dull. At Incline Village restaurants, for example, you can drift from upscale eateries to no-frill diners to delis open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Like every popular vacation destination, Lake Tahoe has its share of gourmet restaurants. Visit Truckee restaurants, for example, and you’ll discover some high-end places with vast wine lists and chef-prepared goodness. Lake Tahoe restaurants are open to all, resort or not, and you’ll find feasts ranging from ethnic cuisine to Americana fare. And your taste buds won’t be the only ones having a pleasurable dining experience — the flowing Truckee River provides a beautiful piece of eye-candy to enhance your meal. If you want to taste some high-dining representatives of the Tahoe area, you can enjoy Southwest, Tex-Mex-inspired dishes in South Lake Tahoe restaurants or Pacific Northwest-influenced fare in Tahoe City restaurants.
A Full Menu of Lake Tahoe Restaurants
If you don’t want all the fuss, however, these restaurants can definitely satisfy a simple palate. Grab some grub and catch the baseball game’s score at sports bars and grills in Kings Beach. In a hurry? Swing by one of Tahoe’s many burger joints. Or if you want a bite to eat that’s a little finer but still quick, you can make a quick trip to a Palisades Tahoe restaurant that turns its high-end dishes into carry-out meals.
And with all the activity you’re doing throughout the day — swimming, hiking, biking, skiing and exploring — you’ll want some small munchies to keep you going until your next meal. Visit one of the many coffee shops around the lake for a boost of caffeine and a pastry. If you’re looking for a sophisticated way to start the evening, swing by an eclectic bar or brewery and sip on some locally crafted beers with your friends.
Hungry yet? Good! Check out the Lake Tahoe restaurant listings below to discover where you can satisfy all your cravings.
Lake Tahoe Restaurants by Area
South Lake Tahoe | Truckee | Tahoe City & West Shore | Palisades Tahoe
Kings Beach & North Shore | Incline Village & Crystal Bay
Lake Tahoe Restaurants by Category
One of the highlights of summertime in the Truckee area is dining at the Martis Valley Grille. Adjacent to the golf course at Northstar, this eatery offers...read more
Comfort food with a contemporary twist is the best way to describe Marty’s Cafe in downtown Truckee. If that description doesn’t convince you of what Marty’...read more
McP’s TapHouse Grill is one of those places that, while being new and shiny and oh-so-very hip, actually has a very storied history. In 1992 it was McP’s...read more
If you are looking for delicious Indian food, Mehfil Bistro is the place to find it. With a huge menu and dishes that are well portioned, incredibly...read more
You would be hard-pressed to find a more authentic local experience than dining at the Meyers Downtown Cafe. Located on U.S. Highway 50 near the...read more
Mofo’s Pizza in Christmas Tree Village has been locally owned and operated since 1986. They use fresh toppings and ingredients, with the dough is made daily...read more
For breakfast or lunch at Kirkwood, give Monte Wolfe’s Mountain Kitchen a try. Located in the Mountain Village, they have an espresso bar and Starbucks...read more
Moody’s in downtown Truckee is all about the three Bs – bistro, bar and beats. In fact, that’s the popular establishment’s formal name: Moody’s Bistro, Bar...read more
Mountain Lotus Yoga is a space of yoga vibrancy offered in two locations: Tahoe City and Truckee. Their Tahoe City spot is the closest yoga studio to the...read more
Mountain Slice offers New York–style pizza that is so tasty you are going to think you levitated to the East Coast. They also offer a Detroit-style square...read more
If you enjoy the Food to Fork movement that supports small farmers and eating healthier, more sustainable food, then check out Mtn Roots Food Trucks. Having...read more
My Thai Cuisine offers surprisingly authentic Thai food in a nice modern restaurant near the South Y area. Fresh ingredients and quality herbs help to...read more
