American food is often thought of as meat and potatoes fare. These are places where there will be plenty of choices for every member of your party, both kid and adult. And at American & Family-Friendly Tahoe restaurants, if your 3 year old says a few loud words, no one is likely to give you the side-eye.
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Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
3310 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Elements Eatery & Bar is one of the few restaurants anywhere in the Lake Tahoe Basin that can boast of lake views from its outdoor seating and from every seat inside as well. Even better is the distinctive menu that owners describe as Mexi-Cali. The smash burger has a ton of Latin herbs in it, while the au jus for the French dip is also Latin-based with chili peppers. The menu has shareable items like the Fiesta Nachos, Taco Sampler and Street Fries, a meal in itself with house-made fries and an all-beef hot dog with ketchup, crema, mustard, Tabasco, lime and jalapeno. This South Lake Tahoe restaurant is all about fresh ingredients, from the corn and flour tortillas made in-house to the juices and mixes for the full bar. With the grassy area out front fenced off, adult beverages may be consumed at outside tables. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available seven days a week. Elements also offers catering for special occasions.
Elements Eatery & Bar is one of the few restaurants anywhere in the Lake Tahoe Basin that can boast of lake views from its outdoor seating and from every seat inside as well. Even better is the distinctive menu that owners describe as Mexi-Cali. The smash burger has a ton of Latin herbs in it, while the au jus for the French dip is also Latin-based with...read more
Elements Eatery & Bar is one of the few restaurants anywhere in the Lake Tahoe Basin...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
If you are looking for home-style, down-to-earth, tasty Mexican food, then one of the best places to check out is Los Mexicanos. With two locations on the south side of Lake Tahoe, Los Mexicanos is a quick and easy way to satisfy a south of the border craving. Their 20 years in the basin have led to many local fans. A few of their recommendations...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
If you're looking for a pub experience that is out of the ordinary, try MacDuff's Public House near the middle of town. This is a Scottish pub mirroring the original MacDuff's opened in Connecticut by the Sievwright brothers in 2005. The food is freshly homemade Scottish dishes (be sure to try the Real Shepherd's Pie) joined by other pub favorites such as wood-fired pizza, burgers...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Maggie’s Restaurant, nestled within Desolation Hotel, invites you to savor fresh, locally inspired cuisine in a charming, welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant specializes in seasonal contemporary dishes, carefully crafted to delight your taste buds. The dining space strikes the perfect balance between casual and elegant, creating an inviting experience that's both comforting and sophisticated. Whether you're a hotel guest, a visitor to the area or a...read more
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
Northstar California Resort
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
As the marquee restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe, Manzanita is a feast for the palette and the eyes. The California-inspired cuisine is fused with flavors from around the world, while the surrounding mountains, which are easily seen through huge windows, inspire the decor. There are several ways to experience the menu at Manzanita beyond the well-appointed dining room. There is the chef’s table, where...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
There are a lot of Mexican restaurants in South Lake Tahoe, but few can compare to the warmth of Margarita’s Mexican Cafe. Longtime residents Rafael and Gabriela Aguirre have been preparing home-style food for guests for more than 15 years and are joined by their three children in the operation of the business. The oldest, Rafael Jr., is the manager and is proud of the...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
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 Pub Tahoe (an expansion of Coronado’s McP’s Irish Pub) on the south side of Lake Tahoe Boulevard. In 2001 a construction project required the pub’s relocation, so it moved almost directly across the street. Then in 2014...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
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 intersection of California State Route 89, the cafe is open for breakfast and lunch Tuesday through Sunday. For some 25 years, owners Billy and Barbara have brought a dash of the famed Southern hospitality to the high Sierra with friendly...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Minglewood in Tahoe City is a warm, welcoming, feel-good place to linger over the perfect cup of coffee, wind down with a beer or glass of wine, or grab a bite to eat for breakfast, lunch or a snack. Open every day, they serve breakfast until noon, with handhelds, griddles, light fare and pastries. Lunch runs from noon to 7 p.m. with salads, burgers, sandwiches...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
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 coffee to go along with their breakfast offerings. Soup, salad, burgers and sandwiches make for a nice warm lunch, and you can throw in a spud from the baked potato bar too. read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
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 pizza with cheesy edges for those who like a little more dough and cheese. In addition to pies, they have a full selection of regionally made ice cream from the Hoch Family Creamery of Minden, Nevada, with a...read more
Palisades Tahoe | Alpine Meadows
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
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 two locations — at the base of Palisades Tahoe and Alpine Meadows — the food trucks are an exceptional opportunity to enjoy regional produce fashioned into delicious quick bites or into larger sit-down-style meals. In fact, they partner with...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
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 create some wonderful dishes, and the menu is extensive, including the vegetarian selection. Some top picks include the Hangover Noodle, Yellow Curry and the Pad Thai Crab. Unlike some other restaurants in the area, My Thai is happy to package...read more
