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
120 Grove Street, Tahoe City, CA
Za's is an excellent choice for lakefront outdoor dining in Tahoe City. The views will blow you away at this eclectic American-Italian restaurant that's also known for its great prices and casual setting. Wait until you see their new outdoor bar that's right over the lake! Known as the Lakefront SideBar, it features tasty bites and liquid delights such as their famous SideBar Slush. Za’s lunch and dinner menus offer something for everyone including salads, creative apps, burgers, pizzas and calzones, pasta dishes and tasty entrees. Vegetarians can find plenty of choices on this menu, and there is a kids' menu available. Chef and owner Jonny Roscher has trained around the world and brings wonderful diversity to the meals he offers. Za's offers lakefront outdoor dining and take-out and serves beer, wine and cocktails. The Lakefront SideBar is open in spring, summer and fall, weather permitting.
Za's is an excellent choice for lakefront outdoor dining in Tahoe City. The views will blow you away at this eclectic American-Italian restaurant that's also known for its great prices and casual setting. Wait until you see their new outdoor bar that's right over the lake! Known as the Lakefront SideBar, it features tasty bites and liquid delights such as their famous SideBar Slush. Za’s lunch and...
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Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Lake Tahoe Pizza Co. has been around since before Star Wars first came out and moved to its current location near the Y in 1977. Start out with the fresh garlic chips, then move on to the salad and pasta bar. For the main course, pick a calzone, go with a combo or gourmet pizza or even design and build your own, choosing from among...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Las Panchitas is a family-owned establishment that began serving Mexican food to Lake Tahoe locals and visitors back in 1982. The menu encompasses the full spectrum of Mexican dishes including burritos, tacos and house specialties like the Fiesta Tostada and the Las Panchitas Special (a chorizo and egg enchilada with refried beans, rice, tortillas, guacamole, salsa, sour cream and butter). A favorite on their drink...read more
The Village at Palisades Tahoe
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Le Chamois and the Loft Bar, known as the Chammy by locals, is the quintessential après-ski bar. Having opened its doors in 1969, it is truly a part of the heritage of the area. The history is highlighted on the walls decorated with heroes that the community has lost as well as ski memorabilia. Le Chamois is connected to a pizza restaurant that caters to...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
If you love the enjoyment of a good Philly cheesesteak sandwich, then the place to go in South Lake Tahoe is a restaurant that loves the meal so much it adopted its name. Little Philly Cheesesteaks is a favorite eatery for incredible cold and hot sandwiches, pizza and appetizers like jumbo wings (with fun sauces such as habanero plum, honey barbecue and buffalo), chicken tenders...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
When it comes to the best dessert out there, handcrafted ice cream might just take the cake. This deliciousness is taken to an even higher level at Little Truckee Creamery. A quaint, welcoming little ice cream shop tucked into a quiet corner spot off of Donner Lake, Little Truckee Creamery is one of the only options in the entire basin for ice cream that is...read more
Northstar California Resort
Village at Northstar
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Northstar Resort is offering a new way to enjoy authentic Mexican food with Los Arcos Mexican Grill. The newest addition to Northstar's impressive dining line-up, Los Arcos is a restaurant built on fresh, homemade recipes brought from the owners' hometown of Concepcion de Buenos Aires in Jalisco, Mexico. The establishment is airy and welcoming and offers speedy service, perfect for getting back on the slopes...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 both 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...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
Village at Northstar
Northstar Golf Course
Northstar California Resort
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
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 breakfast and lunch with a stunning view. Take advantage of the location to call in for lunch at The Turn at the ninth hole. But you don't have to be a golfer to enjoy the Martis Valley Grille....read more
