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
290 Kingsbury Grade, No. 22, Stateline, NV
Bruschetta believes fresh, local ingredients are the key to making quality Italian food, so this isn't your average pasta place. Rabbit pappardelle and squid ink spegatina with prawns are a couple of the enticing pasta entrees you will find on the menu, and all the pastas are made in-house. The menu offers more than pasta, including filet mignon with pan-fried gnocchi with red wine jus and several vegetarian options. Located on Lower Kingsbury Grade, Bruschetta is convenient from most anywhere on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe. This fine dining establishment serves dinner every night, with lunch available Monday through Friday and brunch on the weekend.
Bruschetta believes fresh, local ingredients are the key to making quality Italian food, so this isn't your average pasta place. Rabbit pappardelle and squid ink spegatina with prawns are a couple of the enticing pasta entrees you will find on the menu, and all the pastas are made in-house. The menu offers more than pasta, including filet mignon with pan-fried gnocchi with red wine jus...read more
Bruschetta believes fresh, local ingredients are the key to making quality Italian food, so this...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Harrison Avenue is a little frontage street that runs along Lake Tahoe Boulevard as the route turns south away from the lake shore. It's always been a cute and eclectic business strip, and it's where you'll find Slice of Sierra Pizza. This is a new incarnation of the Sierra Pizza shop that used to be on Al Tahoe Boulevard, in case you were wondering where...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Smokey’s Kitchen serves hearty fare for those not worried about getting their hands messy, which means good old-fashioned barbecue is on the menu. Smokey’s serves breakfast favorites like omelets, biscuits and gravy, pancakes and much more. There are also a variety of entrees for lunch and dinner, such as burgers, sandwiches, wraps, salads and Cal-Mex creations. But Smokey’s reason for being is all about barbecue,...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Near the spot where Lake Tahoe Boulevard turns away from the lakeside and heads inland, Sno-Flake Drive In is a classic South Lake Tahoe fixture. The name, however, is more of a nod to the past than a description of the place, as it isn’t a true drive-in restaurant. The Sno-Flake is locally famous for its burgers, milkshakes and soft-serve ice cream. Recent improvements to...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
This restaurant should be on the list of any barbecue aficionado. Sonney's BBQ Shack offers all the down-home favorites you could want and expect, from St. Louis ribs, brisket and chicken to grits, fried pickles and sweet potato fries. They also work with local meat provider Overland for a special selection of hamburger meats. On the veggie side of the menu is a selection including...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Whether you are a guest at Sorensen’s Resort or just passing through on Highway 88, the Country Cafe has breakfast, lunch and dinner ready for you. The menu includes hearty meals such as beef stew, fresh fish, steak and salad, and the homemade quiche is worth traveling over the mountain for. Beer and wine round out the offerings at this rustic and welcoming high-country eatery....read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
When it comes to creating a great product, it all comes down to passion. And that is exactly what owners Chris and Nicole Smith have put into their creation of South Lake Brewing Company. Built on the admiration of both the area and the taste of excellent handcrafted beer, the warmth and welcoming atmosphere of South Lake Brewing Company brings to reality what Lake Tahoe...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Spoon is an excellent option for a mid-day meal or evening dining experience. Opening the doors at 3 p.m., Spoon gives guests the opportunity to eat a bite a bit earlier than many dinner restaurants. All the meals at Spoon are made by owner and executive chef Alise Pittman. She puts her heart and soul into creating a homemade-style dining experience. Within a small cabin,...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
If you want to see an example of a family living the Tahoe dream, look no further than Sprouts Natural Foods Cafe. Just a block or two from the lake on Harrison Avenue, Tyler and Cheryl run a cafe offering up fresh, organic and wholesome foods. For the past 25 years Sprouts has been a mainstay for those seeking healthy meals. The vegan soups are...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
OK, a peanut butter omelette may cause a breakfast connoisseur’s face to blanch, but Squeeze In on Truckee’s historic Commercial Row has so many creative omelette combos even the most discerning eater will eventually land on a satisfying choice. The cozy confines and exploded yard-sale decor of the Squeeze In (much of which is brought in by customers) matches the menu and the upbeat personalities...read more
Northstar California Resort
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
If you are skiing or snowboarding at Northstar and are looking for that perfect cup of coffee, then Starbucks is your best bet. Located in the center of the village, Starbucks is perfectly situated to grab a warm breakfast treat and a hot cup of your favorite beverage, making you ready to jump on the gondola and head up the mountain. For those wanting a...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
There is a brew pub in Cecil’s Fountain Plaza that raises the standard for this type of eatery. Stateline Brewery & Restaurant makes its own IPA, Pale Ale, Wit and Blonde brews and has on tap a nice selection of microbrews from throughout the West as well as a selection of bottled beers. Wines and specialty cocktails round out the alcoholic offerings, while the lunch...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Steamers is one of those places where the locals congregate. It might be after work or on a day that is free because of the rotation schedule, but a lot of the clientele here is made up of people who earn their pay by making Tahoe a vacation spot for the rest of the world. The name of the place is a nod to the...read more
