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
3140 U.S. Highway 50, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Getaway Cafe has garnered local acclaim as the go-to spot for great breakfast and lunch experiences. With a legacy of six consecutive years as the recipient of the Best Breakfast and Best Lunch awards, and the prestigious honor of ranking 10th in Yelp's Top 100 Spots to Celebrate Mother's Day nationally, Getaway Cafe has been delighting patrons since its establishment in 2006. Serving alpine comfort cuisine, every dish on their menu is meticulously crafted using locally sourced ingredients, ensuring freshness and quality with each bite. Whether you're craving the vibrant flavors of Mexican/American fusion or the comforting classics of traditional breakfast fare, their house specialties such as chilaquiles, deluxe eggs Benedict and Coconut French Toast are sure to please. From their scratch-made creations to their use of locally sourced meat, produce and dairy suppliers, authenticity is at the heart of everything they do. Their dedication to quality extends to their partnerships with esteemed local vendors, including fresh-baked Truckee Sourdough bread, Alpen Sierra Coffee and Overland Meat Company's breakfast sausage patties. Their inviting atmosphere beckons guests to relax and unwind. During the summer months, the large, dog-friendly outdoor patio is a beloved gathering spot for locals and visitors, offering the perfect setting to savor brunch amidst scenic surroundings. With generous portions, attentive service and an extensive selection of draft beer, Bloody Marys and mimosas, every visit to Getaway Cafe is an unforgettable culinary journey.
Getaway Cafe has garnered local acclaim as the go-to spot for great breakfast and lunch experiences. With a legacy of six consecutive years as the recipient of the Best Breakfast and Best Lunch awards, and the prestigious honor of ranking 10th in Yelp's Top 100 Spots to Celebrate Mother's Day nationally, Getaway Cafe has been delighting patrons since its establishment in 2006. Serving alpine comfort cuisine,...read more
Getaway Cafe has garnered local acclaim as the go-to spot for great breakfast and 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
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Stoked Oak BBQ is a great place for enjoying a little protein while snowboarding or skiing Alpine Meadows. A restaurant that offers open-air grilling of nice-sized portions of tri-tip, locally made sausages, pulled pork, veggie kabobs and cast iron trout, Stoked Oak is certain to fill your belly and revitalize your energy stores. The secret to the tastiness is the zangy BBQ sauces that enhance...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Stony Ridge Uncommon Kitchen (known as simply Uncommon Kitchen) is a must visit for those who love organic, locally grown food made with love. Uncommon Kitchen creates meals with the motto of "making food that is made with integrity, while filling up your appetite and satisfying your soul." Open for lunch Monday through Friday and providing ready-made items in their refrigerator case, they make all...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Those of a certain age may remember Straw Hat Pizza as the fun birthday party restaurant of their youth. But in Tahoe it’s the Straw Hat Sports Bar & Grille, located in Harveys on the main casino floor. It’s still a celebrated spot, but for a slightly older demographic than pre-teens in party hats. With dozens of HDTVs, patrons can watch every NBA and NFL...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Privately owned and operated by the homeowners in the Village at Sugar Bowl, Sugar Bowl Resort has attracted skiers and snowboarders to the top of Donner Summit for nearly 75 years. As a Tahoe-area resort that consistently collects great stashes of snow, Sugar Bowl boasts four distinct peaks and an open-boundary policy for backcountry access. Other unique features include a scenic gondola ride into the car-free...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Sugar Pine Cakery is a small cafe offering sandwiches, salads, quiches, coffees and bakery items, and it's also a wedding cake specialist. Everything is created with love by owner Allison Sayles, who uses only organic ingredients at her tasty treat factory. Beyond wedding cakes, specialties of the cakery include gluten-free and vegan items along with cookies, brownies and cupcakes. They are open Wednesday to Sunday...read more
The Village at Palisades Tahoe
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
The Village at Palisades Tahoe
Offering delicious Hawaiian-inspired, fresh-food options, Sun Bowl Acai & Poke is The Village at Palisades Tahoe's newest breakfast and lunch option. The menu is filled with fully customizable acai and poke bowls, so healthy options abound. Add their satisfying vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and raw health options, and you have one of the best places for fueling up while enjoying your day on the mountain. You can also find tasty breakfast sandwiches, house-baked goods, espresso drinks and smoothies.
Offering delicious Hawaiian-inspired, fresh-food options, Sun Bowl Acai & Poke is The Village at Palisades Tahoe's newest breakfast and lunch option. The menu is filled with fully customizable acai and poke bowls, so healthy options abound. Add their satisfying vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and raw health options, and you have one of the best places for fueling up while enjoying your day on the mountain. You...read more
Offering delicious Hawaiian-inspired, fresh-food options, Sun Bowl Acai & Poke is The Village at Palisades...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Sunnyside Restaurant and Lodge is one of the best lakeside dining options in Lake Tahoe. The lodge itself is pretty small, with only 23 rooms available to guests. Each room is situated perfectly to take advantage of swimming, boating and enjoying lovely Tahoe sunsets. The rooms are directly connected to the extensive dining room. The restaurant is two different entities with two different kitchens. When...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
One way to really enjoy your time on the beach is with some comfort food and cold drinks, and at Zephyr Cove Beach the Sunset Bar and Grille fits the bill. Open spring through fall, this lakeside spot offers beverages and specialty frozen drinks as well as traditional pub food such as burgers, wings and fish tacos. Seating is available inside, on the deck or...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Sushi Pier Tahoe in Stateline is an outpost of the popular sushi restaurant in Reno. It offers all-you-can-eat sushi seven days a week and a large selection of lunch and dinner entrees. The rolls menu includes hand rolls, long rolls and dinner long rolls and a special section of Reservoir Rolls, a nod to the Quentin Tarantino cult-classic film. As one of the few restaurants...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
If you are looking for a fresh, new addition to the South Lake Tahoe dining scene, then check out Harvey's Lake Tahoe's new restaurant experience, TaCo. Cantina. The eatery serves up delicious recipes with a Mexican and Southwestern flair, offering dishes like shredded beef tacos, charbroiled short beef rib tacos, savory burgers, fries heaping with toppings, sizzling fajitas and delicious enchiladas. Beyond tasty food, they...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Tahoe House Bakery & Gourmet, a family-owned restaurant since 1977, is one of the favorite local places for getting a cup of tasty coffee or a freshly made sandwich. Their Swiss coffeemaker creates each cup of coffee for the individual. The bakery has the freshest bread around, with the bakers rising at 2 a.m. to start the different styles of breads that are part of...read more
