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.
Featured for Your Visit
The Village at Palisades Tahoe
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
1750 Village East Road, Olympic Valley, CA
The Village at Palisades Tahoe is the epitome of ski-in, ski-out luxury. Nestled just steps away from world-class skiing, thrilling activities and captivating events, this extraordinary lodging offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience with stunning mountain views and a bird's-eye perspective of the vibrant village below. Whether it's a romantic evening dinner, a family-friendly meal or a lively night out, you'll find a plethora of dining options to suit your tastes. From charming coffee shops to lively bars, from street dancing to the rhythm of live music or a serene yoga studio, there's something for everyone. The Village at Palisades Tahoe is also the launchpad for the Aerial Tram, which soars 2,000 vertical feet to High Camp, for breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe, hiking in wildflowers in the summer, skiing in the winter and dining year-round.
The Village at Palisades Tahoe is the epitome of ski-in, ski-out luxury. Nestled just steps away from world-class skiing, thrilling activities and captivating events, this extraordinary lodging offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience with stunning mountain views and a bird's-eye perspective of the vibrant village below. Whether it's a romantic evening dinner, a family-friendly meal or a lively night out, you'll find a...read more
The Village at Palisades Tahoe is the epitome of ski-in, ski-out luxury. Nestled just steps...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
With the distinction of being the longest-running breakfast establishment in Truckee, Wagon Train Coffee Shop has a story that makes you proud to be a patron. It was started by Reg and Arline Smart in 1947; he lived to 93, passing away in June 2010. Their youngest son, Brian, who had started mopping floors at age 10, took over in 1976 and has kept Wagon Train...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Waterman's Landing is a place of gathering, delicious food and adventure on the shores of Lake Tahoe. This year-round hot spot is nestled on Patton Landing Beach. With easy access to Lake Tahoe, Waterman's Landing provides kayak and paddleboard tours and lessons as well as rentals of paddleboards, kayaks, canoes and other water toys. Fitness offerings include paddleboard workouts, beach boot camps and yoga sessions....read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
West Shore Cafe and Inn is one of the premier gourmet restaurants in Lake Tahoe. Attached to a small lodge that offers five suites and two villas, all looking out toward Lake Tahoe, the property is considered a place of luxury. The cafe is a full-scale culinary experience on the water, ideal for watching sunsets and moonrises. The menu focuses on tasty and unique creations...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
West Shore Market & Deli is a modern, clean, inviting grocery store that not only sells organic, locally grown food, but also serves up some tasty treats. Considered a deli, store, coffee and juice bar and wine cellar (with more than 1,000 varieties of wine), West Shore Market is a one-stop shop. The deli aspect offers the usual fare of sandwiches, salads, soups, in-house cured...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
West Shore Pizza is the place to get a slice of thin-crust pizza in a small-town atmosphere. The chefs and owners take pride in their pizza creations, using only organic ingredients as well as additive-free, all-natural, slow-milled pizza flour, making the dough that much more perfect. They adopt the Neapolitan form of pizza creation, using a wood-fired oven at a temperature of 700 degrees, which...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Wetzel’s Pretzels is all about using fresh dough to create a super-premium pretzel. The original is always a favorite, but consider trying the Cheese Meltdown, Sinful Cinnamon, Wetzel Dog or Wetzel Bitz. These doughy delights are more than snack, they can be a meal. This restaruant is conveniently located in Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe.read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Where We Met Gelateria and Espresso Bar is an adorable cafe recreating a little bit of Italy in Lake Tahoe. Owner Elizabeth Fontaine decided to bring the engaging, friend-creating atmosphere that she found while traveling around the Italian countryside back to Tahoe. Her hope is that over espresso and gelato people will find new friendships and new connections. Her gelato is made fresh daily, and...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Whitecaps Pizza has created the perfect combination: delicious pizza accompanied with stellar views. On the shores of Lake Tahoe in Kings Beach, Whitecaps Pizza is a restaurant offering pizza, appetizers and sandwiches. They also have 14 handcrafted beers on tap as well as an extensive domestic and international wine selection. Their welcoming, clean establishment is great for enjoying your meal indoors or on the outside...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Long before those ubiquitous chain coffee places started popping up across America, Truckee had its own go-to spot: Wild Cherries. The long-standing meeting place in Truckee is a cross between Cheers (sans the adult beverages) and an establishment owned by a buddy, which means after a while employees will know your name and order upon your entrance. No worries, though, if you’re just visiting town....read more
The Village at Palisades Tahoe
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Wildflour Baking Company is more than just a bakery. It is an iconic part of the history of Palisades Tahoe (formerly known as Squaw Valley). You see, Wildflour Baking Company has been an integral part of the career of many an aspiring pro skier. Susan Lopez created her bakery to not only offer some incredibly delicious cookies, cinnamon rolls and bagels, but also to heed...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Yellow Submarine is, naturally, a submarine-sandwich shop. They build foot-long and half-foot subs on local bread, and over its 40 years in business the restaurant has won several awards for great sandwiches. They also offer meat and cheese platters as well as sandwich platters. The Yellow Sub is a very tiny shop, but it is just a short walk from the Lakeview Commons, so if...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Longtime residents and visitors know it as the Lodge, even though it now goes by the name of the Zephyr Cove Restaurant. This historic building has a stonework fireplace, views of the lake and forest and some of the best milkshakes at the lake. Adjacent to the Zephyr Cove Resort amenities, the Lodge serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. This means pancakes and eggs, sandwiches, burgers...read more
