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
2285 River Road, Tahoe City, CA
Offering hearty gourmet dining and bar specials in a nostalgic atmosphere, River Ranch is a landmark destination for visitors and a locals' favorite year-round. Nestled on the banks of the Truckee River, River Ranch is poised to catch people tubing down the mellow rapids during the heat of the summer and to capture the après-ski crowd funneling down from the ski resorts during the cold winter nights. Their seasonal patio is home to an outdoor bar that serves the iconic Class V River Rum Punch and their famous nachos, with alfresco dining under the stars. The cozy and intimate indoor bar and restaurant are known for memorable meals, scenic river views and gathering around one of the two fireplaces. Their menu brings together all the summer and winter favorites with California cuisine and rotating specials and is proud to offer game, fish, chicken, burgers and veggie options. They also provide 19 small, boutique-style rooms for guests; reservations are highly recommended.
Offering hearty gourmet dining and bar specials in a nostalgic atmosphere, River Ranch is a landmark destination for visitors and a locals' favorite year-round. Nestled on the banks of the Truckee River, River Ranch is poised to catch people tubing down the mellow rapids during the heat of the summer and to capture the après-ski crowd funneling down from the ski resorts during the cold...read more
Offering hearty gourmet dining and bar specials in a nostalgic atmosphere, River Ranch is a...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
If you're a proud owner of a sweet tooth, Aloha Ice Cream and Dessert Spa might just put you into a happy daze. Locally owned and operated, they offer ice cream, sundaes, ice cream cakes and even fresh waffle cones. The location is perfect to stop and grab a treat while walking or biking the lakeside path between Timber Cove Marina and Lakeside Commons. Aloha...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Alpina is a coffee shop combining old and new at Tahoe. It is in one of the historic buildings in the area, out on Emerald Bay Road, and has a brand-new owner as of the fall of 2015. Alpina continues to serve Alpen Sierra coffees and teas but now also has a long list of exotic coffee drinks, both hot and cold. The cafe serves...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
The house restaurant for breakfast and lunch at Harrah’s is the American River Cafe, but it is unlike any other mainstream casino diner you’ve ever seen. It’s designed to look as if you're eating in a forest alongside a meandering stream, a wonderfully calming atmosphere and a nice break from the bells and whistles of the casino floor. The menu includes breakfast standards, sandwiches, burgers...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Art of Gelato is a culinary masterpiece of frozen yumminess. A little spot hidden within the Ski Run Marina, Art of Gelato offers many flavors so even the picky sweet tooth will find a taste to like. The shop is located right on the beach, and the delicious cold treat is a perfect combination for enjoying a hot summer Lake Tahoe beach day.read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Artemis Mediterranean Grill serves Greek and Mediterranean dishes that are freshly prepared and handmade daily, and they are committed to using foods that are locally sourced and organic. Located in the King’s Trading Post shopping center, this restaurant is not perhaps as grandiose as its more recent sister restaurant, Artemis Lakefront Cafe, but the grill is the original, the spot that was so popular that...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
If you’re hungry and in the mood for meal that tastes home cooked, Austin’s is the place for you. Their motto is "comfort food for the soul" – with all signature dishes made from scratch. Austin's is open for lunch and dinner. Signature salads like Doug’s Favorite is a meal – or two. Main courses range from sandwiches and burgers to steaks, seafood and multiple...read more
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
Northstar California Resort
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
It’s hard to beat barbecue and beer after a long day shredding the slopes. Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe nailed the concept with its Backyard Bar & BBQ on the slope-side back patio of the hotel. The goodness starts with wintertime ski-in/ski-out access, an on-site meat smoker, homemade barbecue sauces and a great selection of craft brews and specialty cocktails. Along with the barbecue pork, brisket and...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
With its spot on the main corner of Downtown Truckee, Bar of America’s location alone draws people through its doors. After being in business since 1974, there is more to the place locals call “B of A” than where it stands (and, yes, B of A was once a Bank of America). Sure, the historic red brick building and large windows are authentically inviting, but...read more
Shops at Heavenly Village
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Whether you live at Tahoe or you are in town visiting, when you go to Base Camp Pizza Co. you are on vacation. It’s located in the Heavenly Village, so right off the bat there’s the relaxed resort-town atmosphere. Both the inside and outside are inviting with a rustic-wood decor, and the outside also has some nice fire pits for the chilly Tahoe evenings. Drinks...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
There is an eclectic little coffee shop in the Round Hill shopping center called Bean Bar. It’s a fun spot with lots of local art and a relaxed, Tahoe-time atmosphere. They carry all the staples of this kind of an eatery, such as bagels, pastries, ice cream, smoothies and, of course, coffee. Get something to go or spend some time and make this your new...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
If you enjoy the finger-licking yumminess of ribs, then you must check out Bear Beach BBQ. Secret recipes make for amazing flavors that can only be found in this welcoming and comfortable restaurant. The lunch and dinner menus are simple. The focus is on their delicious ribs that are dry rubbed and then smoked with mesquite, their brisket that is wet aged before being rubbed...read more
Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Breakfast, lunch or dinner, Bear Moon Bar and Grill is ready to serve you with a menu befitting a world-class destination. At the Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort, where Ski Run Boulevard meets Lake Tahoe Boulevard in the center of South Shore, Bear Moon's breakfast menu features cage-free eggs in a variety of dishes, many featuring their signature Wild Thyme Potatoes. For lunch and dinner, if...read more
