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
Shops at Heavenly Village
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
There are several fun restaurants around Heavenly Village that are good spots to relax after a day on the slopes, enjoy some live music or have a drink and watch the game. But sometimes that's not exactly what you are looking for. Sometimes, you just need a quick bite and a drink of coffee. Heaven's Little Café fills that need. The shop offers breakfast combos...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Heavenly Village is a collection of shops, restaurants and activities clustered around the Heavenly Ski Resort’s Gondola pad. The Village is tucked along the main boulevard through South Lake Tahoe near the Nevada casinos. Dining options range from ice cream, snack and coffee shops to gourmet burger and pizza restaurants. There’s a little bit of everything for those who like to shop, including art and...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Since 1964 Heidi's Pancake House has been serving breakfast and lunch in a quaint, adorable Swiss chalet in South Lake Tahoe. Their four-egg omelette menu takes up a full page. Other breakfast dishes include the traditional favorites. Salads, sandwiches and burgers are also on the menu, with the lunch items available at 11 a.m. The chalet theme from the outside is continued on the interior...read more
Palisades Tahoe | Alpine Meadows
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
High Camp at Palisades Tahoe is a conglomeration of various activities and dining and drinking opportunities. One of the favorite activities here is a roller-skating rink in the summer. High Camp is also home to the Olympic Museum, a gathering of appreciation for the 1960 Olympic Winter Games in Squaw Valley (now Palisades Tahoe). For skiers and snowboarders, this is both a launching pad for...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
A true German restaurant, Himmel Haus brings you the delicious flavorings of Bavaria. Offering more than 30 imported European beers and a full menu of German Bavarian specialties like spatzel, schnitzel and Bavarian pretzels, their goal is to inspire fun and full bellies. They also offer a nice wine menu if beer is not your thing. To keep diners entertained there are weekly activities such...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Hunan Garden of Lake Tahoe is near the Y and just a short way toward Emerald Bay. While located in an older building (Hunan Garden has been here for decades) with a dark exterior, the interior is actually well-lit and friendly. Diners can order from the menu or take advantage of the Chinese buffet, and it is often better to show up earlier than later...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
If you are looking for a fast-casual, local burger and beer spot, Inclined Burgers and Brews serves up exactly what you are looking for. The welcoming, inviting atmosphere pairs well with their food, which includes scrumptious, well-sized burgers, a fried chicken sandwich and yummy fries (the garlic fries are highly recommended). For lighter fare, there are salads, a veggie basket and veggie burger, and a...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
You may feel that the International House of Pancakes is like a piece of the past, a memory of when you were young and the family would eat out for a special breakfast or lunch. But the IHOP in South Lake Tahoe brings that past right up to the present, steep-roofed architecture and all. And in addition to the breakfast-all-day menu of pancakes, waffles, omelettes...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Jake's On The Lake is a longstanding favorite for both locals and visitors to the North Lake Tahoe area. The restaurant has a superb location situated directly on the shores of lake, making the views from the outdoor seating fantastic. The bar area is huge, perfect for large groups or parties. The menu ranges in styles of food — from Hawaiian-inspired seafood and steak to...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
South Lake Tahoe has a number of small eateries that rely more on the locals than on the tourist trade. When you locate such a restaurant, you can usually count on good food at reasonable prices and a lot of it. Jalapeño’s Taqueria is one such place, not far from the edge of town on Emerald Bay Road. Free homemade chips and salsa and free...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Jamba Juice is a chain that serves fruit and veggie smoothies and other good-for-you items such as bananas and berries and wheatgrass shots. The South Tahoe Jamba Juice is in the Raley's Shopping Center at Stateline, so it is in just the right spot to pick up a smoothie when you are walking around and exploring the nearby Heavenly shops. With breakfast wraps, muffins and steel-cut...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
JavaHut is an all-time local favorite hangout for coffee, breakfast items and sandwiches. A small cafe that is decorated with colorful local art and enhanced with a friendly attitude, JavaHut is a place where people come to meet new friends and enjoy a little time with old buddies. The menu is varied with regular quick breakfast options like bagels as well as the full spectrum...read more
