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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Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
111 Country Club Drive, Incline Village, NV
Osteria Sierra blends the essence of an authentic Italian osteria with the charm of the alpine region. Nestled within the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino, Osteria Sierra is a culinary haven that promises to elevate your dining experience in a cozy yet elegant dining space. From their freshly made pasta, handcrafted with love in-house, to succulent steaks, seafood delicacies and heavenly desserts, every bite is a testament to their commitment to excellence. But it's not just about the food – it's about creating unforgettable moments. Whether you're savoring a romantic dinner for two or gathering with friends and family, their attentive staff is dedicated to ensuring that every aspect of your dining experience is nothing short of perfection. The restaurant takes pride in supporting Lake Tahoe's local community. That's why they proudly source ingredients from the Tahoe Food Hub, connecting patrons with locally grown and organic produce at fair prices. Osteria Sierra also offers American-style family-friendly breakfasts.
Osteria Sierra blends the essence of an authentic Italian osteria with the charm of the alpine region. Nestled within the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino, Osteria Sierra is a culinary haven that promises to elevate your dining experience in a cozy yet elegant dining space. From their freshly made pasta, handcrafted with love in-house, to succulent steaks, seafood delicacies and heavenly desserts, every...
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Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Grand Central Pizza & Pasta– the name just about says it all. The only way to improve on the moniker would be to note that they also have calzones, burgers, sandwiches and salads. Near the South Y and the intersection of Lake Tahoe Boulevard and Tahoe Keys Boulevard, Grand Central is convenient to get to and offers good food in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere....read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
A restaurant built around the tasty delight of a well-made pizza, Great Gold is all about pizza the Italian way. Created by David Steele, curator of flour + water (a gourmet Italian eatery in San Francisco), Chef Brandon Kirksey and Randal Hutchinson, the dining experience is top notch and absolutely tasty. The menu is packed with antipastas like salads and meatballs as well as designer pizzas...read more
Shops at Heavenly Village
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Named after Heavenly’s famous run, Gunbarrel Tavern and Eatery is an après-ski grill located right near the gondola in Heavenly Village. During the snow season it can get pretty crowded, but there is overflow seating outside at the fire pits. The menu isn’t huge, but the meals are good, solid comfort food, and there is a good selection of craft beers and appetizers. Top picks...read more
Lake Tahoe American & Family Oriented
Born out of a mobile catering grill, Gus’ Open Pit Barbecue is not your usual barbecue joint. While most types of grilling originated in the South, Gus’ employs a California style that came from the central coast around the town of Santa Maria. Tri-tip, seasoned with a dry rub, is slow grilled over an open fire of red oak. It’s served straight, without sauce, so...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
