Tahoe Restaurants: American Fusion

The Lake Tahoe AleWorX Taproom at the Y has a more family-friendly appeal. It features local craft brew with a self-serve concept that allows customers to pour for themselves, delicious wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas, salads and an atmosphere that is pure High Sierra. This location opens to a large patio that features fire pits and frequent live music for guests to enjoy. The patio is shared by its sister restaurant, The Cocktail Corner, where guests can order food from AleWorX, listen to live music and enjoy a craft cocktail all at the same time. 

Lone Eagle Grille is the perfect spot to enjoy a delicious lakeside lunch while taking in the stunning views of North Lake Tahoe. As evening falls, savor a gourmet meal followed by a relaxing sit beside the outdoor firepit, listening to the gentle waves lapping at the shore. On cooler nights, cozy up by the grand stone fireplace with a single malt scotch or sidle up to the copper-topped bar for a craft cocktail. No matter where you choose to settle, the poke appetizer is always a must. Lone Eagle Grille offers a grand lodge ambiance, complete with rich wood accents, a wall lined with old books and soaring scissor-truss vaulted ceilings. Owned and operated by the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe, which is just across the street, this venue is perfect for weddings, receptions and large group gatherings. It’s an exceptional choice for a catered affair, providing an unforgettable setting for any occasion.

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.

A combination of live theater, high-end lounge and tapas-style dining, The Loft Theatre Magic & Comedy Theatre offers the full package for a fun night out. The nightly entertainment includes world-class comedy magicians performing in an intimate 107-seat, stadium-style theater. The lineup of performances includes a full slate of all-ages, family-friendly shows as well as a more limited selection of adult-oriented offerings. In addition to entertainment, The Loft Theatre's restaurant, TASTE at The Loft, features a vibrant mix of small plates and American tapas meant to be shared with your dining companions. The menu and acts change frequently, making the destination fun to visit multiple times a year. The Loft Lounge is a late-night hotspot in Heavenly Village.