Tahoe Restaurants: Bars & Pubs

We can all explain why the Lake Tahoe area is as popular as it is with locals and visitors. The mind-blowing beauty of Mother Nature is probably explanation No. 1. All the exhilarating ways to get into the surrounding environment would likely come in second. But somewhere near the top of that list will be all the fun to be had après ________ (fill in the activity … doesn’t have to be only ski!). And a whole lot of that fun can be found in Lake Tahoe bars and pubs. When the sun sinks behind those mountains and the glow covers that lake, it’s _____ time (fill in the blank again … martini, craft beer, margarita … doesn’t have to be Miller!). We play hard here, with hard being relative. South Lake Tahoe bars options take first prize due to the huge variety of them, but your favorite spot might be discovered in any of our towns. The best bars in Lake Tahoe might be hole in the wall, smoky joints that serve the best bourbon you’ve ever tasted, classy casino digs that specialize in shaken, not stirred or that rustic bar with the huge roaring fireplace and your favored shiraz on pour. Your Lake Tahoe bar … your choice. 

Brooks' Bar & Deck

Edgewood Tahoe Resort
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
180 Lake Parkway, Stateline, NV
(888) 881-8659

Situated along Edgewood Tahoe’s legendary golf course and carefully masterminded by famed architect Frank Gehry, Brooks’ Bar & Deck perfects the gastropub concept by embellishing it as a gorgeously wooded gathering place. Serving gourmet comfort food and other expertly prepared pub-inspired menu items, Brooks’ Bar & Deck is the perfect place to oversee a game of golf or enjoy vistas of Lake Tahoe from the...read more

Situated along Edgewood Tahoe’s legendary golf course and carefully masterminded by famed architect Frank Gehry,...read more

Casa Baeza Mexican Restaurant

Lake Tahoe Restaurant
10010 Bridge Street, Truckee, CA
(530) 587-2161

Casa Baeza, a cherished establishment in old Truckee for 35 years, has a captivating history. Founded by Andres and Noelia Baeza, who passionately ran it for three decades, the legacy now continues with current owners Miguel and Cesar Aguilar, who worked under Andres and Noelia for years learning their expertise. The restaurant boasts a remarkable selection of more than 150 tequilas, 30 whiskey varieties and an array...read more

Casa Baeza, a cherished establishment in old Truckee for 35 years, has a captivating history....read more

Cedar House Pub

Granlibakken Tahoe
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
725 Granlibakken Road, Tahoe City, CA
(530) 581-7566

For a gastro pub menu and lodge-style dining, head to Cedar House Pub at Granlibakken Tahoe. Guests can enjoy seasonal menus and specials, including a kids’ menu, a full bar and specialty cocktails. There's a cozy fireplace and views of the surrounding mountain scenery. During the warmer months, dining is available on the outside deck. Reservations are recommended on OpenTable, and take-out is available on...read more

For a gastro pub menu and lodge-style dining, head to Cedar House Pub at Granlibakken...read more

Coffee And

Lake Tahoe Restaurant
10106 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, CA
(530) 587-3123

Serving lunch and breakfast, Coffee And is a place to go if you are looking for old-fashioned home-cooked meals. Known for their friendly, speedy service and well-sized portions, Coffee And has made a name for itself as a place favored by locals. For breakfast be sure to try their absolutely amazing cinnamon rolls or super-fluffy pancakes. For lunch they offer delicious sandwiches, Mexican dishes and...read more

Serving lunch and breakfast, Coffee And is a place to go if you are looking...read more

Crosby's Kitchen & Cocktail

Lake Tahoe Restaurant
868 Tahoe Boulevard #4, Incline Village, NV
(775) 833-1030

Crosby’s Kitchen & Cocktail in Christmas Tree Village is a restaurant and bar with friendly staff, a welcoming vibe and ample TVs to watch sports. They’re open every day except Wednesday for all-day brunch, lunch and dinner with a little bit of everything on the menu. Lunch and dinner fare ranges from grilled salmon to chicken & waffles, Wagyu or crabcake sliders to their popular Chicken...read more

Crosby’s Kitchen & Cocktail in Christmas Tree Village is a restaurant and bar with friendly...read more

Edgewood Restaurant

Edgewood Tahoe Resort
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
180 Lake Parkway, Stateline, NV
(888) 881-8659

Edgewood Restaurant in the Clubhouse at Edgewood Tahoe is one of South Lake Tahoe's hidden gems. With its floor-to-ceiling windows, the restaurant offers striking views of Lake Tahoe. Diners indulge in culinary masterpieces paired with a carefully selected and diverse wine list. Reservations are strongly encouraged.read more

Edgewood Restaurant in the Clubhouse at Edgewood Tahoe is one of South Lake Tahoe's hidden gems. With its...read more

Emerald Bay Bar & Grill

Lake Tahoe Restaurant
888 Emerald Bay Road, South Lake Tahoe, CA
(530) 541-7017

Every town has places where the locals go to have fun, and Emerald Bay fits the bill in South Lake Tahoe. Emerald Bay Bar & Grill serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily and offers daily happy hour drink specials such as their famous $2 tacos, Chili Verde weekend breakfast and Steak and Shrimp Sunday dinner. The sports bar is a gathering spot for friends to meet and...read more

Every town has places where the locals go to have fun, and Emerald Bay fits...read more

FiRE + iCE Grill + Bar

Shops at Heavenly Village
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
4100 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA
(530) 542-6650

One of the first of the fun and different restaurants to come to South Lake Tahoe with the redevelopment projects near the state line was FiRE + iCE Bar + Grill. The concept is that you choose your own components and sauces and the chef grills it all up right in front of you. It works very well with the Heavenly Village setting of whole-timber...read more

One of the first of the fun and different restaurants to come to South Lake...read more

Jason's Beachside Grille

Lake Tahoe Restaurant
8338 North Lake Boulevard, Kings Beach, CA
(530) 546-3315

Enjoy beautiful lake views from Jason's summer deck or dine inside in a rustic, old Tahoe atmosphere by their cozy fire-pit. Their menu features American classics such as slow-roasted prime rib, seafood, pasta, gourmet burgers and nightly specials. Savor their house specialty, baby back ribs, which they slow cook using specially designed ovens. Jason’s offers a full bar with an extensive wine list and a...read more

Enjoy beautiful lake views from Jason's summer deck or dine inside in a rustic, old...read more

Keys Cafe

Lake Tahoe Restaurant
2279 Lake Tahoe Boulevard #2, South Lake Tahoe, CA
(530) 542-3800

A little eatery overflowing with Tahoe charm is the Keys Cafe. Right about where Tahoe Keys Boulevard meets Lake Tahoe Boulevard, this cabin serves breakfast and lunch with free-range organic eggs, healthy and hearty sandwiches and seasonal homemade soups. You’ll also find fruit smoothies, coffee and tea. The cafe has a large catering menu and free WiFi.read more

A little eatery overflowing with Tahoe charm is the Keys Cafe. Right about where Tahoe...read more

Lake Tahoe AleWorX at the Y

Lake Tahoe Restaurant
2050 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA
(530) 600-0442

South Lake Tahoe has always been a craft beer kind of a place, even before microbrew was a buzzword. So the Lake Tahoe AleWorX taproom at the Y doesn't feel so much like it is a new watering hole and pizzeria. It's more as if it's just a final puzzle piece that is a perfect fit. The taproom features local craft brew with a self-serve concept that...read more

South Lake Tahoe has always been a craft beer kind of a place, even before...read more

Lake Tahoe AleWorX Stateline

Lake Tahoe Restaurant
31 U.S. Highway 50, #105, Stateline, NV
(775) 580-6163

Right in the middle of the action in the Stateline casino corridor, Lake Tahoe AleWorX's Stateline location serves an ever-rotating selection of specialty craft beers and cocktails along with wood-fired pizza, small bites, fresh salads and desserts. They are most known at this location for their nightlife that's been voted Best Night Scene for the Tahoe area for several years in a row. While the Lake Tahoe AleWorX...read more

Right in the middle of the action in the Stateline casino corridor, Lake Tahoe AleWorX's Stateline...read more