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.
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400 Brassie Avenue, Tahoe Vista, CA
Spindleshanks Restaurant is housed in a modern lodge on the Old Brockway Golf Course in Kings Beach. Decks out back and around the side provide alfresco dining with a view of the golf course. Inside it’s cozy and light with high ceilings, wood floors and a couple of fireplaces. Dinner options are eclectic with grilled rainbow trout, loin of pork schnitzel and vegan coconut vegetable curry. It is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner and is a great place to fill up before golf in the summer or to enjoy an après ski or après golf cocktail in the winter.
Spindleshanks Restaurant is housed in a modern lodge on the Old Brockway Golf Course in Kings Beach. Decks out back and around the side provide alfresco dining with a view of the golf course. Inside it’s cozy and light with high ceilings, wood floors and a couple of fireplaces. Dinner options are eclectic with grilled rainbow trout, loin of pork schnitzel and vegan coconut vegetable...read more
Spindleshanks Restaurant is housed in a modern lodge on the Old Brockway Golf Course in...read more
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Embark on a journey of flavor and positivity with FOLK Brewing Company. Born from a winter solstice celebration among friends in 2013, FOLK Brewing is the culmination of ideas, dreams and shared visions. What began as a simple conversation about kombucha sparked a revolution in craft brewing. Led by a seasoned chef with a passion for fermentation, FOLK Brewing set out to create a kombucha unlike...read more
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If you're thinking that a highlight of your Tahoe vacation might be a nice casino buffet dinner, Harrah’s Forest Buffet should be on your shortlist. For one thing, before you take even one bite, the view is spectacular, and no wonder, since the restaurant is on the 18th floor. As for the food, there is a good selection and a lot of it. Depending on...read more
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If you want to brag that you’ve been to the highest year-round bar at Tahoe, then you need to drive up Kingsbury Grade and visit Fox & Hound Smokehouse Grill & Bar. A full restaurant and bar, they serve everything you’d expect to find at a good bar and grill, plus they are rightfully proud of their award-winning barbecue. In fact, the Fox & Hound...read more
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Located inside the Red Hut restaurant at the Ski Run Center, Free Bird Chai is the answer for those who need help getting going in the morning. There are plenty of hot and cold caffeinated drinks to choose from. Grab a baked good to make it a complete breakfast, snack or even lunch. Take it to go or sit inside. It's bright and airy indoors...read more
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Freel Perk is more than a coffee shop out in Meyers that keeps things as local as possible with its coffee and baked goods. Breakfast fare like eggs cooked multiple ways, quiche, avocado toast and smoothies are sure to satisfy. Playfully named for the highest mountain in El Dorado County and with the slogan Coffee with Altitude, Freel Perk is adjacent to Frescana Mexican Bistro...read more
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If you enjoy fresh, healthy Mexican food, then you must check out Frescana Mexican Bistro in Meyers. Based on the belief that a dining experience should nourish the body, surprise the taste buds and set the stage for great conversation, Frescana is a casual Mexican experience with flair. With their gigantic menu, every taste bud will find a dish worthy of repeat. They also serve...read more
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Freshie’s Restaurant is about fresh and tasty food. It’s a tiny spot, and even though it is right on Lake Tahoe Boulevard you have to look closely to find it. A small dining room and bar is offset by a great second-story deck with a view of the lake. The food here is creative and wholesome with an emphasis on organic cuisine including vegetarian, vegan...read more
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The restaurant is called a grill, and the recommended attire is business casual, but Friday’s Station in Harrah’s is definitely a fine-dining option. To begin with, it is located on the top floor, making the view alone worth the visit. Beyond that, the meats are certified Angus and USDA Choice beef, while the seafood is fresh and the side dishes are creative. On top of...read more
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There is something magical about the combination of enjoying hot, tasty fries while breathing in the mountain air. This is nowhere more apparent than at Frites, a small French fry stand located by the ice rink in Northstar Village. With its French persona, Frites goes beyond the common French fry with delicious gourmet offerings like bison chili fries, short rib fries and poutine – French...read more
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If you are looking for an epic sandwich that is one of the best in town, Full Belly Deli is a sure bet. A local favorite that is true to its name, Full Belly Deli serves tasty breakfast and lunch items that are certain to leave you completely satisfied and ready for whatever your day has in store. If you're in a hurry, be sure...read more
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Got a hankering for a cold drink and some California cuisine as you’re boating across Lake Tahoe in the summer? Pull up to the pier at Gar Woods Grill and they’ll valet park your vessel while you slip in for a refreshment. Take in the amazing views of the jewel of the Sierra from the deck and balconies or from inside Gar Woods through their...read more
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With its traditional homemade pasta and pizzas, Gastronamiac feels a bit like traveling to Italy. An array of pastas is available with a choice of sauce including tomato basil, meat bolognese, basil pesto and three cheese. Choose from one of more than a dozen pizzas. Gastronamiac will also cater your events. A selection of Italian reds, whites and bubbly are on the wine list.read more
