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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Lake Tahoe Restaurant
3310 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Elements Eatery & Bar is one of the few restaurants anywhere in the Lake Tahoe Basin that can boast of lake views from its outdoor seating and from every seat inside as well. Even better is the distinctive menu that owners describe as Mexi-Cali. The smash burger has a ton of Latin herbs in it, while the au jus for the French dip is also Latin-based with chili peppers. The menu has shareable items like the Fiesta Nachos, Taco Sampler and Street Fries, a meal in itself with house-made fries and an all-beef hot dog with ketchup, crema, mustard, Tabasco, lime and jalapeno. This South Lake Tahoe restaurant is all about fresh ingredients, from the corn and flour tortillas made in-house to the juices and mixes for the full bar. With the grassy area out front fenced off, adult beverages may be consumed at outside tables. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available seven days a week. Elements also offers catering for special occasions.
Elements Eatery & Bar is one of the few restaurants anywhere in the Lake Tahoe Basin that can boast of lake views from its outdoor seating and from every seat inside as well. Even better is the distinctive menu that owners describe as Mexi-Cali. The smash burger has a ton of Latin herbs in it, while the au jus for the French dip is also Latin-based with...read more
Elements Eatery & Bar is one of the few restaurants anywhere in the Lake Tahoe Basin...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Happy Tiers Bakery is much more than the go-to place for custom cakes for that special occasion, be it a wedding, birthday or just because. The cafe offers a variety of freshly baked pastries and spreads including cupcakes, macaroons, cookies, tarts and mini pies. Some are sweet, others savory. Gluten-free and vegan options are also available. Everything is made on site at the Incline Village...read more
Shops at Heavenly Village
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
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
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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
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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
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Hey Chef! is your source for private chefs, bartenders, baristas and waitstaff for every in-home event. Create the most delicious memories with custom menus and polished, professional staff who serve you where it matters most – home. They provide the staff, the service and all the clean-up with just one call. Hey Chef! accommodates the most discriminating tastes whether you’re hosting a private in-home corporate...read more
Palisades Tahoe | Alpine Meadows
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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
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If you make it up to the 18th floor of Harrah’s, in addition to the Forest Buffet you’ll find the Highlander Bar. The full bar is complemented by a great view of the lake and even a little relaxed dining. The signature cocktail here is The Donald, and the overnight menu includes a nice breakfast so you can watch the sun rise while enjoying your...read more
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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
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You’ve got three options when dining at Hiro Sushi in Kings Beach: You can sit at the bar in front and enjoy happy hour specials, take a table and be waited on or get a seat at the sushi bar and fill your belly from their all-you-can-eat sushi menu. The dining room is well-lit with Japanese-themed murals on the walls and a big tank of...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Alongside the main gaming floor in Bally's Lake Tahoe is HQ Center Bar. The bar circles a fire pit and creates an oasis of calm in the midst of the casino frenzy, although you can play video poker there if you like. The best times to hit it are early or late because it can get a little crowded during the peak party times. The Stage...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
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 Restaurant
If you love fresh-baked sourdough bread, Incline Bak'd is for you. Specializing in stromboli, focaccia bread sandwiches and focaccia bread pizza, they bake their own bread in-house using traditional methods and the finest ingredients. Their sourdough bread, from their own starter, is naturally leavened using unfermented beer wort combined with organic unbleached flour to capture wild yeasts and bacteria from the local environment, giving it a...read more
