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
395 North Lake Boulevard, Tahoe City, CA
Pepper's Taqueria is at the rear of Pete 'n Peters Sports & Spirits, Tahoe City’s original and much-loved sports bar. This means you can watch the game at the bar and enjoy Pepper's tasty tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, wings and cheeseburgers. Pepper's is known for its affordable Mexican food.
Pepper's Taqueria is at the rear of Pete 'n Peters Sports & Spirits, Tahoe City’s original and much-loved sports bar. This means you can watch the game at the bar and enjoy Pepper's tasty tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, wings and cheeseburgers. Pepper's is known for its affordable Mexican food. read more
Pepper's Taqueria is at the rear of Pete 'n Peters Sports & Spirits, Tahoe City’s...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
My Thai Cuisine offers authentic Thai food in a modern restaurant near the Y area of South Lake Tahoe. Fresh ingredients and quality herbs help create wonderful dishes, and the menu is extensive, including a vegetarian selection. Some top picks include the Hangover Noodle, Yellow Curry and the Pad Thai Crab. Unlike some other restaurants in the area, My Thai is happy to package your...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Chaat is a term for a type of Indian fast food, the kind that one would find at a roadside stand or food truck. Nikki’s Chaat Cafe has taken the concept inside for a great restaurant located near the middle of South Lake Tahoe, where these snack foods join traditional dishes to make for full breakfasts, lunches and dinners. There is a wide selection of...read more
Obexer's Boat Company & Obexer's Water Sports
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Obexer's General Store is so much more than a general store. It offers all the normal stuff that would be found at a corner convenience shop, but the goodies go far beyond that. At Obexer's you will find homemade sandwiches, the super-popular Obexer's secret sauces for pasta, salad dressings, BBQ sauce, seafood and marinades as well as specialty olives and mustards. Obexer's also offers freshly...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Off the Hook is one of the higher-end sushi restaurants in the basin. It has a fun, casual and high-energy atmosphere. It is almost exactly in the middle of the city of South Lake Tahoe. Offerings range outside of the items one would find in a more traditional sushi bar. The business prides itself not only on a fresh take on sushi,...read more
The Village at Palisades Tahoe
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
You won't regret interrupting your ski day with lunch at Oh! Burger in Olympic House at Palisades Tahoe. Oh! Burger is known for its Double Smash Burger, which comes with two juicy smash patties layered with melted American cheese, shredded lettuce, fresh tomato and a signature house sauce on a toasted potato bun. Vegetarians have the choice of a Beyond burger. Chili, fries and chicken...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
As you walk into Old Range Steakhouse, you’ll be greeted by the Wall of Wine from which you can select a bottle to accompany your meal. Slip into one of their vinyl booths surrounded by redwood paneling and take in the view of the lake and mountains. The vintage steakhouse atmosphere probably hasn’t been updated since the 1970s, but that’s not a complaint. Big is...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Located across from the Loading Dock and tucked in amongst the bricks of historic downtown, the Old Town Tap features a wood-fired pizza oven and serves Neapolitan-style pizzas with a unique crust that is made with a wild yeast starter from right here in the Sierra. Not into pizza? No problem. The salads are also special, as the chef works hand in hand with a...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
If you are looking for a healthy, quick option for breakfast or lunch, check out Pep's Place. Built on the belief that a healthy meal doesn't have to take a long time to make, Pep's creates familiar to-go dishes in a quick and friendly way, using the healthiest options available. A few favorites include their delicious veg breakfast burrito that comes complete with scrambled eggs,...read more
Northstar California Resort
Village at Northstar
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Petra is a wine and gourmet restaurant at Northstar, the perfect place for an afternoon or evening of relaxation with good drinks and good food. The restaurant offers indoor and outdoor seating, wines and craft beers, shared-plate appetizers, entrees and scrumptious desserts. Make it a wine tasting outing with their 150 wines available and then enjoy your selection on site or take it home with you....read more
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Northern California and Northern Italy are two distinct places, but they come together perfectly at Pianeta in downtown Truckee. Pianeta’s cuisine is inspired by Northern Italy, but the ambiance of the restaurant and bar could only be found in an Old West building along Truckee’s historic main street. Along with fresh, California-inspired takes on Italian dishes there are old-world standbys including homemade pastas, ravioli and...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Picnic Catering is a gourmet company that creates delectable dishes using only organic, locally grown food sourced within a 100-mile radius. The staff is able to assist with all the details of any size party, event or wedding, including holiday parties and business events. Within their offering is a handy drop-off Platters option, in which they'll drop off tasty home-cooked meals for any size group...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
A unique combination of bike shop and coffee house, Pine Nut Cycle Cafe is a full-service bike shop that offers everything for the beginner up to the pro, and they also have top-of-the-line bike rentals available. They take your experience to the next level with their healthy selection of cold-pressed juices, nut milks and coffee, at the same time offering a welcoming place to talk...read more
