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
115 Grove Street, Tahoe City, CA
Christy Hill Lakeside Bistro is one of the prime fine-dining experiences in North Lake Tahoe. Perfectly situated to take in the beautiful views of Lake Tahoe with no obstructions (it is a mere 100 feet off the water), Christy Hill has the ambiance of pure romance and the finer things in life. The menu is rich and flavorful, with dishes that lend to blending the flavors of California and the Mediterranean. A few recommended dishes include Osso Buco di Maiale, a pork shank with gremolata, butter beans and apple butter-braised greens, or the Moroccan spice lamb loin with celery root-pistachio puree, olive stuffed piquillo peppers and charmoula sauce. To help accentuate the meal, the servers are well educated in pairing wines to their menu items. For dessert, an absolute favorite is the chocolate croissant bread pudding.
Christy Hill Lakeside Bistro is one of the prime fine-dining experiences in North Lake Tahoe. Perfectly situated to take in the beautiful views of Lake Tahoe with no obstructions (it is a mere 100 feet off the water), Christy Hill has the ambiance of pure romance and the finer things in life. The menu is rich and flavorful, with dishes that lend to blending the...read more
Christy Hill Lakeside Bistro is one of the prime fine-dining experiences in North Lake Tahoe....read more
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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 has taken the concept inside for a great restaurant located near the middle of town, where these snack foods join traditional dishes to make for full breakfasts, lunches and dinners. There is a wide selection of offerings, including tandoori...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
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Off the Hook is one of the higher-end sushi restaurants in the basin, but it has a fun, casual and high-energy atmosphere. It is almost exactly in the middle of the City of South Lake Tahoe, and its offerings range outside of the items one would find in a more traditional sushi bar. The business prides itself not only on a fresh...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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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For visitors renting a place in Tahoe Donner or those hungry after hiking, biking or skiing, Pizza on the Hill in the Northwoods Clubhouse is the perfect place for tasty, convenient and reasonably priced food. Got kids? Even better, as Pizza on the Hill has plenty to keep them entertained in the game room. And while pizza is the star of the menu, there are...read more
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Located off the beaten track in Gray's Crossing, PJ’s Bar & Grill is easily overlooked. But its wooded setting just off the 18th hole of the golf course is picturesque, and the food excellent. The casual, expansive outdoor dining patio and surrounding lawn is a perfect place for kids to romp during summer evenings while their parents enjoy a beer or glass of wine and take...read more
