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
888 Emerald Bay Road, South Lake Tahoe, CA
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 specials. Be sure to try their famous $2 tacos, Chili Verde weekend breakfast and Steak and Shrimp Saturday dinner. The sports bar is a gathering spot for friends to meet and watch the game on one of the nine flat-screen TVs. This is a great spot for outdoor dining on the large patio with a fire pit as its centerpiece and horseshoes to play. The everyday happy hour runs from 3 to 6 p.m. and includes specials on beer, wine and liquor. Breakfast, running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., has long been a locals' favorite, with specialties such as the colossal country-fried steak, crab Benedict, Summit Sandwich and more. Don't miss Emerald Bay Bar & Grill's famous Ultimate Bloody Mary on weekends during the football season.
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 specials. Be sure to try their famous $2 tacos, Chili Verde weekend breakfast and Steak and Shrimp Saturday dinner. The sports bar is a gathering spot for friends to meet...read more
Every town has places where the locals go to have fun, and Emerald Bay fits...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
When you need a jolt of reliable caffeine, Starbucks is your answer. Situated on the main thoroughfare of Incline Village, this location is easy to get to. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating is provided to sit back and relax while enjoying a hot or cold beverage (caffeinated or not) as well as breakfast and lunch fare. This is one of 40,000 stores in 88 markets...read more
Shops at Heavenly Village
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
The Seattle-based coffee chain is alive and well in Heavenly Village. You'll find everything you expect – espresso, coffees, teas, drinks, snacks, baked goods and WiFi. This location is open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.read more
Northstar California Resort
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
If you are skiing or snowboarding at Northstar and are looking for that perfect cup of coffee, then Starbucks is your best bet. Located in the center of the village, Starbucks is perfectly situated to grab a warm breakfast treat and a hot cup of your favorite beverage, making you ready to jump on the gondola and head up the mountain. For those wanting a...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
There is a brew pub in Cecil’s Fountain Plaza that raises the standard for this type of eatery. Stateline Brewery & Restaurant makes its own IPA, Pale Ale, Wit and Blonde brews and has on tap a nice selection of microbrews from throughout the West as well as a selection of bottled beers. Wines and specialty cocktails round out the alcoholic offerings, while the lunch...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Steamers is one of those places where the locals congregate. It might be after work or on a day that is free because of the rotation schedule, but a lot of the clientele here is made up of people who earn their pay by making Tahoe a vacation spot for the rest of the world. The name of the place is a nod to the...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Steamers is a great restaurant option for two reasons. First, their menu is filled with tasty items. Second, their location can't be beat with its doors just a few steps away from the shoreline of Lake Tahoe. Steamers features hand-tossed pizzas, calzones, oven-baked sandwiches and, of course, steamed clams. Their dough is made fresh daily, and you can choose from their California classic crust or...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
The on-site restaurant for the Gravity Haus hotel, Stella isn’t your normal dining establishment. Rather than being a gourmet restaurant that offers incredible delicacies with a set menu, Stella relies on what is in season. The restaurant sources food products from as close to Truckee as possible. Stella will also host your group or family gathering. Gravity Haus hosts on-site weddings for 60 to 100...read more
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
There's nothing like enjoying a refreshing drink poolside. That's what Stillwater Pool Bar & Grill at the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort in Incline Village is all about – never having to leave your lounge chair to stay hydrated and fueled. While the lagoon-style pool is open year-round, the restaurant closes in the cooler months. Besides adult and non-alcoholic beverages, the restaurant offers made-to-order grill items...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Stingers Golf Lounge is all about swinging a club indoors while relaxing in plush seating. Each of the premium Trackman bays offers tour-grade swing analysis and immersive play on more than 400 of the world’s best courses. Full food and drink service can be delivered right to your bay. The lounge acts as hole 19 with plenty of libations and a food menu with elevated...read more
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Stoked Oak BBQ is a great place for enjoying a little protein while snowboarding or skiing Alpine Meadows. A restaurant that offers open-air grilling of nice-sized portions of tri-tip, locally made sausages, pulled pork, veggie kabobs and cast iron trout, Stoked Oak is certain to fill your belly and revitalize your energy stores. The secret to the tastiness is the zangy BBQ sauces that enhance...read more
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Stony Ridge Uncommon Kitchen (known as simply Uncommon Kitchen) is a must visit for those who love organic, locally grown food made with love. Uncommon Kitchen creates meals with the motto of "making food that is made with integrity, while filling up your appetite and satisfying your soul." Open for lunch Monday through Friday and providing ready-made items in their refrigerator case, they make all...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Sugar Pine Cakery is a small cafe offering sandwiches, salads, quiches, coffees and bakery items, and it's also a wedding cake specialist. Everything is created with love by owner Allison Sayles, who uses only organic ingredients at her tasty treat factory. Beyond wedding cakes, specialties of the cakery include gluten-free and vegan items along with cookies, brownies and cupcakes. They are open Wednesday to Sunday...read more
