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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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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There is no shortage of sushi places in South Tahoe, but many offer only mid-level dining experiences. Sushi Kai is an upscale sushi and Asian restaurant in Harrah’s with Japanese nigari, sashimi and fusion rolls as well as traditional Asian dishes. The full bar offers beer, wine, sake and specialty cocktails. Top picks here are the miso soup, the Seven Star Roll and the Kung...read more
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Sushi Pier Tahoe in Stateline is an outpost of the popular sushi restaurant in Reno. It offers all-you-can-eat sushi seven days a week and a large selection of lunch and dinner entrees. The rolls menu includes hand rolls, long rolls and dinner long rolls and a special section of Reservoir Rolls, a nod to the Quentin Tarantino cult-classic film. As one of the few restaurants...read more
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Susie Scoops Ice Cream is a very popular place to get your frozen delight fix in Incline Village. They feature 28 flavors of ice cream, many of them locally made by Hoch Family Creamery. They’ve also got frozen yogurt, smoothies, shaved ice, milkshakes, malts, hand-dipped waffle cones and good ol’ hot fudge sundaes and banana splits. Grab yourself a waffle cone of rocky road, take a...read more
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Swiss Lakewood is an exquisite representation of European hospitality offering hearty, rich meals prepared with love. With a longstanding history on the west shore of Lake Tahoe, Swiss Lakewood is a favorite for visitors and locals. Their meals are well-portioned and are made with quality, locally grown ingredients. The ambiance of Swiss Lakewood is a lot like stepping into the home of a long-lost, well-to-do...read more
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This American bistro in Tahoe City gets its name from the Latin word sylva, meaning forest, and prides itself on offering down-to-earth fine casual dining. The seasonal shared plates menu at Sylva draws inspiration from global flavors and locally sourced ingredients when possible. This means the menu is always changing. Acclaimed chef Andrew Shimer is in the kitchen, and wood-fired cooking, both for meats and...read more
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T’s Mesquite Rotisserie cooks chicken and beef tri-tip on a rotisserie and serves them up several ways. The chicken is done in a soy lime marinade or the sweet and spicy Yucatan style with citrus, pineapple and achiote chili, and served with a choice of sides. You can get a quarter or a half chicken served with a couple sides and tortillas for a reasonable...read more
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If you are looking for authentic, tasty and inexpensive Mexican food, check out Tacos Herrera. This food truck is always on the move. Be sure to check their Facebook page to know where they are. read more
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If you're looking for Tacos Jalisco in Kings Beach, you'll want to keep your eyes open for the small orange sign facing east/west as you drive by. And your attentiveness and persistence will be rewarded because, although the little Mexican eatery can be hard to find, the food there is tasty and authentic. It's an intimate diner where you get big servings of good food...read more
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Walking into Tacos Jalisco is like stepping into a small family kitchen on the outskirts of Guadalajara. The authentic tortas, tostadas, burritos and street-style tacos can be filled with your choice of carne asada, pork adobada, beef barbacoa, chicken, chili verde or other exotic delicacies. Fill your belly with tamales, enchiladas, flautas, sopes or ceviche. Stop in on the weekend for the menudo or pozole...read more
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Thanks to Tahoe Bagel Company, getting a delicious homemade, East Coast-style bagel is easy. Owned and operated by two brothers with a bagel baking history that dates back generations, Tahoe Bagel Company is built on their New Jersey roots, where the bagel is a way of life. They use only the best quality ingredients for their bagels, sandwiches and coffee, with many items imported from...read more
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If you are yearning for a delicious treat, then check out Tahoe Bear Tea House. A welcoming environment offering flavorful bubble tea, Thai tea, milk tea, tea lattes, smoothies and fruit tea, Tahoe Bear Tea House is the new hot spot for delectable drinks and desserts. Using only premium black tea leaves in combination with specially imported chewy boba from Taiwan, this unique tea house...read more
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Tahoe Brew House, formerly known as Mountain Brews, is a destination for exceptional craft beer in South Lake Tahoe. Step into their cozy cabin or relax in their serene aspen garden setting as you savor a rotating selection of premium brews. Open Thursday through Monday, they invite you to bring your furry friends along to enjoy their warm and inviting atmosphere. Whether you're a local...read more
