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
259 Kingsbury Grade, Stateline, NV
There are cop bars, there are bars where journalists hang out after work, and at Tahoe there are ski bars. Mott Canyon Tavern and Grill on Lower Kingsbury is a ski bar. Pizza, burgers, fries and comfort food join a full bar with a party attitude. It’s not a large space, although the outdoor patio is a nice addition, but it’s packed with a lot of fun, from the jukebox to video poker and video games. The granite fireplace completes the whole Tahoe vibe.
There are cop bars, there are bars where journalists hang out after work, and at Tahoe there are ski bars. Mott Canyon Tavern and Grill on Lower Kingsbury is a ski bar. Pizza, burgers, fries and comfort food join a full bar with a party attitude. It’s not a large space, although the outdoor patio is a nice addition, but it’s packed with a lot...read more
There are cop bars, there are bars where journalists hang out after work, and at...read more
Northstar California Resort
Village at Northstar
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
When you want the fun atmosphere of a sports bar mixed with the family-friendly environment of an après ski restaurant, you want TC’s Pub. The menu is big on the kind of shareable appetizers/entrees that you can pass around and munch on while watching the big game, and the pub has 10 screens up for just that sort of an event. If you are there for an...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
In the food court at Harrah’s is a relatively new fast food Thai restaurant that serves up really good, authentic Thai dishes. The offerings include salads, seafood and noodle dishes as well as spring rolls and wontons. Try one of the combo plates with Pad Thai and the great Thai Boba Tea (bubble tea) too. This place is a good choice for food at Harrah’s...read more
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Near the Ponderosa Golf Course on the way to the Truckee Tahoe Airport, there is a rustic shopping center. Between the high Sierra setting and the woodsy atmosphere, it's all very Western. But prepare to be surprised because this is where you can have a decidedly non-Western dining experience at the Thai Delicacy restaurant. The restaurant offers extensive lunch and dinner menus of authentic Thai...read more
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Thai Kitchen happens to be the only Thai restaurant in Tahoe City, but that is just fine because its food is outstanding. Made with fresh ingredients by chefs who grew up in Thailand, the dishes feature authentic flavors, and the portions are well-sized. The Thai Tea is quite tasty and makes for a great drink/dessert. Thai Kitchen offers take out for those wanting to eat...read more
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Thai on Ski Run is a new opportunity to get authentic, tasty and family-recipe Thai food in South Lake Tahoe. Once known as Nepheles, an adored establishment with a wild and beloved history that included hot tubs in the back, this new face to a longstanding favorite is filling the shoes nicely. With amazing dishes that come straight from the locally based owners' own Thai...read more
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Thai Recipe in Incline Village serves classic and modern Thai dishes in a quiet, softly lit dining room decorated with authentic Thai art and icons. They’ve got lots of deep-fried appetizers, several noodle dishes, interesting salads, soups and curries. They serve all the Thai favorites plus several house specials such as the Evil Jungle vegetable dish, duck curry and ginger wild halibut. Try the fried...read more
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Thania's Juice Bar is much, much more than just a juice bar. Serving exceptionally tasty breakfast and lunch items as well as a smorgasbord of freshly made juices, Thania's creates an easy way to fuel yourself for a day of fun in Lake Tahoe. The menu is known to have delicious Mexican food like homemade tamales, gluten-free bagels and house specialty tacos as well as...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
When it comes to delectable desserts, The Baked Bear chain serves up the tastiest ice cream sandwiches possible. Homemade from original cookie recipes made with love and served with made-from-scratch, hand-scooped ice cream, these ice cream sandwiches are literally like nothing you have ever tried before. The cookie base can be switched out with a brownie, depending on just what you're looking for in your...read more
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The Brewery at Lake Tahoe is the original hometown brewpub – it’s as simple and straightforward as that, and the name reflects it, as does the classic 1930s red-brick building. It started out in 1992 focusing on craft beer, but soon became known for its pizza offerings as well. These days there is a full menu with burgers, ribs, pasta, salads, steaks and seafood. Among the...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
The Burrito Window is a quick, delicious and inexpensive option for a yummy meal. With burritos that start out at $9 and kids meals for $4 and less, you can't beat the prices. You can call ahead for your take-out meal, making it even quicker if needed. Serving chicken, carne asada, carnitas, shrimp and vegetarian burritos as well as tacos, chopped salad and tostadas, their Mexican...read more
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A few select businesses establish themselves to the point that you can't imagine what it would be like if they were to close up shop. The Cork & More, a Tahoe institution for nearly 40 years, is one of those places. Smack-dab in the middle of the South Shore community, it has been described as a Napa Valley-style market, and that term goes a long...read more
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The Divided Sky is both a regular hangout for the locals of Meyers as well as a favored destination for those visiting from South Lake Tahoe who are looking for a more mellow vibe than what the casinos represent. The Divided Sky is a bar, cafe and restaurant. Some of the favorite menu items include their Estrada Melt broiled sandwich that comes with free-range turkey,...read more
