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
290 Kingsbury Grade, No. 22, Stateline, NV
Bruschetta believes fresh, local ingredients are the key to making quality Italian food, so this isn't your average pasta place. Rabbit pappardelle and squid ink spegatina with prawns are a couple of the enticing pasta entrees you will find on the menu, and all the pastas are made in-house. The menu offers more than pasta, including filet mignon with pan-fried gnocchi with red wine jus and several vegetarian options. Located on Lower Kingsbury Grade, Bruschetta is convenient from most anywhere on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe. This fine dining establishment serves dinner every night, with lunch available Monday through Friday and brunch on the weekend.
Bruschetta believes fresh, local ingredients are the key to making quality Italian food, so this isn't your average pasta place. Rabbit pappardelle and squid ink spegatina with prawns are a couple of the enticing pasta entrees you will find on the menu, and all the pastas are made in-house. The menu offers more than pasta, including filet mignon with pan-fried gnocchi with red wine jus...read more
Bruschetta believes fresh, local ingredients are the key to making quality Italian food, so this...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
While the Crescent Cafe is inside the New Moon Natural Foods store in Truckee, don’t write the cafe off as a place suitable for those who only eat veggies. Sure, the salad bar uses only organic produce, and the soup bar always has vegan and dairy-free selections, but there are soups with meat, and it will be antibiotic and hormone-free. The sandwich menu is vast...read more
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Crest Cafe and Catering is superbly located to grab a quick bite to eat while heading to or from either Palisades Tahoe or Alpine Meadows. It's situated on the corner of Highway 89 leading to Palisades Tahoe and Alpine Meadows Road leading to Alpine as well as next to various excellent mountain biking trails. The cafe gives riders, skiers and snowboarders well-priced, locally sourced, homemade...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
The Steak and Lobster House at Crystal Bay Casino is intimate and cozy with a retro feel that takes you back to the middle of the last century. From the flocked wallpaper to the crushed red velvet booths and chairs, the room is elegance through and through, all brought together by a classic chandelier. Start out with the poke or roasted bone marrow appetizers. The...read more
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An ingenious idea that interweaves multiple aspects, Cuppa Tahoe is one of those places where you might find yourself spending hours. A well-stocked bookstore enhanced with food and drink, this land of learning offers a superb selection of reading material as well as games, stationery and space. They also offer a Casual CoWorking area that offers business people a way to get out of their...read more
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Cutthroat’s Saloon is housed in a faux silver mine just off the casino floor in the Hyatt Lake Tahoe. It’s a touch of the Old West without the gunfighters. Wooden beams shore up the walls and ceiling. In the evenings enjoy gourmet pub food, late-night bites and more than two dozen seasonal and unique beers. A bank of TVs lines the wall above the long...read more
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D'lish Catering is a favorite for locals and visitors when it comes to having incredibly tasty food at any size event. With years of experience in delivering exceptional quality, D'lish deserves the admiration. Considering the combination of beauty and taste as the passion that fuels D'lish, the experienced chefs are able to play with the latest gourmet techniques or stick to classical creations, depending on...read more
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Coffee connoisseurs can get a high-grade fix at Dark Horse Coffee Roasters in downtown Truckee. Whether it’s cold-brew, pour-over or French-press, Dark Horse’s coffee is derived from beans roasted on-site in a building that can only be found in Truckee. It's not quite a basement space, but the everyday din is nonetheless left behind when entering Dark Horse and its foot-thick rock walls. Post-and-beam construction...read more
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For quality beer, there is something special about enjoying the tastes from a small brewery. A new option to the Truckee brewery scene, Donner Creek Brewing showcases palate-satisfying flavors that will bring a smile to your face. Offering two to three of their own in-house brews on tap as well as other local favorites, the brewery is a one-stop-shop for a supreme selection of beers...read more
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A fixture at Donner Lake for nearly a half-century, Donner Lake Kitchen is the very picture of a rustic, family eatery. Just look for the timber-camp-style cabin across the road from the lake and then tuck in for a great meal. If you can’t decide from all the offerings for breakfast and lunch, you can always go with the house specialty, huevos rancheros. Add in...read more
Northstar California Resort
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If you are mid-mountain at Northstar in the summer, plan on the Downhill Bar + Grill for lunch or afternoon dining. Far from being some seasonal burger shack, the Downhill serves up rugged and hearty dishes such as seared ahi fish tacos, gourmet burgers, chicken strips, salads and sandwiches and also offers a full bar's worth of drinks. Eat indoors or outdoors, relaxing while watching...read more
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If you have a craving for an amazing bagel, Dragonfly Bagel Co. is an exceptional choice. A pop-up dining opportunity located inside Sidellis Lake Tahoe, Dragonfly Bagel matches the stunning ambiance of its surroundings with a level of bagel not found elsewhere in South Lake Tahoe. Their bagels are made from scratch and baked fresh daily. The bagel choices come in a whole slew of...read more
Shops at Heavenly Village
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One of those venerable South Tahoe eateries that has transitioned well into the present is the Driftwood Cafe. It was originally established in 1960 adjacent to the Driftwood Lodge, and the current owners purchased it in 1999. Redevelopment in the city forced a change in location, and the home-style cafe is now open in the Heavenly Village. They serve a creative and eclectic menu for...read more
