Morning has broken, and before you gear up for today’s activities it’s time for a hearty breakfast. Which Tahoe restaurant has the best breakfast? A subjective question, that is, but for folks who’ve found their favorite spot, they’re likely to take the question mark out. It’s THIS place with the four-egg omelets and huge pancakes. Or THIS place with the healthy smoothies and handcrafted granola. Or THIS one that serves a Lake Tahoe breakfast all day. Rest assured, your taste buds can be satisfied in a variety of places. You can grab a quick bite and tasty cup of coffee in lots of spots, savor some root vegetable hash in another, indulge in a loaded bagel, sit down to thyme-enhanced hash browns or maybe try something new to you such as pumpkin French toast. If you’re one of those people who like breakfast for dinner, there are lots of places serving breakfast in South Lake Tahoe that can satisfy your midnight bacon cravings, and even better is that some of these breakfast spots serve 24/7. We’re not sure if breakfast really is the most important meal of the day, but we do know that breakfast in Lake Tahoe is worth waking up – or staying up! – for!
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Lake Tahoe Restaurant
2285 River Road, Tahoe City, CA
Offering hearty gourmet dining and bar specials in a nostalgic atmosphere, River Ranch is a landmark destination for visitors and a locals' favorite year-round. Nestled on the banks of the Truckee River, River Ranch is poised to catch people tubing down the mellow rapids during the heat of the summer and to capture the après-ski crowd funneling down from the ski resorts during the cold winter nights. Their seasonal patio is home to an outdoor bar that serves the iconic Class V River Rum Punch and their famous nachos, with alfresco dining under the stars. The cozy and intimate indoor bar and restaurant are known for memorable meals, scenic river views and gathering around one of the two fireplaces. Their menu brings together all the summer and winter favorites with California cuisine and rotating specials and is proud to offer game, fish, chicken, burgers and veggie options. They also provide 19 small, boutique-style rooms for guests; reservations are highly recommended.
Offering hearty gourmet dining and bar specials in a nostalgic atmosphere, River Ranch is a landmark destination for visitors and a locals' favorite year-round. Nestled on the banks of the Truckee River, River Ranch is poised to catch people tubing down the mellow rapids during the heat of the summer and to capture the après-ski crowd funneling down from the ski resorts during the cold...read more
Offering hearty gourmet dining and bar specials in a nostalgic atmosphere, River Ranch is a...read more
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The Ski Run Center has a great little pizza shop in Goodfella’s Pizza. Because of its location, the architecture is more like a woodsy mountain lodge than a pie parlor, but the pizzas are hand-tossed, and everything is fresh every day from the dough to the sauce to the toppings. And Goodfella’s has more than just pizza. There are also hot wings and salads, plus...read more
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It's not often that one gets the chance to eat the gourmet cuisine of a celebrity chef, but that is exactly what you get to do at Harvey's Lake Tahoe's Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen. Based on the television hit show, this upscale yet casual gourmet dining atmosphere highlights the recipes and dishes featured on the show. Paired with an equally robust full bar, this high-energy...read more
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Grand Central Pizza & Pasta– the name just about says it all. The only way to improve on the moniker would be to note that they also have calzones, burgers, sandwiches and salads. Near the South Y and the intersection of Lake Tahoe Boulevard and Tahoe Keys Boulevard, Grand Central is convenient to get to and offers good food in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere....read more
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A restaurant built around the tasty delight of a well-made pizza, Great Gold is all about pizza the Italian way. Created by David Steele, curator of flour + water (a gourmet Italian eatery in San Francisco), Chef Brandon Kirksey and Randal Hutchinson, the dining experience is top notch and absolutely tasty. The menu is packed with antipastas like salads and meatballs as well as designer pizzas...read more
Shops at Heavenly Village
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Named after Heavenly’s famous run, Gunbarrel Tavern and Eatery is an après-ski grill located right near the gondola in Heavenly Village. During the snow season it can get pretty crowded, but there is overflow seating outside at the fire pits. The menu isn’t huge, but the meals are good, solid comfort food, and there is a good selection of craft beers and appetizers. Top picks...read more
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Born out of a mobile catering grill, Gus’ Open Pit Barbecue is not your usual barbecue joint. Gus’ employs a California style that came from the central coast near the town of Santa Maria. Tri-tip seasoned with a dry rub is slow grilled over an open fire of red oak. It’s served without sauce so you can enjoy the full flavor of the meat. Sides...read more
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Happy Tiers Bakery is much more than the go-to place for custom cakes for that special occasion, be it a wedding, birthday or just because. The cafe offers a variety of freshly baked pastries and spreads including cupcakes, macaroons, cookies, tarts and mini pies. Some are sweet, others savory. Gluten-free and vegan options are also available. Everything is made on site at the Incline Village...read more
Shops at Heavenly Village
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There are several fun restaurants around Heavenly Village that are good spots to relax after a day on the slopes, enjoy some live music or have a drink and watch the game. But sometimes that's not exactly what you are looking for. Sometimes, you just need a quick bite and a drink of coffee. Heaven's Little Café fills that need. The shop offers breakfast combos...read more
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Heavenly Village is a collection of shops, restaurants and activities clustered around the Heavenly Ski Resort’s Gondola pad. The Village is tucked along the main boulevard through South Lake Tahoe near the Nevada casinos. Dining options range from ice cream, snack and coffee shops to gourmet burger and pizza restaurants. There’s a little bit of everything for those who like to shop, including art and...read more
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Since 1964 Heidi's Pancake House has been serving breakfast and lunch in a quaint, adorable Swiss chalet in South Lake Tahoe. Their four-egg omelette menu takes up a full page. Other breakfast dishes include the traditional favorites. Salads, sandwiches and burgers are also on the menu, with the lunch items available at 11 a.m. The chalet theme from the outside is continued on the interior...read more
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Delicious food and vacation go together. Spending your vacation at the grocery store and in the kitchen does not. That’s where Hey Chef! comes in. Hey Chef! is your source for private chefs, bartenders, baristas and waitstaff for every in-home event. Create the most delicious memories with custom menus and polished, professional staff who serve you where it matters most – home. They provide the...read more
Palisades Tahoe | Alpine Meadows
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High Camp at Palisades Tahoe is a conglomeration of various activities and dining and drinking opportunities. One of the favorite activities here is a roller-skating rink in the summer. High Camp is also home to the Olympic Museum, a gathering of appreciation for the 1960 Olympic Winter Games in Squaw Valley (now Palisades Tahoe). For skiers and snowboarders, this is both a launching pad for...read more
