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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2279 Lake Tahoe Boulevard #2, South Lake Tahoe, CA
A little eatery overflowing with Tahoe charm is the Keys Cafe. Right about where Tahoe Keys Boulevard meets Lake Tahoe Boulevard, this cabin serves breakfast and lunch with free-range organic eggs, healthy and hearty sandwiches and seasonal homemade soups. You’ll also find fruit smoothies, coffee and tea. The cafe has a large catering menu and free WiFi.
A little eatery overflowing with Tahoe charm is the Keys Cafe. Right about where Tahoe Keys Boulevard meets Lake Tahoe Boulevard, this cabin serves breakfast and lunch with free-range organic eggs, healthy and hearty sandwiches and seasonal homemade soups. You’ll also find fruit smoothies, coffee and tea. The cafe has a large catering menu and free WiFi.read more
A little eatery overflowing with Tahoe charm is the Keys Cafe. Right about where Tahoe...read more
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Chinese fast food is definitely easier to find in the lower elevations than in the high-altitude mountain towns, but it does have representation in South Lake Tahoe in the form of Jade Garden. They serve large portions of inexpensive food. It’s a popular spot among the locals looking for a quick meal that won’t break the bank. The coconut shrimp dish has a lot of...read more
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South Lake Tahoe has a number of small eateries that rely more on the locals than on the tourist trade. When you locate such a restaurant, you can usually count on good food at reasonable prices and a lot of it. Jalapeño’s Taqueria is one such place. It's not far from the edge of town on Emerald Bay Road. The menu selection is surprisingly large,...read more
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Jamba Juice is a chain that serves fruit and veggie smoothies and other good-for-you items such as bananas and berries and wheatgrass shots. The South Tahoe Jamba Juice is in the Village Center near Stateline, so it is in just the right spot to pick up a smoothie when you are walking around and exploring the nearby Heavenly shops. With breakfast wraps, muffins and steel-cut...read more
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JavaHut is an all-time local favorite hangout for coffee, breakfast items and sandwiches. A small cafe that is decorated with colorful local art and enhanced with a friendly attitude, JavaHut is a place where people come to meet new friends and enjoy a little time with old buddies. The menu is varied with regular quick breakfast options like bagels as well as the full spectrum...read more
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With its stainless steel and glass interior, lunch counter and comfy booths, Jax at the Tracks in downtown Truckee is a classic American diner – with a California twist. Jax is an actual 1948 Kullman diner imported to town decades ago. If you’re looking for tried-and-true diner fare of burgers and shakes, you'll find them at Jax. Same goes for breakfast and dinner classics. Where...read more
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Jiffy's Pizza Tahoe Vista is the kind of pizza joint everybody wishes they could have in their hometown. Delivery, pick up and eat in are available, and they've got the whole range of pizza-joint comfort food just waiting for you, such as wings, bread sticks, garlic chips, salads, pasta dishes and calzones. In addition to the design-your-own-pizza menu, there's a large list of specialty pizzas....read more
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Named in honor of James "Jimmy" William Buffett, JWB Prime Steak & Seafood is South Lake Tahoe's signature steakhouse. Located inside the Margaritaville Resort, this is where you want to go for all things beef. But this isn't an old-school steakhouse. At JWB you'll find shareable dishes such as chateaubriand carpaccio, seafood ceviche, spicy tuna crispy rice, steak frites and more. It's convenient for those staying...read more
Shops at Heavenly Village
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The High Sierra isn’t the first place you think of when you call to mind Hawaiian cuisine. But Kalani’s in the Heavenly Village offers a menu with island dishes influenced by Asian and European techniques. Dinner options include fresh fish and quality steaks, while the sushi bar presents a range of fun and creative choices. The Puka Lounge has an appetizer menu and full bar...read more
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Kirkwood’s General Store has a full-service deli for breakfast or a late lunch. Egg sandwich breakfasts, breakfast burritos, salads, pastas, espresso, ice cream and sandwiches are all on the menu, as are microbrews and draft beer. And because it’s a general store you can pick up all sorts of dry goods and sundries here as well.read more
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Koi Sushi in Incline Village serves fresh fish and creative rolls. Start by delving into the variety of appetizers, salads or noodles. While you’re cleansing your palate with some miso soup, peruse the long sushi menu, from sashimi and nigiri to the variety of rolls – cooked, maki, vegetarian and hand rolls. If you're really hungry, go for the all-you-can-eat lunch or dinner sushi deals....read more
Palisades Tahoe | Alpine Meadows
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Palisades Tahoe is known to be a breeding ground for famous pro skiers. A few that have come from this area include Olympians Julia Mancuso and Jonny Moseley as well as extreme athlete Shane McConkey. One of the reasons that these three, and many others, have excelled at downhill skiing is because of the KT-22 ski lift. Situated right at the base and climbing 1,800...read more
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Kung Pao Hustle emphasizes the hustle in its name as the goal is to quickly serve customers made-to-order food. If you want to eat there, no worries, this South Lake Tahoe eatery has tables indoors and out. Everyone is bound to find something satisfying on the menu, whether you are a chicken, beef, seafood, pork or veggie lover. Gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan are all options. read more
