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
475 North Lake Boulevard, Cobblestone Center, Tahoe City, CA
A favorite among North Shore locals, this tap house in the Cobblestone Shopping Center provides an exceptional opportunity to enjoy tasty brews, juicy burgers and some of the best views of the lake that Tahoe City has to offer. Serving lunch and dinner, Tahoe Tap Haus has an atmosphere that is open, inviting and welcoming, like walking into your best friend's home. They have a large selection of beers on tap, including 16 taps that always include local breweries, a full bar and specialty cocktails. Their menu includes popular items like hamburgers and salads as well as nannwiches, a twist on sandwiches. They also offer a large outdoor beer garden and patio that is conveniently located across the street from Lake Tahoe, making it simple to enjoy Commons Beach after a brew. Dogs are welcome outside as well. Owned by the same team that operates the popular Tahoe Art Haus and Cinema, the Tap Haus is family-friendly and a fantastic way to support local Tahoe business owners.
A favorite among North Shore locals, this tap house in the Cobblestone Shopping Center provides an exceptional opportunity to enjoy tasty brews, juicy burgers and some of the best views of the lake that Tahoe City has to offer. Serving lunch and dinner, Tahoe Tap Haus has an atmosphere that is open, inviting and welcoming, like walking into your best friend's home. They have a large selection...read more
A favorite among North Shore locals, this tap house in the Cobblestone Shopping Center provides...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Spoon is an excellent option for a mid-day meal or evening dining experience. Opening the doors at 3 p.m., Spoon gives guests the opportunity to eat a bite a bit earlier than many dinner restaurants. All the meals at Spoon are made by owner and executive chef Alise Pittman. She puts her heart and soul into creating a homemade-style dining experience. Within a small cabin,...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
If you want to see an example of a family living the Tahoe dream, look no further than Sprouts Natural Foods Cafe. Just a block or two from the lake on Harrison Avenue, Tyler and Cheryl run a cafe offering up fresh, organic and wholesome foods. For the past 25 years Sprouts has been a mainstay for those seeking healthy meals. The vegan soups are...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
OK, a peanut butter omelette may cause a breakfast connoisseur’s face to blanch, but Squeeze In on Truckee’s historic Commercial Row has so many creative omelette combos even the most discerning eater will eventually land on a satisfying choice. The cozy confines and exploded yard-sale decor of the Squeeze In (much of which is brought in by customers) matches the menu and the upbeat personalities...read more
Shops at Heavenly Village
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
The Seattle-based coffee chain is alive and well in Heavenly Village. You'll find everything you expect – espresso, coffees, teas, drinks, snacks, baked goods and WiFi. This location is open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.read more
Northstar California Resort
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
If you are skiing or snowboarding at Northstar and are looking for that perfect cup of coffee, then Starbucks is your best bet. Located in the center of the village, Starbucks is perfectly situated to grab a warm breakfast treat and a hot cup of your favorite beverage, making you ready to jump on the gondola and head up the mountain. For those wanting a...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
There is a brew pub in Cecil’s Fountain Plaza that raises the standard for this type of eatery. Stateline Brewery & Restaurant makes its own IPA, Pale Ale, Wit and Blonde brews and has on tap a nice selection of microbrews from throughout the West as well as a selection of bottled beers. Wines and specialty cocktails round out the alcoholic offerings, while the lunch...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Steamers is one of those places where the locals congregate. It might be after work or on a day that is free because of the rotation schedule, but a lot of the clientele here is made up of people who earn their pay by making Tahoe a vacation spot for the rest of the world. The name of the place is a nod to the...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Steamers is a great restaurant option for two reasons. First, their menu is filled with tasty items. Second, their location can't be beat with its doors just a few steps away from the shoreline of Lake Tahoe. Steamers features hand-tossed pizzas, calzones, oven-baked sandwiches and, of course, steamed clams. Their dough is made fresh daily, and you can choose from their California classic crust or...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
The on-site restaurant for the Cedar House Sport Hotel, Stella Truckee Restaurant isn’t your normal dining establishment. Rather than being a gourmet restaurant that offers incredible delicacies with a set menu, Stella also hosts a variety of dining experiences with the main type being pop-up dinner events. Several times a month Stella hosts a night in the pop-up series, with one-off menus like South for...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Stoked Oak BBQ is a great place for enjoying a little protein while snowboarding or skiing Alpine Meadows. A restaurant that offers open-air grilling of nice-sized portions of tri-tip, locally made sausages, pulled pork, veggie kabobs and cast iron trout, Stoked Oak is certain to fill your belly and revitalize your energy stores. The secret to the tastiness is the zangy BBQ sauces that enhance...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Stony Ridge Uncommon Kitchen (known as simply Uncommon Kitchen) is a must visit for those who love organic, locally grown food made with love. Uncommon Kitchen creates meals with the motto of "making food that is made with integrity, while filling up your appetite and satisfying your soul." Open for lunch Monday through Friday and providing ready-made items in their refrigerator case, they make all...read more
Lake Tahoe Restaurant
Those of a certain age may remember Straw Hat Pizza as the fun birthday party restaurant of their youth. But in Tahoe it’s the Straw Hat Sports Bar & Grille, located in Harveys on the main casino floor. It’s still a celebrated spot, but for a slightly older demographic than pre-teens in party hats. With dozens of HDTVs, patrons can watch every NBA and NFL...read more
