It's not only the kids who clamor to find Tahoe restaurants and shops that sell ice cream and desserts! Stop by these places to pick up something to satisfy that sweet tooth or for a quick pick me up after a day of activity.
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Lake Tahoe Ice Cream, Desserts & Sweets
571 North Lake Boulevard, Tahoe City, CA
Rosie's Cafe, a longtime player on the Tahoe City restaurant scene, has fed patrons since 1964. It not only offers basic American fare like hamburgers, salads and steaks, but also delicious breakfast and pizza. As a place that pays homage to the history of the area with local antiques, memorabilia and photos of long ago, the atmosphere is entertaining, homey and welcoming. The adjoining bar can be quite lively seven days a week and is a fantastic spot for enjoying Lake Tahoe at its finest. Be sure to try their prime rib, served only on Friday and Saturday evenings. When open, the patio at Rosie's Cafe is dog-friendly.
Rosie's Cafe, a longtime player on the Tahoe City restaurant scene, has fed patrons since 1964. It not only offers basic American fare like hamburgers, salads and steaks, but also delicious breakfast and pizza. As a place that pays homage to the history of the area with local antiques, memorabilia and photos of long ago, the atmosphere is entertaining, homey and welcoming. The adjoining bar...read more
Rosie's Cafe, a longtime player on the Tahoe City restaurant scene, has fed patrons since...read more
Shops at Heavenly Village
Lake Tahoe Ice Cream, Desserts & Sweets
Can you resist the smell of freshly baking Nestlé Toll House cookies? You'll find out when you stroll by this cookie shop in the Shops at Heavenly Village. If do you go inside, you'll find a wide range of cookies and brownies and a whole lot more. The menu also includes ice cream and ice cream sandwiches, smoothies, milkshakes, coffee and savory snacks and sandwiches....read more
Obexer's Boat Company & Obexer's Water Sports
Lake Tahoe Ice Cream, Desserts & Sweets
Obexer's General Store is so much more than a general store. It offers all the normal stuff that would be found at a corner convenience shop, but the goodies go far beyond that. At Obexer's you will find homemade sandwiches, the super-popular Obexer's secret sauces for pasta, salad dressings, BBQ sauce, seafood and marinades as well as specialty olives and mustards. Obexer's also offers freshly...read more
Lake Tahoe Ice Cream, Desserts & Sweets
Poppy's Frozen Yogurt is more than just frozen yogurt. Offering the full spectrum of lunch items with a few breakfast and waffle items thrown in, Poppy's creates a place for a cheap, quick bite to eat in the center of Tahoe City. Only offering outdoor seating and a walk-up window for ordering, Poppy's keeps things informal and expeditious. Their breakfast English muffin with sausage is...read more
Shops at Heavenly Village
Lake Tahoe Ice Cream, Desserts & Sweets
If the name of the business – Rocket Fizz Soda Pop and Candy Shop – sounds fun and silly and even a little kitschy, that's because it's a good reflection of this franchise store. They carry thousands of flavors of sodas and candies, from traditional, such as retro favorites Charleston Chew and Mallo Cups, to specialty items, such as gingerbread-flavored soda and bacon-flavored breath mints. And...read more
Shops at Heavenly Village
Lake Tahoe Ice Cream, Desserts & Sweets
As long as there is chocolate, it doesn't matter whether we are in the Sierra or in the Rockies. This little franchise shop is in the Heavenly Village, and one of the specialties is apples coated in different types of sweet toppings. They also offer fudge, chocolate creams, gummy treats and other candies. And given that it is, after all, the chocolate factory, there are...read more
Lake Tahoe Ice Cream, Desserts & Sweets
There is something magical about the pleasure of lazily window shopping while at the base of big mountains. This lovely scenario is at your beck and call at The Shops at Heavenly Village. A delightful center that is dressed with cobblestone sidewalks and quaint storefronts, the village encompasses 40 different stores to peruse. From local treasures to national brands, The Shops at Heavenly Village offer...read more
Lake Tahoe Ice Cream, Desserts & Sweets
Near the spot where Lake Tahoe Boulevard turns away from the lakeside and heads inland, Sno-Flake Drive In is a classic South Lake Tahoe fixture. The name, however, is more of a nod to the past than a description of the place, as it isn’t a true drive-in restaurant. The Sno-Flake is locally famous for its burgers, milkshakes and soft-serve ice cream. Recent improvements to...read more
Lake Tahoe Ice Cream, Desserts & Sweets
Sugar Pine Cakery is a small cafe offering sandwiches, salads, quiches, coffees and bakery items, and it's also a wedding cake specialist. Everything is created with love by owner Allison Sayles, who uses only organic ingredients at her tasty treat factory. Beyond wedding cakes, specialties of the cakery include gluten-free and vegan items along with cookies, brownies and cupcakes. They are open Wednesday to Sunday...read more
Lake Tahoe Ice Cream, Desserts & Sweets
Looking to satiate your sweet tooth in a healthy way? Head to Summit Swirl Frozen Yogurt. The remodeled space features more than a dozen frozen yogurts plus gelato, sorbet and frozen custards too. Half the fun of digging into the frozen goodies is picking toppings, and Summit Swirl offers a smorgasbord of treats to sprinkle on top – 25 of them. Choose fresh fruit, frosted...read more
Lake Tahoe Ice Cream, Desserts & Sweets
Sunnyside Restaurant and Lodge is one of the best lakeside dining options in Lake Tahoe. The lodge itself is pretty small, with only 23 rooms available to guests. Each room is situated perfectly to take advantage of swimming, boating and enjoying lovely Tahoe sunsets. The rooms are directly connected to the extensive dining room. The restaurant is two different entities with two different kitchens. When...read more
Lake Tahoe Ice Cream, Desserts & Sweets
Susie Scoops Ice Cream is a very popular place to get your frozen delight fix in Incline Village. They feature 28 flavors of ice cream, many of them locally made by Hoch Family Creamery. They’ve also got frozen yogurt, smoothies, shaved ice, milkshakes, malts, hand-dipped waffle cones and good ol’ hot fudge sundaes and banana splits. Grab yourself a waffle cone of rocky road, take a...read more
Lake Tahoe Ice Cream, Desserts & Sweets
If you are yearning for a delicious treat, then check out Tahoe Bear Tea House. A welcoming environment offering flavorful bubble tea, Thai tea, milk tea, tea lattes, smoothies and fruit tea, Tahoe Bear Tea House is the new hot spot for delectable drinks and desserts. Using only premium black tea leaves in combination with specially imported chewy boba from Taiwan, this unique tea house...read more
