When one of the greatest – and free! – amenities Tahoe restaurants have to offer their patrons is the world-renowned view, it stands to reason that outdoor dining is a thing here. Many Tahoe restaurants will have porch areas that are heated, extending their season.
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Lake Tahoe Outdoor Dining
259 Kingsbury Grade, Stateline, NV
There are cop bars, there are bars where journalists hang out after work, and at Tahoe there are ski bars. Mott Canyon Tavern and Grill on Lower Kingsbury is a ski bar. Pizza, burgers, fries and comfort food join a full bar with a party attitude. It’s not a large space, although the outdoor patio is a nice addition, but it’s packed with a lot of fun, from the jukebox to video poker and video games. The granite fireplace completes the whole Tahoe vibe.
There are cop bars, there are bars where journalists hang out after work, and at Tahoe there are ski bars. Mott Canyon Tavern and Grill on Lower Kingsbury is a ski bar. Pizza, burgers, fries and comfort food join a full bar with a party attitude. It’s not a large space, although the outdoor patio is a nice addition, but it’s packed with a lot...read more
There are cop bars, there are bars where journalists hang out after work, and at...read more
Lake Tahoe Outdoor Dining
Longtime residents and visitors know it as the Lodge, even though it now goes by the name of the Zephyr Cove Restaurant. This historic building has a stonework fireplace, views of the lake and forest and some of the best milkshakes at the lake. Adjacent to the Zephyr Cove Resort amenities, the Lodge serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. This means pancakes and eggs, sandwiches, burgers...read more
Northstar California Resort
Lake Tahoe Outdoor Dining
With its location at 7,910 feet mid-mountain at Northstar California, Zephyr Lodge commands great views of the Sierra. And being a ski resort, access to the lodge is ski- or ride-in during the winter. From its 17,000-square-foot floor plan and 700 seats, the lodge is set up for fast dining. Expect creative and fresh California-style takes on pizza, soup, sandwiches and adult beverages. And for...read more
Lake Tahoe Outdoor Dining
Zuri Coffee Co. is a fresh option for coffee in Truckee. Offering incredibly tasty black gold from all over the world, they also have homemade pastries such as scones, muffins and cinnamon rolls. They offer other breakfast items such as bagels and yogurt with granola and fresh fruit. Zuri Coffee also serves a small lunch menu with paninis, sandwiches and salads. read more