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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Shops at Heavenly Village
Lake Tahoe Outdoor Dining
4100 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA
One of the first of the fun and different restaurants to come to South Lake Tahoe with the redevelopment projects near the state line was FiRE + iCE Interactive Bar + Grill. The concept is that you choose your own components and sauces and the chef grills it all up right in front of you. It works very well with the Heavenly Village setting of whole-timber construction and patio fire pits. You can choose your ingredients along one of their four themes of Latin, American, Asian or Italian or create your very own blend. And the build-your-own model lets you control the meal, which is perfect for vegetarian diners. Be sure not to miss their grill lunch or dinner, both offered at one All You Can Eat price.
One of the first of the fun and different restaurants to come to South Lake Tahoe with the redevelopment projects near the state line was FiRE + iCE Interactive Bar + Grill. The concept is that you choose your own components and sauces and the chef grills it all up right in front of you. It works very well with the Heavenly Village setting of...read more
One of the first of the fun and different restaurants to come to South Lake...read more
Lake Tahoe Outdoor Dining
Located across from the Loading Dock and tucked in amongst the bricks of historic downtown, the Old Town Tap features a wood-fired pizza oven and serves Neapolitan-style pizzas with a unique crust that is made with a wild yeast starter from right here in the Sierra. Not into pizza? No problem. The salads at this place are also special, as the chef works hand in...read more
Northstar California Resort
Village at Northstar
Lake Tahoe Outdoor Dining
Petra is a wine and gourmet restaurant at Northstar, the perfect place for an afternoon or evening of relaxation with good drinks and good food. The restaurant offers indoor and outdoor seating, wines and craft beers, shared-plate appetizers, entrees and scrumptious desserts. Make it a wine tasting outing with their 150 wines available and then enjoy your selection on site or take it home with you....read more
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
Lake Tahoe Outdoor Dining
If you are looking for a sweet setting for a romantic cocktail or a fantastic place to meet friends after a day on the sailboat, try Pier 111 Bar. With its spectacular location suspended over the water of Lake Tahoe, this cozy offering of elegance is well versed in offering exceptional cocktail varieties as well as gourmet meals. Their menu is packed full of fun...read more
Lake Tahoe Outdoor Dining
Located off the beaten track in one of Truckee’s recently developed golf-course communities, PJ’s Bar & Grill is easily overlooked. But its wooded setting just off the 18th hole of the Gray’s Crossing golf course is picturesque, and the food excellent. The casual, expansive outdoor dining patio and surrounding lawn is a perfect place for kids to romp during summer evenings while their parents enjoy a...read more
Lake Tahoe Outdoor Dining
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
Northstar California Resort
Lake Tahoe Outdoor Dining
For those who enjoy taking in the luxurious scene that accompanies the Village at Northstar, there is no better place to do it than at Rink Bar. Situated next to the ice rink and offering excellent people-watching opportunities, Rink Bar is perfect for taking in the scenery while enjoying an impressive mixed drink. Small fire pits surround the bar area, providing ambiance and helpful for...read more
Lake Tahoe Outdoor Dining
Home of the Wet Woody and storybook sunsets, Riva Grill is a favorite lakefront restaurant located in the Ski Run Marina. Their 3,000-square-foot deck overlooking Lake Tahoe comfortably seats 200 guests and offers an experience that highlights the beauty of Lake Tahoe. Floor-to-ceiling windows in the two-story restaurant provide an equally epic view of the Sierras and Lake Tahoe. Since 1998 visitors and locals have...read more
Lake Tahoe Outdoor Dining
River Grill is considered to be one of the best fine-dining options in Lake Tahoe. It not only brings together exceptional seasonal tastes with incredible wines, but also has a welcoming, inviting atmosphere that makes both locals and visitors feel completely at home. The dining side of the establishment has an open deck for summer evenings, and it is spectacular for taking in the beautiful...read more
The Village at Palisades Tahoe
Lake Tahoe Outdoor Dining
The Village at Palisades Tahoe
Palisades Tahoe (formerly Squaw Valley) is known as a breeding ground for extreme athletes of downhill skiing. One of the forefathers, Shane McConkey, grew up on the slopes of Squaw. He helped to change the face of skiing as we know it today by inventing the rocker aspect that we see on most downhill skis in current production. The Palisades Tahoe community, and world at large, lost Shane McConkey to a BASE jumping accident in 2009. In respect to Shane and his innovation to the sport of skiing as well as other heroes of Palisades Tahoe who have influenced skiing as we know it today, Palisades Tahoe decided to create a restaurant in homage to these skiing heroes. It came in the form of Rocker Restaurant. You can get involved by giving money to the McConkey Foundation by purchasing a commemorative Shane glass or by involving yourself in the endless ski banter that happens every day during après-ski hour. Rocker also has prime seating for watching skiers and snowboarders coming off the mountain, making it supreme for keeping an eye out for a Palisades Tahoe heroes in the flesh. In addition to being a magnet for heroes, Rocker is also known as the best sports bar in the Village. In the summer the Rocker stays lively with its outdoor seating and central location for summertime festivals.
Palisades Tahoe (formerly Squaw Valley) is known as a breeding ground for extreme athletes of downhill skiing. One of the forefathers, Shane McConkey, grew up on the slopes of Squaw. He helped to change the face of skiing as we know it today by inventing the rocker aspect that we see on most downhill skis in current production. The Palisades Tahoe community, and world at...read more
Palisades Tahoe (formerly Squaw Valley) is known as a breeding ground for extreme athletes of...read more
Lake Tahoe Outdoor Dining
If you’re looking for a place to watch a particular sporting event – obscure or otherwise – Rookies is probably showing it on one of their 30 high-definition TVs. Serving late into the night, the menu has salads, sandwiches, grinders (a sub doused in marinara sauce) and a long list of gourmet burgers. There’s also a separate pizza kitchen cooking up some good pies. Rookies...read more
Lake Tahoe Outdoor Dining
Sage Leaf curates an elevated dining experience for breakfast, lunch and dinner bringing healthy, comforting and innovative fare in an inviting, friendly atmosphere. The ever-changing menus and wine list feature local, sustainable and humanely raised products along with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. Sage Leaf offers indoor dining and patio seating, and take-out with online ordering is available. The restaurant can be rented in the...read more
Lake Tahoe Outdoor Dining
If you are staying at the Resort at Squaw Creek or in Palisades Tahoe (formerly Squaw Valley) and are looking for an upscale sports bar, then Sandy’s Pub is your ticket. The pub is an homage to Sandy Poulsen, a local girl raised in Squaw Valley. The Poulsen family are some of the founding members of the creation of the ski area, and there are historical photos...read more
