Not a meat eater? Tahoe restaurants make eating vegan or vegetarian easy. Even if the restaurant isn't 100% non-meat, you'll still find lots of menu options that will fit the bill.
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Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
2285 River Road, Tahoe City, CA
Offering hearty gourmet dining and bar specials in a nostalgic atmosphere, River Ranch is a landmark destination for visitors and a locals' favorite year-round. Nestled on the banks of the Truckee River, River Ranch is poised to catch people tubing down the mellow rapids during the heat of the summer and to capture the après-ski crowd funneling down from the ski resorts during the cold winter nights. Their seasonal patio is home to an outdoor bar that serves the iconic Class V River Rum Punch and their famous nachos, with alfresco dining under the stars. The cozy and intimate indoor bar and restaurant are known for memorable meals, scenic river views and gathering around one of the two fireplaces. Their menu brings together all the summer and winter favorites with California cuisine and rotating specials and is proud to offer game, fish, chicken, burgers and veggie options. They also provide 19 small, boutique-style rooms for guests; reservations are highly recommended.
Offering hearty gourmet dining and bar specials in a nostalgic atmosphere, River Ranch is a landmark destination for visitors and a locals' favorite year-round. Nestled on the banks of the Truckee River, River Ranch is poised to catch people tubing down the mellow rapids during the heat of the summer and to capture the après-ski crowd funneling down from the ski resorts during the cold...read more
Offering hearty gourmet dining and bar specials in a nostalgic atmosphere, River Ranch is a...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
On the Nevada side of South Shore, once you get past the casinos, things are pretty much spread out and sparse with a couple of small centers of commerce such as lower Kingsbury and Round Hill. This can be to the savvy diner’s advantage, because the really good restaurants are tucked out of the way and you don’t have to fight the crowds of tourists...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Throughout Lake Tahoe are high-quality, tasty eateries that are built on the dreams and hard work of the locals that own them. This is certainly the case for a newcomer to the South Lake Tahoe restaurant scene, Toulouse. A spin on the great tastes of New Orleans, Toulouse is a dining experience built on the collaboration of four friends and a dream that was conceived...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Truckee Tavern & Grill lives up to its name. As a tavern, the bar shines with a curated selection of spirits, beer and wine. If small-batch whiskeys and gins make you smile, the cocktail offerings are sure to please. As a grill, the restaurant’s steaks and chicken entrees are sublimely cooked on a wood-fired grill. Since all offerings are made with fresh, local and seasonal...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
There are a number of restaurants in South Tahoe offering fresh, wholesome food that also happens to be great tasting, and this is one of them. Verde Mexican Rotisserie puts a healthy spin on Mexican favorites with natural ingredients, meats free of antibiotics and hormones and produce that is locally sourced. Salads, tortas, quesadillas, burritos and tacos make up the menu. Two other items that...read more
Northstar California Resort
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
The Village at Northstar is an example of the coming of age of the Sierra ski resorts. Gone are the days when the Tahoe area hillsides were bustling with snow-sports enthusiasts in the winter but then empty during the other seasons. The activity these days takes place all year long, and even if you never set foot on the slopes, you'll find more than enough...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
West Shore Cafe and Inn is one of the premier gourmet restaurants in Lake Tahoe. Attached to a small lodge that offers five suites and two villas, all looking out toward Lake Tahoe, the property is considered a place of luxury. The cafe is a full-scale culinary experience on the water, ideal for watching sunsets and moonrises. The menu focuses on tasty and unique creations...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Wolfdale's Cuisine Unique (or simply Wolfdale's as it is known by locals) is a culmination of simplicity, fusion and attention to detail. First opening its doors in 1978, Wolfdale's focus has always been bringing together fine dining with local flavors mixed with Asian and European influence. Connected to a large wine cellar, Wolfdale's prides itself in knowing the best pairings of wine to food. The...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Yellow Submarine is, naturally, a submarine-sandwich shop. They build foot-long and half-foot subs on local bread, and over its 40 years in business the restaurant has won several awards for great sandwiches. They also offer meat and cheese platters as well as sandwich platters. The Yellow Sub is a very tiny shop, but it is just a short walk from the Lakeview Commons, so if...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
If you are looking to add flavorful flair to your dining experience, check out Yugen Cuisine. With an incredible array of sushi choices, delicious salads and house specialties, there is no doubt that even the pickiest eater will find something delicious. Try the Spicy Katsu Chicken Sandwich complete with crispy panko chicken breast topped with avocado, tomato, red onion and a sriracha garlic aioli on...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
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
