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
120 Grove Street, Tahoe City, CA
Za's is an excellent choice for lakefront outdoor dining in Tahoe City. The views will blow you away at this eclectic American-Italian restaurant that's also known for its great prices and casual setting. Wait until you see their new outdoor bar that's right over the lake! Known as the Lakefront SideBar, it features tasty bites and liquid delights such as their famous SideBar Slush. Za’s lunch and dinner menus offer something for everyone including salads, creative apps, burgers, pizzas and calzones, pasta dishes and tasty entrees. Vegetarians can find plenty of choices on this menu, and there is a kids' menu available. Chef and owner Jonny Roscher has trained around the world and brings wonderful diversity to the meals he offers. Za's offers lakefront outdoor dining and take-out and serves beer, wine and cocktails. The Lakefront SideBar is open in spring, summer and fall, weather permitting.
Za's is an excellent choice for lakefront outdoor dining in Tahoe City. The views will blow you away at this eclectic American-Italian restaurant that's also known for its great prices and casual setting. Wait until you see their new outdoor bar that's right over the lake! Known as the Lakefront SideBar, it features tasty bites and liquid delights such as their famous SideBar Slush. Za’s lunch and...
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Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
When it comes to tasty food that is obviously created with care and love, there is a place in South Lake Tahoe to seek out: Chicken in a Barrel. Taking the cue from Hawaiian hospitality and the importance of family, Chicken in a Barrel is a dining experience that embodies togetherness. They utilize a one-of-a-kind cooking style in which custom-made drum barrels give chicken, ribs,...read more
Bally's Lake Tahoe Casino Resort
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Ciera Steak + Chophouse is the type of restaurant that confirms Lake Tahoe as a world-class destination. This is true fine dining, the namesake meat offerings accompanied by seafood and vegetarian dishes and a whopping selection (some 300 or so!) of wines and champagnes. All the entrees are very upscale, but first-time diners may want to try the restaurant’s signature steak, the Cowboy Rib-eye. Another...read more
The Village at Palisades Tahoe
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
The Village at Palisades Tahoe
Coffeebar is a radically inclusive, Italian-inspired roastery and community cafe. They have three locations in Truckee (the original location in historic Downtown Truckee, the Coffeebar Bakery in West Truckee and a location at Northstar) as well as a location in the village at Palisades Tahoe. They have two locations in Reno (including their roastery) as well as a stores in the Bay Area in Menlo Park, Redwood City and Sunnyvale. The Downtown Truckee location is a bustling indoor-outdoor meeting place, and the West Truckee Bakery is where the baking goodness happens daily. The Palisades location has breathtaking views of Red Dog and KT-22, with a large mountain-facing patio. Coffeebar offers a variety of Italian-inspired espresso and specialty coffee drinks and teas as well as an afternoon selection of craft beer and Italian wines. The Coffeebar menu includes a variety of homemade pastries and fresh local food including breakfast burritos, paleo bowls, breakfast panini and seasonal specialties. All stores offer gluten-free, paleo and vegan options. Coffeebar features a large selection of freshly roasted coffee from their roastery in Reno. Local favorites include their long-standing espresso (Zephyr) and dark roast (Giuseppe) as well as a constantly changing fleet of single-origin coffees and espresso. In addition to regular events, including live music and coffee and wine tastings, the walls of the bright, well-lit spaces are adorned with a rotating selection of local art. There is free WiFi at all locations.
Coffeebar is a radically inclusive, Italian-inspired roastery and community cafe. They have three locations in Truckee (the original location in historic Downtown Truckee, the Coffeebar Bakery in West Truckee and a location at Northstar) as well as a location in the village at Palisades Tahoe. They have two locations in Reno (including their roastery) as well as a stores in the Bay Area in Menlo Park, Redwood City...read more
Coffeebar is a radically inclusive, Italian-inspired roastery and community cafe. They have three locations in Truckee...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
If this Truckee landmark's marquee is a tad confusing, it’s understandable: Lit up at night above downtown in glowing red letters is a can’t-miss sign — HILLTOP LODGE. But if someone suggests having dinner and drinks at Cottonwood you’ll still aim for those neon lights. The Hilltop Lodge sign sits atop Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar, which is perched on one of California’s original ski hills...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
While the Crescent Cafe is inside the New Moon Natural Foods store in Truckee, don’t write the cafe off as a place suitable for those who only eat veggies. Sure, the salad bar uses only organic produce, and the soup bar always has vegan and dairy-free selections, but there are soups with meat, and it will be antibiotic and hormone-free. The sandwich menu is vast...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Crest Cafe and Catering is superbly located to grab a quick bite to eat while heading to or from either Palisades Tahoe or Alpine Meadows. It's situated on the corner of Highway 89 leading to Palisades Tahoe and Alpine Meadows Road leading to Alpine as well as next to various excellent mountain biking trails. The cafe gives riders, skiers and snowboarders well-priced, locally sourced, homemade...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Visit any resort town and you’ll find plenty of places serving a variety of craft beers and boutique wines. Truckee’s Drunken Monkey, however, goes one step more with its unique sake bar. Whether you’re a sake connoisseur or know nothing about the traditional Japanese rice wine, the sake menu is bound to not only please but also educate, so don’t be intimidated. Drunken Monkey also...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Duff’s Diner offers a cozy, family-style atmosphere with stunning views of Lake Tahoe. This newly opened spot serves breakfast and lunch, featuring delicious dishes like Chicken & Waffles, Huevos Rancheros with Ribeye, Pete's Club Sandwich and an assortment of pastries and housemade soups. Customers rave about the amazing food and service, highlighting dishes such as French toast, tasty waffles and fried chicken. The diner is...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
With more than 50 years in operation, this American-style breakfast and lunch diner has become a popular institution for locals and visitors of South Lake Tahoe. Established in 1968, Ernie's is known for quality food and friendly customer service. Ernie's has a large, mountain-inspired dining room and a cozy outdoor patio for the summer season. It has remained a
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Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
When you want to combine the quaint atmosphere of a vintage mountain cabin with the luxury of fine dining, Evan's American Gourmet Cafe is a delightful adventure. Blending exceptional cuisine styles from around the world, this Zagat-rated and DiRoNA award-winning restaurant (DiRoNA is Distinguished Restaurants of North America, and Evan's is the only recipient between Sacramento and Reno), provides access to a gourmet wonderland that is...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Fat Cat Bar & Grill is a boisterous locals' hangout that offers great twists on Thai, Mexican and California cuisine. The ambiance is modern, inviting and open. It's across the street from the lake, making it easy to access after a day on the water. A few must-try menu items include Fat Cat Fries, blackened ahi tacos, lettuce wraps and the Farm House Lamb Burger. It's open...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Freel Perk is a coffee shop out in Meyers that keeps things as local as possible with coffee from Alpen Sierra and baked goods from Don’s Cakes by the Lake, Truckee Sourdough Company and Sugar Pine Bakery. They also have smoothies and frappes. Playfully named for the highest mountain in El Dorado County and with the slogan Coffee with Altitude, Freel Perk is adjacent to...read more
