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
2180 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA
Orchid's Thai Cuisine thrives in its little location just east of the Y. If you are looking for a Thai restaurant that is big on flavor and decorated with beautiful Thai decor, then this is a great place to enjoy. Their large menu offers something for everyone, and the dishes are perfect for sharing family-style. There are a lot of spicy dishes on their menu, and you can add heat if you'd like. Likewise, this restaurant is pretty good about accommodating special dietary needs. They also offer some nice desserts, including green tea ice cream, fried bananas and other treats.
Orchid's Thai Cuisine thrives in its little location just east of the Y. If you are looking for a Thai restaurant that is big on flavor and decorated with beautiful Thai decor, then this is a great place to enjoy. Their large menu offers something for everyone, and the dishes are perfect for sharing family-style. There are a lot of spicy dishes on their menu,...read more
Orchid's Thai Cuisine thrives in its little location just east of the Y. If you...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Italy has come to South Lake Tahoe. If you enjoy authentic Italian food, then Gastromaniac Homemade Pasta & Pizza is a must stop. Gastromaniac was created out of the desire to serve delicious, handmade Italian specialties in an easygoing and friendly dining environment. The menu offers the real deal when it comes to Italian pizza as well as four choices of pasta, potato gnocchi, Italian...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Grand Central Pizza & Pasta– the name just about says it all. The only way to improve on the moniker would be to note that they also have calzones, burgers, sandwiches and salads. Near the South Y and the intersection of Lake Tahoe Boulevard and Tahoe Keys Boulevard, Grand Central is convenient to get to and offers good food in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere....read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
The Round Hill Shopping Center on the Nevada side of the South Shore has an interesting and varied selection of businesses including Harumi, a restaurant offering authentic Japanese cuisine. Open for lunch and dinner every day, the restaurant does close between services so call for hours. The menu is extensive, with bento box specials, various types of sushi, appetizers ranging from calamari to soft-shell crab...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Heavenly Village is a collection of shops, restaurants and activities clustered around the Heavenly Ski Resort’s Gondola pad. The Village is tucked along the main boulevard through South Lake Tahoe near the Nevada casinos. Dining options range from ice cream, snack and coffee shops to gourmet burger and pizza restaurants. There’s a little bit of everything for those who like to shop, including art and...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Since 1964 Heidi's Pancake House has been serving breakfast and lunch in a quaint, adorable Swiss chalet in South Lake Tahoe. Their four-egg omelette menu takes up a full page. Other breakfast dishes include the traditional favorites. Salads, sandwiches and burgers are also on the menu, with the lunch items available at 11 a.m. The chalet theme from the outside is continued on the interior...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Hunan Garden of Lake Tahoe is near the Y and just a short way toward Emerald Bay. While located in an older building (Hunan Garden has been here for decades) with a dark exterior, the interior is actually well-lit and friendly. Diners can order from the menu or take advantage of the Chinese buffet, and it is often better to show up earlier than later...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Chinese fast food is definitely easier to find in the lower elevations than in the high-altitude mountain towns, but it does have representation in South Lake Tahoe in the form of Jade Garden. They serve large portions of inexpensive food, and it’s a popular spot among the locals looking for a quick meal that won’t break the bank. The coconut shrimp dish has a lot...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Jamba Juice is a chain that serves fruit and veggie smoothies and other good-for-you items such as bananas and berries and wheatgrass shots. The South Tahoe Jamba Juice is in the Village Center near Stateline, so it is in just the right spot to pick up a smoothie when you are walking around and exploring the nearby Heavenly shops. With breakfast wraps, muffins and steel-cut...read more
The Landing Lake Tahoe Resort & Spa
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Located at the Landing Resort & Spa, Jimmy’s is an elegant restaurant that serves mountain chic California cuisine. Brunch and a happy hour are offered daily. For dinner you can choose a number of small dishes to share as appetizers or as your main fare. From the new larger entree menu, select from dishes such as olive-oil braised chicken and prime 8 oz. filet mignon....read more
Shops at Heavenly Village
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
The high Sierra isn’t the first place you think of when you call to mind Hawaiian cuisine. But Kalani’s in the Heavenly Village offers a menu with island dishes influenced by Asian and European techniques. Dinner options include fresh fish and quality steaks, while the sushi bar presents a range of fun and creative choices. The Puka Lounge has an appetizer menu and full bar...read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Kirkwood’s General Store has a full-service deli for breakfast on through a late lunch. Egg sandwich breakfasts, breakfast burritos, salads, pastas, espresso, ice cream and sandwiches are all on the menu, as are microbrews and draft beer. And because it’s a general store you can pick up all sorts of dry goods and sundries here as well.read more
Lake Tahoe Vegetarian & Vegan
Le Bistro is an Incline Village hidden gem dishing up creative French fusion cuisine crafted with local, seasonal and organic produce. In this small, fine-dining restaurant, each dish is personally plated and artfully presented, and the food is as delicious as it is beautiful. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dinner options are available on request. Their international wine list is spectacular and has received Wine Spectator’s...read more
