Lake Tahoe restaurants have a little something for everyone. From your all-organic, green smoothie-chugging vegan to the carnivore devouring a burger, milkshake and fries and deciding where to order a pizza, visitors and residents remain well fed in Lake Tahoe. These Lake Tahoe restaurants feature a variety of cuisine and versatile food options that make your dining experience anything but dull. At Incline Village restaurants, for example, you can drift from upscale eateries to no-frill diners to delis open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Like every popular vacation destination, Lake Tahoe has its share of gourmet restaurants. Visit Truckee restaurants, for example, and you’ll discover some high-end places with vast wine lists and chef-prepared goodness. Lake Tahoe restaurants are open to all, resort or not, and you’ll find feasts ranging from ethnic cuisine to Americana fare. And your taste buds won’t be the only ones having a pleasurable dining experience — the flowing Truckee River provides a beautiful piece of eye-candy to enhance your meal. If you want to taste some high-dining representatives of the Tahoe area, you can enjoy Southwest, Tex-Mex-inspired dishes in South Lake Tahoe restaurants or Pacific Northwest-influenced fare in Tahoe City restaurants.
A Full Menu of Lake Tahoe Restaurants
If you don’t want all the fuss, however, these restaurants can definitely satisfy a simple palate. Grab some grub and catch the baseball game’s score at sports bars and grills in Kings Beach. In a hurry? Swing by one of Tahoe’s many burger joints. Or if you want a bite to eat that’s a little finer but still quick, you can make a quick trip to a Palisades Tahoe restaurant that turns its high-end dishes into carry-out meals.
And with all the activity you’re doing throughout the day — swimming, hiking, biking, skiing and exploring — you’ll want some small munchies to keep you going until your next meal. Visit one of the many coffee shops around the lake for a boost of caffeine and a pastry. If you’re looking for a sophisticated way to start the evening, swing by an eclectic bar or brewery and sip on some locally crafted beers with your friends.
Hungry yet? Good! Check out the Lake Tahoe restaurant listings below to discover where you can satisfy all your cravings.
Lake Tahoe Restaurants by Area
South Lake Tahoe | Truckee | Tahoe City & West Shore | Palisades Tahoe
Kings Beach & North Shore | Incline Village & Crystal Bay
Lake Tahoe Restaurants by Category
Family-owned and -operated since 1978, Azzara’s is one of the oldest restaurants in Incline Village. They serve up authentic Italian cuisine...read more
It’s hard to beat barbecue and beer after a long day shredding the slopes. And the Ritz Carlton Lake Tahoe nailed the concept with its Backyard Bar &...read more
The name is a bit misleading at Bally's Cafe. This is not the in-house diner for the resort but instead serves more as a coffee shop for quick drinks,...read more
With its spot on the main corner of downtown Truckee, Bar of America’s location alone draws people through its doors. After 40 years in business, however,...read more
Bar One is a newly remodeled bar that brings back the swanky vibe of Palisades Tahoe's (formerly Squaw Valley's) yesteryear. On the upstairs level of the...read more
What better way to enjoy Lake Tahoe than waking up early to experience the peace and serenity of the morning hours while sipping a cup of organic, artisan...read more
Whether you live at Tahoe or you are in town visiting, when you go to Base Camp Pizza Co. you are on vacation. It’s located in the Heavenly Village, so...read more
Beach Hut Deli is a franchise shop, but it has a local, Tahoe vibe about it. The gourmet and specialty sandwiches are made with bread from the Truckee...read more
In a resort town, the restaurants and pubs often segregate into two different groups – the places that tend toward the locals and the places that tend...read more
There is an eclectic little coffee shop in the Round Hill shopping center called Bean Bar. It’s a fun spot with lots of local art and a relaxed, Tahoe-time...read more
If you enjoy the finger-licking yumminess of ribs, then you must check out Bear Beach BBQ. Secret recipes make for amazing flavors that can only be found in...read more
Those who enjoy the nanobrewery scene must try Bear Belly Brewing Company. With their small-batch brewing system, Bear Belly has five beers constantly...read more
