Tahoe City restaurants offer a great variety of fare enhanced by dazzling scenery. On the lakefront, West Lake Boulevard, along the Truckee River or by Fanny Bridge, Italian, Chinese and Mexican and additional restaurants serve food made from generations of family recipes. Others are among the most renowned of Tahoe City restaurants for the many years they have served residents and visitors.
Fire up your day’s activities with Tahoe City dining, like omelets or Eggs Benedict atop regular or gluten-free English muffins. Also sweeten your Lake Tahoe mornings with fresh baked black currant scones and pecan cranberry breakfast bars. By midday, many Tahoe City restaurants stoke your energy with burgers made of Kobe beef, buffalo and elk or lighter fare such as salmon salad with an orange vinaigrette dressing. Raise your glasses and toast Lake Tahoe’s spectacular sunsets with drinks and appetizers. Wolf down truffle fries or enjoy fresh chips and salsa with a large margarita.
Indulge in it all and make plans to repeat the next day. Be sure to check ahead as several West Shore and Tahoe City dining options close or have reduced hours during the winter.
West Shore & Tahoe City Restaurants
Driving along Lake Tahoe’s West Shore, restaurants can be found every few miles. Some Tahoe City dining options have incredible views of lake and mountains to accompany every meal whether you dine inside or al fresco. Others enrich their West Shore restaurants’ menus with locations under towering trees and near ski runs. There are no fast food or chain establishments, so stopping in allows the enjoyment of fare prepared by local owners of West Shore restaurants.
Breakfast is best found in the general stores’ delis of Homewood and Tahoma where familiar dishes and more gourmet offerings are served early. Burgers and sandwiches are easy to find, as are European specialties like veal cutlets in cream sauce with fresh-made spätzle or creamy asparagus soup. Fresh produce from across the western Sierra Nevada and the regional Central Valley shine in seasonal entrees served in elegant surroundings.
Tahoe City Restaurants by Category and Location
For a gastro pub menu and lodge-style dining, head to Cedar House Pub at Granlibakken Tahoe. Guests can enjoy seasonal menus and specials, including a kids...read more
Chambers Landing Bar & Restaurant is a dining experience with historical presence (it's the oldest bar on the water in Tahoe), impressive views of Lake...read more
Christy Hill Lakeside Bistro is one of the prime fine-dining experiences in North Lake Tahoe. Perfectly situated to take in the beautiful views of Lake...read more
Coffee Connexion isn't just a place that serves coffee. It's a place that serves coffee with love. A ma and pa coffee joint that began its journey with the...read more
D'lish Catering is a favorite for locals and visitors when it comes to having incredibly tasty food at any size event. With years of experience in...read more
Duff’s Diner offers a cozy, family-style atmosphere with stunning views of Lake Tahoe. This newly opened spot serves breakfast and lunch, featuring...read more
Fat Cat Bar & Grill is a boisterous locals' hangout that offers great twists on Thai, Mexican and California cuisine. The ambiance is modern, inviting...read more
If you are looking for a scrumptious breakfast or mid-day meal that will leave you feeling satisfied, put Fire Sign Cafe on your list. This small breakfast...read more
Front Street Station serves Mexican food and pizza – a good combination for those looking for something that's quick, easy and tasty. The iconic log cabin...read more
If there were an award for understated business names, Gordon's Backyard BBQ and Catering would be a contender. This movable feast will come to your event...read more
Jake's On The Lake is a longstanding favorite for both locals and visitors to the North Lake Tahoe area. The restaurant has a superb location situated...read more
Jiffy's Pizza Tahoe Vista is the kind of pizza joint everybody wishes they could have in their hometown. Delivery, pick up and eat in are available, and...read more