The Best North Lake Tahoe Restaurants

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Get a taste of our area during your visit when you dine at the best North Lake Tahoe restaurants! From upscale steakhouses to longstanding neighborhood haunts, North Lake Tahoe has a dining option for every craving. Enjoy traditional dishes with Tahoe-style flair! From famous New York-style bagels to seafood fresh from the Pacific, we have something for your taste. Don’t spend valuable vacation time deciding where to dine. Make a list of your “must-try” eateries with our helpful resources!

We’ve listed our picks for the best restaurants in North Lake Tahoe, but there’s so much more to discover! Access our free Vacation Guide to get the full list of restaurants, bars, wineries, and breweries.


TOP 5 NORTH LAKE TAHOE RESTAURANTS

  1. Syd’s Bagelry & Espresso
  2. Pianeta Ristorante
  3. Christy Hill
  4. Wolfdale’s Cuisine Unique
  5. Uncommon Kitchen

SIGNATURE DISHES AT OUR FAVORITES

Tofu Bahn Mi Sandwich | Incline Public House

Pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, onions and bell peppers
Price:
$15.99

Alibi Mustache Pretzel | Incline & Truckee Public House

Locally made by Truckee Sourdough With Alibi Beer Mustard, Alibi Beer Cheese, or Both.
Price:
Alibi Beer Mustard $9, Alibi Beer Cheese $10, Both $11

Beer-Braised Bratwurst| Incline & Truckee Public House

Dill Caraway sauerkraut & Pickled Red Cabbage on a Pretzel Roll with a choice of Alibi Beer Mustard, Beer Cheese, or Both.
Price:
$15

Rosie's Cafe Tahoe City

571 North Lake Blvd.
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 583-8504
Website

Homemade Meatloaf

Topped with caramelized bacon bourbon gravy
Price:
$18.99

Eggs Benedict

With hash brown potatoes
Price:
$14.99

Combo Pizza

Pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, onions and bell peppers
Price:
$15.99

Swedish Oatmeal Pancakes (3)

Topped with applesauce, sour cream and imported lingonberries
Price:
$11.49, Short Stack Swedish (2) $9.99, One Swedish $4.49

River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant

2285 River Rd.
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 583-4264
Website

Chophouse Angus Burger

1/2 Pound, brioche bun, local bacon, extra sharp white cheddar, beefsteak tomato, greens, charred sweet onion aioli (Substitute Beyond Burger or grilled chicken breast). *Please specify desired cooking temp in the notes: WELL, MEDIUM WELL, MEDIUM, MEDIUM RARE, RARE
Price:
$20

Jason's Beachside Grille

8338 N Lake Boulevard
Kings Beach, CA
(530) 546-3315
Website

Grilled Portabella

Whole Portabella mushroom topped with roasted red bell peppers, grilled onions, and creamy goat cheese. Served on a toasted bun.
Price:
$15.95

House Salad

Made in the Caprese style; fresh mixed greens, tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil and extra virgin olive oil. Drizzled with a balsamic reduction.
Price:
11.95, Add Chicken Breast 6, Add Salmon 10

Blackened Salmon Sandwich

Salmon filet grilled with Cajun spices and served on a French roll with tartar sauce on the side.
Price:
18.95

CB's Bistro

5075 North Lake Boulevard
Carnelian Bay, CA
(530) 546-4738
Website

Lasagna

a generous portion layered with ground beef, Italian sausage, three cheese, noodles & house marinara served with garlic bread
Price:
$15.95

The Roaster

grilled roast beef, sauteed red onion, mushroom and melted swiss cheese on toasted focaccia bread. Served with au jus
Price:
$14.95

The Veggie

roasted red peppers, broccoli, red onion, arugula and artichoke hearts.
Price:
Mini $10, Small $17, Medium $22, Large $27.50

Chicken Club Sandwich

blackened chicken, avocado, bacon, tomato, lettuce & pesto aioli on our homemade toasted focaccia bread
Price:
$15.25

Bridgetender Tavern & Grill

65 W Lake Blvd.
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 583-3342
Website

Pork Ribs & Wings & Fries

hot, slightly spicy Hawaiian teriyaki or BBQ style wings
Price:
$18

Rocky Mountain Elk Burger

6 oz. lean & delicious, cooked medium rare, served with monterey jack cheese & blueberry BBQ sauce
Price:
$14.50

Pete 'n Peter's Sports & Spirits

395 North Lake Blvd
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 583-2400
Website

Tahoe Tap Haus

475 N. Lake Blvd
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 584-2886
Website

Cheese Curds

Deep fried and garlic breaded Wisconsin Cheddar bites served with Marinara sauce
Price:
10

Grilled Chicken Caesar Sando

6 oz. grilled chicken breast, arugula, parmesan crsip with our Haus-made IPA Caesar dressing
Price:
16

Za's Lakefront

120 Grove Street
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 583-9292
Website

Fresh Ground Burger

cheese, onion bacon marmalade & fresh cut fries
Price:
16

Fat Zakel's Fish Sandwich

beer battered swai, sweet & spicy onions & coleslaw on a brioche bun with fresh cut fries or salad
Price:
16

Wings

spicy sweet chili garlic sauce, celery, carrots, blue cheese
Price:
16

Moe’s Original Bar B Que

700 North Lake Boulevard
Tahoe City, CA
(530) 807-1022
Website

St. Louis Style Ribs

St. Louis Style Pork Ribs served with red sauce & pickles. *Comes with 2 Moe's Original sides. 4 count or 6 count
Price: