The time is almost here! Check out the Exploring Tahoe and Local Food + Drinks tabs as a resource for your stay. Don’t miss the grand entrance of Madi + Raz to the welcome party...arrive promptly at 6 PM to join the fun! Q+A section has parking info.

Madeline & Razvan

August 31, 2024

The time is almost here! Check out the Exploring Tahoe and Local Food + Drinks tabs as a resource for your stay. Don’t miss the grand entrance of Madi + Raz to the welcome party...arrive promptly at 6 PM to join the fun! Q+A section has parking info.

Madeline & Razvan

August 31, 2024

Local Food + Drinks



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BREAKFAST + COFFEE

The Dam Cafe

Quaint cafe located in Tahoe City near the Lake Tahoe Dam. Offers delicious breakfast burritos, bagels, smoothies, coffee, and sandwiches. Open from 7 AM - 1 PM. Great spot to bike to from the Truckee River Bike Trail!

West Shore Market + Deli

Neighborhood grocery, coffee bar, and deli. Offers breakfast burritos, bagels, fresh baked goods, and made to order sandwiches for lunch.

Cornerstone Kitchen

An extension of the popular Cornerstone Bakery, this is a fantastic choice for homemade breakfast, brunch, or lunch. Pancakes, breakfast sandwiches, salmon hash, and more . Open from 7 AM - 3 PM. Located in Truckee.

Drink Coffee, Do Stuff

Located in Truckee, this is a great local coffee shop! Known for its high-quality coffee sourced from mountainous regions and unique seasonal drinks

LUNCH / DINNER

River Ranch Bar & Restaurant

Located along the Truckee River (request a table outside!) and 5 minutes from Everline Resort. Contemporary American cuisine with dishes like wild game meatloaf and grilled NY steak.

Sunnyside Restaurant

Located on the shores of Lake Tahoe with an expansive deck, this restaurant offers a blend of contemporary American cuisine with burgers, fish tacos, and steak. Takes reservations.

Spoon Gourmet Comfort Food

Cozy, cottage-like atmosphere with dishes made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, including options like 3-cheese rosemary mac and handmade beef meatballs, and inventive desserts such as the Million Dolla' Slice. Perfect for small groups…reservations highly encouraged!

Jake's on the Lake

New American fare with Californian & Hawaiian flavors and a variety of seafood. Great spot for a waterfront lunch or dinner. Accepts reservations.

Christy Hill

Upscale, more intimate restaurant with a food forward, farm focused vision. Offers a variety of small and large plates. Open for dinner only. Reservations are recommended.

Tangerine French Bistro

Upscale restaurant with a menu that features a selection of oysters, fresh baked bread, house made charcuterie, hors d’oeuvres, entrees, vegetable sides and desserts. They focus on sourcing the best, local produce when at the peak of the season and exclusively from local farmers.

GREAT FOR DRINKS + BITE TO EAT

Tahoe National Brewing Company

Local brewery with an outdoor patio along Lake Tahoe. Rotating food menu with globally inspired cuisine. They also make homemade non-alcoholic ginger ale! Accepts reservations for parties over 5 people.

Donner Creek Brewing

Features a rotating selection of two to three in-house brews alongside local favorites. In addition to quality craft beers, the brewery offers gourmet paninis and grilled cheese sandwiches. Located in Truckee with indoor and outdoor seating.

Gar Woods Grill & Pier

Known for its famous alcoholic beverage, the "Wet Woody,” pictured below. Enjoy at your own risk! Also serves a variety of salads, burgers, steak, and seafood.

Chambers Landing Bar & Grill

Cabinlike restaurant located along the west shore of Lake Tahoe. Offers burgers, fish & chips, and unique appetizers. Known for their Chambers Punch, a refreshing frozen cocktail you can enjoy while taking in amazing lake views!!!

ICE CREAM

LITTLE TRUCKEE ICE CREAMERY

All natural, homemade ice cream made. They even make their own inclusions such as caramel, brownies, cookies, pralines, chocolate chips, and more. Non-dairy options, organic coconut milk based flavors, and organic fruit sorbets offered every day. Located in Truckee and downtown Tahoe City.