The best restaurants in South Lake Tahoe

56 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Ming's Restaurant | Chinese • Sushi

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Settle the kung pao vs. spicy tuna debate at Ming's Restaurant in Carson City, serving authentic Chinese favorites alongside fresh sushi.…

2330 S Carson St (Carson City)

“Settle the kung pao vs. spicy tuna debate at Ming's Restaurant in Carson City, serving authentic Chinese favorites alongside fresh sushi. Hit Mongolian Beef, Sizzling Rice Soup, or a Dragon Roll, then call it a night with takeout or keep it chill inside, all built on high-quality, fresh ingredients.”

From the South Lake Tahoe newsletter, August 7, 2026

Maggie's

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Maggie's keeps it local with fresh, seasonal cooking that somehow nails cozy and refined at the same time. Slide in for brunch or dinner…

933 Poplar St

“Maggie's keeps it local with fresh, seasonal cooking that somehow nails cozy and refined at the same time. Slide in for brunch or dinner this week, where hearty comfort meets a little culinary flair, and the hospitality feels like your favorite neighbor saved you a seat.”

The Getaway Cafe

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The Getaway Cafe does alpine comfort cuisine with a tasty blend of American and Mexican breakfast and lunch. Think legit omelets, burgers…

3140 US-50

“The Getaway Cafe does alpine comfort cuisine with a tasty blend of American and Mexican breakfast and lunch. Think legit omelets, burgers and brunch bevs, all made to order by a small crew that actually chats with you, which somehow makes the food hit even better.”

From the South Lake Tahoe newsletter, August 4, 2026

Ti Amo Italian Grille

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Located inside Casino Fandango, this eatery serves Italian dishes and wine in an upscale setting.

5554 3800 S Carson St (Carson City)

“Located inside Casino Fandango, this eatery serves Italian dishes and wine in an upscale setting.”

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Samurai Restaurant | Sushi • Japanese

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Enduring eatery with sushi bar & Tatami room serving sake & other Japanese eats in a warm ambiance.

2588 Lake Tahoe Blvd

“Enduring eatery with sushi bar & Tatami room serving sake & other Japanese eats in a warm ambiance.”

RoJo's Tavern

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Enduring fixture supplying BBQ & Italian dishes in a rustic-chic interior, plus a dance floor & DJs.

3091 Harrison Ave

“Enduring fixture supplying BBQ & Italian dishes in a rustic-chic interior, plus a dance floor & DJs.”

Gastromaniac Homemade Pasta & Pizza

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Pizza and homemade pasta spot featuring classic dishes and a beer and wine list.

3091 Harrison Ave #120

“Pizza and homemade pasta spot featuring classic dishes and a beer and wine list.”

California Burger Company

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Gourmet burgers & whiskey offered in a hip tavern with live bands, TVs & outdoor seating.

1001 Heavenly Village Way #2b

“Gourmet burgers & whiskey offered in a hip tavern with live bands, TVs & outdoor seating.”

Blue Dog Pizza | Tahoe Stateline

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Diners can build their own pizzas or order oven-toasted subs at this spot serving late-night slices.

4000 Lake Tahoe Blvd A1

“Diners can build their own pizzas or order oven-toasted subs at this spot serving late-night slices.”

Vinny's Pizza

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Upbeat, low-key & compact pie place turning out thin-crust pies, hearty subs & pasta dishes.

3940 Lake Tahoe Blvd #2

“Upbeat, low-key & compact pie place turning out thin-crust pies, hearty subs & pasta dishes.”

The Idle Hour | Lake Tahoe

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Laid-back wine bar offering lakeside pizza, panini sandwiches, charcuterie boards and fondues, plus cocktails and beers.

3351 Lake Tahoe Blvd Ste 6

“Laid-back wine bar offering lakeside pizza, panini sandwiches, charcuterie boards and fondues, plus cocktails and beers.”

Grand Central Pizza & Pasta

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Low-key spot serves up hearty portions of pizza, pasta & other Traditional American food like wings.

2229 Lake Tahoe Blvd E

“Low-key spot serves up hearty portions of pizza, pasta & other Traditional American food like wings.”

Kalani's

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Fine-dining spot at the Heavenly Mountain base featuring Hawaiian eats & a variety of sushi rolls.

1001 Heavenly Village Way #26

“Fine-dining spot at the Heavenly Mountain base featuring Hawaiian eats & a variety of sushi rolls.”

Carson City BBQ

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Eatery specializing in barbecue, including ribs and brisket, plus catering services.

5110 S Edmonds Dr (Carson City)

“Eatery specializing in barbecue, including ribs and brisket, plus catering services.”

Primo’s Lake Tahoe

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Relaxed, upscale eatery featuring a menu of Italian staples plus seafood and steaks.

1181 Emerald Bay Rd

“Relaxed, upscale eatery featuring a menu of Italian staples plus seafood and steaks.”

The Woods

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Casual gastropub offering a twist on comfort food, plus sports on TV, and live music.

3115 Harrison Ave

“Casual gastropub offering a twist on comfort food, plus sports on TV, and live music.”

Sonney's BBQ Shack Bar & Grill

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Buzzing restaurant offering substantial BBQ plates & comfort grub, plus a patio.

787 Emerald Bay Rd

“Buzzing restaurant offering substantial BBQ plates & comfort grub, plus a patio.”

Himmel Haus

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Festive hangout offering lots of German & Belgian beers, area-sourced Bavarian dishes & live events.

3819 Saddle Rd

“Festive hangout offering lots of German & Belgian beers, area-sourced Bavarian dishes & live events.”

Lake Tahoe Pizza Company

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Cozy pizzeria with rustic decor serving homemade pies on wheat, white & corn dough since 1973.

1168 Emerald Bay Rd

“Cozy pizzeria with rustic decor serving homemade pies on wheat, white & corn dough since 1973.”

Chicken In A Barrel BBQ

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Casual, hole-in-the-wall spot cooking smoked chicken, ribs and burgers, plus classic sides.

3600 Lake Tahoe Blvd Ste B

“Casual, hole-in-the-wall spot cooking smoked chicken, ribs and burgers, plus classic sides.”

Off The Hook Sushi

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Sashimi, cooked appetizers & over 40 unique sushi rolls served in a bustling spot with sleek decor.

2660 Lake Tahoe Blvd #14

“Sashimi, cooked appetizers & over 40 unique sushi rolls served in a bustling spot with sleek decor.”

Jalapeño's Taqueria

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Casual Mexican restaurant serving favorites like burritos and carne asada fries for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

675 Emerald Bay Rd

“Casual Mexican restaurant serving favorites like burritos and carne asada fries for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.”

Tomo Sushi & Grill

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Casual restaurant providing all-you-can eat sushi and small plates plus a bar.

135 E Clearview Dr #127 (Carson City)

“Casual restaurant providing all-you-can eat sushi and small plates plus a bar.”

Emerald Bay Bar & Grill

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Outpost of a Midwestern sports-bar chain serving casual American eats in a party atmosphere.

888 Emerald Bay Rd

“Outpost of a Midwestern sports-bar chain serving casual American eats in a party atmosphere.”

Brothers Burrito House

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No-frills joint with counter-service featuring traditional Mexican eats, such as tacos & burritos.

2136 Lake Tahoe Blvd

“No-frills joint with counter-service featuring traditional Mexican eats, such as tacos & burritos.”

Scusa Italian Ristorante

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Traditional Italian cuisine served in a warmly-lit dining room or on the heated outdoor patio.

2543 Lake Tahoe Blvd

“Traditional Italian cuisine served in a warmly-lit dining room or on the heated outdoor patio.”

The Pink House

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Relaxed, casual, dog-friendly restaurant housed in an elegant, pink-hued Victorian building, serving steaks, seafood, pizza, pasta,…

193 Genoa Ln (Genoa)

“Relaxed, casual, dog-friendly restaurant housed in an elegant, pink-hued Victorian building, serving steaks, seafood, pizza, pasta, burgers, sandwiches, salads, and other traditional American fare, along with cheese plates, beer, wine and cocktails.”

Empanash

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Handmade Argentinian empanadas served in a cozy, down-to-earth cafeteria, plus a takeaway option.

900 Ski Run Blvd #106

“Handmade Argentinian empanadas served in a cozy, down-to-earth cafeteria, plus a takeaway option.”

Maria's Mexican Restaurant

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Family-owned spot for vibrant Mexican classics, plus vegan and vegetarian options.

2494 Lake Tahoe Blvd #1

“Family-owned spot for vibrant Mexican classics, plus vegan and vegetarian options.”

Bert's Café

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Casual daytime eatery serving all-day breakfast, burgers & sandwiches in old-school surroundings.

1146 Emerald Bay Rd

“Casual daytime eatery serving all-day breakfast, burgers & sandwiches in old-school surroundings.”

Lotus Pho

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Vietnamese specialties, including pho, and other Asian dishes offered in a laid-back setting.

4000 Lake Tahoe Blvd Ste 25

“Vietnamese specialties, including pho, and other Asian dishes offered in a laid-back setting.”

Big Daddy's Burgers

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Burgers & draft beer are served at this bare-bones counter-serve joint with a small patio.

3490 Lake Tahoe Blvd

“Burgers & draft beer are served at this bare-bones counter-serve joint with a small patio.”

Round Table Pizza

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Long-running chain serving pizzas with customizable toppings & sauces in a simple space.

961 Topsy Ln (Carson City)

“Long-running chain serving pizzas with customizable toppings & sauces in a simple space.”

Izabella Ristorante Italiano

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Upscale Italian kitchen featuring pasta, traditional entrees & wine in a cozy, dimly lit space.

3967 Lake Tahoe Blvd

“Upscale Italian kitchen featuring pasta, traditional entrees & wine in a cozy, dimly lit space.”

The Naked Fish

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Hawaiian-influenced Japanese spot with next-door lounge known for its sushi & creative fish dishes.

3940 Lake Tahoe Blvd

“Hawaiian-influenced Japanese spot with next-door lounge known for its sushi & creative fish dishes.”

Chart House

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High-end chain eatery serving seafood & steakhouse fare in a classy setting with views.

392 NV-207 (Stateline)

“High-end chain eatery serving seafood & steakhouse fare in a classy setting with views.”

Artemis Lakefront Café

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Humble Mediterranean eatery with outdoor seating & an espresso bar serving beer, wine & cocktails.

900 Ski Run Blvd Ste. 111

“Humble Mediterranean eatery with outdoor seating & an espresso bar serving beer, wine & cocktails.”

Burger Me!

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Casual, family-style joint serving unique burgers, plus elk and bison burgers.

3838 Lake Tahoe Blvd Ste 100

“Casual, family-style joint serving unique burgers, plus elk and bison burgers.”

The Loft Restaurant/Lounge

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A casual, homey bar setting with an array of bistro-style dishes & rotating theater performances.

1001 Heavenly Village Way #50

“A casual, homey bar setting with an array of bistro-style dishes & rotating theater performances.”

Slice of Sierra Pizza Co.

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Local joint providing thin-crust, NYC-style pies & slices, plus draft brews in a laid-back setting.

3051 Harrison Ave #103

“Local joint providing thin-crust, NYC-style pies & slices, plus draft brews in a laid-back setting.”

Yūgen Cuisine

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Sushi spot dishing up hot entrees, rolls and salads at a small-scale Japanese eatery.

1132 Ski Run Blvd

“Sushi spot dishing up hot entrees, rolls and salads at a small-scale Japanese eatery.”

Elements Eatery & Bar

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Mexican comfort food eatery featuring cocktails, craft beer and tacos in a relaxed space with a lakeside patio.

3310 Lake Tahoe Blvd

“Mexican comfort food eatery featuring cocktails, craft beer and tacos in a relaxed space with a lakeside patio.”

Bruschetta

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Cozy eatery for Italian staples like pasta and pizza, plus beer, wine and cocktails.

290 Kingsbury Grade Rd #22 (Stateline)

“Cozy eatery for Italian staples like pasta and pizza, plus beer, wine and cocktails.”

The Grove Beach Bar & Grill

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Year-round bar & grill serving pub grub & drinks with lakeside views & weekly live music.

1900 Jameson Beach Rd

“Year-round bar & grill serving pub grub & drinks with lakeside views & weekly live music.”

It's Just Wings

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Simple menu restaurant focusing on traditional chicken wings and some fries, as well as boneless ones.

3784 US-395 (Carson City)

“Simple menu restaurant focusing on traditional chicken wings and some fries, as well as boneless ones.”

LandShark Bar & Grill

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Relaxed American restaurant serving island-inspired dishes and margaritas with live music.

4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd

“Relaxed American restaurant serving island-inspired dishes and margaritas with live music.”

Jake's On The Lake

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Longtime, lakefront place with a patio for New American fare with Californian & Hawaiian flavors.

780 N Lake Blvd (Tahoe City)

“Longtime, lakefront place with a patio for New American fare with Californian & Hawaiian flavors.”

Five Guys

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Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.

3640B Lake Tahoe Blvd

“Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.”

Wingstop

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Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

3965 S Carson St (Carson City)

“Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.”

Heidi's Pancake House

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Homey breakfast & lunch purveyor serving hearty fare, including many egg dishes & hot sandwiches.

3485 Lake Tahoe Blvd

“Homey breakfast & lunch purveyor serving hearty fare, including many egg dishes & hot sandwiches.”

Shinsen Sushi

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All-you-can-eat spot at Casino Fandango dishing up sushi and small plates in a casual environment.

5554 3800 S Carson St (Carson City)

“All-you-can-eat spot at Casino Fandango dishing up sushi and small plates in a casual environment.”

Tahoe Cocktail Corner

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Trendy cocktail bar with a patio, fire pits, live music, and happy hours.

2042 Lake Tahoe Blvd · ✓ checked Aug 4

“Trendy cocktail bar with a patio, fire pits, live music, and happy hours.”

Blue Dog Pizza | Tahoe Midtown

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Cozy restaurant serving pizzas (some of them vegan) with a variety of toppings, plus beer on tap.

2556 Lake Tahoe Blvd

“Cozy restaurant serving pizzas (some of them vegan) with a variety of toppings, plus beer on tap.”

The Red Hut Café

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Long-running local diner chain serving all-day breakfast & sandwiches in an old-school setting.

3660 Lake Tahoe Blvd

“Long-running local diner chain serving all-day breakfast & sandwiches in an old-school setting.”

Evan's American Gourmet Café

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Intimate converted cabin turning out New American plates, including seafood specials.

536 Emerald Bay Rd

“Intimate converted cabin turning out New American plates, including seafood specials.”

Base Camp Pizza Co.

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Italian plates, pies & cocktails turned out in an upbeat atmosphere with live music.

1001 Heavenly Village Way #25a

“Italian plates, pies & cocktails turned out in an upbeat atmosphere with live music.”

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