American

  • Burgers, fries, steak and potatoes — enjoy traditional American cuisine. Sit by the lake and order a steak. Weather you drive a Chevy or a Ford, there’s no substitute for a wholesome burger to keep you from running on empty. From fine dining to local delis, there’s a variety of great American food to choose from in Lake Tahoe.

    Bite American Tapas

    Bite American Tapas

    907 Tahoe Boulevard, Incline Village, NV  89451
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    In: Restaurants: Tapas & Small Plates, Wine Bar, American

    North Lake Tahoe’s Bite American Tapas serves delightful small plate meals, designed for one or to share. Enjoy an extensive wine list, craft beers, cocktails and live music on select nights with your meal.

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    Sierra Cafe

    Sierra Cafe

    111 Country Club Drive, Incline Village, NV  89451
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    In: Restaurants: California Cuisine, American, Breakfast

    Stone walls and exposed beams lend a cozy cabin atmosphere in Sierra Café. Take in the gorgeous views of the beautiful natural scenery featuring Lake Tahoe’s verdant forest and mountainside splendor as you savor our flavorful cuisine.

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    Lone Eagle Grille

    Lone Eagle Grille

    111 Country Club Drive, Incline Village, NV  89451
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    In: Restaurants: California Cuisine, American, Family

    Adjacent to the main hotel tower on the shores of Lake Tahoe, the award-winning Lone Eagle Grille welcomes guests to a world-class view and dining experience.

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    Big Daddy's Burgers

    Big Daddy's Burgers

    3490 lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA  96150
    view phone(530) 541-3465
    In: Restaurants: American, Burgers, Diners

    Big Daddy’s Burgers is located in the heart of South Lake Tahoe is the place for a great burger. Add delicious fries, a soda, beer or wine and you’ve found the best meal around. Plenty of parking, so don’t miss it!

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    Timber House Restaurant and Bar

    Timber House Restaurant and Bar

    168 Highway 50, Stateline, NV  89449
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    In: Restaurants: American, Steakhouse, Breakfast

    The Timber House Restaurant provides magnificent views of the Sierras and Mt. Tallac. Open beam wooden ceilings and classic Tahoe photographs are part of the warmth in this Tahoe local's gathering place. Our menus offer more than you ever imagine for the price. You will enjoy traditional American fare.

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    Manzanita Lake Tahoe

    Manzanita Lake Tahoe

    13031 Ritz-Carlton Highlands Court, Truckee, CA  96161
    view phone(530) 562-3050
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    In: Restaurants: American, California Cuisine, Breakfast

    With its spectacular setting, the resort provides a stunning backdrop to every dining option. Manzanita, the resort’s signature restaurant by renowned San Francisco chef Traci Des Jardins features her signature French-inspired California cuisine with mountain resort influences.

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    Austin's Restaurant

    Austin's Restaurant

    120 Country Club Dr # 24, Incline Village, NV  89451
    view phone(775) 832-7778
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    In: Restaurants: American, Family | Attractions: Groups & Meetings

    In 1991 Doug and Gloria Brimm traveled from Austin, Texas and opened Austin's restaurant in Incline Village, Nevada. The restaurant was an instant success in the small community of Incline Village and in the year 2001 son John and wife Ashley took over the family business. Now in our 20th year in business, Austin's remains a favorite for locals and tourists alike.

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    Izzy's

    Izzy's

    2591 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA  96150
    view phone(530) 544-5030
    In: Restaurants: Burgers, American, Diners

    Izzy's Burger Spa in South Lake Tahoe is the local's favorite for old-fashioned grilled, fresh food. Discover the best burgers, dogs, chicken sandwiches, fish n’ chips, shakes and more.

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    Gordon's Backyard BBQ & Catering

    Gordon's Backyard BBQ & Catering

    South Lake Tahoe, CA  96150
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    In: Weddings: Catering | Restaurants: American, Catering

    Gordon's Backyard BBQ & Catering specializes in Championship Award Winning barbecue catering in the Reno Tahoe area. Our BBQ flavor is best described as a Kansas City/Memphis style BBQ along with our own unique touches.

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    Sharkey’s Casino

    Sharkey’s Casino

    1440 Hwy 395 N, Gardnerville, NV  89410
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    In: Restaurants: American | Attractions: Entertainment, Gambling

    Sharkey's offers two large banquet rooms for your next birthday party, wedding reception, baby shower, fundraiser, business meeting, working breakfast, lunch, or dinner, or just a party!

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    Horizon Casino & Resort

    Horizon Casino & Resort

    50 Highway 50, Stateline, NV  89449
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    In: Hotels & Rentals: Hotels | Restaurants: American | Attractions: Groups & Meetings

    The Horizon Casino Resort in the heart of South Lake Tahoe is minutes from golf and beaches; world-class skiing and snow sports in the winter. Three restaurants, slot games and a movie theater add to the full resort experience.

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    The Soule Domain

    The Soule Domain

    9983 Cove St., Brockway, CA  96143
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    In: Restaurants: American | Weddings: Rehearsal Dinners

    Discover creative American dining in an elegant North Lake Tahoe log cabin. Soule Domain is an upscale, intimate restaurant that deliciously combines style and romance in a cozy dining room.

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    Cottonwood Restaurant

    Cottonwood Restaurant

    10142 Rue Hilltop, Truckee, CA  96161
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    In: Attractions: Entertainment | Restaurants: Steakhouse, American

    Cottonwood restaurant has been a fixture of Truckee’s vibrant dining scene for 23 years, and was voted North Lake Tahoe’s “Best Restaurant” for the past four. Housed in a historical ski lodge, constructed in 1928 to serve as a warming hut for the town of Truckee’s ski and toboggan hill, the restaurant is a virtual museum of historic photos and artifacts.

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    Sugar Bowl Resort

    Sugar Bowl Resort

    629 Sugar Bowl Rd., Norden, CA  95724
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    In: Attractions: Skiing & Snowboarding | Weddings: Chapels & Venues | Restaurants: American

    2012-2013 Season Passes are now on sale! Purchase your pass now and enjoy free skiing and riding for the remainder of the 2011/2012 season. Pass types include Unrestricted, Slightly Restricted, Summit Sunday, College and Mid-week. New Season Passholders for 12/13 will receive the current 11/12 season pass prices, while all current 11/12 Sugar Bowl Season Passholders who choose to renew their season pass for 12/13 by June 1st will receive the 11/12 early-season rates. Current CORE members can also use 50,000 of their 11/12 CORE points to receive $50 off the price of their 12/13 Season Pass. All Sugar Bowl Season Passes include membership in the CORE Rewards Program, which offers points-based perks across the entire resort. In addition, all Sugar Bowl Season Passholders ages 4 and up are eligible to participate in the General Admission Program, offering a free 2 hour group lesson and free standard equipment rental on General Admission days. For more information and pass prices visit sugarbowl.com/seasonpass or call the Mount Judah Special Ticket Office at (530) 426-6783. General Admission is now good 7 days a week through the end of the 2011/2012 season! CORE Daily Pass holders and Season Pass holders, bring a friend and save them $15 off the price of their lift ticket. Other resort passholders, bring your pass to Sugar Bowl and enjoy $15 of the price of your lift ticket too.

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  • “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives” Visits Two Tahoe Diners

    The show’s producers were drawn to the restaurant’s “comfort food with an attitude” vibe, as well as the fact that it is housed in an original 1940s diner.

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    Lake Tahoe Diners: The 1950s are Alive and Delicious

    The diner is an iconic institution at Lake Tahoe, and the diner community prides itself on one hell of a milkshake and grilled cheese.

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    Lake Tahoe’s Best Pizza

    Lake Tahoe has a variety of pizza parlors, complete with salad bars and calzones. Enjoy Tahoe-fresh ingredients, handmade dough and perhaps a local brew.

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