The tranquil lake, towering evergreens and shady mountain climbing trails – there are a lot of reasons to fly to South Lake Tahoe. Whether you select to hit the trail or splash around on the shore, you'll probably need a post-hike meal and drink to refuel between adventures. And South Lake's beer and breakfast scene makes it easy to benefit from the lake's scenic wonders without skimping on what's in your glass or in your plate.
There are many places that supply delicious scrambled eggs, Benedicts and other brunch dishes. But get going Artemis Lakefront Cafe, and you possibly can enjoy a Mediterranean-inspired menu by the lake. Enjoy the water views while sipping mimosas and espresso drinks by the large outdoor fire pit or on the patio. The Greek Breakfast ($17) features slices of gyros sauteed with peppers and onions, topped with feta and served alongside eggs, herbed fried potatoes and pita bread. They are also open for lunch and dinner.
Heidi's pancake house and its shiny yellow chalet are a South Lake Tahoe institution—it opened in 1964—and a terrific place to begin for any journey from pancakes to pilsner. Order a Heidi's Short Stack ($11.49), with 4 buttermilk or buckwheat pancakes, or treat yourself to a Bacon Stack ($15), six pancakes with crispy bacon bits baked right within the batter.
Now it’s Driftwood Cafe puts you right in the midst of the motion in Heavenly Village. Their Breakfast Burrito ($14) holds a special place in our hearts (and bellies) with its wealthy filling of scrambled eggs, breakfast sausage (or avocado), hash browns, cheese, and homemade salsa. And the “Primo Pancakes and Crazy Waffles” offering features a stuffed waffle ($14) with bananas, granola and yogurt.
And the relaxed counter service Sprouts Natural Cafe blends fresh smoothies ($7.50 to $8.25) to order, with a morning menu that features breakfast bowls ($12.75) with brown rice, beans, cage-free steamed eggs, melted jack and avocado, and Huevos Verduras Rancheros (13, $50) includes the vegetables.
Then head out and revel in the summer outdoor scene. If you're ready, we're waiting for you with some suggestions for craft beer destinations and – oh hello, here you might be!
There are many bars and restaurants in South Lake Tahoe. However, if we concentrate on what's brewed here, you should definitely take a look at South Lake Brewing Company. You can take the locals' option and head to the brewery, where a taproom, a beer garden with picnic tables and ski lift seating (yes, really), and rotating food trucks await. Or go for the corporate's Libation Lodge across from Heavenly Village for beer (and food).
We are excited South Lake BrewingNo, no, not the high-alcohol, quick-drink shots you discover in some bars. The brewery uses skis for its beer tasting flights. Most people go for the five-flavor option, which uses a pint-sized ski to serve five ounces of draft beer. If you’ve brought a bunch and would love to taste your entire program, there’s a 16 taster and full ski option.
South of North Brewing Co. is a cute little outdoor space that gives great Tahoe ambiance and a powerful collection of beers brewed on-site in a converted hotel room. (Yes, really, and if the brewer is nearby you possibly can catch a glimpse.)
If I had to decide on just one in all their beers to drink all day, Explorer Cream Ale immediately involves mind. It is described as a California Cream Ale, however the style is essentially European, offering a milky mouthfeel with a touch of vanilla. The Front Porch Pilsner can be a terrific alternative, a straightforward drinker with a light-weight taste. There's a wide array of IPAs and even a double IPA, but because it's a microbrewery, all the things changes seasonally and infrequently the kegs run out.
Plan to spend some time having fun with the outdoor area with its picnic tables and large fire pits surrounded by Adirondack chairs and cafe lights, or head inside to catch a game within the bar. Keep a watch on the brewery calendar in case you're all in favour of quiz nights.
End your day at Cold water brewery and grill, a full-service pub within the Swiss Chalet Village where you possibly can enjoy dinner together with your beer flight. You'll find beers that reflect the laid-back lake style, with names like Feel Good IPA, Lake it Easy Pilsner, and It's All Pine by Me IPA. If you want darker beers, the Stillwater Stout is a delicious combination of coffee, caramel and chocolate flavors. Crowd favorite Mr. Toad's Wild Rye is a malted amber with hints of grass and spice.
Or, in case you want games along together with your drinks, The hangar is a terrific outdoor option. Located on an acre of land near the Tahoe Forest, this tap and bottle shop works with other breweries to curate their offerings. There is picnic space, food trucks, and an adults-only play area that gives bocce ball, corn hole, and other lawn games. And for the indoor audience there’s Flatstick Pub It offers mini golf, a full bar with draft beer, and adult-only and family hours so you possibly can select your individual experience while…
Lake it Easy.
When you go
Artemis Lakefront Cafe: Open each day 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., 900 Ski Run Blvd., Suite 111, South Lake Tahoe; http://artemislakefrontcafe.com/.
Heidi's pancake house: Open each day 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., 3485 Lake Tahoe Blvd.; www.heidislaketahoe.com.
Driftwood Café: Open each day 7 a.m. to three p.m., 1001 Heavenly Village Way; www.driftwoodtahoe.com.
Sprouts Cafe: Open each day 9 a.m. to eight p.m., 3123 Harrison Ave.; www.sproutscafetahoe.com.
South Lake Brewing Company: Libation Lodge is open from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at 4000 Lake Tahoe Blvd., Suite 26. The brewery's taproom and beer garden is open Monday through Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to eight:30 p.m. and Thursday through Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at 1920 Lake Tahoe Blvd.; www.southlakebeer.com.
South of North Brewing Co.: Open Monday through Thursday 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday through Sunday 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. at 932B Stateline Ave.; www.southofnorthbeer.com.
Cold water brewery and grill: Open Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to eight:00 p.m. and Friday to Saturday until 8:30 p.m. at 2544 Lake Tahoe Blvd; https://tahoecoldwaterbrewery.com/
The hangar: Open Sunday through Wednesday from noon to 9 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday until 10 p.m. at 2401B Lake Tahoe Blvd.; www.thehangarlaketahoe.com.
Flatstick Pub: Open each day 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. or later, 4101 Lake Tahoe Blvd., Suite #101; https://flatstickpubtahoe.com/.
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