Lake Tahoe Restaurants On The Water With A View
Planning a summer vacation in Tahoe and looking for Lake Tahoe restaurants on the water that have nice lake views?
In our Lake Tahoe Lakefront Restaurant Guide we’ll show you different types of restaurants by the water all around the lake. From upscale South Lake Tahoe restaurants with a view to relaxed North Lake Tahoe eateries and not to forget some cool restaurants on the lake’s West shore.
Be sure to also check out our guide to Tahoe’s lakefront hotels that boast incredible lake views.
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Lakefront Restaurants Lake Tahoe
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Lakefront Restaurants Lake Tahoe
Since Tahoe is huge and there are a lot of towns around the lake, we are listing the lake view restaurants on Lake Tahoe from South to North by their respective cities.
Our Lake Tahoe Waterfront Restaurants Guide includes restaurants for every budget. From upscale eateries by the lake as well as chill and down-to-earth restaurants with a view of Lake Tahoe.
Let’s take it away with the best Lake Tahoe restaurants with a view!
South Lake Tahoe Waterfront Restaurants
1 | Riva Grill On The Lake
Restaurant With Harbor & Lake Views
The South Lake Tahoe lakeside restaurant at Lake Tahoe Harbor features classic American fare with a view of the boats and the blue mountain lake.
Price: $$$
Location: South Lake Tahoe
2 | Boathouse On The Pier
Upscale South Lake Tahoe Restaurant On The Water With Sunset Views
This South Lake Tahoe restaurant on the water features a bar and grill serving upscale American cuisine. The Boathouse boasts panoramic Lake Tahoe views directly from the pier at the Beach Retreat & Lodge in South Lake Tahoe.
It is a great dinner place to watch the incredible sunset over the lake.
Price: $$$
Location: South Lake Tahoe
3 | Artemis Lakefront Café
Restaurant By The Lake In South Lake Tahoe
The Artemis Lakefront Café is a humble Mediterranean eatery and bar with outdoor seating by the lake in South Lake Tahoe.
Price: $$
Location: South Lake Tahoe
4 | Beacon Bar & Grill
South Lake Tahoe Lakeside Restaurant
Down-to-earth South Lake Tahoe lakeside restaurant with weekly live music at Camp Richardson.
Price: $$
Location: South Lake Tahoe
5 | Beach House South Lake Tahoe
Beachside Restaurant In Lake Tahoe With Beach & Lakeviews
Relaxed beachside restaurant in South Lake Tahoe across The Landing Tahoe Resort & Spa offering American food at the beach with lake views.
This section of the beach in Lake Tahoe is private. To access the beach here you have to pay a steep fee of 25 USD per adult/per day. The Beach House is public, however.
Therefore, if you are here for the lake views, getting a drink or something to eat at the Beach House South Lake Tahoe is a great way to be near the beach and enjoy the epic lake and mountain scenery.
Price: $$
Location: South Lake Tahoe
6 | Edgewood Restaurant
Upscale Lakeside Restaurant In South Lake Tahoe
This upscale lakeside restaurant in South Lake Tahoe serves contemporary American dinners in a lakefront lodge with picturesque lake views of Lake Tahoe at the Edgewood Tahoe Resort.
Price: $$$$
7 | Sunset Beach Bar & Grille Beach Restaurant
Lake Tahoe Beach Bar Boasting The Best Sunset Views
Located right on the beach by the bustling Zephyr Cove Marina, the Lake Tahoe waterfront restaurant / beach shack offers cold beverages, cocktails, and pub fare.
This simple South Lake Tahoe beachfront restaurant is a great place to watch the sunset over the mountains on the opposite side of the lake. It’s in fact THE beach bar to watch the sunset in Lake Tahoe.
Price: $$
Location: Zephyr Cove
West Shore Lake Tahoe Beachfront Restaurants
Homewood
8 | Chambers Landing Bar & Grill
Lakeview Restaurant & Famous Bar On The Pier
The bustling Chambers Landing bar and grill are set on a pier as well as beachside boasting great lake views from each of the two locations.
The restaurant with lake views offers American eats and drinks while the bar on the pier serves beer and cocktails right over the water.
Chambers Landing is the oldest bar on the water in Lake Tahoe.
The beach at Chambers Landing is also a great spot to stop and take a break during your paddleboarding tour of the West Shore. Learn more about paddleboarding Lake Tahoe here.
Price: $$
Location: Homewood
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9 | The West Shore Cafe
Upscale West Lake Tahoe Waterfront Restaurant
The upper-scale West Lake Tahoe waterfront restaurant offers seasonal California-inspired cuisine on a deck with incredible lake views. During summers there is outdoor seating on the pier as well which makes the lake views even better.
The West Shore Restaurant Cafe is located within the lakeside lodge West Shore Cafe And Inn.
Price: $$$
Location: Homewood
North Lake Tahoe Restaurants On The Water
Tahoe City
10 | Sunnyside Restaurant & Lodge
Lakefront Restaurant With Large Deck
The Sunnyside lakefront restaurant at the Sunnyside Lodge serves American gourmet cuisine and cocktails overlooking the northwest shore of Lake Tahoe.
The restaurant boasts an expansive lakefront deck to enjoy a meal and drinks in a beautiful setting directly by the lake.
Price: $$
Location: Tahoe City
11 | Christy Hill
Upscale North Lake Tahoe Restaurant With Lakefront Patio
Christy Hill Bistro features a premier dining experience with lakefront patio seating serving upscale French-inspired California cuisine.
Price: $$$
Location: Tahoe City
12 | Za’s Lakefront
Chill Lake Tahoe Lakeside Restaurant With Lakefront Deck
Za’s Lakefront is a relaxed Lake Tahoe lakeside restaurant serving American & Italian cuisine in a chill space with a lakefront deck.
There is also a pier that invites for a quick stroll after your meal.
Price: $$
Location: Tahoe City
12 | Moe’s Original BBQ
Waterfront Restaurant In North Lake Tahoe With Marina & Lake Views
Low’s Original BBQ is an iconic Alabama-style waterfront restaurant in North Lake Tahoe serving pulled pork and other in-house smoked meats with a view of the Tahoe City Marina and the lake.
Price: $$
Location: Tahoe City
13 | Jake’s On The Lake
Upscale North Lake Tahoe Lakefront Restaurant
Located next to Moe’s BBQ, this Tahoe lakefront restaurant serves upscale new American fare with Californian & Hawaiian hints.
With seating on two levels, Jake’s On The Lake is one of the best Lake Tahoe restaurants with a view.
Price: $$$
Location: Tahoe City
14 | Tahoe National Brewing Company
Lake Tahoe Brewery & Gastropub With Lake Views
This gastropub is hidden a bit but once found rewards restaurant goers with nice lake views overlooking Lake Tahoe while tasting freshly brewed local Tahoe beers.
Price: $$
Location: Tahoe City
Carnelian Bay
15 | Gar Woods Grill & Pier
Upscale Lake Tahoe Restaurant By The Water
Gar Woods Grill & Pier is an upscale Lake Tahoe restaurant by the water serving Californian cuisine with indoor and outdoor lakeside dining.
The restaurant’s deck boasts expansive views of Lake Tahoe and the iconic pier located right in front.
Price: $$$
Location: Carnelian Bay
Kings Beach
16 | Whitecaps Pizza
Upstairs Beachfront Patio Overlooking Lake Tahoe
Whitecaps Pizza is a relaxed pizza restaurant, serving pizza and pasta with a patio upstairs overlooking the beach in front and Lake Tahoe.
Price: $$
Location: Kings Beach
17 | Jason’s Beachside Grille
North Lake Tahoe Lakeside Restaurant
Jason’s Beachside Grille serves typical American bar fare and offers outdoor lakeside seating in North Lake Tahoe.
Price: $$
Location: Kings Beach
Incline Village
18 | Lone Eagle Grille
Upscale Lakeside Dining In North Lake Tahoe
Located within the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort in Incline Village, Lone Eagle Grill offers some of the most upscale lakeside dining in Lake Tahoe featuring American cuisine and a wide variety of wines.
Price: $$$
Location: Incline Village
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We hope you found our guide to the best Lake Tahoe waterfront restaurants helpful and that our selection helped you find a nice place to eat and enjoy the great lake views.
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