Food Scene
Best Mexican in North Lake Tahoe. Cheap tacos, the Armadillo bowl is one of a kind, and the chile verde is best in town.
55 locals recommend
Taco's Jalisco
11400 Donner Pass RdBest Mexican in North Lake Tahoe. Cheap tacos, the Armadillo bowl is one of a kind, and the chile verde is best in town.
A Hula pie is a must. In the summer, great outdoor seating and view. In the winter, cozy indoor restaurant and bar.
266 locals recommend
Sunnyside
1850 W Lake BlvdA Hula pie is a must. In the summer, great outdoor seating and view. In the winter, cozy indoor restaurant and bar.
22 Bistro
1995 Squaw Valley RdGet the Tower 16 (a yum tuna appetizer)!
Rocker@Squaw
1960 Squaw Valley RdStandard go-to bar and restaurant. Good wings and good vibes.
The Placer Gold, Presto Maki, and Somoa are world-famous! Enjoy their extensive menu, including a whole page just on vegan/vegetarian rolls!
7 locals recommend
Tahoe City Sushi
690 N Lake BlvdThe Placer Gold, Presto Maki, and Somoa are world-famous! Enjoy their extensive menu, including a whole page just on vegan/vegetarian rolls!
Burger Me
10418 Donner Pass RdDelicious burgers AND serve yourself chipotle aioli :).
Moe's Original Bar B Que
700 North Lake BoulevardBBQ deliciousness.
Fireside Pizza Company
1985 Squaw Valley RdYummy pizza!
Drinks & Nightlife
Auld Dubliner Squaw Valley
1850 Village South RdThe wings and beer flows aplenty.
Uncorked Wine Bar
1750 Village East RdWine bar. Great place for a glass of wine.
Fat Cat Bar & Grill
599 N Lake BlvdSolid bar and restaurant, live music sometimes.
Parks & Nature
Great for cross country skiing in the winter, and hiking and mountain biking in the summer!
52 locals recommend
Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area
925 Country Club DrGreat for cross country skiing in the winter, and hiking and mountain biking in the summer!
Skiing in the winter; hiking in the summer! Awesome resort!
389 locals recommend
Squaw Valley Adventure Center
1960 Squaw Valley RdSkiing in the winter; hiking in the summer! Awesome resort!
Great views and short or long hike depending on your mood.
435 locals recommend
Emerald Bay State Park
138 Emerald Bay RdGreat views and short or long hike depending on your mood.
~1 mile uphill walk for gorgeous lake view. Best bang for your buck view.
77 locals recommend
Eagle Rock Hiking Trail
3370 West Lake Boulevard~1 mile uphill walk for gorgeous lake view. Best bang for your buck view.
Short or long hike, cascading waterfalls and pools, great views, and a free tram ride down if you choose to go all the way to the top.
24 locals recommend
Shirley Canyon Trailhead
1912 Chamonix PlShort or long hike, cascading waterfalls and pools, great views, and a free tram ride down if you choose to go all the way to the top.
Five Lakes Trail
Five Lakes TrailGreat hike to beautiful lakes.
Find many spots to set up along the river, or get your own tube and float. You can also reserve a raft and adventure that way.
124 locals recommend
Truckee River Raft Co.
185 W River RdFind many spots to set up along the river, or get your own tube and float. You can also reserve a raft and adventure that way.
Essentials
Save Mart Supermarkets
11399 Deerfield Dr5 - 10 minute drive
Safeway
11290 Donner Pass Rd15 minute drive; better Safeway than the one in Tahoe City
Mountain Hardware and Sports
11320 Donner Pass RdGreat hardware store - you can find almost anything.