Silly me had no idea that this is a second location for the OG Mahogany Smoked Meats that is in…read moreBishop! I was in the South Lake Tahoe area and walking around with my husband and our friend on a Saturday morning. When our friend looked up different places in the area to see what might be worth checking out, he mentioned that there was a smoked meats place. Immediately I was down to check it out. As we walked in, we were greeted by the employee behind the counter and a variety of jerky options in the case and along the walls. I tried a handful of samples before it dawned on me that the flavors and products seemed so familiar. I was completely oblivious that there were photos and references to their original location in Bishop (which I visited previously and really liked). I got a 1/4 lb of the sweet and spicy brisket to snack on and it made an excellent driving snack.

Randomly came in one day while sight seeing in the area. My party was greeted quickly and the…read moreattendant was super attentive. He answered all our questions, gave us some really yummy suggestions and was overall wonderful to interact with. Inside initially felt really empty - but honestly it was rustic and super spacious. The jerky was all so yummy. We tasted a bunch of different kinds and even different animals. I've really only ate beef jerky but my favorite ended up being an elk jerky I can't remember the name though! I definitely would come back again when in the area!

When in South Lake, The Tahoe Bagel is a trip! The funky, old school vibes you get when wandering…read morein make this a unique and memorable spot. This place is tucked away maybe a minute from Highway 50 on Kingsbury grade. They have a plethora of breakfast and veggies options, with a good selection of bagels. They have matcha, seasonal latte options, different cream cheese flavors, and a decent selection of juice, sodas, and tea. I came in HUNGRY and tried the Goombah sando with added turkey. It was crispy, delicious, and HOT. Oh my. Basically, a glorified caprese salad on a bagel. It was oily, messy, and wonderful. I got help ordering from Shannon, and she was a great help! The seating area is a tad limited for the lunch time rush I was here for. They have a couple couches in the middle that are nice and cozy, and a mix of tables that can fit 2 up to 6 people. It seems to have a good flow, but I wonder if there's a different or better way to accommodate more people to dine in. It seemed like most to half the people that came in got their orders to go, and had there been room to accommodate them, if they would have stayed. Overall, a friendly and high energy place that makes bomb bagel sandos. I wish this was closer to my stomping grounds in Reno, so it makes a special trip worth it to the Tahoe Bagel Co!

I'm not sure I get the hype of this place…read more Bagel left a lot to be desired. I wish there were more sweet bagel and cream cheese flavor choices. My order was made wrong. Coffee was okay. Service when ordering sorta felt like the employee didn't want to help us. And super expensive for small bagels and coffee. The indoor seating and parking lot is nice. I personally will never be back here.

I got my box today, and could smell the stuff inside without even unwrapping it :)…read more I got 4 different spice blends to try, and they came in cute little tins, and a sachet mix called "Mountain Memories", I think I'm going to make my whole house smell like this stuff, it's so good! and beautiful looking. The smell is so strong, unlike other potpourri type flower blends that don't smell good and/or are weak smelling. I also got a bath blend, but haven't broken into it yet. Overall very good value for high end herbal products.

I love these spices. Got some from Bentley Meat Market before they shut down! Glad to know you…read moreare so close to GArdnerville so I can get more!

I've been a loyal regular at Bruschetta since opening day, and it has quickly become one of my…read morefavorite local hangouts in Lake Tahoe! This charming Italian restaurant is exactly what every neighborhood needs -- warm, fun, and full of that authentic local vibe. The prices are incredibly reasonable (and if you're a local, be sure to let them know -- you'll get a wonderful locals discount!). On top of that, the portions are generously large, so plan on asking for a doggy bag to take leftovers home. The food is top-notch Italian done right. I love that the owner and chef aren't afraid to take risks and regularly change up the menu with creative specials. My absolute favorite is anything macaroni-related, but the seasonal watermelon salad is pure perfection -- light, refreshing, and absolutely head-over-heels wonderful. I'm already counting down the weeks until it returns next month! The cocktails are another highlight -- fun, creative, and clearly crafted by talented hands (they must have a mixologist on staff). Every sip is a treat. What really makes Bruschetta special is the atmosphere and the people. It has that wonderful local feel where most everyone seems to know each other, and the wait staff are familiar, friendly faces from the community. The service is exceptional -- attentive, warm, and genuinely personable. You truly feel like you're among friends every time you walk in. It's always bustling with happy patrons and locals, so do yourself a favor and book a reservation. You won't regret it! If you're looking for fantastic Italian food, generous portions, fair prices, and a fun, welcoming local spot, Bruschetta is the place. I can't recommend it highly enough -- I'll keep coming back again and again!

Chose Bruschetta as our first family dinner spot during our trip to Tahoe and was very happy with…read moreour choice. Not only was the food excellent, but the service is what put them over the top. This restaurant was minutes away from our hotel so location wise, Bruschetta is in prime location if you are staying in or around South Lake Tahoe. Parking was relatively easy And our meal while having a few honest mistakes was remedied by our waiter Sean which made the meal truly 5 stars. There were a few mishaps with our order but we enjoyed what came out regardless, and the fact Sean did his best to remedy the situation despite the kitchen being closed at that point caused me to rank Bruschetta a bonafide 5 star Italian restaurant. Ambiance is very classy and feels authentic to what an Italian restaurant should be. Here's what we ordered: Roasted Cherry and Plum Bruschetta, Fried Calamari, Brussel Sprouts, Shrimp Caldo, 20 Layer Lasagna, Spaghetti and meatballs, and spicy Linguini and clams. To drink: an old fashioned, Peach cocktail, blueberry cocktail, and glass of red wine. Somehow, maybe due to it being later in the evening, they forgot to bring us our Shrimp Caldo, Brussel Sprouts, and red wine. We may have been the last customers, but we realized our entire order was not brought out so we mentioned it to our waiter to which he sincerely apologized and made right the best he could. Instead of getting defensive or making excuses, our waiter Sean took action and quickly resolved any issues which speaks volumes not only for him as a person but for the restaurant as a whole. We ended up ordering dessert after: tiramisu And vanilla gelato. Both were excellent and tipped generously. Bruschetta is a solid 5 star Italian restaurant in Lake Tahoe And I give a hearty thanks to the ownership, chefs, and especially Sean for serving us a wonderful Italian feast!

This is a strong gourmet shop in the food desert of south lake. The deli staff is vibrant and the…read moregreens fresh. Great cookies. The weakness here is the packaged bread choices. No fresh baked rolls. The sourdough from bag was uninspired. They didn't toast it properly either on another sandwich - dry white. Otherwise it's a 4 star operation.

We had just finished a long morning cleaning house and were hungry for a sturdy lunch. I have been…read morehere many times to buy wine, cheese and gifts but hadn't eaten in yet. We ordered sandwiches and took a seat on the garden patio which was just perfect in the fall weather. I had a turkey and pepper jack on sourdough and my partner had the wrap of the day that was meat filled. Also a couple of beers, some potato salad and chips. I'd say the price is right for the area. They do bring out the food and collect your trays, which is helpful. I wish my sandwich had a little more condiments on it as it got super dry around the edges but I used the potato salad as a buffer for that issue. Potato salad was good. I will definitely be back and will try other sandwiches and the salads they offer.

Stopped in on our way to the Knight Monsters game. Service was great. They truly made us feel like…read morewe were regulars and it was our first time in. We picked the club sandwhich and basic burger. This was the first time my partner was able to order a regular burger without having to ask for anything to be left off. There's usually an aeoli or secret sauce, but this time it truly was the basics and it held up until the last bite. Club was also spot on. A classic that they did very well. The tots were crazy big portions and so so good. Prices weren't even that bad for eating in. We'll definitely be back.

The food was great and the mimosa refreshing. Seemed like a cool place for the night crowd as it…read morethey have live music and large TV screens for sports. We came for breakfast/brunch. Super friendly staff. Just FYI they do not have access to the Yelp wait list. It didn't matter though because we were seated right away. The menu was kind of weird because it had things scratched out and written in.

What a nice place to hang out. Yesterday we were here for the live music. We sat outside in the sun…read moretill it got to hot. Then we transitioned inside where we could still hear the music, but it was in the shade so it was cooler. It's hard to Believe on March 14,2026 it was too hot outside. The place was packed and all the outdoor shady spots were taken. The kids were playing wildly with the hula hoops and running around. The adults were playing ping pong and corn hole. Today, March 15 we returned to play Corn hole, ping pong and for lunch. We started with the broccoli chatter soup. We wanted the leech soup too, but they were out. We also had the turkey pesto grilled sandwich with gooey melted cheese and chips. We shared it and it was just right amount for us for lunch. I love outdoor games and even more when they are free. Corn hole is a tough game. I only got 2 in snd he got 4. Im not sure if we're any better at ping pong. Either way we had a fun time. After we were done a group of 6 kids were all playing and in the process some younger kids got fidgety and dismounted the net. I'm so glad we played first with the net intact. This is definitely a place I'll return to. We were at Caesar's watching the Raiders and 49ers play around 6 months ago and got hungry. There wasn't anything to tat in the casino so I popped over here and got us some sandwiches. It was perfect. The people in front of us did the same thing. If you walk out the back door of Caesars they are across the street.

[Food] - Beer flight ($15): Thoroughly enjoyed the…read moreElderberry Sour, Kombucha, and Hibiscus Lemonade! - Brussel Sprouts ($9): A tad too salty but the honey aioli drizzled on top was delicious! My fav dish of our order. - Potato Leek Soup ($9): A bit too creamy for my personal preference but it's still pretty good. - Loaded Potato Salad ($8): Delicious! There's a smokey flavor that really enhances all the ingredients. Would order again! [Service] - Friendly, helpful, fast [Ambiance] - Casual, fun, bright - Has indoor and outdoor seatings [Overall] - Would come back again for the fairly priced yummy food and delicious beer

This is in between CVS and Harrah's. Speakeasy vibe but not. We came after 7:30 which had live…read moremusic. He was taking donations for song requests w his Venmo QR. He had a list of songs to choose from and they're all country slow version so don't expect an upbeat pop song. The popular most requested songs were listed at $20 like Wonderwall. He was nice to let our group sing as if it was karaoke. Keep in mind there were speakers outside on the side walk! For drinks, they have a list of craft cocktails like a coffee section, sippers, beer, mocktails. We ordered: Noel's Espresso Martini - delicious! Cafe Bamboo - Japanese whiskey Bonito - one of the first 3 on the menu that's sweet. This was very pineapple. Bananas in Nola - this is a sipper drink w 100 proof rye whiskey Elixir of the month - coffee old fashion The decor and vibe is very prohibition. During the day, they have a cafe for coffee, lattes and matcha w pastries. The beautiful velvet blue coaches are for reserved parties or first come first serve if no one reserved it. I would recommend to reserve otherwise you'll be at the bar.

Popped in early sun AM. Barista was busy but kept thanking us for our patience which goes a long…read moreway. Asked for an espresso shot and a pour over. Pour over was great. Clean, balanced, exactly what I was hoping for first thing in the morning. First espresso shot wasn't great. Something was off in extraction. To their credit, they pulled a second as a consolation and it was definitely better. Not perfect, but improved. I appreciated the effort. The space is kind of cutesy, kind of silly in a charming way. Apothecary vibes, playful decor, not taking itself too seriously. Overall enjoyed the coffee and the scene. I'd come back, probably for another pour over.

[This review was written before a change of management and chef rumored early '26]…read more This bustling spot is an oasis in 25 miles of a food desert on the Nevada side of Tahoe. The management changes of past years has brought back pros who have lived and immersed in Japan and Korea, and bring a sparkling authenticity to a place that had sometimes lost its way past decade. Weekend nights can be well jammed with ethnic Asian tourist ski families and globally experienced friends that know the real thing. Fresh gorgeous sushi, (and some great teriyaki chicken and beef for those who aren't into fish). Cold Japanese beers... cucumber salad, Bibimbap, tempura... just awesome. Unlike most places in this region, the parking is free and expansive amidst the mini mall in a forest.

The sushi rolls were great, not much rice, fish tasted fresh, and good flavors and sauces. We also…read moretried some sashimi, choice C at $50 price point and they had fresh Toro for tonight which was i think $30 for 5 pieces sashimi. The Toro was amazing, just wishes they were cut the same size as the other sashimi. The wait was super long for the choice C plate to arrive. Other than that, service was great and food tasted good.