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!

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.

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!

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.

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.

I have apparently been sleeping on Kingsbury Grade! Clyde's is a killer coffee find just off the…read morebeaten path near Stateline, NV. Stopping into Clyde's transports you to a cozy winter lodge, yet still offers a beautiful deck space for the warm Tahoe days. The staff was very kind, answering any questions we had, and drinks were served up quickly. The pastries here looked absolutely insane! It took everything I had to pass up on them- but next time, I have already decided I am getting the apple streusel. The drinks are a bit pricey here, but the portions are large. Most iced/blended drinks are around $7.50, but they are 16-oz servings. The Green Monkey (blended matcha, almond milk, and banana) was so creamy and sweet, and delicious. The smoothies are soft serve-based and offer a perfect sweetness level while still being fresh from the fruit and creamy like a milkshake. I also enjoyed a double shot to sample their espresso game- very tasty stuff. They have lots of merch for sale, including their coffee varieties, which I thought were priced well. I will be back to Clyde's Coffee Roasting. It may even be my new favorite South Lake Tahoe coffee house, even if it means I have to drive out of the way a few minutes. Support your local coffee spots!

Pleasant local coffee shop. Good pastry. If you order a cappuccino it comes as a latte. No mugs,…read morepaper cups only.

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!

Last day in Tahoe and was craving some Italian. This place is bomb. We went right when they opened…read more Staff was amazing and took good care of my party of 10. Inside was very modern and flowy. Good natural lighting. The food was fantastic. One of the best bruschetta I had in my life. Definitely coming back for that alone next time I'm in Tahoe. We also order the 20 layered lasagna and it was delicious. We also ordered Chicken & waffles. The chicken & waffles were good but nothing to crazy about. Definitely the bruschetta and lasagna stole the show. Ended the meal with their tiramisu cake because you always have room for a sweet treat! Overall I give this restaurant a solid 4/5 star review. I'm glad I tried it and will definitely be coming back!

Delicious artisan ice cream just a short drive away to Nevada from Heavenly Village…read more They allowed me to sample a couple flavors and I ended up with the lavender blueberry honey flavor. Husband got the coffee crunch. Both were amazing flavors separately but not together. Parking lot is located just outside the store.

Omg. This is the best ice cream ever!!! If you're ever in SLT, take the extra 5 minutes drive out…read moreof the congested casino area and get this ice cream!! Every time I visit, Castle Rock is on my agenda. They have unique flavors like carrot cake, which I found out is seasonal BUT SO GOOD, strawberry dreams, cherry pistachio and salted caramel White Russian. Everything is artisan and made in house. Cute, small, colorful shop. Seating inside. Josh, the owner, is the sweetest and is here all the time working his butt off to make the best ice cream. I loveeeee Castle Rock Creamery!

What a hidden gem! The bartender was friendly and helpful with our selections and the chef was…read moresuper friendly! The wings were flavorful, the best seasoning I've had. The wedge salad was fresh and great (I know it's iceberg but it was great!). We got whiskey sours - they were stiff, yet great tasting, not overpowering. We def will be back on our next visit! I will be dreaming of the wings in the meantime. Oh, and we were given a taste of the chef's enchilada soup...heaven! Must try! Thank you guys for the outstanding guest service!

This tavern had a comfy, laid-back vibe with a full bar and video poker games along the counter…read more Our server was really friendly and took great care of us, which made the experience even better. The food was pretty solid overall. We ordered the Cajun shrimp salad, Tavern burger, buffalo cauliflower, and fish and chips. I'm giving 4 stars mainly because the buffalo cauliflower didn't actually taste like buffalo -- it leaned more toward a curry-style spice. It was still good, just not what we were expecting. The fish and chips came with deep-fried salmon, which unfortunately was a bit dry. On the bright side, the fries were SO good -- they tasted like they were fried in beef tallow and reminded us of McDonald's fries in the best way. Overall, a good spot with a nice atmosphere, and I'd definitely be open to trying other items on the menu next time!

The food is astonishingly delicious! The empanadas are made fresh and they don't skimp out on the…read morefilling. They're surprisingly filling, it's easy to be satisfied with just one empanada. I would definitely recommend getting a churro afterwards. Again, the churro is made fresh and has a filling inside. The service here is also pretty friendly and welcoming. I am definitely coming back again!

Such a cute little cafe. When you walk in it feels very homey. It's small but there's a few tables…read morein there. To order you just go to the counter and the menu is provided there. Find a table and they will bring you the food. They offer soups and salads, some appetizers, and Sandwiches. But they specialize in Empanadas. You can choose your fillings of meat or veggies. One empanada was good enough for me for some you might want two (for a meal). I love the sauces they serve as well, my personal favorite was the Chimichurri (which consisted of Fresh Chopped Parsley, Olive Oil, White Vinegar, Lemon Juice, Garlic, and Lots of Spices). I loved it! Last but not least they are not stingy with the fillings of the Empanadas. I had the ground beef, it was so juicy and hot (temp wise). Oh, the Empanadas are so cute, they put the Eid own little stamp on it. And each one is labeled with the type of protein you ordered (see photos). In this cafe, you can play board games while you wait for your food. They even have books and toys and all kinds of things to entertain yourself with. I feel like this place is a good spot to hang out for families with kids. Note: did I mention the owners of the place were so nice and friendly? Thank you so much!!!