Let's get this out of the way: Vegans and even vegetarians will want to note that the famous bloody…read moreMary they make here has a Worcestershire sauce that contains anchovies. it is not even remotely vegetarian. No matter. there are plenty of other drinks on the menu that will assuage your herbivorous sensibilities. note as well but there's a sign saying only service dogs are allowed. I travel with my service dog, shown in these photos. but if you have a dog who's mainly a pet you may need to leave them in an environmentally controlled vehicle or at home. Well the ambience can't be beat here. The ceilings are surprisingly tall for someplace of this age. There's no shortage of things to look at on the wall. Very interesting. Best of all there is a lovely vanilla smell permitting every corner of the venue. I don't know if it's a candle or essential oil or what but i like it!!

The wife and I went to the South Lake Tahoe area, and stayed at David Walley's Resort. Sure, we…read morewent over the pass 3-4 times during our week stay to the lake, but we also discovered THIS gem while exploring the immediate area. We loved this place so much that we were impressed with ourselves the day that we did NOT make a stop by this bar, and perhaps we even stopped by twice if eating in Genoa. You walk in (by the way, look like a regular, and PUSH the very low doorknob, not pull like I did initially) and immediately know it is dripping with history, divey-ness, and awesomeness. The crowd comes in waves, as it is a popular drop-in for people coming through town as well as many very welcoming and friendly locals. Actually, I want to say again how awesome the regulars were. Not sure how I would feel if constant tourist dropped in my homestead, but everyone we talked to who was local was awesome and inviting. The bar had an IPA for me. They have a pool table. They have a jukebox (which defaulted to glam rock when we were there, so I LOVED that). They have cool merch. They have some awesome stuff on walls and ceiling. They have some fantastic mixed drinks, including one of the better Bloody Mary's my wife has had as well as a unique, tasty hot drink (Hot Buttered Buccaneer Drink). They have a spacious outdoor area. They don't have food, but we had a burger and burger salad (wife) from the food truck there, and it was stellar. The fries were great too. Back to the bar though. And, every bartender who served us during the week gave us friendly, efficient, perfect service. Once we realized that South Tahoe was irritatingly tourist overpopulated at this time of year, we decided to attend this cool candle-lighting tradition they did on NYE there instead of figuring out logistics over the pass. The event was SOOOO cool, and they even had a fun band later that night that they somehow packed into the jukebox corner. Hope I don't forget anyone. Whether you get Syd, Gabby, Candi, Dee, Carrie, or Ginger (the only one I didn't meet personally), you will love your experience here. They were all rock stars during our visits. I can't say enough good things about this bar, it really made "our South Tahoe trip," and you should swing by if in the area. I highly recommend this place, and see you there (the next time we are in the area)...

What a little gem! This little bar/restaurant is just outside of TRE. It is cash only…read more We sat outside and enjoyed the beautiful day. We had hamburgers and chips and it really did hit the spot. The servers were very friendly. Food came out fast! It's a very basic place with no frills but it was a great meal with a friend.

Fun food however dogs aren't allowed Service was good too…read moreAmbiance is rustic roadside cafe feel Great for bikers for a pit stop Wish they had a dog friendly area

Fun small town bar--love the atmosphere--just way too much cigarette smoke inside. Great prices on…read moredrinks--Karaoke Night is fantastic.

My bartender was Katy, she was so funny, kind, sweet, and informative. She suggested one of the…read morespecialty shots and it was AMAZING !! I definitely recommend this spot to anyone visiting / passing by the area

Loved this bar. They have an ample variety of whisky which I love. The bartender was supper cool,…read moreeasy going and the ambience was just perfect.

Great Selection of Drinks for Everyone! The drink menu here…read moreis thoughtfully curated to suit every palate. Come enjoy!

After moving to Genoa almost 6 years ago, Gayle and I finally set foot in JT Basque, the iconic…read morerestaurant in the Carson Valley (Daniels in Genoa is #2). And we brought some Bay Area friends with us. We also came in mid-week to avoid any crowd potential. Our evening began at the bar with a round of Picon Punch, the official drink of the State of Nevada. I first thought that this was a drink that you only ordered once, but this small glass of goodness actually grew on us. After closing the bar bill and looking at all the branded merchandise, it was off to the main dining room. We chose the Basque Family Style side of the menu, which at the end of the evening resulted in number of take home containers. Our 4 choices were Basque Chicken, Fish, Lamb Shoulder, and Lamb Chops. Those came with Vegetable Soup, Salad, Beef Stew, Beans, French Fries, Bottle of Red Wine, Coffee, and Ice Cream. for the Table. These inclusive choices were priced just south of $40 and that's what the bill was at the end of the evening, as there were no extras needed. OK, the included wine was a little on the sweet side, but we didn't see the need to "upgrade" as we were too busy concentrating on the food. It was all good, especially the Soup and the French Fries. The only regret was not being here on the night they served Huckleberry Ice Cream, but our Vanilla or Pistachio Almond was good enough. JT Basque is family generation owned, and we certainly felt welcome and well taken care of. The rustic decor was also cool, as was the happy energy in the dining room. We promise to come back and not be strangers.

The JT is by far my favorite Basque restaurant in the entire region and I'm not shy about that,…read moretelling anyone who will listen that this is the basque experience they need to have to understand why this is so beloved, and I'm so embarrassed to say I had not written a review professing the same until today! Why is this THE ONE when it comes to Basque dining? Well... It's steeped in history in a way you can feel from the moment you step onto the wooden sidewalk out front. You'll see it on the walls, hear it in the conversations, and taste it in the food. This is simply a special place. You'll feel truly at home, and that's because the same family has operated it for countless generations, passing down legendary hospitality like a family heirloom. From friendly greetings in the "lobby" to the homey vibes and warm servers, you'll love every moment. Doesn't hurt that the food is delicious and plentiful. Everything is made from scratch with a lot of love, and each dish is huge and hearty. Lamb chops and lamb shoulder steaks are always A+ but be sure to order the desired temp because they don't always ask. Steaks are solid too. Same tip as above. And for all three, don't forget to get them smothered in whole cloves of roasted garlic. Personally I usually can't say no to sweetbreads at a Basque spot, and that's the case here as well. They're served in a rich, garlicky and well seasoned gravy, studded with red and green peppers and whole cloves of garlic. It's the perfect dish to use up the extra bread because you won't want to leave a drop. Make sure you bring a couple bucks to leave up on the ceiling! The bartenders can show you how to make em stick. And of course, have a picon punch!

The Corner Bar is exactly what it needs to be. When you lived in the Carson Valley for a number of…read moreyears you'll walk in and you'll know somebody. This is not the place to attempt to be anonymous. Tonight our bartender was friendly and made good cocktails. I had the Minden Mill bourbon, old-fashioned, and my wife had a well gin and tonic. The memorabilia in the space let you know they are definitely from Northern Nevada definitely Giants fans. The A's were playing on TV and it felt like my living room would be if I could get away with it. So today we had good drinks, great company as we knew people, affordable cocktails, and we enjoy a great environment. We sat outside and enjoyed the Norman Rockwellesque Esmeralda Avenue. The corner bar will become a regular part of our lives.

I love this little bar and it's simple but tasty food! I always order a pizza! I have also had…read morethe sliders and stuffed mushrooms, and both are really tasty. The service is pretty fast and great for a snack while you enjoy a drink.

We love the Tap Shack! Great owners. And the bartenders are all friendly and efficient. That have…read moreall different bands and solo acts in the summer, both in their parking lot across the street and on the patio, which offers heaters and comfy seating!! This establishment is kept super clean!! When there is entertainment they often have food trucks if you're hungry.

What a great little spot to stop in for a quick drink or to enjoy a few while watching the live…read moremusic they have right across the street. Staff have always been friendly and the drinks are reasonably priced. They have a neat outdoor patio for when the weather is nice. This place has a 'locals' feel to it and even though we are not we were still given a friendly welcome in. If you haven't been to this place yet go check it out for a cocktail and some live music!

I rarely review places but this place is special. Kira was absolutely incredible here serving us on…read morea random Tuesday with the best drink recommendations that hit the spot better than we could have imagined. Also Ramona, a local tailor, has free tissue packets available that are hand stitched and great for travel free of charge. Need to give her a shoutout as well! If you're in Tahoe and have a chance to come here do it, you won't have regrets.

This was a cool little experience and place to visit while in lake tahoe…read more When went here after having dinner at california burger right next door. The entrance to this bar was cool. The door was a freezer door and then you walk in to the actual bar itself. This is not a bis bar but spacious enough. We walked in and were sat by the booth all the way in the front by the music artist. It was actually so cool how they had the artist who was playing a saxophone, then the guitar then he can also sing and had a good voice. My major feed back with our experience is how the service was slow. We did have a big party, but what was crazy was that there was only one bartender. Mind you there was a host where you walk in and they count how many guest are there. The other person who helped at the bar did not come in until later and I'm not even sure if she actually helped out. Anyways, all their drinks I believe were the same price. I ordered the oasis which was really refreshing and tangy which I really liked. My bf ordered the tales of bourbon which unfortunately he did not like. Even our other friend who ordered the same thing did not like the bourbon. I do think the majority of our group enjoyed their drink. I would definitely say a nice spot to try and highly recommend it.

stopped there on the way back from Vegas, walked in just past ten, they were closed and I was a few…read moreminutes past closed and hungry. They happily took my order, made me a pizza and it was excellent. Highly recommend 'Wagon Wheel' for their good pizza and excellent customer service. Will be stopping back every trip south I make.

I have traveled the country to find the best pizza in American and I found it at the Wagon Wheel…read moreSaloon. You got a like garlic. It has the perfect cheese to sauce ratio and has the most amazing dough cooked perfectly. This was my second time I had to double check before I posted this. People are really nice ther