50 Best Vegan Restaurants near Carnelian Bay

“Coffee Kayaks Karma all here.“

“Great breakfast and wonderful service.“

“What should I say, ? Local little restaurant - food portions are great ( too big for a European) - waitress was so kind and helpful - service could be a bit faster but we ordered 9 mains so needed time to prepare. The house special ? was great, pizza is not Italian style dough but was good enough to eat. Beer is average nothing special.. The salad was good and the small version is more than enough.“

“One of our favorite places“

“Love love loved this place. It's a cute little restaurant inside a grocery store. They have outdoor seating but we were in in a snow storm, so had to manage with the limited space indoors. But the food and the people were so good. My husband took the leaf eater and I took the teriyaki udon noodle soup. Both were Yum. We even took a pesto baguette to-go. Everything about this place is to fall in love with. ?

Vegetarian options: There are quite few options for vegetarians in sandwiches and noodle soups.. Plus many salad options.“

“Dining at Christy Hill was a stellar way to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. Aaron, our server, was friendly and attentive but not obtrusive. The ambiance can't be beat with Mother Nature putting on a show at the Lake that was magical from sunset to moon rise. Most important was the food! The chef is clearly talented with delicious offerings and gorgeous presentation. Finally, we were gifted the dessert of chocolate croissant bread pudding that shouldn't be missed. I'm a fan and you won't be sorry!“

“Tapas style restaurant, so we tried several items - Bacon Wrapped Medjool Dates (favorite at the table!); Arugula Salad (mint was a delicious touch!); Lobster Sliders (lots of lobster!); Grilled Wild Alaskan Halibut Tacos (just scrumptious!).

This was actually a referral restaurant for us, and we were so happy to enjoy dinner there! Great food and drinks (Old Fashion and the Chocolate Martini)!

We’ll definitely eat at Bite again, whenever we get back to Lake Tahoe and Incline Village!“

“This was the most delicious and beautiful vegetarian restaurant meal we have ever had!! Compliments to the entire staff. We will definitely be back!!“

“One of the best restaurants I’ve ever experienced! The staff were amazing too!! Definitely tell all my friends that travel to Tahoe that this is a must try!!“

“Phenomenal. Brussel sprouts, fries, and the biscuits to start. Chicken thighs main: toughest decision I’ve made in a while but it was the right one. Top 5 dish I’ve ever had in my entire life, zero exaggeration. The chicken melts like butter and is complemented perfectly with the crunchy/savory potatoes below. If you’re looking for flavor, dine here. Thank you kindly.“

“Fresh food and very creative sandwich combinations. Highly recommend this place!“

“I had the pot of gold roll and the seaweed salad. Everything was delicious. The seaweed salad was so refreshing. A little on the expensive side, but I could tell that was because all the fish was super fresh. I’d definitely eat here again and recommend this place.“

“La Bistro is our favorite restaurant in Tahoe. We have been going there for about 15 years or more and it has always been a 5 Star experience. The menu is fantastic and each item is presented in a culinary style that is formal but not pushy. Chef David has really made all items continue to be up to date and constantly improved. Bar and wine selections are top notch. The atmosphere is country cafe quiet where actual and meaningful conversations can be held. Outdoor seasonal seating is available which retains the ambience of the indoor seatings.“

“Thania’s juice bar has healthy juices, great Mexican inspired dishes, and dope remedies for all sorts of ailments. But the best part is….. THANIA!!! She and her staff give a great experience. She answers questions, makes suggestions, and does everything with kindness and grace. Come for the juice, stay for the positivity.“

“Best affordable option in Truckee!“

“Our first time there. Great little place, due to Covid, we ordered at the window. We hope to dine in when this is over. The sticky pecan bun was to die for. Can’t wait to taste the 5 cupcakes and 9 cookies tonight. Great coffee and Mocha too. We will definately be back“

“I ate there and the burger and onion rings I had were awesome!“

“The food was delicious! The coffee was amazing. And the service was excellent!!“

“We were greeted and seated right away . Cody was our server and he was great . The menu items have funny titles and prices are very reasonable. We ordered , and was pleasantly surprised that our food came fast . It was hot and tasted Delicious . Whenever I visit Reno ,I will make it a point to eat here .“

“Authentic Mexican food and amazing deli. Where the locals eat!“

“I love this place. Great place to eat sushi!“

“Best coffee shop in Truckee Great choice of pastries Nice people“

“I loved the vegan broth options! Glad we could find a place that has more vegan friendly broth and toppings! Our server Jeraldine was awesome and she took care of our complicated order due to our food allergies! We will be back again!“

“I love pizza! Gathered here with a work group and had a very nice time. Atmosphere was relaxed. Staff was so friendly and helpful. FOOD - first the salad bar was delicious/fresh and so yummy! The pizza?! Amazing! I was really happy to bring some home to enjoy! Go and eat - you will not be disappointed!“

“A must stop when in Truckee!!“

“Another of our favorites when visiting the North shore of Lake Tahoe. Cozy, Cabin-ey feel, right on the golf course in the woods. The meals have been delightful, the wait staff does a great job with probably too many tables/customers. The bartender is knowledgeable and experienced. Lots of good wine info. We'll be back!“

“tri tip burrito was great“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Staff was friendly and able to pivot quickly when a small meetup changed to a larger gathering.“

“Nice location. Much be good, a lot of people“

“Delightful place to eat!!!“

“Excellent service here, everyone here was super friendly and directed me to a table with an outlet so I could charge my things. They also let me sign one of the flags they had hanging on the ceiling which was a cool experience.

I ate the salmon bagel there, the bagel itself was quite delicious. My only critique was that I felt there could have been more salmon on the bagel and less tomato. Would recommend.“

“Amazing meal every time and owned by incredible people ❤️“

“Favorite coffee place in the area. Love their vibe and atmosphere. Everyone that works there is lovely and the coffee and pastries are delicious. Highly recommend

Parking: You have to turn in at the white caps entrance and go around. They have about 5 spots by Java Hut but otherwise street parking is your best bet“

“A great local gem that we found on our trip! We had a Truckee local boy as our server (Collin) who was able to give us some pointers for our summer vacation and really made our experience! If you find yourself in the area definitely check it out!“

“This is my favorite restaurant in California. I’ve had there tasting menus twice, and each time it was a new, miraculous experience. Their food is exquisite, the service is nice, and the ambiance is as expected. It’s a hidden gem in truckee and if you have the time and money I’d highly recommend it. It is worth the price, without a doubt. I had a pine ice dish about 2 years ago as one of the dessert courses and it was like eating the best blue bird powder day ever, with a hint of cozy cabin glow.“

“The staff here are super friendly and welcoming, which made the visit a pleasant one! Just a heads-up — it can get pretty busy, so be prepared for a bit of a wait during peak times.
As for the ice cream, it’s Thrifty brand — not handmade in-house. You can tell from the classic cardboard containers, and I confirmed with a staff member that it’s Thrifty. So if you're looking for artisanal this might not be the spot. That said, the scoops are generous.“

“This restaurant is fantastic! Lukas was one of the best servers I have come across. They have unique and flavorful twists on traditional Scandinavian dishes. And the manager Jeff sources local foods. The ahi appetizer in cones was a recommendation from Jeff and did not disappoint. Our Schnitzel was fabulous and so was the elk pot pie. It was quiet at the time we happened to be there so we got to chat a bit. We learned that the owner’s daughter is the pastry chef so we had to try the cheesecake. Also delicious. It was just a great dining experience.“

“After a couple of days of eating pizzas and sandwiches, we were craving curry and rice, and Thai Recipe came to the rescue.
The food is delicious. We ordered yellow curry tofu, evil jungle recipe with chicken (house special), cashew nut chicken curry, and dessert, sweet rice and mango.
The food didn't disappoint at all. It was delicious. Serving size is decent.
It's a family-friendly restaurant with plenty of parking on site. The restaurant is brightly lit, and plenty of seating is available. The staff was very kind and friendly and made us feel welcomed.“

“I was searching for food that was not crowded, admittedly I was overwhelmed by the weekenders that flock from all over cities that were crammed in the shopping district. I spotted a church building with a small sign that said, cafe open, as I was making my way out of town with haste. Alas, I found exactly what I needed. Score, big time. It is a beautiful, tranquil space, and the sandwich I had, Ban mi (add turkey)...beyond exquisite. The lavender drink concoction was eloquent and refreshing. Go here for a zen delicious af meal and very nice service.“

“The location is so charming!
The Italian music is lovely.
The service by Billy was so professional and so friendly! We appreciated highly his recommendation.
Jana, the head sommelier, brought us some great wines and offered us to taste.
The wine list overall is superb and very specific from Italy.
The food was fresh and tasty.
We highly recommend for the appetizers the tomato burrata with the fresh pesto and for the main course the Ragu di Agnelllo and also the Pollo con Gnocchi were so delicious.
We spent an Amazing and intimiste time at this truly authentic Italian restaurant.
Do not miss this place .. far away the best in this area!
Thank you to the incredible Chef and his wonderful Team.
A GEM 🙏❤️“

“Zano's provided family sized portions of Eggplant Parmiaga, Sausage Lasagna, and Spaghetti Bolognese, Caesar Salad, and Garlic Cheese Bread. They were a big hit and we had leftovers to boot for 26 party goers. Austin, the owner was super helpful. We have a place in Truckee so they'll be our go-to restaurant for apres skiing parties for sure.“

“We ordered two cauliflower crust pizzas and a salad for pick up. The cauliflower crust was not an option on the online menu so submitted the order verbally via phone. I figured the cauliflower crust would cost more but I almost fell over when picked up the pizza and told it was $71! Really not sure why I didn't just walk out and tell them to stick the pizza. At this crazy price, I expected an exceptional pizza however, it was anything but. First of all, it was NOT cauliflower pizza crust! Second, it was cold and the crust was hard, with very little sauce. Extremely disappointing.... pass on this overpriced garbage!“

“We sat in the bar and ordered apps before a show. Brianna took wonderful care of us! We had the Lobster Mac n Cheese, Lamp Lollipops, and Coconut Shrimp and split it between two of us. The food was spectacular and the service was top notch. I'll definitely be back!“

“A bike event on Sunday turned into a cold, rainy, windy, miserable day. We went to The Dam Cafe for hot chocolate and got so much love! The owner not only welcomed the wet, muddy riders in, she put out space heaters and wrapped us in blankets! Amazing! I was so cold and was warmed both physically and emotionally by the kindness. The food and drink where delicious. Can’t say enough good things. A little cottage of heaven in Tahoe City!“

“Amazing pastries and great flavored coffee!“

“Best experience over looking Truckee ! Sisters and I had a Wonderful and friendly experience ‘. Beautiful views and great food ! Sam our waiter was attentive and was there to make sure we were treated exceptionally well ! Thank you Sam for your friendly hospitality and wonderful service !💕“

“Nice kick back good beers 🇺🇸🇺🇸“

“A fun place with great cocktails“

“Best Cheese Burger I have ever had!“

“The best part of this restaurant is it's environment and it's dog friendliness. We always go with Ares our JRT and you often see other dogs, on the patio. Food is good too, but I actually like my own cooking of quality meat in general.“