50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in South Lake Tahoe

“Super friend staff and amazing food! Everyone was so friendly and helpful but, most importantly, the food was SO good! My husband and I both got different omelets and both were so good. We ate until we were beyond stuffed because the food was THAT good! He got a Bloody Mary that was one of the best I’ve had out here and I got a mimosa. Perfect little brunch atmosphere and set up! ❤️ You can not visit Lake Tahoe and pass this honey up!“

“Martin's Empanash is the jewel of South Lake Tahoe!! His empanadas are superb, soups delicious and sauces outstanding. He is also a friendly and gracious host! Highly recommend an empanada and soup for a heavenly meal! Thank you to all at EmpaNash!!“

“Excellent breakfast and service!! We ate here every morning on our vacation!! Every single staff member was on point the entire time! From the time we walked in, until we were done, everyone was very attentive and friendly. We talked about the service every day. The food was absolutely wonderful and if we’re ever back in the area we will most definitely be back at Ernie’s again!!“

“Yummy food, great beer, good service 😋🇩🇪“

“Cheer's Atmosphere in South Lake Tahoe Tahoe!!!“

“We had a small wedding reception here on August 19. We started in the garden until rain moved in and MacDuffs quickly moved us inside and upstairs. The food and service were excellent. Our waitress was awesome and working with MacDuffs beforehand was great too. We were a party of 18 from Michigan and everyone was very complimentary! Highly recommend!!’“

“The Red Hut Café is a true local favorite in South Lake Tahoe, and it’s easy to see why. From the moment you walk in, you get that classic, comfortable diner atmosphere that feels both welcoming and familiar. It’s the kind of place where locals gather regularly and visitors quickly feel like regulars.

Breakfast is clearly the highlight. The portions are generous, the ingredients taste fresh, and everything arrives hot and well prepared. Whether you’re ordering pancakes, eggs, hash browns, or one of their hearty breakfast plates, the consistency is impressive. It’s straightforward comfort food done right, without unnecessary flair but with plenty of flavor. If you’re spending time in Tahoe and want a reliable, satisfying breakfast before heading out for the day, this is a strong choice.

Their ice cream also deserves special mention. After a long day on the lake or the slopes, it’s hard to beat stopping in for a scoop (or two). The quality and flavor selection make it a standout treat in the area.

Overall, The Red Hut Café combines great food, solid portions, and a welcoming vibe. For breakfast and ice cream, it’s tough to top within a hundred miles.“

“6 of us had a superb meal. The server was attentive, but forgot to mention the rolls had powdered garlic after I had told him I had a intolerance of Powdered and dried garlic.. I ordered the Lobster ravioli, which was an appetizer, for my dinner and a dinner sized portion was served. It was delicious and I devoured the whole dinner. Will come again when we are in the are.“

“Every time we’re in Lake Tahoe we don’t leave without enjoying their Sushi 🍣“

“Family run and fantastic food - after a day on the slopes the burrito was the best- it was huge!! Honestly I almost finished it but not quite. Fresh ingredients for sure. This is not your fancy date night spot- but definitely a great value for the money and I would go again while I’m South Lake Tahoe. We talked to the owner and he was super nice- just the kind of business we love to support!“

“Love the beer, love the food, and the staff is top notch. My favorite Tahoe spot!“

“Omg, cutest place! Would have never known from the outside. Gluten free muffins. My whole family loved everything!!! Super cute fourth of July things for sale.“

“Totally amazing meal. Just the best in service and food.“

“Dislike people who just want something to complain about. The waitress was literally superwoman on Christmas eve, all by herself, handling different positions, she was doing the best she could and still kept her cool. Literally, there was only two other workers at the restaurant that day (the chefs), the waitress had said to me. Its obviously christmas eve. I'm not going to name the reviewer here, but they seem to have no heart, no compassion, no shame, and just rude to post a review like that...Just give them a break, it's not all about u. Great job to everyone there! Best food ever! Thanks for everything! Will be back!“

“Best Burgers 🍔 in Lake Tahoe🔥“

“Great vegan and other dishes.“

“Food is very good. Service was great - Nicole D is charming and efficient! We will be back (again)!“

“Wonderful food, great service! Creative menu options and nice comfortable ambiance“

“The place is very nice, small, but with a great vibe. We ordered the duck as a starter and it was lovely. For the mains, we had the coffee ribeye and the lamb. To be honest, they were just okay. I'm a big fan of lamb, and this one didn't feel cooked at its best (fat was chewy). The coffee ribeye was fine, but I was expecting something more unique in terms of flavor.“

“Have dined here a number of times, every entree has been delicious! Will be back again.“

“Great service, cute atmosphere, and extensive menu. We enjoyed our breakfast there.“

“Had a great experience. Nick the bartender was great. Friendly, polite and attentive. Would definitely return.“

“Omg! Recommended by a friend… pastor tacos on point! Hamburger with fixings delicious… but obviously tacos had me WINNER… pastor with pineapple 100% bomb… carne asada flavor… Carnitas had me at HELLLLOOOOO“

“We had them cater a welcome party for an estimated 80 people. Everyone on the phone was super helpful and very polite and nice. When my brother picked up the food the staff were very helpful and made sure we had everything covered tightly and secure and even gave us cardboard to protect the seats.

The food was delicious and everybody loved it! I will absolutely go back when I return to Tahoe.“

“Great music fun bonfires and lights . I enjoyed the strawberry milkshake beer .“

“Will start off by saying the food was great! However the hostess was another story. Recwntly had dinner on 8/11/24. The hostess would not let us sit at the table to start ordering drinks because we were missing 2 out of the 8 people in our group. needless to say we already had 6 ready to be seated. once we were seated the table next to us had the umbrella slanted. this caused the table to fly over from a gust of wind shattering a plate and cutting my leg. the stay was kind enough to provided a wipe and some bandaid. We continued our night until the hostess decided to empty water cups from other guest into the flower bed behind us. Which then caused the dirt to splash up on one of our guest white shirts and be covered in mud. A smug sorry was replied out. As stated before the food was terrific and the wait staff was great but the hostess needs to be replaced.“

“This is a fun, family-friendly, dog-friendly place, with an ever-changing selection of fine beers brewed right on site. Seating inside and out.
They have a weekly trivia contest, and sometimes sponsor special events with outside food vendors and various expert artists and craftspeople.“

“One of the most friendly restaurant staff I have ever encountered. Made sure we were taken care of the entire way. I even think my daughter had a little crush on our server Danny 😂 ohh and the pizza was great too!“

“Went there my first time and it was a very good meal. I’ve tried the other place in SLT but this place is the best hands down!“

“me and my wife went there on July 6th as we were spending the day in South lake Tahoe I've had a lot of Mexican food even from Tijuana and this is one of the best breakfast burritos I have ever had me and my wife both agreed and they're jalapeno sour cream on point very good I'd like to say thank you from me and my wife for the best breakfast burrito we ever had“

“While this restaurant doesn’t look like much from the outside, what they serve within is spectacular and a new family favorite. Appetizers were out in under five minutes and the main course within an additional five minutes. Food was hot and fresh. General Tsao was the favorite at the table. Even got a show of a couple bears outside in the dumpster.“

“Delicious food with healthy vegan and gluten-free options that satisfy the picky eaters in my family! Lots of choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Conveniently located in Meyers.“

“Go to spot after we ski! Definitely should be on the list for anyone looking for a great sandwich. Good prices and the sandwiches are huge. The half for $14 is the size of a regular (big) sandwich at most places. Home made iced tea and Arnold palmers. Always a parking spot right in front too. Go check it out! Very friendly staff too and a cool atmosphere with an Arcade game machine.“

“Always consistently great food, every time!“

“Great food, service and restaurant.“

“We stopped at Super Tacos for a quick bite before heading to the Gondola. We each got 2 carne asada tacos and they were really good. I liked that they use 2 tortillas and cook the outer one a little more so the taco doesn’t fall apart—smart move.

I added guac to mine which was tasty, but the real winner was the green chili salsa… wow, so good and full of flavor. Service was fine, nothing amazing, but it’s an outdoor-only spot so it’s all about the food anyway.

I’d definitely come back and try a burrito next time.“

“We love this place! Have breakfast every time we are here! Fast and friendly service in a nice little quiet atmosphere.“

“One of the most friendly restaurant staff I have ever encountered. Made sure we were taken care of the entire way. I even think my daughter had a little crush on our server Danny 😂 ohh and the pizza was great too!“

“Always satisfied when my Family comes here!“

“Good value in the food, beer not so much“

“Great authentic tacos. New favorite spot for tacos in the South Lake Tahoe area. Haven’t found a better one yet.“

“Amazeballs food and fabulous waiter.“

“So happy to have found this pizza parlor! We used to always go to a different one here in South Shore but it hasn't been as good as in past years so we thought we'd try a new pizza parlor. If you like a thick crust, lots of condiments and cheese, then this is your place! We always try a plain cheese pizza at every new restaurant. If cheese is good, then you know anything else will also be and the cheese pizza did not disappoint! We also had a custom order pizza with condiments to our liking and it was also phenomenal. I highly recommend this establishment.“

“Super delicious and authentic Mexican restaurant. I believe they have two locations since the facade in the photo here is not this location, but this one is a sweet casual sit down or order to go spot that shared a building with a market as well. Got the Carne Asada and Pollo Asada Super Burritos and all three of the fresh salsas from the nacho bar and they were so delicious. Generous portions I think each burrito was like 2 lbs 😂. Would love to try other menu items. Service was so lovely as well!“

“Food is fine but nothing special. Service, drinks and atmosphere are very good! Pizzas are disappointing but the white pizza is definitely the best one and imo the only one worth the price. Sandwiches are good. The side salads are really good. Everything carries the "Tahoe tax" aka overpriced. Love the vibes and we come here often just to eat around the fire pits“

“They play one heck of a game of backgammon!“

“Lovely breakfast near the lake off the beaten track.“

“Best chicken I have ever had! Amaze balls delicious! Ribs are to die for!“

“Love the Red Hut waffle restaurant. Friendly, attentive staff! Great waffles! Will become a regular breakfast spot, when in South Lake Tahoe.“