The Dam Cafe

55 W Lake Blvd, Tahoe City
(530) 581-0278

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Grania VanHerwarde

We loved the Dam cafe !! The breakfast sandwiches and coffee were stellar AND there was someone playing acoustic guitar that made it such a lovely experience.

As of Oct 2025 it was a little hard to find with construction but it's worth it !

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amelia Harrelson

Amazing food and service- could not recommend this place enough!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Van Mo

Gave me the completely wrong order after I paid extra for all my add ons. Maybe don’t order online. They gave me a bland sausage and fried egg wrapped in a tortilla. That’s it. Boring.

Sahar Chmais

The breakfast burritos are filling but they don’t feel overwhelming. Loved the veggie burrito as a way to kick off the morning. Coffee is also good!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Anders Tharaldsen

Best breakfast sausage burrito I've had in a while. Good coffee too. Chill vibe on the patio outside despite the construction next door.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Darlene Unrau

The tasty turkey is soooooo yummy.
And their iced Carmel latte perfect!
Adorable atmosphere

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ken Docktor

It worth the wait , after we stranded in line for 20 minutes had to wait 32 minutes for breakfast burrito and bagel with Jelly for the kids . The breakfast burrito was very sad . Won’t be stopping by again , lesson learned

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 3

Demyan

Great place great location but food here could definitely use some improvement…. Every time I eat here is literally nothing special… just average food…. No spices nothing special… I would love to give 5 stars but I can’t …. Food is food I guess

Addition: yes your cafe in Tahoe City, California …

I recently ordered a burrito priced at nearly $18 after tax, and unfortunately, I found it to be quite dry and lacking in flavor. To be candid, I’ve had better burritos from Safeway for just $5.99.

While the price isn’t my main concern, the quality of the food did not meet expectations. I believe your team has the potential to deliver a much better culinary experience, and I encourage you to review and refine your recipes and preparation methods. Even a quick review of best practices or tutorials online could offer helpful insights.

I’m confident you can elevate the quality of your offerings and hope to see improvements in the future. Wishing you continued success.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 5

Elizabeth Betts

Did not get our food
Very confused
Paid cash, lost our order
Meatball sandwich a joke
Never have seen meat loaf cut so thin.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 2

Tammera Lindsay

Such a nice little spot for coffee, smoothie and sandwiches. Delish.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ken Kwong

Great little spot

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Victoria Thibodeaux

I’ve never eaten there, so I’m not sure how the environment or service is, but food-wise, this is one of the best breakfast spots in the area. I love their mochas, and I get a bagel sandwich every time. When I tell you, they are not shy with distribution. GREAT SPOTTT!!!

Food: 5

Jennifer Locke

Would be 3-4 stars if they had a local discount with ID or a reward program but they don’t do that

Jennifer W

While visiting Tahoe for 6 days we came back here 3x because of the consistently delicious food, friendly service and relaxed atmosphere! Highly recommend for breakfast, lunch or a snack!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Billie Chase

I just love the atmosphere. I’ve gone here for years. The food is fresh and delicious. Excellent service. Very kind people.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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