50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants near Zephyr Cove

“The food was amazing! Beer was cold. The service was top notch. Hope to visit again this week before leaving for home.“

“Okay, so if you have 6 kids and they love sushi. Then come to Harumi. We got two sushi boat b’s and that filled the boys up. The girls got chicken ramen and loved it. They also tried the sushi and liked it. As the old guys in the photo we loved the service and quality. Not the cheapest but a great value. Highly recommended.

Comments from our children:

Cash: Sushi was very good. Big boat carried it over and we feasted until satisfaction. Sushi 6/7 very good as well as sashimi. Must go here if you like sushi.

Skylar: High key a buss lowkey underrated. S tier would come again if I lived here but did you know I actually don’t live here and I live in Arizona? I love this place tho wish it wasn’t so hot where I live. Come visit Arizona soon!!!

Ellie: Experienced my first sushigasm from this place! man vs sushi? I’m definitely choosing sushi. #SUSHIFORLIFE!!!!

Levi: So I rode the boat out to sea and at da food it was filling and great if only I could have had a bigger one maybe with a toilet so I could eat for life 6/6 drinks 7/7 sushi if only there was human sushi

Carter: #Carter was here🤓“

“Enjoyed my breakfast at the restaurant. Chorizo & papas burrito was the best.“

“Quiero aprovechar para recomendarles este excelente restaurante donde la calidad de la comida es muy buena así como el sazón el personal es muy amable y con precios Super justos así que cuando tenga la oportunidad vengan a disfrutar de un buen desayuno una buena comida y también en echarse un buen tequila“

“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!!“

“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.“

“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 😋🇩🇪“

“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!!’“

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

“The 5-star reviews set high expectations. You can view this place two ways: lean into the nostalgic charm of a unique, seemingly authentic, cash-only hole-in-the-wall and call it 5 stars, or take a more objective view, which lands closer to 4.

The overgrown trailer counter service setting feels genuinely authentic, and the menu is extensive. Service is quick if it’s empty, but expect a wait when it’s busy. I ordered the marinated beef burrito: decent portion, overall good, but fairly bland with pretty dry meat. I ended up relying on multiple rounds of tomatillo hot sauce (also not vary flavorful) to boost the flavor. Orange oil eventually starts dripping out of the tortilla, which I couldn’t decide was a positive badge of authenticity or unneeded lubricant for a later trip to the toilet.

At around $10 in South Tahoe, it’s satisfying and a decent value, and I’d come back (likely try other menu items.) But it’s not a 5-star spot unless you’re heavily weighting the family-run, trailer-based charm over the food itself. If “authentic” to you means mild flavor and oil dripping, it fits. Otherwise, go in with tempered tastebud expectations and you'll definitely enjoy it. Solid 4 stars.“

“This a great place for hearty breakfast. We went two times during our weeks stay in the Tahoe area. The service wad friendly and efficient. It is conveniently located, with plenty of parking. We were in and out within an hour and ready for a day of adventures.“

“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.“

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

“Perfect and we are very picky especially for the price!“

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

“I got the pulled pork plate & my husband ordered the tri tip plate. Two sides and cornbread came with both meals. Everything, including every side, was delicious. The green beans, the potato salad, the cold slaw, and the house salads were outstanding! Both meats: pulled pork & Tri tips were extremely good. The homemade barbecue sauces were excellent. Our server was excellent & very attentive. Best meals we had in Tahoe! The drive up the mountain was scenic, and the view from the deck is gorgeous!“

“Best Burgers 🍔 in Lake Tahoe🔥“

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

“Great vegan and other dishes.“

“Holy crap!! What a great spot! I went on a Friday night, no reservation, but they made a spot for me and my two dogs! They had a dog menu and I got the beef bowl for my boys. The food was amazing, had the truffle fries and artichoke pasta. The staff was so nice. My Theo kept jumping on them, so annoying, he's not usually like that, but they just loved on him instead of getting annoyed, though I'm sure they were. Literally the best little spot in south lake tahoe. Cannot recommend enough!!“

“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 the Chateaubriand for two and it did not disappoint. Perfectly cooked. We added Bleu cheese and mushrooms and it was perfection. The broccolini, asparagus, mashed potatoes were also cooked to perfection. Saul was our server and he was the best. We were treated like family. Would definitely go here again“

“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.“

“We ordered a 3 item combo to go and it is a solid Chinese food restaurant. Great chow mein, fried rice and orange chicken and salt and pepper beef. It was lots of food for the price. It could easily be 2 dinners. Would definitely recommend to others. Friendly service!“

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

“Best Sandwiches in Tahoe, hands down! Tahoe is our 2nd home and we highly recommend Yellow Submarine! Best place to grab sandwiches before the beach, hike, bike ride or if you're just plain hungry! Bread, meat and fixings are all so delicious and top notch quality. Grab a few Yellow Submarine sandwiches before your next adventure!! So delicious 😋“

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

“Visited Lake Tahoe with my husband before heading to Reno. We LOVED the Red Hut Cafe. It was adorable. Service was great and the food came out in no time. The atmosphere was perfect. The staff was attentive. Prices very reasonable. We can’t wait to bring our children next time.“

“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!“

“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.“

“We stopped by here on our scooters… great food!! Highly recommend!“

“The carnitas meat in my tacos was amazing. So tender and moist, great salsa and salsa bar. The wife had huevos rancheros she loved it and our beans and rice were great too. Noticed everyone coming in was greeted through the kitchen window by the chef/owner. And he came out and was talking to us and another couple next table over. And offered us free Mexican desserts from bakery next door. So friendly like everyone was family. Food was so fresh and tasty, so authentic. Oh also very reasonable prices too.“

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

“Superb,delectable authentic Thai food! My family’s new go-to- restaurant when in Lake Tahoe!“

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

“love this place, service is awesome drinks are great. love Reno and Lucky Beaver“

“Great food, service and restaurant.“

“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.“

“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!“

“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.“

“Always satisfied when my Family comes here!“

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

“Kyle gave us a great experience at the Oyster bar! Seevice was great but most of all even though we closed the place he never rushed us out of our seats to close! Such personable and authentic person. Shared his experiences with food and made for the best last meal in Tahoe!!!! Great food and service bar none!“

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

“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!“

“Amazeballs food and fabulous waiter.“

“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“