Must-see nightlife in Lake Tahoe

  • Gar Woods Grill & Pier

    Lake Tahoe

    A shoreline hot spot, Gar Woods pays tribute to the era of classic wooden boats. Don’t show up for the lackadaisical grill fare, but instead to slurp a…

  • MacDuffs Pub

    South Lake Tahoe & Stateline

    With excellent beers rotating on tap, a dartboard on the wall, and fish-and-chips and shepherd's pie (as well as gourmet burgers and wood-fired pizzas) on…

  • Chamber’s Landing

    Lake Tahoe

    Laying claim to being Tahoe’s oldest bar, lakeside Chamber’s Landing sees the biggest crowds descend for drinks and appetizers in its bar, especially…

  • Fifty Fifty Brewing Co

    Lake Tahoe

    Inhale the aroma of toasting grains at this brewpub south of downtown, near the Hwy 267 intersection. Sip the popular Donner Party Porter or Eclipse…

  • Brewery at Lake Tahoe

    South Lake Tahoe & Stateline

    This crazy-popular brewpub pumps its signature Bad Ass Ale into grateful local patrons, who may sniff at bright-eyed out-of-towners. The barbecue is…

  • Beacon Bar & Grill

    South Lake Tahoe & Stateline

    Imagine all of Lake Tahoe is your very own front yard when you and your buddies sprawl across this big wraparound wooden deck. If you want to get…

  • Tahoe Mountain Brewing Co

    Lake Tahoe

    Brewed in nearby Truckee, the Sugar Pine Porter, barrel-aged sours and award-winning Paddleboard Pale Ale here pair splendidly with sweet-potato fries,…

  • Lone Eagle Grille

    Lake Tahoe

    At the Hyatt Regency’s many-hearthed cocktail lounge, sip a divine orange-flavored margarita, then head outside for sunset and to hang out by the beach…

  • Bridgetender Tavern & Grill

    Lake Tahoe

    Après-ski crowds gather for beer, burgers and chili-cheese or garlic waffle fries at this woodsy bar (mains $8 to $14). In summer, grab a seat on the open…

  • Jason’s Beachside Grille

    Lake Tahoe

    Looking for the party around sundown? Hit this waterfront deck with a schooner of microbrew. Never mind the unexciting American fare (dinner mains $13 to …

  • Stateline Brewery

    South Lake Tahoe & Stateline

    Seat yourself by the shiny industrial brewing vats at this subterranean eating and drinking spot. German- and American-style ales taste mighty good after…

  • Opal Ultra Lounge

    South Lake Tahoe & Stateline

    With DJ booths and go-go dancers, this Top 40 and electro dance club draws a young party crowd that enjoys getting their bodies painted in-house. Ladies…

  • Boathouse on the Pier

    South Lake Tahoe & Stateline

    On the lake behind the Beach Retreat complex, this upstairs and upscale restaurant at the Timber Cove marina is the perfect spot for sunset cocktails,…

  • Grid Bar & Grill

    Lake Tahoe

    This locals’ dive bar looks rough around the edges, but happy hours are supercheap and you can catch live music, from bluegrass to punk, DJs, dancing or…